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am in search of a list of possible hsc/trial questions for all the different bits of the exam.... coz im rather scared that my essays r not going 2 work for different types of questions
does anyone hav a list?.... or feel like posting their trial/assessment questions for any module
hehe so far from other forums n threads n places
i hav found.. ummm
creative writing questions
- Write a letter to one of the composers of the texts you have read in the reading task. Present your point of view on the ideas they have expressed.
- 'It is not the journey in your life, but the life in your journey that matters' write a speech to a group of people explaining this concept.
- You have been asked to submit a piece of writing based around the concept of the journey, for a popular teen magazine. Write an interview exploring this concept.
- 'The journey home would not be easy' write a story using these words as an opening or closing.
- Write a letter to a friend in which you talk about how a journey into memory is triggered for you.
This journey may be triggered by any stimulus
Do not sign your own name at the end of the letter
- "All journeys have secret destinations of which the traveller is unaware"
Compose a piece of writing that explores a journey that has been overlooked.
- "We will build new ships to carry man forward into the universe, to gain a new foothold on the moon and to prepare for new journeys to the worlds beyond our own"
Compose a piece of writing that explores a journey of discovery.
- "Journeys are an extension of personal boundaries"
Write a letter to your relative about a recent journey you have encountered, discussing the above quote
- "Heroes take journeys, confront dragons, and discover the treasure of their true selves"
You are a contributor for the magazine "Inspirational journeys", which is based on personal stories that people send in for publishing. Compose a piece that relates to "Inspirational journeys". You may write from any point of view you like.
- "I have seen men hazard their fortunes, go on long journeys halfway around the world, forge friendships, even lie, cheat and steal, all for the gain of a book"
You are writing as a contributor to the Sunday newspaper which publishes under the heading "Everyone has a story to tell" each week. Using the quote above, compose a story that includes the quote with the notion of the journey.
- You are invited into a radio station as an expert on Geographical landmarks of the world. Write a transcript relating to the quote "Journeys broaden the mind to allow the understanding of the world"
Area of Study Questions
- Use your set text, one text from the stimulus booklet and at least TWO additional text for each of the following
- You have been asked to give a talk to a group of young people on the subject of 'journey t the unknown'.
- 'No journey is worth the risk', discuss this statement.
- Prepare a website page on the topic of physical/inner/imaginative journeys that includes a discussion of your aos set text, one text from stimulus booklet and related texts. Include a brief description of your visual representation that will support your website.
- 'Ultimately we journey through life alone' discuss this statement.
- You have been asked to interview the composer of your set text about his/her perceptions of physical/inner/imaginative journeys for radio 2JK, on an afternoon radio talkback show.
- 'The journey is a voyage of discovery' discuss this statement.
- 'It is not the journey that is important, but the journey in your life'. Discuss this statement.
- A journey can bring challengers that are both positive and negative.
- Is it the journey of the arrival that is most difficult?
- You have been asked to participate in a discussion group of backpackers who are discussing the topic 'the value of travel'. The purpose of this forum is to discuss what you have learned about the nature of physical/inner/imaginative journeys.
- You are writing an article for a Sunday magazine entitled ' is the journey more trouble that it is worth?'
- In a classroom revision discussion at the end of their hsc course students are discussing assumptions underlying representations off journeys.
- imagine members of the parents and citizens association of your school want to understand more about senior studies in English in 2004. They have asked for a student to attend a meeting and give his/her impressions of the concept of the journey as it has been developed by texts. Write a speech as you would deliver it to the meeting.
- 'English texts these days don't give students anything to think about'. In a letter, write to a talkback radio host, on whose program this has been said, giving your considered response in relation to physical/inner/imaginative journeys and commenting on the ways the text you have studied portrayed people, events, ideas and societies.
- "The journey leads to greater understanding." Discuss how this greater understanding is represented by composers in different ways. Refer to prescribed text, one BOS text and additional texts of your own choosing
- Discuss how effective the composers of the text you have studied in the Area of Study have been in representing (physical/inner/imaginative) journeys that have challenged our thinking and broadened our understanding of our own world.
