Beacon Mock 2020 Paper 3 Marking

DSE Kenneth Lau
ENG LANG
PAPER 3
PART A
A
COMPULSORY
Please stick the barcode label here.
BEACON COLLEGE
KENNETH LAU
HONG KONG DIPLOMA OF SECONDARY EDUCATION EXAMINATION
ENGLISH LANGUAGE PAPER 3 Candidate Number
PART A
Question-Answer Book
Agriculture
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
(1) There are two parts (A and B) in this paper. All candidates Marking Scheme
should attempt ALL tasks in Part A. In Part B, you should
attempt either Part B1 (easier section) OR Part B2 (more
difficult section). Candidates attempting Parts A and B2
will be able to attain the full range of levels, while Level 4 will
be the highest level attainable for candidates attempting
Parts A and B1.
(2) Write your Candidate Number and stick barcode labels in
the spaces provided on the appropriate pages of Part A
Question-Answer Book and both Part B Question-Answer
Books.
(3) Write your answers clearly and neatly in the spaces
provided in the Question-Answer Books. Answers written
in the margins will not be marked. You are advised to use
a pencil for Part A.
(4) All listening materials will be played ONCE only.
(5) Supplementary answer sheets will be supplied on request.

Write you Candidate Number, mark the question number
box and stick a barcode label on each sheet and fasten
them with string INSIDE the Question-Answer Book.
(6) The rough-work sheets provided are for you to take notes.
They will be collected separately and will not be marked.
(7) No extra time will be given to candidates for sticking on the

barcode labels or filling in the question number boxes after
the ‘Time is up’ announcement.
(8) The two Question-Answer Books attempted by candidates

(one for Part A and one for Part B) will be collected together
at the end of the examination. Fasten the two
Question-Answer Books together with the green tag
provided.
(9) The other unused Question-Answer Book for Part B will be

collected separately at the end of the examination. This
will not be marked. Do not write your answers in it.
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Task 1 (14 marks)
Becky is meeting with Mr Lam, a geography teacher at the school, and Tracy, another member of the Gardening Club,
about starting a seed library. Listen to the discussion and write the information in the spaces below. The first two
have been provided as examples. You now have 30 seconds to study the task. At the end of the task, you will have
one minute to tidy up your answers.
Materials you need to start a seed library
Item Function
glass jars (example) to hold the seeds (example)
(1) envelopes (2) to pack the seeds
(3) pen (4) to label what people take
Answers written in the margins will not be marked.

(5) folder (6) to provide information
Where to get the seeds
⚫ (7) Earth Awareness
Borrowing procedures
⚫ Step 1: Write down what you are taking and the (8) amount .
⚫ Step 2: (9) plant the seeds.
⚫ Step 3: (10) Collect the new generation
of seeds and return them.
Why are seed libraries important?
⚫ They ensure (11) food security .
Seriousness of seed extinction
⚫ Around (12) 93% / percent / per cent of our seed varieties have gone extinct.
⚫ Example 1: (13) wild coffee beans
⚫ Example 2: (14) apples
END OF TASK 1
Task 2 (13 marks)
The school journalist Janice is interviewing the principal and Becky about the Gardening Club. Listen to their
conversation and fill in the blanks below. You now have 30 seconds to look at the task. At the end of the task, you
will have one minute to tidy up your answers.
Gardening Club
Aims
⚫ (15) to learn where (our) food comes from
⚫ (16) to provide fresh food for the school (cafeteria)
⚫ (17) to provide a therapeutic space (for students)
Benefits of school gardens
⚫ (18) connecting students with nature
⚫ (19) watching greenery plants can relieve stress // relieving stress

⚫ (20) farming helps students to develop a sense of achievement (when the crops are
harvested) // developing a sense of achievement
Place
⚫ A (21) sunny spot
⚫ Near the playground, with (22) fencing to avoid stray balls
What to plant
Item Reason
potatoes (example) (23) grow quickly
_______________________________________________
(24) salad leaves (25) easy to grow // (very) suitable for beginners
_______________________________________________
(26) pizza ingredients (27) invited a chef to teach students to make pizzas
_______________________________________________
END OF TASK 2
Task 3 (11 marks)
The school radio host Sammy is interviewing Becky. Listen to their conversation and complete the missing information
in the spaces below. You now have 30 seconds to study the task. At the end of the task, you will have two minutes to
tidy up your answers.
Composting
What is compost?
(28) decaying plant material that is added to soil
Why should we make compost?
(29) to turn waste into valuable stuff
Location
In each of the following diagrams, use an X to indicate the most suitable location for the compost
bin.

