NOTES TIPS TO SCORE A FOR PAPER 1 ( OBJECTIVE ) SK English Paper 1 Objective Paper Time 50 mins Total marks 40 marks

rks No of questions 40 . Choose the correct or best answer marked A, B, C or D. Then , on the answer sheet , darken the space of the letter of the answer that has been chosen . Also circle the letter on the question paper. Questions 1 10 Vocabulary word, phrase or sentence level. Questions stimuli based with or without graphics. Questions 11 15 Social and language expression. - correct social expression with clues - suitable vocabulary on given situations - parts of speech based on clues. Questions are based on pictures showing common social situations. Study each pic ture carefully, make sure of the situation. Choose appropriate response that fits the situation. Questions 16 25 Grammar - grammatical items, spelling and punctuation. - synonyms and antonyms - questions stimuli based with graphics. Questions 26 30 Text Completion. - A cloze passage a picture is given. - 5 blanks test on the use of parts of speech ( grammar ) visual and textual clu es. Look carefully and choose the correct answers. Questions 31 40 Reading and Comprehension. ( 10 multiple choice questions , 2 passages. ) - a non-linear passage and a linear passage. Reading skills : - main idea - specific information - cause and effect relationships - drawing conclusions - predicting outcomes - sequencing - vocabulary - inference TIP : To score excellently well , pupils must think beyond the text. Use own exp erience and knowledge in order to answer the questions correctly. TIPS ON ANSWERING THE UPSR ENGLISH LANGUAGE PAPER 1 1. Read and understand the questions. 2. Look at the pictures or graphics given and relate them to the answers given. 3. Pupils have to understand the situation and dialogue before choosing the corr ect response that fits the situation in the picture. 4. Look at all the punctuation marks. 5. Cloze passage look carefully at the picture. 6. Read the passage at least twice to get a general idea. 7. Read all the options A, B, C, D before choosing the best answer. 8. Answer all the questions given.

9. Comprehension question -Pupils should read the passage at least twice so that they understand it better. ANALYSIS OF UPSR ENGLISH LANGUAGE PAPER 1 ( 2006- 2010 ) Section A ,Questions 1 10 ( VOCABULARY ) Question No 1 : Animals, footwear, plants , adverbs, places Question No 2 : Footwear, place, transport, clothes, adjectives Question No 3 : Kitchen utensils, relationship, animals, verbs (past tense ), an imals (home ) Question No 4 : Objects, animals, occupation, animals, adverb of manner Questions No 5 7: Fishing, Personal hygiene, Gardening , Having dinner at a rest aurant Question No 8 : Situation At a stall, Stroking a cat, Having breakfast, In the b edroom, In the garden. Question No 9: Situation Mending shoes, Returning a wallet, Hanging the clothes, In the garden,painting Question No 10: Situation Playing with rabbits, Mowing the lawn,Missed the bus, Baking a cake, Tapping the rubber tree. Section B , Questions 11 15 ( SOCIAL AND LANGUAGE EXPRESSIONS ) Question No 11: How is your new school? ( To enquire ) / Does it fit you? ( To e nquire ) I enjoyed the chicken curry. ( To confirm ) / Thank you for switching on the light . ( To express gratitude ) / I did , but its too spicy. ( To explain ) Question No 12: It will start at any time. ( To inform ) / I would suggest these roses. ( To suggest) I would like another piece. ( To request ) / Ill help you to look for them. ( To offer ) / These hibiscus are beautiful, arent they? ( To ask for confirmatio n) Question No 13: Where did you buy the blouse? ( To enquire ) / Go straight and t ake the first junction. ( To explain) / Theres someone at the door. ( To explain ) / Its alright! I can manage. ( To decline ) / Where is the nearest bus stop? ( To enquire ) Question No 14 : Which one would you like? ( To offer ) / Oh, how kind of you . ( To express gratitude. ) / Let me give you a hand. ( To offer ) / Jenny bought it at the new bakery. ( To inform ) / Pleased to meet you. ( To greet ) Question No 15: I cant find my keys. ( To inform ) / I need a room for tonight. ( To request )/ Ill take you to the clinic. ( To inform) / Let me check it for you. ( To offer )/ Please help me clean the hutch. ( To request ) Section C , Questions 16 - 25 ( GRAMMAR , SPELLING & PUNCTUATI ON ) Ques. 16: Ques. 17: Verbs Ques. 18: reement / Ques. 19: nctions Ques. 20: Ques. 21: ites Ques. 22: Comparison of adjective / Adverbs / Adverbs / Articles/ Articles Preposition /Adjectives / Adjectives / Verbs ( Interrogative ) / Main Pronoun / Quantifiers /Conjunction / Verbs ( to-be ) / Subject-verb Ag Adverb / Comparison of Adjective/ Present Tense / Prepositions / Conju Conjunction / Past Tense / Verb / Conjunctions / Determiners Synonyms / Synonyms / Synonyms / Antonyms - Opposites / Antonyms-Oppos Spelling- Object / Description / Mode of Transport / Insects / Vegetab

les Ques. 23: Spelling Part of the body/ Food / Object / Object/ Adjectives Ques. 24: Punctuation: Full stop / Apostrophe / Comma / Question marks / Exclama tion marks Ques. 25: Punctuation: Question marks/ Exclamation marks / Exclamation marks / E xclamation marks / Comma Section D, Questions 26 30 ( TEXT COMPLETION ) Yr 2006 2007 2008 Q. No. 26: Past Tense Q. No. 26: Present Tense No. No 26: Noun 27: Collective Noun 27: Common Noun 27: Preposition 28: Preposition 28: Verb 28: Noun 29: Noun 29: Adjectives 29: Past Continuous Tense 30: Adverb 30: Preposition 30: Noun Yr 2009 2010 Q. No, 26: Noun Q. No. 26: Noun 27: Noun 27: Verbs 28: Noun 28: Infinitive to 29: Verbs 29: Prepositions 30: Verb-to-be 30: Pronouns Section E , Questions 31 40 ( READING AND COMPREHENSION ) ( NL ) : Non-linear ( L ): Linear Qs 31 35 Qs 36 40 2006 - TV Programme ( NL ) Narrative ( L ) 2007 - Diary ( NL ) Factual ( L ) 2008 - Life Processes ( NL ) Dialogue ( L ) 2009 - Process in making ( NL ) Letter ( L ) 2010 - Notice ( NL ) Narrative ( L ) Types of Questions Question Number 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Main Idea ( Ide-ide penting ) 33 31 31, 36 - 32 Specific Information ( Maklumat tertentu ) 31 32,39,40 32, 37, 38 31,34,36 31, 33, 34 Predicting outcomes ( Meramalkan hasil-hasil) 32,40 - 33 37, 39 40 Drawing conclusion (Membuat kesimpulan ) Cause and Effect ( sebab dan kesan ) 35 38 40 32, 38, 40 Relationship ( Perhubungan ) 34, 37 35 - 35 36, 38 Vocabulary ( Perbendaharaan Kata ) 38 33,37 35,39 33 35, 39 Inference ( Inferens ) 36 34,36 - - 37 Sequencing ( Urutan ) 39 - 34 - Total no. questions 10 10 10 10 10 ________________________________________________________________________________ __ IMPORTANT NOTES & TIPS TO SCORE A Section A Questions 1 4 ( a sentence with a missing word ) You are advised to spend 4 minutes on these questions. TYPES OF VOCABULARY ITEMS

