One-mark questions
One-mark questions often ask you to state, predict, or give a simple reason to explain something. You do not have to answer in a full sentence, but it is usually a good idea to do so, in case that helps to give your answer more depth which might help you to score the mark. Make sure that you include key words in your answer, as these are often required by the mark scheme.
Foundation tier papers may include questions in which you have to draw lines to match correct options. These questions will include distractors, which are incorrect choices.
When you answer a line matching question, use straight lines. Draw the number of lines needed to answer the question.
Sample question 1 - Foundation
Question
In paper chromatography using propanone as the solvent, what is the stationary phase? [1 mark]
This question has been written by a Bitesize consultant as a suggestion to the type of question that may appear in an exam paper.
Paper [1]
The paper is the stationary phase because the paper does not move.
Sample question 2 - Foundation
Question
Silver nitrate can be used to test for halide ions in aqueous solutions. Draw lines to match the ion to the correct colour of the precipitate formed with silver nitrate. [3 marks]
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Sample question 3 - Higher
Question
Aquamed is a medicine for children. The medicine is a formulation. What is meant by a formulation? [1 mark]
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A mixture which is designed to be a useful product. [1]
Sample question 4 - Higher
Question
Match the gas to the correct test and positive result. [4 marks]
This question has been written by a Bitesize consultant as a suggestion to the type of question that may appear in an exam paper.
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