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Published by g-12047295, 2023-02-20 21:59:11

READ IT ALOUD

Reading Programme

Keywords: Reading,Pronunciation

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APRIL READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 Halloween Halloween (also referred to as All Hollows' Eve) is a holiday that's celebrated in America on 31 October of each year, regardless of what day of the week this date falls on. Although it is rooted in religion, Halloween today is enjoyed mainly because of its decorations, costumes, candy, treats, and general excitement, and furthermore, it is enjoyed by most everyone. Before Halloween, many individuals carve a design into an orange-colored pumpkin, or a solid, durable vegetable. Once a personally satisfying design is carved, a lit candle is typically put inside a pumpkin, thereby making it a Jack-O-Lantern. At night, this design lights up against the darkness. Besides carving pumpkins, some celebrate Halloween by putting decorations up. Supernatural (referring in this case to non-natural creatures that're typically based in fiction) figures, including vampires, ghosts, werewolves, zombies, and more, generally account for most of these decorations. Bugs, spiders, cobwebs, gravestones, and anything else that can be considered creepy (or unusual and possibly scary) can also be found on Halloween, in decoration form. Only some adults celebrate Halloween, and they generally do so by attending parties. Inversely, the vast majority of children dress in costume (Halloween costumes can be based upon anything, from the mentioned supernatural creatures to the stars of today's films) and walk from door to door in search of candy—a practice known as trick or treat—on Halloween. After knocking on a door (houses that participate in Halloween usually leave a light on), one says, "Trick or Treat" and a piece (or pieces!) of candy is given to him or her. Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… Parents : ________________________ ………………………… 2


APRIL READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 1. She stood on the balcony, inexplicably mimicking him hiccupping, and amicably welcoming him in. 2. Susie works in a shoeshine shop. Where she shines she sits, and where she sits she shines. 3. If you must cross a course cross cow across a crowded cow crossing, cross the cross coarse cow across the crowded cow crossing carefully 4. I thought a thought. But the thought I thought wasn’t the thought I thought I thought. If the thought I thought I thought had been the thought I thought, I wouldn’t have thought I thought. 5. If practice makes perfect and perfect needs practice, I’m perfectly practiced and practically perfect. Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… Your English teacher : ________________________ ………………………… 3


APRIL READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 STRANDED MARINE ANIMALS Good afternoon Mr Adnan and my fellow classmates. Today, I am going to speak about stranded marine animals. Every year, many marine animals such as whales get stranded, or ‘beached’ on the shores of many countries around the globe. By the time they are discovered, it is usually too late to save them. As this phenomenon has happened in Malaysia as well in the past, it is important for Malaysians to know what to do if they find another beached animal on our shores. When you encounter a stranded marine animal on the beach, the first thing you should do is to call for expert help. Alert the fisheries Department or a local marine research institute immediately. Next, keep the animal cool and wet by continuously splashing water on its skin. Place wet towels or T-shirts on its skin. Take care not to block the blowhole to enable the animal to breathe. Provide shade for the animal. Creatures such as dolphins have very sensitive skin which can burn easily. Being stranded is a stressful experience for the animal. Keep crowds of people and pets away from the animal. Only a few people are needed near the animal at a time until expert help arrives. Relieve the pressure on the animal’s body by digging underneath its fins. Reduce the pressure on the animal’s lungs by digging a pit under the animal and filling the pit with water. If the animal is at the water’s edge, keep it upright. If it is possible, carefully move the animal to shallow water. Beware of the animal’s powerful, thrashing tail while you do so. And that’s all I have to share about stranded marine animals. I hope you have benefitted from this speech. When we know what to do in such a situation, we can contribute to their survival. Thank you. Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… Teacher : ________________________ ………………………… 4


APRIL READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 Lemon Tree - Fools Garden I'm sitting here in a boring room It's just another rainy Sunday afternoon I'm wasting my time, I got nothing to do I'm hanging around, I'm waiting for you But nothing ever happens and I wonder I'm driving around in my car I'm driving too fast, I'm driving too far I'd like to change my point of view I feel so lonely, I'm waiting for you But nothing ever happens and I wonder I wonder how, I wonder why Yesterday you told me 'bout the blue blue sky And all that I can see Is just a yellow lemon tree I'm turning my head up and down I'm turning, turning, turning, turning, turning around And all that I can see is just another lemon tree Sing: dah Da da da da da - di da dah Da da da da da - di dah dah Da di di di dah I'm sitting here, I miss the power I'd like to go out, taking a shower But there's a heavy cloud inside my head I feel so tired, put myself into bed Well nothing ever happens and I wonder Isolation is not good for me Isolation I don't want to sit on a lemon tree I'm steppin' around in the desert of joy Baby, anyhow I'll get another toy And everything will happen and you'll wonder I wonder how, I wonder why Yesterday you told me 'bout the blue blue sky And all that I can see is just another lemon tree I'm turning my head up and down I'm turning, turning, turning, turning, turning around And all that I can see is just a yellow lemon tree And I wonder, wonder I wonder how, I wonder why Yesterday you told me 'bout the blue blue sky And all that I can see And all that I can see And all that I can see is just a yellow lemon tree Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… English teacher : ________________________ ………………………… 5


