CHIJ STC SS 4NA PRELIM QN PAPER 2019

____________________________________________________________________________ HUMANITIES 2175/2176/2177 Paper 1 Social Studies 19 August 2019 1 hour 45 minutes Additional Materials: Writing Paper ____________________________________________________________________________ READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS FIRST Write all answers on the Writing Paper. Write in dark blue or black pen. Do not use paper clips, highlighters, glue or correction fluid. Section A Answer all parts of Question 1. Section B Answer both parts of Question 2. The number of marks is given in brackets [ ] at the end of each question or part question. This document consists of 6 printed pages. CHIJ ST. THERESA’S CONVENT PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION 2019 SECONDARY 4 NORMAL (ACADEMIC)

2 Section A (Source-Based Case Study) Question 1 is compulsory for all candidates. 1 Exploring Citizenship and Governance Study the Background Information and the sources carefully, and then answer all the questions. You may use any of the sources to help you answer the questions, in addition to th ose sources you are told to use. In answering the questions, you should use your knowledge of the topic to help you interpret and evaluate the sources. (a) Study Source A. What is the message of this cartoon? Explain your answer, using details of the cartoon. [5] (b) Study Source B. Why do you think this infographic was published by the Land Transport Authority of Singapore? Explain your answer. [6] (c) Study Sources C and D. How far does Source C agree with Source D? Explain your answer. [7] (d) Study Source E. Are you surprised by what Source E says about the use of PMDs ? Explain your answer. [7] (e) How far do the sources in the case study show that the Singapore government is effective in ensuring the safe use of PMDs in Singapore? Explain your answer. [10]

3 Is the Singapore government effective in ensuring the safe use of PMDs in Singapore? BACKGROUND INFORMATION Read this carefully. It may help you to answer some of the questions. Personal Mobility Devices (PMDs) have recently been growing in popularity in Singapore. These devices can be especially helpful to those who have reduced mobility or who simply appreciate the added convenience