CBS 4E5NA EL Prelim P2 2021 Answers

Sec 4E/5NA EL Preliminary Examination Paper 2 2021 – Suggested Answers 1 Section A [5 marks] 1 ‘Our halls are more than just places to live in.’ Using information from the first two paragraphs, state how NTU halls do this. NTU’s unique Residential Education offers a wealth of experiential learning activities that give you hands-on experience right in the comfort of your own residence on campus. [1] 2 Look at the first photograph on the webpage. How does it illustrate that the halls are ‘A home, away from home’? The picture shows two students playing music comfortably in their dormitory and it illustrates the great comfort they enjoy in the hall which is similar to what they enjoy in their own home. Description of photo and explain how it depicts the idea of ‘A home, away from home’ [1] 3 Refer to the section under ‘Facilities at your doorstep’. Identify two language features which the writer uses to engage the readers. Use of imperatives/start sentences with a Verb like ‘Pump…’ ‘Jam..’ and ‘Or practise…’ Use of pronoun ‘Your’ [1] 4 We're excited to have you experience a vibrant school life with us. Make the most of your experience with us. What is the intended effect of these two statements on the readers? The readers will feel involved and want to apply to stay in a dormitory Feelings + Action [1] Section B [20 marks]

Sec 4E/5NA EL Preliminary Examination Paper 2 2021 – Suggested Answers 2 Refer to Text 2 on page 3 and 4 of the Insert for Questions 5 – 14. 5 In Paragraph 1, why did Finny win the baseball game? Answer in your own words. He was extremely skilful/exceptionally adept in playing baseball while the rest were clumsy / unable to play it correctly. From the text: he was sensationally good at it, and that the rest of us were more or less bumblers in our different ways [2] 6 It was just a game. (line 6) What does this sentence tell you about the attitude the writer has towards winning the baseball game? The writer has little/no interest/desire to win the game. OR He views it as insignificant/inconsequential/not important to win the game. [1] 7 The writer mentions that everyone has a moment in history which remains unforgettable. Explain how the language used in Para graph 2 describes the memorable moment. Support your ideas with three details from Paragraph 2. i.‘emotions achieve their most powerful sway over him’ / ‘unleashed emotions’ highlights h ow his strong feelings had overwhelmed him / suggests that all the strong feelings inside him were released/let out in an uncontrolled manner ii.‘imprinted itself upon him ’ implies that the moment was etched deeply in his mind / left a permanent impact on him iii.‘carries the stamp of that passing moment forever’ suggests that he bears a sign/mark/impression of the moment on him