Cambridge IGCSE Global Perspectives 0457 — 2020 Feb/March Paper 1 · Variant 2

0457/12/F/M/20 · 70 marks · ≈79 min

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Cambridge IGCSE™ This document has 12 pages. Blank pages are indicated. DC (SC) 180637/2 © UCLES 2020 [Turn over GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES 0457/12 Paper 1 Written Examination February/March 2020 1 hour 15 minutes You must answer on the question paper. You will need: Insert (enclosed) INSTRUCTIONS ● Answer all questions. ● Use a black or dark blue pen. ● Write your name, centre number and candidate number in the boxes at the top of the page. ● Write your answer to each question in the space provided. ● Do not use an erasable pen or correction fluid. ● Do not write on any bar codes. INFORMATION ● The total mark for this paper is 70. ● The number of marks for each question or part question is shown in brackets [ ]. ● The insert contains all the sources referred to in the questions. * 0 7 3 8 6 4 6 7 3 7 *

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2 0457/12/F/M/20 © UCLES 2020 Read the information in the insert and answer all questions. 1 Study Sources 1 to 3. (a) Identify the trend in government spending on education worldwide shown in Source 1. … … [1] (b) Identify two global issues in education, from Source 2. … … … … [2] (c) Which global issue in education do you think is the most important? Explain why. … … … … … … [3]

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3 0457/12/F/M/20 © UCLES 2020 [Turn over (d) Explain one local and one national consequence of increasing government spending on education. Local consequence … … … … … … National consequence … … … … … … [6]

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4 0457/12/F/M/20 © UCLES 2020 2 Study Source 3. (a) ‘More money should be spent by governments on local schools and teachers.’ What are the strengths and weaknesses of the argument supporting this claim? … … … … … … … … [6]

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5 0457/12/F/M/20 © UCLES 2020 [Turn over (b) ‘Better qualifications help students to get jobs with higher pay.’ How could you test this claim? You may consider the types of information, sources of evidence or methods you might use. … … … … … … … … … … … … [8]

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6 0457/12/F/M/20 © UCLES 2020 3 Study Source 4. (a) Identify one prediction from Source 4. … … [1] (b) Identify one fact from Source 4. … … [1] (c) Explain why Juan’s statement might be biased. … … … … … … [3]

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7 0457/12/F/M/20 © UCLES 2020 [Turn over (d) Which argument is more convincing, Maria’s or Juan’s? Your answer should consider both arguments and you should support your point of view with their words. You should also consider: • the strength of their reasoning and evidence • their use of language • the different types of information used. … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … [15]

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8 0457/12/F/M/20 © UCLES 2020 4 Your government wants to improve education for local people. The following actions are being considered: • reducing class sizes by employing more teachers • buying a computer for every child to use at home • teaching skills such as research and teamwork. Which one of these actions would you recommend to the government, and why? In your answer you should: • state your recommendation • give reasons and evidence to support your choice • use the material in the sources and/or any of your own ideas • consider different arguments and perspectives. … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … …

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12 0457/12/F/M/20 © UCLES 2020 Permission to reproduce items where third-party owned material protected by copyright is included has been sought and cleared where possible. Every reasonable effort has been made by the publisher (UCLES) to trace copyright holders, but if any items requiring clearance have unwittingly been included, the publisher will be pleased to make amends at the earliest possible opportunity. To avoid the issue of disclosure of answer-related information to candidates, all copyright acknowledgements are reproduced online in the Cambridge Assessment International Education Copyright Acknowledgements Booklet. This is produced for each series of examinations and is freely available to download at www.cambridgeinternational.org after the live examination series. Cambridge Assessment International Education is part of the Cambridge Assessment Group. Cambridge Assessment is the brand name of the University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES), which itself is a department of the University of Cambridge. BLANK PAGE

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This document consists of 18 printed pages. © UCLES 2020 [Turn over Cambridge IGCSE™ GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES 0457/12 Paper 1 Written Examination March 2020 MARK SCHEME Maximum Mark: 70 Published This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have considered the acceptability of alternative answers. Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for Teachers. Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes. Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the March 2020 series for most Cambridge IGCSE™, Cambridge International A and AS Level components and some Cambridge O Level components.

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0457/12 Cambridge IGCSE – Mark Scheme PUBLISHED March 2020 © UCLES 2020 Page 2 of 18 Generic Marking Principles 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. GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1: Marks must be awarded in line with: • 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. GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2: Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions). GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3: Marks must be awarded positively: • 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. GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4: Rules must be applied consistently e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level descriptors. GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5: 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). GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6: 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.

