IBDP Biology SL -exam style questions
We Would you like to focus on a specific topic or type of questions asked in actual exam. Questions are based on new syllabus for first assessment of 2025. We can find exam style questions here for Paper 1 A , Paper 1B and Paper 2 for IB DP Biology First Exam May , 2025
IBDP Biology HL Paper 1A and Paper 1B – First Assessment 2025
HL Paper 1A and Paper 1B
- Duration: 2 hour
- Paper 1 is presented as two separate booklets.
- Paper 1A and Paper 1B are to be completed together without interruptions.
- Paper 1A 40 marks
- 40 multiple-choice questions on standard level and additional higher level material.
- No marks are deducted for incorrect answers
- Paper 1B 35 marks
- Four data-based questions related to experimental work and the syllabus.
- CALCULATOR ALLOWED
- Data booklet provided
- 36 % weight
- Marks: 75
A. Unity and diversity
- 1. Molecules
- 2. Cells
- A2.1 Origins of cells [HL only]
- A2.2 Cell structure
- A2.3 Viruses [HL only]
- 3. Organisms
- 4. Ecosystems
B. Form and function
- 1. Molecules
- 2. Cells
- 3. Organisms
- 4. Ecosystems
C. Interaction and interdependence
D. Continuity and change
- 1. Molecules
- 2. Cells
- 3. Organisms
- 4. Ecosystems
IBDP Biology HL Paper 1B- Data-Based Question
DP Biology HL Paper 2 – First Assessment 2025
HL Paper 2
- Duration: 2 hour and 30 minutes
- Weighting: 44%
- Marks: 80
- Section A : 48 marks
- Data-based question.
- Short-answer questions on standard level and additional higher level material
- Section B: 32 marks
- Extended-response questions on standard level and additional higher level material.
Two of three extended-response questions to be attempted by candidates
- Extended-response questions on standard level and additional higher level material.
- CALCULATOR ALLOWED
- Data booklet provided
A. Unity and diversity
B. Form and function
- 1. Molecules
- 2. Cells
- 3. Organisms
- 4. Ecosystems
C. Interaction and interdependence
D. Continuity and change
- 1. Molecules
- 2. Cells
- 3. Organisms
- 4. Ecosystems
Here are some steps you can follow to prepare effectively:
Study the syllabus: Make sure you understand the topics that are covered in the IB DP physics syllabus. This will give you a clear idea of what to expect on the exams.
Review class notes and textbooks: Regularly review your class notes and textbooks to reinforce your understanding of the material.
Practice, practice, practice: Practice solving physics problems as much as possible. Try to work through as many practice questions and Mock tests as you can find here at iitianacademy.com . This will help you get a feel for the types of questions you can expect on the exams and build your problem-solving skills.
Seek help when needed: If you’re struggling with a particular concept, don’t hesitate to ask your teacher or a tutor for help.
Stay organized: Make sure to keep track of important formulas, equations, and concepts so you can easily reference them when you need to.
Stay up-to-date on current events in physics: Being knowledgeable about current developments in physics can help you better understand the applications of the concepts you are learning.