World religions - SL 考試技巧

常見錯誤

1. 1high涉及分數: 3Paper 1 Part (a) Technique

   Paraphrasing or copying out large blocks of the source passage in Paper 1 part (a) instead of extracting distinct, concise teachings.

   如何避免: Identify three separate and specific teachings from the text and write them in short, clearly defined bullet points.
2. 2high涉及分數: 15Paper 2 Essay Structure

   Treating Paper 2 essays as descriptive storytelling accounts of historical events or rituals rather than analytical, theological discussions.

   如何避免: Structure essays with a clear argument, examining theological reasons, comparing sectarian/denominational viewpoints, and evaluating significance.
3. 3medium涉及分數: 6Use of Relevant Terminology

   Failing to use precise, non-English terminology or introducing concepts without defining them.

   如何避免: Explicitly use and define terms like samsara, atman, anatta, mitzvoth, get, tawhid, and gurmukh within your explanations.
4. 4medium涉及分數: 6Inter-religious Concept Confusion

   Confusing unique theological criteria across similar systems, such as misapplying Hindu-specific exit criteria to the Sikh concept of reincarnation.

   如何避免: Draw clear conceptual distinctions during revision between Hindu (atman) and Buddhist (anatta) teachings, and avoid cross-contaminating similar traditions.
5. 5high涉及分數: 6Paper 1 Part (b) Explanation

   Over-focusing on describing the literal scenario of a passage in Paper 1 Part (b) instead of extending the analysis to external practices of the religion.

   如何避免: Use the passage as a launching pad to discuss the wider beliefs, values, rituals, and scriptural teachings of the tradition as a whole.