Revisi Sukses SPM Bahasa Inggeris

19 Reading and Use of English UNIT 1 5 Harris is writing to Jamie to A negotiate for a lower price. B enquire if he has a brown guitar in stock. C ask for more details about the size of the guitar. 6 Which of the following statements is true? A  e clerk needs three travelling documents to process the boarding pass. B  e passenger needs a boarding pass before going to the gate. C  e clerk accepts three pieces of luggage from the passenger. Hello. Are these the bags you’d like to check in? I’m checking in these two and this is my hand luggage. Could I have your passport and online reservation booking number, please? Here’s my passport. I’ve a printed copy of my ticket. Is that okay? Yes, of course. Alright, here’s your boarding pass. You may proceed to gate G2. Have a good fl ight. To: [email protected] Subject: Second-hand acoustic guitar Hello Jamie, I saw your advertisement off ering for sale a few 38-inch second-hand acoustic guitars. I’ve been looking for one for some months. Furthermore, it’s within my budget at RM95. However, the photos you uploaded are of guitars in ‘Sunburst’ and another in ‘Pink’. Do you have one in brown? Look forward to your response. Regards, Harris 7 Which of the following statements is true? A  ere are job vacancies in all three offi ces. B Candidates who have worked in a travel agency can apply. C A successful guide must be able to converse well in English. We’re a leading travel agency with offi ces in Kuala Lumpur and Penang. We’re opening our third offi ce in Melaka and need walking tour guides. Requirements: • Strong background in art, history and tourism • Fluent in English • Friendly personality Email your cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Application closes on 30 September. LOOKING FOR WALKING TOUR GUIDES! RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 19 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

Reading and Use of English 20 1 Practice 6 Study the information carefully and choose the best answer A, B or C. MIRI: Five book mobiles will be making its round to schools in the area.  e head of the Book Mobile Malaysia said, “Our dedicated librarians and well-stocked vans have been introducing children across Malaysia to the joy of reading for the past fi ve years.  is year, we’re travelling across East Malaysia to off er a variety of reading materials to students living in remote villages and small towns.” “We’re willing to travel anywhere to bring books to children. We believe knowledge is power and reading is one way to gain knowledge,” she added. 8 Which of the following statements is true? A  e librarian on the book mobile helps students to read. B Students are allowed to buy reading materials from the book mobiles. C  e book mobiles will spend a year visiting schools across East Malaysia. 1  e advertisement says that River Fishing Trust A is off ering a special deal on fi shing gear. B wants to encourage more people to fi sh. C is promoting their latest fi shing rod. We at River Fishing Trust want you to enjoy the above benefi ts. And you can do this when you go fi shing. Share the above experience with a friend. We’re off ering a two-for-one fi shing rod and reel set for only RM65. Reduces stress Enjoy fresh air Soak some Vitamin D Appreciate nature's beauty Rejuvenates the body and mind 2  e following statements are true except A the organiser accepts two stories per individual. B the last day to send in a story is 15 January. C both stories must total 1,000 words. FLASH FICTION WRITING COMPETITION is open for submission! For students aged 15 to 18 years old from anywhere in the world Rules: • Between 300 and 1,000 words • Up to two stories allowed • Deadline for submission: 15 January • Longlist: 1 February • Shortlist and fi nal results: 10 February For more details, go to the SUBMIT page. All winning stories will be published in www.writerslit.com RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 20 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

21 Reading and Use of English UNIT 1 3 Which of the following is true about the notice? A Customers get gift bags when they spend more than RM300. B Free parking is only available on the fi rst day of the celebrations. C Gift bags and cash vouchers will only be given out on 10 October. IT'S TIME TO CELEBRATE at SUNRISE MALL! We’re turning 10 and we’d like you to join our celebration. Be the fi rst 200 shoppers on 10 October and you will receive a gift bag and a RM50 cash voucher. Every day from 10 to 17 October, you will get free parking when you spend RM300 and above. 4  e purpose of the message is to A urge Peter to join a clean-up activity at the beach. B encourage Peter to join activities to help the environment. C convince Peter to sign-up online for the activity immediately. 5 From the advertisement, we know that A the discount is off ered by Oriental Village. B the off er is only for a large group of tourists. C the last day to go on the cable car is 15 December. ORIENTAL VILLAGE  ere’s something for everyone at Oriental Village: cable car, Langkawi Sky Bridge and an openair mall with a variety of shops and restaurants. Get 30% o at any shop or restaurant you visit. Terms & Conditions: 1 Group booking for 20 people. 2 Book via a tour agency. 3 Off er valid from 1 to 15 December. Hello Peter, I saw a poster about a clean-up activity at the beach on Saturday at 8 a.m. Would you like to join? I know you don’t like to wake up early at the weekend but the beach is our town’s pride and joy. We should do something to keep it clean and pristine. We don’t have money to donate to help the environment but we can off er our time and eff ort. Call me as soon as possible so I can register us online! Bye, Adam RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 21 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

Reading and Use of English 22 1 6 Which of the following statements is true? A  e project will be completed in one month. B Mrs James will be conducting the interviews. C  e volunteers will be painting buildings in the area. WE NEED HELP!  e Creative Arts Club needs volunteers to carry out a beautifi cation project. We’re going to use paint and a lot of creativity to create artwork on building walls. Requirements: * artistic and creative * hardworking and enjoy working in a team * willing to give up all your Saturday mornings in April See Mrs James if you want to be part of the team. Last day to sign up is 3 March. 7 Which of the following statements is true? A  e sales assistant off ered the customer a discount. B  e customer tried to bargain with the sales assistant. C  e customer decided to look for another headphone. Absolutely! It’s wireless and has a mic. It’s a noise cancelling set too. You can use the headphone with a desktop, a laptop or a mobile phone. But it’s quite pricey and I’m on a budget. It comes with a free adapter cable and mouse. It’s also what all the gamers are using these days. I think I’ll keep looking. 8 What of the following statements is true? A  e town council will organise more gotong-royong. B Eff orts to clean the public spaces will be stepped up. C  e residents are urged to get rid of mosquito-breeding places. TAIPING:  e town council has noticed a slight increase in the number of dengue cases and urge all town folk to be more vigilant in keeping their neighbourhood mosquito-free. “We want to eradicate mosquito-breeding places and stop the spread of dengue cases and can only do this with the full support from all residents,” said a council offi cial. He reminded people not to litter, to maintain the cleanliness of their garden and to participate in the neighbourhood gotong-royong. He added that the council will cut the grass, maintain public spaces like playgrounds and clean the drains regularly. Do you see something you like? RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 22 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

23 Reading and Use of English UNIT 1 Cloze Text 1  is section appears in Part 2 of the SPM Bahasa Inggeris (1119/1) Paper 1. 2 It tests your knowledge of grammar usage and vocabulary in context. 3 You are given a text of about 250 words with ten blanks. You have to choose the best word to fi ll each blank. 4  ere are four options given for each blank. You have to choose the correct letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet. 5  is section carries 10 marks. Guidelines and Tips 1 Read the instructions and the text carefully. 2  e fi rst reading will help you get an idea of what the text is all about. 3 One example is given so you know how to answer the question/complete Part 2. 4 Read the text for a second time. When you come to a blank, look at the options given. Choose an option to fi ll in each blank. 5 Read the text again with the answers you have chosen. Make sure the word fi ts the context of the whole sentence. 6 Study the examples in the text below to help you fi nd the best word for each blank. Video game vloggers, toy unboxers, teen celebrities and beauty and fashion vloggers make up some of the (1) social media infl uencers among Generation Z.  ey play an important role in the lives of young people so it isn’t surprising that many studies have been conducted to (2) the impact of infl uencers on them. 1 A ideal B special C famous D favourite 2 A test B read C explore D examine Answers and Analysis No. Answer Analysis 1 D From the options, you know the missing word is a noun. Look at the words before the blanks (toy unboxers, teen celebrities).  ey are diff erent types of infl uencers that a young person (Generation Z) would view, like, comment on and follow.  ey are mentioned probably because they are popular or well-liked by young people. So, we can conclude that ‘favourite’ is the best word to choose. 2 D From the options, you know the missing word is a verb. Look at the words before (role, studies, conducted) and after (impact) the blank.  ese words tell us that research (studies) is carried out to learn about the infl uence infl uencers have on young people. We can understand more about the infl uence (impact) when we ‘examine’ it. RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 23 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

Reading and Use of English 24 1 Read the passage carefully and choose the best answe A, B, C or D to fi ll in each blank. example Infl uencers Infl uencers are individuals (0) who change the way other people behave. (1) , they have the power to determine other people’s decisions as their audience or followers are interested in their knowledge, experience, authority or position. (2) 45% of the world’s population is active on social media.  ese active users present a captive audience for individuals who want to share their know-how and skills on a specifi c (3) .  e audience, on the other hand, are open to be guided in their decision-making by these infl uencers.  e infl uencer (4) is a new one having only emerged in 2016. But since then, interest in it and the number of infl uencers have been (5) steadily. Infl uencers are mostly active on Instagram.  ey (6) posting regularly on Instagram as well as other social media platforms to (7) interest in a topic, attract attention and build a reputation to increase their followers.  eir (8) on people has not gone unnoticed by companies selling products and services. Many brands love working with infl uencers (9) they have the ability not only to start trends but also to get their followers to buy products or services.  ere are three (10) ways to diff erentiate the various types of infl uencers. By number of followers, there are mega, macro, micro and nano-infl uencers. By content, there are bloggers, YouTubers and podcasters. And by level of infl uence, we look at celebrities, who are the original infl uencers, leaders and professional experts. 0 A who B what C whom D which 1 A Clearly B Exactly C Particularly D Specifi cally 2 A About B Clearly C Almost D Approaching 3 A fact B topic C matter D information 4 A tradition B lifestyle C culture D habit 5 A multiplying B spreading C growing D expanding 6 A launch into B set about C get going D break into 7 A produce B create C build D make 8 A authority B power C eff ect D control 9 A yet B while C although D because 10 A common B ordinary C familiar D regular RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 24 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

25 Reading and Use of English UNIT 1 Answers and Analysis No. Answer Analysis 0 A We use the pronoun ‘who’ to add information about a person we just mentioned (infl uencers). 1 D We use the adverb ‘specifi cally’ to describe something (an infl uencer’s eff ect on other people) in a more exact/detailed way. 2 A We use ‘about’ to show that one is making a guess at a number/percentage or that number/percentage isn’t exact. 3 B  is option refers to a ‘subject matter’ that infl uencers are sharing with their followers. Each subject has a lot of information or facts to cover. 4 C  is word refers to behaviour patterns of a particular group (infl uencers). By contrast, ‘lifestyle’ means daily practices of an individual or habits. 5 C We use the word ‘growing’ to mean that something is increasing, i.e., in feelings (interest in infl uencer culture) and size (number of infl uencers). 6 B  is is the best phrasal verb to use because it means to begin a task (make regular posts on Instagram). 7 B  is is the best option to mean causing a feeling (interest in a particular topic) to exist. 8 C  is word refers to the infl uence of infl uencers. Infl uencers are able to cause change in someone else’s behaviour (eff ect).  e words ‘power’, ‘authority’ or ‘control’ don’t refer to the infl uencers’ ability to infl uence others. 9 D We use this conjunction to join two parts of a sentence. ‘because’ is used to show reason. We use the ‘because’ clause at the end of a sentence to emphasise the reason something is happening. 10 A  is option refers to usual ‘ways’ infl uencers are categorised.  ey are usually divided into the three categories mentioned in the text. Scan the QR code or visit For educational purposes only https://www.google com/amp/s/ www.pressboardmedia. com/magazine/the-top-100-instagram-influencers-inthe-world%3fhs_amp=true to read about the top 100 Instagram influencers in the world. RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 25 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

