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ESL Exam Revision

ESL Exam Revision. Merrylands High School. Paper 1. ESL ENGLISH. Paper 1 Language Study within an Area of Study. Date: Monday October 15 Time: 1.50 – 3.30 PM. Paper 1 Section I. ESL ENGLISH. CONTEXTS. PERSONAL. CULTURAL. HISTORICAL. SOCIAL. BELONGING /NOT BELONGING. CONNECTIONS.

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ESL Exam Revision

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  1. ESL Exam Revision Merrylands High School

  2. Paper 1 ESL ENGLISH

  3. Paper 1 Language Study within an Area of Study Date: Monday October 15 Time: 1.50 – 3.30 PM

  4. Paper 1 Section I ESL ENGLISH

  5. CONTEXTS PERSONAL CULTURAL HISTORICAL SOCIAL BELONGING /NOT BELONGING CONNECTIONS GROUPS COMMUNITIES PEOPLE THE LARGER WORLD PLACES

  6. UNDERSTANDING EXPERIENCES ENRICH COMMUNITY ENRICH GROUP ACCEPTANCE CHALLENGE COMMUNITY RELATIONSHIPS BELONGING /NOT BELONGING CHALLENGE GROUP IDENTITY CHOICES NOT TO BELONG ATTITUDES MODIFIED OVER TIME BARRIERS THAT PREVENT BELONGING

  7. Paper 1 Section I - the answer booklet Identifies type of text Identifies stimulus text Identifies marks per question Identifies the length of your answer

  8. Paper 1 Section I – the stimulus texts

  9. The types of questions (the marks are in brackets) one idea communicated (1) how communicated (2) two reasons (2) explain two ways a sense not belonging is communicated (4) two reasons for developing campaign (2) explain why (2) identify and explain effect of two persuasive techniques (4) why appropriate title (1) explain how changing sense of belonging two examples (4) meaning of quote (2) identify two other ideas about belonging (2) how visual features convey ideas about belonging (4) explain poet’s relation with natural world (2) how are language techniques used to express this relationship (4).

  10. The types of questions (the marks are in brackets) identify two ideas about belonging (2) according to writer of text how do young Australians benefit from being part of ‘tribal generation’ (2) how writer conveys attitude (4) how ideas about belonging represented in photo (4) explain metaphor (1) how language used to sustain metaphor compare ways language used in two texts to convey ideas about belonging (4)

  11. Comparing texts read the limiting words ideas about belonging

  12. What you must do relate effect of language feature to the text use correct terminology write appropriate length refer to the correct text and text type be concise explain don’t describe refer to the correct number of examples identify an aspect of belonging provide additional technique/effect when required be specific in the effect make required links e.g. idea in text and aspect of belonging, purpose and technique.

  13. Imaginative writing (the last question in this section) audience purpose type of text marks 6-8 what to write about ideas from a text that relate to an aspect of belonging/not belonging

  14. The types of texts

  15. The question 2009 Describe a person, place or community that has given you a sense of belonging. Make connections with the ideas in at least one of the texts. (8) Criteria • effective description • communicate sense of belonging • connection between own experience and ideas in at least one text • sustain appropriate register Issues • analyse or summarise a text/texts • repeat information given in earlier responses • make superficial connection between ideas about belonging and personal experiences • make no reference to personal experience.

  16. The question 2010 Imagine a situation or event in which a person overcomes barriers which have prevented belonging. Using ideas from at least ONE text compose a diary entry as this person. Describe the person’s feelings and response to the situation in this diary entry. (6 marks) Criteria  • effective diary entry • communicate a changed sense of belonging • connects imagined experience with the ideas in at least one text • sustains appropriate register Issues • rely on information in texts • do not communicate a changed sense of belonging • do not write in register of diary • do not describe the feelings of a person who has overcome a barrier.

  17. The question 2011 Write the transcript of a short announcement for a local radio that encourages listeners to participate in an event that will bring people and the community together. Use ideas form at least one text in your announcement. (6)  Criteria • ability to communicate benefit of community participation • connections between imagined experience and ideas in one text • sustains appropriate register • sustains appropriate form Issues • rely on information in texts • do not clearly communicate benefits of community participation • analysis of texts • copy large parts of texts.

