2024 DHS Y6 GP Prelim P2 Insert

CANDIDATE NAME CIVICS GROUP 6C __ __ INDEX NUMBER 0 0 __ __ © DHS 2024 8881/02/Y6/PRELIMINARYEXAMINATION DUNMAN HIGH SCHOOL General Certificate of Education Advanced Level Higher 1 YEAR 6 PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION GENERAL PAPER 8881/02 Paper 2 28 August 2024 INSERT 1 hour 30 minutes READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS FIRST This Insert contains the passages for comprehension. This document consists of 4 printed pages. [Turn over

2 © DHS 2024 8881/02/Y6/PRELIMINARYEXAMINATION Passage 1. An author explores how young people today are exploring jobs that connect to a greater purpose. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 In a world where the stark confines of office cubicles increasingly clash with the boundless canvas of the great outdoors, a vanguard of young visionaries is charting a course towards a reimagined future. This isn’t just about a shift in scenery; it’s a profound transformation in the ethos of work itself. For Millennials and Generation Zs, caught in the wake of economic upheavals and the lingering shadows of a global pandemic, there’s a burgeoning desire to fuse their livelihoods with their deepest convictions and dreams of adventure. Here, at this juncture of uncertainty and possibility, a new horizon emerges – one where work serves not only as a means to an end but also as a conduit to a life of purpose and passion. A recent survey by workwear brand Carhartt reveals a striking trend among nearly half of young individuals: a significant shift in career aspirations. Moving beyond the traditional pursuit of climbing the corporate ladder, these young seekers prioritise finding work that is less demanding and allows time to pursue personal interests. They are not just in search of mere employment, but of careers that align with their values and contribute to a sense of purpose in their lives. This change signals a departure from viewing work as simply a means to earn a living to making an impact on others, embracing it as a vital part of a fulfilling life journey. It reflects a broader desire among the younger generation to integrate their personal beliefs with their professional paths. Let’s break it down: 85% of these trailblazers are game for a gig that lets them breathe in the crisp air of the wilderness over the stale air of office politics. They are not just running from the mundane 9-to-5; they are sprinting towards careers that promise more than a view from a skyscraper window. They crave the raw, unfiltered experiences that only Mother Nature can offer, and they are ready to trade in their business suits for hiking boots and hard hats. But why this seismic shift away from the glow of computer screens to the glow of campfires? The pandemic flipped the script on traditional work envir