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German Extension 2019 HSC exam pack (archive)
2019 German Extension HSC paper (archived)
Marking guidelines
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HSC marking feedback
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Feedback on practical examination
Oral examination
Monologue
Students should:
- use the seven minutes preparation time to prepare points which can be used to deliver a logical and coherent monologue
- state the question to which they are responding
- speak for approximately for three minutes
- address all parts of the question
- adopt a point of view or stance and provide appropriate examples that links their argument to the question
- avoid solely recounting their own experiences in order to answer the question
- avoid using pre-prepared material that may be irrelevant to the question
- use a variety of vocabulary, sentence structures and expressions which are suitable to the issue addressed in the question
- ensure that the conclusion is not a repetition of the introduction.
In better responses, students were able to:
- develop a well-structured argument with an introduction, main body and conclusion
- provide a balanced argument on the merits and demerits of technology (Q1)
- argue that new ideas are reliant on past experiences and support argument with relevant details and examples (Q2)
- use appropriate language structures and a wide variety of vocabulary related to issue(s) discussed
- express ideas and information confidently and fluently, with authentic intonation and pronunciation.
Areas for students to improve include:
- supporting comments, opinions and ideas with relevant examples
- addressing all parts of the question and avoiding including irrelevant information in their response
- avoiding listing unlinked points with little or no analysis of the issue raised by the question.
Feedback on written examination
Section I
Response to Prescribed Text – Part A
Students should:
- read the whole extract before attempting to answer the questions
- read the questions carefully and address all aspects in their response
- explain the quotes given in German and their significance in the relevant context rather than just translating them
- demonstrate knowledge of all the extracts for study and the whole prescribed text where required
- respond in English using their own words
- use the lines given as an indication of length of response required.
In better responses students were able to:
- demonstrate a perceptive and sensitive understanding of where the chosen extracts for the exam fit in the prescribed film
- demonstrate knowledge of the prescribed film as a whole
- provide correct examples from the film to support their answers
- show cultural understanding and insight regarding values and beliefs raised in the text
- demonstrate a clear understanding of relationship dynamics.
Areas for students to improve include:
- identifying the key words in the question
- avoiding general comments and instead use specific examples
- linking responses to the question and avoiding irrelevant information that does not answer the question.
Response to Prescribed Text – Part B
Students should:
- address all parts of the question fully
- write in the type of text as specified in the question
- address the specified purpose, context and audience of the question
- write from a particular perspective as required by the question
- demonstrate their knowledge of the chosen extract and other relevant parts of the text when responding to the question
- support their response with evidence from the text
- use their own words and avoid translating the text as part of their response.
In better responses students were able to:
- demonstrate a perceptive and sensitive understanding of the prescribed extracts
- demonstrate a perceptive and sensitive understanding of where the chosen extracts for the exam fit in the prescribed film
- demonstrate knowledge of the prescribed film as a whole
- demonstrate flair and originality when creatively interweaving quotes in their responses
- demonstrate an insightful understanding of the situation and characters.
Areas for students to improve include:
- identifying the key words in the question
- avoiding general comments and instead use specific examples
- demonstrating a clear understanding of the question
- ensuring reference to the extract as well as to the film globally
- ensuring a logical progression between the paragraphs.
Section II
Writing in German
Students should:
- address all aspects of the question
- write in the relevant text type required by the question
- use appropriate register throughout the response
- ensure that the content of their response is relevant to the question
- plan and sequence their response to ensure that their response is coherent
- demonstrate knowledge of vocabulary, expressions and where relevant, idiomatic language related to the issues prescribed for study
- support their argument, point of view or opinion with relevant ideas and information
- manipulate the language authentically and creatively with correct use of grammar and syntax to meet the requirements of the task
- use the dictionary to choose appropriate word, expression or phrase for the context, purpose and audience of the question
- ensure there is enough time to edit their work.
In better responses, students were able to:
- demonstrate breadth and depth in the treatment of relevant ideas.
- formulate a sophisticated argument substantiated by specific examples relevant to the question
- manipulate language structures with high accuracy
- use a range of expressions and structures appropriate to the context of the question.
Areas for students to improve include:
- adhering to the text type consistently throughout the text
- justifying opinions with a number of examples
- ensuring that examples are not just drawn from their personal world
- ensuring that the argument is organised logically to meet the requirements of the task
- avoiding the inclusion of irrelevant information and ideas.
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