Question 18
IGCSE_MODEL_QUESTIONS_VOL1
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2024
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ENGLISH_LANGUAGE
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objective
Write a descriptive paragraph (about 130 words) describing a bustling market at dusk, using at least three of the five senses, and include two similes or metaphors.
Answer Options
Correct Answer
A.
As the sun slipped behind the rooftops, the market transformed into a kaleidoscope of lantern light, each glow flickering like fireflies trapped in glass jars. The air throbbed with the clamor of haggling voices, the metallic clang of copper pots, and the rhythmic shuffling of woven baskets. Aromas of spiced kebabs, sweet mangoes, and fresh coriander swirled together, intoxicating the senses as if the market itself were a giant, fragrant stew. Warmth radiated from the simmering broth stalls, and the rough texture of burlap sacks brushed against hurried hands. The whole scene pulsed with life, a living tapestry woven from sight, sound, smell and touch.
B.
Morning light flooded the market as vendors arranged their wares. The stalls were stocked with vegetables, spices, and textiles. Customers walked by, examining the goods and chatting quietly. The atmosphere was busy but orderly.
C.
As the sun set, the market buzzed with voices and the smell of food. Stalls displayed bright fabrics and fresh fruit. The heat lingered, and the rough sacks brushed my hands as I walked past. The scene felt lively.
D.
At dusk the market turned into a sea of lanterns, each light dancing like tiny stars. The air was a symphony of colors, and the stalls sang with the rhythm of commerce. The atmosphere felt as sweet as honey, and the crowd moved like a river flowing through stone.
Correct Answer
A
Correct Option:
As the sun slipped behind the rooftops, the market transformed into a kaleidoscope of lantern light, each glow flickering like fireflies trapped in glass jars. The air throbbed with the clamor of haggling voices, the metallic clang of copper pots, and the rhythmic shuffling of woven baskets. Aromas of spiced kebabs, sweet mangoes, and fresh coriander swirled together, intoxicating the senses as if the market itself were a giant, fragrant stew. Warmth radiated from the simmering broth stalls, and the rough texture of burlap sacks brushed against hurried hands. The whole scene pulsed with life, a living tapestry woven from sight, sound, smell and touch.
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Igcse Model Questions Vol1
2024
English Language
Question 18.
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2024
Igcse Model Questions Vol1
English Language
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