TMJC_2025_H1 General Paper_P2_Answer Guide

2025 JC2 Preliminary Examination H1 Paper 2 Suggested Answers Tampines Meridian Junior College 2025 JC2 General Paper Preliminary Examination Paper 2 From Passage 1: 1. In paragraph 1, what does the author suggest are fundamental problems created by the proliferation of private vehicles? [2] From the passage Answer The proliferation of private vehicles has created fundamental problems that threaten our collective future: a) it accelerates environmental degradation b) perpetuates social inequality by privileging those who can afford personal transport, c) transforms our cities into concrete jungles designed for cars rather than humans. The fundamental problems created by the proliferation of private vehicles are a) It speeds up/ worsens/increases/hastens/ heightens environmental deterioration/ecological decline. b) It reinforces/propagates/ continues social disparities by granting ease of mobility/ ability to travel to the wealthy/rich. DNA: emphasises, highlights, enhances, aggravates, worsens c) It reshapes/ modifies/ changes/ turns our urban landscapes into spaces that prioritise vehicles over people’s needs. DNA: creates, makes Any 2 for 2 marks. 2. In paragraph 2, what contrasts does the author make between the impacts of transport in the past and present? [3m] From the passage Answer a) (past) Previous generations… natural gathering points that fostered daily interaction and a strong sense of belonging. VS a) (present) today’s urban environments are shaped by car dependency… isolating b) (past) These systems were environmentally sustainable, producing fewer emissions VS b) (present, inferred) Roads and traffic dominate, a) In the past, public transportation brought people together / encouraged everyday encounters, whereas today’s car-dependent societies make people more disconnected from each other. b) In the past, the main mode of travel generated lower levels of pollution. However, today’s car- dominated travel landscape has resulted in greater environmental pollution (Idea: Environmental pollution is inferred from fewer emissions). c) In the past, the main mode of travel protected natural spaces/ conserved peaceful/ silent/

2025 JC2 Preliminary Examination H1 Paper 2 Suggested Answers c) (past) preserving quiet green spaces within urban areas. VS c) (present) replacing parks and social spaces with concrete and noise. d) (past) Mobility was affordable, ensuring access for all regardless of economic status. VS d) (present) largely on private vehicle ownership, dividing society between those with freedom to move and those confined to unreliable alternatives. tranquil spaces whereas today’s car-dominated travel has displaced green areas with roads and highways/ resulting in loud sounds (Idea: Protection of spaces or noises) d) In the past, mobility was inexpensive for everyone, despite the