Assessed task: Hannibal and 2nd Punic War
What is the task?
Imagine you are part of Hannibal’s army during the 2nd Punic War. Write 4 postcards home
to your family, at various interesting points in the journey, telling friends and family in
Carthage about what you have experienced. Try to include as many historical facts and
details as possible e.g. accurate dates, Hannibal’s personality & tactics, how you have
overcome obstacles, the weather, details of battles fought, problems experienced, your
hopes/chances of victory etc.
How should I start?
1. You already have some notes on the 2nd Punic wars and have watched videos on the
main events. There is also information in your textbook pages 18-21.
2. First you need to decide which 4 main events you will describe in your 4 postcards.
Try to pick events that you have plenty of information already for and that will
make for interesting reading.
3. Now you need to plan the main details that you intend to include in each postcard.
This will be best done on computer. Create 4 titles: postcard 1, postcard 2 etc. Now
underneath each one in bullet points list: the main event, the date of the postcard,
any details you have of the event – be specific e.g. numbers of troops, name of
generals etc.
4. Once you have done this you need to look at the information you have and decide
whether you need more information for any of your 4 postcards. If you do then use
the textbook and/or the Internet to try and ‘fact find’ extra details. The website:
www.mrwright.wikispaces.com has some useful links and YouTube videos, just follow
the right links!
5. Once you are happy that you have enough specific information then you should start
drafting your full postcards. Remember to use your own words and try to be
empathetic. Refer to the mark scheme to ensure that you are meeting the
requirements.
6. Finally you need to proof read your work and lay it out in a postcard format. You
should include a picture on the reverse just like a real postcard and this can be hand
drawn or printed.
7. Now double check spelling/grammar etc and hand in your work on time! As long as
you have followed these instructions and asked for help when you needed it then you
have nothing to worry about: good job!
Assessed task: Hannibal and 2nd Punic War
Mark Scheme
A* grades will be awarded to exceptional pieces of work that combine superb detail,
accuracy and empathy along with excellent presentation beyond what would usually be
expected in year 7. Such pieces of work will also show clear evidence of extended
research beyond the materials used in class.