You can download the PDF file at the beginning of this description. ### Key Points from the Mark Scheme: 1. General Marking Principles - Marks are awarded based on relevance, quality of argument, and language accuracy. - Positive marking: No marks are deducted for errors or omissions. - Full range of marks should be used based on response quality. 2. Assessment Objectives: - AO1: Selection and application of information. - AO2: Analysis and evaluation. - AO3: Communication using written English. 3. Levels of Response: - Level 5 (25-30 marks): Strong argument, wide vocabulary, clear structure. - Level 4 (19-24 marks): Well-reasoned argument with appropriate examples. - Level 3 (13-18 marks): Logical argument, some errors in communication. - Level 2 (7-12 marks): Limited analysis, errors affecting clarity. - Level 1 (1-6 marks): Weak argument, poor organization. 4. Key Essay Topics & Expectations: - Safety in Sporting Events: Discuss risks, measures, and their effectiveness. - Celebrities & Charity: Moral vs. voluntary obligations of the wealthy. - Written Constitutions & Rights: How effective are constitutions in protecting freedoms? - War as a Last Resort: When is war justifiable, and what are the alternatives? - Tourism: Costs vs. Benefits: Economic boost vs. environmental/cultural harm. - Artificial Intelligence: Potential benefits and ethical risks. - Mathematics in Education: Its necessity vs. overemphasis in curricula. - Impact of Reading on Society: How books influence knowledge and culture. - Arts & Commercialization: Should art be profit-driven? - Technology & Music Industry: Positive innovations vs. negative effects like piracy. Would you like a specific summary or breakdown of any of these points?