Armenian Continuers 2015 HSC exam pack (archive)

Characteristics of better responses:

• clear expression and expansion of appropriate information were evident
• a point of view with justification of the opinion was given
• a wide range of vocabulary, and sentence and grammatical structures were confidently and correctly used
• correct intonation and pronunciation were used.

Characteristics of weaker responses:

• words were incorrectly pronounced and/or some anglicised expressions were used
• responses lacked depth
• language was not accurately manipulated
• prepared responses were given that did not meet the requirements of the question.

Characteristics of better responses:

• the chosen topic related to the prescribed themes/topics of the syllabus
• the appropriate number of texts (at least three texts, one of which was a literary text) were used
• the research for the topic was linked to the texts
• relevant information was supported with evidence from the texts
• opinions were supported and justified with evidence from the research.

Characteristics of weaker responses:

• a discussion was not able to be sustained because the research lacked depth
• too few texts were used and/or the chosen texts did not allow an in-depth discussion of the topic
• a literary text was not included
• a range of vocabulary appropriate to the topic was lacking.

Characteristics of better responses:

• an understanding of the question was demonstrated by the inclusion of all the necessary details in the response (Q1)
• correct interpretation and analysis of information were included (Q2)
• the purpose of the text was identified (Q3)
• candidates addressed how language was used to convey meaning (Q3).

Characteristics of weaker responses:

• essential details were omitted
• the text was simply translated without answering the question
• analysis of language was poor.

Characteristics of better responses:

• a good comparison of the attitude of the speakers was provided (Q5)
• the texts were analysed well, correct conclusions were made and the information was conveyed appropriately (Q4, Q6).

Characteristics of weaker responses:

• analysis was poor
• specific aspects of the text were not understood
• language was not used appropriately in order to justify an opinion.

Characteristics of better responses:

• a comparison of the attitudes and points of view of the contributors to the blog was made, with excellent reference to the text.

Characteristics of weaker responses:

• a comparison of the contributions was not provided
• the response was comprised of simple translations or retelling of information.

Characteristics of better responses:

• a good understanding of the whole text was demonstrated
• language was manipulated creatively and authentically to meet the requirements of the task
• the correct text type was used.

Characteristics of weaker responses:

• candidates repeated sentences and vocabulary which were featured in the text and did not address the requirements of the task.

Characteristics of better responses:

• the correct text type was used appropriately
• language was manipulated creatively and authentically to meet the requirements of the question
• extensive knowledge of vocabulary and sentence structure was demonstrated
• the response was creative and met the requirements of the question.

Characteristics of weaker responses:

• errors in spelling and grammatical structures were evident
• word requirements were not met.