šŸŒŽAQA A-Level Sociology: Tomorrow!!

Jen - Primrose Kitten

šŸ“…Ā Monday 19th May šŸ“…

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.

šŸ“Œ 3 Smart Final Tips for Sociology Paper 1

āœ…Ā 1. Named Sociologists = Guaranteed Marks
One thing is for sure: include specific theorists or studies in your longer answers. Vague references like ā€œsome sociologists argueā€¦ā€ 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!

šŸ“Ā 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.

šŸ”„Ā 3. Link Back to the Question Constantly
In every paragraph, use phrases like:
ā€œThis supports the view thatā€¦ā€, ā€œHowever, this challenges the claimā€¦ā€, or ā€œIn the context of the questionā€¦ā€

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


šŸ—‚ļø Use Your Final Resources Wisely

šŸ“„Ā Download Predicted Papers
šŸ‘‰ A-Level Sociology Predicted Papers – All 3 Papers
Use these to plan your essay structures or bullet key theories per question.

šŸ“ŗ Some Free Content Here Too!
šŸ‘‰ 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 🐾

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