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Year 8 examinations

Week beginning 30 th November 2015

GENERAL REVISION ADVICE

1. Make a revision timetable so that you can plan your revision.

2. Try different ways of revising:

Mind maps Doddle Flashcards Highlight key words – reduce your notes Revision apps/websites

3. BUG the question in the exams:

BUBBLE command wordsUNDERLINE key pointsGLANCE back

4. Find out from your teacher what a model answer looks like so that you can reach your target grade.

5. Spend at least an hour on revision each night.

6. Attend all revision sessions available to you.

7. Turn off all mobile devices whilst revising!

8. Get plenty of sleep before your exam and eat well.

9. Make sure that you have all the equipment you need for each

exam.

10.

1 hour on revision per night

Year 8 examinations


ENGLISH

Format of the exam:1 hour reading and writing exam. The task will be to analyse

and compare two pieces of text then write a letter using information

from the text.

Topics that need to be revised:

Analysing the characters in the text.

Comparing two texts.

How specific words/phrases/stage directions and punctuation show feelings.

How to organise and structure a letter.

Hints and tips for preparation:

Practise picking out key information from a text. Practice explaining the effect on the audience. Try using a grid to identify words and effect

Word/Phrase from the text

Most important word

What this makes the reader think about how the character is feeling

Compare how two texts present a character.

Structure a letter so that it has the appropriate level of formality.

Stretch and challenge for top grades:

Demonstrate a precise analysis, including at word level, the character in the text using reference to other parts of the text as a comparison.

Interpretation of the two scenes teasing out the meanings and considering the relative importance of different pieces of evidence.

Precise, perceptive analysis of how language is used and an understanding of how the language choices contribute to an overall effect on the reader.

Useful websites & where to find help:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/standard/english/lit_form/letter/revision/1/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e12DaFLlTc0






Year 8 examinations


Mathematics

Format of the exam: One paper. Students will complete all of the questions that they possibly can. The paper is 60 minutes in length and has a maximum score of 60. One mark questions should take no longer than one minute to answer. It will be a non-calculator paper.

Topics that need to be revised: The paper will cover all of the four Maths strands; Number, Algebra, Geometry and Statistics. As a rough guide the following topics should certainly be looked at.

Remembering/Understanding – Written addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Reading two way tables. Pictograms. Area by counting squares. Names of angles. Factors and multiples. Calculating with decimals. Probability spinners. Percentages of amounts.

Analysing/Applying – Area by counting squares. Names of angles. Factors and multiples. Calculating with decimals. Probability spinners. Percentages of amounts. Understanding of letters used for numbers. Criticising survey methods. Negatives in calculations. Composite bar charts. Equation of straight line.

Evaluating/Creating – Probability spinners. The special quadrilaterals. Substitution in algebra. Percentages of amounts. Criticising survey methods. Building algebraic expressions. Angle properties. Composite bar charts. Equation of straight line. Calculating with fractions. Locus points.


Make sure you have looked at every topic and not just your favourites Revise a little and often. Rather than two hours the night before the exam

pick a topic and spend 30mins looking through revision material every other night

Make revision active – reading things will only help a little bit; make sure you give yourself time to do and understand examples


There will be a top tier paper which is intended for Evaluating and Creating students.


Mr Rowe (Monday), Mr Perriam (Wednesday) and Mr Warren (Friday) will run lunchtime drop ins with sample questions. These run from 1pm to 1:30pm.

www.hegartymaths.com (then select KS3 and All Areas)

www.mymaths.co.uk (username: paignton password: pyramid use the search tool to look up each of the areas)

www.bbc.co.uk/education/subjects/zqhs34j (select topics from the menu)

Year 8 examinations


Science

Format of the exam:50% knowledge questions20% data analysis questions30% applying knowledge questions (QWC)Topics that need to be revised:

P2.1 Electricity and magnetism

B2.1 Digestion and Lifestyle

C2.1 The periodic table


Be sure to read all questions properly and use the B.U.G system (Box command words, Underline keywords, Glance back at the question).

Ensure to use pencil and ruler where needed.

