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MID-YEAR EXAMINATION 2019 1 BVSS/2019/MYE/SEC 3 FORMAT AND TOPICS 3 EXPRESS SUBJECT FORMAT TOPICS English Paper 1 (45%) Duration: 2 hrs Marks: 60 Paper 2 (45%) Duration: 1 hr 30 mins Marks: 70 Paper 3 Listening Comprehension (10%) Duration: about 30 mins Marks: 20 Section A: Editing (10 marks) It is a given text of continuous prose of not more than 250 words. Candidates identify and then edit grammatical errors by writing the corrections in the spaces provided. Errors in punctuation and spelling will not be tested in this section. Section B: Situational Writing (30 marks) Candidates write a text of 250-350 words based on a given situation which will involve viewing a visual text. Candidates are required to write the text (eg, an email, a letter, a report and a speech) to suit the purpose, audience and context. Section C: Continuous Writing (30 marks) Candidates choose one out of four topics to write a text of 350-500 words in continuous prose. The topics set may cover different types of texts (eg, descriptive, reflective, discursive and argumentative). Section A: Visual Text (5 marks) This section contains Text 1 which will include visuals. Based on the visual text, candidates are required to answer a variety of questions testing comprehension, and on the use of visuals as well as the use of language for impact. Section B: Comprehension (20 marks) This section contains Text 2, which is narrative in nature. based on which candidates are to answer questions testing comprehension, vocabulary in context and the use of language for impact. Section C: Comprehension and Summary (25 marks) This section contains Text 3, which is non-narrative in nature, based on which candidates are required to answer questions testing comprehension, vocabulary in context and the use of language for impact. Candidates are also required to write a summary of about 80 words (excluding the introductory words that will be provided). Listening Comprehension Section A (24 marks) Candidates respond to a variety of listening tasks that will assess a range of listening skills. The audio texts, which will consist of a variety of types of texts, eg, narrative, recount, exposition and information texts, may come with visuals where appropriate. A variety of question types, eg, multiple choice, matching, fill-in-the- blanks, true/false/not stated, and filling in a graphic organiser, may be set. Section B (6 marks) Candidates listen to an informational text and complete a simple note-taking task.

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  • MID-YEAR EXAMINATION 2019

    1 BVSS/2019/MYE/SEC 3 FORMAT AND TOPICS

    3 EXPRESS SUBJECT FORMAT TOPICS

    English Paper 1 (45%) Duration: 2 hrs Marks: 60 Paper 2 (45%) Duration: 1 hr 30 mins Marks: 70 Paper 3 Listening Comprehension (10%) Duration: about 30 mins Marks: 20

    Section A: Editing (10 marks) It is a given text of continuous prose of not more than 250 words. Candidates identify and then edit grammatical errors by writing the corrections in the spaces provided. Errors in punctuation and spelling will not be tested in this section. Section B: Situational Writing (30 marks) Candidates write a text of 250-350 words based on a given situation which will involve viewing a visual text. Candidates are required to write the text (eg, an email, a letter, a report and a speech) to suit the purpose, audience and context. Section C: Continuous Writing (30 marks) Candidates choose one out of four topics to write a text of 350-500 words in continuous prose. The topics set may cover different types of texts (eg, descriptive, reflective, discursive and argumentative). Section A: Visual Text (5 marks) This section contains Text 1 which will include visuals. Based on the visual text, candidates are required to answer a variety of questions testing comprehension, and on the use of visuals as well as the use of language for impact. Section B: Comprehension (20 marks) This section contains Text 2, which is narrative in nature. based on which candidates are to answer questions testing comprehension, vocabulary in context and the use of language for impact. Section C: Comprehension and Summary (25 marks) This section contains Text 3, which is non-narrative in nature, based on which candidates are required to answer questions testing comprehension, vocabulary in context and the use of language for impact. Candidates are also required to write a summary of about 80 words (excluding the introductory words that will be provided). Listening Comprehension Section A (24 marks) Candidates respond to a variety of listening tasks that will assess a range of listening skills. The audio texts, which will consist of a variety of types of texts, eg, narrative, recount, exposition and information texts, may come with visuals where appropriate. A variety of question types, eg, multiple choice, matching, fill-in-the-blanks, true/false/not stated, and filling in a graphic organiser, may be set. Section B (6 marks) Candidates listen to an informational text and complete a simple note-taking task.

