130 Questions 1 to 8 are based on the given stimuli. Read the text carefully and choose the best answer A, B or C. Students are invited to listen to a talk on Social Etiquette by Datuk Roslan Venue: Bradley College, Ipoh Time: 10.30 a.m. Date: 11 May 20–– • fi e talk is open to all school-leavers. • fi ere will be a minimum charge of RM8. • Lunch will be served. • Participants must register an hour before the talk begins. • Latecomers will not be entertained. 1 Which of the following statements is true? A Those who are interested have to register by 9.30 a.m. B Anyone who is interested can attend the talk. C RM8 will be charged for lunch. Although you may feel pretty good about some exams, there are always the ones that might not turn out as well as you expected. Instead of worrying about the tough ones, tell yourself you can do it. It’s easier said than done but with the right mindset, you’ll perform better and feel better overall. 2 Which of the following would be a good title for the excerpt above? A Study Tips B Staying Positive C Scoring in Exams Dear Editor, For most of us, awareness of garbage crisis stops as soon as it is out of sight. We do not even wonder where the garbage goes. However, do you know what mountains of waste can do to us? Someday the effects can cause hazardous pollution which is uncontrollable. So, what are we waiting for? I hope all of you out there will not hesitate to do something now! Concerned 3 The writer is trying to tell us that pollution caused by garbage is A unhealthy. B alarming. C risky. TIGER’S CRY Within seconds, you would have done the greatest favour in your life! Donate RM20 and save wild tigers around the world as they are desperate for help. They could become extinct in less than 20 years. The loss of habitat due to human population and poaching has driven the tigers to the brink of extinction. Just click to participate: Sign up to save the tigers DONATE www.tigerscry.com.my SPM Format Practices Short Texts (Reading and Use of English) Paper 1 – Part 1 F5 Strategi A+ E12(127-136).indd 130 10/13/2023 11:57:25 AM MU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SLMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BA
131 4 Which of the following about this web page is true? A Tigers will become extinct in 20 years’ time. B Anybody can help the tigers by clicking online. C The growth of human population has caused the loss of habitat. Hobbies of Students of SMK Bandar Setia Online games Social networking sites Games Reading Movies 5 From the pie chart, we can conclude that A reading is more popular than watching movies. B more than of the students spend their time online. C only a quarter of the students enjoy reading. KUALA LUMPUR: An early dawn fire destroyed a row of shops which include a tyre shop, a restaurant, an antique shop and a bank. The cost of the damage is estimated to be around RM2 mil. Fortunately, there were no casualties during the 5 a.m. incident yesterday. Five fire engines with 40 men from the Federal Territory Fire and Rescue Department rushed to the scene and brought the fire under control in 40 minutes. It is suspected that the fire was caused by a probable gas explosion in the restaurant. Police are conducting further investigations to determine the actual cause of the fire. 6 Which of the following statements is true? A The cause of the fire was a gas explosion. B Tyres, furniture and lives were lost in the fire. C The police are investigating to determine what caused the fire. Are you interested in taking part in a marathon? Here are some suggestions for you to train for a marathon. A personal training schedule is necessary and you should not start with heavy exercise. You should only go for the full distance after taking a day of rest. 7 Which of the following best shows the sequence in preparing for a marathon? A Personal timetable → Light training → Full distance → Rest day B Personal timetable → Rest day → Full distance → Light training C Personal timetable → Light training → Rest day → Full distance The rise in influenza A (H1N1) cases has again raised concerns among the public. I realised that I needed to get a vaccination. However, when I read in the newspapers about the process, I became worried that it would be a big hassle. On the contrary, it was a painless process. I checked out the list of participating clinics, chose one, walked in and registered to get the vaccination. The nurses there were very helpful, answered all of my queries and I got vaccinated. It was as simple as that. Manminder Jaj, Kuala Lumpur 8 In the letter above, Manminder Jaj expresses his A relief that the vaccination was hassle-free. B gratitude to the newspapers for reporting the case. C worry that he will be unable to get the vaccination. [8 marks] F5 Strategi A+ E12(127-136).indd 131 10/13/2023 11:57:25 AM MU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SLMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BA
132 Your class has been discussing inclusive education. Inclusive education means having typical and special needs learners in the same classroom. Your teacher has asked you to write an essay on the advantages and disadvantages of an inclusive classroom. In your essay, you should write about: • the benefits of an inclusive classroom • the disadvantages of an inclusive classroom • your opinion on which is better and why Use all the notes above and give reasons for your point of view. Write your essay in 125 – 150 words in an appropriate style. [Introduction] Inclusive education ensures all students are given equal opportunities to get an education. [Point 1] An inclusive classroom benefits both typical and special needs learners. Typical students learn to work alongside their special needs peers and become mentors to some of them. It encourages acceptance of all abilities. Special needs learners are given the opportunity to interact with peers regardless of how they learn. [Point 2] However, there are disadvantages too. Some teachers may not be trained to teach learners with special needs. So, special needs learners may not get the attention they need. Furthermore, when lessons get too far ahead, some special needs children may get left behind unless they have shadow aides to help them. [Point 3] In my opinion, inclusive classrooms should be encouraged. There are clear benefits for all in the classroom. Where teachers are concerned, information is aplenty online these days. [Conclusion] Schools could train the teachers on handling inclusive classrooms. Schools could also provide assistant teachers to help the special needs learners. [20 marks] Guided Writing (Writing) Paper 2 – Part 2 F5 Strategi A+ E12(127-136).indd 132 10/13/2023 11:57:25 AM MU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SLMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BA