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MAY READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 Hotel Reservation Receptionist: Good afternoon! This is Capitol Hotels in Washington, D.C. How may I help you? Mr. Abrams: Hi, I’d like to schedule a reservation for this upcoming weekend from Friday night until Sunday. Receptionist: Sure! Let me check and see what rooms are available. Do you need a room with one bed or two? Mr. Abrams: My wife and I will be visiting the city, but a room with one bed will be just fine. Receptionist: Alright... It looks like we have several rooms available. Would you care for a room with a balcony? Mr. Abrams: A single room with no balcony will suit our needs just fine. I did notice on your website that you have a pool and an exercise room. Are these facilities available for all hotel guests? Receptionist: Yes, all hotel guests are allowed access to those facilities. The hotel stay also includes breakfast. We have a restaurant on-site that also serves lunch and dinner, but those meals are not included in your lodging fee. Mr. Abrams: Okay, that’s fine. What time are both check-in and check-out? Receptionist: Check-in for you on Friday can be any time after 3:00 p.m. Checkout will be on Sunday before noon. Mr. Abrams: Sounds great! Receptionist: I am glad that I could help you today. Is there anything else that you need at this point in time? Mr. Abrams: Would you like my credit card information now, or can I take care of that upon my arrival to the hotel’s reception desk? Receptionist: We can handle payment upon your arrival on Friday. We look forward to seeing you then! Mr. Abrams: Thank you! I look forward to my stay. Receptionist: Enjoy the rest of your week! Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… Parents : ________________________ ………………………… 7


MAY READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 1. Silly Sally swiftly shooed seven silly sheep. The seven silly sheep Silly Sally shooed shillyshallied south. These sheep shouldn’t sleep in a shack; sheep should sleep in a shed 2. Rory the warrior and Roger the worrier were reared wrongly in a rural brewery. 3. As he gobbled the cakes on his plate, the greedy ape said as he ate: The greener green grapes are, the keener keen apes are to gobble green grape cakes. They’re great!” 4. Ingenious iguanas improvising an intricate impromptu on impossibly impractical instruments. 5. Denise sees the fleece; Denise sees the fleas. At least Denise could sneeze and feed and freeze the fleas.” Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… Your English teacher : ________________________ ………………………… 8


MAY READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 THE HUNGRY BOY I was all ears when I heard that Sam and Meng had a fight during recess. James did not appear surprised and did not bat an eyelid. However, I could not believe my ears as I thought the two of them were very good friends. I tried to catch Sam’s eyes in class but he ignored me. I think he was just cutting off his nose to spite his face. Just because he was angry with Meng did not mean that he could treat the rest of us the same way. James who has his ears on the ground, said that the relationship between the two of them soured a few weeks ago. He said this was as plain as the nose on your face and I should have noticed it. It all started Meng stole some money from Meng. Meng’s problem was that his eyes were bigger than his stomach. He always believed he could finish everything on his plate. Everyone had to have eyes in the back of their heads while eating with Meng around. He could take off with your sandwich if you were not paying attention. My eyes popped out of my head when I saw Meng eating yesterday. He ate everything so ravenously like he had been starving for a few days. Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… English teacher : ________________________ ………………………… 9


MAY READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 Couldn't Be Better Kelly Clarkson Hello gorgeous, let's check out how you look today Who's that person in the glass, staring back your way? Sure it's you, but just take in that view and woah Girl, you couldn't look better Shake the sleep off, and kick into the morning drill Throw on anything, and boom, now you're dressed to kill Hit the street, got the world at your feet and woah Things just couldn't be better There's no need for hesitation Life is come as you are and you're a one of a kind sensation And there's a scrambled sun in the tangled sky And the moon couldn't be any brighter And as the slam big city goes rocketing by Well, your head couldn't feel any lighter It's like a fun house ride, the kind you just can't miss Call it crazy, and yet, is there anything better than this? Life just couldn't be better than this Look around you, so many things to do and try No one's judging and the rules really don't apply Take a bite of whatever feels right and woah Yeah, it couldn't taste better Choose the path you want and take it (and take it) If you don't fit the mold, doesn't matter, go on and break it Yes, it's a square peg life in a round hole town But it all couldn't be any sweeter (sweeter) You may be upside-backwards and wrong sidedown But it just couldn't feel more completer And there's so much to do And isn't it such bliss? Are you ready, get set, 'cause it doesn't get better than this No, it couldn't get better than... Bein' who you are (who you are) Feeling bold and free (oh) This is what life should be, woah And it's a madhouse night in this crazy quilt world And your heart couldn't soar any higher You've got your freak flag flying, completely unfurled And you just couldn't be more fire And life's a nonstop blast of total awesomeness Yeah, it's crazy, you bet, but it couldn't get better It's as good as it gets, and it never gets better What could ever be (ever be), better than this? Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… Teacher : ________________________ ………………………… 10


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JUNE READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 A GREAT SUMMER VACATION I just returned from the greatest summer vacation! It was so fantastic, I never wanted it to end. I spent eight days in Paris, France. My best friends, Henry and Steve, went with me. We had a beautiful hotel room in the Latin Quarter, and it wasn’t even expensive. We had a balcony with a wonderful view. We visited many famous tourist places. My favorite was the Louvre, a well-known museum. I was always interested in art, so that was a special treat for me. The museum is so huge, you could spend weeks there. Henry got tired walking around the museum and said “Enough! I need to take a break and rest.” We took lots of breaks and sat in cafes along the river Seine. The French food we ate was delicious. The wines were tasty, too. Steve’s favorite part of the vacation was the hotel breakfast. He said he would be happy if he could eat croissants like those forever. We had so much fun that we’re already talking about our next vacation. Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… Teacher : ________________________ ………………………… 12


JUNE READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 TONGUE TWISTERS There was a fisherman named Fisher Who fished for some fish in a fissure? Till a fish with a grin, pulled the fisherman in. Now they ‘re fishing the fissure for Fisher How many chickens could a good cook cook ? If a good cook could cook chickens? A good cook could cook as much chickens As a good cook who could cook chickens. Luke Luck likes lakes. Luke's duck likes lakes. Luke Luck licks lakes. Luck's duck licks lakes. Duck takes licks in lakes Luke Luck likes. Luke Luck takes licks in lakes duck likes. How much ground would a groundhog hog, if a groundhog could hog ground? A groundhog would hog all the ground he could hog, if a groundhog could hog ground Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… English teacher : ________________________ ………………………… 13


