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Practice 1 Short Texts (MCQs) 1 – 9 • Tips and Techniques • Practices 1 – 4 Practice 2 Multiple-Choice Cloze 10 – 16 • Tips and Techniques • Practices 1 – 6 Practice 3 Longer Texts 17 – 30 • Tips and Techniques • Practices 1 – 6 Practice 4 Gapped Text 31 – 39 • Tips and Techniques • Practices 1 – 6 Practice 5 Matching & Information Transfer 40 – 56 • Tips and Techniques • Practices 1 – 8 Practice 6 Short Communicative Message 57 – 60 • Tips and Techniques • Practices 1 – 6 Practice 7 Guided Essay 61 – 67 • Tips and Techniques • Practices 1 – 6 Practice 8 Extended Writing 68 – 76 • Tips and Techniques • Practices 1 – 8 SPM Model Test 77 – 88 Answers A1 – A8 contentS
1 © Penerbitan Pelangi Sdn. Bhd. Part 1 of the English 1119/1 SPM Paper 1, Questions 1 to 8 requires students to answer eight multiple-choice questions based on the short texts given. This set of questions aim to test students’ understanding of the given material. The short texts types include: • News reports • Advertisements • Dialogues • Instructions/Manuals • Notices/Signs • Factual Texts Guidelines: 1. Read through each question quickly to get a gist of what is required of you. 2. Read and study each stimulus/text given carefully. Do it at least twice. 3. Then, read the question again. 4. Highlight the keywords or phrase – this will give you a clue to help you find the answer. 5. Pay attention to words like except/incorrect in the question. 6. Look for the answer in the options given. 7. Analyse the options A, B and C carefully. 8. Remember, options for multiple-choice questions very often look similar. They are written in such a way to try and confuse you. One is the actual answer whilst the other two are distractions. 9. Eliminate the options that you are certain are wrong. 10. Study and look for the best answer. 11. Check your answers before going to the next section. Marks allocated : 8 marks Short Texts (MCQs) Practice READING 1 Tips and Techniques
English Form 4 Part 1 Short Texts (MCQs) © Penerbitan Pelangi Sdn. Bhd. 2 PRACTICE 1 Read the text carefully in each question. Choose the best answer A, B or C. • SPM holders with passes in Bahasa Melayu, English and Maths • Fluent in Mandarin is an added advantage • Competent in using Microsoft Excel and Word • No job experience needed • Daily allowance of RM18.00 • Working hours are from 9.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. • Training will be provided LOOKING FOR A JOB? Here’s an offer for you! Accounts Clerk at Bravometer Sdn. Bhd. 3. Which of the following is true about the job advertisement? A It is suitable for graduates. B It offers training for applicants. C Applicants must be fluent in Malay and English. Love Scams: watch out for these warning signs 1. They contact you out of nowhere, usually using social media platforms. 2. The relationship is moving very fast, they quickly confess their love for you. 3. They try to tell you not to listen to your friends and family. 4. They ask you for money. 5. They say they need the money for urgent situations. 4. Which of the following is true? A The victims are usually well-to-do. B The scammers look for their victims online. C The public must be cautious of their loved ones. KUANTAN: At least three people have been killed and three others severely injured in an early morning accident along Lebuhraya Pantai Timur (LPT). The accident which involved a few cars and motorcycles happened near the exit at around 5.20 a.m. on Saturday. An 18-second video posted on social media shows a few motorcyclists racing along the highway before cutting to parts of the accident when a motorcyclist knocked into the back of a car. 1. Which statement is true about the newspaper article? A The incident occurred at noon. B A rider had hit the rear of a car. C A truck was involved in the accident. Hi Miss Shamini, This is Aisyah. Could you ask my mother to fetch me from the bus station? I wanted to surprise her at the office but I fell and sprained my ankle as I got into the bus. I don’t want to ride a taxi nor the e-hailing service home since no one is there. I tried calling her but her phone is switched off. Thanks. 2. The sender of this message most probably A doesn’t have any money for a taxi. B took the wrong bus. C texted her mother’s secretary.
