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UNIT
6 Introduction to Writing
Important tips
SMART
SMART SCOPE 1 Paper 2 of the SPM English 1119 consists of questions on the following:
Paper 2
How to master each exam
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Part 1 Part 2 Part 3
Contains guidelines on each Short communicative Guided writing Continuous writing section or language skill
message (extended writing task)
exam section or language skill Respond to a Expand short notes Writing based
letter/email and/or based on graphic on a number of
stimulus given tasks/topics given
English Unit 8 Directed/Guided Writing
Important Tips
2 The student will be tested on the following writing skills:
Study the notes and/or pictorial stimulus provided.
Using appropriate language Skill in explaining concepts/
with correct grammar ideas/processes
Elaborate on the notes or information with examples.
Skill in comparing
Using a wide range of Remember to use all the notes or information provided.
vocabulary and expressions and contrasting ideas
Skill in establishing cause
Using correct mechanics ESSENTIAL and effect relationship You may add relevant information to make your writing more interesting.
(correct spelling, WRITING
punctuation, etc.) SKILLS Skill in responding to
Link your points or paragraphs together with the use of sentence
Skill in developing linear and non-linear texts connectors, e.g. Next, Meanwhile, Afterwards, Therefore, Finally, etc.
ideas and paragraphs
English Unit 2 Text Completion (Rational Cloze) Skill in accessing,
collating, organising and
Important Tips Skill in writing an introduction How to Tackle a Cloze Test presenting information You are to write between 125 and 150 words in an appropriate style.
Skill in drafting,
and an ending (conclusion)
revising and editing
1 First read the passage right through to get a general idea of what Read passage right through
it is about. 8.1 Writing an Essay based on Group Discussion
2 Then read the passage again to answer the questions. Fill in blanks one by one
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UNIT 3 When choosing the answer for each numbered blank, read the Introduction
2 relevant part of the passage. Look at words before and 1 In this part, you are required to write an essay or an article based on a group discussion or
4 Pay special attention to the words or sentence preceding the blank words after the blanks notes given.
and also the words or sentence after the blank. 2 You are to write the answer in 125–150 words in an appropriate style.
Example Choose smartly: Tips on writing an essay or article based on notes given
– correct part of speech
Sentence preceding the blank – same tense UNIT 1 Use the notes provided.
8 2 Elaborate on the notes with more details and examples.
If you have never ridden a bicycle or do not enjoy good health, 3 Keep one main point to one paragraph where possible.
the ride. Problems or complications are not Sentence after the blank 4 Give suitable reasons for your point of view.
worth it. 5 Use link words, sentence connectors, phrasal verbs, short idiomatic phrases, etc.
A value
B imagine 6 Provide a suitable title for your essay if possible.
C remember Sample Practice
D forget
Example Comment and Answer Write you answer in 125–150 words in an appropriate style.
The sentence before the blank and the sentence after the blank provide
you an idea about the right answer. Option A (value) doesn’t fit in Your class has been discussing how to improve the atmosphere and the surroundings in your school.
at all. Neither is option B (imagine) nor option C (remember). The Write an essay about what can be done and how much to spend on it.
logical answer is option D (forget). English Unit 1 Short Texts and Graphic Materials In your essay, you should write about:
Question example or 5 The word you have chosen must ‘fit’ in with the other words so that 1.3 Understanding Short Texts, Notices, Dialogues, Reports, etc. • what should be done, e.g. mural painting, landscaping with small gardens and planting more trees
• which part of the school are the activities to be done
• how much budget you need
the completed text makes sense. UNIT 1 In this section, you will be tested on the understanding of short texts and notices or
common signs.
sample practice with Example 1 2 In the short texts, you may be tested on the vocabulary too. Write your essay using all the notes and giving reasons for your point of view.
are
many
There
possible words for the
The rhino’s breeding has to be determined so Sample 1: Short Text 242
blank, like ‘time’, ‘habit’,
‘pattern’, ‘cycle’, etc.
comment and answer that the vets can decide when rhinos can stay in the paddock for USEFUL Tips
display and when the facility has to be closed for breeding.
A circle Local mooncake producers should export their seasonal delicacy • First read the short text or
to take advantage of the high prices for them in foreign countries.
B circulation Their efforts would enable them to earn foreign exchange and notice to get a general idea.
C cycle assist in the country’s economic downturn. It is reported that • Then read the question to find
out what is asked.
