According to paragraph 1, what does the writer imply by the phrase "the twilight of ink"?
- A.The transition from evening to morning newspapers.
- B.The decline of traditional printed journalism.
- C.The lack of high-quality printing materials.
- D.The rise of independent digital artists.
Worked solution
Correct answer is B. "Twilight" metaphorically represents the final stage or decline of something, and "ink" represents traditional printed newspapers and magazines. Therefore, the phrase refers to the decline of traditional printed journalism.
Marking scheme
Award 1 mark for option B. Award 0 marks for other options.
In paragraph 2, the author describes generative AI tools as a "double-edged sword" because...
- A.they are highly expensive to implement but easy to learn.
- B.they can streamline content creation but may compromise journalistic integrity.
- C.they are designed by computer scientists but used exclusively by writers.
- D.they increase web traffic while decreasing online security.
Worked solution
Correct answer is B. A "double-edged sword" has both advantages and disadvantages. Streamlining content creation is a benefit, while compromising journalistic integrity is a significant risk.
Marking scheme
Award 1 mark for option B. Award 0 marks for other options.
According to paragraph 3, what is the main challenge faced by modern freelance journalists?
- A.The lack of proper writing software on the market.
- B.Financial instability due to the erratic nature of the "gig economy".
- C.The inability to travel abroad for international reporting.
- D.Strict censorship from state-owned broadcasting networks.
Worked solution
Correct answer is B. The text highlights that freelance journalists operate within the "gig economy," which offers unstable work and leads directly to financial instability.
Marking scheme
Award 1 mark for option B. Award 0 marks for other options.
What is the writer’s attitude towards the commercialization of sports broadcasting in paragraph 4?
- A.Enthusiastic
- B.Critical
- C.Indifferent
- D.Objective
Worked solution
Correct answer is B. The writer uses disapproving language such as "excessive monetization" and "alienating local fans," indicating a critical or negative attitude.
Marking scheme
Award 1 mark for option B. Award 0 marks for other options.
In paragraph 5, the phrase "turning a blind eye to the cage" suggests that documentary makers are...
- A.ignoring the ethical issues of animal captivity for entertainment.
- B.filming animals in their natural habitats without using cages.
- C.unaware of the legal regulations regarding wildlife filming.
- D.actively protesting against the mistreatment of endangered species.
Worked solution
Correct answer is A. "Turning a blind eye" is an idiom meaning to ignore. "The cage" represents confinement. Thus, it means ignoring ethical issues surrounding confined animals.
Marking scheme
Award 1 mark for option A. Award 0 marks for other options.
Which of the following is NOT mentioned in paragraph 6 as a step towards achieving gender equality in sports media?
- A.Establishing mentorship programmes for female sports writers.
- B.Ensuring equal pay for male and female journalists.
- C.Decreasing the coverage of men's professional leagues.
- D.Increasing the visibility of female commentators during peak hours.
Worked solution
Correct answer is C. The paragraph suggests positive actions like mentorship, equal pay, and increased visibility for women, but it does not suggest reducing the coverage of men's sports.
Marking scheme
Award 1 mark for option C. Award 0 marks for other options.
Based on paragraph 7, what is the key difference between traditional sports and esports according to the author?
- A.Traditional sports do not require strategic thinking.
- B.Esports rely heavily on virtual environments rather than physical arenas.
- C.Traditional sports are completely free of corporate sponsorship.
- D.Esports are only watched by younger demographics.
Worked solution
Correct answer is B. The passage distinguishes esports by highlighting their reliance on virtual platforms, contrasted with traditional sports played on physical fields or courts.
Marking scheme
Award 1 mark for option B. Award 0 marks for other options.
Question 8 · Explanation
1.5 marksAccording to Paragraph 2, what does the author mean when they describe modern sports as a "double-edged sword" for youth development? Explain with reference to two opposing effects mentioned in the text.
Answer
The author means that modern sports have both beneficial and harmful effects on youth. Specifically, they can foster discipline and teamwork, but can also cause immense pressure and mental burnout. / 作者意指現代體育對青少年既有利也有弊。具體而言,體育運動能培養紀律和團隊合作精神,但同時也可能帶來巨大的壓力和精神崩潰。
Worked solution
The candidate needs to explain the metaphorical meaning of 'double-edged sword' (having both positive and negative impacts) and provide the two contrasting effects from the text: (1) Positive: Fostering discipline and teamwork; (2) Negative: Causing pressure and mental burnout.
