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Contents

Exploring Literature........................................... E1 – E16 UN UN Writing.................................................................................. 21
Homophones.......................................................E17 – E18 UN UN • Summary Writing
List of Uses of Preposition............................E19 – E21 • Directed Writing
Descriptive Words........................................................ E22 • Continuous Writing

IT Online Quick Quiz.... 22

1 You and Your Personality IT

Listening & Speaking........................................................1 3 All About Entertainment
• Speak Up – Consonant Clusters /spr/,
/spl/, /scr/ Listening & Speaking..................................................... 23
• Listen Up • Speak Up – Diphthongs / /, / :/, /  /
• Listen Up
Short Texts and Graphic Materials.............................2
• Excerpt / Headline / Dialogue / Short Texts and Graphic Materials.......................... 24
Advertisement • Dialogue / Graph / Movie /
News report / Advertisement
Grammar & Vocabulary...................................................3
• Practise Your Grammar Grammar & Vocabulary................................................ 26
• Rational Cloze • Practise Your Grammar
• Information Transfer • Rational Cloze
• Information Transfer
PAK-21....... 6
Reading Comprehension................................................9 Reading Comprehension............................................. 30
• Article on ‘Mukhsin’
• Article on ‘Norah and Her New Friend’
Writing.................................................................................. 10 Writing.................................................................................. 32
• Summary Writing
• Summary Writing • Directed Writing
• Directed Writing • Continuous Writing
• Continuous Writing
Online Quick Quiz.... 11 Online Quick Quiz.... 33

IT IT

2 Unsung Heroes 4 Youth Power

Listening & Speaking..................................................... 12 Listening & Speaking..................................................... 34
• Speak Up – Vowels /a/, / / • Speak Up – Consonants /bb/b/, /ff/f/, ll/l/
• Listen Up • Listen Up

Short Texts and Graphic Materials.......................... 13 Short Texts and Graphic Materials.......................... 35
• Advertisement / Chart / Excerpt / Notice • Sign / News report / Programme /
Advertisement / Notice
Grammar & Vocabulary................................................ 14
• Practise Your Grammar Grammar & Vocabulary................................................ 36
• Rational Cloze • Practise Your Grammar
• Information Transfer • Rational Cloze
• Information Transfer
Reading Comprehension............................................. 18
• Article on ‘The Band That Played On’ Reading Comprehension............................................. 40
• Article on ‘Malaysia’s Youth Ambassador’

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Writing.................................................................................. 42UN UN IT
• Summary Writing UN UN
• Directed Writing 7 Wired Youth
• Continuous Writing
Listening & Speaking..................................................... 64
Online Quick Quiz.... 43 • Speak Up – Words borrowed from other
languages
IT • Listen Up

5 Health is Wealth Short Texts and Graphic Materials.......................... 65
• News Report / Extract / Note /
Listening & Speaking..................................................... 44 Dialogue / Caption
• Speak Up – Consonants /tt/t/, /th/θ/, /…
tch/t∫/ Grammar & Vocabulary................................................ 67
• Listen Up • Practise Your Grammar
• Rational Cloze
Short Texts and Graphic Materials.......................... 45 • Information Transfer
• Notice / Advertisement / Letter / Extract /
Diagram Reading Comprehension............................................. 70
• Article on ‘Hello, eBook’
Grammar & Vocabulary................................................ 47
• Practise Your Grammar Writing.................................................................................. 72
• Rational Cloze • Summary Writing
• Information Transfer • Directed Writing
• Continuous Writing
Reading Comprehension............................................. 50
• Article on ‘Diabetes’ PAK-21.... 73
Online Quick Quiz.... 73
Writing.................................................................................. 52
• Summary Writing IT
• Directed Writing
• Continuous Writing 8 Going Green

Online Quick Quiz.... 53 Listening & Speaking..................................................... 74
• Speak Up – Homographs
IT • Listen Up

6 Love Your Nature Short Texts and Graphic Materials.......................... 75
• Slogan / Report / Description / Statement /
Listening & Speaking..................................................... 54 Sign
• Speak Up – Homophones
• Listen Up Grammar & Vocabulary................................................ 77
• Practise Your Grammar
Short Texts and Graphic Materials.......................... 55 • Rational Cloze
• Notice / Poster / Movie Review / Article / • Information Transfer
Description
PAK-21.... 79
Grammar & Vocabulary................................................ 57 Reading Comprehension............................................. 80
• Practise Your Grammar
• Rational Cloze • Article on ‘Biodiversity’
• Information Transfer Writing.................................................................................. 82

Reading Comprehension............................................. 60 • Summary Writing
• Story on ‘A Fight for Survival – the • Directed Writing
Leatherbacks’ • Continuous Writing
Online Quick Quiz.... 83
Writing.................................................................................. 62 Literature Practices......................................................... 84
• Summary Writing Grammar Checkpoint..................................................108
• Directed Writing Vocabulary Checkpoint..............................................113
• Continuous Writing SPM Model Test...............................................................117
Answers................................................................... A1 – A30
PAK-21.... 63
Online Quick Quiz.... 63

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2 Unsung Heroes

Speak Up   Vowels /a/, / / TRACK 4

Practice 1  

Listen and repeat the words with the following sounds.

/ a/ / /, / :/

torn tot brook youth
wok jot woods food
pot got mood nook
rot lot cooks books

Practice 2   TRACK 5

Listen to the sentences and fill in the blanks with the correct words. Then say the words aloud.

1. They    took    the    hook    to the cosy    nook   .

2. Have you    got    a    lot    of work to do?

3. Are you in the    mood    to go to the    woods   ?

4. They    fought    hard to get the    book    from the    rookie   .

Listen Up

Listen to the words carefully. Spell out the words below. 

TRACK 6

1.   hounds  4.   crooks  7.   goods 

2.   soldiers  5.   doorway  8.   decorate 

3.   clowns  6.   factory 

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Short Texts and Graphic Materials SPM PAPER 2 Section A : (Q1 – Q8)

The questions below are based on the given stimuli. Study the information carefully and choose the best answer.

GIVING THE GIFT OF TIME 3. When Yazid exclaimed ‘That’s a good
2S0P1M5 one!”, he was talking about .
There are many possibilities for you to give A his question
the gift of time here at NEW HOPE NEW LIFE B Christopher Reeve
C the quote
foundation from fundraising activities to D the movies
chaperoning kids to events.

1. The phrase Giving the Gift of Time refers to Patriotic Things Malaysians Do
2S0P1M2 acts of
A valour C heroism Patriotic Things Malaysians Do

B volunteering D adventuresome 40%

30%

Dear editor, 20%
I would like to highlight the problem
occurring in our area over the past few months. A 10%
new restaurant started its business in February.
The food is great and prices reasonable. Flying the Watching Putting a patriotic Wearing
However, there have been functions upon Malaysian patriotic bumper sticker patriotic
functions in the restaurant. This happens at flag during movies on the car themed
least four nights out of the week. Loud music Merdeka month apparels
and voices of intoxicated patrons drift into the
night until the early hours of the morning. As 4. What can you conclude from the above
a result, schoolgoing children, working people 2S0P1M7 statistics about Patriotic Things Malaysians
and even patients in a hospital (yes, there is Do?
one nearby) are disturbed by this. A Most Malaysians feel that flying the
Jalur Gemilang is a show of patriotism.
B The percentage of those who think
watching patriotic movies showcases
2. From the letter, we know that the writer is their patriotic spirit is more than half of
2S0P1M7 concerned about
A the variety of food available on the menu. those who fly the Malaysian flag.
C Putting patriotic bumper stickers on the
B the steep prices of the food on offer. car is a favoured show of patriotism.
C the state of noise created by the
restaurant and its patrons. D Patriotic apparels are favoured by all
Malaysians during Merdeka month.
D the kind of music the restaurant plays
on certain nights of the week.
CAN I COME HOME WITH YOU?
Joon Seng, how would you describe a hero?
Why buy when you can take us home?
Hmm, Yazid. That’s a good question. You know, • You are making a difference in their lives.
I think Christopher Reeve’s quote defines it very • You help to keep them out of the streets.
well. He said, “A hero is an ordinary individual • Each year over a million dogs and cats are
who finds the strength to persevere and endure
in spite of overwhelming obstacles.” euthanized.
• They will brighten up your day.
That’s a good one! Didn’t he play Superman
in the movies? VisionHomeForStrays

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5. What is the aim of the advertisement? B There were hundreds of people present
2S0P1M2 A To encourage people to volunteer at a on Merdeka Eve to listen to the Prime
pet shelter. Minister’s speech.
B To warn the public to avoid being too
friendly with animals in a pet shelter. C The given speech was pre-recorded
C To persuade people buy pets from pet before Merdeka Eve.
shops.
D To encourage the public to adopt D Over the previous years, Malaysians
animals from an animal shelter. were able to listen to the Prime
Minister’s speech over the television.

7. The phrase ‘transmitted at the time of
Questions 6 and 7 are based on the given excerpt 2S0P1M3 happening’ refers to the word
below. in the excerpt.
A continue C live
Beloved Malaysians, B independence D representing
Alhamdulillah, praise and thanks to Allah
(God), with His permission once again, wherever In 1925, a ravaging case of diphtheria
we may be in this country, we continue to be broke out in the isolated Alaskan village of
protected in peace, to celebrate the anniversary Nome. No plane or ship could get the serum
of our independence. Unlike in previous years, there, so the decision was made for multiple
when the message was recorded and broadcast sled dog teams to relay the medicine across
over the television, tonight I have chosen to the treacherous frozen land.
speak live to hundreds of people present on
the eve of independence, to express the spirit [Source: content.time.com]
of patriotism and the burning desire of the
nation’s struggle, from eye to eye, from heart “In 1925, a ravaging case of diphtheria broke out in
to heart, especially for all of you who are here the isolated Alaskan village of Nome. No plane or
representing the people of Malaysia. ship could get the serum there...”

[excerpt of Prime Minister’s 2014
National Day speech]

6. Which of the following statements is false 8. The writer uses this to highlight
2S0P1M6 A how remote and cut-off Nome was.
2S0P1M6 of the Prime Minister’s speech? B the serenity of the Alaskan village.
A The Prime Minister expresses gratitude
to God that Malaysians’ continue to C the freezing atmosphere of the land.
D the untouched Alaskan land.
live in a peaceful existence.

Practise Your Grammar

PREPOSITIONS OF PLACE
Grammar Tips

Definition:
Prepositions of place are used to show the position and location of something. It answers the question

“Where ...”.

Preposition Explanation Example
of place

between in the space separating two objects The English Channel flows between England and

or places France.

in front of a position at the front of someone The singer sang beautifully in front of a crowd.
or thing

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Preposition Explanation Example
of place

behind refers to the location at the back of There is a river behind the school.
something

opposite refers to something in front of The superheroes stood on opposite sides of the

something else but it is generally a stage during the ceremony.

wider divide between the space

beside / next to usually used to refer to a person or Stand next to Aiman right now!

thing at the side of them Rohan sits beside the window in class.

near / close to although similar to beside/next The police station is near my office.
to, the distance between the two Is the playground close to your house?
objects or people are greater

above / over a position higher than something Can you see the airplane high above the sky?
else The flock of birds flew over the mountain.

below / under at lower level Write your answer in the space below.
Is there a monster under my bed?

on touching or supported by a surface What is the shiny thing on the table?
Put some icing on the cake.

in an object or thing that is enclosed I put the flowers in the vase.

by something else A ferocious bear is said to be living in the cave.

at pointing to a specific location or The principal is at the canteen.

place We’ll have fun at the Easter parade.

Make sentences using the correct preposition. on me at the condo.
close to of the mirror and preened.
1. Farhan treated us to a very nice dinner above me as we strolled along the park.
2. The convict would spend the rest of his life behind your head.
3. Don’t put the food in front of your back?
4. You need to stand on the opposite the fancy restaurant yesterday.
5. My little sister walked the National Zoo.
6. What’s that you’re hiding at side of the court to play badminton.
7. Jacky lives two floors in prison for his crimes.
8. The vain queen stood beside the table. It’s dirty.
9. The MRT station is over
10. There is a fly hovering

1. Farhan treated us to a very nice dinner at the fancy restaurant yesterday.
2. The convict would spend the rest of his life in prison for his crimes.
3. Don’t put the food on the table. It’s dirty.
4. You need to stand on the opposite side of the court to play badminton.

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5. My little sister walked beside me as we strolled along the park.
6. What’s that you’re hiding behind your back?
7. Jacky lives two floors above me at the condo.
8. The vain queen stood in front of the mirror and preened.
9. The MRT station is close to the National Zoo.
10. There is a fly hovering over your head.

Do you know that Malaysia have a number of heroes Mistakes
that we did not know until now? Check out this link:
Ganesh arrived to my house just on time.  ✗
https://says.com/my/lifestyle/unsung-malaysian-heroes Ganesh arrived at my house just on time.  ✓

Rational Cloze SPM PAPER 2 Section A : (Q9 – Q15)

Questions 1 – 8 are based on the following passage.

Not only humans are hailed as heroes. In many (1) , animals also show courage and self-
sacrifice to protect those they love.

One example was Sgt. Bill who was hailed as the Canadian Hero of World War 1. (2) passing
through a small town in Saskatchewan, a train full of Canadian soldiers brought along a goat as a mascot.

(3) managed to sneak the goat on board the SS Lapland and straight on to England. Billy was then
smuggled (4) France. He suffered shrapnel wounds, gassing and even went missing. His heroic act
came when he head-butted men into a trench to avoid an exploding shell, thereby saving three lives.

Yet another famous incident whereby animals take centerstage as heroes was the Tom Endris
story. On 28 August 2007, Tom Endris was out at sea, (5) . Out of (6) , a great white shark
appeared and managed to give him two severe bites. Suddenly a (7) of bottlenose dolphins emerged
and formed a ring between him and the shark. This protective ring enabled Todd to get (8) to
shore.

1. A instances B samples C choices D illustrations
2. A By B For C While D Although
3. A Them B Their C They’re D They
4. A into B onto C over D through
5. A surf B surfs C surfed D surfing
6. A anywhere B nowhere C everywhere D somewhere
7. A gang B pack C school D pod
8. A anxiously B reluctantly C safely D cautiously

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Information Transfer English  Form 5 KBSM  Unit 2 Unsung Heroes 
SPM PAPER 2 Section B : (Q16 – Q25)

Read the following page from a blog about local heroes and answer the questions that follow.

HOME THE HEROES PROJECT LOCAL HEROES MYTHICAL HEROES Search

Malaysia’s only George Cross Medal Recipient:

This medal, which is the second highest award of the United
Kingdom honours system was awarded to Awang anak Raweng,
an Iban scout who hails from Sarawak. It is awarded for acts of
the greatest heroism in circumstances of extreme danger not in
the face of the enemy to British armed forces and civilians as well
as those who are under the Commonwealth countries.
Awang anak Raweng was part of the elite Iban trackers
during the 1948-1960 Malayan Emergency. He enlisted in
December 1950 and was then later attached to the 10th platoon,
D company of the 1st Battalion, Worcestershire and Sherwood Foresters Regiment.
At about 9 a.m. on 27 May 1951, his 20-odd man platoon were ambushed by 50 communist terrorists when
they were jungle patrolling. The ambushed caused the deaths of three British soldiers whilst two others were
wounded. Awang himself was shot in the thigh. Regardless of this, he dragged a Private Griff Hughes to cover
and held fort for almost six hours before reinforcements arrived.
He was awarded this medal of valor on 20 November 1951. After the formation of Malaysia in 1963, Awang
would attend the biennal Victoria Cross and George Cross Veterans Day. This gave him the chance to meet Queen
Elizabeth II, Prince Philip as well as Prince Charles.

The George Cross Medal

This medal is a plain silver cross with a circular medallion. In the center of the medallion engraved a carving
of St. George and the Dragon. The words ‘FOR GALLANTRY’ surrounds this effigy. On the four limbs of the
medallion, the Royal Cypher GVI is inscribed. The cross is attached to a ring bar decorated with laurel leaves.
The bar is attached to a ribbon. The name and date of the award bestowed can be found on the reverse side
of the medallion.

A Using words from the blog given, complete the summary below. Use only one word for each blank.

For my project, I’ve chosen Awang anak Raweng as my unsung hero. He was an elite

(1) Iban tracker during the Malayan Emergency. On 27 May 1951, during a

routine (2) jungle survellience, his platoon was attacked by communists terrorists.

In this surprise attack, Awang was shot in the thigh. However, he bravely pulled Private Griff
Hughes to safety and (3) held ground while waiting for help to arrive. It took

reinforcements almost six hours to get to them. For this courageous act, the George Cross medal

was (4) awarded to him. To date, he is the (5) only George Cross

medal recipient in our country.

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B Based from the blog, complete the graphic organiser about The George Cross Medal. Use no more than
two words for each blank.

1. ribbon

2. laurel leaves 5. Name of recipient
4. carving and date of award

3. silver cross

Royal Cypher

Reading Comprehension SPM PAPER 2 Section C : (Q26 – Q30)

Questions 1 – 5 are based on the following passage.

1 When Paddy Dillon, a 34-year-old coal trimmer, arrived back in England on 28 April 1912, after
having been rescued from the Titanic, he gave a vivid account of how he slid off into the Atlantic
along with most of the ship’s orchestra when the deck inclined to an angle of around 60 degrees.

2 I found his words in a contemporary provincial newspaper as I researched the lives of the
eight musicians who sailed on the Titanic for my book The Band That Played On, a story that has now 5
been retold for the Yesterday channel.

