The document provides guidance on the skills required to study Unit 1 AS History, including examinable skills like analysis, causation, and making judgments. It outlines the assessment criteria, including recalling and deploying historical knowledge to arrive at substantiated conclusions. Sample essay questions are provided along with guidance on structuring responses, introducing arguments, and reaching conclusions by supporting, refuting, or modifying the focus of the question. Self-assessment tools and homework tasks are also included to help students practice the necessary skills.