NCEA past papers, every subject

Level 2

Level 3

Level 2

• 91910Carry out a practical investigation into a substance in a consumer product using quantitative analysis
• 91911Carry out an investigation into chemical species present in a sample using qualitative analysis
• 91163Demonstrate understanding of the chemistry used in the development of a current technology
• 91167Demonstrate understanding of oxidation-reduction

Level 3

• 91387Carry out an investigation in chemistry involving quantitative analysis
• 91388Demonstrate understanding of spectroscopic data in chemistry
• 91389Demonstrate understanding of chemical processes in the world around us
• 91393Demonstrate understanding of oxidation-reduction processes

Level 2

• 91168Carry out a practical physics investigation that leads to a non-linear mathematical relationship
• 91169Demonstrate understanding of physics relevant to a selected context
• 91172Demonstrate understanding of atomic and nuclear physics

Level 3

• 91521Carry out a practical investigation to test a physics theory relating two variables in a non-linear relationship
• 91522Demonstrate understanding of the application of physics to a selected context
• 91525Demonstrate understanding of modern physics
• 91527Use physics knowledge to develop an informed response to a socio-scientific issue

Level 1

• 91944Explore data using a statistical enquiry process
• 91945Use mathematical methods to explore problems relating to life in Aotearoa New Zealand or the Pacific

Level 2

• 91256Apply co-ordinate geometry methods in solving problems
• 91257Apply graphical methods in solving problems
• 91258Apply sequences and series in solving problems
• 91259Apply trigonometric relationships in solving problems
• 91260Apply network methods in solving problems
• 91263Design a questionnaire
• 91264Use statistical methods to make an inference
• 91265Conduct an experiment to investigate a situation using statistical methods
• 91266Evaluate a statistically based report
• 91268Investigate a situation involving elements of chance using a simulation
• 91269Apply systems of equations in solving problems

Level 3

• 91573Apply the geometry of conic sections in solving problems
• 91574Apply linear programming methods in solving problems
• 91575Apply trigonometric methods in solving problems
• 91576Use critical path analysis in solving problems
• 91580Investigate time series data
• 91581Investigate bivariate measurement data
• 91582Use statistical methods to make a formal inference
• 91583Conduct an experiment to investigate a situation using experimental design principles
• 91587Apply systems of simultaneous equations in solving problems

Level 1

• 91924Demonstrate understanding of how context shapes verbal language use
• 91926Develop ideas in writing using stylistic and written conventions

Level 2

• 91101 AProduce a selection of crafted and controlled writing
• 91101 BProduce a selection of crafted and controlled writing
• 91102Construct and deliver a crafted and controlled oral text
• 91103Create a crafted and controlled visual and verbal text
• 91104Analyse significant connections across texts, supported by evidence
• 91105Use information literacy skills to form developed conclusions
• 91106Form developed personal responses to independently read texts, supported by evidence
• 91107Analyse aspects of visual and/or oral texts through close viewing and/or listening, supported by evidence

Level 3

• 91475 AProduce a selection of fluent and coherent writing which develops, sustains and structures ideas
• 91475 BProduce a selection of fluent and coherent writing which develops, sustains and structures ideas
• 91476Create and deliver a fluent and coherent oral text which develops, sustains and structures ideas
• 91477 ACreate and deliver a fluent and coherent visual text using verbal and visual language
• 91477 BCreate and deliver a fluent and coherent visual text using verbal and visual language
• 91478Respond critically to significant connections across texts, supported by evidence
• 91479Develop an informed understanding of literature and/or language using critical texts
• 91480Respond critically to significant aspects of visual and/or oral texts through close reading, supported by evidence

Level 1

• 91932Demonstrate understanding of the spatial distribution of a phenomenon and its impacts on place
• 91933Explore an environment using data

Level 2

• 91241Demonstrate geographic understanding of an urban pattern
• 91244Conduct geographic research with guidance
• 91245Explain aspects of a contemporary New Zealand geographic issue
• 91246Explain aspects of a geographic topic at a global scale
• 91247Apply spatial analysis, with guidance, to solve a geographic problem

Level 3

• 91428Analyse a significant contemporary event from a geographic perspective
• 91430Conduct geographic research with consultation
• 91431Analyse aspects of a contemporary geographic issue
• 91432Analyse aspects of a geographic topic at a global scale
• 91433Apply spatial analysis, with consultation, to solve a geographic problem

Level 1

• 92024Engage with a variety of primary sources in a historical context
• 92025Demonstrate understanding of the significance of a historical context

Level 2

• 91229Carry out an inquiry of an historical event or place that is of significance to New Zealanders
• 91230Examine an historical event, or place, of significance to New Zealanders
• 91232Interpret different perspectives of people in an historical event that is of significance to New Zealanders

