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Unit 1 Grammar Component 1 • Nouns 1 • Articles 2 • Subject-Verb Agreement 3 • Adjectives 4 • Adverbs 7 • Pronouns 8 • Tenses 10 • ‘If’ Conditional 11 • Prepositions 13 • Conjunctions 15 • Modal Verbs 16 • Gerunds and Infinitives 17 Unit 2 Reading Component 34 • Short Texts 35 • Information Transfer 54 • Reading (True/False & Short Answer) 73 • Reading (Gapped Text) 105 Unit 3 Writing Component 122 • Short Communicative Message 123 – Messages/Notes 123 – Postcards 130 – Emails 136 – Informal Letters 143 • Note Expansion 150 – Formal Letters 151 – Speeches/Talks 156 – Articles 161 – Reports 166 – Recounts 171 – Descriptions 177 – Stories 182 – Processes and Procedures 187 – Opinions 193 – Reports based on Graphs and Charts 198 Unit 4 Literature Component 203 • Form 1 – Poem: Sad I Ams 204 Poem: News Break 207 Short Story: Fair’s Fair 210 Graphic Novel: Swiss Family Robinson 214 Graphic Novel: King Arthur 218 Graphic Novel: 20,000 Leagues under the Sea 223 • Form 2 – Poem: My Hero 227 Poem: What is Red? 230 Short Story: Cheat! 233 Drama: A Night Out 236 • Form 3 – Poem: The Day the Bulldozers Came 239 Poem: Poisoned Talk 242 Novel: The Elephant Man 245 Novel: We Didn’t Mean to Go to Sea 249 Novel: Moby Dick 253 Unit 5 Speaking Component 257 • General Questions 258 • Storytelling 259 • Discussion Task 269 Unit 6 Listening Component 274 • MCQ – Visuals 275 • Matching/Sequencing 280 • MCQ – Text 284 • Note Completion 286 Ujian Akhir Sesi Akademik (UASA) 290 Form 1 Ujian Akhir Sesi Akademik (UASA) 300 Form 2 Ujian Akhir Sesi Akademik (UASA) 311 Form 3 Answers 322 Contents SCAND THE QR CODE TO DOWNLOAD • Bonus Practices (Listening) • Listening Audio/Script ii RCB.Ing_Prelims_vim3p(2023).indd 2 20/3/2023 10:23:36 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 Determiners Singular nouns a an desk, watch, boy, cat eagle, orange, apple Determiners Plural nouns a few, many, some, a lot of, several desks, watches, boys, cats, eagles, oranges, apples COUNTABLE NOUNS Nouns which can be counted Determiners Uncountable nouns a little, much, some, any, a lot of, plenty of hair, money, salt, milk, rice, furniture, traffi c, information, equipment UNCOUNTABLE NOUNS Nouns which cannot be counted Animals Things People a fl ock of birds a nest of rabbits a pack of wolves a pride of lions a fl ock of birds a swarm of bees a gaggle of geese a shoal of fi sh a bunch of keys a set of tools a forest of trees a cloud of dust a library of books a chest of drawers a bundle of sticks a bouquet of fl owers a gang of thieves an audience of people a staff of teachers a band of musicians a troupe of dancers an army of soldiers a team of players a tribe of natives COLLECTIVE NOUNS Nouns which represent a group or collection of people, animals or things. NOUNS COUNTABLE UNCOUNTABLE 1 Grammar Component Unit Nouns 1 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 1 20/3/2023 10:24:41 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 ARTICLES a the an Articles • is used before singular nouns that begin with a consonant sound: – a magazine – a school – a boy – a tree – a mango – a university (begins with a ‘y’ sound) • is used before singular countable nouns which begin with a vowel sound or a silent ‘h’ – an apple – an orangutan – an umbrella – an egg – an ice cream – an hour (silent ‘h’) • is used to refer to a particular person, object or place – The speaker is addressing the students at the seminar. • is used to indicate something that is one of its kind – The moon is shining brightly. • is used before superlatives – Leena is the tallest girl in class. • is used to refer to things mentioned earlier – Janu found a purse in the library. The purse belongs to Puan Tan. 2 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 2 20/3/2023 10:24:41 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 A verb must agree with its subject in any sentence: SINGULAR PLURAL First person Second Person Third Person Subject I You He, She, It We, They Verb like, prefer like, prefer likes, prefers like, prefer swimming swimming swimming swimming Subject-Verb Agreement Rules of Noun-Verb Agreement 1 A collective noun can take either a singular or plural verb. e.g. The group of girls prefers to be in the library. The group of girls prefer to be in the library. 2 A plural noun showing a fixed amount (such as money, distance and time) takes a singular verb. e.g. Six hundred ringgit is the cost of this laptop. Ten kilometers is a short distance to Bella. 3 Indefinite pronouns (such as one, each, much, every, somebody, everyone, anybody, no one) take singular verbs. e.g. Everyone tries to look their best today. Someone is waiting for you at the gate. 4 Expressions such as with, as well as, including and together with take singular verbs. e.g. Salim, together with Amir, is attending the seminar tomorrow. The house, including the garden, is beautiful. 5 When either…or and neither…nor are used, the verb should agree with the subject closest to it. e.g. Either the boys or the girl has to take the responsibility. Neither he nor you are to clean up the room. 6 Abstract or uncountable nouns take singular verbs. e.g. Electricity is expensive. The furniture has finally arrived. 3 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 3 20/3/2023 10:24:42 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 Adjectives are words that describe nouns. Descriptive beautiful, graceful, funny, kind, athletic, magnificent, strong, young, expensive, deep, iconic Quantitative enough, a little, some, much, a few, many Demonstrative this, that, these, those Interrogative what, which, whose Distributive each, every, either, neither Possessive Singular my your his her its Plural our your their their their Types of Adjectives Scan the QR Code or go to https://www. youtube.com/watch?v=PfIpyLOJJXE to learn more about adjectives. PAK-21 Adjectives 4 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 4 20/3/2023 10:24:42 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 When you list several adjectives in a row, there is a specific order that needs to be followed: Examples: The beautiful, enormous, old, rectangular, Italian, wooden dining table costs thousands of ringgit. My English teacher is a brilliant, tiny, young, brown-haired American woman. I bought a fantastic, small, modern, green, Japanese sewing machine. Scan the QR Code or go to https://www. youtube.com/watch?v=qcOfYlMfDz0 to learn more about the order of adjectives. PAK-21 5 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023)_J.indd 5 22/3/2023 2:28:07 PM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 Adjectives have three degrees of comparison. Regular Adjectives Irregular Adjectives ADJECTIVES OF COMPARISON Comparing Regular Adjectives Positive • to compare two persons or things that have equal value • use as…as Comparative • to compare two unequal persons or things • use –er or more…than Superlative • to compare three or more persons or things • use –est or the most as slow as slower than the slowest as big as bigger than the biggest as tall as taller than the tallest as pretty as prettier than the prettiest as rich as richer than the richest as old as older than the oldest as beautiful as more beautiful than the most beautiful as graceful as more graceful than the most graceful as important as more important than the most important Comparing Irregular Adjectives Positive Comparative Superlative as good as better best as well as better best as bad as worse worst as far as farther/ further farthest/ furthest as little as less least as many as more most as much as more most Quick Check Write the correct adjective of comparison. 