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Year 11 Mock Exam Revision Guide
November 2017
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Contents Page
Food Preparation and Nutrition………………………………………………………………………..…………..4-5 Chemistry ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…6 Physics……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..7 Science Triology……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….8 Art…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...9 Photography………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…10 English…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...11 Computer Science………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…12 Imedia…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….13 Dance…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….14 Rockschool…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…15 Music…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………16-17 Business………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….18 Travel and Tourism…………………………………………………………………………………………………………19 French ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………20 German………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….21 Spanish…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..22Geography…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….23
PE……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………24 Religious Studies…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….25 Media……………………………………………………………………..……………………………………………………..26 Maths……………………………………………………………………………………………On show my homework History………………………………………………………………………………………....On show my homework
Revision timetable for half term – please fill in with some help from home.
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YEAR 11 REVISION GUIDE 2017: Food Preparation and Nutrition BOARD: WJEC EXAM DURATION and STRUCTURE: 60 minutes. 8 questions covering all the topics covered throughout year 10 and 11. Questions require in-depth knowledge with the ability to develop products for specified reasons. EXAM TECHNIQUES AND TERMINOLOGY
EXAM TERMINOLOGY
*EXPLAIN *JUSTIFY - Respond in detail the question
providing a full answer with an explanation.
- Full and detailed sentences will be required and will often contain the word “because”
- A short phrase WILL NOT be acceptable. The candidate will need to make a valid point and justify it.
*GIVE *STATE *NAME
- Give a simple statement or a short phrase
*DESCRIBE *OUTLINE
- Describe answers in detail. - The answer NEEDS to be in
sentences and / or in a list. - There is a need for detail in
the answers with elaboration of the answer.
*EVALUATE *COMPARE
- The question requires a well- balanced argument involving both advantages and disadvantages.
- A paragraph or a number of sentences will be required.
Give EXAMPLES of your answer.
Each mark needs a SEPARATE answer.
2 marks = 2 answers
Give REASONS for all your answer.
IDENTIFY and EXPLAIN
When a question asks you to ‘EXPLAIN’
(DISCUSS in detail, each stage of the
process and include at least the same
number of stages as the marks awarded) 6 marks = 6 points
Use P.E.E for each
explanation question.
(Point, Evidence, Explain)
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In preparation for your up and coming Food Technology mock exam in November it is vital that you complete high quality revision during half term. You have been given all the resources that you will require for your mock exam.
We have also included a range of links to the exam specification to help you focus your revision onto the topics included in the mock exam.
Please also know that you can come and see us anytime for help, our door is always open. Should you wish to email us please do [email protected] or [email protected]
Useful Websites http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/design/foodtech/ http://www.s-cool.co.uk/gcse/food-technology http://www.nutrition.org.uk/
http://www.food.gov.uk/
http://resources.eduqas.co.uk/Pages/ResourceByArgs.aspx?subId=52&lvlId=2
http://eduqas.co.uk/qualifications/food-preparation-and-nutrition/
Food Preparation and Nutrition Revision activities
Attempt the practice questions using the guidance above regarding structure of your answer and the time you take to answer it.
1. Childhood obesity is increasing in Britain and has been linked to an unhealthy diet. Assess the various factors which contribute to childhood obesity and explain how an unhealthy diet in childhood may put future health at risk. (12 marks)
2. All life stages have different nutritional needs. Describe the different nutritional needs to be considered when planning meals for: (2 X 4 marks)
Revision Topic Areas -Checklist The exam covers all aspects of food and nutrition. And will be split into 4 sections.
• Nutrition, Diet and Health throughout Life
• The Eatwell plate, government guidelines, 5-a-day
• The Nutrients (Protein, Carbohydrates, Fat, Vitamins, Minerals, Water, NSP)
• Dietary needs & special diets
• Dietary needs • Nutritional, Physical, Chemical and Sensory Properties of Foods in Storage,
Preparation and Cooking
• Food Hygiene and Safety
Approximately 1 mark per minute
Questions start easy, then get more difficult…..
