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SECTION A
(10
marks) 15
(Time suggested:
minutes)
The text below is a recount of an
incident.
Question 1
Read the text below. The first and the last lines are correct. For the remaining lines, there
is one grammatical error in each line.
Underline the error. Then, write one word to correct the error in the space
provided. An example has been given. The correct word must not change the meaning
of the sentence. There are no spelling and punctuation errors in this text.

One day, I saw an old man trying to cross a busy road.

Cars
were passing by non-stop but
it was diffi cult for him to do

e.g. so

so. Feeling sorry for a old man, I off ered to help him cross

1.

the road. The old man thank me but said he would prefer to

2.

cross the road by herself. I was surprised as I thought he

3.

would welcome my help. Soon, the traffi c begin to slow

4.

down. The old man slowly crossed across to the other side

5.

of the road. Looking back to the incident, I think the

6.

pedestrians should take precaution measures when they

7.

were walking on the road. They should use the bridge as it

8.

enable them to cross the road safely. If they will walking in

9.

the dark, they should wears a light-coloured clothing with

10.

refl ectors. If they did not has any refl ective clothing, they
should carry a fl ashlight with them so that drivers could see
(10
marks)

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Section
(B
30 marks)
( Time suggested : 40
minutes )
Question
2
Read the following text. Then, answer questions (j).
(a)

BANDING
ISLAND
Banding Island provides excellent opportunities for tourists to indulge in nature.
ToIsland,
reach take a 15-minute boat ride from Marina Jetty to Banding Jetty.
Banding
Some
of
interesting attractions around the island are Temenggor Waterfall, Sewarnis Camp and
Banding Fishing Spot.

Temenggor
Waterfall.
The waterfall is located 2 kilometers away from Banding Jetty. Listen to the
loud roars of the water that fall into a fl at and sandy area at the ground level. This
area makes a perfect spot for picnics. Many families with children come here to have
picnics. However, this place lacks public toilets.

Sewarnis
Camp.
A 25-minute motorcycle ride from Banding Jetty to the bank of Sewarnis River
will give you a chance to set a tent in a large open area called Sewarnis Camp. It is
a popular camping spot among those who like camping. However, please be aware
of snakes.
Banding
Lake
Banding Lake is usually crowded during weekends and public holidays. The
lake is only 500 meters away from Temenggor Waterfall. It is a famous fishing spot.
Please take note that those who want to fish here must pay a fee of RM10 to the
Wildlife Department. Many species of freshwater fish can be caught here.

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Questions (a) (j)

Using the information from the text, complete the following graphic organizer.

BANDING
ISLAND

Name of place:

Name of place:

Temenggor

Sewarnis Camp.

Name of place:
(a)

Waterfall.
2

Location:

Location:

(b)

A popular activity:
(c)

(e)

A popular activity:
(f)

(h)

A popular activity:
(i)

Disadvantage:

Disadvantage:
(d)

Location:

(g)

Disadvantage:
(j)

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Question
3
Read the poster below. Then, answer questions (a)
(j).

PROTECT &
CONSERVE

We should learn to conserve wildlife as they are important to us

and to our ecosystem. Everyone must work together to protect
the animals and plants. All these living things are
interconnected and form close relationships that bring benefi ts
to each other.

PRACTISE THE
3Rs

Reduce, reuse and recycle should be the motto for today's generation.
To reduce means to buy and to use less things or energy. Save
electricity and water. Do not throw away things that are still usable.
Donate or think of ways they can be reused. Take recyclable materials
such as paper and glass products to the recycling centers.

LOOK FOR THE

ALTERNATIVES

Some natural resources cannot be renewed such as coal and oil.

They are fast depleting. Therefore, we should start using renewable
resources such as hydro electric power from the dams and solar
energy from the sun.

TAKE
ACTION

Everyone must do his or her part to protect our Earth. Some

people stop eating sharks' fi ns because killing sharks for their fi ns
is a cruel act. Some choose to carpool or cycle to work to reduce
production of

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Questions (a) to (d) :

Based on the poster, state whether the following statements are TRUE or
FALSE.
(1 mark)

(a) The poster describes 4 methods to protect

environment.
(b) Conservation is about working together to find new
ways
to use natural

(1 mark)

(c) resources.
The poster suggests that we use non-renewable
natural
resources.

(1 mark)

(d) Using less electricity and water is part of

practising
the
3Rs.

(1 mark)

Questions ( e ) to (i) : Read the brochure carefully and answer the

questions below.
(e) Why is wildlife important to the
ecosystem?
(1mark)
(f) What is the similarity between hydro-electric power and solar
energy?
Both are

(1mark)

(g) Fill in the table with an appropriate phrase from the brochure.