1 Mei Lee is Nathan. They are of the same height. 2 Gina won the contest because her drawing was . 3 This cupcake is the cupcake I ate yesterday. The cupcake yesterday did not taste as good. 4 Faizal is nice to everyone. In fact, he is boy in class. 6 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 6 20/3/2023 10:24:44 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 An adverb describes an action or tells us about the way something is done. Types Usage Example Sample sentence Adverbs of Place • Describe where something happens • Can be placed both at the beginning or the end of a sentence above between indoors in outside In the theatre, everyone was sitting quietly. It was raining so everyone went indoors. Adverbs of Time • Describe when something happens • Can be placed both at the beginning or the end of a sentence today later already early soon Later, I will go to the mall. I will be calling her soon. Adverbs of Manner • Describe how something is done • Mostly placed at the end of a sentence happily easily kindly silently noisily My sister laughs happily. They are reading silently. Adverbs of Frequency • Describe how often something happens • Placed before the verb, except the verb-to-be 100% – Always 90% – Usually 80% – Frequently 70% – Often 60% – Sometimes 50% – Occasionally 40% – Rarely 30% – Seldom 20% – Hardly ever 10% – Never always hourly infrequently seldom generally We seldom travel overseas. He frequently talks on the phone. Adverbs of Degree • Describe the intensity of an action and answers the question how much • Placed before the verb, except the verb-to-be very barely completely quite almost I can barely hear what he is saying. She is quite sure she has replied the email. Scan the QR Code or go to https://www. youtube.com/watch?v=jXtHCBgbks0 to learn more about adverbs. PAK-21 Adverbs 7 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 7 20/3/2023 10:24:44 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 Adjectives can be changed into adverbs. This is how: Adjective + -ly (for adjectives that end with –y, change it to -i and then add -ly) Adverb cheerful cheerfully fi erce fi ercely rapid rapidly nasty nastily jerky jerkily sleepy sleepily Pronouns Possessive Pronoun vs. Possessive Adjective • A possessive pronoun is used to replace a noun – his, hers, mine • A possessive adjective is used to describe a noun – my car, her dress, his book Info Gallery Types of Pronouns Possessive Pronouns • Used to show ownership • Used to replace the noun – mine, his, hers, ours, etc. Interrogative Pronouns • Used to ask questions – what, which, who, whose, whom Personal Pronouns • Used to replace the noun • Can be used as subject of a sentence – I, he, we • Can be used as object of a sentence – me, him, us Demonstrative Pronouns • Used to point out things • Use this, these for objects that are nearby • Use that, those for objects that are further away Reflexive Pronouns • Used to show that the action is done by the doer on himself, herself, themselves, etc. 8 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 8 20/3/2023 10:24:45 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 The following table shows how pronouns are modified: Personal Pronouns Possessive Pronouns Possessive Adjectives Reflexive Pronouns Subject Pronoun Object Pronoun 1st person I me mine my myself 2nd person you you yours your yourself 3rd person (male) he him his his himself 3rd person (female) she her hers her herself 3rd thing it it – its itself 1st person (plural) we us ours our ourselves 2nd person (plural) you you yours your yourselves 3rd person (plural) they them theirs their themselves Now, let’s look at how the pronouns are used in a sentence. Type Sample Sentences Personal Pronoun Subject Pronoun Object Pronoun • We bought the stationery. • I heard the news from Jane. • They were scolded by Mr Tan. • The stationery belong to us. • Jane told me yesterday. • Mr Tan scolded them for being late. Possessive Pronoun & Possessive Adjective Possessive Pronoun Possessive Adjective • The blue dress is mine. • Those bags are theirs. • Those books are hers. • I bought it using my pocket money. • Their initials are written on the bags. • The books are placed near her bag. Reflexive Pronoun • I told myself to be careful. • You must take care of yourself. • They blame themselves for the incident. Demonstrative Pronouns Singular Plural • This is the photo you wanted. • That is the milk she bought. • These photos will be deleted. • Those are the fruits he bought. Interrogative Pronouns • What would you like to order? • Who was driving the van? • Whom do you want to speak to? 9 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 9 20/3/2023 10:24:45 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 Past Continuous yesterday, last week, last month, last year, two years ago always, usually, sometimes, weekly, yearly tomorrow, next week, next month, later, in a few days Present Continuous Present Perfect Past Perfect NOW Time Expressions Future Tense Simple Past Simple Present Tense Uses Examples Simple Present …verb (V)… • Habitual actions • Actions done on a regular basis • General truths/facts • He always takes breakfast before going to school. • The sun rises in the East. Simple Past (V)+ed • Actions that happen at a specifi c time in the past • Completed past actions • Past habitual actions • The competition ended yesterday. • She played basketball once a week last year. Present Continuous is/are + (V)+ing • Actions that are happening at the time of speaking • Two actions that are in progress at the same time in the present • She is reading now. • While Ana is baking, Ani is sleeping. Present Perfect has/have +(V)+ed • Actions that started in the past and continue to the present and may continue into the future • Repeated actions that do not happen on a regular basis • Past actions with no specifi c time mentioned • It has rained for fi ve days now. • So far, both of them have won numerous prizes in public speaking competitions. • Japan has experienced earthquakes many times. Past Continuous was/were + (V)+ing • Actions that were happening for a period of time in the past • Marks an action that was going on when a second one took place • They were swimming for hours this morning. • The children were playing when I went out. Past Perfect had +(V)+ed • Actions completed before a certain moment in the past • To describe an action which happened earlier before another action • She had lived in London with her mother for 10 years. • He had eaten the cake when I reached home. Tenses 10 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 10 20/3/2023 10:24:45 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 Tense Uses Examples Future Tense Will/Shall +(V) • Actions that have not happened yet • Actions that start and end in the future • He will attend the party next week. • We shall discuss on this matter later. ‘If’ Conditional Conditional tenses are used to speculate about what could happen, what might have happened, and what we wish would happen. Most conditional sentences contain the word if. There are a few types of conditional sentences: 1 Zero Conditional – used for present, real, or factual situations. The condition always has the same result. Examples: Tense used Simple Present Simple Present If you heat ice, If I am late for class, it melts. my teacher gets angry. Result (Main clause) Condition (if-clause) 2 1st Conditional – used for possible situations in the future, or predicting a likely result in the future Examples: Tense used Simple Present will + base verb If you study hard, If she comes home, you will pass your exams. I will tell her the news. Result (Main clause) Condition (if-clause) 11 