A Level - Read up for General Paper

READ UP FOR GENERAL PAPER consists of examination-oriented topical discussions. The discussions on the various aspects of a topic will be of interest to the General Paper student, and the information gathered can be used to in answering essay questions, or provide thought-provoking points that can form the basis of further independent research. Obviously, however, this compilation does not obviate the need for the student to do his own reading, research, writing and to formulate his own opinions. 

In compiling the study materials, the requirements of the Paper and recent trends in the examination have been kept in mind. General Paper questions are rarely straightforward, and require a certain amount of information on which to base answers. It is expected that the enclosed discussions will provide some basic material with which to work with.

The discussions should stimulate the student’s thinking and enable him or her to formulate his or her own views. This compilation is not intended to be exhaustive, but the aim is to treat each topic in some detail, and provide topical, up-to-date information that can be utilised quickly. General Paper requires wide reading, and the busy student should find some relevant and interesting material in this compilation with which to begin his research. Sub-titles are provided to facilitate reading. The student is also advised to make a list of the new words that he or she comes across in these discussions, and note their usage.