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0457/12 Cambridge IGCSE – Mark Scheme PUBLISHED March 2020 © UCLES 2020 Page 3 of 18 Introduction Most questions are marked holistically using levels of response mark schemes. The marks awarded for an answer are usually based on a judgement of the overall quality of the response, rather than on awarding marks for specific points and accumulating a total mark by adding points. Inevitably, the mark scheme cannot cover all responses that candidates may make for all of the questions. In some cases candidates may make very strong responses which the mark scheme has not predicted. These answers should nevertheless be credited according to their quality. Levels of response For answers marked by levels of response, the following is intended to describe the quality of the response required (level of skill that should be demonstrated) for the award of marks at different points in the mark range for the question. In the levels of response mark scheme positive achievement is being rewarded. For answers marked by levels of response: a. Marking grids describe the top of each level. b. To determine the level – start at the highest level and work down until you reach the level that matches the answer. c. To determine the mark within the level, consider the following: Descriptor Award mark Consistently meets the criteria for this level At top of level Meets the criteria but with some slight inconsistency Above middle and either below top of level or at middle of level (depending on number of marks available) Just enough achievement on balance for this level Above bottom and either below middle of level or at middle of level (depending on number of marks available) On the borderline of this level and the one below At bottom of level Mark scheme All of the questions are based on sources which are available to candidates as an Insert to the examination paper. It is therefore very important to study this material prior to marking to become familiar with the context of the questions.

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0457/12 Cambridge IGCSE – Mark Scheme PUBLISHED March 2020 © UCLES 2020 Page 4 of 18 Annotations Scripts must be annotated to show how and where marks have been awarded. All responses must be annotated. For scripts marked on RM Assessor, a selection of the following on-screen annotations are available. Annotation Meaning Correct, creditworthy point Eval Evaluation Development Benefit of doubt given Incorrect point Unclear/confused point JU Judgement Omission mark, more required I Interpretation Vertical wavy line Irrelevant Highlighter REP Repetition Comment Box The number of ticks used does not need to tally with the mark achieved. The mark scheme indicates the most likely annotation to be used with each question.

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0457/12 Cambridge IGCSE – Mark Scheme PUBLISHED March 2020 © UCLES 2020 Page 5 of 18 Question Answer Marks 1(a) Main Annotations Candidates should identify the following from Source 1: • Increasing/going up/rising 1 mark should be awarded for the correct answer. Further guidance – the only acceptable answer is listed above. However, candidates may use their own words. 1 1(b) Main Annotations Candidates may identify the following issues from sources 1 and 2: • Increasing government spending on education. • Employing more teachers. • Reducing class sizes. • Giving access to education for all girls and women. • Providing skills for work and life. • Encouraging continuous learning throughout life. • Achieving adult literacy for all. • Secondary education for all. Further guidance –the only acceptable answers are listed above. However, candidates may use their own words. 2

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0457/12 Cambridge IGCSE – Mark Scheme PUBLISHED March 2020 © UCLES 2020 Page 6 of 18 Question Answer Marks 1(c) Main Annotations Indicative content Candidates may identify one of the following issues: • Increasing government spending on education. • Employing more teachers. • Reducing class sizes. • Giving access to education for all girls and women. • Providing skills for work and life. • Encouraging continuous learning throughout life. • Achieving adult literacy for all. • Secondary education for all. Candidates may give the following explanations, any of which could be used, to justify their choice: • Has greatest impact. • Affects most people. • Ethically or morally most unacceptable. • The most difficult to solve. • Has multiple consequences. • Creates spiral of decline/vicious circle. • Other reasonable response. Further guidance – candidates are most likely to discuss issues from the source as listed above. However, the assessment is focused mainly upon their reasoning / justification and therefore additional issues should be credited. The following levels of response should be used to award marks. Level 3 (3 marks) Good response Clearly reasoned, credible explanation explicitly linked to an issue. This may contain two clear reasons, or one fully explained. Level 2 (2 marks) Reasonable response Some explanation usually with one or two reasons. The link between the explanation and an issue may be implicit or unclear at times. Level 1 (1 mark) Limited response An issue is identified but with limited or no explanation. The issue is asserted, or the explanation is not clear and/or credible. Level 0 (0 marks) No relevant response or creditworthy material. 3

