QUESTION 005 - Technology (Grade 9)

There have been many advances in technology over the past few decades which have helped to improve the quality of human life. These include the internet, robots, computer programs and machines. All have been developed and used to assist in work, learning and other aspects of everyday life.

Choose a recently developed piece of technology. This piece of technology should be one that you believe has been most useful in the world.

Write to persuade the reader why your chosen piece of technology is the most beneficial to society.

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QUESTION 006 - Stereotypes (Grade 9)

Stereotypes are assumptions that we make about people, based upon preconceived ideas of what a category of a 'type' of person looks like and acts. In general stereotypes seem to be true, and are often over-exaggerated in characters in movies, books and TV shows. However, most of the time, upon getting to know a person, you realise that the stereotype for their generic look or grouping isn't always accurate.

Choose a stereotyped group of people. This stereotype could be based upon social status, job or hair colour. You could consider public figures who fit into the stereotyped group, to compare real personalities and traits with their stereotyped attributes.

Write to persuade the reader that the grouping of people are wrongly portrayed by their stereotypes.

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QUESTION 007 - Animal Cruelty (Grade 9)

Animals have been used by humans for centuries for work, food, sports and entertainment. Recently however, there has been much debate as to whether this is animal cruelty and should be stopped. As animals cannot speak on their behalf, many groups such as animal welfare petition for laws to be changed regarding human use of animals.

Choose a way in which humans use animals. This could be for food, entertainment, work, sports or pleasure. You could consider how the animals are treated in this scenario.

Write to persuade the reader why the human use of animals in your chosen scenario is unacceptable.

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