Reading and Use of English 26 1 SPM Practices Practice 1 Read the text carefully and choose the best answer A, B, C or D to fi ll in each blank. Captain Sir Thomas Moore Captain Sir  omas Moore is a former offi cer (0) in the British Army who decided to raise money during the COVID-19 pandemic. On 6 April 2020, the 99-year-old who once (1) in India, Sumatra and Burma, now Myanmar, during the Second World War, started to walk laps in his garden. He planned to walk 100 laps, (2) his milestone birthday, as a fundraising eff ort to help the NHS Charities Together.  is is a group of over 250 charities that (3) the National Health Service (NHS). Captain Tom, as he is (4) known, wanted to do something for nurses and the NHS. He (5) a target of 1,000 pounds and he wanted to raise the money (6) his 100th birthday.  e war veteran’s popularity grew in the 24 days leading up to his birthday. He received donations from over one million people as well as messages of (7) from wellknown personalities. On 16 April, Captain Tom completed the last 10 of his 100 laps. On the morning of his 100th birthday, 30 April, he had raised 30 million pounds. But by the end of that day, that (8) had risen to 32.79 million.  e British people celebrated his birthday in a spectacular manner. (9) receiving over 100,000 birthday cards, the Royal Mail stamped letters posted till the day of his birthday with a special postmark (10) him.  at day, he also received fl ypasts and was appointed an honorary colonel. In July 2020, he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II. 0 A on B at C in D to 1 A served B trained C worked D performed 2 A representing B recognising C signifying D marking 3 A support B defend C sponsor D assist 4 A generally B popularly C informally D unoffi cially 5 A kept up B dealt with C decided on D forged ahead 6 A by B for C from D since 7 A agreement B assistance C support D praise 8 A quantity B amount C total D size 9 A Moreover B Besides C  ough D Despite 10 A saluting B admiring C honouring D remembering RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 26 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

27 Reading and Use of English UNIT 1 Practice 2 Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer A, B, C or D to fi ll in each blank. The Most Frightening Day in My Life  e day started out fairly uneventful. I (0) was going to spend the day quietly doing my most favourite thing, reading. (1) an hour into my novel, I received some guests. My cousins had (2) me and before I knew it, I was being ushered out of my house. I only knew what was in store for me when they (3) to my mother that they were taking me to the Big Loop roller coaster. An hour later, my cousins and I were seated in the fi rst two rows of the roller coaster. It jerked forward, signalling the ride was about to begin, and started to (4) slowly up a steep track. It paused at the top for a moment (5) it went barreling down. We (6) at every twist and turn. But after a few minutes (7) the ride, we started to slow down. When we fi nally stopped, my cousins and I were left dangling in the most awkward (8) . At fi rst, I let myself believe that it was part of the ride. But I knew it wasn’t. When nothing happened after a few seconds, people began to shout for (9) . All I could do to calm my panic-stricken self was to clutch to the sides of the carriage. My cousins started to move but I told them to stop. I was afraid that any small (10) would derail the carriage. Ten minutes later, I heard the sirens. Relief washed over me. Our ordeal would soon be over and we would be safe on the ground. 0 A is B are C was D were 1 A If B But C Since D Although 2 A insisted on B attended to C accounted for D descended on 3 A announced B introduced C presented D signalled 4 A move B proceed C advance D progress 5 A ahead B afterwards C before D following 6 A cried B howled C yelled D screamed 7 A into B along C upon D through 8 A situation B position C setting D pose 9 A aid B help C favour D support 10 A signs B motions C gestures D movements RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 27 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

Reading and Use of English 28 1 Practice 3 Read the text carefully and choose the best answer A, B, C or D to fi ll in each blank. Supermarkets vs Flea Markets A supermarket is a self-service shop that off ers a wide range (0) of food, beverages and household products that are organised by product category. A supermarket is larger than a grocery store but smaller than a hypermarket. (1) , a fl ea market is a type of street market that provides space to vendors to sell used merchandise, collectibles, antiques and vintage clothing. Vendors can be part-timers selling their (2) as a hobby or full-timers who depend on (3) from sales to earn a living. Both types of vendors are (4) at following trends and selecting merchandise that appeals to customers. A supermarket appeals to the (5) as it off ers food and other essentials needed to run a household.  eir products are mass-produced and in high demand, therefore prices are (6) . A fl ea market off ers specialty merchandise that appeals to a niche group that (7) sustainable consumption, which is the (8) of using products created with minimal use of natural resources and toxic materials and that cause minimal emission of waste and pollutants.  ough supermarkets are housed in indoor air-conditioned (9) , fl ea markets are either indoors or outdoors. A supermarket occupies a large fl oor space and products are (10) on shelves that are organised by aisles. A fl ea market consists of stalls that even collectively, off er a limited range of products.  e stalls are placed close together across a small fl oor space. As a result, a supermarket off ers a more comfortable shopping experience than a fl ea market. 0 A in B of C off D from 1 A Instead B Or else C Likewise D By contrast 2 A supplies B wares C stock D items 3 A gains B profi ts C interests D dividends 4 A experienced B qualifi ed C talented D skilled 5 A groups B masses C crowds D communities 6 A competitive B aff ordable C economical D low-cost 7 A fi xes on B opts for C picks out D decides on 8 A practice B custom C policy D rule 9 A spaces B properties C structures D constructions 10 A displayed B exhibited C arranged D sorted RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 28 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

29 Reading and Use of English UNIT 1 Practice 4 Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer A, B, C or D to fi ll in each blank. Online Learning vs Classroom Learning Classroom learning is the traditional form of teaching. It takes place (0) in schools or institutions of higher learning. Online learning, regarded as the (1) of education, happens over the internet. (2) methods have pros and cons. Online learning allows students to learn at their own pace; (3) , they’re able to follow a course at a comfortable speed. Once you have broadband, online learning can happen (4) and anytime so it’s a convenient method of learning. Online courses are not only less expensive but also cover a wide range of (5) .  ere are a few disadvantages too. Students don’t have the opportunity to have face-to-face discussions with their teachers and (6) .  e learning experience won’t be smooth either without access to high-speed internet. Classroom learning enables students to spend face-to-face time with their teachers and classmates.  is means students can ask (7) and participate in discussions easily. Classrooms off er a friendly and comfortable (8) for students to meet new people and make new friends. Furthermore, classroom learning proceeds as long as students attend classes. Technology isn’t a (9) . On the other hand, lessons are conducted based on the teacher or other students’ pace, not your own. Classes run on a fi xed (10) and students have to follow it.  is means they have to spend time and eff ort to physically get to the venue. If students miss a class, they have lost the chance to listen to the teacher’s class presentation. 0 A at B in C by D during 1 A fate B goal C future D purpose 2 A And B Both C Either D Neither 3 A however B therefore C since D as 4 A nowhere B anywhere C somewhere D everywhere 5 A messages B subjects C themes D topics 6 A associates B buddies C groups D peers 7 A questions B responses C answers D queries 8 A environment B situation C position D setting 9 A reason B aspect C factor D fact 10 A plan B scheme C schedule D programme RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 29 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

Reading and Use of English 30 1 Practice 5 Read the text carefully and choose the best answer A, B, C or D to fi ll in each blank. Rock Climbing Rock climbing is not only an exciting sport but also a diffi cult one because it requires (0) a lot of strength. (1) it is done indoors or outdoors, climbers require safety gear (2) ropes and harnesses and the knowledge of how to use them properly. I started climbing indoors because it gave me a good mental and physical (3) . My goal was to do outdoor climbing so I started with indoor climbing as it’s a good way to learn basic skills and (4) techniques needed to tackle the tougher and (5) sport of outdoor climbing. After three months of climbing indoors, I decided to go outdoors. I felt confi dent enough to do it (6) my skills had improved and physically, I was stronger. But I knew I’d face unexpected challenges for instance, unpredictable weather or climbing (7) . So, I decided that my fi rst outing should be with a group of friends who had more hours of climbing (8) their belt.And I’m so glad I did because it turned out to be a fun learning experience. When I was climbing and encountered diffi culties, I felt comfortable asking for help. I wasn’t embarrassed to seek their (9) . My friends were not only helpful in keeping me safe but also in off ering moral support.  ey guided me and (10) encouraging words.  e entire experience gave me the push to keep on climbing. I’m a budding climber now but I hope to become an expert one day. 0 A many B much C several D a lot of 1 A If B In case C Whether D Although 2 A like B similarly C including D particularly 3 A exercise B workout C practice D drill 4 A develop B expand C grow D from 5 A riskier B trickier C craftier D sturdier 6 A if B unless C despite D because 7 A routes B surfaces C conditions D knowledge 8 A in B over C with D under 9 A guidance B counsel C opinion D advice 10 A called out B gave away C asked around D looked after RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 30 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

31 Reading and Use of English UNIT 1 Practice 6 Read the text carefully and choose the best answer A, B, C or D to fi ll in each blank. Musical Theatre Musical theatre (0) or musicals is a style of performance that combines spoken dialogue, acting, songs and dance. Songs and music are important elements (1) musicals. Solo songs, duets, ensembles and choruses are types of songs performed (2) music is provided by an orchestra or a band.  e songs don’t (3) the story but express what is happening at a particular moment.  e songs can be either action songs or character songs. Action songs help move the (4) forward and character songs help characters express their feelings. It takes a cast, a creative team and a crew to (5) a musical.  e process begins with rehearsals where everyone learns everything about the musical.  en, comes the most stressful part of (6) a musical called the tech where all the teams work together to create a smooth (7) . After the tech, comes the previews. Here, a paying audience comes to watch the show before it offi cially opens to the (8) . At this time, rehearsals and improvements to the show can still be carried out.  is is followed by the opening night, i.e. the fi rst night of the show. On this night, major theatre critics, family, friends and the management team watch the show and (9) , a celebratory party is held. Musical theatre began about 2,500 years ago in (10) Greece.  e Greeks performed comedies and tragedies with music and dance. Musicals made its fi rst appearance in America in 1735. Modern musicals only began in the late 1800s. 0 A or B but C and D so 1 A in B for C by D with 2 A while B when C as D if 3 A tell B inform C recite D describe 4 A account B scenario C tale D plot 5 A make up B sort out C think up D put together 6 A sorting B compiling C arranging D organising 7 A recital B concert C performance D entertainment 8 A communities B citizens C nation D public 9 A afterwards B eventually C after D next 10 A past B early C former D ancient RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 31 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

Reading and Use of English 32 1 Extended Text 1  is section appears in Part 3 of the SPM Bahasa Inggeris (1119/1) Paper 1. 2 It tests your understanding of a long reading text. 3 You are given a text of about 700 words. You have to answer eight multiple-choice questions after reading the text. 4 You have to choose the correct answer from the options marked A, B, C or D. 5  is section carries 8 marks. Guidelines and Tips 1 Read the instructions carefully. 2  en, read the questions and options given. You read the questions fi rst so you have an idea what to look for in the text later. Make sure you read the questions a few times so you know what to look for. 3 Now, read the text. When you read for the fi rst time, you should do two things. You should skim the text to get a general idea. Your eyes will follow the text from start to fi nish. You should also scan the text for specifi c information. Your eyes will move quickly from left to right and up and down to help you scan for names, numbers, dates or places. You can circle these specifi c details. 4 Next, read the text for a second time. You will read it slowly and carefully. When you read the text for the second time, you should do two things: • understand the meaning of the text as a whole • look for details and specifi c information needed to answer the questions 5 Read the questions and options again carefully. Eliminate options that you know for sure are wrong.  en, refer to the part of the text that contains the information needed to answer these questions. Find key words in this part to help you determine the correct option. 6 Don’t rush through the questions even if you think you know the answer. Refer to the relevant part in the text to make sure you have chosen the correct option. Don’t be afraid if you can’t understand the meaning of a part of the text when you read it the fi rst time. You can reread it so you get the meaning. Read an extract from a novel and choose the best answer A, B, C or D. example When I look at my best friend, Tanish, I feel happy thinking of how far he has come.  ere was a time when I couldn’t get Tanish to join any activity. First, he missed one or two group activities but soon he opted out of all our gatherings. It took me awhile to fi gure out that Tanish’s behaviour began to change after he started playing video games. At fi rst, I thought he was just an avid gamer. But when he started spending nearly all his free time indoors playing video games, I realised it wasn’t just a hobby. Tanish also stopped spending time with his siblings and cousins. He would tell them that he was busy with schoolwork. When I did get to see him, he didn’t want to spend time chatting. In fact, he seemed irritated when I asked him what he was up to. I always had the feeling like he wanted to avoid me. I felt bad and thought I was prying into his life. I decided to give him some space to sort out his issues. I hoped that once he had solved them, he would be back to his jovial self again. RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 32 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

