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SECTION A(10 marks)

[Time suggested: 15 minutes]

Question 1

The text below is about a lake lost to pollution.Read the text below. There are grammatical errors in the text. The errors have been underlined for you.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.

The lake used to be a paradise for both residents and water birds. But

today, it is filling with rubbish and other kinds of waste. Previous, the

sight of many egrets painted the trees. Hundreds from flamingos perched

in the water in search of fish. A neighbourhood was surrounded by

greenery. The lake were even perfect for canoeing. Eagles could be seen

swooping up to catch fish. However, this all began to change about three

years ago. Fewer water birds visited the lake as time go by. Dead fish

began to float behind the surface of the water. The lake used to be very

deep, but now people can easily cross her on foot. The water is now a

murky shade of green. The water birds has stopped coming because their

habitat have been destroyed. Residents in the neighbourhood are

definitely upset about the dismal state of the lake because of water

pollution. The lake is no longer a pleasant place to be.

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SECTION B(30 marks)

[Time suggested: 40 minutes]

Question 2

Read the news article below. Then, answer questions (a) – (j).

Petronas StreetSmart : Lessons for Life, is an interactive travelling exhibition promotes the importance of road safety. It features interactive programmes and activities that provide information on road safety. It aims to promote road safety awareness and inculcate responsible road safety habits among Malaysians.

Pupil A. Mukhis, 12, found the exhibition informative and interesting. He was shocked to know the impact on the human skull if one does not wear a helmet.

The exhibition was an unconventional approach to increase road safety awareness among children. Instead of parents educating their children, it is the children who, after visiting the exhibition, will tell their parents the importance of road safety. They will learn and explain the scientific concepts behind road safety to their parents.

The exhibition was first set up in 2001. Over the past 14 years, it has reached more than 1.4million Malaysians in almost every state in Malaysia. Facilitators also visit schools and communities to run workshops and activities.

The exhibition is located at Petrosains, The Discovery Centre, KLCC from

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Questions (a) – (j)

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

DetailsVenue : (h) ___________________________ Duration : (i)___________________________

Opening hours: (j) __________________________

Role of participants/children

(c) To tell parents ______________________________________

(d) To learn and______________________________________

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History of exhibition(e) Set up year: _____________________

Achievements(f) Reached more than _________________________________________

(g) Facilitators visit schools and communities

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PETRONAS

Streetsmart:

Lesson

for Life

Exhibition

Objectives

(a) To promote___________________________________

(b) To inculcate__________________________________

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Question 3

Read the following book reviews. Then, answer questions (a) – (j).

Mr Popper’s PenguinsBy Richard and Florence

Atwater

One of the oldest and best loved zany children’s stories. This tale tells of Mr. Popper, who turns his humdrum life around by raising penguins from the South Pole.

The Adventures of BlueAvenger By Norma Howe

On his 16th birthday, DavidSchumacher legally changes his name to Blue Avenger and begins to grapple with all the questions of the universe. Proving that even the monumental goal can be achieved, this novel keeps readers glued until the last page.

The Worst-Case ScenarioSurvival Handbook

By Joshua Piven and DavidBorgenicht

If fiction doesn’t appeal to your ordinary teenager, this humorous yet educational guide tells you how to escape from quicksand or what to do when your parachute doesn’t open.

The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the GalaxyBy Douglas Adams

Hapless hero Arthur Dent is abducted from Earth moments before the planet is obliterated for the construction of an intergalactic highway. Older readers would appreciate learning the secrets of the universe from one of the funniest books ever written.

JumanjiBy Chris Van Allsburg

Nothing seems more harmless than a board game, except when the board game is a perilous jungle adventure come to life. Lions, snakes, volcanoes and monkeys will keep reluctant readers turning the page with every roll of the dice.

Where the Wild Things AreBy Maurice Sendak

When misbehaving Max gets sent to his room without dinner, he enters a wild world where monsters lurk and adventure awaits. This brilliantly illustrated children’s classic not onlyencourages reading but also helpschildren to use their imagination.

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Questions (a) – (d) : Based on the text, state whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSE.

(a) A person who enjoys books on sea animals should read about Mr Popper. ___________

(b) Children will become unimaginative when reading the book on the wild world.

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(c) In the Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, the hero saves Earth from destruction.

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(d) The book Jumanji is a board game based on jungle adventures. ___________

Questions (e) – (i) : Read the text carefully and answer the questions below.

