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TuitionGoWhere Practice Paper - Geography H2 A-Level
TuitionGoWhere Exam Practice (AI) — Version 1 of 5
Subject: Geography H2
Level: A-Level
Paper: Practice Paper (Resources Sustainability Focus)
Duration: 75 minutes
Total Marks: 60
Name: ______________________
Class: ______________________
Date: ______________________
Instructions
- This practice paper contains 20 questions on Resources & Sustainability.
- Answer all questions in the spaces provided.
- Use the resources provided (tables, figures, extracts) to support your answers.
- Marks for each question are shown in brackets [ ].
- Section marks and total marks are shown at the end of each section.
Section A: Source / Data-Based Questions (Questions 1–10) [30 marks]
Q1. Study Resource 1 below which shows the 2023 Environmental Performance Index (EPI) scores for four Southeast Asian cities.
| City | Air Quality (0–100) | Green Space (%) | Waste Mgmt (0–100) | Water Access (0–100) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Singapore | 88 | 47 | 92 | 99 |
| Jakarta | 54 | 22 | 61 | 84 |
| Bangkok | 61 | 31 | 70 | 90 |
| Manila | 49 | 19 | 58 | 81 |
Compare the scores for the four Southeast Asian cities shown in Resource 1. [5]
Q2. Describe the vegetation structure and mean biomass of a typical tropical rainforest in Borneo as shown in Resource 2.
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[3]
Q3. Explain the processes that have contributed to the formation of the karst landscape shown in Resource 3.
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Q4. Identify the type of mass movement hazard shown in Resource 4.
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Q5. Study Resource 5 which shows proven, conditional, and hypothetical reserves of lithium (in million tonnes) for three countries.
| Country | Proven | Conditional | Hypothetical |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chile | 9.3 | 4.1 | 2.0 |
| Australia | 6.2 | 1.5 | 0.8 |
| Argentina | 2.7 | 3.9 | 1.4 |
Define "proven reserves" and explain how they differ from "speculative reserves". [3]
Q6. Using Resource 6, account for the percentage of electronic waste recycled in Country X (35%) compared to Country Y (72%).
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Q7. Explain how renewable energy management through solar power can reduce fossil fuel dependence but face limitations for energy security. [4]
Q8. Study Resource 8 showing transboundary water conflict indicators between Nations A and B.
| Indicator | Nation A | Nation B |
|---|---|---|
| Upstream withdrawal (%) | 68 | 12 |
| Downstream scarcity index | 0.81 | 0.22 |
Suggest two reasons why Nation B may experience higher vulnerability in transboundary water management. [2]
Q9. Describe one economic challenge and one political challenge limiting progress towards sustainable development. [3]
Q10. Using the concept of ecosystem services, explain how habitat destruction compromises provisioning services. [3]
Section A Total: 30 marks
Section B: Structured & Short Answer (Questions 11–15) [15 marks]
Q11. State one difference between Malthus' and Boserup's views on resource limits. [1]
Q12. Name the four categories of ecosystem services. [2]
Q13. A country extracts 120 million barrels of oil per year. Its proven reserves are 1,200 million barrels. Calculate how many years the proven reserves will last at current extraction rate. Show your working. [2]
Q14. Explain how invasive species can reduce regulating ecosystem services. [3]
Q15. Suggest two management strategies for extractive industries to reduce social impacts. [2]
Section B Total: 15 marks
Section C: Extended Response (Questions 16–20) [15 marks]
Q16. "Technology will always overcome resource scarcity." To what extent do you agree with this statement? Use Boserup's and Malthus' views in your answer. [3]
Q17. Evaluate the trade-offs between hydropower development and environmental conservation in tropical river basins. [3]
Q18. Compare the success of two transboundary water management strategies using examples. [3]
Q19. Explain how variations in demand and technology change what is considered a provisioning service over time and space. [3]
Q20. Assess the extent to which sustainable development goals can be measured using quantitative indicators. [3]
Section C Total: 15 marks
Total Marks: 60
Answers
TuitionGoWhere Practice Paper - Geography H2 A-Level (Version 1) Answer Key
Subject: Geography H2
Level: A-Level
Paper: Practice Paper (Resources Sustainability Focus)
Total Marks: 60
Section A Answers (30 marks)
Q1. [5 marks] Compare the four SEA cities (Resource 1).
