9488 Past Paper AS & A Level Islamic Studies Question paper & mark scheme 2023
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9488 Past Paper AS & A Level Islamic Studies Question Papers & Mark Schemes 2023 provide the Cambridge examination papers and corresponding marking schemes for the Cambridge International AS & A Level Islamic Studies (9488) 2023 examination series. The available materials cover Papers 1–4 for the May/June and October/November sessions.
The 9488 Past Paper AS & A Level Islamic Studies Question Papers & Mark Schemes 2023 are valuable Cambridge examination resources for students preparing for AS & A Level Islamic Studies. They contain authentic examination questions together with the corresponding mark schemes, allowing students to practise the examination format and understand how Cambridge awards marks.
The 2023 materials cover four examination papers:
- Paper 1 – Islamic Beliefs and Practices
- Paper 2 – Islamic Law (Shariah) and its Application
- Paper 3 – Islamic History and Scriptures
- Paper 4 – Islam in the Modern World
Each paper is worth 50 marks.
May/June 2023
The May/June 2023 session includes Question Papers and Mark Schemes for Components 12, 22, 32 and 42. For example, the official Cambridge mark scheme for 9488/42 Paper 4 confirms a maximum mark of 50 and explains that the mark scheme should be read alongside the question paper and Principal Examiner Report for Teachers.
October/November 2023
The October/November 2023 session includes Question Papers and Mark Schemes for Components 12, 22, 32 and 42, with the corresponding papers covering the same four subject areas.
What the Mark Schemes Provide
The accompanying mark schemes help candidates understand:
- How marks are allocated
- Expected knowledge and understanding
- Requirements for analysis and evaluation
- Acceptable answers and relevant points
- Levels of response where applicable
- Examiner expectations for extended answers
Cambridge states that mark schemes indicate the requirements used by examiners when awarding marks and should be read in conjunction with the relevant question paper and Principal Examiner Report.
| Boards | Cambridge |
|---|---|
| Levels | A-Level, AS-Level |
| Subject Code | 9488 Islamic Studies |
| Years | 2023 |
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