3 1(a) His description confirmed the oft-repeated account that the members of the orchestra

sacrificed their chances of escape by continuing to play as the lifeboats were lowered, but added

the information that even after the majority had been swept to their deaths, a lone player dutifully

clung on. 10
4 “There was only one musician left,” he said. “1H(b)e was the violinist and was playing the air of

the hymn Nearer, My God, to Thee. The notes of this music were the last thing I heard before I

went off the poop (deck) and felt myself going headlong into the icy water with the engines and

machinery buzzing in my ears.”

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5 By the time Dillon arrived home, the legend of the band’s heroism was well known. On 15
20 April, five days after the ship sank, the Daily Mirror had given over its front cover to the words
and music of the final hymn. “In the whole history of the sea, there is little to equal the wonderful
behaviour of these humble players,” it reported.

6 The violinist that Dillon remembered would almost certainly have been bandmaster Wallace
Hartley. The Lancashire-born musician had been selected by the Liverpool agency of CW and FN 20
Black to assemble a five-piece band to play in the main first-class areas and a trio for the nearby
Café Parisien2(.a)They needed to be experienced musicians capable of playing any of the 352 tunes in
the White Star Line music book. This was a prestigious appointment and the tips were expected to
be good.

7 Hartley had been the band leader on the Cunard liner Mauretania where two of the Titanic 25
musicians, French cellist Roger Bricoux and London-born pianist Theo Brailey, had played for him.
Cellist, John Wesley Woodward from Oxford and Scottish violinist, Jock Hume had both been in the
orchestra on Titanic’s sister ship, the Olympic. Belgian violinist, Georges Krins, pianist Percy Taylor
from London and Liverpudlian bass player John Clarke had never sailed before.

8 One of the clearest descriptions of them came from the author and interior designer, Helen 30
Churchill Candee who wrote,3 “Nothing on board was more popular than the orchestra. You could
see that by the way everyone refused to leave it. And everyone asked of it some favourite hit.”

9 Candee requested Puccini on the last night in the dining saloon, and her friend Hugh Woolner,
a British businessman, something by Dvorak. The music finished at 11. “Folk drifted off to their
big cabins, with happy ‘see-you-in-the-mornings’, until… the only sounds the musicians made were 35
those of instruments being shut in their velvet beds.”

10 The rest of the story has a nightmarish quality: the sound of scraping 45 minutes later; the
brief judder that few took notice of; the slow flooding in the corridors on the lower decks; the
assembling of passengers; the lowering of lifeboats. Some reported seeing the musicians hurrying
towards the upper decks with their instruments4.(a)At least one person said that they were jeered 40
because passengers thought they were trying to flee.

11 Were they ordered to play? No one can say for sure. They were not employees of the White

Star Line (they were paid by the booking agency) and so had as much right as any other passenger

to leave the ship. Instead they provided music in the hope of preventing panic: “lively airs” to begin 45

with, some ragtime and then, when death was inevitable, the tunes of sacred songs.

12 Initially they played in the entrance on the Promenade Deck, then at the top of the Grand
Staircase and finally on the Boat Deck itself. Th4e(by) were in action for over two hours during which
time none of them made any attempt to join a lifeboat. They all drowned and the remains of only
three of them were found.

13 Their action bears the imprint of Wallace Hartley, a devout Methodist and son of a choir 50
leader, who once told a fellow musician that music was a bigger weapon for stopping disorder than
anything else.

14 Hartley had already been asked what he would do if faced by death on a sinking ship. He

answered that he could think of nothing better than to play either Oh God Our Help in Ages Past or 55

Nearer, My God, to Thee.

15 “I shall never forget hearing the strains of that beautiful hymn as I was leaving the sinking
ship,” an anonymous rescued sailor told the Western Daily Mercury in 1912.5“It was always a favourite
hymn of mine, but at such a time and under such tragic circumstances it had for me a solemnity too
deep for words.”

(Adapted from http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture)

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Word Bank • jeered: to taunt or mock
• imprint: a lasting impression
• contemporary: belonging in the current time • strains: the sound of a music piece
• headlong: head first
• appointment: the act of assigning a job to someone

Answer the following questions based on the passage.

1. (a) From paragraph 3, state the two things Dillion described about the members of the orchestra.
(i) The members of the orchestra sacrificed their chances of escaping as they continued
playing as the lifeboats were lowered.
(ii) A lone player remained even after most were swept to their deaths.


(b) From paragraph 4, what was the last thing Dillion heard before taking the plunge into the icy

waters?
The last thing he heard were the strains of Nearer, My God, To Thee before taking the plunge
into the icy waters.

2. From paragraph 6,
(a) what requirement did a musician who wished to work on the Titanic need to have?

A musician who wished to work on the Titanic needed to be an experienced musician who
was capable of playing any of the 352 tunes in the White Star Line music book.

(b) which word means ‘highly regarded’?
Prestigious

3. “Nothing on board was more popular than the orchestra”. How was this true?
This was true as the passengers refused to leave the dining saloon because they wanted to watch
the band play. Many passengers also asked for their favourite hits.

4. (a) From paragraph 10, why were the musicians jeered at?
They were jeered at because the passengers thought that they were trying to flee.

(b) From paragraph 12, when did the musicians end their playing?
They did not end their playing; instead they heroically went down with the ship as they played.

5. Describe the feelings of the anonymous sailor as he was leaving the sinking ship. Give one
reason why he felt that way.

Sailor’s feelings: Overwhelmed

Reason: Because he felt that the music couldn’t be more apt especially when so many were facing

inevitable deaths during the tragic hours of the Titanic sinking.

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Summary Writing English  Form 5 KBSM  Unit 2 Unsung Heroes 
SPM PAPER 2 Section C : (Q31)

Hartley and his band never abandoned Titanic.

Based on the passage, write a summary tracing their steps from the moment they discovered the
ship sinking.

Credit will be given for use of own words but care must be taken not to change the original meaning.
Your summary must:
• be in continuous writing (not note form)
• use materials from line 35 to 49
• not be longer than 130 words, including the 10 words given below

Begin your summary as follows:
The musicians ended their run for the night. Forty-five minutes ...

Directed Writing SPM PAPER 1 Section A : (Q1)

The History Club of your school is planning to organize a trip in conjunction with Merdeka Month.
The committee members have been asked to carry out a survey to decide which destination is
preferred for this year’s trip.

As secretary of the club, write a report to your teacher advisor based on the findings of the survey and
state the most favoured destination.

In your report include:

Details of survey:
• objective of carrying out the survey (to determine destination based on highest percentage)
• the number of students involved in the survey
• two choices of destinations
– Kuala Lumpur: The National Monument and Merdeka Square
– Bujang Valley and Gua Tempurung
• Destination favoured: Bujang Valley and Gua Tempurung

Reasons destination was chosen:
• Historical and educational importance:
– Historical complex and richest archaelogical sites in Malaysia – remains of 50 Hindu temples
– One of the largest cave complex in Peninsular Malaysia – estimated 250 – 400 million years

old – refuge for locals during the Japanese occupation
– [add one more historical or educational importance]

Benefits of this learning trip:
• Reinforces classroom learning – makes history come alive
• Hands on and interactive learing [provide an explanation]

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When writing your report, you must:
• use the appropriate format
• develop all points given
• give your own ideas when prompted

Note:
For your report, you will receive up to 15 marks for the format and content points and up to 20 marks for the
quality of your writing.

Continuous Writing SPM PAPER 1 Section B : (Q2)

Write a composition of about 350 words on one of the following topics.
1. If you could call someone an unsung hero, who would it be? Explain your choice.
2. Write a story in which a friend’s pluckiness took centerstage. In your story, give details about the

event and describe how it happened.
3. National Service Training is important. Do you agree? Give reasons to support your view.
4. Write a story of a man who was saved by a good samaritan. Begin your story with:
“Although it’s been a decade since the incident happened, to Sanjeet...”
5. Describe the first time you volunteered at a soup kitchen. You should write about what you did

and explain how you felt about the experience.

Ever heard of the ‘Bangle of Independence’ heroine? She is
Datuk Siti Rahmah Kassim, one of the unsung heroes behind
the fight for our country’s independence. Her selfless act and
patriotism inspired others to do the same. Find out more on
the Internet on what she did that had deeply moved and af-
fected the others.

QUIZ 2

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Answers

U NIT 4. stamina
5. weapons
1 You and Your Personality
B 1. men
Speak Up 2. do
3. kote
1. scr 2. spl 3. spr 4. scr 5. scr 4. keikogi
6. spl 7. spr 8. spl 9. scr 10. spr 5. hakama

Listen Up Reading Comprehension

The promotion is for kitchen appliances only. The promotion 1. (a) Journey 1: Journey purely for pleasure
period is from 22nd May to 12th June only. To get the RM30 Journey 2: spiritual journey, educational journey (any
voucher one must purchase products worth more than RM500.
two)
Short Texts and Graphic Materials (b) He was on his walkabout.
2. (a) It is so because the word ‘walkabout’ is often used in
1. B 2. A 3. D 4. D 5. B
6. A 7. C 8. C derogatory terms in Australian society.
(b) Wilderness
Practise Your Grammar 3. Self-defense skills will be handy should the initiates come

The Simple Present Tense face-to-face with wild animals during their walkabout.
A 1. Directions 4. (a) It probably refers to plan or a map of sorts for them to

2. Fact follow.
3. State (b) This is because rivers and shelters such as caves can
4. Fixed schedule
5. Future plan be easily found in valleys.
6. General truth 5. They look for marks in the sky and on land.
Example: stars in the sky / river on land
B 1. lives, visits 2. eat
3. save 4. Keep / Stay Summary Writing
5. love / adore / hate 6. happen / occur
7. moves / glides 8. has (Suggested answer)
9. is, am 10. holds Survival skills and self-defense skills are learned. The initiates
then have their bodies decorated with body paint and ornaments
Questions in the Simple Present Tense before proceeding with the walkabout. They start their journey
with only a simple loin cloth on their body. The initiates have to
C 1. What do / I usually have a bowl of cereal for breakfast. survive walking the Australian outback, often over 1,000 miles
2. When does / It arrives at 8 p.m. without help and return to the clan after six months. In order to
3. Where does / He keeps his tools in the shed. survive, the initiates must know how to build shelters and to scour
4. How do / We can try to offer it some kibbles. for food and water. Expertise in hunting, fishing as well as utilizing
5. Why does / It reminds her of her great-grandmother. edible and healing plants is important to ensure survival. Ancestral
6. How does / He has super-sonic speed. songs are sung as they are believed to be ‘spoken maps’ that
7. How do / I like mine with some cream and a cube of aid them in finding their way. The initiates also rely on signs in
the sky and land to show them the way.
sugar.
(130 words)
8. What does / He goes rock-climbing for fun.
Directed Writing
Rational Cloze
(Suggested answer)
1. B 2. D 3. C 4. B 5. A
6. B 7. A 8. B Exam Stress: Causes and Ways to Overcome It
By Ching Mei Yen
Information Transfer
The exam season is one where many students dread. It is
A 1. Experts indeed a trying time and inevitably, stress comes along with it.
2. techniques The stress levels differ from one student to the next. While some
3. Kung Fu may feel a slight worry, others may feel that the weight of the
world is crashing down upon them. Let’s look at the causes of
exam stress and how we can work our way around them.
A month ago, a survey was carried out to find out the causes
of stress during exam season. Its aim is to identify common
causes of exam stress and to suggest strategies students may
use to cope with it.

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 English  Form 5 KBSM  Answers • one of the reasons – procrastinating – causes more
stress – completing a project – eleventh hour – stressful
For this survey, a self-administered questionnaire was used – should – accomplish tasks – earliest possible time –
for data collection and analysis was done using percentage. To minimizes – stress – tremendously
ensure anonymity, students were told not to write down their
names on the questionnaire. A total of 300 fifth form students • experts – procrastinators – bunch – unproductive people
were given the questionnaire on 15 June 2019. – agree – no plan or priorities – not doing the thing we
Out of the 300 respondents, more than 50% contributed are supposed to do – leaves us unfocussed – nagging
stress to inadequate exam preparation. Most students only start to feeling – of not completing something – creeps up
prepare for their exams when they receive their exam timetable. unconciously – causes productivity levels to drop
Hence, time for revision is limited and stress creeps in. Another
cause of stress is due to parental expectations. This pressure to • another result – tiresome behaviour – handing work
do well for the sake of others can heighten stress levels. Coming – sloppy – it’s naive to think – last minute work – be
out best in the exam is another cause of exam stress. Students stupendously impressive – impact grades – chances of
face competition from their peers and those who don’t do well doing well in school
feel rejected and embarrassed. The survey also revealed that
mental exhaustion is a source of exam stress as well. Students Conclusion
are mentally exhausted when they hit the books for prolonged • if need – change –one thing – stop procrastinating – in
hours. Some even burn the midnight oil up to the wee hours of
the morning. fact – start changing now – no excuse – words Benjamin
Many complain that during this time, they frequently feel Franklin – “Don’t put off until tomorrow what you can do
overwhelmed while others get butterflies in their stomach when today” – wise words indeed
they think of sitting for their papers. Research also show that
sleep deprivation and poor appetite as symptoms of exam stress. 2. Write a story about a funny incident that happened to you.
The constant worrying about whether they would be able to You should describe the incident and explain why it was
answer the questions or score leads to fatigue mentally, physically funny to you
and emotionally. Introduction
In the ‘Ways to Overcome Exam Stress’ section of the • I – late – rushed about – getting ready for tuition – Dad
questionnaire, results showed that many students believe having – in car – impatiently – honked – bounded down stairs
a timetable helps to reduce stress. Although it is a good idea, most – speeding bullet – into car – close door – realized –
students have a hard time sticking to it. The key to making it work forgotten – bag – earned a glare from Dad
is to make it realistic and then settle down to a comfortable routine. Body
Experts suggest that exercising and ensuring that you get a good • rushed in – grabbed – whizzed out – settled down –
night’s sleep helps to reduce stress greatly. Another way is to stop comfortably – drove by – digital boards – advertisement
comparing themselves with their peers. Students must realize that – puzzled – words seem blurred – dawned on me –
every student is different and hence, have different ways of revising. forgotten – glassed – without them – blind as a bat
A strategy that works for one may not work for the other. • hesitantly and cautiously – asked – Dad – turn back –
In a nutshell, although exams are part and parcel of a growled – reason – stammered – glasses – incredulous
student’s life, one should never let it weigh them down. After all, – looked at me and at the top of my head – think – joke
life goes on after the exams. Remember to always think positive – I pleaded – too late to turn back – got earful – playing
and give it the best you can. Don’t let stress rule your life. useless practical jokes – wondering what joke
• dropped off – tuition center – friend – asked – shuffling
Continuous Writing slowly – retorted – no glasses – explained situation
– upset – Dad refused to turn back – again like Dad –
(Suggested answers) friend – looked at the top of my head – started laughing
• hurt – demanded explanation – friend – sighed – guided
1. If you need to change one thing about yourself, what – washroom – positioned me – front of a mirror – told
would you change? Explain your choice. – look long and hard – peered and squinted – glasses
Introduction perched – head
• am a person – finds it hard – to start working on Conclusion
something – tendency – check social status etc. – when • laughed – embarrassed – glasses – with me – whole
should be doing something else time – know why Dad – thought pulling a prank
• always complain about how busy – word – defines me • still laugh about it today – though happened years ago
– procrastinator – describes me to a T
• hence – if – change one thing about myself – expel the 3. Negativity isn’t good for health. Do you agree? Give
procrastinator in me reasons to support your view.
Body Introduction
• no problem – putting something on hold – do it without • Negativity – defined – being critical – pessimistic about
batting an eyelash – reason – “I don’t feel like doing someone or something – certainly something – many
it right now” – pertains to “uncool” things like school of us – gone through – sometimes – strike when least
assignments – revisions expected – agree – especially when prolonged – bad
• reason – why do something that isn’t motivating at all implications – health
– spend time doing fun stuff – scrolling and checking Body
Facebook updates – uploading photos on Instagram • anger, hatred, jealousy – all aspects of negative emotions
• why – want to change – this aspect of me – begin – – easiest to define and ones most of us have felt
transition into adulthood – realize – have more and more • short term negativity – may ruin one’s day at most – does
responsibilities not really impact quality of life – different – long term
negativity – devastating effects on health, emotional
well-being of a person

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• is a stressor – cause hormones imbalance – chronic Introduction
stress – deplete lifespan – research – cause us to age • big fan of Coldplay – have their whole album collection
before our time – compared to those – lead virtually
stress free lives – was very excited – Singaporean cousin – invited me
to their concert
• repressed anger – hostility – not good for our health – • never to been to a live concert – this would be my first
may – make us vulnerable – victims – cardiovascular Body
disease, hypertension etc. • arrived early at the stadium – overwhelmed by the crowd
there – stalls selling Coldplay t-shirts, light batons, glow
• learn – overcome negativity – not spend too much time sticks
dwelling or fuming over minor annoyance – traffic jams, • headed to the entrance – tickets clipped – went into the
squabbles with neighbours stadium – looked for our seats – overjoyed – good view
of the stage – more and more people came in
• learn the art of forgiving – allows us be healthier – • the most exciting moment was when the lights dimmed
emotionally, mentally and even physically and a hush came over the stadium – when the band
members took center stage – the crowd roared – the
• take control of thoughts – we are in charge of our own band started playing their hits – A Sky Full of Stars –
emotions – we control it – think positive thoughts – avoid and the energy at the stadium was palpable – everyone
seeking revenge – surround self with positivity swayed to the beat and sang along – at the top of their
lungs
Conclusion • for that 2 hour performance – we were united in our love
• negativity – infectious – but – so is positivity – best way – for the band – despite coming from various cities, towns
and walks of life
wallow for a bit when it strikes – then shake it off – life’s • It was an amazing experience – finally to see my idols
too short for negativity live after listening to them on the radio or mp3 for a long
time.
4. Write a story about someone whose rudeness caused his • by the fifth song – sweating from all the jumping and
downfall. End your story with: “I hate to say it, but he got dancing
what he deserved.” Conclusion
Introduction • although since then – been to other live concerts – this
• life – filled with many different kinds of people – after first time – one I’ll never forget
all – takes all kinds to make the world – each have their • it was a marvelous and exhilarating experience – feel all
own abilities, qualities (good and bad), personalities and the worries of the world fade away – a kind of musical
opinions therapy – transported into a whole new world
Body
• this story is about a man whose rudeness caused his U NIT
downfall – this experience – valuable life lesson – it never
pays to be rude 2 Unsung Heroes
• it started – family went to a new restaurant – highly
praised by food bloggers – resulted in the places – Speak Up
perpetually packed to the brim – many – did not mind
waiting and standing Practice 2
• the day we went – luck was on our side – got a table
within minutes – read the menu and ordered – eagerly 1. took, hook, nook
waited – after half an hour – not a single plate – came 2. got, lot
to our table – by then – ravenous – stomach groaning – 3. mood, woods
salivating –look at the appetizing food on other tables 4. fought, book, rookie
• dad – hailed – waiter – gently reminded – our order –
went to check – the unexpected happened – the chef Listen Up
cum owner came to our table – told us off – should wait
to be served – if not – go elsewhere – shouted – didn’t 1. hounds
need our business – look at all the other people waiting 2. soldiers
• shocked – dad – calm – composed – beckoned us to 3. clowns
leave – said – no point – arguing people like that – chef/ 4. crooks
owner – tooting his own horn 5. doorway
• a few months later – passed by restaurant – surprised 6. factory
– closed down – heard chef/owner – rude one time 7. goods
too many – patrons – fed up – seek better food and 8. decorate
hospitality elsewhere – food blogs – filled with negative
reviews – no one came – no choice – shut down Short Texts and Graphic Materials
Conclusion
• although takes all kinds to make the world – should 1. B 2. C 3. C 4. A 5. D
always remember – be kind, good and pleasant as far 6. C 7. C 8. A
as possible
• I hate to say it but he got what he deserved.