JUNE READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 Find the meanings for all the idioms AUNTS Alex was in seventh heaven when he discovered that he had inherited a lot of money after Aunt May’s death. Alex knew he should be feeling sad that Aunt May was six feet under. However, to be honest, he hardly knew her even when she was alive. So, the news of Aunt May’s death did not affect him at all. It was six of one and a half a dozen of the other. In contrast, the news of Aunt May’s death knocked Alex’s mother for six. She and Aunt May were two of a kind and shared similar interests. To cheer his mother up, Alex decided to treat his mother to a sumptuous meal in order to cheer her up. He knew that inviting Aunt Fung along was half the battle as his mother enjoyed talking to her. Alex would rather not invite her as he disliked Aunt Fung. She was a greedy woman who always claimed to know a thing or two about everything. On that day, Aunt Fung was dressed up to the nines. Throughout the meal, she talked nineteen to the dozen and Alex felt irritated. In the end, he decided to leave early and rush home to teach his tree-year-old son the three Rs. Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… Your English teacher : ________________________ ………………………… 14


JUNE READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 Back to December Taylor Swift I'm so glad you made time to see me How's life? Tell me, how's your family? I haven't seen them in a while You've been good, busier than ever We small talk, work and the weather Your guard is up and I know why Because the last time you saw me Is still burned in the back of your mind You gave me roses and I left them there to die So this is me swallowin' my pride Standin' in front of you sayin' I'm sorry for that night And I go back to December all the time It turns out freedom ain't nothin' but missin' you Wishin' I'd realized what I had when you were mine I'd go back to December, turn around and make it alright I go back to December all the time These days, I haven't been sleepin' Stayin' up playin' back myself leavin' When your birthday passed and I didn't call Then I think about summer, all the beautiful times I watched you laughin' from the passenger's side And realized I loved you in the fall And then the cold came, the dark days When fear crept into my mind You gave me all your love and all I gave you was goodbye So this is me swallowin' my pride Standin' in front of you sayin' I'm sorry for that night And I go back to December all the time It turns out freedom ain't nothin' but missin' you Wishin' I'd realized what I had when you were mine I'd go back to December, turn around and change my own mind I go back to December all the time I miss your tan skin, your sweet smile So good to me, so right And how you held me in your arms that September night The first time you ever saw me cry Maybe this is wishful thinkin' Probably mindless dreamin' But if we loved again, I swear I'd love you right I'd go back in time and change it, but I can't So if the chain is on your door, I understand But this is me swallowin' my pride Standin' in front of you sayin' I'm sorry for that night And I go back to December It turns out freedom ain't nothin' but missin' you Wishin' I'd realized what I had when you were mine I'd go back to December, turn around and make it alright I'd go back to December, turn around and change my own mind I go back to December all the time All the time Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… Parents : ________________________ ………………………… 15


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JULY READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 FATHER FIVE MINUTES TOO LATE BATU PAHAT, Tues. – her father always waited at the bus-stop near his daughter’s work place to pick her up after work. He made sure that he was there before she finished work. On Tuesday, however, he stopped to buy a newspaper and arrived at the bus-stop five minutes late. He found his daughter sprawled on the ground. She had been stabbed in the chest. Lim Mei Lan, 22, worked as an accountant clerk in a textile factory about 3kn from here. She had been working there for two weeks when the tragic incident happened. According to a schoolboy, who was on the opposite side of the road, two youths on a motorcycle had stopped at the bus-stop to ask for directions. Mei Lan stepped forward to speak to them when one of them pulled her handbag. Mei Lan put up a fight and clung to her bag. The pillion rider took out a knife and stabbed her in the chest. They grabbed her bag, gold chain, and mobile phone before fleeing on their bike. They boy rushed to Mei Lan’s aid when he saw her fall. A few minutes later, her father arrived at the scene. He rushed her to a nearby clinic but she died on the way. A police spokeman said that Mei Lan was an unfortunate victim of snatch thieves. He warned people to be alert and not to speak to strangers. Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… Your English teacher : ________________________ ………………………… 17


JULY READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 TONGUE TWISTERS Through three cheese trees three free fleas flew. While these fleas flew, freezy breeze blew. Freezy breeze made these three trees freeze. Freezy trees made these trees' cheese freeze. That's what made these three free fleas sneeze Bobby Bippy bought a bat. Bobby Bippy bought a ball. With his bat Bob banged the ball Banged it bump against the wall But so boldly Bobby banged it That he burst his rubber ball "Boo!" cried Bobby Bad luck ball Bad luck Bobby, bad luck ball Now to drown his many troubles Bobby Bippy's blowing bubbles If you understand, say "understand". If you don't understand, say "don't understand". But if you understand and say "don't understand". how do I understand that you understand. Understand! Yellow butter, purple jelly, red jam, black bread. Spread it thick, say it quick! Yellow butter, purple jelly, red jam, black bread. Spread it thicker, say it quicker! Yellow butter, purple jelly, red jam, black bread. Don’t eat with your mouth full! Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… English teacher : ________________________ ………………………… 18


JULY READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 Going to a restaurant Sandra and Paul are at a steak restaurant. A waiter greets them. "Do you know what you would like to drink?" the waiter asks. “Water and orange juice,” Sandra says. "Thank you. Here are your menus," the waiter says. The waiter brings water for Paul and orange juice for Sandra. "What would you like to order?" the waiter asks. "I would like a 12-ounce steak and mashed potatoes," Paul says. "The same thing, but with green beans," Sandra says. "And two orders of garlic bread," Paul says. "Great. You should have it in soon," the waiter says. The waiter returns after an hour. “Sorry for your wait. Here are two orders of 12-ounce steaks with mashed potatoes and garlic bread,” the waiter says. "I asked for green beans with mine," Sandra says. "I'm sorry, I’ll get those for you," the waiter says. The waiter quickly returns with Sandra's green beans. Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… Teacher : ________________________ ………………………… 19


