2020 Answers Writing
2020 Answers Writing
2020 Answers Writing
Published
Students did not sit exam papers in the June 2020 series due to the Covid-19 global pandemic.
This mark scheme is published to support teachers and students and should be read together with the
question paper. It shows the requirements of the exam. The answer column of the mark scheme shows the
proposed basis on which Examiners would award marks for this exam. Where appropriate, this column also
provides the most likely acceptable alternative responses expected from students. Examiners usually review
the mark scheme after they have seen student responses and update the mark scheme if appropriate. In the
June series, Examiners were unable to consider the acceptability of alternative responses, as there were no
student responses to consider.
Mark schemes should usually be read together with the Principal Examiner Report for Teachers. However,
because students did not sit exam papers, there is no Principal Examiner Report for Teachers for the June
2020 series.
Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.
Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the June 2020 series for most Cambridge
IGCSE™ and Cambridge International A & AS Level components, and some Cambridge O Level
components.
These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers.
They should be applied alongside the specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors
for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these marking principles.
• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.
Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).
• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit
is given for valid answers which go beyond the scope of the syllabus and mark scheme,
referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these
features are specifically assessed by the question as indicated by the mark scheme. The
meaning, however, should be unambiguous.
Rules must be applied consistently e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed
instructions or in the application of generic level descriptors.
Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question
(however; the use of the full mark range may be limited according to the quality of the candidate
responses seen).
Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should
not be awarded with grade thresholds or grade descriptors in mind.
Candidates will be awarded marks in two categories for each of the two compositions they write:
• the first mark is out of 12 for Style and Accuracy: see Table A
• the second mark is out of 13 for Content and Structure: see Table B1, B2 or B3 (depending on
the type of composition: Argumentative/Discursive, Descriptive or Narrative).
Band 4 7–8 Mostly fluent with occasional minor lapses in clarity. The candidate:
• uses sentence structures correctly, including some complex ones
• uses appropriate and accurate vocabulary which is occasionally chosen to
communicate precise meaning
• is not always consistent in their use of register and tone although this does
not detract from the message
• uses simple grammatical forms correctly. Sentence separation is mostly
correct. Occasional spelling mistakes – but no error of any sort impedes
communication.
Band 2 3–4 Much of the response is difficult to read although there may be occasional
clear sections. The candidate:
• uses simple sentence structures, sometimes inaccurately. Complex
sentences are not attempted, or if they are, they are repetitively joined by
‘and’, ‘but’ and ‘so’, with other conjunctions being used ineffectively, if at all
• uses basic vocabulary, sometimes inaccurately
• uses an inappropriate register and tone in most of the response
• makes frequent errors of spelling, punctuation and grammar which prevent
understanding to some extent, but the overall meaning is not in doubt.
Band 1 1–2 The response is difficult to read and understand. The candidate:
• uses poorly constructed sentences
• uses basic vocabulary, often inaccurately
• shows no awareness of appropriate register and tone
• makes persistent errors of spelling, punctuation and grammar which make
much of the response difficult to understand.
Band 6 11–13 • The argument is well expressed, sometimes complex and consistently
persuasive, and supported by a wide range of relevant facts, ideas and
opinions.
• Every stage of the argument is developed and linked in a logical way.
Sentences within paragraphs are well-sequenced.
Band 5 9–10 • The argument is clearly presented and almost always persuasive,
supported by relevant facts, ideas and opinions.
• Nearly all stages of the argument are developed and linked in a logical
way. Paragraphs are mostly well sequenced, although some may finish
less strongly than they begin.
Band 4 7–8 • The argument is coherent and supported by facts, ideas or opinions,
developed in a straightforward manner.
• Stages of the argument are generally linked together in a logical way. The
sequence of the sentences within paragraphs is satisfactory, although
opportunities to link ideas may not be taken.
Band 2 3–4 • The argument is often unclear. A few supporting facts, ideas or opinions
are given, but these are not developed.
• There is a lack of overall sequencing. Paragraphs, if used, are not clearly
linked together.
Band 1 1–2 • The argument is difficult to follow and there is little attempt to develop
supporting facts, ideas or opinions.
• The sequence of sentences is poor.
Band 5 9–10 • The response presents a variety of interesting ideas and images, with a
range of details. A sense of atmosphere is created.
• The structure is clear, and largely consistent. There may be occasional
repetition or missed details. Sentences are well sequenced and the
description is effective.
Band 4 7–8 • The response presents effective ideas and images that are relevant to the
topic and which satisfactorily address the task. An attempt is made to
create atmosphere and to provide some details.