5. Describe your first time at a live concert. You should write
about the atmosphere and explain how you felt about your
experience.

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Practise Your Grammar Reason: Because he felt that the music couldn’t be
more apt especially when so many were facing
Prepositions of Place inevitable deaths during the tragic hours of the
1. Farhan treated us to a very nice dinner at the fancy Titanic sinking.

restaurant yesterday. Summary Writing

2. The convict would spend the rest of his life in prison for his (Suggested answer)
crimes.
The musicians ended their run for the night. Forty-five
3. Don’t put the food on the table. It’s dirty. minutes later, as passengers assembled and lifeboats were
4. You need to stand on the opposite side of the court to play lowered, the musicians were spotted sprinting to the upper decks,
instruments in hand. Passengers scoffed thinking that they were
badminton. abandoning ship. Instead, they started to play music hoping to
provide calm in the midst of chaos. Lively tunes were heard in
5. My little sister walked beside me as we strolled along the the beginning, then ragtime music took over and when death
park. became more certain, tunes of sacred songs were played. The
band shifted from the entrance of the Promenade Deck to the
6. What’s that you’re hiding behind your back? Grand Staircase , finally settling on the Boat Deck. They played
7. Jacky lives two floors above me at the condo. over a period of two hours without any attempt to join a lifeboat.
8. The vain queen stood in front of the mirror and preened. In the end they went down with the Titanic. Only the remains of
9. The MRT station is close to the National Zoo. three were ever recovered.
10. There is a fly hovering over your head.
(130 words)
Rational Cloze
Directed Writing
1. A 2. C 3. D 4. A 5. D
6. B 7. D 8. C (Suggested answer)

Information Transfer To: Puan Jacintha (Teacher advisor of the History Club)

A 1. Iban Results of the History Club Trip Survey
2. jungle
3. held A survey was carried out by the History Club of SMK Batu
4. awarded Kapur on the 5th of July 2019. The objective of the survey was to
5. only find out the preferred destination for this year’s History Club trip.
The survey was conducted by means of a questionnaire. A
B 1. ribbon total of 40 students (all who are members of the History Club)
2. laurel leaves took part in the survey. The first part of the questionnaire required
3. silver cross the students to choose one out of the two destinations available.
4. carving These are:
5. Name, date
(a) Kuala Lumpur: The National Monument, Merdeka
Reading Comprehension Stadium & the National Museum

1. (a) (i) The members of the orchestra sacrificed their (b) Bujang Valley and Gua Tempurung
chances of escaping as they continued playing as
the lifeboats were lowered. The second part of the questionnaire required students to
give reasons for their choice. They were also required to write
(ii) A lone player remained even after most were the benefits that they would glean from the trip.
swept to their deaths. The results of the survey show that 80% of the students
leaned towards Bujang Valley and Gua Tempurung as their
(b) The last thing he heard were the strains of Nearer, preferred destinations. Students felt that Kuala Lumpur was a
My God, To Thee before taking the plunge into the icy poor choice as they lived in the area and hence, most of them
waters. have already visited both the National Monument and Merdeka
Square. They felt that Bujang Valley and Gua Tempurung are
2. (a) A musician who wished to work on the Titanic needed better choices for this year’s trip.
to be an experienced musician who was capable of The former is a historical complex and is known as one of
playing any of the 352 tunes in the White Star Line the richest archaelogical sites in Malaysia. The valley is home
music book. to more than 50 Hindu temple remains.The latter is one of the
largest cave complex in Peninsular Malaysia and is estimated
(b) Prestigious to be between 250 – 400 million years old. During World War
II, this cave complex provided refuge for the locals from the
3. This was true as the passengers refused to leave the Japanese. Students also felt that besides an exciting time of cave
dining saloon because they wanted to watch the band exploration, Gua Tempurung would be an ideal place to further
play. Many passengers also asked for their favourite hits. enhance their geographical knowledge of stalactites, stalagmites
and cave formation.
4. (a) They were jeered at because the passengers thought One of the benefits students feel that they would obtain
that they (the musicians) were trying to flee. from the Bujang Valley and Gua Tempurung visit is that it would

(b) They did not end their playing; instead they heroically
went down with the ship as they played.

5. Sailor’s feelings: Overwhelmed

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reinforce their classroom learning. Much of history is taught in English  Form 5 KBSM  Answers 
written books by experts, therefore, an educational trip to the
places learnt allows history to come alive. This enables students Body
to see the places first hand instead of only looking at photos or • a few months back – neighbourhood – plauged with
reading facts. Another benefit is that school trips allows for hands-
on and interactive learning. Students wrote in the survey that cave- snatch theft incidents – targeting unsuspecting women
exploration allows them to try something new and challenging. It – police patrol – no avail – elusive
also strengthens their understanding of STEM learning as they • story goes – Jessica – late evening – back from tuition
explore various life forms and rock formations in caves. class – eerily dark – walked quickly – clutching her
Therefore, it can be concluded from the findings of the backpack – light drizzle – forced her – take shelter bus
survey that the majority of students favour Bujang Valley and Gua stand
Tempurung as the preferred destination. With this in mind, the • noticed – another woman – thick shiny gold necklace –
committee can proceed to hold a meeting to take into consideration wondered – if she was new in town – oblivious to the
aspects such as cost, transport, tour guides and accommodation snatch theft incidents
before writing the final draft of the plan for the trip. • light rain – heavier downpour – Jessica sighed – wait it
out – tired – wanted to get home
Reported by: • out of the blue – sound of motorcyle engine revving
Manjeet Singh – what happened next – blur – according to Jessica –
Secretary of the History Club pillion rider leaned over – snatched woman’s necklace
SMK Batu Kapur – screamed – scratched – dots of blood to appear
• Jessica – did not stop to think – reflex – rammed the
Continuous Writing backpack – into the riders – both fell down – surprised
- Jesicca – stepped on – fingers – pain – some passers-
(Suggested answers) by – held both men – police came
Conclusion
1. If you could call someone an unsung hero, who would it • praised for her quick action – admits – surprised –
be? Explain your choice. pluckiness – felt good – incident –
Introduction • changed her for the better – less timid, a little braver
• If I could call someone an unsung hero – it is my mother
– she is the very definition of an unsung hero 3. National Service Training is important. Do you agree? Give
• why – in twenty-four hours – she takes on so many reasons to support your view.
roles – puts on a different hat every so often – giver, Introduction
comforter, potty trainer – suffice to say – CEO of the • Malaysian youths – aged 18 – selectively drafted/
household – the glue to binds the family together voluntary – undergo a three month program
Body • consist of two phases – first is a mandatory phase –
• mom – many sacrifices – a high achiever – successful second phase is optional – focusing on technical skills
career woman – gave it all up – when she had kids – • implemented to address – concerns of different races and
ever since the birth of my elder brother – been looking ethnic groups – becoming increasingly isolated from one
after us tirelessly another
• strong woman – her family’s needs come first – even • agree – National Service Training is important
when she is ill – tends to us first – instills good attributes Body
in us – thinks positively – never blame someone else – • first – instils the spirit of cooperation – by way of activities
try to overcome problems ourselves – doing community projects, carrying out challengings
• selfless – full time wife, mother – hardly thinks about her and campaigns – completing a task successfully – result
own comfort – volunteers in her free time – counsels of cooperation – same time – bridges the gap between
troubled teens – weekends – see her – soup kitchen – participations – which the initial aim of the programme
cook – distributes food to the poor • team work – helps develop motivation, respect, discipline
• only time – she gives in to her own pleasures – before as well as enhances communication skills – encourages
bedtime – watches her favourite programme on her youths to be future leaders – acquire problem solving
tablet – reads a book skills – beneficial – in real world.
Conclusion • inculcates a sense of patriotism – learning about history,
• her efforts goes unnoticed – kids – takes her for granted strengthening national identity and sense of one’s
– sit down and think – yes – my mom is someone whom belonging to Malaysia – same time building a society
I would call an unsung hero – thus – truly learn – honour which is caring
– appreciate – unsung hero – my life • mould today’s youths – of whom many are self-centered
and spoiled – the training – builds toughness and
2. Write a story in which a friend’s pluckiness took resiliency – producing – strong and capable adults –
centerstage. In your story, give details about the event ready to face the world
and describe how it happened. • working in close quarters – no choice – depend on one
Introduction another – regardless of race or religion – build a united
• friend – Jessica – tiny frame – timid as a mouse – never society
hear a peep from her in class Conclusion
• little did I know – how plucky she could be – when the • National Service Training – important – youths –
need for it arises undergo – if have the chance – programme should be
implemented effectively – for it to work and bring about
success – if done right – youths will be scrambling to be
part of the programme

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4. Write a story of a man who was saved by a good samaritan. 3 All About Entertainment
Begin your story with: “Although it’s been a decade since
the incident happened, to Sanjeet...” Speak Up
Introduction
• Although it’s been a decade since the incident happened, Practice 2
to Sanjeet it still played vividly in his mind
• was out fishing – even though – weather downcast – 1. year, near 2. glare, stare, more, bear
mishap happened 3. air, dear, care 4. hear, roar
Body
• gloomy day – no rain – heavy clouds – out to the lake Listen Up
– fish
• rowed – middle – set his fishing rod – settled down – 1. ✓ 2. ✗ 3. ✓ 4. ✓ 5. ✓
relax – when – thunder clapped – repeatedly – lightning
streaked across the sky – rain – poured – torrents Short Texts and Graphic Materials
• Sanjeet – panicked – frantically – row to the shore – rain
too heavy – could not see direction – boat rammed – 1. C 2. B 3. A 4. C 5. B
piece of rock – jutting out – leaving – gaping hole 6. C 7. B 8. C
• began to sink – could not swim – struggled – try – keep
afloat – no avail – horrified – sank down – murky depths Practise Your Grammar
• began to give up hope – a pair of hands – pulled him
– surface – drifted – in and out – conciousness – felt A 2. has left 3. has bought
someone carrying him – faded out 4. have dropped 5. has lost
• woke – hospital – unconscious – two days – doctor – 6. have painted 7. has read
lucky – alive
Conclusion B 2. It has stopped raining.
• not a day goes by – Sanjeet – thinks about – good 3. They have finished playing.
samaritan – saved his life – tried looking – luck not on 4. The groom has arrived.
his side 5. I have watered the plants.
• truly wished – chance to thank – whoever it was – without 6. He has gone to bed.
his help – would not be alive today
Rational Cloze
5. Describe the first time you volunteered at a soup kitchen.
You should write about what you did and explain how you 1. B 2. A 3. C 4. D 5. A
felt about the experience. 6. A 7. B 8. D
Introduction
• last holidays – decided to – give my time – to help a Information Transfer
cause
• volunteer – local soup kitchen – Ariana’s Kitchen – it was 1. Cromwell Training Centre
to be my first ever time – volunteering 2. May
Body 3. Ecowave Campsite
• did some research online – called up – volunteer – lady 4. Chola Chola Camp
on the line – very helpful – decide on days 5. Mayfair Campsite
• on the day – showed up half an hour early – eager – 6. Communication Skills
excited – amazed at huge kitchen – Cassandra – guide 7. Intensive Swimming Camp
– showed me the ropes 8. It is more demanding / It demands more physical strength /
• first duty – help pack foods – recyclable containers – met
lots of peers – arranged the packed food in piles It requires more skill
• kitchen open – homeless – transcients – surprised to see 9. Improve the skill of effective communication
many children – duty to pass out trays and put a packed 10. Able to speak in front of public
meal on it
• went around – pass packet of drinks – chatting with those Reading Comprehension
who came – listen to their stories – heart wrenching – sad
• at 10 p.m. – helped clear the cafeteria – kitchen – given 1. (a) It is about a loving and forward thinking family (from
our dinner/supper her previous movie).
Conclusion
• volunteering – best experience – my life – helping those (b) A portrait of one woman’s journey from childhood
in need – doing something positive – felt amazing – same through adolescence and marriage.
time – meet new people
• since then – regular help – Ariana’s Kitchen – managed 2. (a) She is a 10 year old multilingual tomboy who is more
to rope in – friends – to help interested in playing football than brides-and-grooms.
• volunteering – makes better people – helps leave a
positive impact – my life – lives of others (b) It is because Orked has a free spirited English-speaking
mother and a father who helps with the housework.

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3. (a) displeasure English  Form 5 KBSM  Answers 
(b) (i) the Grand Prix by the Kinderfilmfest International
Jury to control and direct traffic. Medical teams were on standby at
(ii) Generation K-Plus Crystal Bear Special Mention every check point. A thought for improvement should there be
other events like the walkathon in future, is that perhaps the
4. Yasmin received two certificates and a prize money organising committee could put clear signs indicating the route
amounting to 7,500 Euro (RM 34,000). to be taken so that cases of students losing their way would not
happen.
5. In my opinion a good movie has to be action-packed with a
strong story line. The characters too have to be believable. Reported by;
(accept any logical answer)
Muthu Ganesan
Summary Writing Secretary of the Sport Committe,
Walkathon 2019,
Mukhsin is a movie by Yasmin Ahmad that demonstrates the SMK Tun Ismail.
turmoil of puppy love and family relationships which is both
delightful and believable. It portrays the unconventional Malaysian Continuous Writing
family with a free spirited English speaking mother and a father
who helps with the housework also described as Malays who 1. Describe an occasion where you were surprised and how
have forgotten their roots. Orked’s family could arouse both envy you felt about it.
and displeasure that perfectly captures the film’s acuity and its Introduction
maker’s empathy whose dreams may never come true. At the • 16th birthday was approaching – very certain parents
festival Mukhsin received two awards. It has been described would plan a big birthday bash for me
as having a wonderful and magical atmosphere, possessing a • Day approach but no mention of birthday celebration –
witty script wit well rounded and humorous characters. It is also was crestfallen – maybe forgotten
refreshing as everyday subject is dealt in such a realistic way. Body
Yasmin also received prize money worth 7,500 euro. • Birthday arrived on a school day – typical day in school
– slightly happy friends remembered – had a small cake
(130 words) in class
• Had tuition in the afternoon – sad family did not remember
Directed Writing – brother came to pick me up – looked serious – needed
to go home immediately
Title: SMK Tun Ismail Walkathon 2019 • Reached home – house was quiet – felt edgy – feeling
dread – pushed open the front door
SMK Tun Ismail organised a walkathon on 7 April 2019 • Shocked – family and friends jumped up – shouted
which was a Saturday. The event started off smoothly at the ‘Happy Sweet Sixteen!’ – stood staring then laughed
school field at 8 a.m. sharp. Participants took the walkathon route hysterically – everyone hugged – huge birthday cake –
to the nearby Lake Gardens and ended the event back at the lots of food – presents – overjoyed
school field. Conclusion
• Day I never forgot – happy surprise – over the moon –
This walkathon was organized to raise funds to build a that parents and siblings planned the party – gave them
language lab for the school. Registration fees cost RM 20 which earful – making me believe – they forgotten
included an event t-shirt and keychain. The length of the route
was roughly 10 km. About 400 students took part in the event. 2. Advertisements do more harm than good. How far do you
Water was available at intervals to the all the participants. agree?
Introduction
For the boys’ category the winners were Thong Teck Chun • advertisements – everywhere – cannot help seeing them
from 5 Carnation who took the gold medal, followed by Esmail – especially television – other places – billboards, online,
Gawan from 4 Tulip with silver and Badol Lukman from 5 Orchid pop ups, posters etc.
with the bronze medal. Lalitha Murugan from 5 Orchid won first • companies advertise – spread the word about their
place for the girls’ category followed by Lily Ling from 5 Petunia product or service
and Kamsiah Abdullah from 3 Dahlia. The medals and hampers Body
were presented by the principal of the school Dato’ Muhammad • Good advertisements – gets information out there –
Salleh. Photographs of the event can be viewed on the school consumers come to know – products/services in the
blog. At the end of the event, the school was pleasantly surprised market
by a generous donation of RM 1000 by Encik Hamid Wahid father • Educates consumers – provides information about the
of the head prefect of our school. product/ services – consumers – compare prices – places
to shop – get best deals
While overall the event went smoothly, there were two minor • Provides employment – creates jobs for people – field
episodes which happened. One of the students from Form 3 of advertising – graphic designers, artists, singers,
Hibiscus lost his way at the junction leading to the Lake Gardens. photographers etc.
It was fortunate that the Scouts on patrol managed to guide him • Reduces cost in prices – newspapers/magazines –
back to the designated route. The second episode was that lower prices – because of the advertisements in papers/
two girls almost fainted halfway through the event. The medical magazine
team on standby attended to them immediately. Both girls have Conclusion
recovered since then. • The question whether advertisements do more harm than
good – depends on the consumer – be a smart consumer
With the exception of the two unfortunate episodes, the
event was otherwise flawlessly executed with sufficient volunteers

