[PELAJAR] MODUL BAHASA INGGERIS

Task 5: Write numbers 1 – 5 in the boxes on the left based on the Tips for Writing an
Email.

To: [email protected]

Cc:

Subject: Sports in your school

Dear Brett,

Thanks for your email. You do lots of sports in Canada. I’d love to play ice hockey like you one day.

We do lots of sports at our school too. We’ve got a big football field, a volleyball court, a basketball
court, and a netball court in our school. We have our Physical Education (P.E) class every Monday and
Wednesday. During our P.E. class, we, boys play football and basketball. However, girls prefer to play
volleyball and netball.

There are a lot of sports clubs in my school. I join a football club. Every Tuesday after school, I go to
the football field and learn how to play football from a retired national football player. It’s one of the
club’s activities. It’s a great fun.

I hope you enjoy reading this email. Write soon.

Ahmadi

TIPS FOR WRITING AN EMAIL

1. Begin your name with ‘Dear’ + name.
2. Begin your email with thanks or the reason you are writing.
3. This paragraph has one idea.
4. This paragraph has another idea,
5. End you email with ‘Write soon’ + your name.

C. WRITING AN EMAIL There are.
Informal emails
In examination, you may be asked to: Formal emails

1. Make and respond to simple requests and suggestions.
2. Explain simple processes.
3. Narrate factual and imagined events and experiences.
4. Express and respond to opinions and common feelings.

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Preparation task

Task 6: Put the phrases in the correct group.

Regards, Osman Dear Kavitha, See you soon, Osman
Hi Kavitha! Lovely to hear from you. Thank you for your email
I look forward to meeting you. I hope we can meet up!

INFORMAL EMAIL FORMAL EMAIL

Task 7: Write the words to complete the email. Choose from
the given
Recommend See Should Can options.

How Nice P.S. Worth

Hi Sam,
(1)……………………………… are you?
Guess what, we’re coming to Alor Setar this coming school holiday! Will you be there then?
What’s your advice on what we (2)……………………………… see and do while we’re there?

See you soon,
Adil

Hi Adil!

(3)……………………………… to hear from you! Yes, I’ll be here in this coming school
holiday. So, let’s meet up  I’d (4 )……………………………… staying in the city centre
so you’re close to everything. I know you like football so you (5)………………………………
definitely go to a match, and the Hijau Kuning Football Stadium is another must-
(6)………………………………. The Rice Museum is (7)………………………………
seeing as well. It’s a really cool place.

Looking forward to it!

Sam

(8)……………………………… Let me know your flight details!

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Task 8: Look at the exam question below and write an email in about 80 words.

EXAM QUESTION
You received an email from your new penfriend in Melaka. This is the ending of Kim Chee’s email to
you.
Write back soon and tell me about yourself! I’d love to hear about your school and
your family too.
Best Wishes.
Kim Chee

To:
Cc:
Subject:
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PART 2 – GUIDED WRITING

You may be required to do one of the following tasks.
1) Explain advantages and disadvantages of
a. Ideas
b. Plans
c. Arrangements
2) Explain the main points for or against an idea or argument.
3) Express and respond to real or imagined opinions and feelings.

ORGANIZING YOUR ESSAY

When organising
your essay,
remember BME.

B – BEGINNING For your introduction, remember CAT.
M – MIDDLE
E - ENDING C – CATCH YOUR READER’S ATTENTION
A – WHAT THE QUESTION IS ASKING FROM YOU
T - TELL WHAT THE TOPIC IS ABOUT

At least, write three paragraphs of middle part. Each paragraph contains
PEEL.

P - WRITE THE CONTENT POINT
E- ELABORATION OF THE POINT
E – EXAMPLE
L – LINK IT TO THE QUESTION

When writing your conclusion, remember TRAP!
T – TRANSITION
R – RECAP WHAT THE QUESTION IS
A – ANTICIPATION OR HOPE
P – POWERFUL LINE/ QUOTE

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LINKING WORDS/ TRANSITION WORDS

SEQUENCE ADDITION CONTRAST CONSEQUENCE EXAMPLE
First Furthermore On the other hand, Eventually For example
Second Moreover So For instance
Third In addition Despite Then To illustrate
Next Then However Thus To demonstrate
After That Next Although In that case To clarify
Finally After that On the contrary Therefore As evidence
Lastly Besides Whereas As a result In detail
Nonetheless

NOW LET’S PRACTISE

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Task 9: Write the labels and match the labels to the right sentences. Highlight all the
linking words that you can find in the sample answer.

C ___________ SAMPLE ANSWER
A ___________
T ___________ Nowadays, most teenagers have electronic devices such as smartphones,
tablets and etcetera. Online shopping is a good way for teenagers to shop.
P ___________ Consequently, most teenagers have access to online shopping platforms.

E ___________ There are many advantages in doing online shopping and among them is
E ___________ efficiency. First, through online shopping products are delivered to our doorsteps.
It spares us the hassle of driving to a shopping mall, finding a car park and queueing
L ___________ up. Second, it is safer to shop online because we can avoid the spread of Covid-
19 virus. We can safely shop without any risk of getting infected. Therefore, online
P ___________ shopping is a good way to shop because it is efficient and safe.
E ___________
Unfortunately, this convenience makes us teenagers buy too many things
E ___________ which in turn causes us to spend lots of money. These businesspeople have many
marketing strategies. For instance, if you spend more than RM15 in the same
L ___________ shop, you could use a free shipping over RM15 voucher. In a way, online shopping
has its advantages on teenagers.
T ___________
R ___________ In conclusion, online shopping is a good way for teenagers to shop as it is
A ___________ more efficient and safer than going outside. However, if we have self-control, then
P ___________ online shopping is the best choice. As a quotation goes, ‘stay home and shop
online’.

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Task 10: Your class has been talking about teen health and your teacher has asked you to
write an essay about how teenagers should maintain good health. In your essay, you
should write about:

• ways teens can stay healthy.
• who can help teens with regards to their health?
• the effects of an unhealthy lifestyle on teens

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

(1) A linking A person’s overall health is about more than the absence of disease. There
are things any person can do to stay healthy in these areas. However, as a
word teenager, there are some things you should pay special attention to taking care of
(2) Give 3 examples your body.
(3) Give 3
examples (1) __________ you should exercise regularly. Teens should be physically
active at least 60 minutes of every day. For example, they can (2) _______,
(4) A linking _________ and ________. Second, eat a healthy diet. Healthy eating is an
word important part of your growth and development. You need to eat plenty (3)
(5) Give 3 _________, _________ and ____________. Thus, to maintain good help,
examples teenagers should make exercise as a daily routine and eat healthily.

