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Serangoon Garden Secondary SchoolScope & Format for 2017 EOY

Level: Sec 1 Express

S/N Subject Format Topics

1 English Language

Section A: Editing [10 marks]In a given text of continuous prose of not more than 250 words, candidates identify and then edit grammatical errors by writing the corrections in the spaces provided. Errors in punctuation and spelling will not be tested in this section.

Section B: Situational Writing [30 marks]Candidates write a text of 150–250 words based on a given situation which will involve viewing a visual text. Candidates are required to write the text (e.g. an email, a letter, a report or a speech) to suit the purpose, audience and context.

Section C: Continuous Writing [30 marks]Candidates choose one out of four topics to write a text of 200–300 words in continuous prose. The topics set may cover different types of texts, e.g. narrative or exposition.

NA




2 English Language

Paper 2:

Section A [5 marks]This section contains Text 1 which will include visuals. Based on the visual text, candidates are required to answer a variety of questions testing comprehension, and on the use of visuals as well as the use of language for impact.

Section B [20 marks]This section contains Text 2, which is narrative in nature, based on which candidates are to answer questions testing comprehension, vocabulary in context and the use of language for impact.

Section C [25 marks]This section contains Text 3, which is non-narrative in nature, based on which candidates are required to answer questions testing comprehension, vocabulary in context and the use of language for impact.Candidates are also required to write a summary of about 80 words (excluding the introductory words that will be provided).

NA




3 English Language

Paper 3: Listening Comprehension

Section A [24 marks]Candidates respond to a variety of listening tasks that will assess a range of listening skills. The audio texts, which will consist of a variety of types of texts, e.g. narrative, recount, exposition, and information report, may come with visuals where appropriate. A variety of question types, e.g. multiple choice, matching, fill-in-the-blanks, true/false/not stated, and filling in a graphic organiser, may be set.

Section B [6 marks]Candidates listen to an informational text and complete a simple note-taking task.

NA

4 Chinese Language

Paper 1 [60 marks] Section A: Functional Writing [20 marks] There are two questions based on the email format and candidates are to complete the text in response to the topic in either Q1 or Q2 Q1 Email (Informal) Q2 Email (Formal) Section B: Essay Writing [40 marks] Candidates choose one out of three topics to write an essay. (assigned title 命题作文)

NA

5 Chinese Language

Paper 2 [70marks] Section A Words Identification 辨词填空 Section B Rearrange words into a complete sentence 组词成句 Section C Fill in the blanks (Vocabulary) 选词填空 Section D Comprehension One (MCQ) 阅读理解一 Section E Comprehension Two (Open-ended)阅读理解二

第十三课《照亮人心的笑容》第十四课《原谅》第十六《跟塑料袋说再见》第十七课《环保由我开始》




6 Malay Language

Paper 1 [60 marks] Section A: Functional Writing [20 marks] There are two questions based on the email format and candidates are to complete the text in response to the topic in either Q1 or Q2 Q1 Email (Informal) Q2 Email (Formal) Section B: Essay Writing [40 marks] Candidates choose one out of three topics to write an essay. Topics may include descriptive, expository and narrative.

NA

7 Malay Language

Paper 2 [70 marks] Section A Language Use 1 Affixes (Open-ended) 2 Proverbs (MCQ) 3 Close Passage (Fill in the blanks) Section B Comprehension One (MCQ) Section C Comprehension Two (Open-ended)

NA

8 Tamil Language


NA




9 Tamil Language

Paper 2 [70 marks]Section A Language Use1 Idioms/Phrases2 Rephrasing Sentences3 Close PassageSection B Comprehension One (MCQ)Section C Comprehension Two (Open-ended) and Vocabulary - meaning

NA

10 Lower Secondary Science (Physics)

Section A: MCQ 30 marks (to use OTAS) Section B: Structured Questions 30 marks Section C: Free Response Questions 40 marks (choose 4 out of 5) Total: 100 marks Duration: 2 hrs

All About Science for LSS Book A and B and Teacher's Notes

Physical Quantities and Units Use of Measuring InstrumentsSpeed and Average speedDensityInteractions through the application of forcesEnergy and Work DoneTransfer of Sound Energy through Vibrations

11 Mathematics

Paper 1This paper consists of short answer questions. Students are required to answer all questions on the question paper.

Total marks: 60Duration: 1 hr 30 minWeighting: 50%

New Syllabus Mathematics 7th Ed. ShingleeChapter 1: Primes, Highest Common Factor and Lowest Common Multiple Chapter 2: Integers, Rational Numbers and Real NumbersChapter 3: Approximation and Estimation Chapter 4: Basic Algebra and Algebraic ManipulationChapter 5: Linear Equations and Simple InequalitiesChapter 6: Functions and Linear GraphsChapter 8: PercentageChapter 9: Ratio, Rate and SpeedChapter 10: Basic GeometryChapter 11: Triangles, Quadrilaterals and PolygonsChapter 12: Geometrical ConstructionChapter 13: Perimeter and Area of Plane FiguresChapter 14: Volume and Surface Area of Prisms and CylindersChapter 15: Statistical Data Handling




12 Mathematics

Paper 2This paper consists of questions of varying marks and lengths. Students are required to answer all questions on the writing paper provided.


New Syllabus Mathematics 7th Ed. ShingleeChapter 1: Primes, Highest Common Factor and Lowest Common Multiple Chapter 2: Integers, Rational Numbers and Real NumbersChapter 3: Approximation and Estimation Chapter 4: Basic Algebra and Algebraic ManipulationChapter 5: Linear Equations and Simple InequalitiesChapter 6: Functions and Linear GraphsChapter 8: PercentageChapter 9: Ratio, Rate and SpeedChapter 10: Basic GeometryChapter 11: Triangles, Quadrilaterals and PolygonsChapter 12: Geometrical ConstructionChapter 13: Perimeter and Area of Plane FiguresChapter 14: Volume and Surface Area of Prisms and CylindersChapter 15: Statistical Data Handling

13 History

Total 35mSection A - Short Questions (SQ) (10m)Section B - Source-Based Case Study (SBCS) (16m)Section C - Structured Essay Questions (SEQ) (9m)

SBCS Skills- Making Inferences- Making Comparison

SBCS and SEQ Scope:Sec 1 History CoursebookChapter 3: Why did People come to Colonial Singapore before World War II?Chapter 4: How was Life Different for the Various People in Colonial Singapore before World War II?

14 Geography

Total 35mSection A - World Map (5m)Section B - Basic Technique (10m)Section C - Structured Questions (20m)

Sec 1 Geography Textbook and Workbook1. Five latitudes and regions of tropical rainforest2. Features of Tropical Rainforests3. Reasons for Deforestation4. Impact of Deforestation




15 Art

Visual Art Paper (100 marks) comprising submission of prepartory studies and final work.

Question paper will be issued three weeks in advance for students to complete their prepartory studies in response to the chosen question. During the 1.5 hours art exam, students are required to complete a A4-sized final work, they are not allowed to work on their prepartory studies. Students need to complete both prepartory studies and final work to get the full range of marks.

