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: ○ ○ ○ ● [24] 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.