33 Reading and Use of English UNIT 1 When Tanish started missing after-school activities or even school, I knew something was seriously wrong. I even thought he was having health issues. When I asked his siblings, they would tell me that he was tired all the time so he was resting at home. He even looked messy the few times I met him. I remember thinking what could be so bad in his life that he had stopped thinking about personal hygiene. I fi nally went to my mother with my concerns. She was surprised to hear about Tanish and wondered why I hadn’t come to her sooner. I explained that I didn’t understand what was happening myself. Luckily from what I told her about the changes in his behaviour, my mother was able to come up with possible problems Tanish was facing. She browsed the internet for more information to prove her suspicions. After several hours, we realised that Tanish had been displaying signs of video game addiction. I didn’t realise that his initial interest in video games had gotten so out of control. I knew I wanted to help him because I missed my best friend. And I knew his friends and classmates probably missed him just as much. My mother suggested we talk to his parents.  e following day, we went to meet Tanish’s parents. I was nervous. But, they seemed relieved and happy to have someone else to talk to about their son’s problems.  en, they told us that they knew about his video game addiction.  ey had already talked to a professional and were taking steps to help Tanish. With the help of the councillor, they were following measures to help curb his need to spend hours playing video games. Among them included not allowing any gadgets to be used in his bedroom in order to remove any temptations to play at night.  ey said thankfully Tanish had admitted to himself that he had a problem and hated how video games had consumed his life. Tanish also told them how he had neglected me and his other school friends. And the reason he hadn’t reached out was because he was feeling embarrassed. I was so happy that Tanish was getting the help he needed. After the talk with Tanish’s parents, I thought about inviting Tanish out with our friends. I made the fi rst move and asked him to join us for a hiking trip. Tanish was reluctant at fi rst because he wondered if the rest of the group would feel awkward that he was there. I told him that everyone really missed him and wanted to have the old group back. During the outing, everyone greeted and chatted with Tanish as they always had and I could see how relieved he felt. After that outing, he joined us on another and then, another. Soon, I saw the jovial friend once again. One day, out of the blue, Tanish thanked me for not giving up on him. • opted out (line 3) – to choose not to be involved in something • prying into (line 10) – to be interested in one's personal issues • curb (line 28) – control • out of the blue (line 40–41) – something than happened unexpectedly 1 In paragraph 2, why does the writer use the phrase give him some space? A He respected Tanish’s privacy. B He felt annoyed with Tanish’s attitude. C He was shocked by Tanish’s behaviour. D He didn’t want to cause more problems for Tanish. 2 In paragraph 3, what does the writer say about Tanish’s behaviour? A He was showing a lack of concern for others. B He was avoiding eye contact with people. C He was acting out of character. D He was letting himself go. RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 33 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

Reading and Use of English 34 1 3 In paragraph 4, what major step did the writer take towards helping Tanish? A He got his mother’s input. B He surfed the internet for information. C He brainstormed with Tanish’s parents. D He read a lot about video game addiction. 4 In paragraph 5, the writer didn’t have anything to be nervous about because A Tanish and the writer were childhood friends. B Tanish was already getting the help he needed. C Tanish fi nally admitted that he had a problem. D Tanish’s parents welcomed his concern for their son. 5 What eff ect did seeking professional help have? A Tanish’s parents knew how to help him recover. B Tanish was able to confront his problem head on. C Tanish’s parents were able to identify his problem. D Tanish was willing to make positive changes in his life. 6 What was stopping Tanish from reconnecting with the writer? A Shame for his past behaviour. B Denial about his problem. C Anger towards himself. D Fear of being judged. 7 How does the writer feel about Tanish in the last paragraph? HOTS Analysing A Happy that he is himself again. B Satisfi ed with the changes he has made. C Relieved that his interests were expanding. D Proud with what he had accomplished so far. 8 What is the purpose of the writer writing the article? HOTS Analysing A To warn readers about the dangers of video game addiction. B To remind himself about the challenges in friendships. C To share a diffi cult time in the life of a dear friend. D To highlight the beauty of friendship. Answers and Analysis No. Answer Analysis 1 A When the writer uses this phrase, he wants to give his friend some time to fi gure out his problems. We know this from the clues “to sort out his issues” and “solved” the problems. 2 D  e clues are in the phrases “looked messy” and “personal hygiene”. From these phrases, we know that the writer’s friend wasn’t paying attention to his grooming hence taking less care in his appearance (letting himself go). 3 A  e writer talked to his mother.  at was not only the fi rst but also most important step because it got the ball rolling and other positive events (identifying the problems, looking for more information, talking to the parents, etc) began to take place. RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 34 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

35 Reading and Use of English UNIT 1 No. Answer Analysis 4 D  e writer was nervous because he didn’t know how Tanish’s parents would react to him telling them that their son had a video game addiction.  ey could have become angry with the writer, denied the truth or become upset because the writer was talking about something personal.  e phrase “relieved and happy” tells us that they acknowledged that they knew about their son’s problem. 5 A  e answer is in paragraph 5. Professional help gave the parents tools to help their son. We know this because the parents told the writer and his mother the actual steps they were taking to curb their son’s addiction to playing video games. 6 A  e answer is in paragraph 5.  e clues are the phrases “neglected me and his other school friends” and “feeling embarrassed”.  e writer’s friend was ashamed for how he treated his friends and couldn’t reach out to them. 7 A  e writer writes positively about the changes happening to his friend. We can only conclude that he is happy because the friend is participating in group activities like before and being “jovial” again. 8 C  e article describes what the writer’s friend went through due to video game addiction. We can conclude that the writer wants to share the diffi culties he saw his friend go through; the changes in behaviour and how it aff ected his friend as well as him. SPM Practices Practice 1 Read an extract from an article and choose the best answer A, B, C or D. My fi rst solo trip was memorable because it was a brand new experience which taught me a lot about the human spirit.  at fi rst experience spurred me to travel further and seek out more adventures. I still remember my fi rst trip to Sri Lanka like it happened yesterday. Once I got there, I contacted a friend, a travel vlogger, whom I had met online a few months earlier. We met the following morning and Damesh took me to a restaurant to have an authentic Sri Lankan breakfast. Over our meal, we chatted and he off ered to take me to lesser-known landmarks in the city. I accepted immediately. Even though I had read a lot about the country, getting a local’s perspective was interesting. We spent two days exploring the city and then, Damesh off ered to take me to a village, about two hours away, to meet two local YouTubers. I was intrigued so I agreed. RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 35 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

Reading and Use of English 36 1 We took two public buses to get to the village. During the journey, I met friendly locals who were very interested in learning more about me.  eir warm personality got me talking freely. When we fi nally got off the bus, I was struck by the rich vegetation everywhere. As Damesh and I walked, I could hear the melodious chirping of the birds so clearly. I felt a sense of peace. Along the way, Damesh pointed out diff erent types of trees and plants.  en, a large wooden house came into view. When we got closer, two women came out of the house calling out friendly greetings to Damesh. Damesh introduced me to a middle-aged woman and her mother. After the introductions, they took Damesh and me on a tour of their garden. Since Damesh didn’t tell me about the content the mother-daughter duo provided on their channel, I asked them. Instead, they cheekily asked me to guess and said that clues to help me fi nd the answer were around the house. I saw diff erent types of vegetable, herb and spice plants in their garden.  en, I stepped into a large, clean dirt-fl oor shed with wooden shelves fi lled with pots, woks, ladles, spoons and spatulas of diff erent shapes and sizes. I was surprised at the sizes of some of the pots and woks.  ey were big enough to feed several families. I was fascinated with their containers and baskets too because they were all woven into diff erent shapes using coconut leaves. I knew, then, that they made cooking videos. After the tour, they invited me to watch them record a new video. I helped to pick some of the ingredients from the garden and then, I watched how they used a traditional knife to cut them.  ey even used coconut husks to build a fi re for their outdoor stove.  is was part of village life, they said. As I followed them around with their camera to shoot some scenes for their vlog, I was curious about the amount of food they were preparing. When I said that they could feed a village, they laughed and said that they were.  ey explained that they donated the food to needy families living in the area. After the cooking was done, Damesh and I got to have a meal with them.  en, we helped to pack the food.  ere wasn’t enough time to help distribute the food because we had to catch the evening bus back to the city. Damesh and I conveyed our thanks and said our goodbyes, somewhat reluctantly, and left.  e next few days, I explored on my own. After my experience talking to the locals on the bus, I had more confi dence to chat with other locals I met while sightseeing. In the end, the trip turned out to be an adventure that allowed me to witness the beauty of a country and its people as well as experience my own journey of self-discovery. I learnt that I could do so much more and experience so many new things if I put myself in new situations even when I was afraid. It made me crave for more adventures.  at’s when I decided that I should make travel a major part of my life. • spurred (line 2) – encouraged • intrigued (line 9) – curious to know more • dirt-floor (line 21) – a floor made of packed raw earth 1 In paragraph 2, what conclusion can you draw when the writer writes I accepted immediately? A He agreed with Damesh’s point of view. B He liked Damesh’s off er very much. C He accepted Damesh’s suggestions. D He found Damesh interesting. 2 In paragraph 3, what does the writer say about the village? A It was very peaceful. C It was surrounded by thick foliage. B It was in the middle of nowhere D It was inhabited by friendly people. RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 36 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

37 Reading and Use of English UNIT 1 3 In paragraph 4, how was the writer able to correctly guess the answer to his own question? A After observing the house carefully. B After taking a tour of the garden and shed. C After listening to the clues given by his guests. D After identifying the material used to make the containers. 4 In paragraph 5, what part did the writer play in helping the duo create content for their channel? A He helped gather the ingredients. B He got them talking about life in a village. C He prepared the cooked food for distribution. D He took some footage for their cooking video. 5 What surprised the writer about the food the duo was preparing? A Its amount. B  e method used. C Its fresh ingredients. D  e preparation time. 6 What regret did the writer most probably have during his time at the village? A He didn’t get to meet more villagers. B He couldn’t distribute the packed food. C He wasn’t able to spend the night there. D He wouldn’t be seeing Damesh any longer. 7 What lesson do you think the writer conveys in the last paragraph? HOTS Analysing A Stepping outside your comfort zone can be rewarding. B Travelling to a new country builds your confi dence. C Trying new things helps you learn about yourself. D Meeting new people expands your horizons. 8 What is the main purpose of the writer writing the article? HOTS Analysing A To impart knowledge for new travellers. B To share his experience as a solo traveller. C To describe the challenges of travelling alone. D To show the impact his fi rst solo trip had on his life. Practice 2 Read an extract from an article and choose the best answer A, B, C or D. My family and I live in a neighbourhood with useful amenities and facilities. Public buses ply regularly and there are schools, shops and convenience stores within walking distance.  ere are cafes and restaurants to whet every craving.  ere are supermarkets, mini markets, wet markets as well as morning markets. It makes for a complete neighbourhood except for one thing; safety. My family as well as the other residents have been feeling this way after a string of recent robberies created fear and caused us to lose our peace of mind. To regain some sense of security, some residents installed home-alarm systems while others put extra lights outside their houses. Several others resorted to hacks to give the impression that someone was at home during the day to dissuade thieves from targeting their houses. Unfortunately, all these measures only lessened the number of incidents but didn’t stop them altogether. RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 37 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

