English Advanced Question Thread

[WLalex]

If the creative writing stimulus is a quote in first person can you change it to third person or vice versa to suit your story?

Thanks : )

[marynguyen18]

If the creative writing stimulus is say in first person can you change it to third person or vice versa?

Thanks : )

if the stimulus says first person i think it would best to keep with first person and if your creative is in third person change it to first person

[WLalex]

if the stimulus says first person i think it would best to keep with first person and if your creative is in third person change it to first person

Sorry, I think my wording has confused you, I mean if the stimulus is a quote in first person

[thecuttlefish]

Hey quick question for anyone doing Yeats for module b. I've been writing an essay for the 2015 paper but I only have two poems that I've related to "uncertainty in changing times". I've already written about Wild Swans at Coole and Easter 1916 and I was going to do An Irish Airman Foresees his Death, bc I thought I could talk about mortality in reference to the changing times part. When I went back over the poem though, I didn't find much I could relate to uncertainty.  Does anyone know of any techniques I could use to build a paragraph or another poem that would be better suited?

[justdoit]

Hi, thanks for your reply!

Sorry, I meant forms of texts for poems, book extracts etc

[marynguyen18]

Sorry, I think my wording has confused you, I mean if the stimulus is a quote in first person

i would still say the same thing make sure you use the quote in your creative as well

[daatarz]

Hey guys, just wondering if it would be (or is even necessary to do either) better to say using words such as "blah, blah & blah" or a full sentence (in which case are there any buzz words I would need in it?).  Basically I'm wondering if a quote is really necessary and if so what kind of quote could prove this? I have enough techniques otherwise btw.

This sentence wasnt/isnt really a part of my analysis that much but more so was just me introducing the context and manner of Keating's speech, it basically states : "Through an apologetic and reflective tone throughout the speech, Keating addressed a largely Aboriginal audience in Redfern, one that had been marginalised and ignored in Australian history."

[Elenaa]

Hi !
Just wondering if mod C could ask for 2 related texts or just 1?

[sudodds]

Hi !
Just wondering if mod C could ask for 2 related texts or just 1?

Technically they could but its very unlikely. The most they'll probably ask is "at least ONE" which means that if you have two use two, but if you only have one you'll still be fine

[elysepopplewell]

Sorry, I think my wording has confused you, I mean if the stimulus is a quote in first person

I think the same advice still applies - there is no official word on a doc from BOSTES about this, but I believe that twisting the tense (as long as that's all your changing) is fine

[hmmo_o]

Hello!!
I've been noticing as I went through some past papers and essays, that my handwriting has been getting worse and worse.
I don't know when this suddenly became a problem, because I've been known to have one of the neatest handwritings in my grade (don't think I am anymore) and I truly did not consider it as I thought it would improve with time. (Since Trials, I mean.)
My hands get so shaky in the last 30 mins of the 2 hour English practice sessions, and I genuinely worry that my writing might be illegible in the exam papers. Kind of hard to ask because I can't really show my writing here, and I feel that there isn't really anything much I can do about it - but could you please give me any suggestions??

[vyca]

Hello!!
I've been noticing as I went through some past papers and essays, that my handwriting has been getting worse and worse.
I don't know when this suddenly became a problem, because I've been known to have one of the neatest handwritings in my grade (don't think I am anymore) and I truly did not consider it as I thought it would improve with time. (Since Trials, I mean.)
My hands get so shaky in the last 30 mins of the 2 hour English practice sessions, and I genuinely worry that my writing might be illegible in the exam papers. Kind of hard to ask because I can't really show my writing here, and I feel that there isn't really anything much I can do about it - but could you please give me any suggestions??

My personal opinion, is just to slow down a tad when you start to see you hand writing becoming illegible. I think it'd be better to have an unfinished/shortened but readable essay rather than a complete essay that can't be read?

[BPunjabi]

Hey Guys!
Sorry I did Not know where to put this so feel free to move it to another thread. I was wondering If anyone could tell me what mark I would get for each question. Please notice, I did not do well in the comprehension part of the Trial (6/15) so I am taking extra precaution with my answers and I write more than what the question tells me.

Thanks,
Bobby
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Link to Exam: http://www.willoughby.nsw.gov.au/DownloadDocument.ashx?DocumentID=11096

a) Identify ONE technique presented in the visual text that conveys an aspect of discovery
The vector lines of the sea suggest happiness and escape as if the protagonists are being contrasted against being stuck on the dry beach, looking forward to discovering new scenery. The metaphorical "loose yourself" parallels with the happiness expressed by the personas as they are rediscovering or finding feelings of excitement.
Mark:  /2

b) How are new discoveries revealed in O'Donohue's poem
Through the extended imagery of O'Donohue's Poem, it is evident that the second person narration of "Another road takes you Into a world you were never in" indicates the persona witnessing an exploration of physical and self alluded by the "touches that part of the heart" and "where you will discover more of your hidden life". This poem conveys attitudes of newly explored journey which is about to commence as they persona rediscovers what was forgotten being "changed since your last visit" being an example of rhetorical question.
Mark:  /2

c) Illustrate how the remote mountain walk challenges the persona's assumption of the "best restaurant in Italy"
Rorgers 'Just Back:a heavenly walk in Italy' features a group of people exploring the country of Italy, finding new customs and having an unexpected exploration up a mountain. The Best restaurant of Italy is conveyed by Nino's picnic as the scenery of the villages and cathedrals are from a sky point of view. First person narration gives the account of the persona who is exploring this mountain side, notioning all the wonderful items found symbolising the provincial mark of Italy. The imagery of "rocky hills", "wild thyme" and "the village of Priano" helps the audience visualise the scenery which Nino is showing to the tourists.
Mark:  /3

d) Discuss how the article appeals to people who wish to discover new experiences when travelling
Tang's article 'How to go off the grid when you travel' is a great read for those who want to distance them self from technology and enhance their exploration. The concepts put forward such as "leaving your phone at home" and the ironic "need to be validated by their likes" puts the audience out of their comfort zone, giving them a chance to make a change in their journey. The symbolic "unmapped Gems" refers to the unexplored sites which are deemed to be beautiful in nature and resource.
Mark:  /3

e) Evaluate the effectiveness of TWO texts showing how new discoveries can stimulate new ways of thinking
New discoveries are enhanced by exploring what is unknown and distancing oneself from objects which distract the beauty of the journey. Philip Tang's 'How to go off the grid when you travel' and Janet Rorgers 'Just Back:a heavenly walk in Italy', convey ideas of new ways of thinking as they discover different attractions which cannot be missed for the sake of social media. Rorgers puts forward this concept by giving a first person account notioning all the wonderful items found symbolising the provincial mark of Italy. The imagery of "rocky hills", "wild thyme" and "the village of Priano" helps the audience visualise the new scenery which Nino is showing to the tourists. In comparison, Tang brings forward concepts such as "leaving your phone at home" and the ironic "need to be validated by their likes" puts the audience out of their comfort zone, giving them a chance to make a change in their journey. The symbolic "unmapped Gems" refers to the unexplored sites which are deemed to be beautiful in nature and resource. It is evident that these ideas stimulate new and varied ways of thinking due to distancing ones self from social media and grasping ideal concepts.
Mark:  /5

[studybuddy7777]

Hey bobby,

Could you possibly upload the texts as well so we could have a look and compare texts to what you have written?

Cheers,
Braden

[BPunjabi]

Hey bobby,

Could you possibly upload the texts as well so we could have a look and compare texts to what you have written?

Cheers,
Braden

Oh shit totally forgot! Will do that now!