Paper 1 sample responses (May 2023)
The attached two responses are HL essays written for the May 2033 (TZ2) paper. One is relatively strong, the other significantly weaker. Students might benefit from comparing the two, considering each against the criteria and then reflecting on lessons that could be applied to their own writing.
2023 Sample response 1 - HL
Although not without some minor flaws, this is a strong response to both passages in the May 2023 Paper. The student has responded thoughtfully and capably to some key aspects of both content and style,...
2023 Sample response 2 - HL
This sample response is a good one to show students in the sense that there are (hopefully) quite obvious flaws for them to identify. There are many qualities in both essays, but a lack of detailed support...