Common Mistakes in SAQs and How to Fix Them

The video tutorial addresses two common mistakes students make in their SAQs on national exams: using evidence from the wrong time period and failing to provide specific named evidence. To avoid these errors, students should study concepts in chronological order and use specific vocabulary words, defining them clearly. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of specificity in writing to ensure graders understand the intended meaning.

What is one of the most common mistakes students make on their SAQs?

• Ignoring the question prompt

• Writing too much information

• Not using any evidence

• Using evidence from the wrong time period

How can students avoid using evidence from the wrong time period?

• By focusing only on definitions

• By studying concepts in chronological order

• By memorizing all dates

• By ignoring the time period

What is the second common mistake students make on their SAQs?

• Providing too much detail

• Not providing specific named evidence

• Using incorrect vocabulary

• Ignoring the question format

How can students ensure they provide specific named evidence?

• By using and defining vocabulary words

• By writing longer essays

• By avoiding specific names

• By using general terms

Why is it important to be specific in your answers?

• Because graders can only give points for what is written

• Because it makes the answer longer

• Because it impresses the graders

• Because it shows you know the topic