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Section A
[20 marks]
[Time suggested : 15 minutes]
The text below is about how a young boy was saved from being attacked by a snake.
Read the text below. The first and last lines are correct. For the remaining lines, there is one
grammatical error in each line.
Underline the error. Then 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 errors in the text.
Shahrir is a fourteen-year-old teenager. He used to be the school track
king. His nickname was ‘Kilat’ because he can really run like the wind. No
other athlete in the district could match her speed. He was so popular that a
group of boys will copy the way he walked and talked. Everybody knew his
superb potential in running and many of them was his fans.
All that changed, however. He is incapable of run now. Shahrir alias
‘Kilat’ sit in a wheelchair, thanks to a drunk driver. The car knocked him
down as he is about to cross the street after practice one afternoon.
Many student who showered him with praises now make unkind
remarks about him. Suddenly, he is impopular. Nevertheless, he puts up a
brave front and ignores the impolite stares he receiving as he struggles to
led a normal school life. Only his close friends stand by him.
Truly friends in need are friends indeed.
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SECTION B
[30 marks]
[Time suggested : 40 minutes]
Question 2
Read the following article. Then, answer questions (a) – (j).
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How to Reduce Air Pollution
Air pollution is bad for our health. It can cause cancer and damage to the immune, neurological, reproductive and respiratory systems. Therefore, we should do our part to prevent air pollution.
One way is by using our cars less. We could car pool with our neighbours. We could also take the bus, train or LRT to get to our destination. If your destination is only a short distance, you could just walk or cycle.
Another way is changing our buying habits. You could cook your own meals instead of buying canned food. In addition, for grocery shopping, bring a cloth recycling bag. Try to go for items with less packaging.You should also adopt the practice of reuse, recycle and reduce in your life as much as possible.
Thirdly, try to find ways to conserve energy. Minimise the use of lights by setting up your work or study space near a window that gets bright light all day. This will ensure you do not switch the lights on.
Finally, unplug your electrical appliances when not in use. Do not take long hot showers or baths as that too takes a lot of energy.
In conclusion, we should do our part in reducing air pollution. We should try to use cars less, change our buying habits and find ways to save energy. All these will go a long way in making our air cleaner.
Questions (a) – (j)
Using the information from the text, complete the following graphic organiser.
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Ways to prevent air pollution
Use car less
Changing buying habits
Conserve energy
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Question 3
Read the book reviews below. Then, answer questions (a) – (j).
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PERSINA THE FAIRY
By Janie Swan
Persina lives in Fairy lives in Fairyland with all the other fairies. One day, Persina felt bored. She decided to visit the human world. The other fairies told her it would be dangerous, but Persina did not listen. She went to the human world and somwhow injured her wings. Tina, a young girl found Persina and helped her get better. This is a beautiful tale of fantasy and friendship.
AROUND THE WORLD WITH THE TAN TWINS BOOK
By Khairul bin Jamal
Twin brothers, Ethan and Andy Tan’s parents usually travel for work. Oftentimes, they bring the twins along. In this book, the twins are in Greece. They visit the Parthenon, Acropolis Museum, Myrtos Beach and other interesting places. If you like this book, you may enjoy reading Around The World with the Tan Twins Book 2.
THE LAZY BEAR
By Sally Chan
Bobo was a very lazy bear cub. His parents would always find food for him. Bobo would play all day long. One day, Bobo’s parents were late bringing him food. Bobo decided to look for food himself. However, he did not know how to. Children will love reading this book as the language is easy. The storyis accompanied wit attractive illustrations.
ROGER THE ROBOT
By Murugan Subra
The year is 2115. Roger the Robot works as a servant for the Wilson family. Roger does everything for the family. He only takes a break one day in a year. Roger and the other robots will meet up on that day to have a party. However, the Wilson family does not allow Roger to take a break. Roger the Robot then decides to teach the Wilson family a lesson.
Questions (a) – (d) :
Based on the book reviews, state whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSE.
(a) Persina is a human. ________________ (1 mark)
(b) The Tan family visits Greece. ________________ (1 mark)
(c) Bobo is a hardworking bear. ________________ (1 mark)
(d) Roger the Robot takes a break once a year. ________________ (1 mark)
Questions (e) – (i) :
Read the book reviews carefully and answer the questions below.
(e) Who found Persina?
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(f) List two places the Tan twins visit in Greece.
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(g) Fill in the table with an appropriate word/phrase from the book reviews.