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Science Revision (Chemistry)
Year 11 November Mocks
In preparation for your up and coming Science mock exam in November it is vital that you complete the revision activities below during half term. This will help with your preparation over half term. You have been given all the resources you will need in lessons for the half term week. We have also included a link to the exam specification to help you focus your revision onto the topics included in the mock exam. A lot of the activities we have planned for you work alongside the lessons you have completed this term. Please also know that you can come and see us anytime for help, our door is always open. Should you wish to email us please do @churchdownschool.com RSY- Mr Young ADM- Dr Martin JME- Ms England JAE- Mr Essex LCC- Ms Ceney EMP- Miss Padfield PCC- Mr Coyle ADC- Mr Cush JHK- Mrs King
Specification http://filestore.aqa.org.uk/resources/science/specifications/AQA-8464-SP-2016.PDF
Topics
Covered in
the Exam
Biology
Chemistry 5.1- Atomic structure- elements, compounds, electron structure, group 1 and group 7 elements 5.2- Bonding structures and properties of matter- Ionic and covalent bonds 5.4- Chemical changes- Electrolysis, Acids and Bases, Reactivity series 5.6.- Rate of reaction and collision theory
Link to Past
Papers and
Questions
http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/science/gcse/combined-science-trilogy-8464/assessment-
resource.
Information
about the
Mock Exam
1 hour paper
Get Ahead
Sessions
Your teacher will invite you to the sessions that you need to attend. Please remember however, it is also an
open door policy with everyone welcome.
Revision
Activity
1 Complete practice exam questions given to you in lessons. Make sure you use the writing
frame work if one is issued to you.
These will be marked (by you or the teacher) so you can identify your strengths and areas
for development. Please also time yourself and complete each question within the time
guidelines (one minute for each mark on offer).
2 Purchase a revision guide and use that to make notes, mind maps, flash cards or complete
questions.
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Science Revision (Physics)
Year 11 November Mocks
In preparation for your up and coming Science mock exam in November it is vital that you complete the revision activities below during half term. This will help with your preparation over half term. You have been given all the resources you will need in lessons for the half term week. We have also included a link to the exam specification to help you focus your revision onto the topics included in the mock exam. A lot of the activities we have planned for you work alongside the lessons you have completed this term. Please also know that you can come and see us anytime for help, our door is always open. Should you wish to email us please do @churchdownschool.com RSY- Mr Young ADM- Dr Martin JME- Ms England JAE- Mr Essex LCC- Ms Ceney EMP- Miss Padfield PCC- Mr Coyle ADC- Mr Cush JHK- Mrs King
Specification http://filestore.aqa.org.uk/resources/science/specifications/AQA-8464-SP-2016.PDF
Topics
Covered in
the Exam
Physics 6.1- Energy- Kinetic and potential stores, Conservation of energy, Efficiency, Biofuels, Energy resources 6.2- Electricity- Resistance, Circuits 6.5- Forces- Resultant force and work done, Weight and gravity
Link to Past
Papers and
Questions
http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/science/gcse/combined-science-trilogy-8464/assessment-
resource.
Information
about the
Mock Exam
1 hour paper
Get Ahead
Sessions
Your teacher will invite you to the sessions that you need to attend. Please remember however, it is also an
open door policy with everyone welcome.
Revision
Activity
1 Complete practice exam questions given to you in lessons. Make sure you use the writing
frame work if one is issued to you.
These will be marked (by you or the teacher) so you can identify your strengths and areas
for development.. Please also time yourself and complete each question within the time
guidelines (one minute for each mark on offer).
2 Purchase a revision guide and use that to make notes, mind maps, flash cards or complete
questions.
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Science Revision (Trilogy)
Year 11 November Mocks
In preparation for your up and coming Science mock exam in November it is vital that you complete the revision activities below during half term. This will help with your preparation over half term. You have been given all the resources you will need in lessons for the half term week. We have also included a link to the exam specification to help you focus your revision onto the topics included in the mock exam. A lot of the activities we have planned for you work alongside the lessons you have completed this term. Please also know that you can come and see us anytime for help, our door is always open. Should you wish to email us please do use your teachers initials and then @churchdownschool.com RSY- Mr Young ADM- Dr Martin JME- Miss England JAE- Mr Essex LCC- Ms Ceney EMP- Miss Padfield PCC- Mr Coyle ADC- Mr Cush JHK- Mrs King
Specification http://filestore.aqa.org.uk/resources/science/specifications/AQA-8464-SP-2016.PDF
Topics
Covered in
the Exam
4.1- Cell Biology- Cells, plant transport, cell division 4.2- Organisation- Enzymes, Body systems, communicable and non-communicable disease Chemistry 5.1- Atomic structure- elements, compounds, electron structure, group 1 and group 7 elements 5.2- Bonding structures and properties of matter- Ionic and covalent bonds 5.4- Chemical changes- Electrolysis, Acids and Bases, Reactivity series 5.6.- Rate of reaction and collision theory Physics 6.1- Energy- Kinetic and potential stores, Conservation of energy, Efficiency, Biofuels, Energy resources 6.2- Electricity- Resistance, Circuits 6.5- Forces- Resultant force and work done, Weight and gravity
Link to Past
Papers and
Questions
http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/science/gcse/combined-science-trilogy-8464/assessment-
resource.
