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1 © Global Mediastreet Sdn. Bhd. (762284-U) Part A SHORT TEXTS Questions 1 – 15 Read the text carefully in each question. Choose the best answer A, B or C. 2 The text is mainly about A the causes of climate change. B the effects of rising sea levels. C the consequences of climate change. D what humans can do to prevent climate change. We need to prepare ourselves for the effects of climate change brought about by man’s irresponsible activities. The earth is getting hotter day by day and sea levels are rising all over the world. As a result, wildlife is suffering as more species are pushed to the brink of extinction. Climatic change will have dire consequences on all living things, humans included. 1 Which would be a suitable heading for the news report? A Flood water receding B Evacuees flooding relief centres C Situation normal in relief centres D Most evacuees return home as waters recede KUALA LUMPUR: The flood situation in most of the affected states in the peninsula is improving with fewer evacuees at relief centres this morning. The situation has returned to normal. Water level in the rivers has receded and is below the alert stage. Most of the relief centres in the affected states will be closed within the next two days as the flood waters recede. Though the fountain of youth may be a myth, research is revealing the link between what we consume and the quality and length of our lives. It’s pretty simple – a better diet means better health and a longer life, and recent research shows this might mean cutting meat out of your diet. A new study finds that vegetarian diets are associated with a lower risk of early death – about 12 percent lower – over a period of about six years of follow-up. 3 From the extract, we know that A the fountain of youth is attainable. B vegetarians are likely to live longer. C not eating meat will help us stay young. D a simple diet is the key to staying youthful.
4 © Global Mediastreet Sdn. Bhd. (762284-U) 10 Which of the following statements about intermittent fasting is true? A Advocates of intermittent fasting follow a very strict diet. B Some people who fast intermittently have been able to gain muscle mass. C Intermittent fasting is recommended for people who want to gain body fat. Intermittent fasting has been very popular in recent years. Advocates say it is a pattern of eating, not a diet. It doesn’t change what you eat, it changes the time you eat. Some people have one meal a day within a narrow timeframe. Others do it on alternate days. Those who swear by intermittent fasting say that it has helped them improve their insulin levels, lose body fat and gain muscle mass. Do you have the ability to weave stories that people love to read? Get writing, for we have the best planned for you! PenFare presents an international short story contest that you cannot resist. Theme: Freedom (Fiction) Entry fee: Free Maximum word count: 3,500 Submission Deadline: 22 August Who Should Enter This Contest? Young fiction writers who want to be recognised for their novel or collection of short stories. Results will be announced on February 28. 20 winning stories will be published in a book to be released thereafter. All 20 writers will win a special author feature in the book. 11 The following statements are true except A This is a state-level contest. B Aspiring authors will be interested in this contest. C Short stories must reach the organiser no later than 22 August.
5 © Global Mediastreet Sdn. Bhd. (762284-U) 12 Which of the following statements is true? A En Jou’s aunt has just given birth. B Emily has an extra concert ticket in hand. C Emily needs company to go to the concert. Hi Jing Xi, Li Ning can’t make it for the charity concert tonight. Her aunt just gave birth to a baby boy so she has to drive her mother to the hospital to visit her aunt. Her ticket is with me. Let me know as soon as possible if you would like to join me. If not, I will offer the ticket to En Jou. Emily 13 Which of the following statements is true? A Efforts to remove barriers to gender parity at senior levels in Malaysia is the least in the Asean region. B In Malaysia 60% of businesses have at least one woman holding a senior management position. C Only 33 women hold the position of a minister in Malaysia. Women Leaders Statistics Only 60% of Malaysian businesses are actively working to remove barriers to gender parity at senior levels, the lowest number in the Asean region. In Malaysia, 90% of businesses have at least one woman in senior management. Number of women in Dewan Rakyat: 33 out of 222 parliamentarians Number of women ministers: 5 women among 31 ministers Source: Grant Thornton International Business Repost (IBR) 2020: Women in Business & www.parlimen.gov.my/
6 © Global Mediastreet Sdn. Bhd. (762284-U) 14 Which of the following statements is true? A Applicants must be fl uent in English. B Successful applicants will be teaching pre-school level Mathematics and English. C Students who recently completed their PT3 examination are encouraged to apply. RichCool Education is looking for interested candidates to join the company as Part-time Teaching Assistants Main Job Responsibility: Provide guidance to students in Higher Level Mathematics and English language Other Job Responsibilities: Mark and record worksheets, update study plan & projection graph and any administrative tasks as assigned Job Requirements • Minimum qualifi cation SPM/STPM/IGCSE, with good grades in Additional/Further Mathematics • Good command of English • Students waiting for results, university/college students seeking part-time jobs are encouraged to apply. How to Avoid A Climate Disaster – Bill Gates Th e Microsoft co-founder has spent a decade researching climate change and seeking the help of experts in fi elds from physics to political science. In this non-fi ction book, he sets out what has been touted as a wide-ranging and practical plan for how the world can work towards net zero greenhouse gas emissions in time to avoid total environmental disaster. 15 Which of the following statements is true? A ‘How to Avoid A Climate Disaster’ is an autobiography B Bill Gates has spent 10 years researching climate change. C Bill Gates has spent a decade doing research about political science.