JULY READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 This is Me Demi Lovato I've always been the kind of girl That hid my face So afraid to tell the world What I've got to say But I have this dream right inside of me I'm gonna let it show, it's time To let you know, to let you know This is real, this is me I'm exactly where I'm supposed to be, now Gonna let the light shine on me Now I've found who I am There's no way to hold it in No more hiding who I want to be This is me Do you know what it's like to feel so in the dark? To dream about a life where you're the shining star Even though it seems like it's too far away I have to believe in myself, it's the only way This is real, This is me I'm exactly where I'm supposed to be, now Gonna let the light shine on me Now I've found who I am There's no way to hold it in No more hiding who I want to be This is me You're the voice I hear inside my head The reason that I'm singing I need to find you, I gotta find you You're the missing piece I need The song inside of me I need to find you, I gotta find you This is real, this is me I'm exactly where I'm supposed to be, now Gonna let the light shine on me Now I've found who I am There's no way to hold it in No more hiding who I want to be, yeah This is me You're the missing piece I need The song inside of me You're the voice I hear inside my head (this is me, yeah) The reason that I'm singing Now I've found, who I am There's no way to hold it in No more hiding who I want to be This is me Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… Parents : ________________________ ………………………… 20


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AUGUST READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 BOYS AND GIRS SHOULD LEARN TO COOK I think that boys and girls should learn to cook. If we can cook our own meals, we can prepare what we like to eat. However, simple the meal may be, it is surely cheaper and more hygienic. We will wash our hands, utensils, and foodstuff well and we can ensure there will not be any pests running around the food or the kitchen. When we buy food we never know what happens in the kitchen and how dirty the place is. Cooking is very useful pastime and can be fun. As we learn new dishes we become more creative and get a lot of satisfaction especially when the food turns out well and we get compliments. In this way, family recipes will not be lost as they can be handed down through the generations. When you leave home and live on your own you can cook your own meals and will not be so homesick for the food you miss back home. Cooking is not just a woman’s job as these days women go out to work as well, so the responsibility of preparing meals is better shared. Therefore, I strongly feel that everyone should learn to cook. Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… English teacher : ________________________ ………………………… 22


AUGUST READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 SIMPLE- TONGUE TWISTERS 1. Amanda Armington ate awesome anchovies, apples and almonds. 2. Clifford Cuthbert carefully closed the clothes cupboard clasps. 3. Evelyn Egbert efficiently eluded eleven elevated eggs. 4. Gregory Grumble grew great green Greek grapes. 5. Ivy Impala insisted on inserting ice-cream into an icebox. 6. Billy Bob-Blue blew big, bouncing bubbles. 7. Daniel Dawson ducked deftly as the ducks dived. 8. Freddie Fathington flew far for French frankfurters. 9. Hannah Harriot happily hopped home from hopscotch. 10. Jimmy Jackhorn jabbed a jazzy javelin in jest. 11. Karina Karter kept a key in a khaki kettle. 12. Lucy Lovedale loved laughing lots at lumpy lemons. 13. Morris Musselbrook made a mushy mango and mandarin mess. 14. Norman Noonan nodded nicely at noisy neighbours. 15. Olivia Ormand openly offered organic oranges. Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… Teacher : ________________________ ………………………… 23


AUGUST READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 Going to the Supermarket Martha is at the grocery store, getting ready for a house party. She has a list of what she needs with her as she goes along. The first section she comes has produce. Martha sees apples, bananas, cherries, grapes, and strawberries. She checks her list: - 6 apples - 1 bag of cherries - 1 bag of grapes - 2 cartons of strawberries Martha gets her items and looks the bananas. They are on sale for much cheaper than they are normally. She picks 3 bananas. Next are vegetables. She sees potatoes, carrots, tomatoes, onions, mushrooms, and salad in bags. She checks her list: - 5 pounds of potatoes - 6 carrots - 4 tomatoes - 2 onions - 4 mushrooms As she is putting her items into her cart, Martha checks the many bags of salad and chooses 2 of them. She pushes her cart ahead. The next section is meat and dairy. She sees meat, fish, cheese, eggs, and milk. She checks her list: - 2 fish (salmon) - 1 block of cheese (cheddar) - 1 dozen eggs - 2 gallons of milk She looks at the meat that is on sale and chooses a 5-pound roll of hamburger. She gets the rest of the items in that section. She still needs rice, bread, salt, sugar, and flour. She gets: - 2 bags of rice - 4 loaves of bread - a 2-pound bag of sugar - a 2-pound bag of flour Martha then realizes that she has forgotten something. She runs back and gets 1 container of salt and then rushes to the checkout. She puts her groceries into her car and leaves. Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… Your English teacher : ________________________ ………………………… 24


AUGUST READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 One Day Imagine Dragons I know that one day I'll be that one Thing that makes you happy I know I'll keep you laughin' Your sun on a cloudy day The feel of a perfect wave It's crashin' upon your face Yeah, I know that one day, one day Birds outside will sing me a song tonight I know that it's right on time, time Twee-da-da-da Life flies by the moon and the midnight sky Is guiding me to your side, side I know that one day I'll be that one Thing that makes you happy I know I'll keep you laughin' Your sun on a cloudy day The feel of a perfect wave It's crashin' upon your face Yeah, I know that one day, one day Can we run away to a place That children play in the grassy fields Twee-da-da-da I know they're tellin' you things that you put in your head, head Promise that you are better off without them I know that one day I'll be that one Thing that makes you happy I know I'll keep you laughin' Your sun on a cloudy day The feel of a perfect wave It's crashin' upon your face Yeah, I know that one day, one day One day I'll be that one (one, one, one) Thing that makes you happy I know I'll keep you laughin' Your sun on a cloudy day (one, one, one) The feel of a perfect way If it's crashin' upon your face Yeah, I know that one day, one day Ooh One day Ooh One day Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… Parents : ________________________ ………………………… 25


