Exam Questions

Question 1

Explain why peace and shelter must be available for the Rohingya people to improve/maintain their health and wellbeing.

(4 Marks)

Answer 1

• Shelter protects the Rohingya people from dangers of the external environment such as animal attacks (1)
• Animal attacks can result in injuries and cuts that are vulnerable to infection (1)
• Protection from such dangers enables them to complete their daily physical tasks (1), promoting their physical health and wellbeing (1)

Question 2

Describe social justice and equity.

(2 Marks)

Answer 2

• Social justice includes having fundamental human rights, freedom from discrimination and equal access to resources and opportunities, regardless of personal circumstances (1)
• Equity relates to social justice but has a greater focus on fairness, meaning that those who are disadvantaged receive more support (1)

Question 3

Describe how a healthy diet can support optimal health and wellbeing.

VCAA 2021, Q1a.ii.

(2 marks)

Answer 3

• If a person has a balanced diet which includes fresh, healthy foods like vegetables and water, they will have the energy to exercise. (1)
• Exercise decreases the risk of cardiovascular diseases and obesity, optimising health and wellbeing. (1)

Question 4

Lucy is 17 years old and lives with her parents, her two younger brothers and her grandmother. Lucy also has a large extended family of aunts, uncles and cousins who get together regularly. Lucy trains with her netball team twice a week and plays in competitions every Saturday.

Describe the relationship between Lucy’s social health and wellbeing and her spiritual health and wellbeing.

VCAA 2021, Q1b

(2 marks)

Answer 4

• By training with her netball team, Lucy develops meaningful and satisfying relationships with her teammates, promoting optimal social health and wellbeing. (1)
• As a result of positive and supportive friends, Lucy develops a sense of belonging to her netball club, thus positively impacting spiritual health and wellbeing. (1)