Useful tips for answering one- and two-mark questions
- These types of questions will usually only require short answers.
- A mark is awarded for every relevant point that is made. The relevant point is almost always a key subject word or term.
- Always check how many marks are given for each question and then try to make that many points in your answer to gain as much credit as possible.
Identify is usually a one-mark question and will usually require a one word answer.
For example:
Identify a component of physical fitness. (1)
Answer
Flexibility
Describe is usually a two-mark question. The points made will often need to be linked to gain full credit.
Describe one piece of equipment used in the 12-minute cooper run test. (2)
Answer
A stopwatch is used (1) to time how long a person is running for (1).
Explain is often a question that is worth two or more marks. Explanations for each mark will need to be provided to gain full credit.
Explain why the left ventricle wall is thicker than the right ventricle wall. (2)
Answer
The left ventricle wall is thicker than the right ventricle because it has to pump blood all around the body (1) so it has to be able to contract with greater force in order to provide enough pressure to ensure blood is able to travel that distance (1).