133 Interlocutor : Now, I’d like you to talk about something together for about three minutes. The task will have two parts. In the first part, you will discuss something with each other for about two minutes. Then, in the second part, you will have another minute to make a decision together. All right? Let’s begin with the discussion task. There are many ways to help the homeless. Place Part 3 booklet, open at Task 3, in front of the candidates. Here are some ways to help the homeless and a question for you to discuss. First, you have some time to look at the task. Candidates A & B: Allow candidates 20 seconds to prepare. approx. 20 seconds Task 3 Become a volunteer Donate Provide health services How do we help the homeless? Understand them Acknowledge and embrace them Educate others 6 1 2 3 5 4 Interlocutor : Now, talk to each other about ways to help the homeless. Candidates A & B 2 minutes : Many ways – [1] understand their condition – mixture of circumstances – find time to listen to them – empathize – [2] educate others who look down on them – some do not know how to help – feature homeless in newspapers or social media – teach children to respect homeless people – [3] acknowledge and embrace them – treat them with love and respect - [4] donate basic needs – food and water, clothing and shoes, other essentials – donate money – housing services – [5] provide health services – rehabilitation programmes – [6] become a volunteer with NGOs – help get jobs – afford to rent a place Back-up prompts to be used if necessary: What do you think [candidate name]? What about this [pointing to option]? Discussion (Speaking) Paper 3 – Part 3 F5 Strategi A+ E12(127-136).indd 133 10/13/2023 11:57:25 AM MU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SLMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BA
134 Interlocutor : Thank you. Now you have about a minute to decide together which is the best way to help the homeless. Candidates A & B 1 minute : best way – educate others – only by doing this – more people will become aware – homeless people in society – everyone must do their part – cooperation from public – identify and help Interlocutor : Thank you. Can I have the booklet, please? Retrieve Part 3 booklet. You’ve been talking about ways to help the homeless, now let’s hear your opinion on this. Why do people become homeless? Select any of the following prompts as appropriate: • What do you think? • Do you agree? • How about you? Candidates A & B 2 minutes : Both candidates should talk about what causes people to become homeless. • Poverty • Drugs or alcohol abuse • Unemployment • Family problems Interlocutor : Thank you, [Candidate A and Candidate B]. That’s the end of the Speaking test. You will hear Sarah talking about five dogs in an animal shelter. For questions 1 to 10, fill in the missing information in each numbered space. Use NO MORE THAN ONE WORD for each space. You will hear the interview twice. Answer all the questions. Dogs in Shelters Sarah narrated the stories of five dogs in an animal shelter in America. Skylar, a Beagle, was found chained up in a (1) backyard . The (2) owners were very delighted to give her up. Casper, a mixed breed was brought in by a (3) couple who saw the dog becoming thinner and sicker due to skin infection. His skin was red with (4) patches of fur. Maggie, an 11-yearold was (5) surrendered by owners who “did not want her anymore”. She had vaccinations and several (6) teeth extractions. She now lives with loving owners. Shorty has not had (7) adoption interest for some time. Looking at his size and good health, the prospects of him being adopted have significantly (8) improved . Zimmer, a 10-year-old was sent to the shelter due to a family (9) emergency . Realising that the dog needed medical (10) attention , the staff took him to the vet for a complete medical check-up. [10 marks] Note Completion (Listening) Paper 4 – Part 4 QR Code Audio Audio F5 Strategi A+ E12(127-134).indd 134 10/31/2023 4:29:58 PM MU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SLMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BA
135 PETALING JAYA: Emma Sofea is ready to participate in the Malaysian Open bowling championship fi nals this Saturday. She is not aiming for the sky as it is only her second tournament after returning from a eight-month lay-off due to a wrist injury. She fi nished 24th at the Thailand Open two weeks ago. “I aim to get my career back on track. For now, I just want to bowl without any fear of worsening my injury,” she said. She fi nished runner-up in the Malaysian Open last year. 1 From the newspaper extract, we know that Emma Sofea A is keen to take part in the coming Malaysian Open bowling championship fi nals. B is determined to make bowling a career by becoming a professional bowler. C had a bad wrist injury a year ago. One of the ocean’s most infamous mysteries is that of the Waratah, a 500-foot-long passenger steamship that vanished with 211 passengers onboard in July 1909. The British ship commonly travelled between Europe and Australia, but at the time of its disappearance, it was simply motoring from Durban to Cape Town, South Africa. A ship in that vicinity may have seen the Waratah that night, “but suddenly there were two big, bright fl ashes of light, and it disappeared.” Various searches through the years have turned up other ships but not the Waratah. The last search took place in 2004. Source: https://www.outsideonline.com/ 2 Which of the following statements is true? A Waratah was found in 2004. B Witnesses know what happened to the ship. C Waratah was going to Cape Town when the steamship vanished. WOW FIESTA 20–– The WOW (Women Do Wonders) Fiesta is a celebration of women in conjunction with International Women’s Day. Over RM60,000 worth of goodies and prizes are up for grabs! 16 March 20–– 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. Bestari Mall, Petaling Jaya An Event for Everyone! Admission is Free! Entertainment Workshops and workouts Spend and win! Talks by trailblazing women 3 The main purpose of this advertisement is A to inform the public the wonders of women. B to give away RM60,000 worth of goodies and prizes. C to invite people to attend the fi esta and enjoy themselves. Questions 1 to 8 are based on the given stimuli. Study the information carefully and choose the best answer A, B or C. Part 1: Short Texts [40 marks] Time: 1 hour 30 minutes [8 marks] Reading and Use of English Paper 1 SPM Model Test F5 Strategi A+ MT(135-146).indd 135 10/18/2023 10:03:29 AM MU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SLMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BA
