AQA_2024: A-level Panjabi - Paper 1
Reading and Writing.
(Merged Question Paper and Marking Scheme)
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Centre number Candidate number
Surname
Forename(s)
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A-level
PANJABI
Paper 1 Reading and Writing
Wednesday 22 May 2024 Afternoon Time allowed: 2 hours 30 minutes
Instructions For Examiner’s Use
You must not use a dictionary.
Question Mark
Use black ink or black ball-point pen.
Fill in the boxes at the top of this page. 1
Answer all questions in Section A and one question in Section B.
You must answer the questions in the spaces provided. Do not write outside 2
the box around each page or on blank pages. 3
If you need extra space for your answer(s), use the lined pages at the end of
this book. Write the question number against your answer(s). 4
Do all rough work in this book. Cross through any work you do not want to be 5
marked.
6
Information 7
The marks for questions are shown in brackets.
The maximum mark for this paper is 85. 8
You should note that the quality of your written language in both Panjabi and 9
English will be taken into account when marks are awarded.
In the summary question you should write no more than 90 words. You TOTAL
should write in full sentences, using your own words as far as possible.
This paper is divided into two sections:
Section A Reading and Translation 45 marks
Section B Writing (Research Project) 40 marks.
Advice
You are advised to allocate your time as follows:
Reading and Translation 1 hour 15 minutes approximately
Writing (Research Project) 1 hour 15 minutes approximately.
,For A-Level Panjabi Paper 1: Reading and Writing, focus on the following key areas:
1. Reading Comprehension:
Understand Texts: Practice reading a variety of texts in Panjabi, including articles, short stories,
and extracts from novels or poems. Focus on identifying key themes, arguments, and ideas.
Vocabulary and Grammar: Build a strong vocabulary and understanding of grammatical structures.
Be able to translate and explain unfamiliar words and phrases within the context of the text.
Interpretation: Practice answering questions that ask you to interpret the meaning of specific
passages, identifying literary techniques such as metaphors, similes, or symbolism.
2. Writing Skills:
Essay Writing: Practice writing essays on various topics, focusing on clarity, coherence, and
structure. Your essay should have an introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion.
Descriptive and Narrative Writing: Work on writing descriptive essays that paint vivid pictures or
narrating stories effectively. Focus on using appropriate adjectives, verbs, and stylistic techniques to
engage the reader.
Argumentative Writing: Develop the ability to present a balanced argument on topics of cultural,
social, or historical relevance. Make sure to support your arguments with examples and
counterarguments.
Letter Writing: Practice writing formal and informal letters in Panjabi, using the correct tone and
appropriate conventions for each type.
3. Grammar and Syntax:
Sentence Construction: Focus on constructing grammatically correct sentences, paying attention
to word order, tenses, and gender agreements.
Verb Conjugation: Review the conjugation of regular and irregular verbs across different tenses
(past, present, future).
Noun-Adjective Agreement: Understand the agreement between nouns and adjectives in terms of
gender and number in Panjabi.
4. Cultural Awareness:
Cultural Context: Ensure you have knowledge of Panjabi culture, history, and traditions, as this
often informs the content of the texts you read and write about.
Language Variations: Be aware of dialectal differences and how they might influence reading and
writing comprehension.
By mastering these areas, you will be well-prepared for the Reading and Writing paper in A-Level
Panjabi. Practice is key to improving both your comprehension and written expression.
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Section A
Reading and Translation
Answer all questions in the spaces provided.
0 1 mharaja rxjIq isNG
mharaja rxjIq isNG wI jIvnI bare daktr gurwIp kOr we ilKe iz<k irsrc pepr
wa izh ]NS pfHo . varqa pfH ke heT ilKe pRSnA we [u>qr pNjabI iv<c ilKo .
mharaja rxjIq isNG, ijnHA ¥ ‘Ser-ze-pNjab’ we nA nal jaix]a jAwa hE, ne 1799 iv<c
is<K raj wI nIMh r<KI . [unHA ne Barq we [u>qr-p<CmI izlake qe lgBg 40 sal raj
kIqa . [uh wUrwrSI hI nhIM blik iw]alU vI sn ]qe sare WrmA wa ]awr krwe sn .
[unHA we raj wrbar iv<c is<KA qoM izlava muslman, ihNwU ]qe zIsazI WrmA we lok vI
[u>ce ]huiw]A qe inyukq sn pr nOkrI]A Wrm we ]aWar qe nhIM blik yogqa we
]aWar qe iw<qI]A jAwI]A sn .