Information
about the
Mock Exam
1 hour paper
Get Ahead
Sessions
Your teacher will invite you to the sessions that you need to attend. Please remember however, it is also an
open door policy with everyone welcome.
Revision
Activity
1 Complete practice exam questions given to you in lessons. Make sure you use the writing
frame work if one is issued to you.
These will be marked (by you or the teacher) so you can identify your strengths and areas
for development. Please also time yourself and complete each question within the time
guidelines (one minute for each mark on offer).
2 Purchase as revision guide and use that to make notes, mind maps, flash cards or complete
questions.
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Art
During the mock exams this year you will be expected to spend 1 hour working on your final piece in Art. You are expected to spend 10 hours in lessons producing a final outcome for your coursework that you will start in November. To begin these final pieces you must have covered all areas of assessment criteria A01, A02 and A03 in your sketchbook to prepare yourself for the final outcome. You also must have prepared tracings and stretched paper or bought boards/canvas to work on. This guide includes the assessment criteria and what is needed to obtain marks in each AO. Art coursework is worth 60% of your final grade and therefore you should take the opportunity to maximise marks in each area. Art coursework including sketchbook and 10 hour final piece is due in on Wednesday January 10th. You will receive your Exam paper on January 10th and lesson time will be focused on exam preparation work only. ‘Get ahead sessions’ continue every Thursday night after school, or another evening on request to teacher to support you with your coursework.
Specification What is it?
A01
Artists/contextual
research
25% of mark
Explore work of artists within a given theme:
Studies of at least two artists’ work
Written analysis of each artists’ work
A02
Experiment
25% of mark
Experiment in a range of materials, techniques and processes.
These must have a link to your artist and theme.
This can include samples of experiments.
Minimum of two double pages expected.
Annotations describing your experiments and what has worked/why
A03
Record
25% of mark
Record observations around theme of ‘Cities’
This should be linked to artist you have studied
This must include at least one photo-shoot of good quality photos
Highly refined drawings from your own photos
Written annotations to highlight what you are trying to achieve
Final piece planning drawings
A04
Final Outcome
25%
Produce an ambitious and meaningful 10 hour final piece under the theme of ‘Cities’
There should be clear links to at least one artist you have studied
You use materials you have experimented with previously
It should clearly link to ‘Cities’
You should include a written Evaluation of your outcome
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Photography
During the mock exams this year, you will be expected to spend 1 hour working on your final personal project. You are expected to spend up to 10 hours in lessons producing a final outcome for your coursework that you will start in January. To begin these final pieces you must have covered all areas of assessment criteria A01, A02 and A03 in your sketchbook to prepare yourself for the final outcome. This guide includes the assessment criteria and what is needed to obtain marks in each AO. Photography coursework is worth 60% of your final grade and therefore you should take the opportunity to maximise marks in each area. Photography coursework including sketchbook, PowerPoints and final piece are due in on Monday January 22nd. You will receive your Exam paper on January 22nd and then lesson time will be focused on exam preparation work only. ‘Get ahead sessions’ continue every Thursday night after school, or another evening on request to teacher to support you with your coursework.
Specification What is it?
A01
Artists/contextual
research
25% of mark
Explore work of Photographers within a given theme ‘Gothic’ ‘Perspective’
‘Distorted’ ‘Kaleidoscope’
Studies of at least two photographers’ work in this theme
Written analysis of each photographers’ work in your PowerPoint
A02
Experiment
25% of mark
Experiment in a range of materials, techniques and processes.
These must have a link to your photographers and theme.
This can include digital and physical experiments
Minimum of two double pages
Annotations describing your experiments and what has worked/why on your
PowerPoint
A03
Record
25% of mark
Record observations around theme ‘Gothic’ ‘Perspective’ ‘Distorted’ ‘Kaleidoscope’
This should be linked to artist you have studied
This must include at least three photo-shoots of good quality photos
Written annotations around contact sheets to highlight what you are trying to
achieve on your PowerPoint
Final piece planning drawings
A04
Final Outcome
25%
Produce an ambitious and meaningful 10 hour final piece under your chosen theme
There should be clear links to at least one photographer you have studied
You use techniques you have experimented with previously
It should clearly link to your theme
You should include a written Evaluation of your outcome in your PowerPoint
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English Revision
In preparation for your up and coming English mock exam in November it is vital that you begin to get yourself prepared over this upcoming half term. You may be given additional information and resources by your own class teachers and this information is designed to provide you with a good starting point. We have also included a link to the exam specification should you wish to remind yourselves of the assessment objectives or the main things that you should be going over. Please contact your class teacher if you need any further support or materials.