  • MID-YEAR EXAMINATION 2019

    2 BVSS/2019/MYE/SEC 3 FORMAT AND TOPICS

    3 EXPRESS SUBJECT FORMAT TOPICS

    Higher Chinese

    Paper 1 (30%) Duration: 2 hrs Marks: 60 Paper 2 (35%) Duration: 1 hr 30 mins Marks: 70 Paper 3 Oral (25%) Duration: 10-15 mins Marks: 50 Paper 3 Listening Comprehension (10%) Duration: about 30 mins Marks: 20

    Section 1: Functional Writing: E-mail (20 marks) (choose 1 out of 2 questions) Section 2: Essay Writing: Argumentative, Expository and Narrative (40 marks) (choose 1 out of 3 questions) (Use of Dictionary is allowed for Paper 1. See SEAB website for approved list of dictionary) Section 1: Cloze Passage, 10 questions (MCQ) (10 marks) Section 2: Comprehension 1, 10 questions (MCQ) (20 marks) Section 3: Comprehension 2, 10 questions (Open-ended) (40 marks) Section 1: Reading Aloud, 1 short passage (10 marks) Section 2: Spoken Interaction based on Video Stimulus (40 marks) Listening Comprehension (20 marks) 10 multiple choice questions

    Chinese Paper 1 (40%) Duration: 2 hrs Marks: 60 Paper 2 (40%) Duration: 1 hr 30 mins Marks: 70 Paper 3 Listening Comprehension (20%) Duration: about 30 mins Marks: 20

    Section 1: Functional Writing: E-mail (20 marks) (choose 1 out of 2 questions) Section 2: Essay Writing: Argumentative, Expository and Narrative (40 marks) (choose 1 out of 3 questions) (Use of Dictionary is allowed for Paper 1. See SEAB website for approved list of dictionary) Section 1: Cloze Passage, 10 questions (MCQ) (10 marks) Section 2: Comprehension 1, 10 questions (MCQ) (20 marks) Section 3: Comprehension 2, 10 questions (Open-ended) (40 marks) Listening Comprehension (20 marks) 10 multiple choice questions

    Chinese B Paper 1 (20%) Duration: 50 mins Marks: 20 Paper 2 (30%) Duration: 1 hr Marks: 30 Paper 3 Oral (30%) Duration: 10-15 mins Marks: 30 Paper 3 Listening Comprehension (20%) Duration: about 30 mins Marks: 20

    Writing: E-mail, Picture Composition (20 marks) (choose 1 out of 2 questions) (Use of Dictionary is allowed for Paper 1. See SEAB website for approved list of dictionary) Section 1: Cloze passage (10 marks) Section 2: Comprehension 1 (10 marks) Section 3: Comprehension 2 (10 marks) Section 1: Reading Aloud, 1 short passage (10 marks) Section 2: Spoken Interaction based on Video Stimulus (20 marks) Listening Comprehension (20 marks) 10 multiple choice questions

  • MID-YEAR EXAMINATION 2019

    3 BVSS/2019/MYE/SEC 3 FORMAT AND TOPICS

    3 EXPRESS SUBJECT FORMAT TOPICS

    Higher Malay

    Paper 1 (30%) Duration: 2 hrs Marks: 60 Paper 2 (35%) Duration: 1 hr 30 mins Marks: 70 Paper 3 Oral (25%) Duration: 10-15 mins Marks: 50 Paper 3 Listening Comprehension (10%) Duration: about 30 mins Marks: 20

    Section 1: Functional Writing: E-mail (20 marks) (choose 1 out of 2 questions) Section 2: Essay Writing: Argumentative, Descriptive, Expository and Narrative (40 marks) (choose 1 out of 3 questions) (Use of Dictionary is allowed for Paper 1. See SEAB website for approved list of dictionary) Section 1: Grammar, Idioms and Vocabulary (30 marks) Section 2: Objective Comprehension (10 marks) Section 3: Subjective Comprehension (30 marks) Section 1: Reading Aloud, 1 short passage (10 marks) Section 2: Spoken Interaction based on Video Stimulus (40 marks) Listening Comprehension (20 marks) 10 multiple choice questions

