Level 3 Geography (90704) 2011 Assessment Schedule

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Assessment Schedule – 2011

Geography: Select and apply skills and ideas in a geographic context (90704)

Evidence Statement

Question

Achievement

Achievement with Merit

Achievement with Excellence

ONE
(a) / Describes the location of Abu Dhabi region in general terms.
Example:
· Abu Dhabi is on the northern coast of the United Arab Emirates.
· Abu Dhabi lies SW of Dubai.
s / Accurately describes the location of Abu Dhabi region using specifics.
Example:
· Abu Dhabi lies at latitude 24° 30’ N and 54° 20’ E (accept 20–35 N and
15–25 E).
· Abu Dhabi lies 125 km SW of Dubai, or 75 miles SW.
d
(b)
(See Appendix A). / EITHER:
An advantage of the natural landscape for economic growth is suggested. / An advantage of the natural landscape for economic growth is suggested. / An advantage of the natural landscape for economic growth is suggested in detail by clearly implying how it is positive for economic growth and by giving clear evidence relating to the resources.
OR:
A disadvantage of the natural landscape for economic growth is suggested.
s / AND
EITHER:
A disadvantage of the natural landscape for economic growth is suggested.
OR:
ONE of the above is done in detail by clearly implying how it is positive or negative for economic growth and by giving clear evidence relating to the resources.
d / AND
A disadvantage of the natural landscape for economic growth is suggested in detail by clearly implying how it is negative for economic growth and by giving clear evidence relating to the resources.
c
(c)
(See Appendix B). / The process is explained by:
· identifying at least TWO stages of the process / The process is explained in detail by:
· identifying at least THREE stages of the process / The process is comprehensively explained by:
· identifying and explaining in detail at least THREE stages of the process
AND
· using at least ONE example of specific information from the resources.
s / AND
· using several examples of specific information from the resources.
d / · using several examples of specific information from the resources.
AND
· the concept of sustainable economic growth is clearly identified.
c
Judgement for Question One / 3 s / 2 d + 1 s / 1 c + 2 d
TWO
(a)
(See Appendix C). / TWO examples of the following are explained:
· social change
· cultural change
· economic change
· environmental change.
s / EITHER:
TWO examples of the following are explained:
· social change
· cultural change
· economic change
· environmental change
and a clear indication of the nature of the change involved is given (depth).
OR:
THREE examples are explained (breadth):
· social change
· cultural change
· economic change
· environmental change.
d / THREE examples of the following are explained:
· social change
· cultural change
· economic change
· environmental change
using detail, specific information, and a clear indication of the nature of the change involved is given.
c
(b), (c), (d)
(See Appendix D). / Any TWO correct.
s / Any FOUR correct.
d / Any FIVE correct.
c
Judgement for Question Two / 2 s / 2 d / 1 c + 1 d
THREE
(See Appendix E). / THREE of the following are used:
· correct type of graph (line or positive / negative)
· axes even scale and labelled
· demand / supply identified
· title includes water issues / demand and supply + Abu Dhabi + 2006 to 2020
· accuracy (check one). / FIVE of the following are used:
· correct type of graph (line or positive / negative)
· axes even scale and labelled
· demand / supply identified
· title includes water issues / demand and supply + Abu Dhabi + 2006 to 2020
· accuracy (check one). / FIVE of the following are used:
· correct type of graph (line or positive / negative)
· axes even scale and labelled
· demand / supply identified
· title includes water issues / demand and supply + Abu Dhabi + 2006 to 2020
· accuracy (check one).
AND
Problem of water is identified in some way (area between supply and demand shaded / positive / negative graph, annotations, etc).
FOUR
(See Appendix F). / EITHER:
Identifies and explains ONE reason for changing demand AND ONE reason for changing supply.
OR:
Identifies and explains ONE reason in detail for changing supply OR demand using specific information from the resources. / EITHER:
Identifies and explains TWO reasons for changing demand AND TWO reasons for changing supply.
OR:
Identifies and explains ONE reason in detail for changing demand AND ONE reason in detail for changing supply, using specific information from the resources. / Identifies and explains at least TWO reasons in detail for changing demand.
AND
Identifies and explains at least TWO reasons in detail for changing supply using specific information from the resources throughout the answer.