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 English  Form 5 KBSM  Answers Body
• What a person wears determines how and what people
3. Why is unemployment increasing in Malaysia?
Introduction think of them – example – society brands those who wear
• Unemployment – occurs when someone actively seeking all black – Goths; spiky hair, nose rings, earrings – punks
for employment but is unable to find work – especially • Should not stereotype people based on clothing – a
among fresh graduates person has many styles of dressing – depends on place
Body and occassion – e.g. work – formal outfits versus leisure/
• Many factors contributing to the state of being down time – sweat pants/ shorts/t-shirts
unemployed – age factor, illness/ physical disabilities, • Nevertheless when/if a person dresses in torn ill-fitted
slow economic growth – the media has reported other clothes – assume he is poor and vice-versa for person
unflattering reasons in branded clothes – people are treated differently based
• Fresh graduates – have mindset of a certain salary on their clothes
they expect to get – lack of experience – do not think of • Some would say that dressing well and looking your best
working their way up – face culture shock – fall victims – gives confidence – changes the way you carry yourself
to ‘false prestige’– rather be unemployed than take jobs in a situation – stand straighter – walk more confidently
which deemed beneath them Conclusion
• Poor command of the English language – graduates • Nobody can dictate how one dresses and no one should
may have impressive CV’s – fail job interviews – many be judged because of it – clothes do not necessarily
professions require them to communicate with people maketh the man
from all walks of life
• Attitude and personality – job seekers – have holier than U NIT
thou attitude – demanding – unwilling to compromise –
turns prospective employers off 4 Youth Power
Conclusion
• Young graduates – sit up and zoom in to the key Speak Up
elements that affect their getting a job – should be more
humble – willing to listen to employers who have years Practice 2
of experience
1. rubble
4. Write about a teacher that made a difference in your life. 2. sniffed, stuff
End your story with: “I was sad to see her go.” 3. bell, well, mall
Introduction
• From Primary 1 till Form 5 – had a lot of teachers – one Listen Up
teacher stood out – she helped me through a dark time
– treated me like her child 1. bill 2. ball
Body 3. snuff 4. gobble
• In Form 3 – parents in the midst of divorce my brother 5. puff 6. loll
and I were shuffled back and forth between parents – felt
lost – no one to turn to Short Texts and Graphic Materials
• The English language teacher – noticed the drop in my
studies – used to be active – always questioning in class 1. B 2. D 3. D 4. B 5. D
– since divorce – subdued and depressed – charismatic 6. B 7. A 8. C
caring teacher
• Took me under her wing – stayed back to coach me on Practise Your Grammar
certain subjects – listened to my troubles – made sure
– ready to face PT3 exams 1. is he 2. aren’t they
• Passed with flying colours – first person I told results was 3. shan’t we 4. didn’t it
my teacher – happy for me – told me I needed to grow 5. wasn’t he 6. didn’t they
up fast – no choice 7. do they 8. will it
• Towards the end of Form 4 – devasted to learn she was 9. isn’t it 10. doesn’t he
transferring to another school – felt depressed again –
gave me a good talking to – keep in touch – email Rational Cloze
Conclusion
• Cried – last day – vowed to do well in Form 5 – took 1. D 2. D 3. C 4. C
pictures – thankful – “I was sad to see her go” 8. A
5. A 6. D 7. D
5. ‘Clothes maketh the man.’ Describe what this means to you.
Introduction Information Transfer
• Famous quote – if you are an avid fan of classic literature
– you will know where it came from Shakespeare’s 1. US$213 (RM674)
Hamlet – meaning – people will judge a person by the 2. Singaporeans
way he or she dresses 3. RM126

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4. food courts and hawker centres English  Form 5 KBSM  Answers 
5. 82%
6. seven times are not stuck and that the water is always flowing freely.
7. fine-dining restaurants The second ‘S’ is to self-protect. These days there are
8. cook at home many kinds of bugs and mosquito repellent sprays available
9. Dual-income families in pharmacies. They are not harmful to your skin. Use them
10. dining out to fend of mosquitoes or alternatively you can wear mosquito
repellent patches on your skin or clothes. Make sure your
Reading Comprehension house is protected as well. Use screens on your windows and
doors to prevent mosquitoes from entering. Another way is to
1. This is because the experiences he went through are so wear long sleeved t-shirts and pants as well as socks to prevent
bites especially during dawn and at dusk. Outdoor activities
many and varied. should also be kept to a minimum at dusk as mosquitoes are
active then.
2. (a) It has changed his perception of his homeland Malaysia. The third ‘S’ is to seek consultation. If you or a family
member have a fever that have persisted for more than two
(b) He saw the poverty and the hardships of children in days, consult your local physician immediately. Other possible
symptoms of dengue to look out for are headaches, nausea or
other parts of the developing world as compared to vomitting, swollen glands and rashes.
The fourth ‘S’ is to say yes to fogging during dengue
the children in Malaysia. outbreaks. Fogging at other times does not really help. You should
know that fogging only kills adult mosquitoes. It does not kill the
3. While passing through one city, he had to hire a bodyguard larvae. Hence, fogging is only effective during an outbreak.
Remember, that there is no known vaccine against dengue
as it was unsafe to do so alone. at the moment. The best way is to prevent the disease from
happening at all. All you need to do is be vigilant – all it takes is
4. The competition is Your Big Year and is organised by a few steps to keep you and your loved ones safe. Prevention
is always better than cure.
Smaller Earth UK. Michael was one of the two winners
Continuous Writing
selected out of 45,000 applicants.
1. Describe what frustrates you and explain why.
5. Characteristics: positive/pragmatic/inspirational/hopeful/ Introduction
• being a student – essay writing – is part and parcel –
wise daily life – I see why it is important – test familiarity with
a subject area – checks our vocabulary, grammar and
Reason: It is because he has high hopes that sentence skills – making word become a readable piece
• realise – something that cannot be avoided – still –
youngsters of today can make the world a frustrates me to no end – especially during examination
time
better place to live in (accept any suitable Body
• reason it’s frustrating – choosing a topic – exasperating
answer) task – although have some choices – do I know which
is best to pick out – sometimes – topics are unfamilliar
Summary Writing – makes writing a passable piece difficult – there is the
fear of going blank – handing up an empty paper
As Malaysian global youth ambassador, Michael Teoh went • essay writing – unlike writing for pleasure – which has
through many experiences. His year-long trip across 22 countries no time limitations or boundaries – pleasure writing
has changed his perception of his homeland. He realises what – permits to write whatever, whenever and however
a peaceful and safe country Malaysia is after experiencing the you want – essay writing in schools – abide by set of
extreme hardships of the people of the developing countries. techniques and conventions – a letter is different from a
His journey began when he won a competition organised by report, etc – hence essay writing during exams especially
Smaller Earth UK to promote volunteerism through humanitarian, – demanding and taxing
environmental and conservation activities. He is now going round • students are bogged down by restrictions – write about
schools, spreading the idea of volunteerism before returning a certain title or subject – write within a word limit – it
to London next year to be a judge for the next Your Big Year is a challenging task – find myself – striving to cover
competition. He indicated that he is happy to know that more everything and anything to do with the topic – at the
Malaysians are following in his footsteps. In fact, six Malaysians same time ensuring the essay is brief, concise – staying
have been shortlisted to inspire more volunteers to change the true to the word limit given.
world for the better. • time limit is a factor – how do I write a perfectly good
piece – getting impressive marks – while being aware
(130 words) of the irritating tick-tocking of time – doesn’t help when
the invigilator – announces that you have only half and
Directed Writing hour to go

Fighting Dengue
by Pauline Netto

Over two thousand dengue cases have been recorded
nationwide since early this year inciting fear among the people
in Malaysia. Dengue is a disease caused by the Aedes mosquito
and can be life-threatening. However, if precautionary measures
are observed, this disease is preventable.
In fighting dengue, the 4 S model should be adopted by all
Malaysians. The first is to seek and destroy. You can do your
part at home by turning over empty pails and pots so that no
stagnant water may remain in them. Stagnant water is an ideal
place for the Aedes mosquitoes to breed. Close water storage
containers with a tight lid. If any containers are used, wash them
on alternate days. Also make sure that the drains in your area

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 English  Form 5 KBSM  Answers Body
• Told my mother – swollen gums – wanted to take me to
Conclusion
• generally love writing – however – essay writing – just the dentist – horrified –lied and said there was no pain
anymore – mother did not believe – said dentist at 9 a.m.
plain frustrating – nevertheless – it is something that we • Reason I lied – brother told me horror stories – drilling –
have to undertake – in the course of our lives as students painful – blood splattering everywhere – brother showed
me – horror movie “The Dentist” – terrifying
2. Anger is your worst enemy. Do you agree? • Fear gripped me – sat and waited at the dentist – tooth
Introduction still hurt – cheek swollen now – turn came – sat on the
• Anger – stem out of our reaction to something – special chair – almost fainted – doctor put the chair lying
annoyance, fear, grief, criticism etc. down – asked to open mouth – tooth decay – caused
swelling – also recommend – do teeth cleaning
Body • Heard the drill – closed my eyes tightly – drill entered
• Affects a person emotionally – makes people blind – my mouth – braced for immense pain – suprisingly
painless – felt the occassional prodding here and there
feelings of hatred and bitterness emerge – ability to think - a bit uncomfortable – but nothing hurt – in 20 minutes
and be logical flies out the window – lash out at family, done
friends and co-workers – disrupting relationships both • Doctor gave medication – instructed – brush teeth after
personal and professional every meal – prevent infection and decay
• Physical implications – anger cause a person to be Conclusion
literally ill – in state of anger – body releases certain • Going to get my brother for frightening me – was glad –
hormones – increasing blood pressure – heart rate teeth checked – less pain now – most of all – thankful – it
– leading to dangerous levels – causing heart attack – wasn’t as scary as my brother made it out to be
stroke – shorten quality of life
• Psychological complications – people do not handle 5. ‘The best things in life are free’. Describe some of the
anger in right manner – leads to anxiety – difficult to things that reflect this saying.
perform routine tasks – long term – depression – worse Introduction
case – self harm • Definition – relates to things which cannot be bought
with money – these things do not need money in order
Conclusion to gain them
• Important to manage anger in the best way possible – try Body
• Family– parental love – freely showered upon us – from
meditation – calming self – seeking release – playing day we were born – we have siblings whom we rely on
sports – times of trouble – share joy and laughter together
• Friends – false friends – friends who don’t desert you in
3. Why is saving up for a rainy day important? times of trouble – true friends – always there no matter –
Introduction rich or poor – rain or shine – provide network of support
• Definition – save up money – may need it sometime in • Health – no matter how rich – cannot buy health – rich
future – parents taught me – importance of saving up – may have money – may be able to seek treatments – but
have savings account not necessarily cure them – rich or poor alike – all wish
Body to be healthy
• Saving up – helps a person to budget – more money • Sense of achievement – fulfilling your dream – doing the
kept in the bank, less money use to spend on frivolous things you like – a feeling that can’t be bought – these
things – teaches self discipline – controlling your own things need work and passion, not money
finances – even at a young age
• Good investment for future – allows you to plan – take Conclusion
on something beneficial – like taking a language class to • Humans – should learn to enjoy – things that are
better yourself or starting a business – also need money
for college – cannot depend on parents to foot the bill all given to us – free – sometimes – need to take a seat
the time back and think of what is important and enjoy it – before
• Emergency purposes - never know when a tragedy or – too late
illness may strike – you may fall ill – loved ones have
problems – essential that you have accessible money in U NIT
situations like these – stave off stress when you have
some money saved up 5 Health is Wealth
• Retirement – may seem a long way – never too young
to start – help to ensure you have enough to live on – Speak Up …tch /t∫/
ensure you live a comfortable life th / θ /
Conclusion Practice 2
• Need to always plan ahead – also take into account tt / t /
unforseen circumstances where you might need money 1. stretch, match …tch /t∫/
– start now – don’t wait until it’s too late 2. think, thimble, thistle
3. mitten, rotten
4. Write a story about your visit to the dentist. End your story 4. clutches, latch, watch
with “...it wasn’t as scary as my brother made it out to be.”
Introduction
• Late night – tossing and turning – dull ache in my mouth
– tooth hurt – got up – took a painkiller – hope that pain
will go away – did not sleep a wink

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Listen Up breathing. Untreated, this can lead to stroke or blindness. Too little
sugar is the result of the body lacking chromium. All this starts
1. butter, this when the pancreas malfunctions and is unable to produce insulin
2. think, thrown, latch to convert glucose into heat and energy. This results in the body
3. Stretch, clutch having a very high level of sugar and he gets what is known as
Type 1 diabetes which requires daily injection of insulin. Type
Short Texts and Graphic Materials 2 diabetes can be controlled through medication, diet, gradual
weight loss and exercise. The tell-tale signs are extreme thirst,
1. D 2. D 3. D 4. B 5. D frequent urination and ants visiting your toilet.
6. B 7. B 8. A
(129 words)

Practise Your Grammar Directed Writing

1. As a result 2. so Yeoh Zhi Ming
3. Therefore 4. Finally 55 Taman Segar,
5. However 6. Then 47400 Petaling Jaya,
7. In addition 8. Furthermore Selangor.
9. Consequently 10. Next 4 April 2018

Dear Ashwan,

Rational Cloze I was shocked when I received news of your unfortunate
accident. From what mother told me there was a touch and go
1. B 2. A 3. C 4. C 5. B moment for awhile. However, mother says that you are out of the
6. C 7. B 8. B woods now and is back home recuperating.

Information Transfer It is very heartening to know that you are out of danger. May
I ask what happened? Mother could only get bits and pieces from
1. Talk on Glaucoma Aunt Maya. There was something about a motorcyle and a zebra
2. Surprise Health Checks crossing. Your mother was very distraught over the phone. Now,
3. Charity cum Health Walk that you have moved away, it isn’t so easy to pop by your place
4. Free Health Talks anymore.
5. Health Checks
6. Walking Tall Charity cum Health Fun Walk Is there anything I can do to help? Mother says you are on
7. most prone to osteoporosis bed rest until the doctor says otherwise. Then, you have to walk
8. a complementary screening on crutches for a few months until your ankle heals completely.
9. height, weight, blood and urine Do you want me to bring you some novels to read? I have some
10. calcium new ones. They are interesting and should keep you entertained
at least for a few hours.
Reading Comprehension
We miss your jokes in class. You missed several interesting
events in school. Johan won the badminton championship against
our rival school. He was really good on the court. Oh, remember
how eager you were to dissect a frog in the biology lab? Well,
you missed it. Katrina fainted when she saw the blood oozing out.

