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Key Stage 4

Recipe for Success Booklet


Welcome

Dear Year 11 students, Welcome to your Recipe for Success booklet. This has been created to share with you tips to succeed in all of your GCSE subjects. Ever wondered how to get the top marks? Do you feel you need all the acyronms in one place…. Well here we are! This is a tool that has been created with you in mind. We want you to succeed. You can succeed. We want to help you succeed. Use the booklet in lessons when you’re completing independent work. Use it when you’re completing past papers at home. Bring it along to revision sessions as it will help you to remember keywords or to prompt you on how to structure your paragraphs. Good luck Year 11, you can do this! #noexcuses #noregrets


English Language

Course Description:

Exam Board: AQA

How should I approach each

question? Rephrase the question to make a point

e.g. The writer uses language devices to

…

How should I structure each

question? Use PETER to form your paragraphs

Point: make a clear point. What is the

quote telling you?

The writer is telling the reader that…

The writer conveys…

The writer portrays…

Evidence: embed your evidence (a

quote) using quotation marks

“……….”

Technique: what technique has been

used? Identify the device, feature or

word type.

The writer uses: personification,

metaphors, flashbacks or any other

devices to make the reader ….

Effect on the Reader: what is the effect

on the reader? What does it make you

think/feel/imagine?

This has the effect on the reader of …

This makes the reader

think/feel/imagine …

What does the exam look like? English Language

Paper 1 (50% final examination)

Question 1 - 4 complete statements

Question 2 - Language - 3 x PETER (Point, Evidence, Technique,

Effect on Reader)

Question 3 - Structure - 3 x PETER (Point, Evidence, Technique,

Effect on Reader)

Question 4 - Evaluate - 3 x PETERE (Point, Evidence, Technique,

Effect on Reader, Evaluate)

Question 5 - Descriptive writing, adjectives, similes metaphors etc

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Question 1 - True or False answers

Question 2 - Summary - PEICPEI (Point, Evidence, Infer, Connective,

Point, Evidence, Infer)

Question 3 - Language - 3 x PETER (Point, Evidence, Technique,

Effect on Reader)

Question 4 - Comparison - 3 x WAPETERWWAPETER (Writer's

attitude point, evidence, technique, effect on reader, whereas,

Writer's attitude point, evidence, technique, effect on reader)

Question 5 - Writing to argue, inform or persuade - AFOREST or

ARRESTED Think about the form of writing; letter, speech,

newspaper article, leaflet or travel writing.

How can I answer a top mark question?

Begin and end with evaluative comment.

Discuss cumulative effect.

Explore the effect.

What it makes you think; how it makes you feel.

Plan your Question 5 answers, plan your structure.

It is quality not quantity.

Check vocab choices and punctuation

What resources could I use to revise?

https://www.senecalearning.com/

AQA English revision book by CGP

Mr Bruff youtube

Practice papers – timed!

What keywords are there?

Learn language of analysis

Include different connectives

Choose vocabulary carefully

Punctuation and Structure



English Literature

Course Description:

Exam Board: AQA


question? Choose a relevant quote and climb the

steps to reach success when analysing

text. It’s tough at the top but keep going!


question? Use 7 Steps to form your paragraphs

1 – Find a quote

2 – What does the quote tell us?

3 – Are there any key words? What do

they suggest?

4 – Could the quote mean something

different?

5 – Have any devices been used? What is

their effect?

6 – What does the writer want us to

think?

7 – How does the quote link to what you

know of the time?

How do I start? Start simply. Begin with a point, a sentence that answers the question. You can use the words from the question in your point.

Be flexible, begin with content or WP

What does the exam look like? English Literature


• Extract Question on A Christmas Carol

• Extract Question on Macbeth


• Essay Question on An Inspector Calls

• Essay Question on Conflict and Power Poetry Cluster

• Essay Question on Unseen Poem comparison

How can I answer a top mark question? Begin simply. Extend your ideas. Discuss connotations of key words.

Play with alternative meanings. Be brave!

Give your personal response and explain why you think this.

Include supporting quotes.

Use the writer’s purpose to drive your analysis. Include context

throughout. Compare and contrast.

End each paragraph referring to the question.



York Notes

Mr Bruff youtube

Ask your teach for practice questions

ShowMyHomework


Learn your killer quotes!

Learn your context!

Consider writer’s purpose linked to context.



Mathematics

Course Description:

Exam Board:

Higher Tier: Edexcel

Foundation Tier: AQA

What does the exam look like?

• The GCSE examination is comprised of three equally weighted examination papers, sat at the end of the course.

