Question 73
NECO_MODEL_QUESTIONS_VOL1
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2020
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ENGLISH_LANGUAGE
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objective
Given the motion "This House would ban the use of plastic bags in all supermarkets", outline two distinct arguments supporting the motion and two distinct arguments opposing it, each in one sentence.
Answer Options
Correct Answer
A.
Support 1: Plastic bags contribute heavily to environmental pollution, clogging waterways and harming wildlife. Support 2: Banning them encourages consumers to adopt reusable alternatives, reducing overall waste. Oppose 1: Plastic bags are cheap and convenient, especially for low‑income shoppers who may not afford reusable options. Oppose 2: An outright ban could strain supermarket operations and increase costs for businesses that must provide alternative packaging.
B.
Support 1: Plastic bags can be easily recycled into new products, eliminating waste. Support 2: Their widespread use supports the petrochemical industry, vital for national growth. Oppose 1: A ban would disproportionately affect urban shoppers who rely on quick bagging. Oppose 2: Supermarkets could simply charge a small fee for bags, mitigating any environmental concerns.
C.
Support 1: Plastic bags provide a reliable barrier against rain, improving shopper comfort. Support 2: Their low cost helps keep grocery prices down for all consumers. Oppose 1: Banning them would lead to increased use of paper bags, which require more water to produce. Oppose 2: The ban would have negligible impact on pollution because most bags are recycled.
D.
Support 1: Plastic bags are made from renewable resources, making them environmentally friendly. Support 2: Banning them would force shoppers to use heavier metal containers, increasing carbon emissions. Oppose 1: Plastic bags are essential for preserving food freshness, reducing waste. Oppose 2: A ban would create jobs in the manufacturing of alternative packaging, boosting the economy.
Correct Answer
A
Correct Option:
Support 1: Plastic bags contribute heavily to environmental pollution, clogging waterways and harming wildlife. Support 2: Banning them encourages consumers to adopt reusable alternatives, reducing overall waste. Oppose 1: Plastic bags are cheap and convenient, especially for low‑income shoppers who may not afford reusable options. Oppose 2: An outright ban could strain supermarket operations and increase costs for businesses that must provide alternative packaging.
About This Question
This is
Neco Model Questions Vol1
2020
English Language
Question 73.
It is one of the
objective
questions from the
2020
Neco Model Questions Vol1
English Language
examination.
Difficulty level:
Hard
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