1. (a) It is a modern-day disease. Puan Lena conveys her well wishes to you too. She says
not to worry about missing school, just concentrate on getting
(b) Those suffering from it will experience excessive thirst better. As for the lessons and projects you missed, she says that
and difficult breathing. you will be given time to catch up on it once you are well enough
to return.
2. (a) It produces insulin that activates our body cells to
soak up the sugar, glucose. Johan, Maniam and I are planning to visit you soon. We
thought we should give you time to rest before we come for a visit.
(b) The body cannot function effectively to convert the I gathered from my mother than you are in good spirits despite
glucose into heat or energy. your predicament. This will certainly helps you recover faster. I
will give you a call should we decide to visit and see if you are
3. (a) They are controlled firstly through the use of up for it.
medication and secondly through measures such as
exercise. The gang send their greetings, prayers and hope you have
a speedy recovery. Hope to see you very soon. Take care.
(b) He should avoid simple carbohydrates such as table
sugar or carbonated drinks. Yours sincerely,
Zhi Ming
4. (a) It ensures that the optimum body weight is maintained.
(b) This is because they may be potentially dangerous to Continuous Writing
the sufferer.
1. Describe your favourite sport and why you like it
5. Action 1: Identify if you are urinating more than often. Introduction
Action 2: Look out for wounds and cuts that take a long • Since young – father made sure – learned to swim –

time to heal. since then – never missed a weekend at the swimming

Summary Writing pool

Diabetes is often caused from having too much or too little sugar
in our bloodstream. Too much sugar leads to Type 1 diabetes.
Those suffering from it often feel tired, thirsty and difficulty in

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 English  Form 5 KBSM  Answers 4. Write a story about somebody who drank and drove. End
your story with “He would never touch a bottle again.”
Body
• Has many benefits – one of the sports that provides an Introduction
• My neighbour – rowdy friends coming all times of the
all body strengthening workout – depends on mood –
swimming can be a solo – group activity day and night – noticed his trash bin – filled with empty
• In Malaysia – weather is hot and humid – release the beer bottles – hard liquor sometimes
tension of the day – cools down the body – feel refreshed Body
– stay flexible – legs and arms become toned at the • One day – noticed – house was empty for days – we
same time wondered what had happened – out of the blue – elderly
• Swimming in the sea/ocean – good for the skin – that couple – came to the house
salt water helps retain moisture as well as detoxifies the • Turns out – man’s parents – he had been in an accident
skin – in a coma for a few days
• Cheap sport – all you need is a swim suit – pair of • They told my father – son – drinking and driving –
goggles – lets me meet people – widen my circle of rammed into a lorry – suffered head injury – critical –
friends don’t know if he would pull through
Conclusion • Two weeks later – heard from man’s parents – woke from
• Anyone can swim – need to learn first – always remember coma – long recovery – parents – take him home – to
– safety is priority – always make sure someone is nearby recover – country side – not renting the house next door
anymore
2. Junk food is bad for health. Do you agree? • We hope – next person who rents – friendlier and better
Introduction person
• Looks delicious – sold everywhere – fast – quick – need Conclusion
little or no preparation – cheap – entice people • The man finally realised the error of his ways – albeit
• Nevertheless – as tasty as they might be – not good for a little too late – neverthless – he is thankful – second
health – hence the word ‘junk’ in junk food chance at life – said – he would never touch a bottle
Body again
• Calorie ridden and poor in nutrients – contain artificial
colourings – harmful additives 5. “Early to bed and early to rise, makes a man healthy,
• Obesity – trend is on the rise – childhood obesity – wealthy and wise.’ Describe what you think of this proverb.
particularly frightening – contain ‘empty calories’ and Introduction
less fiber – increase tendency to put on weight • Definition – those who practice sleeping early and waking up
• Lethargy – processed food (junk food) – makes people early – gets a hosts of benefits be it physically and mentally.
sluggish – lower energy levels – tend to be sleepy – less Body
alert – leading to a sedentary lifestyle • Taught since young – observe the habit of sleeping early
• Filled with high levels of sodium/ salt and sugar – and waking up early – first of all – it is good training –
contribute to diseases/ ailments – high blood pressure discipline wise
– liver and kidney diseases – weak teeth • Health wise – sleeping early ensures that your body has
Conclusion enough rest – waking up early – you have time for a good
• Parents – instill good and healthy eating habit breakfast
• Stress free – time to get things done – no need to worry
3. Why are frequent health checks important? about going to school late
Introduction • How does it make you wealthy – get things done – more
• A health check – examines current state of health – can alert in school – study better – good results – chance to
be carried out in hospitals, clinic, general practitioners – get into a good college/ get scholarship – with degree –
done once a year good job
Body Conclusion
• Helps find health issues before they start – prevention is • Unfortunately – modern times – people are always in a
better than cure – early detection – increases chances rush – sleeping late – working overtime/ going to club –
of treatment and cure need for body and mind to relax – lead a simpler life
• If family has a history or an existing medical condition – it
is good – monitor health – prevents from getting worse U NIT
• Encourages a healthy lifestyle – doctor’s assess physical
health – time to time – stress levels, cholesterol levels – 6 Love Your Nature
advises if the numbers are high
• Allows to create and maintain a relationship with your Speak Up 2. bat
health care provider – health history is updated in case 4. knight
– sudden illness – health scare – doctor – can refer to Practice 2 6. too
health history
Conclusion 1. wait
• Believe it or not – regular health check ups – saves lives 3. sent
– arms you with information and support – reduces risks 5. wear
of developing health problems

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English  Form 5 KBSM  Answers 

Listen Up Summary Writing

1. flu Some of the causes of decline are firstly the over-exploitation
2. wasting
3. peace of the highly-priced eggs in the market. Next is the disturbance
4. pain
of their nesting sites by campers. Also the introduction of trawling

has resulted in many turtles being caught in the large nets and

Short Texts and Graphic Materials dying of suffocation. Another cause is the old nets that get torn

loose in storms and left floating and turtles invariably get trapped

1. B 2. A 3. B 4. C 5. A in them. Pollutants in the water too affect their growth and mating
6. C 7. A 8. D
habits and lastly there are the natural enemies like monitor

lizards. Fortunately for the turtles, the Terengganu Government

Practise Your Grammar has banned the consumption and sale of the eggs. In addition,

the participants of the National Seminar of Turtles and Terrapins

1. likes have set up a trust fund to buy up all the eggs and hatch them
2. is
3. is in special hatcheries. (130 words)
4. was
5. have Directed Writing
6. produces
7. breaks Mohd. Albakri
8. is 12, Taman Manja
9. is 34100, Taiping,
10. play Perak.

Rational Cloze The Director
Taiping Municipal Council
1. D 2. A 3. B 4. C Bangunan TMC
7. B 8. B 34200, Taiping,
5. C 6. A Perak. 15 FEBRUARY 2019

Information Transfer Dear Sir,

1. Improved animal inspection Uncollected Rubbish in Taman Manja
2. Culling of animals
3. 206 Referring to the subject above, I would like to highlight the
4. 1997 problems that it has caused among residents in Taman Manja.
5. Birds It is indeed sad, that we have to live in dismal conditions brought
6. Launching practice treatment exercises by this problem.
7. Stocking up medicines and vaccines
8. Protective equipment 2. The rubbish in our area have not been collected for more
9. Providing Tamiflu than a week now. Before this, the rubbish was collected every
10. Providing seasonal flu injections three days. We do not know why our rubbish has been sitting
in front of our gates overflowing from the bin. Are the garbage
Reading Comprehension collectors all on vacation?

1. It is because it has declined in number from 100 in the 3. Due to the rubbish not being collected, stray dogs, cats and
1950’s to 37 in 1995. sometimes even monkeys have ventured into the bins gnawing
through the plastics containing the rubbish. As a result, our
2. (a) The eggs fetch good prices in the wet market. roads are scattered with food scraps, cans containing leftover
(b) Collecting turtle eggs is a traditional activity. soured milk and other oily residue from the kitchen. The stench
is unbearable and some of the residents have resorted to wearing
3. Unknowingly face masks.
4. (a) They get caught in the large nets and become unable
4. The rubbish attract flies and water left in containers are
to breathe and die. becoming a breeding ground for mosquitoes. On top of our living
in a smelly, unsanitary environment, we have to worry about the
(b) The turtles get caught in the nets and suffocate in the possibility of a dengue outbreak in the area.
process.
5. We have done our part to make our living conditions as
(c) (i) It affects their growth and mating habits. bearable as possible, taking turns to take as many garbage bags
(ii) There are fewer eggs laid in each nest. as we can to the nearest rubbish dump. We also pick up the
5. First way: We should all stop eating turtle eggs. rubbish clogging our drains, those scattered on the roads and
Second way: Be responsible and do not throw rubbish also in our compound. However, we cannot keep doing this as
we have our works, schools and families to attend to.
into the sea (accept any suitable answers)
6. We have called up the municipal council helpline numerous
times to no avail. Most of the time we are put on hold or are given

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 English  Form 5 KBSM  Answers 3. Why is the coconut palm useful?
Introduction
the false promise of our problems will be attended to promptly. • Most of us associate coconut with its water as it is a
It’s now nearing week two. We hope that something is done refreshing and healthy drink – other parts of the tree can
immediately to rectify this problem. be used – it is often called – tree of a hundred uses
Body
Thank you. • The shell is green and hard – once opened – see the
husk – very useful – used as fuel for cooking and making
Yours sincerely, sturdy ropes
• In the USA – people are starting to appreciate the
.....M.......A....l.b..a..k..r..i..... coconut water as a thirst quencher – nutritious benefits
– boosts hydration – proven to be more effective than
(Mohd Albakri) sports and energy drinks
• The white soft flesh can be eaten – milk – can be
Continuous Writing extracted from it as well – called ‘santan’ – used
frequently in curries and desserts
1. Describe a time when somebody you know felt very afriad • Trunk is used to make furniture – build bridges – the
and explain the cause of it. leaves used as thatch roofs in village houses – the sticks
Introduction from the leaves – made – broom called ‘lidi’ – outer
• Several years ago – my aunt has a daughter named shell – dried – used as decorative items
Dahlia – was two years old then – pretty as could be Conclusion
Body • There is a south sea saying – ‘He who plants a coconut
• One day – outing – mall – crowded – last minute tree, plants food and drink, vessels and clothing, a home
shopping – Hari Raya Aidilfitri – Dahlia – did not like – for himself and a heritage for his children’
sitting stroller – walking – held – aunt’s hand
• people pushing and shoving about – aunt – lost grip – 4. Write a story about the life of a storybook. Begin your story
Dahlia – gone – aunt and uncle – frantic – searched – no with “My recycled blank papers were printed with words...”
avail – no one seen a small girl Introduction
• Aunt broke down – afraid for Dahlia – little girl feeling • My life began – recycled paper factory – cut into book
scared – wandered around – looking for mummy sized papers – had words printed and a cover illustrated
and daddy – aunt and uncle went – mall office – with beautiful pictures
announcement Body
• One hour – worrying – finally – mall manager approached • Reached the port – put in van and sent – well-known
aunt and uncle – a couple – found little girl crying – bookshop – in Kuala Lumpur – labelled – price RM35 –
rushed to the office – wept for joy displayed on book shelf
Conclusion • One day – a lady took me – flipped through my pages
• hugged her tightly –showered kisses on her face – thank – to my joy bought me – paid at the counter – wrapped
couple who found Dahlia in colourful paper – was to be a gift – niece
• Christmas day – little girl – tore wrapper – squealed –
2. “Earth provides enough to satisfy every man’s needs, but delight – hugged me – ran to aunt – thanked her – for
not every man’s greed.” How far do you agree? gift – take me out read me everyday – took good care
Introduction of me – kept me in a bookshelf
• A wise man once said - “Earth provides enough to satisfy • That was 20 years ago – now little girl – all grown up – I
every man’s needs, but not every man’s greed” – this am still looking brand new – one day – gave me to her
man – Mahatma Gandhi – his insight – fast becoming a niece – told her – I was special – take care of me
reality Conclusion
Body • Looking forward – new home – hope to live very long
• Resource depletion – occurs when – all of the natural life – enrich and entertain as many people as I can
resources in an certain area have been exhausted –
use these resources far more quickly than it can be 5. “We never know the worth of water till the well is dry.”
replenished Describe what it means and suggest ways of conserving
• Water is a resource – we often take for granted – once water at home.
clean drinking water is gone – nothing can replace it – all Introduction
living things need water to survive • Many of us go through life everyday taking things for
• Forests – rapidly disappearing – filters the air we breathe granted – the saying is true only when there is a shortage
– absorbs carbon dioxide and greenhouse gases – they of water – know how important water is to us
are also homes to millions of species of plant and animal Body
life – man use it (illegal logging) – but do not bother to • Several ways – conserve water at home – simple thing
replenish it like turning off the tap while brushing teeth – doing
• Over fishing – in rivers, lakes, ocean – fishermen dishes – washing your hair – don’t take baths – take
intent on making more money – illegal trade of exotics showers – short ones – showering
species • Always look out for leaky faucets – toilets – may not
• Fossil fuels – non renewable – coal, crude oil, natural seem a lot – but when the water bill arrives – may be
gas – it’s only a matter of time when they run out shocked – how much water has been wasted
Conclusion
• Take steps to ensure earth’s resources are treasured –
used wisely – sustain us and the generations to come

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• Doing the laundry – make sure the basket is full before Information Transfer
– you wash – use the economy rinse/mode on your
washing machine 1. weight training
2. defensive
• Collect rain water – use them to water plants – or wash 3. offensive
the car 4. Balance
5. push-ups
Conclusion 6. Swiss ball
• These simple methods – effective – help cut water usage 7. Plyometric
8. Flexibility
by more than half – must realise that a little effort can go 9. Patience
a long way 10. twice

U NIT Reading Comprehension

7 Wired Youth 1. (a) She does not have to carry the printed version
wherever she goes.
Speak Up
(b) Like a printed book, an eBook has numbered pages,
Practice 2 table of contents and even pictures.

1. mosaic, restaurant, grandeur 2. (i) The font size can be changed.
2. barbeque, banquet (ii) It can be read in the dark because of a built-in
3. soprano, pizza
4. sarung, sampan backlight in the mobile phone.
3. (i) She finds reading eBooks hard on the eyes.
Listen Up (ii) She enjoys the smell, look and feel of a printed book.
4. It is a one-stop centre and a gateway to knowledge and
1. French
2. Japanese information on the Internet.
3. French 5. (a) They provide up-to-date information compared to the
4. Malay
5. Malay traditional publication process which takes too long
6. Italian and the contents can be outdated.
7. French (b) The information in eBooks can be read anywhere on
8. Chinese a notebook and stored in a computer.
9. Indian (c) There are no more worries about cockroaches and
10. French silverfish infestation.

Summary Writing

The eBook is increasingly popular because it has the

Short Texts and Graphic Materials structure of the printed version, along with some advantages.

The book can be read wherever you go, even in the dark, if

1. A 2. A 3. A 4. D 5. A there is a built-in backlight in your mobile phone. The font size
6. C 7. B 8. D 5. A
can be changed and difficult words can be looked up using the

search and dictionary features. The book is downloadable via

the Internet. For academic purposes, the eBook is preferred

Practise Your Grammar as it provides access to up-to-date information faster than the

traditional printing process. The printed form of lengthy articles

1. will submit and documents, especially those on technical subjects and work,
2. will take
3. will be revising can be cumbersome. The storage and retrieval of information
4. will be building
5. will pitch from the eBook through a computer is easier and safer, not to
6. will not speak
7. will be ringing mention the fact that it may be free. [130 words]
8. will you speak
9. will be leaving Directed Writing
10. will walk
A very good morning to our principal Puan Hajah Siti
Rational Cloze Fatimah, teachers and friends. I am Gurmit Singh, President of
the IT club. In conjunction with Science and Technology week, I
1. C 2. B 3. A 4. B would like to talk to you about the Internet and its usefulness.
6. C 7. B 8. B
I’m sure the word Internet is not something that is unfamilliar
to you. But, what is the Internet? Well, it is defined as a global
system of inter-connected computers – mainframe, personal or
wireless networks that is linked to millions of devices the world
over. Surfing on the Internet has never been so easy with search
engines such as Google or Mozilla Firefox.

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• the latest form of bullying – one that takes place – cyber
For one, it is a treasure throve of information. Collection
of any and every type of information can be found on the space – through electric technology
internet. Information regarding education, literature, techonology, Body
business, travel and entertainment can be found there. All you • cyberbullying goes on 24/7 – happen anywhere as long
need is for your computer or device to be hooked up on the
Internet. as Internet is available – messages and pictures can be
posted anonymously – reach wide circle – in matter of
Another way the Internet is useful is that it is the modern tool minutes
of communication. Snail mails are a thing of the past – emailing • Emotionally – victims tend to feel stressed and depressed
is the new way to go. It’s fast, it’s easy and it’s efficient. Social – non-stop verbal abuse and harassment – often very
networking sites like Facebook and Twitter allow people to cruel because of anonynimity on the internet
connect with old friends. You can chat with a family member all • Victims will lash out – try to defend themselves online
the way in America without having to hop onto a plane or racking – abuse just gets worse – feel worthless – cannot
a huge amount on your phone bill. understand why they are so hated
• Psychologically - always looking over their shoulder – feel
The Internet is a place for all forms of entertainment be ‘eyes’ looking at them all the time – paranoia sets in
it watching a movie or listening to your favourite songs. The • May fall into depression – resort to self harm – feel
best part of all is that your can view videos at a time which is hopeless as if there’s no way to stop the bullying
convenient to you. You can even download it to watch at a later Conclusion
time. • Victims – need to inform – seek help – parents monitor
computer activity – observe child’s behaviour – if cannot
The Internet has also become a place of business. Online stop – at least minimize – cyberbullying
banking and e-commerce (such as online shopping) can be done
there. There is no need to queue up at the bank or fight your 3. Why are paper dictionaries better than portable electronic
way to a sale. All you have to do is sit back and click and voila, dictionaries?
the transaction is complete. Introduction
• I have a couple of paper dictionaries – and a portable
We cannot deny the benefits of the Internet. Nowadays, you electric dictionary – can’t help but to compare both –
can even browse through the Internet on devices as small as the both have their pros and cons – prefer traditional paper
palm of your hand. However, bear in mind that sometimes you dictionary
need to be alert when you venture into cyberspace. As in the real Body
world, it has its fair share of danger lurking out there, waiting to • Portable electronic dictionaries – more expensive – some
pounce on guillible or unsuspecting victims. So, go ahead – use need batteries or recharging – while paper dictionaries
the Internet, just remember to be smart when you go about it. – one off payment
• Portable electronic dictionaries are fragile devices – drop
Thank you. them once or twice – likely scenario – you’ll be picking
up the bits and pieces – paper dictonaries – sturdy
Continuous Writing • If you use a paper dictionary – you have to manually
read each and every definition – at the same time you
1. Describe a gadget/electronic device that you cannot live are made aware of the different definitions of the same
without and why. word – or word class
Introduction • Paper dictionaries – encourages reading and learning
• World today – consumers – spoilt for choice – gadgets – using grammar more effectively – rather than
– computers – tablets – smartphones memorization – it offers language learners a chance to
Body understand a word deeper
• When I started fifth form – dad bought me my first tablet Conclusion
– has become my prized possession • Language learners – do better with paper dictionaries –
• It wouldn’t be crazy if I said I can’t live without it – it’s grasping the key component of a language
small enough – to be inconspicuous – big enough –
doesn’t hurt my eyes when using it – many functions 4. Write a story about a boy who aided authorities in foiling
and features a burglary attempt. Begin your story with “Rashid was
• Do research – school projects – find information about watching a movie on his tablet...”
anything – using the search browser – keep my photos Introduction
in – read an ebook – even write my diary – doubles as • Rashid was watching a movie on his tablet – it was a
a phone – GPS tracking system – safety purposes – quiet afternoon – his parents had gone out
parents can track it Body
• My tablet goes everywhere I go – except for school – • After some time – noticed two men outside his neighbour’s
parents think it may interfere with studies – besides house – rang the bell – maid came out – Rashid peered
school – computer labs – would certainly feel at loss – if through the window – thought men looked shifty
I were to lose it • Heard men say – check on the air conditioning – maid
Conclusion let them in – without checking credentials – Rashid saw
• While I cannot live without it – I make sure – it doesn’t one man taking out a ‘parang’ – maid scared – followed
rule my life – know the time and place to use it the men

