VCE English Past Exam Questions
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Section A, Question 7(i)Question part (i)
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i. “This, we know too, cannot go on much longer.” ‘In MacLeod’s stories, the characters see change as a threat.’ Do you agree? OR
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ii. ‘Island: Collected Stories reveals that history and tradition are powerful in shaping lives.’ Do you agree?
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i. To what extent are the characters in these stories defeated by their circumstances? OR
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ii. ‘The importance of kindness and compassion is highlighted in Kennedy’s stories.’ Discuss.
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i. “ISABELLA […] O, ’tis excellent To have a giant’s strength, but it is tyrannous To use it like a giant.” ‘Power corrupts both Angelo and the Duke.’ Do you agree? OR
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ii. Order is restored in Measure for Measure, but at what cost?
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i. ‘In Jordan’s novel, seemingly insignificant decisions have major consequences.’ Do you agree? OR
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ii. How does Nine Days explore the relationship between the past and the present? TURN OVER 5 2019 ENGLISH EXAM
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i. ‘Skrzynecki’s poetry offers readers a positive view of life.’ Do you agree? OR
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ii. ‘In his poetry, Skrzynecki describes his world as one of merging cultures.’ Discuss.
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i. How do Marji’s parents seek to protect her from the realities of revolution? OR
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ii. “Bad people are dangerous but forgiving them is too.” What role does forgiveness play in the text?
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