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HISTORY/GEOGRAPHY/CIVICS A 2 hour (+10mins) combined paper

Comprehensive guide for preparing the combined Geography, History, and Civics test. Includes skills list, practice questions, and exam tips for maximizing performance. Equip yourself with the necessary tools and knowledge to ace the examination.

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HISTORY/GEOGRAPHY/CIVICS A 2 hour (+10mins) combined paper

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  1. HISTORY/GEOGRAPHY/CIVICSA 2 hour (+10mins) combined paper Geography • Requires you to use 1 hour of the 2 hours available as working time for the combined History/Geography/Civics test

  2. PART A WORTH 20% of the combined paper • 20 multiple choice questions, based on skills and stimulus material. • Your answers are indicated on a separate answer sheet Skills list available on the Board of Studies website, Geography syllabus p18 and 19

  3. Skills tested in Part A • use various types of maps and flow charts • locate features using degrees and minutes of latitude and longitude • calculate the area of a feature • calculate the density of a feature • measure bearings on a map • calculate local relief • identify the aspect of a slope • construct a cross-section • calculate the gradient of a slope • construct a transect • construct a land-use map • describe and explain relationships on maps • read and interpret synoptic charts • distinguish between large-scale and small-scale maps

  4. And More Skills (Part A) • Fieldwork - develop a research action plan • Use fieldwork techniques to collect primary and secondary data • Graphs and Statistics -construct and interpret population pyramids • construct and interpret divided bar and column graphs, and composite line graphs • recognise and account for change using statistical data • Photographs-interpret satellite images • Collect and use digital images • Note: When using geographical tools teachers could also use geographical information systems (GIS) as appropriate to support student learning in Geography • THESE SKILLS ARE TAKEN DIRECTLY FROM THE B.O.S SYLLABUS p19

  5. SKILLS • These skills have been included in your Homework booklets, and should be completed as directed by your teacher. • There are practice skills questions on the B of S website. Answers to these questions are also available on the website. • There is a multiple choice generator on the B of S website, under HSC and SC Test yourself.

  6. PART B Written responses (30% combined marks) Written responses as • (3)* Short responses worth 15% of the combined mark (*sometimes with 2 or more parts to the question). Use ALL the lines provided • 1 Extended response also worth 15% of the combined mark. Use All the lines provided.

  7. Equipment Needed • Black pens • Pencils and eraser • A ruler marked in mms and cms • Highlighter (optional) • A calculator • A pair of compasses • A protractor • A set square

  8. How to Get the Most from the SC • Good preparation means you can be relaxed • Prior study- throughout the time available from now to the exam • Good sleep patterns • Good eating habits • Arrive at the exam centre with plenty of time - no last minute rush

  9. THAT’s ALL FOLKS

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