2. The effects of cyberbullying are emotional and
psychological. Do you agree?

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• Rashid didn’t know what to do – then instinct kicked in 4. (a) great speed
– called the police – described – what happened – then (b) abstinence from food and drinks
continued to look out
5. (a) to take in
• Police – plainclothes – came – surrounded the house (b) a bird
– used megaphone – ordered the men out – house
quiet – men tried to escape – backdoor – police lying in Short Texts and Graphic Materials
wait – caught
1. A 2. A 3. C 4. D 5. B
• Police – freed maid – shaken but otherwise not hurt – 6. A 7. C 8. C
took statement about what happened
Practise Your Grammar
Conclusion
• Neighbours came back – shocked – police said Rashid 1. will have entered
2. will have ended
saved the day – neighbours thanked Rashid – glad he 3. will have finished
could do his part 4. will have killed
5. will have been served
5. ‘The future of schools.’ Describe what you think schools 6. will have left
would be like in the future. 7. will have seen
Introduction 8. will have completed
• Technology is beginning to be a huge part of everyday 9. will have cycled
life – in line with times changing – schools have to adapt 10. will have saved
and change as well
Body Rational Cloze
• Textbooks – go hand in hand – online resources – the
Internet – wealth of information – perhaps in future – 1. A 2. C 3. D 4. B
schools may use virtual reality 8. A
• Teachers tailor lessons to suit individual students – 5. B 6. A 7. C
monitor progress efficiently and is not time consuming
– no paper work Information Transfer
• Students able to learn at individual rate and pace –
slower students – take assessments suited to their levelU 1. February 15th to February 26th
– advance students – need not feel frustrated – learning 2. Support healthier and greener living
is not challenging 3. Environment-friendly merchandise
• Perhaps future – the buildings called ‘school’ – cease to 4. To go green
exist – as learning becomes mobile – children learn from 5. Shoppers shouldselect energy-saving household appliances
home – teachers conduct teaching no matter where they 6. Shoppers should select products that run on solar energy
are 7. Shoppers should select nature-inspired, healthy products
Conclusion 8. Shoppers should bring their own shopping bags
• Today’s schools – already on the road to change – due 9. They can join ‘Say No To Plastic’ campaign
to the technological advances 10. Shoppers can take home a potted plant free in support of

NIT green living

8 Going Green Reading Comprehension

Speak Up 1. The large number and wide variety of organisms in the
world including human beings.
Practice 2
2. (a) If there were not enough plants to feed animals, they
1. (b) The book that you are looking for is on the left shelf in will die out and human beings and other carnivores
the corner. will not get enough to eat.

2. (b) I don’t think we can hike up that hill within an hour. (b) It provides us with food, medicines and building
3. (c) Do you think he can hear you from that distance? materials.
4. (b) He received a deep wound on his face from that fall.
(Accept any suitable answers) 3. (a) Extinction.
(b) Development would lead to construction which could
Listen Up lead to habitat loss and in turn would lead to animals
and plants in the area dying out.
1. (a) have to be careful (c) If a non native species of carnivorous fish is introduced
(b) a decorative time-piece into a pond it might feed on the hand living in the pond,
and thus lead to extinction.
2. (a) the action of making a knot
(b) a piece of apparel hanging from their collar 4. (a) It refers to the total amount of greenhouse gases
produced by human activities.
3. (a) the side of a river
(b) a financial institution

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(b) Reduce reuse and recycle./ Do not take plants and 5. We read that the resort organizes nature walks with an
animals from their natural habitat./ Do not consume or experienced guide everyday after lunch. We would like to
use meat or body parts of endangered animals./ Do not participate in the walk on 10 June.
release exotic pets from other countries into the wild./
Campaign againts deforestation or any other type of 6. We hope that you could advise us on the rates for group
habitat loss. (Accept suitable answer) bookings as well as the charges for our meals, conference room
and facilities as well as the nature walk activity. Also advise us
5. (a) Biodiversity is maintained. (Accept suitable answer) on the payment method.
(b) Protecting the environment helps to balance the
7. We hope to hear from you soon as we would like to make
ecosystem which then helps to maintain biodiversity. a booking as soon as possible. You can contact the school at
(Accept suitable answer) 03- 40412390 should you need any more details.

Summary Writing Thank you.

Biodiversity benefits human beings and all living things on Yours sincerely,
earth. In the food chain, plants become food for animals, which
in turn become food for human beings and other animals. The ..C...h..e....J..u..n..a..i..d..a..h....
whole food chain is destroyed or altered if one link is removed
or changed. Natural resources also provide medicines, dyes (Che Junaidah Bt. Merican)
and adhesives, as well as materials for building and clothing. Secretary of the Green Society,
However, our current lifestyles are a threat to biodiversity. SMK Tanjung Linggi
Extinction of several species affect all related ecosystems and
has an overwhelming effect on nature’s resources. This affects Continuous Writing
resources for human consumption and further alters human
lifestyles. Development leads to destruction of the environment 1. Describe when your neighbourhood had water rationing
and habitat loss, which leads to loss of animal and plant species. and how it affected the residents there.
Overhunting, the introduction of foreign species, pollution and Introduction
climate change also destroy the ecosystem. • Due to hot weather conditions – reservoir not enough
water
(130 words) Body
• Government decided to ration water – day 1 started – life
Directed Writing went on as normal – pails and basins filled with water to
last for the day – water truck – due tomorrow morning
Che Junaidah bt. Merican • When evening approached – pails and water-tanks –
SMK Tanjung Linggi, started run low – buy mineral waters from shops – others
Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, went over to relatives in areas not affected in the city
51000, Kuala Lumpur. • Water rationing – went on for two weeks – soon everyone
started feeling tired – grumpy – when water trucks came
The Manager, 23 MARCH 2019 – everyone rushed – some did not queue up
Mossy Hill Resort • Resident head – saw neighbours fighting each other –
39100 Brinchang, chaos – decided to put a stop – had a residents’ meeting
Cameron Highlands, – state – homes – with elderly and children – fill water
Pahang. first – water trucks came
Conclusion
Dear Sir, • End of the month – rains came – reservoir filled up –
Enquiries about resort accommodation and facilities water rationing – called off – everyone – thankful

The Green Society of my school is planning a three days two 2. Animals should not be kept in captivity. How far do you
nights enviromental awareness camp from 8 June (Friday) to agree?
10 June (Sunday) 2019. We are looking for suitable Introduction
accommodation and hotel facilities for this purpose. • In the last few years – petting zoos, small animal farms
– cropping up – how well do they manage and treat the
2. Around 30 students and four teachers are expected to attend animals
this camp. Therefore, we will need at least 17 rooms (twin sharing Body
basis) to accommodate us all comfortably. • Animal rights – no right to capture or confine animals
– animals in captivity especially in less than savoury
3. Following our itinerary, we would be arriving in Cameron conditions – suffer stress – boredom – no freedom to
Highlands at about 1p.m. on 9 June. Hence, we would like lunch explore in their natural habitat
to be served. Regarding meals, we would like 2 breakfast, 3 • Animals in zoos – also carted back and forth – traded
lunches and 2 dinners throughout our stay. or sold – different countries – different climate – kept in
cages or compound areas that are small and hardly ideal
4. We would also require the use of a conference room that • Animals in circuses – move from one place to another –
accommodate all 44 of us. In addition to that, we need a working adapt themselves – purpose – entertainment – paraded
microphone, an overhead projector as well as a whiteboard for in front of an audience – taught to perform
our activities. Tables should be arranged in three rows with 10 • People are allowed to buy exotic animals – kept in homes
students in each row. We would need light refreshments in the – all you need – apply for license - confined – for own
conference room as well as drinking water. pleasure

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• No matter what – animals have rights – as far as possible
Conclusion
– should be allowed to live as they are meant to • Uncle taught me a lesson – waste not, want not – live

3. Why is drinking water important for us? by that rule from that moment on
Introduction
• 60% of the human body is water – drinking water – L PITERATURE RACTICES
essential to health – plenty of reasons to drink water
Body Poems
• Water is important for survival – fluid loss occurs 1) A Poison Tree
continously throughout the day – from breathing, Skill-based Practices
sweating, urine
• Help with weight loss – can help control calories – makes Practice 1
a person feel full – when you are full – eat less
• Boosts the immune system – drinking lots of water 1. The persona waters his wrath figuratively with fears and
flushes out toxins tears. (Stanza 2)
• Makes your skin glow – plentiful water – regular
consumption – improves colour and skin texture – as it 2. The persona’s wrath grows daily until it bore a fruit. (Stanza
allow new cells to build properly 3)
Conclusion
• Start your day with a glass of water – keep yourself 3. The persona’s enemy sneaks into the garden in the dark of
hydrated throughout the day the night and claimed the fruit of the tree. (Stanza 4, lines
1 and 2)
4. Write about an animal that escaped from a zoo and how
you encountered it. Begin your story with “I couldn’t believe 4. The persona sees his enemy stretched out beneath the
my eyes...” tree. (Stanza 4, lines 3 and 4)
Introduction
• I couldn’t believe my eyes and neither could my brother 5. Perhaps Blake is trying to hint that anger (symbolised by the
– that a zebra – using a zebra crossing tree) if it is kept in, keeps on growing regardless whether
Body it is day or night. In this case, time does not forget, in fact
• It started – brother and I – cycling home – saw a strange it nurtures the feeling. It gets stronger and stronger until
sight – people stopped to stare or take pictures – thought it slowly eats us up and we can expect an end which is
it was an advertisement gimmick disastrous (symbolised by the enemy outstretched beneath
• Traffic stopped – cars could not move – zebra – like a the tree)
deer caught in headlights – froze in the middle of the
road 6. (a) contrast
• Heard sirens – saw container truck – words ‘Zoo (b) repetition
Authority’ emblazoned across – two men in zoo uniform (c) symbolism
– came out – rope – asked people to move away (d) metaphor
• Slowly walked towards the zebra – people continued (e) alliteration
clicking away – finally, the zebra was caught – led back
to the truck Practice 2
Conclusion
• Told parents during lunch – did not believe us – watched 1. False/It was the persona who was angry with his friend.
news – the escaped zebra – most interesting day 2. True
3. True
5. “Waste not, want not.” Describe an incident that made you 4. False/Wrath (in the metaphor of a tree) grew both day and
realize that this was true.
Introduction night, not the apple.
• Born into a rich family – have everything I could ever 5. False/The enemy crept into the persona’s garden.
want – I was a spoiled child 6. False/The persona was glad to see his enemy lying beneath
Body
• One evening – having tea with friends – noticed someone the tree
at the gate – an old uncle – asking for old newspapers
and even food – maid told the old man to go away – Practice 3
forgot about the incident
• Another day – as I was going out – same uncle – 1. Anger that is not resolved – the persona did not work out his
opposite side of the road – rumaging through neighbour’s anger with his ‘foe’ thus, allowing it to become a problem.
trash – saw me – walked towards me
• Uncle also asked for empty tin cans and cardboards – 2. Deceit – the persona is deceitful, quietly nurturing his anger
selling them as recycle material to buy food – said he with smiles and wiles.
was once rich – children kicked him out
• Feeling of shame washed over me – never thought of 3. Forgiveness – shown in the first stanza forgiveness
people who were less blessed than I – told uncle to wait extinguishes the flame of anger immediately.
– went in – took food out – uncle grateful – thanked –
went on his way Exam-based Practices

Practice 1

(a) They were at odds with each other but this was quickly
resolved when the persona told his friend about his anger.

(b) The literary device used is alliteration.
(c) A feeling of gladness washed over him.

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(d) A lesson to be learned is that anger and misunderstandings 1. What has happened to Lulu?
should be resolved as early as possible. If this is not done, 2. bed
it may fester and grow, causing negative results. 3. an old rag doll
4. wide
Practice 2 5. money box
6. teardrops
(a) Wrath/anger 7. voices
(b) i. ‘It’ refers to the poison tree. 8. roar
ii. It represents the persona’s anger towards his enemy. 9. crying
(c) Tricks 10. wind
(d) A dark night with no stars.
Practice 4 (suggested answers)
Practice 3
(a) It’s a rag doll and it belongs to Lulu.
(a) The repetition ‘I was angry..’ and ‘I told...’ - is used to (b) It could show that Lulu feels that she’s grown up now and
emphasise the persona’s feeling of anger as well as to
contrast how he handled it between friend and foe. is leaving her childhood behind.
(c) Perhaps it represents freedom and new beginnings.
(b) The persona’s anger grew and grew. (d) Yes, I do. Maybe Lulu felt a sense of freedom as she
(c) i. friend and foe
ii. night and morning climbed out through the window.
(d) It gives me an ominous feeling – because it deals with the (e) A teardrop could mean many things – joy, fear and even

dark theme of anger. sadness.
(f) It represents a mother’s feeling of sadness and grief that
Practice 4
her child has run away.
(a) Wrath is synonymous to rage.
(b) It shows that the persona would not hesitate to scheme Exam-based Practices

or use underhanded tactics to lure his enemy and seek Practice 1
revenge.
(c) He felt exhilarated as he knew that he was holding his (a) It is set in the persona’s home, specifically in Lulu’s room.
enemy’s prized possession. (b) I f she was running away, she would need money to survive.
(d) Change of tone: hostile to peace/calm (c) He may have been overseas for work or perhaps he
Reason: The persona’s hostility was placated when he
told his friend of his anger. was divorced from the persona’s mother as he was not
mentioned in the poem.
2) What has happened to Lulu? (d) I think Lulu ran away of her own accord. Perhaps Lulu had
Skill-based Practices a misunderstanding or an argument with her mother and
felt that running away was the best way out.
Practice 1
Practice 2
Police Officer : Hello, 911. How can I help you?
Mother : Hello. I would like to report my daughter’s (a) Lulu is the persona’s older sibling.
(b) i. Woke to voices
disappearance. ii. Heard an engine roar
Police Officer : When did this happen? (c) i. The repetition shows a persistent line of questioning, a
Mother : Sometime late last night.
Police Officer : Did she leave anything behind? child wanting to know what was happening and will not
Mother : Yes, she left her old rag doll, a shoe and a note. stop till he or she gets the desired answer.
Police Officer : What do you think happened to her, maam? ii. No, it does not. It is more of a confusion.
Mother : I think she might have ran away.
Police Officer : Is anything missing from her room? Practice 3
Mother : Yes, her money box is gone.
Police Office : Okay, just stay calm, maam. We’ll be over soon. (a) i. It suggests that they might have a close relationship.
ii. The second time the question is repeated, the persona
Practice 2
calls his/her sibling Lu, like a term of endearment.
Dear Mom, (b) It is probably with Lulu.
I am writing this note to tell you that I am leaving home for a (c) She could have climbed out through the window.
while. Don’t worry about me; I will be staying with a friend for (d) Lulu running away could suggest a rocky relationship.
a while. I have my money-box with me so I have about 200
dollars to keep me going. I will be back once I’ve sorted out my Practice 4
feelings. I am sorry for doing this.
Love, (a) It could be a farewell note written by Lulu to her parents.
Lulu (b) She is probably the persona’s elder sibling.
(c) Stanza 5

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Explanation: The persona observes that his/her mother is (e) solemn
shedding tears and crying. She is grieving over Lulu who 3. She compared the way the villlagers were sitting to resting
appears to have gone missing.
deer.
Novels 4. (suggested answer) I prefer the marketplace because I

1) Sing to the Dawn am a person who likes to be surrounded by noise. Quiet
places make me edgy.
Skill-based Practices
Exam-based Practices
Practice 1
Practice 1
1. The setting depicted is Dawan’s home and its surroundings.
The imagery of the river, the bridge and the ‘tickling long In Sing to the Dawn by Mingfong Ho, Dawan the protagonist
blades of the paddy-fields’ show that Dawan lives in the is a character to be sympathised because when she told her
country-side. parents about her scholarship win, they were angered instead of
being proud and encouraging. It was a time when it was hard to
2. No, I don’t think that Dawan hails from an affluent family. be a girl. Girls were expected to stay home to attend matters in
She sleeps together with her family and she was competing housekeeping unlike boys who were free to pursue their studies.
for a scholarship to study in a city school. Also, her father Then, her close relationship with her brother Kwai, hit a snag
has to pay rent for the rice-fields and as a result her family when he realised that his sister had won the scholarship instead
won’t have enough rice. of him. He became jealous, grumpy and even threatening. In his
anger, he accidently pushes his sister down and she was hurt.
3. She loves nature – revels in it as she greets the dawn with Dawan could not even talk about her worries with Kwai because
her brother on the bridge. She also feels that she is in a of his change.
different league from her brother as they lived in a time
when women played second fiddle to men. Even the monk, whom Dawan thought would be the only
one to understand and support her, betrayed her. In his eyes,
4. Part of her was hopeful that she could win the scholarship she was nothing but a mere school girl who would not be able
but another part of her tried to smother that feeling as she to utilise the scholarship to its fullest potential.
knew that being a girl, she stood less of a chance than her It is easy to sympathise with Dawan. Walking in her shoe,
brother. we feel her anguish, hurt and disappointment as she received
neither support nor encouragement for trying to pursue her
5. Women play a secondary role. Gender inequality is seen dreams and make a better life of her own.
in this chapter. It was considered foolish and wasteful to
send girls to school. Practice 2

