This resource provides a fully scaffolded 6-mark extended writing question on comparing the structure and bonding in sodium chloride (ionic) and hydrogen chloride (covalent).
Included in this pack:
- Command word sticky note (focus on “Compare”)
- Success criteria sticky note for clear structure
- Keywords sticky note for targeted vocabulary support
- Student worksheet with exam-style question and space for extended answer
- Fill-in-the-gaps activity with word bank to practise exam technique
- Model answer with underlined key terms
- Common 2–3 mark response for comparison and improvement
- Correction task page to identify vague phrases and rewrite answers using keywords
- Provided in both PowerPoint and PDF formats for easy classroom use and printing
This worksheet is perfect for helping students practise GCSE exam technique on extended writing questions. Differentiation and scaffolding are built in to support lower ability learners, while providing challenge through success criteria and model answers.
Covers key AQA GCSE Chemistry Paper 1 content on ionic vs covalent bonding, structure, and forces.
This resource is part of a growing series of GCSE Science extended 6-mark exam questions across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics – designed to give students consistent practice with scaffolded support.
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GCSE Chemistry – Atomic Structure & Bonding (Mini Bundle) | 6 Mark Exam Questions | Scaffolded/Differentiated
This mini bundle contains 2 scaffolded and differentiated GCSE Chemistry 6-mark exam questions designed to support students with extended response writing: * Atomic Structure of Carbon * Ionic vs Covalent Bonding Each worksheet includes: ✅ Command word guidance ✅ Success criteria checklists ✅ Keywords box for support ✅ Model answers & fill-in-the-gaps tasks ✅ Vague student answer correction practice Perfect for revision, homework, or classroom exam practice. Helps students learn how to structure longer answers with key scientific detail.
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GCSE Chemistry Paper 1 – 6 Mark Exam Questions Bundle | Scaffolded/Differentiated (Atomic Structure, Bonding, Electrolysis, Reactivity & More)
A complete bundle of 6 scaffolded and differentiated GCSE Chemistry Paper 1 extended-response questions (6 marks each). **Included in this bundle:** * Atomic Structure of Carbon – 6 mark * Ionic vs Covalent Bonding – 6 mark * Reactivity of Metals (Exothermic Reactions) – 6 mark * Electrolysis of Aluminium Oxide – 6 mark * Properties of Diamond & Graphite – 6 mark * Group 7 Reactivity & Displacement – 6 mark Each worksheet follows the same proven structure to build exam confidence and improve extended writing skills: * Clear command word breakdown * Concise success criteria to guide structure * Keywords box to support scientific language * Three differentiated tasks: * The full 6-mark exam-style question * A fill-in-the-gaps task with word bank * A “vague student answer” improvement activity Perfect for GCSE Chemistry Paper 1 revision (AQA) but can be easily adapted for other exam boards. This bundle saves you time while providing ready-to-use extended response practice that scaffolds low-ability students and stretches higher-ability learners.
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