(30)
grass grass tree tree tree
tree
grass
END OF TASK 3

(31)

Compost bin
Recommended or not?
(32) Yes / No (circle the correct answer)
Reasons:
(33) You can take it down / take it to any part
of the garden.
(34) don’t cost you an arm and a leg
________________________________________
Recommended or not?
(35) Yes / No (circle the correct answer)
Reason:
(36) don’t look good
________________________________________

Decide whether the following are greens or browns. Write the letters in the spaces provided.
All letters must be used. Each letter can be used once only.
A B
.
C D

E F
Greens: (37) A , B and F
Browns: (38) C , D and E

END OF TASK 3
Task 4 (13 marks)
Becky is interviewing Mr Lam, her geography teacher, for a club magazine article about urban agriculture. Listen to
the interview and complete the answers below. Please note that you do not need to answer in complete sentences.
You now have 30 seconds to study the task. At the end of the task, you will have three minutes to tidy up your answers.
Urban Agriculture: An Overview
What are the three main benefits of cities growing their own food?
(39) (having your own local food) makes you healthier
(40) greatly reduces greenhouse gas emissions
(41) (ensures) efficient distribution of food
How popular is urban agriculture in the United States?

(42) It has grown by more than 30% in the United States in the past 30 years.
How promising is urban agriculture?
(43) (It is estimated that) urban agriculture can meet up to 20% of global food demand.
What is one successful example of urban agriculture in history?
(44) victory gardens
.
.
What is the greatest barrier to urban agriculture?
(45) access to land
Case Study: Cuba
Who provides land for farmers?
(46) the government
Where do farmers donate their harvest?
(47) social service organisations (such as schools, hospitals, and community centres)

Community Supported Agriculture Programmes
What is the purpose of a CSA?
(48) to help farmers directly market their produce to the public
______________________________________________________________________________
How does a CSA work?
(49) Community members buy shares from a farm in exchange for food.
What gave rise to the idea of a CSA?


(50) the excessive use of pesticides in modern agriculture
Which two countries have adopted CSAs?
(51) - Japan - North America - any countries in North America (e.g. the United States)
(any two of the above are acceptable)

.
END OF TASK 4
End of Part A
Now go to Part B
Part B1 (easy section)
Task 5 (16 marks)
Task Completion = 14 marks
Note to markers:
1. Candidates must place the information in the correct section to be awarded a point.
2. Items 5.2c, 5.2d and 5.2e can come in any order.
DF page
Background information reference
5.1a founded in 2012 as an online store 5
5.1b opened first brick and mortar shop in 2015 5
5.1c 44 outlets 5
5.1d 5 organic farms 5
5.1e mission statement: to deliver high quality local, organic food to community at a low price 5
Products
5.2a types of business: wholesaling and retailing 3*
5.2b fruit and vegetables 5/6
5.2c beverages: honey / milk / tea 5/6
5.2d frozen food: beef / pork / poultry 5/6
5.2e snacks: fruit chips / dry fruits / nuts 5/6
5.2f all certified by the Hong Kong Organic Farming Association and the Hong Kong Organic 6
Certification Centre
Future plans
5.3a an online course on organic agriculture with a university 3*
5.3b restaurants 3*
5.3c personal care and beauty products 3*/5
*Information from page 3 of the Data File is from the tapescript
Task 5: Language = 2 marks
Marks Language
2 ⚫ Simple and more complex phrases are generally accurately constructed.
⚫ Generally understandable though may be some minor errors.
⚫ Most common words are spelt correctly, with basic punctuation being accurate.
1 ⚫ Simple phrases are generally accurate
⚫ Grammatical errors sometimes affect meaning.
⚫ Spelling of simple words is correct, more complex ones not.
0 ⚫ Multiple errors throughout, spelling and/or word usage which make understanding impossible.
OR
⚫ Not enough evidence in candidate’s work to be able to award ‘1’, possibly due to the candidate
copying everything verbatim from the Data File.
Task 5 Sample Answer
About Olga Organics

