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How Pass The A Level Geography ZIMSEC Examination

This document provides tips for passing the A-level Geography ZIMSEC examination, including: 1) Providing only one example unless asked for multiple examples. 2) Avoiding generic, mixed grill (mixing requirements), or general answers and including relevant examples. 3) Developing points with description, explanation and examples for full marks. 4) Following the rubric and question requirements.

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How Pass The A Level Geography ZIMSEC Examination

This document provides tips for passing the A-level Geography ZIMSEC examination, including: 1) Providing only one example unless asked for multiple examples. 2) Avoiding generic, mixed grill (mixing requirements), or general answers and including relevant examples. 3) Developing points with description, explanation and examples for full marks. 4) Following the rubric and question requirements.

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How pass the A level Geography

ZIMSEC Examination
Point 1
One example means ONE and “examples” means
MORE THAN ONE(two or more or else you are
penalised)
Point 2
Generic Answer
A generic answer is one that exchanges the
terms of the exam; e.g. turning LEDCs into
MEDCs or vice versa. Max = 2 marks
Point 3
Mixed Grill
A mixed grill is when two requirements of a
question are mixed up. For example LEDCs are
mixed with MEDCs and the whole answer
becomes general.
Point 4
General Answer
A general answer is when no examples are
given. Such an answer is given 1 mark less half
the total number of marks. Whether implicit or
explicit an example must always be given.
Sometimes an example within an example is
required e.g. Inyathi in Zimbabwe. Avoid
fabrication when giving examples
Point 5
Single points
A single point is when a candidate gives a list. It
is also known as telegraphing. These are given 1
mark each up to half the total marks. So, bullets
should be avoided
Point 6
Developed points
A developed point is a valid point that is well
explained, coherent and logical usually involves
a description, explanation and an example.
Point 7
Rubric infringement
A rubric infringement is when a candidate does
not follow the rules of the exam/ question
paper.
Point 8
Use of case studies
True examples that are known or unknown
should be used. Avoid Harare, Bulawayo and
Zimbabwe when grasping for straws.
Regurgitating the whole case study should be
avoided. Only the relevant part of the case study
should be used.
Point 9
Compare/ Distinguish/ Differentiate
Use comparative language. Words like “While”,
“But”, “On the other hand” and “Whereas” must
be used. Comparison can be done in mid-stride
or after the description of one point in full
before going on to the next
Point 10
Evaluate / Assess
Do not speculate or use futuristic language because most
commonly this will be a case study. So, bring out what
has been done hence never use terms like: may, would,
shall should, can and could.

Assessment is the degree of success or failure. It is by


how much – percentages, figures changes and
sometimes even projections should be quoted. However
be careful of what you are being asked to evaluate
Point 11
Diagrams
Diagrams should be functional and not slavishly
drawn. Simple and easy to draw diagrams must
be used. The purpose of the diagrams is to
buttress the text.
Point 12
Formulae
Formulae should always be used where
appropriate as marks are always reserved for
them.
Point 13
Theories and models
In dealing with theories and models the
candidate must dwell on their conformity
(applicability) or non conformity (non
applicability) to the given situation. Their merits
or demerits should also be handled.
Point 14
Description of trends
• Description of what is being seen is the first step.
Then an explanation is given where asked for.
• Do not redo or redraw the graph or table
• A trend is a pattern so it cannot be a single entry but
more than one entry.
• Terms to be used are : doubling, tripling, halved, 30%
• Superlatives and comparatives should also be used:
least, highest, lowest, lower than and greater than.
Point 15
Nature and Distribution
Nature means:
• How is it done?
• By whom?
• When?

Distribution means
• Where?
• Why there?
• Amount of coverage
Point 16

Weigh your marks and impress the examiners by


answering the best question first.

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