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Table of Content Content Page Table of content 1 Introduction to MUET Speaking Test 2 - 5 Useful Expression 6 – 8 Youth & Issues Related to Young People 9 - 12 People & Their Qualities 13 - 19 Career 20 – 25 Education 26 – 34 Social Issues 35 – 39 Family, Parenting & Marriage 40 – 44 ICT / Science & Technology 45 – 47 Leisure & Pastimes 48 – 52 Sports 53 Tourism 54 - 57 Health 58 - 63 Business & Entrepreneurship 64 – 67 Financial Awareness & Consumerism 68 - 70 Environment 71 - 72 Lifestyle, Culture & Tradition in Malaysia 73 - 77 All right reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without prior permission of the Copyright owner.
1. YOUTH & ISSUES RELATED TO YOUNG PEOPLE 2014 July People face many challenges in life. What are some of these challenges? 1. Preparing for final exams 2. Coping with the loss of a family member 3. Making a career choice 4. Learning to be independent 2014 July Life poses a number of challenges to young people today. What are some of these challenges? 1. To have enough money to spend 2. To obtain a job that one likes 3. To be well-informed of current affairs 4. To maintain traditional values in the modern world. 2016 March Growing up can be difficult. What are these difficulties? 1. Getting people to understand us 2. Meeting the expectations of others 3. Coping with disappointments 4. Learning to live within our means 2013 Mid Youths have to learn to cope with stress from all levels. What are some of sources of stress youth face? 1. The need to do well academically 2. The need to have enough money to spend 3.The need to meet the expectation of others 4. The need to manage personal relationships.
2005 Mid Young people often have stress or tension in their lives. Recommend ways in which youths can reduce stress or tension. 1. Talking to friends 2. Exercising regularly 3. Getting involved in social work 4. Watching television 2016 End There are many challenges in life. How can we deal with these challenges? 1. Being able to handle stress well 2. Being able to accept differences 3. Being able to adapt to changes 4. Being able to persevere 2019 Nov University life can be challenging. What are some of the ways to cope with these challenges? 1. To have proper time management 2. To manage your finances 3. To make full use of university resources 4. To have good relationships with others 2022 S1P1 Studying in a new environment bring challenges to some people. What would be some of these challenges? 1. Making new friends 2. Using your time well 3. Protecting yourself 4. Using money carefully
2016 July Some people feel very homesick when are away from families. There are many ways of coping with homesickness. What are some of these? 1. Make new friends 2. Keep yourself busy 3. Travel to new places 4. Keep in touch with people at home 2011 End Students face many challenges when studying abroad. What are some of these challenges? 1. Homesickness 2. Language barrier 3. Financial aid 4. Cultural differences 2012 July Your college is organising a youth seminar. You are invited to submit some relevant topics for the youth seminar. 1. Graduating with a degree can help one's future 2. Young people should serve their community 3. The importance of teamwork 4. Being optimistic 2010 End Your school or college is planning for a talk for young people. You have been asked to suggest a suitable topic for the talk. 1. How to manage stress 2. How to plan for your future 3. How to be a better person 4. How to be a good Malaysian
2022 S1P2 Stress is common among students as they face many challenges to do well academically. What is the main cause for students to become stressed? 1. Poor habit 2. Poor time management 3. Pressure from society 4. Competition with peers 5. Pressure from parents 2017 July You are reaching a point in your life where you want a major change. Suggest some changes. 1. A change in appearance 2. A change in occupation 3. A change in place of living 4. A change in lifestyle Terms Synonyms / definition / Words related Challenges Arduous situation Crisis / Ordeal/ Trouble / Tragedy/ Fear Problems / Tough time / Failures / Disappointment Difficulties / barriers / obstacles / Deal with challenges To overcome / Cope / To handle To respond / Manage Control the situation To tackle / to face / to fix a problem
3. CAREER 2017 July It is important for young people to have goals in life. What are some of the important goals? 1. To achieve the best academic results 2. To have a successful career 3. To enjoy a healthy life 4. To have a happy family 2016 Nov Getting the job that you want requires effort and planning. What preparation can you make as a student? 1. Obtain good academic results 2. Get more information about the job 3. Get practical experience related to the job 4. Improve your communication skills. 2017 July There are many ways to prepare yourself to get a job in the future. Suggest one way 1. Get a temporary job while studying 2. Take part in community projects in college 3. Keep ourselves informed of the latest trends in the job market 4. Attend workshops to develop useful skills 2010 End You are preparing for your first job interview. There are many things that you should do. What are some of these? 1. Get information about the job 2. Obtain information about the organisation 3. Dress appropriately for the interview 4. Improve on your communication skills