English Form 4 Part 1 Short Texts (MCQs) 3 © Penerbitan Pelangi Sdn. Bhd. The search and rescue (SAR) team’s K9 dog detection unit has been working tirelessly in the operation to locate victims of the Batang Kali landslide since last week. But, a K9 sniffer dog named Blake, which is an English Springer Spaniel, finally keeled over from exhaustion. The canine passed out after two consecutive days of hard work. 5. Which of the following statement is not true about the passage above? A The SAR mission was to find the landslide victims. B Blake had been working nonstop for a couple of days. C Blake died due to hard work. Hanani : The dress is beautiful but it is pricey. Amiza : I think the price is reasonable because it is a limited edition of a well-known brand. Hanani : Hmm… but I still think RM600 for a dress is ridiculous. My mother will kill me if I buy it. Amiza : Next week is your birthday, right? Let me get you one. 6. From the dialogue, we know that A Amiza’s birthday is around the corner. B the dress is from a famous designer. C Hanani is buying Amiza the dress. After a long day at work, I booked a ride via an e-hailing application. In the car, the driver enquired, “Where to, teacher?” Taken aback with the fact that he had recognised me as a teacher, even though I wasn’t carrying the usual pile of exercise books under my arm, I leaned back and thought, “I must’ve a distinctive air, an aura or a special intellectual touch.” “How did you know I’m a teacher?” I asked. “You are covered in chalk,” he replied nonchalantly. 7. The expression ‘taken aback’ means A Angered B Surprised C Embarrassed Greasy French fries, salted corn chips, oily fish crackers – these junk food items have such a bad reputation that they usually cannot be consumed without an ample serving of guilt. Now, these guilt-laden pleasures are being cast in an even more lethal light due to mounting evidence which could link fried food to cancer. 8. According to the text above, eating fried food is dangerous because you could A get cancer. B feel guilty. C get a bad reputation.
English Form 4 Part 1 Short Texts (MCQs) © Penerbitan Pelangi Sdn. Bhd. 4 PRACTICE 2 Read the text carefully in each question. Choose the best answer A, B or C. 5 Importance of Listening • Listening is our primary communication activity • Critical for career advancement • Most frequently used communication skill • Inefficient listening is extraordinarily costly • Helps gain new knowledge 3. Which statement is not true based on the text? A Listening is important for occupational development. B Listening is the most used communication skill. C Listening helps to widen your network. Dear Arsyad, The other day I went to a beach for a picnic but I was rather shocked. The beach area where families would usually sit had lost its charm because of rubbish. It really upset us to find the surrounding was littered with rubbish while there were many bins allocated. Frustrated cousin 4. What is the purpose of the message? A To share his picnic experience at the beach. B To condemn the local authority for the situation. C To express his disappointment with the condition at the waterfall. Among the surprising findings of the past decade is that weight training can reverse some effects of ageing. Other proven benefits of it are it increases strength, helps restore bone density and diminishes knee pain from arthritis. 1. Based on the excerpt, what is the ‘surprising finding’ about weight training? A It slows down ageing. B It reduces bone density. C It can heal arthritis and knee pain. ATTENTION! This is a special announcement. We regret to inform that due to the flash flood in Bangsar, the south bound ETS services have been suspended until further notice. 2. From the notice, we know that A the ETS services have caused the flash flood. B the ETS services are temporarily on hold. C the ETS services will resume in a couple of days.
English Form 4 Part 1 Short Texts (MCQs) 5 © Penerbitan Pelangi Sdn. Bhd. BFM News (@NewsBFM) Transport Minister Anthony Loke has asked Batik Air (formerly Malindo Air) to reach out to all passengers who were affected by the 8-hour delay for a Kuching-bound flight. Passengers were reportedly stranded at KLIA on the night of Dec 24, Friday. 12:14 PM Dec 27, 2024 from Petaling, Selangor Twitter 7. The tweet tells us that A Transport Minister has asked all passengers to contact Batik Air. B all the passengers were stuck at the airport on Friday night. C a flight from Kuching was delayed for 8 hours. Malam Jabba is home to Swat’s famous ski resort is located at an elevation of 2,804 meters (9,199 ft) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. There are breathtaking mountains, picturesque valleys, lush green forests, and other natural attractions in Malam Jabba. Apart from its natural beauty, Malam Jabba is home to the longest ski resort in Pakistan. This place is also the core of winter sports festivals in Pakistan. The unique holiday hill station is also very famous for trekking, hiking, backpacking and camping, as well as family holidays. 8. From the passage, what does the word ‘core’ mean? A hub B support C reference 5 FUN FACTS ABOUT FOOD 1. Applesauce was the first food eaten in space. 2. Cucumbers are 95% water. 3. Pineapple plants can take two to three years to produce a fruit. 4. Cotton candy was invented by a dentist. How irony! 5. Lemons float but limes sink. 5. Which statement is true about the information above? A It takes a couple of years to plant a pineapple plant. B In water, you can see lemons on the surface. C Apple is the first food served in space. Thirdhand Smoke Harms People Even After Smoking Stops Thirdhand smoke (THS) is a term used to describe the residual contamination from tobacco smoke that lingers in rooms long after smoking stops and remains on our clothes after we leave a smoky place. It may seem merely like an offensive smell, but it is also indicative of the presence of tobacco toxins. A 2002 study found that these toxic brews can then re-emit back into the air and recombine to form harmful compounds that remain at high levels long after smoking has stopped occurring. 6. According to the information about thirdhand smoke, we can conclude that A no tobacco toxin is found in third-hand smoke. B the smell from third-hand smoke is not dangerous. C third-hand smoke will still linger even when smoking stops.