Who we are
History:  ___________________________________________________________________________
 ___________________________________________________________________________
No. of outlets: __________________________________________________________________________
No. of farms: ___________________________________________________________________________
Mission statement: ______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
What we sell*
Types of business:  _________________________________
 _________________________________
Product Category 1: _____________________________________________________________________
*_____________________________________________________________________________________
What we will bring to you in the future

➢ Soon … A new supermarket
➢ In 1 year’s time … ____________________________________
➢ In 3 years’ time … ____________________________________
➢ In 5 years’ time … ____________________________________

Task 6 (20 marks)
DF page
Definition of organic food reference
6.1 product of a farming system which avoids the use of man-made fertilisers, pesticides, growth 10
regulators and livestock feed additives
Health benefits
6.2a according to Global Journal of Nutrition published in 2019 9
6.2b organic crops have higher concentrations of antioxidants 9
6.2c a lower risk of cancer and other diseases 9
6.2d an increase in the intake of nutrients 9
6.2e reduce the intake of harmful chemicals (item deleted owing to error in DF) 9
6.2f such as pesticides, preservatives, and chemical fertilisers (item deleted owing to error in DF) 9
Environmental benefits
6.3a less energy consumption // energy efficient // use (significantly) less (fossil) energy 3*
6.3b reduce water pollution/contamination // reduces the deterioration of water quality 3*
6.3c save water 3*
6.3d increase soil fertility 3*
Marks Language
5 Data File Manipulation
Successful manipulation of phrases from the Data File to create grammatically correct sentences.
Achieved through a wide variety of changes made to the original texts.
Own Language
⚫ A range of accurate sentence structures using own language, with an excellent grasp of more complex
structures.
⚫ Grammar extremely accurate with very occasional slips.
⚫ Spelling and punctuation are mostly correct.
Generally successful in adapting phrases from the Data File to create grammatically correct sentences
through some of: word formation changes, tense changes, pronoun changes etc.
Own Language
⚫ A range of accurate sentence structures with a grasp of simple and complex sentences.
⚫ Grammar mainly accurate with occasional common errors that do not affect overall clarity.
Sometimes successful in adapting phrases from the Data File to create grammatically correct sentences.
This is done through some of: word formation changes, tense changes, pronoun changes etc.
Own Language
⚫ A range of accurate sentence structures with some attempts to use more complex sentences.
⚫ Grammatical errors occur in more complex structures but overall clarity not affected.
⚫ Spelling and punctuation are sufficiently accurate to convey meaning.
Occasionally successful in adapting phrases from the Data File to create grammatically correct sentences
though more often errors occur due to failing to change the original texts to the requirements of his/her own
text.
Own Language
⚫ Simple sentences are generally accurately constructed. Occasional attempts are made to use more
complex sentences. Structures used tend to be repetitive in nature.
Writing characterised by occasional attempts to adapt language from the Data File or by chunks taken
verbatim from the Data File.
Own Language
⚫ Short simple sentences are generally accurate. Only scattered attempts at longer, more complex
sentences.
⚫ Grammatical errors often affect meaning.
⚫ Spelling of simple words is correct, more complex ones not, with basic punctuation mostly accurate.
Writing characterised by being mostly a series of chunks taken verbatim from the Data File.
Own Language
⚫ Short simple sentences may be accurate.
⚫ Spelling of simple words is correct, more complex ones not, with basic punctuation often faulty.
OR
⚫ Not enough evidence in candidate’s work to be able to award ‘1’.
Task 6: Coherence and Organisation = 2 marks
Marks Coherence and Organisation
2 ⚫ Overall coherence of text is very good.
⚫ It is clearly on topic and congruent with the headings (if present).
⚫ Relations between main points and supporting points always clear.
⚫ Strong cohesive ties used to enhance coherence when necessary.
1 ⚫ Overall coherence of text is reasonable.
⚫ It is generally on topic and congruent with the headings (if present).
⚫ Relations between main points and supporting points generally clear.
⚫ Cohesive ties used generally enhance coherence although these may occasionally be fuzzy.
0 ⚫ Overall coherence of text is weak.
⚫ It is mostly off topic and not clearly congruent with the headings (if present).
⚫ Supporting details generally not clearly related to main points.
⚫ Cohesive ties used contribute little to the coherence of the text.
OR
Task 6: Appropriacy = 2 marks