(6) A linking (4) __________, there are people that teenagers should see with regards
word to their health. Find an adult you can trust. For instance, (5) __________ and
__________. Don’t be afraid to ask for help if you need it. If you can’t talk to your
parents, talk to a favorite teacher or counselor at school. Therefore, teenagers
should maintain good health by getting help from people around them.

(6) __________, an unhealthy lifestyle can lead to unhappiness. Research
have shown that poor health leads to poor academic performance. Thus, it is
important to show that teens learn to take care of their health early.

In conclusion, teenagers should maintain good health by exercising
regularly, eating healthily and getting helps from other people. It’s the key to living
a productive and satisfying life.

It’s okay if you don’t have
powerful quote. Just end your
essay with an aspiration / hope.

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Task 11: Your class has been discussing saving money for the future. Your picture has
asked you to write an essay on the benefits of saving money for the future.
In your essay, you should write about:

• the importance of saving money.
• what we could do to save money.
Write your essay in 125 - 150 words in an appropriate style using all the notes and giving reasons for
your point of view.

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PART 3 – EXTENDED WRITING

You are required to choose one of the three questions.
1. An article
2. A review
3. A story

A. HOW TO WRITE AN ARTICLE?

We usually write articles for a larger audience as it is meant to be published in a magazine, a
newspaper or a journal. We write articles on topics of interest to inform, to persuade, to give our
opinions all this type of place, an event or a person.

You need a You can apply
catchy title the CAT, PEEL
to attract
and TRAP
people’s formula.
attention.

NOW LET’S PRACTISE

Task 12: You see the notice outside of the school library.

A Person I Admire

Think of a person you admire and write about him/her.

 What is he/she like? Describe him/her.
 Why do you admire him/her?

 How has he/she influenced you?

Write an article answering all these questions.

The best article will be published in the library monthly bulletin.

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Highlight all the transition words. Identify and label the CAT, PEEL and TRAP.

A Person I Admire

When someone asks who I admire the most in the world, I don't have to look far. For me, the person
I admire the most is my dad. He is an electrical engineer and works very hard for the family. Jamaluddin
bin Jamil is a superhero disguised as a human being.
First, the main reason I really adore him is he is a responsible and respectful man. He puts his family
first. We can always count on him. He never lets us down. I really love how he treats his daughters
and his wife; he cannot see us sad. He will do anything to make us feel better. Next, I love the way he
respects others. He makes others feel good when they are with him. Consequently, his good and
positive attitudes inspire others around him.
Moreover, my dad motivates me to pursue my goals. With his inspiration and perseverance, I'm able
to have the strength to work hard and materialize my dreams. Besides, he always encourages me to
get up and try again no matter how bad the situation is. If I set my mind on something, he isn't going
to be the one to kill my dreams. He believes that if you have put your mind to something you can
always succeed. Thus, I really admire him because of his motivation and encouragement.
In a nutshell, my dad is an admirable person. I can only aspire to emulate his style, his work ethics,
and his refusal to be silenced by people's disapproval. I am who I’m today, because of him.

Task 13: You see the notice on a social media.

Handling cyberbullies

What is cyberbullying?
• How can students protect themselves from cyber bullies?
• What can parents do to support their children?

Write an article answering these questions. This article will win a mystery prize.

Now you try it! Don’t forget your CAT,
PEEL, TRAP and linking words.

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HOW TO WRITE A REVIEW?

A review is a short article that someone writes expressing their opinion about something such as a
new product or service. It is written informally and formally, depending on its readers.

B – BEGINNING For your introduction, remember WWW.

W– WHAT / WHO
W – WHERE
W - WHEN

M – MIDDLE AT LEAST, WRITE THREE PARAGRAPHS OF THE MIDDLE PART. EACH
PARAGRAPH CONTAINS PEEL.

P - WRITE THE CONTENT POINT
E- ELABORATION OF THE POINT
E – EXAMPLE
L – LINK IT TO THE QUESTION

E – ENDING WHEN WRITING YOUR CONCLUSION, REMEMBER TRAP!
W – WOULD YOU RECOMMEND IT
R – REASONS
A – ANTICIPATION OR HOPE
P – POWERFUL LINE/ QUOTE

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NOW LET’S PRACTISE

Task 14:

Write the labels and match the labels to the right sentences. Highlight all the linking words that
you can find in the sample answer.

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W – What SAMPLE ANSWER
W – Where
W - When Would you enjoy staying at a place that offers you a beautiful view, fresh air, lots of
fun and cultural activities that you could learn during your stay? If so, Teman-Teman
P – Point Resort in an indigenous people village in Sungai Ara, Pahang is a great place for you
E – Elaboration to visit and stay for a couple of days! It is the best to go in May – July because it’s a
E – Elaboration durian season.
L – Link to the
question First of all, the resort is located in a jungle, but it is not that far from the city. The
view there is literally breathtaking. Once you arrive there, the staff of the resort there
P – Point would greet you with a warm welcome. A majority of them are the indigenous people
E – Elaboration of the Teman ethnicity. During my stay, they treated my friends and I pleasantly, and
E – Example it was interesting to talk with them. They treated us like a family who came for a visit.
L – Link to the It was the best holiday that I had ever had.
question
Moreover, we booked the biggest chalet since there were seven of us. The chalet is
P – Point made of wood and thatch roof. Just like the description, the chalet is spacious and
E – Elaboration complete with modern facilities. There are LED TV, hot water, a minibar and a jacuzzi.
E – Elaboration Being there, we forgot that we were inside a jungle.
L – Link to the
question Furthermore, there are also a lot of activities that you can do such as learning some
Teman tricks to catch a deer, kayaking, jungle trekking and traditional Teman dance.
W – would The resort staff promote their cultures and at the same time show the visitors how
recommend? to do the activities. Not only that, but they also promote their traditional food such
R – Reasons as fermented tapioca pudding, called Mannan. I didn’t really like it because of its
A – Aspiration sour taste. Then, in the evening the Teman people invited us for a barbecue dinner.
/hope That was when we were introduced to jungle herbs and fruits. Their food was simply
P – Powerful delicious and mouthwatering.
quote
Finally, I would like to recommend everyone especially teenagers around my age to
come and visit Teman-Teman Resort. I’m sure all of you will be mesmerized by the
beauty of their village, enjoy their hospitality and experience eating their food. I
hope I can visit it again in the near future. From what I have learned on my holiday
is that we should protect our teacher just like how we protect it. You don’t need
magic to disappear; all you need is a destination.