    Malay Paper 1 (40%) Duration: 2 hrs Marks: 60 Paper 2 (40%) Duration: 1 hr 30 mins Marks: 70 Paper 3 Listening Comprehension (20%) Duration: about 30 mins Marks: 20

    Section 1: Functional Writing: E-mail (20 marks) (choose 1 out of 2 questions) Section 2: Essay Writing: Argumentative, Descriptive, Expository and Narrative (40 marks) (choose 1 out of 3 questions) (Use of Dictionary is allowed for Paper 1. See SEAB website for approved list of dictionary) Section 1: Grammar, Idioms and Vocabulary (30 marks) Section 2: Objective Comprehension (10 marks) Section 3: Subjective Comprehension (30 marks) Listening Comprehension (20 marks) 10 multiple choice questions

    Higher Tamil Paper 1 (30%) Duration: 2 hrs Marks: 60 Paper 2 (35%) Duration: 1 hr 30 mins Marks: 70 Paper 3 Oral (25%) Duration: 10-15 mins Marks: 50 Paper 3 Listening Comprehension (10%) Duration: about 30 mins Marks: 20

    Section 1: Functional Writing: E-mail (20 marks) (choose 1 out of 2 questions) Section 2: Essay Writing: Argumentative, Descriptive, Expository and Narrative (40 marks) (choose 1 out of 3 questions) (Use of Dictionary is allowed for Paper 1. See SEAB website for approved list of dictionary) Section 1: Idioms and phrases,restructuring sentences and cloze passage (30 marks) Section 2: Objective Comprehension (10 marks) Section 3: Subjective Comprehension (30 marks) Section 1: Reading Aloud, 1 short passage (10 marks) Section 2: Spoken Interaction based on Video Stimulus (40 marks) Listening Comprehension (20 marks) 10 multiple choice questions

  • MID-YEAR EXAMINATION 2019

    4 BVSS/2019/MYE/SEC 3 FORMAT AND TOPICS

    3 EXPRESS SUBJECT FORMAT TOPICS

    Tamil Paper 1 (40%) Duration: 2 hrs Marks: 60 Paper 2 (40%) Duration: 1 hr 30 mins Marks: 70 Paper 3 Listening Comprehension (20%) Duration: about 30 mins Marks: 20

    Section 1: Functional Writing: E-mail (20 marks) (choose 1 out of 2 questions) Section 2: Essay Writing: Argumentative, Descriptive, Expository and Narrative (40 marks) (choose 1 out of 3 questions) (Use of Dictionary is allowed for Paper 1. See SEAB website for approved list of dictionary) Section 1: Idioms and phrases,restructuring sentences and cloze passage (30 marks) Section 2: Objective Comprehension (10 marks) Section 3: Subjective Comprehension (30 marks) Listening Comprehension (20 marks) 10 multiple choice questions

    Mathematics Paper 1 : (50%) Duration : 1.5 hr Marks : 60 Paper 2 : (50%) Duration : 2hr Marks : 80

    Sec 1 – 2 topics Number and Algebra 1.1 Numbers and the four operations 1.2 Proportion 1.3 Percentages 1.4 Ratio, Rate and Speed 1.5 Algebraic Expressions and Formulae 1.6 Problems in Real World Context 1.7 Number Pattern Geometry and Measurement 2.1 Congruence and Similarity 2.2 Pythagoras Theorem and Trigonometry 2.3 Mensuration 2.4 Geometrical constructions Statistics and Probability 3.1 Data Analysis Sec 3 topics: Chapter 1 : Quadratic Equations & Functions Chapter 2 : Linear Inequalities Chapter 3 : Indices & Standard Form Chapter 4 : Coordinate Geometry Chapter 5 : Graphs of Functions & Graphical Solutions (5.1 Cubic Functions & 5.4 Gradient of a Curve only)

