Column A
B
C
D
E
100

How many Criteria does Paper 2 have?

5

100

What is Criteria A? 

Knowledge , Understanding, Interpretation (5 marks)

100

What is Criterion B1?

Analysis and evaluation of authorial choices and textual features (5 marks)

100

What is Criterion B2?

Comparative Analysis (5 marks)

100

What is Criterion C?

Focus and Organization (5 marks)

200

What is the overall mark for Paper 2?

25

200

How many poems and short stories should you use for Paper 2 according to the Subject Guide?

2-3 poems, 2-3 short stories.

200

How does one show evaluation?

Use evaluative language

Sprinkle in words that signal judgment:

  • effectively, powerfully, subtly, ironically, convincingly
  • less successful, limited, ambiguous, problematic

Example:

200

Do you need to learn quotes?

No, you can explain the quotes in your own words

200

What are the text requirements for Paper 2?

Paper 2 is a literary component, so only literary works may be used for it. Any literary work studied in class may be used with the exception of those already used for other components.

300
Should I compare, contrast or do both?

Anything

300

Do I need to use literary theories in my essay?

It is upto you. This is not compulsory but to get a good score it is advisable.

300

Can I practice paper 2 answers and get them marked by my teacher?

Yes!

300

What will paper 2 questions be like?

Paper 2 questions will be based on the central concepts of the course even though they might not make direct reference to them.

300

Is the learner's portfolio helpful in the preparation for Paper 2?

Yes.

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