Unit Standard 27984 version1: Read and understand simple texts for practical purposes (EL)

This assessment task assesses one of two tasks required by this unit standard.

NCEA LEVEL 2

Unit standard Elements and performance criteria

Unit standard 27984, version 1

Read and understand simple texts for practical purposes (EL).

Element 1: Read and understand simple texts for practical purposes (EL).

Range: two texts from separate contexts, assessed on separate occasions.

Performance criteria

1.1 The purpose of each text is identified.

1.2 Practical information is obtained from the text.

1.3 The meaning of essential vocabulary as used in each text is identified.

Range: ten words.

Teacher guidelines

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Unit standard 27984, version 1 Read and understand simple texts for practical purposes (EL).

Level 2 7 credits

Conditions All assessment activities must be conducted in English, which must

not be the student’s first language. Understanding may be demonstrated by oral or written response. Written responses need not be grammatically correct, or in sentence

form, but errors must not interfere with meaning. A bilingual and/or English dictionary but not an electronic translator

may be used. Assistance may be given to understand the requirements of the task.

Learning contextAssessment should follow class activities in which the students have had the opportunity to become familiar with the topic and vocabulary through a range of listening, speaking and writing activities. The question types should also be familiar to the students and this can be achieved by including similar question types in the formative work. The English Language Intensive Programme (ELIP) Stage 2, has suggested teaching components, strategies, language features and sample texts on evaporation (6c); ‘How to use a Calculator’(6d); ‘Growing a Bean Seed’ (12d); ‘How to Recycle Aluminium Cans’ (21c); ‘To make a Model of a Cell’ (21d)Note, in this standard it is important that instructions contain an imperative verb form and for some of them to include more than one clause.

Notes for Assessors It is important to be aware of the special notes of the unit standard.   Each of the two texts should be assessed at a different time as part

of a wider area of study. Students should not have seen the text before the assessment

activity. Refer to your school’s policies before offering further assessment

opportunities. If resubmission takes place, the assessor should ensure that the

correct answers are not inadvertently indicated prior to the resubmission opportunity.

It is important that students can carry out the instructions independently. Assessors need to ensure that students cannot observe and copy the actions of other students.

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Student instructions

Unit standard 27984, version 1 Read and understand simple texts for practical purposes (EL)

Level 2 7 credits

Element 1: Read and understand simple texts for practical purposes (EL).Range: two texts from separate contexts, assessed on separate occasions.

Task: Read Instructions: How to Attend Mass

Conditions Do this activity in class. You may ask for help to understand what you need to do. You may use a bilingual and/or English dictionary but not an

electronic translator. Your spelling and grammar do not need to be perfect but your

teacher needs to be able to understand what you mean.

Student checklist: Task 1

In this assessment task you will need to show that you can do the following:

Identify why the text was written using layout, and any headings, illustrations or diagrams.

1.1

Follow the instructions in the text to complete the task. 1.2

Give the meaning of ten important words from the text. 1.3

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Reading text How to Attend Mass

Introduction

At Sacred Heart College, Mass is held in the Chapel every Thursday at lunchtime. It is not compulsory but we are a Christian Catholic school and students and staff are strongly encouraged to attend. The Mass is the most important sacramental celebration of the Church and is part of your education at this school. It always follows a set order.

Rituals Entering the Church

As you enter the Chapel for Thursday Mass you will see the font on the left near the front door. Students dip their hands in Holy Water and make the Sign of the Cross. This is a sign of respect and to show we remember Jesus died on the Cross. You then take your place on a pew. We can see the altar with the candles and chalice ready for Mass. The Priest wears his colourful robes and stands at the front of the church.

Special Items in the Church: Match words with correct picture

the altar the lectern the Priest’s chair the crucifix the chalice the altar breads the candles the chasuble or Priest’s robes

The Structure of the Mass

Beginning

First we are welcomed to the Church and the Priest says the special prayer for the day.

Then the Mass has two main parts:

SHC Mass

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Part 1 - The Liturgy of the Word is the part of the service when we listen to words from the Bible which is on the lectern. There is a first reading usually from the Old Testament and sometimes a second reading taken from a letter written by one of the apostles or followers of Jesus. Father Stephen sits on the right side of the altar in the Priest’s Chair while the chapel prefects read to us. In some parts of the service we are required to join in, which can sometimes be difficult if you are new to the school. Students should try to be mindful of what is happening and follow the actions of others, in order to be respectful to the manners and traditions in the Chapel.

The Priest will also talk to students about the meaning of the readings or tell a story to help explain their meaning. This is called the homily and it is a time to listen quietly and to think about how we can improve our own lives.

The Liturgy of the Word ends with a prayer when we pray as a community for all of God’s world.

Part 2 - The Liturgy of the Eucharist is the second main part of the service. The priest starts by lifting up the chalice and says a special prayer over the bread and wine, starting with the words “Holy, holy, holy…” We hear how the Eucharist came to be through Jesus’ actions at The Last Supper.

