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Learn Extracted exam questions IGCSE English November 2024 · Paper 13

November 2024 · Paper 13

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1 1 mark short_answer p. 3 1.1

Where in the world do most species of fruit bat live?

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2 1 mark short_answer p. 3 1.1

Which is the largest type of fruit bat?

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3 1 mark short_answer p. 3 1.1

What do fruit bats use to help them find their way in the dark?

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4 1 mark short_answer p. 3 1.1

Where do the majority of fruit bats tend to spend the daylight hours?

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5 1 mark short_answer p. 3 1.1

How long do female fruit bats look after their young for?

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6 3 marks short_answer p. 3 1.1

What factors does the writer say affect fruit bat populations?

Give \textbf{three} details.

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7 short_answer p. 5 1.2

Read the article about four young people (\textbf{A--D}) who are planning a career as a pilot. Then answer \textbf{Questions 7(a)--(i)}.

\textbf{For each statement, write the correct letter, A, B, C or D, on the line.}

\textbf{Which person \ldots}

7a 1 mark multiple_choice

admits they were concerned about causing disappointment? \hrulefill

  1. A
  2. B
  3. C
  4. D
7b 1 mark multiple_choice

emphasises how important it is for them to understand the science of flight? \hrulefill

  1. A
  2. B
  3. C
  4. D
7c 1 mark multiple_choice

refers to an encounter that still inspires them today? \hrulefill

  1. A
  2. B
  3. C
  4. D
7d 1 mark multiple_choice

thinks their choice of career represents a good compromise? \hrulefill

  1. A
  2. B
  3. C
  4. D
7e 1 mark multiple_choice

suggests they would struggle to find satisfaction in any other job? \hrulefill

  1. A
  2. B
  3. C
  4. D
7f 1 mark multiple_choice

mentions something that could provide them with an advantage over competitors? \hrulefill

  1. A
  2. B
  3. C
  4. D
7g 1 mark multiple_choice

talks about their initial lack of interest in following a tradition? \hrulefill

  1. A
  2. B
  3. C
  4. D
7h 1 mark multiple_choice

appreciates the support that gave them the confidence to continue with their plans? \hrulefill

  1. A
  2. B
  3. C
  4. D
7i 1 mark multiple_choice

mentions an ability they recognise is in need of improvement? \hrulefill

  1. A
  2. B
  3. C
  4. D
8 4 marks short_answer p. 7 1.3

Imagine you are going to give a talk about living underground to your classmates. Use words from the article to help you write some notes.

Make short notes under each heading.

Environmental benefits of underground houses:

\textit{Example: fit in with the natural landscape}

\begin{itemize} \item \hrulefill \item \hrulefill \item \hrulefill \item \hrulefill \end{itemize}

9 3 marks short_answer p. 7 1.3

Possible problems with living underground:

\begin{itemize} \item \hrulefill \item \hrulefill \item \hrulefill \end{itemize}

10 1 mark multiple_choice p. 9 1.11.4

In the first paragraph, what does Taylor say about her family's decision to buy their own part of a forest?

  1. A

    They agreed without hesitation.
  2. B

    They wanted to move to the countryside.
  3. C

    They were bored with their existing way of life.
11 1 mark multiple_choice p. 9 1.11.4

When describing how the family found their area of forest, Taylor suggests she was

  1. A

    excited by her father's plans.
  2. B

    surprised by what actually happened.
  3. C

    uncertain about how realistic they were being.
12 1 mark multiple_choice p. 9 1.11.4

Why does Taylor mention outdoor cooking?

  1. A

    to demonstrate how much research they still need to do
  2. B

    to explain a benefit of taking time to learn about nature
  3. C

    to show the main challenges of an outdoor lifestyle
13 1 mark multiple_choice p. 9 1.11.4

What does Taylor say about the cabin the family built in the woods?

  1. A

    It was located to make the most of its surroundings.
  2. B

    Everyone was involved in its construction.
  3. C

    Most of the ideas for its design came from the children.
14 1 mark multiple_choice p. 10 1.11.4

What does 'It' refer to in line 29?

  1. A

    appreciating your surroundings more
  2. B

    finishing a hard day's work in the forest
  3. C

    giving yourself a complete break
15 1 mark multiple_choice p. 10 1.11.4

What is Taylor doing in the final paragraph?

  1. A

    questioning the need for tree cutting
  2. B

    correcting a popular belief about tree cutting
  3. C

    explaining why tree cutting assists the forest
16 15 marks long_answer p. 12 2.12.22.33.13.2

You have recently decided to start writing your own blog.

\textbf{Write an email to a friend about this.}

In your email you should:

\begin{itemize} \item explain why you would like to start writing your own blog \item say how you will make your blog different from others you have read \item describe what might be challenging about writing your blog. \end{itemize}

\textbf{Write about 120 to 160 words.}

You will receive up to 6 marks for the content of your email, and up to 9 marks for the language used.

17 15 marks long_answer p. 14 2.12.22.38.18.2

You recently had a class discussion about the effects of playing computer games on young people. Your teacher has asked everyone in the class to write an essay on the subject.

\textbf{In your essay, write about the effects of playing computer games on young people.}

Here are some comments from your classmates:

\begin{itemize} \item Computer games are bad for your health. \item I spend too much time playing computer games. \item \textit{Computer games teach useful skills.} \item Some computer games are very entertaining. \end{itemize}

\textbf{Now write an essay for your class teacher, giving your opinions.}

The comments above may give you some ideas, and you should also use some ideas of your own.

\textbf{Write about 120 to 160 words.}

You will receive up to 6 marks for the content of your essay, and up to 9 marks for the language used.

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