  • MID-YEAR EXAMINATION 2019

    5 BVSS/2019/MYE/SEC 3 FORMAT AND TOPICS

    3 EXPRESS SUBJECT FORMAT TOPICS

    Additional Mathematics

    Paper 1 (100%) Duration : 2 hr Marks : 80 marks

    Chapter 1 Equations and Inequalities (Excluding 1.2) 1.1 Simultaneous Equations 1.3 Discriminant, Roots and x-intercepts 1.4 Quadratic Inequalities Chapter 2 Surds and Indices 2.1 Surds 2.2 Indices 2.3 Equations Involving Indices 2.4 Exponential Functions Chapter 3 Polynomials and Partial Fractions (Excluding 3.6) 3.1 Polynomial and Identities 3.2 Division of Polynomials 3.3 The Remainder Theorem 3.4 The Factor Theorem 3.5 Cubic Polynomials and Identities Chapter 7 Logarithms (Excluding 7.5) 7.1 Introduction to Logarithms 7.2 Laws of logarithms (Exclude “Change-of-Base” Law) 7.3 Logarithmic Equations

    7.4 Logarithms and Equations of the Form xa b

    Computing Paper 1 : (60%) Duration : 1 hr 30 min Marks : 60 Paper 2 : (40%) Duration : 2 hr Marks : 40

    Module 1 – Data and Information (Data Management and Data Representation) Module 2 – Systems and Communications (Computer Architecture) Module 3 – Abstraction and Algorithms (Problem Analysis and Algorithm Design) Module 4 – Programming (Program Development and Program Testing) Module 1 – Data and Information Module 4 – Programming Practical Skills : Manipulate Microsoft Excel spreadsheets for data management. Modify and refine Python programs. Debug Python programs with syntax errors and logic errors. Develop Python programs.

    Pure Literature

    Paper 1: Prose (50 marks) - PBQ (25 marks) - Unseen Poetry (25 marks) Paper 2: Drama (50 marks) - PBQ (25 marks) - Essay (25 marks)

    Prose: (1) PBQ on ‘Fahrenheit 451’ (2) Unseen Poetry Drama: ‘Off Centre’

  • MID-YEAR EXAMINATION 2019

    6 BVSS/2019/MYE/SEC 3 FORMAT AND TOPICS

    3 EXPRESS SUBJECT FORMAT TOPICS

    Chemistry Paper 1 (MCQ): (37.5%) Duration : 1 hr Marks : 40 Paper 2: (62.5%) Duration : 1 hr 45 min Marks : 80

    1. Kinetic Particle Theory 2. Measurement and Experimental Techniques 3. Separation and Purification 4. Elements, Compounds and Mixtures 5. Atomic Structure 6. Ionic Bonding 7. Covalent and Metallic Bonding 8. Writing Chemical Equations 9. The Mole 10. Chemical calculations

    Physics Paper 1 (MCQ): (37.5%) Duration : 1 hr Marks : 40 Paper 2: (62.5%) Duration : 1 hr 45 min Marks : 80

    1. Measurements 2. Scalars and Vectors 3. Kinematics 4. Mass, Weight and Density 5. Dynamics 6. Turning Effect of Forces 7. Centre of Gravity 8. Work, Energy and Power

    Biology Paper 1 (MCQ): (37.5%) Duration : 1 hr Marks : 40 Paper 2: (62.5%) Duration : 1 hr 45 min Marks : 80

    1. Cells 2. Movement of Substances 3. Nutrients 4. Enzymes 5. Nutrition in Humans

    Science (P/C) Physics

    Paper 1 (MCQ): (25%) Duration : 1 hr Marks : 20 (P) + 20 (C) Paper 2 (Physics): (37.5%) Duration : 1 hr 15 min Marks : 65 Paper 3 (Chemistry): (37.5%) Duration : 1 hr 15 min Marks : 65 Paper 2 & 3: Section A (45 marks) Structured Questions Section B (20 marks) Free Response Questions (3 choose 2)

