You can download the PDF file for reference. 1. German Language Exam Structure: A Level German 9717/03, Paper 3 Essay, May/June 2023, 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: - Family: The romantic idea of sharing everything with another person—should one definitely get married? - Law and Order: Should minor offenders do community service instead of going to prison? - Travel and Tourism: The debate on whether tourists should fully embrace foreign cultures or expect familiarity abroad. - Technological Innovations: Should governments provide financial incentives to encourage the purchase of electric cars? - Environmental Pollution: The influence of industry on politicians regarding environmental issues—should this change for long-term sustainability? 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.