O-LevelEnglish LanguageReading for Ideas1123/21 · May/June 2020 · Q122 Marks

Read Passage 1, Coconuts, in the Insert and answer all the questions below.

(a)Identify and write down how coconut trees and coconuts are used, and the problems associated with the production of coconut trees and coconuts, as outlined in the passage. USE MATERIAL FROM THE WHOLE PASSAGE. At this stage, you do not need to use your own words. Use note form. To help you get started, the first point in each section of notes is done for you. You may find it helpful to use bullet points when listing the content points. You will be awarded up to 12 marks for content points. Content Points how coconut trees and coconuts are used • (coconuts are used) to make food the problems associated with the production of coconut trees and coconuts • (In some countries) a new kind of bacteria is wiping out (coconut) trees[12]
(b)Now use your notes from 1(a) to write a summary of how coconut trees and coconuts are used, and the problems associated with the production of coconut trees and coconuts, as outlined in the passage. Use your own words as far as possible. You will be awarded marks for producing a piece of writing which is relevant, well organised and easy to follow. Your summary must be in continuous writing (not note form). You are advised to write between 150 and 180 words, including the 10 words given below. Begin your summary as follows: As well as having many uses in food manufacturing, coconuts[10]

Mark scheme

Marking points from the official mark scheme (May/June 2020). The mark or mark type is shown in brackets.

[1] to make food (given)
[1] to make drink(s)
[1] in the beauty industry
[1] leaves (are woven together to) thatch roofs
[1] timber / trunks make houses / boats / bridges / huts
[1] coir / fibre from husks (is ideal) for manufacturing
[1] (used in certain) religious ceremonies
[1] appear in coats of arms // displayed as national emblems
[1] (In some countries) a new kind of bacteria is wiping out (coconut) trees (given)
[1] seed vaults are less successful with coconut seeds (than with other fruits)
[1] trees take around five years to mature
[1] harvesting by hand very dangerous
[1] farmers don't have money to invest in seed vaults
[1] initiatives (designed) to help workers (in the coconut industry) are slow to filter through
[1] contain lower amounts of antioxidants than vegetables and other fruit
[1] oil contains (even) high(er) levels of saturated fats (than butter) // likely to increase 'bad' cholesterol // likely to increase the kind of cholesterol which causes heart disease and stroke
[1] many calories // coconut consumption is likely to result in weight gain
[9-10] Excellent understanding of the task demonstrated in an impressive response: All content included is relevant, with no unnecessary details / repetitions. Fluent and coherent presentation of the points, including possible synthesising where appropriate, and a wide range of appropriate stylish linking devices.
[7-8] Good understanding of the task demonstrated in a skilful response: Almost all content included is relevant, with only occasional unnecessary detail / repetitions. Generally fluent and coherent presentation of the points, with appropriate linking devices.
[5-6] Acceptable understanding of the task demonstrated in a competent response: Some of the content included is relevant, with unnecessary details / additions. Satisfactory presentation of the points with limited fluency and coherence and occasional misuse of linking devices.
[3-4] Insecure understanding of the task demonstrated in a rather faltering response: Content included is of limited relevance, with frequent unnecessary details / repetitions. Presentation of the points breaks down, with little coherence and lacking linking devices.
[1-2] Very little understanding of the task demonstrated in an incoherent response: Content included is of little relevance, with noticeably unnecessary details / repetitions. Little attempt to present the points with no concept of linking devices.
[0] No understanding of the task demonstrated in: A totally irrelevant response. Insufficient material to reward.