OCR exam technique for problem scenario questions (H418)
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Summary OCR A-Level Law (H418) - exam technique for scenario problem questions
This is an advice summary document on how to approach and tackle the 20 mark scenario/problem questions in the OCR A-Level Law exams. It gives examples and step-by-step approach to maximise the essay marks.
OCR exam technique for problem scenario questions (H418)
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OCR General structure for answering 20 mark problem/scenario
questions
what you say has to come from the law - you need to give a case for every
rule to show where your application comes from
make a list at the start of the question and tick off the elements as you go.
read the sentences and the instructions to work out what
crimes/torts/contracts/defences/remedies need to be covered.
Structuring a paragraph:
Either: write out all the law at the start of the question. Then apply. Then
conclude.
Or: IRAC.
Issue - outline the relevant crime/tort/contract.
Relevant law - outline the relevant law, ensure to include cases.
Apply - apply the relevant law to the facts. Extra marks: include other
cases.
Conclude - say whether the crimes/torts/terms are liable/apply. If time,
summarise the keep steps/elements to highlight why/why not the outcome
you've decided to come to.
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