2022 Sec 2 Bedok South Secondary MYE

BEDOK SOUTH BEDOK SOUTH SECONDARY SCHOOL ENGLISH LANGUAGE WA2 2022 SECONDARY 2 EXPRESS 25 Name: Class: Date: Duration: 50 minutes Parents’ Signature: Section A [5m] Refer to the online advertisement (Text 1) and the social media post (Text 2) on page 2 for Questions 1-4. 1. Look at Text 1. Tick (✔) the most effective title for the image in this advertisement. ☐ Spend an enjoyable afternoon at the Farmers’ Market ☐ Support and learn from locals at the Kranji Farmers’ Market ☐ Learn more at the Kranji Farmers’ Market [1] 2. Identify the target audience of this advertisement. [1] 3. At the top of Text 1, it states ‘Be naturally inspired by local farmers and entrepreneurs! With reference to Text 2, what does the word ‘naturally’ suggest about what is sold at the Kranji Farmers’ Market? [1] 4. Look at Texts 1 and 2 and statements (a) and (b) below. Decide whether the statements refer to Text 1, Text 2, both texts, or neither text. Circle the answer you have chosen for each statement. (a) Readers are invited to visit the Farmers’ Market Text 1 / Text 2 / Both / Neither (b) The text suggests the reader will have a fun-filled afternoon at the Farmers Market. Text 1 / Text 2 / Both / Neither [2]

Text 1 is taken from an online advertisement for the Kranji Countryside Farmers’ Market. Text 2 is taken from a social media post of a visitor who had previously visited the Farmers’ Market. I am delighted to recommend Farmer’s Market to knowledgeable foodies. I love the selection of hormone- free, cruelty-free and sustainably raised products, from delicious tenderloin, to the chicken, fish and fruits. My kids enjoy the activities that keep them occupied for the hour or two the family is there. We LOVE the Kranii Countryside Farmers’ Market!

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