    Science (Physics) Chp 1a Measurements Chp 1b Scalars and Vectors Chp 2 Kinematics Chp 3a Dynamics Chp 3b Pressure Chp 4 Mass, Weight and Density Chp 5a Turning Effect of Forces Chp 5b Center of Gravity Chp 6 Work, Energy and Power

    Science (P/C) Chemistry

    Science (Chem) Chap 1 Kinetic particle theory Chap 2 Measurement and experimental techniques Chap 3 Separation and purification techniques Chap 4 Elements, compounds and mixtures Chap 5 Atomic structure Chap 6 Chemical bonding Chap 7 Chemical equations Chap 8 The mole

  • MID-YEAR EXAMINATION 2019

    7 BVSS/2019/MYE/SEC 3 FORMAT AND TOPICS

    3 EXPRESS SUBJECT FORMAT TOPICS

    Pure History Duration : 1 hr 40 min Marks : 50 Section A: SBQ (30m) Section B: SEQ (20m)

    Topics Covered: ● SEA: Malaya and Vietnam ● Modern World: Treaty of Versailles and League of Nations

    SBQ: Inference, Message, Purpose, Comparison, Evaluate all Sources SEQ: Part (a) and Part (b) questions

    Combined Humanities Social Studies

    Duration : 1 hr 45 min Marks : 50 Section A: SBQ (35m) Section B: SRQ (15m)

    Topics Covered: Chapters 1, 2, 3 SBQ: Inference, Message, Purpose, Comparison SRQ: Part (a) and Part (b) questions

    Combined Humanities Geography

    Duration : 1 hr 40 min Marks : 50 Section A (13 Marks) Geographical Investigation and Skills (Weather & Climate) Section B (37 marks) 2 Questions on Weather & Climate - Stimulus Questions, Structured Questions and 1 LORM Question

    Topics Covered: ● Book 3 - Weather & Climate ( Whole of Gateway 1, Part of Gateway

    2 - until impacts of climate change) - Geographical Skills & Investigations ( Gateway 1-3)

    Combined Humanities History

    Duration : 1 hr 40 min Marks : 50 Section A: SBQ (30m) Section B: SEQ (20m)

    Topics Covered: Treaty of Versailles, League of Nations, Stalin SBQ: Inference, Message, Purpose, Comparison SEQ: Part (a) and Part (b) questions

    Combined Humanities Literature

    Literature Elective Paper 1 (50 marks) - PBQ (25 maks) - Unseen Poetry (25 marks)

    Paper 1: (1) PBQ on ‘Fahrenheit 451’ (2) Unseen Poetry

    Principles of Accounts (POA)

    Paper 1: 40% Duration: 1 Hour Marks: 40 Paper 2: 60% Duration: 2 Hours Marks: 60

    The topics for Paper 1 and 2 will include: Chapter 1 – Introduction to Accounting Chapter 2 – The Accounting Information System Chapter 3 – Elements of Financial Statements Chapter 4 – Double Entry Chapter 6 – Cash Book and Petty Cash Book Chapter 8 – Trial Balance Paper 2 Compulsory question Chapter 9 and 10 – Income Statement and Balance Sheet (20 marks)

  • MID-YEAR EXAMINATION 2019

    8 BVSS/2019/MYE/SEC 3 FORMAT AND TOPICS

    3 EXPRESS SUBJECT FORMAT TOPICS

    Art Duration: 3 Hours Marks: 100 Art Task Preparatory Work Final Artwork

    A question paper with six themes will be issued to candidates three weeks before the commencement of examination. Candidates are to select one theme. Candidates are to produce three A3 size preparatory work, double sided, as a documentation of the processes and explorations for the chosen theme during the three weeks before the examination date. The final artwork is executed on paper of size A3 or A2 during the three hour examination. Each candidate is to submit the final artwork and the preparatory work at the end of the examination. The five assessment criteria applied to the Art Task are: 1. Investigation of Task (20%) 2. Exploration and Development of Solution to Task (20%) 3. Aesthetic/Design Qualities (20%) 4. Selection and Control of Materials and Technical Processes (20%) 5. Personal Response (20%)

