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Set up an H2 Biology paper

All four H2 Biology papers are marked question by question, so each uses a Structured paper type.

In the Paper type dropdown, choose the option that matches your paper. For the full steps, see Create an assignment.

Paper 1: Multiple choice (MCQ)​

  • Choose the Paper 1 option, marked (Structured).
  • Write the marks for each question in your answer scheme (your marking scheme). Many MCQ schemes leave this out, and ren. then has to guess.

Paper 2: Structured questions​

  • Choose the Paper 2 option, marked (Structured).
  • Show clearly where each mark is earned. For example, put [1] after each key word, statement or calculation step.
  • For diagram or graph questions, add a short note on what earns each mark. This makes ren.'s marks much more accurate.
  • List the scientific terms a student must use to earn the mark.

Paper 3: Longer structured questions​

  • Choose the Paper 3 option, marked (Structured).
  • Prepare your answer scheme the same way as for Paper 2: show where marks are earned, describe what earns marks in diagram questions, and list the scientific terms students must use.

Paper 4: Practical​

  • Choose the Paper 4 option, marked (Structured).
  • For numerical answers, state the range of values you accept.
  • State your rules for significant figures and rounding.

Mixed or other papers​

If your assignment mixes papers, or none of the options match, choose Custom.... See Choose a paper type.

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