Level 3

• 91434Research an historical event or place of significance to New Zealanders, using primary and secondary sources
• 91435Analyse an historical event, or place, of significance to New Zealanders
• 91437Analyse different perspectives of a contested event of significance to New Zealanders

Level 2

• 91225Analyse unemployment using economic concepts and models
• 91226Analyse statistical data relating to two contemporary economic issues
• 91227Analyse how government policies and contemporary economic issues interact
• 91228Analyse a contemporary economic issue of special interest using economic concepts and models

Level 3

• 91401Demonstrate understanding of micro-economic concepts
• 91402Demonstrate understanding of government interventions where the market fails to deliver efficient or equitable outcomes

Level 1

• 92016Apply movement strategies in an applied setting
• 92017Demonstrate understanding of the application of strategies in group movement

Level 2

• 91327Examine the role and significance of physical activity in the lives of young people in New Zealand
• 91328Demonstrate understanding of how and why biophysical principles relate to the learning of physical skills
• 91329Demonstrate understanding of the application of biophysical principles to training for physical activity
• 91330Perform a physical activity in an applied setting
• 91331Examine the significance for self, others and society of a sporting event, a physical activity, or a festival
• 91332Evaluate leadership strategies that contribute to the effective functioning of a group
• 91333Analyse the application of risk management strategies to a challenging outdoor activity
• 91334Consistently demonstrate social responsibility through applying a social responsibility model in physical activity
• 91335Examine the implementation and outcome(s) of a physical activity event or opportunity
• 91336Analyse group processes in physical activity

Level 3

• 91498Evaluate physical activity experiences to devise strategies for lifelong well-being
• 91499Analyse a physical skill performed by self or others
• 91500Evaluate the effectiveness of a performance improvement programme
• 91501Demonstrate quality performance of a physical activity in an applied setting
• 91502Examine a current physical activity event, trend, or issue and its impact on New Zealand society
• 91503Evaluate the use of health promotion to influence participation in physical activity
• 91504Analyse issues in safety management for outdoor activity to devise safety management strategies
• 91505Examine contemporary leadership principles in physical activity contexts
• 91789Devise strategies for a physical activity outcome

Level 2

• 91175Demonstrate understanding of accounting processing using accounting software
• 91481Demonstrate understanding of a contemporary accounting issue for decision-making
• 91179Demonstrate understanding of an accounts receivable subsystem for an entity
• 91386Demonstrate understanding of an inventory subsystem for an entity

Level 3

• 91405Demonstrate understanding of accounting for partnerships
• 91407Prepare a report for an external user that interprets the annual report of a New Zealand reporting entity
• 91409Demonstrate understanding of a job cost system for an entity

Level 2

• 90846Conduct market research for a new or existing product
• 90847Investigate the application of motivation theory in a business
• 90848Carry out, review and refine a business activity within a community context with guidance

Level 3

• 91382Develop a marketing plan for a new or existing product
• 91383Analyse a human resource issue affecting businesses
• 91384Carry out, with consultation, an innovative and sustainable business activity
• 91385Investigate the exporting potential of a New Zealand business in a market, with consultation

Level 3

Level 2

• 91236Evaluate factors that influence people's ability to manage change
• 91237Take action to enhance an aspect of people's well-being within the school or wider community
• 91239Analyse issues related to sexuality and gender to develop strategies for addressing the issues

Level 3

• 91464Analyse a contemporary ethical issue in relation to well-being

Level 2

• 91202Demonstrate understanding of a significant event in the classical world
• 91204Demonstrate understanding of the relationship between aspects of the classical world and aspects of other cultures

Level 3

• 91397 ADemonstrate understanding of significant ideology(ies) in the classical world
• 91397 BDemonstrate understanding of significant ideology(ies) in the classical world
• 91398 ADemonstrate understanding of the lasting influences of the classical world on other cultures across time
• 91398 BDemonstrate understanding of the lasting influences of the classical world on other cultures across time

Level 2

• 91249Demonstrate understanding of narrative in media texts
• 91250Demonstrate understanding of representation in the media
• 91252Produce a design and plan for a developed media product using a range of conventions
• 91253Complete a developed media product from a design and plan using a range of conventions
• 91254Demonstrate understanding of an ethical issue in the media
• 91255Write developed media text for a specific target audience

Level 3

• 91491Demonstrate understanding of the meaning of a media text through different readings
• 91492Demonstrate understanding of the media representation of an aspect of New Zealand culture or society
• 91494Produce a design for a media product that meets the requirements of a brief
• 91495Produce a media product to meet the requirements of a brief
• 91496Demonstrate understanding of a significant development in the media
• 91497Write a media text to meet the requirements of a brief

