Question 1

What is NCEA AS 91000 about?

Accepted Answer

You need to show that you understand how a significant published play connects to the time period when it was first written. You'll do this through a practical presentation (like a performance, video, or live demonstration) that explores the play's social/historical context, its ideas, how drama techniques are used in it, and its structure and purpose.

Question 2

What do students need to do for AS 91000?

Accepted Answer

1. Make relevant links between the play and the historical/social context of when it was written 2. Identify and explain the main ideas and concerns shown in the play 3. Describe how drama elements and theatrical conventions are actually used in the play 4. Analyze the style, structure, and purpose of the play 5. Present your understanding practically (through performance, recorded video, or live demonstration)

Question 3

What's the difference between Achieved, Merit, and Excellence for AS 91000?

Accepted Answer

Achieved: You make clear links between the play and the time it was written, with relevant examples from the text. Merit: You provide detailed, well-illustrated examples that show how the play reflects its historical period, explaining why those connections matter. Excellence: You make insightful connections that show how the play's themes and techniques are deeply shaped by—and speak to—the world it was created in.

Question 4

What mistakes do students typically make in AS 91000?

Accepted Answer

1. Making general statements about the play without backing them up with specific examples or quotes 2. Focusing only on plot summary instead of analyzing how the play reflects its historical time period 3. Not exploring enough of the required areas (social context, ideas, drama techniques, style/structure)

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