Marks Appropriacy
2 ⚫ Register, tone and style generally appropriate to text through manipulation of parts of the Data File
and own language.
⚫ Consistently demonstrates audience awareness.
1 ⚫ Register, tone and style reasonably appropriate to text through some manipulation of parts of the
Data File and through own language.
⚫ The tone may be inconsistent.
0 Little or no evidence of an ability to manipulate register, tone or style in order to produce an appropriate
text.

Benefits of Organic Food
One of the most frequently asked questions about organic food is how it can benefit us. In fact,
organic food, the product of a farming system which avoids the use of man-made fertilisers, pesticides,
growth regulators and livestock feed additives [6.1], offers many benefits. Read on to find out more.
First of all, a diet of organic food is good for your health. According to Global Journal of Nutrition
published in 2019 [6.2a], organic crops have higher concentrations of antioxidants [6.2b] and therefore
lead to a lower risk of cancer and other diseases [6.2c] and an increase in the intake of nutrients [6.2d].
As a matter of fact, it also reduces your intake of harmful chemicals [6.2e] such as pesticides,
preservatives, and chemical fertilisers [6.2f].
Apart from the health benefits, organic agriculture is environmentally friendly. In terms of energy
consumption, it is energy efficient as it uses significantly less fossil energy [6.3a]. As for water
usage, the farming system reduces water pollution [6.3b] and saves water [6.3c]. At the same time,
growing organic crops increases soil fertility [6.3d].
Not only is organic food beneficial to your health, it also offers some environmental benefits. Act
now; switch to an organic diet!
Task 7 (17 marks)
DF page
Social media challenge reference
7.1a a promotional video featuring a celebrity chef / Jamie Oliver 7
7.1b shopping for ingredients in one of the outlets and cooking three dishes on the spot 7
7.1c consumers upload a video cooking one of the dishes 8
7.1d with the hashtag #olgaorganicschallenge on Instagram 8
7.1e the three videos with most likes will get a coupon of $500 8
3 Promotions
7.2a newly-joined members with a single purchase of $500 can get a 20% discount 7
7.2b any purchase of more than $200 on birthday can get a $100 coupon for next purchase 7
7.2c special deals every day on the online store from 1 March to 14 March 7
Marks Language
Own Language
structures.
Own Language
Own Language
text.
Own Language
Own Language
sentences.
Own Language
OR
OR

Marks Appropriacy
and own language.
text.

Proposal on Marketing Campaign
This proposal aims to provide details on the proposed marketing campaign.
1. Social Media Challenge

It is proposed that the challenge include two parts. Firstly, a promotional video would be uploaded to
increase awareness. It would feature Jamie Oliver [7.1a] shopping for ingredients in one of the
outlets and cooking three dishes on the spot [7.1b]. Secondly, to ensure engagement, consumers would
be asked to upload a video cooking one of the dishes [7.1c] with the hashtag #olgaorganicschallenge on
Instagram [7.1d]. The three videos with most likes would get a coupon of $500 [7.1e].
2. Three Promotions
To further attract more customers, three promotions are proposed. Firstly, newly-joined members
with a single purchase of $500 could get a 20% discount [7.2a]; secondly, any purchase of more than
$200 on birthday could get a $100 coupon for next purchase [7.2b]; the third promotion would be
offering special deals every day on the online store from 1 March to 14 March [7.2c].
Part B2 (difficult section)
Task 8 (20 marks)
DF page
Opening reference
8.1 (new) organic supermarket will open on 13 Feb at/in Elevate (mall) in Admiralty 3*
✘ if the candidate misspell or fail to use capital letters for ‘Elevate’ AND ‘Admiralty’
Characteristics
8.2a (more than) 400 types of organic products ✘ 300 5/6
8.2b biodegradable shopping bags 6
8.2c serene shopping hour at 3p.m. / from 3p.m. to 4p.m. must contain the meaning of ‘hour’ 6
8.2d (organic) cook(ing)/recipe book(s) for sale 5
8.2e (food) allergy warning (labels) on packages 5
8.2f AI/software/programme to help shop within budget / provide dish options (and print out 5
shopping list)
Opening Celebrations
8.3a Jamie Oliver will make dishes using the supermarket’s ingredients accept ‘Jimmy/Jammy’ 3*
8.3b 20% discount to all goods on first/opening day 6
8.3c 50% membership fee off offered for 7 days (since opening) 3*
8.3d free leaflets on organic labels for 30 days (since opening) 3*
Marks Language
Own Language
structures.
Own Language
Own Language
text.
Own Language
Own Language
sentences.
Own Language
OR
OR

