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Point Evidence Explanation

Point Evidence Explanation. P = Point – an opinion, idea or fact E = Evidence – this is used to back up your point. It can be a quotation from a text, the shorter the better. It can be close reference to a text.

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Point Evidence Explanation

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  1. Point Evidence Explanation • P = Point – an opinion, idea or fact • E = Evidence – this is used to back up your point. It can be a quotation from a text, the shorter the better. It can be close reference to a text. • E = Explanation. This goes into more detail. It must link to the evidence. “From this we can see..” “This shows.”

  2. Point Evidence Explanation • Short answer question often requires just One PEE (2.5 Marks). If you are unsure about your answer PEE Twice • If a short answer is worth 5 marks PEE Twice • An extended question requires Three to Four PEEs. • Extended answers require PEEs to link

  3. Point Evidence Explanation • Link to next point. It could be a sub-point. It could move on to something similar. It could move on to something new. • Improve your essay structure by using clear transition or connecting words to help organise your ideas and to make it easier for the examiner to follow your arguments. • For example: Firstly, ... Secondly, ... In contrast to... In addition... As a result....

  4. Point Evidence Explanation • Other tips • Try to use the wording of the question in your first sentence. • Try to include an introduction and conclusion. • Make them as clear and succinct as possible. • 'This essay will argue that ...'; 'In conclusion, ...' ; 'To sum up...’

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