Summary Task
Summary Task
Band 2
Band 3
Band 4
Band 5
Band 6
All points are made clearly and concisely in the candidates own
words (where appropriate). The answer is strongly focused on the
passages and on the question
Most of the answer is concise and well focused even if there is an
inappropriate introduction. Own words are used consistently
(where appropriate).
There are some examples of concision. There may be occasional
loss of focus. Own words (where appropriate) are used for most of
the answer. The candidate may use some quotations in lieu of
explanation.
The answer is mostly focused, but there may be examples of
comment, repetition or unnecessarily long explanation, or the
answer may obviously exceed the permitted length. There may be
occasional lifting of phrases and sentences.
The answer frequently loses focus and is wordy, or is grossly long.
It may be answered in the wrong form (e.g. a narrative or a
commentary). There may be frequent lifting of phrases and
sentences.
Over-reliance on lifting; insufficient focus for Band 5.