• Each paper lasts for 1 hour and 30 minutes

• Each paper covers all 6 main areas:

o Number o Algebra o Ratio and proportion o Statistics o Probability o Geometry and measures

• There is 1 non-calculator paper and 2 calculator allowed papers

General Comments: The Maths Department aims to develop student confidence using

Maths skills in everyday life and to provide a basis for study beyond

GCSE. Problem solving skills are embedded throughout the course

and form an important part of the final assessment.

A calculator is an essential tool throughout the course and you

should therefore possess your own scientific calculator along with

all the other standard Mathematical equipment.


www.hegartymaths.com

www.corbettmaths.com

Pixl Maths App

Past paper packs

What key things do I need to remember?

1. Make sure you have correct equipment

2. Read the questions carefully

3. Work on the basis of a mark a minute e.g 5 mark

question should take 5 minutes

http://www.hegartymaths.com/

http://www.corbettmaths.com/


Science - Combined Science or Separate Sciences

Course Description:

Exam Board: Edexcel Combined Science 1CS0

OR

Edexcel Biology 1BI0

Edexcel Chemistry 1CH0

Edexcel Physics 1PH0


question? Use the THINK! Approach.

What does the exam look like? Combined Science & Separate Science

100% examination

This consists of six externally examined papers. These are available at

foundation tier and higher tier. Separate Science papers will have

additional questions to examine parts of the course not required for

Combined Science. The Combined Science is a double award GCSE so

you will receive 2 GCSE grades. Separate Science will receive three GCSE

grades.

How can I answer a 6 mark question? THINK!

T = Topic…

Identify which pupil specification topic the question is about.

(E.g. Chemistry Topic 1 Covalent Bonding)

H = Highlight…

Command words and talking points in the questions

E.g. describe and explain the different uses of diamond and graphite,

with reference to their structure and bonding.

I = Information…

Use information provided earlier in the question (graphs/ tables) but

don’t rely on repeating it to score marks.

N = Notes…

Use a table with headings for each of the highlighted words above. Fill

each box with information you can recall. When writing your answer,

short sharp sentences with capital letters and full-stops.

K = Keywords…

E.g. Diamond is a giant covalent structure used in jewellery because it

only has strong covalent bonds…

Put in as many key scientific words as you can into your written answers.

! = Check it…

Have you answered something for each box of your notes table?



Combined science – (biology, chemistry and physics) https://www.bbc.com/bitesize/examspecs/zqkww6f and

CGP Combined Science Revision Guide

Triple Biology - https://www.bbc.com/bitesize/examspecs/zcq2j6f and CGP Biology Revision Guide

Triple Chemistry - https://www.bbc.com/bitesize/examspecs/zy984j6 and CGP Chemistry Revision Guide

Triple Physics - https://www.bbc.com/bitesize/examspecs/zqpshv4 and CGP Physics Revision Guide


https://www.bbc.com/bitesize/examspecs/zqkww6f

https://www.bbc.com/bitesize/examspecs/zcq2j6f

https://www.bbc.com/bitesize/examspecs/zy984j6

https://www.bbc.com/bitesize/examspecs/zqpshv4


Geography

Exam Board: AQA


question? BUG all questions

Box the command word

Underline key parts of the

question

Glance back to make sure you are

answering the question


question?

Think Environmental/Economic

Social.

Think Global vs Local

Think winners and losers.

Assessment objectives.

AO1- Knowledge

AO2 – Understanding

AO3 – Application

AO4 - skills

What does the exam look like? Paper 1 – Living with the Physical Environment – 35% of GCSE. 1 hour 30

mins. Answer sections 1,2,3,4.

Paper 2 – Challenges in the Human Environment – 35% of GCSE. 1 hour 30

mins. Answer sections 1,2,3,6.

Paper 3 – Geographical Applications – 30% of GCSE. 1 hour 15 mins.

Answer all sections.

How can I answer 6 and 9 mark questions? PLAN/read it carefully – break the question down–annotate the

resource, make a spider diagram - take at least one minute to plan

before starting your answer.

6 marks = 2x PEEL paragraphs

9 Marks = Introduction + 2x PEEL paragraphs + conclusion.

Use geography terminology and take care with spelling, punctuation and

grammar.

Example 9 marks answer. Transnational Corporations only bring advantages

to the host country. Do you agree? Justify your decision.