1.Animals ( Gender masculine and feminine ) , animals and their young, Mammals, birds, fishes, reptiles, amphibians, insects, other animals 2.Animal homes barn, hutch, den, lair , burrow, sty, stable, aviary, apiary, 3.Places airport, harbour, helipad, quarry, reservoir, landfill, desert, cemeter y, sawmill etc 4.Objects - drawer, screwdriver, spanner, bucket, toothpaste, rake, hoe, microsc ope etc. 5.Transport air, land and water transport, hovercraft, raft, scooter, yacht, cab le car etc. 6.Games sports equipment , sports attire , indoor games, outdoor activities, tel ematch etc. 7.Clothing traditional costume, vest, jacket, pinafore, dothi , jippa, overall, apron etc. 8.Footwear sneakers, sandals, slippers, boots, clogs, high-heeled shoes , spikes etc. 9.Occupations things ,instruments or tools used by the people 10.Hobbies collecting stickers, making handicraft, gardening, flower arrangement , 11.Plants fruit, flowers, trees 12.Kitchen Utensils ( pestle and mortar, fish slice, gas cylinder, chopping boar d , saucer etc.) 13.Relationships ( doctor-patient-nurse, aunt-uncle-niece-nephew, etc. 14.Buildings description of buildings , parts of the buildings ( minarets, arche s, porch etc. ) 15.Food and Drinks 16.Parts of the body head, arm and leg 17.Collective nouns for people, things and animals 18.People Gender ( Masculine and Feminine ) , Samples questions. 1. The hunter turned his head when he heard the low _____________of a bear. A. growl B. bleat C. roar D. bark 2. Gopal is staying with his ___________because his parents have passed away. A. host B. teacher C. friends D. guardian 3. Karim practices blowing the _____________during his leisure. A. drum B. clarinet C. guitar D. cymbal Section A Questions 5 7 ( A paragraph is given with 3 blanks . Options are in ph rases ) You are advised to spend only 3 minutes for Questions 5 -7. -Understand the paragraphs and the pictures before choosing your answer. -Look at the context ( situation ) in the paragraph. Study the pictures carefull y. Answer all questions. -Check Read the paragraph using the phrases you have chosen. Section A Questions 8 10 ( Sentence Level ) You are advised to spend only 3 minutes on Questions 8 10 - A picture is given for each question - Study the pictures carefully. - Make sure the sentence you choose fits the picture given. Section B ( Social Expressions ) Questions 11 15 ( 5 questions with various situations ) You are advised to spend only 6 minutes on Section B.

Types of Situations and Responses 1. Greetings 2. Introducing yourself and others 3. Taking leave 4. Giving and seeking information 5. Giving instructions and carrying out instructions 6. Requesting for objects 7. Telephone conversations 8. Other social expressions 9. Giving directions Tips - Understand the situation and the sentences in each picture. - Look at the pictures and ask yourself what the people are doing. - Read through all the options given before you choose the best option. - Use your common sense to decide on the best answer. - Make a good guess if you are unsure of the answer. Section C ( Grammar ) Questions 16 21 ( 6 sentences with a missing word in each sentence ) You are advised to spend only 8 mins. On Questions 16 21 . - Pictures may be given for some questions. - If no pictures are given, look for clues in the sentence. - Make a good guess if you are unsure of the answers. - Write the word in the blank and read the sentence aloud. - If the sentence is logical and grammatically correct, circle that option as yo ur answer. - Answer all questions. Grammar Items Tested 1. Articles 2. Nouns 3. Pronouns 4. Adjectives 5. Comparison of Adjectives 6. Adverbs 7. Prepositions 8. Conjunctions 9. WH-questions 10. Tenses Present Tense, Present Continuous Tense, Past Tense, Past Continuous Tense, Past Participle, Future Tense 11. Verbs Interrogative Verbs, Main Verbs, Verbs-to-be, 12. Subject-Verb Agreement 13. Quantifiers 14. Determiners 15. Antonyms 16. Synonyms ---------------------------Section C ( Spelling ) Questions 22 23 ( 2 sentences with a missing word in each sentence) You are advised to spend 2 mins. on Questions 22 & 23 Study the pictures and sentences given. It there are no pictures given, look for clues in the sentence. Check the options given and choose the correct spelling for the missing word. Read the sentence again and check your answers.