In your response you should support your ideas by referring to your prescribed text, ONE text from the prescribed stimulus booklet, Journeys, and at least ONE other related text of your own choosing.
- "The journey's destination is not as important as what we discover along the way"
Write a feature article exploring the ways in which journeys confront us with experiences which challenge us.
In your response, you must refer to your core text, one text from the stimulus booklet and at least one text of your own choosing.
- "Imaginative journeys take us into worlds of inspiration, speculation and imagination". Discuss this statement with reference to your prescribed text, ONE text from the stimulus booklet and TWO texts of your own choosing.
- Write a letter to the editor convincing them that your focus journey should or should not be kept for next year’s area of study. Explain you’re with reference to your prescribed text, ONE text from the stimulus booklet and texts of your own choosing.
- "Continual improvement is an unending journey." Discuss this statement in regards to the journey of personal growth and development with reference to your prescribed text, ONE text from the stimulus booklet and texts of your own choosing.
- "You must remain focused on your journey to greatness." Write a radio transcript interviewing an expert in journeys that are conveyed in different texts. Refer to your prescribed text, ONE text from the stimulus booklet and texts of your own choosing.
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Representation in Text.... Telling the truth
A 2004 Trial Question
"The truth is always under construction."
How are the representations of truth constructed in your prescribed text and at least two texts of your own choosing?
2004 ETA:
'Any representation of the truth is just someone's version of reality.'
To what extent do you agree with this statement? In your answer disucss the representation of truth in your prescribed etc etc.
Question 11 Elective 1: Telling the Truth (Catholic Trial 2001)
Write a speech for an audience of young adults in which you examine the idea that 'the truth is never pure and rarely simple'. Base you speech on the complex nature of truth and the various representations of truth found in your prescribed text and other related texts of your own choosing.
Question 11 Elective 1: Telling the Truth (Independent Trial 2001)
You are the producer of a national television arts program entitled Representation and Text. Each week, this program examines one important idea and how it is represented in texts. This week's program will look at how truth is represented in texts and explore how statements come to be accepted as true.
In an outline to the director of the program, explain
- How you would structure this program
- Whom you would have on the program as guests and why
- What information you would present to the viewer
You may present your outline in any form you choose but you must base your response on your prescribed text and other related texts of your own choosing.
Question 11 Elective 1: Telling the Truth (BOS sample question)
Write a persuasive article suitable for publication under the heading:
Whoever holds power tries to own the truth!
Base the article on your evaluation of the ways truth is represented in your prescribed text and in other related texts of your own choosing.
Question 11 Elective 1: Telling the Truth (HSC 2001)
You have created an exhibition of texts entitled: "One person's truth is ..."
The exhibition includes your prescribed text and other related texts of your own choosing. Write a speech for the opening night of the exhibition. In your speech, explain how the exhibition reflects your vision of the representations of truth.
Question 11 Elective 1: Telling the Truth (HSC 2002)
How has your understanding of the events, personalities or situations been shaped by their representations in the texts you have studied?
Base your response on your study of Telling the Truth OR Powerplay OR History and Memory. Refer to your prescribed text and at least TWO other related texts of your own choosing.
Question 11 Elective 1: Telling the Truth (Catholic Trial 2002)
You are the keynote speaker addressing a forum of cadet journalists on the difficulties of telling the truth. Write the transcript of your presentation. You must refer to your prescribed text and a variety of texts of your own choosing.
Sydney Boys High School 2003:
You are a journalist working for a well-known magazine aimed at influential business people. You have a particular personal interest in the conpcet of 'the truth' and how it is represented to the general public.
Wirite a feature article in which you discuss how various texts seek to represent 'truth' to society.
Question:
"Telling the truth is an ideal all subscribe to but few
achieve." Write an essay on this theme, referring to the way the
truth is represented in your prescribed text and other related texts
of your own choosing. (Question from Wizard Notes: A Student's Guide
to Frontline)
Question:
You are the host for a radio program Media in the Spotlight.
You have invited a guest on the program to discuss 'truth in the
media'. This discussion is based on the prescribed text and other
including your concluding response to the view expressed by your
guests texts of your own choosing. Write the script of the discussion,
Questions from ETA 2003 Lecture Day:
-"The truth is often misrepresented and distorted"
How does your prescribed text and additional materials studied support or challenge this statement?