English Form 4 Part 1 Short Texts (MCQs) © Penerbitan Pelangi Sdn. Bhd. 6 The protein in eggs is the highest quality protein found in any food. Eggs contain lutein and zeaxanthin for eye health. They also contain amino acids tryptophan and tyrosine which have potent antioxidant properties to help prevent cardiovascular disease and cancer. Besides that, they have naturally occurring vitamin B12 and choline which is an essential nutrient that aids fetal brain development and helps prevent birth defect. 1. Which is the best title for the above text? A Ways to Ensure Eggs Are Fresh B Eggs are Health Food C Egg Nutrition Social Media for Teens Advantage Disadvantage • Share ideas with friends • Learn about culture of different communities • Develop real world skills to become more independent • Spending too much time online causes disconnect with the real world • Being the victim of online bullying • Personal information being shared online 2. Which of the following is one of the disadvantages of social media? A Sharing of ideas with people of the same interest group. B Spending long hours playing online games. C Buy and sell things online. On 18 August 2018, the world mourned the passing of Kofi Annan, former United Nations Secretary-General and Nobel Peace laureate, who championed the importance of economic, social and environmental sustainability and fought throughout his life for a fairer and more peaceful world. Annan was 80 when he died and was hailed as humanity’s best example, the epitome of human decency and grace. 3. Another word for championed is A misplaced B advocated C acquired PARIS: A major fire has engulfed the medieval cathedral of Notre-Dame in Paris, one of France’s most famous landmarks. The 850-year old Gothic building’s spire and roof have collapsed but the main structure, including the bell towers, have been saved, officials say. Firefighters are still working to contain the blaze as teams try to salvage the artwork stored inside. Thousands of people gathered in the streets around the cathedral, observing the flames in silence. 4. From the news, we know that A the artwork have been saved. B the building is more than eight centuries old. C the fire has totally burnt down the building. PRACTICE 3 Read the text carefully in each question. Choose the best answer A, B or C.
English Form 4 Part 1 Short Texts (MCQs) 7 © Penerbitan Pelangi Sdn. Bhd. The Pulau Payar Marine Park is located to the south of the main island of Langkawi is home to a cluster of four islands. These islands are Pulau Payar, Pulau Segantang, Pulau Lembu and Pulau Kaca. They happen to be the only spot to snorkel and dive and at the same time experience the beauty of the coral reef and marine life in this part of the coast. Visitors generally stay the day via tour groups that depart from the Kuah Jetty in Langkawi or alternatively, from Penang on a two-hour ferry ride. 5. According to this text, A the biggest island is Pulau Payar. B the marine park is in Langkawi island. C the only way to get to the park is by taking a ferry. Save for a Rainy Day KUALA LUMPUR, Monday: Recently, there has been an increase in the prices of household necessities. Consumers are advised to spend wisely and buy only what is needed. All families should also put aside an emergency fund for unexpected situations. 6. From the newspaper report, we can conclude that A spending wisely will help us when it rains. B there has been an increase in household emergencies. C the rainy season is causing the price of household necessities to go up. In Japan, Artificial Intelligence (AI) are replacing office workers. Office workers are being replaced by AI system that possesses cognitive technology that can think like a human, making it able to analyse and interpret data including text, images, audio and video. This technology will be able to read tens of thousands of medical reports and calculate payouts for insurance companies. According to a report by Nomura Research Institute, nearly half of all jobs in Japan could be performed by robots by 2035. 7. What is one concern if the above technology is used? A Robots are more efficient. B More people will be jobless. C Companies will have higher profit. MALAYSIAN CHINESE MUSEUM Visit the first Malaysian Chinese Museum at Wisma Huazong, Seri Kembangan which chronicles the history and lives of the Chinese community. The museum has more than 10,000 precious historical items and information, documents and pictures to present the contributions the Chinese have made to Malaysia. Opening hours: 9.30 a.m. – 5.00 p.m. (closed on Mondays, except public holidays) Entrance fee: RM20 (Seniors aged 65 and above) RM10 & students RM5 Location: 1st Floor Wisma Huazong. Lebuhraya Sungai Besi, Seri Kembangan, Selangor. 8. The main purpose of the notice is to A inform the public about the existence of the museum. B advise the public about the visiting hours. C update the information on the museum.