136 116, Jalan Empangan 3, Taman Kelang, Pandan Perdana 1 st YEAR ANNIVERSARY SALE! 8 – 12 May 20–– Active Sporting Goods RM5 off a purchase of over RM50 OR RM10 off a purchase of over RM100! Shoes up to 75% off Come before 10 a.m. and get additional 25% off 4 Which of the following statements is true? A Customers have one week to enjoy the sale. B A customer buying RM75 worth of purchases will only pay RM65. C Customers who come earlier in the morning will get additional discounts. Island of the Dolls in Mexico is an island located in the canals of the Xochimilco neighbourhood of Mexico City. Local legends say that the island’s caretaker became haunted by guilt after he was unable to save a little girl who drowned there more than 50 years ago. He hung dolls around the island as a tribute. The unsettling dolls with severed limbs, decapitated heads and empty eye sockets still remain there and some people claim the island is haunted. Source: https://www.theactivetimes.com/ 5 Which of the following statements is true? A The girl was the caretaker’s daughter. B The caretaker placed the dolls as a sign of respect. C The little girl who drowned loved to play with dolls. Bob, I will be back late today. I have an urgent meeting. Please call for a pizza for yourself. Also, do not forget to call Dad and let him know I will be late. I will prepare something for Dad when he returns. Love, Mum 6 From the message, we know that Bob has to A go to bed early. B cook for his father. C get his own dinner. Do you know a child with autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia or ADD/ADHD? If you are passionate about teaching and would like to help children with such learning diffi culties, please register for an intensive course by calling 03-9098XXXX 7 According to the text, which of the following is the aim of the course? A Motivate children to study harder. B Tackle problems of autism and dyslexia. C Equip educators with the skills to help children with learning disabilities. Make an effort to ensure you are getting enough vitamin C on a daily basis. For prevention, try drinking a cup of this tea daily. • Soak two cups of rose hips in eight cups of water overnight. • Strain, then heat the liquid in your microwave for two minutes and drink as a tea. • Add a teaspoon of honey (optional). It is great for colds, sore throats and the fl u. 8 Which of the following steps is not necessary in preparing the tea? A Soaking some rose hips. B Adding honey to the liquid. C Straining the rose hip liquid. F5 Strategi A+ MT(135-146).indd 136 10/18/2023 10:03:30 AM MU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SLMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BA
137 Frogs and toads (0) are amphibians. The word ‘amphibian’ is (9) from the Greek language, which means ‘twin lives’. It refers to the (10) that most frogs and toads spend the early part of their lives in water and their later lives on land. Frogs have smooth moist skin and are likely to be (11) in damp habitats in the garden. Toads, on the other hand, have bumpy skin and prefer to crawl instead of hop. Toads are also able to endure dry places. People always think that frogs and toads (12) simple creatures. This is far from the truth. In fact, they are masters at staying away (13) humans. When you walk in the jungle, you will be amazed to hear loud choruses of frogs as they (14) to tree branches or wallow in small pools. Malaysia is full of frogs and toads, especially in wet places. There are over 165 species thriving (15) forests and wetlands. The biggest variety found in Malaysia is the American Bullfrog. It is not (16) but a foreign species. It is farmed and eaten as culinary food. The tiniest frog can be found in Sarawak. These tiny frogs grow to the size of a pea and they live on a certain plant from which they take their name―Nepenthes ampullaria. There is a Malay folktale that says when frogs or toads croak, they are actually (17) ____________ rain. They are doing this because they are in danger of being eaten by a snake. The rain apparently stops the snake in its (18) __________, forcing it to hunt elsewhere or at some other time. Being a cold-blooded reptile, the rain causes temperatures to drop and it becomes too cold for the snake to hunt. 0 A is B are C was D were 9 A derive B derives C derived D deriving 10 A fact B idea C thought D feeling 11 A fi nd B fi nds C found D fi nding 12 A is B are C was D were 13 A by B off C with D from 14 A swing B cling C hop D walk 15 A on B in C at D over 16 A indigenous B aboriginal C original D ethnic 17 A calling B calling off C calling for D calling out 18 A way B path C trails D tracks Questions 9 to 18 are based on the following passage. Read the passage carefully and choose the best answers A, B, C or D to fi ll in each blank. Part 2: Cloze Text [10 marks] Frogs and Toads F5 Strategi A+ MT(135-146).indd 137 10/18/2023 10:03:31 AM MU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SLMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BA
138 Questions 19 to 26 are based on the following passage. Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer A, B, C or D. I liked water as a child. But when I was eight, I nearly drowned in the children’s pool at a holiday resort. Ever since that day, I always had a fear of water. Despite this, my father insisted that I learn how to swim. Some eight months later, during the long school holidays, I gingerly got into the water for my fi rst swimming lesson…that too after much coaxing from my father and mother. The swim teacher had a hard time getting me to let go of her hand. Finally, I learned to swim in the safety of a private swim school. “Well done, Carol!” said my swim teacher proudly. Over the years, when we went to the seaside for vacations, I never ventured to swim in the sea. The murky water prevented me from seeing the seabed. So I always opted to swim in the hotel swimming pool where I could see the bottom clearly. When I was 18, my two cousins invited me to go snorkelling with a bunch of friends in Pulau Tinggi, one of the lesser known islands off Mersing, Johor. I was hesitant at fi rst, but then decided to give it a go. Together with a friend, we took a train to Mersing, where we stayed at my cousins’ place. Early the next morning, the 12 of us got into a speedboat and headed for an island which was less than an hour away. The sea was choppy and the ride was bumpy. It made me nauseous. Thankfully, we arrived at the island and were greeted by a pristine white sand beach backed by a hill of tropical rainforest. This was Mount Semundu, known as the “General’s Hat Island” to the locals because of its shape. Our home for the next two nights was a semi-open longhouse with a view of the ocean. We had two snorkelling sessions each day―one in the morning and one in the afternoon. After unpacking our stuff, we changed into our swimming gear for our fi rst snorkelling session. Our guide and his helpers handed out the life vests, snorkelling equipment and gave us some simple instructions. It sounded easy enough―breathe in through your mouth and breathe out through your nose―the opposite of what you do on land. For safety reasons, we were paired up into twos, with the guides accompanying the ones who could not swim or were the least confi dent in water. Unfortunately, I was not considered one of them, despite my fear of water. We were given some time to practise in shallow waters and then, led by the guides, we snorkelled in deeper waters. I breathed in and out steadily as instructed and was now extremely thankful for all those swimming lessons. Before, sea water was always foreboding to me because you couldn’t see what was in it. But the minute I put on the snorkelling mask and had my head in the water, I was awestruck by the magical underwater world that I “forgot” to be afraid. Myriad fi sh in many hues swam past me. Colourful corals beckoned from below. We kept paddling until we were quite far from the shore where the water was deeper. So captivated and engrossed were we with the marine life that we lost track of time. It wasn’t until the guide called all of us back with a loud whistle that we realised we had been snorkelling for more than three hours. It was already past lunch time! After lunch and a short rest, we went to another part of the island, which was totally deserted for more snorkelling. Later, as I prepared for my fi rst night on the island, I felt a little wobbly, like I was still moving about in the water. That night, I dreamed that I was in the sea still snorkelling away. It was a sweet dream! I had really enjoyed my fi rst snorkelling experience, and have gone on many excursions after that day. Source: StarLifestyle Part 3: Extended Text [8 marks] F5 Strategi A+ MT(135-146).indd 138 10/18/2023 10:03:31 AM MU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SLMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BA
139 19 In paragraph 2, why did the writer use the word gingerly? A The writer was being stubborn. B The writer was being cautious. C The writer was being brave. D The writer was being silly. 20 In paragraph 3, why did the writer swim in the swimming pool instead of the sea? A She did not like swimming in murky water. B She learned to swim in a private swimming pool. C She could see the bottom of the swimming pool clearly. D She only went to the seaside for vacations and snorkelling. 21 In paragraph 4, why is Mount Semundu known as the “General’s Hat Island”? A Due to its shape. B Due to the choppy sea. C Due to the pristine white sand beach. D Due to the speedboat needed to get there. 22 In paragraph 5, what did the writer do? A Attended two snorkelling sessions in two days. B Stayed in the semi-open longhouse for two nights. C Helped the guides to hand out the life vests to all her friends. D Changed into her swimming gear before unpacking her stuff. 23 When did the writer feel extremely thankful for all her swimming lessons? A When the guides accompanied her as she was the least confident in water. B When she was given some time to practise in shallow waters. C When she snorkelled out to deeper waters. D When she was paired up into twos. 24 What made the writer change her mind about the sea water? A Putting on her snorkelling mask. B Seeing the magical underwater world. C Seeing the colourful fish below the corals. D Putting her head in the water for the first time. 25 When did the writer realise that she had been snorkelling for more than three hours? A When she realised it was past lunch time. B When they were quite far from the shore. C When she realised the water was getting deeper. D When the guide called all of them back with a loud whistle. 26 Why did the writer feel that it was a sweet dream? A She felt a little wobbly as though she was having a dream. B She enjoyed her snorkelling experience very much. C She was totally deserted because of snorkelling. D She had a dream about snorkelling. F5 Strategi A+ MT(135-146).indd 139 10/18/2023 10:03:31 AM MU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SLMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BA
140 Questions 27 to 32 are based on an article about the most interesting cultures in the world. 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). There are two extra sentences which you do not need to use. Most Interesting Cultures in the World The world has over 195 countries which are inhabited by people of different ethnicities. Every ethnic group has its own culture that governs them. While some have cultures that are bearable, others have cultures that are not only hilarious but scary and even weird to some extent. The men belonging to the Latuka Tribe of Sudan have a unique way of proposing a marriage. Imagine this; a young man identifi es a woman he thinks is fi t to be his wife. And instead of courting her, he kidnaps her. After the kidnap, his elders go to the lady’s father to ask for her hand in marriage. If the girl’s father accepts his daughter to be married to the said young man, he will give the suitor a thorough beating. (27) C While the rest of the men are going down on one knee to propose, a Latuka young man only needs the strength to sweep his bride off her feet and run. The Kazakhs, a nomadic tribe, live in Kazakhstan. Their most famous tradition is hunting with eagles. This tradition is one of the uppermost forms of art and staunchness. There is an annual Golden Eagles Festival where the Kazakhs wear wolf skin and take to the mountains on horseback. (28) A The Rabari tribe in India happens to be one of the