Time: 2 Hours Total: 100 Marks Model Answer Edition
Covers Module 1 — The Sustainable Self (Units 1–2) and Module 2 — Cultural Foundation & Civic Duty (Units 3–4) of “Origin to Outlook”. Answer ALL questions. The marks for each question are shown in brackets.
How this interactive paper works
50 objective items are auto-marked (A-1→A-7, all of B, C-1→C-18, all of D) — click an option, or choose and check. Score appears in the top-right chip.
Model answers are included for A-8→A-10, C-19→C-25 and the Writing task — reveal them and self-mark (38 marks are teacher/self-assessed).
Use Start on the timer (2 hours), jump between sections with the tabs, and find everything in the Answer Key at the end.
present simple + adverbspresent continuous + OSASCOMPpresent perfect1st conditional + modalsnon-defining relativespast simple vs continuousreported speechfuture forms + countable/uncountable
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01
Section A — Reading Comprehension
Two passages · 4 MCQ · 3 True/False/Not Given · 3 short answers
Auto-score: 0 / 14 m25 m
Passage 1
Think Before You Throw!
Every item we own goes through a life cycle. It begins with extracting raw materials from the earth — cotton from fields, metal from mines, and plastic from oil. These materials are then made into products in factories, transported by cargo ships, trucks, and planes, and finally sold in shops. Once we have used them, we simply dispose of most items. They end up in landfills, where they can take hundreds of years to break down, placing enormous pressure on the planet’s ecosystems.
The good news is that more people are choosing to break this cycle. Thrifting means buying used or second-hand items instead of new ones. When you buy a second-hand jacket or book, you directly reduce the need for new production, which means using fewer raw materials and releasing fewer emissions into the atmosphere. Upcycling takes the idea one step further: an old blanket can be made over into a cosy, thick jacket, and old tablets can be reused as e-readers. Indeed, every small action adds up. The planet does not need a handful of people making perfect choices; it needs millions of people making better ones.
Adapted from “Think Before You Throw!”, web article (Unit 2 — Choices & Change).
A-1
The main idea of the article is that …
(2 m)
Answer: (c) Understanding how we use products helps us protect the environment.
Why: The article explains the life cycle of a product and shows how thrifting and upcycling reduce the pressure on the planet’s ecosystems — every small action adds up.
A-2
What happens FIRST in the life cycle of a product?
(2 m)
Answer: (d) Extracting raw materials from the earth.
Why: “It begins with extracting raw materials from the earth — cotton from fields, metal from mines, and plastic from oil.”
A-3
In the second paragraph, the phrase “made over” means …
(2 m)
Answer: (a) changed.
Why: “An old blanket can be made over into a cosy, thick jacket” — the blanket is transformed into something completely new.
A-4
According to the article, buying second-hand items …
(2 m)
Answer: (c) directly reduces the need for new production.
Why: “When you buy a second-hand jacket or book, you directly reduce the need for new production…” — and thrifting is “not simply about saving money”.
Passage 2
Law, Values, and Universal Citizenship
We see the law in our daily lives, from driving a car to renting a house to even going to school. However, the law is more than just a list of “dos and don’ts” or a duty imposed by the government. It connects our beliefs with the way we live together. This relationship is often called a “social contract”, in which citizens agree to follow rules to make sure everyone stays safe.
In many countries, the most important values are justice, equality, and freedom. These values create “norms”, the rules on how to act. We also follow informal norms called “folkways”, such as being polite to a teacher or waiting your turn in line. Interestingly, the law does not always require a judge or a police officer. A famous researcher studied people in the South Pacific who had no written laws. Instead, they used a system of “exchange”: people swapped gifts, such as food or jewellery, to build strong friendships, and a selfish person faced “public embarrassment” rather than a fine.
Today, our world is becoming smaller. Because of universal laws, such as traffic rules, a red light means “stop” in every nation. When we respect laws and customs, we can live in a peaceful world and grow as global citizens.