Categories of Words Tested 1. Places 2. Objects 3. Games 4. Vehicles mode of transport 5. Clothing 6. Occupations 7. Hobbies 8. Animals - insects 9. Relationships 10. Buildings 11. Fruit 12. Vegetables 13. Food 14. Adjective description 15. Food 16. Drinks --------------------Section C ( Punctuation ) Questions 24 and 25 ( For each question, 4 sentences are given ) You are advised to spend only 2 minutes on Questions 24 and 25 Tips -Look at all the options carefully and focus on the punctuation marks. -Read each sentence carefully . Make sure that you choose the sentence with the correct punctuation. ______________________ SECTION D ( TEXT COMPLETION ) Questions 26 30 ( A picture and a short text with 5 missing words ) You are advised to spend only 6 minutes on Section D Tips - Study the picture. Read the text carefully. - Study the options given for each blank. - Get the clues to the answers from the picture and sentences given. - Choose the most suitable word to fill in each blank. - If you are unsure of the answers, make a good guess. - Do not leave any question unanswered. Types of Grammar Items Tested 1. Articles- a,an,the 6. Prepositions along, across, from, against 2. Nouns park, beach, broom 7. Conjunctions so, but, while, 3. Pronouns- they, them, themselves 8. Wh- questions whom , who, what, when 4. Adjectives beautiful, heavy 9. Tenses Present Continuous 5. Adverbs- slowly, quickly 10. Subject-Verb Agreement 11. Collective Nouns herd , swarm , troop, flock 12. Infinitive-to ___________________________ SECTION E ( READING COMPREHENSION ) Questions 31 40 ( 2 Stimuli ) You are advised to spend only 15 minutes on this section. - 5 multiple choice questions are given after each stimuli. Questions 31 35 (Non linear ) Questions 36 40 ( Linear ) 1. Notices 1. Letters 2. Advertisements 2. Speeches 3. Diary entries 3. Dialogues

4. Timetables 4. Factual Passages 5. Maps & Flow Charts 5. Narrative Passages Tips - Read the text or study the stimulus given carefully. - Go through each question and all the options given. - Choose the best answer from the options given - Circle A,B,C or D to mark the correct answers. Shade the space provided in the answer sheet. - Answer all the easy questions first. Then go back to the difficult questions. - Do not waste time. Cross out the options one by one until you get the correct answer. ______________________________________ Types of Questions 1. Understanding main ideas. 2. Locating details or specific information 3. Sequencing ideas / events 4. Understanding meaning of words 5. Recognising cause and effect relationships 6. Predicting outcomes 7. Drawing conclusions. -------------------------TIPS TO SCORE A FOR PAPER 2 ( SUBJECTIVE ) SK English Paper 2 Subjective Time 1 hour 15 mins. No of questions 3 Total marks 40 marks 3 Sections Section A, Section B and Section C * Pupils are tested on the ability to construct sentences with the correct struc ture and grammar. Pupils with a good command of the language are able to express ideas . Section A - Question 1 - Sentence construction based on given words and graphics. - A composite picture with helping words based on the picture. - May use or may not use all the words given - Must write 5 sentences based on the picture given. Section B Question 2 - Information transfer question. - Pupils have to read and understand information of the 3 items based on the var ious topics . - Question 2 a - Word transfer word and phrase level - Question 2 b - Sentence level while making a preference into grid (b) - Remember Spelling , punctuation ( tanda bacaan ) dan legibility ( tulisan yang jelas ) Section C Question 3 -Note expansion question. -Write a composition in a few paragraphs based on the pictures and words given. -Read instructions carefully before answering the question. -Pupils who have a good command of English are able to score high marks in this section. TIPS ON ANSWERING THE UPSR ENGISH LANGUAGE PAPER PAPER 2 -Look at the pictures and observe the activities and situation in it. -The helping words given will help pupils get a general idea of what the situati

on is in the picture. -Pupils may or may not use the helping words to construct sentences in SectionA and C. However read the instructions carefully. -The sentences must be related to the situation in the pictures. -Pupils must be careful with the spelling of words, capital letters and punctuat ions when transferring information from the original text. -Try not to make grammatical and spelling errors when constructing sentences. -Simple sentences, compound sentences and complex sentences can be used to const ruct sentences. -Write in paragraphs for Section C. -Do constant revision of your teachers notes , use the dictionary and do a lot of practices in answering the English papers. Do not forget to do all your correct ions. ANALYSIS OF UPSR ENGLISH KERTAS 2 ( 2006- 2010 ) SECTION A ( Sentence Construction ) 2006 - Topic- In the Kitchen 2007 - At a Durian Stall 2009 Children at Work / Drawing a Mural 2008 - Preparing for Hari Raya 2010 Student at work / Wrapping Prizes SECTION C ( Information Transfer ) 2006 Greeting Cards 2007 - Outdoor Activities 2008 - Hobbies 2009 - Personal Present 2010 - Holiday Destinations SECTION D ( Note Expansion ) 2006 - An Incident : A Burglar Chased by a Goose 2007 - A Story : Helping An Old Woman Repair Her House. 2008 - A Process : Preparing Pickled Papaya 2009 - A Story : Boy Helping Mother To Sell Nasi Lemak 2010 - A Story : Buying Ice-cream for a Poor Girl IMPORTANT NOTES & TIPS TO SCORE A UPSR PAPER 2, Section A Question 1 ( 1 picture and 10 words are given . Write 5 sentences about the picture. ) You are advised to spend 15 minutes on this section. TIPS: 1. Read the instructions carefully. 2. Study the picture and words given. 3. Use the words to make 5 complete sentences to describe the picture. You may n ot use all the words given. 4. Use linkers or sentence connectors and conjunctions where appropriate. 5. Read the sentences and check if they are logical and grammatically correct. 6. Make sure the sentences describe the picture logically and correctly. 7. Make your sentences interesting. You may add adjectives and adverbs. 8. You must be consistent when using tenses to describe the picture. Eg. Present and Present Continuous Tense. Pay attention to Subject-Verb Agreement. 9. Check your answers and correct any mistakes in grammar, spelling and punctuat ion. ------------------------Sample Answers: 1. The bread vendor, who is wearing a helmet, uses a motorcycle to sell bread , buns and cakes to his customers. 2. There are many types of bread hung around the container on the motorcycle whi

ch is parked under a 3. Many children are dly bread vendor. 4. The hard- working . 5. Two women who are .

shady tree. buying their favourite bread, buns and cakes from the frien bread vendor gets his supply of bread from a bakery in town carrying their babies, are walking towards the bread vendor

