Sample exam questions - bonding, structure and matter - AQALine matching

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Part ofChemistry (Single Science)Bonding, structure and the properties of matter

Line matching

Foundation tier papers may include questions in which you have to draw lines to match correct options. These questions will include distractors, which are incorrect choices.

When you answer a line matching question, use straight lines. Draw the number of lines needed to answer the question.

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Sample question 1 - Foundation

Question

Draw one line from each statement to the diagram which shows the structure.

[4 marks]

Four statements in boxes on the left with five images of structures on the right.

Sample question 2 - Foundation

Question

Ionic compounds have high melting points and conduct electricity when dissolved in water.

Draw one line from each property to the explanation of that property.

[2 marks]

Two properties in boxes on the left and six explanations of propertyies in boxes on the right.