Adapted from “Law, Values, and Universal Citizenship” (Unit 4 — Citizenship).
Questions A-5 → A-7: decide whether each statement is True (a), False (b) or Not Given (c) according to Passage 2.
A-5
The law is only a list of “dos and don’ts” imposed by the government.
(2 m)
Answer: (b) False.
Why: The passage states the law is “more than just a list of ‘dos and don’ts’ or a duty imposed by the government”.
A-6
The people studied in the South Pacific used a system of exchange instead of written laws.
(2 m)
Answer: (a) True.
Why: “They had no written laws. Instead, they used a system of ‘exchange’: people swapped gifts… to build strong friendships.”
A-7
The researcher spent several years living among the people of the South Pacific.
(2 m)
Answer: (c) Not Given.
Why: The passage never says how long the researcher stayed among the people — no length of time is mentioned.
Questions A-8 → A-10: answer in full sentences, then compare with the model answers.
A-8
According to Passage 1, where do most used products end up, and why is this a problem?
(3 m)
Model answer: Most used products end up in landfills. This is a problem because they can take hundreds of years to break down there, which places enormous pressure on the planet’s ecosystems.
Marking: 1 m for “landfills” + 2 m for the explanation (hundreds of years to break down / pressure on ecosystems).
A-9
In your own words, explain what a “social contract” is, according to Passage 2, and say why citizens agree to it.
(4 m)
Model answer: The social contract is the relationship in which citizens agree to follow the rules and laws of their society. They agree to it because it makes sure that everyone stays safe, connecting people’s beliefs with the way they live together.
Marking: 2 m for the definition (citizens agree to follow rules) + 2 m for the purpose (so everyone stays safe / to live together safely).
A-10
Name TWO values mentioned in Passage 2 that create norms, and give ONE example of a folkway.
(4 m)
Model answer: Two of the values are justice, equality and freedom (any two). An example of a folkway is being polite to a teacher or waiting your turn in line.
Marking: 2 m for the two values (1 m each) + 2 m for one correct folkway example.
02
Section B — Vocabulary
B1 Matching · B2 Odd one out · B3 Word-bank gap fill — words from Units 1–4
Auto-score: 0 / 20 m20 m
B1
Match each word (B-1 → B-5) with its definition (A–E). Choose a letter for each word, then press Check matching.
5 × (2 m)
Ato make or adapt something for a particular purpose or person
Bto give something to somebody as an honour or present
Cthe activity of making new objects out of old or waste material
Dto give a large amount of your time, attention, or energy to something
Ecaring about other people’s needs and happiness and helping them, even when it brings you no advantage
B-1
bestow (v)
(2 m)
B-2
tailor (v)
(2 m)
B-3
devote to (phrasal v)
(2 m)
B-4
altruism (n)
(2 m)
B-5
upcycling (n)
(2 m)
Rows are locked once graded. Leave a row empty to come back to it later.
Keys: B-1 → B (bestow), B-2 → A (tailor), B-3 → D (devote to), B-4 → E (altruism), B-5 → C (upcycling).
B2
Choose the ODD ONE OUT in each group — one word does not belong with the others.
4 × (1 m)
B-6(1 m)
Answer: (d) nutritious — the others are all adverbs of manner (describing how something happens); nutritious is an adjective that describes food.
B-7(1 m)
Answer: (c) artefact — malnutrition, fatigue and inflammation are all conditions of the body; an artefact is an object made by a person.
B-8(1 m)
Answer: (b) brand-new — reusable, second-hand and antique things have all been used or owned before; something brand-new has never been used.
B-9(1 m)
Answer: (c) monument — a creator, a director and a leader are all people; a monument is a building or statue.
B3
Complete sentences B-10 → B-15 with words from the bank. Each word is used ONCE only; three words are extra.
C1 Ten MCQs (all 8 grammar points) · C2 Correct the verb · C3 Rewrite & combine
Auto-score: 0 / 18 m25 m
C1
Choose the correct answer (C-1 → C-10). Questions cover all eight grammar points of Units 1–4.
