hi all,
This is the format for the exam.
Section A : 10 x MCQ [10 marks]
Section B: SBQ [20 marks]
- What question [4 m]
- Why question [5 m]
- Comparison [5 m]
- Comparison [6m]
Section C: Structured Essay Questions [30 marks]
- Two questions with 3 sub questions
(a) [4m]
(b) [4m]
(c) [6m]
Please also note that the chapters that you will be examined on are as follows:
Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 10
Chapter 7 [India and China only]
Hope you have a fruitful holidays.
Best Wishes,
Your history teachers
Sunday, August 31, 2008
Thursday, August 28, 2008
Comparison Questions
hi all,
In terms of the SBQ skills, you have already been introduced to inference questions for CA. The other skill that you would need to master is that of comparison skills.
The comparison question can come in a number of different forms:
1) How different are Source A and Source B?
2) How similar are Source A and Source B?
This is what you need in order to answer the question:
L3/3-4 - One similarity AND One Difference in source content
Remember, you need to have a point of comparison between the two sources. When you compare anything from cars to footballers, you always compare them on the basis of a number of items, e.g:
In terms of the clubs that the footballers play for:
Wayne Rooney and Michael Owen are different in terms of the clubs they play for. Wayne Rooney plays for Manchester United, whilst Michael Owen plays for Newcastle United.
In terms of the position:
Wayne Rooney and Michael Owen are similar in terms of their onfield positions. Wayne Rooney and Michael Owen are both forwards.
When you apply this to a SBQ, a point of comparison looks something like this:
The two sources are similar in as they both highlight the achievements of the Malacca Sultanate. [Point of Comparision] Source A states that "The Malacca Sultanate was a period of cultural and religous achievement" and Source B states that "The Malacca Sultanate was the largest empire in maritime Southeast Asia". [Evidence] Thus both sources clearly demonstrate the considerable achievements of the Malcca Sultanate.
Find one similarity and one difference and write them down in seperate paragraphs.
L4/5 - Similarity/Difference in Tone
Tone refers to the manner in which a source is written. Sometimes sources can sound the same, at others, sources can sound very different. When you look out for tone, look for things such as exaggerations and emotive words which will give you clues about how a source is written.
The two sources are different in terms of tone. Source A is written in a harsh and critical manner when it states that "Qin Shihuang ruled without any regard for his people", whereas Source B is written in an adulatory manner as it sates "Qin Shihuang makes clear the Way for the people".
L5/6 - Similarity/Difference in Purpose
We've already come across purpose in the 'why' question. So you would know what purpose is all about.
Sources can have similar and different purposes. So you can compare sources based on their purpose as well.
The two sources are different in terms of purpose. Source A was written with the purpose of criticising Qin Shihuang whereas Source B was written in order to convice people to support Qin Shihuang. This can be supported by Source A which states "...." and Source B which states "..."
So now you have an idea about comparison questions, to get the top marks, you need 4 paragraphs in total, one on similarity in terms of content, one on difference in terms of content, one similarity/difference in terms of tone and one similarity/difference in terms of purpose.
Here are the sources from CA2. Try to answer this question:
How similar are Source A and Source B in what they say about the rule of the Qin Dynasty?
Answers to follow shortly.
In terms of the SBQ skills, you have already been introduced to inference questions for CA. The other skill that you would need to master is that of comparison skills.
The comparison question can come in a number of different forms:
1) How different are Source A and Source B?
2) How similar are Source A and Source B?
This is what you need in order to answer the question:
L3/3-4 - One similarity AND One Difference in source content
Remember, you need to have a point of comparison between the two sources. When you compare anything from cars to footballers, you always compare them on the basis of a number of items, e.g:
In terms of the clubs that the footballers play for:
Wayne Rooney and Michael Owen are different in terms of the clubs they play for. Wayne Rooney plays for Manchester United, whilst Michael Owen plays for Newcastle United.
In terms of the position:
Wayne Rooney and Michael Owen are similar in terms of their onfield positions. Wayne Rooney and Michael Owen are both forwards.