D cyclone the cost of mooncakes in Hong Kong, Singapore and Australia is • Then check the short text or
Comment and Answer more than 100 per cent higher than the local price. notice again to find out the
correct answer to the question.
What is being referred to is the breeding habit of the rhino that is Example USEFUL TIPS
regularly repeated. Therefore the logical answer is C (cycle).
Local producers are encouraged to export mooncakes
A to get a higher profit. Useful Vocabulary
6 Ensure that the word you have chosen is of the correct part of speech B to push up the prices in local markets.
when it becomes part of the text. C to help improve the quality of mooncakes. • delicacy
D to prevent the country’s economic downturn. a very special type of food
• downturn
38 Comment and Answer a fall or slowdown Useful tips to answer
The question requires you to pick out the option which is the reason in economy
for exporting mooncakes. Option A is one of the reasons (perhaps • foreign exchange
the system of exchanging
the main reason) for exporting mooncakes, so it is the answer. the money of a country with the question
Option B is obviously not the reason; neither are options C and D. that of another country
Sample 2: Dialogue
“Jenny, shall we go to the mall tomorrow? I need to buy a new pair
of shoes.” USEFUL Tips
“Oh Wan Bee. Why can’t you order online? Try not to expose Read the conversation carefully.
yourself in public especially during the CMCO.” Make sure you know who is
“I’m not sure of the size. What if I receive the wrong size?” going to buy and who is advising.
Example
Pick the correct answer. Useful
A Wan Bee discourages Jenny from going to the mall. Vocabulary
B Wan Bee does not know how to buy shoes online. • online
C Jenny advises Wan Bee not to go out unnecessarily. using the Internet to order
a product
Comment and Answer • CMCO
A is incorrect as it is Jenny who discourages Wan Bee. B is not Conditional Movement
correct as we are not sure whether Wan Bee knows how to use Control Order
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online. C is correct as it is the advice for Wan Bee.
Practice 9
You received an email from your friend, Amran.
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New Email
Hi Din,
English Unit 10 Grammar and Vocabulary How about taking a break by going for an outing? I’m actually planning for one on Merdeka
2 The Present Continuous Day. A few of us including you can go together. Do you think we should go for a hike or a
Usage Example picnic? If so, what shall we bring? Any special preparation? I’ll be waiting for your reply.
(a) To show an action that is happening now • Dad is sleeping at the moment. Bye,
• The plumber is repairing the pipe now. Amran
(b) To show an action that is often repeated • He is always arguing with us about freedom.
• Roy is always talking about his project. Now write an email in about 80 words to respond to your friend.
(c) To express a future action which has • We are eating out this evening. Useful Vocabulary
been planned • Matthew is leaving for Canada tonight. USEFUL Tips
(d) To show an action happening about this • Our soccer team is playing against Thailand. Introduction : Give an affirmative reply • timely suggestion
• a time to unwind and to meet up
time but may not be at the moment of • Joanne is conducting a seminar in Penang. Paragraph 1 : Compare the two spots – pros and cons – budget, • a picnic – relaxing, fun,
mode of transport, food, etc.
fellowship
conversation Paragraph 2 : Make a final choice – give suitable reasons; • hiking – more challenging,
common errors thoughts, senses, etc. at the present. • I am feeling great after a good sleep. Conclusion : To see all of them for a happy outing • sense of achievement
(e) To express your feelings, emotions, • We are thinking of the incident again.
confirm date, time and where to meet
exciting, adventurous
• I’m afraid Theeba is imagining again.
3 The Present Perfect Practice 10
Usage Example UNIT You received an email from your friend, Esther.
(a) To show an action that has completed • Aida has sent the form to us. 7 New Email
Common wrong grammar (b) To show an action that started in the • We have known the manager for five years. Hi Mylene,
• Nor has passed her driving test.
past and is still continuing • Sheila has left her hometown for sometime. I know that you are involved in recycling with a recycling centre. I’m thinking of starting a
usage and its correct usage (c) Used in the passive voice • The case has been reported to the police. recycling activity in my school. Our Club wants to promote awareness to conserve our
• The news has been banned.
environment. Please tell me how to go about it. What are the items suitable for recycling?
Looking forward to your advice.
4 The Present Perfect Continuous
Usage Example Regards,
Esther
(a) To show an action which started in the • The writer has been writing his
past and is still continuing autobiography for the past few months. Now write an email in response to your friend’s queries in about 80 words.