Meaning
(i)

Phrase

'to use less'

(ii) 'are being used rapidly'

(h) The production of greenhouse gases can be reduced

through
(1mark)
(i) What do you think will happen in the future if we do not use renewable resources to fulfil
our needs starting from now?
(1mark)

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Section
C
(20
marks) 20
(Time suggested:
minutes)
Question
4
Read the speech on how to perform well in an
examination.
Good morning students of SMK Seri Muda. Examination is important
and as such, you have to be well-prepared to perform your best. As the
examination period is approaching, some of you may have butterfl ies in your
stomach. But, do not worry. Today, I would like to share some tips on how
you can perform well in your examination.
Firstly, it is a bad habit to stay up late to catch up on your television.
Another one is to revise at the eleventh hour. These bad habits should not be
encouraged. Always revise consistently, especially after the lesson is taught.
Don't be afraid to ask questions in class. Talk to your teachers as they
can provide you the necessary guidance. Besides, you can form a study group.
Group study enables you and your friends to share ideas and opinions. This can
be a valuable source of information, especially in the area you are weak in.
During examination, listen to the instructions attentively given by the
invigilator. He will tell you the time allocated to answer the questions and will
ask you to check the printed pages of the paper.
Use time given to you wisely in examination. If you are unable to answer
a diffi cult question, do not waste your time on it. You can come back to it later.
Move on to do the easier ones first. Once you have finished, do not leave the
hall. Read what you have answered and check your work. They may be some
errors which can be corrected.
Don't forget to bring along your identity card with you on the day of
the examination. You will need it to enter the examination hall. Finally,
always arrive early, at least half an hour before the paper starts. Never arrive
just in time or late for the examination.
These are some of the tips you can follow to prepare yourselves for an
examination. Remember, our performance in an examination depends on our
eff orts to prepare for it. Good luck and thank you.

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Read the speech carefully and answer

questions (a)
(a) State one bad habit to avoid when doing
revision.

(i).

(1 mark)

(b) How can talking to teachers help

you?

(1 mark)

(c) Why is group study a valuable source of

information?

(1 mark)

(d) List two things that invigilators do before an examination

starts.

(1 mark)
(1 mark)

ii.

(e) Fill in the table with appropriate word/phrase from the speech.
Meaning

Word/Phrase

feeling nervous
ii.

at the last minute

iii.

given amount
iv. a person who supervises
candidates during examination
(4 marks)

(f) Why is it necessary to check the printed pages of the

paper?
(g) What should you do if you are unable to answer a question during the
examination?
(h) List two important things to do on the day of the
examination.
ii.
(i) State two reasons why you should arrive early before the examination
starts.

ii.

(1 mark)

(1 mark)

(1 mark)
(1 mark)

(1 mark)
(1 mark)
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Question 5
Read the poem below carefully. Then, answer question (a)
(d).
I WONDER

By: Jeannie Kirby

I wonder why the grass is green,
And why the wind is never
seen?
Who taught the birds to build a
nest, And told the trees to take a
rest?
0, when the moon is not quite round,
Where can the missing bit be found?
Who lights the stars, when they blow out,
And makes the lightning flash about?
Who paints the rainbow in the
sky, And hangs the fluff y clouds
so high?
Why is it now, do you suppose,
That Dad won't tell me, if he
knows?
(a) In the poem, why is the persona asking
questions?
(b) What does the persona want to know about the
moon?
(c) How does the persona describe the
clouds?

(1 mark)

(1 mark)

(1 mark)

(d) In the last stanza, do you think Dad knows the answer? Give reason to your
answer.
(2 marks)

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SECTION D
[40 marks]
[Time suggested: 45
minutes]

Question
6 should spend 30 minutes on thuis
You
question
The picture below shows a visit to an old folk's home by a group of
students.
Based on the picture given, write a report of the
visit.

isa
0

fN

N)

When writing about the recount, you

should:
recount what
happened
express
how you
felt
suggest ways to show appreciation to the elderly
write between 120 to 150 words

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Question
7
The following are the novels studied in the Literature Component in the English
Language

Around the World in 80 Days Jules Verne

How I Met Myself David A. Hill

The Railway Children

Edith Nesbit (retold by John
Escott)

Based on one of the novels above, do you like the ending of the novel? Provide evidence from
the novel to support your answer.
Write:
in not less than 50 words
in continuous form (not in note
form)
(10
marks)

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