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 11 20/3/2023 10:24:46 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 3 2nd Conditional – used for unlikely situations, unreal, or improbable situation now or in the future Examples: Tense used Simple Past would + base verb If I became a scientist, If I were you, I would build a spaceship. I would follow his advice. Result (Main clause) Condition (if-clause) 4 3rd Conditional – used for imagining a different past, or an imaginary situation that did not happen Examples: Tense used Past Perfect would have + past participle If I had bought the house, If you had done what I said, I would have built a swimming pool. you would have been rich now. Result (Main clause) Condition (if-clause) 5 Mixed Conditional – used for an unreal situation with a past result that would have been true Examples: Tense used Simple Past would have + past participle If I spoke French fl uently, If you were more sensible, he would have given me the project. you would have escaped the teacher’s punishment. Result (Main clause) Condition (if-clause) 12 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 12 20/3/2023 10:24:47 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 Prepositions Prepositions are words used to connect nouns, pronouns and phrases to show the relationship between them. There are several types of prepositions: Prepositions of Time Examples Sample Sentences used to indicate when a particular event happened • in June, in 2019, in the morning, in winter • on 4th May, on Sunday, on her birthday • at 2.00 p.m., at night, at noon • for two months • since last year • during class • from this morning • before meeting • after lunch He was playing computer games in the morning. Ali’s birthday is on 4th May. The meeting is at 2.00 p.m. She has worked there since last year. I will call you after lunch. Prepositions of Place Examples Sample Sentences used to illustrate the location of nouns or pronouns • in a room, in the building, in the box, in Thailand • on the desk, on the sofa, on the roof • at the entrance, at the bus stop, at the corner • under the tree • behind the curtain • between Science Lab A and the library • above the sink • below the chair They live in Thailand. The cat is on the roof. I’m going to meet him at the bus stop. There is a cat behind the curtain. The clock is above the sink. Prepositions of Direction Examples Sample Sentences used to describe the movement of one noun or pronoun towards another noun or pronoun • (go) to the bank, (drive) to Cameron Highlands • (jump) into the pool • (walk) into the café • (run) towards me • (stroll) along the river • (climb) up the hill • (come) from the north My mother went to the bank. I saw him walking into the café. The dog was running towards me. We were strolling along the river. The meeting is 2.00 p.m. She has worked 13 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 13 20/3/2023 10:24:48 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 Prepositions of Manner Examples Sample Sentences used to describe the way or means by which something happened or happens • in fear • like an old man • by train • with him The girl screamed in fear. He speaks like an old man. Alex goes to work by train. I can’t play chess with him! Prepositions of Measurement Examples Sample Sentences used to connect the quantity of the noun with the noun itself • (a kilogram) of sugar • (two teaspoons) of milk • by yard She puts two teaspoons of milk into her coff ee. That shop sells cloth by the yard. Prepositions of Agent Examples Sample Sentences used to express a causal relationship between the noun (doer) and an action • by my cousin • by the children • by the government This story is written by my cousin. A lot of noise was made by the children. A new hospital was built by the government. Prepositions of Instrument Examples Sample Sentences used to connect nouns (instrument, device, etc.) to other words • with a knife • with the key • with the help of I opened the box with a knife. This door cannot be opened with the key. Mother watered her plants with the help of a watering can. I can’t play with Mother watered 14 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 14 20/3/2023 10:24:49 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 Conjunctions Conjunctions are words that join two or more words, phrases, or clauses. Type Function Examples Sample Sentences Coordinating Conjunctions Join words, phrases or clauses of equal importance for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so He bought some cookies and cakes. (joining words) The cat ran into the house and out the door. (joining phrases) He came and she left. (joining clauses) Subordinating Conjunctions Join a dependent clause to a main clause, to give further explanation after, although, as, because, before, if, since, until, when, where, while If you leave now, you will be able to catch the train. He worked until midnight. When I see you smile, I feel happy. Correlative Conjunctions Paired conjunctions that link balanced words, phrases, and clauses both/and not only/but also either/or neither/nor whether/or as/as such/that as many/as rather/than I’ll have both the fruit cake and the hot tea. This bread contains neither egg nor butter. Snorkelling is not as fun as diving. I would rather dance than sing. Coordinating Conjunctions Types of Conjunctions Subordinating Conjunctions Correlative Conjunctions 15 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 15 20/3/2023 10:24:50 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 Modal Verbs Modal verbs are used with other verbs to express ability, obligation, permission, possibility and so on. Refer to the table below to see how modal verbs are used. Type Modal Verbs Sample Sentences Ability can (present) could (past) I can dance. I could dance when I was younger. Permission can (least formal) could (more formal) may (most formal) Can I talk to you for a minute? Could I go to the concert, Dad? May we borrow the costumes, Mrs Lin? Obligation must (compulsory) should (the right thing to do) We must dress up formally for job interviews. You should switch off the lights when you leave. Possibility may (50% possibility) might (30% possibility or less) can (more defi nite) could (less defi nite than can) It may rain today. He might come if he is not busy. We can get the equipment in town. There could be a storm later. Request can (less formal) could (more formal) will (less formal) would (more formal) Can you pass the book to me? Could you pass the book to me, please? Will you please clean your bedroom? Would you like to order dessert? Advice should You should exercise more often. You should not smoke. Prediction will I will be late. They will not sign the petition. Off er can (least formal) could (more formal) shall (most formal) I can call the Town Hall for you. I could call the Town Hall for you. Shall I call the Town Hall for you? Prohibition must not should not You must not talk during exams. You should not make noise in the library. exercise more you please clean 16 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 16 20/3/2023 10:24:51 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 Gerunds and Infi nitives to + base form verb (to sing, to draw, to work) verb + ing (singing, drawing, working) Gerunds Infinitives How do we use the ‘to-infinitive’? Refer to the table. Function Sample Sentences To express the purpose or intention of an action He came to collect his clothes. I am calling to make a complaint. As the subject of the sentence (mostly used in writing) To understand statistics, that is your purpose. To travel around the world is my life-long dream. To indicate what something can or will be