Forecast 8 Question SPM CEFR

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This paper consists of five parts: Part 1, Part 2,Part 3, Part 4 and Part 5. Answer all parts in this

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Questions 1 to 8

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.

RM45 a month for the 1$ three months,
then RM68.

The best value broadband package.
Get a data SIM for gadget connectivity to aid

your child's learning.
Non-stop Productivity
and Entertainment for your Family.
Plus you can make as many calls as you like to

. any local landline numbers
. international calls to limited locations on weekends

1. The purpose of the advertisement is
A to promote broadband package.
B to promote local landline and international calls.
C to inform consumers the usage of the broadband.

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FAREWELL, TIGRESS

The wild population of the Malayan Tiger, regarded as the national icon has been
dwindlin g year by year.

Melur, one of the three celebrated Malayan tiger cubs greeted with much fanfare
when they were born inZoo Negara last year, has died. The female cub was
found drowned in the zoo's tiger enclosure's moat.

Only her brothers, Hebat and Wire remain. This is just a setback for the ailing zoo
but also for the critically endangered species.

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2. Which statement is true about the article, Farewell, Tigress?
A Zoo Negara has endured lot of hardship in its tiger conservation effort.
B The death of Melur has shone a spotlight on the country's tiger conservation efforts.
C The Malayan Tiger's status could be said to move from endangered to critically endangered

species.

Flying Safe with AirMalaysia

Some safety measures to minimise the risks concerned with Covid-19.

L. Masks: You must wear your own face mask throughout your journey, including

during check-in, boarding, on board your flight, disembarkation and baggage
collection. You are not allowed to travel if you are not wearing a face mask.

2. Meals: Hot meals are available only if you have pre-booked them. You can

pre-book them at least 24 hours before departure time, even after you have
checked in.

3. Which of the following is true about the notice?
A All meals must be pre-booked at least two days earlier.
B You do not need to wear your mask once you are on board.
C This safety measures are only applicabe during the Covid-19 pandemic.

JJ SESAME BISCUITS
NEWYBAR SALES

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Promotional pack of 20 sachets

. RM8.90 for a limited period only
. Promotion ends on 31 January 2022
.
. Join the "Win a Free BMX Bike Racing Competition"
Closing date: 3l January,2022

4. Which of the following is true?
A The offer is valid until 3l January 2022.
B A free packet of sesame biscuits will be given with every purchase.
C The BMX Bike Racing Competition will be held on 3l January 2022.

FLAVONOIDS

Flavonoids are polyphenolic compounds present in vegetable, fruits, berries and
beverages such as tea, red wine and fruit juices. Green vegetables, onions, apples,
berries and tea are rich sources of flavonoids. It has many health benefits such as
reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases, level of cholesterol and trigycerides
in the blood and cancer-prevention role. Flavonoids have been confirmed to have
anti-allergic, anti-infl ammatory and anti-viral properties.

5. From the article, we know that
A red wine has rich sources of flavonoids.
B flavonoids can reduce the level of cholesterol.
C flavonoids help cancer patients to overcome their cancer.

Mokhtar,
Ishak telephoned when you were out. Please return his call

before 3.00 p.m. today. He will not be free after that.

Remember to collect your lunch from Aunt Lina this afternoon.

Could you please give Aunt Lina the fruit cake that I have packed
and left on the dining table.

Will be home late tonight as we are having a meeting and a

dinner after that.
Love
Mum

6. Which of the following statements is true?
A Mokhtar must call Aunt Lina before 3 p.m.
B Mokhtar has to collect his lunch from Aunt Lina.
C Mokhtar has to collect the fruit cake from Aunt Lina.

WARNING TO SHOPLIFTERS

Cheong Kong Supermarket will prosecute shoplifters.

You cannot see us but we can see you.
Our CCTV Cameras and in-house detectives

dressed in plain clothes
are watching your every move.
Remember Shoplifting is a serious crime.

.7 Which of the following statements is true?
A Those who are caught shoplifting will be charged in court.
B The in-house detectives are dressed in dull, unattractive clothes.
C Those who are caught shoplifting will be detained at the supermarket.

