HSC Day 17, Friday 5 November

French Continuers

Section 3 - Writing in French

Question 13 (10 marks)

Write approximately 200 words in FRENCH.

(a) You have been out to a number of parties recently, and your parents are concerned. Write your thoughts about this in your diary. (10 marks)

Industrial Technology

Timber Products and Furniture Technologies

Section 1

Question 7

Which of the following manufactured boards has uniform strength in both directions?

(A) Coreboard

(B) Blockboard

(C) Composite board

(D) Medium density fibreboard

Biology

Section 1 - Part B

Question 23 (7 marks)

(a) Use an example to explain why hybridisation within a species is carried out. (2 marks)

(b) Use an example of a named transgenic species to discuss the social and environmental impact of this technology. (5 marks)

HSC Day 16, Thursday 4 November

Geography

Section 3

Question 29 (20 marks)

Analyse ONE of the urban dynamics of change operating in a country town or a suburb.

Physics

Section 1 - Part B

Question 27 (6 marks)

Magnetic resonance imaging is a current technology that uses superconductors. Identify two OTHER technologies that use superconductors. Evaluate the impact of these technologies on society and the environment.

HSC Day 15, Wednesday 3 November

Information Technology

Section 3

Question 20 (15 marks)

A client requires you to upgrade an existing computer system's software and hardware.

Write a report to the client outlining the procedures for each of the following:

• upgrading RAM
• installing a new printer
• running diagnostic procedures to evaluate the upgrade
• updating service logs and equipment inventories.

Chemistry

Section 1 - Part B

Question 30 (8 marks)

(a) Compare the process of polymerisation of ethylene and glucose. Include relevant chemical equations in your answer. (3 marks)

(b) Explain the relationship between the structures and properties of THREE different polymers from ethylene and glucose, and their uses. (5 marks)

HSC Day 14, Tuesday 2 November

Engineering Studies

Section 3

Question 18 - Engineering and the Engineering Report (10 marks)

(a) Wind turbines generate electricity as wind passes over the blades, causing them to rotate and transfer mechanical energy to a generator.

(i) Which factors would an engineer consider when selecting an appropriate site for installing several wind turbines? (2 marks)

(ii) Name and justify the use of TWO engineering materials which could be used in large modern wind turbine blades. (3 marks)

Economics

Section 4 

Question 27 (20 marks)

Analyse the causes and effects of fluctuations in Australia's external stability.

HSC Day 13, Monday 1 November

Modern Greek Continuers

Section 3 - Writing in Modern Greek

Question 12 (10 marks)

(b) You have just finished your HSC. Write an article for the local Greek newspaper in which you reflect on the need to learn a second language in today's world. (10 marks)

Legal Studies

Section 3 - Additional Focus Studies

Question 20 - Optional Focus Study 3 - Global Environment (25 marks)

(b) To what extent is the protection of the global environment a reflection of moral and ethical standards? (25 marks)