Specification Exam Specification Link: http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/english/gcse/english-language-8700
The exam will be:
English Language Paper 2 (reading section only).
Link to Past Papers and Questions
http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/english/gcse/english-language-8700/assessment-resources
Information about the Mock Exam
Mock paper will be one hour long.
It is based on paper 2 reading and so will have two reading articles for you to read which will then be followed by four questions which get progressively harder.
There are no tiers so everyone will do the same paper.
Practical preparation to help you: Download the question paper linked here: http://filestore.aqa.org.uk/resources/english/AQA-87002-SQP.PDF Also, download the reading material and then use this to answer the questions in the answer booklet; http://filestore.aqa.org.uk/resources/english/AQA-87002-SIN.PDF
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Year 11 Computer Science Revision Guide We are currently doing the AQA GCSE in Computer Science. http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/computer-science-and-it/gcse/computer-science-8520 Key topics for revision You should be able to: -
Understand algorithms (written in pseudo code (AQA) or flow diagram), explain what
they do, and correct or complete them.
Produce algorithms in pseudo code (AQA) or flow diagrams to solve problems.
Define the terms variable and constant as used in an imperative language.
Use variables and constants.
Describe the data type’s integer, real, Boolean, character and string.
Select and justify appropriate data types for a given program.
Perform common operations on numeric and Boolean data.
Use one-dimensional arrays.
Describe syntax errors and logic errors which may occur while developing a program.
Understand and identify syntax and logic errors.
Select and justify test data for a program, stating the expected outcome of each test.
Computer Hardware
Computer Software
How to revise Strategies to help you get started with revision
Work on the answers using the mark scheme to fill in any gaps. Look at the answers
given.
Use the Exam Question Grid on Moodle to identify areas of weakness.
Produce a Mindmap using MindView of the areas of difficulty, including key
terminology and definitions.
Look back at the Workbook.
Past Exam Papers, Mark Schemes and Revision Resources You have been using the lesson by lesson revision resources in class along with the Mock Exam. These can be found in: K:\ICT\KS4\Computer Science and on http://moodle2.churchdown.gloucs.sch.uk/
Elevate Don’t forget your online textbook at the link below.
https://elevate.cambridge.org/elevate/
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Year 11 Creative iMedia Revision Guide
We are currently doing the OCR Cambridge National in Creative iMedia. http://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/creative-imedia-level-1-2-award-certificate-j807-j817/ Key topics for revision
The purpose, uses and content for: • mood boards • mind maps/spider diagrams • visualisation diagrams • storyboards • scripts
The health and safety considerations when creating digital media, including all Legislation.
Planning and understanding client requirements for pre-production, timescales for production based on target audience and end user requirements. The hardware, techniques and software used for:
digitising paper-based documents
creating electronic pre-production documents
The properties and limitations of file formats for still images, audio and video. Suitable naming conventions.
You must be able to:-
• Review a pre-production document
• Identify areas for improvement in a pre-production document
You have been working on Past Paper Questions for homework and in class. Work on the answers using the mark scheme to fill in any gaps. Look at the answers given. Use the Exam Question Grid on Moodle to identify areas of weakness. Produce a Mindmap using MindView of the areas of difficulty. Use the Exemplar Answers in the revision pack. Look back over each of your pieces of coursework. Find examples of each of the pre-production techniques that you have used. Evaluate this work to produce some WWW/EBI’s. Look back at the different file types that have been researched throughout your coursework. Make a list of each one and say why you have used it. Past Exam Papers, Mark Scheme and Exam Question Grid Past Papers, Mark Schemes and Exam Question Grid are on Moodle. Use the Exam Question Grid to pick out particular questions for certain topics. This grid also shows you the full list of topics.
Subject – Computing - KS4 - Creative imedia - R081 Pre Production Unit Electronic Revision Resources You have been using the lesson by lesson revision resources in class along with the detailed revision pack. These can be found in: K:\ICT\KS4\Creative imedia\R081 - Pre Production Skills K:\ICT\KS4\Creative imedia\R081 - Pre Production Skills\Revision Pack
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GCSE DANCE REVISION
Year 11 November Mocks
In preparation for your up and coming GCSE Dance mock exam in November it is vital that you complete the revision activities below during half term. This will help with your preparation over half term. You have been given all the resources you will need in lessons for the half term week. Please also know that you can come and see us anytime for help, our door is always open. Should you wish to email us please do [email protected]
Specification Exam Specification Link: https://goo.gl/9c1S8h
Scroll down to ‘Component 2: Dance appreciation’. This is the information about your written exam.