- The media has failed in its responsibility to convey truths. Do you agree? Discuss with reference to your prescribed text and additional materials studied
- Write a speech to a group of Year 11 students who next year will be studying Module C: Representation and the truth. Explain what you have discovered from your study of this module by discussing your prescribed text and related texts.
- Write an editorial for a newspaper expressing your concerns about representations of truth in the media. You need to refer to your prescribed text and to other related texts that will support your argument.
- Write a speech for an audience of young adults in which you examine the idea that
"truth is never pure and rarely simple"
Base your speech on the complex nature of truth and the various representations of truth found in your prescribed text and other related texts of your own choosing
- You have been asked to organise and host a radio program that explores the nature of truth and how it is created. You will have two guest speakers who have been chosen for their different ideas about telling the truth.
- Write the transcript for the discussion between the two people where they both refer in detail to the prescribed text and related texts. Your answer should refer to aspects of the medium of production, textual form, perspectives and choice of language.
ETA 2001
"... It's very hard to know the truth. I think that people are bombarded with information, images and ideas, all aimed at persuading us to a particular point of view. We can't tell where the truth lies. We don't know where or how to take action."
Question:
"Every text constructs it's own truth"
Discuss
Question:
Explore the representation of truth in the prescribed text you have studied and other related texts. How has your study enabled you to understand where truth lies?
Question:
Write a close textual analysis of 'The Siege'. In your analysis you should evaluate how the medium of production, textual form, perspective and choice of language influence meaning. In your analysis you must also make comparisons and contrasts to other related texts of your own choosing.
Question:
To what extent is 'representation' also a 'misrepresentation'? Write a persuasive feature article. Base this article on your evaluation of the ways truth is represented in your prescribed text and in other related texts of your own choosing.
Question:
"The Representation of truth is never simple" Do you agree? In your answer refer to TWO episodes of Frontline and at least one other source you have studied in this module.
anyone want 2 add some more??
am in search of a list of possible hsc/trial questions for all the different bits of the exam.... coz im rather scared that my essays r not going 2 work for different types of questions
does anyone hav a list?.... or feel like posting their trial/assessment questions for any module
hehe so far from other forums n threads n places
i hav found.. ummm
creative writing questions
- Write a letter to one of the composers of the texts you have read in the reading task. Present your point of view on the ideas they have expressed.
- 'It is not the journey in your life, but the life in your journey that matters' write a speech to a group of people explaining this concept.
- You have been asked to submit a piece of writing based around the concept of the journey, for a popular teen magazine. Write an interview exploring this concept.
- 'The journey home would not be easy' write a story using these words as an opening or closing.
- Write a letter to a friend in which you talk about how a journey into memory is triggered for you.
This journey may be triggered by any stimulus
Do not sign your own name at the end of the letter
- "All journeys have secret destinations of which the traveller is unaware"
Compose a piece of writing that explores a journey that has been overlooked.
- "We will build new ships to carry man forward into the universe, to gain a new foothold on the moon and to prepare for new journeys to the worlds beyond our own"
Compose a piece of writing that explores a journey of discovery.
- "Journeys are an extension of personal boundaries"
Write a letter to your relative about a recent journey you have encountered, discussing the above quote
- "Heroes take journeys, confront dragons, and discover the treasure of their true selves"
You are a contributor for the magazine "Inspirational journeys", which is based on personal stories that people send in for publishing. Compose a piece that relates to "Inspirational journeys". You may write from any point of view you like.
- "I have seen men hazard their fortunes, go on long journeys halfway around the world, forge friendships, even lie, cheat and steal, all for the gain of a book"
You are writing as a contributor to the Sunday newspaper which publishes under the heading "Everyone has a story to tell" each week. Using the quote above, compose a story that includes the quote with the notion of the journey.
- You are invited into a radio station as an expert on Geographical landmarks of the world. Write a transcript relating to the quote "Journeys broaden the mind to allow the understanding of the world"
Area of Study Questions
- Use your set text, one text from the stimulus booklet and at least TWO additional text for each of the following
- You have been asked to give a talk to a group of young people on the subject of 'journey t the unknown'.