Format of question paper:Part A: Explanation of question topicsPart B: Expectations of Preparatory Studies and Final Work

Elements of Art and Principles of DesignCreative TechniquesCharacter Design and Story AnimationControl of chosen medium


Level: Sec 1 Normal(Academic)


1 English Language




NA




2 English Language

Paper 2:




NA

3 English Language




NA




4 Chinese Language

Paper 1 [60 marks] Section A: Functional Writing [20 marks] There are two questions based on the email format and candidates are to complete the text in response to the topic in either Q1 or Q2 Q1 Email (Informal) Q2 Email (Formal) Section B: Essay Writing [40 marks] Candidates choose one out of three topics to write an essay. (assigned title 命题作文)

NA

5 Chinese Language


第十课《努力，就有希望》第十一课《“第一代”卖菜人》第十三课《照亮人心的笑容》第十四课《原谅》

6 Malay Language

Paper 1 [60 marks] Section A: Functional Writing [20 marks] There are two questions based on the email format and candidates are to complete the text in response to the topic in either Q1 or Q2 Q1 Email (Informal) Q2 Email (Formal) Section B: Essay Writing [40 marks] Candidates choose one out of four topics to write an essay. Topics may include descriptive, expository and narrative.

NA

7 Malay Language


NA




8 Tamil Language

Paper 1 [60 marks] Section A: Functional Writing [20 marks] There are two questions based on the email format and candidates are to complete the text in response to the topic in either Q1 or Q2 Q1 Email (Informal) Q2 Email (Formal) Section B: Essay Writing [40 marks] Candidates choose one out of four topics to write an essay. Topics may include descriptive, expository and narrative.

NA

9 Tamil Language

Paper 2 [60 marks] Section A Language Use 1 Idioms/Phrases 2 Rephrasing Sentences 3 Close Passage Section B Comprehension One (MCQ) Section C Comprehension Two (Open-ended) and Vocabulary - meaning

NA

10 Lower Secondary Science (Physics)

Section A: MCQ 30 marks (to use OTAS) Section B: Structured Questions 40 marks Section C: Free Response Questions 30 marks (choose 3 out of 4) Total: 100 marks Duration: 2hrs

All About Science for LSS Book A and B and Teacher's Notes

Physical Quantities and Units Use of Measuring InstrumentsSpeed and Average speedDensityInteractions through the application of forcesEnergy and Work DoneTransfer of Sound Energy through Vibrations

11 Mathematics



New Syllabus Mathematics Normal Academic ShingleeChapter 1: Primes, Highest ommon Factor and Lowest Common MultipleChapter 2: Integers, Rational Numbers and Real NumbersChapter 3: Approximation and Estimation Chapter 4: Basic Algebra and Algebraic ManipulationChapter 5: Linear Equations Chapter 6: Number PatternsChapter 7: PercentageChapter 8: Ratio, Rate and SpeedChapter 9: Angles and TrianglesChapter 10: Perimeter and Area of Plane FiguresChapter 11: Volume and Surface Area of Prisms and CylindersChapter 12: Statistical Data Handling




12 Mathematics



New Syllabus Mathematics Normal Academic ShingleeChapter 1: Primes, Highest ommon Factor and Lowest Common MultipleChapter 2: Integers, Rational Numbers and Real NumbersChapter 3: Approximation and Estimation Chapter 4: Basic Algebra and Algebraic ManipulationChapter 5: Linear Equations Chapter 6: Number PatternsChapter 7: PercentageChapter 8: Ratio, Rate and SpeedChapter 9: Angles and TrianglesChapter 10: Perimeter and Area of Plane FiguresChapter 11: Volume and Surface Area of Prisms and CylindersChapter 12: Statistical Data Handling

13 History

Total 35mSection A - Short Questions (SQ) (10m)Section B - Source-Based Case Study (SBCS) (16m)Section C - Structured Essay Questions (SEQ) (9m)

SBCS Skills:- Making Inferences- Making Comparison

SQ, SBCS and SEQ Scope:Sec 1 History CoursebookChapter 3: Why did People come to Colonial Singapore before World War II?Chapter 4: How was Life Different for the Various People in Colonial Singapore before World War II?

14 Geography

Total 35mSection A - World Map (5m)Section B - Basic Technique (10m)Section C - Structured Questions (20m)

Sec 1 Geography Textbook and Workbook1. Five latitudes and regions of tropical rainforest2. Features of Tropical Rainforests3. Reasons for Deforestation4. Impact of Deforestation




15 Art




Elements of Art and Principles of DesignCreative TechniquesProduct DesignControl of chosen medium


Level: Sec 1 Normal(Technical)


1 English Language

Section A: Functional Tasks [30 marks]

Part 1: Form Filling (10 marks) Candidates complete a form based on a given context. In addition to the context, candidates are to make use of the information provided in an informational text, e.g. a brochure, an advertisement or a notice, to complete the task.

Part 2: Functional Writing (20 marks) Candidates write a functional piece of about 60 words, e.g. a letter of application, a note of excuse or an eyewitness account, in response to the context provided in Part 1.

Section B: Guided Writing [30 marks] Candidates write a text of at least 120 words based on a given context which involves viewing a stimulus text. Candidates are required to write the text, e.g. a journal entry, a personal letter or an explanation, to suit the purpose, audience and context. Candidates will be guided to complete the task.

NA




2 English Language

Section A: Language Use [40 marks]

Part 1: Editing (10 marks)Candidates indicate whether each of the underlined words is incorrect or redundant in a text of about 150 words. For incorrect words, candidates provide the correct ones in the spaces provided. Spelling and punctuation will not be tested in this part.

Part 2: Language in Spoken Context (10 marks)Candidates select their responses from given options to fill in the gaps in a transcript of a conversation.

Part 3: Modified Cloze I (10 marks)Candidates complete a modified cloze passage testing vocabulary. Candidates select their responses from a list of 15 words to fill in the blanks.

Part 4: Modified Cloze II (10 marks)Candidates complete a modified cloze passage testing grammar. Candidates are to use their own words to fill in the blanks.

Section B: Reading Comprehension [40 marks]

Part 5: Comprehension I (10 marks)Candidates answer different types of questions, e.g. fill-in-the-blank, true-false and open-ended questions, on an informational text. The text may include visuals, such as charts, maps, tables and graphs.

Part 6: Comprehension II (30 marks)Candidates read a text of about 600 words and answer a variety of questions. The text will be accompanied by visuals. Candidates also select from given options the meaning of five words as used in the text.

NA




3 English Language

Listening (20 marks)Candidates listen to a variety of spoken texts and complete a set of listening tasks comprising multiplechoice questions, matching and ordering. Spoken texts, such as conversations, speeches, announcements, reports and presentations of informational texts, may be included.

