AICE English General Paper Exam Overview
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Paper 1 consists of __ essay prompts.

10

Paper 1's essay prompts will be either:

  • Argumentative (correct)
  • Discursive (correct)
  • Narrative
  • Descriptive

    • Will any source material be provided for Paper 1?

    False

    An argument prompt can be _______ but discursive _______.

    <p>opinionated, cannot</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much time is provided to write your essay in Paper 1?

    <p>An hour and 15 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Paper 1 is out of how many marks?

    <p>30</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much does Paper 1's essay count towards your overall score?

    <p>50%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is Paper 1's date?

    <p>April 25th, 2023</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What time is Paper 1 scheduled?

    <p>8:30 am</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Paper 2 is a _______.

    <p>fill in the blank and short answers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Paper 2 test?

    <p>Reading comprehension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much time is provided for the Paper 2 exam?

    <p>1 hour and 45 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many points is Paper 2 marked out of?

    <p>50</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much % does Paper 2 count for?

    <p>50%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is the date of Paper 2?

    <p>May 2nd, 2023</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What time is the Paper 2 exam?

    <p>8:30 am</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What ability does Paper 2 test?

    <p>Reading comprehension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What level are we taking?

    <p>AS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    AICE Global Perspective exam components include:

    <p>Team project</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many questions are on Paper 1?

    <p>3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What will the questions ask you in Paper 1?

    <p>Identify, evaluate, and compare evidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The questions are even weighted.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many sources does the written exam provide?

    <p>2 source documents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much time is provided to complete the written exam?

    <p>1 hour and 30 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Written exam is marked by?

    <p>Cambridge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is the written exam?

    <p>April 27 at 8:30 am</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The research essay is a _____ essay ____ an assigned topic.

    <p>synthesis, without</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The team project with reflective paper is scored by?

    <p>Cambridge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    IRR is scored by?

    <p>College Board</p> Signup and view all the answers

    TMP must be?

    <p>8-10 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    TMP is scored by?

    <p>Teacher</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The individual written argument should be around how many words?

    <p>2000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The individual written argument is scored by?

    <p>College Board</p> Signup and view all the answers

    IMP must be?

    <p>6-8 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    TMP asks __ oral defense question(s).

    <p>1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    IMP asks __ oral defense question(s).

    <p>2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Components of performance task 1?

    <p>Individual research report</p> Signup and view all the answers

    IRR word count should be around?

    <p>1,200 words</p> Signup and view all the answers

    AP Seminar EOC has how many parts?

    <p>2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Part A has how many questions?

    <p>3 short answer questions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much time is given for part A?

    <p>30 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Part B has how many essays?

    <p>4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much time is given for part B?

    <p>90 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    End of course exam is scheduled for?

    <p>May 5th in the afternoon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The EOC for AP Seminar is worth what % of the whole course?

    <p>45%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    AICE English General Paper Exam Overview

    • Paper 1 consists of 10 essay prompts from which students must select 1.
    • Essay prompts in Paper 1 can be either discursive or argumentative.
    • No source material is provided for Paper 1.
    • Argument prompts can be opinionated, while discursive prompts cannot express opinions.
    • Students have 1 hour and 15 minutes to write their essays for Paper 1.
    • Paper 1 is graded out of a total of 30 marks.
    • The essay in Paper 1 contributes to 50% of the overall score.
    • Paper 1 is scheduled for April 25th, 2023, at 8:30 am.

    Paper 2 Details

    • Paper 2 consists of fill-in-the-blank tasks and short answers.
    • It tests reading comprehension skills.
    • Students are given 1 hour and 45 minutes to complete Paper 2.
    • Paper 2 is marked out of 50 points and also accounts for 50% of the overall score.
    • This exam is set for May 2nd, 2023, at 8:30 am.

    AICE Global Perspectives Exam

    • Components include a written exam, team project, research essay, and reflective paper.
    • Paper 1 of the written exam features 3 questions that require identifying, evaluating, and comparing evidence.
    • The questions are not evenly weighted, meaning some may carry more importance than others.
    • The written exam provides 2 source documents for reference and is to be completed in 1 hour and 30 minutes, marked by Cambridge.
    • The written exam is scheduled for April 27, 2023, at 8:30 am.

    Research Essay and Team Project

    • The research essay is a synthesis essay on a topic assigned by the examiners.
    • The team project, along with the reflective paper, is scored by Cambridge.
    • The Individual Research Report (IRR) is evaluated by the College Board.
    • The Team Multimedia Presentation (TMP) should last 8-10 minutes and is scored by the teacher.

    Written Arguments and Performance Tasks

    • The individual written argument should be around 2000 words and is scored by the College Board.
    • The Individual Multimedia Presentation (IMP) should last 6-8 minutes.
    • TMP includes 1 oral defense question, while IMP includes 2.
    • Performance Task 1 is the Individual Research Report, which should be approximately 1200 words.

    AP Seminar End-of-Course Exam

    • The End-of-Course (EOC) exam consists of 2 parts.
    • Part A includes 3 short answer questions to be completed in 30 minutes.
    • Part B requires 4 essays, with a time allocation of 90 minutes.
    • The EOC is scheduled for May 5th in the afternoon and is worth 45% of the total course grade.

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    This quiz reviews the structure and requirements of the AICE English General Paper examinations. It covers details of Paper 1 and Paper 2, including types of essays, grading criteria, and exam dates. Prepare yourself for success in both sections of this important assessment.

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