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17.9.2014
DUE DATES :
Tuesday / 22.9.2014 Readg Comp +
Summary
Friday / 26.9.14
- Literature
(Poem+Novel)
Wed-day / 1.10.2014 - Section A : D - Writing

PRACTISE 1
Section C
[25 marks]
Questions 26 31 are based on the following passage.
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It is not an easy task to be a good sportsman. What is actually

sportsmanship? A good sportsmanship is the quality of someone who is inclined
to the area of sports and plays rather fairly by following the rules of the game.
Besides, the sportsman respects the judgment of the referees and all the officials
in the game, knowing that they are not biased. A good sportsman will also treat
the opponents with respect.
Practising good sportsmanship in real-life situations is not easy. However,
there are some guidelines in which one can follow.
Firstly, it is of the utmost importance to learn as much of the sports as
possible. This is because a good sportsman should play by the rules. The
sportsman must be cooperative by showing up for practice, working hard and
realizing that teamwork is important to ensure success.
In addition, it is important to talk politely and act courteously towards the
teammates, the opponents, the coaches and even the opponents coaches
before, during and even after the games or events. Furthermore, never forget to
get in touch with the officials presiding over the game and also the spectators.
Remember to stay cool. Never ever lose your temper. A good sportsman
should not give up easily. A game is only a game and the chances of winning are
fifty-fifty, so no matter how hard you have played the game, be realistic.
Remember that there is a winner and a loser in a game. No one likes to lose, but
learn to take defeat as a challenge.
Another thing a good sportsman must remember is to avoid settling
disputes with violence. In case there is such a dispute, seek the advice of a coach
or an official. If you respond with violence, the problem is that as a sportsman, you
can be penalized. The effect is that your chances in winning a game are very slim.
It is important to cheer your teammates with positive statements. Every
member in the team is important. It is good to avoid trash talking about the other
team.
Moreover, remember to acknowledge and applaud the good plays. If your

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team loses the game, do not feel disappointed. A good play should be given the 30
credit.
Lastly, congratulate your opponents if they win the game. Learn to accept
defeat gracefully. Congratulate your opponents on a game well played.

Vocabulary Practice
For each of the meaning of the words used in the article, find the word which matches the
meaning.
1. (Line 2) to tend to think or behave in a particular way - ___________________
2. (Line 5) showing favour towards or against one group of people or one opinion for
personal reasons - ___________________
3. (Line 13) showing politeness - ___________________
4. (Line 19) accepting in a sensible way what it is actually possible to do or achieve in a
particular situation - ______________________
5. (Line 23) disagreement between two people - ____________________
6. (Line 25) not as big as you would like or expect - ____________________
7. (Line 29) to show your approval of somebody by clapping your hands - ______________
26 From paragraph 1, list two qualities of a good sportsmanship.
(i) ______________________________________________________________ [1 mark]
(ii) _____________________________________________________________ [1 mark]
27 From paragraph 3,
(a) why is it important to learn as much of the sports as possible?
______________________________________________________________ [1 mark]
(b) how can a good sportsman show his cooperation?
______________________________________________________________ [1 mark]
28 From paragraph 4,
(a) which word in this paragraph has the same meaning as the word adversaries?
______________________________________________________________ [1 mark]
(b) explain the meaning of the word presiding.
______________________________________________________________ [1 mark]
29 (a) From paragraph 5, what are the chances in winning a game?
______________________________________________________________ [1 mark]
(b) From paragraph 6, state the likely thing that will happen to a sportsman if
a dispute ends in violence.
______________________________________________________________ [1 mark]
30 In paragraph 9, what are the ways a good sportsman should do if the opponents
win the game? Write in your own words.
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SUMMARY (Student use)

31 Based on the passage given, write a summary on:

what is good sportsmanship

ways to practise good sportsmanship

Begin your summary as follows:
Demonstrating good sportsmanship is important in any games or sports ...
INSTRUCTION : Cross out the parts of the sentences that are irrelevant to your summary.
The first two have been done for you.