]apxI rajnIqk sUJ-bUJ ]qe qakq nal BaveM mharaja rxjIq isNG ne lahOr,
ipSavr, kSmIr ]qe hor kzI mugl hkUmq vale izlake ]apxe ]WIn kr lze sn, iPr
vI [unHA ne iznHA izlaik]A wI prja qe kozI ]<iq]acar nhIM hox iw<qa ]qe na hI wUsre
WrmA we lokA qe is<K Wrm Qopx wI kozI koiSS kIqI . lahOr ¥ ij<qx qoM ba]w mharaja
rxjIq isNG ne [u>QoM wI sunihrI msijw, ijs [u>qe gEr-muslmanA ne kbẸa kIqa
hoiz]a sI, ¥ muf muslmanA we hvale kIqa . lahOr we ‘hẸrq waqa gNj bKS’ ]qe
‘mOj-ze-wir]a’ vrge mkbir]A wI murNmq vI rajsI KẸane qoM rkm we ke krvazI gzI .
inrWn ]qe lofvNw lokA we izlaj lzI [unHA ne lahOr ivKe iz<k muPq hspqal vI
KulHvaiz]a ]qe [us wI weK-Bal lzI ]apxe in<jI hkIm nUr[u>wIn ¥ inyukq kIqa .
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0 1 . 1 varqa iv<coM mharaja rxjIq isNG we raj iv<c sair]A ¥ nOkrI]A we brabr mOke imlx
wa kI sbUq imlwa hE ?
[1 mark]
0 1 . 2 mharaja rxjIq isNG ne ]apxe ij<qe hoze KeqrA we lokA nal ikho ijha ivvhar kIqa ?
[1 mark]
0 1 . 3 mharaja rxjIq isNG ne lahOr ij<qx qoM ba]w Warimk ]sQanA wI piv<qrqa ikveM
bxazI r<KI ? wo g<lA ilKo .
[2 marks]
0 1 . 4 ẸrUrqmNw ]qe grIb lokA lzI mharaja rxjIq isNG ne kI [uprala kIqa ?
[1 mark]
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Reading and Writing.
(Merged Question Paper and Marking Scheme)
Please write clearly in block capitals.
Centre number Candidate number
Surname
Forename(s)
Candidate signature
I declare this is my own work.
A-level
PANJABI
Paper 1 Reading and Writing
Wednesday 22 May 2024 Afternoon Time allowed: 2 hours 30 minutes
Instructions For Examiner’s Use
You must not use a dictionary.
Question Mark
Use black ink or black ball-point pen.
Fill in the boxes at the top of this page. 1
Answer all questions in Section A and one question in Section B.
You must answer the questions in the spaces provided. Do not write outside 2
the box around each page or on blank pages. 3
If you need extra space for your answer(s), use the lined pages at the end of
this book. Write the question number against your answer(s). 4
Do all rough work in this book. Cross through any work you do not want to be 5
marked.
6
Information 7
The marks for questions are shown in brackets.
The maximum mark for this paper is 85. 8
You should note that the quality of your written language in both Panjabi and 9
English will be taken into account when marks are awarded.
In the summary question you should write no more than 90 words. You TOTAL
should write in full sentences, using your own words as far as possible.
This paper is divided into two sections:
Section A Reading and Translation 45 marks
Section B Writing (Research Project) 40 marks.
Advice
You are advised to allocate your time as follows:
Reading and Translation 1 hour 15 minutes approximately
Writing (Research Project) 1 hour 15 minutes approximately.
,For A-Level Panjabi Paper 1: Reading and Writing, focus on the following key areas:
1. Reading Comprehension:
Understand Texts: Practice reading a variety of texts in Panjabi, including articles, short stories,
and extracts from novels or poems. Focus on identifying key themes, arguments, and ideas.
Vocabulary and Grammar: Build a strong vocabulary and understanding of grammatical structures.
Be able to translate and explain unfamiliar words and phrases within the context of the text.
Interpretation: Practice answering questions that ask you to interpret the meaning of specific
passages, identifying literary techniques such as metaphors, similes, or symbolism.
2. Writing Skills:
Essay Writing: Practice writing essays on various topics, focusing on clarity, coherence, and
structure. Your essay should have an introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion.
