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The paper is marked using the generic markbands below, and the paper specific markscheme that

follows. The markscheme for this paper is the same for HL and SL.

Markbands for paper two

Marks

Level descriptor

0

The work does not reach a standard described by the descriptors below.

1–5

The response reveals limited understanding of the demands of the question.

The response is poorly structured, or where there is a recognizable essay structure

there is minimal focus on the task.

There is little relevant knowledge, and examples are either lacking or not relevant.

The response is mostly descriptive.

6–10

 

The response indicates some understanding of the demands of the question.

 

There is some evidence of an attempt to structure the response.

Some relevant knowledge is present, and some examples are mentioned but they are

not developed or their relevance to arguments is not clear.

The response demonstrates limited understanding of the key concepts of the course.

There is limited justification of main points.

Counterclaims, or different views on the question, are not considered.

11–5

The demands of the question are understood and mostly addressed but the

implications are not considered.

There is a clear attempt to structure the response.

The response is mostly based on relevant and accurate knowledge of global politics,

and relevant examples are given and support arguments.

The response demonstrates some understanding of the key concepts of the course.

Many of the main points are justified and arguments are largely coherent.

Some counterclaims, or different views on the question, are considered.

16–20

 

The demands of the questions are understood and addressed, and most implications

are considered.

The response is well-structured.

The response demonstrates relevant and accurate knowledge and understanding of

global politics, and relevant examples are

used in a way that strengthens arguments.

The response demonstrates a good grasp of the key concepts of the course.

All or nearly all of the main points are justified and arguments are coherent.

Counterclaims, or different views on the question, are explored.

21–25

A very well structured and balanced response that addresses the demands and

implications of the question.

Comprehensive knowledge and in-depth understanding of global politics is applied in

the response consistently and effectively, with examples integrated.

The response demonstrates a very good grasp of the key concepts of the course.

All of the main points are justified. Arguments are clear, coherent and compelling.

Counterclaims, or different views on the question, are explored and evaluated.