7 © Global Mediastreet Sdn. Bhd. (762284-U) PRACTICE 1 Read the text below and choose the best word for each space. For each question, mark the correct letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet. Organ Trafi cking Trafi cking human beings (0) the purpose of organ removal and human organ trade is universally condemned. However, (1) eff orts to curb the illegal nature of the practice, the buying and selling of organs continue, involving patients travelling to countries throughout the world. (2) organ trafi ckers orchestrate the recruitment of the donor, offl en from a place of vulnerability by exploiting their needs, wants and hardships. ffi e vulnerable poor communities are (3) and trapped by organ trafi cking syndicates who off er huge amounts of money. (4) , some from the poverty-ridden communities sell their organs in order to feed their children and cover their domestic costs. ffi e ‘middlemen’ then sell the organs (5) millions of dollars while off ering peanuts to the organ sellers. Once obtained, trafi cked organs can be transplanted to recipients in the most reputable of hospitals in major cities (6) the world, but makeshiffl operating rooms in houses have offl en been the locations for such transplants. Buyers are offl en (7) patients in need of an organ. ffi ey may fall (8) to a trafi cker who could be posing as a reputable representative of an altruistic organ-matching organisation. Organ trafi ckers profl t in the shadows, while their destructive medical footprint is the only thing that is felt. It leaves both the sellers and recipients open to severe exploitation and a lifetime of health (9) . (10) eff ectively combat organ trafi cking, it is vital to engage in eff ective public-private partnerships. Events should be held to inform people about the dangers of organ trafi cking. ffi e organisers of such events can highlight startling statistics, share stories from victims of the crime, and distribute reports and other materials that will help put the issue in the public eye. Part B RATIONAL CLOZE 0 A in B on C by D for 1 A if B since C despite D although 2 A Noble B Dignifl ed C Underrated D Unscrupulous 3 A lured B forced C dissuaded D enlightened 4 A Typically B Fortunately C Consequently D Consecutively 5 A as B for C affl er D among 6 A ahead B through C between D throughout 7 A haggard B desperate C composed D invigorated 8 A out B deaf C sick D prey 9 A gravity B signifl cance C termination D consequences 10 A However B ffi erefore C In order to D Seeing that
8 © Global Mediastreet Sdn. Bhd. (762284-U) PRACTICE 2 Read the text below and choose the best word for each space. For each question, mark the correct letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet. Inventions Past and Present Human beings (0) been blessed with such intelligence which has been used to make striking inventions. (1) countless inventions, from which all races of human beings are getting benefl ts and advantage, will continue as long as the world (2) . By virtue of these inventions of the past and present, man not only has overcome multiple difi culties but has also made his life simple, easy and comfortable, today. If we need a cold drink, there is cold water from the fridge and to relax, we (3) the radio, television, the internet, video games and numerous other modern gadgets. Very simple inventions like the soap, the electric bulb, air conditioners, batteries and microwaves, to name a few, have (4) our lives more comfortable. ffi e ancient Chinese (5) paper and print, coins and other simple equipment. Glue and gum were invented by the Egyptians while telephones and cars were invented by western inventors. Modern transportation has made travel easier and faster for all. Going out to space (6) also possible and not a dream anymore. Communication is another area that has and is experiencing changes at great speed. For example, if you want to (7) the latest breaking news, all you have to do is just go to web-based and mobile apps like Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. (8) , there are some inventions that have caused more pain and made life very (9) . ffi e atom bomb for one, caused so much misery and destruction. ffi e invention of explosives killed millions of people in the past. Wars started because people knew that they could use these explosives to kill. Whatever (10) invention, mankind should learn to use inventions wisely and for the good of all. 0 A has B are C have D were 1 A ffi is B ffi at C ffi ose D ffi ese 2 A exist B exists C existed D existing 3 A has B had C have D having 4 A made B make C makes D making 5 A found B discovered C created D invented 6 A is B are C was D were 7 A hear B hears C heard D hearing 8 A Besides B However C Moreover D In spite of 9 A simple B difi cult C worrying D comfortable 10 A a B an C the D those