used for The students need a hall to play badminton. I would like a burger to eat. To give a reason for the adjective He was sad to come to the end of the journey. My sister was surprised to see me there. To give an opinion for the adjective It is diffi cult for us to understand him. It is easy to criticise others. To make a comment or judgement That is a rude thing to say. The blue team is the best team ever to win. Now, how do we use gerunds? Refer to the table. Function Sample Sentences As the subject of the sentence Hunting elephants is illegal here. Smoking leads to all kinds of diseases. After prepositions Terry is good at writing. You can reach the lake faster by using the shortcut. As complement of the verb ‘to-be’ One of his tasks is taking orders at the counter. One of the highlights of my trip is going on the river cruise. After phrasal verbs She ends up entering the competition. Mrs Chan has decided to give up eating meat. 17 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 17 20/3/2023 10:24:51 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 In The Exam 1 This section appears in Part 2 of the Reading and Use of English paper. 2 You will be given a text containing 8 underlined errors. 3 You are required to correct the errors in the space provided. 4 The errors are mainly on grammar and vocabulary. 5 This section is worth 8 marks. Example Read the text below and correct the underlined errors. For each question, write the correct word in the space provided. On my way to the grocer, I saw a motorcyclist following behind a taxi very closely. He was so impatient that he was trying to (0) overtook the taxi near a sharp corner. At that moment, there was an oncoming car. The motorcyclist tried to (1) prevent the car but it was too late. He hit the bumper of the car, flipped over and (2) falls onto the ground. It all happened in a split second. The taxi driver stopped (3) him car and a few passers-by tried to help the car driver (4) but the motorcyclist. They carried the injured motorcyclist and the car driver (5) inside one of the onlooker’s car. The onlooker drove him to the hospital. Meanwhile, the taxi driver tried to control and (6) instruct the traffic. Soon the police arrived and (7) he promptly took action. They helped ease the traffic congestion. One of the police officers (8) were seen talking to some eyewitnesses to gather some evidence. It was indeed a lesson for all of us. Impatience and recklessness can endanger our lives. Answer and Analysis No Answer Analysis 0 overtake This is the example given. 1 avoid This is the correct word as it means to steer away from something. 2 fell The text is in the past tense so fell is the correct verb to use. 3 his The possessive pronoun is needed to refer to the ownership of the car. 4 and The correct conjunction is and as the sentence has two nouns. 5 into This is the correct preposition of direction. 6 direct This is the correct word to use for tra c. 7 they The noun police refers to plural form. 8 was ‘One of the police...’ refers to a singular noun so a singular verb is needed. 18 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 18 20/3/2023 10:24:51 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 The errors have been underlined. Choose the correct answer. 1 I was born at 1992. A in B on C of D while 2 Are you agree with me? A Is B Do C Have D Should 3 I don’t sing good. A great B well C better D nicely 4 Where did you went for the holidays? A go B goes C gone D going 5 Despite I was tired, I came to the practice today. A When B Therefore C Since D Although 6 How many sugar should I put into the tea? A much B less C little D enough 7 I’m afraid to spiders. A of B with C by D for 8 Do you like to watch the play tomorrow? A Can B Will C Could D Would 9 Benjy is really selfish. He only cares about him. A he B her C himself D themselves 10 Ali: I am in the track team. Suri: So do I. A does B am C will D can Practices Practice 1 19 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 19 20/3/2023 10:24:53 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 Practice 2 Select the error. 1 There isn’t a lot of cars on the road today. A B C D 2 The Tan family have been staying here during 2016. A B C D 3 We had so much to do this week so I don’t know if I could go to the A B C D football tournament. 4 I can’t eating when it’s so late at night. I will get sick tomorrow. A B C D 5 I’m glad we’re practising the dance steps because I do a lot of mistakes. A B C D 6 She is not very good for cooking. She has burnt the food quite a few A B C D times. 7 As a human being, it is important to be polite but respectful. A B C D 8 While Mother was prepared breakfast, Susan made a pot of tea. A B C D Practice 3 Underline the error. Then write the correct word in the space provided. 1 The English class today was really bored. 2 How much far is the restaurant? 3 They have been studying at the school of three years. 4 I’m thinking of go to bed because I’m sleepy. 5 I love Sipadan Island. It is too beautiful. 20 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 20 20/3/2023 10:24:53 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 6 Melissa would rather play video games then go out in the sun. 7 He told me that he has never been in a concert before, although he loves watching live performances. 8 Please borrow me your racquet so I that can play in the match. 9 I always try to do things very careful to avoid making mistakes. 10 I’m surprised you didn’t go. If I were you, I should have gone. Practice 4 Each of the sentences below contains an error. Correct the error. Rewrite. 1 I love that TV series because is funny. 2 Do you know where is the post office? 3 These books are more cheap than the ones over there. 4 Kevin says he stopped to play sports because of his injury. 5 Jihan didn’t think that the house was enough big for her family but it was. 6 Before performing in front of an audience, you should practice as much as you can. 7 I am late for school because the traffic. 21 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 21 20/3/2023 10:24:53 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 8 The four participants discussed it between themselves. 9 I never been on an aeroplane. I might next year, though. 10 At first it was hard for me to go jogging every day, but now I’m used to do it. Practice 5 Read the text below. There are five errors in the text. The errors have been underlined for you. Write one word to correct the error in the space provided. Last night, we visited some friends. They have a cats. The cat just had four kittens. One kitten following me all evening. When I sat down, she sat next to me. When I went to the kitchen, it ran along me too. When it was time to go home, the kitten followed me inside and hopped into the car. In the end, I took it home. (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) Practice 6 Read the text below. There are five errors in the text. The errors have been underlined for you. Write one word to correct the error in the space provided. My aunt has a catering business. When people have parties or gatherings in their house, my aunt cooks for them. Many customers contact her after they have a party. Then she will plan the itinerary with them. My aunt usually prepares the food in her own home and later brought it to the customer’s house. She enjoying her work very much. (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) 22 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 22 20/3/2023 10:24:53 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 Practice 7 Read the text below. There are five errors in the text. The errors have been underlined for you. Write one word to correct the