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GP Paper12

This document is the Cambridge IGCSE Global Perspectives Paper 1 for the October/November 2024 examination, lasting 1 hour and 15 minutes. It includes instructions for answering questions based on provided sources, with a total of 70 marks available. The paper consists of various questions related to renewable energy, hydroelectric power, and their implications, requiring candidates to analyze and provide arguments based on the sources.

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Paper 1 Written Examination October/November 2024

1 hour 15 minutes

You must answer on the question paper.

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INSTRUCTIONS
● Answer all questions.
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INFORMATION
● The total mark for this paper is 70.
● The number of marks for each question or part question is shown in brackets [ ].
● The insert contains all the sources referred to in the questions.

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Read the information in the insert and answer all questions.

1 Study Sources 1 to 3.

(a) From Source 1, what percentage of the total energy supply comes from hydroelectric power
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(b) From Source 2, identify two advantages of hydroelectric power.

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(d) Explain why the development of hydroelectric power is an important local issue.

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2 Study Source 3.

(a) ‘Using renewable energy has improved my business.’

What are the strengths and weaknesses of the argument supporting this claim?

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(b) ‘Employees are happier in a sustainable workplace.’

How could you test this claim?

You should consider the types of information, sources of evidence or methods you might use.

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3 Study Source 4.

(a) Identify one prediction from Paolo’s statement. Explain why it is a prediction.

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(b) Why might Adriana’s statement be biased?

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(c) Which argument is more convincing, Paolo’s or Adriana’s?

Your answer should consider both arguments and you should support your point of view with
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You should also consider:

• the strength of their reasoning and evidence

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4 A government wants to increase the use of renewable energy.

The following actions have been suggested:

• Promoting renewable energy through advertising.

• Building more renewable energy sources.
• Educating communities about climate change.

Which one of these actions would you recommend to the government, and why?

In your answer, you should:

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• state your recommendation
• give reasons and evidence to support your recommendation
• use the material in the sources and/or any of your own ideas
• consider different arguments and perspectives.

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