- 'No journey is worth the risk', discuss this statement.
- Prepare a website page on the topic of physical/inner/imaginative journeys that includes a discussion of your aos set text, one text from stimulus booklet and related texts. Include a brief description of your visual representation that will support your website.
- 'Ultimately we journey through life alone' discuss this statement.
- You have been asked to interview the composer of your set text about his/her perceptions of physical/inner/imaginative journeys for radio 2JK, on an afternoon radio talkback show.
- 'The journey is a voyage of discovery' discuss this statement.
- 'It is not the journey that is important, but the journey in your life'. Discuss this statement.
- A journey can bring challengers that are both positive and negative.
- Is it the journey of the arrival that is most difficult?
- You have been asked to participate in a discussion group of backpackers who are discussing the topic 'the value of travel'. The purpose of this forum is to discuss what you have learned about the nature of physical/inner/imaginative journeys.
- You are writing an article for a Sunday magazine entitled ' is the journey more trouble that it is worth?'
- In a classroom revision discussion at the end of their hsc course students are discussing assumptions underlying representations off journeys.
- imagine members of the parents and citizens association of your school want to understand more about senior studies in English in 2004. They have asked for a student to attend a meeting and give his/her impressions of the concept of the journey as it has been developed by texts. Write a speech as you would deliver it to the meeting.
- 'English texts these days don't give students anything to think about'. In a letter, write to a talkback radio host, on whose program this has been said, giving your considered response in relation to physical/inner/imaginative journeys and commenting on the ways the text you have studied portrayed people, events, ideas and societies.
- "The journey leads to greater understanding." Discuss how this greater understanding is represented by composers in different ways. Refer to prescribed text, one BOS text and additional texts of your own choosing
- Discuss how effective the composers of the text you have studied in the Area of Study have been in representing (physical/inner/imaginative) journeys that have challenged our thinking and broadened our understanding of our own world.
In your response you should support your ideas by referring to your prescribed text, ONE text from the prescribed stimulus booklet, Journeys, and at least ONE other related text of your own choosing.
- "The journey's destination is not as important as what we discover along the way"
Write a feature article exploring the ways in which journeys confront us with experiences which challenge us.
In your response, you must refer to your core text, one text from the stimulus booklet and at least one text of your own choosing.
- "Imaginative journeys take us into worlds of inspiration, speculation and imagination". Discuss this statement with reference to your prescribed text, ONE text from the stimulus booklet and TWO texts of your own choosing.
- Write a letter to the editor convincing them that your focus journey should or should not be kept for next year’s area of study. Explain you’re with reference to your prescribed text, ONE text from the stimulus booklet and texts of your own choosing.
- "Continual improvement is an unending journey." Discuss this statement in regards to the journey of personal growth and development with reference to your prescribed text, ONE text from the stimulus booklet and texts of your own choosing.
- "You must remain focused on your journey to greatness." Write a radio transcript interviewing an expert in journeys that are conveyed in different texts. Refer to your prescribed text, ONE text from the stimulus booklet and texts of your own choosing.
annnd
Representation in Text.... Telling the truth
A 2004 Trial Question
"The truth is always under construction."
How are the representations of truth constructed in your prescribed text and at least two texts of your own choosing?
2004 ETA:
'Any representation of the truth is just someone's version of reality.'
To what extent do you agree with this statement? In your answer disucss the representation of truth in your prescribed etc etc.
Question 11 Elective 1: Telling the Truth (Catholic Trial 2001)
Write a speech for an audience of young adults in which you examine the idea that 'the truth is never pure and rarely simple'. Base you speech on the complex nature of truth and the various representations of truth found in your prescribed text and other related texts of your own choosing.
Question 11 Elective 1: Telling the Truth (Independent Trial 2001)
You are the producer of a national television arts program entitled Representation and Text. Each week, this program examines one important idea and how it is represented in texts. This week's program will look at how truth is represented in texts and explore how statements come to be accepted as true.
