Written Exam Format

Question 1 [12 marks] describe patterns and trends shown in the statistical information. For example:
● Identify the trend in… [1]
● Identify two causes of… [2]
● Which cause is most important & why? [3]
● Explain one [global/national/personal] consequence and one [global/national/personal] consequence of… [6]

Question 2 [14 marks] evaluate the use of evidence to support a claim and suggest ways to test claims.

● A) How well does the author use evidence to support the claim that “XYZ…” [6]
● B) “CLAIM”
○ How could you test this claim? You may consider the types of information, sources of evidence or methods you might use. [8]

Question 3 [20 marks] Types of information and explain which argument is more convincing

● Identify one [fact/opinion/prediction/value judgment/vested interest]... [1]

● Why might PERSON A’s statement be biased? [1]
● Identify one [Fact/Opinion/Prediction/Value Judgment/Vested Interest] and explain why it is a [Fact/Opinion/Prediction/Value
Judgment/Vested Interest]... [3]
● Essay [15]: Which argument is more convincing, A’s or B’s?
○ Your answer should consider both arguments, and you should support your point of view with their words.
○ You should also consider:
■ the strength of their reasoning and evidence
■ their use of language
■ different types of information: Facts, Opinions, Predictions, Value Judgments, and Vested Interests

Question 4 [24 marks] essay; use the provided source materials to make a case to support a personal opinion or perspective.

● A Government is considering:
○ Option 1
 ○ Option 2
○ Option 3

● Which one of these actions would you recommend to the government, and why?
○ In your answer you should:
○ state your recommendation/opinion
○ give reasons to support your choice/opinion
○ use the material in the Sources and/or any of your own ideas
○ consider different arguments and perspectives.
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