Unit Standard 27984 version1: Read and understand simple
texts for practical purposes (EL)
This assessment task assesses one of two tasks required by this unit
standard.
NCEA LEVEL 2
Unit standard
Elements and performance criteria
Unit standard 27984,
version 1
Element 1: Read and understand simple texts
for practical purposes (EL).
Read and understand
simple texts for practical
purposes (EL).
Range: two texts from separate contexts,
assessed on separate occasions.
Performance criteria
1.1
The purpose of each text is identified.
1.2
Practical information is obtained from the
text.
1.3
The meaning of essential vocabulary as
used in each text is identified.
Range: ten words.
Teacher guidelines
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Unit standard 27984, version 1
Read and understand simple texts for practical purposes (EL).
Level 2
7
credits
Conditions
 All assessment activities must be conducted in English, which must
not be the student’s first language.
 Understanding may be demonstrated by oral or written response.
 Written responses need not be grammatically correct, or in sentence
form, but errors must not interfere with meaning.
 A bilingual and/or English dictionary but not an electronic translator
may be used.
 Assistance may be given to understand the requirements of the task.
Learning context
Assessment should follow class activities in which the students have had
the opportunity to become familiar with the topic and vocabulary through a
range of listening, speaking and writing activities. The question types should
also be familiar to the students and this can be achieved by including similar
question types in the formative work. The English Language Intensive
Programme (ELIP) Stage 2, has suggested teaching components,
strategies, language features and sample texts on evaporation (6c); ‘How to
use a Calculator’(6d); ‘Growing a Bean Seed’ (12d); ‘How to Recycle
Aluminium Cans’ (21c); ‘To make a Model of a Cell’ (21d)
Note, in this standard it is important that instructions contain an imperative
verb form and for some of them to include more than one clause.
Notes for Assessors
 It is important to be aware of the special notes of the unit standard.
 Each of the two texts should be assessed at a different time as part
of a wider area of study.
 Students should not have seen the text before the assessment
activity.
 Refer to your school’s policies before offering further assessment
opportunities.
 If resubmission takes place, the assessor should ensure that the
correct answers are not inadvertently indicated prior to the
resubmission opportunity.
 It is important that students can carry out the instructions
independently. Assessors need to ensure that students cannot
observe and copy the actions of other students.
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Student instructions
Unit standard 27984, version 1
Read and understand simple texts for practical purposes (EL)
Level 2
7 credits
Element 1: Read and understand simple texts for practical purposes (EL).
Range: two texts from separate contexts, assessed on separate occasions.
Task: Read Instructions: How to Attend Mass
Conditions
 Do this activity in class.
 You may ask for help to understand what you need to do.
 You may use a bilingual and/or English dictionary but not an
electronic translator.
 Your spelling and grammar do not need to be perfect but your
teacher needs to be able to understand what you mean.
Student checklist: Task 1
In this assessment task you will need to show that you can do the following:
Identify why the text was written using layout, and any headings,
illustrations or diagrams.
1.1
Follow the instructions in the text to complete the task.
1.2
Give the meaning of ten important words from the text.
1.3
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Reading text
How to Attend Mass
Introduction
At Sacred Heart College, Mass is held in the Chapel every Thursday at
lunchtime. It is not compulsory but we are a Christian Catholic school and
students and staff are strongly encouraged to attend. The Mass is the most
important sacramental celebration of the Church and is part of your education
at this school. It always follows a set order.
Rituals Entering the Church
As you enter the Chapel for Thursday Mass you will see the font on the left
near the front door. Students dip their hands in Holy Water and make the Sign
of the Cross. This is a sign of respect and to show we remember Jesus died
on the Cross. You then take your place on a pew. We can see the altar with
the candles and chalice ready for Mass. The Priest wears his colourful robes
and stands at the front of the church.
Special Items in the Church: Match
words with correct picture
 the altar
 the lectern
 the Priest’s chair
 the crucifix
 the chalice
 the altar breads
 the candles
 the chasuble or Priest’s robes
The Structure of the Mass
Beginning
First we are welcomed to the Church and the Priest says the special prayer
for the day.
Then the Mass has two main parts:
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Part 1 - The Liturgy of the Word is the part of the service when we listen to
words from the Bible which is on the lectern. There is a first reading usually
from the Old Testament and sometimes a second reading taken from a letter
written by one of the apostles or followers of Jesus. Father Stephen sits on
the right side of the altar in the Priest’s Chair while the chapel prefects read to
us. In some parts of the service we are required to join in, which can
sometimes be difficult if you are new to the school. Students should try to be
mindful of what is happening and follow the actions of others, in order to be
respectful to the manners and traditions in the Chapel.
The Priest will also talk to students about the meaning of the readings or tell a
story to help explain their meaning. This is called the homily and it is a time to
listen quietly and to think about how we can improve our own lives.
The Liturgy of the Word ends with a prayer when we pray as a community for
all of God’s world.
Part 2 - The Liturgy of the Eucharist is the second main part of the service.
The priest starts by lifting up the chalice and says a special prayer over the
bread and wine, starting with the words “Holy, holy, holy…” We hear how the
Eucharist came to be through Jesus’ actions at The Last Supper.