0r 1. Encik Ahmad, who is a bread vendor goes from place to place on his motorcycle to sell his bread and cakes. 2. He keeps the bread, buns and cakes in a big container behind his motorcycle a nd hangs some of them around it. 3.His customers are housewives and children who love to buy their favourite brea ds from him. 4.Encik Ahmads delicious bread, buns and cakes are made in a famous bakery in tow n. 5.A Malay woman and her Chinese neighbour want to buy some bread and they are wa lking towards him. Or 1. The bread vendor sells his bread on a motorcycle. 2. He parks his motorcycle under a big shady tree. 3.A few children are buying their favourite bread from him. 4.There is a big container at the back of his motorcycle. 5.The two women are carrying their babies. MORE USEFUL TIPS TO SCORE A IN SECTION A -If you do not know the word given or unsure of its meaning, do not use it. -You are not required to write a story. -Sentences do not have to be in sequence. -The tense used must be consistent. -For Section A, pupils may use the Present Continuous Tense to describe the acti ons that are happening at present. -You may name the people in the picture but you must be specific. Eg. Puan Kamar iah, who is wearing a scarf, is carrying her baby. -If there are two boys , you may say , The elder boy is walking away while his y ounger brother is still buying the bread. - Do not put yourself in the picture. Avoid writing , My family and I .. or I am ve ry happy. -If you wish to use the Past Tense, state the time. Remember, the sentences must be in the Past Tense . Look for the words that can guide you. Eg. went , bought , Sample Answer 1. Last Sunday,Encik Ahmad,the bread vendor went to a housing area to sell bread to his customers. 2. Women and children bought their favourite bread, buns and cakes from him. 3. There was a big container on his motorcycle and some bread hanging around it. 4. Encik Ahmad got his fresh and delicious bread from a bakery. 5. His business was good that day and he was happy. Table 1 Subject + Verb + Predicate The bread vendor is selling fresh bread, buns and cakes to his customers. The children are buying their favourite bread. The two women are carrying their babies and walking towards the bread vendor. The women and children bought a lot of bread, buns and cakes from Encik Ahmad, t he bread vendor.

CONSTRUCTING COMPOUND SENTENCES Construct 2 simple sentences first. Join them together with conjunctions eg. and , so, while,but, because, as , when , so that . 1. The children are buying their favourite bread while their mothers are watchin g them. 2. The players are rushing to take shelter because it is raining. CONSTRUCTING COMPLEX SENTENCES. 1. NAME + WHO + ACTION + ACTION Latipah, who is wearing a scarf , is sweeping the compound. 2. NAME + ADJECTIVE + ACTION Siti Khatijah, a helpful pupil, is helping her teacher to carry her heavy bag. 3. NAME + OCCUPATION + ACTION + ACTION Encik Ahmad, the bread vendor, who is wearing a helmet, is selling bread and cak es to his customers. 4. NAME + OCCUPATION + ACTION + WHILE + ACTION Pn Ashah, the teacher, is showing her pupils how to make paper flowers while sit ting on the floor. 5. NAME + DESIGNATION + ACTION + WHILE + ACTION Farah and Rani , two active children, are in their tracksuits while waiting for their coach to train them . -------------------Scoring Good and Excellent marks for Question 1 Good marks - 7 and 8 - Most sentences are correct. - Few single word errors. - Few errors in grammar, spelling and punctuation. - Ideas are relevant to the picture. Excellent marks 9 and 10 - Simple and compound sentences - Sentences are correct. - Nearly no grammatical, spelling and punctuation errors. - Ideas are relevant to the picture. PRACTICE FOR QUESTION 2 Section B Question 2 ( A stimulus is given. Pictures with short notes are given. Complete a table with information from the stimulus. Then write a paragraph giving reasons for a choice made. ) You are advised to spend 25 minutes on this section. TIPS 1. Read the instructions and information given carefully. 2. For Question 2 a , look at the table and find the information you need to com plete the table. Look for key words. Refer to the answers given as examples to follow. 3. Transfer the information to the blanks in the table. Check your spelling, gra mmar and punctuation . Write neatly and clearly. 4. For Question 2 b, choose one option from the choices given. There is no right or wrong choice. You must try to give good reasons for making your choice.

5. You can use the information from the table to help you list out reasons for y our choice. 6. You do not have to make a comparison with the other items. 7. List down the points and reasons . 8. Use a variety of sentences; simple and compound. 9. Use adjectives to make the description more interesting. 10. Use linkers to give the description a smoother flow. ( Besides, Therefore, M oreover etc. ) However, use them appropriately ;and not for every sentence. SCORING 1. Question 2 a Full marks is 10. 1 mark for each correct answer. No mark for an answer with spelling errors. 2. Question 2 b- Full marks is 5 Good mark - 4 - Language used is good. - Simple and compound sentences. - Some errors. Most reasons are well planned, relevant and clear. - Some punctuation and spelling errors. - Meaning is still clear. Excellent mark - 5 - Language used is very good. - Hardly any errors. - Reasons are clear and well planned, relevant and interesting. - Simple and compound sentences. - Spelling and punctuation correct. SUGGESTED SENTENCES FOR ANSWERING QUESTION 2 B ( APPLY THEM APPROPRIATELY ) 1. Price / Fee / Fare / Cost The price is low . The handbag is cheap. It costs RM20. It is the cheapest among the three . (items ) The price is RM70. Although the racquet is expensive, it is affordable. It is a reasonable fee and I think I can afford it. The price, which is RM50, is reasonable and affordable. The fee is not too expensive. Furthermore, I will get a RM10 discount if I regis ter early. This means I will pay less. The whole chicken costs RM12 each and it is the cheapest of all. It is worth buying. I would choose SMART Tuition Centre because its fees is the lowest of all. Although the price of the kitten is quite costly, I will get a lovely basket for free. It is very economical to choose Package A because the price is within my budget. 2. Occupations I like to be a teacher when I grow up because I can impart knowledge to pupils. I prefer to be a doctor when I grow up because I can treat sick people and save lives. I can contribute my service to the poor people . Being a pilot is interesting because I get to travel around the world. I can vis it many different countries all over the world. Besides, I can meet many kinds o f people and learn about their culture and traditions. I choose to be a policeman because I can keep law and order. It is my responsibi lity to keep the town safe and peaceful. This job is challenging although it is sometimes dangerous. This job is enjoyable and I get to meet many people. This occupation is suitable for me. / It suits me.