Introduction “Shell is a TNC operating oil extraction in Nigeria.” PEEL one. (Advantages) “They have brought 65000 permanent jobs and 250 jobs in related industries. This has triggered the multiplier effect because all of these workers will have money to spend on services and in shops. Similarly, 91% of Shell’s oil contracts went to Nigerian companies.” PEEL two (Disadvantages) “On the other hand, Shell has brought environmental and social issues to Nigeria. Oil spills have ruined many fishing places. The increase in unbalanced wealth has also increased corruption and the gap between rich and poor. Many gangs have stolen oil for themselves, which does not benefit the majority of Nigerians.” Conclusion – make it evaluative.(weighing up- maybe bring in a new take on the question) “So, there are costs and benefits to the host country. There are other winners; England and the Netherlands have also benefitted as Shell is Anglo-Dutch, which makes investing in Nigeria a more attractive prospect, such as Chinese investment in Abuja.”



https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/examspecs/zy3ptyc

GCSE AQA Geography revision guide – all students should own one.

Paper 3 revision guide will be ready in March with the paper 3 pre-release.

Fieldwork write-up booklet. Past papers for practice.


Revision guides feature a

glossary of key terms.


https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/examspecs/zy3ptyc


History

Course Description:

Exam Board: AQA


question?

Use PEEL to form your paragraphs

Point – reword the question to give an

answer in one sentence.

Evidence/examples – to support your

point.

Explain – show off what you know! Make

sure you explain reasons why, if

appropriate, and impact to show

significance. Include lots of precise

factual detail and try not to waffle!

Link – back to the question

How should I answer source/

interpretation questions?

Again use PEEL. For your Point make

sure you only think about the uses of the

evidence. Don’t spend too much time

describing the evidence, instead think

about making inferences about people’s

attitudes/opinions, changes,

developments, significance. Consider

the provenance of the evidence: where

it comes from, who it was produced by

and when, and what the purpose of the

evidence was.

What does the exam look like? You will complete two written examinations at the end of the

course:

Paper 1 - Understanding the Modern World

(2 hours, worth 50%)

• America 1840-1895 Expansion and consolidation

• Conflict and tension between East and West 1945-1972

Paper 2 - Shaping the Nation (2 hours, worth 50%)

• Britain – Health and the People c1000 to the present day

• Elizabethan England c.1568-1603

Timings:

4 marks – 5 minutes, 1 PEEL paragraph.

8 marks – 10 minutes, 2 PEEL paragraphs.

12 marks – 15 minutes, 2 PEEL paragraphs and a conclusion.

16 marks – 20 minutes, 3 PEEL paragraphs and a conclusion.

How can I maximise my marks?

Remember the examiner will make a decision as to which of the

following 4 levels each of your answers fit in to.

Level 1: Basic –understanding shown, but limited knowledge.

Level 2: Simple – some facts used to show some contextual

knowledge, 1 idea developed.

Level 3: Developed – at least 2 ideas explained with specific factual

detail.

Level 4: Complex – sophisticated arguments developed. Complex

themes addressed to analyse links or evaluate change over time.



Exercise books, revision booklets and green revision

guides.

Keep checking Show My Homework in the build up

to your exams for tests and links to useful videos.


Lots!

See your PLC for each unit


Religious Studies

Course Description: Exam Board: AQA


question? Use BLT to form your paragraphs

B – Belief

T - Teaching

L – Link

5 mark questions. Use BLT!

“Describe Christian beliefs about

marriage. (4 marks)”

Belief. Make sure you include a

religious belief e.g. “Christians believe

that marriage is a blessing from God.”

Teaching. Make sure you go on to state

what the belief is based on. E.g.

“Christians believe this because in the

Bible it says “Man will leave his mother

and father and become one with his

wife”.

Link. Link to the question. Re-state the

question you’ve answered it! E.g. “So

Christians believe marriage is a

sacrament.”to make sure the examiner

knows

* Remember to get the 5th mark you

must include a quote/teaching

What does the exam look like? Assessment is by two examinations at the end of Year 11, each

worth 50% of the final grade.

Paper 1 – Christianity & Islam

• What do they believe? What do they do? (Beliefs and

practices)

Paper 2 – Moral issues – relationships

• Families; crime & punishment; Peace & conflict; Religion &

Life

How can I answer a top mark question? For a 12 mark question; get on the FARM!

“Religious believers should not support the use of nuclear

weapons”. (12 marks)

For – use a BLT paragraph to explain why a religious believer might

agree

Against – use a BLT paragraph to explain why a religious believer

might not agree

Religious teachings – make sure you’ve included them!

My opinion – what do you think? Do you agree with the statement

or not? Make sure you’ve included at least 2 reasons to support

your opinion.

4 Mark Questions

Double whammy! To get 4 marks you need to explain or describe

TWO things eg ideas or beliefs. You DON’T have to include a Quote

or Teaching in a 4 mark question.