English Form 4 Part 1 Short Texts (MCQs) © Penerbitan Pelangi Sdn. Bhd. 8 TRESPASSERS WILL BE FINED AND/OR JAILED 1. From the sign above, we know that A trespassers must pay a fine to enter. B offenders who are fined will not be jailed. C no one is allowed to enter without permission. The residents of Taman Intan have been living with water disruption for the past one year. They claimed that their problem started with the construction of the new apartments in the area. The water disruption has disturbed the lives of all residents in Taman Intan. The residents want the local government to look into their grievances and to find a solution to their woes. 2. What do residents want the government to do? A To restore water supply B To build more water pipes C To sue the construction company Get set for the Borneo Jazz Festival, in Miri, Sarawak which will run on May 9 and 10. Previously known as the Miri International Jazz Festival, the event will see an enchanting fusion of music and adventure enhanced by exhilarating performances. This year’s line-up includes those who have really made it big in the world of jazz, including Iris, an ethno-jazz band from California; an all-male acappella musical group from Hawaii; and the famous Violet ballet from Austria. 3. The main purpose of the advertisement is A to introduce the festival B to promote the festival to the public C to encourage the public to visit Miri KUALA LUMPUR CYCLING FOR CHARITY Location : Dataran Merdeka Event Date : 14 March 2024 (Sunday) Time : 7 a.m. Distance : 30 km To register Online registration : www.klcyclingcharity.com Call : 03-2027 2031 Remember to bookmark this event! Share • Mail • Whatsapp • Facebook • Messenger • WeChat 4. From the notice, we know that A we can share the information on Instagram. B we can register through Whatsapp. C the event is held in Kuala Lumpur. Since its inception in 1989, the National Elephant Conservation Centre has been dedicated to saving, rehabilitating, and relocating elephants for safer habitats. A popular location for tourists thanks to the unique opportunity to feed and bathe elephants, the centre puts its popularity to good use by constantly working to raise awareness of the importance of elephant conservation in Malaysia. 5. Which of the following words is the closest in meaning to the word dedicated? A granted B fanatical C committed PRACTICE 4 Read the text carefully in each question. Choose the best answer A, B or C.
English Form 4 Part 1 Short Texts (MCQs) 9 © Penerbitan Pelangi Sdn. Bhd. ‹ Suria 5G 7.16 100% Hi, Nani. 7.05 pm Thanks, Nani. 7.15 pm Do you know what we are supposed to bring for Art class this Thursday? 7.10 pm Hi, Suria. What’s up? 7.07 pm You’re welcome. 7.16 pm Yes, I do. En Helmi wants us to bring some magazines, glue and scissors. 7.12 pm 6. Based on the text message, A Suria did not go to school that day. B Suria wants to know how Nani is doing. C Suria wanted some information from Nani. Australia: The country has been battling its worst bushfire season, with fires killing 29 people and destroying thousands of homes. Officials say that the threat from fires is far from over despite cooler weather. Firefighters are preparing to use the week of calmer conditions to contain the most volatile parts of bushfires that are threatening private property and destroying large areas of national parks in Victoria and New South Wales. In New South Wales, around 18 bushfires are still not contained with one fire declared as ‘emergency level’. 7. From the newspaper extract above, we know that the bushfires A are an on-going threat in Australia. B have eased due to cooler weather. C are caused by wind directions. FLY TO TOKYO CONTEST! Winners get TWO flight tickets to Tokyo! 10 amazing prizes to be won! Join the contest now! Subscribe to elifestyle-magazine for a minimum of 12 months. Visit elifestyle.com.my for more information. Closing date: 28 February 2024 Terms and conditions apply. 8. From the advertisement above, customers can join the contest A by reading the terms and conditions of the contest B by subscribing the electronic magazine C latest by 27 February 2023
We still like to live under and near trees, so we keep them handy. Landscaped city parks, tree-lined highways and backyard plantings do not replace world’s old-growth forest. 1. What does the phrase keep them handy mean? A use their hands B save our earth C make them useful When I went to the pharmacy, my grandmother asked me to buy her a specific type of vitamin to help strengthen memory. A few months after that, I asked her if she needed some more, as the one I had bought earlier was most likely finished. “No, that’s OK,” she replied. “I still have enough left.” When I asked her why, she said, “Oh, I’m always forgetting to take it.” COMPREHENSION 1 HOUR 30 MINUTES PAPER 1 Part 1 Questions 1 to 8 are based on the given stimuli. Read the text carefully in each question. Choose the best answer A, B or C. For each question, mark the correct answer A, B or C on your answer sheet. 2. From the story, we know that the grandmother is A concerned B forgetful C thrifty Air pollution in Malaysia falls into three main categories: air pollution due to exhaust gas from motor vehicles emission especially in urban areas; haze caused by the weather and by forest fires in neighbouring Indonesia; and pollution caused by industrial activities. 3. Which of the following statements is true? A Industrial activities in urban areas cause air pollution. B The only factor causing haze is wildfire in Indonesia. C Motor vehicles releasing exhaust gas is one of the causes of air pollution. SPM Model Test 100 77 © Penerbitan Pelangi Sdn. Bhd.
