You can download the PDF file for reference. 1. German Language Exam Structure: A Level German 9717/03, Paper 3 Essay, May/June 2024, total marks 40, requiring one essay response. 2. Essay Requirements: - Candidates must write one essay in German between 250 and 400 words. - No dictionaries are allowed. - The essay is marked out of 40, with 16 marks for content and 24 marks for language quality. 3. Essay Topics: - Urban vs. Rural Life: Balancing the necessity of cities with the importance of nature. - Food and Health: The impact of diet on health and why nutrition is widely discussed today. - Sports and Society: The significance of physical activity for older people and its societal benefits. - Cultural Heritage: The relevance of history and its importance in the present. - War and Peace: The role of international cooperation in preventing conflicts. 4. Critical Thinking and Argumentation: - Candidates must present structured arguments and support their views with reasoning and examples. - The response should engage directly with the question, not just discuss the general topic. 5. Language Skills Emphasis: - Strong grammar, vocabulary, and fluency are necessary. - The essay should be coherent, well-structured, and logically developed. 6. Evaluation Criteria: - Content (16 marks): Relevance, depth of analysis, and coherence of argumentation. - Language (24 marks): Accuracy, variety of vocabulary and structures, and overall fluency.