đAQA A-Level Sociology: Tomorrow!!
đ Â Monday 19th May đ
Hi lovelies.
Gosh, exam season really is in full swing, isnât it?
Your AQA A-Level Sociology Paper 1 is almost here, and the night before isnât about cramming, itâs about refining. We know you know the stuff - itâs just about how youâre getting it down!
Here are a few final strategies to sharpen your exam technique and turn all your hard work into clear, confident answers.
đ 3 Smart Final Tips for Sociology Paper 1
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 1. Named Sociologists = Guaranteed Marks
One thing is for sure: include specific theorists or studies in your longer answers. Vague references like âsome sociologists argueâŠâ isnât 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!
đ 2. Plan 10 Mark and 20/30 Mark Answers Before Writing
Itâs easy to waffle under pressure. Spend 2â3 minutes outlining:
Your key points or paragraphs
Which study or theory youâll apply
Where youâll analyse vs. evaluate
Planning first = fewer contradictions, more clarity, and higher AO3 marks.
đ 3. Link Back to the Question Constantly
In every paragraph, use phrases like:
âThis supports the view thatâŠâ, âHowever, this challenges the claimâŠâ, or âIn the context of the questionâŠâ
Examiners need to see youâre not just listing knowledge: youâre shaping an argument.
đïž Use Your Final Resources Wisely
đ Download Predicted Papers
đ A-Level Sociology Predicted Papers â All 3 Papers
Use these to plan your essay structures or bullet key theories per question.
đș Some Free Content Here Too!
đ YouTube Playlist â Topic Overviews + Tips
Even watching just one topic you're unsure on tonight can help you feel much more secure going in.
Right then. Donât forget: stay focused, plan your answers, and make those theorists work for you.
Best of luck!!
â The Primrose Kitten Team đŸ