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Paper 1: SBQ

Paper 1: SBQ. Structure. 1 hour 3-4 sources Sources may be of different types (written, visual, etc.) Max of 600 words (or equivalent) Part A = compare and contrast two sources regarding their attitude towards a particular issue

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Paper 1: SBQ

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  1. Paper 1: SBQ

  2. Structure • 1 hour • 3-4 sources • Sources may be of different types (written, visual, etc.) • Max of 600 words (or equivalent) • Part A = compare and contrast two sources regarding their attitude towards a particular issue • Part B = using the sources + contextual knowledge to develop a reasoned, balanced and explicit argument

  3. Part A • Identify compare/contrast elements in your first paragraph • Go beyond ‘face value’ in your second paragraph: - Using contextual knowledge - Motives behind the speech, correspondence, visual, etc. - Use of emotive language

  4. Part B • Skills required: • Contextual knowledge • Comprehension of source content • Cross-referencing • Understanding of provenance • Weighing evidence • Reaching a reasoned judgment • Developing a focused and balanced argument

  5. What Examiners Are Looking For • Refer to Generic Mark Schemes • Part A (15 points): • 3 = contextual knowledge/awareness • 4 = source evaluation • 8 = develop comparison/grasp of sources • Part B (25 points): • 8 = analysis – quality of answer • 6 = grasp of sources (grouping) – use of sources • 6 = source evaluation • 5 = contextual knowledge

  6. Key Features of a Good Response • Focus - stay focused on the question throughout your response • Balance – shows understanding of both sides • Explicit – the argument is clear • Supported – the argument is supported by accurate and appropriate factual evidence • Consistency – the argument is consistent throughout • Style – the argument is easy to follow • Analysis – must explain the connection between the evidence presented and the question

  7. Extras • No five-paragraph essay – get to the point right away! • Work on pacing – 5-7 minutes to go through all the sources • Use all sources to construct your answer to Part B – make your judgment clear • Look for potential bias when evaluating sources • Paraphrase your sources • Don’t forget to attribute your sources – i.e., “As stated in Source A…, (Source B)…”

  8. Common Weaknesses • Over-reliance on basic comprehension of source contents • Face-value interpretation only (believing every word) • Absence of contextual knowledge • Lack of effective cross-referencing between sources • Assumptions about bias • Unsupported assertions • Lack of focus on the specific question, lack of balance or disjointed • Narrative approach • Dealing with both sides without reaching a conclusion

  9. Paragraph Structure • First paragraph (opening) - define key term(s) in question - identify choice of argument or answer - balance is evident - give a few reasons for your answer (road map) • Paragraph 2 - develop the case and bring in supportive details • Paragraph 3 - the counterargument - conclusion

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