 It is highly paid. / The salary is high. The qualification needed is a university degree. -----------------------------3. Houses / Homestay The double-storey house in Taman Sri Selama is located quite near my school. It is convenient to go to school because there is an efficient bus service in this area. The semi-detached bungalow is the most spacious of all the houses. Therefore, it is the most suitable for my elder sisters big family. I am sure she and her fami ly will feel comfortable living in it. I prefer the house on the hill over looking the park because of the beautiful sc enery and peaceful surroundings. Living in a terrace house is interesting because we have many friendly neighbour s who can help one another. In addition, there is a small garden in front of the house, where we can grow ma ny colourful flowering plants. My father will like this house because the porch in front is big enough for park ing two cars. The security around this apartment is tight and my family will feel safe living here. Moreover, there are many facilities around such as a hair saloon, gymnasiu m and a mini-market. Therefore, it is very convenient for us. I would choose Homestay Sg. Bayor because my uncles family loves the countryside. The surroundings are green and the scenery is beautiful. Besides, it is quiet a nd peaceful. My uncles family can experience feeding the animals on the farm and plucking rambutans from the orchard. The package is for 3 days and 2 nights, whi ch is sufficient for my uncles family. Staying in Homestay Amanda will be a wonderful experience for my sisters pen pal and her family who love nature. This place is quite far from the city and it is located near a jungle. The air is fresh and cool. They can enjoy jungle-trekking and looking at the beautiful flowers and plants. They can take photographs of m any insects too. 4. Activities I prefer outdoor activities to indoor activities because they are more exciting, adventurous and challenging. I can enjoy the fresh air while cycling around the neighbourhood. Working indoor is more comfortable and I am protected from the sun and rain. Swimming is a good form of exercise because it strengthens the muscles of every part of the body. It keeps me fit and healthy. Collecting stamps is interesting and beneficial. We can gain a lot of knowledge about countries all over the world. Reading can improve our general knowledge, vocabulary and grammar. I can become more knowledgeable. Singing is entertaining and fun. It is my favourite activity and I am very talen ted in singing. Joining the Music Club gives the chance to play musical instruments and make new friends. Co-curricular activities help me to become an active , responsible and disciplin ed person. I get the chance to represent my school in sports . I can keep up the good name of my school. I will be proud if I win the first prize in the sports meet. 5. Clothing / Shoes I would choose the POLO sports shirt for my father because it is suitable for hi m. He can wear it when he goes for his sports activities. It makes him look styl ish and sporty. It is comfortable to wear. The long-sleeved shirt suits my father well as he will look smart in it. Besides

, he can wear it to important functions like meetings and business trips. The batik shirt has beautifully-designed patterns and it is very attractive. It is made of good quality silk material. It looks elegant. I would choose the long skirt with flowered patterns for my mother because she w ill look beautiful in it. Besides, it is fashionable and attractive. My mother c an wear it when she attends a party with her friends. The sizes are large and medium. The large size fits me well. The free gift is a wallet. It is very useful . SPARK shoes are comfortable for my brother to wear. They are made from good qual ity leather so they will last longer. Moreover, SPARK is the most popular brand among children today. My brother can wear them to school or for an outing. The Happyfit sandals come in three colours which are pink, yellow and white. So, I am going to choose pink as it is my favourite colour. These sandals are made in Malaysia and I prefer local products. I can walk comfortably in them. It is trendy . It is durable because it is made from good quality material. 6. Fruits I would choose the durian as it is my familys favourite fruit . Its flesh is crea my and delicious. It is rich in carbohydrates and vitamin. It is known as, The King of F ruits and is very popular during the durian season. The orange contains Vitamin C which keeps us healthy. We can either eat it fresh or make it into a drink. We can buy them from the market or supermarket. Eating fresh fruits is good for health. We will not fall sick easily if we eat f resh fruits every day. I prefer local fruits because they are cheaper and freshe r. I prefer the sweet and sour juicy mangoes. They are rich in vitamins. It is good to eat them when they are fresh. Mango juice is a popular drink too. 7. Shows / Movie / TV programme It is an interesting show / movie / TV programme and it is my favourite It is educational and I can gain a lot of knowledge from it. It is suitable for children like me. I can learn good moral values from the movi e. It is entertaining and I would enjoy watching it. Laughing is good and I can rel ease stress. This documentary provides me a lot of knowledge about sea animals and marine lif e. The ticket price is RM10 for an adult and RM6 for a child and it is reasonable. It is shown at the Star Cineplex which is a walking distance away from my house. The 5.00 pm show is suitable for me as I am free at that time. * Task . Practise writing notes for the following topics and others: Trees ( fruit tree , flowering plant , ferns ) Pets ( hamster , kitten , bird , fish ) Events ( car race , mountain-climbing , canoe race ) Books ( adventure , hobbies , grammar , magazine, encyclopedia , dictionary ) Toys ( soft toy , jigsaw-puzzle , remote-controlled car ) Food ( burger , sponge cake , muffins ) Transport ( coach , train , plane ) Objects ( watch , wallet, neck-tie , pen , handbag, computer ) Traditional Games ( top-spinning , kite flying , marbles ) Outdoor Games ( football, hockey , handball , netball, volleyball ) Indoor Games ( scrabble , chess, snake and ladder , monopoly , computer game ) Hobbies ( painting , drawing cartoons, gardening , sewing, cooking, collecting coins )

- Package Tours to holiday destinations ( Genting Highlands , Langkawi Island , Malacca , Penang Island ) ---------------------POINT REASON Fancy Blouse Price: Only RM65.70 Material : Cotton Free: Purse Available in four colours light blue, light green, light yellow, pink and brown. Price: The price is RM65.70. It is reasonable and affordable. Material The material is cotton and it is suitable for me. Besides, it is comfortable to wear. Free The gift is a purse.It is useful as I can keep my coins in it. Colours It comes in four colours. They are light blue, light green, light yellow, pink and brown. My favourite colour is light blue. _______________________________ PRACTICE FOR PAPER 2 QUESTION 3 Section C Question 3 ( Pictures with short notes are given . Write sentences to describe the pictures given. Use the notes given to help you write the sentences ) You are advised to spend 35 minutes on this section. TIPS 1. Read the instructions carefully. 2. Look at the pictures carefully. 3. Read and understand the notes given for each picture. Understand the story. 4. Pay attention to the words given to give you a clue to what tense to use. 5. Try to use the same tense throughout. The introduction maybe in Present Tense if you are describing the main character of the story. 6. Using the notes given , write 3 or 4 paragraphs to describe the pictures or s tory. Write neatly. 7. Have an opening and a closure. 8. Write a variety of sentences. Use simple, compound and complex sentences. 9. Write creatively. Use proper vocabulary to express your ideas. 10. Use adjectives and adverbs to make them interesting. 11. If you are confident, use idioms, similies or proverbs. 12. Your sentences should link well so that your story has a smooth flow in your story. ( Meanwhile, Within a few minutes, As he was walking home, Immediately, Firstly, Then, After that , Suddenly , etc ) 13. Check for mistakes in spelling, grammar and punctuation. Check that you have used the full-stop, comma and capital letters. 14. Use the correct sentence structures. 15. You may change the order of the words as long as the meaning is clear. 16. Plan your ideas well. Do not repeat your ideas. ------------------------Table 3 ( TSVC ) TIME SUBJECT VERB COMPLEMENT