error in the space provided. The Arctic fox is comparable in size to the domestic cat. It lives in the area among Norway and the North Pole. This predator can easy adapt to extreme weather conditions. Its fur is the thicker of all Arctic mammals. When food becomes scarce, the Arctic fox may pursue seals in the sea ice. This is dangerous not only because it may fall into freezing water, and also because polar bears will hunt Arctic foxes. (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) Practice 8 Read the text below. There are five errors in the text. The errors have been underlined for you. Write one word to correct the error in the space provided. Chinese opera is a centuries-old art form in China. It is a tradition form of Chinese drama. In the past, this form of entertainment was very popular among a Chinese. But now the audience for operas is decrease. It will probably be forgotten if the younger generation are not thought the art. Budding opera performers not only have to go through demanding training sessions and they also have to start at a young age. (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) 23 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 23 20/3/2023 10:24:53 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 Practice 9 Read the text below and correct the underlined errors. For each question, write the correct word in the space provided. A coral reef is like a busy and crowded city. Thousands of inhabitants live in this underwater city. It is the home to (0) much creatures such as fish, shrimps, seahorses and even green sea turtles. A reef is really a colony of stony corals (1) which millions of tiny organisms, (2) call coral polyps, live together forming one large coral reef. Reefs develop very slowly because reef building corals grow only a few centimeters each (3) years and they are now in danger of disappearing. Local fishermen (4) has destroyed reefs through blast fishing where simple explosives are (5) throw from boats or set off from a safe distance. When the blast goes (6) of, fish and other sea creatures are (7) killing and the reefs are destroyed too. Another threat is the crown-of-thorns, a coral eating sea star that feed (8) in large portions of a coral reef. They do not stop eating until the reef is bare. It takes at least twenty years for a reef to recover from a crown-of-thorns attack. Example 0 many 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 24 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 24 20/3/2023 10:24:53 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 Practice 10 Read the text below and correct the underlined errors. For each question, write the correct word in the space provided. Last weekend, my friends and I went for a picnic in Morib. It was a sunny and fine day. (0) Where we reached Morib, we found that the beach was not too crowded. I guess it was still too early. We found a (1) shade place just under a tall coconut tree. We could not (2) waiting to get into the water so we rushed into the big waves which were coming toward us. When we came out from the water, we had our breakfast. We brought some food from home (3) when we had prepared ourselves. After that, we played (4) much beach games – we were like children again! We had (5) the game of volleyball, ‘police and thief’, ‘blind man catch’ and had fun (6) build sandcastles. By the time it was lunch, we were (7) exhausting. We had a quick lunch and relaxed under the coconut trees. We (8) simple enjoyed the cool breeze and chit-chatted until it was time for us to leave. We had a wonderful time and enjoyed ourselves very much. It was indeed a time well-spent. Example 0 When 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 25 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 25 20/3/2023 10:24:53 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 Practice 11 Read the text below and correct the underlined errors. For each question, write the correct word in the space provided. Julian Yee learned to skate at the age of four at the Sunway Pyramid Ice Rink in Malaysia. He (0) or his brothers were introduced to the world of skating by their mother. (1) For his early years, Yee competed only in recreational skating. He (2) win the elementary category at the inaugural Malaysia National Championships and defended his title the (3) previous year. In 2011, he became the (4) younger skater to win the Junior Men’s category at the age of 13 years 10 months, thereby (5) break the previous record held by his brother, Ryan Yee. In August 2017, Yee won gold at the 2017 Southeast Asian Games and he (6) represent Malaysia in the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, (7) a first ever Malaysian figure skater to qualify for the event. He came within a whisker (8) to making it into the finals of the men’s skating singles skating competition in his first Winter Olympics Games. We applaud Julian for putting Malaysia on the world map in his first Winter Olympic Games. Example 0 and 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 26 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 26 20/3/2023 10:24:53 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 Practice 12 Read the text below and correct the underlined errors. For each question, write the correct word in the space provided. You might think you know a thing or two about K-pop if you have listened to Gangnam Style but there is so (0) many more to K-pop than just this song. Cutting-edge music videos, genuine talent and pure hard work (1) is some of the factors that set K-Pop apart (2) with any other genre of music nowadays. If you have seen any K-pop videos, the (3) firstly thing that catches your attention is probably the bright colors and the clothes the artistes wear. K-pop stars bring a whole new meaning (4) in fashion. Since most K-pop music videos (5) has a certain theme or story behind it, the costumes and sets reflect just that. K-pop idols not (6) mostly can sing and dance but they can also perform dance numbers so (7) complicating that it would usually require professional dancers to master it. (8) Still, they are well-known for performing these routines live. K-pop is so much more than just ‘music in some unknown language’, it is an entire culture. Example 0 much 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 27 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 27 20/3/2023 10:24:53 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 Practice 13 Read the text below and correct the underlined errors. For each question, write the correct word in the space provided. Aikido, a form of Japanese martial arts, is fast gaining popularity in recent years. It (0) was currently practised by more than a million people worldwide. An Aikido expert is able to handle an opponent with simple (1) or deadly moves. Aikido teaches one to (2) making use of an attacker’s strength to one’s own advantage. The moves (3) is so subtle that opponents are unaware of an attack until he loses his balance and falls. Aikido techniques can be performed without a weapon. One technique (4) involved a person’s wrist. Using just three fingers and the thumb, a person (5) must overthrow an enemy with (6) the twist. In Aikido, the objective is always to make the enemy (7)lesser powerful rather than hurt the enemy. In doing so, an attacker is being (8) controlling and his strength is directed towards himself. As such, Aikido moves do not block an enemy’s attack. They divert the energy of the offending actions. Example 0 is 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 28 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 28 20/3/2023 10:24:53 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 Practice 