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FIRST LANGUAGE ENGLISH
Paper 1 Reading
0500/12
May/June 2023
2 hours
You must answer on the question paper.
You will need: Insert (enclosed)
INSTRUCTIONS
• Answer all questions.
• Use a black or dark blue pen.
• Write your name, centre number and candidate number in the boxes at the top of the page.
• Write your answer to each question in the space provided.
• Do not use an erasable pen or correction fluid.
• Do not write on any bar codes.
• If additional space is needed, you should use the lined pages at the end of this booklet; the question
number or numbers must be clearly shown.
• Dictionaries are not allowed.
INFORMATION
• The total mark for this paper is 80.
• The number of marks for each question or part question is shown in brackets [ ].
• The insert contains the reading texts.
This document has 16 pages. Any blank pages are indicated.
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Read Text A, Working a winter season at a ski resort, in the insert and then answer Questions
1(a)–(e) on this question paper.
Question 1
(a) Give two qualities that are required to work a winter season at a ski resort, according to the
text.
enthusiasm
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a sense of adventure
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(b) Using your own words, explain what the text means by:
(i)
‘staff quit’ (line 5):
employees leaving
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(ii) ‘variety of positions’ (line 7):
range of occupation
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(c) Re-read paragraph 3 (‘If you have dates.’).
Give two reasons why it might be difficult to ensure that you put in your application in time.
the deadlines for applications in companies are strict, and must be followed - 'you will need to comply with their hiring dates.'
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applications start many months prior to the actual working date, you may be busy during thes
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(d) Re-read paragraphs 4 and 5 (‘How long snowflakes.’).
(i)
Identify the two main decisions you will need to make before applying for a job in a ski
resort.
Where you want to work at (countries)
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the duration of your stay at the country.
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(ii) Explain the specific features of powder snow that make it the best snow to ride.
Powder snow must be dry and light. It also must not bind. It is firm enough to be skid on
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while softening impacts in case of falls. It is consistant, there are no sudden bumps.
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(e) Re-read paragraph 6 (‘Online guides flights.’).
Using your own words, explain why some people might decide not to apply through a
recruitment organisation.
Applying through a recruitment organisation guarantees a better chance of getting a new job, but
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doesn't guarantee getting a job. It isn't worth the amount of money spent on a recruitment organisation as it is expensive.
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Some may not want to pay this large sum of money, which makes sense as people who are looking for jobs are often lacking and in need of money.
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you can also just use online guides, for free and have the same or nearly the same chances of
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Read Text B, Seasonal work, in the insert and then answer Question 1(f) on this question paper.
Question 1
(f)
According to Text B, what are the advantages and disadvantages of taking a seasonal job?
You must use continuous writing (not note form) and use your own words as far as possible.
Your summary should not be more than 120 words.
Up to 10 marks are available for the content of your answer and up to 5 marks for the
quality of the writing.
Seasonal work and jobs are a way for students and adults alike to make slightly extra money during the seasonal holidays.
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There are an abundance of different types of seasonal job depending on the season. From working at a resort, or picking produce. Working with kids or helping
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at local festivals. Though it may sound good on paper, is it truly worth it? What are the benefits and disadvantages of working in seasonal jobs?
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Benefits of seasonal jobs are the fact that you don't really require traning, only prior knowledge.
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It also doesn't require talent unlike other jobs, and you will recieve extra cash for future endeavours and plans.
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But, there are lots of disadvantages. They are low paying, they may affect your future career- and you may work
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gruleing hours for minimal pay. You can spend this time on other stuff which may help you in the long run.
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