Question 1

What is NCEA AS 91025 about?

Accepted Answer

You need to show that you understand how the ancient classical world (Greece and Rome) connects to a culture that came after it—either our own modern culture or another one. You'll explain the links by comparing what's similar, what's different, and how ideas from the ancient world influenced later societies. The links can be about things like religion, democracy, entertainment, art, or food.

Question 2

What do students need to do for AS 91025?

Accepted Answer

1. Choose specific aspects of the classical world (like Athenian democracy, Greek mythology, Roman architecture) and a post-classical culture to compare 2. Explain the similarities and differences between these aspects across the two cultures 3. Use primary source evidence (original documents, artefacts, texts from the time) to support your explanations 4. Show why these links matter by explaining the reasons behind the connections—not just listing them 5. Demonstrate understanding of the broader cultural context that explains why these links exist

Question 3

What's the difference between Achieved, Merit, and Excellence for AS 91025?

Accepted Answer

Achieved: You explain links between the classical world and another culture using some relevant evidence and clear examples. Merit: You give an informed explanation that uses primary sources, explains multiple aspects/factors, and shows you understand the context of the links. Excellence: You show perceptive understanding by explaining not just the links but why they exist, identifying patterns and themes, and demonstrating insight into how classical ideas shaped later cultural values and behaviours.

Question 4

What mistakes do students typically make in AS 91025?

Accepted Answer

1. Describing or listing links without explaining them—just saying 'Greek democracy influenced modern democracy' rather than explaining how and why 2. Using secondary sources (like textbooks) instead of primary source evidence to support your points 3. Treating the topic superficially without exploring the deeper reasons, patterns, or cultural context behind the connections

Classical cultural links · AS 91025

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