Catholics believe it is through the Priest saying these words that the bread and wine is changed into Jesus’ Body and Blood.

Next we say the Our Father prayer before praying for peace for the world and each other. We then turn to people around us and shake hands to share the Sign of Peace. During Holy Communion students stand and line up in front of the Priest, or Chapel prefects, to receive the Body and Blood of Christ through the symbols of bread and wine. If you are a non-Catholic you can still participate by lining up to receive a blessing. After receiving Communion we sit quietly to pray and give thanks silently. We can also see important items around the chapel like the crucifix and The Stations of the Cross which help to remind us that Jesus died on the cross for all people.

Ending

At the end of the Mass, the Priest blesses us and asks us to “go in peace and serve God”. We are sent out into the school and the world to do our best in our daily lives.

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(Adapted from The Eucharist and the Church’s Year 9C – Religious Education Programme for Catholic Secondary Schools in Aotearoa New Zealand.)

Student Assessment Task

Unit standard 27984, version 1 Read and understand simple texts for practical purposes (EL).

Level 2 7 credits

Name ……………………………………………………... Date ………………

Read the text and answer the questions below.1.1 The purpose of each text is identified with reference to layout, and any headings or graphics.

Read the text and look carefully at the layout, heading, and diagram.

a. What is the purpose of the text? Tick the correct purpose.

i) To talk about the inside of the Chapel

ii) To explain what to do at school Mass

iii) To give information about the Catholic Church in New Zealand

b. How did the layout, headings and graphics help you to find out the purpose of the text?The layout helped me to know the purpose of the text because…..………………………………………………………………………………………..

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The headings helped me to know the purpose of the text because…..…………………………………………………………………………………………..

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The graphics helped me know the purpose of the text because….

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1.2 Practical information is obtained from the text.

1. Label the equipment by choosing the correct word from the box below.

altar lectern Priest’s chair crucifix chalice candles altar breads chasuble (Priest’s robes)

a. b. c. d.

______________ ______________ ______________ ______________

2. True or False. Circle ‘ T’ if you think the statement is true. Circle ‘ F’ if you think the statement is false. i) There is only one main part to Mass on Thursdays. T / F

ii) If you are a non-Catholic you can receive the altar breads. T / F

iii) Before the Mass ends the Priest blesses us. T / F

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3. Draw a diagram of the inside of the Chapel during Mass in the space below. Be sure to include:

1. front doors2. font 3. rows of pews 4. Priest5. altar with: a) chalice b) altar breads c) Holy Bible

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1.3 The meaning of essential vocabulary used in the text is given.

Complete the sentences below using one of the words below. You can use a dictionary.

blesses symbols cross font

Priest candles compulsory pray

mindful pew prayer Catholic

a) We make the Sign of the Cross by placing our hands into the Holy Water in the _______________ as we enter the Chapel.

b) _______________ are lit and placed on the altar during Mass to honour Christ.

c) The altar breads and wine are _______________ that represent the Body and Blood of Christ.

d) Students should sit quietly on their _______________ and listen carefully to the homily.

e) Thursday Mass is not _______________ but it is expected that students attend.

f) Usually the _______________ will help us understand the readings and message from the Bible or explain it through a story.

g) Sacred Heart College is a Christian _______________ boys’ secondary school with a proud history. h) We show respect by being _______________ of the traditions of Mass. i) We say the Our Father_______________ during the Liturgy of the Eucharist.

j) At the end of the Mass the Priest _______________ us.

k) During Mass we remember Christ died on the _______________.

l) After receiving Communion we _______________ silently for our own needs.

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Assessment schedule: Task – Read Instructions: How to Attend Mass

Unit standard 27984, version 1 Read and understand simple texts for practical purposes (EL)

Level 2 7 credits

Element 1: Read and understand simple texts for practical purposes (EL).Range: Two texts from separate contexts, assessed on separate occasions.

PC Evidence Judgement

1.1 1a. The correct answer is ii)

1b. Answers similar to: The title tells me it is about how to attend Mass.The headings are about the different parts of Mass and what to do.There are lists with bullet points and numbers.The pictures help me understand the meaning.

The purpose of the text is identified. Answers show that layout, headings, and diagrams have been used to identify the text.

1a) Answer is correct.1b) At least two reasons that refer to features of layout or heading or diagram.

1.2 1. a) chalice b) altar c) chasuble or Priest’s robes d) candles

2. i) F ii) F iii) T

3. 8 items are drawn and correctly labelled.

1. All four items are labelled correctly.

2. All answers are correct.

3. Instructions are followed.

1.33. Correct answers are:a) fontb) candlesc) symbolsd) pewe) compulsoryf) Priestg) Catholich) mindfuli) Prayerj) blessesk) crossl) pray

The meaning of essential vocabulary as used in the text is given.

10 out of 12 answers are correct.

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