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SEPTEMBER READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 The pet store George is at the pet store, looking at what kind of pet he might want to get for his birthday. George asked if he could have a horse, but his parents said no because horses are too big. First, he sees dogs and cats. Baby dogs are called puppies. Baby cats are called kittens. George likes them because they are easy to take care of and can play a lot, but they will get bigger. George wants a small pet. Then George sees animals that have to live in a cage. He sees rabbits, guinea pigs, and mice. Mice are what you call more than one mouse. He likes these animals because they are small. Birds live in cages too. George sees a parrot and a canary. He likes them all, but he doesn’t want to clean the cage. George sees the animals in tanks. The tanks full of water have fish and turtles in them. He thinks about a goldfish but decides he likes the turtles more. There are also tanks with rocks and sand that have snakes, spiders, and scorpions, but George is afraid of them. George likes the turtles best, but they won’t fit in the little fishbowls. Turtles need bigger tanks, so they can swim sometimes and hide sometimes. George decides he wants to get a turtle for his birthday. He buys a book on how to take care of a turtle and a list of what types of turtles the store has. Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… Your English teacher : ________________________ ………………………… 27


SEPTEMBER READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 SIMPLE- TONGUE TWISTERS 2 1.Robyn Rafter ran readily round a rare rambling rose. 2. Shelly Sherman shivered in her sheer shawl in the shady shelter. 3. Trinity Tricket told two twins to taste the terrifically tempting tart. 4. Uma Uber’s unfriendly uncle was useless using utensils. 5. Veronica Vernon viewed a very vibrant violet vest. 6. Wilma Wilson wearily warmed the wry walrus. 7. Xavier Xenon x-rayed extra xylophones. 8. Yolande Yonda yearned for yellow yolks yesterday. 9. Zac Zeenan zipped and zoomed through the zany zoo. 10. Six sick hicks nick six slick bricks with picks and sticks. 11. A big black bug bit a big black dog on his big black nose. 12. Seven slick slimey snakes slowly sliding southward. 13. The great Greek grape growers grow great Greek grapes. 14. When you write copy you have the right to copyright the copy you write. 15. How much pot, could a pot roast roast, if a pot roast could roast pot. Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… English teacher : ________________________ ………………………… 28


SEPTEMBER READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 AN ONLY CHILD OR A BIG FAMILY? It is better to be part of a big family with a few siblings than to be an only child. We can do things together, such as play games, go on outings together and discuss problems if we have brothers and sisters. Although sometimes attention from parents may be divided, we learn to share things with our siblings. In doing so, we learn to be unselfish and tolerant, especially when wealth and benefits are divided among all the children. We can always be assured of support from our siblings especially when we are close to them. It may be true that when there are a few children in the family, it may be too expensive to send all the children overseas for further education. But children from families who are not too wealthy should learn to work hard so that they get scholarships or study grants to further their education. In my opinion, it is better to have siblings to share your life with instead of being an only child. An only child will be lonely and sometimes spoilt and selfish. Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… Parents : ________________________ ………………………… 29


SEPTEMBER READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 Firework Katy Perry Do you ever feel like a plastic bag Drifting through the wind, wanting to start again? Do you ever feel, feel so paper thin Like a house of cards, one blow from cavin' in? Do you ever feel already buried deep? Six feet under screams, but no one seems to hear a thing Do you know that there's still a chance for you? 'Cause there's a spark in you You just gotta ignite the light And let it shine Just own the night Like the Fourth of July 'Cause baby, you're a firework Come on, show 'em what you're worth Make 'em go, "Oh, oh, oh" As you shoot across the sky Baby, you're a firework Come on, let your colors burst Make 'em go, "Oh, oh, oh" You're gonna leave 'em all in awe, awe, awe You don't have to feel like a waste of space You're original, cannot be replaced If you only knew what the future holds After a hurricane comes a rainbow Maybe a reason why all the doors are closed So you could open one that leads you to the perfect road Like a lightning bolt, your heart will glow And when it's time, you'll know You don't have to feel like a waste of space You're original, cannot be replaced If you only knew what the future holds After a hurricane comes a rainbow Maybe a reason why all the doors are closed So you could open one that leads you to the perfect road Like a lightning bolt, your heart will glow And when it's time, you'll know You just gotta ignite the light And let it shine Just own the night Like the Fourth of July 'Cause baby, you're a firework Come on, show 'em what you're worth Make 'em go, "Oh, oh, oh" As you shoot across the sky Baby, you're a firework Come on, let your colors burst Make 'em go, "Oh, oh, oh" You're gonna leave 'em all in awe, awe, awe Boom, boom, boom Even brighter than the moon, moon, moon It's always been inside of you, you, you And now it's time to let it through 'Cause baby, you're a firework Come on, show 'em what you're worth Make 'em go, "Oh, oh, oh" As you shoot across the sky Baby, you're a firework Come on, let your colors burst Make 'em go, "Oh, oh, oh" You're gonna leave 'em all in awe, awe, awe Boom, boom, boom Even brighter than the moon, moon, moon Boom, boom, boom Even brighter than the moon, moon, moon Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… Teacher : ________________________ ………………………… 30