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Task 15: You received a message from a friend asking about a game recommendation.
Hot Games for Cool Teenagers

We want reviews of computer and video games. Your review should include information about the
game: its graphics, sound and gameplay. Would you recommend it to people of your age?
The best review will be published in the Tech Stuff magazine.

Now you try it! Don’t forget your
WWW, PEEL, WRAP and linking

words.

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A. HOW TO WRITE A STORY?

A narrative, either true or fictitious, designed to interest, amuse or instruct its
reader; tale.

LABEL SOMEONE MEANING
S WANTED TO WHO WAS THE MAIN CHARACTER?
W BUT WHAT DID THE CHARACTER WANT?
B SO WHAT WAS THE PROBLEM?
S THEN HOW DID THE CHARACTER SOLVE THE PROBLEM?
T HOW DID THE STORY END?

CHECK THIS OUT!
SWBST

NOW LET’S PRACTISE

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Task 16: Write the labels and match the labels to the right sentences. Highlight all the
linking words that you can find in the sample answer.

S - SOMEONE On the 17th of June 2020, I sat for an English exam in my school. It was the final
W – WANTED TO exam and I had to do my best. As the eldest son, the head prefect of the school, I
B - BUT carried a heavy responsibility on my shoulder. I must score A in the English paper.

S - SO Just three days before the exam, I went to meet my English teacher, Mr. Adam. I
T - THEN asked him for some exam tips, but he said that he was not going to provide any
information about it. I was irritated because on every exam, Mr. Adam always gave
some helpful tips to us. I tried to persuade him, but he was too strong with his
decision.

At that particular time, I saw things a piece of paper with the school logo on it. I said
at the paper which was hidden under a large dictionary. Suddenly a teacher
collapsed in the teachers’ room, and everyone was surprised. Mr. Adam stood up
and quickly ran towards the teacher. While everyone was helping the lady, I quickly
moved the dictionary to see what paper that was. On the first page, it was written
‘English Final Exam Paper’.

At that moment, I was on cloud nine. It was like a gift from God because I did not
study much last night. I quickly flipped the paper and copied most of the questions
on my mini notebook. After that, I left the room quickly like a thief. I bring the oil
studying and writing the answers for the exam questions. Although I was weak in
English, I had a strong memory stop I memorized all the answers call grammar and
essay questions. All I had to do was ‘copy and paste’ it on the exam paper the day
after.

The exam day finally arrived. I felt confident while the rest of the students were
going through their books. When the exam paper was distributed, I calmly opened
it. I had the shock of my life. It was a totally different paper. Nothing that I saw and
memorized came out. I almost fainted. I could literally see my result flying out of
the window. I tried to answer the exam question, but it was seriously hard.

Everyone finish the exam on time, but I was still struggling sure do SC number one
as I had no idea. Before the exam everyone was nervous, And I was confident.
However, after the exam they were smiling, and I was crying. I was thinking how did
that paper get swapped? Did Mr. Adam know that I saw the paper? Whatever it was
call mom it was the worst attempt I can't even for an English exam in my life.

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Task 17: Write a story.
TOPIC: COURAGE TO DO WHAT IS RIGHT
Write a story about how someone who had the courage to do the right thing.
Your story should include:

• A description of the problem
• How the problem was resolved through the courage to do the right thing.

Now you try it! Don’t forget your
SWBST and linking words.

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MODULE 4

• SET A
• SET B

MODEL TEST - SET A

SPM ENGLISH - PAPER 1 – READING
1 hour 30 minutes

_____________________________________________________________
1. This paper has five parts which consist of 40 questions.
2. Read the instructions for every part carefully.
3. Answer all the questions in the Answer Sheet provided at the back.

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All the best dear students, read carefully & answer the
test well. Always check your timing and remember to
answer in the answer sheet at the back.

Part 1
Questions 1 – 8
Read the text carefully in each question. Choose the best answer A, B or C. For each
question, circle the correct answer and write it on your answer sheet.

PAPITO PEANUT BISCUITS

Promotional pack of 30 sachets
• RM12.90 for a limited period only
• Promotion ends on 31 January 2022
• Join the “Win a tour to Europe Competition” with a minimum purchase

RM50
• To join the competition, click the link: www.papitopeanut.com
• Closing date for competition: 31 January 2022

1. Which of the following is true?
A. The promotional pack offer is valid until 31 January.
B. The competition is for anyone who purchases more than 4 boxes.
C. A free pack of 30 sachets will be given during the promotion.

IPOH: Yesterday, firemen had to squeeze themselves into a narrow and deep drain hole
to rescue a trapped child. The child, about 6 years old, fell into the hole which was about
4 metres deep while cycling to a park nearby their residential area. The cover of the drain
hole was believed to have been stolen. The injured child was taken to the Ipoh Pantai
Hospital by ambulance for further treatment.

2. From the newspaper report, we know that
A. The child was playing in the park.
B. The cover of the drain hole was broken.
C. The firemen succeeded in rescuing the child.

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Flying Safe with Jusco Airlines
Follow the Safety Measures to minimise the risks of Covid-19 infection:

• Wear your face mask throughout the journey, including during check-in, boarding,
on board your flight, disembarkation and baggage collection.

• Hot meals are available only if you have pre-booked them. You can pre-book them
at least 24 hours before departure time, even after you have checked in.

3. Which of the following is true about the notice?
A. You do not need to wear your face mask once you are on board.
B. Hot meals are served to all passengers after checking in.
C. These safety measures are only applicable during the Covid-19 pandemic.

WARNING TO SHOPLIFTERS
Economy Mart will prosecute shoplifters. You cannot see us but we can see you. Our CCTV
Cameras and in-build detectives dressed in plain clothes are watching your every move.

Remember Shoplifting is a serious crime!

4. Which of the following statements is true?
A. Those who caught shoplifting will be charged in court.
B. CCTV cameras are installed in the mart to warn shoplifters.
C. The in-build detectives in plain clothes will be on guard outside the mart.