Topics Covered in the Exam
Section A is about choreographic processes and performing skills. Questions will relate to a given stimulus (words or a picture) for students to write a response.
There is no Section B in your mock exam as it relates to your own choreography. This will be covered when you have completed some more of your choreography.
Section C is about questions relating to the GCSE Dance Anthology. The works that will be included the exam are:
Artificial Things
EofE
A Linha Curva
Infra
You must be able to answer questions based on the following in relation to those works:
Features of Production- costume, set, lighting, props, accompaniment, number of dancers.
Performance Environments
Choreographic Approaches (how they made up the dance)
Choreographic Content (describing and explaining a motif)
Choreographic Intentions
Useful Links Exam Papers: http://filestore.aqa.org.uk/resources/dance/AQA-82361-SQP.PDF Anthology Interview links: https://goo.gl/v7TWXq https://goo.gl/YfXyjZ https://goo.gl/YcVUTv https://goo.gl/fJrRnD
Mock Exam Information
Length of mock: 1 hour paper that is split into two sections: SECTION A and SECTION C (see above)
Get Ahead Sessions
Every Tuesday 12.45pm or Friday 12.45pm in C2. Weekend dates to be arranged for help with practical work.
Revision Tasks
Arts Pool E-Learning Hub – tasks to complete on show my homework.
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Level 2 Certificate for Music Practitioners ROCKSCHOOL
In preparation for your up and coming practical exam mock exam in November it is vital that you are familiar with the sections that you will be expected to complete and the standard required for the final performance and tech set up examination. Please also know that you can come and see us anytime for help, our door is always open.
Specification Please refer to Show My Homework for the examination mock paperwork
Topics Covered in the Exam
Information about the Mock Exam
Length of MOCK: 1 hour paper
You will complete your PLANNING document detailing:
Personal aims which will include style/image/ ideas for the performance/repertoire/
Think about what you want to achieve, what skills do you have and how you will use them
Tech pathway students need to think about what resources you will use, what instruments you need to record and the personnel involved, also the schedule of events and the repertoire to be recorded
Get Ahead Sessions
Coursework after school sessions booked by prior arrangement. Staff are available break and lunch time to assist with any queries.
Revision Activities
1 Study the Distinction standard exemplar on Show My Homework for Planning. Think about why it is so successful and what you can include in your planning document to achieve the highest grading.
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GCSE MUSIC Revision
Year 11 November Mocks
In preparation for your up and coming Music mock exam in November it is vital that you complete the revision activities below during half term. This will help with your preparation over half term. You have been given all the resources you will need in lessons for the half term week. We have also included a link to the exam specification to help you focus your revision onto the topics included in the mock exam. A lot of the activities we have planned for you work alongside the lessons you have completed this term. Therefore, please make sure you have collected all the support materials you need for over the half term. Please also know that you can come and see us anytime for help, our door is always open.
Specification
https://qualifications.pearson.com/content/dam/pdf/GCSE/Music/2016/specification/Specification_GCSE_L1-L2_in_Music.pdf
Topics Covered in the Exam
Section A:
Short answer questions on the Set Works. You will be tested on:
‘Music for a While’ – Henry Purcell ‘Killer Queen’ Beethoven’s’ Pathetique’ Sonata for piano in C Minor – first
movement J.S. Bach – 3rd Movement from Brandenburg Concerto No 5. In D
Major John Williams: Main Title from Star Wars IV: A New Hope S Schwartz – ‘Defying Gravity’ from Wicked Afro Celt Sound System – Release from Volume 2 Dictation – one dictation question 1 UNFAMILIAR piece (but related to a set work analysis question)
Section B:
Essay comparing a set work with an unfamiliar piece Information about the Mock Exam
Length of MOCK: 1 hour paper
Section A:
Short answer questions based upon structure, rhythm, melody, harmony, use of instruments, tonality and texture of each set work1 melodic and/or rhythmic dictation question
Section B: 12 marks
A comparison essay based on one set work with another unknown work – you will have the scores
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For both works and you will be asked to evaluate, conclude and show that you understand the
musical context. Get Ahead Sessions
Coursework after school sessions booked by prior arrangement. Staff are available break and lunch time to assist with any queries.
