Essay Writing - Question Based Essay

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ESSAY WRITING: TOTAL 15 MARKS

Write in an essay about 350 words based on ONE of the topics given below.

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Crime has become a major national problem. Discuss the major cause of crime and ways to combat this.

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Throughout history, differences over moral and religious values have made abortion a highly controversial issue. Do you agree or disagree that abortion should be legalized?

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Lifestyle changes have resulted in more and more youngsters staying indoors instead of engaging in outdoor activities. Compare and contrast the advantages and disadvantages of indoor and outdoor activities.

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SECTION B

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(i)

READING COMPREHENSION: 30 MARKS.

Read the following passage carefully and answer ALL the questions that follow.

Living With Wildlife in Lion Country

Colorado, a state in United State of America, is prime mountain lion country. This simple fact is a surprise to many residents and visitors. These large, powerful predators have always lived here, preying on plentiful deer and playing an important role in the ecosystem. Like any wildlife, mountain lions and their habitat, we can coexist with these magnificent animals. I

The mountain lion, commonly known as cougar, panther or puma, exists only in the Western hemisphere and is one of North America's biggest cats. The lion's scientific name, Felis concolor, means "cat of one color". Mountain lions in this area are usually tawny to light-cinnamon in color with black-tipped ears and tail. Mountain lions vary in size and weight, with males being larger than females. Adult females may be up to 7 feet long and weigh an average of 90 pounds. A lion's natural life span is probably about 12 years in the wild and up to 25 years in captivity. The mountain lion is a solitary animal. Adult males almost always travel alone. If tracks indicate two or more lions travelling together, it is probably a female with kittens. II

In Colorado, lions are found in areas of pinion pine, juniper, mountain mahogany, ponderosa pine and oak brush. Lions generally will be most abundant in areas with plentiful deer. Females with young kittens use the smallest