Improving exam technique

Rivers

Aims

• To practice exam questions

• To understand how to develop and improve exam answers

Describe the likely effects of flooding on the area shown in Figure 9

• Level 1 (1-2 marks)

Basic statements. Separate points made

• Level 2 (3-4 marks)

Clear statements. Points are linked to each other or they are developed through greater detail

Eg.

The land next to the river is flooded. Places such as the castle and the public house were flooded.

How can we improve this answer?

• Task

Aim to write an answer worth the full 4 marks.

• Level 2 (3-4 marks)Clear statements. Points are linked to each other or they are developed through greater detail

• Level 2 answer;

The flood plain is flooded under normal floods, this also affects the bridges, a public house and a museum. Severe floods affect more properties including hotels, post office and the works.