English Advanced Question Thread

[jamonwindeyer]

Yeah everyone says integrated response is better

HSC markers and teachers dislike block responses unless it is done exceptionally well

Markers don't dislike block responses by themselves, you can definitely get a 20/20 with a block response no dramas.

However, integrated responses make it a little easier (in my opinion) to draw links between the texts, and usually result in more conceptual, less text driven responses. It is the implicit benefits of integrating that would cause any preference, not the form itself. I've seen plenty of amazing block responses. Integrated is my preference and what I advise as being a little easier to access high mark ranges, but it does have its own drawbacks  it's all down to the quality of the essay at the end of the day!

[conic curve]

Markers don't dislike block responses by themselves, you can definitely get a 20/20 with a block response no dramas.

However, integrated responses make it a little easier (in my opinion) to draw links between the texts, and usually result in more conceptual, less text driven responses. It is the implicit benefits of integrating that would cause any preference, not the form itself. I've seen plenty of amazing block responses. Integrated is my preference and what I advise as being a little easier to access high mark ranges, but it does have its own drawbacks  it's all down to the quality of the essay at the end of the day!

True

The funny thing is most of the sample essays given to you are integrated responses, not block responses so if you plan to do a block response, the you're not going to be in much luck in finding resources to help you develop you block response.

Maybe I misheard because I remember my English teacher in year 10 saying something like hsc markers don't like block responses unless they are done to perfection

[jamonwindeyer]

True

The funny thing is most of the sample essays given to you are integrated responses, not block responses so if you plan to do a block response, the you're not going to be in much luck in finding resources to help you develop you block response.

Maybe I misheard because I remember my English teacher in year 10 saying something like hsc markers don't like block responses unless they are done to perfection

This is true, there would be more integrated responses as exemplars than block responses, getting a 20/20 can be easier (easier to compare, more conceptual) with an integrated response. But integrated responses can be harder too; they require more succinct expression, and it is very easy to lose direction and focus.

One of the best essays I've ever read was an exemplar given to me by my English teacher (a HSC marker). 20/20 block response! HSC markers will give credit to either despite popular misconception 

[conic curve]

This is true, there would be more integrated responses as exemplars than block responses, getting a 20/20 can be easier (easier to compare, more conceptual) with an integrated response. But integrated responses can be harder too; they require more succinct expression, and it is very easy to lose direction and focus.

One of the best essays I've ever read was an exemplar given to me by my English teacher (a HSC marker). 20/20 block response! HSC markers will give credit to either despite popular misconception 

Woah. But the most common essays are integrated obviously so it's best we stick with that

[jamonwindeyer]

Woah. But the most common essays are integrated obviously so it's best we stick with that

I do recommend it based on personal experience alone 

[RuiAce]

Personally using different themes for your prescribed and related text feels pointless. Don't you want to compare the texts and show how your related text is related?

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Personally using different themes for your prescribed and related text feels pointless. Don't you want to compare the texts and show how your related text is related?

Yes and isn't that done through themes where you have to compare similar themes in both texts?

[RuiAce]

Yes and isn't that done through themes where you have to compare similar themes in both texts?

Of course

[lha]

how hard is paper 1 compared to paper 2 usually?

[RuiAce]

how hard is paper 1 compared to paper 2 usually?

Personal opinion = Way easier

I got like 40/45 and 34/60 for my trials in paper 1 and 2 respectively...

[lha]

whats an easy or easier way to memorise quotes?

how many hours should I be spending on studying english?

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[conic curve]

whats an easy or easier way to memorise quotes?

Personally I would think applying them through your essays is the best way to remember it. Like maths and how you apply your formulas to the questions, you apply your quotes to the question and that way it'll stick to you

I hope that helps 

[jamonwindeyer]

how hard is paper 1 compared to paper 2 usually?

I'll ditto with Rui and say I prefer Paper 1 over Paper 2, although the Creative Writing is a tad nasty 

Remember Paper 2 is also tailored to Advanced students, so will naturally be a little more difficult than Paper 1 which accommodates everyone! 

But overall it is down to personal preference, both are tough! 

[conic curve]

I'll ditto with Rui and say I prefer Paper 1 over Paper 2, although the Creative Writing is a tad nasty 

Remember Paper 2 is also tailored to Advanced students, so will naturally be a little more difficult than Paper 1 which accommodates everyone! 

But overall it is down to personal preference, both are tough! 

Personally I think the modules are easier mainly because they are more essay orientated

[jamonwindeyer]

whats an easy or easier way to memorise quotes?

how many hours should I be spending on studying english?

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I made summary sheets for my quotes!! You can also record yourself saying the quotes and techniques, I did this too and it worked for me quite well  I used to read and try to recite my summary sheets right before bed, it is actually easier to retain information right before you go to bed! 

The amount of time you spend studying depends on you as a student and your other subjects, at least as long as you spend studying of other subjects! Instead of time; think of goals. Heading into an exam you should have a solid memory of your texts/quotes, and have attempted a few practice papers, as a minimum to be able to do well in the exam (in my opinion)