Reading and Use of English 38 1 Fed up of feeling helpless, a group of residents formed a neighbourhood association. Since safety was the top priority, they got to work organising a neighbourhood security system.  e plan included employing guards to patrol the area and setting up security posts and checkpoints at various roads in order to monitor who enters the neighbourhood.  e purpose was to curb strangers from gaining access into the neighbourhood in order to scout for houses to break in or watch the owners’ movements. At the same time, the committee put in an application to get permission from the authorities. While waiting for approval, a group of residents volunteered to patrol the neighbourhood every evening.  e residents were eagerly awaiting approval but it came as a shock to us when it was denied! Only then did we fi nd out that one resident wasn’t happy that the committee had set up security checkpoints.  e resident wrote a letter of complaint to the local newspaper lamenting that he felt trapped in his own neighbourhood because the roads leading to his house wasn’t easily accessible.  e committee did the only thing they could do; continue having walking patrols. One day a few weeks into their patrolling, a member spotted a man hiding behind the bushes watching a house. He quickly told the others about the man’s suspicious behaviour.  ey couldn’t be sure what the man was up to so they hid nearby and watched him closely. One member whipped out his mobile phone and started recording. After ten minutes, there was movement.  e man approached the front gate and quickly climbed over it.  e members rushed towards the house but when they got there, the man was already standing at the front door. He has hitting the lock on the front gate with a hammer.  e members started shouting for the man to stop. At that moment, the homeowner rushed to the front sliding door probably having heard the commotion outside.  e members yelled at the homeowner to remain indoors and call the police.  e robber tried to escape by climbing over the side wall.  ree members ran to stop him from getting away while four remained at the front gate.  e owner opened the remote-controlled front gate. Four members ran inside and grabbed one of the robber’s leg just as he was about to disappear over the wall.  e members outside ran back inside and helped their friends apprehend the robber. A police car with three policemen arrived within ten minutes.  e police talked to the homeowner and each member of the neighbourhood patrol. One member showed them the footage of the incident. After the police took away the robber in their car, the members stayed behind to talk to the homeowner.  e owner didn’t speak at fi rst so the members off ered some comforting words. When the homeowner continued to remain silent, members exchanged confused looks.  en, he admitted that he was against the setting up of the checkpoints and he had aired his grievances in a letter to the newspaper. As he ate humble pie, the members said that they hoped the homeowner could appreciate the importance of having security checkpoints. He thanked them profusely and said that he would do anything to make sure the neighbourhood security system gets implemented. • whet (line 3) – to give one an experience of what they desire • dissuade (line 8) – prevent someone from doing something • scout (line 15) – look for something • footage (line 38) – a film of the incident • ate humble pie (line 43) – admitted that one was wrong RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 38 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

39 Reading and Use of English UNIT 1 1 In paragraph 2, what is the writer referring to when she writes feeling this way? A Safety is in the hands of the residents. B Safety is compromised in their neighbourhood. C More can be done to ensure residents feel safe at home. D Crime has increased dramatically in the neighbourhood. 2 In paragraph 3, which word can you use to describe the residents in the writer’s neighbourhood? A Proactive B Ingenious C Determined D Well-organised 3 In paragraph 4, the approval for the neighbourhood security system was rejected because A there weren’t enough checkpoints. B the application was incomplete. C not all residents consented. D the plan posed some risk. 4 In paragraph 5, which is the most important factor that helped the members when dealing with the unidentifi ed man? A  ey were very aware of their surroundings. B  ey made a lot of noise to scare him away. C  ey observed him without his knowledge. D  ey sprang into action without hesitation. 5  e members were certain that the man was an intruder when A he hid behind some bushes. B he closely observed a house. C he climbed over the front gate. D he was trying to break into the house. 6 How were the members of the neighbourhood patrol able to apprehend the intruder? A  ey caught him before he climbed over the wall. B  ey stopped him as he ran out of the house. C  ey surrounded him outside the house. D  ey shouted at him to stop. 7 How do you think the homeowner felt in the last paragraph? HOTS Analysing A Humiliated B Humbled C Shaken D Guilty 8 What do you think the homeowner most likely did after the incident? HOTS Analysing A He retracted his complaint. B He enhanced his home security system. C He issued an apology to the committee. D He reapplied for the neighbourhood security system. RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 39 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

Reading and Use of English 40 1 Practice 3 Read an extract from an article and choose the best answer A, B, C or D. After watching a documentary on skydiving, my interest was piqued. After a lot of thought, I decided to give it a try. First, I surfed the internet for more information. Next, I asked around for someone who was willing to go on this adventure with me.  e fi rst few people I asked, refused outright.  ey even wondered why I wanted to do it. When I fi nally got a ‘Yes!’ from Karen, I was not only ecstatic but also a little less afraid because I had a friend with me for the ride. Part of my research included fi nding out about skydiving centres. I read online reviews to help me identify what questions I should be asking the centres when I called them.  eir answers would help me pick a centre that I could trust and felt comfortable with. I fi nally chose one that met all the stringent safety guidelines and had good reviews too. After selecting the centre, Karen and I read everything we could get our hands on about skydiving for beginners. Even after knowing what to expect, I was still a bundle of nerves the day before the jump. As recommended, I didn’t over-indulge in food or over-stimulate myself physically. I relaxed because I knew my senses would be on overdrive the following day. I ate light meals and prepared snacks for the following day too. I had an early dinner and went to bed an hour earlier.  e following morning, I wore the recommended attire for skydiving.  is meant no pants with strings or clothes with accessories because they may fl ap wildly or be pulled off by the wind. I wore comfortable and wellfi tted trainers too. After Karen came over, we left. At the centre, we registered and then, listened carefully to the briefi ng. Karen and I had earlier decided to do tandem skydiving.  is meant that we each would be attached to a licensed skydiving instructor when we made the jump.  is was less frightening than a solo jump but scary nonetheless. After the briefi ng, I was introduced to my instructor. He put the harness on me and told me how to position my body; the ‘arch’ position, pelvis forward while keeping my chin high during free-fall and lift my legs when landing.  en, we got on the plane and the instructor invited us to enjoy the view. As I looked out of the window, my nervousness reduced as my excitement grew. We fl ew for about 20 minutes before we reached the right exit altitude.  e instructor checked all the harnesses again and then, we walked together to the door. I turned to look at Karen who had a big smile on her face. I returned her smile and gave her a thumbs up. When the door opened, we walked to the edge and jumped.  e next few seconds seemed like a dream. I later learnt that I was falling at about 200 km per hour. But I didn’t feel like I was falling, more like I was fl oating. After about 50 seconds, the instructor deployed the parachute.  e parachute ride gave me the opportunity to experience ‘fl ying’ and enjoy the beautiful landscape below. I got the chance to fl y the parachute just for a few seconds with the instructor’s help. As we approached land, the instructor took over and fl ew it almost like fl ying an aircraft. I remembered what I was supposed to do.  en, I gently touched down and slid on the ground. I lay on the ground for a few seconds before I got up and took off the harness. My adrenaline was still high and I was so proud of myself. As I thanked my instructor and began walking to a vehicle waiting to take us back to the centre, I saw Karen and her instructor land too. After she unhooked her harness, she came running towards me. We couldn’t stop talking about our experience for the next few days. We each had a picture capturing our moments free-falling. I will forever treasure the experience and remember how I felt while free-falling to spur me to try new things. RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 40 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

41 Reading and Use of English UNIT 1 • piqued (line 1) – got one’s attention • stringent (line 9) – strict • bundle of nerves (line 11) – extremely nervous/anxious • deployed (line 32) – made use of 1 In paragraph 2, what does the phrase get our hands on tells you about the writer and her friend? A  ey prepared themselves thoroughly on the subject of skydiving. B  ey couldn’t fi nd enough useful information about skydiving. C  ey visited many skydiving centres before they chose one. D  ey spent a lot of time talking about skydiving. 2 What is paragraph 3 mainly about? A What the writer did to prepare for her jump. B How the writer mentally prepared herself. C Steps to ensure one’s health and safety. D Tips to enjoy one’s fi rst skydive. 3 In paragraph 4, why did the writer and her friend choose tandem skydiving? A  ey would get guidance from a licensed skydiver. B  ey wouldn’t have to jump alone. C It required less training. D It was easier to do. 4 In paragraph 5, what was the proof that the writer was feeling happy and excited about the situation she was in? A She was able to enjoy the view. C She gave her friend a thumbs-up sign. B She was smiling during the fl ight. D Her harness was rechecked by the instructor. 5 How does the writer describe the moments before the parachute was deployed? A Like she was in a dream. C Like she was fl oating. B Like gliding in the air. D Like fl ying a plane. 6 What did the writer mean when she wrote what I was supposed to do? A Allow the instructor to take over fl ying the parachute. B Lift her legs up to prepare for landing. C Make sure the harness was still secure. D Get into the sliding position. 7 What lesson does the writer convey in the last paragraph? HOTS Analysing A Always take photographs as souvenirs of special moments. B Use a past experience to motivate you to venture further. C Always praise yourself when you achieve something. D Cherish special memories with your close friends. 8 What is the purpose of the writer writing the article? HOTS Analysing A To inspire others to skydive. B To highlight that skydiving is a safe activity. C To share her experience skydiving for the fi rst time. D To introduce others to the benefi ts of extreme sports. RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 41 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

Reading and Use of English 42 1 Practice 4 Read an extract from a magazine article and choose the best answer A, B, C or D.  e fi rst time I heard about the Orient Express was when I read Agatha Christie’s ‘Murder on the Orient Express’. I enjoyed the murder mystery but was just as interested in the setting of the story; the Orient Express. So I did some research. I found out that the Orient Express was a long-distance passenger service train that was launched on 4 October 1883. At fi rst, it was a normal international railway service but later its name became equated with luxury service and travel. Its original route took passengers from Paris to Constantinople, now known as Istanbul in Turkey. Everything inside the train—from its velvet curtains to the fi ne crystal glassware—screamed grandeur and comfort at a time when travelling was uncomfortable and dangerous.  e Orient Express stopped travelling to Istanbul in 1977, making its last stop at Bucharest, the capital city of Romania. In 1991, the service route was shortened again to Budapest, the capital city of Hungary. Later in 2001, the route was further shortened to end at Vienna, the capital of Austria. On 8 June 2007, the Orient Express operated for the last time from Paris to Vienna. After this, it took passengers from Strasbourg, a city in eastern France, to Vienna.  e Orient Express ceased operations on 14 December 2009.  ankfully, the Orient Express didn’t disappear all together. A private company called Belmond who operates luxury hotels, trains services and river cruises all over the world now off ers the Orient Express experience. Besides off ering luxury train journeys in the UK, Scotland, Ireland, the USA, East Asia and Peru, they run the Venice-Simplon-Orient Express (VSOE) train service.  e VSOE uses the original 1920s and 1930s carriages. It has routes from London to Venice and the original Orient Express route from Paris to Istanbul. Taking a journey on the VSOE is a chance to step back in time.  ere are placards that describe the history of each carriage. It is as much an adventure discovering the history and beauty inside the train as it is exploring the various stops along the route. While enjoying the scenic views of the European countryside during the trip, passengers can mingle with fellow passengers or even write postcards which will get a special VSOE stamp. Travelling on the VSOE is a once-in-a-lifetime experience so take time to document your time in the train. Take videos and photographs and remember to include yourself in them. Each moment is special and it starts when passengers board the train. Staff in uniform and white gloves wait at the platform to welcome passengers.  en, a steward shows each passenger to their cabin. A spotless antique-looking brown interior greets passengers when they step into their cabins. Besides a comfortable bed, there are beautiful, rich furnishings and upholstery.  ere are high-end toiletries to go with a working wash basin that provides hot and cold running water. Unless a passenger books one of the three grand suites, which has double beds, a small living space and an attached bathroom, all other passengers have to use the toilet at the end of each carriage. Robes and slippers are provided if passengers want to lounge in their cabins.  ough the cabins have a 1920s design, there are sockets to charge electronic devices. Another experience to savour is the food. All meals are prepared by French chefs using seasonal ingredients that are loaded onto the train at each stop. Food is inclusive of the fare but passengers have to pay extra for anything they order from the ala carte menu. Passsengers get a continental breakfast served in their cabins, tea and dinner daily.  ere are two dinner sittings; 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Passengers will be asked about their seating preference earlier in the day. If you’re travelling alone or with a companion, opt to sit with other travellers as it is great way to meet new people. As you enjoy what VSOE has to off er inside its carriages, don’t forget to take in the beautiful scenery outside. It moves at a slow speed of about 64 km per hour so you can enjoy the changing countryside leisurely. RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 42 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

