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Originally Posted by Lindsay
also, they look for the eloquence with which you write and the other points you have made. if you write confidently and make other good points, then i would assume that the marker would give you credit for points that they had not previously thought of. similarly, if your essay is a mess and you make a strange point, the marker would probably not give you credit for an outlandish remark.
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This is very true. It helps, of course, if you do actually have an understanding of the text, but even if you don't fully grasp it make sure you write in a authoritive manner and don't be afraid to show off with the odd flourish here and there. The ability to bullshit in writing is a great gift!