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Comprehension and the Application Question
Quick questions on The Application Question explained: H1 General Paper
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What are vague global generalities?Show answer
"In many countries" commentary could be written without reading the passage or knowing any society. Ground every point in concrete Singapore.
What are a verdict without reasons?Show answer
Stating that you agree or disagree earns little; the marks are for the justified reasoning behind the judgement.
What is inaccurate local detail?Show answer
A wrong claim about Singapore undermines the answer. Use specific, accurate features you can stand behind.
What is q1?Show answer
Explain why summarising the passage scores poorly on the Application Question. [2 marks]
What is q2?Show answer
Identify one concrete feature of Singapore you could use to discuss a claim about social cohesion. [2 marks]
What is q3?Show answer
Explain why a nuanced, part-agreement stand often scores well on the Application Question. [3 marks]
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