SECTION A

(10 marks)
(Time suggested : 15 minutes)
Answer ALL the questions in this paper
Question 1
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.
e.g. years
This is a true story that happened year ago. One cold day, a man named
Bob Grant was looking for gold on the Rocky Mountains. Just as he came

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around a bend, he come face to face with a huge grizzly bear. Before Bob could

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raise his gun, it attacked him. The bear dragged him until it reach an huge rock

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near a cave,where it dropped Bob. The rock was on a cliff above a fast river. He

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only chance to live was to roll off the rock and dive on the river, and that was

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what he did. He fell deep into the icy cold water. The swift waters sweep him

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onto the roots of a big tree that sat on the river bank. Just then, much people

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who were passing by saw Bob. They dragged him away from the river bank but

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brought him to safety. They are looking after him until he was well again. When

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Bob recovered, he thanked they. He realized he had been given a second

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chance to live.

(10 marks)

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

PEN PAL PAGE

Hi! My name is Leila Hussain. I am 15 years old. I am an optimistic and energetic

person. My ambition is to either be an astronaut or a scientist. I think travelling to the moon or to
other planets would really be fascinating. On the other hand, I think being a scientist is
interesting as I can invent things that could be of benefit to people.
I have a few hobbies but my two favourite hobbies are blogging and playing chess. I
mostly blog about my pet cat, Sheba. I usually play chess with my father. He usually defeats me
but I feel I am getting better and will defeat him more often.
To keep fit, I swim and play tennis. I go swimming once a week with my friends, Gayathri
and Christine. We go to a swimming pool near my house. I play tennis almost every day with my
younger sister, Munira.
I am a prefect at school and a librarian. Even though it can be difficult at times, I try to
perform my duties to the best of my abilities.

Career Choices:
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Character Traits:
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LEILA HUSSAIN

Sports

Post held in school:

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Favourite pastimes:
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(10 marks)

Question 3
Read the information sheet below. Then, answer questions (a) (i).
How To Take Good Photographs
1. Hold the camera steadily
Grip the camera as firmly as possible. It often helps if you stand with your feet
apart.
Squeeze the button gently.
2. Compose your picture with care
Look very carefully through the viewfinder before you press the shutter
Is the most interesting part of your picture in the centre?
Try to fill the frame with your subject.
Never have the sun shining directly into their eyes. Have the sun shining from the
side.
3. Photograph people in an interesting way
How many photographs show friends and family standing stiffly before the
camera with artificial smiles on their faces? Why not show them something they
normally do, something that tells us more about them?
If possible, photograph them when they dont know you are doing it.
4. Use flash sensibly
The flash on your camera cannot illuminate objects beyond about three metres. It
certainly cannot light up large groups or whole rooms.
Beware of the `red eye! People should not look straight at the camera when you
are using a flash.
5. Read books

There are many books published to help beginners. Maybe you can find one or
two in your library or bookshop. A few hours reading will enhance your skills.
6. Study interesting photographs

Carefully study photographs that you find pleasing. What can you learn from
them?

Questions (a) (d): Based on the information sheet, state whether the following statements are
TRUE or FALSE.
a The information sheet provides information on how to choose a
camera

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b You should grip the camera well and have your legs apart while
taking a photograph.

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c Having the sun shine directly into eyes of people you want to
photograph is a good idea.

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d The flash can illuminate subjects as far as three metres.

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Questions (e) (i): Read the information sheet carefully and answer the questions below.
e How can you make your photographs interesting?
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What is the best way to reduce the red-eye effect?

