Section A

[10 marks]
[Time suggested: 15 minutes]

The text below is about not being properly attired for an interview.

Question 1
Read the text below. The first and last lines are correct. For the remaining lines, there is one
grammatical error in each line. The errors have been underlined.

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.

I got my first job when I was eighteen after I managed to convince my parents to e.g: heard

allow me to earn some pocket money. I hear that a company in the building a) ______

where my sister worked needed a temporary clerk. I phoned a company’s office b) ______

for an interview. I was ask to report to the office the next morning. Never c) ______

having attended an interview before, I took pains to make a better impression. d) ______

Next morning, after anyone had woken up, I sneaked out in my best clothes. I e) ______

did not want to be teased about mine appearance. I walked into the office at 8.50 f) ______

a.m.to be on time from the interview. After I had told the receptionist who I was g) ______

so why I was there, she pointed to a door. She said I could start work today and h) ______

that my desk was in the room. Greatly puzzled, I asked her about the interviews I i) ______

was supposed to attend. She explained that I was to be here for only a month. j) ______

Then, she told me smiling to wear shoes the next day. I looked down and was

stunned for moment – I had rushed off in my slippers! From then onwards, I made

sure I was not wearing, slippers whenever I leave my house for appointment.
 SECTION B
[30 marks]
[Time suggested: 40 minutes]
Question 2
Read the following text. Then, answer questions (a) – (j)

KIDS FAMINE CAMP

An eight-hour Kids Famine Camp is in line with Doubletree’s worldwide outreach programme,
“Teaching Kids to Care”. The Famine camp aims to educate children on global social issues,
name World Hunger and Urban Poverty.

The fun and interactive camp is targeted for those aged between nine and twelve. The child-
friendly programme is customized from World Vision’s annual 30-hour famine movement for
adults.

During the camp, children will fast for eight hours starting from 9.30a.m. They will go through
a schedule of activities and lesson plans. From here, they will learn about the impact of world
hunger and urban poverty on children in nearby countries. A pledge of RM50.00 to World
Vision’s beneficiaries will be required for every child registering.

Worldwide over 175,000 children in 200 cities have taken part in such camps. This camp is
the first in South-East Asia. The organisers aim to champion the global initiative locally. A
selected group of H. Hotel employees will work together a caring community outreach
programmes to inculcate a caring culture in the hotel team. The hotel will make a pledge of
RM50.00 to World Vision for each of the employee’s child registering for the camp.

Questions (a) – (j)

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

Objective: Participants:

(b) educate children on __________________________, (c) _______________________

namely __________________ and _____________

KIDS FAMINE
Coordinating with : CAMP
(a)_______________ outreach
Programme:
programme
(d) ______________________________

To champion global initiative locally, the community from 9.30am

outreach programmes participated by:
(e) Activities and __________________
(h) employees from _____________
(f) _________________of social issues
Objectives:
on Children worldwide.
(i) inculcate a _____________________ in the
hotel

Team

(ii) encourage _________________________

children to participate.

Registration fees per child:

(g) a _______ to World Vision beneficiaries

Question 3

Read the following descriptions. Then, answer questions (a) – (i)

Ice-Cream Sandwich Cake

A yummy dessert made up of layers of ice-cream topped with whipped cream, hot fudge and
caramel. Sprinkle it with some pecans or your favourite nuts. Cover the dish with aluminium foil.
Freeze until set for at leasat30 minutes. No baking or cooking required.

Easy Lemon Cookies

This is the basic cake mix made with a twist; a mouth-watering flavor where the lemon just pops
in your mouth! You may use lemon fresh juice or lemon extract. These cookies are perfect for
picnics and great with other citrus flavours, too.

Peanut Butter Cookies

This is an amazing no-flavour peanut butter cookie. It is so easy that even kids can make it.
This cookie is crispy on the outside and a little chewy in the centre. Common everyday
ingredients are needed, such as peanut butter, sugar, eggs, baking soda, vanilla essence and a
pinch of salt.

Bananas with Caramel Sauce

Ripe bananas cooked with melted butter, brown sugar and sour cream. You can whip up this
dessert in minutes. Pour some hot caramel sauce over it. Serve with coconut ice-cream, if
desired.

Strawberry Angel Food Cake

A spectacular dessert to tempt you. Angel cake pieces are topped with
sweetened cream cheese, whipped cream and ripe strawberries. You may
use blueberries or blackberries as alternatives. Serve in an elegant trifle
dish.

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

(a) The ice cream sandwich cake takes 30 minutes to make. ___________(1m)
(b) The bananas with caramel sauce are best served cold. ___________(1m)
(c) Children like to eat peanut butter cookies. ___________(1m)
(d) The strawberry angel food cake is topped with sour cream. ___________(1m)

Questions (e) - (i) : Read the recipes carefully and answer the questions below.

(e) Which dessert has three kinds of topping?

_____________________________________________________________(1m)

(f) What can replace the strawberries in the Strawberry Angel Food Cake?
____________________________________________________________ (1m)
(g) Fill in the table with the appropriate phrase from the recipes.