Judgement Statement

Achievement

Achievement with Merit

Achievement with Excellence

3 A / 2 M + 1 A / 2 E + 1 M
Codes
s = Selected and applied skills and ideas
d = Selected and applied, in detail, skills and ideas
c = Selected and applied, comprehensively, skills and ideas
R = Repetition of an idea

Appendix A – Question One (b)

Answers could include, but are not limited to:

Evidence for advantages of Abu Dhabi’s natural landscape for economic growth. / · Land is very flat so is easy to build on and aids transportation. This is shown by the fact the highest spot altitude is only 138 m as shown in Resource E.
· It has an extensive coastline along the Persian Gulf that could be used for trade. This is shown by the many islands in Resource E as well as the satellite image in Resource D.
· There is extensive shallow water along the coastline that could be used for reclaimed land and port development. This is shown in the satellite image in Resource D, and the presence of developments such as Palm Jebel (Resource E).
· Coastal but dry climate makes it attractive for tourism that brings in money to the region. This can be seen by the development of a resort on Futaisi Island in Resource E.
(Note that the presence of oil is not shown in these resources, so cannot be used).
Evidence for disadvantages of natural landscape for economic growth. / · The landscape is mainly desert, and that would make it unpleasant to work in, leading to poor work output. This is evident from the fact that most of the landscape is sand (as shown in Resources A and B), the fact that there are only a few scattered oases like Liwa and Al Anin, and the presence of sandstorms (as shown in Resource C) that would affect transport.
· There is a lack of surface water that is needed for economic development. This is shown by the use of wells (such as Umm Az Zumul), and the fact that the only surface water present are salt marshes (such as Sabkhat Matti), as in Resource A.
· The presence of very shallow water as in Resource E and the satellite image in Resource D, means that it is a hindrance for shipping and port development. There are few deep-water channels like Khor Al Baghal that can be used.
· The desert sand and lack of water means it would be hard to grow crops. There is very little development away from the coastal strip as seen in Resources A and B.

Appendix B – Question One (c)

The main stages in the process of economic development include:

· Area was impoverished, especially once the cultured pearl industry grew in other parts of the world.

· Discovery of petroleum and gas reserves.

· Sheik uses the money to invest in basic infrastructure of the country such as housing, hospitals, schools,
transport and food.

· Diversification into establishing future sustainable industries like retail, industry and tourism.

· Sustainable development occurs, meaning they are no longer dependent on oil (a non-renewable resource).

Appendix C – Question Two (a)

Answers may include, but are not limited to:

Social change / · The population lived in mud huts in the 1950s. Today, they live in skyscrapers with modern luxuries.
· In the 1950s, the population consisted of only local Emirati people. Today there is an influx of immigrant workers and tourists, so that only 25 % of the population come from the UAE.
· In the 1950s, the population lived in mud huts with poor facilities. Today they have a high standard of living, with excellent health and education facilities available, and a welfare state.
Cultural change / · In the past, they were dominated by traditions like nomadic herding and pearl diving. Today the contact with Western ideas has made them turn their back on tradition.
· Many cultural ideas have changed, such as dress, as Western ideals have been adopted. In the past, women used to cover themselves, whereas young Emirati are starting to adopt Western dress codes.
Economic change / · There was a building boom in the 1970s, as mud huts were replaced by boutiques and skyscrapers.
· The population has changed from being impoverished to having high GDP and per capita incomes.
· The country has changed from having no tourists to being a world tourist resort. Attractions such as the Marina Circuit and Ferrari World, and the many first class hotels, keep the tourists coming to spend money here.
· A change from a reliance on pearl diving as a source of income to diversified industry, retailing and tourism, including exclusive hotels such as the The Emirates Palace.
Environmental change / · The desert has been greened by the planting of palms and extensive irrigation schemes.
· Land has been reclaimed from the sea for use as beachfront villas and golf courses.
· Visual pollution from the buildings changing the natural landscape.
· Landscape of sand had been altered to one of the skyscrapers.

Appendix D – Question Two (b), (c) and (d)

(b) /

Appendix E – Question Three

Appendix F – Question Four

Issues include:

· Problem of water supply

- Started with very little due to a lack of rainfall and permanent water. All underground.

- Overuse has led to salt infiltration, so water supply not usable.

- Use of desalination plants allowed some increase in supply, but future is doubtful as they are seen as environmentally unfriendly.

- Lack of reserve water – hold enough for only 24 hours.

- Very little of the water used is from recycled sources, so is a lot of wastage.

· Problem of water demand

- Big increase in demand due to increase in population and tourism.

- Big increase in use per capita as wealth and use of luxury goods increases.

- Water use on unnecessary development like greening desert, use of fountains, and golf courses for tourists.

- Largest demand is from farming due to policy of safeguarding food supplies through irrigation. Wrong crops are grown for climate.

- Lack of incentives to reduce use as do not pay for the water provided by the Sheik / state.