Catholics believe it is through the Priest saying these words that the bread
and wine is changed into Jesus’ Body and Blood.
Next we say the Our Father prayer before praying for peace for the world and
each other. We then turn to people around us and shake hands to share the
Sign of Peace.
During Holy Communion students stand and line up in front of the Priest, or
Chapel prefects, to receive the Body and Blood of Christ through the symbols
of bread and wine. If you are a non-Catholic you can still participate by lining
up to receive a blessing.
After receiving Communion we sit quietly to pray and give thanks silently.
We can also see important items around the chapel like the crucifix and The
Stations of the Cross which help to remind us that Jesus died on the cross for
all people.
Ending
At the end of the Mass, the Priest blesses us and asks us to “go in peace and
serve God”. We are sent out into the school and the world to do our best in
our daily lives.
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(Adapted from The Eucharist and the Church’s Year 9C – Religious Education Programme for Catholic Secondary Schools in Aotearoa New Zealand.)
Student Assessment Task
Unit standard 27984, version 1
Read and understand simple texts for practical purposes (EL).
Level 2
7 credits
Name ……………………………………………………...
Date ………………
Read the text and answer the questions below.
1.1 The purpose of each text is identified with reference to layout, and
any headings or graphics.
Read the text and look carefully at the layout, heading, and diagram.
a. What is the purpose of the text? Tick the correct purpose.
i) To talk about the inside of the Chapel
ii) To explain what to do at school Mass
iii) To give information about the Catholic Church in New Zealand
b. How did the layout, headings and graphics help you to find out the purpose
of the text?
The layout helped me to know the purpose of the text because…..
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The headings helped me to know the purpose of the text because…..
…………………………………………………………………………………………..
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The graphics helped me know the purpose of the text because….
………………………………………………………………………………………..
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………………………………………………………………………………………
1.2 Practical information is obtained from the text.
1. Label the equipment by choosing the correct word from the box below.
altar
chalice
lectern
candles
a.
Priest’s chair
altar breads
b.
______________
crucifix
chasuble (Priest’s robes)
c.
d.
______________ ______________ ______________
2. True or False. Circle ‘ T’ if you think the statement is true.
Circle ‘ F’ if you think the statement is false.
i)
There is only one main part to Mass on Thursdays.
ii)
If you are a non-Catholic you can receive the altar breads.
iii)
Before the Mass ends the Priest blesses us.
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T / F
T / F
T / F
3. Draw a diagram of the inside of the Chapel during Mass in the space
below. Be sure to include:
1. front doors
2. font
3. rows of pews
4. Priest
5. altar with:
a) chalice
b) altar breads
c) Holy Bible
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1.3 The meaning of essential vocabulary used in the text is given.
Complete the sentences below using one of the words below. You can use a
dictionary.
blesses
symbols
cross
font
Priest
candles
compulsory
pray
mindful
pew
prayer
Catholic
a) We make the Sign of the Cross by placing our hands into the Holy Water in
the _______________ as we enter the Chapel.
b) _______________ are lit and placed on the altar during Mass to honour
Christ.
c) The altar breads and wine are _______________ that represent the Body
and Blood of Christ.
d) Students should sit quietly on their _______________ and listen carefully
to the homily.
e) Thursday Mass is not _______________ but it is expected that students
attend.
f) Usually the _______________ will help us understand the readings and
message from the Bible or explain it through a story.
g) Sacred Heart College is a Christian _______________ boys’ secondary
school with a proud history.
h) We show respect by being _______________ of the traditions of Mass.
i) We say the Our Father_______________ during the Liturgy of the
Eucharist.
j) At the end of the Mass the Priest _______________ us.
k) During Mass we remember Christ died on the _______________.
l) After receiving Communion we _______________ silently for our own
needs.
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Assessment schedule: Task – Read Instructions: How to Attend Mass
Unit standard 27984, version 1
Read and understand simple texts for practical purposes (EL)
Level 2
7
credits
Element 1: Read and understand simple texts for practical purposes (EL).
Range: Two texts from separate contexts, assessed on separate occasions.
PC
Evidence
Judgement
1.1
1a. The correct answer is ii)
1b. Answers similar to: The title tells
me it is about how to attend Mass.
The headings are about the different
parts of Mass and what to do.
There are lists with bullet points and
numbers.
The pictures help me understand the
meaning.
1.2
1.3
The purpose of the text is
identified. Answers show
that layout, headings, and
diagrams have been used
to identify the text.
1a) Answer is correct.
1b) At least two reasons
that refer to features of
layout or heading or
diagram.
1. a) chalice
b) altar
c) chasuble or Priest’s robes
d) candles
1. All four items are
labelled correctly.
2. i) F
ii) F
iii) T
2. All answers are correct.
3. 8 items are drawn and correctly
labelled.
3. Instructions are followed.
3. Correct answers are:
a) font
b) candles
c) symbols
d) pew
e) compulsory
f) Priest
g) Catholic
h) mindful
i) Prayer
j) blesses
k) cross
l) pray
The meaning of essential
vocabulary as used in the
text is given.
10 out of 12 answers are
correct.
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