Secondary 4 Higher Chinese Language Use Quiz

Secondary 4 Higher Chinese Quiz - Language Use — Answer Key

Section A: Cloze Passage 综合填空 (10 marks)

1. (2) 负面
Answer: 2 [2 marks]
Marking note: "负面影响" (negative impact) is the correct collocation. Option (1) 正面 contradicts the context about mental health concerns. Options (3) 轻微 and (4) 短暂 do not fit the serious tone of the passage.

2. (3) 失落
Answer: 3 [2 marks]
Marking note: "焦虑和失落的情绪" (anxiety and feelings of loss/disappointment) is the correct pairing. Options (1) 兴奋 and (2) 满足 are positive emotions that contradict the context. Option (4) 平静 does not pair naturally with 焦虑.

3. (2) 控制
Answer: 2 [2 marks]
Marking note: "控制使用社交媒体的时间" (control the time spent on social media) is the logical recommendation. Options (1) 增加 and (4) 延长 would worsen the problem. Option (3) 忽略 is too passive.

4. (2) 定期
Answer: 2 [2 marks]
Marking note: "定期沟通" (regular communication) is the appropriate advice for parents. Options (1) 偶尔 and (3) 随意 suggest insufficient engagement. Option (4) 被动 contradicts the proactive role expected of parents.

5. (2) 指导
Answer: 2 [2 marks]
Marking note: "给予适当的指导" (provide appropriate guidance) fits the supportive parental role. Options (1) 批评 and (3) 惩罚 are too harsh. Option (4) 奖励 is not contextually appropriate for addressing social media concerns.

Section B: Word Replacement 词语替换 (10 marks)

6.
Inappropriate word/phrase: 了解 [1 mark]
Suitable replacement: 理解 [1 mark]
Marking note: "了解" (to know about) is too superficial for understanding a math problem. "理解" (to comprehend/understand deeply) is more appropriate. Accept: 掌握, 明白.

7.
Inappropriate word/phrase: 活泼 [1 mark]
Suitable replacement: 消沉 / 沮丧 / 低落 [1 mark]
Marking note: "活泼" (lively/cheerful) contradicts the context of being upset about missing an exam. A word expressing low spirits is required. Accept any reasonable antonym of 活泼 that fits the context.

8.
Inappropriate word/phrase: 浪费 [1 mark]
Suitable replacement: 查阅 / 搜集 / 收集 / 查找 [1 mark]
Marking note: "浪费资料" (wasting materials) is illogical in the context of preparing for a speech. A verb meaning to search for or gather information is needed. Accept any reasonable replacement.

9.
Inappropriate word/phrase: 冷清 [1 mark]
Suitable replacement: 兴隆 / 红火 / 兴旺 / 热闹 [1 mark]
Marking note: "冷清" (deserted/quiet) contradicts the description of a restaurant attracting many customers. A word meaning prosperous or bustling is required. Accept any reasonable antonym of 冷清.

10.
Inappropriate word/phrase: 寂静 [1 mark]
Suitable replacement: 热烈 / 活跃 / 热闹 [1 mark]
Marking note: "寂静" (silent) contradicts the description of students actively sharing opinions. A word meaning lively or heated (in a positive discussion sense) is required. Accept any reasonable antonym of 寂静.

Section C: Vocabulary in Context 语境词汇 (10 marks)

11. (2) 镇定
Answer: 2 [2 marks]
Marking note: "表现得非常镇定" (remained very calm) is the correct collocation. The phrase "没有一丝慌乱" (without a trace of panic) confirms that a word meaning calm/composed is needed.

12. (3) 离奇
Answer: 3 [2 marks]
Marking note: "情节离奇曲折" (bizarre and twisting plot) is a common collocation describing an engaging story. Options (1) 简单, (2) 平淡, and (4) 直白 all suggest simplicity, which contradicts "欲罢不能" (unable to stop reading).

13. (2) 珍惜
Answer: 2 [2 marks]
Marking note: "珍惜资源" (cherish/conserve resources) is the correct collocation. The phrase "避免不必要的浪费" (avoid unnecessary waste) confirms the meaning. Options (1) 消耗 and (4) 挥霍 contradict conservation. Option (3) 忽视 is too passive.

14. (2) 实现
Answer: 2 [2 marks]
Marking note: "实现了自己的梦想" (realised one's dream) is a standard collocation. Options (1) 放弃 contradicts the achievement described. Options (3) 遗忘 and (4) 怀疑 do not fit the context of accomplishment.

15. (3) 叮嘱
Answer: 3 [2 marks]
Marking note: "叮嘱" (earnestly advise/warn) carries the appropriate tone of caring concern from a teacher. Option (1) 警告 is too harsh. Option (2) 吩咐 implies giving orders. Option (4) 命令 is too authoritative for a teacher-student relationship.

Section D: Sentence Completion 完成句子 (10 marks)

16.
Answer: 气馁 / 放弃 / 灰心 [2 marks]
Marking note: The sentence structure "不应该...而应该..." (should not... but should...) requires a word meaning to be discouraged or to give up. Accept: 气馁, 放弃, 灰心, 泄气. Award 2 marks for any appropriate word that fits the context and grammar. Award 1 mark if the word is semantically close but not ideal. Award 0 marks for inappropriate or blank answers.

17.
Answer: 兴趣 [2 marks]
Marking note: "有着浓厚的兴趣" (have a strong interest in) is a standard collocation. Accept: 兴趣. Also accept: 热忱, 爱好 (though 兴趣 is the most natural fit). Award 2 marks for 兴趣. Award 1 mark for acceptable alternatives. Award 0 marks for inappropriate answers.

18.
Answer: 冒犯 / 打扰 / 影响 [2 marks]
Marking note: "以免...他人" (so as not to... others) requires a verb meaning to offend, disturb, or negatively affect. Accept: 冒犯, 打扰, 影响, 妨碍. Award 2 marks for any appropriate word. Award 1 mark for semantically close but less precise answers. Award 0 marks for inappropriate answers.

19.
Answer: 发展 / 进步 [2 marks]
Marking note: "科技的发展/进步" (the development/advancement of technology) is a standard collocation. Accept: 发展, 进步, 发达. Award 2 marks for 发展 or 进步. Award 1 mark for acceptable alternatives. Award 0 marks for inappropriate answers.

20.
Answer: 爱 [2 marks]
Marking note: "父母对孩子的爱" (parents' love for their children) is the most natural collocation, especially with the descriptor "无私的" (selfless). Accept: 爱, 关爱, 爱护. Award 2 marks for 爱. Award 1 mark for acceptable alternatives. Award 0 marks for inappropriate answers.

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