(b) Used to show a repeated action • The telephone has been ringing since USEFUL Tips Useful Vocabulary
this morning.
Introduction : Congratulate Esther for taking up recycling; • a noble idea
Common give some encouragement • to reduce global warming
separate them; pack in bags or tie them up
• to promote environment awareness
UNIT Wrong Usage Correct Usage Paragraph 1 : Inform her how to start: collect items; • to conserve natural resources
10 1 I’m afraid I am having a cold now. ✓ I’m afraid I have a cold now. Paragraph 2 : Information on how to sell the items – once • biodegrable and non-biodegradable
a month – recycling contractor
• solving problem of landfill
2 Nita is walking to school every day. ✓ Nita walks to school every day. Conclusion : Hope/wish her success • create awareness useful vocabulary
3 Don’t disturb Raja. He does his homework at ✓ Don’t disturb Raja. He is doing his
the moment. homework at the moment. 240
4 Have you ever ate this fruit before? ✓ Have you ever eaten this fruit before?
5 Lazarus left the company for sometime. ✓ Lazarus has left the company for sometime.
6 Don’t worry. The show is starting in a few ✓ Don’t worry. The show starts in a few Suggested words/phrases in
minutes’ time. minutes’ time.
answering the question
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English Unit 5 Information Transfer
Sample SPM Question
Read the film reviews below and answer the questions that follow.
A – The Extraordinary Sword
A wile and wicked woman warrior, Lin Hui, believes in drinking human blood to increase Formative zone
sample spm question amazing fighting prowess. She decides to make him her next victim. Starring Linda Mui,
her inner strength. She learns about Ming’s possession of an extraordinary sword and his
Eve Green and Sean Williams.
B – A Driver in Disguise
This hilarious movie revolves around a tour bus driver who disguises himself as a hot-shot Set of practices to
Question example writer in order to woo an up-and-coming Hollywood actress. It’s a comedy of errors all
along. Find out what happens in the end. Starring Jenny Fenn, Jim Piven and Job White.
UNIT strengthen mastery of
in SPM format with 5 C – The Genetic Race
Imagine a world where one’s life is determined by genetic engineering. The wealthy get the subsection/sub-skill
comment and answer to choose the genetic race of perfect specimens known as ‘Valids’ while ‘In-Valids’ are the
natural-born majority viewed as inferior to the pre-planned perfect specimens. Starring
Ethan Hawke and Uma Thurman.
D – Ruby
This musical features Ruby as Asia’s Artist for the month of September. It highlights some of Unit 3 Reading Comprehension English
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her most popular video clips. Ruby’s fans are reminded not to miss this one-hour show at
11 a.m. and 7 p.m. on 9 September.
3.2
For Practice 1 to Practice 5, fill in the brackets with ‘M’ for main idea, ‘D’ for supporting details, and ‘X’
E – A Boy’s Childhood for irrelevant information.
Well-meaning saga of a boy’s childhood in a close-knit African-American community on Practice 1
the Mississippi Delta, spanning from the 40’s to the early 60’s. Starring Abe Freeman,
Susan Wood and Isaac Hayes. Petty thefts are quite common in flats. You may have to keep the door locked and windows closed
all the times. Your bicycles or motorcycles parked on the ground floor may be vandalised or stolen.
Your clothes or shoes may mysteriously vanish. UNIT
1 Petty crimes are common in flats. [ ] 3
F – The Hidden World 2 Bicycles or motorcycles may be stolen. [ ]
An introduction to the spectacular rainforests of Malaysia with the amazing diversity of
animals, birds and plant life. The jungles are impenetrable. A must for all nature lovers. 3 Petty cash is always missing. [ ]
4 Clothes or shoes may be missing. [ ]
5 Doors and windows are vandalised. [ ]
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Do you know how much of the vitamins and mineral content of food is lost in cooking? According
to a nutrition specialist, the amount varies widely. Minerals are quite stable in cooking and their loss
may be quite negligible. However, different vitamins are likely to be lost in varying proportions,
depending on the duration of cooking the food.