1. A good sportsmanship is the quality of someone who is inclined to the area of sports and
plays rather fairly by following the rules of the game, (1)
(2)
2. Besides, the sportsman respects the judgment of the referees and all the officials in the
game, knowing that they are not biased.
(elaboration)
3. A good sportsman will also treat the opponents with respect.

4. Firstly, it is of the utmost importance to learn as much of the sports as possible.

5. The sportsman must be cooperative by showing up for practice, working hard and
realizing that teamwork is important to ensure success.

6. In addition, it is important to talk politely and act courteously towards the

teammates, the opponents, the coaches and even the opponents coaches before,
during and even after the games or events.

7. Remember to stay cool. Never ever lose your temper. A good sportsman should
not give up easily.

8. Another thing a good sportsman must remember is to avoid settling disputes with
violence.

If you respond with violence, the problem is that as a sportsman, you can be
penalized.

9. Moreover, remember to acknowledge and applaud the good plays

10. Lastly, congratulate your opponents if they win the game. Learn to accept defeat

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gracefully. Congratulate your opponents on a game well played.

31 Based on the passage given, write a summary on:

what is good sportsmanship

ways to practise good sportsmanship

Credit will be given for use of own words but care must be taken not to change the original
meaning.
Your summary must:

be in continuous writing form (not in note form)

use materials from line 1 to the end

not be longer than 130 words, including the 10 words given below

Begin your summary as follows:

Demonstrating good sportsmanship is important in any games or sports
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PRACTICE 2
Section C
[25 marks]
Questions 26 31 are based on the following passage.
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One day, a young man was cleaning out his late grandfathers belongings when
he came across a bright red envelope. Written on the front were the words, "To
my grandson. Recognising his grandfathers writing, the young man opened the
envelope. A letter inside read:
Dear Grandson, years ago you came to me for help. You said, Grandpa,
how is it that youve accomplished so much in your life and youre still full of
energy Im already tired of struggling. How can I get that same enthusiasm that
youve got?
I didnt know what to say to you then as you were still too young to
comprehend the complexities of life. But knowing my days are numbered, I figure
that I owe you an answer. So here is what I believe. I think a lot of it has to do
with how a person looks at things. I call it keeping your eyes wide open.
First, realise that life is filled with surprises, some not so pleasant and
others quite shocking but many are good ones. If you dont keep watching for
them, youll miss half the excitement. Expect to be thrilled once in a while, and
you will be. You attract what you think of the most in life.
When you meet up with challenges, welcome them. Do not bolt! Theyll
leave you wiser, stronger, and more capable than you were the day before. Youll
be glad you dare to take the bull by its horns.
When you make a mistake, be grateful for the things it taught you. Failure
should not stop you from pursuing your dreams. No one is perfect. Resolve to
use that lesson to help you reach your goals,
And always follow the rules even the little ones. When you follow the
rules, life works. If you think you ever really get by with breaking the rules, youre
only fooling yourself. Remember crime does not pay and our past has a sneaky
way of creeping up to us.
Its also important to decide exactly what you want. Then, keep your mind
focused on it, and be prepared to receive it. Being focused on a goal spurs us

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towards the right direction by channelling our energy on what is actually

important so that we are not too overwhelmed by obstacles.
But be ready to end up in some new places too. Change is part of
growing up. As you grow with the years. youll be given bigger shoes to fill. So be
ready for endings as well as challenging beginnings. Life will not be so
predictable. It can also be fun too.
Sometimes we have to be brave enough to move from the familiar to the
unfamiliar. Life isnt just reaching peaks. Part of it is moving from one peak to the
next. If you rest too long in between, you might be tempted to quit. Complacency
and contentment will set in. You will not desire to move on. You can become lazy
or indifferent.
Leave the past in the past. Climb the next mountain and enjoy the view.
Dump things that weigh you down emotionally and spiritually. When an old
resentment, belief or attitude becomes heavy, lighten your load. Shed those
hurtful attitudes that slow you down and drain your energy.
Remember that your choices will create your successes and your failures.
So consider all the pathways ahead, and decide which ones to follow. Then,
believe in yourself get up, and get going.
And be sure to take breaks once in a while. Everyone needs to recharge
their batteries. Theyll give you a renewed commitment to your dreams, and a
cheerful, healthy perception of the things that matter the most to you. Your vision
will be sharper and your goals clearer.
Most important of all, never give up on yourself. The person that ends up
a winner, is the one who resolves to win. Losers quit too early in the race. Give
life everything youve got, and life will give its best back to you.
Love always, Grandpa.
by Steve Brunkhorst

