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How to write an A* essay

There is often little difference between what an A* student and a B grade student know. The key difference in achieving the top grades is how you write and apply your knowledge. Sarra Jenkins explains how to succeed

At A-level, most of your marks are gained from longer essays (Box 1). Picking the right question, and planning it properly, is crucial. Many students complain that they do not have enough time. Far worse is to plough through an essay and realise only halfway through that you have picked the wrong question.

Questions usually contain three key elements:

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