tribes that upholds the culture of magic. The Rabari originated from Iran more than 1,000 years ago. You can easily identify them from their elaborate embroidery, great brass jewellery and tattoos. Their women wear magical symbols that are both decorative and religious. (29) G Found in Kenya and Tanzania, the Massai are known to be courageous and friendly. An interesting culture of theirs is the spitting culture. A good example is when a baby is born. The elders come to bless the baby by spitting on it and saying that it’s not a good baby. They believe that by saying the baby is terrible, they attract blessings to the baby. (30) E Also, their young men or warriors spit on their hands before shaking the elders’ hands. The Ahaagaren Tuaregs of Algeria is another tribe that has an interesting culture. Under normal circumstances, especially in the Muslim community, it’s the women who adorn veils. (31) B Here men wear veils and are not allowed to remove them unless they are home or are travelling. The Pokot community are in Kenya. They are farmers and are known for farm produce and keeping of cattle. For you to earn respect in this community, you need to have lots of cows. (32) F This means that if you have stores of farm produce but only a small number of cows, you are considered to be poor. Adapted from https://urbankenyans.com/most-interesting-cultures-in-the-world/ Part 4: Gapped Text [6 marks] F5 Strategi A+ MT(135-146).indd 140 10/18/2023 10:03:31 AM MU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SLMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BA
141 PANG GALLERY An ongoing promotion of a wide range of imported art pieces, including prints and posters. Our handwoven rugs and carpets are just fabulous. We also give tips on how to decorate your home or offi ce. Making your home and offi ce cozy is our business. LEATHER SHOP Branded ladies’ shoes, sandals, belts, handbags and wallets of latest designs. Value for your money. All products are imported from Japan. Discounts up to 30% on leather bags. Limited stock. SAL BOUTIQUE We are having a month-long promotion of a whole range of batik wear, ranging from shirts to ties and jackets. We also do made-to-order tailoring. All items are made locally. Best buy from RM15. FASHION WEAR OUTLET Our fabulous trendy wear and latest fashionable outfi ts are the rave of the town. Our customers include professionals, celebrities and singers. Special discounts of up to 70% on pantsuits and ladies’ jackets. Hurry while stocks last! BOY-MAN PARADISE We specialise in boys’ and men’s clothes, sportswear, accessories, goggles, caps, etc. Name it, we have it. Special discounts on swimwear, shorts and tracksuits. Buy one, free one! Limited stock. Hurry! Hurry! ZEE’S FOOTWEAR We sell various types of footwear including boots, track shoes, heels, loafers, party shoes, sandals, roller skates, slippers, sneakers, tennis shoes and many other formal and casual footwear. We cater to children and adults. Our products are of superior quality and the prices are reasonable. Shop now to enjoy 30% discounts on selected items. A C E F B D A Golden eagles ascend into the sky in celebration of the extraordinary culture. B But in this tribe, the opposite is exact. C The beating is the symbol of acceptance. D Here, you are considered wealthy if you are healthy. E But if they say that the baby is good, then they will be welcoming curses on it. F Here, wealth is counted according to the number of cows you own. G On the other hand, their men wear jewellery and turbans. H The spitting is to test how the young men will react during a crisis. Part 5: Matching and Information Transfer [8 marks] Questions 33 to 40 are based on the following texts. Read the texts below and answer the questions that follow. F5 Strategi A+ MT(135-146).indd 141 10/18/2023 10:03:32 AM MU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SLMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BA
142 Questions 33 to 36 Using the information given, which text (A – F) mentions these discounted items? Description Paragraph 33 Leather bags C 34 A whole range of batik wear B 35 Pantsuits and jackets D 36 Shorts, swimwear and tracksuits E Questions 37 to 40 Using words from the texts, complete the summary. Choose no more than one word for each blank. Shopping There are many shops and boutiques in my town. You can buy belts, wallets and handbags at Leather Shop. All the products are (37) imported from Japan and there is a discount of 30% on leather bags. Pang Gallery is famous for its prints and posters. They also have handwoven (38) rugs and carpets for every home. If you love batik wear, make sure you visit Sal Boutique to enjoy special discounts during their month-long (39) promotion . Fashion Wear Outlet is currently offering discounts on ladies’ apparel while Boy-Man Paradise is having a buy one, free one offer. If you are looking for footwear, you must visit Zee’s Footwear. They sell formal and (40) casual footwear for people of all ages. F5 Strategi A+ MT(135-146).indd 142 10/18/2023 10:03:32 AM MU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SLMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BA
143 [60 marks] Time: 1 hour 30 minutes Part 1: Short Communicative Message [20 marks] You must answer this question. Question 1 You received an email from your friend, Belinda from Singapore. Hi there, I’m planning to visit you in December. I would like to visit Pangkor Island as I’d read good reviews about it. I’ve never been there before. Would you be able to accompany me? How do we get there and where can we stay? Looking forward to your reply. Take care. Write an email to your friend in about 80 words in the space provided. Write your answer below. EMAIL To: Subject: [Greeting] Hi Belinda, [Opening] That’s great news! Pangkor Island is a great place to visit. [Question 1] Yes, I’d be free to accompany you. [Question 2] We need to take a bus to Lumut town before taking a ferry to Pangkor Island. [Question 3] There are many beach resorts in Pangkor Island. We can either stay at a hotel in Lumut and make a day trip to the island or if you prefer, we can stay at a beach resort in Pangkor Island. Let me know what you have decided. [Closing] Bye! Sarah [email protected] Pangkor Island Writing Paper 2 F5 Strategi A+ MT(135-146).indd 143 10/18/2023 10:03:32 AM MU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SLMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BA
