History at Huntly

Higher: Some Useful Essay Writing Tips

This powerpoint and handout should help you write Higher level essays. They show you how to link paragraphs, how to bring in new points/arguments, how to contrast views, which phrases and words to avoid and essay writing conventions. (Thanks again go to Donald Morrison)

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Download cliches_and_confused_words.doc

Download Conventions.doc

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Higher: Democracy Quotes

Some quotes which may improve your Democracy essay. Remember to use quotes wisely. They should emphasise a point, contradict a point or bring into the essay a new argument. Don't leave quotes 'unattached' to the essay - they must be integral to the essay.

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Higher: Handout 'What Factors led to Britain becoming a Democracy?'

This is the handout that should form the basis of your essay you are currently doing. The actual essay title you are tackling (from the 2003 Past Paper) is What was the most important reason for the growth of democracy in Britain between 1867 and 1928?

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Higher History Essay Help

This is the powerpoint we looked at recently which explains what the markers are looking for in a Higher essay. You should have the handout to accompany this. (Thanks to Donald Morrison for this).

Download ISECO.ppt