1 Vitamins and minerals are important for health. [ ]
2 Loss of vitamins and mineral content of food in cooking. [ ]
3 Different vitamins are likely to be lost in different proportions in cooking. [ ]
4 Loss of minerals in cooking is negligible. [ ]
5 Loss of vitamins depends on the time of cooking. [ ]
Practice 3
Organising a wedding reception or a party for about 300 or more guests can be very taxing and
time-consuming. The list of guests, the invitation cards, the menu, the number of tables and the reply
slips are some of the never-ending tasks that need to be thrashed out. It would be particularly taxing
if you are the bride and groom to be.
1 Organising a wedding party can be very exciting. [ ]
2 The list of guests to be invited is never-ending. [ ]
3 Organising a wedding reception can be taxing and time-consuming. [ ]
4 Organising a wedding reception can be taxing for the couple concerned. [ ]
English Unit 4 Matching (Gapped Texts) 5 It is a matter of time-management to organise a function. [ ]
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Practice 1
Questions 1–6
Further practices to You are going to read an article about Lan and his new job as a drone pilot. Six sentences have been
removed from the article. Choose from the sentences A to H the one which fits each gap (1 to 6). There are
two extra sentences which you do not need to use. Write your answers in the boxes provided.
enhance mastery of the Lan quit his job to return to his family home in Yan, Kedah. His parents were farmers but they
had stopped working in the paddy field because of ill health. (1) However, unexpectedly he was
overall section/skill 4 given a new job as a drone pilot.
UNIT
The 24-year-old enthusiast of remote control gadgetry had never imagined having a job
which would be in line with his hobbies. Moreover, he would be able to work close to home.
(2) “After I returned to look after my parents, I heard from friends that a cooperative was looking
for a drone operator, so I applied and was appointed. I never regret quitting my former job. (3) ”
Lan was one of six successful candidates chosen from a pool of thirty applicants to fly the drones
for the purposes of spraying fertilisers and insecticides over the paddy fields. Lan and his fellow young
pilots have jointly made modifications to the drone including battery usage, based on the size of
the paddy field being attended to. (4) They are sprinkled over the fields, with an average plot
measuring about two hectares.
Lan is among the first few pilots of the cooperative. He has operated various drones including the
spm model paper model used for paddy farm in the area. (5) These pilots have learnt to control the flying altitude
of the equipment and to operate the drone from 6.30 a.m. to 11.00 a.m., and 5.00 p.m. to midnight,
when insects are active.
“Many people have asked me why I am working in the paddy field when I have a diploma.
(6) It’s so rewarding to work close to nature. I enjoy every minute of my job. The pay is good
SPM-format test on reading too,” explained Lan.
A He could now look after his elderly parents as well.
and use of English, writing, B You can say that I was very lucky.
C His intention was to care for his parents.
D Life in the village is rewarding.
speaking and listening E They are not aware of the nature of my work.
F These changes have enabled the drones to carry an optimum amount of fertilisers or insecticides.
G It requires two pilots a time to carry out the task.
H They are well-looked after by the cooperative.
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SPM MODEL PAPER listening recording
Paper 1
Part 1
Questions 1 to 8 English Unit 11 Oral English Provided as audio in QR code
Read the text carefully in each question. Choose the best answer A, B or C. For each question, circle the
correct answer A, B or C. Tips in listening
and text in Answers
1 To make your listening skills more effective, you may use the following techniques:
Pristine beaches for nature lovers!
Pulau Besar is a magnificent island with coral reefs 1 The extract from a brochure is ideal for (a) Be ready to listen
Listening for information is different from listening to music for pleasure or enjoyment.
and crystal-clear water for every kind of water sport. A students to carry out nature study.
There is a whole wide range of activities for the B tourists who enjoy crystal-clear Therefore, you have to direct all your attention to the reader or speaker.
adventurous and those who love nature. You may water. (b) Put aside all your feelings or thoughts
like to take part in an exciting round the island tour, C those interested in ecotourism. This will help you not to lose your focus on what you are supposed to listen.
or just be close to nature with a guided hike. (c) Listen actively
Active listening involves you in the process of determining the right meaning of what is said.
It includes questioning and paraphrasing.
(d) Good listening
KUALA LUMPUR: The Government is launching
SPM MODEL PAPER three types of imported fruits—durians, longan, A not to sell imported fruits. 2 Steps involved in listening:
2 Fruit sellers have been advised
Good listening requires full concentration throughout. Do not let your mind wander.
operations to check sulphur dioxide poisoning in
B not to use sulphur dioxide
and lychees. Fruit sellers and importers are advised
as preservatives.
