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Class 11 Reading Comprehension Guide

The document consists of reading comprehension questions related to two texts about the impact of plastic on marine life and the rescue of a stranded green sea turtle. It includes tasks that require explanation, interpretation, and summarization of the texts. Additionally, there is a writing section prompting the reader to address local litter issues in a letter to a newspaper.

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Class 11 Reading Comprehension Guide

The document consists of reading comprehension questions related to two texts about the impact of plastic on marine life and the rescue of a stranded green sea turtle. It includes tasks that require explanation, interpretation, and summarization of the texts. Additionally, there is a writing section prompting the reader to address local litter issues in a letter to a newspaper.

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Section A: Reading

Spend 30 minutes on this section.

Read Text A, an article from a website, in the insert, and then answer questions 1–10.

1 Explain two ways in which the writer tries to get the reader’s attention in the first paragraph.

[2]
2 Look at the second paragraph.

Give one word which shows that nobody knows the exact number of animals dying because
of plastic each year.

[1]

3 In your own words, explain why marine animals eat plastic.

[1]

4 Look at the sentence ‘Whales in Scotland have been photographed entangled in plastic
strapping; whales have washed up in Canada wrapped in plastic fishing line; and, in 2012, a
young whale was found dead, floating off the Greek coast.’ (lines 7–10)

Explain in your own words two ways in which the writer makes this sentence powerful.

[2]

5 What does the phrase ‘inadvertently find their way’ (line 14) suggest about the balloons?

[1]
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6 Why does the writer include the phrase ‘… might have taken part in yourself’ (lines 15–16)?

Tick () one box.

to blame readers for their actions

to suggest that readers take part in similar events

to inform readers of the popularity of particular events

to make readers realise the consequences of their actions

[1]

7 Look at the fourth paragraph.

(a) Explain in your own words how the writer suggests that eating plastic causes animals to
die of hunger.

[1]

(b) Give one noun phrase which suggests that plastic causes animals to become weak
and vulnerable to predators.

[1]

8 Look at the fifth paragraph.

Explain in your own words what is ironic about the information in this paragraph.

[1]

9 How does the final paragraph differ in purpose from the rest of the text?

Tick () two boxes.

It gives practical advice.

It summarises the article.

It provides a dramatic example.

It explains how a problem occurs.

It encourages readers to be responsible.

[2]

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10 What is the best title for Text A?

Tick () one box.

Endangered animals

The many uses of plastic

Litter in the seas and oceans

The problems fishermen face

[1]

Read Text B, a newspaper article about an endangered green sea turtle, in the insert, and then
answer questions 11–17.

11 Give a phrase from the first paragraph that tells you that the turtle did not intend to be on the
beach.

[1]

12 What does the word ‘stunned’ (line 3) tell you about the effect of the cold on the turtle?

[1]

13 Why is the phrase ‘the patient’ (line 5) in inverted commas?

[1]

14 ‘They can’t swim. They can’t forage. They get weaker and weaker.’ (line 14).

What effect does the writer create by using these three short sentences?

[1]
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15 What are the main purposes of Text B?


Tick () two boxes.

to suggest why a turtle became stranded

to explain how stranded turtles are treated

to inform people about a turtle rescue centre

to persuade more people to help stranded turtles

to describe why green sea turtles are endangered

[2]

16 Make a list of what was done to help the turtle after it was found by the tourist on the beach.

 [3]

17 Write a summary of up to 40 words about what was done to help the turtle. Include five points
from your list. Use your own words as much as possible.

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Section B: Writing

Spend 30 minutes on this section.

18 Write a letter to your local newspaper about the problem of litter in your local area.

You could include some of the following in your letter:

 where people drop litter and why they do it


 what can be done about it by individuals or groups of people
 why people should take more care of their environment.

You may wish to add some of your own ideas, including experiences that you have had.

Space for your plan:

Write your letter on the next page. [25 marks]


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Common questions

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Text A uses vivid descriptions and personal connections to highlight the impact of human actions on marine life, focusing on raising awareness and promoting preventive actions. Text B, meanwhile, illustrates successful rescue efforts to mobilize reader support and participation in conservation practices. Both texts aim to influence by deploying emotional and practical appeals to promote environmental responsibility .

The use of parallel structure in sentences describing incidents with whales (e.g., in Scotland, Canada, and Greece) underscores the widespread nature and repeated occurrences of such tragedies. This structure effectively conveys the idea that these incidents are not isolated but part of a broader environmental crisis .

Marine animals consume plastic because it can resemble food sources, such as jellyfish for turtles. This ingestion leads to blockages in their digestive systems, often resulting in malnutrition or starvation because the animals feel full without having absorbed necessary nutrients .

The final paragraph diverges by giving practical advice and summarizing the article while encouraging personal responsibility. Unlike earlier sections focused on describing the problem, it shifts towards empowerment and motivating readers to take corrective actions .

Key actions included removing the turtle from the cold, stabilizing its temperature, administering fluids, and monitoring its recovery. These steps highlight the organized and caring response needed for successful rehabilitation .

The writer captures the reader's attention by using vivid imagery and emotive language, evoking a sense of urgency and concern about the environmental issues presented. By painting a stark picture of the impact of plastic on marine life, the writer effectively engages the reader's emotions and interests .

The irony in the fifth paragraph arises from the notion that efforts to celebrate nature often result in harming it, such as releasing balloons during celebratory events. The irony highlights the counterproductive nature of such actions, emphasizing the disconnect between intentions and outcomes .

The phrase engages readers by making the issue personal and relatable, prompting them to consider their own participation in events that contribute to the problem. This technique shifts responsibility closer to the reader, encouraging reflection and potential behavioral change .

The phrase 'inadvertently find their way' implies that balloons are not intentionally causing harm; rather, they accidentally end up in places where they pose a threat to wildlife. This suggests a broader issue of human negligence and the unintended consequences of everyday actions .

Short sentences in Text B create a sense of immediacy and urgency, emphasizing the dire situation of the turtle. This structure forces the reader to focus on each point, adding to the emotional weight and portraying the turtle's weakening condition starkly .

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