43 Reading and Use of English UNIT 1 • grandeur (line 7) – magnificent style or appearance • ceased (line 13) – ended • high-end (line 32) – very good quality and more expensive 1 From paragraph 1, what did the writer do after completing the novel? A Find out the setting of the story. B Learn about the history of the Orient Express. C Look up information about the route of the Orient Express. D Discover how the Orient Express became synonymous with luxury. 2 In paragraph 2, what does the writer aim to highlight? A  e timeline of the changes in the Orient Express’ service route. B  e list of stops along the service route of the Orient Express. C World events that disrupted Orient Express’ operations. D Major moments in the history of the Orient Express. 3 In paragraph 4, which of the following allows passengers on the Orient Express to feel special? A  ey pass through scenic countryside. B  eir mail receives an exclusive stamp. C  ey are allowed to explore at length during each stop. D  ey are treated to activities to help them get to know one another. 4 In paragraph 5, we can conclude that the interior of each cabin off ers passengers A a cosy environment. C elegance and simplicity. B comfort and opulence. D all the modern conveniences. 5 From paragraph 5, which of the following highlights the contrast between old and modern? A Electrical sockets in a 1920s carriage. B Luxurious toiletries to use in a wash basin. C Attached bathroom versus common toilets. D Staff in uniform and white gloves versus passengers in robes. 6 In paragraph 6, what proves that the ingredients used in the food are fresh? A  ey are selected by trained chefs. B  ey are replenished at each train stop. C  ey are cooked in batches for each meal. D  ey are prepared as soon as a passenger places an order. 7 When are extra charges incurred on the passengers? A When they change their mealtime sitting. B When they choose to sit with other travellers. C When they want meals to be served in their cabins. D When they want something other than what is served. 8 What is the main idea of the article? HOTS Analysing A To introduce more people to the splendour of luxury travel. B To describe the writer’s experience travelling on the Orient Express. C To give readers a glimpse of what it is like to be on the Orient Express. D To educate readers on how much international railway travel has evolved. RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 43 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

Reading and Use of English 44 1 Practice 5 Read an extract from an article and choose the best answer A, B, C or D. For several years now, I have been donating to programmes that help save sea turtles. Even though my ultimate goal was to volunteer my time and eff ort, I was happy knowing that my contribution was being used to save turtles. But my goal became a reality when at 19, my parents agreed to let me volunteer at a sea turtle rescue centre in Bali. After getting their permission, I quickly went online and registered for the programme that I always had my eye on. After three long weeks, I received a reply. From then on, all I did was prepare for my three-month stint in Nusa Penida Island. After several months of preparing, it was time to leave for Bali.  e fl ight was uneventful and once I landed, I quickly sent a message to my parents telling them that I had arrived safely. I looked around for the representative from the centre and spotted a man holding a sign. I approached him and introduced myself. He did the same and looked for my name on a list.  en, he pointed towards a group of seven people and asked me to join them. I approached the group with a tentative smile on my face. Someone greeted me fi rst and then, I introduced myself. Soon everyone was taking turns to introduce themselves. After everyone on the list had arrived, we piled into a bus to the jetty so we could take a ferry to the island. I was so glad that the organisers gave us lunch before we got a briefi ng and a tour. It was already late evening when we were shown to our living quarters.  e wooden chalet-style accommodation was simple, clean and had comfortable beds. After breakfast the next morning, we were set to work.  e team leader divided us into groups. For the fi rst few weeks, I helped to care for the sick and injured adult turtles. Some turtles were rescued from nets and brought in by the fi shermen themselves.  ey had broken shells or wounds on their fl ippers. Some turtles were brought in by the police who had rescued them before they were sold in the illegal trade of turtle selling.  ey were kept in large tanks and slowly nursed back to health. Besides keeping the tanks clean, I also fed the turtles. My next duty landed me at the hatchery.  e hatchery is a large sandpit which is not only enclosed but also shaded. Here, clutches of turtle eggs are buried. Each clutch is marked and there is a small wire netting placed around each clutch for easy identifi cation. I got the chance to bury some eggs and help mark the nests too.  e best part of working at the hatchery was watching the baby turtles emerge from the sand pit.  en, I would gather the baby turtles and put them in a small tank.  e hatchlings were usually released on Fridays. And on one Friday, I got the honour to do it. A few of us, each carrying a pail with baby turtles, made our way to the beach. I asked someone to record the moment. As I watched the waves sweep the baby turtles into the sea, I said a silent prayer that they would all beat the odds and grow into adulthood and maybe return to this very beach, one day, to nest. Later that day, I watched the video again and couldn’t help smiling. I sent it to my parents who immediately replied with a ‘love’ emoji.  e next few weeks fl ew by and soon it was my last day at the centre. I was happy to go home but sad that my time at the centre was coming to an end. I can honestly say that there wasn’t a single thing I didn’t enjoy while at the centre. I not only loved the daily work but also the time I spent getting to know people.  at night, the organisers had a special dinner for the volunteers. It was a wonderful yet bittersweet night. Later, all the volunteers gathered in one chalet and talked until the wee hours because we knew that when morning came, everyone would be on their separate journey home. RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 44 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

45 Reading and Use of English UNIT 1 • piled into (line 14) – got into a vehicle in an unorganised manner • bittersweet (line 39) – pleasure with sadness 1 In paragraph 1, how do you know that the writer had plans to volunteer on an island? A He had been donating to the centre for years. B His application was being processed. C He had already researched about it. D His parents knew about this plan. 2 In paragraph 2, what does the phrase tentative smile on my face tell us about the writer’s feelings? A He was reluctant to join the group. B He was doubtful about his decision. C He wasn’t feeling very confi dent about meeting new people. D He was unsure if he was approaching the right group of people. 3 In paragraph 3, why did the writer feel relieved? A  e long journey had ended. B  e briefi ng and tour had fi nally started. C He was able to have some food after a long journey. D He was satisfi ed with the quality of the accommodations. 4 In paragraph 4, how did the writer keep busy? A He cleaned tanks and fed the turtles. B He removed nets stuck to the turtles. C He saved turtles before they were sold. D He treated the injuries on the turtles’ body. 5 In paragraph 5, which of the following tells you that the centre is really helping to save turtles? A  e baby turtles are released into the sea. B  e hatchery is large enough to accommodate a lot of eggs. C  e hatchery has increased the number of baby turtles born. D  e baby turtles are able to dig their way out of the sand safely. 6 Why do you think the writer sent a video to his parents? A So they knew he was safe. B To share a special moment with them. C So they had something to talk about later. D To make them aware about the work at the centre. 7 Why did the people at the centre organise a special dinner for the volunteers? A So they would feel appreciated. C So they could formally say goodbye to them. B To treat them for their hard work. D To showcase the local delicacies and culture. 8 What is the article mainly about? HOTS Analysing A An experience that changed the writer’s life. B  e writer’s experience at a turtle sanctuary. C  e writer’s contribution to help save turtles. D A trip that fulfi lled the writer’s long-time goal. RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 45 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

Reading and Use of English 46 1 Practice 6 Read an extract from an article and choose the best answer A, B, C or D. Ken and I were close all through primary school and about a year into secondary school.  en, something changed. I noticed that he started talking more about clothes, shoes and electronic devices. I realised that they were all the styles and brands that most of our peers were wearing or using at that time. I was surprised at his topic of conversation every time we met because he was never interested in fashion before. I wondered if his sudden interest in fashion had anything to do with trying to be like everyone else in school. I brought up the subject with him and asked if he was really into fashion. I didn’t want to suggest that he was only interested in something just because other students were into it. He insisted that his interests were changing and growing and I believed him. I always trusted Ken to make smart choices or seek good advice before making a decision. However, I had no way of knowing what turmoil he was experiencing. It didn’t help that he wasn’t talking freely with me like he used to. Most of our conversations were about what other students were doing. His free time wasn’t fi lled with his usual hobbies but spent at malls and cafes. I’m all for trying new activities but at the back of my mind, I was worried if there were other new things he was trying out. I had seen some of the students he hung out with smoke but thankfully, Ken wasn’t with them at that time. I knew something major was happening in Ken’s life when his schoolwork began to suff er. He had always been an above average student. He took schoolwork seriously and sometimes pushed me to work hard. I knew Ken had goals and one of them was pursuing his studies at university. Getting into a good university was already very competitive. Ken was unnecessarily jeopardising his future by neglecting his studies now. It was, then, I decided to have a serious talk with him. I was nervous about talking to Ken but I knew I had to at least try to fi nd out what was happening. When I asked him, he was quiet for a moment.  en, there was a look of relief on his face. He said that he knew his schoolwork was suff ering because he had been preoccupied with trying to fi t in. He said that he worried that he would be made fun of if he was diff erent from his peers. He told me he only wanted to make little changes to his clothes and try new activities. He never realised that thinking what others thought about him would overtake his life. I could sense that Ken was feeling embarrassed. I told him that he was strong and even with how his life had changed, he didn’t go down a self-destructive path like smoking, lying to his parents or playing truant. I told Ken that I had seen some of the students he hung out with smoke and asked him if he had ever done that. Ken said he knew that his new friends smoked and they were asking him to do it too. He had always refused but it was getting increasingly hard to keep putting them off .  ey were starting to make fun of him each time he came up with an excuse not to smoke. I was so happy to hear that Ken had stuck to his guns. I told him that and he smiled. He said that he never imagined trying to fi t in would unnecessarily put him in diffi cult situations. I praised Ken for making good choices even under pressure. And I told him that I was glad he trusted me enough to open up. I off ered to help him in any way possible. He thanked me and added that he realised that he was headed down an unhealthy path because the pressure was getting to be too much.  en, I saw a look of determination on his face. I knew, then, that things would get better for Ken. RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 46 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

47 Reading and Use of English UNIT 1 • turmoil (line 10) – a state of uncertainty • jeopardising (line 19) – putting someone at risk • stuck to his guns (line 33) – continued having own opinion about something even though others disagree with him 1 In paragraph 1, how does the writer feel about the changes he sees in his friend? A Disappointed C Puzzled B Annoyed D Angry 2 Why was the writer careful not to say outright that his friend was doing things to fi t in with his peers? A He didn’t want to off end his friend. B He didn’t feel he was ready to hear it. C He didn’t think it was right to make such an accusation. D He didn’t have enough information to come to that conclusion. 3 In paragraph 2, what did the writer say about his friend’s behaviour? A He was making poor choices. C He was acting out of the ordinary. B He was abandoning his friends. D He was indulging in unhealthy habits. 4 In paragraph 3, why did the writer feel he had to have a serious talk with his friend? A Ken was risking his future. B Ken wasn’t working as hard as before. C Ken wasn’t able to help him with his studies. D Ken was changing his future goals without thought. 5 In paragraph 4, what caused Ken to succumb to peer pressure? A To gain acceptance from others. B To avoid being teased by others. C To be among the popular students. D To avoid standing out for being diff erent. 6 What was the writer referring to when he used the phrase stuck to his guns? A Ken’s denial that his new friends smoked. B Ken’s steadfast decision not to try smoking. C Ken’s confession that he made poor choices. D Ken’s determination to be accepted by his peers. 7 How does the writer feel about his friend in the last paragraph? A Proud that he had shown good sense. B Happy he was on the road to recovery. C Grateful he asked for help before things got worse. D Disappointed he put himself in danger in the fi rst place. 8 What do you think the writer is trying to inform readers about in this story? HOTS Analysing A Everyone can fall victim to peer pressure. B Don’t change yourself to fi t in with others. C Good friends don’t force you to be like them. D Everyone makes mistake but learn from them. RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 47 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