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OKTOBER READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 A Holiday in Cameron Highlands During last weekend, my parents decided to take us to Cameron Highlands. In the morning, we packed our clothes and loaded them into my father's car. We hit the road at 7 a.m. in my father's Suzuki Swift. The road to Cameron Highlands was crooked and my mother was a bit lightheaded. The road was filled with fog. The scenery along the road was eye pleasing. We chitchatted along the way. After a five hours drive, we arrived at our destination. Cameron Highland has cool mountain air. Although our country is facing haze problem now, the air there was still free from pollution. It is form escapism from all the hustle and bustle of the city life - translating into another dimension of peace and serenity. First, we visited to the bee farm. We could see bees flying freely and pollinating. We could purchase some pure honey and honey products sold there. At first, I was scared to see the bees flying freely as I thought it would sting us but soon I realised that they wouldn't sting us if we didn't disturb them. Then, we moved to our second location. Our second location was the Boh Tea Plantation. The teas were planted on terraced hill slopes. We also did not miss the chance to take some screenshots there. We also saw a waterfall there. The sound of water cascading from the top of the mountain was soothing to our ears and nerves. We were mesmerised by the crystal clear water. Our warm bodies chilled when the cold mountain water caressed our body. As we were enjoying the waterfall, it started to rain and we dashed to find a spot to take shelter. After the heavy downpour, we decided to stop at one of the many strawberry parks in Cameron Highlands. Before leaving the tea plantation, we made sure to buy some fresh tea. We decided to visit the Big Red Strawberry Farm. A lot of strawberries were cultivated there. Salad and lettuce plants are also planted there. We had our tea time there. We bought some strawberries and souvenirs to take back home. As the sun slowly set under the horizon, we knew it was time to say goodbye to this awesome place. We had a whale of a time in Cameron Highlands and we truly enjoyed ourselves. Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… English teacher : ________________________ ………………………… 32


OKTOBER READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 Funny Tongue Twisters Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… Teacher : ________________________ ………………………… Brave, bleeding boys battle bald, biting babies. The crowd of clumsy clowns crushed the king’s crown. The tiny teacher (on tippytoes) tamed the terrible T-Rex by tickling its tummy Noisy boys enjoy noisy toys, but noisy boys enjoying noisy toys are annoying. The fat farmer’s five filthy fingers fed the ferocious ferret french fries 33


OKTOBER READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 My Best Friend Friends are a part of our life and play a significant role in our life. The wise saying, books and friends should be few but good explains the importance of friends in life. I have such a good friend in my life. His name is Sam Wai Keat. He is the same age as me and we are in the same class. Sam has a good sense of humour. He always entertains me when I am depressed and sad. His humour joke will definitely make me laugh my head off. He is as tall as me. Sam is also a hardworking and an intelligent student. He always teaches me when I am facing problems in my studies. He loves reading and so he is known as a bookworm. We often go to the library to access the books. Sam lives within a stone away from my house. Every morning, I tag along with Sam and we walk to school together. I always visit Sam in his house and we study together. Although we are from different races, it does not put a strain on our friendship. I go to Sam's house to celebrate Chinese New Year every year. Sam is born with silver spoon. His father runs a company. Although his family is rich, he never shows off and proud. He is thrifty and spends money wisely. He also advises me to be thrifty. He saves his pocket money in his piggy bank. One day, I forgot to ask my parents for money to buy lunch. At first, I thought that I would have survived the whole day without eating anything but I felt hungry during recess. Without asking anything, Sam bought me my favourite Mee Siam. My eyes filled with tears and I was speechless. As the saying goes, a friend in need is a friend indeed. I am grateful because I have a good friend. Sam adds gaiety to my life. Everyone needs a friend in their life. Name Signature /date Peer/Parents : ________________________ ………………………… Your English Teacher : ________________________ ………………………… 34


OKTOBER READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 Shine Your Way Adam Young and Yuna Just before the dawn When the light's still gone Shine, shine your way And you may not know, where to go Shine, shine your way Open road but it's still dark Build a fire from a spark And shine, shine your way Feed the feeling in your heart Don't conceal it then you'll start To find, find your way No one can stop, what has begun You must believe when I say All of your tears will dry faster in the sun Starting today Shine, shine, shine Shine your way There's an open sky And a reason why You shine, shine your way There's so much to learn And now it's your turn To shine, shine your way There's a feeling deep inside You can let it be your guide To find, find your way And there's no time for us to waste Got to take a leap of faith And fly, fly away Don't have to walk Now you can run Nothing can get in your way All of your tears will dry faster in the sun Starting today Shine, shine, shine Shine your way Morning is breaking Darkness is fading We found a way to the light It's such a beautiful sight Any time, anywhere Turn around and I'll be there To shine, shine your way Like a star burning bright Lighting up the darkest night I'll shine, shine your way Now I can see You are the one Sent here to show me the way All of our tears will dry faster in the sun Starting today Shine, shine, shine We're on our way Shine, shine, shine That's what we say Shine, shine, shine Shine your way There's a reason why You shine, shine your way All of our tears will dry faster in the sun Shine your way Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… Parents : ________________________ ………………………… 35


