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Date November 2020 Marks available 22 Reference code 20N.Paper 2.BP.TZ0.11
Level SL and HL Paper Paper 2 Time zone TZ0
Command term Discuss Question number 11 Adapted from N/A

Question

Discuss prejudice and/or discrimination in relation to group dynamics.

Markscheme

Refer to the paper 2 assessment criteria when awarding marksThese can be found under the “Your tests” tab > supplemental materials.

The command term “discuss” requires candidates to offer a considered review of prejudice and/or discrimination in relation to group dynamics.

Group dynamics may include in-group dynamics as well as inter-group dynamics.

Candidates may address topics such as, but not limited to:

Relevant studies may include, but are not limited to:

Critical discussion may include, but is not limited to:

Examiners report

Question 11 was likewise popular. Candidates looked at stereotypes, inter-group discrimination and social identity theory fairly knowledgeably. Several studies were used and well presented. Critical discussion was again uneven, with some excellent discussion and other shallow attempts.

Syllabus sections

First exams 2019 - Options » Psychology of human relationships » Group dynamics
First exams 2019 - Options » Psychology of human relationships
First exams 2019 - Options

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