Marks Appropriacy
and own language.
text.
Key appropriacy areas include (but are not limited to):

⚫ It is an advertising article to be posted in a newspaper.
⚫ A title and headings are appropriate. A brief concluding statement is welcome.
⚫ The expected tone should be informal, semi-formal at most, and can create excitement to attract people to visit the
organic supermarket on and after its opening. It is acceptable if candidates adopt a speech-like style as if they are
talking directly to potential customers. A style which resembles a factual description or a report is not appropriate.
Signs of informality include (but are not limited to):
- use of ! and ?
- active voice
- use of ‘we’ and ‘you’
- shorter sentences and words
- phrasal verbs
- imperatives
Olga Organic’s New Organic Supermarket Soon Opens!
Everyone wants to eat healthily, so how does a one-stop organic shopping experience sound to you?
Read on, because Olga Organics is going to open a new supermarket where you can get everything
organic, right here in Hong Kong on 13 February at Elevate mall in Admiralty!
Boasting over 400 types of organic products, our organic supermarket spares no effort to make sure
you’ll find every ingredient for the healthy meals you prepare for you and your family. Not sure what
to buy or how to cook them best? Be sure to grab some of our recipe books, and don’t be afraid to ask
our AI, Oliva, to help you shop within your budget and give you dish ideas. What’s more, your wellbeing
and environmental protection are always our top priority. Having food allergies? You’ll find clear
allergy warning labels on our food packages. Wanting to shop quietly? Our serene shopping hour from
3 to 4p.m. is just for you! And don’t forget to always reuse the biodegradable shopping bags we give
you.
Now, to celebrate such a special occasion, we want you to join us! Come on the day of opening, and
feast your eyes, nose and ears with the fabulous cooking of celebrity chef Jamie Oliver. Watch how
he turns the ingredients in our supermarket into wonderful dishes that make you drool! The joy
doesn’t end here: get a 20% discount for everything you buy this day, apply for membership at half
price during the first seven days, and take home with you free leaflets on organic labels for 30 days.
Don’t miss out the festivities! See you guys there!

Task 9 (14 marks)
DF page
Why choose Alan’s Home Delivery Food Services reference
9.1a many people want to try organic food / eat healthily (but do not know where to buy it) 7
9.1b Alan’s Home Delivery Food Services is the most popular / has the highest rating ✘ 9X% 8
Quality guarantee
9.2a separate substandard food/produce/products from good one(s) // ensure no mixed-ups 8
✘ ‘separate the wheat from the chaff ’
9.2b (randomly) select some / a few for sampling inspection ✘ ‘special privilege’ 8
9.2c stick (all the necessary) food safety label(s) ✘ ‘put make-up on faces’ 8
9.2d not packed too close (to avoid bruising) ✘ ‘not packed like sardines’ 8
9.2e transported at 5°C or below (to avoid going stale) ✘ ‘sleep’ ‘take sauna’ 8
Most economical delivery fee option

9.3 most economical way is using express speed and ordering a load of 500kg or above // if load 8
is fewer than 500kg then rapid express speed + if load is 500kg or above then express speed

Marks Language
Own Language
Own Language
Own Language
sentences.
Own Language
OR
Task 9: Coherence and Organisation = 1 mark
Mark Coherence and Organisation
OR
⚫ The Subject Line should:

 cohere with the upcoming text;
 be distinct enough to be functional in the recipient’s inbox;
 refer to something like ‘cooperation’ or ‘possible business partnership’ and be specific enough to distinguish
it from other business-related correspondence. Reference to ‘Olga Organics’ would be beneficial.

