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Cambridge Stage 7 Global Perspectives Official Marking Scheme

The Cambridge Stage 7 Global Perspectives marking scheme outlines the assessment structure for a paper divided into three sections: a Table Task on Causes and Consequences, a Long Answer on Climate Migration, and Table & Paragraph Tasks on Global Issues. Each section has specific marking criteria and total marks, with Section A focusing on valid cause-consequence pairs, Section B requiring a comprehensive discussion on climate migration, and Section C involving identification and explanation of global issues. The document provides examples and model answers to guide students in their responses.

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Cambridge Stage 7 Global Perspectives Official Marking Scheme

The Cambridge Stage 7 Global Perspectives marking scheme outlines the assessment structure for a paper divided into three sections: a Table Task on Causes and Consequences, a Long Answer on Climate Migration, and Table & Paragraph Tasks on Global Issues. Each section has specific marking criteria and total marks, with Section A focusing on valid cause-consequence pairs, Section B requiring a comprehensive discussion on climate migration, and Section C involving identification and explanation of global issues. The document provides examples and model answers to guide students in their responses.

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Cambridge Stage 7 Global Perspectives

– Official Marking Scheme


This marking scheme corresponds to the custom Cambridge-style assessment paper
provided. It is structured according to the paper’s three main sections:
- Section A: Table Task on Causes and Consequences
- Section B: Long Answer on Climate Migration
- Section C: Global Issues Table and Paragraph Questions
Total: 100 Marks

Section A – Table Task: Causes and Consequences (20 Marks)


Mark 1 for each valid cause or consequence linked to the global issue. Accept logical,
relevant points related to deforestation, pollution, poverty, climate change, etc.

Cause Consequence
Deforestation Loss of biodiversity
Air Pollution Melting ice caps
Climate Change Global warming
Industrial Development Food insecurity
Overpopulation Migration
Lack of Education Water scarcity
Poverty Extreme weather
Rising Sea Levels Loss of oxygen supply
Conflict Increased disease
Carbon Emissions Health hazards for humans and animals

Each correct pair earns 2 marks (1 for cause, 1 for consequence). Total: 20 Marks

Section B – Long Answer Question: Climate Migration (30 Marks)


Marking Criteria:
- Clear definition of climate migration (5 marks)
- Identification of 2+ causes (5 marks)
- Discussion of 2+ effects (5 marks)
- Real-world examples (5 marks)
- Solutions or actions from organizations (5 marks)
- Grammar, structure, and clarity (5 marks)
Model Answer:
Climate migration refers to the movement of people due to environmental problems such as
drought, floods, and rising sea levels. It affects countries like Bangladesh and Somalia.
Causes include prolonged droughts and flooding. Consequences include food and water
shortages, displacement of people, and the breakdown of local economies. Organizations
like Greenpeace and the United Nations are providing support by resettling refugees,
building tanks, and improving sustainable water systems in vulnerable areas.

Section C – Table & Paragraph Tasks (50 Marks)


Students must complete a table and answer 5 paragraph questions based on global issues.
Each task is worth 10 marks.

✔️Table Task: Identify 5 global issues with their causes or examples (2 marks per issue)

Global Issue Cause / Example


Gender Inequality Girls are denied education due to
traditional beliefs.
Child Labour Children work to earn money due to
poverty.
Pollution Burning garbage and harmful waste release
toxic gases.
Food Insecurity Droughts lead to crop failures and hunger.
Lack of Education Discrimination prevents access to school
for all children.

✔️Paragraph Questions – Each 10 marks

- Identify the issue (2 marks)


- Explain the cause (2 marks)
- Describe consequences (2 marks)
- Provide example or evidence (2 marks)
- Sentence structure and grammar (2 marks)

Example Model Answer – Gender Inequality:


Gender inequality refers to the unfair treatment of people based on gender. In some
countries, girls are not allowed to go to school because of traditional beliefs. This leads to
lack of education, fewer job opportunities, and poverty. In Afghanistan, girls are often
denied school access. UNESCO is working to ensure equal education for all.

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