Question 4: Comparing Writers' Viewpoints and Perspectives

Question 4 is worth 16 marks and is the most demanding question on Paper 2 Section A. It tests your ability to compare the viewpoints and methods of the two writers across both sources. This is assessed under AO3, which is unique to Paper 2.

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What the Question Looks Like

A typical Q4 might read:

For this question, you need to refer to the whole of Source A, together with the whole of Source B. Compare how the two writers convey their different attitudes to [travel / education / the countryside / city life]. In your answer, you could: • compare their different attitudes • compare the methods they use to convey their attitudes • support your response with references to both texts.

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What the Examiner Wants