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General Certificate of Education (Adv.Level) Examination - 2021

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PART A
READING SKILL (50 marks)
Question 01

Read the following part of a covering letter in which some words are given in bold type. Then
underline the meaning that is most appropriate to the context for the words given in bold type
from 1- 10.
(10 Marks)
Question 3
Read the following poem and underline the most appropriate response to each of the questions
1- 5. (05 Marks)

Thankful in lockdown
We all knew 2020 would be unique,
The days turned into weeks, then months,
The government repeatedly gave warning of social distancing,
And the world sat there listening.
Today, I am thankful for family,
But it is not just me, it is all of us internationally,
Another reason of gratitude is technology,
And all the scientists who studied biology.
And the people who right now work hardest of all,
Are the NHS who stand up tall.
This is for all the people who have lost their jobs in this pandemic,
And all those who are diabetic,
And those who work as paramedics,
This is for all the people suffering from COVID-19,
This is for those with bad hygiene,
This is to make you realize,
That we should be thankful for those who we miss the most in this time.

(Isha Matharu)

1) Which of the adjective is most appropriate to describe the speaker of the poem?
a) Negative c) Hopeless
b) Positive d) hardworking

2) According to the speaker, who makes the most significant commitment during the
pandemic?
a) The government c) NHS people
b) Scientists d) COVID-19 patients

3) The speaker is grateful to

a) Family and technology
b) The world and its uniqueness
c) The government and its warnings
d) The international community and their hygiene

4) The phrase “But it is not just me” suggests that the speaker is not the only one who
a) Has lost the job
b) Has bad hygiene
c) Is affected by the situation
d) Violates the health guidelines
 5) Which of the following is not true according to the poem?
a) Biologists tried their best to find a solution to COVID- 19.
b) The government warned people to follow health guidelines.
c) Some people have become unemployed due to the pandemic.
d) According to the speaker, 2020 would be another usual year.

Question 4

Fill in the blanks using one word from the passage in each space. ( 05 Marks)

According to a survey conducted a few years ago, the students’ English language competency is
found to be a significant predictor for them to become successful in a Sri Lankan university. The
survey has also made several other important observations. First, there are no equally distributed
infrastructure facilities to learn English for all students in Sri Lanka. As a result, students who are
less competent in English face a number of obstacles when learning and performing at university
examinations. Second, students’ poor knowledge of English hinders their participation in group
discussions, projects and academic presentations. Therefore, the study concludes that it is
necessary to identify students who are less competent in English early during the undergraduate
period and conduct a formal English training programme for such students for at least a few months
prior to entering universities.

A survey has revealed that (1)…………………………………….in the English language is an

important factor that determines the success of a university student.

According to the (2)………………………… of the survey, students with poor English language
proficiency encounter various (3)……………………………………….during their
examinations in the university. Also, poor command of the English language
(4)……………………………………students’ active involvement in some academic activities.
Accordingly, the study proposes to select students with poor English knowledge and (5)
…………………………………….an English course to enhance their English language skills
before they enter universities.
 (I) Do the following statements agree with the information given in the above text?
In boxes (a) - (f), write True, False or Not Given.

True If the statement is correct

False If the statement is wrong

Not Given If there is no sufficient information on this

Statements

(a) The list of dangerous work areas includes construction sites.

(b) In 2008, 39% of working children had gone to school.

(c) The long wait for Ordinary Level results leads students to drop out of
school.

(d) During the COVID-19 pandemic, parents of low- income families

were compelled to ask their children to work and earn.

(e) New law passed in 2021 allows children of age 15 to work.

(f) The national committee has proposed several suggestions to address

child labour issues in Sri Lanka.

(2). Underline the correct response in each of the following from (a) – (f) (06 Marks)
a) How many new occupations have been added to the list of dangerous work areas for
children?
I. 14 III. 20
II. 16 IV. 51
b) What is the most appropriate option to complete the missing sentence in paragraph
I. Surveys revealed that children are involved in dangerous jobs.
II. Surveys have been conducted regarding child labour in Sri Lanka.
III. Majority of under-aged working children attend school in Sri Lanka.
IV. Delay of G.C.E. Ordinary Level examination results has affected children.
 c) How many survey findings are reported in paragraph of the above text?
I. Two III. Four
II. Three IV. five
d) According to the passage, children give up their education during the COVID -19 pandemic
because
I. There is no proper guidance from parents and teachers.
II. New laws allow children from low-income families to work.
III. Employers encourage children from low-income families to work.
IV. Children do not have access to online classes and proper internet connection.
e) In which paragraph do you include the following detail?
I. Paragraph 1 III. Paragraph 3
II. Paragraph 2 IV. Paragraph 4
f) Which of the following is the most appropriate title for the text?
“The unavailability of an appropriate device at home to attend online classes.”
I. Child labour in Sri Lanka
II. Impact of COVID 19 on children
III. UN role to eradicate child labour
IV. Introduction to Sri Lankan labour law

