Strategies for Answering AND, Outline, and Describe Questions

What does the 'AND' instruction require when answering a question?

• Only one idea must be included

• Multiple parts or ideas must be included

• A brief summary must be given

• Only characteristics must be described

Which strategy is recommended for Emerging learners when answering an 'AND' question?

• Use a checklist and tick off each part of the question separately

• Write a short paragraph

• Use a 3-part structure

• Use dot points to list key parts

Fill in the blank: For Developing learners, linking both parts of an 'AND' question can be done using a connector phrase like 'This leads to...' or '______'.

• As a result

• In contrast

• For example

• Nevertheless

What is the main purpose of an 'Outline' question?

• To provide characteristics or features

• To give a brief summary or overview

• To integrate ideas in a flowing sentence

• To use a checklist

Which of the following is an example of an Emerging strategy for 'Outline' questions?

• Use a single sentence for each key feature

• Write a short paragraph including the name, purpose, and a brief example

• Use dot points to list key parts

• Use a 3-part structure

Fill in the blank: For Advanced learners, an 'Outline' answer should include the name, purpose, and a brief ______.

• example

• summary

• introduction

• conclusion

Which strategy is recommended for Emerging learners when answering a 'Describe' question?

• Use 'What it is' + 'What it does.'

• Use a checklist

• Use dot points

• Write a short paragraph

Which strategy is recommended for Emerging learners when explaining how something works?

• Use 'This happens because...'

• Use 'What + Why + Result' structure

• Use a detailed chain of reasoning including a real-world example

• Provide balanced arguments with evidence

Which of the following is an example of a balanced argument for discussing the use of apps for health promotion?

• 'Apps help people track their health. But not everyone has access to them.'

• 'Apps can support behaviour change through reminders. However, they rely on user motivation and smartphone access.'

• 'Apps promote health by tracking behaviours and offering feedback. Yet, limitations such as digital literacy and data privacy concerns exist.'

• 'Apps are effective for everyone.'

Fill in the blank: The Developing learner strategy for discussing is to use ________ + Counterpoint + Conclusion.

• Point

• Fact

• Example

• Reason