Identifying meaning, connecting meaning and interpreting meaning all involve applying knowledge of TL vocabulary, grammar, and cultural references to understand the context, audience and purpose of written / spoken TL

EG:

Aiseā ua fesili ai Samuelu mo le faʻamalositino e fetaui mo ia? Why is Samuelu asking about exercise options?

Purpose

Step 2: Together, write a marking schedule for your questions. Italic the Merit and bold the Excellence points.

EG:

Samuelu is asking about exercise for the following reasons: • There is an increase in the number of people suffering with mental health issues since COVID-19.

• He has heard that exercise is a good way to make you feel better, and it gives you energy.

• He wants his friends’ opinions about which exercise option would suit his lifestyle.