Macbeth: AS & A2 York Notes A Level Revision Guide

Revise the key points

Read through the key points, then print the cards as a handy revision aid.

1 Decode the question

Read the question. Then identify key words to determine exactly what is being asked.

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2 Plan your answer

Spend about 5 minutes planning your response. Brainstorm ideas and list key quotations and incidents.

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3 Time yourself

Keep an eye on the time. Make sure that you pace yourself so that you structure your response properly and cover all your points.

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4 Read over your answer

Give yourself enough time to check your essay. Make sure that your points and handwriting are clear.

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5 Keep calm and take a spare pen!

Remember not to panic. Just pretend that you are doing a timed essay, and make sure that you have all the equipment that you need.

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