Reading and Use of English 48 1 Gapped Text 1  is section appears in Part 4 of the SPM Bahasa Inggeris (1119/1) Paper 1. 2 It tests your understanding/comprehension of reading texts. 3 You are given a passage with six gaps/missing sentences. 4  ere are eight options given marked A to H. You have to choose the correct missing sentences from the eight options given.  ere are two extra sentences/options that you do not need. 5  is section carries 6 marks. Guidelines and Tips 1 Read the instructions.  en, read the options A to H. 2 Read the passage carefully. When you come to a gap, refer to the options given. Match the sentences (write the letter) with the gaps that you are sure about. Remember to fi nish all the matching before choosing your fi nal answers. 3 If you aren’t sure which sentence goes in the gap, leave it and continue reading. 4 If you think there are two sentences from the options that may fi t the gap, write both letters down and check again later. 5 Now, read the passage again. When you come to a gap that you aren’t sure about, read the sentences before and after the gap carefully.  ere will be a link between these sentences and the missing sentence. 6 See the example below. Read the paragraph given. For as long as I can remember, my father has been talking about going on a backpacking holiday. But the years fl ew by with him either working or busy taking care of the family.  en one day, he made an announcement. 1 C I was happy for my dad.  en, I blurted out, “Can I come?” I reminded him that I had just sat for my SPM examination and had a lot of free time. 2 A After I stopped talking, his mouth broke into a big smile and he said, “ at’s a fantastic idea!” A I added that I had some money saved for travelling. B We began making plans immediately. C He told us that he was going on a backpacking holiday. • To help you fi nd the correct missing sentence for (1), look at the sentence before the gap.  e word announcement is the clue. We know that the father is telling his family something. Option C gives more details about the father’s announcement. • To help you fi nd the correct missing sentence for (2), look at the sentence before the gap.  e speaker is giving a reason to join his father on the holiday. Option A has the phrase I added, which tells us that the speaker is giving the father another reason to let him join the trip. You can also look at the sentence after the gap. It uses a common reference word (personal pronoun) I.  is tells us that the sentence that matches the gap should also be about the speaker and have the personal pronoun I. 7 Once you have matched all the sentences with the gaps, read the passage again. Make sure that the missing sentence for each gap links with the sentence before and after. Now, write down your fi nal answers. RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 48 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

49 Reading and Use of English UNIT 1 Questions 1 to 6 are based on an article about a boy's fi rst backpacking holiday with his father. Six sentences have been removed from the article. Choose from the sentences A to H the one which fi ts each gap (1 to 6).  ere are two extra sentences which you do not need to use. example My First Backpacking Holiday My father had been talking about going on a backpacking holiday for a long time. When he fi nally announced that he was going to Cambodia, I asked if I could join him. My father thought about it for a moment and then, agreed. We arrived in the capital of Cambodia late one Sunday evening. We went straight to our hostel. Our room was clean and most importantly, our beds were comfortable.  e next morning after breakfast, we explored the city of Phnom Penh. 1 C  e structures on the grounds were magnifi cent and beautiful. Next, we went to the Independence Monument and joined a walking tour. 2 H It was a long walk but I didn’t mind at all because the weather was fi ne and the view of the Mekong River was scenic. I only realised how tired I was when my father and I got to our room. I had a bath and went to sleep. In the morning, my father and I woke up late. We visited two museums and then, returned to our hostel room to prepare for the next leg of our trip. 3 A After travelling a distance of over 350 km, we arrived at our destination.  e journey was uncomfortable and I didn’t sleep well but the thought of what was waiting for us at Siem Reap more than made up for it. After a quick stop to bathe and change at our hostel room, we took a tuk-tuk to the Angkor Archaeological Park. 4 D My father bought a multi-day pass and rented bicycles so we could explore on our own. My father and I were speechless when we fi rst looked at Angkor Wat. 5 E As I explored the temple up close, I was glad that I had read a little about its history and features. I also understood why it is not only one of the seven wonders of the world but also a UNESCO Heritage Site.  e decorative features and carvings on the walls depicted historical events and mythological stories. 6 G As my father and I leisurely explored the temple, I realised that I was living a oncein-a-lifetime experience that I know both of us would never forget. A Later that day, we had a 12-hour bus trip to Siem Reap. E  e fi rst word that came to my mind was ‘grand’. B  e 3-km broadwalk was along the famous river. F It was easier getting around the park on bicycles. C We visited the Royal Palace, the main attraction in the city. G I felt like I had stepped back in time. D We planned to explore Angkor Wat and the Banyon Temple at Angkor  om. H After a late lunch, we went for a stroll along Sisowath Quay. RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 49 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

Reading and Use of English 50 1 Answers and Analysis No. Answer Analysis 1 C  e word city in the sentence before the gap links to Option C.  ey were going to visit the Royal Palace which was also located in the city. 2 H  e travellers went for a long walk (sentence after).  e phrase long walk in the sentence after refers to the phrase stroll along Sisowath Quay in Option H.  e word stroll means to walk in a leisurely way. 3 A  e phrase next leg of our trip in the sentence before the gap is the clue. So we know that the travellers are going somewhere.  e phrase 12-hour bus trip to Siem Reap in Option A connects it with the sentence before. 4 D  e phrase Angkor Archaeological Park in the sentence before the gap tells us that the missing sentence should have details about the places (Angkor Wat and Angkor  om) they are going to visit in the park. 5 E  e speaker described his fi rst impression of Angkor Wat in the sentence before and the word speechless is the clue.  e speaker didn’t say anything at fi rst because he was in awe. So the next sentence should refer to his  rst word (clue in Option E). 6 G In the sentence before the gap, the clue is historical events which refer to things that happened in the past. Option G has the phrase back in time which also refers to the past.  erefore, these phrases show that the sentences link. RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 50 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

51 Reading and Use of English UNIT 1 SPM Practices Practice 1 Questions 1 to 6 are based on an article about why a student likes reading detective stories. Six sentences have been removed from the article. Choose from the sentences A to H the one which fi ts each gap (1 to 6).  ere are two extra sentences which you do not need to use. Why I Like Reading Detective Stories My favourite type of book to read is detective stories. A detective story is part of the crime and mystery genre. In a detective story, a detective or an investigator looks for clues, gathers evidence and puts the pieces together in order to solve a crime.  e detective can be a professional like Arthur Conan Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes. 1  e investigator may be a lovable amateur sleuth like Miss Marple, a small-town elderly spinster, a character created by Agatha Christie or Veronica Mars, a schoolgirl whose father is a private detective, a character created by Rob  omas.  ere are many reasons people read detective stories. 2 Basically, a detective story has what seems like a perfect crime, wrongly-accused suspects, an intelligent detective and a series of unexpected sequence of events that ends with the detective revealing the identity of the culprit. Here in lies the reasons I like reading detective stories. 3 He or she is smart, observant and sometimes, witty. I like a character who can outplay an equally intelligent criminal.  e criminal has to be clever enough to stay ahead of the detective, at least for a short time. It is entertaining as well as mentally stimulating to read about two interesting characters. Second, a detective story consists of a storyline where all the suspects of the crime are introduced in the beginning of the story. But as the story progresses, the detective proves their innocence. I can fi gure out how the crime was committed or who did it along with the detective. 4  ird, the writer of a good detective story presents, to the readers, all the clues that the detective discovers.  e clues may not be made available directly but presented in the writer’s choice of words. I like reading between the lines to appreciate what the writer is really trying to say. 5 Finally, a detective story ends with a logical explanation.  e detective explains how the crime happened, hence solves the case, in a way that makes sense. 6 It teaches me how to think critically by using evidence and clues, instead of letting preconceived ideas cloud my judgement. A I enjoy reading how things are solved in a logical manner. E First, the detective always possesses interesting qualities. B But the reasons are connected to the elements of a detective story. F He may be a retired policeman like Agatha Christie’s Hercule Poirot. C I get to follow the investigation process closely. G I like the chance of being an armchair sleuth. D I get the chance to learn new words and expand my knowledge. H Sometimes, the detective has an odd habit. RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 51 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

Reading and Use of English 52 1 Practice 2 Questions 1 to 6 are based on a reply to a reader’s question in the Tech Help section in the newspaper. Six sentences have been removed from the reply. Choose from the sentences A to H the one which fi ts each gap (1 to 6).  ere are two extra sentences which you do not need to use. Computer or Console Games Hi, Confused Gamer! You want to know which is better; a computer game or a console game.  at is a great question! Both have their pros and cons, so let’s look at the main factors to help you make your choice.  e fi rst point to consider is the cost of the games. 1 And the reason for this is that online game stores have to compete for your money so they will off er lower prices. Meanwhile, the console game universe is a closed platform. In addition, a game publisher often gives a big discount to older games while some give them away in order to create interest in newer versions of the games. Having said that, there is a wider range of games available on a computer than on a console. Besides the large number, some games are exclusive to computers. For example, ‘League of Legends’ and ‘World of Warcraft’ are games you will never be able to play on a console. 2 Another factor in favour of computer gaming is its hardware. 3  is translates to better graphics settings and smoother play than a console. But a gaming computer hardware doesn’t come cheap! For example, a gaming computer that off ers the same resolution output as a console game, costs double. Seasoned gamers I have spoken to say that playing using a keyboard and a mouse increases the speed, control and accuracy. 4 Playing computer games is cost eff ective too. In order to play a multi-player game on a console, you have to pay a yearly membership fee.  e fee may be low but in the long run, you will be spending a lot of money. 5 On the other hand, it is easy to use a console and you can sit comfortably on a sofa to do it. 6 In addition, it is also set up for multi-player games so you can easily play with your friends. I hope these points will help ease your decision process. Yours sincerely, Tech Help A Computer gamers spend less because they don’t need to pay to play games online. E Computer games are cheaper than console games. B On the other hand, aiming is slower and inaccurate with a console joystick. F  e most amount of money you will have to spend is on the hardware. C Likewise, there are games available only on consoles. G You don’t have to upgrade its hardware either. D Just head to an online store to get a variety of computer games. H  e hardware of a gaming computer is far superior than a console. RE SPM English-Unit 1.indd 52 13/04/2023 2:36 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

228 SPM SPM Model Test When Napoleon Hill was a boy, he wanted to become a writer. However, he was poor and could not aff ord a formal education. His friends told him it was impossible to realise his dream. Napoleon saved as much money as he could and bought a dictionary. He then took out a pair of scissors and cut out the word “impossible” from the dictionary and threw it away. Not only did he become a great writer of motivational books but he also became a millionaire. Paper 1 Reading and Use of English Time: 1 hour 30 minutes [40 marks] Part 1 [8 marks] Questions 1 to 8 are based on the given stimuli. Study the information and choose the best answer A, B or C. 1  e purpose of this text is A to encourage everyone to become a writer. B to tell a story about a man who became a millionaire. C to motivate others to think that nothing is impossible. 2 Which of the following statements is true? A Four Malayan tigers have been released into the forest. B  e number of Malayan tigers has declined from the 1950s. C  e World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) conducted a survey recently. PETALING JAYA:  e Malayan tiger is on the verge of extinction. In the 1950s, an estimated 3,000 Malayan tigers prowled the forests of Malaysia. However, according to a national survey, there are only 130 to 140 Malayan tigers left in the wild today.  e World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Malaysia revealed that there have been recent sightings of four Malayan tigers, which show promising signs of improvement for the species. More needs to be done to ensure the species survives and thrives in our country’s tropical rainforests. Source: https://www.malaymail.com RE SPM English-Model Test.indd 228 13/04/2023 2:25 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

