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Year 7 History Research
Assessment Task
OUTCOMES BEING ASSESSED:
Ancient Egypt and its
HT4-1 describes the nature of history and archaeology and explains their contribution to an understanding of the past
HT4-2 describes major periods of historical time and sequences events, people and societies from the past
HT4-3 describes and assesses the motives and actions of past individuals and groups in the context of past societies
HT4-6 uses evidence from sources to support historical narratives and explanations
HT4-7 identifies and describes different contexts, perspectives and interpretations of the past
HT4-8 locates, selects and organises information from sources to develop an historical inquiry
HT4-9 uses a range of historical terms and concepts when communicating an understanding of the past
HT4-10 selects and uses appropriate oral, written, visual and digital forms to communicate about the past
Civilisation
Your Task:
You are to select one topic from the list of Topics below. Once you have
chosen your topic, you then need to select the format of the presentation that
you would like to produce.
You must include a Bibliography of 3-5 sources (list of books and websites that
you got your information from).
MARKING CRITERIA
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Students present their chosen tasks about ancient Egypt which is both detailed and accurate.
The chosen task has been thoroughly covered and presentation is of a high standard. Visual aids
have been used where applicable Students locate, select and organise their information from
range of sources.
25– 30
Students present their chosen task about ancient Egypt which is detailed and accurate. The
chosen task has been covered and the presentation of the task is neat and tidy. Students
demonstrate solid research skills and use of variety of sources.
20—24
Students present their chosen task about ancient Egypt which is satisfactory.
The chosen task has been covered and presentation of the task is acceptable.
Visual aids have been used where applicable. Students locate, select and organise information
from a limited number of sources.
11-19
Students present their chosen task about ancient Egypt which is elementary.
The chosen tasks is lacking a clear logical structure. A brief statement about the chosen topic on
ancient Egyptian society. Minimal demonstration of research.
5-10
Students have failed to meet the outcomes for this task. Not attempted or plagiarized (copy and
paste).
0-5
Assessment Weighting: 30% of assessment grade
Select ONE topic from the following list:Gods and Religion – You will need to examine at least 4-6 different gods
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What they were the gods of
What did they look like
How were they worshipped
Where were their temples
Stories/legends associated
Pyramids – You will need to choose at least 4 famous pyramids
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Whose pyramids are they
Who built them
Why were they built
Materials used
Location (Map)
Famous Egyptians
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Name, date and location lived (must be a real person)
Detailed research on why they were famous
Food
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How were they able to grow food and why were they so successful
What foods did rich and poor people eat
How did they prepare/cook their food
Create a menu
Leisure Activities
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What did rich and poor people do for fun in their spare time
Music and dance
Poetry
Games, etc
Myths
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You will need to research some famous myths and recount them
Temples
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Who built them (architect/pharaoh)
Location
Purpose of the temple
Method of construction and Materials
Construction workers
Occupations – You will need to research and discuss at least 3 occupations
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Scribe
Priest
Farmer
Architect
Mason
Artisan
Mummification
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Why mummify people
Who performs mummifications
Explain the process in detail
Select ONE of the following presentation formats:Poster
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Create a poster (A2-A3 size) on cardboard with illustrations, drawings and maps etc
You will need to include approx 200 words about your topic.
3D Model
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You will need to create a model of your chosen item (remember you need to be able to transport
it to school).
You will need to include approx 200 words about your item.
Research Essay
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You will need to research and write approximately 500 words about your chosen topic.
Brochure/Pamphlet
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You will need to design a brochure about your chosen topic
You need to include pictures, drawings, maps etc
You need to include approx 200 words about your chosen topic
Power point
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You need to include 7-10 slides
Your slides need to contain pictures, diagrams, maps, etc
You need to include approx 200 words about your chosen topic
Movie
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You will need to script and record a 2-3 minute movie about you chosen topic
You need to ensure that the format your movie is recorded in can be played on the school’s
computers.
Artwork – you can create one of the following:
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Painting
Sculpture
Drawing/illustration
Graphic Novel
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Your graphic novel will need to be 4-6 pages in length
You will need to include colour/black and white pictures illustrating your text
You need to include approx 200 words about your chosen topic
Performance / Oral Presentation
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You will need to script and perform a 2-3 minute presentation
A scene from a play you have written about you topic
A poem about you topic
You can use costumes and props to enhance your performance
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MARK
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