Environmental Awareness Day – Harem National Park
30 September 2021

9.00 am – 11.00 am Recycling project & Workshop
11.00 am – 12.30 pm Forces of Nature – What causes earthquakes?
12.30 pm – 2.00 pm Lunch Break

2.00 – 4.00 pm Video Show – Our Shrinking Forest
4.00 – 5.30 pm Talk – Earth-friendly Habits
5.30 – 6.00 pm Closing Ceremony

5. If you wish to know more about natural disasters, you should attend the ____ event.
A. Recycling Project & Workshop.
B. Our Shrinking Forest.
C. Forces of Nature.

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STORY TELLING WORKSHOP

Date: 28 August 2021
Time: 9.00 am – 4 00 pm
Venue: Seroja Room, Hotel SP Inn

This workshop will be conducted by very experienced trainer. Participants will be
exposed to techniques of expression, voice projection, facial expressions and body
gestures. Lunch and tea-breaks are included in the registration fee of RM88

6. From the notice that
A. all participants will be served 2 meals.
B. the storytelling workshop is free of charge.
C. participants should have a storytelling experience.

BALING: A total of 33 students from a boarding school were admitted
to the hospital after having a meal at the school cafeteria. The students
suffered dizziness, stomach ache, diarrhoea and vomiting after having the
friend noodles at the cafeteria.

7. Based on the newspaper report, we can conclude that
A. the students are unhygienic.
B. the students suffered from food poisoning.
C. the school was closed for inspection and cleaning.

How to Press Roses

Pick some roses from your garden. Dry them in the sun or microwave oven. Wrap
them in old newspapers. Stack heavy books on them and leave them for about a
week. You will then have beautifully pressed roses which can be used to make
lovely greeting cards. Let’s try this simple task.

8. Which of the following shows the correct sequence in preparing pressed roses?
A. Dry the roses  stack heavy books  wrap in newspapers  use them to
decorate cards.
B. Pick some roses  wrap in newspapers  stack heavy books  use them to
decorate cards.
C. Dry picked roses  wrap in newspapers  stack heavy books  use them to
decorate cards.

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Part 2
Questions 9 – 18

Read the text below and choose the best word for each space. For each question,
choose the correct answer A, B, C or D. For each question, circle the correct answer and
write it on your answer sheet.

It’s funny nowadays. Everybody buys their clothes. It’s not ‘cool’ to knit (0)_or_ sew your
own clothes anymore and crafts like this are seen as a very old skill. They are considered as
women’s hobby and it isn’t often that you find men doing crafts like this, which is (9)___
silly, as some of the world’s best designers are men!

Dad watched us knit and told us that he (10)___ it was magic. He made me think the
other day by wondering how many thousands of years ago someone just decided to pick
(11)___ a string and two sticks and start making knots and voilà! Knitting was born!

My mum is (12)___ at sewing and knitting and I’ve decided that I want to learn to
sew better. We’ll both sit there and watch television in the evening and knit jumpers. The
more you practise, the (13)___ you get, but I find sewing a bit more difficult as the pattern
contains (14)___ of specific language that I don’t quite understand. Besides, I’m scared of
doing it wrong. You also need a lot of surface space to cut the patterns out.

I walked (15)___ the fabric shop the other day to pick up some fabric and a pattern.
I was amazed that I could (16)___ the pattern online and watched a YouTube video to show
me how to make my dress! The best thing is that you can start (17)___ with really simple
designs and make small and easy items of clothing first, then work your way up. It’s not
difficult if you can follow a pattern and are careful with how you cut the fabric and sew it
together. Plus, you can make a dress exactly how you want it and make it fits (18)___!

0) A. or B. but C. and D. yet
9) A. complete B. completed C. completely D. completing
10) A. thinks B. was thinking C. thought D. has thought
11) A. at B. up C. in D. into
12) A. brilliant B. expert C. fond D. keen
13) A. good B. better C. best D. great
14) A. more B. little C. much D. lots
15) A. in B. into C. at D. out
16) A. find B. finds C. found D. have found
17) A. in B. out C. off D. up
18) A. quickly B. happily C. completely D. perfectly

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Part 3
Questions 19 – 26

You are going to read an extract of a story. For questions 19 – 26, choose the correct
answers (A, B, C or D) and write them in your answer sheet.

I was only six years old when it happened. I was sitting on the bean bag while my mom was
sitting on the couch behind me trying to style my hair into a bun. Suddenly, my dad walked into the
room staring at the window as if in a trance.

“I don’t think we will be going anywhere,” he declared calmly. “Why not?” my mom
countered. I realised from the look on her face that she was not amused by what my dad had said.
“Look out of the window,” my dad replied. He sounded calm, too calm; something was undoubtedly
wrong. We peeked through the window and saw murky brown water was quickly flooding into our
backyard. I pressed myself against the glass window in a daze and watched the water as it moved
by.

Meanwhile my parents were coming up with things to do and how we were going to get out
of this. I couldn’t seem to take my eyes off the water. I felt a wave of fear gush over me. “Grab all
the things on the floor around the house and move them up to the bed or the couch, anywhere that
is high off the ground,” someone shouted. I didn’t understand why my parents were yelling, but I
forced myself into action. We moved everything off the floor as quickly as possible.

As I was walking through the kitchen, water from outside had found its way into the house
through the vents on the floor. It slowly crept towards me, paralysing me with fear. I panicked and
all I could do was cry. Eventually my mom came and calmed me down. “Listen baby, we are going
to climb onto the roof. We will be safer up there, “she told me. Together we packed food to take
with us onto the roof. My dad had set up a ladder leading to the roof and we all grabbed bags
assorted with food and other necessities to hand to him. My grandma was so scared, she couldn’t
seem to get up the ladder by herself. My dad put her on his shoulders and climbed slowly but surely
onto the roof.

Then he did the same for me. My brother quickly followed, and then my mom. Dad went
inside again and came back with Peanut, my pet dog, and placed it on the roof too. After a few more
trips, my dad finally came onto the roof himself. We all felt a little better knowing that we were
safely away from the water. We had a sunroof in the house right over the living room and we could
see coffee coloured water sloshing against the sides of our couch. We also noticed our neighbours
across the street on their roof and waved at them playfully with smiles on our faces.

