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M10/3/HISTX/BP1/ENG/TZ0/XX/S3/M
MARKSCHEME
May 2010
HISTORY ROUTE 2 Higher Level and Standard Level
Paper 1 – Communism in crisis 1976–89
7 pages
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M10/3/HISTX/BP1/ENG/TZ0/XX/S3/M
This markscheme is confidential and for the exclusive use of exa miners in this examination session. It is the property of the International Baccalaureate and must not be reproduced or distributed to any other person without the authorization of IB Cardiff.
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M10/3/HISTX/BP1/ENG/TZ0/XX/S3/M
For the attention of all examiners: if you are uncertain about the content/accuracy of a ca ndidate’s work please contact your team leader.
1. (a) W hat does Source B suggest about the views of C hinese people regarding communism in 1979?
[3 marks]
Communism was desirable and effective but needed changing; More democracy was needed to improve living standards and production levels; People began to criticise the party more directly and confidently.
Award [1 mark] for each relevant point made, up to a maximum of [3 marks].
(b) W hat is the message conveyed by Source E?
[2 marks]
The Chinese government has destroyed freedom/liberty as represented by the statue; From the way in which the head is held in triumph the government does not appear to have any regrets; The axe in Deng’s hand indicates government violence.
Award [1 mark] for each relevant point made, up to a maximum of [2 marks]. Do not enter half marks or + and – but compensate between (a) and (b) if necessary for a final mark out of [5 marks].
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M10/3/HISTX/BP1/ENG/TZ0/XX/S3/M
Compare and contrast the views expressed in Sources A and C about Deng Xiaoping’s aims and actions.
[6 marks]
For “compare” Both sources refer to a desire to achieve the Four Modernizations; Source A mentions the need for path breakers who dare to think and Source C says Deng ordered the rehabilitation of intellectuals. For “contrast” Source A refers to revolution, building socialism, but with
MARKSCHEME
May 2010
HISTORY ROUTE 2 Higher Level and Standard Level
Paper 1 – Communism in crisis 1976–89
7 pages
-2-
M10/3/HISTX/BP1/ENG/TZ0/XX/S3/M
This markscheme is confidential and for the exclusive use of exa miners in this examination session. It is the property of the International Baccalaureate and must not be reproduced or distributed to any other person without the authorization of IB Cardiff.
-3-
M10/3/HISTX/BP1/ENG/TZ0/XX/S3/M
For the attention of all examiners: if you are uncertain about the content/accuracy of a ca ndidate’s work please contact your team leader.
1. (a) W hat does Source B suggest about the views of C hinese people regarding communism in 1979?
[3 marks]
Communism was desirable and effective but needed changing; More democracy was needed to improve living standards and production levels; People began to criticise the party more directly and confidently.
Award [1 mark] for each relevant point made, up to a maximum of [3 marks].
(b) W hat is the message conveyed by Source E?
[2 marks]
The Chinese government has destroyed freedom/liberty as represented by the statue; From the way in which the head is held in triumph the government does not appear to have any regrets; The axe in Deng’s hand indicates government violence.
Award [1 mark] for each relevant point made, up to a maximum of [2 marks]. Do not enter half marks or + and – but compensate between (a) and (b) if necessary for a final mark out of [5 marks].
-42.
M10/3/HISTX/BP1/ENG/TZ0/XX/S3/M
Compare and contrast the views expressed in Sources A and C about Deng Xiaoping’s aims and actions.
[6 marks]
For “compare” Both sources refer to a desire to achieve the Four Modernizations; Source A mentions the need for path breakers who dare to think and Source C says Deng ordered the rehabilitation of intellectuals. For “contrast” Source A refers to revolution, building socialism, but with