Revision Activities
1 Listen to all the set works videos on YouTube. A link is on Show My Homework:
Test yourself on features such as the key, instrumentation, context. Use your bound course books as a revision aid.
On Show My Homework is a ‘knowledge organiser for ‘Music for a While’ Try making a knowledge organiser for each of the set works. Use the recordings and your class notes to help you.
2 Familiarise yourself with the mark scheme for Section B. Study your own comparison essay and
your feedback. Try re-writing the essay with a focus on achieving the highest mark band by responding to the feedback.
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Business Revision
In preparation for your up and coming Business mock exam in November it is vital that you complete the revision activities below during half term. This will help with your preparation over half term. You have been given all the resources you will need in lessons for the half term week. We have also included a link to the exam specification to help you focus your revision onto the topics included in the mock exam. A lot of the activities we have planned for you work alongside the lessons you have completed this term. Therefore, please make sure you have collected all the support materials you need for over the half term. Please also know that you can come and see us anytime for help, our door is always open. Should you wish to email us please do [email protected]
Specification Exam Specification Link: http://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/btec-
firsts/business-2012-nqf.html
Topics
Covered in
the Exam
Topic A.1 Understand the costs involved in business: Start up and operating costs, fixed
and variable costs, direct and indirect costs, how to calculate total costs (must know the
formula)
Topic A.2 Understand how businesses make a profit: Revenue, other sources of
income/revenue, how to calculate sales revenue (must know the formula), profit, how to
calculate profit (must know the formula), ways to improve profit by increasing revenue and
decreasing costs
Topic B.1 Understand the planning tools businesses use to predict when they
will start making a profit: Break-even, be able to use the break-even formula (given to you
in the exam), be able to interpret a break-even chart, know what happens to the breakeven
point when the sales price or costs change, benefits and limitations of doing breakeven
analysis
Topic B.2 Understand the tools businesses use to plan for success: Cash flow, inflows,
outflows, complete a cash flow forecast, analyse a cash flow forecast, understand the
purpose of a cash flow forecast, benefits and limitations of cash flow forecasting
Information
about the
Mock Exam
Length of Mock: 1 hour paper
Will consists of the following types of questions:
1-2 closed questions such as multiple choice.
1- 2 mark ‘identify’ or ‘explain’ type questions that require a written response.
8 mark ‘assess’, ‘discuss’ or ‘evaluate’ type questions that require a written
response.
Get Ahead
Sessions
Business intervention sessions after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Revision
Activities
1 Complete the practice exam papers that are on Show My Homework.
Make sure you practice the 8 mark questions as these are critical in getting a good grade.
2 Complete the flash cards that are attached to show my homework. Use these to revise
regularly so it all sticks!
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Travel and Tourism Revision
Year 11 November Mocks
In preparation for your up and coming Travel and Tourism mock exam in November it is vital that you complete the revision activities below during half term. This will help with your preparation over half term. You have been given all the resources you will need in lessons for the half term week. We have also included a link to the exam specification to help you focus your revision onto the topics included in the mock exam. A lot of the activities we have planned for you work alongside the lessons you have completed this term. Therefore, please make sure you have collected all the support materials you need for over the half term. Please also know that you can come and see us anytime for help, our door is always open. Should you wish to email us please do [email protected]
Specification Exam Specification Link: http://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/btec-
firsts/travel-and-tourism-2013-nqf.html
Topics
Covered in
the Exam
Topic A.1 Types of tourism: Domestic, inbound, outbound
Topic A.2 Types of travel: Leisure, business, specialist
Topic A.3 Principles of sustainable tourism: Definition, principles, benefits
Topic B.1 Industries in the travel and tourism sector: Key organisations such as tour
operators, travel agents, transport providers, accommodation providers, attractions, arts and
entertainment, tourism development and promotion, trade and professional bodies, ancillary
organisations. Private, public and voluntary organisations. Interrelationships.
Information
about the
Mock Exam
Length of Mock: 1 hour paper
Will consists of the following types of questions:
1-2 closed questions such as multiple choice.
1- 2 mark ‘identify’ or ‘explain’ type questions that require a written response.
8 mark ‘assess’, ‘discuss’ or ‘evaluate’ type questions that require a written
response.
Get Ahead
Sessions
Travel intervention sessions after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Revision
Activities
1 Complete the practice exam papers that are on Show My Homework.
Make sure you practice the 8 mark questions as these are critical in getting a good grade.
2 Complete the flash cards that are attached to show my homework. Use these to revise
regularly so it all sticks!
