Language Exam Mark Scheme–
Section A, Final Question
Marks |
The
candidate: |
11-12 (A*) |
·
demonstrates skills of analysis and interpretation in evaluating the
writer's techniques ·
is likely to use textual references which are apt and carefully chosen
to support the points made |
9-10 (A) |
·
makes perceptive points about the writer's techniques ·
may use textual references with some discrimination to substantiate
points made ·
shows sound analysis and interpretation of the writer's use of ·
language in points that are clearly organised and developed |
7-8 (B) |
·
shows a sound understanding of the writer's techniques ·
is likely to select suitable aspects of the text ·
begins to be able to show how meaning and effect are being created |
5-6 (C) |
·
begins to show greater familiarity with a wider range of techniques in
the passage ·
may be able to select some more relevant sections of text, but not
consistently ·
is able to make clearer comments about the writer's technique |
3-4 (D) |
·
shows some understanding of the writer's technique, though there may
still be some uncertainty about some aspects of the passage ·
shows an understanding of some of the main features of the passage,
but it is not sustained ·
may demonstrate some selection of text ·
makes simple comments on aspects of language and technique |
1-2 (E) |
·
is able to make a small number of simple points that may focus on only
one of the two bullet points ·
may recount aspects of the text rather than addressing technique ·
shows a limited grasp of ideas |
0 |
·
makes no response or a response that does not refer to the question or
seem to be response to the text |