Descriptive and Narrative Writing: Work on writing descriptive essays that paint vivid pictures or
narrating stories effectively. Focus on using appropriate adjectives, verbs, and stylistic techniques to
engage the reader.
Argumentative Writing: Develop the ability to present a balanced argument on topics of cultural,
social, or historical relevance. Make sure to support your arguments with examples and
counterarguments.
Letter Writing: Practice writing formal and informal letters in Panjabi, using the correct tone and
appropriate conventions for each type.
3. Grammar and Syntax:
Sentence Construction: Focus on constructing grammatically correct sentences, paying attention
to word order, tenses, and gender agreements.
Verb Conjugation: Review the conjugation of regular and irregular verbs across different tenses
(past, present, future).
Noun-Adjective Agreement: Understand the agreement between nouns and adjectives in terms of
gender and number in Panjabi.
4. Cultural Awareness:
Cultural Context: Ensure you have knowledge of Panjabi culture, history, and traditions, as this
often informs the content of the texts you read and write about.
Language Variations: Be aware of dialectal differences and how they might influence reading and
writing comprehension.
By mastering these areas, you will be well-prepared for the Reading and Writing paper in A-Level
Panjabi. Practice is key to improving both your comprehension and written expression.
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Do not write
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Section A
Reading and Translation
Answer all questions in the spaces provided.
0 1 mharaja rxjIq isNG
mharaja rxjIq isNG wI jIvnI bare daktr gurwIp kOr we ilKe iz<k irsrc pepr
wa izh ]NS pfHo . varqa pfH ke heT ilKe pRSnA we [u>qr pNjabI iv<c ilKo .
mharaja rxjIq isNG, ijnHA ¥ ‘Ser-ze-pNjab’ we nA nal jaix]a jAwa hE, ne 1799 iv<c
is<K raj wI nIMh r<KI . [unHA ne Barq we [u>qr-p<CmI izlake qe lgBg 40 sal raj
kIqa . [uh wUrwrSI hI nhIM blik iw]alU vI sn ]qe sare WrmA wa ]awr krwe sn .
[unHA we raj wrbar iv<c is<KA qoM izlava muslman, ihNwU ]qe zIsazI WrmA we lok vI
[u>ce ]huiw]A qe inyukq sn pr nOkrI]A Wrm we ]aWar qe nhIM blik yogqa we
]aWar qe iw<qI]A jAwI]A sn .
]apxI rajnIqk sUJ-bUJ ]qe qakq nal BaveM mharaja rxjIq isNG ne lahOr,
ipSavr, kSmIr ]qe hor kzI mugl hkUmq vale izlake ]apxe ]WIn kr lze sn, iPr
vI [unHA ne iznHA izlaik]A wI prja qe kozI ]<iq]acar nhIM hox iw<qa ]qe na hI wUsre
WrmA we lokA qe is<K Wrm Qopx wI kozI koiSS kIqI . lahOr ¥ ij<qx qoM ba]w mharaja
rxjIq isNG ne [u>QoM wI sunihrI msijw, ijs [u>qe gEr-muslmanA ne kbẸa kIqa
hoiz]a sI, ¥ muf muslmanA we hvale kIqa . lahOr we ‘hẸrq waqa gNj bKS’ ]qe
‘mOj-ze-wir]a’ vrge mkbir]A wI murNmq vI rajsI KẸane qoM rkm we ke krvazI gzI .
inrWn ]qe lofvNw lokA we izlaj lzI [unHA ne lahOr ivKe iz<k muPq hspqal vI
KulHvaiz]a ]qe [us wI weK-Bal lzI ]apxe in<jI hkIm nUr[u>wIn ¥ inyukq kIqa .
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0 1 . 1 varqa iv<coM mharaja rxjIq isNG we raj iv<c sair]A ¥ nOkrI]A we brabr mOke imlx
wa kI sbUq imlwa hE ?
[1 mark]
0 1 . 2 mharaja rxjIq isNG ne ]apxe ij<qe hoze KeqrA we lokA nal ikho ijha ivvhar kIqa ?
[1 mark]
0 1 . 3 mharaja rxjIq isNG ne lahOr ij<qx qoM ba]w Warimk ]sQanA wI piv<qrqa ikveM
bxazI r<KI ? wo g<lA ilKo .
[2 marks]
0 1 . 4 ẸrUrqmNw ]qe grIb lokA lzI mharaja rxjIq isNG ne kI [uprala kIqa ?
[1 mark]
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