- Singapore scores highest in all dimensions: Air 88, Green 47%, Waste 92, Water 99. [1]
- Jakarta, Bangkok, Manila lag; Manila lowest in air (49), green (19%), waste (58), water (81). [1]
- Bangkok performs best among the three lower cities (air 61, waste 70, water 90). [1]
- Jakarta exceeds Manila in air (54 vs 49) and waste (61 vs 58) but both below Bangkok. [1]
- Pattern: city-state (Singapore) outperforms large developing metros; water access uniformly high (>80) but air/green/waste vary widely. [1] Teaching note: Use comparative language (higher/lower than). Reference all 4 cities and all 4 indicators. Common mistake: listing numbers without comparing.
Q2. [3 marks] Vegetation structure & biomass (Resource 2).
- Four layers: emergent (~45 m, sparse tall trees), continuous canopy (~30 m, dense), understory (sparse shrubs), forest floor. [1]
- Structure: tall, dense continuous canopy intercepts light; emergent breaks canopy. [1]
- Mean biomass = 450 tonnes per hectare. [1] Teaching note: Describe vertical structure not species. State biomass with unit t/ha.
Q3. [7 marks] Karst formation (Resource 3).
- Limestone = soluble carbonate rock vulnerable to dissolution. [1]
- Rain + CO₂ → weak carbonic acid (H₂CO₃) infiltrates via joints/bedding. [1]
- Chemical weathering: CaCO₃ + H₂CO₃ → Ca(HCO₃)₂ (dissolved). [1]
- Percolation enlarges joints → cavities/caves over long timescale. [1]
- Subsurface erosion by underground river deepens system. [1]
- Surface sinkhole forms when cave roof collapses. [1]
- Tropical rainfall accelerates rate. [1] Teaching note: Must link water + chemistry + time. Avoid generic weathering.
Q4. [2 marks] Mass movement = slump (rotational slide).
- Curved failure surface, rotated block, toe accumulation. [1]
- Type: slump. [1]
Q5. [3 marks] Reserves.
- Proven: scientifically measured, economically extractable at current tech. [1]
- Speculative: undiscovered, uncertain existence/quantity. [1]
- Difference: proven = known & viable; speculative = inferred only. [1]
Q6. [5 marks] E-waste recycling (Resource 6).
- Country X low (35%) due to weak policy, few collection points (50). [2]
- Country Y high (72%) due to strong policy, 300 points infrastructure. [2]
- Conclusion: institutional capacity drives rate gap. [1]
Q7. [4 marks] Solar power.
- Reduces fossil use by generating clean electricity during day. [1]
- Limitations: intermittent (no sun at night), needs storage. [1]
- Land use conflict, grid integration cost. [1]
- Thus energy security not fully assured without mix. [1]
Q8. [2 marks] Nation B vulnerability.
- Downstream (12% withdrawal) so reliant on A's release. [1]
- High scarcity index 0.81 = physical water stress. [1]
Q9. [3 marks] Challenges.
- Economic: short-term growth prioritised over green investment. [1.5]
- Political: conflicting national interests, weak enforcement. [1.5]
Q10. [3 marks] Habitat destruction.
- Provisioning = food, water, raw materials. [1]
- Destruction removes habitats → less fish, timber, crops. [1]
- Reduces supply of provisioning outputs. [1]
Section A Total: 30
Section B Answers (15 marks)
Q11. [1] Malthus: limits from nature; Boserup: tech expands base. (any one difference)
Q12. [2] Provisioning, regulating, cultural, support. (0.5 each)
Q13. [2] Years = 1200 / 120 = 10 years. [1 for working, 1 for answer]
Q14. [3] Invasive species.
- Outcompete natives → fewer pollinators/predators. [1]
- Disrupt nutrient cycles. [1]
- Reduce flood/erosion control (regulating). [1]
Q15. [2] Strategies: local employment, community consultation, resettlement compensation. (1 each)
Section B Total: 15
Section C Answers (15 marks)
Q16. [3] Extent agree.
- Boserup: tech expands (e.g., fertiliser). [1]
- Malthus: finite limits, uneven access. [1]
- Verdict: partially true, not always (access gap). [1]
Q17. [3] Trade-offs.
- Hydropower = low-carbon energy. [1]
- But blocks fish, floods forest (loss regulating/provisioning). [1]
- Trade-off: energy vs ecology; mitigate by run-of-river. [1]
Q18. [3] Strategies.
- Treaty (Mekong commission) partial success. [1.5]
- Joint authority better but politics limit. [1.5]
Q19. [3] Provisioning variation.
- Demand: palm oil now provisioning due to demand. [1]
- Tech: fracking made shale gas provisioning. [1]
- Space: arid areas value groundwater more. [1]
Q20. [3] SDG measurement.
- Quantitative targets (poverty %) allow tracking. [1]
- But social inclusion hard to quantify. [1]
- Mixed indicators needed. [1]
Section C Total: 15 Total: 60
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