2023 VJC GP Prelim P1

1 VICTORIA JUNIOR COLLEGE JC2 PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION 2023 HIGHER 1 GENERAL PAPER 8807/01 Paper 1 1 hour 30 minutes READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS FIRST An answer booklet will be provided with this question paper. You should follow the instructions on the front cover of the answer booklet. If you need additional paper, ask the invigilator for a continuation booklet. Write in dark blue or black pen. Do not use staples, paper clips, glue or correction fluid. Answer ONE question. Note that up to 20 marks out of 50 will be awarded for your use of language. All questions in this paper carry equal marks. This document consists of 2 printed pages [Turn over]

2 Answer one question Answers should be between 500 to 800 words in length 1 ‘Governments today need to work harder to gain the support of their people.’ Do you agree? 2 Should there be greater involvement of women in decision-making? 3 Is healthcare in your society easily accessible for everyone? 4 ‘Modern technology is more of a benefit than a threat to the arts.’ Comment. 5 To what extent have environmental issues affected food choices of people in your society? 6 Is it true that social media present too many temptations for young people? 7 ‘Tourists today show little respect for the places they visit.’ Is this a fair comment? 8 ‘Penalties are more effective than incentives in changing people’s behaviour.’ Discuss. 9 ‘War is a thing of the past, given how interconnected the world is today.’ Do you agree? 10 Do cultural practices still have a place in your society? 11 Has living in the city become less attractive? 12 ‘We should always forgive those who wrong us.’ Is this good advice?