Revision booklets issues in lessons

Past/specimen papers

BBC GCSE Bitesize


Use your revision flashcards to learn these – they are

crucial to your success.



Citizenship Studies

Course Description: Exam Board: AQA

8 mark questions

These need 3 paragraphs.

1. Agree with the question statement,

give 2 reasons/ideas.

2. Disagree, and give 2 reasons/ideas.

3. Conclusion – give your opinion and 2

ideas/reasons.

Source Questions

When the question says something like

“Using Source C….” Make sure the

examiner knows you’ve done this by

writing “As Source C says …. “

What does the exam look like? There are two exam papers, both 1 hour 45 minutes each. Paper 1: (80 marks, 50% GCSE) Section A: Active citizenship questions (40 marks) Questions on active citizenship themes and questions about how you gathered information and conducted your Citizenship Action Investigation. Section B: Politics and participation question (40 marks) Question types: multiple-choice, short answer, source based questions, extended answer Paper 2: (80 marks, 50% GCSE) Section A: Life in Modern Britain questions (40 marks)

• Section B: Rights and Responsibilities questions (40 marks)

•

Question types: multiple-choice, short answer, source based questions, extended answer



Use your folder

Revision guide textbook


Use your flash cards to learn your keywords – there’s

over 70!



French/German/Spanish

Course Description:

Exam Board: AQA


question? Translate the bullet points into English to

ensure you know the content of the

essay.

List your LOVEIT grammar structures to

use in the essay

Create a topic sentence to answer the

bullet point and introduce each

paragraph

Develop ideas by:

• Making a statement

• Adding an example/description

• Adding an opinion

• Justifying the opinion

Tick and check the grammar skills as

you use them and ensure the time

phrase matches the tense

Read and translate into English in your

mind to ensure what you think you

have written translates well.


question? Use LOVEIT to form your paragraphs

L – Links

O - Opinions

V – Varied structures

E – Extending sentences

I – interesting vocabulary

T – Tenses

What does the exam look like? You will be entered for single tier across all papers. (Foundation or

Higher)

• Speaking

• Writing

• Listening

• Reading

How can I answer a top mark question? Language

Examiner says: “Complex sentences are handled with confidence,

producing a fluent piece of work.”

What you can do:

1. Once you’ve made a statement develop it –

example/details/opinion.

2. Frequently extend sentences with connectives to make them

longer.

Content

Examiner Says: “an excellent response which is fully relevant and

detailed with opinions justified.”

What you can do:

1. Stick to the topic.

2. Include opinions and always justify them.

Communication

Examiner says: “There is little or no ambiguity.”

What you can do:

1. Reread sentences for good sense.

2. Be creative – say what you can say not what you want to say!

Accuracy

Examiner says: “Verb formations and tenses are secure. Just a few

errors maybe in complex structures.”

What you can do: 1. Use your grammar PLC and drill the skills.

2. Use your vocabulary booklet to drill words and practise spelling.


https://www.memrise.com/

LOVEIT structures

Revision guide

Core answer booklet

Vocab testing booklet


High frequency verbs in 3 tenses:

*To do *To like

*To go *To be able

*To have *To want

*To be



Art/Photography/Textiles

Course Description:

Exam Board: AQA

How should I approach the exam? Know exactly what you are doing when

you walk into the exam and be

prepared with all materials you need,

prepped and ready!

Talk to your subject teacher about this

before the exam.

The two day, 10 hour exam is split into

the periods of the day, 2-2-1. Make a

time plan and do not waste any time!

What does the exam look like? Component 2: Externally set assignment 40% of the overall mark.

The exam paper will be available from Monday 6th January and you

will complete the work over the whole of the Spring Term, with the

10 hour exam just before or immediately after Easter holidays.

You will choose one question from the exam paper and have 10

weeks to research, complete image studies, photoshoots or

samples for your sketchbook work.

How can I be successful in the exam? Choose the exam question very quickly, in the first lesson, and start

straightaway in a new sketchbook. Sketchbooks available from 7th

January.

You are completing a large portfolio of work and will have been given

a very clear week by week outline of work to complete, stick very

closely to these timings. These can be seen on SMHW.

Use Pinterest for research. Once the exam questions are out, there

will be a lot of information on this site.

Do more than the minimum of 5 artists/designers/photographers for

your research if aiming for a Grade 7 or above.

Work steadily over the 10 weeks you are given for prep for the exam,

using all the Art departments’ facilities at lunchtime and after school.

The department will give priority to all Year 11 students taking

GCSE’s to work quietly in rooms 26, 27, and 28.

Remember! Artist research and Image studies, Development of ideas

and completion of a final piece all gain the same marks so you must

complete each part. People often leave the development of ideas too

late!

