Section (2010) EOY 4E/5N SS SOURCE-BASED QUESTIONS MARKING SCHEME Study Source A and Source B How different are

both sources? Explain your answer. Level of Response L1 L2 LEVEL DESCRIPTORS AND RUBRICS Similarity/ Difference in Source Type/ Provenance/ Topic Similarity and/or Difference in content, unsupported
Award 2 marks for answers that identify a similarity or difference, unsupported Award 3 marks for answers that identify a similarity and difference, unsupported

[6 marks] Marks Allocation 1m 2 3m

L3 L3

False Matching Similarity and/or Difference in content, supported

Award 3 marks for answers that identify a similarity or difference, supported Award 4 marks for answers that identify a similarity and difference, supported

3m 4 5m

E.g. Both sources are similar in stating that Singapore companies benefit from venturing abroad. This is clear from Source A which states how the owner of the Information Technology firm was able to venture into new areas that proved to be more successful such as the transnational business space located in Malaysia. Similarly source B states how Bread Talks business strategy has proven to be very successful E.g. Both sources are different in stating what they have gained from venturing abroad. Source A explains how the owner of the IT firm persevered and gained knowledge from their previous setback, using the experience to venture into other countries. This is clear from source A which states I viewed my failure as an asset more than a drawback and used my experience to direct business ventures into new areas that proved to be more successful such as the transnational business space located in Malaysia. However, source B states that they have learnt the importance of being innovative and catering to the needs of the local market in order to succeed as the source states that Kuwaitis have a sweet tooth. So, we created a range of mini pastries and packed them in a specially designed gift box. It has proven to be very successful. L4 Different in purpose, explained and supported E.g. Both sources are different in their purpose. Source A aims to encourage companies which have ventured abroad or intend to venture abroad that they should not give up even if they fail initially, but rather to persevere and they will eventually be successful. This is clear from source A which states My cooperation between Singaporean and mainland Chinese managers in Shanghai did not run smoothly but instead he participated in a new international joint venture in Kuala Lumpur which opened exciting new avenues to the European and American markets which proved to be more successful. On the other hand, Source B aims to influence external parties to support their overseas ventures which will contribute to their success as source B says we look for partners who are dedicated and have the drive and passion to build the business which indicates the important role that business partners will play in the success of the overseas expansion of the company. 6m

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Study Source C Can you believe what source C tells you about the benefits of venturing abroad? Explain your answer. [7 marks] Level of Response L1 L2 L3 L4 LEVEL DESCRIPTORS AND RUBRICS Answers based on provenance only Typicality, biasness explained Answers based on reluctance to generalise from this one account Answers based on source content Award 2 marks for answers based on content, unsupported Award 3 marks for answers based on content, supported L3 + cross-reference to other source(s)/ specific contextual knowledge Award 4 marks for answers which examine both sides, supported Award 5 marks for answers which examine both sides, supported, crossreferenced E.g. Yes, I can believe what source C tells me that venturing abroad is beneficial because Singapore is able to tap on benefits by expanding to other countries. This is clear from source C which states the importance of going regional because countries like China and India are prospering. This is supported when I make a cross-reference to source F which clearly illustrates how FTAs make it easier for companies to venture abroad and reap economic benefits because of improved relationships between countries. I know this because source F mentions how FTAs deepen economic partnerships and are paving the way for businesses to reap tangible benefits. E.g. No, I cannot believe what source C tells me about the benefits of venturing abroad because not all companies are successful as it often depends on chance and opportunities. This is clear from source C which states the difficulties of doing business where many have war stories and scars. This is supported by source E which demonstrates how countries are bound by various conditions and red tape when venturing abroad thus hindering their ability to reap maximum economic benefits. This is evident from the source where the leg labeled Singapore is tied down with sticky glue to US free trade condition. Yes or No: Evaluation of source content based on the provenance, reliability explained Award 7 marks for answers that examine BOTH sides, explained Marks Allocation 1m 2m 2 3m 4 5m

L5

67m

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Study Source D How useful is this source as evidence of the benefits of Free Trade Agreements? Explain your answer. [7 marks] Level of Response L1 L2 LEVEL DESCRIPTORS AND RUBRICS Answers based on provenance/copying from source content Typicality explained/ biasness explained OR Uncritical acceptance of source, unsupported Answers based on reluctance to eneralize from this one account Uncritical acceptance of source, supported Award 3 marks for answers that make an uncritical acceptance of the source Award 4 marks for answers that identify two aspects, supported E.g. Yes, Source D is useful as evidence of the benefits of free trade agreements as it provides more opportunities for companies to expand and venture abroad. This is clear from source D which states that bilateral trade and investment flows should be significantly enhanced. Furthermore, source D is also useful in telling us that free trade agreements will allow for easier flow of labour between countries thus easing business operations. I know this from source E which states the freer movement of business person between countries and how Singapore companies will have certainty when they choose to deploy Singapore staff to help manage their Chinese operations. L4 L3 + evaluation of source content based on cross-reference to other sources Award 5 marks for answer that identify one aspect, supported and cross referenced Award 6 marks for answers that identify limitations of the source, supported with cross-reference E.g Source D is supported by source F which states that free trade agreements improve diplomatic relations between countries and also helps countries to enjoy economic benefits. This is evident from source F which states how FTAs are essential in these times of economic difficulties, when interdependence, cooperation, and openness are increasingly crucial to our economies; and when paving the way for businesses to reap tangible benefits is vital. L5 L4 + Answers that examine provenance in context E.g. However, source D is limited usefulness in telling us about the benefits of free trade agreements because it fails to mention that companies will be bound by red tape and bureaucracy as clearly shown in source E where the foot is stuck to US free trade condition which prevent it from moving forward. L6 Answers that examine what the source unconsciously reveals 7m 6m 5 m Marks Allocation 1m 2m

L3

3 4m

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Study Source E What is the message of the source? Explain your answer. Level of Response L1 L2 LEVEL DESCRIPTORS AND RUBRICS Identifies the sub-message, unsupported Identifies the sub-message, supported Award 2 marks for answers that identify the sub-message Award 3 marks for answers that identify the sub-message explained

[5 marks] Marks Allocation 1m 23m

E.g. The author wants to show that free trade agreements dont benefit other countries besides Singapore.This is clear from source C which shows a lady also struggling as her leg is sticking to the ground. E.g. The author wants to show that free trade agreements is a sticky issue and hinders progress. This is clear from source E which shows how the leg labeled Singapore is sticking to the ground because of US free trade condition. L3 Inference of purpose and intended impact of message on audience The author has possibly had a personal negative encounter with being hindered by conditions bound to free trade agreement as he ventured abroad and thus presents a cynical view of the matter. L4 Interpretations that detect the irony of the cartoon 5m 4m

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