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0457/12 Cambridge IGCSE – Mark Scheme PUBLISHED March 2020 © UCLES 2020 Page 7 of 18 Question Answer Marks 1(d) Main Annotations Indicative content Candidates are likely to identify the following local consequences: • Reduced class sizes. • Better skilled local workforce. • More interesting lessons in schools. • More individual attention for students. • Better examination results/qualifications in the local area. • Other reasonable response. Candidates are likely to identify the following national consequences: • Benefits the overall wealth of a country. • Encourages economic growth. • More status given to education nationally. • Improved national educational outcomes. • Lower unemployment in the country. • Other reasonable response. 3 marks are available for the explanation of each consequence. A total of 6 marks (3 marks + 3 marks) are therefore available for the question. The following levels of response should be used to award marks for each part of the question: Level 3 (3 marks) Good response A clear and full explanation of the consequence explicitly related to the context – local or national. Level 2 (2 marks) Reasonable response A basic or partial explanation of the consequence partly related to the context – local or national. Level 1 (1 mark) Limited response An identification of a consequence with limited or no explanation related to the context – local or national. Level 0 (0 marks) No relevant response or creditworthy material. 6

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0457/12 Cambridge IGCSE – Mark Scheme PUBLISHED March 2020 © UCLES 2020 Page 8 of 18 Question Answer Marks 2(a) Main Annotations Indicative content Candidates are likely to discuss the following evaluative points relating to Source 3: Strengths: • Uses many examples. • Some facts/statistics e.g. Class sizes. • Strong tone of language – passionate. • Clear argument and easy to follow. • Uses a research source as evidence. • Counterarguments used. • Strong knowledge claims/ability to see as a teacher. • References UN. • Other reasonable response. Weaknesses: • Few facts and statistics to back up claim. • Source not referenced. • Potential newspaper bias. • Author unknown – difficult to verify knowledge claims, though has some as a teacher. • Emotive tone of language. • Potential bias as a teacher. • Potential vested interest as a teacher. • Other reasonable response. The following levels of response should be used to award marks: Level 3 (5–6 marks) Good response Clearly explained, credible and structured evaluation; two (or more) developed points clearly linked to the claim, with some other undeveloped points; or a wide range (four or more) of undeveloped but clearly evaluative points may be sufficient to reach this level. Evaluation is clearly focused on the reasons and/or evidence, its strengths and/or weaknesses and the way it is used to support the claim. Level 2 (3–4 marks) Reasonable response Some evaluation, partially explained, of the reasons and/or evidence, its strengths and/or weaknesses, and the way it is used to support the claim. The response may contain one (or more) developed point(s), with some other undeveloped points. Some (three or more) undeveloped points may be sufficient to reach this level. Some evaluative points may be unexplained and descriptive, possibly asserted. 6

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0457/12 Cambridge IGCSE – Mark Scheme PUBLISHED March 2020 © UCLES 2020 Page 9 of 18 Question Answer Marks 2(a) Level 1 (1–2 marks) Limited response Limited evaluation which is often unsupported and asserted. The response is clear in part but is incomplete and generalised. It contains one undeveloped point only. Answers at this level may repeat source material with little understanding or simply describe features of the statement without evaluation/explanation. Level 0 (0 marks) No relevant response or creditworthy material.

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0457/12 Cambridge IGCSE – Mark Scheme PUBLISHED March 2020 © UCLES 2020 Page 10 of 18 Question Answer Marks 2(b) Main Annotations Indicative content Candidates are likely to discuss the following ways to test the claim stated in Source 3. Possible types of information: • Compare statistics/information on qualifications and pay. • Data from government or pressure groups. • Research reports. • Expert testimony. • Individual testimony or personal experience. • Material from relevant organisations. • Other relevant response. Possible sources of information: • National and local governments and their departments. • International organisations, e.g. United nations; ILO. • Experts in employment and education. • Research reports. • Pressure groups, charities and NGOs. • Media and the internet. • Other relevant response. Possible methods: • Review of secondary sources/literature/research/documents. • Interview relevant experts, teachers, employers. • Internet search. • Questionnaires. • Surveys. • Other relevant response. The following levels of response should be used to award marks. Level 4 (7–8 marks) Very good response Clearly reasoned, credible and structured explanation of a wide range of ways to research the claim. The response contains two (or more) developed points, and some undeveloped points. The response is clearly and explicitly related to researching the claim. Level 3 (5–6 marks) Good response Reasoned and mainly credible explanation of a range of ways to research the claim. The response contains one (or more) developed points, and some undeveloped points. The response is related to researching the claim. 8