    D&T Paper 1: (50%) Duration: 2 hrs Marks: 80 Paper 2: (50%) Coursework

    Topics For Paper 1 1. Design (26 marks)

    - Design Elements & Design Principles - Design in Society - Ergonomics & Anthropometry - Idea Conceptualisation - Needs analysis - Research

    2. Electronics (18 marks) - Circuits connection and the use of common components - Sensor circuits

    3. Mechanisms (18 marks) - Cams - Gears - Levers

    4. Structures (18 marks) - Reinforcing structures - Structures in everyday life

    F&N Paper 1 (60%) Duration: 2 hours Marks:100m Section A: Structured Type (25m) Section B: Data-Response (30m) Section C: Long essay questions (45m) Paper 2 (40%) Marks: 40m Coursework

    Topics For Paper 1 Chapter 1: Energy from Food Chapter 2: Guidelines for Meal Planning Chapter 3: Different Types of Nutritional Needs Chapter 4: Carbohydrates Chapter 5: Food Commodities– Cereals Chapter 6: Fats Chapter 7: Proteins Chapter 10: Vitamins Chapter 11: Minerals Chapter 8: Food Commodities- Meat & Alternatives Chapter 14: Heat transfer & Methods of Cooking Chapter 15: The Science Behind Food Preparation

  • MID-YEAR EXAMINATION 2019

    9 BVSS/2019/MYE/SEC 3 FORMAT AND TOPICS

    3 NORMAL ACADEMIC SUBJECT FORMAT TOPICS

    English Paper 1 (45%) Duration: 1 hr 50 min Marks: 70 Paper 2 (45%) Duration: 1 hr 50 min Marks: 50 Paper 3 (10%) Duration: approx 45 mins Marks: 30

    Section A: Editing (10 marks) It is a given text of continuous prose of not more than 250 words. Candidates identify and then edit grammatical errors by writing the corrections in the spaces provided. Errors in punctuation and spelling will not be tested in this section. Section B: Situational Writing (30 marks) Candidates write a text of 180-250 words based on a given situation which will involve viewing a visual text. Candidates are required to write the text (eg, an email, a letter, a report and a speech) to suit the purpose, audience and context. Section C: Continuous Writing (30 marks) Candidates choose one out of four topics to write a text of 250-400 words in continuous prose. The topics set may cover different types of texts (eg, recount, narrative and exposition). Section A: Visual Text (5 marks) This section contains Text 1 which will include visuals. Based on the visual text, candidates are required to answer a variety of questions testing comprehension, and on the use of visuals as well as the use of language for impact. Section B: Comprehension (20 marks) This section contains Text 2, which is narrative in nature, based on which candidates are to answer questions testing comprehension, vocabulary in context and the use of language for impact. Section C: Comprehension and Summary (25 marks) This section contains Text 3, which is non-narrative in nature, based on which candidates are required to answer questions testing comprehension, vocabulary in context and the use of language for impact. Candidates are also required to write a summary of about 80 words (excluding the introductory words that will be provided). Listening Comprehension Section A (24 marks) Candidates respond to a variety of listening tasks that will assess a range of listening skills. The audio texts, which will consist of a variety of types of texts, eg, narrative, recount, exposition and information texts, may come with visuals where appropriate. A variety of question types, eg, multiple choice, matching, fill-in-the-blanks, true/false/not stated, and filling in a graphic organiser, may be set. Section B (6 marks) Candidates listen to an informational text and complete a simple note-taking task.

  • MID-YEAR EXAMINATION 2019

    10 BVSS/2019/MYE/SEC 3 FORMAT AND TOPICS

    3 NORMAL ACADEMIC

    SUBJECT FORMAT TOPICS

    Chinese Paper 1 (40%) Duration: 2 hrs Marks: 60 Paper 2 (40%) Duration: 1 hr 30 mins Marks: 60 Paper 3 Listening Comprehension (20%) Duration: about 30 mins Marks: 20