  18. Paper 1 Section II ESL ENGLISH

  19. Paper 1 Section II 20 marks 40 minutes

  20. The exam rubric demonstrate understanding of the ways language shapes and expresses perceptions Language HOW Perceptions of Belonging

  21. Explore and examine interrelationships among texts Yourowntext

  22. UNDERSTANDING EXPERIENCES ENRICH COMMUNITY ENRICH GROUP ACCEPTANCE CHALLENGE COMMUNITY RELATIONSHIPS BELONGING /NOT BELONGING CHALLENGE GROUP IDENTITY CHOICES NOT TO BELONG ATTITUDES MODIFIED OVER TIME BARRIERS THAT PREVENT BELONGING

  23. The question 2009 Relationships and experiences shape an individual’s sense of belonging. To what extent do the texts that you have studied support this idea? In your response, refer to your TWO prescribed texts and ONE text of your own choosing. The link to the rubric the influence of relationships and experiences on sense of not/belonging The notes from the markers ability to explain how the sense of belonging is created in the texts need to assess the extent to which texts support the idea if poetry is prescribed must refer to more than one poem suitability of related text.

  24. The question 2010 You have been asked to give a speech to your class on the following topic: ‘Acceptance and understanding are necessary for a sense of belonging.’ Write the script of your speech. In your speech, refer to your TWO prescribed texts and ONE text of your own choosing. The link to the rubric the aspects of acceptance and understanding are linked to the concept of belonging The notes from the markers writing in the mode of speaking a speech speech form limited to introduction and conclusion remainder in essay form discussion of the concept of belonging is general and not related to texts or question selection of a few key extracts from the texts rather than an in-depth discussion don’t write about personal experience as a related text use the words from the question not synonyms.

  25. The question 2012 ‘A sense of belonging comes from having connections with people and places.’ Compare how the texts you have studied convey this idea. In your response, refer to your TWO prescribed texts and ONE text of your own choosing. The link to the rubric link concept of belonging to aspects of connections with people and places The notes from the markers comparison of texts studied comparison of texts implied rather than explained and explicit general discussion of belonging focus on either people or places instead of on both use synonyms for the words in the question instead of the question wording selection of a few key extracts from the texts rather than an in-depth discussion.

  26. Paper 2 ESL ENGLISH

  27. Paper 2 Modules Wednesday 17 October 3.25 -4.30 PM It is very important to write the correct question number on your cover sheet!

  28. Paper 2 Module AElective 2 Question 2

  29. What will you do with the texts? Analyse Explore Examine

  30. MEANING What will you analyse? Textual forms Language modes Media HOW

  31. THE QUESTION How will you compose?

  32. Australian visions explore the ways in which language is used to represent visions in texts consider the different types of visions evident in texts consider how the creation of a distinctly Australian vision, or visions • affects interpretation • shapes meaning examine one prescribed text, in addition to other texts and examples drawn from their own experience.

  33. Shape meaning

  34. Visions ideas predict images Visions visualise views concept beliefs percept ions

  35. Visions represent the social and historical context in which they are formed AND can change over time can reflect reality BUT can be aspirational.

  36. Strictly Ballroom From image to vision

  37. Images what is being described what is happening on the surface level, in each of the scenes, Luhrmann describes what he wants us to see or depicts some action we have to look deeper into the film to discover what this tells us about: • our perceptions of others (people living in Australia) • our perceptions of the world (Australia).

  38. How do we move from an image to a vision?

  39. Australian values Some values survive because they are embedded within Australian customs, language and ways of speaking, and iconic symbols: • socio-economic egalitarianism • mateship • a fair go • the underdog • the battler • volunteering.

  40. Other values in Strictly Ballroom respect for and appreciation of a multicultural Australia the concept that sustained effort will help you to achieve your goal standing up for what you think is right (your beliefs).

  41. A focus on the themes • the film presents a variety of visions • these are presented through: • language features • textual features (film and those specific to the text you have chosen) • each of the texts can be aligned with one or more of the ‘Australian values’ • the visions presented may change over time.

  42. Values in the text of my choice Consider the following: What values are evident in the text I have chosen? Do they reflect the same values in my prescribed text? If so, what do they add to my understanding of these values? What visions are communicated? How have my understanding and perceptions been amplified? How will I communicate this?

  43. How is meaning made?(how are visions constructed?) LANGUAGE AND TEXTUAL FEATURES !!!

  44. The language of film

  45. The language of film

  46. Language and textual features it is not enough to have a list of textual features that you can identify in your text examples chosen must illustrate the point that you are making in your answer the effect is more than attract the reader’s attention – be specific analyse the language features of your quote in detail relate your analysis to the Australian values you have identified explain what understanding this gives us of our relationships with and understanding of others and the world.

  47. Australian Vision

  48. VISION

  49. Language structures and features in the text of my choice Consider the following: What language structures and features are evident in the text I have chosen? How do they complement those in my prescribed text? What do they add to my understanding of how meaning is made? What effect do they have on the creation of an Australian vision? How will I communicate this?

  50. Notes from the marking centre • have a clear thesis in your introduction • read the question carefully – is a related text required? • have a thorough knowledge of your prescribed text and choose the most suitable examples to illustrate the range of visions in the text • integrate your analysis of textual features • relate analysis to the question • maintain a formal register.

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