This question gives you a choice of which one to answer. Read them both through carefully before choosing - perhaps jot down some ideas and underline key words while you read through them as well. This will mean that you choose the question which is right for you and you can feel more confident in answering it.
This type of question requires you to consider the statement at hand and asks you how far you agree with the point of view. This means that you can get top marks whether you agree completely, a little bit or not at all.
Example:
Historian Harry Kelsey's book on Francis Drake, published in 2000, is called Francis Drake: The Queen's Pirate. How far do you agree with this assessment?
Tip:
Select four points you wish to make (these can be agreeing, disagreeing or both).
Explain each point in detail using your own knowledge of explicit events/factors/people to support your point.
Reach an overall judgement which shows clearly why you agree/disagree, referring to the evidence you have used.
Note down as many ideas as you can which could help you assess Harry Kelsey's view. These might include things like Drake's navigational achievements, his attacks on Spanish ships, his relationship with Queen Elizabeth, or his attitudes to the Spanish. Remember to consider the wider social context, too. Think about why the English wanted to increase overseas trade, and why Drake might have hated the Spanish.
Spend around 25 minutes on this question, divide your time wisely between planning your answer and writing your answer.