Marking scheme
Award 0.5 marks for explaining the dual nature (positive and negative effects). Award 0.5 marks for the positive effect (fostering discipline/teamwork). Award 0.5 marks for the negative effect (causing pressure/burnout). Total: 1.5 marks. Reject answers that only mention one side of the sword.
Question 9 · Short Answer
1.5 marksIn Paragraph 3, the author states that "the traditional locker room culture is undergoing a seismic shift." Identify three factors contributing to this change.
Answer
(1) Increased focus on mental health awareness, (2) Greater diversity and inclusivity among team members, (3) The rise of social media which holds athletes accountable. / (1) 對心理健康關注度的提高;(2) 團隊成員之間更大的多元化與包容性;(3) 社交媒體的興起讓運動員受到更嚴格的監督與問責。
Worked solution
Identify three separate factors from Paragraph 3 that drive the cultural shift in sports. Award 0.5 marks for each correctly identified factor, up to a maximum of 1.5 marks.
Marking scheme
Award 0.5 marks for each correct point: (i) mental health awareness, (ii) diversity/inclusivity, (iii) social media accountability. Do not award marks for general sports trends not mentioned in Paragraph 3.
Question 10 · Reference
1.5 marksIn Paragraph 5, line 12, what does the phrase "this paradigm shift" refer to? Explain by identifying the old career model and the new career model.
Answer
It refers to the transition from the traditional lifelong employment model with a single employer to a portfolio career model consisting of multiple freelance gigs and flexible roles. / 它指的是從傳統的單一僱主終身僱用模式,轉變為由多個自由職業和彈性職位組成的「組合式職業」模式。
Worked solution
To gain full marks (1.5 marks), candidates must clearly identify: (1) the concept of a shift/transition (0.5 marks), (2) the old model of single-employer/lifelong career (0.5 marks), and (3) the new model of portfolio/freelance career (0.5 marks).
Marking scheme
Award 0.5 marks for mentioning transition. Award 0.5 marks for identifying the old model (lifelong/single employer). Award 0.5 marks for identifying the new model (portfolio/freelance). No half marks for incomplete descriptions of either model.
Question 11 · Explanation
1.5 marksAccording to Paragraph 6, why are modern graduates finding it increasingly difficult to "secure a foothold" in the creative industries? State two reasons.
Answer
(1) Entry-level roles often require unpaid internships, creating a financial barrier, and (2) The democratization of digital publishing tools has caused an oversaturation of entry-level candidates. / (1) 入門級職位通常要求無薪實習,從而製造了財務障礙;(2) 數碼出版工具的普及化導致入門級求職者過度飽和。
Worked solution
Candidates must state the two distinct barriers mentioned in Paragraph 6. The first is financial (unpaid internships), and the second is competitive (oversaturation of candidates due to digital tools).
Marking scheme
Award 0.75 marks for each reason. Reason 1: financial barrier / unpaid internships. Reason 2: oversaturation of competitors due to digital tools. Maximum 1.5 marks. Do not accept general reasons like "lack of skills" unless supported by the text.
Question 12 · Explanation
1.5 marksIn Paragraph 8, the author uses the expression "sensationalism is the oxygen of digital journalism." Explain what the author means by this expression.
Answer
The author means that digital journalism relies completely on exaggerated and shocking headlines (sensationalism) to attract clicks and views, which generates the advertising revenue needed for these publications to survive. / 作者的意思是,數碼新聞完全依賴誇大和令人震驚的標題(煽情主義)來吸引點擊和觀看次數,從而產生這些出版物生存所需的廣告收入。
Worked solution
Explain the metaphor 'oxygen' as something essential for survival/sustenance, 'sensationalism' as exaggerated reporting, and connect them to the survival mechanism of digital media (clicks and ad revenue).
Marking scheme
Award 0.5 marks for identifying 'oxygen' as survival/sustenance. Award 0.5 marks for defining sensationalism (exaggerated/shocking content). Award 0.5 marks for linking it to traffic/revenue generation. Total: 1.5 marks.
Question 13 · Short Answer
1.5 marksBased on Paragraph 9, what are the three criteria that professional fact-checkers use to verify the credibility of online news articles?
Answer
(1) Cross-referencing claims with multiple independent sources, (2) Examining the credentials and past reliability of the author, (3) Analyzing the metadata of supporting images or videos to detect manipulation. / (1) 與多個獨立來源交叉比對其說法;(2) 審查作者的資歷及過往的可信度;(3) 分析佐證圖片或影片的元數據(metadata)以偵測是否存在篡改。
Worked solution
Extract the three criteria mentioned in Paragraph 9. Award 0.5 marks for each distinct and correct criterion.
