Why Structure Decides Marks Structure determines clarity. Examiners mark using predictable patterns. A perfect structure compensates for forgotten details. A* students follow a blueprint, not “feelings.” 10-mark and 15-mark questions require different depth. Most students write too much for 10-marks …
1. Understanding the Structure of Paper 2 and Paper 4 1.1 Format Overview Paper 2 (Core/Extended Theory) Short structured questions Long structured questions Mixed calculations and explanations Paper 4 (Extended Theory) Higher-level structured questions Multi-step reasoning Graph work Complex calculations …
Why Students Panic When They Don’t Know the Rule They expect every question to match their notes. They try to remember exact textbook wording. They think not knowing the rule = losing the whole question. They forget that AS Law …
1. Understanding How CAIE Actually Marks Physics Answers 1.1 How Marks Are Awarded Precision of vocabulary Accuracy of relationships Correctness of numerical reasoning Logical step-by-step progression No credit for vague sentences 1.1.1 What Examiners Want Direct, technical keywords Clearly written …
Why Application (AO2) Decides Your Grade AO2 is the single most important skill in AS Law. AO2 = applying law to facts. AO2 is where A* students separate from A/B/C students. Students often know rules and cases (AO1), but fail …
Why AO1 Definitions Matter AO1 is a major portion of Paper 1 and Paper 2. Examiners look for precision, not paragraphs. A definition is correct only when legally accurate. Wrong or vague wording = lost marks. Accurate AO1 supports AO2 …
IRAC Is A Structure, Not A Script Students think IRAC = robotic formula. A* students use IRAC as a hidden skeleton. IRAC must guide your answer, not control it. Flexibility inside structure = natural flow. IRAC used wrong → repetitive …
Why Case Law Memory Fails For Most Students Students try to memorise full judgments. Students think examiners want long case facts. Students confuse ratio with obiter. Students rely on storytelling. Students overstuff answers with irrelevant cases. A* students do the …
Why Issue-Spotting Determines Your Grade Issue = backbone of the answer. Without correct issue → wrong rule → wrong case → wrong application → lost marks. Issue-spotting controls AO1, AO2, AO3 accuracy. A* students identify issues before writing anything. Most …
Understanding What Makes AS Law Different Core Principles For A* Written and Compiled By Sir Hunain Zia, World Record Holder With 154 Total A Grades, 7 Distinctions and 11 World Records For Educate A Change AS Level Law Free …