    Section 1: Functional Writing: E-mail (20 marks) (choose 1 out of 2 questions. 1 informal and 1 formal) Section 2: Essay Writing: Narrative (40 marks) (choose 1 out of 3 questions. 2 situational writing, 1 completing the composition) (Use of Dictionary is allowed for Paper 1. See SEAB website for approved list of dictionary) Section 1: Language Use and Cloze Passage, 10 questions (MCQ and fill in the blank) (10 marks) Section 2: Comprehension 1, 10 questions (MCQ) (20 marks) Section 3: Comprehension 2, 8 questions (Including Open-ended questions) (30 marks) Listening Comprehension (20 marks) 10 multiple choice questions

    Malay Paper 1 (40%) Duration: 2 hrs Marks: 60 Paper 2 (40%) Duration: 1 hr 30 mins Marks: 60 Paper 3 Listening Comprehension (20%) Duration: about 30 mins Marks: 20

    Section 1: Functional Writing: E-mail (20 marks) (choose 1 out of 2 questions) Section 2: Essay Writing: Descriptive, Expository and Narrative (40 marks) (choose 1 out of 3 questions) (Use of Dictionary is allowed for Paper 1. See SEAB website for approved list of dictionary) Section 1: Grammar, Idioms and Vocabulary (20 marks) Section 2: Objective Comprehension (10 marks) Section 3: Subjective Comprehension (30 marks) Listening Comprehension (20 marks) 10 multiple choice questions

    Tamil Paper 1 (40%) Duration: 2 hrs Marks: 60 Paper 2 (40%) Duration: 1 hr 30 mins Marks: 60 Paper 3 Listening Comprehension (20%) Duration: about 30 mins Marks: 20

    Section 1: Functional Writing: E-mail (20 marks) (choose 1 out of 2 questions) Section 2: Essay Writing: Descriptive, Expository and Narrative (40 marks) (choose 1 out of 4 questions) (Use of Dictionary is allowed for Paper 1. See SEAB website for approved list of dictionary) Section 1: Idioms and phrases, restructuring sentences and cloze passage (20 marks) Section 2: Objective Comprehension (10 marks) Section 3: Subjective Comprehension (30 marks) Listening Comprehension (20 marks) 10 multiple choice questions

  • MID-YEAR EXAMINATION 2019

    11 BVSS/2019/MYE/SEC 3 FORMAT AND TOPICS

    3 NORMAL ACADEMIC

    SUBJECT FORMAT TOPICS

    Mathematics Paper 1 : (50%) Duration : 1.5 hr Marks : 60 Paper 2 : (50%) Duration : 1.5hr Marks : 50

    Sec 1 – 2 topics Number and Algebra 1.1 Numbers and their operations 1.2 Ratio and Proportion 1.3 Percentages 1.4 Rate and Speed 1.5 Algebraic Expressions and Formulae 1.6 Equations and Inequalities 1.7 Simultaneous Equations 1.7 Problems in Real World Context Geometry and Measurement 2.1 Angles, Triangles and Polygons 2.2 Pythagoras Theorem 2.3 Mensuration 2.4 Problems in Real World Context Statistics and Probability 3.1 Data Analysis 3.2 Probability Sec 2 topic: Chapter 9: Geometric Constructions Sec 3 topics: Chapter 1 : Algebraic Manipulation Chapter 2 : Quadratic Equations & Functions Chapter 8: Congruence & Similarity

    Science (P/C) Physics

    Paper 1 (MCQ): (25%) Duration : 1 hr Marks : 20 (P) + 20 (C) Paper 2 (Physics): (37.5%) Duration : 1 hr 15 min Marks : 65 Paper 3 (Chemistry): (37.5%) Duration : 1 hr 15 min Marks : 65 Paper 2 & 3: Section A (45 marks) Structured Questions Section B (20 marks) Free Response Questions (3 choose 2)

    Chp 1a Measurements Chp 1b Scalars and Vectors Chp 2 Kinematics Chp 3a Dynamics Chp 3b Pressure Chp 4 Mass, Weight and Density Chp 5a Turning Effect of Forces Chp 5b Center of Gravity