Marking scheme
Award 0.5 marks for each criterion: (i) cross-referencing sources, (ii) checking author credentials/past reliability, (iii) analyzing image/video metadata. Total: 1.5 marks.
Question 14 · Explanation
1.5 marksIn Paragraph 11, the author writes: "AI is not just a tool; it is a collaborative partner." Explain how the writer supports this statement by describing the relationship between human designers and generative algorithms.
Answer
The writer supports this by explaining that generative algorithms offer novel, unexpected design alternatives, while human designers provide artistic curation and emotional intelligence to refine these options, creating an interactive, back-and-forth creative relationship. / 作者解釋,生成式算法能夠提供新穎且意想不到的設計替代方案,而人類設計師則提供藝術策劃和情感智能來提煉這些選擇,從而建立起一種互動且來回協作的創意關係。
Worked solution
Candidates must show how the interaction is collaborative: (1) AI's role in generating options (0.5 marks), (2) Human's role in curating/refining with emotional intelligence (0.5 marks), and (3) the interactive/symbiotic nature of this process (0.5 marks).
Marking scheme
Award 0.5 marks for explaining the AI's contribution (novel design generation). Award 0.5 marks for explaining the human designer's contribution (curation/emotional refinement). Award 0.5 marks for explaining the back-and-forth/symbiotic relationship. Max: 1.5 marks.
Question 15 · Explanation
1.5 marksAccording to Paragraph 13, how does the implementation of "acoustic monitoring systems" help conservationists protect endangered marine mammals from maritime traffic? Explain.
Answer
The systems detect the underwater sounds of marine mammals in real-time, instantly transmitting location alerts to nearby shipping vessels, which then slow down or alter their route to prevent fatal collisions. / 該系統能實時偵測海洋哺乳動物的動態水下聲音,並立即將位置警報發送給附近的航行船隻,使船隻減速或改變航線,從而避免致命碰撞。
Worked solution
Explain the workflow of the acoustic monitoring system: (1) Detection of underwater vocalizations/sounds (0.5 marks), (2) Transmission of real-time location alerts to ships (0.5 marks), and (3) Actions taken by ships (slowing down/rerouting) to prevent collision (0.5 marks).
Marking scheme
Award 0.5 marks for each step: (i) acoustic detection of mammals, (ii) real-time alerts to ships, (iii) vessel speed reduction/rerouting. Total: 1.5 marks.
Question 16 · Explanation
1.5 marksIn Paragraph 15, the writer mentions "co-opetition" among youth-led start-ups. Based on the text, explain how this concept balances two seemingly contradictory behaviors.
Answer
"Co-opetition" balances cooperation and competition by having start-ups collaborate on industry-wide challenges (such as lobbying or shared infrastructure) while simultaneously competing against each other for individual market share and investment funding. / 「競合」通過讓初創企業在行業共性挑戰(如游說或共享基礎設施)上進行合作,同時又在個體市場份額和投資資金上相互競爭,從而平衡了合作與競爭。
Worked solution
Explain the balance between: (1) Collaboration/Cooperation: working together on mutual challenges/infrastructure (0.5 marks); (2) Competition: vying for market share/funding (0.5 marks); and (3) how they coexist (the term 'co-opetition' combines coop- and -etition) (0.5 marks).
Marking scheme
Award 0.5 marks for explaining the cooperative aspect. Award 0.5 marks for explaining the competitive aspect. Award 0.5 marks for explaining how they are balanced simultaneously. Total: 1.5 marks.
Question 17 · Flow Chart Gap-fill
1 marksRefer to Text 1 below and complete Step 1 of the flow chart by choosing ONE word from the passage.
**Text 1 (Excerpt)**
When an injured or orphaned hornbill is first reported by locals, the rescue team immediately dispatches a veterinary unit to the site. Upon arrival, the primary goal is the safe capture and transport of the bird to our specialist sanctuary. Once admitted, the avian veterinarians conduct a comprehensive evaluation to diagnose any physical injuries or malnutrition. Following this thorough assessment, the hornbill is placed in an isolation ward where it undergoes tailored medical treatment and dietary recuperation. As the bird regains its physical strength, it is moved to a large flight aviary designed to facilitate intensive flight training and re-wilding exercises. Ultimately, once the hornbill passes all survival competency tests, it is returned to its natural habitat in a supervised release program.
