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Minimum Standard Writing Test
Minimum Standard Writing Test
One question based on a visual or text prompt with up to a 500 word-response
Marked by trained markers according to the achievement level descriptions and the following, equally weighted, criteria: relevance of writing to the topic; structure and sequence of ideas and control of language
HSC Minimum Standards - Writing - Descriptors.pdfLevel 3 – HSC minimum standard
Level 3 – HSC minimum standard
Individuals performing at this level typically produce a range of familiar texts with appropriate grammatical structures and writing conventions. They sequence writing to produce cohesive texts and vary language to suit the audience and purpose. They use a range of formal and informal language, and appropriate vocabulary with increasing precision for the audience and context. They use tense appropriately, and simple, compound and some complex sentences. They use punctuation to aid understanding. They spell frequently used words with reasonable accuracy, and use strategies to spell unfamiliar words.
HSC Minimum Standards - Writing - Top Things to Remember.pdfHSC Minimum Standards - Writing - Level 1 Samples.pdfHSC Minimum Standards - Writing - Level 2 Samples.pdfHSC Minimum Standards - Writing - Level 3 Samples.pdfHSC Minimum Standards - Writing - Level 4 Samples.pdfSample Questions (With Visual Stimulus)
Sample Questions (With Visual Stimulus)
Look at the photograph below.
Write about a time that you dared to be different.
Look at the photograph below.
Compose a piece of writing about teamwork.
Look at the photograph below.
Compose a piece of writing about how smartphones have taken over our lives.
Look at the photograph below.
Compose a piece of writing about a great experience you have had.
Look at the photograph below.
Compose a piece of writing about the importance of healthy eating.
Look at the photograph below.
Compose a piece of writing about a time that you felt like this.
Look at the photograph below.
Compose a piece of writing about an adventure you've been on.
Look at the photograph below
Compose a piece of writing about why people should ride bikes more.
Sample Questions (Text Stimulus)
Sample Questions (Text Stimulus)
Write about the person who has had the most influence on you.
Write about the importance of being kind.
Write about your favourite thing to do in your spare time.
Write about about an enjoyable day that you have had.
Write about a time in your life when you have felt stressed.
Write about a challenge that you have overcome.
Write about a significant person in your family.
Write about a memory that you you treasure.
Write about an event that you will never forget.
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