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Steps for

Answering
Analytical
Questions
Werner Swart IB DP
Agenda
• Step 1: Understand the Question • Step 11: Final Check
• Step 2: Plan Your Answer
• Step 3: Define Terms and Concepts
• Step 4: Analyze
• Step 5: Compare
• Step 6: Contrast
• Step 7: Structure Your Answer
• Step 8: Conclude
• Step 9: Review and Revise
• Step 10: Cite Your Sources
Step 1: Understand the Question

Read Carefully Identify Keywords

• Make sure you understand all parts of the • Highlight terms like 'analyze,' 'compare,' and
question. 'contrast' to guide your answer.
Step 2: Plan Your Answer

Outline Allocate Time

• Create a brief outline to organize your • Decide how much time you'll spend on each
thoughts. part of the question.
Step 3: Define Terms and Concepts

Clarify: Define any terms or concepts that are crucial to


understanding the question.

Use Examples: Provide clear examples that illustrate the


meaning of the terms or concepts.

Provide Context: Explain how the terms or concepts relate to


the overall topic or subject.
Step 4: Analyze

Dissect the elements or components of the subject(s) you are


Break Down analyzing.

Examine Relationships Look at how the elements interact or relate to each other.

Discuss Implications Consider the significance or impact of these elements.


Step 5: Compare

Identify Similarities Use Evidence

• Point out the similarities between the • Support your points with data, quotes, or
subjects you are comparing. examples.

• Highlight shared characteristics or attributes. • Provide concrete evidence to back up your


comparisons.
• Consider common themes or patterns.
• Use reliable sources to strengthen your
arguments.
Step 6: Contrast

Identify Differences Use Evidence

• Point out the differences between the subjects • Support your points with credible evidence, data,
you are contrasting. quotes, or examples.

• Highlight the contrasting elements or • Provide concrete examples to illustrate the


components of the subject(s). differences.
Step 7: Structure Your Answer

Briefly introduce the subjects you'll be analyzing, comparing, and


Introduction contrasting.

Use separate paragraphs for analysis, comparison, and contrast. Each


Body Paragraphs paragraph should have a clear topic sentence and should be logically
connected.

If applicable, include a paragraph that addresses counter-arguments or


Counter-Arguments limitations of your analysis.
Step 8: Conclude

Summarize Final Thoughts

● Briefly summarize the key points of your ● End with a concluding statement that
analysis, comparison, and contrast. encapsulates your overall argument or
findings.
Step 9: Review and Revise

Check for Clarity Proofread

● Ensure your answer is clear and directly ● Look for grammatical errors and correct them.
addresses the question.
● Ensure your answer is well-structured and
● Remove any ambiguous or confusing flows logically.
statements.
● Check for spelling mistakes and typos.
● Rephrase sentences if necessary to improve
clarity.
Step 10: Cite Your Sources

In-Text Citations Reference List

• If you have used external sources, it is • If you have used external sources, it is
important to include in-text citations. important to include in-text citations.

• Include the author's last name and the year of • Include the author's last name and the year of
publication in parentheses. publication in parentheses.

• If you are directly quoting, include the page • If you are directly quoting, include the page
number as well. number as well.

• For example: (Smith, 2020) or (Johnson, 2018, • For example: (Smith, 2020) or (Johnson, 2018,
p. 45). p. 45).
Step 11: Final Check

Re-read the Question Time Management

● Make sure you've fully answered all parts of ● Ensure you've allocated time effectively to
the question. cover all aspects of the question.

● Check for any missed requirements or ● Check if you've spent too much time on one
prompts. section and adjust accordingly.

● Ensure your response aligns with the question ● Prioritize remaining tasks based on their
objectives. importance and allocated time.

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