WALKATHON

IPOH. A Nature Walkathon will be held at Ipoh Botanical

Gardens on August 31 in conjunction with Malaysia's

Independence Day. The walk will kick off at 7.00 a.m. after

the registration which starts at 6.30 a.m. The objective is to
encourage residents to practise a healthy lifestyle and also to
enjoy the beauty of nature. A total of 200 participants have
signed up for the event.

8. What is the main message of the news report?
A To invite residents to join a walkathon.
B To inform about the Independence Day celebration.
C To inform residents about the importance of a healthy lifestyte.

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Questions 9 to 18

Read the text below and choose thebestwordfor each space. For each question, mark the correct letter
A" B, C or D on your answer sheet.

The Bermuda Triangle

The Bermuda Triangle, also known as the Devil's Triangle, is a loosely defined region

(0) m the western part of the North Atlantic Ocean roughly (9) by Miami,

Bermuda and Puerto Rico where a number of aircraft and ships are said to have disappeared.

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Unexplained circumstances surround some of these mysterious incidents. Most reputable sources

(10) the idea that there is any mystery.

When Christopher Columbus sailed through the area on his first (11) to the New

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Wor1d,hereportedthatagreatflameoffire,(l2)-ameteorcrashedintotheSeaone

night and that a strange light appeared in the distance a few weeks later. He also wrote about

(13)-compaSSreadings.ThevicinityoftheBermudaTriang1eisamongstthemost

heavily travelled shipping lanes in the world, with ships frequently (14) through it for

ports in theAmericas, Europe and the Caribbean islands. Cruise ships and pleasure craft regularly

sail through the region, and commercial and private aircraft routinely (15) it.

Popular culture has attributed various disappearances to the paranormal or activity by

extraterrestrial beings. Pilots of a squadron of U.S. Navy - disoriented

bombers became

(16)-flyingoVertheareaandtheplaneswereneVerfound.otherboatsandplaneshave

seemingly vanished from the area in good weather without even radioing distress messages.
(l7)-myriadfancifultheorieshavebeenproposedregardingtheBermudaTriangle,

none of them prove that mysterious disappearances (1S) more frequently there than

in other well-travelled sections of the ocean. In fact, people navigate the area every day without

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9.A bounded C encircled D encompassed
B enclosed C release D disperse
10. A dismiss C voyage D journey
11. A trip B abandon C frequently D subsequently
12. A finally C erratic D occasional
13. A rare B cruise C travelling D intersecting
14. A crossing C fly over D take over
15. A go by B probably C while D between
16. A AS B scarce C Despite D Although
B transiting C present D propose
17. A If B pass by
B with
18. A occur B Since
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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.

DerekAmato stood above the shallow end of the pool and called for his buddy in the Jactzzi
to toss him the football. Then he launched himself through the air head-first, anns outstretched.

The tips of Amato's fingers brushed the pigskin - and he splashed through the water just before

his head slammed into the pool's concrete floor. He pushed to the surface, clapping his hands to
his head, convinced that the water streaming down his cheeks was blood gushing from his ears.

At the edge of the pool, Amato collapsed into the arms of his friends Bill Peterson and Rick
Sturm. It was 2006, and the 39-year-old sales trainer was visiting his hometown in Colorado.
Amato's mother rushed him to emergency, where doctors diagnosed him with severe concussion.

It would be weeks before the full impact ofAmato's head trauma became apparent: 35 per cent
hearing loss in one ear, headaches, memory loss. But the most dramatic consequence appeared
just five days after his accident. Amato awoke, feeling hury after near-continuous sleep, and
headed over to Sturm's house. As the two pals chatted, Amato spotted an electric keyboard.

Without thinking, he sat in front of it. He had never played the piano - he'd never had the

slightest inclination to. Now his fingers seemed to find the keys by instinct and, to his astonishment,
ripple across them. His right hand started low, climbing in lyrical chains of triads, skipping across

melodic intervals and arpeggios, landing on the high notes, and then starting low again and
building back up. His left hand followed close behind, laying down bass, picking out harmony.