LISBON – Portugal made history by running for four days in a row on renewable energy alone. The entire country was powered by wind, solar and hydro-generated electricity from 7th to 11th May 2016. 4. Which of the following is not the renewable source of energy mentioned in the newspaper article? A Oxygen B Water C Sun Leonardo DiCaprio won an Oscar award for Best Actor in February 2016 and mentioned climate change in his speech, “Climate change is real and it’s happening right now.” 5. Why do you think the actor mentioned climate change in his speech? A To educate the public about its danger B To congratulate others C To show sympathy As a nurse at the Cancer Centre in Manchester, England, Linda Jackson tried hard to get one patient to open up. But the patient, Patricia, usually tried to avoid conversation – unless it was about her seven-year-old son, George. 6. The phrase open up refers to A perform a surgery B take off the bandage C talk and share problems or stories KLINIK NOOR HAJAR Zatilakhmar Zainal Tacrolimus 1mg Cap (ACC) Filled: 28/02/2024 Qty: 90 Use by: 28/02/2026 Take 1 capsule by mouth in the morning and 2 capsules in the evening. CAUTION: The transfer of this drug is prohibited to any person other than the patient for whom it was prescribed. 7. Which is true about the prescription above? A The medicine expires in 1 year. B The medicine must be consumed 2 times a day. C Other people than the patient can consume the medicine. “Health is a state of complete mental, social and physical well-being, not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” – World Health Organization, 1948 8. What is the message behind the quote above? A A healthy person is not only free from sickness B A healthy person is completely mental C A healthy person must be absent English Form 4 Assessment Test © Penerbitan Pelangi Sdn. Bhd. 78
Part 2 Questions 9 to 18 are based on the following passage. Read the text below and choose the best word for each space. For each question, mark the correct letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet. The Wetlands The Nike Air Zoom Pulse is a shoe for everyday heroes: nurses, doctors, home health providers and others who work (0) tirelessly to support patients. Product testing and medical-worker insights – those on-the-ground athletes – took placeat OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital located in Portland, Oregon. During the sessions, thedesigners of the Air Zoom Pulse learned the rigors of these health-care (9) day-to-day efforts. Nurses, for example, walk (10) six to eight kilometres and sit for less than an hour during the course of a 12-hour shift. The work is physically and mentally demanding. The design for the Air Zoom Pulse tackles those challenges with (11) in mind. The shoe is easy to get on and off, and equally simple to clean. The fit, cushioning and traction systems (12) together to secure the foot in all hospital conditions. The design (13) a range of medical-worker-specific challenges. How can a shoe be both comfortable for long stretches of standing and versatile enough to support the hurried movements required (14) emergency situations? The answer comes through the Pulse’s full-rubber outsole, a flexible drop-in midsole with Zoom Air heel unit and a heel fit so secure, it feels like a soft, cosy hug. One can (15) of the Air Zoom Pulse as almost a traditional pattern made athletic – all the arch and posture support of that industry favourite is improved in the Pulse, with a smooth capacity for (16) motion. And, of course, the shoe is also fabricated for the unexpected uniqueness of life in the hospital. The coated toe box protects against any type of fall. Smooth surfaces present (17) unique challenge when designing for spills as well, and the shoe’s traction pattern solves for this (18) removing closed cells. (Adapted from https://news.nike.com/news/nike-air-zoom-pulse) English Form 4 Assessment Test 79 © Penerbitan Pelangi Sdn. Bhd.