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g Fill in the table with an appropriate phrase from the information sheet.
Meaning
(i) brighten up things with light
(ii) improve your abilities

Phrase
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h Why do you think that one can improve his/her photography skills by studying photographs?
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i Suggest another way of improving our photography skills.
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You want to learn photography from an online photography website that offers free advice for
photography enthusiasts. In about 50 words, write an e-mail to ask for advice. In your email:

Introduce yourself

Request for some tips on how to take better photographs or sceneries

Add other relevant information to make writing interesting

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[10 marks]

SECTION C
(20 marks)
(Time suggested)
Question 4
Read the text below

Children of the past spent their time playing outdoor games or stayed indoors, pursuing
a hobby or participating in activities like carom and monopoly. However the introduction of
technology and computers has completely transformed the lives of children today.
Many children are addicted to playing computer games instead taking part in physical
activities that are beneficial and healthy. Sitting down for long hours in front of the computer and
snacking on junk food might lead to many disadvantages which include health complications.
Among these complications are obesity, sleep problems and chronic diseases.
It is time something is done to prevent this situation from getting out of hand. Children
should be protected from becoming victims of a situation that may be beyond their control.
Parents and guardians must take necessary steps to ensure that their children grow up in a safe
and healthy environment. One of the best ways is to encourage our children to participate in
outdoor activities. This could be swimming, playing tennis, squash or evena team event like
football, hockey or cricket.
There are many reasons why we should encourage children to be actively involved in
outdoor activities. Besides making them healthy and preventing chronic diseases, children will
have an excellent opportunity to make friends. This will help children develop social skills and
racial tolerance. When participating in outdoor activities, children get the opportunity to mix with
other children who may not come from similar ethnic background.
As outdoor activities are less structured, children are also able to let their hair down.
Moreover, taking part in outdoor activities is an effective way for them to keep fit. Last but not
least, children will develop self-esteem and a sense of confidence which will help them survive
in the real world.

What has caused change in the lives of children today?

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State two factors that contribute to health complications.

i)________________________________________________________________ [1 mark]
ii)_______________________________________________________________

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Who plays a major role in ensuring childrens well-being?

i)________________________________________________________________ [1 mark]
ii)_______________________________________________________________

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State two ways in which outdoor activities help children.

i)________________________________________________________________ [1 mark]
ii)_______________________________________________________________

[1 mark]

e Fill in the table with an appropriate word from the text.

Meaning

i)

An activity done for relaxation

ii)

Changed

iii)

Take part

iv)

Chance

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How would outdoor activities help children survive in real life?

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[1 mark]

Why does the writer state by playing computer games, children are becoming
victims of a situation that may be beyond their control?
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[1 mark]

Provide two other reasons why one should participate in outdoor activities?
i)_______________________________________________________________

[1 mark]

ii)_______________________________________________________________

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Question 5
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Read the poem below carefully. Then, answer questions (a) (d)
A Fighters Lines
I am old and worn
and have lost all my strength
sufferings
and the history of the fight for independence
have forced sacrifices
that know no name
or life
From the wheelchair of the rest of my days
I, body and energy crushed
see and cannot do much
these times are too big a challenge
for the remnants of my crippled years
the net of deceit spread everywhere
disturbs me
In the name of justice
Wake up and form ranks sons of our ancestor
Be brave
And erect a wall of people
Stand up heirs of our freedom
I have no more voice
It is you now who should speak!
Marzuki Ali

a Who is the persona in this poem?

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b How is the persona affected by the fight for independence?

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c What does the poet want the young people of Malaysia to do?

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d If you were the persona, would you expect the younger generation to protect the
independence you have won for them? Give a reason.
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[1 mark]

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[2 marks]
Section D
(40 marks)
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(Time suggested: 45 minutes)

Question 6
You should spend 30 minutes on this question.
The picture below shows you and your family at the beach. Based on the picture given, write a
story entitled `A Day at the Beach.

When writing your story, you should:

Give details on what you and your family did at the beach
Write between 120 and 150 words.
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[30 marks]
Question 7
The following are the novels studied in Literature Component of the English Language
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1. Around The World in 80 Days

2. How I Met Myself
3. The Railway Children

- Jules Verne
- David A. Hill
- Edith Nesbitt (retold by John Escott)

Based on one of the novels above, write about a character you admire.
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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[10 marks]
Prepared by:
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(Pn. Norhayati bt Zakariya)

Validated by:
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(Pn. Hardiza bt Hj Daud)
Head of English Department

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Endorsed by;
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(Pn. Hajizum bt Esa)
Head of Languages Department

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