O-LevelEnglish LanguageReading for Ideas1123/22 · Oct/Nov 2019 · Q122 Marks

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

(a)Notes Identify and write down the information in the passage which describes the importance of honey in former times, and the possible benefits of honey in modern times. 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 The importance of honey in former times • sweetening ingredient in (many) dishes (in Greek / Egyptian / Roman cuisine) The possible benefits of honey in modern times • (it may) improve our bodies' immunity to many illnesses[12]
(b)Summary Now use your notes from 1(a) to write a summary of the importance of honey in former times, and the possible benefits of honey in modern times, 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: In former times, honey was sometimes used to sweeten dishes[10]

Mark scheme

Marking points from the official mark scheme (Oct/Nov 2019). The mark or mark type is shown in brackets.

[1] Given point: sweetening ingredient in (many) dishes (in Greek / Egyptian / Roman cuisine)
[1] (features in) mythology / folklore / legend (of many civilisations)
[1] the texts / books / writings of (many world) religion(s) / faith(s) / belief(s) contain references (to honey / it) // (honey / it is) in the texts / books / writings of (many world) religion(s) / faith(s) / belief(s)
[1] (used for) medicinal / medical / therapeutic purposes (by the Egyptians, Chinese, Greeks and Romans) Allow the lift of lines 10-11 'In ancient times ... intestine.'
[1] (given as) a valuable/ precious / prized / special gift Allow the lift of line 12 'It was seen ... (precious) gift.'
[1] (used as) an embalming / preserving agent // (used for) embalming Allow the inclusion of lines 16–17 ('used there') '5000 years ago...'
[1] (placed) in tombs as food for the afterlife / the dead Allow the lift of lines 18-20 'there was an established ... afterlife.'
[1] (had a) symbolic value // (used as a) symbol // (used) in ritual(s)
[1] Given point: (it may) improve our bodies' immunity to many illnesses
[1] (might be) beneficial / helpful / useful for (people / patients) recovering from illness // (might) speed up the healing process after surgery
[1] (mixed with lemon is a reliable) cure / treatment for coughs / colds / sore throats // the WHO recommends it (as treatment) for coughs / colds / sore throats
[1] source of (many) vitamins and minerals (the most common ones being Vitamin C, calcium and iron)
[1] improves / enhances athletic performance / ability Allow in / for athletic performance / ability Allow lift of lines 37-39 'Because ... performance.'
[1] (mixed with milk, honey helps to) create(s) smooth / soft skin
[1] (triggers) changes in the body which ensure we won't crave sugar / (other) sweet foods // weight loss programme based on honey // helps / used in a weight loss programme
[1] (can be) part of our normal / regular / everyday diet
[10] Excellent understanding of the task demonstrated in an impressive response: All content included is relevant, with no unnecessary details/repetitions
[10] Excellent understanding of the task demonstrated in an impressive response: Fluent and coherent presentation of the points, including possible synthesising where appropriate, and a wide range of appropriate stylish linking devices