Amato sped up, slowed down, let pensive tones hang in the air and resolved them into rich chords

as if he had been playing for years. When Amato finally looked up, Sturm's eyes were filled with

tears.

Amato played for six hours, leaving Sturm's house early the next morning with an unshakable
feeling of wonder. He had fooled around with instruments in high school, even learned a decent
rhythm guitar. But nothing like this. Though he knew he hadn't suddenly transformed into US

jazz pranist and composer Thelonious Monk - he wasn't that good - Amato had accessed a well

untapped creativity and ability he had never before touched; suddenly there was music rising up
spontaneously from within him, coming out his fingertips. How was this possible?

Within days of his injury Amato began searching the internet for an explanation, typing in

terms such as gifted and head trauma. He found the name Dr Darold Treffert, an expert on 'savant
syndrom e' , d condition in which individuals who are typically mentally impaired demonstrate
remarkable skills. Amato fired off an email; soon he had answers. Dr Treffert diagnosed Amato
with acquired savant syndrome. In the 90 or so known cases, ordinary people who'd suffered

brain trauma suddenly developed what seemed like almost superhuman new abilities: artistic

brilliance, mathem aticalmastery photographic memory. Dr Treffert believes that our brains come

with a wide array of 'factory installed' software - latent abilities that exist but we sometimes

don't have access to. The exact nature of an acquired savant's emergent abilities depends on the
exact location of the injury. That explains the wide variation in both the range of abilities found
in different individuals and their various manifestations.

Musical renown has yet to follow for Amato, though he did release an album, performed with
the famed jazz-fusion guitarist Stanley Jordan, and was asked to write the score for a Japanese

documentary. Still, the former anonymous sales trainer is an inspirational symbol of human

possibility for music lovers dreaming of grander things.

Savant expert Dr Treffert, neuroscientist Snyder and others spoke enthusiastically about
unravelling the phenomenon of acquired savantism in order to enable all of us to explore out

hidden talents. The DerekAmatos of the world provide a glimpse of this goal - untapped potential

lies in every one.
In Amato's playing, there is expression, melody and undeniable skill. And if this can emerge

spontaneously in him, who's to say what potential might lie dormant in the rest of us?

Adapted from Reader's Digest UK.

19. In paragraph2, what does the writer mean when he uses the phrase collapsed into the arms?

A Amato injured himself badly.
B Amato was playing with his buddies.
C Amato fainted after he had a head injury.
D Amato knocked his head on the floor of the pool.

20. In paragraph 3, what does the writer say about Amato's condition?

A He had only memory loss.
B He had a severe head trauma.
C He was unconscious for weeks.
D He recovered five days after his accident.

21. In paragraph 4, how did the writer describe Amato's skill when he played the piano?

A He did not know how to play.
B He played the piano exceptionally well.
C He had no time to play the piano earlier.
D He played a tune that brought tears to Sturm.

22. In paragraph 5, what effect did it have in Amato?

A He could play the piano for six hours non-stop.
B He had played musical instruments seriously at high-school.
C He took lessons from the world famous pianist and composer.
D He had tapped on an ability that he had never touched before.

23. What explanation did Dr Darold Treffert give about 'savant syndrome'?

A A wide variation of abilities found in different individuals.
B A condition which individuals demonstrate remarkable skills.
C Latent abilities that exist but we sometimes don't have access to.
D Mentally impaired individuals would develop untouched creativity and ability.

24, Why did Amato want to play the piano?

A He felt very peaceful.
B He can keep himself occupied.
C He had bought a new keyboard.
D He wanted to develop his skills at piano.

25. What negative symptom did Amato experience?

A He passed out in a competition.
B Headaches which were mild in nature.
C He collapsed in his brother's bathroom.
D Black and white circles appeared in his vision.

26. What is the purpose of this anicle?

A To have a burning compulsion to play the piano.
B To inform about Amato's accident and his talent at music.
C To show talents that are developed by individuals who suffer from brain trauma.
D To share information about untapped potential that lies in everyone and is accessible with the

right tools.

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Questions 27 to 32

You are going to read an article about ways to reduce carbonfootprint. Six sentences have been removed
,fro* the article. Choosefrom 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.