NA

4 Basic Chinese Language

Paper 1 [30 marks] Language & Comprehension Cloze Passage Comprehension (MCQ) Graphic Stimulus Written Interactive Questions

NA


Paper 3 [20 marks] Listening Comprehension (MCQ) NA

6 Basic Malay Language


NA



8 Basic Tamil Language


NA

9 Basic Tamil Language Paper 3 [20 marks] Listening Comprehension (MCQ) NA




10 Lower Secondary Science

Section A: MCQ 40 marks (to use OTAS)Section B: Structured Questions 60 marksTotal: 100 marks Duration: 2 hrs

Teacher's Note: Laboratory Safety, Apparatus and Measurements

Science Around Us Textbook Module 1Chapter 1: Exploring ForcesChapter 2: Discovering EnergyChapter 3: Investigating Heat Chapter 4: Investigating Electricity

Science Around Us Textbook Module 3Chapter 9: Cells as the Basic Units of LifeChapter 10: Getting Energy and Nutrients from Food

11 Mathematics

Paper 1This paper consists of questions of varying marks and lengths. Students are required to answer all questions on the question paper.


Maths 360 Normal Technical (Marshall Cavendish)Chapter 1: NumbersChapter 2: FractionsChapter 3: DecimalsChapter 4: RatioChapter 5: PercentageChapter 6: AnglesChapter 7: StatisticsChapter 8: SymmetryChapter 9: Area and PerimeterChapter 10: Volume and Surface Area of Cubes and CuboidsChapter 11: AlgebraChapter 12: Mathematics in Practical Situations

12 Mathematics






13 Computer Applications

Paper 1 (Theory):1 hr40 MarksSection A: 20 m (MCQ)Section B: 20 m (Short Questions)

- Computer Fundamentals- Document Processing- Spreadsheets- Multimedia Communication


Paper 2 (Practical):1 Hr 15 min40 Marks

Task 1: 21 m (Multimedia Communication/Powerpoint) Task 2: 19 m (Spreadsheet/Excel)

15 Art



Elements of Art and Principles of DesignCreative TechniquesLogo DesignControl of chosen medium




1 English Language




NA




2 English Language

Paper 2:




NA




3 English Language




NA

4 Chinese Language


5 Chinese Language


第十三课《五脚基》第十四课《说石狮》

第十九课《最后一片叶子》第二十课《永远的蝴蝶》




6 Malay Language


7 Malay Language


8 Tamil Language


9 Tamil Language





10Lower Secondary Science (Chemistry and Biology)

ChemistrySection A: MCQ 10 marks Section B: Structured Questions 20 marks Section C: Free Response Questions 20 marks (choose 2 out of 3) Total: 50 marks Duration: 2 hrs (together with LSS(Bio))

BiologySection A: MCQ 10 marksSection B: Structured Questions 20 marksSection C: Free Response Questions 20 marks (choose 2 out of 3)Total: 50 marksDuration: 2 hrs (together with LSS(Chem))

All About Science for LSS Book A and B and Teacher's NotesChemistry

Model of Matter: The Particulate Nature of MatterModel of Matter: Atoms and Molecules Chemical Bonding: Ionic Bonding Chemical Bonding: Covalent Bonding

BiologyNutrients and Enzymes• Carbohydrates, Fats and Proteins• EnzymesDigestion in Animals• Human Alimentary Canal• Chemical DigestionSexual Reproduction in Human Beings• Sexual Reproduction in Humans• Family Planning• Sexually Transmitted Diseases

11 Mathematics



New Syllabus Mathematics 7th Ed. ShingleeChapter 1: Direct and Inverse ProportionsChapter 2: Linear Graphs and Simultaneous Linear EquationsChapter 3: Expansion and Factorisation of Quadratic ExpressionsChapter 4: Further Expansion and Factorisation of Algebraic ExpressionsChapter 5: Quadratic Equations and GraphsChapter 6: Algebraic Fractions and FormulaeChapter 8: Pythagoras' TheoremChapter 9: Trigonometric RatiosChapter 10: Volume and Surface Area of Pyramids, Cones and SpheresChapter 11: Probability of Single EventsChapter 12: Statistical DiagramsChapter 13: Averages of Statistical Data (Mean, Median and Mode)




12 Mathematics


Total marks: 80Duration: 2 hrWeighting: 50%

New Syllabus Mathematics 7th Ed. ShingleeChapter 1: Direct and Inverse ProportionsChapter 2: Linear Graphs and Simultaneous Linear EquationsChapter 3: Expansion and Factorisation of Quadratic ExpressionsChapter 4: Further Expansion and Factorisation of Algebraic ExpressionsChapter 5: Quadratic Equations and GraphsChapter 6: Algebraic Fractions and FormulaeChapter 8: Pythagoras' TheoremChapter 9: Trigonometric RatiosChapter 10: Volume and Surface Area of Pyramids, Cones and SpheresChapter 11: Probability of Single EventsChapter 12: Statistical DiagramsChapter 13: Averages of Statistical Data (Mean, Median and Mode)




13 HistoryTotal 35mSection A - Source-Based Case Study (SBCS) (22m); Section B - Structured Essay Question (SEQ) (13m)

SBCS Skills:- Making Inferences- Making Comparisons- Interpreting Purpose

SBCS and SEQ Scope:Sec 2 History CoursebookChapter 6: What Aspirations did the People Have for Singapore after 1945?Chapter 7: What did Independence mean for Singapore?

14 GeographyTotal 35mSection A – Topo Map (10m)Section B – Basic Technique & Structured Questions (25m)

Sec 2 Geography Textbook and WorkbookSection A:- Topographical Map features and Symbols, Grid References, Compass directions and bearings, Contour lines, Scale and measuring straight-line distances

Section B:- What are floods?- Intensity, frequency and duration of rainfall Snowmelt Storm surge- Cities prone to floods (e.g. New Orleans, USA and Manila, Philippines)- Factors contributing to floods- Impact of floods- Preparations and mitigation strategies for floods





Sec 2 Geography Textbook and WorkbookSection A:- Topographical Map features and Symbols, Grid References, Compass directions and bearings, Contour lines, Scale and measuring straight-line distances


15 English LiteratureTotal: 50mSection A: Essay Question (choose 1 out of 3 questions) (25m)Section B: Passage Based Question (25m)

Red Sky in the Morning by Elizabeth Laird

16 Food and Consumer Education

Total: 50mSection A: Short Answer Questions (10m)Section B: Structure Questions (15m)Section C: Data Response & Open-ended questions (25m)

Food and Consumer Education by Ong Chiew Inn and Chin Pooi Pooi

Chapters 1,2, 4, 5, 6 & 7 of textbook




1 English Language




NA




2 English Language

Paper 2:




NA




3 English Language




NA

4 Chinese Language

Paper 1[60 marks] Section A: Functional Writing [20 marks] There are two questions based on the email format and candidates are to complete the text in response to the topic in either Q1 or Q2 Q1 Email (Informal) Q2 Email (Formal) Section B: Essay Writing [40 marks] Candidates choose one out of three topics to write an essay. Topics may include descriptive, expository and narrative.

NA

5 Chinese Language


第十课《海水不再蓝》第十一课《特别的葬礼》第十三课《五脚基》第十四课《说石狮子》




6 Chinese B

Paper 1[20 marks] Text Writing There are two questions and candidates are to complete the text in response to the topic in either Q1 or Q2 Q1 Email (Informal) Q2 Essay (Picture Composition)

NA

7 Chinese B

Paper 2 [30 marks] Section A Language Use (MCQ)Section B Comprehension One (MCQ)Section C Comprehension Two (MCQ

NA

8 Malay Language

Paper 1[60 marks] Section A: Functional Writing [20 marks] There are two questions based on the email format and candidates are to complete the text in response to the topic in either Q1 or Q2 Q1 Email (Informal) Q2 Email (Formal) Section B: Essay Writing [40 marks] Candidates choose one out of four topics to write an essay. Topics may include descriptive, expository and narrative.

