Question 50
NECO_MODEL_QUESTIONS_VOL1
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2023
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ENGLISH_LANGUAGE
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objective
The motion is: "This House would ban the use of plastic bags." Provide two strong arguments supporting the motion and one plausible counter‑argument that opponents might raise.
Answer Options
A.
Supporting arguments: (1) Plastic bags decompose within weeks, making them an eco‑friendly option. (2) A ban would create a shortage of affordable packaging for food safety. Counter‑argument: Opponents may argue that consumers will quickly switch to reusable bags despite their higher cost.
Correct Answer
B.
Supporting arguments: (1) Plastic bags cause severe marine pollution; banning them protects wildlife and ecosystems. (2) They are non‑biodegradable, filling landfills for centuries; a ban encourages reusable alternatives and reduces waste‑management costs. Counter‑argument: Opponents may claim that a ban inconveniences consumers and raises costs for small retailers who rely on cheap plastic bags.
C.
Supporting arguments: (1) Plastic bags are crucial for medical sterilization, so banning them could jeopardize health safety. (2) They are produced from renewable plant‑based polymers, making them sustainable. Counter‑argument: Opponents may suggest that the ban would increase litter from alternative materials such as cotton or jute bags.
D.
Supporting arguments: (1) Plastic bags are inexpensive and provide employment for many workers; banning them would hurt the economy. (2) They are widely recycled, so there is no environmental need for a ban. Counter‑argument: Opponents may claim that bans would force consumers to use paper bags, which have a larger carbon footprint than plastic.
Correct Answer
B
Correct Option:
Supporting arguments: (1) Plastic bags cause severe marine pollution; banning them protects wildlife and ecosystems. (2) They are non‑biodegradable, filling landfills for centuries; a ban encourages reusable alternatives and reduces waste‑management costs. Counter‑argument: Opponents may claim that a ban inconveniences consumers and raises costs for small retailers who rely on cheap plastic bags.
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This is
Neco Model Questions Vol1
2023
English Language
Question 50.
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2023
Neco Model Questions Vol1
English Language
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Difficulty level:
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