Practice 2 In Mingfong Ho’s Sing to the Dawn, the love of family is
shown from the words and actions of the characters in the story.
Dear Diary, For me, the character that does not hold back in showing her
Today was a good day in school. We received word about the love to Dawan is Dawan’s grandmother. She senses Dawan’s
winner of the scholarship. Guess who? I won! I am over the turmoil and asks her about it. She was the only one who said
moon. It’s truly a dream come true that a mere girl like me won that she was proud of what Dawan had achieved. She also
the scholarship. I can hope for a better future for me and pave calms Dawan down when she was afraid.
the way for many more girls in our village to go to school. My Dawan’s mother’s relationship with her own mother is often
dream is to be successful in my studies in the city and return to rocky. However, there is affection in some of her actions and
my village and bring about positive changes. words. An example would be where Dawan’s grandmother
strarted walking to Noi’s house with Dawan in tow which would
Practice 3 have taken 3 kilometres. Dawan’s mother offered to walk
Dawan instead, saying that her mother was getting old. The
Across Down love between a mother and daughter is shown here.
Kwai, Dawan’s brother always had a close relationship with
1. monk 6. Kwai his sister until the news of Dawan winning the scholarship broke
made him jealous of her. When he came to his senses, he
2. wooden 7. three illustrated sibling love by singing Dawan’s song to the dawn as
her bus meandered its way slowly towards the city. He stood on
3. lotus 8. proud the old bridge, arms thrown back in a gesture meant to embrace
her and send her off. That was how he showed Dawan that he
4. sparrow 9. jealous will always love her.
Those examples are how Dawan’s family showed their love
5. relented 10. ugly for one another, not only by words, but by action as well, each
having their own way of displaying their love for one another.
Practice 4

1. Marketplace – Crowded, busy and bustling, noisy
Temple – solemn and serious, spacious, quiet
2. (a) peddlers
(b) mingled
(c) snug
(d) incense

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11. He took Mr. Clay home.
Practice 3 12. jewellery store
13. Appleton Sentinel
In Sing to the Dawn, the protagonist Dawan faced numerous 14. A ferret called Ferocious
obstacles in her bid to further her studies in a city school. These 15. Hit the showers!
came in the forms of her own family, the head monk of the local 16. Merrimac Highschool
temple and the prejudices of a then world who favoured men 17. Darryl Peeps
more than women. Nevertheless, Dawan having a strong mind 18. Broke his ankle and two ribs
set refused to back down. She stood up for herself, arguing 19. Good Morning, Appleton!
determinedly time and again with her father that she won her 20. A set of drums and diamond solitaire earrings.
scholarship fair and square and thus she should be able to go
to the city. She even disputed and argued with the head monk’s Practice 4
view to accept things as they are and not cling to things. Dawan
did not allow herself to wallow too much in self-pity. Instead, 2, 6, 8, 1, 10, 4, 9, 7, 3, 5
she was determined to grab the chance that was rightfully hers.
In the end, it was her determination and persistence as well Exam-based Practices
as support from her grandmother and Kwaii, her brother, that
she managed to wear down her father and win his approval to Practice 1
achieve her dreams.
Dean Pitchford’s Captain Nobody is told from the point
2) Captain Nobody of view of its 10 year old protagonist, Newton Newman. Words
Skill-based Practices and phrases encountered by the reader are mostly informal and
in the American slang. Words like ‘gonna’ (going to) and ‘No
Practice 1 prob’ (no problem) and phrases like ‘You’re a whack job’ (You’re
crazy) are found throughout the novel. Similes are used to show
1. Cecil & JJ: No wait! comparison allowing the reader to picture the scene (“sweatpant...
CN: Come back Ferocious! Come back! they look like the Hulk’s”) and emotions the characters feel (“my
2. Cecil: If anybody can do it, Captain Nobody can. stomach flipped like a pancake”). Then, there is use of words as
3. CN: Stop! Stop! sound effects when Newt makes hissing and crackling noises
4. CN(to himself): This is crazy! Is this what Chris feels on into the walkie-talkie ‘kshhrkkkkpppfffsshhh...”, the football hitting
his head ‘boinked’ and Darryl’s helmet ‘whomp!’ clashing with
the field? his brother’s.
5. CN (to himself): What on earth is going on? Therefore, it can be said that the language used made the
6. Cecil & JJ: Way to go, Captain! story all the more interesting. Readers are able to relate with Newt
CN: I’ll get you for this! and how he thinks. The lightness in the language balances the
(Accepr any suitable answers) heavy themes of real-life versus fantasy and family relationships
as well as adding a light, humourous touch to the story.
Practice 2
Practice 2
1. (a) Annoyance/ frustration
(b) ‘drumming my fingers in frustration’/ ‘And I was The novel Captain Nobody by Dean Pitchford is an
entertaining read. This is made more so by Cecil Butterworth,
getting….steamed’ Newt Newman’s main buddy. His character is one that is
2. (a) To convey a point – emphasizing on a feeling hilarious, providing bits of humor and lightness to the story. In
(b) To indicate a pause in dialogue other words, he is the character that provides the comic relief.
(c) To indicate that the character is stressing the word in The author describes him as the shortest and skinniest kid
in his class. He goes on to say that what he lacks in size, he
a loud tone makes up for in volume. In my imagination, I see this smallish
3. Based on this extract, it could be said that Newt’s family ten year old boy with a megaphone-like voice. Even Newt
agrees that Cecil could always make him laugh.
seem almost neglectful of him. They are in their own world
and leaving Newt to attend to their breakfast, which they In another example, Cecil mentions his fear is plastic
never seem to touch. garbage bags because they are slimy. It was revealed that he
sent Newt into a dumpster to get his drum just because of that.
Practice 3 It is funny to see how he fooled Newt.

1. Dean Pitchford When Newt was climbing up to the Appleton Water Tower,
2. Appleton Elementary Cecil became the distraction when a policeman came by.
3. Cecil and JJ He made a ruckus along the fence and ran off causing the
4. Captain Nobody policeman to chase him, thereby giving time for Newt to climb
5. Chris Newman up the tower. Cecil’s character provided laughter and in some
6. Red sweatpants, silver track shoes, purple baseball jersey, instances, it helps to relieve the tension in certain parts of the
story.
cape, a mask.
7. Building supervisor
8. Absent-minded
9. Knocked into a coma

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In Captain Nobody by Dean Pitchford, identity crisis is a 4. Peggy
theme that is evident through most part of the novel. This is seen 5. Mr. Knight
through the actions of the main character, Newt Newman. Being 6. Gus Knight
the youngest in his family, Newt is always being overlooked. He 7. Mr. Schermer
tries to be helpful but this goes unnoticed – such as the time he 8. Richard Knight
painstakingly made breakfast but no one ate it.
The title in Chapter 3 ‘In which I search for somebody I am Practice 2
not’ reveals to us that Newt longs to be someone other than
himself as he always has to live in the shadow of his famous (a) “Pale and slender, Richard was the only child in the Knight
football star brother. When he assumed the identity of Captain family....”
Nobody, he felt a thrill and felt that he was given a new lease
on life. He became a hero. He helped an old man, thwarted a (b) Helpful
robbery and managed to avert a potential tragedy on a highway. (c) ‘Richard did not much like the thought of those two
As exhilarated as he was as Captain Nobody, towards the
end, he found out that just by being Newt Newman, he could be ganging up on him but he has already made his decision.
as heroic too. This was illustrated when he helped to shed light He signed his name.’
about the real person who put Chris (his brother) in a coma. In (d) Patriotic
doing that, he cleared Reggie Ratner’s name. (e) “I enjoyed your letter and I sympathise with your
In a nutshell, this theme shows the dilemma Newt went predicament”
through trying to establish his identity. He went from being normal (f) Encouraging
Newt to awesome Captain Nobody and back to normal Newt. He (g) “Don’t you go another step without unloading the rifle,
realised that Captain Nobody was an extension of himself. This Gus,”
theme, spurred on my understanding of Newt’s character to a (h) Dismissive
deeper level as I’ve gone through them myself. It also shows (i) ‘Other times, Pa would simply enjoy the poem without
that we sometimes have to explore our different roles to arrive comment or criticism. “That’s good, son,” he would say...’
at who we truly are. (j) Disbelief
(k) “I’m so sorry to have to tell you. Oh, Richie, your friend Mr.
Practice 4 Kilmer has been killed!”
(l) “I can’t force you to sign it, but I’ll be very dissapointed if
Newt Newman believed that Reggie Ratner whom everyone you don’t.”
thought was the cause of Chris Newman’s coma, was going (m) Enthusiastic
to attempt suicide by jumping off the Appleton water tower. (n) “Hannah’s father and mother both told wonderful stories of
Newt knew that he absolutely had to get to him. The reason having been to the great cities of the world...”
was because only he, Newt Newman, knew the truth about the (o) “But Abner and Harry did not clap at all.”
incident – that Darryl Peeps was the one responsible for Chris’
condition not Reggie. Newt made the decision to talk to Reggie Practice 3
and try to change his mind about jumping off the tower. To do
that he had to climb up the tower even though he was terrified 1. ‘Now we are in a forest of spruce trees and fir’ and ‘the
of heights. He managed to overcome his fear, get to Reggie and buttercups are knee high’.
to tell him that he wasn’t the one responsible for Chris being
knocked out. In doing that, he released Reggie from his guilt. 2. The spring rains turn the countryside to mud.
Newt also found out that Reggie’s reason for being on top of 3. They are poor children who have lost both parents in war.
the tower was not to commit suicide. He planned to spray paint 4. Something given free to a poor person in the forms of
the tower with some words in retaliation to him being blamed
when his foot got stuck through a hole in the roof shingle and food, donation, welfare benefits.
he couldn’t get down. With Newt’s help, Reggie managed to get 5. Harrowing.
down the tower, although Newt hurt his ankle and two ribs in the 6. Felt sympathy for the gutter babies.
process. However, it is shown that Newt’s decision ultimately 7. It probably meant that Sgt. Joyce Kilmer had to probably
cleared Reggie of his infamous connection with Chris’ unfortunate
incident. In another positive light, Newt managed to find a new perform some duties that he found displeasing to him.
friend in Reggie who was grateful to him. 8. I feel that war creates violence and brings about death and

3) Dear Mr. Kilmer destruction. Instead of solving problems, it creates more of
Skill-based Practices them.

Practice 1 Practice 4

1. Joyce Kilmer From Joyce Kilmer’s eyes
2. Mrs. Hansen 1. Destruction of landscapes and buildings pg. 97 “...the
3. Hannah Schermer
landscape looks like a blackened desert – or the surface
of some lifeless planet”/ pg. 98 “Yesterday, we found a
small church in ruins..”
2. Orphaned children/ gutter babies – pg. 100 “...poor children
who have lost both parents in the war.”
3. Loss of lives (death) – pg. 116 Joyce Kilmer died in service
fighting in the war.

Turtle Lake
1. Rationing of food –pg. 90 “The Schermers were rationing

their meat just like other patriotic Americans.”

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2. Prejudice and hatred – pg 39 “..on the white tavern wall Dear Mr. Kilmer by Anne Schraff is set against the backdrop
was a much uglier message: “DIRTY HUNS!” of World War 1. Instead of using a fictitious character, Anne
Schraff decided to use Joyce Kilmer an American poet, lecturer
3. Misguided patriotism – pg. 29 The Turtle Lake townsfolk and journalist who was born in 1908. Mr. Kilmer volunteered for
harrassing the Schermers “And some ignorant people service in the army. The protagonist, Richard Knight first learned
thought is was patriotic to harass an innocent German about Mr. Kilmer during his English class when the poem Trees
family...” was read out. In the series of correspondence between Richard
and Mr. Kilmer, we are given an insight to the bleak and grimness
Exam-based Practices of war. Its effect is one that is lasting with loss, devastation and
destruction all thrown in. In line with the topic of war, we are
Practice 1 introduced to President Wilson who wanted the war ‘to end all
wars’. While it was optimistic on the part of the President, we
In Anne Schraff’s Dear Mr. Kilmer, the person I deem to be know that his vision did not come true. There is also mention
kind is no other than the protaganist, Richard Knight. There are of the Liberty Bonds. These are war bonds sold in America to
many instances where his kindness shines through. support the allies in World War 1. This became a symbol of
In the first chapter, we see him on a hunting mission with patriotic duty in America. In the telling of the story, it is also
his father and brother where he had to shoot a buck. Instead, mentioned that the Knight family owned a Model T Ford which in
he missed his target on purpose and told his father that he felt the early 1900’s was regarded as the first affordable automobile.
that it wasn’t his right to kill an animal. This shows that the Knights were from a middle-class farming
Another instance of Richard’s kindness is shown, when family. Although the novel itself is a fiction, nevertheless, the
he helped his sister to dry the dishes. He knew that his sister historical elements included allowed me as a reader to capture
sacrificed a lot for them especially after their mother died. Hence, the time and setting of that era.
Richard offered help whenever he could to ease her burdens.
When Richard’s classmate Hannah was shunned by the Practice 4
others, Richard was the only one who signed a sympathy card
for her and delivered it when no one else would. He even wrote In Dear Mr. Kilmer, the theme of sacrifice can be found
a kind little note above his signature. He showed his kindness repeatedly. The first example of sacrifice is when we read about
when everyone else was either afraid to or did not care. Angie Knight, elder sibling of Richard Knight. We are told that at
I find these instances kind because, in the buck episode, the age of nine their mother had passed and Angie ‘had begun
Richard knew that animals should be left to live as they were taking over Ma’s jobs’. She sacrificed her education and schooling
meant to and not hunted and killed for no reason. In the case of and resigned herself to be a full-time farm woman’s life.
his sister, Richard knew that the world they lived in did not favor This theme is played out again when Mrs. Hansen urged her
women and thus offered his help. The kindest act is Richard class to sign a card for The Schermers. No one except Richard
offering his support to Hannah where he was mature enough to did. Richard did so knowing well that he would be more of an
know what is right and stood by her. ‘outsider’ to his classmates that he already was. He sacrificed
his chance to ‘fit in with other people’.
Practice 2 Hannah Schermer too had to sacrifice the coveted role of
playing Lady Liberty even though she had gotten the part fairly.
After reading Dear Mr. Kilmer by Anne Schraff, a lesson that She declined the role because she felt that being Lady Liberty
I feel is important is respect. Through the actions of some of the would cause discord among her classmates. Richard again, gave
characters in the story, we can see that respect is a value that up his role as Doughboy to support Hannah and to show her that
we should uphold. at least there was a person who cared and was not prejudiced.
When Richard’s father took him hunting, he refused to kill Towards the end of the novel, we learn of the death of
the buck. He felt that he had no right to kill an animal so fine and Joyce Kilmer – he sacrificed his time with his family and his life
wild. This shows us that Richard was in awe of nature and had to fight in the war in the hopes of making a change for the future
a respect for all living things. generation.
As a sergeant, Joyce Kilmer, the poet, who was at the
frontlines during the war, was tasked with duties that weren’t Practice 5
always pleasant. But his words, ‘I do what I have to do’, showed
that he acknowledged his duties as well as respecting his In Dear Mr. Kilmer, I feel that the character of Richard Knight
superiors and his mission to fight for a better world. is one that possesses many admirable traits. From the get go, we
World War I made the residents of Turtle Lake worried and see him in a hunting scene, purposely missing his target, as he
afraid. They acted out on their fear and showed disrespect to believes that he should not kill anything that he doesn’t absolutely
those whom they have been calling neighbours for years. The have to. Another of his admirable traits shines through when
Schermer family suffered because of this. Their tavern was he alone signed the sympathy card for his classmate Hannah.
vandalised and people questioned their loyalty for they were He knew that Hannah and her family were victims of prejudice
after all ‘Germans’ in their eyes. Richard, however, knew what and felt that no one should be picked on regardless of race or
was right and did not discriminate the Schermers. He became religion. He stood up to the class bullies Abner and Harry when
their friend. they taunted him about signing the card. Although Richard knew
The lesson of respect is important as we live in a multi-racial he was different, he did not try to change himself just to fit in. He
world, with people coming from all walks of life. We should learn was a gentle soul, preferring poetry to fighting. Despite knowing
to respect one another despite our differences in race, religion
and nationality.