10 × (1 m)
C-1
My partner ______ eat fruit for breakfast.
(1 m)
Answer: (c) doesn’t — present simple negative, third person singular: does not / doesn’t + base verb.
Point: Present simple & adverbs of frequency (Unit 1).
C-2
Look! The dietitian ______ a customised meal plan for the young man.
(1 m)
Answer: (c) is composing — an action happening now takes the present continuous: am/is/are + verb-ing.
Point: Present continuous (Unit 1).
C-3
Reading ______ books improves mood. (interesting / short / modern)
(1 m)
Answer: (b) interesting — short — modern — adjectives follow OSASCOMP: Opinion → Size → Age.
Point: Order of adjectives (Unit 1).
C-4
Researchers have studied energy alternatives ______ many years.
(1 m)
Answer: (d) for — for + a period of time (many years); since is only used with a starting point in time.
Point: Present perfect with since/for/just/already/yet (Unit 2).
C-5
If the model is new, you ______ try to fix it instead of buying a new one.
(1 m)
Answer: (d) should — the sentence gives advice, and should is the modal of advice in the first conditional (If + present simple, … + modal).
Point: First conditional + modals (Unit 2).
C-6
My sister, ______ name is Mariam, is 13 years old.
(1 m)
Answer: (c) whose — a non-defining clause showing possession (her name); the clause is set off with commas.
Point: Non-defining relative pronouns (Unit 3).
C-7
While the children ______ a folk dance, the music stopped.
(1 m)
Answer: (d) were watching — the longer background action takes the past continuous; the short interrupting action (stopped) takes the past simple.
Point: Past simple vs past continuous with while/when (Unit 3).
C-8
“I visited Kuwait City yesterday.” — She said she ______.
(1 m)
Answer: (b) had visited Kuwait City the day before — past simple → past perfect; yesterday → the day before.
Point: Reported speech shifts (Unit 4).
C-9
We ______ the programme at exactly 10:00 a.m. tomorrow; everything is already arranged.
(1 m)
Answer: (c) are starting — a fixed, planned arrangement takes the present continuous with future meaning.
Point: Future forms (Unit 4).
C-10
How ______ homework do you have tonight?
(1 m)
Answer: (a) much — homework is an uncountable noun, so it takes how much (not how many).
Point: Countable & uncountable nouns (Unit 4).
C2
Correct the verb in brackets so the sentence is right. Type your answer, then press Check. (C-11 → C-18)
8 × (1 m)
C-11
My mother ______ (cook) homemade meals every Friday.
(1 m)
Cook: My mother cooks homemade meals every Friday.
Rule: a repeated habit (every Friday) → present simple; third person singular adds -s.
C-12
Listen! The students ______ (practise) a folk song now.
(1 m)
Cook: Listen! The students are practising a folk song now.
Rule: happening at this moment → present continuous: are + verb-ing.
C-13
Kuwait ______ (begin) using renewable energy since 2010.
(1 m)
Cook: Kuwait has begun using renewable energy since 2010.
Rule:since + starting point → present perfect: has + past participle.
C-14
If we recycle more, we ______ (produce) less waste.
(1 m)
Cook: If we recycle more, we will produce less waste.
Rule: first conditional result clause → will + base verb (certain outcome).
C-15
I ______ (explore) Failaka Island when I found the artefacts.
(1 m)
Cook: I was exploring Failaka Island when I found the artefacts.
Rule: the longer background action → past continuous; the interruption (found) → past simple.
C-16
She said she ______ (visit) the museum the day before.
(1 m)
Cook: She said she had visited the museum the day before.
Rule: in reported speech, past simple shifts back to past perfect.
C-17
Look at those dark clouds! It ______ (rain).
(1 m)
Cook: Look at those dark clouds! It is going to rain.
Rule: a prediction based on present evidence → be going to.