We didn’t have to stay on the roof though because soon a fishing boat floated down towards
us. We got off the roof and boarded the boat with the help of our neighbours. Getting my grandma
off the roof was a bit trickier, but with a little effort, we managed. We glided to the end of the
neighbourhood and got off the boat onto the ground near the main road. We took shelter at the
town hall until the water receded.

A few days later, my family and I went back home, sadly we looked at the muddy floor, walls
and furniture. We had no choice but to grab our belongings. When I looked back on this experience
that affected my life so drastically, I realised that it any incident, we must always stay calm so that
we can solve the problem well. It may be scary but if you step outside your comfort zone and take
action when necessary, you definitely won’t regret it.

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19. In paragraph 1, why did the writer use the phrase ‘in a trance’?
A. Her father was speechless and shocked by the situation.
B. Her father was trying to look at the situation outside the window.
C. Her father was daydreaming as he was standing in front of her.
D. Her father’s attention was caught by something outside the window.

20. In paragraph 2, what did the writer and her parents saw outside the window?
A. The backyard was getting flooded.
B. The backyard was ruined by the heavy rain.
C. There were pools of water in the backyard.
D. Water from the backyard was gushing into their house.

21. In paragraph 3, why couldn’t the writer take her eyes from the water?
A. She was scared of the floodwater.
B. She would like to go out and play in the water.
C. She was looking at her neighbours climbing up their rooftop.
D. She was waiting for her parents to call her.

22. In paragraph 4, what did the family decide to do?
A. They called their neighbours for help.
B. They climbed onto the rooftop.
C. They sat on the couch and waited.
D. They packed some food and ate.

23. In paragraph 5, why was the writer not very worried?
A. They are safe on the roof.
B. The floodwater had receded.
C. They saw a boat coming towards them.
D. They saw their neighbours on the rooftop.

24. In paragraph 6, how did the writer and her family reach safely?
A. By speedboat to the grass area near the main road.
B. By embarking on a yacht and getting down near dry land.
C. By paddling a small boat to the ground near the main road.
D. By boarding on a fishing boat and reaching the ground near the main road.

25. In paragraph 7, what did the writer appreciate about her parents?
A. They were excited and thrilled by the experience.
B. Her parents were agitated and annoyed by the crisis.
C. They were calm and proactive when facing the crisis.
D. Her parents were grumpy and angry with the crisis.

26. Why did the writer write the story?
A. To inform others about the dangers of a flood.
B. To share the difficulties she faced in the flood.
C. To share how calm her family was during the flood.
D. To share her experience during the flood crisis.

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Part 4
Questions 27 – 32
You are going to read an article about the importance of co-curricular activities. Six

sentences have been removed from the article. Choose from the sentences A to H the one
which fits each gap (27 to 32). There are two extra sentences that you do not need to use.
Write your answers in your answer sheet.

Co-curricular Activities

Every activity in school life plays a vital role in the development of students. Co-

curricular activities are an essential part of school life and help in enhancing the learning

process of students at school. 27 In this way, every student gets to learn beyond

subjects. It covers all aspects of a child’s development may it be mental, social or physical. It

is in this context that extra-curricular activities are becoming more and more important.

28 They fuel your learning by stimulating creative thoughts, improving your
social and organisational skills, developing your interests and talents, and offering you the
chance to switch off and do something you enjoy.

Firstly, they provide a safety valve for students to escape from the pressures of the

examination-orientated curriculum. Learning nowadays has become increasingly competitive

and everyone is afraid of being left out in the paper chase. Students are obsessed with

examinations that they become nervous wrecks. 29 As the saying goes, “All work

and no play makes Jack a dull boy.” Likewise, if a student is only interested in book learning,

he will become bored mentally. 30

Secondly, it revolves around the development of positive and desirable qualities in our

students. Education is not just a process of imparting knowledge or transmitting information,

but it is an all-around process aimed at developing law-abiding, responsible and wholesome

citizens for the future. 31 It is the activities the student participates in that helps him

in progressing mentally, socially, physically and emotionally. In a competitive game between

two teams, a student learns to play his part and to be cooperative with others to win the

game as a team. 32

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A. There are many reasons why extra-curricular activities are essential.
B. Never post pictures of yourself or your loved ones in public.
C. They are compulsory activities that are important for every student to participate in as
they are designed and balanced with the academic curriculum.
D. Learning in the classroom alone does not provide enough for the development of such
qualities in students.
E. Therefore, he would find difficulties in socialising as he gets emotionally disturbed as
well.
F. Hence, it is through this inter-mixing outside the classroom that such invaluable qualities
like friendship, cooperation and responsibility are inculcated.
G. Extra-curricular activities are thus a form of relaxation to reduce anxieties among
students.
H. Nowadays, everyone is becoming an online shopper as it’s convenient.

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Part 5
Questions 33 – 40

We interviewed six youngsters about their preferred types of books. Read the texts below
and answer the questions that follow. Write it in your answer sheet.

Types of Books

A. Sania, 22 years old

Jane Eyre, written by Charlotte Bronte, is my favourite book. The story revolves around

a girl named Jane Eyre. Orphaned as a child, Jane has felt an outcast her whole young

life. Her courage is tested once again when she arrives at Thornfield Hall, where she has

been hired by the brooding, proud Edward Rochester to care for his ward Adele.

B. Asyraf, 16 years old
I love reading books authored by Roald Dahl and my personal choice would be Boys:
Tales of Childhood. As a boy, all sorts of unusual things happened to Roald Dahl. There
was a time he and for school, friends got their revenge on beastly Mrs Prachett in her
sweet shop. There are stories on holidays in fishing boats, African adventures and the
days of tasting chocolate for Cadbury’s, Roald Dahl vividly shares his memories. Some
are funny. Some are painful. Some are unpleasant. All are true.

C. Rameeta, 19 years old
I love reading The Hunger Games, by Suzanne Collins. In the ruins of a future North
America, a young girl is picked to leave her impoverished district and travel to the
decadent Capitol for a battle to the death in the savage Hunger Games. But for Katniss
Everdeen, winning the Games only puts her deeper in danger as the strict social order
of Parem begins to unravel.

D. Saw Lee, 20 years old
My favourite book is Pride and Prejudice, written by Jane Auston, Anna Quindlen. Since
its immediate success in 1813, Pride and Prejudice has remained one of the most
popular novels in the English Language. The romantic clash between the opinionated
Elizabeth and her proud beau, Mr Darcy, is a splendid performance of civilised sparring.
Jane Austen’s radiant wit makes this book the best comedy of manners of Regency
England.