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0457/12 Cambridge IGCSE – Mark Scheme PUBLISHED March 2020 © UCLES 2020 Page 11 of 18 Question Answer Marks 2(b) Level 2 (3–4 marks) Reasonable response Some description with little explanation of some ways to research the claim. The response mainly contains several undeveloped points. The response may lack some clarity. The response is implicitly related to researching the claim. Responses which simply list a range of sources, types of information and methods should be awarded at this level. Level 1 (1–2 marks) Limited response Limited description of ways to research the claim. The response contains one or two simple, undeveloped and asserted points without explanation. There is little relevance in the response to researching the claim or the methods, sources and types of information are generally not appropriate for the claim being tested. Level 0 (0 marks) No relevant response or creditworthy material. Further Guidance - responses that do not link explicitly to the issue/context are unable to score higher than Level 2. Question Answer Marks 3(a) Main Annotations BOD Candidates may identify one of the following from Source 4. • High status knowledge leads to good jobs. • High status knowledge leads to a secure future. • Schools will change completely in the future. 1 mark should be awarded for identifying of one of the above predictions. Further guidance – the only acceptable answers are listed above. However, candidates may use their own words. 1

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0457/12 Cambridge IGCSE – Mark Scheme PUBLISHED March 2020 © UCLES 2020 Page 12 of 18 Question Answer Marks 3(b) Main Annotations BOD Candidates may identify one of the following from Source 4. • Knowledge is available ‘at the touch of a button’. • Employers now want new recruits to have team working, social and communication skills. • My father, a school principal, thinks that schools will change. • Juan works for a company developing computer software. • New technology helps schools to teach (more useful skills for the future). 1 mark should be awarded for identifying one of the above facts. Further guidance – the only acceptable answers are listed above. However, candidates may use their own words. 1

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0457/12 Cambridge IGCSE – Mark Scheme PUBLISHED March 2020 © UCLES 2020 Page 13 of 18 Question Answer Marks 3(c) Main Annotations BOD Indicative Content Bias is a tendency or prejudice towards something; an attitude that favours something or shows a strong liking; an unbalanced approach not prepared to consider counterarguments or other points of view. Candidates are likely to identify the following reasons from aspects of Juan’s background/experience that suggest possible bias: • Juan works for a company developing computer software for schools; this may influence his views about technology and schools. • Juan’s father is a school principal, which may influence his views about education. Candidates are likely to identify the following reasons from aspects of the statement that suggest possible bias: • Lack of balance/focus only on the positive impact of technology. • Exaggeration – ‘information does not need to be remembered anymore’. • Lack of evidence to support most of the argument. The following levels of response should be used to award marks: Level 3 (3 marks) Good response A clear explanation of why the statement may be biased supported with evidence from the statement. Identification of two reasons. Level 2 (2 marks) Reasonable response A basic or partial understanding/explanation of why the statement may be biased with some reference to the statement. Identification of one reason. Level 1 (1 mark) Limited response An identification of a reason to suggest bias but without explanation – simply asserted. Level 0 (0 marks) No relevant response or creditworthy material. 3

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0457/12 Cambridge IGCSE – Mark Scheme PUBLISHED March 2020 © UCLES 2020 Page 14 of 18 Question Answer Marks 3(d) Main Annotations J Indicative content Candidates are expected to evaluate the arguments presented in Source 4 and compare their effectiveness. They should make a supported judgement with some explanation about which person has the most convincing argument. Candidates may support their judgement by considering: Strength of reasoning: • logic • structure • balance • claims Authority and expertise • ability to know Use of language: • tone – emotive, exaggerated, precise, measured • clarity Evidence: • range of information and depth • relevance • sufficiency – sample • source – media; internet • date – how recent • different types of information – fact, opinion, value, anecdote • testimony – from experience and expert Sources of bias or vested interest: • local interest • personal interest • political • economic • personal values • experience Likely consequences or implications of the ideas presented Acceptability of their values to others • how likely other people are to agree with their perspective/view • the extent to which the views expressed are supported by the candidate The following levels of response should be used to award marks. 15

