This document provides guidance and sample materials for teaching the documents-based question component of the Leaving Certificate History exam in Ireland. It outlines key concepts like source, evidence, fact and opinion. It describes the format and styles of documents-based questions, which involve comprehension, comparison, criticism and contextualization of source materials. Sample documents and questions are provided as examples related to topics on the GAA and Dublin labour conflicts. The document aims to illustrate the critical thinking skills developed through documents-based study.