144 Part 2: Guided Writing [20 marks] You must answer this question. Question 2 Your class has been discussing the advantages of taking public transport and owning your own vehicle. Your teacher has asked you to write an essay on it. In your essay, you should write about: • the benefi ts of public transportation • the benefi ts of owning your own vehicle • your preferred choice and reasons for your choice Use all the notes above and give reasons for your point of view. Write your essay in 125 – 150 words in an appropriate style. [Introduction] There are many modes of transport to get from one place to another. [Point 1] Public transportation range from trains, buses, and taxis to GrabCars. Most places within the city are connected by MRTs or LRTs, therefore, one does not need to worry about traffi c. Furthermore, there is less carbon emission making it environmentally friendly. [Point 2] Owning your own vehicle has many advantages. You are not tied down to only going to places with access to public transportation. It can also be used to travel for leisure. Carpooling is an option too whereby you can take passengers travelling to the same destination. [Point 3] I prefer owning my own vehicle. I can use it to get to work or university and do not have to depend on anyone. It also allows me to run errands for my family so that they are not burdened with too many tasks. Furthermore, I can also do favours by taking friends along who are heading in the same direction. [Conclusion] Therefore, I would prefer owning my own vehicle. F5 Strategi A+ MT(135-146).indd 144 10/18/2023 10:03:32 AM MU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SLMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BA
145 Part 3: Extended Writing [20 marks] There 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 Your school hosted a 5-day visit for students from a school in Sabah in a Student Exchange Programme. You are one of the students involved in organising the visit. In your report, you must: • state the reason for the visit • talk about the activities that were held • share the opinions of the exchange students Write your report. Question 4 You recently saw this notice in a magazine. Reviews required! Attention all bookworms out there! Have you read an interesting book lately? Share a review with other equally enthusiastic readers. Make sure you include the title of the book. Provide a detailed synopsis of the story and what you learned from this story. Write your review. Question 5 Your teacher has asked you to write a story for the school magazine. The story must begin with the following words: Rani looked at the curtains swaying in the wind, pondering ... Your story must include: • a description of the sacrifi ce made by Rani • an explanation of why the sacrifi ce was made Write your story. F5 Strategi A+ MT(135-146).indd 145 10/18/2023 10:03:32 AM MU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SLMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BA
146 Question Number: ________ Question 3 [Introduction] • State details about the exchange students – number, age group, gender. [Point 1] • State the reason for the visit. • Where did the exchange students stay? [Point 2] • Elaborate on the activities that were held during the programme – sightseeing, talent contest, etc. [Point 3] • Did the exchange students enjoy the visit? Share their opinions. [Sign off] • Remember to write your name and class at the end of the report. Question 4 [Introduction] • Name the title of the book and the author. • State the genre – adventure, science fiction, horror, etc. • Where can the book be purchased? [Body] • Provide a detailed synopsis of the story. • Did you enjoy reading the book? • Who is your favourite character? • Which part of the story did you like the most? [Recommendation] • Would you recommend the book to your friends? Give your reasons. Question 5 [Introduction] • Begin the story with words given. • Introduce the characters in the story. [Body] • Describe the relationship between the characters. • Who made the sacrifice? • Was the sacrifice necessary? Why? • How did the character feel after making the sacrifice? [Conclusion] • Write an interesting ending. F5 Strategi A+ MT(135-146).indd 146 10/18/2023 10:03:32 AM MU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SLMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BA
147 [24 marks] Time: 13 minutes General questions Part 1 3 – 4 minutes Phase 1 Interlocutor Good morning/afternoon. I’m … and this is my colleague … She’ll just listen to us. First of all, we’d like to know something about you. Main questions Back-up prompts Candidate A Candidate B Candidate A Candidate B What’s your name, please? Thank you. And, what’s your name? Thank you. Where do you live? How many siblings do you have? Thank you. Should I call you …? Where are you from? Do you have any brothers or sisters? Phase 2 Interlocutor Now I’m going to ask you about your school life. Select one or more questions from the list to ask the candidates. Use the candidates’ name throughout. Main questions Back-up prompts What clubs or societies do you join in school? What do you like about your school? Which games do you like the most? Did you join any school trips recently? Thank you. Are you a member of any club or society in school? Do you like going to school? (Why?) What games do you play in school? Do you enjoy going on school trips? (Why?) (Teacher to evaluate.) Speaking Paper 3 F5 Strategi A+ MT(147-156).indd 147 10/18/2023 10:00:17 AM MU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SLMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BA