14 Read the text below and correct the underlined errors. For each question, write the correct word in the space provided. Jamal was tempted to call Aliff but Aliff had reminded him not to call or text him. Less than a minute later, Jamal’s phone (0) beeps. Without hesitation, Jamal quickly read the message on the screen. He sent back an emoticon (1) for a wide smile and told his friend to (2) enjoys himself. Aliff had just told him that he was going to the cyber café. If their teacher asked, Jamal (3) will tell her that Aliff had a dizzy spell when they were on their way to school so Jamal had accompanied him to the clinic. Aliff had then (4) take a taxi home whereas Jamal continued cycling (5) from school. As Jamal waited for his teacher to enter the classroom, he prayed that she would not ask (6) himself about Aliff. He was afraid that he would not be able to lie (7) convincing. Unfortunately, the teacher arrived on time and after everyone (8) has settled down to complete the exercises in their books, she walked over and asked Jamal if he knew why his best friend was absent. Example 0 beeped 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 29 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 29 20/3/2023 10:24:53 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 Practice 15 Read the text below and correct the underlined errors. For each question, write the correct word in the space provided. I know that most of you are worried that we may face water shortage in the future. The most common myth is that factories (0) uses up clean water but pollute the rivers instead. In actual fact, individual domestic wastage of clean water (1) was the main contributing factor that would deprive all of us of water. Most of (2) we do not use a container such as a mug to gurgle (3) before brushing our teeth. We let the water run and we take long showers, enjoying ourselves without a thought of conserving water (4) to future generations. Believe it or not, a simple change in our daily habit can save (5) much than 10 gallons of water a day! Another measure to (6)safeguarding our environment is to recycle domestic wastes. YouTube videos (7) had many brilliant ideas on how to reuse wastes, such as making enzymes and cleaners. (8) Material that are non-recyclable should be separated and disposed off properly. Finally, whenever possible, buy biodegradable products and avoid plastics. Example 0 use 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 30 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 30 20/3/2023 10:24:54 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 Practice 16 Read the text below and correct the underlined errors. For each question, write the correct word in the space provided. Traditional Malay feast is laid down on the floor. When all (0) guest are seated facing a square piece of cloth called saprah (similar to a tablecloth but laid on the floor), food will be (1) bring in. Malay meals are not served in courses, rather, all dishes are presented (2) on the same time. Using a small bowl with water or ketor (a jug (3) contain cleaning water, brought together with a big bowl to catch the remaining water), you (4) wets the tip of all your right fingers for cleansing. The meal will be (5) ate with your right hand. Your left hand should never (6) been used to handle food at any circumstances. The main dish is rice, and there will be three or four side dishes (7) when go with the rice. Dishes with kuah, or gravy, will have a spoon for you to scoop the sauce (8) so for dry dishes, you simply tear a piece of the food with your right hand from a communal dish. Example 0 guests 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 31 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 31 20/3/2023 10:24:54 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 Practice 17 Read the text below and correct the underlined errors. For each question, write the correct word in the space provided. The first week of travelling solo was the toughest for me. I was still a little timid, and I tended to (0) keeping to myself. I would spend all day walking around and (1) than come back to the hostel and not have anyone to talk to. Then, one night, I decided to cook a meal for (2) me at the hostel. I went down to the kitchen and there was (3) other solo female traveller trying to organise a group meal. She asked me if I wanted to chip in a little money, (4) but she would make a big (5) dish for whoever that was interested. There ended up being around 15 people (6) whose gathered for the meal. It was a lot of fun and everyone had a (7) greater time. I finally met a lot of people, and I (8) spending the next two days hanging out with the girl who organised the meal. And that was when I realised that solo travellers have to put a bit of effort into meeting people. From that point on, I had very little trouble meeting people. Example 0 keep 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 32 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 32 20/3/2023 10:24:54 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
Grammar Unit 1 Practice 18 Read the text below and correct the underlined errors. For each question, write the correct word in the space provided. The durian is the most famous tropical fruit in Southeast Asia. Fondly regarded as (0) a King of Fruit, the durian is sought and savoured with passion by millions of durian lovers (1) at the south east Asian region. Its fame is spreading, and there is a strong (2) demands for quality durian in Hong Kong as well as mainland China. Durian fans can also be (3) find in Taiwan, USA, Europe and Canada. The durian is the fruit of several tree species belonging to the genus Durio. The name durian comes (4) of the Malay word duri which means ‘thorn’. The island of Borneo is (5) general accepted as the (6) origin geographic origin of the genus Durio. It has been reported (7) where Durio has about 27 recognised species. The island of Borneo has 19 indigenous or native species of Durio (8) but Peninsular Malaysia has 11 species. Of the 27 recognised durian species only 6 species produce edible fruits. One of these is Durio zibethinus which is known as the common durian and is cultivated commercially in South East Asia. Example 0 the 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 33 RCB.Ing_U1_vim2p(2023).indd 33 20/3/2023 10:24:54 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
34 Reading Unit 2 Short Texts 3-option MCQ 8 questions 8 marks Information Transfer Linear Text 8 questions 8 marks Matching Gapped Text 2 Reading Component Unit Reading Component • Form 1: Non-linear True/False & Short Answer • 8 questions • 8 marks • Form 3: Linear Text Short Answer • 10 questions • 10 marks • Form 2: Linear Text Short Answer • 10 questions • 10 marks Form 1 • 8 questions • 8 marks Form 2 • 6 questions • 6 marks Form 3 • 6 questions • 6 marks RCB.Ing_U2_vim3p(2023).indd 34 20/3/2023 10:27:40 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
35 Reading Unit 2 1 This section appears in Part 1 of the Reading and Use of English paper. 2 The short texts are taken from real-life extracts such as: • announcements • text messages • notices • recipes • advertisements • dialogues • extracts from newspaper/articles/social media 3 The questions are in the form of multiple-choice questions and three possible answers (A, B & C) are given. Choose the best answer. 4 This section is worth 8 marks. Example Questions 1 – 5 Read the text carefully in each question. Choose the best answer A, B, or C. No to Smoking Yes to Life! 1 This notice suggests that A smoking is a way of life B smoking endangers our health C people who smoke do not enjoy life ANNOUNCEMENT Reserved for drivers with special needs. Those who do not adhere to this will have your vehicle clamped. 2 The management of this shopping mall is A happy to welcome people with special needs B sensitive to the needs of handicapped drivers C encouraging drivers to park in the no clamping zone Short Texts RCB.Ing_U2_vim3p(2023).indd 35 20/3/2023 10:27:40 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