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

Ways To Reduce Carbon Footprint
A carbon footprint is the amount of greenhouse gases, primarily carbon dioxide released

into the atmosphere as we go about our daily activities. Greenhouse gases are the gases in the
atmosphere that produce the greenhouse effect and contribute to global warming and global

climate change. The negative impact that man leaves on this planet also includes pollution and the
rapid depletion of natural resources. Thus, carbon footprint refers to man's overall impact on the

earth and its environment.

Our total global emissions in terms of pollution and the impact upon our ecosystems is a good
reason enough for change which is to reduce carbon footprint in our daily life. Firstly, reduce

carbon footprint by learning the 5 R's: refuse, reduce, reuse, rot and recycle. Going zero waste is

a great step towards combating climate change.27 Opt to be more mindful of what you

really need and reduce what you purchase. Always find a way to keep an item out of the landfill by
keeping it in great condition, repairing or reusing it when it breaks. Set u a compost system for

your food scraps or find a food scrap drop offcentre near your house. 28 As zero wasters,

do your best to follow these 5 R's as closely as possible.

Toxins emitted by vehicles are also very dangerous for human health as can breathe the

air directly into their lungs. Challenge yourself to drive less and bike more. 29 You can

also take public transportation as it puts less cars on the road and reduces the amount of exhaust

filling the air at once.

Another way to reduce carbon footprint is to conserve water and protect our waterways. It is

vital to cherish the fresh water that we have. When you brush your teeth, turn the tap on when you

want to rinse your mouth only. Take shorter showers. Join or host a clean-up in your

local community. Avoid using dish or body soaps filled with toxins. 30

Mother Nature has a lot of seasonal foods to offer. Fill the majority of your plate with plant-

based food which is healthier and better for the planet. 31 Try to buy the majority of your

food as local produce. In addition, we can reduce in packaging which contributes additional waste

and spoilage and additional carbon footprint.

Fossil fuels are limited, have finite resources and can cause air pollution. When fuels are

burned, they emit toxins that speed up climate change. As such we can stop reliance on fossil

fuels and switch to sustainable and clean energy.32 There are also water and geothermal

power to consider.

In conclusion, follow the tips given and we will be on our way to reduce the carbon footprint

substantially. Minimize our carbon footprint in small little ways daily.

A Less fossil fuel is burnt in transporting the food from one part of the world to another.
B Riding your bike will let you get a workout while helping the environment.
C Make use of appliances like refrigerators, air-conditioners, heaters that are energy efficient.
D Properly recycle any plastic, paper, glass or metal that comes into your life.
E Other innovative ways to source energy in this day and age are solar and wind power.
F Green energy sources like solar and wind energy are renewable and not polluting.
G Refuse the usage of plastics and paper products and instead opt for reusables.
H Switch to all-natural or eco-friendly soap.

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Questions 33 to 40

Here are some hotel reviews given by guests who stayed at these hotels. Read the reviews below and
answer the questions thatfollow.

Reviews on Hotels

A _ ADONIS STUDIOS

We had a fantastic time and met some of the nicest people! I will admit, we went with low

expectations. The rooms are basic and the bathroom small but it was clean and had everything you
needed. The beds were com$, as well. We probably had one of the most sociable holidays ever. We

spent many great nights and had great memories. Will definitely return.

B - ST NICHOLAS BAY RESORT HOTEL

Fanstastic views across St Nicholas bay. Great pool, cleaned regularly. Room facilities very good.
The staffwas exceptional. Probably the most friendly hotel staffI have met, and a special mention
to Michalis in the Astra bar, and Kostas, Irini and Eleni in the restaurant. There were many others
whose names we did not catch. Highly recommend this hotel.

C _ VASIA ORMOS HOTEL
The hotel was clean. The grounds were beautiful and the location is quiet with a small quiet beach
just across the road with free sun beds. There is always a sun bed around the pool so no need
to rush to put the towel out at silly o'clock! Lots of choices for breakfast and dinner. A helpful
receptionist who was advising us how to move about. She booked taxis, gave information and
organised car hire. When she realised we were heading off on a walk for the day, she organised a
last minute picnic lunch. A lovely break way. I would recommend this hotel to all.