2016 End You and your friends are talking about how to make the right career choice. Suggest some ideas. 1. Choose a career which allow you to use what you have learnt 2. Choose a career which enables you to earn the most 3. Choose a career which allows you to do what you enjoy most 4. Choose a career which enables you to help others 2007 End You and your friends are discussing the factors that influence the right career choice 1. The job must pay well 2. The job must enable you to meet people 3. The job must enable you to contribute to society 4. The job must be challenging 2022 S3P1 Everyone has different reasons when choosing a job. What are the factors to be considered when choosing a job? 1. Location 2. Salary 3. Working hours 4. Facilities 2022 S3P2 It is very important for students to choose the right career. How can universities provide better career guidance for students? 1. Career guidance advisers 2. Internship programmes 3. Have relevant clubs 4. Professional courses 5. Talks by professionals
2011 End A lot of graduates have difficulty in getting a job. What are the options available to graduates who cannot find employment? 1. Start their own business 2. Look for job overseas 3. offer to work for minimal pay to gain experience 4. Further their studies Interesting Career Options 2012 Mid There are many interesting career choices for young people. What are some of these? 1. To be an artiste 2. To be a fashion designer 3.To be a chef 4. To be a flight attendant 2020 S2 There are many exciting occupations nowadays. What are some of them? 1. An entertainer 2. A professional sportsman 3. A celebrity chef 4. A travel journalist 2017 March Nowadays, young people have more options in their choice of careers. What are some interesting career options? 1. A career in music 2. A career in sports and recreation 3. A career in art and design 4. A career in multimedia
Words Synonyms / words related to career Career Profession / Occupation / Job Employment: Employee / Employer Blue-collar worker / Labour Industrial revolution 4.0 Career growth Life- work balance Skill advancement / Career advancement Professionalism / Leadership responsibility Soft Skills Communication skills (Clear communication & Good listening skills) Problem solving & Decisiveness / Assertiveness Leadership & Responsibility Flexibility, Adaptability & Teamwork Negotiation and conflict resolution Emotional intelligence & Empathy Self- motivation / Positive attitude / Enthusiasm / Confidence/ Work ethic Ability to work under pressure & Openness to feedback Time management / Creative thinking / Networking Employee benefits Financial: Pay raise, Allowances, Bonus, Retirement plan, Health: Insurance, Gym membership / sport facilities, Social security: Benefits & Employees’ Rights Recognition: Achievement awards & Appreciation Personal Development: Professional development & Scholarships Stress at workplace Job stress / burnout / Exhaustion Low salary Excessive workload Lack of social support Conflicting demands / Unclear performance expectation 3Ds work Dirty: Intensive /excessive physical work Dangerous : hazardous working environment Difficult / demanding / Demeaning : Harsh environment & Low wages
11. HEALTH 2017 July It is important for young people to have goals in life. What are some of the important goals? 1. To achieve the best academic results 2. To have a successful career 3. To enjoy a healthy life 4. To have a happy family 2022 S1P2 It is important to encourage children to be healthy from young. Discuss the factors that influence children’s attitude towards health. 1. Family members 2. Media 3. Friends 4. Celebrities 5. Education 2012 Mid Obesity among school children is a matter of great concern nowadays. Who can help to prevent obesity? 1. Parents 2. Schools 3. Friends 4. The mass media 2014 March There is a need to promote healthy living among children. Who can help to do this? 1. The mass media 2. Parents 3. Schools 4. Friends
2021 S2P1 Many people go to gyms. Give some reasons why they do so 1. Exercising to lose weight 2. Having a comfortable place to exercise 3. Convenient operating hours 4. Exercising to reduce stress 2010 Mid In today's society more people are trying to lose weight. What could be the reason? 1. For health reasons 2. To be fashionable 3. Because of their job 4. Because of social pressure 2014 Nov Everyone knows that exercise is good for health but many still do not exercise. Why do people not exercise? 1. People have no time 2. People have no access to sports facilities 3. People have no self-discipline 4. People are not health conscious 2022 S2P2 Exercise is good for health. However, many people do not exercise. What are the ways to create a fitness culture? 1. Workplace exercise programme 2. School physical education 3. Fitness competition 4. Online fitness competition 5. Family workout programmes
