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Friends, recreation and pastimes: Sample answers and marking criteria

Note: These activities are for practice in answering HSC examination–style questions. The sample answers do not necessarily represent the only correct answer (with the exception of multiple choice).

Activity 1

Why is Ramsey confused?

Marking criteria

Demonstrates a thorough understanding of why Ramsey is confused	3 marks
Demonstrates a good understanding of why Ramsey is confused	2 marks
Provides some relevant information	1 mark

Sample answer
He is confused because he doesn’t want to upset either of his two friends Khalid or Samir. Each of them has asked him to go out tomorrow, but he cannot decide what to do as the two do not talk to each other.

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Activity 2

a) What is Layla doing on Friday night?

Marking criteria

Identifies what Layla is doing on Friday night

1 mark

Sample answer
Layla is going to an Arabic party.

b) How does Michael respond to her suggestion?

Demonstrates a thorough understanding of how Michael responds to her suggestion	3 marks
Demonstrates a good understanding of how Michael responds to her suggestion	2 marks
Provides some relevant information	1 mark

Sample answer
At the beginning, he rejects the idea of going to the Arabic party with Layla and her friends, but as she persists and explains that it will be an interesting experience including a variety of Arabic food and belly dancing, Michael agrees to go with them.

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