Meaning Word/Phrase
i. ‘able to cause harm’
ii. ‘to have a short rest’
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(h) Why do you think Bobo does not know how to find food ?
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(i) How do you think Roger the Robot will teach the Wilson family a lesson?
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(j) You wish to recommend a book to your younger cousin:
In about 50 words, write an e-mail to your cousin.
In your note:
state a book you have chosen give reasons to support your choice add other relevant information to make your writing interesting
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Your friend,
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SECTION C
[20 marks]
[Time suggested : 20 minutes]
Question 4
Read the text about ‘study groups’.
Read the text carefully and answer questions (a) to (i):
(a) What is the text mainly about?
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(1 mark)
(b) What is the greatest thing about studying in a group?
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Many students study all by themselves instead of studying in a group. Now, do you realise that
the greatest thing about a study groupis that it is very practical? A study group may consist of three to
five people in a group.
One of the perks of studying in a group is information can be shared. The members of the group
can share their ideas and knowledge with each other. It helps to save time looking for information thus it
would also reduce anxiety.Sharing your ideas will help you to become active and confident.
Secondly, joining a study group encourages you to be a responsible person. When you are in
group, everyone is given different parts or tasks to do. As a member of the group, you will try your best
to look for the information needed and by doing so, you will be more focused and determined. The
determination to gain the correct informationwill further push yiou to be more responsible. Therefore, it is
always a good idea to have a study group as everyone will have a role to play.
Thirdly, study group promotes communicative ability. Being a member of a study group requires
one to to meet up with others and have regular discussions. Face-to-face conversations and exchanges
of notes, e-mails and short text messages are some good examples of communication. Apart from that,
it allows everyone to socialise and connect indirectly.
Some may believe that studying in a group is a waste of time. However, it is important to
establish the fact that many students have excelled in their examination thanks to their study groups.
This is because they are able to sit down together and share their opinions with others.
(c) List two reasons as to why information sharing in a group is a good thing:
i. ____________________________________________________________________
ii. ____________________________________________________________________
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(d) How does a study group make us become responsible people.
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(e) Fill in the table with an appropriate word/ phrase from the text:
Meaning Word /Phrase
i. benefits
ii. being worried
iii. to talk about something often
iv. a job to do
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(f) What will make us more responsible when we have a group study?
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(g) State one way that helps students improve their communicative ability in a study group.
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(h) Why do you think that some people believe that studying in a group is a waste of time?
Give two reasons.
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ii. ______________________________________________________________________
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(i) Give two other suggestions to help your friend study efficiently:
i. ______________________________________________________________________
ii. ______________________________________________________________________
HOTS : ( 2 marks)
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Question 5
Read the poem below carefully. Then, answer questions (a) – (d).
I WONDER
I wonder why the grass is green,And why the wind is never seen?
Who taught the birds to build a nest,And told the trees to take a rest?
O, when the moon is not quite round,Where can the missing bit be found?
Who lights the stars, when they blow out,And makes the lightning flash about?
Who paints the rainbow in the sky,And hangs the fluffy clouds so high?
Why is it now, do you suppose,That Dad won’t tell me, if he knows?
Jeannie Kirby
(a) What does the persona say about the wind?
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(b) Which phrase in the poem tells us that the stars are not shining?
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(c) Name one characteristic that the cloud and rainbow have in common
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(d) How can the persona get the answers to his questions? State two ways.
i. _________________________________________________________________
ii. ________________________________________________________________
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SECTION D
(40 marks)
(Time suggested : 45 minutes)
Question 6
You should spend 30 minutes on this question.
Write a letter to your friend inviting him /her to visit you. Write about the highlights of your town. You may use the notes below.
- town (give the name) – old part – old buildings – well preserved – shops still old fashioned - exciting finds – example : beaded slippers, cloth, shoes, paper umbrellas, great food – new part – modern buildings – big mall – great bookshop – souvenir shops
When writing the letter:
you must use the notes given
add any other relevant information
write between 120 to 150 words
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Question 7
Complete the letter to a friend telling him / her about the short story All Is One And All Alone by Nicholas Fisk. Give a synopsis of the story. You may use the notes given below.
Write:
in not less than 50 words in continuous writing (not in note form)
Dear______________, I am excited to tell you the story I had read - All Is One And All
Alone by Nicholas Fisk. It is an interesting story and this is what it is all about:
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Setting of story – place, time – Length of journey – People on board – Trish – age – compassion, lonely, what she does.After a while what happens – The last straw – The plan – twist of events