Listening ˜ Processing ˜ Understanding ˜ Interpreting ˜ Evaluating ˜ Responding
against using sulphur dioxide, which is banned as a
C against importing foreign fruits.
preservative. Meanwhile, the public is advised not to
buy or consume the three imported fruits mentioned
above. Local fruits are however not affected.
Go for domestic tourism!! Part 1 Sample SPM Question
It is really sad that many Malaysian tourists Examples 1–7
have been to various countries overseas but
not attractive destinations within the country. 3 To promote domestic tourism,
To promote domestic tourism, our hotel pricing A hoteliers need to hike up prices. You will hear people talking in seven different situations. For questions 1 to 7, choose the correct answer
needs to be more affordable. More campaigns B Malaysians need to be patriotic. (A, B, or C).
should be carried out to promote local tourism. C much upgrading is to be done. You will hear each recording twice. Answer all the questions.
Of course, the Government needs to upgrade Comment and Answer
local places of interest which include improving
the basic facilities. 1 Both the speakers agree that many fresh Option A is not the answer.
Patriotic graduates in Malaysia have The speakers didn’t talk about it. Option B is
A a good command of written English. wrong. It’s difficult for them to get jobs because of
“Molly, let your child do things for himself 4 Both mothers are of the opinion that B found jobs easily in the private sector. their poor command of spoken English.
whenever possible. At his age, he wants to children C a poor command of spoken English. The answer is C.
be in control of his own activities.” A should be role models. 2 According to Ms Green, what drives her to All three options are possible but Ms Green did
“You’re right, Jenny. I also feel that we
should give the child the opportunities to B should be given the freedom to do writing is mention about ‘passion’.
do more self-care. He should also help out their own things. A her passion. The answer is option A.
in daily chores.” C should be self-taught. B the inspiration that she gets.
C her love for travelling.
392 3 According to the report, residents staying The expression ‘in shivers’ means ‘in fear’. The
on the foothills residents were in fear of landslides with the rock
A have been having nightmares. coming off.
UNIT
11 B have been living in fear of landslide. Answer: B
C have been living precariously.
4 Organisers of telematches should ensure Option B is not the answer as it is not the
that they are objective. Neither is C. Telematches are meant for
A challenging enough for the participants. easy participation.
B easily participated. The answer is option B.
C a test of skill and physical strength.
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CONTENTS
Revision Revision
Date Date
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Unit 1 Short Texts and Unit 4 Matching (Gapped Texts) 156
Graphic Materials 1
Smart Scope 156
Smart Scope 1
Important Tips 156
1.1 Understanding Advertisements 1
Summative Zone 158
1.2 Understanding Graphs, Charts, Tables, 8
Manuals, Maps and Brochures
Unit 5 Information Transfer
1.3 Understanding Short Texts, Notices, 175
Dialogues, Reports, etc. 16
Smart Scope 175
Summative Zone 20
Important Tips 175
Summative Zone 178
Unit 2 Text Completion
(Rational Cloze) 37 Unit 6 Introduction to Writing 210
Smart Scope 37 Smart Scope 210
Important Tips 38 Important Tips 211
Summative Zone 41 Writing Skills:
6.1 Obtaining/Outlining Main Points 211
Unit 3 Reading Comprehension 66 or Ideas
6.2 Expanding Main Ideas or Points
Smart Scope 66 into Paragraphs 212
Comprehension Skills: 6.3 Writing an Introduction 215
3.1 Skills in Skimming and Scanning 66 6.4 Writing a Conclusion 217
for Information 6.5 Using Appropriate Language with
3.2 Skills in Identifying Main Ideas and Correct Grammar, Vocabulary 224
Supporting Details 69 and Expressions
3.3 Skills in Obtaining Meanings of Words 74 6.5.1 Sentence structure 224
from Context 6.5.2 Use of sentence connectors 226
3.4 Skills in Making Predictions 79 6.5.3 Use of phrasal combinations
3.5 Skills in Making Inferences 82 of verb + preposition and 227
adjective + preposition
3.6 Skills in Drawing Conclusions 85
6.5.4 Use of infinitives, gerunds
