DEPARTMENT FOR CURRICULUM,

LIFELONG LEARNING AND EMPOLYABILITY

Directorate for Learning and Assessment Programmes
Educational Assessment Unit
Annual Examinations for Schools 2019

YEAR 9 EUROPEAN STUDIES TIME: 1h 30min

Name: ____________________________________ Class: _________________________

This examination paper consists of TWO parts, Part I and Part II. Candidates are to attempt
BOTH parts and to read carefully the instructions within each part.

PART I (Total 51 marks)

Choose any THREE sections from Part I and answer ALL the questions in the chosen sections.
Section 1 − Power and People

1. While the word ‘democracy’ is often associated with the right to participate in elections, there
is more to democracy than just voting. Discuss THREE other ways in which democracy can
be practised.

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________________________________________________________________________ (9 marks)

2. Give the meaning of the following words or phrases:

a. Universal suffrage

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______________________________________________________________ (2 marks)

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 b. Subsidiarity

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c. Political rights

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3. Give TWO examples of civil rights:

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Section 2 – Economic Development and Changes in Europe

1. Fill in the following blanks:

a. The ___________________ sector of the economy involves the extraction of raw

materials from the earth. Four activities associated with this sector are
____________________, ______________________, ______________________ and
_______________________. (5 marks)

b. The tertiary sector of the economy is also known as the ________________ industry.
Two types of jobs related to this sector are ___________________ and
______________________. (3 marks)

c. Metalworking and construction are activities associated with the __________________

sector of the economy. Other activities linked to this sector are ___________________
and ______________________. (3 marks)

d. The ____________________ sector of the economy consists of activities which are often
related to technological innovation. Other activities associated with this sector are
________________________ and _______________________. (3 marks)

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2. Explain the meaning of the word ‘cartel’ in relation to trade and commerce.

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________________________________________________________________________ (2 marks)

3. What type of trade does the EU promote?

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Section 3 – Demographic and Social Realities

1. Complete the following sentences:

a. Migration can be defined as _______________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________ (2 marks)
b. Chamonix has a reputation as being the _____________________________________
___________________________________________________________________ (2 marks)
c. The Costa del Sol is famous for _____________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________ (2 marks)
d. Population distribution is largely determined by rainfall since_____________________
___________________________________________________________________ (2 marks)
e. In mountainous regions population density is low because________________________
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2. Britain has always been a country of mixed races and cultures. Briefly discuss migration in
Britain following the Second World War.
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________________________________________________________________________ (7 marks)

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Section 4 – Europeans and their Environment

1. The marine environment is a precious asset and a great contributor to economic prosperity,
social well-being and quality of life. However, environmental degradation has negatively
impacted the fragile natural resources of the Mediterranean Sea and its coastal areas.

a. Identify the main pollutants of the Mediterranean Sea.

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___________________________________________________________________ (9 marks)

b. Discuss the effects of marine pollution on marine biodiversity and on human beings.

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Section 5 – The Cultural Heritage

1. World War II was the biggest and deadliest war in history, involving more than 30 countries.
Discuss.

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________________________________________________________________________ (9 marks)

2. The Renaissance was a period in European civilisation immediately following the Middle
Ages and characterised by interest in Classical scholarship and values.

a. What does the term ‘Renaissance’ mean?

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b. Which areas were impacted by this cultural movement?
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___________________________________________________________________ (3 marks)

c. Which TWO factors can be attributed to the peak of the Renaissance in the middle of the
15th century (High Renaissance)?
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 PART II

Answer any TWO questions in essay form.

Section 1 – Power and People

The four freedoms of the EU are the principles which govern the EU’s internal market. Discuss.
(17 marks)

Section 2 – Economic Development and Changes in Europe

E-commerce gives us unrestricted access to the products and services available in the international
market. Discuss the advantages offered by e-commerce to both sellers and consumers.

(17 marks)

Section 3 – Demographic and Social Realities

A combination of push and pull factors determine the migration of people from one country to
another. Discuss by making reference to such factors.

(17 marks)
Section 4 – Europeans and their Environment

Pollutants in the air aren’t always visible and come from many different sources. Discuss the
causes and effects of air pollution.
(17 marks)

Section 5 – The Cultural Heritage

The last decade has seen dramatic developments in telecommunication technology. These
developments have been vital to the growth of globalisation. Discuss the effects of globalisation
resulting from developments in the media.
(17 marks)

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