What resources could I use to

revise?


www.Pinterest.com

BBC GCSE Art and Design Bitesize

Art subjects components:

The Arts GCSE’s are 100% practical subjects and are assessed on the

production of a portfolio of work over two years.

Once the exam has been taken and the coursework finished the marks are

awarded as below:

Coursework = 60%

Exam = 40%


http://www.pinterest.com/


Drama

Course Description:

Exam Board: Edexcel


question? Use IDEA to form your paragraphs

I – Identify a physical/vocal skill (voice)

or type of design element (spotlight)

D – Describe it. What does it look like?

E – Explain it. How do you use it? Explain

is NOT describe; say what you would do

and why. Should include a quote or stage

directions from the extract given.

A – Analyse it. What is the impact for the

audience?

What does the exam look like? Component 3 – 40%

Written exam 1 hr and 30 mins.

Study of one complete performance text (choice of 8) – short and

extended responses.

Live Theatre evaluation.

How can I answer a top mark question?

14 Mark Question - Spend 20 minutes answering

Question C will always ask you from a designer’s perspective and

will ask you to focus on a specific production element to bring the

extract to life.

You will be given a selection of production elements and you must

choose only one to write about. (Production elements are costume,

staging, props/stage furniture, set, lighting and sound.)

To gain full marks:

• Choose and write about only one of the design elements

from the list provided in the question.

• Discuss your ideas in detail and consider different options

and opinions.

• Show how your ideas enhance the extract, such as using

costume signify status.

• Make the audience central- how will your ideas affect the

audience?

• Make links to other design elements and to the play as a

whole.

• Justify your ideas and support them with evidence from the

extract and the wider play.

• Show how your ideas represent or symbolise the play’s

themes or ideas.

• Keep your ideas practical for the performer.



Resources on Google classrooms

KS4 corner in room 10

Drop in sessions Wednesday after school room 10

What else is there to remember?

6 marks = performer + 3 performance skills

9 marks = Director + 1 production element

12 marks = Director + performers use of voice + use of physicality + use of stage directions and stage space

14 marks = Designer + I production element



Physical Education

Course Description:

Exam Board:

AQA GCSE PE

Overview: Practical = 40% - Theory = 60%

Your involvement in a range of extra-curricular

activities both in and out of school is essential for

success in the practical GCSE PE course. 40% of the

GCSE is from 3 different practical activities (10% each)

one of which is analysed as a written assignment

(10%)

What does the exam look like? GCSE: Exam accounts for 60% of the final grade.

60% final theory exams.

Paper 1: The human body and movement in

physical activity in sport.

Paper 2: Socio-cultural influences and well-being

in physical activity and sport.

Subject Content:

The GCSE will include theory content including: Applied

Anatomy and Physiology, Movement Analysis, Physical

Training, Sports Psychology, Sociocultural Influences,

Health, Fitness and Well-Being and the Use of Data.

How should I approach each question? BUG all questions


Underline key parts of the question

Glance back to make sure you are answering

the question

Course Description: Exam Board:

OCR (Cambridge National) Sports Studies Overview: Each of the following units account for 25% of the final grade.

Contemporary issues in sport (exam) Sports leadership Developing sports skills

Sport and the media There will be limited time at the end of the course to review any of the units to help improve your grade.

Subject Content left: Sport and the media

Learning Outcome 1: Know how sport is covered across the media Learning Outcome 2: Understand positive effects that the media can have on sport Learning Outcome 3: Understand negative effects that the media can have on sport Learning Outcome 4: Understand the relationship between sport and the media Learning Outcome 5: Be able to evaluate media coverage of sport

What does the exam look like? Contemporary issues in sport

Learning Outcome 1: Understand the issues which affect participation in sport Learning Outcome 2: Know about the role of sport in promoting values Learning Outcome 3: Understand the importance of hosting major sporting events Learning Outcome 4: Know about the role of national governing bodies in sport


https://www.senecalearning.com/ BBC Bitesize Exam Pro questions/mark scheme Text book (Howitt) Revision Booklets Revision notes (bizley) Revision seminars for practical and theory


AO1 – Knowledge

AO2 – Apply

AO3 – Say why



Music

Course Description:

Exam Board: Edexcel GCSE (9-1)

What does the exam look like? Examination: 40% - 1hr 30 mins Eight questions relating to the twelve set studies and an

extended written task also related to one of the set

works.

