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If you're searching for the grade boundaries for IB Classical Languages, you're in the right place! In this post, we'll break down the points required for each component and the overall score you need to achieve your final grade.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2 style="text-align:center;">IB Classical Languages: Latin Grade Boundaries</h2>&nbsp;The following grade boundaries are based on official IB May 2025 grade boundaries.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h3>&nbsp;</h3><h3>Standard Level&nbsp;</h3>&nbsp;<figure class="table" style="width:100%;"><table><thead><tr><th colspan="5">Points needed</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Grade</td><td>Paper 1</td><td>Paper 2</td><td>Internal Assessment</td><td>Final grade (%)</td></tr><tr><td>1</td><td style="text-align:center;">0-3</td><td style="text-align:center;">0-3</td><td style="text-align:center;">0-3</td><td style="text-align:center;">0-10</td></tr><tr><td>2</td><td style="text-align:center;">4-6</td><td style="text-align:center;">4-6</td><td style="text-align:center;">4-7</td><td style="text-align:center;">11-21</td></tr><tr><td>3</td><td style="text-align:center;">7-8</td><td style="text-align:center;">7-11</td><td style="text-align:center;">8-12</td><td style="text-align:center;">22-34</td></tr><tr><td>4</td><td style="text-align:center;">9-11</td><td style="text-align:center;">12-15</td><td style="text-align:center;">13-16</td><td style="text-align:center;">35-46</td></tr><tr><td>5</td><td style="text-align:center;">12-14</td><td style="text-align:center;">16-19</td><td style="text-align:center;">17-19</td><td style="text-align:center;">47-57</td></tr><tr><td>6</td><td style="text-align:center;">15-17</td><td style="text-align:center;">20-23</td><td style="text-align:center;">20-23</td><td style="text-align:center;">58-70</td></tr><tr><td>7</td><td style="text-align:center;">18-30</td><td style="text-align:center;">24-32</td><td style="text-align:center;">24-28</td><td style="text-align:center;">68-100</td></tr></tbody></table></figure><h2 style="text-align:center;">&nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;<h3>&nbsp;</h3><h3>Higher Level</h3>&nbsp;<figure class="table" style="width:100%;"><table><thead><tr><th colspan="6">Points needed</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Grade</td><td>Paper 1</td><td>Paper 2</td><td>Composition</td><td>Internal Assessment</td><td>Final grade (%)</td></tr><tr><td>1</td><td style="text-align:center;">0-4</td><td style="text-align:center;">0-3</td><td style="text-align:center;">0-5</td><td>0-3</td><td style="text-align:center;">0-11</td></tr><tr><td>2</td><td style="text-align:center;">5-8</td><td style="text-align:center;">4-6</td><td style="text-align:center;">6-11</td><td>4-7</td><td style="text-align:center;">13-25</td></tr><tr><td>3</td><td style="text-align:center;">9-11</td><td style="text-align:center;">7-11</td><td style="text-align:center;">12-14</td><td>8-12</td><td style="text-align:center;">26-38</td></tr><tr><td>4</td><td style="text-align:center;">12-16</td><td style="text-align:center;">12-15</td><td style="text-align:center;">15-17</td><td>13-16</td><td style="text-align:center;">39-51</td></tr><tr><td>5</td><td style="text-align:center;">17-20</td><td style="text-align:center;">16-19</td><td style="text-align:center;">18-19</td><td>17-19</td><td style="text-align:center;">52-62</td></tr><tr><td>6</td><td style="text-align:center;">21-25</td><td style="text-align:center;">20-23</td><td style="text-align:center;">20-22</td><td>20-22</td><td style="text-align:center;">63-74</td></tr><tr><td>7</td><td style="text-align:center;">26-40</td><td style="text-align:center;">24-32</td><td style="text-align:center;">23-25</td><td>23-28</td><td style="text-align:center;">75-100</td></tr></tbody></table></figure><h2 style="text-align:center;">&nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;We hope you found this post helpful. For more useful materials associated with the IB check out the wide variety of <a href="/ia" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">IA</a>, <a href="/ee" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">EE </a>and <a href="/tok" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">TOK </a>exemplars available at <a href="/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Clastify </a>and other guides available on our <a href="/blog" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">blog</a>.

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A comprehensive list of IB Classical Languages: Latin grade boundaries (both SL and HL) for Paper 1, Paper 2, the IA, and the final grade. See what the boundaries are and use this to plan your studying accordingly. 