Meaning Phrase

i. If you want 1m
ii. to make a meal quickly
1m

(h) Why do you think the word ‘pop’ is used to describe the Easy Lemon Cookies?
_____________________________________________________________(1m)

(i) What other occasions would be suitable to serve desserts?

_____________________________________________________________(1m)

(j) You plan to serve dessert for your class party. In about 50 words, write a postcard to
your cousin. In your postcard:
 Invite your cousin to help you.
 Give reasons to support your choice.
 Add other relevant information to make your writing interesting.

Dear _____________,
_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________

(10m)
 SECTION C
[20 marks]
[Time suggested: 20 minutes]
Question 4
Read the letter from Hannah to Shireen.
Dear Shireen,
Nice to hear from you after such a long time . How are you and your family? We’re doing fine
here in our new house. I hope you can visit soon.
In your letter, you mentioned that you’ll be attending and eight-day camping trip. I know you
are excited yet a bit nervous because you are reserved and not sure how to get along with the
others or make friends with them.
Let me tell what I have read about making friends. Making friends can be difficult especially
with so much peer pressure. You are the odd one out if you do not belong to a group that sports a
certain hairstyle or wears clothes that are in fashion. But, this does not mean that you should
follow the crowd blindly.
In order to make friends, first of all show your pleasant personality. You need to become
genuinely interested in other people and show kindness to others. If you want people to like you,
make them feel important. Smile always. It costs nothing but it enriches those who receive it. A
smile cannot be bought or borrowed, it comes from the heart.
As we all come from different backgrounds, we do get into arguments over differences of
opinions. The only way to get out of an argument is to avoid it. If you are wrong, admit it quickly
and apologize to your friend. If the other party continues arguing, excuse yourself and walk away.
An important thing to remember is choose your friends carefully. If someone tries to persuade
you to play truant or miss any activity, say ’no’. when you do something against the regulations,
you will lost honest, good and upright friends in no time. Stay away from those who try to
influence you to do wrong things.
Stay strong mentally and you will not be swayed by bad influences. Don’t follow a crowd just to
be accepted. Stay true to yourself. You will be happy and have good experiences in your life.
Remember it is better to have one good friends than ten dishonest friends who will stab you in the
back when opportunity arises.
I hope you will make some good friends at the camp. Enjoy yourself at the camp and write to
me about it when you get back.
Your friend,
Hannah
Read the letter carefully and answer questions (a) – (i)

(a) What trip does Shireen intend to attend?

__________________________________________________________(1m)
(b) How does Shireen feel about going from the trip?
__________________________________________________________(1m)

(c) List two reasons why Shireen feel nervous about attending the camping trip.
i. _____________________________________________________(1m)
ii.
iii. _____________________________________________________(1m)

(d) When would one feel like the odd one out and how should one deal with it?
__________________________________________________________(1m)

(e) Fill in the table with appropriate word / phrase from the letter

Meaning Word / Phrase

i. Do what others are doing without thinking

ii. Enjoy doing something or survive on

iv. Very soon, before you know it

v. Betray you

(4 m)
(f) What should one do if one wants to make friends?
__________________________________________________________(1m)

(g) What should one do if one is wrong about something and if the other party refuses to
stop arguing?
__________________________________________________________________(1m)
(h) Explain what is likely to happen if we allow ourselves to be influenced by others to do
wrong things.
i. _____________________________________________________(1m)

ii. _____________________________________________________(1m)

(i) Suggest two other ways Shireen can do to make friends.

i. _____________________________________________________(1m)
 ii.
iii. _____________________________________________________(1m)

Question 5
Read the poem below carefully. Then, answer questions (a) – (d)

A Fighter’s Lines – Marzuki Ali

I am old and worn In the name of justice

And have lost all my strength Wake up and form ranks
Sufferings Sons of our ancestor
And the history of the fight for independence Be brave
Have forced sacrifices And erect a wall of people
That know no name Stand up heirs of our freedom
Or life

From the wheelchair of the rest of my days I have no more voice

I, body and energy crushed It is you now who should speak
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

(a) What does the word suffering tells us about the persona?
__________________________________________________________(1m)
(b) In stanza 2, how does the persona feel about life?
________________________________________________________(1m)
(c) What does the word heir refers to?
________________________________________________________(1m)
(d) Why does the persona think he has no more voice? Give a reason.
______________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________(2m)

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

Question 6

You should spend 30 minutes on this question.

Your family has moved to a new town and you like the neighbourhood very much.

Write a letter to your friend and tell him or her about the activities carried out in your new
neighbourhood.

beautify environment – plant trees and

flowers – monthly

recycle – reduce waste – earn extra cash

cycle or walk – shops and parks – prevent air

pollution

When writing your letter,

 You must use the notes or phrases given
 Elaborate on your writing to make it more interesting
 Add any relevant information
 Write in not less than 150 words

(Students can write the answer in their exercise book)