(e) Who turned into Blue Avenger and when did this happen?

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(f) If one wants to know more about the secrets of the universe, which is the best book to read? Why is this so? ______________________________________________________________________________

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(g) Fill in the table with an appropriate word or phrase from the article.

Meaning Word/ Phrase

(i) deal with or struggle with _______________________________________

(ii) to be wiped out or destroyed _______________________________________

(h) Would you be interested in playing a board game? If so, which game would you choose and why?

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(i) Why was Max sent to his room without dinner? How does he pass the time in his room?

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j) You plan to get a few books for your younger sister. In about 50 words, write a note to a friend about it. In your note:

• encourage her/him to join you to select the books• give reasons for your choice• add other relevant information to make your writing interesting

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SECTION C(20 marks)

[Time suggested: 20 minutes]

Question 4

Read the text below.

Read the text carefully and answer questions (a) – (h).

(a) What did Priyanka and her family do during the last school holidays?

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(b) The villagers greeted their guests as they arrived. What did they do?

i.____________________________________________________________________________

ii.____________________________________________________________________________

(c) What did the guests do before they went to their foster family’s home?

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Priyanka and her family spent the school holidays at a Malay village in Kedah. They joined a homestay programme together with a few other families. When they arrived, they were given a warm welcome. A few men played the kompang, a traditional Malay drum while several young boys put on a silat performance. Silat is a traditional Malay martial art.

Then, the guests met their respective host families. They were invited to have lunch by the river. They tried some Kedahan dishes such as kerabu, gulai masak pedas and laksa Kedah. After such a hearty lunch, they went to their foster family’s home to rest.

The following day, Priyanka woke up early. She went outside and saw some of the villagers in their boats by the river. She hoped she would be able to try that. After breakfast, the family were taught how to weave mats and baskets out of mengkuang leaves.

At 11.30 a.m., Priyanka and the other families went to a paddy field. There, she saw a boy catching fish. He invited them to join him. With so many people in the paddy field, it soon became a muddy mess. Priyanka learnt how to use a fish trap and caught two fish.

After a long bath, Priyanka and her family had dinner. The fish that was caught earlier was grilled and served. As the families ate, they were entertained by a wayang kulit shadow theatre performance. Although Priyanka was very tired, she fixed her gaze on the performance.

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(d) What activities did Priyanka and her family do on the second day of their visit?

i. ___________________________________________________________________________

ii. ___________________________________________________________________________

(e) Fill in the table with an appropriate word or phrase from the text.

Meaning Word/ Phrase(i) A holiday spent living in the home of a local

family

(ii) A form of self-defence

(iii) Filling and wholesome

(iv) Cooked over a strong heat

(f) Why did Priyanka take a long bath after catching fish in the paddy field?

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(g) Priyanka was very tired but still fixed her gaze on the wayang kulit performance. Why do

you think she did this?

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(h) Give two other activities you would like to do if you had the chance to stay in a homestay

village.

(i) ____________________________________________________________________________

(ii) ___________________________________________________________________________

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Question 5

Read the poem below carefully. Then answer questions (a) – (d).

The Fighter’s Lines; By Marzuki Ali

I am old and wornand have lost all my strengthsufferingsand the history of the fight for independencehave forced sacrificesthat know no name or life

from the wheelchair of the rest of my daysI, body and energy crushedsee and cannot do muchthese times are too big a challengefor the remnants of my crippled years

the net of deceit spread everywheredisturbs me

In the name of justiceWake up and form ranks, sons of our ancestorBe braveAnd erect a wall of peopleStand up, heirs of our freedom

I have no more voiceIt is you now who should speak

(a) Who is the persona in the poem?

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(b) Who are the ‘sons of our ancestor’?

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(c) Describe the mood of the poem.

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(d) How should the younger generation answer the call of the persona?

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SECTION D(40 marks)

[Time suggested: 45 minutes)

Question 6

The picture below shows a young man rescuing a lady from the sea. Based on the picture given, write an article about the incident for your class newsletter.

When writing the article, you should:• describe the incident• express how you felt• suggest two ways to prevent such an incident from repeating• write between 120 to 150 words

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Question 7

You should spend 15 minutes on this question.

The following is the novel studied in the Literature Component in English Language.

Based on the novel above, write about a character that you like the most. Provide evidence from the text to support your response. Write:

in not less than 50 words in continuous writing (not in note form)

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1. The Railway Children - Edith Nesbit ( retold by John Escott)

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