• The response contains a series of points. Some of the ideas are
developed successfully, though straightforwardly. The ideas may not be
combined to make an overall picture. Some sentences are well
sequenced.
Band 3 5–6 • The response presents some relevant details, ideas or images,
occasionally developed in a straightforward way. A limited feeling of
atmosphere is created. The response may be more narrative (focused on
events) than descriptive.
• There is some overall structure but the writing may lack direction and
intent. There may be interruptions in the sequence of sentences and/or
some lack of clarity.
Band 2 3–4 • The response shows an attempt to present some relevant details, ideas or
images. Where there is any development, this is very simple.
• There is limited attention to sequencing and structure and/or lack of
progression.
Band 1 1–2 • The response presents a few relevant descriptive details, ideas or images
but these are undeveloped.
• A few sentences may be sequenced but overall the order of ideas is
confused and there may be significant repetition.
Band 6 11–13 • The narrative consistently engages the reader and uses a wide range of
imaginative ideas, images and narrative devices successfully.
• The different sections of the story are carefully balanced and the climax is
carefully managed. Sentence sequences are sometimes arranged to
produce effects such as the building up of tension or providing a sudden
turn of events.
Band 5 9–10 • The narrative is almost always engaging to the reader and uses some
features that are of interest to a reader, although not consistently so. There
is some use of detail and some build-up of character or setting.
• The story is orderly and the beginning and ending (where required) are
satisfactorily managed. The reader is aware of the climax even if it is not
managed completely effectively. The sequencing of sentences provides
clarity and engages the reader in events or atmosphere.
Band 3 5–6 • The narrative is relevant but only has occasional details of character and
setting. Narrative devices are probably not used.
• The overall structure is sound although there are examples where a
particular section is too long or too short. A climax is identified but is not
effectively described or led up to. Sentence sequences narrate events and
occasionally contain intrusive facts or misleading ideas.
Band 2 3–4 • The narrative is simple and generally unengaging, making limited use of
ideas or images.
• While some events in the story are narrated in a logical sequence, many
are unconnected and without a conclusion. Sentence sequences are only
used to link a simple series of events. Unequal or inappropriate importance
may be given to sections of the story.
ช่ วงคะแนน 11–13 • แสดงประเด็นที่อภิปรายอย่างชัดเจน บางครัง้ ซับซ้ อนและโน้ มน้ าวตลอดงานเขียน โดยใช้ ข้อเท็จจริ ง
ที่ 6 แนวคิดและความคิดเห็นที่ตรงประเด็นและหลากหลายมาสนับสนุนประเด็นทีอ่ ภิปราย
• ทุกขันตอนของประเด็
้ นทีอ่ ภิปรายมีการพัฒนาและเชื่อมโยงอย่างมีเหตุมีผล จัดลําดับประโยคต่างๆ
ในย่อหน้ าได้ ดี
ช่ วงคะแนน 5–6 • ประเด็นที่อภิปรายพอเข้ าใจได้ แต่บางครัง้ อาจซํ ้าไปซํ ้ามา ใช้ ข้อเท็จจริ ง
ที่ 3 แนวคิดหรื อความคิดเห็นเพื่อสนับสนุนประเด็นทีอ่ ภิปรายอย่างตรงไปตรงมาเป็ นบางครัง้
• บางขันตอนของประเด็
้ นที่อภิปรายเชื่อมโยงอย่างมีเหตุมีผล งานเขียนอาจไม่สมดุล
โดยอาจเริ่ มต้ นได้ ดีกว่าตอนจบ หรื อในทางกลับกัน
0 ให้ คะแนนศูนย์หากงานเขียนไม่ตรงประเด็น
ตาราง ข2 – งานเขียนเชิงพรรณนา
0 ให้ คะแนนศูนย์หากงานเขียนไม่ตรงประเด็น
ตาราง ข3 – เรื่องแต่ ง
ช่ วงคะแนน 3–4 • เรื่ องที่แต่งมีเนื ้อหาง่ายๆ และมักไม่ดงึ ดูดความสนใจ แนวคิดหรื อจินตภาพที่ใช้ อยูใ่ นวงจํากัด
ที่ 2 • แม้ การเล่าบางเหตุการณ์ในเรื่ องจะมีลําดับเป็ นเหตุเป็ นผล
แต่สว่ นใหญ่มกั ไม่มีความเชื่อมโยงกันและไม่มีบทสรุป
การจัดลําดับประโยคทําได้ เพียงแค่เชื่อมเหตุการณ์พื ้นๆ เข้ าด้ วยกัน
อาจให้ ความสําคัญกับบางส่วนของเรื่ องอย่างไม่สมดุลหรื อไม่เหมาะสม