C-18
They told us they ______ (will) visit us the following week.
(1 m)
Cook: They told us they would visit us the following week.
Rule: reported will → would; next week → the following week.
C3
Rewrite or combine as instructed. Write your sentences in your notebook, then compare with the model answers. (C-19 → C-25)
7 × (1 m)
C-19
Report these words: “I play football every day.” (He said …)
(1 m)
Model: He said (that) he played football every day.
Shift: present simple → past simple; I → he.
C-20
Report these words: “We visited the museum yesterday,” they said.
(1 m)
Model: They said (that) they had visited the museum the day before.
Shift: past simple → past perfect; yesterday → the day before.
C-21
Report these words: “I can meet you here tomorrow,” Sara said.
(1 m)
Model: Sara said (that) she could meet me therethe next day.
Shift: can → could; here → there; tomorrow → the next day; you → me.
C-22
Combine into ONE sentence with a non-defining relative clause: Kuwait is in the Gulf. It is very hot in summer.
(1 m)
Model: Kuwait, which is in the Gulf, is very hot in summer.
Rule:which refers to a place/thing in a non-defining clause — with commas.
C-23
Combine into ONE sentence with a non-defining relative clause: Mr Jamal is a history teacher. His office is next to the library.
(1 m)
Model: Mr Jamal, whose office is next to the library, is a history teacher.
Rule:whose shows possession in a non-defining clause.
C-24
Complete the conditional with your own idea — use will, can, may or should: If we plant more trees in our neighbourhood, …
(1 m)
Model: If we plant more trees in our neighbourhood, we will make our air cleaner. (Also accept: we can reduce pollution / we will have more shade / our streets may become greener.)
Rule: If + present simple, result with a suitable modal + base verb.
C-25
Complete the conditional with your own idea — use will, can, may or should: If you take the phone to a repair shop, …
(1 m)
Model: If you take the phone to a repair shop, they can replace the battery. (Also accept: they will fix it / the repair may take an hour / you should ask about a new battery.)
Rule: the result clause needs a modal (can for ability/possibility) + base verb.
04
Section D — Language Functions
D1 Matching functions to expressions · D2 Five mini-dialogues
Auto-score: 0 / 10 m10 m
D1
Match each function (D-1 → D-5) with the best expression (A–E), then press Check matching.
5 × (1 m)
A“Students must comply with the exam regulations.”
B“In my opinion, thrifting is a smart habit.”
C“You should take a reusable bag when you go shopping.”
D“Cycling is faster than driving.”
E“How about upcycling these old jars instead of throwing them away?”
D-1
Giving advice
(1 m)
D-2
Expressing opinion
(1 m)
D-3
Expressing obligation
(1 m)
D-4
Making a suggestion
(1 m)
D-5
Comparing
(1 m)
Keys: D-1 → C (advice: should) · D-2 → B (opinion: in my opinion) · D-3 → A (obligation: must) · D-4 → E (suggestion: how about…) · D-5 → D (comparing: faster than).
D2
Choose the most suitable response to complete each mini-dialogue (D-6 → D-10).
5 × (1 m)
D-6
“We’re volunteering at the beach clean-up on Friday morning. Would you like to join us?”
(1 m)
Answer: (a) — it accepts the invitation politely and asks for a detail. (b) disagrees with an opinion, and (c) does not answer the question.
D-7
“I’m really sorry I forgot to return your book.”
(1 m)
Answer: (c) — it accepts an apology kindly. The other options ignore the apology.
D-8
“I can’t stop buying snacks between meals. What should I do?”
(1 m)
Answer: (a) — a suggestion with Why don’t you…? answers a request for advice.
D-9
“In my opinion, upcycling is better than throwing old things away.”
(1 m)
Answer: (b) — agreeing with an opinion keeps the conversation going naturally.
D-10
“Could you help me carry these recycled bottles, please?”
(1 m)
Answer: (b) — it accepts a polite request. (a) is impolite, and (c) answers a different question.
