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Holidays, travel and tourism: Sample answers and marking criteria

Note: These activities are for practice in answering HSC examination–style questions. The sample answers do not necessarily represent the only correct answer (with the exception of multiple choice).

Activity 1

Why does Amani want to go to Lebanon?

Marking criteria

Demonstrates a good understanding of why Amani wants to go to Lebanon	2 marks
Provides some relevant information	1 mark

Sample answer
She wants to go to Lebanon to enjoy the snow and to see her grandmother who always asks about her.

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Activity 2

Why is Susan excited about her holidays?

Marking criteria

Demonstrates a thorough understanding of why Susan is excited about her holidays	3 marks
Demonstrates a good understanding of why Susan is excited about her holidays	2 marks
Provides some relevant information	1 mark

Sample answer
Susan is excited about her holidays as visiting Jordan is her dream. She is going to travel with her friends and her dad will pay for everything if she does well in her exams.

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