3.7 Skills in Reading Critically and participles
(Making Appraisals) 88 A Infinitives and Gerunds 229
3.8 SPM Practice for Reading 90 B Participles 230
Comprehension
6.5.5 Use of figurative and idiomatic
Summative Zone 94 expressions and proverbs 231
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Revision 10.1 The Present Tense 307
Date
Unit 7 Writing a Communicative 10.2 The Past Tense 310
Message 232 10.3 The Future Tense 313
10.4 Articles 314
Smart Scope 232
10.5 Question Tags and Responses 317
Important Tips 232
7.1 Steps in Writing Your Email or Letter 232 10.6 Gerunds, Participles and Infinitives 319
7.2 Responding to an Email 233 10.7 Prepositions 321
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7.3 Responding to an Invitation 234 10.8 Subject and Verb Agreement 324
Summative Zone 235 10.9 Conjunctions 326
10.10 Adjectives, Adjective Phrases and
Unit 8 Directed/Guided Writing 241 Adjective Clauses 328
Smart Scope 241 10.11 Adverbs, Adverb Phrases and 330
Important Tips 242 Adverb Clauses
8.1 Writing an Essay based on 242 10.12 Nouns, Noun Phrases and 333
Group Discussion Noun Clauses
8.2 Writing a Story 245 10.13 Noun Forms 334
8.3 Writing Reports 249 10.14 Pronouns 336
8.4 Writing an Informal Letter 252 10.15 Reported Speech (Indirect Speech) 338
8.5 Writing a Formal Letter 256 10.16 Active and Passive Voice 341
8.6 Description of Events, Places of Interest 262
or People 10.17 Conditionals 344
8.7 Talks/Views on Current Social and 266 10.18 Modals 345
Environmental Issues 10.19 Comparatives and Superlatives 348
8.8 Describing a Process/Procedure 270
10.20 ‘Used to’/’would’; ‘would’
(imaginary situations); ‘be able 350
Unit 9 Extended/Continuous to’/’can’/’manage to’
Writing 274 10.21 ‘I wish’/’I had better’/’It’s time’ 352
Smart Scope 274 Vocabulary Gallery:
Important Tips 274 10.22 Problem Words 354
9.1 Writing an Article 275 10.23 Words Often Misused 355
9.2 Writing a Review 281 10.24 Phrasal Verbs 359
9.3 Writing a Story 286
10.25 Idiomatic Expressions 361
9.4 Descriptive Writing 290
9.5 Argumentative: Giving Views, Opinions 295
or Suggestions Unit 11 Oral English 368
9.6 Factual Writing 298
Smart Scope 368
9.7 Reflective Writing 301
11.1 Paper 3: Speaking 368
9.8 Open/Free Writing 304
11.2 Paper 4: Listening 381
Unit 10 Grammar and Vocabulary 307
SPM Model Paper 392
Smart Scope 307
Important Tips 307 Answers 409–433
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1. Make a checklist 2. Revise effectively
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Short bursts of studying for about 30 minutes
followed by a break is an effective way to revise.
Highlight the key points, and draw mind maps or
flow charts to summarise important facts in a topic.
Create a checklist to ensure that all chapters and Learn to draw functional diagrams and do exercises
subtopics are revised. at the end of each chapter.
3. Boost your memory 4. Practise with past year papers
Use mnemonics, images or flash cards to help Familiarise yourself with the exam format by
memorise important facts or key points of a chapter. doing exercises of past year questions. Analyse
Use these methods repeatedly and frequently to frequently asked questions, highlight keywords in
memorise better. the questions, draft your answers and check them.
5. Handle stress wisely 6. The week before
Prepare for the exam early. Take regular breaks from Allocate time for one final revision during which
revision, exercise, eat well and sleep well. you can go over essential or difficult points.
7. The night before 8. In the exam
Pack the stationery needed for exam – pens, pencils, Follow all instructions. Read the questions carefully
ruler, eraser, sharpener and calculator (if applicable). and answer the required questions. Check the
Most importantly, have a good night’s rest so that you number of marks allocated and answer accordingly.
will be physically and mentally energised. Leave time to read through or check your answers.
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UNIT
1 Short Texts and
Graphic Materials
SMART
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1 In this section, you will find explanatory notes, guidelines and exercises on the understanding
of short texts and graphic materials.
