Global Perspectives · May / June 2026 · Paper 12 · Question 3

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Study Source 4. Which argument is more convincing, Abilo’s or Berta’s? Your answer should: • consider both arguments • evaluate their reasoning, evidence and use of language • support your judgement with their words and ideas. [16]

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Which argument is more convincing, Abilo’s or Berta’s?

Your answer should:

consider both arguments

evaluate their reasoning, evidence and use of language

support your judgement with their words and ideas.

Main Annotations

Tables E and F

Use these tables to give marks for each candidate response.

Table E

Analysis (AO1)

Level Description

7–8 4

Consistently analytic throughout and fully supported

Analyses a wide range of aspects of both arguments.

Frequent use of relevant material taken from the

source.

Clear and explicit comparison of the two arguments. 5–6 3

Mainly analytic and supported

Analyses a range of aspects of both arguments.

Some use of relevant material taken from the source.

Clear comparison of the two arguments.

3–4 2

Partly analytic and descriptive with some support

Analyses a limited range of aspects of both

arguments.

Occasional use of material taken from the source.

Implied comparison by simple juxtaposition of the two arguments.

1–2 1

Descriptive and unsupported

Analyses a limited range of aspects of one argument.

Little or no use of material taken from the source.

No creditable response

Table F

Evaluation (AO1)

Level Description

7–8 4

Consistently evaluative throughout and fully explained

Reasoned explanation of a wide range of evaluative

points throughout the response.

Both reasoning and evidence within the arguments in the source are evaluated explicitly.

Clear, supported judgement consistent with the

candidate’s argument.

5–6 3

Mainly evaluative and explained

Explanation of a range of evaluative points within most of the response.

Reasoning and/or evidence within the arguments in

the source are evaluated.

Judgement generally consistent with the candidate’s argument.

3–4 2

Partly evaluative with little explanation

A limited range of evaluative points that are mostly

descriptive and/or asserted with little explanation.

Reasoning and/or evidence within the arguments in

the source are mostly described.

Judgement lacks some clarity and may be partly

inconsistent with the candidate’s argument.

1–2 1

Descriptive without explanation

One or two evaluative points that are asserted,

tangential or not relevant.

The topic or the arguments in the source are

described.

Judgement is unclear and inconsistent with the

candidate’s argument or may not be included.

No creditable response

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Candidates are expected to evaluate the arguments presented in Source 4. They should make a supported judgement with some explanation about which person has the most convincing argument. Candidates may support their judgement by considering some of the following aspects of the arguments. Strength of reasoning:

logic

structure

balance

claims

Use of language:

tone – emotive, exaggerated, precise, measured

clarity

Evidence:

range of information and depth

relevance

sufficiency – sample size

source – media; internet

date – how recent

different types of information – fact, opinion, value, anecdote

testimony – from experience and expert

Sources of bias or vested interest:

local interest

economic

personal values

experience

Possible consequences of the ideas or actions presented.

Acceptability of their values to others:

how likely other people are to agree with their perspective/view. Other relevant responses should be credited.

Examples of evaluative points candidates are likely to discuss are outlined as follows.

Argument

Strengths

Weaknesses

Abilo

Volunteers in local police

Very assertive. department.

Factual evidence limited,

Source of knowledge

no data or information relevant to debate.

about the source.

Blog relevant to

No systematic research. argument.

Tends to generalise.

Personal knowledge of

Anecdotal evidence. friend finding unlocked

Volunteer rather than full- car.

time police officer.

Persuasive confident

Volunteer, unknown level language.

of responsibility or

Car magazine

access.

evidence/quote.

Other relevant response.

Argument

Strengths

Weaknesses

Berta

Works in the motor industry

Not aware of Berta’s so

role in the motor experienced/knowledgeable.

industry.

Some acceptance of Abilo’s

Sources of evidence perspective.

not dated so may not

Recognises a broader

be recent.

outlook – global issue not

Attributes blame and localised.

does not look at all

Wider perspective of the

consequences of consequences of vehicle

vehicle crime. crime.

Does not acknowledge

Factual evidence from

any responsibility of reputed organisation UN.

car owners.

Other relevant News media confirms UN

findings.

response.

Other relevant response.

AO1 Analysis

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