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HSC English StudiesPractice Examination 8

Reading time15 minutes
Writing time2 hours
Total marks70
Questions8
StructureSection I — 5 Q, 20 marks · Section II — 1 Q, 20 marks · Section III — 1 Q, 15 marks · Section IV — 1 Q, 15 marks

This paper covers

  • Section I: unseen texts on ordinary moments that matter (5 questions, 3+4+4+4+5 marks)
  • Section II: in what ways the text gives insight into human qualities, motivations and actions
  • Section II model answer: Kenneth Slessor, Selected Poems
  • Section III: a podcast script recommending ONE text from a module to other students
  • Section III model answer: Module H: Part of a Family
  • Section IV: informative article for a youth website about a local place worth visiting

Students are permitted to bring into the examination the materials normally allowed for this subject. Answer all questions in the spaces provided.

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HSC English Studies Practice Examination 8