Paper 2 Section B Summary

Pre Exercise

KEY WORDS FOR SUMMARY WRITING

ENGLISH BAHASA MALAYSIA1. benefits faedah2. advantages kebaikan3. disadvantages keburukan4. types jenis-jenis5. factors faktor-faktor6. how bagaimana7. why kenapa8. steps langkah-langkah9. importance kepentingan10.ways cara-cara11.reasons/causes sebab-sebab12.habit kebiasaan13.characteristics ciri-ciri14.dangers bahaya15.overcome mengatasi

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PAPER TWO:

SUMMARY

Exercise 1

You are advised to spend 30 minutes on this questions.

Read the passage below and answer the question that follows.

The next time you throw something away, see whether you can reuse or recycle it. Many things can be used again or recycled. For example, glass bottles can be reused to store things, like spices or sweets. They can also be recycled to make new bottles. Old newspapers and unwanted books can be recycled, whereas old greeting cards can be made into bookmarks. We can send aluminium cans to the factory to be recycled into new aluminium products or reuse them as pen-holders. Old tyres can be converted into artificial reefs or for planting flowers.

By recycling and reusing garbage we can help make the environment cleaner, as we are reducing the amount of garbage. We can also save on natural resources, as we need not mind for more minerals to make new things. By recycling, we can also save trees from being felled to make more paper. Furthermore, recycling and reusing will reduce the number of rubbish dumps needed to throw away rubbish. We can use this land space for something else, like building houses or for agricultural use.

Rewrite the passage on the advantages of recycling or reusing waste.

- in continuous writing.( not note form)- in one paragraph- in your own words as far as possible- in not more than 60 words including the 10 words given below

Begin with:

There are many types of waste products that can be…..

(10 marks)

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Exercise 2

You are advised to spend about 30 minutes on this question.

Read the passage below and answer the question that follows.

The PMR examination is around the corner. You are nervous and cannot seem to concentrate on your studies. What can you do? Well, there are a few steps that you can take to help you study better.

First of all, pay attention to the teachers when she is teaching. Taking down important notes will also help you to remember what has been taught.

In addition, make sure you do some revision on your own. This can be done efficiently by coming up with a time-table to help you organize your time better. When you study, find a place that is quiet and free from distractions. You can use the library, your room or even your kitchen for this purpose. If you don’t like studying on your own, group study can also help. Find a few reliable friends and agree on a time to study together.

However, you must ensure that you get enough sleep as well, especially the night before your examination. A good night’s sleep will help you to focus better and recall what you have studied.

Good Luck.

Rewrite on the steps to prepare for an examination:- in continuous writing- in one paragraph- in your own words as far as possible- in not more than 60 words, including the 10 words given below.

Begin with:To prepare for an examination, you can do the following…..

(10 marks)

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Exercise 3

You are advised to spend about 30 minutes on this question.

Read the passage below and answer the question that follows.

Scuba drivers can do more than just check out the fish. Depending on one’s interest, one can specialize in the skill for pleasure or to make diving a career option. Scuba diving can be broken down into four groups: recreational, commercial, scientific and military.

The recreational scuba divers are the largest group divers. These are ones who dive for the fun of it. Many further their diving education by specializing in a skill. Some specializations include altitude diving, night diving, fish identification, underwater photography, equipment specialist, cavern diving, wreck diving, ice diving and technical diving specialties.

The commercial divers usually work for diving contractors. They build underwater structures and oil platforms, salvage ships and treasures. They also construct and maintain boats, bridges, docks, dams, nuclear power plants and coastal structures. Besides that, they conduct engineering and scientific surveys and inspections, operate and maintain complex remote operated vehicles, air and gas supplies and also life-support systems.

Scientific diving is carried out exclusively for research purposes or in support of research activities that involve marine life, the ocean and underwater archeology. Military divers perform tasks such as underwater ship repair, salvage and construction as well as dive medicine.

Rewrite on the four types of scuba divers:- in continuous writing- in one paragraph- in your own words as far as possible- in not more than 60 words, including the 10 words given below.

Begin with:The recreational scuba divers are those who dive just for……..

(10 marks)

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Exercise 4

You are advised to spend about 30 minutes on this question.

Read the passage below and answer the question that follows.

