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3.3 Expliquez avec vos propres mots le ‘cercle vicieux’ entre les parents et les ados.  (1)

The pelvic examination required the patient to be lying on her back with her legs raised and feet in stirrups, hip and knees flexed, thighs abducted, and externally rotated, or in the _________ position

  SECTION B (WRITING)  

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5. Répondez à la question suivante.   (40)   la famille nucléaire n’existe plus De nos jours, habiter avec ses parents biologiques et ses frères et sœurs devient très rare. Le divorce devient majoritaire par rapport au mariage. Les jeunes d’aujourd’hui ne voient plus le mariage comme un but ou une finalité. Les familles sont recomposées et parfois heureuses ou malheureuses mais certaines personnes y voient une vraie fracture psychologique alors que d’autres pensent que c’est normal et s’habituent à cette nouvelle vie très facilement.     Écrivez une réponse à cet article entre 240 et 280 mots en français. Vous devez mentionner les points suivants :      A votre avis, pourquoi il y a de plus en plus de divorces? Pourquoi le mariage n’est plus si populaire de nos jours? A votre avis, est-ce que les familles recomposées ont plus de difficultés que les familles nucléaires? Et vous, comment voyez-vous votre futur? Vous voulez vous marier ou rester célibataire?  

QUESTION 9 – CONTEXTUAL QUESTIONS 9.1 Place this extract in context.   (2) 9.2 Refer to line 3: [with feeble defiance] “I’ve a right to be here if I like, same as you.” Explain, by referring closely to the text, how this line (including the stage direction) links to the theme of class structure and shows Eliza’s feelings on the issue. (3) 9.3 Refer to lines 4 to 5: “A woman who utters such depressing and disgusting sounds has no right to be anywhere- no right to live.” What does Higgins’ response reveal about his attitude towards Eliza and those of her class? (2) 9.4 Refer to lines 16 to 29: “Well, sir, in three months I could pass that girl off as a duchess at an ambassador’s garden party. I could even get her a place as lady’s maid or shop assistant, which requires better English.” Higgins has a simple plan which will highlight his skills. To what extent does Eliza exceed the objectives he lays out in these lines?  (3) 9.5 Explain the significant role that Pickering plays in Eliza’s transformation. Support your answer with evidence from the play. (3)     [13]

QUESTION 6 – ESSAY QUESTION Diamond Boy is the story of a young man who succumbs to greed but finds his way out through a transformative journey in search of his missing sister, in search of freedom, and in search of himself. Patson’s journey would not be possible if it were not for other key characters who help him along the way. Discuss the impact that THREE characters have on Patson’s life and how they help him on this transformative journey. Write a well-constructed essay of 400 – 450 words (2 – 2½ pages). (25)

QUESTION 7 – CONTEXTUAL QUESTIONS DIAMOND BOY – EXTRACT B 7.4 Refer to line 1. “Wake up, Patson,” Grace whispered into my ear. The narrative has come full circle. Recall and describe a similar scene from the novel. (2) 7.5 Refer to lines 4 – 5. For a brief moment, I saw hints of my mother in her eyes and my father in the shape of her cheekbones. It all had the feeling of a dream… The theme of dreams is evident throughout the novel. Briefly explain how this theme presents in this extract. (3) 7.6 Provide an outline of Patson’s character development throughout the novel, considering the conclusion to the narrative.  (4) 7.7 Multiple Choice Question. Consider the following message left by Arves in Patson’s diary, on the last page: Yah, half-prince, I know you are going to make it. Even though it looks bad now, you’re going to be alright. Did I ever lie to you? No. So believe, Patson! And it will be good again because the Geez are in the Knees. That’s all I’m saying and somebody as “bright” as you should know what I’m talking about. You’re my best friend, Patson, always will be, till the day I die.ARVES!   The above cryptic message means the following: a) Patson just has to keep moving to succeed and shine bright. b) Patson just needs to look inside the wound (his knee) and he will find wealth. c) Patson just needs to look at the Geez and he will be bright. d) Patson just has to be the bees’ knees to Arves and he will shine bright. (2) 7.8 True or False: The novelist makes use of a chronological timeline in Diamond Boy. Provide a reason and evidence from the novel for your answer. Consider this extract (Arve’s message) as well as the novel. (2) 7.9 Recall how Grace, Patson and Boubacar honour Joseph Moyo’s memory. (1) 7.10 Consider the novel as a whole.Do you think the title is appropriate? Provide a reason for your answer. Remember to base your answer on the novel. (2)   TOTAL SECTION B: [25]

3.1 Comment les parents perçoivent leurs ados? Donnez un détail.  (1)

QUESTION 8 – ESSAY QUESTION The female characters in Pygmalion span the class divide highlighting class disparities/differences but in some cases also challenging the norms of the time. Discuss this statement with reference to Eliza’s character and two other female characters. Write a well-constructed essay of 400 – 450 words (2 – 2½ pages). (25)