When you apply this to a SBQ, a point of comparison looks something like this:
The two sources are similar in as they both highlight the achievements of the Malacca Sultanate. [Point of Comparision] Source A states that "The Malacca Sultanate was a period of cultural and religous achievement" and Source B states that "The Malacca Sultanate was the largest empire in maritime Southeast Asia". [Evidence] Thus both sources clearly demonstrate the considerable achievements of the Malcca Sultanate.
Find one similarity and one difference and write them down in seperate paragraphs.
L4/5 - Similarity/Difference in Tone
Tone refers to the manner in which a source is written. Sometimes sources can sound the same, at others, sources can sound very different. When you look out for tone, look for things such as exaggerations and emotive words which will give you clues about how a source is written.
The two sources are different in terms of tone. Source A is written in a harsh and critical manner when it states that "Qin Shihuang ruled without any regard for his people", whereas Source B is written in an adulatory manner as it sates "Qin Shihuang makes clear the Way for the people".
L5/6 - Similarity/Difference in Purpose
We've already come across purpose in the 'why' question. So you would know what purpose is all about.
Sources can have similar and different purposes. So you can compare sources based on their purpose as well.
The two sources are different in terms of purpose. Source A was written with the purpose of criticising Qin Shihuang whereas Source B was written in order to convice people to support Qin Shihuang. This can be supported by Source A which states "...." and Source B which states "..."
So now you have an idea about comparison questions, to get the top marks, you need 4 paragraphs in total, one on similarity in terms of content, one on difference in terms of content, one similarity/difference in terms of tone and one similarity/difference in terms of purpose.
Here are the sources from CA2. Try to answer this question:
How similar are Source A and Source B in what they say about the rule of the Qin Dynasty?
Source A: A historian’s account of the actions of the first rulers of the Han Dynasty which had overthrown the Qin Dynasty.
As commoners under the Qin Dynasty, the rulers of the Han Dynasty knew the suffering that its harsh rule had brought to the people. They were quick, therefore, to abolish its more offensive laws and institutions, while leaving intact the rest of its elaborate machinery of government.
Source B: An extract of an account written by Sima Qian, a court historian of the Han Dynasty, after the collapse of the Qin Dynasty.
The First Emperor was greedy and short-sighted, confident in his own wisdom, never trusted his meritorious officials, nor got to know his people. He cast aside the kingly way and relied on private procedures outlawing books and writings, making the laws and penalties much harsher, putting deceit and force foremost and humanity and righteousness last, leading the whole world in violence and cruelty.”
Answers to follow shortly.
Secondary 1 History Mock Exam
hi all,
There will be a history mock exam on Monday, 15 Sep 2008 at the school hall. Please report to the school hall by 1405hrs.
The objective of the mock exam is for you to get a better idea of what to expect during the actual history exam and to practice your time management strategies. This mock exam will not be graded and does not contribute to your overall history marks.
Over the course of the one week break, please do take the opportunity to revise the chapters that have already been covered in class as well as the skills that you have learnt in class.
Best Wishes,
Your History Teachers
There will be a history mock exam on Monday, 15 Sep 2008 at the school hall. Please report to the school hall by 1405hrs.
The objective of the mock exam is for you to get a better idea of what to expect during the actual history exam and to practice your time management strategies. This mock exam will not be graded and does not contribute to your overall history marks.
Over the course of the one week break, please do take the opportunity to revise the chapters that have already been covered in class as well as the skills that you have learnt in class.
Best Wishes,
Your History Teachers
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
Chapter 6 - Religion and Philosophy
hi all,
Here are the slides on religion and philosoph.
Here are the slides on religion and philosoph.
Religion And Philosophy
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Thursday, August 21, 2008
Malacca Trip - Pre Trip Briefing
There will be a pre-trip briefing held next Monday, 3-4pm at AVA Rm.
Attendance is compulsory. You need to bring along your passports to the briefing. Thanks and see you at the briefing!
