Unit 5 · Consolidation & Assessment · Chapter 28
End-of-Term Written Examination
Week 10 · Day 1 · Benchmark Summative — 11.4.2.1 – 11.4.2.4
Essential question
Can you show what you have learned?
Learning objectives
- Attempt the end-of-term paper
- Manage exam time
- Answer questions from all four topics
Overview
The end-of-term exam is your chance to show your grasp of Topics 1–4. Read every question twice, allocate time by marks, and always attempt every question — even a partial answer earns partial credit.
Time Strategy
Divide total minutes by total marks — that gives minutes per mark. Do not spend 20 minutes on a 5-mark question.
Question Types
Expect: define terms, short-answer explanations, scenario analysis, and short structured questions.
Activity
Sit the Paper
- Follow exam instructions carefully.
- Write your name, date and class on every page.
- Attempt every question.
Review questions
- What does 'Explain' usually require beyond 'State'?
Reveal answer
Reasons and examples, not just the fact.
- How do you decide time per question?
Reveal answer
Divide total time by total marks.
Take it home
After the paper, note which command words you found hardest.