Read Text A, Mining is riven with violence and business is complicit, and then answer Questions 1(a)–(e) on this question paper.(a) Name two minerals the independent miners are searching for
(b) Using your own words, explain what the text means by:(i) ‘is not issued by any government’(ii) ‘primary beneficiaries.’
(c) Re-read paragraph 3, (‘Ore becomes metal.. pounds..’)Give two reasons why the minerals are mined by the groups.
(d) Re-read paragraph 4, (‘If you have ever wondered… protection.’).(i) Identify two things the armed groups spend money on.(ii) Explain how the armed groups make their money.
(e) Re-read paragraph 7, (‘This illicit trade… still prevails.’).Using your own words, explain why violent mining groups can continue with their illegal methods and practices
Read Text B,“Blood Diamond” Review: Wishing things were otherwise, in the insert and then answer Question 1(f) on this question paper. (f) According to Text B, what made the movie so enjoyable and what real-life social problems does it present?You must use continuous writing (not note form) and use your own words as far as possible.Your summary should not be more than 120 words.Up to 10 marks are available for the content of your answer and up to 5 marks for the quality of your writing.
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