**Steps in the Hornbill Rehabilitation Process**
Step 1: Initial report and (1) [gap] of the bird from the site.
Worked solution
According to the text, 'the primary goal is the safe capture and transport of the bird'. Therefore, the noun 'capture' fits the context of retrieving the bird from the site.
Marking scheme
Award 1 mark for the correct word 'capture'. Reject 'capturing' (not matching the exact noun form required by 'initial report and...') or other words not found in the passage. Accept spelling with correct capitalization (e.g., 'Capture').
Question 18 · Flow Chart Gap-fill
1 marksRefer to Text 1 below and complete Step 2 of the flow chart by choosing ONE word from the passage.
**Text 1 (Excerpt)**
When an injured or orphaned hornbill is first reported by locals, the rescue team immediately dispatches a veterinary unit to the site. Upon arrival, the primary goal is the safe capture and transport of the bird to our specialist sanctuary. Once admitted, the avian veterinarians conduct a comprehensive evaluation to diagnose any physical injuries or malnutrition. Following this thorough assessment, the hornbill is placed in an isolation ward where it undergoes tailored medical treatment and dietary recuperation. As the bird regains its physical strength, it is moved to a large flight aviary designed to facilitate intensive flight training and re-wilding exercises. Ultimately, once the hornbill passes all survival competency tests, it is returned to its natural habitat in a supervised release program.
**Steps in the Hornbill Rehabilitation Process**
Step 2: Conducting a detailed physical (2) [gap] by avian veterinarians.
Worked solution
The text states that 'avian veterinarians conduct a comprehensive evaluation to diagnose...'. The noun 'evaluation' corresponds directly to the gap describing a 'detailed physical evaluation'.
Marking scheme
Award 1 mark for the correct word 'evaluation' or 'assessment' (since 'assessment' is also mentioned in 'Following this thorough assessment...'). Reject any words not found in the text.
Question 19 · Flow Chart Gap-fill
1 marksRefer to Text 1 below and complete Step 3 of the flow chart by choosing ONE word from the passage.
**Text 1 (Excerpt)**
When an injured or orphaned hornbill is first reported by locals, the rescue team immediately dispatches a veterinary unit to the site. Upon arrival, the primary goal is the safe capture and transport of the bird to our specialist sanctuary. Once admitted, the avian veterinarians conduct a comprehensive evaluation to diagnose any physical injuries or malnutrition. Following this thorough assessment, the hornbill is placed in an isolation ward where it undergoes tailored medical treatment and dietary recuperation. As the bird regains its physical strength, it is moved to a large flight aviary designed to facilitate intensive flight training and re-wilding exercises. Ultimately, once the hornbill passes all survival competency tests, it is returned to its natural habitat in a supervised release program.
**Steps in the Hornbill Rehabilitation Process**
Step 3: Providing tailored medical treatment in an (3) [gap] ward.
Worked solution
The text states: 'the hornbill is placed in an isolation ward where it undergoes...'. The word 'isolation' functions as a noun adjunct modifying 'ward' to describe the type of ward.
Marking scheme
Award 1 mark for 'isolation'. Reject 'medical' or 'veterinary' as they do not match the specific word used in the passage to describe the ward ('isolation ward'). Spelling must be exact.
Question 20 · Flow Chart Gap-fill
1 marksRefer to Text 1 below and complete Step 4 of the flow chart by choosing ONE word from the passage.
**Text 1 (Excerpt)**
When an injured or orphaned hornbill is first reported by locals, the rescue team immediately dispatches a veterinary unit to the site. Upon arrival, the primary goal is the safe capture and transport of the bird to our specialist sanctuary. Once admitted, the avian veterinarians conduct a comprehensive evaluation to diagnose any physical injuries or malnutrition. Following this thorough assessment, the hornbill is placed in an isolation ward where it undergoes tailored medical treatment and dietary recuperation. As the bird regains its physical strength, it is moved to a large flight aviary designed to facilitate intensive flight training and re-wilding exercises. Ultimately, once the hornbill passes all survival competency tests, it is returned to its natural habitat in a supervised release program.
**Steps in the Hornbill Rehabilitation Process**
Step 4: Undergoing flight (4) [gap] in a specialized aviary to rebuild strength.
Worked solution
The text states that the aviary is 'designed to facilitate intensive flight training'. Therefore, the noun 'training' correctly fits the collocation 'flight training' in the gap.
Marking scheme
Award 1 mark for 'training'. Reject 'exercises' as 'flight exercises' is not the exact direct collocation used in the text (which mentions 'flight training and re-wilding exercises').