2 The short texts and graphic materials have been divided under the following:
Short Texts and Graphic Materials
Short Texts Graphic Materials
• Extracts • Advertisements
• Messages • Graphs & Charts
• Articles • Maps
• Dialogues • Brochures
• Reports • Manuals
• Notices • Instructions
1.1 Understanding Advertisements
1 There are various types of advertisements, for example:
Types of advertisements – on sales or services
– on events/talks/seminars
– on holiday tours/trips
– on job vacancies
– on contests
– on educational opportunities
2 When answering questions on advertisements:
(a) read the headlines (normally in big or bold letters);
(b) next read the information provided (normally in smaller letters);
(c) then read the question asked;
(d) study the options provided and select the best answer.
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Sample Advertisement 1: Sales/Services
UNIT
1 16th May USEFUL Tips
to
16th June Find out what is being offered.
• Is any discount given?
How much?
• When is the offer period?
A cuddly Hippo or • How can you be eligible for
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a unique Beach Bag the special offer?
is yours FREE with
RM30 purchase of Sunny
Swimwear (for the Hippo)
and RM50 purchase of Sunny Swimwear
(for the beach bag) while stocks last.
Example Useful Vocabulary
• clearance sale
To qualify for the free beach bag, one must buy balance stock being sold at
A a cuddly Hippo. reduced prices
B Sunny swimwear worth RM30. • while stocks last
C Sunny swimwear worth RM50. until all goods are sold out
• o.n.o
Comment and Answer or nearest offer
Option A is not the answer as the cuddly Hippo is not for sale • down payment
(It is a free gift). deposit
Option B is not correct as the buyer can claim only the cuddly • in mint condition
in new or perfect condition
Hippo. Option C entitles the buyer to claim for the beach bag. • durable
Option C is the right answer. lasting
Sample Advertisement 2: Events/Talks/Seminars
USEFUL Tips
16th Dec–18th Dec Find out the following:
• Gunung Ledang Resort • what – type of event
• when
– date and
• Learning methods: duration
Innovative camp games, leadership training, • where – venue
adventure learning, environmental walks, • how much – fee payable
leadership projects, etc. • who – the target group
• Complimentary pocket-files (In this case, it is
the students.)
• Tailor-made for students aged 16–24
• RM250 per student
• Limited intake – first come first served
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Example Useful Vocabulary
Which of the following is probably the objective of the camp? • complimentary UNIT
A To promote environmental awareness free 1
B To promote innovative games • tailor-made
made for a specific purpose
C To promote leadership qualities • first come first served
those who register earlier
Comment and Answer will be accepted first until
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Option A is not the objective of the camp. Neither is option B. Both vacancy is full
are part of the activities. Option C is correct as that is the main • limited intake
purpose of the camp. the number of students to be
taken in for the leadership
camp is controlled
Sample Advertisement 3: Holiday Tours
Blue Bay Resort USEFUL Tips
Find out the following:
• the location of the resort
• the duration of the holiday
• the fare
Enjoy the great outdoors of beautiful Langkawi • the accommodation
3 Days 2 Nights • services offered
• discount for facilities
RM
184 nett pax
Twin-sharing in a Superior Room
• Welcome drinks & homemade cookies
• Buffet breakfast
• Discount on F&B at outlets, laundry,
water sports and jeep rental
Useful Vocabulary
Example
• package tour
What is being offered? a tour in which one pays a
A An attractive holiday overseas fixed sum that includes the
B An attractive holiday at a resort cost of transport, food and
C A free tour of a popular resort lodging
• twin-sharing
shared by two
Comment and Answer
• itinerary
Option A is wrong as it is not a holiday overseas. Option C is not record of a route or journey
correct as it is not a free tour. The correct answer is option B. • subject to
depending on vacancy
available
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1.1
UNIT
1 For each of the questions below, choose the best option from A, B and C, or from A, B, C and D.
th
30 OCT–30 NOV
th
A Career In Health Care
Anda Health Care Sdn. Bhd. is a rapidly
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expanding company that develops and
manages healthcare facilities.
with a brand-new pencil case
and colourful carrier bag when RADIOLOGIST
you purchase RM25 worth of Susan Exceptional career opportunity exists with
Susan products* soon-to-be-opened intensive care hospital
Susan
*Get one more Susan sticker in rapidly growing Seremban.
To provide medical direction for
diagnostic imaging service including CT,
1 A customer is eligible for a free pencil case ultrasonography, X-ray and mammography.
when she buys
A a carrier bag worth RM25.
B more Susan stickers. 3 The radiologist will
C Susan products worth RM25. A be given intensive training.
