Arabic Extension 2015 HSC exam pack (archive)
2015 Arabic Extension HSC paper (archived)
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Part A
Characteristics of better responses:
- relevant details from the novel were included to justify opinions
- a good explanation of the impact of Yasmine’s past relationships was provided (Q1b)
- the relationship between the description of the city and Yasmine’s situation was thoroughly explained (Q1c)
- a good comparison was drawn of how the issue of transformation is explored in the extract and in one other part of the novel (Q1d).
Characteristics of weaker responses:
- a limited explanation was given of the relationship between Yasmine and Afetab (Q1a)
- a limited understanding of the prescribed text was demonstrated
- only some relevant information was identified
- the issue of transformation was not explored well through the character of Yasmine (Q1d)
- ideas were listed without appropriate explanation and without linking them to the issue.
Part B
Characteristics of better responses:
- a perceptive understanding of the issues raised was demonstrated
- textual references were used to support these issues
- ideas were relevant, logical and well organised
- clear explanation and justification were provided.
Characteristics of weaker responses:
- candidates described the relationship between Yasmine and Afetab but not what led to the conversation
- candidates did not effectively engage with the question
- ideas were repeated, or ideas were not extended.
Characteristics of better responses:
- a range of vocabulary and language structures were used
- ideas were logically structured using appropriate text type conventions
- analytical treatment of the argument was demonstrated
- a high level of grammatical accuracy as well as sophisticated vocabulary and sentence structure were demonstrated.
Characteristics of weaker responses:
- ideas were not fully developed or were irrelevant to the purpose of the task
- responses were long with repetition of expressions and ideas
- inaccurate grammar and spelling were used.
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