E. Danya, 18 years old
The book I love to read the most is The Mortal Instruments, written by Cassandra Clare.
Able to see demons and those who hunt them, Clary Fray is drawn into the world of
shadow hunters when her mother slips into a coma and travels to the City of Glass, the
capital of their secretive country. There, she uncovers important truths about her
family’s past.

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F. Hamdan, 25 years old
Hiroshima, written by Hersey John is my all-time favourite book. On August 6, 1945,
Hiroshima was destroyed by the first atom bomb ever dropped on a city. This book,
John Hersey’s journalistic masterpiece, tells what happened on that day. Told through
the memories of survivors, this timeless, powerful and compassionate document has
become a classic “that stirs the conscience of humanity”.

Which paragraph (A-F) describes the following overview of the books?

Statements Paragraph

33. I like to read books about demon and angels. _________

34. I love reading non-fiction literature books. _________

35. I enjoy reading classic fiction literature books that comprises of _________
fun, love, giggles and pain

36. I enjoy adventure and thrilling stories. _________

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 The Books.

• Roald Dahl has experienced all sorts of (37) ______________ things happened to
him.

• Clary Frays mother (38) ______________ into coma and travels to the City of Glass..
• Hiroshima is about what happened on the day where Hiroshima was

(39) ______________ by the first atom bomb.
• Katniss Everdeen is a young girl who is picked to leave her (40) ______________

district and travel to Capitol for a battle to the death.

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ANSWER SHEET (PAPER 1 - READING)

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33 A B C D E F

34 A B C D E F

35 A B C D E F

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No. Write your answer
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MODEL TEST - SET A

SPM ENGLISH - PAPER 2 – WRITING
1 hour 30 minutes

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1. This paper has three parts.
2. Read the instructions for every part carefully.
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Part 1
Question 1
You received an email from your friend, Noraini who is busy with her homework and
assignments.

Hi Malini,

How’s life? Lately, I’ve been feeling so lethargic due to stress and lack of sleep. Please share some
tips on how to stay fit and healthy. What’s the best daily routine to follow? What is the diet plan
to ensure I get enough energy and at the same time stay healthy?

I’m really looking forward to your response. Thanks!

Noraini

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Part 2
Question 2

You must answer this question. Write your answer in 125 – 150 words in appropriate style.

Your class has been discussing the importance of homework to students and your teacher
has asked you to write an essay on should students be given homework after school.
In your essay, you should write about:

• what you learn from doing homework
• reasons for your choice
• what benefits can students gain
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Part 3

Write an answer to one of the questions 3 – 5 in this part. Write your answer in 200- 250
words in an appropriate style on this question paper. Put the question number in the box at
the top of the answer space.

Question 3
You see this notice on the board outside the school hall.

Articles required!
Should Pocket Money be given regularly?
Some parents give their children weekly pocket money. Others give their
children money only when they need it. Write an article to:
• Discuss the pros and cons of giving children regular pocket money
• State whether you are for or against regular allowance
Submit your article before the end of August. The five best articles will be
displayed in the school magazine.

Write your article.

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Question 4
You recently saw this request on an entertainment magazine.

Reviews wanted!

Everyone loves a good film with a bucket of popcorn. Watched any
good movies lately? Send us a review of a movie that u love most. Tell

us what you enjoyed about the movie. Would you recommend it to
other moviegoers? Give us your reasons.

We will publish the top 5 reviews in our next month’s issue.

Write your review.

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Your teacher has asked you to write a story for homework. The story must begin with:

The nurses wheeled her away into the intensive care unit.

Your story should include:
• what happened
• how you felt

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MODEL TEST - SET B

SPM ENGLISH - PAPER 1 – READING
1 hour 30 minutes

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1. This paper has five parts which consist of 40 questions.
2. Read the instructions for every part carefully.
3. Answer all the questions in the Answer Sheet provided at the back.

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PART 1
Questions 1 – 8

Read the text carefully in each question. Choose the best answer A, B or C. For
each question, circle the correct answer and write it on your answer sheet.

MIRI : Police have identified the two snatch thefts who mugged a 30-year woman at an alley
near Jalan Bhutan today.
Miri Police Superintendent, Datuk James said that discovery was based on the physical
evidence taken at the crime scene, including fingerprints.
“Images of the two thefts were captured on the closed-circuit television (CCTV). They will
be detained very soon,” he added.

1. The following helped the police identify the thefts, except
A the fingerprints
B the 30-year-old woman
C the visuals from the CCTV

Book Review : The Unexpected Visitor
Author : Danny Risha
The novel is based on the unexpected tornado that left the whole city in ruins. Sherra was
left devastated when her husband became one of the victims. She had to rebuild her life
with her three children.

2. The story is about
A a survivor of a real tragedy
B a true story
C a woman who survived a tornado

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3. Roshan is asking Joshua
A to advice his parents
B about hiking tips
C to go hiking with him again

TAMAN INDAH PARK CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Do you to the Covid 19 pandemic, the park will be closed effective from 16 March. The
public is prohibited from jogging, walking all strolling in the park. We apologize for any
inconvenience caused.
Director of Taman Indah Park
4. Based on the notice, the director

A apologized to the public for not allowing them to use the park
B prohibited anyone from jogging, walking or strolling in the park
C issued a warning to anyone who wanted to use the park from 16 March

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Air speed regrets to announce that the flight AZ207 to Paris is going to be delayed by
two hours. Please monitor all airport screens for more updates and information.

