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Suzanne Aubert Explanation Writing

Read and gather information

Read the passage. Then use its information to prepare an explanation about Suzanne Aubert’s significance in New Zealand history.

Suzanne Aubert was born in France in 1835. She arrived in Aotearoa New Zealand in 1860 and became known to many people as Mother Aubert. She devoted much of her life to caring for people who were sick, poor or in need of support. Aubert worked alongside Māori communities and showed respect for Māori knowledge and culture. She also made remedies using native plants. In 1892, she established the Sisters of Compassion, a religious community whose members served people in need. Her work included setting up a hospital in Wellington. Aubert’s contribution was not limited to one place or group of people. Through practical care and years of service, she helped build organisations that continued their work after her lifetime. In 2016, the Catholic Church recognised her life of service by declaring her Venerable. Her story is significant because it shows how one person’s commitment to caring for others could have a lasting effect in New Zealand.

1.Write three details from the passage that could support an explanation of Suzanne Aubert’s importance.

2.Which statement best explains why Aubert’s work had a lasting effect?

She established a community whose members continued serving people in need.
She travelled to New Zealand for a short visit.
She wrote a book about native plants.
She worked only with people in one town.

3.In the passage, what does the word “devoted” suggest about the way Aubert spent her life?

Plan an explanation

4.Select three different details from the passage that would make strong main points in an explanation of Aubert’s significance.

Her care for people who were sick or in need
Her work with Māori communities and respect for Māori knowledge
The organisations and services she established
The colour of the clothes she wore
Her favourite season

5.Jot down a possible introduction, three main points and a concluding idea for your explanation. Use information from the passage.

Write and review

An explanation tells how or why something is significant. Organise your ideas with an introduction, connected main points and a conclusion. Linking words such as furthermore, for example, and therefore can help your reader follow your reasoning. Use past-tense verbs when describing Aubert’s historical actions. Useful vocabulary: contribution, compassion, established, service, respected, legacy.

6.Write an explanation of about 150–200 words answering: Why was Suzanne Aubert significant in New Zealand history? Include an introduction, at least three supported points, linking words and a concluding sentence.

7.Review your draft. Have you included a clear explanation, three supported points, linking words, past-tense verbs, topic vocabulary, a conclusion, and careful spelling and punctuation? Write one change you made or would make after checking.