Double check data questions as often the answer is within the question.


Be able to draw particle diagrams of element and compounds.Be able to know the symbols of the following elements: carbon, oxygen, copper, magnesium, sulphur, iron, gold, aluminium, silver, hydrogen and nitrogen.Be able to write balanced word equations for chemical reactions.


All revision materials will be on doddle. www.doddlelearn.co.uk

BBC bite size – KS3- search units above

Year 8 examinations


Geography

Format of the exam: There will be one compulsory question worth 25 marks on the topic of

‘Coasts’. There will be 3 additional marks for SPaG. (Spelling, punctuation and grammar).


Coasts

How humans use the coastline.

Types of erosion –abrasion, hydraulic action, solution and attrition.

Features of erosion- caves, arch, stack and stumps. Bays and headlands.

Longshore drift.

Coastal defences – groynes, sea wall, revetments, gabion basket, rip rap and beach replenishment.


Write a revision time table and plan when you are going to complete your revision. You have a lot to revise.

Attend revision classes.

Be active in your revision methods – mind maps, key facts cards etc.

Use the PowerPoint for tips for Geography revision on Paignton online.


The exam paper is styled on Foundation GCSE examination questions and will be marked using GCSE criteria and grade boundaries.


Doddle

BBC Bite size Key stage 3

Coastal landscapes - http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/topics/z6bd7ty

There are both revision pages and multiple choices tests to help you with your revision.

Revision classes will take place in the lessons the week before the examinations. These classes will help you to identify the areas of the work that you are less confident with, so that you can complete further independent revision to ensure reaching your threshold target.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/topics/z6bd7ty

Year 8 examinations


HISTORY

Format of the exam:Knowledge questionsOdd-one-outSource inference questionsEssay questions


Henry VIIIEdward VIMary IElizabeth IHints and tips for preparation:

Work on 4 mark inference questions. Many of the answers will follow this structure; From the source it can be seen…

This is clear because…

Practice APE/PEE for your essay questions.Remember to refer to or quote from all sources provided, that’s why they are there.Use BUG and remain focused on what the question asks you to do. Don’t leave any questions blank, have a go!


Use hierarchy in your essay questions; e.g. the most important reason etc.

Many of the question types will be found in GCSE examination papers and will be marked with that criteria.Useful websites & where to find help:

Paignton Online, BBC Bitesize and also after-school history revision sessions.

Year 8 Examinations


Ethics

Format of the exam:The exam is based on the GCSE format. Students will sit the Edexcel Ethics GCSE in Year 11, but will be familiar with the style of questions and expected answer style. Students have completed many assessments using this format of a, b, c and d style questions. The exam is 45 minutes long, and comprises of two sets of questions. Students must attempt all questions. There is 5 minutes built in time to thoroughly read the questions. There is a useful PowerPoint on the VLC with the revision materials to further remind and explain how to give A* answers.Topics that need to be revised:

The exam will be based on the five areas studied in class.

1. The United Nations2. Afghanistan as a country3. The 30 Human Rights4. Christian and Hindu Creation Stories5. Scientific explanations for the creation of the universe.

In addition students will need to know the 12 x Human Rights keywords – both meanings and spellings. You can find these on Quizlet.com -PCSA Yr8 Spellings.


All revision materials are available on the VLC. There are also links to Quizlet.com which is a very useful resource for learning key terms and spellings. Come to the Year 8 Ethics after school revision session on Monday 16th November. Take home the mind-maps and revision cards that will be prepared in lessons.


To get top grades you need to be aware of exam format, have thoroughly revised the prescribed topics and to make sure you write in enough detail giving examples and key terms wherever possible.


All revision materials are provided on VLC. Of course students may use any additional books or websites linked to the prescribed topics to further enhance personal knowledge of these topics.

http://www.paigntononline.com/year-8-ethics-exam-revision-2015/

https://quizlet.com/76389737/ks3-human rights-pcsa-flash-cards/

https://quizlet.com/76389737/ks3-human

http://www.paigntononline.com/year-8-ethics-exam-revision-2015/

Year 8 examinations


P.E

Format of the exam: The PE exam is made up of 38 questions, 100 marks in total. Questions differ in how many marks are on offer from 1 – 3. Topics that need to be revised:

Heart rate including how to calculate maximum heart rate. How oxygen is transported around the body. Major bones and functions of the skeleton. Major muscles and function of muscles. Skill-related and Physical-related fitness components. Healthy Lifestyle. Training Methods for specific fitness components.