14 © Global Mediastreet Sdn. Bhd. (762284-U) PRACTICE 3 You are going to read an article about Malaysian batik. For questions 19 to 26, choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D) and mark the correct letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet. Malaysian batik is a kind of textile art and is very popular. Th e origin of batik craft dates back to the 17th century and was greatly infl uenced by the Sumatran and Javanese batik. Th e method of Malaysian batik making is diff erent from those of Indonesian Javanese patterns. Th e patterns are larger and simpler and relies heavily on brush painting to apply colours to fabrics. Th e colours tend to be lighter and more vibrant and popular motifs are leaves and fl owers. Flowers and leaves are used instead of human and animal images. However, the butterfl y theme is a common exception. Geometrical designs are also used in batik designs. Malaysian batik can be found in the east coast states of Malaysia such as Kelantan, Terengganu and Pahang. Even Johor has its own batik, which depicts more of the Indonesian infl uences. Th e commercial production of batik started in the 1960s and is very diff erent from the Javanese tradition of hand-painted batiks. In line with the Malaysia concept, the government is endorsing Malaysian batik as a national dress to every level of the general population, by having local designers create new batik designs, which refl ect the Malaysian idea. Batik is considered a formal attire and can be worn by both men and women at formal functions. Th e Malaysian government encourages civil servants to wear batik on the 1st and 15th day of the month and on Th ursdays. Th ere are two main types of batik in Malaysia today – the hand-painted and block-printed – which diff er in production techniques and motifs, and are oft en classifi ed according to the tool that was used. Both hand-painting and block-painting are sometimes combined to give the textiles more colour and patterns. Th e range of colours vary and the fabrics used today are of diff erent quality and structures. Th ese can be cotton, viscose, rayon and silk. Silk is mostly used for hand-painting. Hand-painting of batik in Malaysia is based on the Javanese hand-painted batik tulis. Th e fi rst step in hand-painting is to stretch out the prepared and measured fabric over a metal or wooden frame and to trace the pattern onto it with a pencil. Th e canting is fi lled with 2/3 liquid wax and held at an angle against the cloth to get a smooth fl ow of the wax. Th e utensil is dipped frequently into the wax pot to maintain the perfect temperature of the wax. If the wax is too hot, it will soak into the fabric too deeply, and if it is too cold, it will not fasten properly. When waxing is completed on one side, it is left to dry. Th e artist then paints the parts that are not covered by wax using brushes of diff erent sizes. Th e parts that have been painted are left to dry before the wax is removed using hot water. Th e process continues until all the drawings are completed. Before block-printing is done, the fabric is placed on a padded table fi rst. Th e printer, using a block, dips it into a wax pot and presses it against the cloth. Th e process is repeated until the entire cloth has been fi lled with wax patterns. When waxing is completed, the cloth is soaked in dye. Th e colour sticks to the areas that have not been waxed. Th e process of waxing and soaking is continued until the required number of colours has been obtained. Malaysian batik has become a common feature of Malaysian culture. Th e Kuala Lumpur International Batik Convention and Exhibition is held every two years to showcase Malaysian batik. Th e popularity of Malaysian batik continues to grow and today, one can see people from other countries wearing Malaysian batik. Th e future of this industry is very bright indeed.
