Northern Beaches Secondary College

Balgowlah Boys Campus

Year 8 2015

Half Yearly Examination Study Guide

CONTENTS

English ......................................................................................................... 1

Mathematics ................................................................................................. 2

Science ........................................................................................................ 3

Body Systems ...................................................................................... 4

Elements ............................................................................................. 6

Electricity ............................................................................................. 8

Geography ................................................................................................... 8

PDHPE ........................................................................................................ 10

Japanese ..................................................................................................... 11

French ........................................................................................................ 12

Drama ........................................................................................................ 13

Visual Arts ................................................................................................... 14

Music .......................................................................................................... 15

Technology ................................................................................................. 16

Co2 CARS ............................................................................................ 17

Robots................................................................................................ 18

NOTES: ....................................................................................................... 19

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English

Examination Length

Two Periods

Examination Format

4 sections:

Multiple choice responses- reading and responding to diverse stimulus similar to NAPLAN

Grammar, punctuation and spelling Short answer questions which require boys to identify and

explain specific language tools such as metaphors, similes and personification.

Extended Response: Students will be required to explore how ideas are represented in the Fantasy genre.

Topic Knowledge Skills

Literacy. Reading/viewing Multiple choice comprehension and short answer

Literacy

Language techniques Comprehension Reading/viewing

Understanding and

interpreting Responding to texts in

different mediums- visual, literacy & technologies

Time management in exam

Extended Response ‘Fantasy’

Higher order thinking- process of application.

Close knowledge of a specific text and manner in which language shapes meaning.

Capacity to make informed language choices, and structure text according to appropriate purpose, audience and context

Ability to explain the relationship between language and meaning

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Mathematics

Examination Length

Two Periods

Examination Format

Calculator allowed

Topic Knowledge Skills

Number

Number Decimals

Operations Long division Integers Rounding decimals, Terminating

& recurring decimals Operations with decimals Prime factors HCF, LCM Index Laws

Patterns & Algebra

Number patterns Algebraic arithmetic Substitution

Like terms Index notation Expanding, factorising Fractions

Measurement

Perimeter, Area & Volume Circles Pythagors’ Theorem

Surface area & volume of prisms Composite shapes Parts of Circles, Pi, area &

Circumference

Finding unknown sides, worded problems

Triads

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Science

Examination Time

One Period

Format

Section A

75 Short answer questions. Section B

5 x 5 mark questions. Part (a) 2 marks --- short response / label / identify.

Part (b) 3 marks --- longer response / skills / enrichment

How do I prepare

Topic Revision Sheet 1 Not examinable

Body Systems Elements Electricity

Revision Sheet 2

Body systems

1. Cover all the answers with a slip of paper. Read the question. Write your answers on the slip of paper. Continue reading and writing answers until you have completed all the questions. Uncover your answers. Check your work.

2. Ask your mum, dad, brother, sister or a friend to test you.

3. Make up a competition between your friends.

4. Revise all skills and enrichment activities associated with this topic.

Revision Sheet 3

Elements

See points 1-4 above.

Revision Sheet 4 Electricity

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See points 1-4 above.

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Science Body Systems

1. The smallest structural and functional unit of an organism.

Cell

2. A group of cells that carry out a particular function in the human body.

Tissue

3. A group of tissues that work together to carry out a particular function in the human body.

Organ

4. A group of organs that work together to carry out a specific function in the human body.

System

5. Identify 10 body systems. PTO

6. A protein that speeds up chemical changes. Enzyme

7. A complex food groups found in starchy foods: rice, potatoes, pasta. Identify: the enzyme that digests carbohydrates.

Carbohydrate – digested by carbohydras. (Example: amylase in saliva)

8. A complex food group found in foods such as: meat, fish, soy beans, cheese. Identify the enzyme that digests proteins.

Protein - digested by the enzyme: protease.

9. A complex food group found in foods such as: butter, cream. Identify the enzyme that digests fats.

Fats - digested by the enzyme: lipase.

10. The physical breakdown of food into smaller pieces. Mechanical digestion Mouth: chewing, Stomach: pummels

11. he chemical breakdown of food into smaller pieces. Chemical digestion Enzymes, Hydrochloric acid, bile.

12. A progressive wave of contraction and relaxation of the digestive tract.

Peristalsis.

13. Sketch and label a diagram to assist you in explaining the processes involved in digestion. Include a description of villi and there function.