36 Reading Unit 2 Malaysia’s Tourist Destinations – Port Dickson Morning Evening Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday 3 Which day would be the best day to visit Port Dickson and spend the day outdoors? A Tuesday B Thursday C Saturday Kuala Lumpur: Residents of Desa Apartments feel anxious over the erosion of the Sungai Cempaka riverbanks. They are hoping that the relevant authorities will take quick action before a misfortune happens. 4 What is the most probable ‘misfortune’ that the residents are most anxious about? A Landslide B Tsunami C Flood RCB.Ing_U2_vim3p(2023).indd 36 20/3/2023 10:27:41 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
37 Reading Unit 2 Ingredients: 16 fresh tiger prawns 1 tbsp lime juice 1 red chilli 1 carrot thinly sliced 5 cups of chicken stock 1 tbsp light soy sauce Method: Step 1: Step 2: Step 3: Step 4: Step 5: Remove from heat. Stir in lime juice and light soy sauce. Step 6: Ladle into a bowl and serve hot. I Add sliced carrot and chilli into the soup. II Combine prawns to chicken stock and bring to boil. III Peel and wash the prawns clean. IV Let the soup simmer for two minutes. 5 Arrange the steps 1 – 4 in the correct order. A III, II, I, IV B II, III, I, IV C III, I, IV, II Answer and Analysis Answer Analysis 1 B The answer is suggested in the phrase ‘No to Smoking, Yes, to Life.’ 2 B The fact that there is reserved parking for special needs drivers shows that the mall is sensitive to the needs of the handicapped. 3 B Thursday is the best day to go to Port Dickson because it is forecasted to be sunny the whole day. 4 A Soil erosion can lead to landslide which is dangerous if one lives in a high rise building. 5 A This is the most logical order in cooking the prawns. RCB.Ing_U2_vim3p(2023).indd 37 20/3/2023 10:27:41 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
38 Reading Unit 2 Questions 1 – 8 Read the text carefully in each question. Choose the best answer A, B, or C. 1 The purpose of a menu is to A give good service B give the recipes for the dishes C inform customers about the dishes served in a restaurant BEST MULTI-VITAMIN (RM15 for 30 tablets) One BEST multi-vitamin capsule a day is enough to give you the energy you need. 2 The advertised item is a A food product B health product C household item Dear Geetha, I am glad that you are determined to lose weight. It is not difficult to get rid of excess weight. You just have to follow a programme of healthy eating. Take lots of fruits and vegetables to get your vitamins, minerals and fibre. Make sure you also consume adequate protein sources like milk, fish and beans. Bye and take care. Love, Lily 3 From the letter, we know that A Lily is a dietician B Geetha wants to lose weight C Geetha practises a healthy eating programme Hostel rules • Meal times: Breakfast (7.00 a.m to 8.00 a.m.), Lunch (12.00 noon to 1.00 p.m.), Dinner (8.00 p.m. to 9.00 p.m.) • Students must observe meal times. • Students have to wash their plates and cups after each meal. Practice 1 Practices RCB.Ing_U2_vim3p(2023).indd 38 20/3/2023 10:27:43 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
39 Reading Unit 2 4 This notice is likely to be seen in the A bedroom B dining hall C school hall Survey on the Choice of Fruits among SMK Subang Students Fruits Number of students Apples 355 Oranges 268 Watermelons 570 Grapes 422 Bananas 647 Rambutans 650 5 Which statement describes the results of the survey? A All students eat fruits. B Banana is the most popular fruit. C Most students like to eat bananas and rambutans. Try the specially grilled chicken wings at Ben Café. Present this coupon and you will get a free drink. 6 To get a free drink, customers A must order the dish B must show the coupon C need to buy a coupon first Special Price: RM1,100 Hurry! While Stock Lasts! 7 From the advertisement, we know that the special offer A is for limited customers B is for a limited period C is for a limited stock PUCHONG, Tues: Dengue cases are increasing in the neigh bourhood. To stop this rapid spread, the Town Council has launched an AntiDengue Campaign. Residents are urged to give their support. Elimination starts with preventing breeding grounds for the mosquitoes. This includes keeping containers covered or dry. 8 The news report requests for A the public’s support B people to stay indoors C the launching of an AntiDengue Campaign RCB.Ing_U2_vim3p(2023).indd 39 20/3/2023 10:27:44 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
40 Reading Unit 2 Questions 1 – 8 Read the text carefully in each question. Choose the best answer A, B, or C. Only 2 per customer 1 The notice says that A each customer can buy two tins only B customers must buy two tins C two tins of Silo are on sale Why didn’t you go to London last week? I called off the trip because my son met with an accident. 2 The woman is saying that she A cancelled her trip B postponed her trip C would go to London with her son Good morning, teachers and fellow students. Today is Teachers’ Day. I am honoured to stand here and thank our teachers on behalf of the students. Our teachers have worked hard to produce positiveminded students who will be the future leaders of the country. As teaching is a very honourable profession, it is very appropriate that a special day is recognised for students to acknowledge what their teachers have done. 3 The text above is A a notice B a speech C an advertisement ATTENTION ALL MOTORISTS! 2 KM AHEAD 4 This sign motorists. A tests B warns C discourages Practice 2 RCB.Ing_U2_vim3p(2023).indd 40 20/3/2023 10:27:44 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
41 Reading Unit 2 Package A: RM4,000 to Sydney (4 days/3 nights) Package B: RM3,000 to Perth (4 days/3 nights) Package C: RM4,000 to Melbourne (5 days/4 nights) Tour packages to Australia at half the normal price! 5 The package B tour at its usual price would be A RM8,000 B RM7,000 C RM6,000 House for sale A double storey bungalow for sale. The land area is 6,000 square feet. Located five minutes from the North South Expressway, ten minutes from the North Klang Valley Expressway and just five minutes to amenities such as shops, clinics and schools, its location is strategic. Interested, please contact Elaine at 014-2409XXXX 6 Which of the following statements is not true? A Shops are located nearby. B The area is accessible to highways. C The location of the house is inconvenient. LOVE YOUR ENVIRONMENT EXHIBITION Venue: TTC Hall, Kuala Lumpur Time: 10.00 a.m. to 8.00 p.m., 12 April The first 100 visitors will be given attractive prizes. ENVIRONMENT 7 To visit the exhibition, we must A go to TTC Hall B go in the afternoon C be among the first 100 visitors LIFEGUARDS ON DUTY 10.00 a.m. – 1.00 p.m. 2.00 p.m. – 9.00 p.m. 8 This sign means lifeguards are A off duty B available at certain times C working round the clock RM4,000 to Sydney RM3,000 to Perth RM4,000 to Melbourne RCB.Ing_U2_vim3p(2023).indd 41 20/3/2023 10:27:45 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