Kind regards,
Airspeed

5. The announcement is
A informing the passengers to Paris that their flight will be delayed
B informing the passengers to board the flight to Paris
C reminding passengers to book the flight early

A holiday camp for children will be organized by the Explorer Club on 14th and 15th
November. It is held to inculcate the love of learning among pupils from rural areas.
Participants will spend an exciting and fun filled weekend in Comel Resort, Batu
Feringghi. Some of the activities include a batik painting workshop, a flying fox, kayaking
and innovation competition.
For further information, call Madam Su at 03-611 611 11

6. The notice says that
A the Children's camp will be held for two days
B this camp is specifically for pupils from the city
C the pupils need to call Madam Su to join the Explorer Club

Dear Aunt,

I saw an advertisement on a second-hand car for sale in the newspaper. It is a year old,
blue Honda City 1.5 (Automatic). The car is in good condition, price at RM65,000. If you
are interested, you can contact Mr Raj from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 012-6119641

Your nephew,
Zuhairi

7. Zuhairi wrote the message to his aunt to
A remind her to call Mr Raj for an appointment
B inform her that there is a second-hand car for sale
C buy the second-hand car which is in good condition

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8. The email was sent to Kamarul to
A inform him that his application was not successful
B advise him to apply for a suitable position
C offer him another position

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PART 2

Questions 9 – 18

Read the text below and choose the best word for each space. For each question, choose
the correct answer A, B, C or D. For each question, circle the correct answer and write it on
your answer sheet

There was once a king who offered a prize to any artist who could
paint the best picture of peace. Many artists accepted the challenge
___9___ there were only two paintings that the king really liked, and he had
to choose ___10___ them.

The first picture was of a calm lake. The lake was a perfect mirror of
peaceful towering mountains all around it. Overhead ___11___ a blue sky
with fluffy white clouds. All who saw this picture thought that it was a
___12___ picture of peace. While the other picture had mountains too, they
were rugged and bare. Above was an angry sky, from which rain fell and
lightning ___13___. Down the side of the mountain tumbled a foaming
waterfall. One would promptly say that the painting did not look peaceful
___14___ all. However, when the king looked closely, he ___15___ behind
the waterfall a tiny bush growing in a crack in the rock. In the bush, a mother
bird had ___16___ her nest. There, in the midst of the rush of angry water,
sat the mother bird on her nest – looking content and calm, undisturbed by
the bleak ambience of her surroundings.

In the end, the king chose the second picture. When asked why, the
king ___17___, “Peace does not mean to be in a place where there is no
noise, trouble, or hard work. The real meaning of it is to be in the midst of
all those things and still be calm in ___18___ heart.

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9) A. or B. and C. but D. since
10) A. of B. in C. among D. between
11) A. is B. are C. was D. were
12) A. calm B. perfect C. correct D. comfortable
13) A. strikes B. rumbles C. struck D. rumbled
14) A. at B. in C. of D. above
15) A. notice B. noticed C. is noticed D. was noticed
16) A. built B. build C. builds D. building
17) A. smiled B. retorted C. corrected D. explained
18) A. my B. his C. her D. perfectly

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PART 3
Questions 19 – 26
You are going to read an extract of a story. For questions 19 – 26, choose the correct
answers (A, B, C or D) and write them in your answer sheet

1 Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert are unmarried siblings who live on their
ancestral farm, Green Gables, in the quiet town of Avonlea in Prince Edward Island,
Canada. Matthew is sixty, and since he is getting too old to handle the farm work on
his own, the Cuthberts decide to adopt an orphan boy to help him. This decision
shocks the town gossip, Mrs Rachel Lynde, who does not think Matthew and Marilla
fit to raise a child.

2 Matthew, who is terrified of women, arrives at the train station and finds a
girl orphan instead of a boy; the orphanage sent the eleven-year-old Anne Shirley by
mistake. Anne’s talkativeness and spirit charm Matthew, who shyly tells Marilla that
he wants to keep her. Marilla hesitates at first, but after a trial period, she agrees to
let Anne stay on.

3 Anne is a talkative and happy girl despite living an impoverished life as an
orphan. Though she lacks social graces and education, she has a rich and
sophisticated fantasy life and an optimistic and generous spirit. Because Anne acts
according to her instincts and not according to a code of manners, she unintentionally
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wearing a wreath of wildflowers, for example, and screams at Mrs Rachel for making
fun of her red hair. Anne tries hard to oblige Marilla and follow her rules of social
conduct, but she makes many mistakes, using liniment instead of vanilla in a cake,
letting a mouse drowned in the plum pudding sauce, and delivering a heartfelt but
ridiculous prayer on her first attempt to pray before bed.
4 Anne never had real friends before living at Green Gables, so she was forced
to invent imaginary playmates. In Avonlea, she meets Diana Barry, a neighbour who
quickly becomes her bosom friend. One afternoon Anne invites Diana to tea and
accidentally gives her red currant wine instead of non-alcoholic raspberry cordial.
Diana returns home drunk, and Diana’s mother, thinking Anne has intoxicated Diana
on purpose, forbids the girls to speak. The agonizing period of estrangement lasts
until Anne saves Diana’s sister, who is sick with croup, which causes Mrs Barry to
forgive her.
5 At school, Anne feuds with a handsome, smart boy named Gilbert Blythe.
When they first meet, Gilbert taunts Anne by calling her Carrots and pulling her red
braid. Anne is extremely sensitive about her red hair, and Gilbert’s teasing infuriates
her. She screams at him and smashes a slate over his head. This incident marks the
beginning of a rivalry between Anne and Gilbert, the two smartest pupils, which lasts
until the end of the novel.
6 As Anne grows up, she loses some of her childish flares for the melodramatic
and romantic and turns her spirited attention to academics. A beloved teacher, Miss
Stacy, recognizes Anne’s intelligence and encourages her to join a special group of
students preparing for the entrance exam to Queen’s Academy. Her long-standing
competition with Gilbert Blythe changes to an affectionate and familiar rivalry when,
after four years of mutual silence, they both go to Queen’s Academy. Striving to make
Matthew and Marilla proud, Anne devotes herself to her studies wholeheartedly and
earns the prestigious Avery Scholarship, which grants her enough money to attend a
four-year college the following fall.
7 Thrilled by her prospects, Anne goes home to Green Gables. Matthew, who
has been having heart trouble, dies of a heart attack. When Anne learns that Marilla
is likely to go blind, she decides to stay at Green Gables and teach nearby so that she
can care for Marilla, giving up her aspirations for a four-year degree. Gilbert hears of

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her decision and gives up his post as the teacher at Avonlea School so that Anne can
teach there and be closer to Marilla. After five years of rivalry, Gilbert and Anne forge
a close friendship. Though her future path has narrowed considerably, Anne remains
eternally optimistic and thinks cheerfully about her future.

(Source: sparksnotes.com)
19. From paragraph 1, how do you think Matthew and Marilla acquired their farm based

on the phrase ancestral farm?
A They won it from a bet.
B They stole it from someone old.
C They inherited it from their parents.
D They worked hard to save enough money to buy it.