PTO Mouth, teeth, salivary glands, oesophagus, sphincters, stomach, liver, pancreas, gall bladder, small intestine, large intestine, rectum.

14. Sketch and label a diagram to assist you in explaining the processes involved in breathing.

PTO Trachea, lungs, diaphragm, air pressure, Note: Answer in terms of air pressure. Specific labels not required (to be studied in Yr 9)

15. Construct a flow chart illustrating the flow of blood through the heart.

PTO Vena cava, right atrium, right ventricle, pulmonary artery, pulmonary vein, left atrium, left ventricle, aorta.

16. Recall the function of the constituents of blood: plasma, white &red blood cells, plasma, platelets.

PTO

The Skeletal system Unit 2.5: not examinable.

17. Waste from protein breakdown. Urea

18. The functional unit of a kidney that separates urea out of blood.

Nephron

19. Sketch and label a diagram to assist you in explaining the processes involved in the excretion of urea.

Below Renal Artery, urea, kidney, nephron, renal vein, heart, urine, ureter, bladder, urethra.

20. A drug that stops the body attacking a transplanted organ

Immunosuppressant

21. Would you donate a kidney? Prepared responses page 40

Plant systems Unit 2.8: not examinable

PRIMARY SKILLS: Dissection

2.1

2.4

2.3

2.5

2.6

2.7

2.8

2.2

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Small intestine: Absorbs nutrients into villi and so into capillaries

(bloodstream.) Villi are finger like projections that increase surface

area.

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Science Elements

1. Create a flowchart illustrating that you have a clear understanding of how matter can be classified.

Page 116

2. The attempt to turn base metals into precious metals like gold. Alchemy

3. A substance made up of the same type of particles. Pure substance.

4. A substance made up of different types of particles in no fixed ratio. A mixture can be physically separated. i.e. an impure substance.

Mixture. (Impure substance)

5. The smallest part of an element that still retains the properties of that element. Example: gold Au, silver Ag, carbon C, hydrogen H, chlorine Cl (refer to the periodic table)

Atom

6. A particle that contains only one type of atom. Example: gold Au, silver Ag, carbon C, hydrogen H2, chlorine Cl2. (refer to the Periodic table)

Element

7. The smallest particle of a substance that is capable of separate existance. Example: oxygen O2, hydrogen H2, water H2O, carbon dioxide CO2, neon Ne.

Molecule

8. A particle that contains one type of atom. Examples: oxygen (O2), hydrogen (H2), neon (Ne)

Molecule of an element

9. A particle made up of two or more different types of atoms. Example: water H20, carbon dioxide CO2, sodium chloride NaCl

Molecule of a Compound

10. A letter (or letters) of the alphabet used to represent an atom of a specific element. Examples: H, He, Li, Be, Ag, Au, U, C,O, Co (see periodic table)

Chemical symbol.

11. A collection of symbols and numbers that represent the number and type of atoms in a particle. Examples; H20, HCl, NH3, CH3COOH, CO

Chemical formula

12. A table that organises most of the known elements and provides a wealth of information.

Periodic table

13. Identify those areas on the Period table that are classified as metal, non-metals and metalloids.

Refer to the Periodic table.

14. A row across the Periodic table. Period

15. A column down the Periodic table. Group

16. Recall the names and symbols of the first 20 elements on the Periodic table

Refer to the Periodic table

17. I am the Russian Chemist who in 1869 published the first version of the Periodic table.

Dmitri Mendeeleev

18. The properties of a substance that can be observed or examined without changing the composition of the substance.

Physical properties

19. List 10 physical properties that can be used to classify a substance. State at room temperature, colour, hardness, density, melting point, boiling point, solubility, lustre (shininess), malleability (ability to bend), ductility (stretched into wire) heat conductivity electrical conductivity

20. Create molecules of a range of compounds using the molecular model kits.

Practical activity

21. Appreciate that use of elements and compounds by different cultures. See text

Practical skills: Investigating the Periodic table/Molecular model kits Laboratory equipment used to compare physical properties of elements / Decomposition of water.