    Science (P/C) Chemistry

    Chp 1: Kinetic Particle Theory Chp 2: Measurement and Experimental Techniques Chp 3: Separation and Purification Chp 4: Elements, Compounds and Mixtures Chp 5: Atomic Structure Chp 6: Chemical Bonding Include Chemical Formula

  • MID-YEAR EXAMINATION 2019

    12 BVSS/2019/MYE/SEC 3 FORMAT AND TOPICS

    3 NORMAL ACADEMIC

    SUBJECT FORMAT TOPICS Combined Humanities Social Studies

    Duration : 1 hr 45 min Marks : 50 Section A: SBQ (35m) Section B: SRQ (15m)

    Topics Covered: Chapters 1, 2, 3 SBQ: Inference, Message, Purpose, Comparison SRQ: Part (a) and Part (b) questions

    Combined Humanities Geography

    Duration : 1 hr 40 min Marks : 50 Section A (13 Marks) Geographical Investigation and Skills Section B (37 marks) 2 Questions on Weather & Climate - Stimulus Questions, Structured Questions and 1 LORM Question

    Topics Covered: ● Book 3 - Weather & Climate ( Whole of Gateway 1, Part of

    Gateway 2 - until causes of climate change)

    - Geographical Skills & Investigations ( Gateway 1-3)

    Combined Humanities History

    Duration : 1 hr 40 min Marks : 50 Section A: SBQ (30m) Section B: SEQ (20m)

    Topics Covered: Treaty of Versailles, League of Nations, Stalin SBQ: Inference, Message, Purpose, Comparison SEQ: Part (a) and Part (b) questions

    Principles of Accounts (POA)

    Paper 1: 40% Duration: 1 Hour Marks: 40 Paper 2: 60% Duration: 2 Hours Marks: 60

    The topics for Paper 1 and 2 will include: Chapter 1 – Introduction to Accounting Chapter 2 – The Accounting Information System Chapter 3 – Elements of Financial Statements Chapter 4 – Double Entry Chapter 6 – Cash Book and Petty Cash Book Chapter 8 – Trial Balance Chapter 14a – Trade Receivables Chapter 14b – Trade Payables Paper 2 Compulsory question Chapter 9 and 10 – Income Statement and Balance Sheet (24 marks)

  • MID-YEAR EXAMINATION 2019

    13 BVSS/2019/MYE/SEC 3 FORMAT AND TOPICS

    3 NORMAL ACADEMIC SUBJECT FORMAT TOPICS

    Art Duration: 3 Hours Marks: 100 Art Task Preparatory Work Final Artwork

    A question paper with six themes will be issued to candidates three weeks before the commencement of examination. Candidates are to select one theme. Candidates are to produce three A3 size preparatory work, double sided, as a documentation of the processes and explorations for the chosen theme during the three weeks before the examination date. The final artwork is executed on paper of size A3 or A2 during the three hour examination. Each candidate is to submit the final artwork and the preparatory work at the end of the examination. The five assessment criteria applied to the Art Task are: 1. Investigation of Task (15%) 2. Exploration and Development of Solution to Task (15%) 3. Aesthetic/Design Qualities (25%) 4. Selection and Control of Materials and Technical Processes (25%) 5. Personal Response (20%)

    D&T Paper 1: (50%) Duration: 1 hr 30 mins Marks: 60 Paper 2: (50%) Coursework

    Topics for Paper 1 1. Design (24 marks)

    - Needs Analysis - Ergonomics & Anthropometry - Idea Conceptualisation - Research - Ergonomics and Anthropometry - Design Elements & Design Principles

    2. Mechanisms (18 marks) - Levers - Linkages - Cams - Gears

    3. Electronics (18 marks) - Control Systems - Sensor Circuits

    F&N Paper 1: (60%)

    80 Marks

    Duration: 1hr 30 mins

    Paper 2: (40%)

    40 Marks

    Coursework

    Topics for Paper 1

    Chapter 1: Energy from Food

    Chapter 2: Guidelines to Meal Planning

    Chapter 3: Different Types of Nutritional Needs

    Chapter 4: Carbohydrates

    Chapter 6: Fats

    Chapter 7: Proteins

    Chapter 10: Vitamins

    Chapter 11: Minerals