148 1 A celebration at school 2 Your favourite relative Part 2 3 – 4 minutes Interlocutor In this part of the test, I’m going to give each of you a topic and l’d like you to talk about it on your own for about a minute. You also need to answer a question briefly about your partner’s topic. (Candidate A), it’s your turn first. Here’s your task Place Part 2 booklet, open at Task 2A, in front of Candidate A. I’d like you to talk about a celebration held recently at your school. First, you have some time to think about what you’re going to say. Candidate A Allow candidate 20 seconds to prepare. approx. 20 seconds Interlocutor All right? You may start now. Candidate A 1 minute [P1] celebration held recently – Teachers’ Day celebration – head prefect called a meeting – all the prefects – planned assembly on Teachers’ Day – show our appreciation – things teachers have contributed – our lives – [P2] as school prefect – my duty – decorate hall and stage – during assembly – national anthem – pledges by teachers – inspiring speech by head prefect – talked about – teachers delivered inspiring and interesting lessons – gave important lessons of knowledge and values – affect the way – we live in society – present and future – headmaster thanked – organising committee – planning the programmes – cut a book-shaped cake – clapped hands in applause – party was held for teachers – [P3] enjoyed myself – no lessons – [P4] schools – organise celebrations – strengthen bond – teachers and students Back-up prompts to be used if necessary. Use the prompts below. [the oblique ‘/’ is included to make it a choice.] What can you say about ...? Tell me more about ... Interlocutor Thank you. (Candidate B), what was the celebration held recently at your school? Did you have fun? Why? Candidate B approx. 20 seconds Hari Raya celebration – had fun – took part – dance performance – first time – wearing baju kebaya – at first – felt slightly uncomfortable – got used to it – received standing ovation Interlocutor Thank you. (Candidate A) Can I have the booklet, please? Retrieve Part 2 booklet. Place Part 2 booklet, open at Task 2B, in front of Candidate B. F5 Strategi A+ MT(147-156).indd 148 10/18/2023 10:00:17 AM MU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SLMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BA
149 Interlocutor Now, (Candidate B), here’s your task. I’d like you to talk about your favourite relative. First, you have some time to think about what you’re going to say. Candidate B Allow candidate 20 seconds to prepare. approx. 20 seconds Interlocutor All right? You may start now. Candidate B 1 minute [P1] favourite relative – uncle – father’s eldest brother – name and age – [P2] good-looking man – tall – black curly hair – kind and polite – during school holidays – my siblings and I – always spend time – with uncle – go for picnics – camping trips – good sense of humour – cheer you up when you are down – listen before giving advice – [P3] favourite uncle – my role model – was best student – younger days – continued studies – local university – studying law – worked hard – law firms – opened his own law firm – after gaining experience – hardworking man – put in many hours at work – achieve career goals – uncle’s law firm – well known firms in town – [P4] important for people to be close to family members – blood is thicker than water – having problems – family comes to rescue Back-up prompts to be used if necessary. Use the prompts below. [the oblique ‘/’ is included to make it as a choice.] What can you say about ...? Tell me more about ... Interlocutor Thank you. (Candidate A), who is your favourite relative? Why? Candidate A approx. 20 seconds grandmother – always spends time – though not too well – tells me stories – gives me advice – great cook – cook up a storm – Chinese New Year – looking forward – meeting her – reunion dinner Interlocutor Thank you. (Candidate B) Can I have the booklet, please? Retrieve Part 2 booklet. F5 Strategi A+ MT(147-156).indd 149 10/18/2023 10:00:17 AM MU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SLMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BA
150 Part 2 – Task 2A A celebration at school Talk about a celebration held recently at your school. You should say: • what the event was P1 • as a school prefect, what you did there P2 • if you enjoyed yourself (why/why not?) P3 • why schools should hold celebrations P4 Part 2 – Task 2B Your favourite relative Talk about your favourite relative. You should say: • who this person is P1 • what this person looks like P2 • why this person is your favourite relative P3 • if you think it is important for people to be close with their family members (why/why not?) P4 F5 Strategi A+ MT(147-156).indd 150 10/18/2023 10:00:17 AM MU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SLMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BA
151 Reading Part 3 4 – 5 minutes Interlocutor Now, I’d like you to talk about something together for about three minutes. The task will have two parts. In the first part, you will discuss something with each other for about two minutes. Then, in the second part, you will have another minute to make a decision together. All right? Let’s begin with the discussion task. People today spend less time reading. Place Part 3 booklet, open at Task 3, in front of the candidates. Here are some reasons why people must read every day and a question for you to discuss. First, you have some time to look at the task. Candidates A & B Allow candidates 20 seconds to prepare. approx. 20 seconds Interlocutor Now, talk to each other about the reasons why people must read every day. Candidates A & B 2 minutes Both students should talk about the six reasons that are on the mind map and what they think of each of them. Back-up prompts to be used if necessary: What do you think (candidate name)? What about this [pointing to option]? Interlocutor Thank you. Now you have about a minute to decide together which is the most important reason people must read every day. Candidates A & B 1 minute Candidates must discuss and choose the most important reason people must read every day. They should also provide reasons for choosing the item. Candidates should use language functions to show giving opinions, persuasion and affirmation or disagreements. Interlocutor Thank you. Can I have the booklet, please? Retrieve Part 3 booklet. You’ve been talking about why people must read every day, now let’s hear your opinion on this. In what ways does social media influence people’s reading habits? Select any of the following prompts as appropriate: • What do you think? • Do you agree? • How about you? Candidates A & B 2 minutes Both students should talk about the impact of social media on people’s reading habits. Does social media promote reading? Candidates should give their opinions using language functions to show giving opinions, opening a discussion, progressing with a discussion and closing a discussion. Interlocutor Thank you. [Candidate A and Candidate B]. That’s the end of the Speaking test. F5 Strategi A+ MT(147-156).indd 151 10/18/2023 10:00:17 AM MU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SLMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BA
152 Part 3 – Task 3 Why must people read every day? improves memory improves language and vocabulary stimulates imagination and creativity increases knowledge keeps brain active reduces stress F5 Strategi A+ MT(147-156).indd 152 10/18/2023 10:00:17 AM MU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SLMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BA