15 © Global Mediastreet Sdn. Bhd. (762284-U) 1 From paragraph 1, which of the following is not a feature of Malaysian batik? A The colours are light and vibrant. B Geometrical designs are popular. C Animal and human images are used. D Leaves and flowers are common motifs. 2 From paragraph 2, batik from which state has more Indonesia influences? A Johor B Pahang C Kelantan D Terengganu 3 From paragraph 2, the word depicts can best be replaced with A relates B details C portrays D describes 4 Which of the following statements is not true about Malaysian batik? A Malaysian batik is a kind of textile art. B Brush painting is used to apply colours to fabrics. C Commercial production of batik started in the sixties. D The method of batik printing is very similar to the Javanese methods. 5 From paragraph 4, the two types of batik are classified according to A tool used B textile used C motifs and colours of the prints D the Javanese or Sumatran influence 6 From paragraph 5, what is the purpose of using a canting? A To control the flow of wax on the cloth B To maintain the temperature of the wax C To ensure that the wax does not soak into the cloth D To ensure that the wax sticks to the cloth properly 7 In paragraph 6, the writer is A describing the stages involved when hand-printing batik B describing how block printing batik is done in this country C highlighting the differences between the two types of batik printing D explaining the purpose of using wax in both types of batik printing 8 How is the Malaysian government promoting Malaysian batik? A Encouraging people to use batik for home furnishings B Holding the International Batik Convention to showcase batik C Requesting Malaysians to wear batik for all formal and informal events D Having local designers to create batik designs for clothes worn by all races
18 © Global Mediastreet Sdn. Bhd. (762284-U) PRACTICE 2 You are going to read about Sam asking students to do voluntary work. Six sentences have been removed from the article. Choose from the sentences A to H the one which fi ts each gap (1 to 6). ff ere are two extra sentences which you do not need to use. Doing Voluntary Work Good morning, everyone. My name is Sam and I was a student of this school two years ago. 1 Well, I have just the place for you. Actually I am already working there and I think you will all love working there too. 2 It was established by Datuk Samuel John. He started this project with the hope of giving children from underprivileged homes a good start in life. When it was established there only 20 children but today there are more than 1,000 children, in all the 20 branches, all over Selangor. 3 You can either choose to work during the weekends or weekdays. Th e working hours for weekdays are from 9.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m. 4 Th ere are more than 50 volunteers now. You will not be paid but meals will be provided. Th ere will be a van coming round to pick you from your home and to send you back. Your work, if you decide to help and I hope you do, would involve teaching and helping the children with their studies and homework. You will also talk to teenagers who may be in need of some direction and advice. Since you are all teenagers too, you may be able to relate to some of them and help them. 5 I have been working here for about two years. I too started aft er my SPM examination. Personally, I fi nd this work very satisfying and enriching. 6 So, think about it and let me know soon. If any one of you decides to take up this off er you will have to meet the director and he will specify exactly what you have to do. Th ank you and remember it is great to lend a hand to the needy!
19 © Global Mediastreet Sdn. Bhd. (762284-U) A They may also find it easier to talk to you. B I understand that your SPM examination is over and you want to do some voluntary work during the coming holidays. C I am sure you will feel the same way as I know you are all very caring and loving. D The hours are flexible and you can work here when you want to. E You could choose a branch closest to your house. F It is difficult work but if you want to help this is the place. G The organisation is called Home of Love and has been around since 1973. H On weekends you have to work from 8.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m.