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Vocabulary Practice
For each of the meaning of the words used in the article, find the word which matches the
meaning.
1 (Line 7) great eagerness to do something - .
2 (Line 10) limited -
3 (Line 15) a state in which you are very interested and enthusiastic about
something - .
4 (Line 25) deceiving - .
5 (Line 28) concentrated - ..
6 (Line 36) highest point of achievement -
7 (Line 42) a feeling of betterment and anger - ..
8 (Line 43) make someone tired - .
9 (Line 48) made a new start - ..
10 (Line 49) outlook - .
Comprehension Questions
26 (a) From paragraph 1, why did the young man open the letter in the bright red envelope?
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(b) From paragraph 2, what inspired the grandfather to write this letter?
_____________________________________________________________ [1 mark]
27 (a) From paragraph 3, what does the phrase keeping your eyes wide open mean?
_____________________________________________________________ [1 mark]
(b) From paragraph 4,what are some of the surprises in life if we keep our eyes open?
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28 (a) From paragraph 5, how should the young man face challenges in life?
_______________________________________________________________________
( 1 mark )
(b) From paragraph 7, what was the grandfathers advice with regards to rules?
_______________________________________________________________________
( 1 mark )
29 (b) From paragraph 9, explain the phrase youll be given bigger shoes to fill.
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(b) From paragraph 14, how can life give its best back to us?
______________________________________________________________________
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30 Do you think it is important not to be a quitter in the race of life? Why?
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SUMMARY WORKSHEET (Student copy)
31 Based on the passage given, write a summary on:

the lessons of life given by the grandfather to his grandson.

Begin your summary as follows:
I believe that it has a lot to do with ..
INSTRUCTION : Cross out the parts of the sentences that are irrelevant to your summary.
The first two have been done for you.
(1)
1. I think a lot of it has to do with how a person looks at things
a persons perception of life.
Life
(2)
( elaboration not wanted )
2. First, realise that life is filled with surprises, some not so pleasant and others quite
shocking but many are good ones. If you dont keep watching for them, youll miss half the

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3. When you meet up with challenges, welcome them. Do not bolt! Theyll leave you wiser,

stronger, and more capable than you were the day before.

4. When you make a mistake, be grateful for the things it taught you. Failure should not stop

you from pursuing your dreams. No one is perfect. Resolve to use that lesson to help you

reach your goals,

5. And always follow the rules even the little ones. When you follow the rules, life works.
6. Its also important to decide exactly what you want. Then, keep your mind focused on it,

and be prepared to receive it.

7. So be ready for endings as well as challenging beginnings.

8. Life will not be so predictable. It can also be fun too. Life isnt just reaching peaks.

9. Leave the past in the past.

10. Remember that your choices will create your successes and your failures.

11. And be sure to take breaks once in a while. Everyone needs to recharge their batteries.
Theyll give you a renewed commitment to your dreams, and a cheerful, healthy perception

of the things that matter the most to you.

12. Most important of all, never give up on yourself.
13. Give life everything youve got, and life will give its best back to you.

31 Based on the passage given, write a summary on:

the lessons of life given by the grandfather to his grandson.

Credit will be given for use of own words but care must be taken not to change the original
meaning.
Your summary must

be in continuous writing form (not in note from)

use materials from lines 11 to 53(untuk buat petak)

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not be longer than 130 words, including the 10 words given below

Begin your summary as follows:

I believe that it has a lot to do with ..

