Part 1

Question 1 - 8
Read the text carefully in each question. Choose the best answer A, B or C.
For each question, mark the correct answer A, B or C on your answer sheet.

Congratulations
to our own Nicol David for raising the bar for all Malaysians. She defeated
world’s No.1 Rachel Grinsham in the semi-finals and went on to beat Natalie
Grinham in the finals to emerge as the winner of the 2005 British Open
Squash Championship.

1. The extract tells us that Nicol David

A. beat Natalie Grinham in the semi-finals.
B. Won the British Open Squash Championship.
C. Lost the British Open Squash Champoinship.

SM Sains Sabah organises Canteen Day to

raise funds for flood victims

2. From the headline above, what did the students of SM Sains Sabah do?
A. Had a party
B. Organised a charity event.
C. Cooked for the flood victims.

Dear Jason,
I’d just like to remind you that the mother will be coming over to visit us this
weekend. Remember to stock up on our cookies and milk as mother likes
them a lot.
Jeff

3. What is the relationship between Jason and Jeff?

A. Siblings
B. Cousins
C. Friends

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 Hi Debbie,

I’m planning on baking a cake for Siew Ming for her birthday. I was
thinking of baking either a chocolate cake, a black forest or a cheese
cake.
What do you think I should bake?
Do let me know of your suggestion!
Zahra

4. The purpose of the message above is?

A. to bake a cake for Siew Ming.
B. to ask for a suggestion on what the cake the author should bake.
C. to ask Debbie to choose Siew Ming’s birthdays cake.

To: climbadvice@geemail.com
From: maria00@geemail.com
Subject: Advice on rock climbing equipment
Dear Editor,
I have recently started preparing for my first ever rock climb. I was wondering if
you have any useful advice for someone who is just starting out. Any help would
be very much appreciated.
Thank you.

Sincerely,
Maria

5. From the email, we know that the author is

A. A beginner in rock climbing.
B. An expert in rock climbing.
C. A regular rock climber.

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 Malaysia Day Expo
Venue: KLCC Convention Centre
Date: 16 September
The Malaysia Day Expo will be showcasing exciting events on all things Malaysia!
#Traditional Dance Performances #Historical Exhibit # Malaysian Cooking Show

Entry is FREE!

The first 100 early birds will stand a chance to win one of our amazing prizes from
our lucky draw!
For further inquiries contact us at malaysiadayexpo@geemail.com

6. The Malaysia Day Expo will be

A. having a lion dance performance.
B. having a lucky draw for everyone.
C. giving out prizes to the first 100 visitors.

Dear Rahul,
Sorry, I won’t be able to attend the concert with you next week. Could you help get
the autograph of the artist for me? I will be very grateful if you could.
Aman

7. The aim of the author’s message is to

A. ask Rahul to get autograph of the artist.
B. apologise to Rahul.
C. tell Rahul that he cannot attend the concert next week.

Hi Gheeta,
Your father and I have gone out to buy some groceries. You will find your dinner in
the microwave oven. Please remember to heat it up.
Love,
Mum

8. The message wants Gheeta to remember

A. That her parents have gone out.
B. To heat up her dinner.
C. That she will find her dinner in the microwave.

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Part 2
Question 9 – 16
Read the text below and correct the underlined errors.
For each question, write the correct word in the space provided on your answer sheet.

Treasure Hunts

Participating in a treasure hunt needs observations (0) or skill. After the treasure is (9)
hid, the hunters are given clues that will help them find the treasure. In a simple
treasure hunt, the hunters only need to find treasure as quickly (10) for possible. The
hunter who finds the treasure (11) last is the winner. In a more complex treasure hunt,
the clues carry points. The more difficult clues will carry more points than the (12) easy
ones. The clues are written in such a way that some skills are (13) need to understand
them. The hunter (14) whom locates the treasure first may not necessarily be the
winner. Usually, the winner must (15) achieves the highest points from the clues. Clues
that (16) carries points may be questions that require the hunters to answer correctly
or they may be items that need to be collected and handed in with the treasure.

(8 marks)

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Part 3
Question 17 - 24
Read the text below and answer questions below.

FATHER’S DAY DEDICATION CONTEST

organised by
Purnama Beach Resort

This Father’s Day, show your father how much you appreciate all that he has done for you.
Submit your most creative dedication for your father. The three most creative entries will win:

Tickets to stay at Purnama Beach Resort

- Four days and three nights, breakfast and dinner included (worth RM1500)

How to enter?
 Submit your dedication in not more than 40 words.
 Email your dedication to: mydedication@fifteen.com.my or fax to 03-89035420.
 Please include your full name, identity card number, contact number and your
father’s name in the emails.
 The deadline of the contest is 20 May.
 Winners will be notified by telephone and email.

Complete the following graphic organizer.

