11B Weeks 1-2 Check your understanding

Imagine you're in a classroom with Priya, Evelyn, and Aiden. What exciting challenge is the Formative Common Internal Assessment (CIA) exam?

• A thrilling test all Essential English students in Queensland must take

• A maths test to check problem-solving skills

• A creative writing task with no rules

• A practice test that does not count for anything

Who is the mastermind behind the creation of the CIA exam?

• Abigail, the genius teacher

• The brilliant students in Maya's class

• The Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA), the exam wizards

• Elijah, the principal with a plan

Imagine you're a secret agent like Ethan or Grace, preparing for the ultimate CIA exam. What types of texts will you need to decode?

• Song lyrics and comic books

• Novels and poetry

• Social media posts and online shopping lists

• Ads, news articles, campaign materials, and blog posts

Imagine you're a director like Zoe or Emma, tasked with creating a blockbuster movie. What does ‘representation’ mean in media?

• A copy of the original person, place, or idea

• A way of showing something from a certain point of view

• A random image chosen without purpose

• The exact truth with no changes

Imagine Priya and James are discussing their least favourite things. What is an example of a negative representation?

• Priya says, 'Mondays are great because they help you start fresh.'

• James grumbles, 'Hot weather is awful because it makes people feel tired and annoyed.'

• Priya mentions, 'Reading helps people learn new things.'

• James adds, 'Playing sports is good for your health.'

Imagine you're a detective like Abigail or Oliver, trying to uncover the secrets of media texts. Why do you think they use vibrant images and colours?

• To take up space on the page

• To make the text longer

• To create emotions and influence how people think

• To confuse the audience

Two different news articles talk about a football player. One describes him as “a dedicated athlete,” while the other calls him “a controversial figure.” What does this show?

• Media always tells the truth

• Different perspectives can lead to different representations

• All media is biased

• Football players are always controversial

Imagine you're a journalist like Grace, tasked with writing a news article. How can you create a certain representation of a person or event?

• By using specific words and phrases to shape the reader’s opinion

• By including only one photograph

• By making sure all stories are neutral

• By avoiding any details about the person or event

Imagine you're a detective like James or Aria. What does it mean to "explain" something?

• To list random facts

• To give more detail and reasons about something

• To copy someone else’s answer

• To ask questions about something

Imagine a sunny day where Samuel is playing in the park. Which of the following best captures an image of Samuel smiling?

• "This is a picture of a boy."

• "Samuel is smiling, which suggests he is happy."

• "Samuel has short hair."

• "This image contains a person."