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 [3] 8 ‘America is not, never has been, and never will be what the songs and poems call it, a land of plenty.’ (lines 21 – 22) What does the writer mean in this sentence? America never had a lot of resources and this situation persists today with no signs of changing for the future. America is not a land of plenty in the past, present or future. [1m only] [2] 9 Give two contradictions which Americans face in Paragraph 3.

Sec 4E/5NA EL Preliminary Examination Paper 2 2021 – Suggested Answers 3 i. America is known as a land of plenty but nylon, meat, gasoline, and steel are rare. ii. There are too many jobs and not enough workers. iii. Money is very easy to earn but rather hard to spend, because there isn’t very much to buy. (Any 2) [1] 10 What does the puzzle in Paragraph 4 refer to? The puzzle is why adults are slightly impressed and almost intimidated by those who are aged sixteen. [1] 11a In Paragraph 5, explain the meaning of the phrase ‘ the earth seems to lurch from its path’ (line 35). The world becomes unstable / the whole world becomes shaken / everyone is startled / shocked by an extreme / earth shattering moment / historically defining. [1] b Why is this phrase effectively used? The phrase highlights the strong negative responses of the world / how people could be thrown off when an extreme event happened. [1] 12 Why do the people listen to the news broadcasts five or six times every day? Americans feel that their life is dull and they need to be updated on things, news and events to entertain themselves. They want to enjoy some pleasure and luxury in different parts of the world which they have little access to. [2] 13 What is unusual but effective in using the phrase ‘a curtain of plastic’ (lines 43 – 44) Unusual A curtain is usually made of cloth and not plastic Effective It highlights that what the Americans know about the world is limited/unclear and may not be the truth. [2]

Sec 4E/5NA EL Preliminary Examination Paper 2 2021 – Suggested Answers 4 14 The structure of the text ref lects the stages of events and the writer’s feelings. Complete the flow chart by choosing one phrase from the box to summarise his thoughts and feelings in each part of the text. There are some extra phrases you do not need to use. Stages of events and the writer’s feelings Flow Chart Paragraph 1 pride and joy for a friend Paragraph 2 (i) an impactful time Paragraph 3 (ii) hardships in life Paragraph 4 (iii) a new reality Paragraph 5 (iv) some light in a dull world pride and joy for a friend feeling lost hardships in life a new reality great sense of disloyalty some light in a dull world an impactful time [4] Section C [25 marks]

Sec 4E/5NA EL Preliminary Examination Paper 2 2021 – Suggested Answers 5 Refer to Text 3 on pages 5 and 6 of the Insert for Questions 15 – 22. 15 From Paragraph 1, what are the effects of the extinction of mountain gorillas? There will be a significant loss for the wildlife ecosystem, the Central African economy and all of humanity. [1] 16 Quote a sentence in Paragraph 2 which shows that animals and plants are important. ‘All species are integral parts of the ecosystem in which they live.’ [1] 17 From Paragraph 3, e xplain why an abrupt loss of a species may cause an unpredictable chain reaction to the plants and animals. Each ecosystem on our planet has been carefully balanced over tens of thousands or even millions of years so the plants and animals may not be prepared or know how to react. [1] 18 ‘at the root of protecting all life’ (line 21). What does ‘the root’ mean? main/most important [1] 19 In Paragraph 4, what are the reasons for the deforestation in the habitat of mountain gorillas? i. Humans want to turn lush forests into productive farmland. ii. Humans need wood to build homes and burn as fuel for cooking. [2] 20 Here is a part of a conversation between two students, Melvin and Dawn, who have read about the threats faced by mountain gorillas. Melvin Dawn Humans see the value of mountain gorillas. Humans do not regard mountain gorillas highly.

Sec 4E/5NA EL Preliminary Examination Paper 2 2021 – Suggested Answers 6 a b Give two pieces of evidence from Paragraph 2 to support Melvin’s view. Mountian gorillas are our closest relatives, so we will have the opportunity to learn from them. We can compare them to our species and other great apes. We can study important aspects of life through these animals. (Any 2) Explain w