Pupils are to revisit the theory subjects they have been tested on at KS3.

Revise the key topics listed above.

Use the B.U.G. technique with exam style questions to help understanding.


Revise the major bones and muscles.Know what the skill related components are and suggest a sporting example for each.Be able to use connectives when structuring sentences to help describe / explain your answers.Useful websites & where to find help:

Use paigntononline.com :

- Search for Year 8 PE EXAM REVISION GUIDE- Search for BTEC Sport: Attempt the practice papers

(relevant especially for heart rate, muscles and skill related components of fitness.

GCSE PE Bitesize http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/subjects/znyb4wx

http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/subjects/znyb4wx

Year 8 examinations


Computer Science

Format of the exam:Knowledge questionsMultiple - choice questionsEssay questions


Website Design.


What is the WWW, how does it work and how is it used?

Features of websites e.g. navigation bar, search bar, background colour.

Target audience of various websites e.g. sportsdirect.com – people who enjoy sport.

Purpose of various websites e.g. google.co.uk – to allow people to make worldwide searches.

What you can include in a website creation to meet the target audience and purpose.


Which websites target which audiences the best?

What have they included in their website which targets their audience in an effective way?

How are websites created?

What is HTML code?


Central Resources > ICT Pupils Link > Key Stage 3 > Year 8 > HTML & Website Development > USE THIS

http://www.bbc.co.uk/guides/z2nbgk7 - What is the Worldwide Web

http://www.bbc.co.uk/guides/z2nbgk7

Year 8 examinations


French French Revision help sheet .

To be successful in this exam you will need to review the following chapters from Module 3 Studio 1 which can be accessed online at: www.Paigntonmoodle.com. Book studio 1. Module 3 “Mes passetemps.” They are:1. Computer and mobile P. 50 / 512. J’aime faire ça. P. 56/ 573. Tu es sportif ? P 52 / 534. Activities and weather Page 54/ 555. Other people’s activities P 58/ 59 Format of the exam: In the exam hall: The paper will consist of a translation (30 mins) from French into English which incorporates all levels. There will also be a written piece where students are encouraged to write as much as possible. Students are encouraged to write as much as possible and use structures they have been asked to use in class by their teachers. In class: you will do a speaking exam based on the same theme as your writing exam. You will need to rehearse how to respond to key questions which will have been practiced and explained in class. Topics that need to be revised:Hobbies, likes and dislikes, mobile technology e.g. what you use your phone for. Team sports using JOUER and individual sports using FAIRE. Talking about your involvement in sports, if you train and how long for. Time expressions and weather. What you do if it’s raining, sunny or in winter/ summer etc…?

Hints and tips for preparation: You will need to learn your writing paragraph by heart once your draft copy has been marked and corrected in class by your teacher, who will have given you useful feedback on how to improve the quality and level of your work. For the speaking assessment you need to rehearse as much as possible as this will improve your confidence. Stretch and challenge for top grades: To achieve the top grades you must incorporate either two (evaluating) or three tenses (creating) in all the skills assessed. There will be a revision class to help with translation skills targeted at higher pupils .This session will take place on Wednesday 18th November.

Useful websites & where to find help: Http: www.funwith languages.vacau.com/ks3French- 3Passetemps.htm#computershttps:quizlet//quizlet.com/40217270/studio-1-module-3-jaime-faire-ca-flash-cards/ https://quizlet.com/68964065/tu-es-sportif-flas-cards/http:www.funwithlanguages.vacau.com/ks3French-3Passetemps.htm#activitieshttp:www.funwithlanguages.vacau.com/ks3French-3Passetemps.htm#otherwww.linguascope.com username : Paignton password : Browning

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