Oral examination
Characteristics of better responses:
- manipulated language effectively in a well-constructed argument within the time frame
- used wide vocabulary and advanced sentence structures
- presented a clear view point that was logically sequenced
- clarity of speech with accurate pronunciation.
Characteristics of weaker responses:
- did not maintain a cohesive argument with relevant supporting evidence
- used incomplete sentences
- used incorrect pronunciation.
Written examination
Section I – Response to Prescribed Text
Characteristics of better responses:
- more than just a translation of the text
- a perceptive analysis of the personality of Liu Cheng with textual evidence
- a thorough understanding of the whole film demonstrated by their analysis of how the relationship between Liu Cheng and Xiaochun changed
- the feelings and emotions of Xiaochun were acknowledged from the extract.
Characteristics of weaker responses:
- the changes in the relationship between Liu Cheng and Xiaochun were not identified
- insufficient textual evidence to support the answers.
Section II – Writing in Chinese
Characteristics of better responses:
- used a range of vocabulary and language structures
- developed a well-supported, sophisticated and comprehensive argument
- displayed logical thinking and analytical skills in the development of the argument.
Characteristics of weaker responses:
- inconsistent use of register
- focused on certain aspects of the topics without elaboration
- limited range of vocabulary and sentence structures.
