Understanding Question Types and Techniques
Understanding questions test whether you can explain text in your own words without simply copying. Don't waste time repeating the question - jump straight into your answer with one clear point per mark.
When you encounter unfamiliar words, become a detective. Look at the context around the word for clues about its meaning. Explain what you think it means based on these surrounding hints.
Linking questions want you to show how a writer moves logically from one idea to another. Think of it as following the writer's thought process - how did they get from paragraph A to paragraph B?
Top Tip: Use the formula "Links back to..." or "Links forward to..." and then quote or paraphrase the relevant sections.
Word choice analysis focuses on connotations - the ideas and feelings we associate with particular words. Writers choose specific words to create particular meanings and effects on readers.