229 model TEST SPM 3 Which of the following statements is true? A Raja and Shanti are going to take part in the competition. B Participants need to send their drawings or paintings by email. C Participants need to email their artwork by 12 a.m. on 17 October. Here you go, Raja. All the best! Raja, did you read this fl yer about an online art competition? No, Shanti. How does it work? Well, all you need to do is email your drawing or painting to the given email address provided in the fl yer.  e deadline to submit your artwork is at 12 noon on 17 October. You are not required to send the hard copy of your artwork.  at's in two months’ time. Do you have an additional fl yer, Shanti? I am keen on participating. EASYLIFT THE BESTSELLING HOME LIFT Awarded Best Home Lift 2023 • Smooth and quiet in operation • Low power usage • No risk of being trapped • Low maintenance • Custom-made in Malaysia • Advanced safety measures  is exclusive product is brought to you by: Malaysian Engineering Sdn. Bhd.  e Lift Specialist since 1988 Plaza Hartamas, Kuala Lumpur. 4 Which of the following statements is true about the advertisement? A Easylift has been awarded best home lift since 1988. B  e lift makes a lot of noise if one is trapped in it. C  is lift is specifi cally made in Malaysia. RE SPM English-Model Test.indd 229 13/04/2023 2:25 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

230 SPM 5 From the report, we know that A the sale of vehicles has been the same for August and September 20__. B 315,863 vehicles were produced and assembled in Malaysia until September. C there was an increase of 6.9% in the sale of vehicles in the fi rst nine months of 20__. SALE OF VEHICLES IN SEPTEMBER 20__ • A total of 51,422 passenger vehicles and 5,022 commercial vehicles were sold in September. •  ere was a 6.9% increase or 3,644 more vehicles sold compared with the same category in August. •  e increase in sales was largely due to the ongoing promotions by car companies and government sales tax exemption that ends in December. • In the fi rst nine months of 20__, 315,863 vehicles were produced and assembled in Malaysia. 6 Which of the following statements is true about the candidate in the advertisement? A Must be willing to travel daily to attend training. B Must be able to communicate well. C Must agree to work long hours. IMMEDIATE VACANCY  ere is a vacancy for a goldsmith in One and Only Gold shop in Sunway Mall. Requirements: • At least 18 years of age • Willing to work long hours • No experience needed as training will be provided • Able to commence work immediately Please send your resume to: [email protected] by 6 June. 7  e following tips are suitable for A wives who have violent husbands. B children who are often abused by parents. C people who are abusive and like to bully others. • Trust yourself – Trust your instincts and protect yourself until you are out of danger. • Plan easy exits – Head to this exit when the argument starts to get heated. • Avoid parts of the house with sharp objects – Avoid fi ghting in the kitchen. • Spare phone – Always keep a spare phone with important contacts saved in it. • Tell someone – Inform neighbours of your situation and ask them to call the police when they hear or see disturbance in the house. Avoiding Domestic Violence RE SPM English-Model Test.indd 230 13/04/2023 2:25 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

231 model TEST SPM Part 2 [10 marks] Questions 9 to 18 are based on the following passage. Read the text below and choose the best answer A, B, C or D to fi ll in each blank. The Story of Valentineʼs Day Do you know the story of Valentine’s Day? In the early days of Rome, fi erce wolves roamed the woods nearby.  e Romans called upon one of (0) their gods, Lupercus, to keep the wolves away. A festival (9) in honour of Lupercus was celebrated on the 15th of February.  is festival (10) celebrated as a spring festival.  eir calendar was diff erent at that time, (11) February falling in early spring time. One of the customs of the young people was name-drawing.  is custom was (12) as early as the fourth century B.C.  rough this custom, the Romans (13) in an annual young man’s rite to passage to the Good Lupercus. On the eve of the festival of Lupercalia, the names of teenage Roman girls were (14) on slips of paper and placed into jars.  ese slips of paper were drawn at random (15) adolescent men.  e girl whose name was (16) was to be his sweetheart for the year. Sometimes, the pairing of the children lasted an entire year and often, they would fall in love and would later marry. Under the rule of Emperor Claudius 11, Rome was involved in many vicious and unpopular campaigns. He did not allow Roman soldiers to marry or become engaged as he (17) that his soldiers would want to stay home with their families instead of fi ghting his wars. Valentine was a priest (18) Europe who defi ed the Emperor’s decree and secretly married the young couples. After Valentine was put to death, Valentine’s Day was celebrated to honour Valentine, who was named a saint. Source: http://homepages.rootsweb.com CUSTOMER NOTICE Dear Customers, In the best interest of our team and customers, and in accordance with government guidelines, we have closed until further notice. We will keep you updated on our reopening through our social media platforms. Let’s play our part in reducing the spread of COVID-19 and adhere to the social distancing measures. We wish to thank all the frontline staff who are working round the clock to treat the patients. MANAGEMENT OF NAOMI MALL 8 Which of the following is true about the notice? A  e staff of Naomi Mall will help the frontline staff . B  e mall is closed until there are no more cases of COVID-19. C Customers will be informed of the mall’s reopening on social media platforms. RE SPM English-Model Test.indd 231 13/04/2023 2:25 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

232 SPM 0 A he B she C our D their 9 A hold B held C holds D holding 10 A is B are C was D were 11 A in B by C with D among 12 A practise B practised C practising D practises 13 A involved B included C engaged D represented 14 A exposed B scribbled C drawn D written 15 A by B at C for D into 16 A fetched B chosen C exhibited D elected 17 A fear B fears C feared D fearing 18 A in B at C for D with Part 3 [8 marks] Questions 19 to 26 are based on the following passage. Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer A, B, C or D. Childhood Games At a later stage in our growing up, there were three periods in the day, when we children would normally be released by our parents for play, or when we would be expected to be playing.  e fi rst came during the morning and mid-day hours when we would play at a grazing ground. With a huge wide fi eld before us, we herd-boys would still make use of toys, especially bows and arrows and catapults.  is was my favourite ‘game’. We would aim at a particular target … a bush, a tree, a rock, a bird … and attempt to hit it. Whoever hits the target at fi rst attempt would be exempted from some of the numerous duties that had to do with herding.  is was the time when and the place where we also organised ‘bull-fi ghting’, using ‘bulls’ made out of clay, viyumba (banana ends) or luseso (a certain tough grass). In the fi elds too, we would play idiolo and ikhuya, which resemble the Western game of hockey except that maize cobs were used instead of balls.  is was the time when, out of green branches, we would build madili, or temporary houses, and pretend we were sheltering, sleeping or even cooking in them. We would also practise ‘warring’ tactics, which sometimes included being forced by the group to remain in the rain as long as it lasted, to swim across the fairly fast-fl owing river Yala in order to escape from an attack by other youngsters, to climb a thorn tree or to run through a prickly bush. Sometimes out of the mouth of the biggest youngster in the group would come the music of isukudi, when we would all be required to dance. While the boys were out on the grazing fi eld, the girls would usually be helping their mothers in the gardens or at home, or occupying themselves with ‘house-keeping’ play somewhere nearby in the compound. RE SPM English-Model Test.indd 232 13/04/2023 2:25 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

233 model TEST SPM Even today, idako youngsters still fi nd time to go into the open fi eld and practise most of these games.  ey still go out to hunt birds and small animals, to fi sh along the streams or to slide down a slope while seated on a slippery portion of a banana tree. In my day, we would do most of these things near a stream or a spring so we could have a bath afterwards. Nowadays, many of the younger participants, at least, go home for their nurses or mothers to bathe them.  e second of the play periods would come later in the day. After we had come back from herding, and the girls had returned from the gardens, we would gather at an open area again, this time, usually around four o’clock, might be a kind of tennis for boys and perhaps throwing-and-catching for girls, both groups making use of banana balls.  is would go on till supper time. After supper, we would gather for our third play adventure of the day, this time at our tsisimba. For a brief period, boys and girls would mix to play kongolo, a game related to some childless beast which we meant to kill its friends’ children. We would also take part together in hide-and-seek games. As it got darker, however, we would be asked by our guardians to separate. At our separate tsisimba, we would sometimes engage in story-telling; sometimes in ing’ombe, discovering by guesswork in which hand an object had been hidden; or in shitandawill-ndega, which included riddles.  is was frequently a time also for listening to direct instructions from our guardians.  e boys would remain outdoors a little longer to do traditional dances involving shilemba, a traditional burial of an important old man, or bukhulu, that which pertains to circumcision rituals. Source: “ e Valley Between” by Joseph A. Lijembe 19 In paragraph 1, what happens when someone hits the target at fi rst attempt? A He will be allowed a particular target with bows, arrows and catapults. B He would be exempted from some of the duties to do with herding. C He will have three periods in the day to play. D He will be released by his parents for play. 20 In paragraph 2, which of the following is not included in the “warring” tactics? A Forced to remain in the rain as long as it lasted. B Play hockey with maize cobs instead of balls. C Swim across the fairly fast-fl owing river. D Run through a prickly bush. 21 In paragraph 3, what would the girls be doing while the boys were on the grazing fi eld? A  ey would be waiting for the boys nearby the compound. B  ey would be helping their mothers at home. C  ey would be gardening with their mothers. D  ey would be keeping house at home. 22 In paragraph 4, where do the young participants take their bath nowadays? A At home. B In the spring. C In the stream. D On a banana leaf. 23 Which of the following statements is true about the second play period? A It ended around four o’clock. B  e girls gathered after supper time. C  e boys played a kind of tennis with banana balls. D Only the boys were allowed to play with banana balls. RE SPM English-Model Test.indd 233 13/04/2023 2:25 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

234 SPM 24 Which of the following games were the boys and girls allowed to play together? A Kongolo C Idiolo and ikhuya B Viyumba D Shitandawill-ndega 25 Which of the following shows that the boys and girls were treated diff erently? A Only the boys were allowed to play hide-and-seek games. B  e boys were allowed to remain outdoors a little longer. C  e girls have to perform traditional dances in their tsisimba. D  e girls have to listen to direct instructions from their guardians. 26 What is the purpose of writing this article? A To discuss the three stages of growing up. B To diff erentiate life in the olden days and at present times. C To show that girls and boys enjoy playing traditional games. D To describe games played by the writer with his friends when they were young. Part 4 [6 marks] Questions 27 to 32 are based on an article about ways to boost your self-confi dence. Six sentences have been removed from the article. Choose from the sentences A to H the one which fi ts each gap (27 to 32).  ere are two extra sentences which you do not need to use. Tips to Boost Your Self-Con dence Do you feel like you have no confi dence? Do you feel too shy to ask for the things you need? Are you too scared to try something new? Worry no more. Low self-confi dence can stop us from getting the most out of our opportunities. If your self-confi dence needs a bit of a boost, try out these three useful tips. Firstly, start small. If you are shy, it is highly unlikely that you are going to change overnight. 27 Set yourself a big goal and then break down the little steps you need to take to get there. For example, if you fi nd it diffi cult to meet new people, try reconnecting with old friends whom you have not seen in years. 28 You can slowly up your game till you can walk into a room where you know one or two people out of dozens. Secondly, write a victory diary. When you feel nervous about something, it becomes the focus of your attention.  is means your failure to speak up at a meeting becomes somehow more important than the time when you actually did speak up. 29  is can be done by keeping a victory diary. It’s not boasting; it’s boosting. Finally, rope in a confi dent friend as a mentor. A little bit of encouragement goes a long way. 30 Your friend can act as your mentor until you feel confi dent to do things on your own.  is person might even be someone from your class, workplace or a friend.  e best mentors will guide you and help you grow by sharing their knowledge and wisdom with you. It is important to have self-confi dence especially when we are trying out something for the fi rst time. 31 We do not know how they actually feel behind their brave front. In future, remember to follow the three tips given. 32 However, keep persevering and after trying these tips a few times, you will see that your self-confi dence is improving. You might even end up mentoring someone else in the future. RE SPM English-Model Test.indd 234 13/04/2023 2:25 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

