Term 2 FIA2 Exam Preparation

What is the format of the Term 2 FIA2 exam?

• Multiple choice questions

• Extended written response (analytical essay)

• Oral presentation

• Short answer questions

How long is the Term 2 FIA2 exam, including planning time?

• 1 hour

• 2 hours

• 2 hours and 15 minutes

• 3 hours

What percentage does the Term 2 FIA2 exam contribute to your overall Study of Religion result for Year 11?

• 10%

• 15%

• 25%

• 50%

Which units does the Study of Religion FIA2 short response exam assess?

• Only Unit 1

• Only Topic 2

• Unit 1, Topic 1 and Topic 2

• All units from Year 10

Why is it important to bring a highlighter to the Term 2 FIA2 exam?

• To draw pictures

• To actively read and highlight the questions

• To write your answers

• To decorate your exam paper

During the planning time of the Term 2 FIA2 exam, what are you allowed to do?

• Write your full response on the question and response paper

• Annotate your stimulus and write on the blue planning paper

• Use your phone to look up information

• Discuss with classmates

How should you use the planning paper and stimulus during the Term 2 FIA2 exam to justify your responses?

• Ignore the stimulus and write from memory

• Use the planning paper to organize your thoughts and refer to the stimulus to support your arguments

• Only use the planning paper for doodling

• Write your answers directly on the stimulus

Which of the following best describes a high-level response (5–6 marks) in the "Explaining" section of the Instrument-specific marking guide (ISMG) for an extended response examination?

• Comprehensive and relevant identification of distinguishing features of the nature and purpose of religion, with thorough and detailed description of characteristics of religious worldviews and belief systems, and accurate and detailed explanation of the ways in which religious traditions are expressed in the lives of adherents.

• Simplistic identification of features of the nature and purpose of religion, with limited and basic explanation of the ways in which religious traditions are expressed in the lives of adherents.

• The student response does not match any of the descriptors above.

• Statements about characteristics of religious traditions that inform social ethical responses.

According to the ISMG, what is required for a student to achieve 7–8 marks in the "Analysing" section?

• Effective selection and accurate use of relevant information from stimulus, thorough and accurate explanation of distinct beliefs and practices in religious traditions (including similarities and differences), and well-reasoned examination of perspectives from religious traditions that form and inform their beliefs and expressions.

• Limited selection and lack of relevant use of information from stimulus, with simplistic understanding of religious traditions.

• Selection and use of relevant information from stimulus, with partial explanation of beliefs and practices in religious traditions.

• The student response does not match any of the descriptors above.

Which of the following characteristics is required for a student response to receive the highest marks (7–8) in the "Evaluating" section?

• Limited synthesis of ideas and basic judgments about the significance of religion

• Succinct synthesis of ideas, discerning judgments, and thorough justification of judgments using reasoning and evidence

• One or more statements about the role of religion with inaccurate judgments

• Considered judgments and appropriate conclusions without justification