A few days ago, Encik Mat Zen fetched his family to Lake Gardens. Table 4 SUBJECT VERB PREDICATE There was an accident in the busy town this morning. A lorry knocked down a small boy who was cycling. The boy was unconscious and seriously injured. In a short while an ambulance arrived and rushed him to the hospital. The boys parents went hurriedly to see their son. The doctors saved their son s life. The boys parents thanked them gratefully. The boy had to be treated in the hospital until he recovered. --------------------------------MARKS FOR PAPER 2 QUESTION 3 Full Marks - 15 Excellent - 13 15 Language used is very good. Ideas are clear, well-planned and interesting. Simple, compound and complex sentences.New words are used. No spelling and punctuation errors. Good 9 12 Language used is good. Tried to make simple, compound and complex sentences. Some errors made. Most ideas are well-planned, relevant and clear. New words are used. Some spelling and punctuation errors. Meaning is clear Average 5 8 Language used is correct. Simple sentences with errors. Meaning is clear. Ideas are quite good and vocabulary is enough.Vocabulary is adequate to convey meaning. A few punctuation and spelling errors. Weak 1 4 Poor use of the language. Many errors in sentences, spelling and punctuation. Ideas cannot be understood. Vocabulary is very weak. Sentences must have meaning. ------------------------------------SAMPLE ANSWER Halim is my pen pal. He studies in the Year 6 Best in SK Cemerlang. Halim enjoys outdoor activities such as camping and fishing. We share similar hobbies too. H alim is an active and friendly boy. He is popular in his school and his teachers like him too. During the last holidays, Halim and his friends went camping together. They were excited and planned for the trip well. They camped in Bukit Nanas quite far fro m their school. Halims uncle, Encik Abdul Rahman accompanied them on the trip. He was an experienced scout so he could look after the boys well and help them . T hey brought along tents, torchlights, clothes, cooking utensils and enough food for three days. The weather was fine and everyone was in a happy mood. After getting down from H alims uncle new car, they had to walk through a jungle track to reach their camps ite. Each of them had to carry their own heavy knapsacks on their backs. The air was fresh and they enjoyed walking . They were happy to get away from the hustl e and bustle of their busy town.

Soon they reached their campsite. They saw a beautiful waterfall nearby. The boy s pitched their tents and collected firewood for the campfire at night and cooki ng. After that, they spent a lot of time playing in the cool clear water. Encik Abdul Rahman taught them how to make a fishing rod. Halim and his friends made t heir own fishing rods from thin branches and twigs. They had fun trying to catch fish using the fishing rods they had made. They als o took turns to cook their simple meals over a fire. Besides fishing and swimming, the adventurous boys also went jungle trekking . I t was a challenging activity as the ground was steep and slippery. Although it w as tiring, the boys enjoyed themselves in the jungle. They could see various typ es of insects and rare birds and plants. They collected some leaves and pebbles for their Science Corner in their class. At night, they had a lovely campfire an d sang many camping songs , joked and laughed a lot. Soon, it was time to return home. They had spent three wonderful days in the jun gle. Before leaving their campsite, they made sure that the place was clean. The y picked up all the rubbish and put it in a big plastic bag. Halims uncle made su re that he had put out the fire carefully. He did not want to cause any forest f ires. Then, all of them left the jungle feeling tired but happy. It was an educa tional and adventurous experience. When they returned home, they wrote down thei r experience in their diaries. ________________________________________________________________________________ ____

ACTIVITIES ENGLISH PANEL ACTIVITIES 2011 - English Language teachers conducted extra English classes for Yr 6 pupils ( Pr ogram Kecemerlangan UPSR 2011 ) - English Language teachers involved in the ELITE Programme for Yr 5 pupils in s chool ( Pupils paid tuition fees )

- English Language teachers attended the KSSR English courses , English Workshop s on UPSR English Paper and conducted in-house training sessions. - Teaching & Learning Activities In The Classrooms - Vocabulary Power - Teachers provide lists of words according to themes or topics. - Vocabulary Books - Each pupil has to keep his or her own Vocabulary Book with list of words and their meanings or sentences. - ACTIVE Programme ( Mdm Oon s Kajian Tindakan project ) - Pupils construct sent ences based on pictures according to the correct tenses. - My Yellow Book ( author, Pn Hjh Norhaizan Mahussin ) - Pupils refer to this bo ok to construct sentences using correct sentence structures and notes given. - Learning English Through Pop Songs - Pupils sing songs from the Song Book and CDs ( Song Package Project by SK Selama English Panel - 2006 ) - Interactive lessons from KPM English CDs and Text Book CDs. - Fun activities - poems, jazz chants, choral speaking, short plays , role-plays , choral reading, spelling games , language games, quizzes etc. - Contemporary Literature for Yrs 4,5 & 6 - Extensive Reading for Yr 3 & 4 - English Corners Activities - Posters & Notice Boards ENGLISH CAMPAIGN SCHOOL LEVEL - Spelling Competitions NILAM Programme - Read a lot of English books. ENGLISH ACTIVITY DAY Morning Glory & Motivation Programme - Every Tuesday morning ( 7.20 - 7.30 am )

POEMS FOR TEACHERS 1.0 DEDICATED TO A TEACHER 2.0 A TRIBUTE TO A TEACHER We held their hands the first day of school. Our hearts were filled with pride. There was an aura of fear and apprehension As we stood close to their side. We deposited our children at your door, Our most precious and prized possessions. We trusted that you would give them more Then Reading and Writing lessons. Our unspoken words were, give them self worth. They are little children, respect their rights. Teach them with love and remember compassion. Use a firm hand to break up their fights. As the years went by, you did us proud With your guiding hand and understanding smile. You gave much more then we expected. That was your way, your undeniable style. What higher tribute can we pay a teacher? To what greater heights can he ascend? Than to have his students praise his work, And to say "He is my friend."

