TET-1 Model Papers No. 3

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exam Essay-writing in the exam context
 What constitutes a good essay in the exam context?
 Is it ok to answer exam questions on topics covered in coursework essays?
 Do the criteria for judging a good essay differ between those submitted in term
time and those submitted as exam responses?
 If so, how does the marking of exam responses reflect these differences?
 How do students typically under-perform in exams?
What constitutes a good essay in the exam context?
Examinations test the ability to formulate a coherent argument and analysis;
to produce an answer which is clearly structured and directly relevant to the
question; to show knowledge of the module, some evidence of further
reading and critical ability; and to do so concisely and in a restricted period of time.


A good exam response therefore:
 Directly addresses the question
 Develops a logical and clearly structured argument in relation to the question.
 Draws on and applies what has been learnt within the module.
 Demonstrates critical thinking (not purely descriptive)
 Supports and illustrates its argument with explicit acknowledgement of
published sources
 Shows an ability to manage exam time
Really good exam papers do all this, and show some independence of thought. Note: the
criteria of what is expected from a script for each degree class are given in the
Department Handbook.





Is it ok to answer exam questions on topics covered in essays?
Yes, with a note of caution! It is fine to use in exams material you've studied in
connection with your coursework (even where you’ve written essays on the topic),
providing you make absolutely sure you AVOID using the actual content of essays, i.e.
reproducing (whether precisely or overly closely) sentences or paragraphs already
written, because:


how does the marking of exam responses reflect these differences?
 How do students typically under-perform in exams?
What constitutes a good essay in the exam context?
Examinations test the ability to formulate a coherent argument and analysis;
to produce an answer which is clearly structured and directly relevant to the
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TET-1 Model Paper-For Better Practice

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exam material Before the Exam: Prepare and Practice

Writing a good essay requires synthesis of material that cannot be done in the 20-30 minutes you have during the exam. In the days before the exam, you should:
Anticipate test questions. Look at the question from the last exam. Did the question ask you to apply a theory to historical or contemporary events? Did you have to compare/contrast theories? Did you have to prove an argument? Imagine yourself in the role of the instructor--what did the instructor emphasize? What are the big ideas in the course?



Practice writing. You may decide to write a summary of each theory you have been discussing, or a short description of the historical or contemporary events you've been studying. Focus on clarity, conciseness, and understanding the differences between the theories.
Memorize key events, facts, and names. You will have to support your argument with evidence, and this may involve memorizing some key events, or the names of theorists, etc.
Organize your ideas. Knowledge of the subject matter is only part of the preparation process. You need to spend some time thinking about how to organize your ideas. Let's say the question asks you to compare and contrast what regime theory and hegemonic stability theory would predict about post-cold war nuclear proliferation. The key components of an answer to this question must include:
A definition of the theories
A brief description of the issue
A comparison of the two theories' predictions
A clear and logical contrasting of the theories (noting how and why they are different)
In the exam

Many students start writing furiously after scanning the essay question. Do not do this! Instead, try the following:
Perform a "memory dump." Write down all the information you have had to memorize for the exam in note form.
Read the questions and instructions carefully. Read over all the questions on the exam. If you simply answer each question as you encounter it, you may give certain information or evidence to one question that is more suitable for another. Be sure to identify all parts of the question.
Formulate a thesis that answers the question. You can use the wording from the question. There is not time for an elaborate introduction, but be sure to introduce the topic, your argument, and how you will support your thesis (do this in your first paragraph).
Organize your supporting points. Before you proceed with the body of the essay, write an outline that summarizes your main supporting points. Check to make sure you are answering all parts of the question. Coherent organization is one of the most important characteristics of a good essay.

Anticipate test questions. Look at the question from the last exam. Did the question ask you to apply a theory to historical or contemporary events? Did you have to compare/contrast theories? Did you have to prove an argument? Imagine yourself in the role of the instructor--what did the instructor emphasize? What are the big ideas in the course?


Formulate a thesis that answers the question. You can use the wording from the question. There is not time for an elaborate introduction, but be sure to introduce the topic, your argument, and how you will support your thesis (do this in your first paragraph).
Organize your supporting points. Before you proceed with the body of the essay, write an outline that summarizes your main supporting points.

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