109-113 Hebrew 2C

109-128 Hebrew 1A and 109-129 Hebrew 1B or equivalent approved by subject coordinator.

This subject focuses on developing the skills of reading, writing and conversing in Hebrew, with emphasis on grammatical structure and expansion of vocabulary. It features advanced work on speaking and creative writing, through reading of contemporary newspapers, magazines, short stories and poetry and enables students to build their vocabulary. On completion students should have an in-depth knowledge of the verb systems, and a sufficient grasp of the language to allow them to read and understand simplified Hebrew newspapers and literary texts. Students should also be able to conduct conversation and compose short assignments.

Written work totalling 1500 words, an aural/oral test and dictation equivalent to 500 words, a 2-hour examination, attendance and class participation.