- Myrna Beth Lambert 3.0 TO A SPECIAL TEACHER You are my special teacher I just want you to know I always had fun in your class How the time has flown! Thank you for helping me To learn all that I know I will always remember you Even when I m grown! I ll miss you being my teacher I know the reason why I am feeling very sad Because it s time to say goodbye - Author Unknown 4.0 THE TEACHER The teacher must have the professional commitment, the concern, the pride, the dignity, the awareness that this profession is the profession that he has dedicated himself to and that it is his mission to teach, to educate and to bring up children who will grow up to be good citizens, not only in the political sense but also as good people, good neighbours, good fathers,good husbands and good wives. 5.0 WHAT IS A TEACHER A teacher is someone who sees each child As a unique person And encourages Individual talents and strengths. A teacher looks beyond each childs face And sees inside their souls. A teacher is someone with a special touch And a ready smile Who takes the time to listen to both sides And always tries to be fair. A teacher has a caring heart That respects and understands. A teacher is someone Who can look past disruption and rebellion And recognize hurt and pain.

A teacher teaches the entire child And helps to build confidence And raise self-esteem. A teacher makes a difference in each childs life. And affects each family And the future of us all. Barbara Cage 6.0 THE TEACHER I have come to a frightening conclusion. I am the decisive element in the classroom. It is my personal approach that creates the climate. It is my daily mood that makes the weather. As a teacher, I possess tremendous power to make a childs life miserable or joyous. I can be a tool of torture or instrument of inspiration . I can humiliate or humor, hurt or heal. In all situations, it is my response that decides whether a crisis will be escalated or de-escalated, a child humanized or de-humanized. POEMS FOR KIDS 1.0 A CHILD S LOVE A child s love is like a whisper, given in little ways we do not hear. But if you listen closely it will be very clear. They often do not say it loud, but in how they come to you... Daddy, will you play with me? Mommy, tie my shoe? The many ways they tell you, changes as they grow. Dad, I made the team today! Mom, I ve Got to go! Pop, I need some money, You see there s...this girl at school. Mama, I met a boy today and Wow, he s so cool! Dad, I ve got something to tell you... I think she is the one! Mom, he asked me to marry him. Would you love him as your son? Dad, I ve got some news for you... It s going to be a boy! Mom, I m kind of scared of this, yet I m filled with joy! A child s love is like a whisper, given in little ways we do not hear. But if you listen closely, it will be very clear. They often do not say it loud, but in how they come to you... Grandpa, will you play with me? Grandma, tie my shoe? It is never ending. A blessing from above. Listen to the whispers of a child s love.

INSPIRING QUOTATIONS 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0

5.0 6.0 7.0 8.0 Introduction The SK Selama English Panel has been actively running activities for English tea chers and others as well. It supports the English Society activities in running the yearly English Campaign. Made up of qualified, dedicated and experienced Eng lish teachers, this panel focuses on academic projects to raise the standard of English among its pupils and the results in UPSR. Besides, it carries out variou s supporting language activities such as choral speaking, singing, spelling game s etc. It is our hope that the English Panel and English Society of this school will continue to progress and achieve excellent results and performance. Its suc cess depends on continuous support given by our headmistress, all teachers, pupi ls, parents, P.T.A. and Alumni of S.K. Selama. This new blog serves as a useful media for two way interaction to get feedback and comments for further improveme nt. Here s thanking you for your interest ENGLISH IS AN INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGE. IT IS USED WORLD-WIDE OR GLOBALLY. ENGLISH IS THE MEDIA OF COMMUNICATION IN BUSINESS, EDUCATION, RESEARCH,TOURISM e tc. LEARNING ENGLISH IS FUN AND INTERESTING. ONE WHO SPEAKS ENGLISH WELL USUALLY WRITEs WELL. CONSTANT PRACTICE IN SPEAKING ENGLISH MAKES IT PERFECT. LEARNING AND MASTERING ENGLISH EQUIPS YOU FOR A BRIGHTER FUTURE. TO LOVE, LEARN AND ENJOY SPEAKING ENGLISH TOGETHER IS WONDERFUL. SK SELAMA GET GEARED UP FOR THE ENGLISH CARNIVAL 2011 My Dear English Teachers And Pupils of SK Selama, here are some words of encoura gement from me, the Chairman of the English Panel of our school. The English Carnival will be organised at the Selama Zone Level first and Larut Matang Selama District Level. The campaign begins and all English teachers must get geared up by helping to prepare our school representatives for the all the f ive events. It has to be considered a serious matter and there is no time to was te. No time to at all to point fingers at one another but just get to work at it . Success and victories all depend on joint effort and full co-operation from tr ainers, participants, parents and supporters. I hope to see the true spirit of participation which is the most important. Bein g able to present a story, a speech, spell words, sing and dance either alone or in a group like in Choral Speaking , is already an achievement. To improve in o ne s English one has to try to speak the language confidently . Where there s a will, there s a way . Constant practice makes it perfect. Am trying my best to write scripts for the various competitions our SK Selama pu pils are going to participate. Hopefully the selected pupils will start practisi ng very soon. The contribution of time and effort from the English teachers is a ppreciated with thanks.