Marks Appropriacy
and own language.
text.

⚫ It is an external email to another company written on behalf of the writer’s boss but NOT in the boss’s name.
⚫ It is a response to the sender’s business enquiry.
⚫ The tone should be formal, businesslike and polite.
⚫ Candidates should not assume that a business relationship has already been established between the two
companies.
⚫ Use of anthropomorphic language when detailing how the quality of organic food is guaranteed is not appropriate.
⚫ Showing not only the cheapest delivery method but both ways to deal with different delivery loads is a sign of
business sincerity and thus appropriate.
Subject: Replying to your inquiry about our possible business partnership
Dear Mr. Johnson,
I am writing on behalf of Ms. Marven from Olga Organics in reply to your inquiry about our possible
business partnership in your last email.
We would like to cooperate with you because a survey recently conducted by The Consumer Council
indicates that a significant proportion of citizens are hoping to eat healthily and thus expressing an
interest in trying organic food, despite their lack of knowledge of where to obtain it. Granted that
your food delivery service company is currently rated the highest in the industry, we believe that our
partnership will be a mutually beneficial relationship.
Olga Organics takes all the necessary precautionary procedures to ensure the quality of the food we
produce. In addition to ensuring all substandard products are separated from quality ones, random
sampling inspection is carried out on the latter. All qualified products, which bear all the necessary
food safety labels, are transported at 5°C or below with sufficient space between them to guarantee
that they shall be enjoyed at the best appearance and condition.
In accordance with our delivery fee table, the most economical way for us to send you a delivery is
ordering a load of 500kg or above using our express speed delivery, which costs $15 per delivery. In
the case of a lighter load, our rapid express speed delivery at $25 per run should prove an agreeable
alternative.
Should you have further inquiry, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Yours sincerely,
Hank Williams
Olga Organics
Task 10 (20 marks)
DF page
Conservation reference
10.1a (the extra land required by organic farming) destroys habitats / leads to less biodiversity 9
✘ 49 species lost habitat / were gone
10.1b Olga Organics uses land sharing + land separating/separation (techniques) 9
Animal treatment
10.2a organic does not mean naturally-raised / grass-fed / roaming free / displaying normal 10
behaviour
10.2b organic feed(ing) only means not using growth hormones and antibiotics 3*
10.2c organic laws do not govern how (organic) animals are killed/slaughtered 3*
10.2d Olga Organics (has) impose(d) free-range systems in all farms 10
10.2e Olga Organics ensures animals do not suffer unnecessary pain 3*
✘ ‘silence the animals / when the animals rest eternally’
Nutritious value
10.3a organic food has no significant difference in nutritional value 11
10.3b organic food/vegetable(s) has lower pesticide remaining 11
10.3c (primary) children having organic dairy products sold by Olga Organics are (36%) less likely 10
to have eczema
Olga Organics keeping the public ignorant

10.4 spending on consumer education has been increasing in the past 4 years 10
Marks Language
Own Language
structures.
Own Language
Own Language
text.
Own Language
Own Language
sentences.
Own Language
OR
OR
Note: An over-lengthy summary of the journalist’s letter should be considered detrimental to the overall coherence.

Marks Appropriacy
and own language.
text.

