The Impact of Stalin's Leadership in the USSR, 1924-1941

Mark Scheme 2 (04)

Mark Scheme

Level 1 1–6 marks	The answer is descriptive, only loosely linked to the question, or it is an explicit answer with little or no effective support. The answer is likely to be generalised and possibly assertive rather than argued.
Level 2 7–11 marks	The answer shows some understanding of the impact of the First Five-Year Plan. It may be predominantly descriptive about what happened during the Plan, with some links to the issues of modernisation and industrialisation, or it may have explicit links with relevant but limited support.
Level 3 12–16 marks	The answer shows developed understanding of the impact of the Plan. There will be some assessment, supported by relevant and well-selected knowledge, although there will probably be a lack of weight of detail and/or balance. There will be some understanding of interpretations.
Level 4 17–21 marks	There is explicit understanding of the impact of the Plan on modernisation and industrialisation. A balanced argument will be supported by good use of evidence and understanding of interpretations.
Level 5 22–24 marks	The answers will be well focused and closely argued. The arguments about the impact of the First Five-Year Plan will be supported by precisely chosen evidence leading to a relevant conclusion/judgement, incorporating a well-developed understanding of interpretations and debate.