Lark Ride to Eyam

 

Mock GCSE Paper 1. Combined Studies.

1.       Elementary Mathematics. 10 marks.

Group A sets out to cycle from Macclesfield to Eyam at 9.00 am. Rider B sets out on the same route at 9.30 am. He catches Group A at mile 21. Compute the velocity of Rider B. Show your workings.

Refer to Map 1:

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2.       Home Economics. 10 marks.

After identifying that Eyam Cafés A and B are full, Rider C leads Group A plus Rider B to Eyam Café C, ignorant of the fact that there are no vegan options on its menu. What does Rider C eat for lunch?

3.       English Language. 10 marks.

a) Describe the effect of Rider C’s lunch on his ability to ascend Harpur Hill on his Eyam to Macclesfield journey.

b) Describe Rider C’s composure on his sofa after returning.

4.       Orienteering. 10 marks.

Group SCR sets out to cycle from Macclesfield to Millers Dale at 1.00 pm. Compute the exact location at which Group SCR intersects with the homeward bound Group A plus Rider B.

5.       French. 10 marks.

What is the name of confection that Rider J is consuming?

6.       Geography. 10 marks.

Where is this?

7.       Creative Writing. 10 marks.

What was the average speed of Rider C from South Park to home?

Answers

1. Fast.

2. Bread and Jam.

3a. Cathartic. 3b. Lethargic.

4. A537/A54 interchange. Mile 47.4.

5. A cronut (a cross between a croissant and a doughnut).

6. The Peak District.

7. 12.3 mph.

Chief Invigilator: The Demon Headmaster

School photos: Rider R2

Riders D, P, P, R, J, J, D, S, R

Riders C, P, R1, D and J.

Riders P, D, J, R1, C

 
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