(3). Who or what do the following pronouns in bold print refer to?
a. They (paragraph 2) - …………………………………
b. Them (paragraph 3) - …………………………………
c. It (paragraph 5) - …………………………………
(03 Marks)
(4). Write one word in each blank, selecting from the passage, which means the same as the
following.
a. Revision or modification - …………………………………
b. Participated - …………………………………
c. Abandon - …………………………………
d. Compulsory - …………………………………
e. Complete removal - ………………………………… (05 Marks)
 PART B

DIALOGUES [25 MARKS]

QUESTION 06

How do you respond in each of the following situations? Write only one sentence or question for
each, beginning with the word/s given.

1. There is a cricket match in the school playground today. Suggest to your friend to watch
it.
“Let’s …………………………………………………………………………………”
2. Your mother is busily preparing breakfast in the morning. You are willing to help her.
“May …………………………………………………………………………………?”
3. The literary association of your school staged a famous drama. Your teacher asks your
views about the drama.
“It’s ………………………………………………………………………………….”
4. One of your relatives offers you a cup of tea. You want to refuse it with a reason.
“No, ………………………………………………………………………………….”
5. You become the district best at the A/L examination. A journalist asks your feelings.
“I ……………………………………………………………………………………”

QUESTION 07

Complete the following dialogue between Divyanjali and Dinsara. Do not use more than two
sentences/ questions in each blank. (05 Marks)

Divyanjali : Good morning.

Dinsara : Good morning, Divyanjali.
Divyanjali : Why didn’t you join the online lesson last evening?
Dinsara : (1)………………………………………………………………………………..
Divyanjali : There was a WhatApp message with the link. Why didn’t you check it?
Dinsara : (2)………………………………………………………………………………..
Divyanjali : Oh, I see. Our teacher asked why you weren’t there.
Dinsara : Really! I’ll call and tell the teacher what happened. Anyway,
(3) ………………………………………………………………………………?
Divyanjali : She discussed the third lesson.
Dinsara : (4)………………………………………………………………………………?
Divyanjali : Yes. She asked us to complete the activity one and two for homework.
Dinsara : (5)……………………………………………………………………………….?
Divyanjali : No. not yet. When I finish it, I can send you the answers, and then, we can discuss.
Dinsara : Thank you, Divyanjali. That’s very kind of you.
Divyanjali : You’re welcome.

QUESTION 08
Imagine that you organize a concert, and you have to finalize the agenda of the concert with your
friend. Write out the dialogue between your friend and you. Each one should speak at least five
times. (15 Marks)
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QUESTION 10

The bar chart below shows the percentage of people wearing different types of masks in the
Colombo and Gampaha districts in June 2021. Describe the information by reporting the main
features and making comparisons where relevant. Use about 75 words. (10 Marks)

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QUESTION 11

Imagine that you plan to go on a trip after A/L exam, and write an email to your friend describing
your plan and inviting him/her to join you. In your email, include the following:

• When, where and with whom you plan to go.

• What you hope to see/do during the trip.

You may include any relevant details but do not exceed 75 words. (15 Marks)

From : [email protected]

To : [email protected]

Subject: Hi!

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QUESTION 12

You see an advertisement in a local newspaper for the post of Trainee Banking Assistant.

Qualifications required:

• Sat for the A/L examination

• 5 “C” passes in O/L examination including “C” pass for English Language
• Age limit: 18-24 years

Imagine that you have the required qualifications. Write a cover letter, applying for the post. Do
NOT write a CV. Use about 75-100 words for the body of the letter. Do not exceed the word limit.
(15 Marks)

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QUESTION 13

Some people think that online learning is better than classroom learning. Others disagree and
believe that classroom learning is the best. What is your opinion? Write an essay, giving your view
on this. About 150-200 words. Do not exceed the word limit. (20 Marks)

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