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NOVEMBER READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 Flash Flood The annual monsoon season has arrived. This causes heavy downpours in many areas. Last Fridaynight, there was a heavy downpour in Kampung Jeram. It rained continuously that night. Everyone was sound asleep and no one imagined what would happen the next morning. As soon as the villagers woke up in the early morning, they were shocked to see the rising water surrounding them. The flood has submerged the whole village. The villagers had butterflies in their stomach when they could not find the way out. They were trapped in the flood water. The villagers had saved the important documents and some saved their valuables. The villagers quickly climbed up the roof and waited to be rescued. They were afraid because the water was still rising. The swift flood water swept away their belongings just in front of their eyes. Some caring villagers lent a helping hand to the other families and helped them to climb up the roofs. All of them waited until the arrival of the rescue teams. Soon enough, a rescue boat arrived at the scene. The villagers who saw the boat screamed for help. The boat can only accommodate limited villagers. Some of the villagers were saved and brought into the boat. Soon, another boat arrived and picked up the remaining villagers. All of them were brought to the community hall and stayed there for temporarily. Flash flood has been happening during monsoon season at low lying areas like Kampung Jeram. To prevent fatalities during flash flood, precaution and early alerts should be given. The flood relief centre has to give early warning siren so that residents can prepare to be evacuated earlier. The news should also provide regular weather updates during this season. The flood relief centre should also give information on flood evacuation plans to these residents. As the saying goes, prevention is better than cure. Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… English teacher : ________________________ ………………………… Tongue Twister 37


NOVEMBER READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… Parents : ________________________ ………………………… Rugged rubber baby buggy bumpers. Imagine an imaginary menagerie manager managing an imaginary menagerie. Thirty-three thirsty, thundering thoroughbreds thumped Mr. Thurber on Thursday. Supposed to be pink pistachio, supposed to be pistachio pink. Six sleek swans swam swiftly southwards. 38


NOVEMBER READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 Letter to a Friend Hi, Fred! It's been a while since we have been in touch. How has your semester been? I wanted to send an email update to you let you know how things have been going during my semester abroad here in Málaga, Spain. I've already been here for six weeks, and I feel like I am finally adapting to the culture. I'm also speaking the language more fluently. I arrived during the first week of September. The weather has been very nice. Even though it's October, it's still rather sunny and warm. In fact, I went to the beach and swam in the Mediterranean Sea earlier today. I am living with a very welcoming host family. I have my own private bedroom, but we eat breakfast, lunch, and dinner together. On Sundays, we eat a big home-cooked paella for lunch. In Spain, lunch is usually the biggest meal of the day. It's also very common for the people to take a midday nap right after a big meal. I am actually just waking up from my nap right now! On weekdays, I take classes at the local university. There, I met several native Spanish speakers. They have been very kind and patient with me. At first, I struggled to comprehend their Spanish, but now I understand most of our conversations. They have commented that my Spanish has improved a lot since we first met. Now, I am more confident to use the language in other places like stores and restaurants. I am so glad that I decided to spend the semester here in Spain. We have an extended weekend coming up, so a group of my friends and I are going to travel to France for four days. It's so easy and inexpensive to travel internationally in Europe. I love it! I look forward to hearing from you soon. Like I said, don't hesitate to stay in touch more often. Perhaps you could even come to visit! What do you think? Best wishes, Patrick Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… Your English teacher : ________________________ ………………………… 39


NOVEMBER READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 Original Sia Boom, woke me from my sleep Boom, woke me from a dream Boom, got me on my feet Boom, think the birds who sing I'm here to try anything I'm done with the suffering It's time to stand up and sing For my life I'm here now to try it all I'm ready to take a fall 'Cause I'm an original Why deny it? And I won't waste my life being typical I'ma be original Even when it's difficult And I won't change myself when they tell me, "No" I'ma be original I'ma be original Nah, I won't waste my life being typical I'ma be original Even when it's difficult And I won't change myself when they tell me, "No" I'ma be original I'ma be original Oh, oh, oh (oh, oh, oh) (Oh, oh, oh) I'ma be original I'ma be original Boom, run toward the light Boom, I'm ready to fight Boom, the demons that live inside Boom, I'll face the darkest night I'm here to try anything I'm done with the suffering It's time to stand up and sing For my life I'm here now to try it all I'm ready to take a fall 'Cause I'm an original Why deny it? And I won't waste my life being typical I'ma be original Even when it's difficult And I won't change myself when they tell me, "No" I'ma be original I'ma be original Nah, I won't waste my life being typical I'ma be original Even when it's difficult And I won't change myself when they tell me, "No" I'ma be original I'ma be original Oh, oh, oh (oh, oh, oh) (Oh, oh, oh) I'ma be original I'ma be original (Oh, oh, oh) (Oh, oh, oh) (Oh, oh, oh) I'ma be original I'ma be original Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… Teacher : ________________________ ………………………… 40


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DECEMBER READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 Doctor Doctor Klein: Good morning, Cecilia, how are you feeling today? Cecilia: I do not feel very well, Doctor Klein. I hope that you can treat my illness. Doctor Klein: I’m sorry that you feel very sick. Tell me some of your symptoms so that I can give you a proper diagnosis. Cecilia: I have not felt well since yesterday afternoon. The symptoms began with a headache and a gradual sore throat. I drank tea with lemon and honey, and I went to bed early. However, I am extremely exhausted, and I don’t feel any better today. Doctor Klein: I have seen these symptoms recently in some of my other patients. I’ll check your temperature and examine your throat in order to give you a proper diagnosis. Cecilia: Thank you, Doctor. Doctor Klein: Open up and say “Ahhhhhh...” Cecilia: “Ahhhhhh...” Doctor Klein: Oh, my! I can already see that your throat is very red. Your temperature of 100 degrees indicates that you are running a mild fever. I am afraid that you might have the flu. Cecilia: What is the best way to cure my symptoms? Doctor Klein: You will need plenty of rest, and you should drink fluids frequently in order to stay hydrated. You’ve also just started to show symptoms, so I can prescribe you a medication that can reduce fever and shorten the duration of your illness. Cecilia: Should I stay home from work as well? Doctor Klein: Yes, you should remain in bed until the fever breaks. You should also wait until 24 hours after the fever has broken before you return to work. You do not want to risk getting your co-workers sick as well. Cecilia: I suppose I will just take it easy and relax for a couple of days. Thank you, doctor, for all of your help! Doctor Klein: No problem! Try your best to rest for a couple of days. I hope you feel better soon! Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… Parents : ________________________ ………………………… 42