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Science

Electricity

Geography

1. A form of energy resulting from the existence of charged particles (negative and positive). (1) Static: accumulation of charge (2) Moving: electric current

Electricity

2. A basic property of matter existing as two types: positive and negative. Electric Charge

3. The negative particle in an atom that can move through a conductor. Electron

4. An imbalance of electric charge that results in positive and negative charges residing in separate places.

Static electricity

5. A series of electrochemical cells designed to deliver electrical energy to a circuit.

Battery

6. A measurement of the energy contained in a charge. Voltage

7. Units used to measure voltage (electric potential). Volts

8. A meter used to measure the voltage across a device in a circuit. Voltmeter

9. The flow of electricity, such as the movement of charge (electrons), through a wire.

Electric current

10. Units used to measure current. Amps (ampere)

11. A meter used to measure how much electric current is flowing in a circuit.

Ammeter

12. A material that allows the flow of electric current. Conductor

13. A material that impedes the flow of electric current. Insulator

14. A pathway for electric current leading back to the same starting point. Electric circuit

15. A simplified diagram showing the pathways for electricity and the devices connected.

Circuit diagram

16. A wire, coloured yellow and green, that connects all three pronged appliances to the earth so that harmful currents do not pass through a person.

Earth wire

17. A circuit in which current travels along an unintended path. Example --- connecting a wire directly to two sides of a battery.

Short circuit

18. An automatically operated electrical switch designed to protect an electrical circuit from damage caused by overload or short circuit.

Circuit breaker

19. To make or produce. Generate

20. An electric component (eg. light) or a portion of a circuit that converts electrical energy into other forms of energy.

Load

21. SKILLS: (1) Draw circuit diagrams from a set of instructions. (2) Construct simple electric circuits using circuit diagrams.

Class work Page 216 – electric symbols and PTO

22. ENRICHMENT: Discuss changes that have taken place in the way we use electricity to produce light.

Pages 219 and 226

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Examination Length

One Period

Examination Format

All questions based upon students own knowledge and the supplied stimulus booklet

Exam includes 5 multiple choice questions All other questions are short answer

Topic Knowledge Skills

Globalisation

Role of technology in globalisation

Impacts of globalisation on cultures and economies

Use written and graphic skills

Topographic map skills Interpreting and

constructing graphs

Interpreting data tables Explanatory Short

responses Construct cohesive and

analytical written responses

Global Inequality

Distinctions between types of

poverty

Impacts of poverty Responses to poverty by non-

government organisations

Global Geographical Issues

Climate change impacts Sea level rise

Contentious opinions toward climate change

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PDHPE

Examination Length

One Period

Examination Format

Multiple Choice Short answer Source analysis Essay Question

Topic Knowledge Skills

Exploring risk

Defining Mental Health Common Mental Illnesses Signs and Symptoms of Mental Illness

Understanding and interpreting information Knowledge of facts and application of content

Support Networks Common Medication

Source Analysis

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Japanese

Examination Length

One Period

Examination Format

Reading Writing

Topic Knowledge Skills

Culture

5 main islands of Japan, Capital City Script recognition (recognise difference between Hiragana, Katakana and Kanji) Status – Senpai/Kouha Numbers – superstitions

General knowledge

Hiragana

Hiragana covered so far in class

Reading / Writing

Numbers

Understand and be able to write using the Japanese number system 1 to 99

Read / Writing

Greetings

Understand vocabulary for greetings – be able to read and write a basic self-introduction using Japanese

Reading /Writing

Dates

Months of the year Days of the month Birthdays

Reading / Writing

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French

Examination Length

One Period

Examination Format

Reading and writing skills. Exam will consist of: multiple choice cloze passage tasks reading passage tasks writing

Topic Knowledge Skills

Grammar

Present tense conjugation of être, avoir and faire. ER verb conjugation pattern Understand and use concepts of gender and plurality in relation to nouns and pronouns Definite and indefinite articles

Reading\writing

Introductions

How to introduce yourself and other people including: name, age, location, nationality

Reading/writing

Numbers: Time

Recognise and use concepts of telling the time in both 12 hour and 24 hour time

Reading/writing

School

School subjects and daily routine in relation to school

Reading/writing

Likes and dislikes

Expressing likes and dislikes in relation to school subjects

Reading/writing

Daily Routines

Expressing and understanding daily routines outside of school

Reading/writing

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Drama

Examination Length

One Period

Examination Format

Written

Topic Knowledge Skills

Improvisation

What is improvisation The relevant terminology used in improvisation What role does improvisation have in drama

Ability to describe improvisation using the relevant terminology. Ability to define the role of improvisation in drama

The Elements of Drama

What are the Elements of Drama Description of the Elements of Drama

Ability to communicate the Elements of Drama Describe the significance of each element.

Character Development

What things need to be considered when developing a character

Ability to communicate the varied attributes that need to be considered to create a character. Describe the importance and connection between character development and informing the audience through performance. Ability to creatively develop a character that will create belief.