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that his family as well as the entire town of Turtle Lake would Exercise 5
probably frown upon his love for writing poems, he did not stop
doing so. Instead, he started a correspondence with Joyce Kilmer, 1. A 2. B 3. C 4. A 5. B
a celebrated poet. When Hannah was shunned again for her 6. C 7. B 8. A 9. A 10. B
German heritage and had to step down from her Lady Liberty
role, Richard respected and understood her decision. He stood Exercise 6
by his friend and gave up his role as Doughboy. Hence, from his
actions, we can see that Richard truly possess many admirable 1. Kuantan isn’t the capital city of Malaysia.
traits. 2. She isn’t interested in tennis.
3. Fifi and Tim weren’t there just now.
Exercise 1 4. I am not afraid of dogs.
5. China isn’t a small country.
1. are booking 6. Jane isn’t at home as she has gone to work.
2. are being 7. He was not surprised to see me.
3. is thinking 8. Jordin and Lisa aren’t sisters. They are best friends.
4. is skating 9. They aren’t talking to each other.
5. are blocking 10. Rome is not in France.
6. am making
7. is leaving Exercise 7
8. am changing
9. is riding 1. mine
10. is raining 2. hers
3. his
Exercise 2 4. mine
5. ours
1. I am (not) washing my clothes 6. his
2. It is (not) shining outside. 7. hers
3. I am (not) sitting on the sofa. 8. theirs
4. They are (not) preparing for the trip. 9. ours
5. She is (not) wearing her makeup. 10. hers
6. I am (not) listening to the radio.
7. They are (not) picking strawberries. Exercise 8
8. He is (not) reading the newspaper.
9. I am (not) eating an apple. 1. their, mine
10. It is (not) dancing.
2. yours
Exercise 3 3. my, our
4. yours
1. has 5. my, mine
2. knows, lives, works 6. our, hers
3. are 7. her, mine
4. have 8. His, hers
5. are 9. Their, my
6. was 10. My, hers, his
7. was
8. keeps Exercise 9
9. begins, ends
10. Does, speaks 1. to see
2. Waving
Exercise 4 3. ticking
4. to play
1. has spent 5. completed
2. has been trying 6. polished
3. has been driving 7. to live
4. has fallen 8. blooming
5. has written 9. setting
6. has been thinking 10. tell
7. has not taken
8. have forgotten Exercise 10
9. Have, seen
10. has run 1. firmly
2. madly
3. securely
4. closely
5. immediately

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6. greedily 1. unruly
7. broadly 2. tremble
8. unsteadily 3. ferocious
9. quietly 4. vulnerable
10. impatiently 5. scarce
6. safeguard
Exercise 1 7. refreshing
8. unemployed
COMP L I C A T E DR 9. discourage
10. affluent
I APCL LENKGEE
Exercise 4
VGU A SOC B H B E P
1. rude
I HKTPPUCPCDU 2. jump
3. standing
LMR L I A J GMV K T 4. grope
5. relish
I LEALOTUHAL A 6. yell
7. neigh
SO I V EMNRE EOT 8. scramble
9. submit
EEO I ABAU I SE I 10. view

L THRE ATENODO Exercise 5

MAND A T OR Y R T N When I was young, I sometimes spotted scaly, colourful
lizards moving in the hedges and running up the trunks of coconut
I K AWT B U A K E N R trees in the garden behind my house. I wasn’t afraid of them
until one of my friends told me they were ‘bloodsuckers’. He said
ESSENT I AL I OY they would suck their victims’ blood and they specially liked the
blood of young boys my age. I actually believed him and began
1. caution to fear these creatures. Seeing them would send shivers down
2. deed my spine and would make me run away for dear life. This silly
3. patriot phobia continued for quite a while. I came to know that it was
4. mandatory just a prank when I turned sixteen.
5. civilised
6. plough Exercise 6
7. sore
8. threaten Exclamation
9. reputation
10. essential P X FOH I N ABNMP
11. rival XQUPC L I AKQEO
12. complicated PCMAHURR AYQB
H UWS C UQ E D L Y P
Exercise 2 EOOEDRHE YR AK
1. fake, imitation WO R F A R T E NWB S
2. get hold of, grab F X BOOD ZGZ PQE
3. plain, unembellished N C B OU RMMBWK Y
4. mirror, imitate FNOPEDCS I B T A
5. admit, own up Z CD S R T D AGS R Z
6. overcome, defeat S A R N P J J QWT H G
7. aware, mindful MD LOAS F T J GP A
8. suitable, fitting
9. subtle, gentle
10. extra, surplus
11. expenditure, cost
12. abandonment, disregard

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1. night Choral speaking is another activity that the students feel
2. knew should be part of the English Week activities. According to the
3. sale reason given, choral speaking teaches them to work in harmony
4. maid as a group and at the same time enable them to improve their
5. sum pronunciation, enunciation and rhythm.
6. knead While so far, the favored activities seem to be based on
7. write spoken activities, one that seem to be different from the rest is
8. bail charades. About 15% of the students felt that charades would be
9. fare entertaining as they would enable them to test their non-speaking
10. whole skills, that is to get the message across by way of signals,
11. waive gestures and signs. The last activity with 5 % polling for it, is a
12. prey karaoke competition. Most wrote the reason for their choice as
13. hoarse fun.
14. heal The survey conducted has indeed given us relevant
15. feat information needed to make this year’s English Week a great
16. hangar success. The top 5 activities to be carried out should be based
17. duel on the survey as they are chosen by the students themselves.
18. sun The committee members and I will wait for your advice regarding
19. here this matter in the next meeting.
20. route
Reported by:
SPM Model Test Ritish Manoo
President of the English Club
Paper 1
Section A : Directed Writing Section B : Continuous Writing

To: Puan Jamilah Abu Bakar (Teacher-Advisor of SMK Bukit 1. If you became extremely rich, what would you do with your
Medan English Club) wealth? Explain your choices.
Introduction
Survey Findings: Possible Activities To Be Carried Out • “Money makes the world go round” – essentially means
During English Week 2019 that – money is important – it is a necessity – modern
life
A survey was conducted throughout Secondary 1 – 5 to • may not solve everything – but – in reality - solves – a
find out about the kinds of activities that students of SMK Bukit lot of problems
Medan would like to see organized during the English Week this • if wishes came true - if I became extremely rich – let’s
year. The aim is to allow the English Club to better organize the say strike the lottery – so many things – wish – hope – to
event and ensure that as many students as possible would be do
able to join activities and have fun at the same time. The survey Body
was carried on 9 April 2019. A questionnaire was given to each • come from a farming family – work part time to help
student whereby they would tick the top 5 activities in order of parents – if I became very rich – get myself and my
preference on the list. In all, a total of 900 questionnaires were siblings – educated – prestigious universities – a degree
received back out of the 1100 given. – education important – something to lean back on –
Suprisingly, the most popular activity, with 35%, favoured times become bad – money is hard earned – easily spent
by the students was to present a drama based on the play or • give my parents a comfortable life – no more toiling in
novel learned at school. Many find that merely reading the text the hot fields – buy them a house – live in comfort – take
hardly gave them insights to the characters or plotline. Students them to all corners of the earth – travel the world – go
believe that by putting on a drama, they will be able to further places – never imagine would set foot on
understand the characters and story. The committee members • not forget – my roots – contribute to society - help those
and I are in agreement that each class should put up their own in similar situations or in poverty – children - open a
drama to allow them to explore the literature on their own. The school and support their education – offer scholarships
best drama from each form will be presented during the prize- – have brighter future – offer a chance for them – do
giving ceremony at the end of the English Week. something they can be proud of
The second highest activity ticked off the questionnaire, coming • in my own country – medical expenses can be frightening
at 25% was public speaking. Students belive that this will help – rich – no worries – seek treatment in the most
to improve their communication skills. They believe that learning expensive hospitals – what about the poor – government
how to speak well will help them in their future scholarship and hospital – filled to the brim everyday – not all can be
job interviews, treated – with money – built special hospitals solely
catered to the poor – hire qualified doctors, nurses –
medicine and treatment – affordable
Conclusion
• it would be a dream come true – have great wealth –
determine to not let it – get to my head – selfish – instead
– set the things I said I would in motion

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 English  Form 5 KBSM  Answers • once – Maya was supposed to play the part of a clown
during a trip to an orphanage – orphans been told
• aim – utilize – wealth – not only – personal gain – but beforehand – very excited – Maya practised her jokes
– help the society at large – make wise decision – help and performance in front of Tanya – days leading up to
– society – less fortunate – if – became extremely rich the visit – so much so – Tanya knew every trick, word
and expression – but she would never perform in front
2. It is important to take steps and keep our environment of a crowd
clean. Do you agree? Give reasons to support your view.
Introduction • day before visit – Maya fell ill – doctor – bedrest – I – wits
• earth is our home – for the past few decades – getting a end – programme organizer for the trip – Maya – had
lot warmer – facing climate change – due – our careless a lightbulb moment – persuade Tanya to take her place
ways – no one would be the wiser – I pointed out – only their
• convenience of our modern life – results in consequences looks could deceive people – mannerisms – only could
– dirtying our environment – pollution – overusing tell straight away – one was not the other
resources etc.
• agree – time – step up – try to save earth – keep the • Tanya steadfastly refused – no way – in front of a crowd
environment clean – Maya pleaded – pointed out – Tanya knew all aspects
Body of her performance – reluctantly agreed
• a clean environment – is - one – free of unwanted matter
– pollutants – gasses – aware – most cities – polluted • day came – Tanya’s turn – froze in front of the crowd – I
air – water held a recorded message of encouragement from Maya
• clean environment – clean air, water, land and energy – – Tanya – outdid herself – became Maya to a T – no one
as we ourselves – cannot live amidst waste was the wiser – of the switch
• why is a clean environment important – essential to
healthy living – pollutants – toxins affect health – air Conclusion
pollution – contributes – respiratory and heart problems • everyone enjoyed themselves – orphans were not
– water pollution – reproductive problems (how many
women/men have a time trying to conceive – need disappointed – Tanya was proud of herself- high-fived
medical intervention) Maya when she returned home – till this day – no one
• greenhouse gases emitted – cause global warming – knew of the switch except me – deception well done
bring about climate change – uncertain weather patterns
and increase of natural disasters – also affect health – 4. Write a story of a dog that saved a toddler’s life. Begin
our natural resources (water, forests etc.) your story with:
• clean environment – ensures – future generation – may
live to enjoy it – do we want them to live in a polluted “It was a day like every other day. There was no inkling of
environment – no natural resources – living on exhausted what was to come….”
land Introduction
• hence – important – steps to be taken – keep environment • It was a day like every other day. There was no inkling
clean – many things we can do – start recycling – reduce of what was to come – parents came back from work
waste – reduce carbon footprints – usual routine – take a walk around the park – mom –
Conclusion take – Jenny – my younger sister – aged 2 in her pram
• this – achieved – understand – our responsibility – realise Body
it is everyone’s duty – not only the health, environment • arrive – I took off – skateboard – in search of friends –
or government organizations – duty ours – step up to whilst dad – headed down the jogging path with a jaunty
address the issue – start to take steps towards solving wave – mom sat on a bench – feeding Jenny – dinner
the problem – instead of waiting for others • suddenly - heard – mom shouting – seemed distressed –
asked - seen Jenny – explained – took Jenny out of her
3. Write a story in which your friends carried out a deception. pram – stretch – turned around to keep food container
In your story, give details of the deception and the reason – blink of an eye – Jenny nowhere to be found
it was played out. • feeling – panic – washed over me – sought dad out
Introduction – started to look high and low – suddenly head a
• years ago – friends – twins – Maya and Tanya – alike commotion near the lake – dashed over – see someone
as two peas in a pod – same class – often mistaken had fallen in – shocked – realised - Jenny
for one another – to this day – hard to tell - if only by • another splash could be hear – huge German Shepherd
appearance – jumped into the lake - paddled into the Jenny – gently
Body grabbed Jenny by the collar of her shirt – paddled back
• though alike – different interests – different as night and to shore
day – all aspects except looks -Maya – girl guide/ sporty/ • Jenny seemed unconscious – dog licked and nudged
outspoken – Tanya – Red Cross Society/ girly/quiet Jenny until she came to
• classmates could identify – talking to them – Maya – • grateful and stunned – dog saved my sister’s life -
talks in a direct manner – Tanya – more subtle in her thanked owner – took address – tended to Jenny
approach Conclusion
• week later – visited – German Shepherd – called Atlas
– learned – retired rescue dog – worked for a Search
and Rescue unit
• often – visit Atlas – thankful – right place at the right
time – saved sister’s life

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English  Form 5 KBSM  Answers 

5. Describe your first time on a plane. You should write about Section C
your feelings and experience before and during that flight. 26. (a) (i) It was a hot sticky summer’s day.
Introduction (ii) The sound of a lonesome locust hum.
• I remember – my first time on a plane – I was six years
old – we were travelling abroad for the first time – (b) The author was heading down about a mile from the
Australia farmhouse to get the mail.
• it was a red-eye flight – late night flight from KLIA – arrival
Kingsford Smith, Sydney – wee hours of the morning 27. (a) would hamper the author because she might want to
Body: skip the rocks on the river or wade in the spring branch.
• suffice to say – over the moon – having never been on Carrying it would prove burdensome.
a plane – any experience I had – from movies
• set off after dinner – took the airport limo – all five of us (b) Appendage
cramped into the front and back – our luggage at the 28. (a) She wanted to humour her grandmother by filling the
back
• reached the airport – checked in – pass through bucket with something.
immigration – long queue – remember mom saying – (b) The clump of peppermint gave off a strong smell which
lucky – to be early
• took the Aerotrain – main terminal – took two travellators seemed to cool down the day.
to reach our gate – saw our plane – through the huge
windows – stared in awe at the smartly dressed pilots 29. This was true because carrying bucket with the intent to
and flight attendants put something in it before going home allowed the author
• time to board the plane – butterflies in my stomach to observe the surroundings and details around her that
– showed boarding pass – walked into the plane – she never seem to notice before.
remember – slightly disappointed – seats were smaller
than shown in the movies – still - overjoyed – sitting next 30. Reaction: Surprised
to the window
• time to take off – listened intently to the safety procedures Reason: This was because it didn’t dawn on her that
– seatbelts on – closed my eyes – nervous – plane carrying the bucket along with her was her grandmother’s
rumbled on the taxiway – groaned and grated – felt a plan to get her to observe and revel in what nature has to
light lift off – looked outside – amazed – up in the air – offer.
the airport like miniature Lego buildings
• spent the rest of the time watching movies – listening to 31. (Suggested answer)
music – served supper – played games – occasionally
– peeked outside – fell asleep When I returned from the mailbox, there were a few
Conclusion
• woke up as – plane prepared to land – held tightly to the ripe pokeberries in it. I picked enough to fill my bucket
armrest – braced for landing – a little rough-rumble-tyre
touched the runway – relaxed – seat belt sign off and gave them to my delighted grandmother. I set out the
• first experience – unforgettable one – have been on
many flights since then – the first one is the one I’ll next day, bucket in hand again. I set it down a little farther
always remember
than before. I spied a clump of aromatic peppermint which

I hadn’t noticed before. Picking a bucketful, I returned

home. Over the next few weeks, the bucket was my daily

companion. Then, I began to be aware of things such as

a jewel weed in bloom, a neglected oriole’s nest on an

elm limb, the migration of monarch butterflies like vivid

orange will-o’wisps flying languidly in the wind. It felt like

my observations allowed me to emerge from a coccoon,

breaking free into airy flight. (131 words)

Paper 2 Section D
32. (a) A curious tone is suggested here.
Section A (b) She did not want the persona (her child) to see her

1. C 2. C 3. D 4. A 5. A crying.
8. D 9. C 10. B (c) The voices could be Lulu and the persona’s mother
6. B 7. C 13. A 14. D 15. B
arguing.
11. B 12. D (d) Answer: No, she shouldn’t.
Reason: There wouldn’t be any use pretending
Section B
nothing had happened as her child clearly noticed
16. quality that his/her sibling Lulu was gone.
17. benefits
18. misconceptions 33. Dear Mr. Kilmer
19. green The scene in Dear Mr. Kilmer that captured my
20. faeces
21. location attention is the one when Richard received news of Joyce
22. Layer Kilmer’s death and began reading the news article entitled,
23. damp “Beloved American Poet Killed in Battle”. The news article
24. Turn described the events leading up to Kilmer’s death depicted
25. Use the harsh reality of war and how brave soldiers had to
endure and survive in severe conditions of the environment.
It also showed that Kilmer although a poet by profession
was willing to risk his life to fight the war and how he came
to be respected by his war buddies. Kilmer’s buddies knew
of his famous poem ‘Trees’ and saw it fitting for him to be

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 English  Form 5 KBSM  Answers Sing to the Dawn
In Sing to the Dawn, the scene that captured my
buried under one. Unfortunately no a tree could be found
standing in the war torn land and so Kilmer had to be attention was Dawan’s final scene with her grandmother.
buried near a tree stump in France. It was a poignant and It was then that it really dawned on Dawan that she was
heart wrenching moment for me. It was also this scene finally leaving her home and her comforts behind as she
whereby Richard slowly acknowledged and realized that ventures out to seek a new life for herself. I felt this scene
his correspondent buddy no longer existed in the world. captured the very essence of a grandmother’s love for
her grandchild. She knew that Dawan was nervous and
Captain Nobody became her wall of calm, dispensing valuable advice
There are many scenes which are entertaining in a gentle manner that soothed Dawan’s nerves. Her
carefully thought out gift of a lotus bud in a jar, just about
in Dean Pitchford’s Captain Nobody but the scene to unfold is especially meaningful. She tells Dawan that
which captured my attention is the one where Newt’s life has always been an endless unfolding and that one
shenanigans as Captain Nobody came to light all over should not be afraid of that. The lotus bud symbolizes
the TV channels. It was amusing to see Newt’s parents Dawan herself as she unfolds her wings and takes
switch from one emotion to another. First, they were flight to a new world. It was a touching scene between
proud that he was involved in the most daring rescue grandmother and granddaughter and one that allows
in Appleton history. Then, they were worried sick when Dawan to find peace and acceptance within her. That is
they arrived at the water tower just in time to see him fall why out of the many scenes this is the one that stands
and indignant when they learned about the robbery and out to me the most.
freeway episode. This scene speaks out to me because
throughout the course of the novel, this to me is the only
time that Newt’s parents ever gave him a 100% attention.
Of course, with all the worrying about Chris’s condition,
it is not surprising to see the direction of their attention.
However, it was satisfying for me as a reader to see that
Newt finally had some attention lavished on him and
that he was no longer just known as Chris Newman’s
younger brother.

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