⚫ This is a letter to the editor of a newspaper.
⚫ It intends to publicly confront the accusations of a journalist against the writer’s company so as to preserve
company image. Therefore, candidates should not write like they are writing directly to the concerned journalist.
⚫ The tone must not put the company at a disadvantageous position. Phrases such as “we admit…” are thus
considered inappropriate.
⚫ A closing statement which encourages readers to continue to support Olga Organics or learn more about organic
food is appropriate.
Dear Editor,
Despite the fact that organic eating has been gaining in popularity, misconceptions about this trend and
food production companies in the industry, we Olga Organics included, are still common in society.
Hence, this letter aims to provide facts to help citizens gain a better understanding.
Certain environmental benefits notwithstanding, organic farming could lead to habitat destruction and
decline in biodiversity resulting from the extra land required. However, as one of the leaders in the
industry, Olga Organics has taken measures in alleviating the impact. Land sharing and separation,
techniques which can counter the negative effect, are practised in all of our farms.
With society’s awareness of animal welfare increasing, some people have come to equate organic food
with animals on organic farms being naturally-fed, grass-fed, roaming free and displaying normal
behaviour, but unfortunately that is not the truth. By law, feeding which does not contain growth
hormones and antibiotics can be classified as organic, and the way farm animals are killed is not
governed. In this regard, consumers can rest assured that Olga Organics not only has imposed
free-range systems in all farms, but also ensures that the animals do not suffer unnecessary pain.
The most controversial issue is whether organic food is more nutritional than conventional food. As a
matter of fact, government laboratory results have shown that there is no significant difference in
nutritional value between them, but what deserves attention is that organic vegetables have been
proven to have lower pesticide remaining according to the same report. Furthermore, research has
shown that school children having organic dairy products supplied by Olga Organics are found to be less
likely to have eczema.
While Olga Organics does benefit from the trend of organic food, we hold our social responsibility in a
high regard. Out of the three biggest organic food companies, the spending of Olga Organics on
consumer education has been increasing in the past four years and we are the only company increasing
such spending. It is our firm belief that by broadening consumers’ knowledge, they will make the
correct choices of organic eating and shopping from us, allowing us to thrive ethically as they enjoy high
quality food produced by our company.
Olga Organics takes the wellbeing of all consumers seriously and will continue to safeguard their health
and interests.
Yours faithfully,
Hank Williams
Olga Organics

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ENGLISH LANGUAGE PAPER 3 Candidate Number

(4) All listening materials will be played ONCE only.

(5) Supplementary answer sheets will be supplied on request.

(7) No extra time will be given to candidates for sticking on the

(8) The two Question-Answer Books attempted by candidates

(9) The other unused Question-Answer Book for Part B will be

Materials you need to start a seed library

glass jars (example) to hold the seeds (example)

(1) envelopes (2) to pack the seeds

(3) pen (4) to label what people take

Answers written in the margins will not be marked.

(5) folder (6) to provide information

Where to get the seeds

⚫ (7) Earth Awareness

⚫ Step 2: (9) plant the seeds.

⚫ Step 3: (10) Collect the new generation

of seeds and return them.

Why are seed libraries important?

⚫ They ensure (11) food security .

Seriousness of seed extinction

⚫ Example 1: (13) wild coffee beans

⚫ Example 2: (14) apples

Answers written in the margins will not be marked.

⚫ (15) to learn where (our) food comes from

⚫ (16) to provide fresh food for the school (cafeteria)

⚫ (17) to provide a therapeutic space (for students)

Benefits of school gardens

⚫ (18) connecting students with nature

⚫ (19) watching greenery plants can relieve stress // relieving stress

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harvested) // developing a sense of achievement

⚫ A (21) sunny spot

⚫ Near the playground, with (22) fencing to avoid stray balls

potatoes (example) (23) grow quickly

(28) decaying plant material that is added to soil

Why should we make compost?

(29) to turn waste into valuable stuff

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(32) Yes / No (circle the correct answer)

(33) You can take it down / take it to any part

(34) don’t cost you an arm and a leg

(35) Yes / No (circle the correct answer)

(36) don’t look good

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Greens: (37) A , B and F

Browns: (38) C , D and E

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Urban Agriculture: An Overview

(39) (having your own local food) makes you healthier

(40) greatly reduces greenhouse gas emissions

(41) (ensures) efficient distribution of food

How popular is urban agriculture in the United States?

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How promising is urban agriculture?

What is one successful example of urban agriculture in history?

(44) victory gardens

What is the greatest barrier to urban agriculture?

(45) access to land

Case Study: Cuba

Who provides land for farmers?