Introduction
The IB Chinese A: Language and Literature SL course emphasizes literary analysis, comprehension, and expression in Chinese. Understanding the 2025 grade boundaries helps students focus on key areas and aim for top performance.
This guide includes boundaries for Internal Assessment (Oral), Paper 1, Paper 2, and the final grade, offering a clear framework for exam preparation.
Quick Study Checklist
- Practice speaking for Internal Assessment with accuracy and fluency.
- Analyze literary texts for Paper 1, focusing on structure, themes, and language techniques.
- Develop writing and comprehension skills for Paper 2.
- Incorporate cultural and contextual insights in oral and written tasks.
IB Chinese A SL 2025 Grade Boundaries
Internal Assessment (Oral) – out of 40
- Grade 7: 34–40
- Grade 6: 29–33
- Grade 5: 24–28
- Grade 4: 19–23
- Grade 3: 13–18
- Grade 2: 7–12
- Grade 1: 0–6
Paper 1 – out of 20
- Grade 7: 19–20
- Grade 6: 16–18
- Grade 5: 13–15
- Grade 4: 10–12
- 7–9
