CJC 2024 GP Prelim Paper 1 - Question Paper

GENERAL PAPER 8881/01 Paper 1 20 August 2024 1 hour 30 minutes READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS FIRST Write your name and class on all the work you hand in. Write in dark blue or black pen on both sides of the paper. Do not use paper clips, highlighters, glue or correction fluid on your work. Answer one question. Note that up to 20 marks out of 50 will be awarded for your use of language. At the end of the examination, fasten all your work securely together. All questions in this paper carry equal marks. This document consists of 2 printed pages including this cover page. Catholic Junior College JC2 Preliminary Examination Higher 1

2 Answer one question. Answers should be between 500 and 800 words in length. 1 ‘There is no such thing as sustainable fashion.’ Discuss. 2 To what extent do you agree that the joy of learning is essential in your society? 3 Since individuals can hardly influence political decisions, is there any point in being aware of current affairs today? 4 Should artificial intelligence be feared or embraced? 5 Examine the claim that too much value is placed on beauty today. 6 ‘The government should never interfere with people’s private lives.’ To what extent is this true of your society? 7 Consider the view that social media cannot fully alleviate feelings of loneliness in young people. 8 Is success more important than integrity in today’s world? END OF PAPER