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Visual Arts

Examination Length

One Period

Examination Format

Question 1 and 2 are short answer questions ranging from single word responses to vocabulary definitions. Question 3 is a comprehension task containing 2 marks to 4 mark responses. Question 4 and 5 are extended answer responses ranging from 2 marks to 6 mark responses.

Topic Knowledge Skills

Art Vocabulary

You will need to be able to write definitions for given art terminology.

Name and define - The meanings of specific

art terms given in the exam.

The Frames

You will need to be able to identify descriptions of the four frames: the cultural frame, the structural frame, the subjective frame and the postmodern frame.

Identify - Descriptions of the four

frames

Comprehension

You will be given an article about Leonardo Da Vinci and his inventions. You will be asked to answer questions using evidence from the text and images provided.

Comprehension - Name/define and describe

from information within a provided article

Artist Practice

You will need to be able to explain how you have made your Flying Machines from start to finish. You will also need to assess the effectiveness of your work, as well as areas for improvement.

Analyse - Your own processes,

strengths and areas for improvement in creating a comic artwork.

Structural Frame

You will need to be able to able to describe the work of the artist John Wolseley from the point of view of the structural frame. You will need to be able to describe the following:

- Materials and techniques used - Subject matter - Composition and perspective

Analyse - Materials and techniques - Subject matter - Composition and

perspective

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Music

Examination Length

One Period

Examination Format

In Class Assessment & Formal Examination

Topic Knowledge Skills

Composition

Write original melodic content and arrange it for given ensemble

Adhere to stylistic conventions of ‘Rock’

Effective use of the concepts of music

to:

Communicate and manipulate musical ideas (including rhythms, tonality, dynamics, tempo etc.)

Clear instrument roles (including solo, into, outro)

Original material that is entertaining and creative

Musicology Timeline of Rock Development of styles of

Rock

Knowledge of quintessential arts of Rock (Elvis, The Beatles)

Demonstration of a deep Understanding of topic content

Name a describe artist of Rock and their influence

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Technology

Examination Length One Period

Examination Format

Multiple choice answers

Short response questions Extended response question

Topic Knowledge Skills

Workplace Health & Safety

Hygiene process at beginning of lesson

Personal hygiene rules Kitchen safety rules Avoiding food poisoning Washing up procedure

Demonstrate the appropriate WH&S requirements in the preparation of food projects

Steps and procedures o prevent food poisoning while preparing and cooking food.

Discuss safety and hygiene rules relevant to the kitchen

Food Preparation

Measuring procedures Abbreviations used in

cooking

Recipes

Demonstrate the knowledge of terminology and measuring

Demonstrate the understanding of what a recipe is and what components a recipe contains.

Nutrition

Six nutrients and examples Energy source Labelling Healthy diet

Knowledge of food groupings that supply the nutrition requirements of the human body.

Demonstrate the ability to read a food label for nutritional information

Food Storage

Hazardous foods How to store food correctly Conditions bacteria like to

live in (danger zone)

Knowledge of hazardous foods

Demonstrate understanding of correct food storage procedures

Demonstrate understanding of hazardous foods and the implications associated with them

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Technology

Co2 CARS

Examination Length

One Period

Examination Format

Multiple choice answers - True or False and Short answers – 31 Marks Safety, Tools, Equipment and processes for CO2 car project Orthogonal Drawing

Topic Knowledge Skills

Workplace Health & Safety

Personal protective Equipment

Workshop rules General machine safety

Students expected to demonstrate an understanding of how to work safely in the workshop

Design

Design process.

Students expected to demonstrate an understanding of the steps of the design process and relate that knowledge to their CO2 cars and other projects

CO2 Cars

Design and manufacture of the CO2 car

Students expected to demonstrate an understanding of the steps involved in designing, planning, manufacturing and evaluating their project

Tools and Equipment

Workshop Equipment, Processes and Safety

Students expected to demonstrate an understanding of workshop tools and equipment and the processes of using them safely

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Technology

Robots

Examination Length

One Period

Examination Format Multiple choice , Short answers, Extended response

Topic Knowledge Skills

Materials

Robotics Hardware, input, output and processing. Including motors and sensors.

Tools

Basic Scratch programming blocks Basic robotics programming

Techniques

Recognise and explain program components in Scratch and robotics Planning and testing in a working environment.

Online Safety

Importance of online community safety with reference to scratch

Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of robotics hardware and software and Scratch software.

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