Tips, Tricks and Tackling Paper 1 - Religious Studies AQA
GCSE Religious Studies Paper 1 Exam Skills, Tips & Practice Booklet (Christianity & Islam)
Suitable for Grade 4-9 Students
A focused exam skills resource designed to help students improve their performance in GCSE Religious Studies Paper 1. This booklet provides clear guidance on how to approach different question types, alongside targeted practice to build confidence and exam technique.
What’s included:
Step-by-step guidance for 4, 6 and 12 mark questions
Clear structures for ‘influence’ and evaluation questions
Practical exam strategies (timing, paragraph structure, use of quotes)
Model answers and examples of high-level responses
Sentence starters and evaluation phrases to reach top bands
Practice questions covering Christianity and Islam topics
This resource supports students in developing strong exam technique, particularly in using religious teachings effectively, structuring answers clearly, and making well-judged evaluations.
Ideal for revision lessons, exam preparation, or independent study.