Question 21 · Flow Chart Gap-fill
1 marksRefer to Text 1 below and complete Step 5 of the flow chart by choosing ONE word from the passage.
**Text 1 (Excerpt)**
When an injured or orphaned hornbill is first reported by locals, the rescue team immediately dispatches a veterinary unit to the site. Upon arrival, the primary goal is the safe capture and transport of the bird to our specialist sanctuary. Once admitted, the avian veterinarians conduct a comprehensive evaluation to diagnose any physical injuries or malnutrition. Following this thorough assessment, the hornbill is placed in an isolation ward where it undergoes tailored medical treatment and dietary recuperation. As the bird regains its physical strength, it is moved to a large flight aviary designed to facilitate intensive flight training and re-wilding exercises. Ultimately, once the hornbill passes all survival competency tests, it is returned to its natural habitat in a supervised release program.
**Steps in the Hornbill Rehabilitation Process**
Step 5: Graduating from survival tests before its final (5) [gap] back into the wild.
Worked solution
The text states that 'it is returned to its natural habitat in a supervised release program.' The noun 'release' fits the possessive context 'its final release back into the wild'.
Marking scheme
Award 1 mark for the correct noun 'release'. Reject verbs like 'released' or 'returned' as they do not fit the grammatical structure of the gap ('its final [noun]').
Question 22 · T/F/NG Matrix
1 marksRead the following text and decide whether the statement is True (T), False (F), or Not Given (NG) based on Paragraph 3.
**Paragraph 3:**
"In 2023, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) inaugurated the Olympic Esports Week in Singapore, marking a significant milestone in bridging virtual sports with traditional athletics. The initiative was designed specifically to engage younger demographics who are increasingly turning away from traditional broadcast television. While some traditionalists remain skeptical, several international sports federations have eagerly collaborated with video game developers to create virtual iterations of sailing, cycling, and taekwondo. However, the road to full Olympic inclusion remains fraught. Critics point out that the typical career of a professional competitive gamer is notoriously short, with many retiring by their mid-twenties, though whether this is due to burnout or cognitive decline remains a subject of intense debate."
**Statement:** The main objective of launching the Olympic Esports Week was to capture the interest of younger generations.
Worked solution
The text states: 'The initiative was designed specifically to engage younger demographics...'. 'Engage younger demographics' matches 'capture the interest of younger generations', and 'specifically' indicates it was a primary objective. Therefore, the statement is True.
Marking scheme
Award 1 mark for 'T' or 'True'. Award 0 marks for 'F', 'False', 'NG', 'Not Given', or blank.
Question 23 · T/F/NG Matrix
1 marksRead the following text and decide whether the statement is True (T), False (F), or Not Given (NG) based on Paragraph 3.
**Paragraph 3:**
"In 2023, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) inaugurated the Olympic Esports Week in Singapore, marking a significant milestone in bridging virtual sports with traditional athletics. The initiative was designed specifically to engage younger demographics who are increasingly turning away from traditional broadcast television. While some traditionalists remain skeptical, several international sports federations have eagerly collaborated with video game developers to create virtual iterations of sailing, cycling, and taekwondo. However, the road to full Olympic inclusion remains fraught. Critics point out that the typical career of a professional competitive gamer is notoriously short, with many retiring by their mid-twenties, though whether this is due to burnout or cognitive decline remains a subject of intense debate."
**Statement:** All international sports federations have boycotted partnerships with gaming developers.
Worked solution
The text states: '...several international sports federations have eagerly collaborated with video game developers...'. This directly contradicts the assertion that 'all' federations have 'boycotted' (refused) partnerships. Therefore, the statement is False.
Marking scheme
Award 1 mark for 'F' or 'False'. Award 0 marks for 'T', 'True', 'NG', 'Not Given', or blank.
Question 24 · T/F/NG Matrix
1 marksRead the following text and decide whether the statement is True (T), False (F), or Not Given (NG) based on Paragraph 3.
**Paragraph 3:**
"In 2023, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) inaugurated the Olympic Esports Week in Singapore, marking a significant milestone in bridging virtual sports with traditional athletics. The initiative was designed specifically to engage younger demographics who are increasingly turning away from traditional broadcast television. While some traditionalists remain skeptical, several international sports federations have eagerly collaborated with video game developers to create virtual iterations of sailing, cycling, and taekwondo. However, the road to full Olympic inclusion remains fraught. Critics point out that the typical career of a professional competitive gamer is notoriously short, with many retiring by their mid-twenties, though whether this is due to burnout or cognitive decline remains a subject of intense debate."
