Assessment

Comprehensive English Examination: January 2013

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It's out of my control! Pupils read passages about characters in situations beyond their control. They answer comprehension questions to demonstrate understanding of their reading and answer short answer questions. Scholars complete the exam with an essay in which they give an opinion on circumstances beyond the control of man. 

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Instructional Ideas
  • Use one exam as a teaching tool to complete together and another exam as an assessment
Classroom Considerations
  • Completion requires a three-hour block
  • Requires teachers to read a passage aloud to students
Pros
  • Offers a variety of text (passages and poems)
  • Includes answer key for easy grading
Cons
  • None