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Section A

[10 marks][Time suggested: 15 minutes]

Question 1

The text below is about social networking in today’s world.Question 1 is based on the text. The first and last lines are correct. For the remaining lines, there is one grammatical error in each line.

A large number of internet users have joined social networking websites.

A social network service is an online service, platform, and site that focuses on

building and reflecting of social networks or social relations between people. For

example is for those which want to share interests and, or activities. A social

network service essentially consists of a representation of each users which known

often as a profile, his or hers social links, and a variety of additional services.

Most social network services is web based and provide means for users to interact

under the internet, such as e-mail and instant messaging. Online community

services are sometimes considered as an social network service. In a broader

senses, social network service means an individual-centred service whereas online

community services are group-centred. Social networking sites allows users to

chatting as well as to share ideas, activities, events, and interests within their

individual networks.

e.g. or .

a) ___among___

b) ___who_____

c) ____user_____

d) ____her_____

e) ____are______

f) ____on______

g) ____a_______

h) ____sense____

i) ____allow____

j) ___chat______

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SECTION B

[30 marks][Time suggested: 40 minutes]

Question 2

Read the following text. Then, answer question (a) – (j).

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Malaysia – diverse, multiracial, multicultural country exudes warmth and love to each and every one of her people. It is indeed heartening to see people of different beliefs and culture interacting and communicating with one another in the Bahasa Melayu, the national language, or in English, a trademark of the colonial rule of the past. The people’s own lingo is also commonly used. It is this tolerance and the willingness to set aside cultural and religious differences that has enable Malaysia to move forward as a fast developing and united nation. In short, the people’s tolerance and love for their motherland has brought her peace, unity and prosperity. That is the very essence of the catchphrase ‘Unity in diversity’.

Malaysia’s unity in diversity is also evident in cuisines she proudly called her own. Food like the Assam Laksa and Nasi Dagang, are exotic mouth-watering cuisine of the proud Malaysians.

Malaysian unity is further strengthened through the Malaysian flag, or better known as the Jalur Gemilang. It consists of 14 red and white stripes of equal width, a dark blue canton that contains a yellow crescent and a yellow star. The crescent symbolises Islam as the official religion while the 14-point star represent the unity of the 13 states and the federal government. The Jalur Gemilang is our identity of an independent country free from the colonial rule.

Another popular catchphrase that is uniquely Malaysian is ‘Malaysia Boleh!’ which literally means ‘Malaysia can do it!’. When we won models in the Olympic Games or reached the peak of Mount Everest, this triumphant phrase is always around. We, Malaysians, always want to be the best, be it in the local or global scenes.

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Question (a) – (j)

By using the information from the text, complete the following graphic organiser.

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Multiracial

Multicultural

Tolerance

Love for the country

A symbol of unity

A country’s identity of freedom from colonial rule

Bahasa Melayu

English

A form of motivation

Proud to be Malaysians

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Question 3

Read the poster below. Then, answer questions (a) – (j).

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- SPEAK UP AND REACH OUT -

As students, you may sometimes face problems in school, be it with your friends or with your schoolwork. Here are some groups of people that you can turn to for help.

PARENTS

Parents are the people that are closest to you. So, when you face problems, you should pour your hearts out to your parents. You should tell your parents about what is troubling you. Your parents will be eager to help. They often offer advice, provide support and show their understanding based on their own experiences.

SCHOOL COUNSELLORS

There are counsellors in every school. Counsellors are trained to help students overcome their fears, anxieties and worries. They are qualified to give professional help to students to deal with personal, social and even problems related to school work. Sometimes they offer students career guidance. To do this, the counsellors help students identify their personalities and attributes so that the students can choose the right career path.

VOLUNTEERS IN HELP CENTRES

There are many volunteers who work in these help centres. They are trained to talk to troubled students through phone cells. Some students prefer to talk about their problems to someone they do not see face-to-face. One help centre that offers this service is Befrienders.

PEER FACILITATORS

In school, there are peer facilitators who assist the counsellors. These peer facilitators are selected by students themselves, and they are interested to help other students. They are given training on how to be a good listener. Some students find it easier to talk to someone of their age group. They think that peers understand them better than adults especially when it comes to issues such as peer pressure, schoolwork and the challenges of being a teenager today.

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Question (a) – (d): Based on the leaflet, state whether the following statements are TRUE or

FALSE

(a) Parents often offer advice to their children based on their True [1 mark]own experiences.

(b) School counselors give professional help to students because False [1 mark]they have the right personalities and attributes.

(c) School counselors give students professional help, offer True [1 mark]students career guidance and suggest the right career for students.

(d) Peer facilitators are better than adults because they are False [1 mark]well- trained.

Question (e) – (i): Read the leaflet carefully and answer the following questions.

(e) How do troubled student get in touch with the volunteers in help centers?

____ By telephone____________________________________________________

[1 mark]

(f) Who are peer facilitators?

Students who are interested to help other students with their problems

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(g) Fill in the table with an appropriate phrase from the leaflet.

Meaning Phrase

i. to tell someone everything that you are feeling

______ pour your hearts out_______[1 mark]

ii. influence from people of the same age group

____ peer pressure__________[1 mark]

(h) Why do some students prefer to seek help from volunteers in help centres?

They prefer to talk to someone whom they do not see face-to-face.

