2024 JPJC JC2 GP Prelim P2 Ans Scheme w SQ ans

1 JC2 GP Preliminary Examination 2024 Paper 2 Answer Scheme 1. From paragraph 1, what are two requirements for quality buildings in modern society? (2 marks) From the Passage Suggested Answer a. House our schools, hospitals, offices, and our homes // functional b. sustainable (pt b. is related to the environment) c. resilient (pt c. is related to time frame or strength) d. safe. a. The requirements are that buildings need to serve a myriad of / diverse / different purposes // practical b. eco – friendly c. durable // sturdy // strong d. secure Any 2 = 2 marks 2. Why does the author use the word ‘precisely’ in line 6? (1 mark) From the Passage Suggested Answer These historic places are precisely the solution required in growing cities, and they have surprising economic and environmental benefits. (function) The author uses the word “precisely” to emphasise / highlight that (context) such historic places are exactly the answer to such growing cities (1m) (Credit 1m if students understands the meaning of precise even if the function is not in the answer. Accept emphasise (fn) + “the answer” BOD: emphasise + “best solution”/ “most”/ “key”/ “perfect” Do not accept “the answer” (without function) or “an answer.” 1 = 1 mark

2 3. What does the author mean when he says that historic buildings function as both ‘sociocultural bulwarks’ and ‘priceless technological repositories’ (lines 18–19)? (2 marks) From the Passage Suggested Answer a. sociocultural bulwarks and b. priceless technological repositories . a. Historic buildings hold a strong allure due to their dual role as both defences of our community’s heritage// protects our heritage from being eroded, b. and invaluable archives of scientific progress. If point A’s bulwark is successfully understood, do not penalise if students lift ‘sociocultural’ If students understand that it is to ensure that cultural identity is remembered – accept Point B must have BOTH priceless AND repositories 2 = 2 marks 4. In paragraph 3, identify three ways in which safeguarding heritage brings about ‘an inclusive phenomenon’. (3 marks) From the Passage Suggested Answer a. Historical sites are physical witnesses b. Our own stories can be shared and understood through physical places and spaces. c. the acts of preservation, from documentation to regular maintenance, necessarily employ and involve entire communities. d. Since heritage sites are rarely privately owned, we are all stakeholders of these resources and involved in decision making and use of these sites. a. Heritage sites are tangible/concrete evidence of our commonality. b. We are able to tell our individual / personal narratives / experiences through these sites c. efforts to preserve these sites, including keeping records and ongoing upkeep, engage and enlist whole communities. - “communities” can be lifted - Accept “everyone”. d. we have an interest in these resources / we have ownership over the sites / we participate in their utilisation / we part a part in making choices Any 3 = 3 marks

3 5. In what two ways is ‘inherent sustainability’ (line 36) the greatest advantage for historical buildings? (2 marks) From the Passage Suggested Answer These buildings can be a. adapted to a variety of new uses, b. eliminate construction of a new building c. It also eliminates accompanying construction and demolition waste. pt a: Accept either ‘adapt’ OR ‘variety’, no need for both to be captured a. Buildings can evolve and // take on different functions b. This removes the need to BUILD more buildings // saves on resources (“new” can be lifted) Script B2: part b will be awarded c. avoids generation of by-products Any 2 = 2 marks 6. From paragraph 5, how is the last sentence an effective conclusion? (1 mark) From the Passage Suggested Answer The conservation of a city’s heritage sites is the conservation of humanity. Key techniques to look out for: ● The use of repetition in ‘conservation’ for emphasis ● Serves as a warning ● Call to action ● Comparison/ weighing / proportionality ● Substantiation ● Summary/ making a concise statement The last sentence is effective because it Accept any logical answers that include technique and context: - Uses repetition of the keyword “conservation” to strengthen the impact of key points and ensure the reader retains the central idea of the need for conservation, enhancing persuasion. - Espouses ideas of threats to mankind, which serves as a warning / wake – up call / call to action - Highlights an escalation of the concept of conservation, from that of heritage sites as a microcosm and how it builds up to the overall notion of conservation of mankind’s collective history. (Accept lift for “conservation”, “heritage” and “humanity” but annotate as lifted for teaching purpose.) (Answer should make reference to either “heritage sites” or “humanity”.)

4 From Passage 2 7. Summarise the benefits of urban regeneration. (8 marks) No. Line Lifted Paraphrased 1 1 Enhances the liveability of urban areas… OR attractive/ safe/ functional improves the overall habitability of cities inviting/ secure/ practical 2 4 improve the quality of housing, public services, transport, green spaces, cultural amenities elevates the standard of urban amenities accept ‘living conditions’ 3 7 Sense of belonging OR identity Award for either belonging OR identity cultivates a strong community essence OR attachment Accept ‘inclusivity’, ‘inclusiveness’ 4 6 Liveability in terms of climate change Dealing with/responding to environmental challenges 5 7 Prevent breathing illness in elders and children reduces diseases/ sicknesses among the elderly and young 6 8 Catalyst for economic growth… Or …resurgence in economic activity sparks wealth generation/ income generation/ prosperity rebound in financial transactions Do not award marks for mere paraphrasing of a list of details or aspects related to the economy (e.g., business, investment, tourism, innovation, employment). Script A3: point 6 Not awarded 7 18 Preservation of urban heritage Or …safeguarding historical and cultural landmarks protects the cultural and architectural legacy of urban environments protects significant historical and cultural sites 8 19 Celebrating…diversity of urban identities embraces the variety of city identities and cultures

5 9 Maintains the unique character and charm of cities, enriching the cultural tapestry keeps the distinctiveness of urban spaces, enriching their cultural richness Accept ‘one-of-a-kind’, ‘unparalleled’ 10 24 Enhancing participation // collaboration // decision-making encourages different stakeholders to be involved // work together // have a say 11 27 Increase their awareness and OR ownership of urban issues and solutions informs OR fosters a sense of responsibility for city-related challenges and solutions (Accept EITHER awareness OR ownership) 12 28 improve the accessibility and availability of health care, education enhances the attainability of urban services 13 31 Contribute to their happiness and satisfaction enhances residents' well-being/ contentment 14 32 Promoting ecological balance… OR enriching urban biodiversity. supports environmental sustainability OR boosts biological variety No. of points 1-2 3-4 5 6 7 8 9 10+ Marks allocated 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

6 From all the passages 8. Passage 1 states historic buildings can ‘teach us about our history and culture’ (lines 10– 11). Identify one specific idea from Passa