AO1: Instrumental music (1700 – 1820)

J.S. Bach: Brandenburg Concerto No5 in D major (3rd

movement)

Beethoven: Sonata in C minor (pathetique) (First

movement)

AO2: Vocal music

H. Purcell: Music for a while

Queen: Killer Queen (from the album Sheer Heart Attack)

AO3: Music for stage and screen

S. Schwartz: Defying Gravity (cast recording of Wicked)

J. Williams: Main title/rebel blockade runner (Star Wars

Episode IV: A New Hope)

AO4: Fusions

Esperanza Spalding: Samba em Preludio

Afro Celt Sound System: Release (Volume 2: Release)

Section A

8 questions responding to extracts of music on CD

6 questions will be based on extracts of the set works.

1 question will be on musical dictation. (6-10 marks)

1 question will be on an unfamiliar piece (closely

related to a set work) with an accompanying skeleton

score. (8 marks)

Section B

Extended essay response questions.

Compare in detail an extract of 1 of the set works with

an extract from an unfamiliar listening piece (related to

one of the set works)

(12 marks)

Questions may include any of the keywords listed

below but you also MUST express your opinions and

justify why you feel this way.

Course Description:

Exam Board: Edexcel BTEC Level 2 first award in music.

Overview:

A) Understand different types of organisations that

make up the music industry

B) Understand job roles in the music industry

What does the exam look like? 1 hour exam

Start with Section C. read the scenario carefully and

underline any key points.

Work through this section then you will be asked to

write an extended answer (8 marks) discussing the

positives (pros) and negatives (cons) of the scenario

given to you.

There will be 2 x 8 mark questions so ensure that

you have written 8 points in an extended way,

justifying your answers. Try to give a balance

viewpoint then an overall decision. Always link to

the scenario/question.

Section A (organisations)

Section B (Job Roles)

The first few questions of the paper will be worth ½

the marks with some multiple choice questions.

2 or 4 mark questions: don’t just write the answers –

you MUST explain why you think that even if it only

asks for one answer.


https://www.senecalearning.com/ Past Papers available from Miss Powell Revision booklets and Google Drive shared resources Music department open for Year11 students Edexcel-GCSE-Music-Study-Guide/dp/178558166X (purchase online) Wednesday evening revision sessions

What keywords are there in GCSE Music?

Composer, name of piece, tempo, time signature /

rhythm, instruments/timbre, form and structure,

melody, tonality, harmony, dynamics, type of piece,

texture, date it was composed



Design and Technology – Food Preparation and Nutrition

Course Description:

Exam Board:

Eduqas





Go back to make sure you are answering

the question


question? Use PETAL to form your paragraphs

Point – reword the question to give an

answer in one sentence

Evidence – including key quotes, dates or

statistics to strengthen your point

Terminology – including keywords about

the subject matter

Analysis – explain how your point is

proven and link to your knowledge about

the subject

Link – link your ideas back to the original

question

What does the exam look like? Unit 1 (exam): Principles of Food and Nutrition (50%)

Written Paper: 1 hour 45 minutes (100 marks)

Section A – you will be provided with a visual stimuli which will

demonstrate a practical skill or process. You will then be asked

some questions on that skill or process.

Section B – the questions will require longer answers as you work

through the paper. You MUST read the question and identify what

the question is asking you to do based upon the command word.

Use this to help you write your answer, if you don’t follow the

command word you will lose marks.

Learn the command words used by the exam board:

List – make a list.

State/Name – write clearly but briefly, write in sentences.

Describe – give a detailed account.

Discuss – explore the subject by looking at the advantages and

disadvantages. Attempt to come to some sort of judgement.

Explain – describe, giving reason and causes. Use words like

BECAUSE in your answer as you will be explaining how or why

something is that way.

Evaluate – give an opinion by exploring the good and bad points

(pros and cons).




Coagulation, dextrinization, gelatinisation, caramelisation,

amino acids, high biological value protein, low biological

protein, syneresis, maillard reaction.

See the glossary in your revision guide for more.


Design and Technology

Course Description: Exam Board:

Eduqas

What maths skills do I need? • Calculation of quantities of

materials, costs and sizes.

• Scaling drawings, analysing

responses to user questionnaires.

• Calculate surface area and volume

to determine quantities of

materials.

• Plot, draw and interpret

appropriate graphs.

• Translate information between

graphical and numeric form.

• Use angular measures in degrees

• Visualise and represent 2D and 3D

forms including two dimensional

representations of 3D objects.

• Calculate areas of triangles and

rectangles, surface areas and

volumes of cubes


Analyse, Apply, Argue, Calculate,

Compare, Complete, Consider,

Contrast, Define, Describe, Discuss,

Evaluate, Examine, Explain, Give,

Identify, Justify, Name, Outline,

Repeat, State.