2016 March Outdoor exercise is of great benefit to us. What are some of these benefits? 1. Improve our health 2. Provide opportunities to meet people 3. Provide opportunities to enjoy nature 4. Relieve stress and anxiety 2022 S1P1 Children spend too much time indoors. Suggest some outdoor activities for them. 1. Taking part in sports 2. Camping 3. Gardening 4. Doing recycling projects 2020 S2 There are many ways to improve our lifestyles. What are some of them? 1. Do more outdoor activities 2. Spend less time on electronic devices 3. Have enough rest 4. Spend time with friends 2020 S2 Eating at home has many benefits. What are some of them? 1. The family gets to spend more time together 2. Home-cooked food is more nutritious 3. The family saves more money 4. Home-cooked food is more hygienic MENTAL HEALTH 2022 S1P2 Maintaining a good mental health is important in order to live a stable and happy life. In your group, discuss the importance of maintaining a good mental health. 1. Better relationship 2. Positive self-image 3. Increase productivity 4. Feeling safe 5. Reduce medical bills
2022 S3P2 Life in the 21st century is stressful as there are many demands made on us. In your group, discuss the ways government can help the public cope with stress. 1. Flexible working hours 2. Subsidies 3. Build more parks 4. Encourage community projects 5. Good healthcare 2016 July It is important to learn to control anger. What are the benefits of doing so? 1. To maintain a good relationship with others 2. To rethink rationally 3. To be successful 4. To have better mental and physical health 2016 End Happiness can depend on many things. What are some of the things that could make you happy? 1. Being able to do what you want 2. Being able to go where you want 3. Being able to be what you want 4. Being able to have what you want 2005 Dec Your family is discussing on what are the important elements to ensure happiness in life. What are some of the elements to ensure happiness in life? 1. A loving family 2. Good health 3. Wealth 4. Loyal friends
Terms Synonyms / Words related Healthy lifestyle Agility General well-being / Wellness Balanced diet / Heathy food / Food pyramid Illness / Diseases / Medical insurance / Medical card Hygiene Mental health Work-life-balance Psychological affects Stress / Depression / Anxiety / Helpless / Panic attack / Insomnia Support & awareness Mindfulness / Optimism / Positive attitude Appreciated / Loved Treatment / Therapy/ Physical health Fitness / Active Sedentary lifestyle / Inactive lifestyle Gym / Training / Exercise / Workout /Recreational activities B.M.I / Obesity / Overweight Muscle strength / Endurance strength Boost immune system / Blood circulation Happy hormones: serotonin, endorphins, oxytocin & dopamine Medical terms Contagious / infections Diagnose / Prescription / Medication & treatment Annual check-up / Medical advice / Second opinion Diabetes / High blood pressure / Migraine / Heart attack Idioms/ Proverbs Under the weather As fit as a fiddle / A clean bill of health An apple a day keeps the doctors away Prevention is better than cure
13. FINANCIAL AWARENESS & CONSUMERISM 2021 S3P2 How can people avoid being cheated out of their savings? 1. Secure payment method 2. Invest carefully 3. Handle money personally 4. Cautious of scammers 5. Protect personal information 2016 Mid The rising cost of living has forced people to reassess how they spend money. What are some ways to cut down on spending? 1. Prepare and pack your own food 2. Cut down on recreational and entertainment activities 3. Shop wisely 4. Cut down on transport cost 2010 Mid What are the cost-cutting measures that can be taken by a family to reduce expenditure? 1. Use public transport 2. Spend only on what is needed 3. Carry out their own repair and maintenance work 4. Recycle and reuse household items 2012 July Your family members are thinking of various ways to cut down on their spending so that they can save money. What are some of these ways? 1. Spending less on entertainment 2. Spending less in shopping 3. Growing one's own vegetables 4. Using public transportation
2021 S2P1 We all like to have money because we can do many things with it. Suggest some ways on how you like to spend your money. 1. Spending money on food 2. Spending money on friends 3. Spending money on clothes 4. Spending money on travelling 2021 S3P2 Why do some people find it hard to save money? 1. Cost of living 2. Loans 3. Poor budgeting 4. Low salary 5. Lifestyle 2021 S3P1 It is important to save money. Suggest some reasons why people save money. 1. To buy something special 2. To further studies 3. For holiday 4. for emergencies 2021 S2P2 People should be careful when they spend their money. Discuss how money can be spent carefully. 1. Plan budget 2. Grow on vegetables 3. Shop during sales 4. Use public transport 5. Buy online
2022 S1P1 There are many ways for young people to make extra money. Suggest some ways they can do this. 1. Offering editing services 2. Working part-time at fast food restaurants 3. Teaching school students at home 4. Doing small business 2022 S1P1 Everybody works hard to earn money so that they can have a comfortable life. Discuss the importance of earning money. 1. Medical needs 2. To help family 3. Emergencies 4. Entertainment 5. To be independent Terms Synonyms / Words related Financial literacy High cost of living Contingencies Economic uncertainty Inflation / Subsidies / Taxes Cut down spending Monitor spending habit Unexpected expenses / Overspending Impulse buying / impromptu purchases Allocate budget Wants Vs Needs Credit cards Service charges/ surcharges / High rates of interest Debt Idioms / Proverbs Money doesn’t grow on tree Save for rainy days Make ends meet Cost an arm and a leg Breadwinner in the family