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French Mock Revision 2017
The Mock exams will be in 3 parts: 1. Reading and Writing (one hour, in Mock Week)
2. Listening (40 minutes, in lesson time, date to be decided)
3. Speaking (22-24 minutes in total, including 12 minutes preparation time,
date to be decided)
During half term, you should be revising the following topics in preparation for the Reading and Writing exam:
Identity and culture (Who am I?, Daily life, Cultural life)
School
Local area, holiday and travel (Holidays, Travel and tourist attractions,
Town, region and country)
During half term, you should complete your paragraphs for the conversation questions on the following topics:
Identity and culture (Who am I?, Daily life, Cultural life)
School
Local area, holiday and travel (Holidays, Travel and tourist attractions,
Town, region and country)
You should be using:
Vocabulary guide (Please speak with your teacher if you have lost
yours!)
Quizlet
Your own notes
BBC Bitesize
www.languagesonline.org.uk (Select ‘Français’ on the menu on the left
hand side)
Speaking Guide
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German Mock Revision 2017
The Mock exams will be in 3 parts: 1.Reading and Writing (one hour)
2.Listening (40 minutes, in lesson time, date to be decided)
3.Speaking (22-24 minutes in total, including 12 minutes
preparation time, date to be decided)
During half term, you should be revising the following topics in preparation for the Reading and Writing exam:
Holidays, trips and visits
School
Work and future
Home town
You should be using:
Vocabulary guide (Please see your teacher if you have lost
yours!)
The ‘bible’
Quizlet
Your own notes
BBC Bitesize
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Spanish Mock Revision 2017
The Mock exams will be in 3 parts:
1.Reading and Writing (one hour, in Mock Week)
2.Listening (40 minutes, in lesson time, date to be decided)
3.Speaking (22-24 minutes in total, including 12 minutes preparation
time, date to be decided)
During half term, you should be revising the following topics in preparation for the Reading and Writing exam:
Local Area, Holidays and Travel (Desconéctate in vocab guide)
School (Mi vida en el insti in vocab guide)
Identity and Culture (Mi gente and Intereses e influencias in vocab
guide)
Living in the city (Ciudades in the vocab guide)
You should be using: Vocabulary guide to learn the vocabulary thoroughly
The complex structures section on P54-57 of the vocab guide to practise
writing paragraphs for each topic above
Quizlet to practise the vocabulary
Your own notes in your exercise book to recall the complex structures
we have practised in exercises
BBC Bitesize for vocabulary and grammar practice
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Geography Revision
In preparation for your up and coming Geography mock exam in November it is vital that you complete the revision activities below during half term. This will help with your preparation over half term. You have been given all the resources you will need in lessons for the half term week. We have also included a link to the exam specification to help you focus your revision onto the topics included in the mock exam. A lot of the activities we have planned for you work alongside the lessons you have completed this term. Therefore, please make sure you have collected all the support materials you need for over the half term. Please also know that you can come and see us anytime for help, our door is always open. Should you wish to email us please do [email protected]
Specification Exam Specification Link: http://www.eduqas.co.uk/qualifications/geography/gcse-b/
Topics
Covered in
the Exam
3.4 Desertification
3.4.1 What are the physical processes operating in hot semi-arid regions to make them more
vulnerable to desertification?
3.4.2 To what extent does human activity contribute to the problem of desertification?
3.4.3 How can vulnerable environments to desertification be managed?
Information
about the
Mock Exam
Length of MOCK: 1 hour paper that is split into two sections.
Part A-32 marks
1-4 mark questions based on recall and use of geographical skills such as graphs, diagrams
and tables.
Part B- 28 marks
1-4 mark questions based on interpreting the resource booklet provided and making a
decision.
Get Ahead
Sessions
Any staff available every break, lunch or after school
Geography sessions for year 11 also run on a Tuesday after school 3.05-4.25
Revision
Activities
1 Read through the information about the Red River on show my homework.
Complete the practice exam questions attached. They are not covering the same topic as is
in your exam but the ‘types’ of questions will be similar so therefore helping you to prepare
for how to get the marks. It is also beneficial for you to recap on rivers topic you did in year
10.
2 Complete a glossary for the key words attached to show my homework. Use these in your
mock to make your answers awesome. ‘Sound like a geographer!’