D _ MINOS PALACE HOTEL
Surrounded by water and located on demi-island. Excellent location, food and service. I loved the
sheep yogurt and orange juice "squeezed by yourself' for breakfast. However, water in the pool
was quite cold, more like sea temperature. The staff at the reception was lovely, kind, welcoming
and engaging. The hotel itself is in a wonderful location and all the rooms have been refurbished.

E - SOFIA HOTEL

Reception staffwas helpful and efficient. My room was on the ground floor with a balcony facing
the road. The mattress was great and free parking was also a bonus. Breakfast was simple and
nothing special. WIFI was sufficient. There is noise from the aircrafts taking offas it is really close
to Heraklion International Airport. Water in the room was not drinkable.

F _ CORISSIA PRINCESS HOTEL
Lovely service from the moment we were picked up from the airport. We had a family room which
had a large balcony. It was spotless. We had a short walk to the restaurant for breakfast and dinner,
both of which were buffets. There was plenty of food, new dishes to try along with some traditional
cooking. All the staff spoke English and were really friendly and helpful.

Questions 33 to 36 Paragraph

Which paragraph (A-F) describes the hotel review best?

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

Statements
33 I enjoyed making my own drink for breakfast.
34 My friends and I mingled with a lot of people.
35 We had a lot of help from the receptionist to move about.
36. We had lots of choices for the buffet breakfast and dinner

Questions 37 to 40
Complete the notes below using informationfrom the text. Choose no more than one wordfrom the

passage for each answer

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

. Very impressed with the (37) Reviews on Hotels
hotel staffuntil the reviewer could remember the
names of some of the staff.

o One of the major problems faced by the guest was the (38) which was unable

to drink.

o The guests were able to laze on the beach as the hotel provided (39) sun beds.

o The hotel is located on demi-island and (40) by water.

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This question paper consists of three parts: Part 1, Part 2 andPart 3. Answer all parts in this question

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You must answer this question.
Question 1
You received an email from your friend, Harry.

Hi

My friends and I were talking about where modern teenagers go shopping the most. As

you are living in the city, I would like to know your opinion on this issue. Where would you go
shopping the most? Is it to the sports shops, clothes shops, electronics shops or somewhere else?
Tell me what kind of shop and what would you like to buy. Why it is important?

Illl be waiting for your reply.

Bye!

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Now write an email to yourfriend in about 80 words. Write your answer below.

To:
From:
Subiect:

M Save as a dratt @checlr

Ioa must answer this question. Write your answer tn 125 - 150 words in an appropriate style.

Question 2

Your class has been discussing on the crime rate that is on the rise in your coflrmunity and your teacher
has asked you to write an essay about how to reduce this rate.

In your essay, you should write about:

. why people turn to crime
. what the government can do to help reduce crime in the area
. what the individuals or community can do to reduce crime

Write your essay using all the notes and giving reasons for your point of view.

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-Write an answer to one of the questions 3 - 5 in this part. Write your answer in 200 250 words in an

appropriate style on this questton paper Put the question number in the box at the top of the answer

space.
Question 3
You see this advertisement in the internet.

Shop assistants wanted!

My World Pet Shop

You need to:

. be good at working with people and pets
. have some knowledge about pets
. be able to work during weekends or peak days

Write us a letter saying why you would be suitable for the job to:
My World Pet Shop, Jalan University, 70100 Rasah Jaya, Seremban.

Write your letter.

Question 4
You recently saw this advertisement in an international magazine.

Articles required!

Make a Difference
Litter everywhere? Let's make a difference for our planet.
Say why it is important to stop littering. What are the effects of littering?

Where does littering mainly occur?
As a responsible resident what is your role in preventing littering?

The best article will be published in our magazine.

Write your article.

Question 5
Your teacher has asked you to write a story for a school magazine. Write a story beginning with:

It was dark that night and I was returning home after ...

Your story should include:

. a description of the incident
. how you felt during and at the end of the experience

Write your story

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