I will call for an urgent meeting soon on this matter. Mdm Oon Lay Wah Chairman of SK Selama English Panel FIRST ENGLISH PANEL MEETING 2011 The First English Panel Meeting 2011 Date: 12 JAN 2011 ( WEDNESDAY ) Time: 1.00 p.m. Venue: MEETING ROOM All English teachers are requested to attend this meeting. The panel also welcomes the headmistress , Pn Ashah Bt Arshad to attend it. Important matters : The 2010 UPSR English result Post mortem of the result. Plans & strategies for improving the standard of English in the school. In-house training sessions for English teachers and others. Workshops on producing teaching & learning materials such as choral reading book s, work cards, materials for English boards. This English Panel Blog- Contribution of materials and creativity of this blog. English activities for the whole year. Preparation for the English competitions at school, zone or district level. EXCEL IN ENGLISH MY YELLOW BOOK - By Pn Hjh Norhaizan Mahussin My Yellow Book , written by Pn Hjh Norhaizan Mahussin, our English teacher herse lf. This book is being used in many schools in Terengganu, Pahang and Selangor. It is on sale now in Perak. This book can help you to master the English Languag e easily and it is suitable as a reference book for primary and secondary studen ts. Those interested may place their orders. My Yellow Book yang telah digunakan di kebanyakan sekolah di Terengganu, Pahang dan Selangor. Buku ini boleh membantu anda menguasai Bahasa Inggeris dengan muda h dan sesuai untuk rujukan semua golongan dari sekolah rendah ke sekolah menenga h. Sesiapa yang berminat boleh membuat tempahan! Sila hantarkan nama, alamat dan jumlah buku yang dikehendaki dan hantarkan ke no mbor berikut : Puan Norhaizan Mahussin - 017 9331189 Abdul Razab bin Ismail - 0139214105

THE IMPORTANCE OF ENGLISH English is one of the most important languages in the world. It can even be said o be the single most important language. Yes, other languages are important too , but not for the same reasons as English is important. English is important bec ause it is, maybe, the only language that truly links the whole world together. If not for English, the whole world may not be as united as it is today. The oth er languages may be important for their local values and culture.

English can be used as a language in any part of the world. This is because at l east a few people in each locality would know the language. Though these people might not have the same accent as others, the language at least will be understa ndable. There are various reasons for the importance of English language. They a re listed below. 1. Travel: When a person travels to another part of the world either for the sak e of business or even as a tourist, the languages may differ. In these condition s, English is the language that helps people to deal with the situation. It is l ike a universal language. 2. Same country: In countries like India, where the land is so vast with of various cultures live, the languages of each part of the country also Under the circumstances, English can be the only link as people in each ill not be able to learn all the other languages to communicate with the English bridges this gap and connects the people. people differ. place w people.

3. Education / Studies: The presence of English as a universal language assumes importance in the fact that more and more people leave their countries not only for the sake of business and pleasure, but also for studying. Education has incr eased the role of English. People who go to another country to study can only ha ve English as their medium of study. This is because the individual will not be able to learn a subject in the local language of the country. This again reinfor ces the fact that English language is very important. 4. Correspondence: All correspondences between offices in different countries an d also between political leaders of various countries is in English. This linkin g factor also tells of the importance of English language. 5. Internet: In spite of the growth of Internet in various languages, English is the mainstay of the Internet users. This is the language in which most of the i nformation and websites are available. It is very difficult to translate each an d every relevant webpage into the language of various countries. With Internet b ecoming very important in E commerce and also in education, English language is bound to grow. Thus the importance of English as a language is emphasized. The future of English as a language is very secure. In this era of consolidation and trying to unify various aspects of life, it will not be long before English can be made as a single language of the world like the single currency and the union of various nations. ADVICE TO ALL PUPILS OF SK SELAMA Just three days to go before you sit for your English Tests. Do your revision and sleep early. Go through all your text book , workbook and exercise books. Study your grammar notes and vocabulary list. On the day of your tests: Be careful. Read the instructions carefully. Study the pictures and notes given. Answer correctly after thinking. Write simple and compound sentences. Check your spelling, grammar and writing. STUDY HARD & DO WELL IN YOUR TESTS YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE TO ALL ENGLISH CORNERS Attention all English teachers and pupils. We hope all English Corners in our school will be filled up as soon

as possible. Teachers as well as pupils can contribute to this creative corners by bringing interesting pictures based on the lessons in school, newspaper cuttings, poems, short stories and language games. We need articles, riddles, jokes, comic strips, crossword puzzles and grammar notes. Pupils can display their own creative work such as compositions, written work, journals, mind-maps etc. Hope for greater cooperation from all. Thank you. Teacher s Day Messages, Quotations & Greetings GREETINGS FOR TEACHER S DAY A teacher Takes a hand Opens a mind. And touches a heart. You are one such teacher for me! Thanks for being there! Happy Teacher s Day! ************************************ Teachers that live to teach.. And Create kids That love to learn Thanks for your support! Happy Teacher s Day! *********************************** * A teacher Is like a candle Which lights others In consuming itself. Happy Teacher s Day! *********************************** * Teachers help us To learn from yesterday, Live for today and Hope for tomorrow. You have taught us all of this! Happy Teacher s Day *********************************** The Award for best teacher Has been declared And it goes to You!!!!! Happy Teachers Day! When it comes to teaching No one can compete with you. Happy Teachers Day! Thanks for being a true mentor of our hearts. Thanks for making us what we are today. Happy Teachers Day! You are bestest Teacher in this world I will always remember that I had an excellent guide In the form of a teacher - You Happy Teachers Day! I found guidance, friendship, discipline and love, everything, in one person. An

d that person is you (name of your teacher) Happy Teachers Day! Without you, we would have been lost.

HERE S DEDICATING THREE LOVELY POEMS TO ALL TEACHERS. THE TEACHER The teacher must have the professional commitment, the concern, the pride, the dignity, the awareness that this profession is the profession that he has dedicated himself to and that it is his mission to teach, to educate and to bring up children who will grow up to be good citizens, not only in the political sense but also as good people, good neighbours, good fathers,good husbands and good wives. *************************** WHAT IS A TEACHER? A teacher is someone who sees each child As a unique person And encourages Individual talents and strengths. A teacher looks beyond each childs face And sees inside their souls. A teacher is someone with a special touch And a ready smile Who takes the time to listen to both sides And always tries to be fair. A teacher has a caring heart That respects and understands. A teacher is someone Who can look past disruption and rebellion And recognize hurt and pain. A teacher teaches the entire child And helps to build confidence And raise self-esteem. A teacher makes a difference in each childs life. And affects each family And the future of us all. Barbara Cage ******************************** THE TEACHER

I have come to a frightening conclusion. I am the decisive element in the classroom. It is my personal approach that creates the climate. It is my daily mood that makes the weather. As a teacher, I possess tremendous power to make a childs life miserable or joyous. I can be a tool of torture or instrument of inspiration . I can humiliate or humor, hurt or heal. In all situations, it is my response that decides whether a crisis will be escalated or de-escalated, a child humanized or de-humanized. *******************************************