VCE English Question Thread

[GeniDoi]

I'm writing a hybrid-ish piece for context (whose reality) and I want to quote some parts a book that isn't in the same genre as The Lot, but lends to similar issues and ideas. Is it okay if the quote is several lines long?

[literally lauren]

I'm writing a hybrid-ish piece for context (whose reality) and I want to quote some parts a book that isn't in the same genre as The Lot, but lends to similar issues and ideas. Is it okay if the quote is several lines long?

Define "several lines" ie. what's your handwriting like?
I can't imagine the assessors having a problem with it - a lot of pieces open with a quote from someone else, be it the author of their text, or just some related general concept - just make sure you're incorporating it in a valid way, and not sticking it there in place of your own discussion. Letting the examples do the work for you is a big no-no; you need to be able to explain it's relevance to the assessor as they won't make these connections on your behalf.

Maybe post the quote here, and I can give you some indication of how you could modify it so that it doesn't have to be too lengthy?

[cosine]

Can someone please give me a rundown on what to include in the intro of context? I am doing expository and identity and belonging

[99.90 pls]

For language analysis, if a device you want to point out seems kind of obscure (e.g. citing "eight per cent" instead of "8%" hides the statistic since it blends in with the other words), should we scrap it? Or should we justify it by saying why we think it's significant, in brackets? For instance, "(figures are usually used in conjunction with percentages)"

[Mc47]

Can someone please give me a rundown on what to include in the intro of context? I am doing expository and identity and belonging

Whatever you want really

I don't think it's as strict as in language analysis

I just note my main points, expand on them a little and then tie it all into the prompt

[pi]

For language analysis, if a device you want to point out seems kind of obscure (e.g. citing "eight per cent" instead of "8%" hides the statistic since it blends in with the other words), should we scrap it? Or should we justify it by saying why we think it's significant, in brackets? For instance, "(figures are usually used in conjunction with percentages)"

I think that's fine, I wouldn't justify it in brackets but just justify it as part of your analysis. Try to avoid brackets anywhere if you can (I have a bad habit of it too haha).

[Adequace]

Is there any benefit of bringing a dictionary in to any English SAC/exam, I have a pretty good dictionary but it's also a thesaurus so it won't be allowed. I'm just wondering if I should buy a new dictionary for VCE English...I'd rather not tbf 

[literally lauren]

Is there any benefit of bringing a dictionary in to any English SAC/exam, I have a pretty good dictionary but it's also a thesaurus so it won't be allowed. I'm just wondering if I should buy a new dictionary for VCE English...I'd rather not tbf 

YES 100% BRING A DICTIONARY!

In all likelihood, you won't need it, but imagine if you're staring at the Text Response prompts and there's a word you don't understand - that instantly stops you from being able to write on that prompt effectively. Worse still, what if it's in the Context prompt - then you have no choice.

Even for words that you 'know' but don't quite 'get' - a formal dictionary definition can be invaluable for making things super clear and allowing you to write your piece safely.

If you don't have a non-thesaurus version, maybe borrow one off a nearby friend or neighbour? Your school might have some too, but these tend to disappear on the morning of the English exam fairly quickly, so you probably won't be able to rely on them being there.

[imaware]

In regards to text response, how much "construction"or metalanguage do we need to employ for the 9-10 marks.
And in regards to in depth analysis of particular quotes and scenes, how much in detail are we meant to go?

Thanks

[pi]

Dictionaries can also be bought second hand from all those charity stores (St Vinnies, Salvos, etc.) for about $2. Although hopefully y'all have one by now

[cameotodd]

There's like a mini section in my dictionary in the middle which goes over grammar and stuff... would this be allowed? I've been using it the whole year for SACs and stuff but not sure about the exam.

[pi]

There's like a mini section in my dictionary in the middle which goes over grammar and stuff... would this be allowed? I've been using it the whole year for SACs and stuff but not sure about the exam.

Best to get something else if you can, although I doubt anyone well check or care.

[Mc47]

There's like a mini section in my dictionary in the middle which goes over grammar and stuff... would this be allowed? I've been using it the whole year for SACs and stuff but not sure about the exam.

Just rip out those pages if you're unsure

[djsbrks]

How many outside sources at the least do we need for context? I've got 2 but my third one is a bit hazy still..

[duo0024]

Is there some sort of trick to identify the 'key players' in L.A faster? I tend to spend along time during reading time trying to identify them and make links between the article, comments and visuals.
THANKS!