Mark Band 0-3

There is very little or no relevant knowledge and no real understanding of the question. The candidate�s answer is nor more than a collection of isolated �facts� or generalizations bearing little relation to each other or the question.  There is no evidence of appropriate skills.

Mark Band 4-5

The knowledge shown is very limited, mostly inaccurate and of marginal relevance to the question.  The question is not addressed effectively and there is very little evidence of appropriate skills

Mark Band 6-7

There is a limited degree of accurate and relevant knowledge.  The question is only partially addressed and there is a limited demonstration of appropriate skills.

Mark Band 8-10

The answer is mainly descriptive or in narrative form and has some explicit or implicit relevance, or is made relevant by its conclusion.  Alternatively, there is a coherent argument based on barely sufficient material.

Mark Band 11-13

The knowledge shown is generally accurate, relevant and adequate to support a sound answer.  The candidate�s analysis is not fully supported.

Mark Band 14-16

The question is effectively and relevantly addressed and the answer is supported by accurate knowledge.  The answer demonstrates a consistent level of analytical ability, although all aspects of the issues have not necessarily been addressed.

Mark Band 17-18

The specific question is answered in a direct and focused manner.  There is likely to be evidence of wide reading and there may be an appreciation of historiographical issues.  Arguments and concepts will be highly developed.

Mark Band 19-20

In additions to the qualities described in Mark Band 17-18 the candidate�s answer will demonstrated at least one of the following, a highly developed awareness of historiographical issues, a high level of conceptual ability, an successful challenge to the assumptions implied in the question.