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GCSE PE Revision
In preparation for your up and coming PE mock exam in November it is vital that you complete the revision activities below during half term. This will help with your preparation over half term. You have been given all the resources you will need in lessons for the half term week. We have also included a link to the exam specification to help you focus your revision onto the topics included in the mock exam. Please also know that you can come and see us anytime for help, our door is always open. Should you wish to email us please do [email protected])
Specification Exam Specification Link: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-
gcses/physical-education-2016.coursematerials
Topics
Covered in
the Exam
Topic 1 – Health fitness and Well-Being – lifestyle choices, diet. principles of training,
methods of training, training zones
Topic 2 – Applied Anatomy and Physiology – skeletal, muscular, circulatory and respiratory
systems
Link to Past
Papers and
Questions
Exam Papers: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-gcses/physical-
education-2016.coursematerials
Information
about the
Mock Exam
Length of MOCK: 1 hour paper that is split into three sections.
SECTION 1 – Recall – multiple choice – 1 mark
SECTION 2 – Recall and Explain – 2-4 marks
Section 3 – Longer answer questions – 9 marks
Get Ahead
Sessions
Every Tuesday from 3:05-4:30
Every lunchtime
Revision
Activity
1
Mypeexam.org – Topics -38, 49-52, 61-72, 93-110, 123-126
2
Revision Task booklet
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Religious Studies Revision
Year 11 November Mocks
In preparation for your up and coming RS mock exam in November it is vital that you complete the revision activities below during half term. This will help with your preparation over half term. You have been given all the resources you will need in lessons for the half term week. This will include a booklet on Buddhist Teachings and Christian Teaching mind maps. Ms Elliot and Miss Jenkins are available in RE1 and 2 at breaktime and lunchtimes to help. Please make use of this opportunity.
Specification Exam Specification Link: http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/religious-studies/gcse/religious-
studies-a-8062
Topics
Covered in
the Exam
Buddhist Teachings:
The Buddha and The Four Noble Truths
Human Personality and Destiny
Christian Teachings:
Key Beliefs
Jesus Christ and Salvation
Information
about the
Mock Exam
Length of MOCK: 1 hour paper that is split into two sections.
Part A – 24 Marks Buddhist Teachings
Consists of a 1,2,4,5, and 12 mark answer
Part B- 24 Marks Christian Teachings
1-4 mark questions based on interpreting the resource booklet provided and making a
decision.
Get Ahead
Sessions
Any staff available every break, lunch or after school
Please let the member of staff know that you are coming and what you require help with
Revision
Activities
1 Buddhism:
Focusing on the topics covered in the exam, create mind maps or revision index cards.
Practice any exam questions which appear in the revision material.
2 Christianity:
Complete the mind map sheets 1 to 8
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Media Studies Revision
In preparation for your up and coming Media Studies exam in November it is vital that you complete the revision activities below during half term. This will help with your preparation over half term. You have been given all the resources you will need in lessons for the half term week. We have also included a link to the exam specification to help you focus your revision onto the topics included in the mock exam. The exam itself will be based around a pre-released brief but will in fact test any elements of media studies through your application to the brief. Please also know that you can come and see us anytime for help, our door is always open. Should you wish to email us please do [email protected] or [email protected]
Specification Exam Specification Link: http://filestore.aqa.org.uk/subjects/AQA-48101-PG-2018-IM-STD.PDF
Topics
Covered in
the Exam
Serial television drama is this year’s topic for the exam. Students will be tested on their
ability to apply the four key concepts to this topic
1. Institutions
2. Media Language
3. Representations
4. Audience
Students have currently been analysing TV dramas by looking at a range of techniques used
to constructs narrative, character roles and meaning to help appeal to a specific target
audience. They must be able to analyse mise-en-scene, camera techniques, lighting, colour,
sound and editing.
Information
about the
Mock Exam
Length of MOCK: 1 hour paper that is split into three sections.
Task 1: Case study task - This task will test your knowledge of TV Drama and involve
writing in detail about TWO TV dramas that you have researched in class and at home.
Task 3: Creative task - This will involve designing some kind of media product for your new
TV drama - for example a website homepage or the storyboard of the opening scene of your
drama.
Task 4: Audience task - This could test any aspect of the brief but usually involves audience
pleasures (why the target audience would enjoy TV drama)
Get Ahead
Sessions
Any staff available every break, lunch or after school
Revision
Activity
1 When we return after half term we will be examining the lead characters in a range of TV
serial dramas. Please research fully these characters. This is a continuation of the work we
have started in lessons where you have researched a range of dramas into a table. The
guidance for this was discussed in the last lesson.
2 The study of the different platforms (Netflix, TV etc) will be key to the exam. Please can
research which serial TV dramas are shown on which platform. This is a key revision topic
as it will form the core of your mock exam – understanding which platforms show which
dramas for which target audience.