Level 1

• 91940Explore the function of theatre Aotearoa
• 91941Participate in creative strategies to create a drama

Level 2

• 91213Apply drama techniques in a scripted context
• 91214Devise and perform a drama to realise an intention
• 91216Use complex performance skills associated with a drama or theatre form or period
• 91217Examine the work of a playwright
• 91218Perform a substantial acting role in a scripted production
• 91220Script a scene suitable for drama performance
• 91221Direct a scene for drama performance

Level 3

• 91512Interpret scripted text to integrate drama techniques in performance
• 91513Devise and perform a drama to realise a concept
• 91515Select and use complex performance skills associated with a drama form or period
• 91516Demonstrate understanding of the work of a drama or theatre theorist or practitioner
• 91517Perform a substantial acting role in a significant production
• 91519Script a drama suitable for live performance
• 91520Direct a drama performance

Level 1

• 91912Use practice-based visual inquiry to explore an Aotearoa New Zealand Māori context and another cultural context
• 91913Produce a significant resolved artwork appropriate to established art making conventions

Level 2, Design

• 91305Demonstrate an understanding of methods and ideas from established practice appropriate to design
• 91310Use drawing methods to apply knowledge of conventions appropriate to design
• 91315Develop ideas in a related series of drawings appropriate to established design practice

Level 2, Painting

• 91306Demonstrate an understanding of methods and ideas from established practice appropriate to painting
• 91311Use drawing methods to apply knowledge of conventions appropriate to painting
• 91316Develop ideas in a related series of drawings appropriate to established painting practice

Level 2, Photography

• 91307Demonstrate an understanding of methods and ideas from established practice appropriate to photography
• 91312Use drawing methods to apply knowledge of conventions appropriate to photography
• 91317Develop ideas in a related series of drawings appropriate to established photography practice

Level 2, Printmaking and Sculpture

• 91308Demonstrate an understanding of methods and ideas from established practice appropriate to printmaking
• 91318Develop ideas in a related series of drawings appropriate to established printmaking practice
• 91309Demonstrate an understanding of methods and ideas from established practice appropriate to sculpture
• 91319Develop ideas in a related series of drawings appropriate to established sculpture practice

Level 3, all disciplines

• 91460Produce a resolved work that demonstrates purposeful control of skills appropriate to a visual arts cultural context
• 91440Analyse methods and ideas from established design practice
• 91445Use drawing to demonstrate understanding of conventions appropriate to design
• 91450Systematically clarify ideas using drawing informed by established design practice
• 91441Analyse methods and ideas from established painting practice
• 91442Analyse methods and ideas from established photography practice
• 91443Analyse methods and ideas from established printmaking practice
• 91444Analyse methods and ideas from established sculpture practice

Level 1

• 91948Use music skills in a music style
• 91949Demonstrate music performance skills

Level 2

• 91270Perform two substantial pieces of music as a featured soloist
• 91271Compose two substantial pieces of music
• 91272Demonstrate ensemble skills by performing a substantial piece of music as a member of a group
• 91273Devise an instrumentation
• 91274Perform a substantial piece of music as a featured soloist on a second instrument
• 91278Investigate an aspect of New Zealand music

Level 3

• 91416Perform two programmes of music as a featured soloist
• 91417Perform a programme of music as a featured soloist on a second instrument
• 91418Demonstrate ensemble skills by performing two substantial pieces of music as a member of a group
• 91419Communicate musical intention by composing three original pieces of music
• 91422Analyse a substantial music work
• 91424Create two arrangements for an ensemble
• 91425Research a music topic
• 91849Compose three original songs that express imaginative thinking

Level 1

• 92004Create a computer program
• 92005Develop a digital technologies outcome
• 92007Design a digital technologies outcome

Level 2

• 91890Conduct an inquiry to propose a digital technologies outcome
• 91891Apply conventions to develop a design for a digital technologies outcome
• 91892Use advanced techniques to develop a database
• 91893Use advanced techniques to develop a digital media outcome
• 91894Use advanced techniques to develop an electronics outcome
• 91895Use advanced techniques to develop a network
• 91896Use advanced programming techniques to develop a computer program
• 91897Use advanced processes to develop a digital technologies outcome

Level 3

• 91900Conduct a critical inquiry to propose a digital technologies outcome
• 91901Apply user experience methodologies to develop a design for a digital technologies outcome
• 91902Use complex techniques to develop a database
• 91903Use complex techniques to develop a digital media outcome
• 91904Use complex techniques to develop an electronics outcome
• 91905Use complex techniques to develop a network
• 91906Use complex programming techniques to develop a computer program
• 91907Use complex processes to develop a digital technologies outcome

