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| Paper focus | Time | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Thematic study and historic environment | 1 hour 20 minutes | 52 |
| Period study and British depth study | 1 hour 50 minutes | 64 |
| Modern depth study | 1 hour 30 minutes | 52 |
Explain a consequence
Identify a result and show how the event produced it. Add precise knowledge rather than repeating the question.
Build an analytical narrative
Connect developments in a clear sequence. Explain why one event led to another instead of writing a list of dates.
Compare interpretations
Identify the difference in what the interpretations argue. Use the wording and your knowledge to explain the distinction.
Use the current paper format
Older practice papers may show different timings or question structures. Match resources to the current specification and your child’s exact options. A tutor can help identify which older questions remain useful practice.
No. Edexcel schools select thematic, period, British depth and modern depth options. Send all of these, not just the board name, when contacting a tutor.
Ask about short retrieval tasks, topic timelines and revisiting evidence in different questions. The aim is to make knowledge usable, rather than simply reread it.
Bring one marked answer to a free 15-minute introduction. Ask the tutor to explain whether the main priority is knowledge, structure or understanding the task.
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