PRACTICE 10-12 ON POEM Are You Still Playing Your Flute?

Read the poem below and answer the questions that follow.
Are You Still Playing Your Flute?
Are you still playing your flute?
When there is hardly time for our love
I am feeling guilty
To be longing for your song
The melody concealed in slim hollow of the bamboo
Uncovered by the breath of an artist
Composed by his fingers
Blown by the wind
To the depth of my heart.
Are you still playing your flute?
In the village so quiet and deserted
Amidst the sick rice field
While here it has become a luxury
To spend time watching the rain
Gazing at the evening rays
Collecting dew drops
Or enjoying the fragrance of flowers.
Are you still playing the flute?
The more it disturbs my conscience
to be thinking of you
in the hazard of you
my younger brothers are unemployed and desperate
my people disunited by politics
my friend slaughtered mercilessly
this world is too old and bleeding.

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Zurinah Hassan

PRACTICE 10
From stanza1,
(a) in line 1, to whom does the word you refer?
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(b) why do you think the persona feels guilty to be longing for the music?
............ (1 mark)
(c) write down two words that are related to how a flute is played.
i (1 mark)
ii .. (1 mark)
(d) why do you think the persona can hear the songs of the flute?
.... (1 mark)

PRACTICE 11
From stanza 2,
(a) how does the persona describe her village?
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(b) why do you think the rice fields are described as sick?
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(c) name two activities that are considered as luxury to be done.
i . (1 mark)
ii .... (1 mark)

PRACTICE 12
From stanza 3,
(a) in line 2, what does it refer to?
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(a) name one of the problems faced by the nation.
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(c) give the meaning of the phrase slaughtered mercilessly.

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(d) The world is too old and bleeding

in your own words state the meaning of the last line of the poem.
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PAPER 1 : DIRECTED WRITING

TOPIC : WRITING A REPORT OF AN ACTIVITY

You are the Secretary of the Environment Club in your school. Your club has
successfully organized Environment Week in your school. Write a report to the
principal about the event.
Include the following information in your report:
Duration
3rd 7th March 2011
Objectives
raise awareness
beautify school compound

ENVIRONMENT
WEEK

Activities
paint murals
plant trees
recycle old newspapers
poster drawing competition
speech by invited guest
Advantages
create conducive environment
instill love for nature
foster closer relationship
develop co-operation

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When writing the report, you should remember to:

give the report a title
address the report accordingly
provide an appropriate ending
use all the information given
write in paragraphs

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LITERATURE : NOVEL
INSTRUCTION : Using the sample answer below as your guideline/reference, write an answer
to the question based on your reading of the novel entitled The Curse.
Love is important in a family.
How is this shown in the novel you have read? Support your answer with close reference to
the text.
Guidelines
State the novel and the author.
Identify the characters that show love is important in a family.
Give your views with examples from the text.
Suggested answer

Introduction

In the novel, Catch Us If You Can by Catherine MacPhail,

the love and commitment between Rory and his grandfather are
amazing and heart warming. Both want to keep the family united no
matter what happens.

Content
Rory loves his Granda very much. He makes sure that his
=-Textual evidence grandfather takes his medicine on time and does not miss a meal.
He also ensures that his basic hygiene is taken care of.
Other than that, Rory even gives up the school football
team so he can spend time with his Granda. At times, he even
trains his Granda on how to behave in public. In return, Granda
loves Rory very much and refuses to be parted from him even if it
means he has to be away from medical help.
When Rory realises that he is to be separated from his
Granda, he then makes plans to run away with Granda. They are
lucky that along the way, many kind people help them to continue
their journey together.

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In the end, after all the hardships and challenges they face,
Rory and Granda manage to stay together.

Your answer based on The Curse

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My greatest gratitude for completing this module!!

From: Somebody who has felt
the sweet taste of success.