235 model TEST SPM A It might be diffi cult to follow them in the beginning. E  en, meet one new person in a group of old friends. B You need to raise your awareness of all the positive events. F Being shy is a normal part of life. C Not everyone is brave and daring as we perceive them to be. G Small and steady is the way to go. D Ask someone whose confi dence you admire to give you a boost. H Many people have encountered this problem. Part 5 [8 marks] Questions 33 to 40 are based on the following texts. Read the texts below and answer the questions that follow. Ways Teenagers Handled Stress during the Pandemic  ere was a lot of uncertainty about the SPM examination that year but I learnt to accept it. I learnt to slow down. My schedule was usually overloaded since my free time revolved around my online classes. I had to be more disciplined and learnt to prioritise. I chose to do things that were most important to me and kept the others aside. A ANITA, Cheras In the beginning, I was so excited with so many extra holidays but later, I felt really stressed out. I preferred face-to-face classes instead of online classes.  ere were times I had problems with the internet connection; hence, I missed out on the classes.  at was when I realised how silly I had been not to pay attention in class. B ROHAYATI, Shah Alam I missed my classmates. I tried to think positive and did whatever I could to prepare for my examination. Of course, there were times I wished to go back to school as normal but I was preparing myself for the worst-case scenario. I tried not to let any negative comments get me down. C CECELIA, Klang I think I was lucky that I had some classmates staying nearby my house. We still had our study group and met up once in a while. Most of the time we discussed our problems on Google Meet. I also learnt to eat well. I was able to avoid sweet drinks and salty food with chemical additives which I used to buy from the school canteen. D LIM CHIEW TING, Sentul RE SPM English-Model Test.indd 235 13/04/2023 2:25 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

236 SPM I am an outdoor person and I love to play games. During the pandemic, I had to make do and exercise at home. Exercise releases endorphins which are the good hormones that make me feel good. I set realistic goals for myself and accepted the situations that I could not change. I did my best to do well in my examination. E PARAMASIVAN, Kajang My classmates and I used to have so much fun in school. Whenever anyone had any problems, we would talk about them and tried to look for suitable solutions to overcome the problems. During the lockdown, I learnt to keep things in perspective. I usually stepped back and saw the whole picture and realised that an overwhelming problem might not be that bad anyway. F MANJIT KAUR, Banting Questions 33 to 36 Using the information given, which text (A to F) describes the following experiences of handling stress? Statement Paragraph 33 I was very happy with the extra holidays initially. 34 I feel lucky to have classmates in the same neighbourhood. 35 I have accepted the situation and set realistic goals. 36 I have learnt to set priorities. Questions 37 to 40 Using words from the texts, complete the summary below. Choose no more than one word for each blank. How Teenagers Managed Stress  e COVID-19 pandemic had caused a lot of uncertainty to many students around the world, especially those who were preparing for their SPM examination. Some students found their schedule to be (37) and their leisure time revolved around online classes. One student mentioned that staying (38) and preparing for the examination was one way to handle the uncertainty during the lockdown. While some learnt to prioritise, others regretted for not concentrating in class.  e pandemic taught students to eat healthily and keep themselves fi t by exercising at home. Exercise releases (39) which are the feel-good hormones. Another student said problems could be solved by keeping things in (40) and seeing the whole picture. RE SPM English-Model Test.indd 236 13/04/2023 2:25 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

237 model TEST SPM Paper 2 Writing Time: 1 hour 30 minutes [60 marks] Part 1 [20 marks] You must answer this question. Question 1 You received an email from your friend, Harminder, who has just moved to a new school in a diff erent town. Hello, I am thinking of taking part in an essay writing contest. I know you are very good in writing essays and I need your suggestion. I am supposed to write about an unsung hero. Who should I write about? Why should I write about this person? What should I say about my unsung hero? I will be waiting for your reply. Bye and take care! Write an email to your friend in about 80 words in the space provided. Write your answer below. To: [email protected] Subject: My Unsung Hero RE SPM English-Model Test.indd 237 13/04/2023 2:25 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

238 SPM Part 2 [20 marks] You must answer this question. Question 2 Your class has been discussing what to buy for your class teacher for Teachers’ Day. Your class monitor has asked you to write an essay about what you would suggest as a perfect Teachers’ Day present. In your essay, you should write about: • what you would suggest buying • reasons for your choice • where you can buy this gift Use all the notes above and give reasons for your point of view. Write your essay in 125 – 150 words in an appropriate style. RE SPM English-Model Test.indd 238 13/04/2023 2:25 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

239 model TEST SPM Part 3 [20 marks]  ere are three questions in this part. Answer one question. Write your answer in 200 – 250 words in an appropriate style in the space provided. Write the question number in the box at the top of the answer space. Question 3 You saw this notice on the board outside the school library. Articles wanted! My Dream School • state the type of school you would like to go to • describe the special facilities your school should have • mention how you would feel if you were able to study in your dream school We will publish the articles in the school magazine. Write your article. Question 4 You recently saw this notice in a magazine. Reviews required! Have you watched any interesting television shows lately? Send us your movie review. Say what you enjoyed about the movie. Would you recommend the movie to your friends? Why? Send us your review.  e best reviews will be published in our newsletter. Write your review. Question 5 Your teacher has asked you to write a story for the school magazine.  e story must begin with the following words:  e chilly air in the night blew softly ... In your story, you must: • describe the alien • talk about how the character met the alien Write your story. RE SPM English-Model Test.indd 239 13/04/2023 2:25 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

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Listening Script 241 LISTENING SCRIPT Unit 4 Listening SPM Practices Part 1 – Short Dialogues/Monologues Practice 1 Question 1 You hear a woman talking about volunteering. Volunteering is a very rewarding experience. It can change lives including your own. Sometimes you may feel like you want to help others, but you don’t have the money.  erefore, another way to help is to give your time instead. First, ask yourself what really interests you or what you feel most passionate about. Some organisations set a certain amount of time for volunteers, so it is important to know if you can commit to the hours. Question 2 You hear a newscaster talking about insects that do not sleep. Have you ever heard that some animals and insects do not need any sleep? Butterfl ies, fl ies and goldfi sh are examples of species that do not sleep every day. At times, we see them being stationary, but this does not mean that they are sleeping.  eir body temperatures decrease, and as a result they cannot move. Is it surprising? What about us? Do you think we can survive without any sleep? Question 3 You hear a student talking about her retiring headmistress.  e way she cares for each of us is what we’ll miss of her the most. She is not only a teacher, but also a mother and friend to all of us. She is a bold and courageous leader. Her dynamic leadership as well as her willingness to accept and enforce new ideas have helped the school in many ways. She is a driver who motivates the school to believe and expect that all things are possible. Question 4 You hear a radio announcer talking about a carnival. Come and have a taste of what modern countryside living could be for you and your loved ones at the Kubang Estates Country Carnival. Take a ride on the fl ying fox and hot-air balloon or take the zorb ball for a spin. For even more excitement, there will be lucky draws where hundreds of purchase vouchers are waiting to be won.  e most exciting event will be the talent time show. Question 5 You hear a student talking about 21st century learning.  e classes are fun and we learn better because we work with our classmates in a group. It brings out our creativity and boosts our confi dence especially when we make presentations in class. Apart from confi dence, we also have a better relationship with our classmates and teachers. I think the traditional teaching method hasn’t been as eff ective for many of my friends. Listening Script RE SPM English-Listening.indd 241 13/04/2023 2:28 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

Listening Script 242 Question 6 You hear a man talking about clinics in supermarkets. Clinics are found in some supermarkets so as to attract customers. However, they should not be housed in supermarkets. It is because supermarkets are places that are always crowded with people.  us, the air would not be fresh. In this circumstance, patients going to these clinics may further be infected with more diseases. Clinics must be opened in places where there is fresh air with fewer crowds of people. Question 7 You hear a nutritionist talking about healthy eating. It is important to start practising healthy eating from your teenage years. Calorie intake for a teen diff ers according to gender, age and fi tness level. Snacking is a big part of a teenager’s life. However, instead of snacking on junk food, try dried or frozen fruits, or raw vegetables with dip. Granola bars and crackers are also healthy options. You can have some yoghurt or a sugar-free smoothie. Practice 2 Question 1 You hear a girl talking to her mother. Mum, my school is organising a jungle trekking trip at Pahang Rainforest after our SPM. We will go there by bus. Many of us never had the chance to explore the jungle, so the trip will teach us survival skills in the wild. But I really want to go on this trip to relax and enjoy myself after burning the midnight oil for several months. Can I go, Mum? Question 2 You hear a school counsellor talking about the benefi ts of play. Let your children play. It has been found that by playing a role or a game, your children will learn social skills, etiquette and some moral values.  rough play, they can understand the world around them through trial and error.  ey also learn to make better decisions and develop their creativity and imagination. Play helps to build children’s self-worth and enables them to feel good about themselves. Question 3 You hear two ladies talking about their children. Mrs Chan : No matter what I say, my son won’t lift a fi nger at home. He leaves his dirty clothes on the fl oor and doesn’t even wash his plate after eating. Mrs Lee : Do you know what I do with my daughter in a situation like this? I give an ultimatum. I tell my daughter “If you do that again, you will not be able to play any video games for a week.” Question 4 You hear a newscaster talking about the Zoom video app. Everyone knows Zoom by now.  is online video app became very popular during the COVID-19 pandemic as a platform for teachers and students to communicate online. It is easy to use and has a free option for hosting a meeting to up to 40 minutes.  ere is another option available which is OnZoom.  is app needs to be subscribed by users to hold yoga classes, concerts and music lessons. RE SPM English-Listening.indd 242 13/04/2023 2:28 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.

Listening Script 243 LISTENING SCRIPT Question 5 You hear a lady talking about online shopping. I love shopping online. You can shop in the comfort of your home. I do not have to fi nd a parking space or experience traffi c jams. I also do not have to walk a few fl oors to fi nd what I like or join long queues at the cashier. I just need to browse the online stores, compare the prices and products and make my purchases. Question 6 You hear a teenager talking about Greta  unberg. Greta  unberg is a 17-year-old Swedish teenager who believes that ‘You are never too small to make a diff erence’. She called on other teenagers to participate in the ‘School Strike for Climate’ after learning about climate catastrophes when she was only 10. She also delivered a passionate speech telling world leaders that they are treating Mother Earth nothing more than a dead matter. Question 7 You hear a woman talking about how a car knocked her down. I was crossing Jalan SK 15/B at the traffi c lights in front of Bank ABC when a car appeared from nowhere and hit me.  e car appeared to be speeding along the street and could not stop when the traffi c light turned red.  e car hit me and came to a halt at the next junction. I fell on the road. Practice 3 Question 1 You hear an announcer talking about the Rainforest World Music Festival.  e Rainforest World Music Festival (often abbreviated as RWMF) is a music festival held in Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia. It is held for three days to celebrate the diversity of world music with music workshops, cultural displays, craft displays, food stalls and concerts. It is a major event that is held on an annual basis.  is festival features a wide range of performances from traditional music, to world fusion and contemporary world music. Question 2 You hear a deejay talking about ghosts. According to  e International Ghost Hunters Society, ghosts are everywhere, such as in old creepy houses and old cemeteries. Ghosts haunt not only old places but new buildings and homes too. Many old theatres have interesting histories that may contribute to the likelihood that there are spirits there. Historic buildings, because of age, have had more time to have spirits attach to them. So, friends, ghosts can be found anywhere. Question 3 You hear a woman talking about fossilisation.  e word ‘fossil’ is actually derived from the Latin word ‘fossilis’ which means an object that has been dug up from the ground.  ey are remains of animals or plants such as shells, bones or even leaves that are preserved in the rocks of the earth.  ey can also be tracks, burrows or other impressions of past life on Earth. Fossilisation is the process that turns a once living thing into a fossil. RE SPM English-Listening.indd 243 13/04/2023 2:28 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.