**Statement:** Most professional gamers who retire in their mid-twenties transition into coaching roles.
Worked solution
The text mentions that many competitive gamers retire by their mid-twenties, but it does not provide any information about what they do after retirement (such as transitioning into coaching roles). Therefore, the statement is Not Given.
Marking scheme
Award 1 mark for 'NG' or 'Not Given'. Award 0 marks for 'T', 'True', 'F', 'False', or blank.
Question 25 · T/F/NG Matrix
1 marksRead the following text and decide whether the statement is True (T), False (F), or Not Given (NG) based on Paragraph 3.
**Paragraph 3:**
"In 2023, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) inaugurated the Olympic Esports Week in Singapore, marking a significant milestone in bridging virtual sports with traditional athletics. The initiative was designed specifically to engage younger demographics who are increasingly turning away from traditional broadcast television. While some traditionalists remain skeptical, several international sports federations have eagerly collaborated with video game developers to create virtual iterations of sailing, cycling, and taekwondo. However, the road to full Olympic inclusion remains fraught. Critics point out that the typical career of a professional competitive gamer is notoriously short, with many retiring by their mid-twenties, though whether this is due to burnout or cognitive decline remains a subject of intense debate."
**Statement:** Switzerland hosted the first Olympic Esports Week.
Worked solution
The text states that the IOC 'inaugurated the Olympic Esports Week in Singapore'. Since it was held in Singapore and not Switzerland, the statement is False.
Marking scheme
Award 1 mark for 'F' or 'False'. Award 0 marks for 'T', 'True', 'NG', 'Not Given', or blank.
Question 26 · Paragraph Matching
1 marksBased on Text 1, which paragraph discusses the unexpected career paths within the e-sports ecosystem that do not involve playing games professionally?
Worked solution
Paragraph 2 details the diverse professional roles supporting the industry, such as specialized coaches, data analysts, event managers, and legal advisors, showing that the career ecosystem extends far beyond active gaming competitors.
Marking scheme
Award 1 mark for identifying 'Paragraph 2' or '2'. Reject other paragraph numbers.
Question 27 · Paragraph Matching
1 marksBased on Text 1, which paragraph highlights how traditional academic and athletic institutions are validating competitive gaming?
Worked solution
Paragraph 4 describes how prestigious universities now offer e-sports scholarships and degrees, while traditional professional sports leagues have established their own digital divisions, representing institutional validation.
Marking scheme
Award 1 mark for identifying 'Paragraph 4' or '4'. Reject other paragraph numbers.
Question 28 · Paragraph Matching
1 marksBased on Text 1, which paragraph addresses the ecological footprint and physical well-being issues associated with the industry?
Worked solution
Paragraph 5 highlights the carbon emissions of massive gaming servers (ecological footprint) alongside concerns about players' repetitive strain injuries and sedentary lifestyle impacts (physical well-being).
Marking scheme
Award 1 mark for identifying 'Paragraph 5' or '5'. Reject other paragraph numbers.
Question 29 · Paragraph Matching
1 marksBased on Text 1, which paragraph details the rigorous, highly structured daily routines that elite competitive gamers undergo?
Worked solution
Paragraph 3 dispels common myths by illustrating the exhausting training regimes of professional players, which include scheduled reflex drills, physical fitness sessions, and psychological coaching.
Marking scheme
Award 1 mark for identifying 'Paragraph 3' or '3'. Reject other paragraph numbers.
Question 30 · Paragraph Matching
1 marksBased on Text 1, which paragraph outlines the transition of competitive gaming from a minor subculture to a massive global economic force?
Worked solution
Paragraph 1 traces the growth of e-sports from small, local arcade tournaments to international spectacles filling major sports stadiums and generating billions in annual revenue.
Marking scheme
Award 1 mark for identifying 'Paragraph 1' or '1'. Reject other paragraph numbers.
Question 31 · Paragraph Matching
1 marksBased on Text 1, which paragraph looks ahead to emerging technologies and prestigious international accolades that may define the next era of gaming?
Worked solution
Paragraph 6 looks at the future outlook, discussing Virtual Reality (VR) integrations, cloud gaming platforms, and current conversations surrounding the inclusion of e-sports in the Olympic Games.
Marking scheme
Award 1 mark for identifying 'Paragraph 6' or '6'. Reject other paragraph numbers.