🌎AQA A-Level Sociology: Tomorrow!!

📅 Monday 19th May 📅

Hi lovelies.

Gosh, exam season really is in full swing, isn’t it?

Your AQA A-Level Sociology Paper 1 is almost here, and the night before isn’t about cramming, it’s about refining. We know you know the stuff - it’s just about how you’re getting it down!

Here are a few final strategies to sharpen your exam technique and turn all your hard work into clear, confident answers.

📌 3 Smart Final Tips for Sociology Paper 1

✅ 1. Named Sociologists = Guaranteed Marks
One thing is for sure: include specific theorists or studies in your longer answers. Vague references like “some sociologists argue
” isn’t going to cut it!

Use names like Durkheim (social solidarity), Oakley (gender roles), and Murray (New Right family views). Check any others you need a refresh on too!

📝 2. Plan 10 Mark and 20/30 Mark Answers Before Writing
It’s easy to waffle under pressure. Spend 2–3 minutes outlining:

  • Your key points or paragraphs

  • Which study or theory you’ll apply

  • Where you’ll analyse vs. evaluate

Planning first = fewer contradictions, more clarity, and higher AO3 marks.

🔄 3. Link Back to the Question Constantly
In every paragraph, use phrases like:
“This supports the view that
”, “However, this challenges the claim
”, or “In the context of the question
”

Examiners need to see you’re not just listing knowledge: you’re shaping an argument.


đŸ—‚ïž Use Your Final Resources Wisely

📄 Download Predicted Papers
👉 A-Level Sociology Predicted Papers – All 3 Papers
Use these to plan your essay structures or bullet key theories per question.

đŸ“ș Some Free Content Here Too!
👉 YouTube Playlist – Topic Overviews + Tips

Even watching just one topic you're unsure on tonight can help you feel much more secure going in.


Right then. Don’t forget: stay focused, plan your answers, and make those theorists work for you.

Best of luck!!
– The Primrose Kitten Team đŸŸ

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