CDE3701
Assessment 2 2025
Due 7 July 2025
, QUESTION 1 (25 marks)
1.1. Case Study: Emily
1. Why does Emily feel pressure to perform well at school? (2)
Emily feels pressure because of the high-achieving environment of her private
school and her parents’ strong expectations for academic success. It’s not just
her own aspirations; both the school culture and home life push her to excel.
2. How does Emily’s peers’ focus on material wealth and social status affect
her? (2)
Emily may feel inadequate if she or her family lacks certain status symbols. This
pressure to conform can lead to anxiety or reduced self-esteem as she tries to
match her peers’ possessions and lifestyle.
3. What is social anxiety and how might it impact Emily’s daily life at school?
(2)
Social anxiety is fear or worry in social situations due to concern about judgment.
At school, Emily may avoid speaking up, struggle in group work, feel nervous
during recess, or experience physical symptoms like upset stomach.
4. How do the extracurricular activities expected by her parents contribute to
her stress? (2)
The packed schedule of ballet, coding, and language lessons leaves Emily with
little downtime, intensifying stress and potentially leading to burnout from juggling
too many commitments.
5. Why is it important that Emily has time to play and relax? (2)
Play and relaxation are crucial for emotional development, creativity, and
resilience. They help reduce anxiety and offer mental breaks that improve focus
and overall well-being.
6. How does the multi-cultural environment at Emily’s school help her learn
about other cultures? (2)
Exposure to diverse classmates and activities gives Emily firsthand cultural
experience. She hears multiple languages and sees celebrations from different
backgrounds, deepening her global awareness.
Assessment 2 2025
Due 7 July 2025
, QUESTION 1 (25 marks)
1.1. Case Study: Emily
1. Why does Emily feel pressure to perform well at school? (2)
Emily feels pressure because of the high-achieving environment of her private
school and her parents’ strong expectations for academic success. It’s not just
her own aspirations; both the school culture and home life push her to excel.
2. How does Emily’s peers’ focus on material wealth and social status affect
her? (2)
Emily may feel inadequate if she or her family lacks certain status symbols. This
pressure to conform can lead to anxiety or reduced self-esteem as she tries to
match her peers’ possessions and lifestyle.
3. What is social anxiety and how might it impact Emily’s daily life at school?
(2)
Social anxiety is fear or worry in social situations due to concern about judgment.
At school, Emily may avoid speaking up, struggle in group work, feel nervous
during recess, or experience physical symptoms like upset stomach.
4. How do the extracurricular activities expected by her parents contribute to
her stress? (2)
The packed schedule of ballet, coding, and language lessons leaves Emily with
little downtime, intensifying stress and potentially leading to burnout from juggling
too many commitments.
5. Why is it important that Emily has time to play and relax? (2)
Play and relaxation are crucial for emotional development, creativity, and
resilience. They help reduce anxiety and offer mental breaks that improve focus
and overall well-being.
6. How does the multi-cultural environment at Emily’s school help her learn
about other cultures? (2)
Exposure to diverse classmates and activities gives Emily firsthand cultural
experience. She hears multiple languages and sees celebrations from different
backgrounds, deepening her global awareness.