Monday, August 18, 2008
TFU Part IV
hi all,
This is the final part of your TfU project.
In this part of your project, we would like you to reflect as a group on what you have learnt from this project and how this project has made a difference to you.
What you need to do is to select one main highlight from parts I to III of your TfU project and to paste it on a piece of A3 paper. In addition you would need to write a short paragraph (3-4 sentences) on why you have chose this particular highlight. For example, for Part I, it could be that you found this part of your research interesting; for Part II, it could have been a very good picture that you took and for Part III, it could a part of your oral history interview that challenged your assumptions.
Thereafter, on the same sheet of A3 paper, you need to write a 300 word reflection which encompasses the following:
1) What difference has this project made to my view of racial harmony in Singapore?
2) What have I learnt about the heritage of the ethnic group/s that frequents this place of significance?
3) What have I learnt about the history of Singapore from this project?
4) What historical skills have I practised in this project and how have I used them?
5) Have my assumptions been challenged?
6) How can I improve in future?
You will be graded according to the following:
Aesthetics (40%)
Effort in including the different parts of the project (20%)
Design and Layout (20%)
Reflection (60%)
Effort - Length of Reflection (10%)
Depth of Reflection - Ability of the student to question biases, stereotypes, preconceptions, and/or assumptions and define new modes of thinking as a result (50%)
Good luck for the rest of the project!
Regards,
Your History Teachers
This is the final part of your TfU project.
In this part of your project, we would like you to reflect as a group on what you have learnt from this project and how this project has made a difference to you.
What you need to do is to select one main highlight from parts I to III of your TfU project and to paste it on a piece of A3 paper. In addition you would need to write a short paragraph (3-4 sentences) on why you have chose this particular highlight. For example, for Part I, it could be that you found this part of your research interesting; for Part II, it could have been a very good picture that you took and for Part III, it could a part of your oral history interview that challenged your assumptions.
Thereafter, on the same sheet of A3 paper, you need to write a 300 word reflection which encompasses the following:
1) What difference has this project made to my view of racial harmony in Singapore?
2) What have I learnt about the heritage of the ethnic group/s that frequents this place of significance?
3) What have I learnt about the history of Singapore from this project?
4) What historical skills have I practised in this project and how have I used them?
5) Have my assumptions been challenged?
6) How can I improve in future?
You will be graded according to the following:
Aesthetics (40%)
Effort in including the different parts of the project (20%)
Design and Layout (20%)
Reflection (60%)
Effort - Length of Reflection (10%)
Depth of Reflection - Ability of the student to question biases, stereotypes, preconceptions, and/or assumptions and define new modes of thinking as a result (50%)
Good luck for the rest of the project!
Regards,
Your History Teachers
Thursday, August 7, 2008
Additional Practice
Refer to Source A from the earlier slides and answer the following question.
Check your answer using the LORMS below.
LORMS
n
Source A: A historian’s account of the Shang civilization.
The most striking picture of
Check your answer using the LORMS below.
LORMS
L1 Lifting from the source 1-2
The source tells me that the Shang people buried their king in big royal tombs which ‘comprise a big rectanglar grave on a north-south axis, with a smaller, deeper central grave’.
L2 Inference unsupported 2-3
The source tells me that the Shang people believed in life after death.
The source tells me that the people believed in the king being the mandate of heaven.
L3 Inference supported 4-5
The source tells me that the Shang people believed in life after death as ‘remains of men-at-arms, doubtless the companions and servants of the king – his chariot with its horses and their drivers, pottery bronze vases, and other objects of value’ were found buried together with the king. These people and things were buried together with the king in order to serve him in the afterlife.
The source tells me that the people believed in the king being the mandate of heaven.
Answers - Source C
These are the answers for Source C
Study Source C
Why did the author of Source C make this inscription? Explain your answer.
L1 Lifting from Source [1]
The author made this inscription to say that assaults and battles took place everyday.
