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Option B is a Higher Level examination consisting of the Foundation level content plus extension material.

Grades for this level are A* - E

This is the second of the series of possible examinations.  Syllabus content includes basic and extension grammar, including sandhi.  Stories from original literature are part of the study.

Available study books which help prepare for this level are:

The St James Senior Schools Course, Books 1, 2 and 3 (downloadable free).

EPic Civilisation Course (downloadable free - see appendices of syllabus)