0460 · Cambridge IGCSE
0460/11
Paper 1
Geography · June 2024 · Variant 1
Relative difficulty
Analysis source: Cambridge Assessment International Education
3.4 / 5
195
285 min
Population and Settlement
Cohort performance
Session statistics from official examination reports
Total marks
195
Duration
285 min
Session difficulty
3.4 / 5
Key examiner messages
Top priorities from the principal examiner before you revise
The May/June 2024 series of the 0460 Geography syllabus presented a balanced mix of highly accessible factual questions and challenging application scenarios.
It rigorously tested candidates' understanding across Paper 1 (Themes), Paper 2 (Skills), and Paper 4 (Alternative to Coursework).
While physical and human components were distributed evenly, candidates who mastered graphical interpretation and place-specific detail found many opportunities to excel.
Question difficulty map
How candidates performed on each question in this series
No data available in official reports
Assessment objectives
Skill and AO weighting from official examiner commentary
Skill weighting
Shows the skill mix this paper tested most heavily.
Mapwork &
Weight: 8100%Graphical Construction
Weight: 788%Fieldwork
Weight: 563%Design
Weight: 450%Factual
Weight: 338%Physical
Weight: 225%Processe
Weight: 113%
Method marks watchlist
Where working, steps, or method marks were commonly lost
No data available in official reports
Recurring mistakes across years
Themes examiners flag in multiple recent sessions for this subject
No data available in official reports
Question choice intelligence
Mean scores and popularity for optional questions (HKDSE electives)
No data available in official reports
Level exemplars
What candidate scripts at each grade level looked like
No data available in official reports
Grade & admission context
How marks relate to grade thresholds and entry standards
Report type
Cambridge Principal Examiner Report — component performance and international standards
Level A*
Approx. 84% of maximum mark
Level A
Approx. 73% of maximum mark
Level B
Approx. 62% of maximum mark
Level C
Approx. 51% of maximum mark
Level D
Approx. 43% of maximum mark
Level E
Approx. 35% of maximum mark
Deep insights
What top candidates did
Techniques and approaches examiners rewarded in this series
No data available in official reports
Command word playbook
How to match each command word to the expected response style
Match the expected response style for “State” questions.
State features in sequence or list observable properties — do not explain causes unless asked.
Apply knowledge to an unfamiliar context; concise, practical points score best.
Identify similarities and differences explicitly — paired sentences or a table helps.
Match the expected response style for “Measure” questions.
Time traps
Sections where candidates spent disproportionate time relative to marks
Min per mark: 1.5
Min per mark: 1.5
Min per mark: 1.4
Min per mark: 1.4
Syllabus traceability
Topics linked to questions and mark weighting in this session
Population dynamics
33 marks this session
Weather
30 marks this session
Tourism
30 marks this session
MCQ trap analytics
Commonly chosen wrong options from examiner commentary
No data available in official reports
Topic heatmap across years
Mark concentration by topic and exam year for this subject
Mark intensity
Coasts
Rivers
Urban settlements
Settlements (rural and urban) and service provision
Population dynamics
Weather
Tourism
Earthquakes and volcanoes
Difficulty trend
How session difficulty has shifted across recent years
Paper comparison
Marks and duration breakdown across papers in this session
Paper 11 Geographical Themes:
Paper 21 Geographical Skills:
Paper 41 Alternative to Coursework:
Marks you can still earn
Where valid approaches outside the mark scheme may still gain credit
No data available in official reports
Practise what examiners flagged
Target weak topics from this report inside the Revui app
Population dynamics
33 marks this session
Practise in RevuiWeather
30 marks this session
Practise in RevuiTourism
30 marks this session
Practise in RevuiSelf-diagnostic checklist
Key actions before you sit this paper — copy and tick off as you revise
- 1Message
The May/June 2024 series of the 0460 Geography syllabus presented a balanced mix of highly accessible factual questions and challenging application scenarios.
- 2Message
It rigorously tested candidates' understanding across Paper 1 (Themes), Paper 2 (Skills), and Paper 4 (Alternative to Coursework).
- 3Message
While physical and human components were distributed evenly, candidates who mastered graphical interpretation and place-specific detail found many opportunities to excel.
Teacher briefing pack
One-page session summary for tutors and classroom review
June 2024 2024
Geography
The May/June 2024 series of the 0460 Geography syllabus presented a balanced mix of highly accessible factual questions and challenging application scenarios. It rigorously tested candidates' understanding across Paper 1 (Themes), Paper 2 (Skills), and Paper 4 (Alternative to Cou
The May/June 2024 series of the 0460 Geography syllabus presented a balanced mix of highly accessible factual questions and challenging application scenarios.
It rigorously tested candidates' understanding across Paper 1 (Themes), Paper 2 (Skills), and Paper 4 (Alternative to Coursework).
While physical and human components were distributed evenly, candidates who mastered graphical interpretation and place-specific detail found many opportunities to excel.
- Total marks
- 195
- Duration
- 285 min
- Session difficulty
- 3.4 / 5
Session analysis
The May/June 2024 series of the 0460 Geography syllabus presented a balanced mix of highly accessible factual questions and challenging application scenarios. It rigorously tested candidates' understanding across Paper 1 (Themes), Paper 2 (Skills), and Paper 4 (Alternative to Coursework). While physical and human components were distributed evenly, candidates who mastered graphical interpretation and place-specific detail found many opportunities to excel.
Updated Jun 13, 2026
Paper breakdown
Paper 11 Geographical Themes:
Paper 21 Geographical Skills:
Paper 41 Alternative to Coursework:
Top chapters
Exam structure insights
Marks by chapter
See where the marks were concentrated so revision time goes to the highest-value topics.
Mark accessibility
Estimate which marks were basic, mid-level, or high-difficulty.
78% within easy or medium reach
Command word frequency
Spot common command words so answers match the expected response style.
Question type mix
Compare the mark share of each paper section and question type.
Medium Tariff Data Interpretations
94·22·35%
Long Answer & Case Studies
94·14·35%
Structured Short Answer
82·48·30%
Study ROI
Bigger bubbles recur more often; higher bubbles carry more marks, helping you rank revision priorities.
Time vs marks
Compare marks with suggested time allocation to plan exam pacing.
Paper 1 Section A (…
0.71 m/minPaper 1 Section B (…
0.71 m/minPaper 1 Section C (…
0.67 m/minPaper 2 Geographica…
0.67 m/minTotal marks
170
Total time
250 min
Avg pace
0.68
Next-year prediction
Topics worth watching next year, with the reason shown directly below each bar.
Coasts (Coral Reefs & Sand Dune Protection)
88%88%
Earthquake hazard preparedness and management
80%80%
Migration (push/pull patterns and regional flows)
78%78%
May/June 2024 Geography 0460 Paper Analysis
The May/June 2024 series of the 0460 Geography syllabus presented a balanced mix of highly accessible factual questions and challenging application scenarios. It rigorously tested candidates' understanding across Paper 1 (Themes), Paper 2 (Skills), and Paper 4 (Alternative to Coursework). While physical and human components were distributed evenly, candidates who mastered graphical interpretation and place-specific detail found many opportunities to excel.
Exam tips
Paper format
- Duration
- 1h 45min
- Total marks
- 75
Analysis is paraphrased for study purposes. Always verify against the official examiner report and mark scheme.