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0457/12 Cambridge IGCSE – Mark Scheme PUBLISHED March 2020 © UCLES 2020 Page 15 of 18 Question Answer Marks 3(d) Level 5 (13–15 marks) Very good response Clear, credible, structured and well supported points about which argument is more convincing. Coherent, structured evaluation of both arguments with clear comparison. The response contains three (or more) developed and explained evaluative points, and include some undeveloped points. A clear judgement is reached. Level 4 (10–12 marks) Good response Clear, credible and supported points about which argument is more convincing. Evaluation of both arguments, with some comparison. The response contains two (or more) developed evaluative points and may include some undeveloped points. A wide range (four or more) of undeveloped but clearly appropriate points may be sufficient to enter this band at the lower level. A judgment is reached. Level 3 (7–9 marks) Reasonable response Reasonable points about which argument is more convincing with a little support from the statements. Some evaluation of both arguments, with an attempt at comparison, or evaluation of only one argument. Evaluative points are partially supported or asserted. One (or more) developed evaluative points, possibly with some undeveloped points; three (or more) undeveloped points may be sufficient to enter this band at the lower level. An attempt is made to give an overall judgement. Level 2 (4–6) Basic response Basic points with little explanation about which argument is more convincing. There may be only one argument considered in any detail, with little attempt at comparison. Evaluative points may be implied and asserted, or simply describe aspects of the statements. The response contains two (or more) undeveloped points. A basic judgement may be reached. Level 1 (1–3 marks) Limited response Limited and unsupported points about which argument is more convincing. The response considers the arguments briefly and/or tangentially. There is little clarity. Answers at this level may repeat or describe source material with little understanding or simply agree/disagree with the arguments presented. The response may not contain any clear evaluative points.

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0457/12 Cambridge IGCSE – Mark Scheme PUBLISHED March 2020 © UCLES 2020 Page 16 of 18 Question Answer Marks 3(d) Level 0 (0 marks) No relevant response or creditworthy material. Further Guidance – responses that consider only one statement/argument may achieve Level 3 but no higher.

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0457/12 Cambridge IGCSE – Mark Scheme PUBLISHED March 2020 © UCLES 2020 Page 17 of 18 Question Answer Marks 4 Main Annotations J Indicative content Candidates are expected to make a judgement about the recommended course of action, i.e. the best way to improve education for local people, using reasons and evidence to justify their choice. Candidates may use and develop the material found in Sources 1 to 4, but should go beyond simply repeating or recycling without adaptation. Other material may be introduced but is not necessary to gain full marks. Candidates may consider some of the following: • Reference to scale of impact on education. • Reference to different consequences and implications for individuals/ groups. • How long it might take to make a difference. • Barriers to change. • The power of collective action, e.g. cooperation over educational issues. • The influence of individuals and groups on decision making. • The role of vested interests and power differences. • Potential conflicts of interest. • Difficulties in planning and coordinating improvements. • Cost and access to resources to implement change. • Other reasonable response. The following levels of response should be used to award marks. Level 5 (20–24 marks) Very good response Clear, well supported, credible and structured reasoning about the recommended course of action. Different arguments and perspectives are clearly considered. The response contains a wide range of clearly reasoned points and/or evidence to support the views expressed, with four (or more) developed points, and some undeveloped points. The response is well structured and a clear judgement is reached. Level 4 (15–19 marks) Good response Clear, supported and credible reasoning about the recommended course of action. Different arguments and perspectives are considered. The response contains a range of reasoned points and/or evidence to support the views expressed, with three (or more) developed points, and some undeveloped points. The response is generally structured and a judgement is reached. 24

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0457/12 Cambridge IGCSE – Mark Scheme PUBLISHED March 2020 © UCLES 2020 Page 18 of 18 Question Answer Marks 4 Level 3 (10–14 marks) Reasonable response Some supported, mainly credible reasoning about the recommended course of action. Different arguments and perspectives are included. The response contains some points and/or evidence to support the views expressed, with two (or more) developed points, and some undeveloped points. The response is partly structured but at times difficult to follow and an attempt is made to give an overall judgement. Level 2 (5–9 marks) Basic response Basic reasoning, partly credible, about the recommended course of action. Different arguments are included; perspectives, if present, are unclear. The response relies on assertion rather than evidence but contains one (or more) developed point(s) and/or some undeveloped points. The response lacks structure and is difficult to follow though a basic judgement may be attempted. Level 1 (1–4 marks) Limited response Limited and unsupported reasoning about the topic in general. Different arguments may be included. Mainly asserted and/or without credibility. Level 0 (0 marks) No relevant response or creditworthy material.

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Cambridge’s own grade thresholds for 2020 Feb/March, Paper 1 · Variant 2. A higher threshold means an easier paper — the bar moves with how the cohort did.

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