42 Reading Unit 2 Questions 1 – 8 Read the text carefully in each question. Choose the best answer A, B, or C. NO PETS ALLOWED 1 If I see this sign, I know that I A can bring my cat inside B have to put my puppy on a leash C cannot bring my puppy inside the premises Dear Jim, You asked for advice in preparing to study in Paris. To get a student visa, you have to apply for one by filling in the necessary documents. Next, start shopping for the clothes that you will need in Paris. Since it will be winter next month, it is advisable to buy a few warm clothing. Lina 2 What is the purpose of Lina’s letter? A To apply for a student visa B To tell Jim she is studying overseas C To advise Jim on how to prepare for studying overseas The police are looking into the case. 3 By the phrase looking into, the man means A meeting B searching C investigating More than four children One child 10% Two children 20% Three children 30% Four children 25% 15% SIZE OF FAMILIES IN TAMAN KAYU 4 The pie chart above shows that most families have A only one child B one or two children C more than two children Practice 3 RCB.Ing_U2_vim3p(2023).indd 42 20/3/2023 10:27:45 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
43 Reading Unit 2 Killpest INSECT SPRAY Poison! Keep away from children. 5 The label makes it very clear that the spray A is effective B is poisonous C kills all types of insects Attend the workshop on It gives you tips on passing the exams with fl ying colours. Venue: SMK Sri Subang School Hall 6 The notice above should interest A all students B all secondary students C lower secondary students NOKI 1320 NO Buy before 15 May at an offer price of RM2,000! 7 The advertisement is promoting A a special offer B a free mobile phone C an expensive mobile phone COMEBACK DUET 7.00 p.m, TV9 After a long while, it is good to have the singing duet of Tim and Sim back! This is their first concert together in ten years. COMEBACK DUET 7.00 p.m, TV9 After a long while, it is good 8 The television programme is likely to be a A singing competition B live concert C game show RCB.Ing_U2_vim3p(2023).indd 43 20/3/2023 10:28:04 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
44 Reading Unit 2 Questions 1 – 8 Read the text carefully in each question. Choose the best answer A, B, or C. MALACCA, Mon: About 100 passengers on an express bus to Ipoh had a narrow escape when their bus hit a divider along the highway. This happened early this morning at 6.45 am. Fortunately, nobody was hurt. 1 The phrase narrow escape tells us that A some passengers fell off the bus B the passengers were nearly killed C some passengers had slight injuries How to prepare fried chicken: ✦ Cut chicken into medium-sized pieces. ✦ Marinade chicken with seasoning for 20–30 minutes. ✦ Heat oil and fry ginger and garlic until fragrant. ✦ Add chicken and fry until golden brown. ✦ Serve while it’s hot. 2 The above information is given in a A recipe B menu C manual The best start to having good health is a nutritious breakfast. It provides good nutrition, energy and nutrients that we might overlook in other meals later on in the day. Eating breakfast helps promote good health besides helping us to be more alert for the day ahead. Skipping breakfast causes hunger and leads to problems of concentration. 3 What does the text stress on? A What to eat for breakfast B The importance of breakfast C The dangers of skipping breakfast Dear Miss Lim, Thank you for your guidance and advice. It has made all the difference. Joanne (Form 3A) 4 The card shows the sender’s A respect B admiration C appreciation Newgate Ria For Newgate Ria card members, additional 10% discount *for selected items only One day sale only! Up to 80% discount* Practice 4 RCB.Ing_U2_vim3p(2023).indd 44 20/3/2023 10:28:05 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
45 Reading Unit 2 5 It is clear that the sale is for A Newgate Ria card members only B all customers C all items sold CREDIT CARDS ONLY 6 This sign can usually be seen at A the cashier B restaurants C the market STORY WRITING CONTEST Great prizes to be won! • Original entries not longer than 1,000 words • Must be in English • Must have a moral values • Open to all students 1st prize: RM800 2nd prize: RM600 3rd prize: RM300 Must submit entries by: 31 July 7 Participants have to A write a story B submit a prize C send in an entry form 8 This book is about A having many friends B how to make new friends C being a good friend to others • Open to all students RCB.Ing_U2_vim3p(2023).indd 45 20/3/2023 10:28:05 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
46 Reading Unit 2 Questions 1 – 8 Read the text carefully in each question. Choose the best answer A, B, or C. Ahmad’s Pastime Activities Reading 15% Playing games 25% Surfi ng the Internet 20% Watching movies 25% Skating 15% 1 The pie chart above shows the percentage of time spent on A hobbies B school activities C everyday activities I just can’t seem to get along with Dennis. We are always at each other’s throats. Be patient with him. 2 The boy is saying that he and Dennis A are friends B are enemies C always argue Take only before bedtime. Take only before bedtime. 3 On what product is this label likely to be seen? A Medicine B Vitamins C Tonic Dear Rita, I can’t see you tonight because I have to stay back in the offi ce. I have a lot of work to clear. Terry 4 Terry cannot meet Rita tonight because he A has an appointment B has to work at home C has to work overtime Practice 5 RCB.Ing_U2_vim3p(2023).indd 46 20/3/2023 10:28:06 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
47 Reading Unit 2 U General Viewing for All Ages 5 If the above rating is given for a movie, it means that A everyone can watch this movie B only adults can watch this movie C only parents can watch this movie A hippo can stand anywhere between five and six feet tall at shoulder level, with a body length of about fifteen feet. The thick layer of blubber beneath its skin helps the hippo to preserve its body heat. This is necessary since it spends so much time in the water. Its ears, eyes and nostrils are placed in line with the top of its head. This allows the animal to breathe, see and hear while its body is submerged in water. level, with a 6 What is the function of the thick layer of blubber? A To help keep its heavy body afloat in water B To keep the animal warm C To help it breathe • Wash your hands before touching food. • Wash fruits and raw vegetables before eating them. • Always cover cooked food on the table. Practise Food Safety • Wash your 7 The notice above gives on food safety. A advice B warning C information FLOOD CAUSES 3 MILLION LOSS 8 The newspaper headline tells us the A areas flooded B causes of the flood C total damage caused by the flood RCB.Ing_U2_vim3p(2023).indd 47 20/3/2023 10:28:06 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.
48 Reading Unit 2 Questions 1 – 8 Read the text carefully in each question. Choose the best answer A, B, or C. Two heads are better than one. 1 This statement means that A two heads can work together B anything is better with two people C two people can make a better decision Bus Stop Cinema Sim Bakery Green Lane 2 To go to Sim Bakery from the bus stop, I must A turn right at the T-junction and go straight B take the first exit from the roundabout and turn left C take the second exit from the roundabout and turn right DEATH WAVES (TSUNAMI) by John Daniel 3 This book is most likely about A the types of waves B the sound of waves C the destruction of a tsunami KAJANG, Mon: A motorcyclist, David Teo, 25, was injured when his motorcycle hit a school bus in a collision along the KESAS Highway this morning. The bus was carrying students to a school near here. 4 The victim was A in a bus B riding a motorcycle C walking along the highway Bring along this coupon and you will get: Try our specially prepared mushroom pasta at Indiana Cafe. ☞ a free dessert Practice 6 RCB.Ing_U2_vim3p(2023).indd 48 20/3/2023 10:28:07 AM PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD.