Question 9
GCE_MODEL_QUESTIONS_VOL1
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2018
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ENGLISH_LANGUAGE
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objective
You are to deliver the opening statement for a debate on the motion: "This house would ban the use of plastic bags." Write a persuasive opening (maximum 100 words) that includes a hook, a clear claim supporting the ban, and a concrete example to illustrate your point.
Answer Options
A.
Think of the countless times a plastic bag saved a meal from spilling. Banning plastic bags would create unnecessary waste as people switch to paper, which has a larger carbon footprint. In Germany, where plastic bags remain legal, recycling rates are 85 %, demonstrating that a ban is not needed. Consequently, this house should oppose a plastic‑bag ban.
B.
Imagine a world where every shopper carries a reusable tote—no plastic bags at all. Banning plastic bags would force consumers to buy expensive alternatives, hurting low‑income families. In the United States, the 2020 ban on plastic bags raised grocery costs by 15 %, showing the policy's economic damage. Therefore, this house should keep plastic bags available.
C.
Picture a bustling market where plastic bags keep produce fresh and customers happy. Banning plastic bags would cripple small businesses that rely on cheap packaging. After the 2018 ban in India, street vendors reported a 40 % drop in sales due to higher packaging costs. Hence, this house should reject any ban on plastic bags.
Correct Answer
D.
Every year, over 1 billion plastic bags drown our oceans, killing marine life and polluting coastlines. For this reason, this house should ban plastic bags. In Kenya, the 2017 ban reduced plastic waste by 70 % within two years, proving that decisive action works. Let us follow that example and protect our planet for future generations.
Correct Answer
D
Correct Option:
Every year, over 1 billion plastic bags drown our oceans, killing marine life and polluting coastlines. For this reason, this house should ban plastic bags. In Kenya, the 2017 ban reduced plastic waste by 70 % within two years, proving that decisive action works. Let us follow that example and protect our planet for future generations.
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Gce Model Questions Vol1
2018
English Language
Question 9.
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2018
Gce Model Questions Vol1
English Language
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Difficulty level:
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