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If you need more guidance regarding the structure of IB Classical Languages (Latin and Greek) Paper 1, this post is for you! Here, we will provide a thorough breakdown of IB Classical Languages Paper 1, ensuring you are familiar with the exam format and know what type of questions to expect to help you tackle the exam confidently.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2 style="text-align:center;">IB Classical Languages Paper 1</h2>&nbsp;<ul><li>Paper 1 tests your ability to accurately translate unseen Latin or Ancient Greek passages into English.&nbsp;</li><li>At SL, either an unseen prose or poetry passage must be translated, but not both. The exam consists of reading comprehension and translation questions based on an unseen extract.</li><li>At HL, an unseen prose passage and an unseen poetry passage must both be translated. The exam consists of reading comprehension, translation, and guided analysis questions based on a set of two unseen extracts.</li><li>For SL, Paper 1 contributes 35% to the overall subject grade, while for HL, it accounts for 30%.&nbsp;</li><li>SL students have 1 hour and 30 minutes, while HL students are given 2 hours to complete Paper 1.</li><li>The use of a dictionary is allowed for both SL and HL.&nbsp;</li><li>The first comprehension question is common between SL and HL, with HL candidates having an additional guided analysis question.</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;A typical &nbsp;SL/HL comprehension question could be:&nbsp;Outline the arrival of the tidal wave and its aftermath. (Based on the passage provided from Ammianus Marcellinus, Rerum Gestarum 26.10.16–18) [4 marks]&nbsp;&nbsp;A typical HL guided analysis question could be:&nbsp;Analyse the contrast between Cicero’s assertions about his talent and skill and the literary qualities of the text. (Based on a passage provided from Cicero’s To the Senate on his Return 1) [6 marks]&nbsp;&nbsp;<h3>How to Succeed in Classical Languages Paper 1</h3>&nbsp;<ul><li>Solve past papers – This helps you get used to the type of questions that could be asked on the exam and helps you develop skills in learning which concepts to apply. You should try to solve past papers using a timer to simulate exam conditions and check your answers against a markscheme to identify areas for improvement. After completing a translation, compare your work with annotated answer guides to identify errors and refine your approach.&nbsp;</li><li>Master grammar and syntax – Students should understand case endings, verb conjugations, and sentence structures to effectively translate texts. Identify key literary techniques such as purpose clauses, indirect statements, and ablative absolutes to understand how they shape sentences. Additionally, recognizing common irregular verbs and frequently used conjugations will help you avoid common mistakes and improve translation fluency.&nbsp;</li><li>Expand your vocabulary – Regularly reviewing words found in classical texts will help you better recognize and understand them while translating the text. Using flashcards or vocabulary lists can aid in quick recall, making it easier to recognize words in context. Additionally, learning common poetic and prose synonyms will allow you to grasp variations in translation and stylistic choices used in the texts.&nbsp;</li><li>Develop a translation strategy – Begin by reading the entire passage to get a sense of the overall meaning . Next, identify the main verbs and subjects to determine the basic sentence structure. Try to understand the general gist of the text rather than literally translating word-for-word as sometimes the literal meaning can get lost in translation.</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;We hope you found this post helpful. For more useful materials associated with the IB, check out the wide variety of <a href="/ia" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">IA</a>, <a href="/ee" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">EE </a>and <a href="/tok" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">TOK </a>exemplars available at <a href="/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Clastify</a>.&nbsp;

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A comprehensive guide to IB Classical Languages (IB Latin and IB Greek) Paper 1. Learn about Paper 1 structure, duration, weighing, and the questions you may encounter. 

IB Classical Languages Paper 1

If you need more guidance regarding the structure of IB Classical Languages (Latin and Greek) Paper 2, this post is for you! Here, we will provide a thorough breakdown of IB Classical Languages Paper 2, ensuring you are familiar with the exam format and know what type of questions to expect to help you tackle the exam confidently.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2 style="text-align:center;">IB Classical Languages Paper 2</h2>&nbsp;<ul><li>Paper 2 assesses your ability to interpret, analyze, and evaluate the prescribed texts studied throughout your course.&nbsp;</li><li>Paper 2 does not focus on translation but rather on demonstrating your understanding of style, context, and themes within Greek or Latin.</li><li>Paper 2 consists of short-answer questions based on an extract from a prescribed core text as well as an extended response based on a prompt.</li><li>The questions are the same for both SL and HL students.</li><li>Students must answer questions based on their prescribed texts, which could include prose or poetry depending on the exact content selected by a student's school or teacher.</li><li>For SL, Paper 2 contributes 35% to the overall subject grade, while for HL, it accounts for 30%.&nbsp;</li><li>Both SL and HL students have 1 hour and 30 minutes to complete Paper 2.</li><li>Essay questions are typically open-ended, requiring a profound knowledge of the text. Expect to analyze language, themes, character development, historical or cultural context, and literary techniques.</li><li>You will be assessed on your knowledge of the text, ability to present a well-supported argument, and the quality of your written response.</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;A typical SL/HL question could be:&nbsp;“Poetry is the ideal literary form for the expression of emotion.” Discuss. (Students must reference a prescribed core text in verse and at least one other source of their choosing.) [12 marks]&nbsp;&nbsp;<h3>How to Succeed in Classical Languages Paper 2</h3>&nbsp;<ul><li>Solve past papers – This helps you get used to the type of questions that could be asked on the exam and helps you develop skills in learning which concepts to apply. You should try to solve past papers using a timer to simulate exam conditions and check your answers against a markscheme to identify areas for improvement. After completing a translation, compare your work with annotated answer guides to identify errors and refine your approach.&nbsp;</li><li>Know your texts well – Review key passages, themes, and literary devices in both prose and poetry. Memorize important information from your selected texts, as this will help you show evidence to back up any arguments or statements in your responses.&nbsp;</li><li>Expand your vocabulary – Regularly reviewing words found in classical texts will help you better recognize and understand them while translating the text. Using flashcards or vocabulary lists can aid in quick recall, making it easier to recognize words in context.&nbsp;</li><li>Understand literary terms – Be familiar with rhetorical devices, poetic structures, and stylistic features that commonly appear in classical texts. This will help you identify them quickly during an exam and explain their significance within the text concerning the question.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Plan before writing – Organize your main arguments, examples, and conclusion before beginning your essay to ensure your response stays focused and well-structured. Before you start writing, create a quick draft in bullet points of what you want to base your answer on. This helps you gather and organize your thoughts. Do not simply rush to begin writing, as this could lead to your thoughts being disorganized which could impact the examiner's perception of the quality of your response.&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;We hope you found this post helpful. For more useful materials associated with the IB, check out the wide variety of <a href="/ia" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">IA</a>, <a href="/ee" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">EE </a>and <a href="/tok" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">TOK </a>exemplars available at <a href="/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Clastify</a>.&nbsp;

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A comprehensive guide to IB Classical Languages (IB Latin and IB Greek) Paper 2. Learn about Paper 2 structure, duration, weighing, and the questions you may encounter. 

IB Classical Languages Paper 2

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