• Knowledge: 10 marks 
• Background knowledge (framing the issue in the introduction): 5 marks 
• Knowledge that supports analysis: 5 marks
• Analysis: 14 marks 

A maximum of 10 analysis marks can be awarded for analytical statements alone. The remaining analysis marks can be achieved through developed analysis. 

• Reference to political sources: 2 marks

Two different political sources must be referenced in the assignment 

• Conclusion(s): 4 marks

The conclusion must include detailed points of evaluation supported by evidence.

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