Year 7 NSW Exam Preparation and Study Guide

Flashcards covering exam schedules, rules, syllabus topics, and specific weak points for NSW Year 7 Maths, English, and Science.

When is the Year 7 Maths exam scheduled, and what is its duration?

Monday 9 November, periods 3 and 4, for 90 minutes.

What are the format, duration, and requirements for the Year 7 English exam?

Tuesday 10 November, period 1, 45 minutes; an essay of about 500 words on Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (hero's journey) using a quote sheet of 6 quotes.

When is the Year 7 Science exam scheduled, and what question types does it include?

Wednesday 11 November, period 1, 45 minutes; includes multiple choice, short answer, and extended response.

How many questions must each practice quiz contain and how should they be delivered?

8 multiple choice questions (A to D), delivered one at a time.

What value of $\pi$ must be used in Maths quizzes when needed?

$$\pi = 3.14$$

What difficulty mix is required for each practice quiz?

A mix of easy, medium, and 2 harder multi-step questions per quiz.

What are the levels of organisation specified in the Science topics from smallest to largest?

Cell, tissue, organ, organ system, organism.

What is the formula for density in the Science topics?

$$\text{density} = \frac{\text{mass}}{\text{volume}}$$

According to the student's Science weak spots, what definition equates to 'reliable'?

Reliable = repeated.

What are the five parts of a paragraph that students practice labelling in English?

Topic sentence, elaborate, example, analysis, linking sentence.

According to the English weak spots, how should an analysis sentence end?

It should end with: "this shows Harry is a hero because…".

What mark ranges correspond to grades A through E when marking English writing?

A: 17–20, B: 13–16, C: 9–12, D: 5–8, E: 1–4.

What is the student's specific weak-spot rule for rounding in Maths?

Look at the next digit only, never round twice.

What is the weak-spot rule concerning perimeter calculations?

Only outside edges count in perimeter.

What are the angle measurements of an equilateral triangle?

$60^\circ$ each.

What are the weak-spot rules for writing an English essay conclusion?

Conclusions are short with no new ideas or quotes.

What rule must topic sentences follow in English essays?

Topic sentences must match the introduction.

What are the specifications for the Maths 'practice exam' mode?

A 90-minute paper worth 70 marks, containing Section A with 10 multiple choice questions, followed by short answer questions with marks shown.