0. A tired B tiring C tireless D tirelessly 9. A worker B worker’s C workers D workers’ 10. A continuously B unexpectedly C approximately D unnecessarily 11. A simple B simplify C simpleton D simplicity 12. A work B works C worked D working 13. A confront B confronts C confronted D confronting 14. A on B at C in D of 15. A think B thinks C thinking D thought 16. A nature B natures C natural D naturally 17. A a B an C the D – 18. A by B for C from D to Part 3 Questions 19 to 26 are based on the following passage. You are going to read an extract from an article. For questions 19 to 26, choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D) and mark the correct letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet. Since nursing school, knowing that I fear seeing people dying, I dreaded being assigned in the Emergency Room (ER), the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and including the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Fast-forward when I earned my license and was hired to work, I was asked what area I’d like to be assigned to at, with all my heart I answered that I would work with patients in a ward. Four years of nursing school, and as ridiculous as it may sound, I still hadn’t overcome my fear of death. It had to be that I empathised so much that I always put myself in the shoes of others. The thought and the fact of seeing other people grieve affected me deeply. That was why I chose to work with patients in a ward. Here you get to talk and know the stories of your patients better and most of the time, you get to admit and see them recover — all prep to be discharged. Until this one fateful day where I admitted an 83-year-old patient with pneumonia. His daughters and grandchildren fondly called him “Grandpapa,” but we called him Mr. Smith. From what I learned, he was previously a pastor and had lost his wife a year before. Two days after his admission, Mr. Smith was moved to the ICU. Then for the short time he recovered, he was trammed out and was put in a regular ward under my care for the following days. Unlike other patients, Mr. Smith was bedridden and in need of total assistance. As his nurse on duty, I did my best to care for this delicate patient. I always did my best to provide the best possible care for my patients but knowing the condition of Mr. Smith was, I knew I had to kick my nursing care up a notch. Shift after shift I could see him recover a bit but sadly, he was deteriorating especially during the fourth day. I was checking the patency of his vitals when I noticed Mr. Smith’s breathing stopped for about five seconds of apnea and followed by a series of rapid breaths. I shook my head English Form 4 Assessment Test © Penerbitan Pelangi Sdn. Bhd. 80
as I knew that this pattern was abnormal. So, I got up and quickly called the attention of the resident on duty (ROD) to further assess the patient’s status. We were able to stabilise Mr. Smith for the next hour when he started declining again. His pulse plummeted down and just in time, the patient’s pulmonologist came and asked to have the emergency cart put on standby. Another hour passed and the patient’s oxygen saturation was falling fast. I hurriedly called the attention of the RODs. While I was doing my best to help them, I uttered a prayer wanting Mr. Smith to live. I was praying for a miracle! I wanted to believe that death is inevitable as it is, but can still be avoided. Unfortunately, this time around it was not. The exhausted ROD looked at her wrist and I was downhearted with the next words she said: “Time of death: 8:50 p.m.” Mr. Smith died in front of me. Then and there, I started hearing the cries of his daughters. I wanted to process everything that happened but I couldn’t seem to think of anything else during that moment. I kept myself steady and moved away to give the lamenting family time with their Grandpapa. Without realising, a single tear came falling from my eyes, then another and then another until I just couldn’t help it. I went out of the room and went straight to the station’s comfort room and there I sat down and burst into tears. I hadn’t slept well that night. I was still thinking of Mr. Smith and how I could have saved him. A week after, Mr. Smith’s daughters came back to the hospital with a box of chocolates for the staff. One of her daughters came to me to personally thank me and gave me a much-needed hug. In the end, I came to the realisation that death is indeed a part of life. And despite everything you’ve done, there are still things that will not go according to what you’ve planned. Life goes on. Adapted from https://nurseslabs.com/my-first-heartbreak-as-a-nurse/ 19. In paragraph 1, why did the writer want to work with patients in a ward? A She hated the work in ER, ICU and NICU. B She was scared of seeing people dying. C She earned her license. D She was hired. 20. In paragraph 2, what was the writer’s expectation when she chose to work in a ward? A To overcome her fear of death. B To put herself in other’s shoes. C To see other people’s grievance. D To see people recover and discharged. 21. From paragraph 3, which word means ‘to have improved health’? A fateful C admission B fondly D recovered 22. From paragraph 4, which word means ‘becoming worse’? A bedridden C condition B delicate D deteriorating 23. Which word in paragraph 5 carries the same meaning as ‘recuperate’? A concern C recover B severe D prolong English Form 4 Assessment Test 81 © Penerbitan Pelangi Sdn. Bhd.