In an outline to the director of the program, explain
- How you would structure this program
- Whom you would have on the program as guests and why
- What information you would present to the viewer
You may present your outline in any form you choose but you must base your response on your prescribed text and other related texts of your own choosing.
Question 11 Elective 1: Telling the Truth (BOS sample question)
Write a persuasive article suitable for publication under the heading:
Whoever holds power tries to own the truth!
Base the article on your evaluation of the ways truth is represented in your prescribed text and in other related texts of your own choosing.
Question 11 Elective 1: Telling the Truth (HSC 2001)
You have created an exhibition of texts entitled: "One person's truth is ..."
The exhibition includes your prescribed text and other related texts of your own choosing. Write a speech for the opening night of the exhibition. In your speech, explain how the exhibition reflects your vision of the representations of truth.
Question 11 Elective 1: Telling the Truth (HSC 2002)
How has your understanding of the events, personalities or situations been shaped by their representations in the texts you have studied?
Base your response on your study of Telling the Truth OR Powerplay OR History and Memory. Refer to your prescribed text and at least TWO other related texts of your own choosing.
Question 11 Elective 1: Telling the Truth (Catholic Trial 2002)
You are the keynote speaker addressing a forum of cadet journalists on the difficulties of telling the truth. Write the transcript of your presentation. You must refer to your prescribed text and a variety of texts of your own choosing.
Sydney Boys High School 2003:
You are a journalist working for a well-known magazine aimed at influential business people. You have a particular personal interest in the conpcet of 'the truth' and how it is represented to the general public.
Wirite a feature article in which you discuss how various texts seek to represent 'truth' to society.
Question:
"Telling the truth is an ideal all subscribe to but few
achieve." Write an essay on this theme, referring to the way the
truth is represented in your prescribed text and other related texts
of your own choosing. (Question from Wizard Notes: A Student's Guide
to Frontline)
Question:
You are the host for a radio program Media in the Spotlight.
You have invited a guest on the program to discuss 'truth in the
media'. This discussion is based on the prescribed text and other
including your concluding response to the view expressed by your
guests texts of your own choosing. Write the script of the discussion,
Questions from ETA 2003 Lecture Day:
-"The truth is often misrepresented and distorted"
How does your prescribed text and additional materials studied support or challenge this statement?
- The media has failed in its responsibility to convey truths. Do you agree? Discuss with reference to your prescribed text and additional materials studied
- Write a speech to a group of Year 11 students who next year will be studying Module C: Representation and the truth. Explain what you have discovered from your study of this module by discussing your prescribed text and related texts.
- Write an editorial for a newspaper expressing your concerns about representations of truth in the media. You need to refer to your prescribed text and to other related texts that will support your argument.
- Write a speech for an audience of young adults in which you examine the idea that
"truth is never pure and rarely simple"
Base your speech on the complex nature of truth and the various representations of truth found in your prescribed text and other related texts of your own choosing
- You have been asked to organise and host a radio program that explores the nature of truth and how it is created. You will have two guest speakers who have been chosen for their different ideas about telling the truth.
- Write the transcript for the discussion between the two people where they both refer in detail to the prescribed text and related texts. Your answer should refer to aspects of the medium of production, textual form, perspectives and choice of language.
ETA 2001
"... It's very hard to know the truth. I think that people are bombarded with information, images and ideas, all aimed at persuading us to a particular point of view. We can't tell where the truth lies. We don't know where or how to take action."
Question:
"Every text constructs it's own truth"
Discuss
Question:
Explore the representation of truth in the prescribed text you have studied and other related texts. How has your study enabled you to understand where truth lies?
Question:
Write a close textual analysis of 'The Siege'. In your analysis you should evaluate how the medium of production, textual form, perspective and choice of language influence meaning. In your analysis you must also make comparisons and contrasts to other related texts of your own choosing.
Question:
To what extent is 'representation' also a 'misrepresentation'? Write a persuasive feature article. Base this article on your evaluation of the ways truth is represented in your prescribed text and in other related texts of your own choosing.
Question:
"The Representation of truth is never simple" Do you agree? In your answer refer to TWO episodes of Frontline and at least one other source you have studied in this module.
anyone want 2 add some more??