NA

9 Malay Language


NA




10 Tamil Language


NA

11 Tamil Language


NA




12Lower Secondary Science (Chemistry and Biology)

ChemistrySection A: MCQ 15 marks Section B: Structured Questions 15 marks Section C: Free Response Questions 20 marks (choose 2 out of 3) Total: 50 marks Duration: 2 hrs (together with LSS(Bio))

BiologySection A: MCQ 15 marksSection B: Structured Questions 15 marksSection C: Free Response Questions 20 marks (choose 2 out of 3)Total: 50 marksDuration: 2 hrs (together with LSS(Chem))

All About Science for LSS Book A and B and Teacher's NotesChemistryModel of Matter: The Particulate Nature of MatterModel of Matter: Atoms and Molecules Chemical Bonding: Ionic Bonding Chemical Bonding: Covalent Bonding

BiologyNutrients and Enzymes• Carbohydrates, Fats and Proteins• EnzymesDigestion in Animals• Human Alimentary Canal• Chemical DigestionSexual Reproduction in Human Beings• Sexual Reproduction in Humans• Family Planning• Sexually Transmitted Diseases

13 Mathematics



New Syllabus Mathematics Normal Academic ShingleeChapter 1: Linear Expressions, Equations and Simple InequalitiesChapter 2: Functions and GraphsChapter 3: Direct and Indirect ProportionsChapter 4: Simultaneous EquationsChapter 5: Expansion and Factorisation of Algebraic ExpressionsChapter 6: Further Expansion and Factorisation of Algebraic ExpressionsChapter 7: Algebraic FractionsChapter 11: Pythagoras' TheoremChapter 12: Volume and Surface Area (Pyramids, Cones and Spheres)Chapter 8: Quadrilaterals and PolygonsChapter 10: Congruence and SimilarityChapter 15: Averages of Statistical DataChapter 14: Statistical Diagrams




14 Mathematics



New Syllabus Mathematics Normal Academic ShingleeChapter 1: Linear Expressions, Equations and Simple InequalitiesChapter 2: Functions and GraphsChapter 3: Direct and Indirect ProportionsChapter 4: Simultaneous EquationsChapter 5: Expansion and Factorisation of Algebraic ExpressionsChapter 6: Further Expansion and Factorisation of Algebraic ExpressionsChapter 7: Algebraic FractionsChapter 11: Pythagoras' TheoremChapter 12: Volume and Surface Area (Pyramids, Cones and Spheres)Chapter 8: Quadrilaterals and PolygonsChapter 10: Congruence and SimilarityChapter 15: Averages of Statistical DataChapter 14: Statistical Diagrams

13 HistoryTotal 35mSection A - Source-Based Case Study (SBCS) (22m); Section B - Structured Essay Question (SEQ) (13m)

SBCS Skills:- Making Inferences- Making Comparisons- Interpreting Purpose

SBCS and SEQ Scope:Sec 2 History CoursebookChapter 6: What Aspirations did the People Have for Singapore after 1945?Chapter 7: What did Independence mean for Singapore?


Sec 2 Geography Textbook and CoursebookSection A:- Topographical Map features and Symbols, Grid References, Compass directions and bearings, Contour lines, Scale and measuring straight-line distances






Sec 2 Geography Textbook and CoursebookSection A:- Topographical Map features and Symbols, Grid References, Compass directions and bearings, Contour lines, Scale and measuring straight-line distances


17 English Literature

Total: 40mSection A: Short Essay Question (15m)Section B: Passage Based Question (25m)

Red Sky in the Morning by Elizabeth Laird- Character: Anna and the Peacock Family- Plot: Ben's death- Theme: Family (Mrs Maynard's family, Anna's family and Miranda's family)


Total: 50mSection A: Short Answer Questions (10m)Section B: Structured Questions (20m)Section C: Data Response & Open-ended Questions (20m)

Food and Consumer Education by Ong Chiew Inn and Chin Pooi Pooi

Chapters 1, 2, 4, 5 & 6




1 English Language



Part 2: Functional Writing (20 marks) Candidates write a functional piece of about 70 words, e.g. a letter of application, a note of excuse or an eyewitness account, in response to the context provided in Part 1.

Section B: Guided Writing [30 marks] Candidates write a text of at least 140 words based on a given context which involves viewing a stimulus text. Candidates are required to write the text, e.g. a journal entry, a personal letter or an explanation, to suit the purpose, audience and context. Candidates will be guided to complete the task.

NA




2 English Language









NA




3 English Language


NA



NA





NA



8 Basic Tamil Language


NA




9 Basic Tamil Language Paper 3 [20 marks] Listening Comprehension (MCQ) NA

10 Lower Secondary Science

Section A: MCQ 40 marks (to use OTAS)Section B: Structured Questions 60 marks including one data response question, 8-12 marksTotal: 100 marks Duration: 2 hrs

Science Around Us Textbook Module 2: Chapter 5 Properties of Matter Chapter 6: Water, Solutions and SuspensionsChapter 7: Water PollutionChapter 8: Air Pollution

Science Around Us Textbook Module 3:Chapter 10: Getting Energy and Nutrients From FoodChapter 11: Human ReproductionChapter 12: Taking Good Care of My Body

11 Mathematics



Maths 360 Normal Technical (Marshall Cavendish)Sec 1 Syllabus:Chapter 1: NumbersChapter 4: RatioChapter 11: AlgebraChapter 12: Mathematics in Practical Situation

Sec 2 Syllabus:Chapter 1: Triangles and QuadrilateralsChapter 2: Congruency and SimilarityChapter 3: Algebraic ManipulationChapter 4: Linear EquationsChapter 5: Rate and ProportionChapter 6: Functions and GraphsChapter 7: Pythagoras TheoremChapter 8: Prisms and CylindersChapter 9: Data AnalysisChapter 10: ProbabilityChapter 11: Mathematics in Practical Situations II




12 Mathematics



Maths 360 Normal Technical (Marshall Cavendish)Sec 1 Syllabus:Chapter 1: NumbersChapter 4: RatioChapter 11: AlgebraChapter 12: Mathematics in Practical Situation

Sec 2 Syllabus:Chapter 1: Triangles and QuadrilateralsChapter 2: Congruency and SimilarityChapter 3: Algebraic ManipulationChapter 4: Linear EquationsChapter 5: Rate and ProportionChapter 6: Functions and GraphsChapter 7: Pythagoras TheoremChapter 8: Prisms and CylindersChapter 9: Data AnalysisChapter 10: ProbabilityChapter 11: Mathematics in Practical Situations II


Paper 1 (Theory):1hr 15min50 MarksSection A: 20 m (MCQ)Section B: 30 m (Short Questions)

- Computer Fundamentals- Document Processing- Spreadsheets- Multimedia Communication- Media Elements


Paper 2 (Practical):1hr 30 min50 Marks

Task 1: 16 m (Document Processing/Word) Task 2: 16 m (Spreadsheet/Excel)Task 3: 18 m (Media Computing/Scratch)




15 Art




Elements of Art and Principle of DesignCreative TechniquesFacial Features and Portrait DrawingControl of chosen medium


Total: 40mSection A: MCQ, Fill in the blanks & Matching (10m)Section B: Data Response (15m)Section C: Short-Answer Questions (15m)

Food and Consumer Education by Ong Chiew Inn and Chin Pooi PooiChapters 1 - 8 of textbook



S/N SubjectSubject Code/Paper Number

Format Topics

1 English Language 1128/01




NA




Format Topics


Paper 2:




NA




Format Topics





NA

4 Chinese Language 1160/01

Paper 1[60 marks] Section A: Functional Writing [20 marks] There are two questions based on the email format and candidates are to complete the text in response to the topic in either Q1 or Q2 Q1 Email (Informal) Q2 Email (Formal) Section B: Essay Writing [40 marks] Candidates choose one out of three topics to write an essay. Topics may include descriptive, discursive, expository and narrative.