24 © Global Mediastreet Sdn. Bhd. (762284-U) PRACTICE 2 Read the descriptions of the diff erent festivals celebrated in Malaysia and answer the questions that follow. Festivals of Malaysia A – Deepavali Deepavali, or Diwali, is the festival of lights celebrated by Hindus. It is celebrated to signify the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil. Homes are cleaned and decorated with lamps and kolam, an intricate design made from coloured rice and coloured powder. On the dawn of Deepavali, Hindus perform a ritual oil bath which signifi es the cleansing of the body, before performing prayers at home and in temples. B – Hari Raya Aidilfi tri Hari Raya Aidilfi tri is celebrated by the Muslim community in Malaysia and all over the world to conclude the Ramadan holy month of fasting. Th is festival marks a person’s triumph and success on discipline and self-resistance which symbolises refi nement. When the new moon is seen on the evening of the last day of Ramadan, the fasting period comes to an end. On the morning of Hari Raya, the men perform prayers at the mosque. Th e fi rst three days of Hari Raya are usually reserved for family reunions. C – Chinese New Year Chinese New Year, also known as Spring Festival or Lunar New Year is celebrated on the fi rst day of the Chinese lunar calendar. Each year is named aft er one of the 12 animals according to the Chinese zodiac. Th e new year celebration lasts for fi ft een days and ends with Chap Goh Mei on the fi ft eenth day. A reunion dinner is held on the eve of Chinese New Year for all family members. Lion dance and lighting of fi recrackers to ward of ill fortune are common practices. D – Christmas A popular religious and cultural festival, Christmas is celebrated on December 25 every year. Homes are decorated and a Christmas tree is put up and gift s are placed under the tree only to be opened on Christmas Day. Traditionally Christmas is celebrated by a church mass in the morning and then by a family meal at lunch time Th e tradition of giving gift s is a popular practice attached to Christmas. E – Wesak Day Th is is the most important festival in the Buddhist calendar. Th e term Wesak or Vesak comes from the name of a month in the Indian calendar and is referred to as Buddha’s birthday, Buddha Day or Buddha Purnima. Wesak is celebrated on the Sunday that is closest to May’s full moon. Celebrations begin at dawn as Buddhists congregate at temples and off er prayers, chant and meditate on Buddha’s teachings. Devotees also do a lot of charitable work on this day. F – Kaamatan Harvest Festival Th is festival is celebrated in Sabah annually on 30th and 31st May. It is an ancient pagan celebration to honour a successful harvest. Th e Kadazan-Dusun group celebrate this festival. Local Sabahans invite friends and family to their houses and serve endless quantities of food and drinks. Th ere are parties in homes open houses and various public events. A lot of regional food and a type of rice wine will be served on this day.
25 © Global Mediastreet Sdn. Bhd. (762284-U) Questions 1 to 4 Which paragraph (A–F) is suitable for the following holiday makers? Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet. Statements Paragraph 1 My family celebrates this festival after a bountiful harvest. 2 We buy gifts for the whole family and place them under a tree. 3 I celebrate this festival which signifies that good always wins. 4 I celebrate this festival which is on the first day of the lunar calendar. Questions 5 to 8 Complete the notes below using the information from the text. Choose no more than one word from the passage for each answer. What We Know about Festivals in Malaysia • Muslims fast on the holy month of (5) before celebrating Hari Raya Aidilfitri. • Houses are decorated with (6) made from coloured rice and powder. • Worshippers spend Wesak day at temples and doing a lot of (7) work to honour Buddha’s birthday. • The Kaamatan Harvest Festival is celebrated in (8) by the Kadazan-Dusun group.
28 © Global Mediastreet Sdn. Bhd. (762284-U) Part F SHORT NOTES/EMAIL PRACTICE 1 You received an email from your friend, Farah who is feeling elated. Now write an email to your cousin in about 80 words. Write your answer below. Hi, Good news! I participated in an online essay competition recently and I just won a consolation prize of RM1,000. I’m over the moon! However, I’m not sure what I should do with the money. Do you have any suggestions? Let me know what you think. To Subject
32 © Global Mediastreet Sdn. Bhd. (762284-U) PRACTICE 2 You must answer the question. Write your answer in 125–150 words in an appropriate style. You have been talking about family members and your teacher has asked you to write an essay about a family member whom you think is great. In your essay, you should write about: • who that person is and how he/she is related to you • what has he/she done for you and your family • whether you would like to be like him/her Write your essay using all the notes and giving reasons for your point of view.
33 © Global Mediastreet Sdn. Bhd. (762284-U) PRACTICE 3 You must answer the question. Write your answer in 125–150 words in an appropriate style. Your class has been discussing historical places in Malaysia. Your teacher has asked you to choose and write an essay about one historical place that you fi nd interesting. In your essay, you should write about: • where the place is • what is interesting about the place • what activities can be carried out Write your essay using all the notes and giving reasons for your point of view.
41 © Global Mediastreet Sdn. Bhd. (762284-U) PRACTICE 5 Your teacher has asked you to write a story for a school magazine. fi e story must include the line: Story At that moment, I heaved a long sigh of relief. Your story should include: • a description of the incident • how you felt Write your story.
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