24. In paragraph 6, what did the writer pray for that she knew was unavoidable? A She prayed to do her best. B She prayed that death was inevitable. C She prayed that Mr. Smith would not die. D She prayed that death couldn’t be prevented. 25. From paragraph 7, why did you think the writer went to the comfort room? A She didn’t want other people to see her cry. B She didn’t want to see Mr. Smith’s family. C She wanted to comfort herself. D She wanted to take a break. 26. From paragraph 8, why did Mr. Smith’s family brought a box of chocolate for the staff? A To show generosity C To show sadness B To show gratitude D To share happiness Part 4 Questions 27 to 32 are based on an article about mental health. Six sentences have been removed from the article. Choose from the sentences A to H the one which fits each gap (27 to 32). There are two extra sentences which you do not need to use. Mental Health As opposed to physical health, issues pertaining to mental health are not something we can see with our bare eyes. (27) Among the signs and symptoms of people having mental problems are prolonged sad feeling, confused thinking or reduced ability to concentrate and withdrawal from friends and activities. Besides that, a person would also experience significant tiredness, extreme mood changes and excessive worries or fears. When dealing with people having mental issues, it is important to provide an open and nonjudgmental space with no distractions. (28) Once an open space is provided, theywill lead the discussion at their own pace. We shouldn’t put pressure on them to tell everything they are not ready to talk about. (29) Apart from that, be careful not to make assumptions about what is wrong or jump in too quickly with our own diagnosis or solutions. This is especially when we are not a medical expert nor a trained counsellor. (30) We don’t have to agree with what they are saying, but by showing we understand how they feel, we are letting them know we respect their feelings. What’s also good is to talk about ways of de-stressing or practicing self-care. People suffering from mental issues can try exercising or have a healthy diet besides getting a good night sleep. (31) It takes every member of the society to play their role to help people with mental illness. (32) It is important to educate the public on the signs of mental issues and ways to deal with people suffering from it. English Form 4 Assessment Test © Penerbitan Pelangi Sdn. Bhd. 82
A. Passing judgment without understanding their condition will only make things worse. B. Whenever they talk to us, always repeat what they have said to ensure we have understood it properly. C. It takes a careful observation to tell if someone we know is suffering from mental illness. D. Those who suffer from mental illness need the support from people surrounding them. E. Making unnecessary judgment towards them would only make them become reclusive and isolated. F. Having a suicidal thought is an instance of having a mental issue. G. This is because talking takes a lot of trust and courage for them. H. This can help protect their mental health and sustain wellbeing. Part 5 Questions 33 to 40 are based on the following texts. Read the brochure below and answer the questions that follow. School Holiday Programme PROTECT AND PRESERVE THE ENVIRONMENT Spend your school holiday gainfully by helping the Earth Lover Society to save the planet! Choose any of the activities below to register, or better, join them all! It’s absolutely free of charge and you’ll bring home invaluable experience! A Tree Planting Project Date: 27th May 2024 Venue: Mayor’s Office, Kuala Lumpur Let’s grow more trees by planting them around KL. This collaborative project with the mayor’s office allows us to plant more than 100 trees in a few designated areas in the heart of Kuala Lumpur. These trees will grow and make KL the most shaded city in the world. All participants will be getting a free t-shirt. If you’re interested, please call 03-41310228 to register. B Upcycling Workshop Date: 28th May 2024 Venue: Earth Lover Society Head Office Do you know what’s better than recycling? Upcycling! It’s turning waste products into something more useful than they originally are. In this workshop, participants will be able to create their own upcycled products which they can either donate or bring home. Bring your own waste products to upcycle. To register, log on to www.upcycleisthebest.edu. my C Beach Clean-up Event Date: 29th May 2024 Venue: Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan Isn’t it fun to go on a field trip to the beach? There, we will be cleaning up the beach by collecting rubbish especially plastic and aluminium. Volunteers then get to enjoy their time swimming in the ocean as a reward. To join this event, register with Encik Azzam at 012-9002202. Limited to 30 participants. D Energy Saving Workshop Date: 30th May 2024 Venue: Petrosains, KLCC Learn how to conserve energy in this workshop which will be conducted by the volunteers at Petrosains. You will be astounded by how easy it is ordinary people like us can help save the planet through energy saving. Only limited to the first 40 participants. Register now at www.earthlover.my English Form 4 Assessment Test 83 © Penerbitan Pelangi Sdn. Bhd.
