TCE Year 11 BiologyOriginal synoptic practice exam 1 (original practice exam, not an official TASC paper)
| Reading time | See the stated paper time |
| Writing time | 180 minutes writing + 15 minutes preparation (notes and highlighting only); five sections of 36 marks, about 36 minutes each; TASC Biology Information Sheet and approved calculator permitted; original practice format, not an official TASC examination |
| Total marks | 180 |
| Questions | 20 |
| Structure | Section A — 4 Q, 36 marks · Section B — 4 Q, 36 marks · Section C — 4 Q, 36 marks · Section D — 4 Q, 36 marks · Section E — 4 Q, 36 marks |
This paper covers
- Science inquiry skills
- Science as a human endeavour
- Enzymes, photosynthesis and respiration
- DNA structure, replication and mutation
- Protein synthesis and gene expression
- Stimulus-response, nerves and hormones
- Regulating glucose, temperature and water
- Pathogens and immunity
- Reproduction and cell division
- Inheritance and pedigrees
- Evolution and speciation
Use the materials specified by your teacher for this practice task. Follow the instructions on the paper.
This is an ATARMAxxing practice paper. It is not an official examination and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced by the VCAA, NESA or the QCAA.
Common questions
What does TCE Year 11 Biology Original synoptic practice exam 1 (original practice exam, not an official TASC paper) cover?
Science inquiry skills; Science as a human endeavour; Enzymes, photosynthesis and respiration; DNA structure, replication and mutation; Protein synthesis and gene expression; Stimulus-response, nerves and hormones; Regulating glucose, temperature and water; Pathogens and immunity; Reproduction and cell division; Inheritance and pedigrees; Evolution and speciation.
How long is TCE Year 11 Biology Original synoptic practice exam 1 (original practice exam, not an official TASC paper), and how is it marked?
180 minutes writing + 15 minutes preparation (notes and highlighting only); five sections of 36 marks, about 36 minutes each; TASC Biology Information Sheet and approved calculator permitted; original practice format, not an official TASC examination; 180 marks; 20 questions. See the marking guide for worked solutions and scoring criteria.
Is Original synoptic practice exam 1 (original practice exam, not an official TASC paper) an official TASC paper?
No. It is an original Year 11 practice resource, not an official board examination. Your school determines its assessment program.
2 original practice exams with worked solutions, 11 revision notes, 110 practice questions and 132 flashcards.
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