05
Section E — Writing
One guided task · plan box · required linkers · official-style rubric · two model answers
20 m
E-1
Your school magazine wants articles for a special environment page. Write your article under the title “Small Actions, Big Change” explaining why it is important to reduce waste in Kuwait. Write 8–10 sentences (about 100 words).
(20 m)
Follow the plan box — your article must have all four parts.
1
Topic sentenceState the main idea: why reducing waste matters.
2
Supporting idea 1 + exampleOne reason, with a clear example (e.g., landfills, sea animals).
ConclusionRestate the idea and end with a call to action.
Use at least THREE of these linking words:
FirstAlsoIn additionFor exampleHoweverBecausesoIn factFinallyIn my opinion
Official-style marking rubric — total 20 marks
Criterion
Marks
5–6 / top band
3–4 / middle band
1–2 / lower band
Content & Organisation
/ 6
All four plan parts; ideas clear and logically ordered
Most parts present; some ideas underdeveloped
Off topic or no clear plan
Language Use
/ 6
Wide range; conditionals & linkers used accurately
Adequate range; some errors that do not block meaning
Frequent basic errors
Voice & Fluency
/ 5
Engaging tone; varied sentence types (4–5)
Mostly simple sentences (2–3)
Choppy or repetitive (0–1)
Mechanics
/ 3
Accurate spelling, punctuation, capitals (3)
Some errors (2)
Many errors (0–1)
Before you reveal: write your article first, then check it against the rubric and both models. Award yourself a mark out of 20 — which band does each criterion reach?
Small Actions, Big Change
Every day, we throw away things that could have a second life. First, reducing waste protects our environment. For example, when we recycle plastic bottles, we keep them out of landfills, where they can take hundreds of years to break down. Also, reusing and upcycling saves resources. If we turn an old blanket into a jacket, we reduce the need for new production and cut harmful emissions. However, many people still believe that one person cannot make a difference. In fact, every small action adds up. Finally, if millions of people make better choices, we will build a cleaner, greener Kuwait. Start today!
Why it scores high: all four plan parts, six linkers, a first conditional, varied sentences and accurate mechanics.
Small Actions, Big Change
We must reduce waste because it is important. Waste is bad for Kuwait and for the world. Also, landfills are full and plastic stays there for many years. For example, sea animals eat plastic and they get sick. In addition, making new things uses a lot of energy and materials. So we should recycle and buy second-hand things. We can also upcycle old things at home. Finally, everyone must help, and then our country will be clean.
Why it scores mid-band: the plan is complete and linkers are used, but sentences are mostly simple, the range of structures is narrow, and the ending is thin.
Answer Key — Model Answers & Justifications
Marking map: auto-marked objective parts = A-1→A-7 (14 m) + all B (20 m) + C-1→C-18 (18 m) + all D (10 m) = 62 marks. Teacher/self-marked parts = A-8→A-10 (11 m) + C-19→C-25 (7 m) + E-1 (20 m) = 38 marks. Total = 100.
A-1(c) Understanding how we use products helps us protect the environment.2 mWhy: the article explains the product life cycle and shows how thrifting and upcycling reduce pressure on ecosystems.
A-2(d) Extracting raw materials from the earth.2 mWhy: “It begins with extracting raw materials from the earth.”
A-3(a) changed.2 mWhy: “An old blanket can be made over into a cosy, thick jacket” — transformed.
A-4(c) directly reduces the need for new production.2 mWhy: quote in the passage; thrifting is “not simply about saving money”.
A-5(b) False2 mWhy: the law is “more than just a list of ‘dos and don’ts’ or a duty imposed by the government”.
A-6(a) True2 mWhy: they had no written laws and used a system of “exchange” — people swapped gifts.
A-7(c) Not Given2 mWhy: the passage never mentions how long the researcher stayed.
