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Holidays, travel and tourism: Sample answers and marking criteria

Note: These are sample answers only, and do not necessarily represent the only correct answer (with the exception of multiple choice).

Item 1 (1 mark)

Where would you hear this announcement? (1 mark)

Marking criteria

Answer A: on a plane

1 mark

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Item 2 (3 marks)

Why does the couple need to hurry? (3 marks)

Marking criteria

Demonstrates a good understanding of why the couple needs to hurry	3 marks
Demonstrates some understanding of why the couple needs to hurry	2 marks
Provides some relevant information	1 mark

Sample answer
The concert starts in 45 minutes and they won’t make it if they go by car. They need to go now to walk to the train station.

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Item 3 (3 marks)

Complete the hotel booking form for this guest. (3 marks)

Marking criteria

Demonstrates a good understanding of the guest’s details	3 marks
Demonstrates some understanding of the guest’s details	2 marks
Provides some relevant information	1 mark

Sample answer

Last name:	VÖLKER
Dates:	7th and 8th June
Type of room:	Double with shower
Total cost:	160 Euros

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Item 4 (3 marks)

Why is Susi so excited about the holidays? (3 marks)

Marking criteria

Demonstrates a good understanding of why Susi is excited about the holidays	3 marks
Demonstrates some understanding of why Susi is excited about the holidays	2 marks
Provides some relevant information	1 mark

Sample answer
They’re going to stay in a holiday house right on the beach and she can go sailing and fishing. She’s allowed to take some friends with her.

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Item 5 (3 marks)

You have just stayed in the holiday house advertised.
Complete this excerpt from your diary with ONE activity for each time of day. (3 marks)

Marking criteria

Demonstrates a good understanding of the activities for each time of day	3 marks
Demonstrates some understanding of the activities for each time of day	2 marks
Provides some relevant information	1 mark

Sample answer
Mornings: had breakfast on the balcony OR went for a walk
After lunch: swam in the pool (OR sunbathed)
Evening: watched the latest films

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Item 6 (2 marks)

Would Lara recommend a holiday on Sylt? (2 marks)

Marking criteria

Demonstrates a good understanding of whether or not Lara would recommend a holiday on Sylt	2 marks
Provides some relevant information	1 mark

Sample answer
No, the caravan they hired was very expensive and they had to pay to go swimming.
OR
Perhaps. Although the caravan they hired was expensive, the beaches were fantastic.

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