What does the assessment look like? Component 1: Design and Technology in the 21st Century

Written examination: 2 hours

50% of qualification

A mix of short answer, structured and extended writing questions

assessing your knowledge and understanding

Component 2: Design and make task

Non-exam assessment: approximately 35 hours

50% of qualification

What do the questions look like?

1+ mark - Give, State, Name, Place

These questions are designed to ease you into the question. They

need a simple statement, a short phrase, tick, underline………

2+ marks - Describe, Outline, Explain, Justify

These questions ask you to describe something in detail. The

answer will be in sentences and/or in a list. There is a need for

detail with elaboration of the answer.

Sometimes the question will ask the you to use notes and sketches;

this means that a clearly labelled sketch or diagram will of course

gain the marks

4+ marks - Evaluate, Analyse

Evaluate could imply / involve assessing or appraising a situation,

product or material, giving reasons to support your answers.

Analyse means examining and dissecting a situation or product

giving thoughtful, appropriate reasons to support the answer. It

could include logical chains of reasoning.

These high tariff questions are designed to test, stretch and

challenge you.

These questions require you to make a well-balanced argument

involving both advantages and disadvantages. A paragraph or a

number of sentences of extended writing will be required.


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Design and Technology – Engineering

Course Description: Exam Board: WJEC LEVEL 1/2 VOCATIONAL AWARD IN

ENGINEERING





Go back to make sure you are answering

the question


question? Understand the command words. You

must know what is expected when you

see these words in the question.

Analyse – separate information into

components (pros and cons) and identify

their characteristics

Evaluate – give an opinion by exploring

the good and bad points

Explain – describe, give reasons and

causes

State/Name – write clearly but briefly

Complete – fill in/add missing info

Identify – give basic facts which relate to

the topic

Describe – give a clear, straightforward

description which relates to all the main

points.

Discuss – to present an argument for and

against

Demonstrate – show that you can do a

particular activity or skills

What does the exam look like? Each paper will have questions that address at least two of mechanical,

electronic and structural engineering problems;

> At least 5 marks will be awarded for demonstration of mathematical

skills. This could include interpretation, calculation or use of

mathematical terminology;

> At least 10 marks will be awarded for demonstrating drawing skills;

> SUCH AS being able to draw an isometric sketch or an orthographic

projection

Types of topics that need knowledge and understanding to be understood for the exam:

• understand effects of engineering achievements you will need to know about structural engineering i.e. bridges and buildings, knowledge of types of bridges and understanding forces like tension and compression.

• Mechanical: Internal combustion engine, aeroplanes jet propulsion examples.

• Electrical: Knowledge of input>systems>output. Identify what an input is, a system does and what an output is. How has electronics changed over the last 20 years?

• Renewable energy/Solar power/Hydropower Geothermal – product life cycle, recycling of materials can also come up in the exam.

Be able to solve engineering problems - Use of formulae:

• Ohms law

• Efficiency

• Areas and volumes of geometric shapes

• Calculation

• Measuring

• Estimation

• Mean

• Units of measurement


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Apply, Calculate, Compare, Describe,

Evaluate, Explain, Justify, Name,

Identify, State, Complete

http://www.technologystudent.com/

http://accessfm.com/

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_K00xt_cxbI

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IPvSFIqIfCk

http://www.greatachievements.org/

http://www.technologystudent.com/joints/matprop1.htm

http://www.cat.org.uk/

http://www.technologystudent.com/


Computer Science

Course Description:

Exam Board: OCR





Glance back to make sure you are

answering the question

What does the exam look like? Exam 1 focuses on Computer Systems (1 hour 30 minutes) Exam 2 focuses on Computational Thinking, Algorithms and Programming. (1 hour 30 minutes) The Controlled Assessment focuses on the development of a programmed solution to a problem, designing code, testing and evaluating its effectiveness. (20 hours) Algorithms questions can appear on both written papers and can be

awarded up to 6 marks. They ask you to write an algorithm, often in

pseudo code, to solve a given problem

➢ Looking for specific lines of code

➢ Can be very similar to you python programming, it needs to

include (“ ”) but not :

➢ Any line you can do can achieve marks even if it is an input /

output command

➢ Keep it simple at the same time as checking it is relevant to

the given problem

QWC or * questions are on paper 1 and are able to achieve up to 8

marks, normally you are asked to discuss a given problem covering

legal, ethical and environmental issues questions.

➢ These are split into 3 marking bands.

➢ The lower and middle marking bands can be achieved by

using bullet points

➢ Include key words / terminology

➢ Marks are awarded in pairs – first for the idea and second for

the expansion / example

➢ Remember to answer in context to the question, refer every

point back to the question

➢ You need to cover all aspects mentioned in the question to

achieve marks in the higher marking band.