153 [30 marks] Time: 40 minutes Part 1: Short Dialogues/Monologues [7 marks] Questions 1 to 7 You will hear people talking in seven different situations. For questions 1 to 7, choose the correct answer (A, B or C). You will hear each recording twice. Answer all the questions. 1 People should wash their hands A before going out. B with soap and water. C after covering their nose and mouth. 2 What does the newscaster say about the competition? A Each winner will receive 3,000 Euros. B The judges have selected three winners. C The competition is organised by Photo Shoots Studio. 3 The student could not go to school last week because A it was raining continuously for three days. B a landslide had blocked the road going to her housing area. C of the convenience of having online classes at her longhouse. 4 What does the student say about his new phone? A His parents gave him the phone to play games. B The Novo phone is very popular among teenagers. C There are many useful features which help him to do his schoolwork. 5 The lady’s ambition is to A get a stable job. B open a flower shop. C become a secretary. 6 What does the man say about the children at present times? A Children cannot use their imagination. B Children do not know how to make a wooden plane. C Children today are lucky to have the chance to fly to many places. 7 The student did not catch any fish because A the weather was hot. B he was not patient enough. C he did not have enough bait. Audio Listening Paper 4 QR Code Audio F5 Strategi A+ MT(147-156).indd 153 10/18/2023 10:00:17 AM MU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SLMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BA
154 Part 2: Longer Narrative/Monologue [8 marks] Questions 8 to 15 You will hear Melissa Raymond talking about her career as an air stewardess. For questions 8 to 15, circle the correct answer (A, B or C). You will hear the recording twice. Answer all the questions. 8 Why did Melissa choose to be an air stewardess? A She loves travelling by plane. B She intends to learn a new language. C She wants to gain new experiences in the countries she visits. 9 Melissa was accepted as a trainee A after she passed a difficult interview B after she completed a rigorous training course C after she applied for the post of a flight attendant 10 Why did Melissa learn swimming? A To go swimming in the countries she visits B To rescue people in emergency landing on water C To teach the passengers in emergency landing situations 11 Which training session did Melissa love the most? A Pacifying babies B Dealing with difficult passengers C Rescuing people in emergency landing on water 12 What difficulty does Melissa face after working for 16 hours straight and experiencing different time zones? A Fatigue B To play many roles C To remain calm and composed 13 Flight attendants need to have composure during emergencies to ensure A that the passengers behave well B that their colleagues do not panic C the passengers’ safety and security 14 What should Melissa do when dealing with difficult passengers? A Remain tactful B Behave irrationally C Continue being stubborn 15 What are the requirements of a flight attendant? A Enjoys meeting people B Needs to be an outgoing person C Needs to be physically and mentally fit F5 Strategi A+ MT(147-156).indd 154 10/18/2023 10:00:17 AM MU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SLMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BA
155 Part 3: Matching [5 marks] Questions 16 to 20 You will hear five short extracts in which teenagers are talking about the benefits of extracurricular activities. For questions 16 to 20, choose from the list (A to G) what each speaker says. Use the letters only once. There are two extra letters which you do not need to use. You will hear the recording twice. Answer all the questions. A My confidence has soared after joining the competitions organised by this society. Speaker 1 G 16 Speaker 2 F 17 Speaker 3 D 18 Speaker 4 B 19 Speaker 5 C 20 B Joining a sports club has taught me sportsmanship. C I learned to understand other people’s situation and put myself in their shoes. D I have learned ways to protect myself and those in danger. E It has helped me to improve my academic performance. F I learned to do many activities at the same time. G Participating in outdoor activities has developed my leadership skills. F5 Strategi A+ MT(147-156).indd 155 10/18/2023 10:00:17 AM MU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SLMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BA
156 Part 4: Note Completion [10 marks] Questions 21 to 30 You will hear a student, Rani, talking about a fun way to de-stress. For questions 21 to 30, fill in the missing information in each numbered space. Use NO MORE THAN ONE WORD for each space. You will hear each recording twice. Answer all the questions. Fun Way to De-stress Rani wants to (21) inform teenagers of a fun way to relieve stress. She stays in an apartment and the (22) residents there are not allowed to keep cats or dogs in their homes. When Rani was doing her school assignment, she came across a video of a (23) dog performing tricks. Since then, she started watching other videos of cute animals during her free time or when she was feeling (24) down . Rani believes students undergo a lot of stress with schoolwork, (25) tuition and co-curricular activities. In a British study, it was found that just by watching videos of cute animals, our level of (26) anxiety could be reduced hence helping to improve mental and physical health. In the study, 19 participants showed a significant (27) reduction in stress levels in just about 30 minutes of watching cute animal videos. The experiment lasted 90 minutes. One of the animals shown in the videos were quokkas, an animal that is claimed to be the (28) happiest animal in the world. During the experiment, participants noticed that there was a (29) decrease in their blood pressure and heart rate. People of all (30) ages including adults and the elderly can watch these videos as it is good for their health. F5 Strategi A+ MT(147-156).indd 156 10/18/2023 10:00:17 AM MU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTI SLMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTIT ILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BAKTILMU BAKTI SDN. BHD. PENERBIT ILMU BA