NA




Format Topics


Paper 2 [70 marks] Section A Cloze Passage (MCQ)Section B Comprehension One (MCQ)Section C Comprehension Two (Open-ended)

NA

6 Higher Chinese Language 1116/01

Paper 1[80 marks] Section A: Functional Writing [20 marks] There are two questions based on the email format and candidates are to complete the text in response to the topic in either Q1 or Q2 Topics may include email, blog, stimulus. Section B: Essay Writing [60 marks] Candidates choose one out of three topics to write an essay. Topics may include speech, descriptive, discursive, expository and narrative.

NA

7 Higher Chinese Language 1116/02

Paper 2 [80 marks] Section A Cloze Passage (MCQ)Section B Sentence Correction/ Error Analysis Section C Comprehension One (MCQ)Section D Comprehension Two (Open-ended)

NA

8 Chinese B 1153/01

Paper 1 [20 marks] Text Writing There are two questions and candidates are to complete the text in response to the topic in either Q1 or Q2 Q1 Email (Informal) Q2 Essay (Picture Composition)

NA




Format Topics

9 Chinese B 1153/02

Paper 2 [30 marks] Section A Language Use (MCQ)Section B Comprehension One (MCQ)Section C Comprehension Two (MCQ)

NA

10 Malay Language 1148/01


NA



NA

12 Malay B 1151/01


NA




Format Topics

13 Malay B 1151/02


NA

14 Tamil Language 1157/01


NA



NA




Format Topics

16 Humanities (Social Studies)

2272/1; 2273/1;2274/1

Total 50mSection A - Source-Based Case Study (SBCS) (35m); Section B - Structured Response Question (SRQ) (15m)

SBCS Skills:1. Making inference2. Making comparison3. Interpreting purpose4. Testing reliability

SBCS and SRQ Scope: Upper Sec Social Studies Coursebook (Exp/NA)Chapter 1. What does it mean for me to be a citizen of my country?Chapter 2. How do we decide what is good for society?Chapter 3. How can we work for the good of society?Chapter 4. What is diversity?Chapter 5. Why is there greater diversity in Singapore now?

17 Humanities (History); History (Pure) 2273/2; 2174/1

Total 50mSection A - Source-Based Case Study (SBCS) (30m); Section B - Structured Essay Question (SEQ) (20m)

SBCS:Unit 2: The World in CrisisChapter 3: Hitler's GermanySkills:- Making Inferences - Making Comparisons - Interpreting Purpose - Testing Reliability

SEQ:Unit 2: The World in CrisisChapter 1: Treaty of Versailles and League of NationsChapter 2: Stalin's Soviet Union




Format Topics

18 Humanities (Geography) 2272/2

Total 50mSection A (13 marks) Weather Fieldwork Section B (12 marks) Weather Elements Section C (25 marks) Types of Climate and Global Climate Change

Sec 3 Geography TextbookSection A1. Weather Fieldwork:Inquiry Fieldwork Method to test hypothesis, Representation and Analysis of Data, Reliability of Method, Accuracy of Use of Instruments to measure to measure temperature, rainfall, wind speed and wind direction

Section B2. Weather Elements:Rainfall, Relative Humidity, Winds

Section C3. Types of Climate:Equatorial, Tropical Monsoon, Cool Temperate 4. Global Climate Change:Greenhouse Effect, Enhanced Greenhouse Effect, Causes of Climate Change, Impact of Climate Change




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19 Humanities (Literature) 2274/02

• There will be two sections in this paper.• Candidates will select one question from each of thetwo sections.• In total, candidates will answer two questions.• Each question is 25% of the total weighting.

Section A: Prose [25%]• On 'Here and Beyond: 12 Stories', one passage-based question and two essay questions willbe set.• Candidates will answer one question [25%]

Section B: Unseen Prose and Poetry [25%]• There are no set texts in this section.• Two questions will be set – one on an unseen proseextract, and one on an unseen poem.• Candidates will answer one of the two questions [25%].• For every year of examination, one question will be seton a Singaporean text.

Here and Beyond: 12 Stories edited by Cyril WongUnseen poem and prose (choice of one)




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20 History (Pure) 2174/2Total 50mSection A - Source-Based Case Study (SBCS) (30m); Section B - Structured Essay Question (SEQ) (20m)

SBCS Skills:- Making Inference-.Making Comparison- Interpreting Purpose- Evaluating Reliability and/or Surprise- Proving Assertion (incl. "use all sources" question)

SBCS & SEQ Scope:Unit 1: European Dominance & Expansion in Southeast Asia in the late 19th CenturyChap 1: European Intervention in Malaya in the 19th Century Chap 2: British Colonial Rule in Malaya from 1874 to 1930Chap 3: French Colonial Rule in Vietnam from 1873 to 1893

21 Mathematics 4048/01

Paper 1This paper consists of about 25 short answer questions. Students are required to answer all questions on the question paper.


New Syllabus Mathematics 7th Ed. ShingleeLower Sec SyllabusChapter 1: Equations and FunctionsChapter 2: Linear InequalitiesChapter 3: Indices and Standard FormChapter 4: Coordinate GeometryChapter 5: Graphs of Functions and Graphical SolutionChapter 6: Further TrigonometryChapter 7: Applications of TrigonometryChapter 8: Arc Length, Area of Sector and Radian MeasureChapter 9: Congruence and Similarity TestsChapter 10: Area and Volume of Similar Figures and Solids


Paper 2This paper consists of questions of varying marks and lengths. The last question will focus specifically on applying mathematics to a real-world scenario. Students are required to answer all questions on the writing paper provided.





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23 Additional Mathematics 4047/01

There will be about 9 - 11 questions of varying marks and lengths. Students are required to answer all questions on the writing paper provided.

Total marks: 100Duration: 2 hr 30 min

Additional Maths 360 (Marshall Cavendish)Chapter 1: Equations and InequalitiesChapter 2: Surds and IndicesChapter 3: Polynomials and Partial FractionsChapter 4: Modulus and Power FunctionsChapter 5: Binomial TheoremChapter 6: Coordinate GeometryChapter 7: LogarithmsChapter 8: Linear LawChapter 11: Trigonometric FunctionsChapter 12: Simple Trigonometric Identities and Equations

24 Science(Physics) 5076

Paper 1: MCQ 40 marks (with Sci(Chem))Duration: 1 hr Paper 2: 65 marksSection A: Structured Questions 45 marksSection B: Free Response Questions 20 marks including at least one data response question(choose 2 out of 3) Duration: 1hr 15mins

Discover Physics O Level1. Physical quantities, units and measurement2. Kinematics3. Dynamics4. Mass, weight and density5. Turning effect of forces6. Pressure7. Energy, work and power11. General wave properties12. Light13. Electromagnetic spectrum14. Sound




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25 Science(Chemistry) 5076; 5078

Paper 1: MCQ 40 marks (with Sci(Phy) or Sci (Bio))Duration: 1 hr

Paper 3: 65 marksSection A: Structured Questions 45 marksSection B: Free Response Questions 20 marks including at least one data response question (choose 2 out of 3)Duration: 1hr 15mins

1. Experimental Chemistry - Experimental design - Methods of purification and analysis - Identification of gases2. The Particulate Nature of Matter - Kinetic Particle Theory - Atomic Structure - Structure and properties of materials - Ionic bonding - Covalent bonding3. Formulae and Stoichiometry 4. Acids, Bases and Salts - Acids and bases - Salts5. The Periodic Table - Periodic trends - Group properties6. Metals - Properties of metals - Reactivity series - Extraction of metals - Recycling of metals - Iron7. Air




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26 Science(Biology) 5078

Paper 1: MCQ 40 marks (with Sci(Chem)) Duration: 1 hr Paper 4: 65 marks Section A: Structured Questions 45 marks Section B: Free Response Questions 20 marks including at least one data response question(choose 2 out of 3) Duration: 1hr 15mins

Biology1. Cell Structure & Organisation2. Movement of Substances3. Biological Molecules - Nutrients - Enzymes4. Nutrition in Humans5. Nutrition in Plants6. Transport in Plants7. Transport in Humans8. Respiration in Humans

27 Physics 6091/1

Paper 1: MCQ 40 marks (to use OTAS) Duration: 1 hr

Physics Matters1. Physical quantities, units and measurement2. Kinematics3. Dynamics4. Mass, weight and density5. Turning effect of forces6. Pressure7. Energy, work and power11. General wave properties12. Light13. Electromagnetic spectrum14. Sound

28 Physics 6091/2

Paper 2: Structured and Free Response 80 marksSection A: 50 marksSection B: 30 marks including one data response question, 8-12 marks and last question in the EITHER/OR format and will carry 10 marksTotal: 80 marksDuration: 1hr 45mins




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29 Chemistry 6092/1 Paper 1: MCQ 40 marks (to use OTAS)Duration: 1 hr

Chemistry Matters1. Experimental Chemistry - Experimental design - Methods of purification and analysis - Identification of ions and gases2. The Particulate Nature of Matter - Kinetic Particle Theory - Atomic Structure - Structure and properties of materials - Ionic bonding - Covalent bonding - Metallic bonding 3. Formulae, Stoichiometry and the Mole Concept4. Electrolysis5. Energy from Chemicals 6. Chemical Reactions - Redox7. Acids, Bases and Salts - Acids and bases - Salts8. The Periodic Table - Periodic trends - Group properties - Transition elements9. Metals - Properties of metals - Reactivity series - Extraction of metals - Recycling of metals - Iron

30 Chemistry 6092/2

Paper 2: Structured and Free Response 80 marksSection A: 50 marksSection B: 30 marks including one data response question, 8-12 marks and last question in the EITHER/OR format and will carry 10 marksTotal: 80 marksDuration: 1hr 45mins




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31 Principle of Accounts 7175/1Total 40mAnswer all questions: Drawing up of accounts and theory.

POA Textbook1. Introduction to accounting 2. Accounting elements, accounting equation, effects of transactions on accounting equation 3. Double entry (Journal entries and ledger entries) 4. Source documents and Journals 5. Trade receivable/ Trade payable ledger accounts 6. Trial balance, Income statement and balance sheet with adjustments 7. Accruals and Prepayments (Income and Expense accounts) 8. Depreciation of non-current assets 9. Analysis of balance sheet (Working capital) 10. Capital expenditure vs Revenue expenditure 11. Accounting concepts

32 Principle of Accounts 7175/2

Total 60m

Section A: Answer all questions Q1: Income statement and balance sheetQ2 & 3: Drawing up of accounts and theory

Section B: Answer one of two questions Q4 or Q5: Drawing up of accounts and theory

POA Textbook1. Introduction to accounting 2. Accounting elements, accounting equation, effects of transactions on accounting equation 3. Double entry (Journal entries and ledger entries) 4. Source documents and Journals 5. Trade receivable/ Trade payable ledger accounts 6. Trial balance, Income statement and balance sheet with adjustments 7. Accruals and Prepayments (Income and Expense accounts) 8. Depreciation of non-current assets 9. Analysis of balance sheet (Working capital) 10. Capital expenditure vs Revenue expenditure 11. Accounting concepts




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33 Art 6123/ 02

Drawing and Painting 6123/Paper 2 (100 marks) comprising submission of prepartory studies and final work.

Question Paper will be issued three weeks in advance. Students are given five stimulus to choose from. They are to choose ONE of the stimulus and complete at least three and not more than five pieces of prepartory studies in response to the chosen stimuli. During the three hours art exam, students are required to complete a A3-sized final work, they are not allowed to work on their prepartory studies. Students need to complete both prepartory studies and final work to get the full range of marks.

Preparatory Studies:1. Research on chosen topic via first-hand images2. Observational Drawings3. Developmental Drawings4. Artist references5. Trial compositions6. Final draft7. Written Statement

Final Work:1. Aesthetic Quality (Elements of Art and Principles of Design)2. Selection and control of mediums

34 Food and Nutrition 6087/01

Paper 1 (2 hours) – Written Paper

This will test the candidates’ knowledge of theory and practice in response to the assessment objectives.Candidates are to answer all questions in Sections A and B. Candidates are to answer three questions in Section C consisting of two compulsory questions and either part (a) or (b) of the final question. Section A: consisting of short-answer type questions (25 marks)Section B: consisting of structured type questions (30 marks)Section C: consisting of open-ended type questions (45 marks)

Total: 100 Marks

Food Matters by Chin Pooi Pooi, Ethel Su-Hsin Chong, Mayer Chan Moo Nin and Ong Pang Soon

1. Nutrients (Macro and micro nutrients) 2. Energy balance 3. Essentials of Meal planning 4. Diet related diseases 5. Methods of Cooking 6. The Science behind Food Preparation and Cooking (Chemical reactions)7. Food Safety and Preservation8. Body-building Macronutrient and its sources9. Food preparation, Cooking and Evaluation




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Paper 1[60 marks] Section A: Functional Writing [20 marks] There are two questions based on the email format and candidates are to complete the text in response to the topic in either Q1 or Q2 Q1 Email (Informal) Q2 Email (Formal) Section B: Essay Writing [40 marks] Candidates choose one out of four topics to write an essay. Topics may include descriptive, discursive, expository and narrative.

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Paper 2 [60 marks] Section A Cloze Passage (MCQ)Section B Comprehension One (MCQ)Section C Comprehension Two (Open-ended)

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12 Humanities (Social Studies) 2175/1; 2176/1

Total 50mSection A - Source-Based Case Study (SBCS) (35m); Section B - Structured Response Question (SRQ) (15m)

SBCS Skills:1. Making inference2. Making comparison3. Interpreting purpose4. Testing reliability

SBCS and SRQ Scope: Upper Sec Social Studies Coursebook (Exp/NA)Chapter 1. What does it mean for me to be a citizen of my country?Chapter 2. How do we decide what is good for society?Chapter 3. How can we work for the good of society?Chapter 4. What is diversity?Chapter 5. Why is there greater diversity in Singapore now?

13 Humanities (History) 2176/2Total 50mSection A - Source-Based Case Study (SBCS) (30m); Section B - Structured Essay Question (SEQ) (20m)

SBCS:Unit 2: The World in CrisisChapter 3: Hitler's GermanySkills:- Making Inferences - Making Comparisons - Interpreting Purpose - Testing Reliability

SEQ:Unit 2: The World in CrisisChapter 1: Treaty of Versailles and League of NationsChapter 2: Stalin's Soviet Union

14 Humanities (Geography) 2175/2

Sec tion A (13 marks): One Qn on Geographical InvestigationsSection B (12 marks): One Structured Essay Qn (no choice given)Section C (25 marks): One Structured Essay Qn (no choice given)

Sec 3 Geography Textbook1. Variable Weather and Climate(up to impact on climate change, without the strategies)




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New Syllabus Mathematics Normal Academic Shinglee

Sec 1 and Sec 2 topics including percentage, ratio, rate, speed, algebraic expansion,factorisation, simplifying algebraic expressions, simultaneous equations,linear graph, Pythagoras' Theorem, mensuration.

Sec 3 topics:Chapter 1: Algebraic Expressions and Formulae Chapter 2: Quadratic Equations and Functions Chapter 3: Indices and Standard FormChapter 4: Coordinate Geometry Chapter 5: Graphs of Functions and Graphical Solutions Chapter 6: Trigonometry Chapter 7: Further Trigonometry Chapter 8: Congruence and Similarity


Paper 2This paper consists of about 9 to 10 questions of varying marks and lengths. The last question will focus specifically on applying mathematics to a real-world scenario. Students are required to answer all questions on the writing paper provided.


17 O Level Mathematics 4048/01



New Syllabus Mathematics 7th Ed. Shinglee

Lower Sec SyllabusChapter 1: Equations and FunctionsChapter 2: Linear InequalitiesChapter 3: Indices and Standard FormChapter 4: Coordinate GeometryChapter 5: Graphs of Functions and Graphical SolutionChapter 6: Further TrigonometryChapter 7: Applications of TrigonometryChapter 8: Arc Length, Area of Sector and Radian MeasureChapter 9: Congruence and Similarity TestsChapter 10: Area and Volume of Similar Figures and Solids

18 O Level Mathematics 4048/02

Paper 2This paper consists of questions of varying marks and lengths. The last question will focus specifically on applying mathematics to a real-world scenario. Students are required to answer all questions on the writing paper provided.





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19 Science(Physics) 5105/1 Paper 1: MCQ 20 marks (to use OTAS)

Discover Physics O Level1. Physical quantities, units and measurement2. Kinematics3. Dynamics4. Mass, weight and density5. Turning effect of forces6. Pressure7. Energy, work and power8. General wave properties9. Electromagnetic spectrum10. Sound11. Transfer of Thermal Energy

20 Science(Physics) 5105/2

Paper 2: Structured Questions 30 marksSection A: 14 marksSection B: 16 marks including at least one data response question (choose 2 out of 3)Total: 50 marksDuration: 1 hr 15 mins (P1 & P2)

21 Science(Chemistry) 5105/3; 5107/3 Paper 3: MCQ 20 marks (to use OTAS) 1. Experimental Chemistry - Experimental design - Methods of purification and analysis - Identification of gases2. The Particulate Nature of Matter - Kinetic Particle Theory - Atomic Structure - Structure and properties of materials - Ionic bonding - Covalent bonding3. Formulae and Stoichiometry 4. Acids, Bases and Salts - Acids and bases - Salts5. The Periodic Table - Periodic trends - Group properties

22 Science(Chemistry) 5105/4; 5107/4


23 Science(Biology) 5107/5 Paper 5: MCQ 20 marks (to use OTAS) Biology1. Cell Structure & Organisation2. Movement of Substances3. Biological Molecules - Nutrients - Enzymes4. Nutrition in Humans5. Nutrition in Plants6. Transport in Plants7. Transport in Humans




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24 Science(Biology) 5107/6


Biology1. Cell Structure & Organisation2. Movement of Substances3. Biological Molecules - Nutrients - Enzymes4. Nutrition in Humans5. Nutrition in Plants6. Transport in Plants7. Transport in Humans

25 Principle of Accounts 7088/1 Total 40mAnswer all questions: Drawing up of accounts and theory

1. Introduction to accounting 2. Accounting elements, accounting equation, effects of transactions on accounting equation 3. Double entry (Journal entries and ledger entries) 4. Source documents and Journals 5. Trade receivable/ Trade payable ledger accounts 6. Trial balance, Income statement and balance sheet with adjustments 7. Accruals and Prepayments (Income and Expense accounts) 8. Depreciation of non-current assets 9. Analysis of balance sheet (Working capital) 10. Capital expenditure vs Revenue expenditure 11. Accounting concepts

26 Principle of Accounts 7088/2

Total 60m

Section A: Answer all questions Q1: Income statement and balance sheetQ2 & 3: Drawing up of accounts and theory

Section B: Answer one of two questions Q4 or Q5: Drawing up of accounts and theory

1. Introduction to accounting 2. Accounting elements, accounting equation, effects of transactions on accounting equation 3. Double entry (Journal entries and ledger entries) 4. Source documents and Journals 5. Trade receivable/ Trade payable ledger accounts 6. Trial balance, Income statement and balance sheet with adjustments 7. Accruals and Prepayments (Income and Expense accounts) 8. Depreciation of non-current assets 9. Analysis of balance sheet (Working capital) 10. Capital expenditure vs Revenue expenditure 11. Accounting concepts




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27 Art 6125/2

Drawing and Painting 6125/Paper 2 (100 marks) comprising submission of prepartory studies and final work.

Question Paper will be issued three weeks in advance. Students are given five stimulus to choose from. They are to choose ONE of the stimulus and complete at least three and not more than five pieces of prepartory studies in response to the chosen stimuli. During the three hours art exam, students are required to complete a A3-sized final work, they are not allowed to work on their prepartory studies. Students need to complete both prepartory studies and final work to get the full range of marks.