L2 Inference Unsupported [2-3]
The author made this inscription to demonstrate to the people of China, Qin Shihuang's achievement of unifying China and bringing order to China,
The author made this inscription to convince the people of China that Qin Shihuang had restored order to China.
The author made this inscription to justify Qin Shihuang's right to rule China to the people of China.
L3 Inference supported [4-5]
The author made this inscription to demonstrate to the people of China, Qin Shihuang's achievement of unifying and bringing order to China. This is evident as the source states "not until now, has our emperor". This demonstrates that the author felt that that Qin Shihuang's achievement was unparalleled.
The author made this inscription to convince the people of China that Qin Shihuang had restored order to China. This is evident as the source states "the land was divided and separate states existed." This demonstrates the disorder in China prior to the establishment of the Qin Dynasty.
The author made this inscription to justify Qin Shihuang's right to rule China to the people of China. This is evident as the source states "made the world one family." This demonstrates that the author felt that Qin Shihuang had unified China and was thus worthy to be the ruler of China.
Study Source C
Why did the author of Source C make this inscription? Explain your answer.
L1 Lifting from Source [1]
The author made this inscription to say that assaults and battles took place everyday.
L2 Inference Unsupported [2-3]
The author made this inscription to demonstrate to the people of China, Qin Shihuang's achievement of unifying China and bringing order to China,
The author made this inscription to convince the people of China that Qin Shihuang had restored order to China.
The author made this inscription to justify Qin Shihuang's right to rule China to the people of China.
L3 Inference supported [4-5]
The author made this inscription to demonstrate to the people of China, Qin Shihuang's achievement of unifying and bringing order to China. This is evident as the source states "not until now, has our emperor". This demonstrates that the author felt that that Qin Shihuang's achievement was unparalleled.
The author made this inscription to convince the people of China that Qin Shihuang had restored order to China. This is evident as the source states "the land was divided and separate states existed." This demonstrates the disorder in China prior to the establishment of the Qin Dynasty.
The author made this inscription to justify Qin Shihuang's right to rule China to the people of China. This is evident as the source states "made the world one family." This demonstrates that the author felt that Qin Shihuang had unified China and was thus worthy to be the ruler of China.
Wednesday, August 6, 2008
Humanities to Field Trip to Malacca
Dear all,
Group Insurance
The school has organised a fieldtrip to
The trip costs S$215.00 per student and includes the following:
Deluxe Air-conditioned Coach Transportation
Service of a Professional English Speaking Educational Tour Guide
2 nights stay at 4-star Legacy Hotel
Entrance Fees to all places of interest
Group Insurance All meals provided
The reporting time is on 1st September, Monday, at
Monday, August 4, 2008
Answers - Source A
Dear all,
These is the LORMS for the first question.
Please check your answers after you have done the question.
Study Source A
What does the source tell you about the people of the Shang civilization ? 5m
L1 Lifting from the source 1- 2
The source tells me that there were different types of people which comprise of ‘men-at-arms, doubtless the companions and servants of the king’
L2 Inference unsupported 2-3 [One Inference - 2 marks, Two inferences - 3 marks]
The source tells me that the people of Shang civilization had different hierarchy of society.
The source also tells me that the people of the Shang were loyal to their king.
The people of the Shang civilization had a high level of craftsmanship.
L3 Inference supported 4-5 [One Inference with support - 2 marks, Two inferences with support - 3 marks]
The source tells me that the people of Shang had different hierarchy of society. This can be supported with evidence from the source ‘The royal coffin, made of wood, lay above the central grave, in which a dog has been sacrificed. Surrounding this grave were remains of men-at-arms, doubtless the companions and servants of the king’ The king was evidently at the top most level than the nobles , craftsmen and sevants.
It also shows that the people were loyal to the king.This can be supported by the fact that the people were willing to sacrifice for him ‘surrounding his grave…….companions and servants of the king’’
The people of the Shang civilization had a high level of craftsmanship.This can be supported from the source that says ‘pottery bronze vases, and other objects’.
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