In this deck, we'll focus on a crucial exam skill: structuring your answers for the higher-mark questions. Getting a top grade in GCSE Geography isn't just about what you know, but how you write it down. We'll break down the structure for 6-mark 'explain' questions and 9-mark 'evaluate' or 'assess' questions, so you know exactly how to access the top level of the mark scheme.

Let's start with the 6-mark 'explain' questions. These questions ask you to give reasons for something. The best way to structure your answer is using the PEE method. That's P, E, E. It stands for Point, Evidence, Explain. This simple structure ensures you develop your ideas fully and link them to specific knowledge.

So, what does each part mean in practice? Your 'Point' is a simple, clear sentence that starts to answer the question. For example, 'One effect of deforestation is soil erosion'. The 'Evidence' is where you bring in your specific case study knowledge. This means facts, figures, and named places. Finally, the 'Explain' part links your evidence back to your point. You use phrases like 'this means that...' or 'the consequence of this is...' to show the examiner you understand the geographical process.