E “Let’s Cycle” Campaign Date: 31st May 2024 Venue: Earth Lover Society Head Office We will be collaborating with KL Cyclist Club who will let us use 100 of their bicycles for this campaign. We will be touring Kuala Lumpur to spread awareness on the benefits of cycling which can reduce the gas emission. Those with their own bicycles are most welcome to join. The more the merrier! For more information, contact Encik Azzam at 012- 9002202 today. F Zero Waste Exhibition Date: 2nd – 4th June 2024 Venue: Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre Be an exhibitor and educate the public on how to live a zero-waste lifestyle! Allowances provided for volunteers who participate as exhibitors. There will be performances, talks and demonstrations on recycling waste products. Volunteers need to attend briefing session. Those interested may contact Mr. Zulfadhli at 013-6959493. Questions 33 to 36 Which paragraph (A – F) describes the school holiday activity by the Earth Lover Society? For each question, mark your answer on the sheet. Statement Paragraph 33. Fairus wants to experience an outdoor conservation activity which involves cleaning. 34. Learn how to make something more useful than it initially is in this activity. 35. A school holiday activity which allows participants to gain some allowance. 36. Lily intends to spread awareness on cleaner city air. Questions 37 to 40 Complete the notes below using information from the text. Choose no more than one word from the passage for each answer. Fill in the blanks with the correct answer. What We Know About Favourite Sports • Dzariff wants to join the Energy Saving Workshop. He must be present at (37) on 30 May 2024. • If Umar participates in the Upcycling Workshop, he gets to bring home or (38) his upcycled products. • Melvin wanted to join the Beach Clean-up Event but was told that it is full house because it is (39) to 30 participants only. • Sara Bainu is a cyclist and wishes to be part of the “Let’s Cycle” Campaign because she wants to spread (40) on the benefits of cycling. English Form 4 Assessment Test © Penerbitan Pelangi Sdn. Bhd. 84
WRITING 1 HOUR 30 MINUTES PAPER 2 Part 1 (20 marks) You must answer this question. Question 1 You received an email from your schoolmate about planning annual dinner. Dear Hasnah, I am writing to request your assistance in planning the annual dinner for our school prefects. As you know, this is a highly anticipated event and we would like to make it as memorable and enjoyable as possible. Can you share any suggestions for venues? What kind of menu would be great for this event? Any recommendations for activities? We would like to create an atmosphere that is both festive and comfortable, while also being affordable. I would appreciate your prompt reply as we are working on a tight timeline. Thank you in advance for your help. Best regards, Kelly English Form 4 Assessment Test 85 © Penerbitan Pelangi Sdn. Bhd.
Write an email to your classmate in about 80 words. Write your answer below. To: [email protected] Subject: Suggestions on Annual Dinner for School Prefects English Form 4 Assessment Test © Penerbitan Pelangi Sdn. Bhd. 86
Part 2 (20 marks) You must answer this question. Question 2 Your class has been discussing the importance of technology in our daily lives. Your teacher has asked you to write an essay on it. In your essay, you should write about: • the advantages of technology • how technology helps in our daily chores • the potential impact of technology on our future Use all the notes above and give reasons for your point of view. Write your answer in 125 – 150 words in an appropriate style. English Form 4 Assessment Test 87 © Penerbitan Pelangi Sdn. Bhd.
Part 3 (20 marks) There are three questions in this part. Answer one question. Write your answer in 200 – 250 words in an appropriate style on this question paper. Question 3 You saw this notice on online portal. Did you buy a new gadget recently? Write a review about your experience using the gadget. Share with us what is your gadget. Tell us your opinion about the price and the features of the gadget. Would you recommend the gadget to others? Write a Review! Write your review. OR Question 4 You saw this notice at the school’s library. Conserve our Environment • Why environmental conservation is important ? • How youth contributes in environmental conservation? • What are the roles of youth in conserving the environment? Write us an article answering these questions. The best article will be displayed on the school magazine. Articles wanted! Write your article. OR Question 5 Describe a memorable experience you had in your hometown in Malaysia and how it has shaped you as a person. The story must begin with the following words: One memorable experience I had... Your story should include: • an unforgettable event you experience in your hometown • how such experience makes you a better person Write your story. English Form 4 Assessment Test © Penerbitan Pelangi Sdn. Bhd. 88
A1 © Penerbitan Pelangi Sdn. Bhd. Short Texts (MCQs) Practice READING 1 PRACTICE 1 1. B 2. C 3. B 4. B 5. C 6. B 7. B 8. A PRACTICE 2 1. A 2. B 3. C 4. A 5. B 6. C 7. B 8. A PRACTICE 3 1. C 2. B 3. B 4. B 5. C 6. B 7. B 8. A PRACTICE 4 1. C 2. A 3. B 4. C 5. C 6. C 7. A 8. B Multiple-Choice Cloze Practice READING 2 PRACTICE 1 1. C 2. A 3. B 4. C 5. D 6. B 7. A 8. C 9. D 10. D PRACTICE 2 1. A 2. D 3. A 4. B 5. C 6. B 7. D 8. C 9. A 10. D PRACTICE 3 1. B 2. A 3. D 4. C 5. D 6. D 7. C 8. B 9. A 10. C PRACTICE 4 1. C 2. A 3. D 4. B 5. C 6. D 7. A 8. B 9. C 10. D PRACTICE 5 1. D 2. A 3. C 4. B 5. B 6. A 7. D 8. C 9. B 10. D PRACTICE 6 1. D 2. C ANSWERS
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