Exemplars

English A (Lit) HL Essay - HL

May 2021
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Examiner's summary

Criterion A [5/5]:

The student demonstrates a thorough understanding of the literal meaning of the text, focusing on Willy and Biff Loman's desire for success. Additionally, the student interprets the indirect meaning of the play, emphasizing the idea of perpetual dissatisfaction. The thesis statement is focused on the characterization of Willy and Biff and their perpetual dissatisfaction, which is explored and supported throughout the body paragraphs. The interpretation delves into larger implications and subtleties of the text, particularly focusing on the 1940s postwar American culture. The analysis, interpretation, and conclusions directly address the thesis statement, providing a plausible exploration. Furthermore, the student selects well-chosen and appropriate references from "Death of a Salesman" to support their arguments concerning rural and urban lifestyles.

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Criterion B [5/5]:

The student demonstrates a strong ability to identify and list several textual features and authorial choices from the work in the essay, such as the use of symbolism. Additionally, the student provides highly convincing interpretations of these features, including discussions on contrasts between characters and the exploration of key themes. Furthermore, the analysis is effectively linked to the chosen topic and thesis statement, as the student closely examines concepts related to perpetual dissatisfaction, allowing for a strong connection to the thesis. Finally, the student effectively evaluates how the textual features and authorial choices convey the chosen topic, demonstrating a clear focus on the audience and thematic representation.

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Criterion C [0/0]:

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Criterion D [0/0]:

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Other requirements [0/0]:

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