DECEMBER READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 Tongue Twister Silly Sally swiftly shooed seven silly sheep. The seven silly sheep Silly Sally shooed Shilly-shallied south. These sheep shouldn't sleep in a shack; Sheep should sleep in a shed All I want is a proper cup of coffee, Made in a proper copper coffee pot I may be off my dot But I want a cup of coffee From a proper coffee pot. Tin coffee pots and iron coffee pots They're no use to me - If I can't have a proper cup of coffee In a proper copper coffee pot I'll have a cup of tea. One-One was a racehorse. Two-Two was one, too. When One-One won one race, Two-Two won one, too. Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… English teacher : ________________________ ………………………… 43


DECEMBER READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 Preparing food Jack was hungry. He walked to the kitchen. He got out some eggs. He took out some oil. He placed a skillet on the stove. Next, he turned on the heat. He poured the oil into the skillet. He cracked the eggs into a bowl. He stirred the eggs. Then, he poured them into the hot skillet. He waited while the eggs cooked. They cooked for two minutes. He heard them cooking. They popped in the oil. Next, Jack put the eggs on a plate. He placed the plate on the dining room table. Jack loved looking at his eggs. They looked pretty on the white plate. He sat down in the large wooden chair. He thought about the day ahead. He ate the eggs with a spoon. They were good. He washed the plate with dishwashing soap. Then, he washed the pan. He got a sponge damp. Finally, he wiped down the table. Next, Jack watched TV. Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… Teacher : ________________________ ………………………… 44


DECEMBER READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 Surface Pressure Jessica Darrow I'm the strong one, I'm not nervous I'm as tough as the crust of the Earth is I move mountains, I move churches And I glow, 'cause I know what my worth is I don't ask how hard the work is Got a rough indestructible surface Diamonds and platinum, I find 'em, I flatten 'em I take what I'm handed, I break what's demanded, but Under the surface I feel berserk as a tightrope walker in a threering circus Under the surface Was Hercules ever like, "Yo, I don't wanna fight Cerberus?" Under the surface I'm pretty sure I'm worthless if I can't be of service A flaw or a crack The straw in the stack That breaks the camel's back What breaks the camel's back, it's Pressure, like a drip, drip, drip that'll never stop, whoa Pressure that'll tip, tip, tip 'til you just go pop, whoa, oh, oh Give it to your sister, your sister's older Give her all the heavy things we can't shoulder Who am I if I can't run with the ball? If I fall to Pressure like a grip, grip, grip, and it won't let go, whoa Pressure like a tick, tick, tick 'til it's ready to blow, whoa, oh, oh Give it to your sister, your sister's stronger See if she can hang on a little longer Who am I if I can't carry it all? If I falter Under the surface I hide my nerves, and it worsens, I worry something is gonna hurt us Under the surface The ship doesn't swerve as it heard how big the iceberg is Under the surface I think about my purpose, can I somehow preserve this? Line up the dominoes A light wind blows You try to stop it tumbling But on and on it goes But wait, if I could shake the crushing weight of expectations Would that free some room up for joy Or relaxation, or simple pleasure? Instead, we measure this growing pressure Keeps growing, keep going 'Cause all we know is Pressure like a drip, drip, drip that'll never stop, whoa Pressure that'll tip, tip, tip 'til you just go pop, whoa-oh-oh Give it to your sister, it doesn't hurt, and See if she can handle every family burden Watch as she buckles and bends but never breaks No mistakes, just Pressure like a grip, grip, grip, and it won't let go, whoa Pressure like a tick, tick, tick 'til it's ready to blow, whoa, oh, oh Give it to your sister and never wonder If the same pressure would've pulled you under Who am I if I don't have what it takes? No cracks, no breaks No mistakes, no pressure Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… Your English teacher : ________________________ ………………………… 45


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JANUARY READ IT ALOUD SMK AGAMA SEGAMAT 2023/2024 A formal letter A complaint No. 13, Jalan Landasan, 41300 Klang, Selangor Darul Ehsan. The Manager, New Chemical Factory, 69498,Jalan Landasan, 41300 Klang, Selangor Darul Ehsan. 15 DECEMBER 2017 Sir, River Pollution On behalf of Jalan Landasan residents, I would like to lodge a complaint about your company for creating pollution problems. It has been two weeks since New Chemical Factory was built in our neighbourhood and it brings a lot of environmental problems to us. 2. We were living harmoniously at Jalan Landasan before the New Chemical Factory was built. Many youngsters in our neighbourhood often go to the stream which is a stone's throw away from our housing area to swim and fish. Some of our residents rely on fishing as their side income and now they are suffering from economic hardship. 3. The problems started since the New Chemical Factory was built. The mud and silt from the construction area flowed into the river when it was raining. This slowed down the swift of the river water and turns the river into muddy and shallower. 4. The New Chemical Factory released toxic into the stream and polluted it. The toxic killed the fish and other animals that drinks the river water. This causes unbalancing to the ecosystem. As a result, we cannot fish and swim anymore in the river. The decaying of the dead matter also emit a foul odour! 5. We greatly hope you can take severe actions on your irresponsible workers. The stream still can be saved if you can cooperate with us and we hope this problem could be solved as soon as possible so that it does not affect tranquillity and harmony of our neighbourhood. We will have to complain to the authority if this problem persists. Yours faithfully, Salim (SALIM BIN ABU HANIFA) Name Signature /date Peer : ________________________ ………………………… Teacher : ________________________ ………………………… 47


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