ENGLISH 0058,01 October 2023 | Cambridge Primary Checkpoint Past Papers and Mark Schemes
The exam paper evaluates comprehension and persuasive writing skills using texts focused on animal sleep behaviors and persuasive arguments about health benefits. The Reading section examines the use of literary devices, vocabulary, and text features to convey information about sleep patterns in animals and persuasive strategies in health-focused writing. Key elements include analysis of synonyms, figurative language, and rhetorical techniques. The Writing section challenges students to craft a persuasive article promoting small, impactful changes to improve the world, emphasizing audience engagement, structured arguments, and effective language use. Assessment highlights critical thinking, analytical interpretation, and persuasive communication.