Housing considerations in Klang Valley are primarily based on location. Prices and amenities are based on location as well. The closer the properties is to urban centers, the higher the prices are likely to be. Prices of houses also tend to fluctuate and potential buyers should seek the services of the reputable real estate agency.

Property in Malaysia can still be considered as being cheap and the choices are quite good. The apartments, houses and condominiums are of good quality. In the city of Kuala Lumpur, the choice of a property is influenced by traffic conditions. Many highways leading into and out of the city are regularly congested. Recently, this problem has even spread to some primary commercial and residential areas in the suburbs. Therefore it is prudent to find a location close to where one works.

As a very rough guideline, a comfortable house or apartment in the parts of the city which expatriates favour such as Bangsar, Sri Hartamas and Ampang would cost in the range of RM1500 to RM2000 in rental per month and a similar property in a quiet, respectable township further from the city center such as Subang Jaya may cost between RM1000 and RM1500.

Rewrite on the factors determining the choice and price of property in Klang Valley:

- in continuous writing- in one paragraph- in your own words as far as possible- in not more than 60 words, including the 10 words given below.

Begin with:The prices of property in Klang Valley depend on how close…..

(10 marks)

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Exercise 5

You are advised to spend about 30 minutes on this question.

Read the passage below and answer the question that follows.

Dengue fever is a severe, flu-like illness that affects infants, young children and adults. It seldom causes death. The incubation period after being bitten by an infected mosquito is between two to seven days. The clinical features of dengue fever vary according to the age of the patient. Infants and young children may have non-specific illness with rash. The fever usually continues for two to seven days and can be very high.

In severe cases, the patient’s condition may suddenly deteriorate after a few days of fever; the temperature drops, followed by signs of circulatory failure and the patient may rapidly go into a critical shock and die within 12 to 24 hours.

At present, the only method of controlling or preventing dengue is to combat the mosquitoes. The government’s effort to check on the public building sites is not sufficient unless the public is willing to help out in the campaign against aedes mosquitoes. More than half of the households in Malaysia have breeding sites for aedes mosquitoes. When the government performs fogging to destroy the aedes mosquitoes outdoors, the public will be able to help by applying household insecticide spray indoors.

Rewrite on the methods to control dengue fever:- in continuous writing- in one paragraph- in your own words as far as possible- in not more than 60 words, including the 10 words given below.

Begin with:Dengue fever is a flu-like disease which rarely can cause…..

(10 marks)

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Exercise 6

You are advised to spend about 30minutes on this question.

Read the passage below and answer the question that follows.

Write a summary on the importance of the English language.

Your summary must: Not be more than 60 words, including the 10 words given below Be in continuous writing (not in note form) Be written in ONE paragraph

Use your own words as far as possible without changing the original meaning.

Begin your summary as follows:As a language, English has become a worldwide currency because …..

(10 marks)

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There is no denying that the English language is the most widely-used language in the world. As a language, English has become a worldwide currency. English language teaching has also developed into a worldwide industry.

Most English language learning takes place in foreign countries where the aim is actually to promote communication between participants of other tongues. Almost everyone, regardless of their mother tongue, is exposed to and influenced by some English from infancy. In many countries where English is not the first language, the population still does have a good mastery of the language.

English is used daily in business, home and social conversations by people of all races in European, American and Asian countries. No person can deny that English is difficult language to learn. Learning the language has to be gradual.

The importance of the internet grows rapidly in all fields of human life. This includes not only research and education, but also marketing and trade as well as entertainment and hobbies. This implies that it is becoming more and more important to know how to use the internet services and, as part of this, to read and write in English.

Exercise 7

You are advised to spend about 30 minutes on this question.

Read the passage below and answer the question that follows.

Write a summary on the preparations that need to be done when keeping pets.

Your summary must: Not be more than 60 words, including the 10 words given below Be in continuous writing (not in note form) Be written in ONE paragraph

Use your own words as far as possible without changing the original meaning.

Begin your summary as follows:

In keeping pets, some important factors need to be considered….

(10 marks)

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If you were thinking of keeping a pet, make sure you are well-prepared. Otherwise, you might make a big mistake of getting a pet that does not suit you or it can be a big case of not taking proper care of your pet. The consequences cannot be good. Pets make good companions if you take good care of them. They also need to be trained.