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Blue revision guide books

White revision workbooks

What keywords are there

Command words: Identify

Justify

Describe

Explain

You need to remember the key words for each topic

e.g cache, algorithm, processor, RAM/ROM, software




Revision Tips and Techniques

It is really important you have a good

routine leading up to and during the

exams. Good diet, exercise and sleep

will really help – honestly!

Ask your biology teacher!


Explore different revision methods. Need

help with this? Then pop along to Revision

Surgery on a Thursday after school.

Get the resources to revise effectively –

are you using your flash cards and folder

that was given to you in September?

Create a study group and make it fun!



Please see below the current revision timetable.

This will be updated after February half term


GCSE Timetable – draft 01.02.2020 AM Session PM Session

Date Subject Time Location & No Subject Time Location & No

2-1-2 timetable begins on Monday 11 May

Mon 11 May Computer Science P1

Music BTEC Y11 resits

9.00 – 10.30

9.00 – 10.00

IFC1

IFC2 Religious Studies P1 1.30 – 3.15 IFC1

Tue 12 May French Reading and

Listening 9.00 – 10.45 MFL5 and IFC1&2

Combined Sci Bio P1

Triple Biology P1

1.30 – 2.40

1.30 – 3.15

Sports Hall

Sports Hall

Wed 13 May English Literature P1 9.00 – 10.45 Sports Hall

Physical Education P1

Sport Studies OCR

Y11 Resits

1.30 – 2.45

1.30 – 2.30

Sports Hall

Sports Hall

Thu 14 May Combined Sci Chem P1

Triple Chemistry P1

9.00 – 10.10

9.00 – 10.45

Sports Hall

Sports Hall Computer Science P2 1.30 – 3.00 Sports Hall

Fri 15 May French Writing

Engineering

9.00 – 10.15

9.00 – 10.30

Sports Hall

Sports Hall Physical Education P2 1.30 – 2.45 Sports Hall

Mon 18 May Geography P1 9.00 – 10.30 Sports Hall Drama 1.30 – 3.15 Sports Hall

Tue 19 May Mathematics P1 9.00 – 10.30 Sports Hall Religious Studies P2 1.30 – 3.15 Sports Hall

Wed 20 May Spanish Reading and

Listening 9.00 – 10.45 MFL5 and IFC2

Combined Sci Phys P1

Triple Physics P1

1.30 – 2.40

1.30 – 3.15

Sports Hall

Sports Hall

Thu 21 May English Literature P2 9.00 – 11.15 Sports Hall

Fri 22 May D&T 1.30 – 3.30 Sports Hall

HALF TERM

Date Subject Time Location Subject Time Location

Mon 1 June History P1 9.00 – 11.00 Sports Hall Combined Sci Bio P2

Triple Biology P2

1.30 – 2.40

1.30 – 3.15

Sports Hall

Sports Hall

Tue 2 June English P1 9.00 – 10.45 Sports Hall

Wed 3 June Geography P2 9.00 – 10.30 Sports Hall Spanish Writing 1.30 – 2.45 Sports Hall

Thu 4 June Mathematics P2 9.00 – 10.30 Sports Hall History P2 1.30 – 3.30 Sports Hall

Fri 5 June English P2 9.00 – 10.45 Sports Hall Creative iMedia OCR

Y11 Resits 1.30 – 2.45 Sports Hall

Mon 8 June Mathematics P3 9.00 – 10.30 Sports Hall

Tue 9 June Music

Food Prep & Nutrition

1.30 – 3.15

1.30 – 3.15

IFC2

Sports Hall

Wed 10 June Combined Sci Chem P2

Triple Chemistry P2

9.00 – 10.10

9.00 – 10.45

Sports Hall

Sports Hall Citizenship P1 1.30 – 3.15 Sports Hall

Thu 11 June Geography P3 9.00 – 10.15 Sports Hall

Fri 12 June Combined Sci Phys P2

Triple Physics P2

9.00 – 10.10

9.00 – 10.45

Sports Hall

Sports Hall

Mon 15 June Citizenship P2 9.00 – 10.45 Sports Hall Further Maths P1 1.30 – 3.15 IFC1

Thu 18 June Further Maths P2 9.00 – 10.45 IFC -

Timetable reverts to 2-2-1 on Tuesday 16 June

Thurs 25 June Contingency Day – in case of national exam issues

French, Spanish Listening Reading Writing

Foundation: 35 mins 45 mins 1 hour

Higher: 45 mins 1 hour 1 hour 15 mins

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