Preparatory Studies:1. Research on chosen topic via first-hand images2. Observational Drawings3. Developmental Drawings4. Artist references5. Trial compositions6. Final draft7. Written Statement

Final Work:1. Aesthetic Quality (Elements of Art and Principles of Design)2. Selection and control of mediums

28 Food and Nutrition 6072/01

Section A: consisting of short answer questions (20 marks)Section B: consisting of data-response questions (28 marks)Section C: consisting of open-ended questions (32 marks) Total: 80 Marks This will test the candidates’ knowledge of theory and practice in response to the assessment objectives. Candidates are to answer all questions in Sections A and B. Candidates are to answer two questions in Section C consisting of a compulsory question and either part (a) or (b) of the final question

Food Matters by Chin Pooi Pooi, Ethel Su-Hsin Chong, Mayer Chan Moo Nin and Ong Pang Soon

1. Nutrientso Carbohydrateso Fat-soluble vitaminso Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Sodium and Iodineo Water2. Eating Disorders3. Reasons for Cooking4. Creaming Method· 5. Methods of Cooking6. Chemical reactions e.g. coagulation, enzymic browning, rancidity, smoking point7. Food Labels8. Meal planning for vegetarians and pregnant women




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29 Design and Technology 7054/01

1½-hr Written Examination70 Marks

Part A: [40% of the total marks of the paper – 28 out of 70 marks.]Five questions requiring short answers will be set based mainly on design process anddesign contents.

Part B: [60% of the total marks of the paper – 42 out of 70 marks.]Candidates are required to answer two out of three questions set based mainly on thethree technological areas, namely, Structures, Mechanisms and Electronics.

Design MechanismStructureElectronics




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Part 2: Functional Writing (20 marks) Candidates write a functional piece of about 80-100 words, e.g. a letter of application, a note of excuse or an eyewitness account, in response to the context provided in Part 1.

Section B: Guided Writing [30 marks] Candidates write a text of at least 180-250 words based on a given context which involves viewing a stimulus text. Candidates are required to write the text, e.g. a journal entry, a personal letter or an explanation, to suit the purpose, audience and context. Candidates will be guided to complete the task.

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5 Basic Chinese Language 1202/03 Paper 3 [20 marks]

Listening Comprehension (MCQ) NA

6 Basic Malay Language 1203/01


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7 Basic Malay Language 1203/03 Paper 3 [20 marks]

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8 Basic Tamil Language 1204/01


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9 Basic Tamil Language 1204/03 Paper 3 [20 marks] Listening Comprehension (MCQ) NA




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10 Science Syllabus T 5148/1 Paper 1: MCQ 40 marks (to use OTAS)Duration: 1 hr

Science Around Us Textbook Module 4: Chapter 1 -Energy and its usesChapter 2 - Energy transfer through wavesChapter 3 - Effects of Forces Chapter 4 - ElectricityChapter 5 - Sources of electricity

Science Around Us Textbook Module 5:Chapter 6 - Sources of foodChapter 7 - Food ChemistryChapter 8- Food health and safety

Science Around Us Textbook Module 6: Chapter 9 - Digestion

11 Science Syllabus T 5148/2Paper 2: Structured Questions 60 marks, including one data response question, 8-12 marksDuration: 1hr 15mins


Paper 1This paper consists of 11 - 13 short questions carrying 2 - 4 marks, largely free from context, testing more on fundamental concepts and skills, followed by 2 longer questions carrying 6 - 8 marks, developed around a context. Students are required to answer all questions on the question paper.

The topics will be from the following strands:(A) Number and Algebra(B) Geometry and Measurement(C) Real-world Contexts related to Number and Algebra and Geometry and Measurement.


Maths 360 Normal Technical (Marshall Cavendish)1. Numbers and their Operations2. Ratio and Proportion3. Percentage4. Rate and Speed5. Algebraic Expressions and formulae6. Functions and Graphs7. Solutions of equations8. Angles, Triangles and polygons9. Symmetry, congruence and similarity10. Pythagoras' theorem and trigonometry11. Mensuration12. Data Analysis13. Probability14. Problems derived from real-world context




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Paper 2This paper consists of 11 - 13 short questions carrying 2 - 4 marks, largely free from context, testing more on fundamental concepts and skills, followed by 2 longer questions carrying 6 - 8 marks, developed around a context. Students are required to answer all questions on the question paper.

The topics will be from the following strands:(A) Number and Algebra(B) Statistics and Probability(C) Real-world Contexts related to Number and Algebra and Statistics and Probability.


Maths 360 Normal Technical (Marshall Cavendish)1. Numbers and their Operations2. Ratio and Proportion3. Percentage4. Rate and Speed5. Algebraic Expressions and formulae6. Functions and Graphs7. Solutions of equations8. Angles, Triangles and polygons9. Symmetry, congruence and similarity10. Pythagoras' theorem and trigonometry11. Mensuration12. Data Analysis13. Probability14. Problems derived from real-world context

14 Computer Applications 7018/1

Paper 1 (Theory):1 Hr 15 Min60 MarksSection A: 20 m (MCQ)Section B: 40 m (Short Questions)

- Computer Fundamentals- Document Processing- Spreadsheets- Multimedia Communication- Media Elements


Paper 2 (Practical):1 Hr 30min70 Marks

Task 1: 21 m (Media Elements/Inkscape)Task 2: 28 m (Document Processing/Word)Task 3: 21 m (Media Communication/Powerpoint)


Paper 3 (Practical):1 Hr 30min70 Marks

Task 1: 28 m (Spreadsheet/Excel)Task 2: 28 m (Media Computing/Scratch)Task 3: 14 m (Flowchart)




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17 Art 6126/2

Art Task 6126/Paper 2 (100 marks) comprising submission of prepartory studies and final work.

Question Paper will be issued three weeks in advance. Students are given four art tasks to choose from. They are to choose ONE of the stimulus and complete at least three and not more than five pieces of prepartory studies in response to the chosen stimuli. During the three hours art exam, students are required to complete a A3-sized final solution, they are not allowed to work on their prepartory studies. Students need to complete both prepartory studies and final work to get the full range of marks.

Preparatory Studies:1. Research on relevant ideas, visuals and information to illustrate work processes2. Explore a range of visual ideas to communicate intentions and solutions to chosen task3. Reference to knowledge of works of artists and/or designers.4. Communicate ideas and intentions through the display of work processes and solutionto task.

Final Solution:1. Aesthetic/ Design Quality (apply art and design principles in the solution to task)

18 Music Syllabus T 6129/1

50 marks1 hour 10 mins Written Examination

Part 1 [35 marks] - ListeningShort answer questions and multiple-choice questions based on five short listening extracts

Part 2 [15 marks] - TypesettingA standard score layout for keyboard with chordsymbols will be provided and candidates will be asked to typeset an identical copy of the piece of music using anotating software. They will be assessed on the accuracy of their work.

Elements of MusicMusic TechnologyWestern Classical MusicChinese Traditional MusicMalay Traditional MusicIndian Classical MusicPopular Music since 1980s




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19 Design and Technology 7053/01

1 hr Written Examination50 Marks

Part A: [40% of the total marks for the paper – 20 out of 50 marks]Five questions requiring short answers will be set based mainly on the Technological Areas.

Part B: [60% of the total marks of the paper – 30 out of 50 marks]Candidates are required to answer two out of three questions which will test candidates’competency mainly on Design and the Technological Areas.

Design MechanismElectronics

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