Criterion A: Identification of issue and justification
3 marks- The issue is explicitly philosophical.
- The stimulus connection is specific.
- The connection is justified, not assumed.
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Criterion B: Clarity
4 marks- The response has a visible line of argument.
- Key claims and transitions are clear.
- Organization keeps attention on the task.
Criterion C: Knowledge and understanding
4 marks- Concepts and positions are represented accurately.
- The philosophical issue is explained in detail.
- Philosophical vocabulary is used appropriately throughout.
Criterion D: Analysis
8 marks- Analysis goes beyond description.
- Examples are well chosen and support the argument.
- Counter-arguments are identified and analysed.
Criterion E: Evaluation
6 marks- Alternative interpretations are evaluated.
- Main points are justified.
- The conclusion matches a consistently held position.
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