A-8Model: They end up in landfills; they can take hundreds of years to break down, placing enormous pressure on ecosystems.3 m
A-9Model: It is the agreement in which citizens follow the rules of their society so that everyone stays safe; it connects beliefs with the way we live together.4 m
A-10Model: Any two of: justice, equality, freedom. Folkway example: being polite to a teacher / waiting your turn in line.4 m
B-1B bestow = to give something as an honour or present.2 m
B-2A tailor = to make or adapt something for a particular purpose or person.2 m
B-3D devote to = to give a large amount of time, attention or energy to something.2 m
B-4E altruism = caring about others’ needs and helping without personal gain.2 m
B-5C upcycling = making new objects out of old or waste material.2 m
B-6(d) nutritious — the others are adverbs of manner; nutritious is an adjective.1 m
B-7(c) artefact — the others are health/medical conditions.1 m
B-8(b) brand-new — the others all describe pre-owned or reused things.1 m
B-9(c) monument — the others are people; a monument is a structure.1 m
B-10pledge1 m · B-11unplug · B-12ceremony · B-13pass down · B-14comply · B-15skyline1 m each
C-1(c) doesn’t — present simple negative, 3rd person: doesn’t + base verb.1 m
C-2(c) is composing — action happening now → present continuous.1 m
C-3(b) interesting — short — modern — OSASCOMP: Opinion → Size → Age.1 m
C-4(d) for — for + period of time; since + starting point.1 m
C-5(d) should — advice in the first conditional.1 m
C-6(c) whose — possession in a non-defining clause, with commas.1 m
C-7(d) were watching — background action (while) → past continuous.1 m
C-8(b) had visited Kuwait City the day before — past simple → past perfect; yesterday → the day before.1 m
C-9(c) are starting — fixed arrangement → present continuous with future meaning.1 m
C-10(a) much — homework is uncountable → how much.1 m
C-12are practising — happening now → present continuous.1 m
C-13has begun — since 2010 → present perfect.1 m
C-14will produce — 1st conditional result → will + base verb.1 m
C-15was exploring — background action when interrupted → past continuous.1 m
C-16had visited — reported past simple → past perfect.1 m
C-17is going to rain — prediction from present evidence → going to.1 m
C-18would visit — reported will → would.1 m
C-19Model: He said (that) he played football every day.1 m
C-20Model: They said (that) they had visited the museum the day before.1 m
C-21Model: Sara said (that) she could meet me there the next day.1 m
C-22Model: Kuwait, which is in the Gulf, is very hot in summer.1 m
C-23Model: Mr Jamal, whose office is next to the library, is a history teacher.1 m
C-24Model: …we will make our air cleaner (any logical result with will/can/may/should).1 m
C-25Model: …they can replace the battery (any logical result with a suitable modal).1 m
D-1C Giving advice — “You should take a reusable bag…”1 m
D-2B Expressing opinion — “In my opinion, thrifting is a smart habit.”1 m
D-3A Expressing obligation — “Students must comply with the exam regulations.”1 m
D-4E Making a suggestion — “How about upcycling these old jars…?”1 m
D-5D Comparing — “Cycling is faster than driving.”1 m
D-6(a) accepts the invitation + asks for a detail.1 m
D-7(c) kind response to an apology.1 m
D-8(a) suggestion answering a request for advice.1 m
D-9(b) agreeing with an opinion.1 m
D-10(b) accepting a polite request.1 m
E-1Rubric: Content & Organisation /6 · Language Use /6 · Voice & Fluency /5 · Mechanics /3. Award marks by band, then add up.20 m
Tip Check that the article has all four plan parts, at least three linkers, 8–10 sentences (≈ 100 words), and a title.
Models See the two toggleable models in Section E — Model A (strong, ≈ 18–20 m) and Model B (adequate, ≈ 13–15 m) with notes on why each earns its band.
Paper complete — all 50 objective items answered! Now self-mark A-8→A-10, C3 and the Writing task with the key.
Time is up — 2 hours finished. Put your pen down and review with the Answer Key.