[1 mark]

(i) Why do you think some students find it easier to talk about their problems to peer facilitators?

They think peer facilitators understand them better as they are of the same age group.

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[10 marks](j) Your friend, who is studying in a boarding school, is facing problems with schoolwork and

needs help. In about 50 words, send an email to your friend. In your e-mail: suggest who he/she can get help from give a reason why he/she should get help immediately add other relevant information to make your writing interesting

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To: _____________________________________________

Subject: _________________________________________

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SECTION C[15 marks]

[Time suggested: 20 minutes]

Question 4

Question 4 is based on a letter from Najihah to Anisah. Read the letter carefully and answer questions (a) – (i).

a) When did Anisah and Najihah last talk to each other?

…December…/…On December..………………………………………………………….[1 mark]

b) Why did Anisah call Najihah?

…To ask for tips on how to prepare for examination.…………………………………….[1 mark]

c) How can a study group help Anisah?

…Learn to help each other to overcome their weakness………………………………….[1 mark]

d) Fill in the table with appropriate words/phrases from the letter.

Meaning Phrases / words

i. soon Just around the corner

ii. two weeks Fortnight

iii. last minute Eleventh hour

iv. focus Concentrate

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Dear Anisah,Nice hearing from you after such a long time. It was last December and now it is May

already. How is everything? As for me, I am busy preparing for my examination which is in June. It is just around the corner.

By the way, I know that you mid-year examination is coming soon too and you must be as busy as I am. I remember you asking me a fortnight ago for tips on how to prepare for examination during our last phone call. I believe these tips should be helpful. First, look after your health. Eat balance meal and avoid junk food altogether. Also, drink plenty of water and get sufficient sleep. This means that you should not study at the eleventh hour as studying at the last minute would not help you. Learn to pace your revision with regular rest periods.

Next, form a study group with friends you can work with. By doing this you can learn to help each other overcome your weakness. This could be done through the sharing of notes, exchange of ideas and discussions. In class, make sure you take down short notes for your own revision at home. Borrow books not only from the school library but also from the public library. Last but not least, avoid online chatting and gaming. Give up your habit of spending hours on Facebook and other social networking sites. Concentrate on your studies from now if you want to succeed.

I hope the advice would be useful. Take care and call me if you need any help. Your friend,

Najihah

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e) How can Anisah look after her health?

…Eat balance meal and avoid junk food..……………………………………………….[1 mark]

f) What is Najihah’s last advice in this letter?

…Avoid online chatting and gaming……………………………………………………….[1 mark]

g) In your opinion, why we need to take down short notes in class?

…(accept any possible answers).………………………………………………………….[2 marks]

h) If you were Anisah, would you study at the last minute? Give a reason.

…(accept any possible answers).………………………………………………………….[2 marks]

i) State other suggestions to help your friend prepare for an examination. (You may add your own ideas or use the information from the letter).

i. …(accept any possible answers).………………………………………………………….[ [1 mark]

ii. …(accept any possible answers).………………………………………………………….[ [1 mark]

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Question 5

Read the poem ‘My Hero’ carefully. Then, answer questions (a) – (d).

MY HEROby

Willis Hall

My dad's as brave as a dad can be,I rate him Number One,

He's not afraid of the dead of night,Or anything under the sun.

 He's not afraid of a late-night film,

Full of horros on the telly,And is he afraid of skeletons?Not dad, not on your Nelly!

 He's not afraid of meeting ghosts,

He'd even smile and greet 'em,And things that scrae most dads the most,

My dad could just defeat 'em.

He's not afraid of vampires,Or a wolf-man come to get him,

If Frankenstein's monster knocked on our door,He wouldn't let that upset him.

 My dad's as brave as a dad can be,And he's always ready to prove it.

So why, when a spider's in the bath,Does Mum have to come and remove it?

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 a) According to stanzas 1 to 4, what kind of person is the persona’s father?

…Brave / As brave as a dad can be……………………………………………………….[1 mark]

b) Give an example of something that the persona’s father is not afraid of.

…Dead of the night / Horror films at night / Skeletons / Ghosts / Vampires / …………….Wolf-man / Frankenstein……………………………………………………………….[1 mark]

c) Which stanza shows that the persona is confused about his father’s behaviour?

…4 / Stanza 4……………………………………………………………………………….[1 mark]

d) Sometimes we are less afraid of something if we learn about it. State two ways you can learn about

something you may be afraid of.

i. ……Read a book about it…/…Search from the internet………………………………….

ii. ……Ask someone who is expert about it………………………………………………….

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SECTION D[40 marks]

[Time suggested: 45 minutes]Question 6

Based on the pictures given, write a recount about recycling activities in your school.

In your recount, make sure to use the details below.

Programmes: a) 3R (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle)b) Go Green! (Trees-planting)c) Earth Hour Day (switch off the electronics for one hour)

Advantages: a) Reduce the amount of waste / rubbish, prevent pollution.b) Reduce natural disasters (landslides, flood, drought)c) Save energy.

Make sure your recount has a suitable title and must be more than 150 words.

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Last week, my school started a campaign on recycling. Among the programmes were the famous

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Question 7

You should spend 15 minutes on this question.

Based on the poem, write about a person that you think is a hero. Write:

In not less than 50 words. In continuous writing (not in note form)

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Kertas soalan tamat.

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My Hero - Willis Hall

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