Tory education spokeswoman Liz Smith said the current system was failing too many pupils at lower levels and welcomed the "fine tuning" of assessment in fourth year.
They paid the price for failing to make the most of their pressure when Smith restored New Zealand's lead, going over in the left-hand corner from Ma'a Nonu's despite the suggestion he may have lost control of the ball as he touched down.
In connection with the dogs, Smith admitted two charges under the Animal Welfare Act 2006 of failing to provide a suitable environment for them on 14 February and 16 February.