20. From paragraph 2, why do you think Marilla hesitates about keeping Anne?
A She does not trust Anne.
B She does not know how to take care of a girl.
C She does not want to feed another hungry mouth.
D She does not expect Anne to be able to help out around the farm.

21. From paragraph 3, what does impoverished mean?
A very sad
B very poor
C very improper
D very imperfect

22. From paragraph 3, what makes it so difficult for Anne to be ladylike?
A She follows her instincts and goes against a code of manners.
B She finds it more fun to annoy everyone around her.
C She does not understand simple instructions.
D She likes to go out and party.

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23. From paragraph 4, what compels Diana’s mother to finally forgive Anne?
A Anne apologises profusely until Diana’s mother forgives her.
B Anne buys her flowers and wine as a peace offering.
C Anne manages to cure Diana’s sister of the croup.
D Anne saves Mrs Barry from the croup.

24. From paragraph 5, what inspires Gilbert to call Anne ‘Carrots’?
A She has red hair.
B She looks like a carrot.
C Her favourite vegetable is carrot.
D Both Gilbert and Anne love to eat carrots.

25. From paragraph 6, why does Anne want to make Matthew and Marilla proud of her?
A To prove that she is smart.
B To have a chance to be boastful.
C To make them pay for her education.
D To show how much she appreciates them.

26. From paragraph 7, what does Anne’s action of giving up on her dream of attending
college show?
A She is scared.
B She is responsible.
C She is thoughtless.
D She is irresponsible.

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PART 4
Questions 27 - 32

You are going to read the text about happiness.

Six sentences have been removed from the article. Choose from the sentences (A-H) to fit each
gap (27-32). There are two extra sentences that you do not need to use. For each question,
mark the correct answer (A-H) on your answer sheet.

Create Your Own Happiness

Happiness is a state of mind that often comes with a good attitude and approach to

life. Each of us has 24 hours in a day to work with. 27. . We have the power to

change ourselves and improve our lives.

28. . Doing what you love to do is a simple way to increase your happiness.

Schedule your life around the small things that delight you.

Surround yourself with people who are going to lift you higher. It’s better to have

a few quality friends who inspire us than tons of friends who leave you in a negative

state of mind. 29. .

Make some time for yourself. 30. . There will always be something you

‘should’ be doing. Scheduling and keeping to that ‘me’ time is an important part of helping

you stay happy.

It’s easy to get stuck in routines. Move out of your comfort zone. 31. .

Eat new food. Explore new music. Discover a new author or movie. Consider a new sport,

a new fitness gadget or a type of exercise you never thought you’d try. This will bring

happiness into your life.
32. . Spending time in nature can reduce stress and increase feelings of

vitality, awe, gratitude, and compassion. Nature nurtures and restores. It is a wonderful

resource for happiness.

The secret to happiness lies in helping others too. There is a Chinese saying that

goes ‘If you want happiness for an hour, take a nap. If you want happiness for a day, go

fishing. If you want happiness for a year, inherit a fortune. If you want happiness for a

lifetime, help someone. When you help others, you feel a sense of accomplishment and

positivity that helps sustain happiness, too.

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A It’s up to us to decide how to use that time.
B You can renew your energy by trying something you’ve never tried before.
C Reconnect with what brings you joy.
D Immerse yourself in nature.
E Stick with those who make you happy.
F Engage your brain by thinking critically.
G It will give you a break from your daily routine while refreshing your mind.
H Take a weekend trip where you can disconnect from the noisy world you live in.

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PART 5
Questions 33 – 40

The people below all want to visit a city market. On the opposite page there are
descriptions of eight markets. Decide which market would be the most suitable for the
people below. Read the texts below and answer the questions that follow. Write it in your
answer sheet.

A PUNCAK ATAP MARKET
This market is world-famous for second-hand camera equipment and books on
photography. It has an amazing range of cameras. It has all pictures of local places
of interest for you to buy, and of course, the stall owners are happy to give you
advice for free! Don't miss its hot soup stall in cold weather.

B SUNGAI TENANG MARKET
There are lots to see in this interesting indoor market. Moreover, it's open from
morning until late evening, in a fantastic modern setting. Find everything from
rare gold and silver jewellery to designer clothes. Although the prices aren't
cheap, the quality is excellent.

C JALAN DAMAI MARKET
It is situated under historic city walls, In this busy market, you'll find a huge
selection of great-value new and secondhand clothes. There are also stalls
offering unusual albums by international singers, often hard to find in shops. Its
world-food area allows you to taste food from abroad, cooked in front of you by
international chefs.

D TAMAN MARINA MARKET
It is close to museums and art galleries. This is the place to buy something for
lunch, as well as fresh fruits and special loaves of bread. Try the local’s famous
‘kuih bingka’, ‘onde-onde’ and ‘apam balik’.

E BUKIT ROSEWELL MARKET
The market is an amazing building that that is 100 years old. Visitors find its late-
night opening hours convenient, and there are always performers entertaining
the crowds. The market has recently opened more stalls specializing in pictures
both from well-known artists and also those beginning their careers.

F CHENG PO MARKET
Its stalls are open during normal daytime shopping hours. However, it depends
on the weather to enjoy the entertainment the whole day. Try its sandwich bar if
you're hungry. You can look for an old copy of a book by a favourite author. It also
has gifts from all over the world.

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Which paragraph (A-F) describes the market the people want to go to?

STATEMENTS PARAGRAPH
33 Faizah wants to buy locally-produced traditional __________

food in the area. She needs somewhere convenient
to eat as she’s sightseeing in the city. The market
shouldn't be far from local attractions.

34 Jung Kok wants a market where he can get __________
something to wear at reasonable prices and
something hot to eat. He’s also keen on music and
likes finding rare recordings by different brands.

35 Pak Mat wants to visit a market after spending the ___________
day in the city. He would like to photograph a
historic place and buy a painting by someone
unknown.

36 Mei Mei Is looking for a really special necklace for __________
her grandmother's birthday. She’d like to spend the
whole day at the market and wants to avoid rain by
staying inside.

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 The Markets

• Cheng Po Market sells (37) __________ from all over the world.
• Bukit Rosewell Market was built (38) ______ years ago.
• Other than selling cameras, Puncak Atap Market also sells old (39) ________ .
• In Jalan Damai Market, we can watch international (40)___________ cooking food in

front of us.

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