Choose no more than three words and/or a number from the text for each answer.
For each question, write your answer in the space provided on your answer sheet.

Father's Day Dedication Contest

Ways to submit the

Organiser: Maximum number of dedication:
words for dedication: 21. ___________________
17. ___________________
19. ___________________ 22. ___________________
Prize given:
Deadline: Winners will be notified
18. ___________________
20. ___________________ via:
at the Purnama Beach
Resort 23. ___________________
24. ___________________

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Part 4
Read the brochure and answer question 25 – 35.

NATURAL WONDERS OF MALAYSIA

DEER CAVE
Located in Mulu National Park, this wolrd’s largest cave passage is over 2 kilometres long and 174
metres high. Two to three million bats from over 12 different species live here.

MOUNT KINABALU
This is the highest mountain in Malaysia and is part of the Kinabalu Park. It is a haven for unique and
beautiful plants. Apart from conquering the mountain, you get to see oak, chestnut and laurel trees.
There are also many varieties of orchids and pitcher-plants around the park.

MANGROVES
These trees grow along coastlines and help prevent erosion. They can adapt to the changing mix of
salt water and fresh water. Mangroves are an important sanctuary for various species of animals that
live among their roots. Mangroves swamps can be found in Langkawi Island, Bako National Park and
Kuching Wetlands National Park.

RAFFLESIA
This parasite flower is up to one meter in diameter but does not have any roots, leaves or stem. If
that doesn’t make it unique, here is another fascinating fact. It only blooms for three to five days
before it rots. The best place to see the world’s largest flower is in Gunung Gading National Part in
Sarawak. You can also head to Taman Negara or other parks in East Malaysia to see them.

ENDANGERED TURTLES
There are seven types of turtle species in the world and amazingly, four of them are found in
Malaysia. The hawksbill and the green turtle nest within the Turtle Islands National Part in Sabah.
These species as well as the olive Ridley and the giant leatherback can be found in the waters off
Peninsular Malaysia. If diving is your passion, head to Redang Island to see green and hawksbill
turtles as well as colourful corals and tropical fish.

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Question 25 – 32
Answer the questions below.
Choose no more than five words and/or a number from the text for each answer.
For each question, write your answer in the space provided on your answer sheet.

25. Deer Cave is located in __________________________________ and is the world’s largest cave.
(1 mark)
26. Deer Cave is over two kilometres long and ______________________________________ high.
(1 mark)
27. Mount Kinabalu is home to _______________________________________________________.
(1 mark)
28. There are also many varieties of orchids and pitcher-plants in ____________________________.
(1 mark)
29. Mangroves grow along the coastline and help to ______________________________________ .
(1 mark)
30. Mangroves protect _________________________________________ that live among the roots.
(1 mark)
31. What flower only blooms for three and five days before it rots?
__________________________________________________________________________________
(1 mark)
32. The olive Ridley and giant leatherback can be commonly found in the ______________________.
(1 mark)

Question 33 – 34
Complete the table below with a word from the text.
For each question, write your answer in the space provided on your answer sheet.

Meaning Word
33. refuge (1 mark)

34. period of flowering (1 mark)

(10 marks)

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Part 5
Questions 35 – 40
You are going to read a message about spending holidays.
Six sentences have been removed from the following articles. Choose from the sentences (A – H) to fit
each gap (1 – 6). There are two extra sentences which you do not need to use.

Dear Ann Li,

How was your holiday? I hope that you have enjoyed it as much as I have enjoyed mine. This time
around, my parents thought of doing something different. (35) ________. The home encourages
families to foster a child for weekends or holidays. My dad and I thought it was a good idea. (36)
_______. One Saturday Morning, we drove to the home. The children were of all ages, from babies
to teenagers. Despite the circumstances that led them to being in the home, they did not seem
resentful at all. (37) _________.

Jane was sent to live with us. (38) _________ . The things I look for granted like having my own rom,
a big, comfortable house and a well-stocked fridge excited her. We got to know Jane. She was
friendly and cheerful. (39) __________.

As the holidays ended, I felt sad that Jane would have to go back to the Shelter House. (40) _______.
Write to me and tell me how to you spent the last two months. Take care and bye.

Your friend,
Marry Lim

A. My mum read about the programme run by Shelter House, a home for abandoned children.
B. I knew that my parents would miss her too, as they got permission from the director of
Shelter House for Jane to spend the weekends and holidays with us!
C. I was very excited by the thought of having a sibling, for a while at least.
D. It made me realise how lucky I was to have parents who loved me and gave everything I
wanted.
E. My parents wanted to donate a lot of money to Shelter House.
F. My parents and I brought her to our home.
G. We went to see the children playing in the playground.
H. I enjoyed having someone else to talk to.
(6 marks)

QUESTIONS END

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