ENGLISH FIRST ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE P1 QUESTION 5: LANGUAGE AND EDITING SKILLS 5.1 Read the passage (TEXT F) below, which has some deliberate errors, and answer the set questions. TEXT F 1 2 E) 3 4 (t) 5 (t) SHOULD I TAKE A GAP YEAR? Taking a gap year after high school is becoming more and more populer. Some people even argue that a gap year should be compulsory for all students! Despite the advantages of taking a gap year, many students do not fully understand the concept. You may believe it involves travelling aimlessly and wasting time - but that is a common misconce option . A gap year is when you take a year off, between high school and college. Instead of beginning college while you finish high school, you would start the following year, Gap years give students a break from academics., It is usually a time to 10 discover yourself and consider what kind of education and career you want to pursue. It can take many forms for example you could work, complete a internship, volunteer or travel. You can do these activities independently or as part of a gap year programme. Taking a gap year is not for everyone as it can cost quite a few penny. It is 15 worth considering how a gap year could effect your finances before you decide whether to take one or not. [Adapted from www.globalcitizen.org 5.1.1 Correct the SINGLE error in EACH of the following sentences. Write down ONLY the question numbers and the words you have corrected. (a) Taking a gap year after high school is becoming more and more populer. (1) (b) Instead of beginning college while you finish high school, you would start the following year. (1) (c) It can take many forms for example you could work, complete a internship, volunteer or travel. (1) (d) It is worth considering how a gap year could effect your finances before you decide whether to take one or not. (1)