CHIJ Katong 4NA Prelim 2024 P2 Answers

Name : …………………………………………………………. ( ) Class : …………… CHIJ KATONG CONVENT PRELIMINARY EXAMINATIONS 2024 Secondary Four Normal (Academic) ANSWER KEY ENGLISH LANGUAGE SYLLABUS A 1190/02 Paper 2 Comprehension July 2024 Additional material: Insert 1 hour 50 minutes READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS FIRST Write your name, class and registration number on the cover page. Write in dark blue or black ink. Do not use staples, paper clips, glue or correction fluid/tape or highlighters. Answer all questions. Write your answers in the spaces provided on the Question Paper. The Insert contains the texts for all the sections. The number of marks is given in brackets [ ] at the end of each question or part question. For Examiner’s Use Section A (Visual Text) 5 Section B (Narrative Text) 20 Section C (Non-Narrative Text) 10 Section C (Summary) 15 Total 50 This document consists of 7 printed pages. [Turn over

English Language Secondary 4 Normal (Academic) 2 Section A [5 marks] Refer to the advertisement (Text 1) and the extract from a website (Text 2) on page 2 of the Insert for Questions 1–4. 1 Look at the photograph at the bottom of Text 1. Which activity is shown in the photograph? Little Green Thumb workshop X: hands-on activities (which activity, not what kind of activities) ‘Which’ activity  pick from the list given in the stimulus [1] 2 Look at Text 2. Tick () the statement which best summarises the main purpose of Text 2. to persuade teachers to take their students on this learning journey to summarise what the learning journey is about  to give an evaluation of the learning journey to express gratitude to the organisers of the learning journey [1] 3 Text 1 states that there are ‘many multi-sensory touchpoints’ and Text 2 claims there are ‘sensory experiences’. What is the common message that both texts are trying to convey? The learning journey engages children through the five senses. Children learn through engaging with their senses. Children use their senses to learn. X: Children engage in hands-on activities (which means ‘doing’ rather than talking about it) [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) The text is intended to be read by parents of young children. Text 1 / Text 2 / Both / Neither (b) The text suggests that the learning journey is customisable. Text 1 / Text 2 / Both / N either [2]

CHIJ Katong Convent Prelim Examinations 2024 English Language Secondary 4 Normal (Academic) 3 Section B [20 marks] Refer to Text 3 on page 3 of the Insert for Questions 5 to 14. 5 In Paragraph 1, give two pieces of evidence that show Jekin is feeling visibly uncomfortable. His skin is on fire. He exhales steam. (As he takes in another breath,) sweat surfaces through his singlet as magma. (Accept any two answers) X: He takes in another breath (no context provided) [2] 6 ‘The tree sways three of its oldest, thickest leaves towards Jekin to cool him. Those leaves appear to be fatherly arms with brownish flaps and frayed ends. They form an umbrella above the young man. Other leaves detach themselves from the main trunk, fold into halves, their fibres blanketing loamy ground.’ (lines 6 - 9) Identify the words or phrases from the extract given above that correspond with the description of the tree. The description of the tree Matching words or phrases from the given extract seem like extended limbs appear to be fatherly arms construct a shield form an umbrella separate detach covering blanketing [4] 7 Give another word from Paragraph 3 that has the same meaning as ‘hangs’. suspends [1] 8 What do the following words in italics from Paragraph 4 suggest about how the banana plantation seems calm? Based on the following word / phrase in italics, the banana plantation seem s calm because… Insects, clicking, worship the sun in secret communion The insects were chattering softly OR The ticking / sounds the insects produced were tranquil, soothing or peaceful OR it was so quiet that only the sounds of insects could be heard A sweet breeze ruffles his hair He could feel the gentle wind blowing his hair [2]

CHIJ Katong Convent Prelim Examinations 2024 English Language Secondary 4 Normal (Academic) 4 9 What does the phrase ‘fried parts of his brain circuit’ in Paragraph 5 suggest about the effect of the heat on Jekin? He was unable to function or carry out his usual activities. X: He was unable to think (vague, because his inability to function has to be noticed / seen & also be linked to bending his body to rewire the circuit) [1] 10 What does ‘This’ in line 20 refer to? Having to rest so many times or frequently (for someone of his age). OR For the eighth time today, he has to stop to rest. [1] 11 Some readers may say that Jekin struggled in his attempt to cut down the banana trees. With reference to Paragraph 5, find evidence that supports this view. Identify three quotes from Paragraph 5, and explain how each quote provides evidence for this view. Quotes How each quote supports the view that Jekin struggled in his attempt to cut down the banana trees (i) searing sensation ripples across his forehead (causing Jekin to grip his head, wincing) He could feel a sharp pain spreading across his forehead (clutching it while shutting his eyes tightly) [pain in the head] (ii) his limbs do not obey his command He could not control his body or legs [loss of control] (iii) The cramps feel like leech bites OR Only when one is at rest that the razor - sharp pain returns. He suffered from cramps that caused extreme pain / discomfort / agony The extreme discomfort / pain comes when he is not doing anything [cramps in body / legs] [3]

CHIJ Katong Convent Prelim Examinations 2024 English Language Secondary 4 Normal (Academic) 5 12 Which of the following extracts from Paragraph 6 tell us about how precious each tree is ? Tick two boxes only. ‘…no matter how hard it gets…’ ‘…occur only once…’ √ ‘…to become individual bananas…’ ‘…the bunch is harvested…’ ‘…will never grow back…’ √ [2] 13 (i) From Paragraph 6, find a word that conveys the same meaning as ‘produce’ blossom [1] (ii) another word that contrasts with it sterile [1] 14 In Paragraph 7, it is stated that Jekin resumes his efforts, like a brave warrior ready to face the battlefield. In your own words, what does this suggest about the task he faced? The task was so difficult/challenging/daunting to the point [1] that he had to muster his courage/be fearless (and persist in his efforts) [1]. [2]

CHIJ Katong Convent Prelim Examinations 2024 English Language Secondary 4 Normal (Academic) 6 Section C [25 marks] Refer to Text 4 on page 4 of the Insert for Questions 15 – 19. 15 Read the text and match the paragraphs with the appropriate headings. Write the correct letter (A-G). The first one has been done for you. There is one letter you will not need to use. DO NOT USE ANY LETTER MORE THAN ONCE. Paragraph 1 ………….…B.…………….. Paragraph 2 E Paragraph 3 A Paragraph 4 F Paragraph 5 D Paragraph 6 G A Knowledge-based support for superfoods B The allure of superfoods C Wide assortment of superfoods D Mind