Level 1

• 92001Use representation techniques to visually communicate own product or spatial design outcome

Level 2

• 91340Use the characteristics of a design movement or era to inform own design ideas
• 91341Develop a spatial design through graphics practice
• 91342Develop a product design through graphics practice
• 91343Use visual communication techniques to compose a presentation of a design

Level 3

• 91627Initiate design ideas through exploration
• 91628Develop a visual presentation that exhibits a design outcome to an audience
• 91629Resolve a spatial design through graphics practice
• 91630Resolve a product design through graphics practice

Level 1

• 92048Demonstrate understanding of findings of a Social Studies inquiry
• 92051Describe a social action undertaken to support or challenge a system

Level 2

• 91280Conduct a reflective social inquiry
• 91282Describe personal involvement in a social action related to rights and responsibilities
• 91283Describe a social action that enables communities and/or nations to meet responsibilities and exercise rights

Level 3

• 91597Conduct a critical social inquiry
• 91599Examine personal involvement in social action(s) that aims to influence policy change(s)
• 91600Examine a campaign of social action(s) to influence policy change(s)

Level 2

• 91187Carry out a practical Earth and Space Science investigation
• 91188Examine an Earth and Space Science (ESS) issue and the validity of information communicated to the public
• 91189Investigate geological processes in a New Zealand locality

Level 3

• 91410Carry out an independent practical Earth and Space Science investigation
• 91411Investigate a socio-scientific issue in an Earth and Space Science context
• 91412Investigate the evidence related to dating geological event(s)

Level 1

• 91928Demonstrate understanding of how a life process is managed in a primary production system
• 91929Demonstrate understanding of factors that influence the purpose and location of primary production

Level 2

• 91289Carry out an extended practical agricultural or horticultural investigation
• 91291Demonstrate understanding of advanced plant propagation techniques used for commercial production in New Zealand
• 91292Demonstrate understanding of how management practices influence plant growth and development in NZ commercial production
• 91293Demonstrate understanding of livestock reproductive techniques in commercial production in New Zealand
• 91295Demonstrate understanding of interactions between livestock behaviour and NZ commercial management practices
• 91296Produce a landscape plan
• 91298Report on the environmental impact of the production of a locally produced primary product

Level 3

• 91528Carry out an investigation into an aspect of a New Zealand primary product or its production
• 91529Research and report on the impact of factors on the profitability of a New Zealand primary product

Level 2

• 91299Analyse issues around the provision of food for people with specific food needs
• 91301Analyse beliefs, attitudes and practices related to a nutritional issue for families in New Zealand
• 91302Evaluate sustainable food related practices
• 91303Analyse practices to enhance well-being used in care provision in the community

Level 3

• 91466Investigate a nutritional issue affecting the well-being of New Zealand society
• 91467Implement an action plan to address a nutritional issue affecting the well-being of New Zealand society
• 91468Analyse a food related ethical dilemma for New Zealand society
• 91469Investigate the influence of multinational food corporations on eating patterns in New Zealand

Level 1

• 92008Demonstrate understanding of hauora in a health-related context through the application of a model of health
• 92009Demonstrate understanding of decision-making in a health-related situation

Level 1

• 91916Demonstrate understanding of the development of a community that shares religious or spiritual beliefs
• 91917Demonstrate understanding of how a significant narrative relates to a religious or spiritual tradition

Level 2

• 91724Explain a significant theme in a sacred text within a religious tradition
• 90821Explain the changes in an expression(s) of a religious tradition
• 90822Explain how a contemporary social action derives from the ethical principles of a religious tradition
• 90823Explain the key beliefs within two religious traditions in relation to a significant religious question

Level 3

• 91725Analyse the meanings in a sacred text within a religious tradition
• 90827Analyse the key beliefs of a religious tradition and a secular world view in relation to ultimate questions
• 90825Analyse a religious tradition(s) in Aotearoa New Zealand
• 90826Analyse the response of a religious tradition to a contemporary ethical issue

Level 1

• 91964Interact in spoken French to share and respond to information, ideas, and opinions
• 91965Communicate in French for a chosen purpose

Level 2

• 91119Interact using spoken French to share information and justify ideas and opinions in different situations
• 91120Give a spoken presentation in French that communicates information, ideas and opinions
• 91122Write a variety of text types in French to convey information, ideas, and opinions in genuine contexts

Level 3

• 91544Give a clear spoken presentation in French that communicates a critical response to stimulus material
• 91545Interact clearly using spoken French to explore and justify varied ideas and perspectives in different situations
• 91547Write a variety of text types in clear French to explore and justify varied ideas and perspectives