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Overview
The Paper 2 exam consists of six essay questions, only one of which must be answered during the timed period. The essay is to be written about the Part 3 literary texts. Therefore, it is a test of
understanding literature in context. Although the questions will change from exam to exam, they will always focus on the connection between, style, form, author, purpose, and audience. Selecting good Part 3 texts is therefore essential.
- SL & HL Answer 1 of 6 essay questions. SL and HL students receive exactly the same 6
questions.
- In SL The essay must answer one question in relation to both literary texts that were studied for Part 3.
- For HL Students Essay must answer one question in relation to 2 or 3 of the literary texts studied for Part 3.
- SL has 1.5 hours to answer this essay question.
- HL has 2 hours to answer this essay question.
- SL & HL Paper 2 grade counts for 25% of the final grade.
Criteria
Criterion A - Knowledge and understanding - 5 marks
The essay demonstrates an understanding of the works and knowledge of the contexts in which they were written. The student shows how context affects interpretations of the texts.
Criterion B - Response to the question - 5 marks
A Paper 2 essay should focus on the question chosen. The implications of the exam question need to be explored in-depth, and the student's response must be relevant to it.
Criterion C - Understanding of the use and effects of stylistic features - 5 marks
In the Paper 2 exam, a connection needs to be made between the author's use of stylistic features and the effect of them on his or her audience. As Paper 2 questions invite students to explore how meaning is shaped by context, answers will have to explain why authors choose for a certain genre, narrative technique, or structure.
Criterion D - Organization and development - 5 marks
The essay must develop an answer to the question coherently and effectively. Topic sentences should guide the ideas of paragraphs. Illustrations should be integrated well and explanations should shed light on the subject matter.
Criterion E - Language - 5 marks
The language of the Paper 2 exam should be effective and accurate. The choice of vocabulary and use of grammar should be consistent and appropriate.
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