First, you have to know what food to feed them. If you keep a dog or a cat, that is not a problem. You can feed them the leftovers. Besides this, you can feed them special dog or cat food. If you keep a bird or fish, you have to feed them a different type of food.

Provide a good and a safe home for your pet. Your dog or cat can be kept in your compound or living room. If it is a bird, you need to have a cage. If it is a fish, you need a big aquarium.

Find out more about the habits of the pet you want to keep. You can read about them in books. It is good to know about their habits so that you can look after them properly. Pets have moods like us too. When you have a pet, make sure you spend time with it. A pet is a good companion and you certainly need to spend time with a companion.

Exercise 8

You are advised to spend about 30 minutes on this question.

Read the passage below and answer the question that follows

Write a summary on the effects of drought.

Your summary must: Not be more than 60 words, including the 10 words given below Be in continuous writing (not in note form) Be written in ONE paragraph

Use your own words as far as possible without changing the original meaning.

Begin your summary as follows:

When there is a drought in an area, people will …

(10 marks)

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Drought is a period of unusually dry weather where rainfall is normally present. A severe drought may last for a year. Rivers and wells dry up and water-supply reservoirs will become empty if there I is a drought. When there is lack of water, there will be many deaths, as people cannot survive without water.

Besides that, the agricultural sector will be affected. Farmers cannot plant their crops and they will have less income. Agricultural producers located outside the drought area will sell their goods at a higher price, which the poor cannot afford.Due to lack of water, the environment will also be affected. Trees and plants will become dry and there will be increased fire hazards. Many species of plants will die. Wild animals that depend on the environment will also die or become totally wiped out due to lack of food. The air will be polluted with dust. As a result, people will suffer many types of illness and diseases.

Exercise 9

You are advised to spend about 30 minutes on this question.

Read the passage below and answer the question that follows

Write a summary on what you must do during an earthquake

Your summary must: Not be more than 60 words, including the 10 words given below Be in continuous writing (not in note form) Be written in ONE paragraph

Use your own words as far as possible without changing the original meaning.

Begin your summary as follows:

When you experience an earthquake, you must remember to stay…

(10 marks)

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Earthquakes are natural disasters that can happen any time. Here are a few things one can do during an earthquake.

If you are indoors during an earthquake, it is very important to stay calm. Drop down on the ground and take cover under a heavy object like a bed or a heavy table. Hold onto the legs of the table so that you will not come out of its shelter. Being under a heavy object will protect you from falling things.

If you are outdoors during an earthquake, stay far away from buildings. The buildings may crack and collapse at any time. If you see any glass windows or doors, stay away from them. Glass may break and cut you badly.

Next, if you are in a crowded area, do not run for the nearest exit. Everyone will be doing that, and crowding will lead to even more injuries. Be calm and take cover under something heavy. Remember, being under a heavy object will protect you .

Exercise 10

You are advised to spend about 30 minutes on this question.

Read the passage below and answer the question that follows

Write a summary on the problems faced by teenagers.

Your summary must: Not be more than 60 words, including the 10 words given below Be in continuous writing (not in note form) Be written in ONE paragraph

Use your own words as far as possible without changing the original meaning.

Begin your summary as follows:

Nowadays, there are many problems that teenagers face. They become …

( 10 marks)

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Teenagers are a confused lot. They are beset with many types of problems. First they face physical changes on their body which make them feel embarrassed of depressed. They become conscious if they are too fat or thin, have people or have hoarse voice.

They also face a lot of pressure from their friends. To make sure their friends do not leave them, they are forced to do many things that are against the school rules or law. Many break school rules, cut classes, smoke or loiter around shopping complexes and waste their time.

Teenagers also face a lot of stress from their parents. Parents are seldom at home to take care of them. Since their parents are busy working, teenagers do not get enough constant love and attention. Therefore they feel lost and lonely. Parents also give them stress by shouting at them and telling them to study all the time.

Finally, teenagers face a lot of emotional problems. They become sensitive of hot-tempered for no reason due to hormonal changes. They may suddenly scream with laughter or break into tears over a small issue. All these extreme emotions may make them depressed and lose interest in their studies.