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Agility
Term Y11 OOP
Definition
The ability to respond quickly to changing requirements by working in short iterations with frequent feedback (the Agile approach).
Example: An agile team delivers a working feature each sprint.
Found in: syllabus.
Where it is used in the test
Syllabus area: Y11 OOP.
Question types it can appear in
- Multiple choice: Pick the option that matches the definition or example.
- Fill in the blanks: Choose this term to complete a statement or table.
- Short answer: Define, outline or explain it and tie it to the scenario.
Where it has appeared in the paper
The Software Engineering Project (Part A). Part letters follow each paper’s own layout.
Related past questions
- 2025 HSC Q2 (1 mark): Software development approaches The Software Engineering Project (Part A) · 1 mark
These are the questions the flashcard set links to this term. Open each one and compare your answer with its marking criteria.
Study links
- Flashcard: Agility in The Object-Oriented Paradigm (Year 11) · study that set
- Memorise: Object-oriented concepts
How to use it in an answer
A model sentence
“The ability to respond quickly to changing requirements by working in short iterations with frequent feedback (the Agile approach).” Then apply it: An agile team delivers a working feature each sprint.
In a short answer, give the definition in your own words first, then tie it to the situation in the question. Do not copy the example above unless it fits the scenario.
Command words used with it
- Identify: Recognise and name. (2025 HSC Q2 (1 mark): Software development approaches)
Technique for the question types
- Multiple choice: Read all four options, rule out wrong ones, pick one; no penalty for guessing so never leave blank.
- Fill in the blanks: Choose the right word from a list; use exact syllabus terms.
- Short answer: One clear point per mark, use the stimulus and course terms, and answer the command word.
Common mistakes
- Use the term exactly as the syllabus words it, then link it to the scenario in the question; the 2025 feedback repeatedly rewards using the stimulus.
- Answer the command word: outline gives main points only, explain gives a reason or cause, discuss gives both sides.
Related terms
Same group in the syllabus: Task definition · Facade pattern · Consistency (collaboration) · Code commenting · Version control · Feedback