B work in a government hospital.
C work in a new hospital.
Enjoy historic Malacca and our cosy
resort facilities at a history-making price.
L HOW TO ENTER SCRATCH-AND-WIN
CONTEST
AGOON BAY RESORT
• Scratch the box with the answer which you think
2D/1N @ RM100 nett per person is correct. The correct answer is indicated by ✓
and the wrong answer, X. A card with more than
• Twin-sharing in an Executive Room one scratch for each question is automatically
• Buffet breakfast disqualified.
• Free shuttle to Malacca town • If your three answers are correct, proceed to
• Daily activities at Kancil Club scratch the prize panel to know your winning.
for 3 to 9-year-olds Fill in your full particulars in the space provided.
• Free entry to Fun Pub • You can collect your prizes from the agent
• Complimentary newspaper indicated in Coupon A. Ensure agent’s
particulars are complete. Attach Coupon A in
the space indicated in the card.
2 For the 2D/1N package, the Lagoon Bay
Resort offers 4 The contestant will win a prize if he
A free bus service to town. A answers three questions correctly.
B a book on the history of Malacca. B scratches three times for each box.
C buffet dinner. C scratches the correct prize.
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UNIT
1 PROGRAMMER
Every Thursday
Requirements:
Kampung-Style
• Diploma/Degree in Information Buffet Lunch
Technology, Computer Science RM16.00 nett per person
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or related discipline Time:12.30 p.m. to 2.30 p.m.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in
system development Saturday & Sunday
• Knowledge of Unix, Windows
NT, Microsoft Exchange and High Tea Time:1.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m.
Windows will be an added RM13.80 nett per person
advantage
• Good communication and November
interpersonal skills Promotion
Chicken & Lamb
from
RM13.50 nett onwards
9 To apply for the post of programmer, the 10 The Kampung-Style Buffet Lunch is
applicant must have A a special November promotion.
A working experience. B available every weekend.
B a good network of connections. C available once a week.
C a personal computer. D available from 1.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m.
D own transport.
1.2 Understanding Graphs, Charts, Tables, Manuals, Maps and Brochures
1 There are various types of graphs, for example, line graphs, bar graphs and pie charts.
2 When interpreting graphs, charts or tables:
(a) note the heading and sub-heading first;
(b) then look at the vertical scale which normally represents the values or units of an item;
(c) next check the horizontal scale which normally represents the months or years;
(d) then study the data provided and look at the question asked.
3 In manuals, you may be tested on the understanding of the instructions given.
4 In maps or diagrams, you may be tested on the understanding of the location of a certain place,
a process or a procedure.
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Sample 1: Line Graph
USEFUL Tips
Sales of Horizon and South Magazines, 202_
• Study the heading of UNIT
90
the graph. 1
80 • Then look at the vertical
scale that indicates the value
70
or units.
60 Horizon • Next look at the horizontal
scale.
Sales (‘ooo copies) 50 • Then study the graph.
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Is there an increase or
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decrease? What is the trend?
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Is it stable or fluctuating?
20 South • Observe the highest and
lowest values.
10
0 Useful
J F M A M J J A S O N D Vocabulary
Month
• stable
Example steady; constant
• fluctuating
The graph shows that unstable; erratic
A sales of Horizon magazine have been declining. • drastic
B sales of South have been erratic. sharp or big drop/decrease
C sales of Horizon magazine more than double the sales • significant
of South. considerable
• negligible
Comment and Answer very little
Option A is not the answer because sales of ‘Horizon’ declined • majority
slightly between April and August but picked up again after a high proportion
September. Option B is not the answer because sales of ‘South’ have • minority
been increasing gradually. Option C is the right answer because a small percentage
sales of ‘Horizon’ are always more than twice the sales of ‘South’. • gradual
slow but steady
• insignificant
slight; negligible
Sample 2: Bar Graph • erratic
unsteady; unstable
Breakdown of Cases of Indiscipline in
SMK Kg. Baru, 202 • trend
general tendency or direction
80
USEFUL Tips
70
60
Cases of Indiscipline 50 • Note the heading of
the graph.
• Look at the vertical scale
40
(Cases of indiscipline).
30
(Forms).
20 • Look at the horizontal scale
• Study the bars. Note the
10 forms with the highest and
0 lowest cases of indiscipline.
Form Form Form Form Form From • Compare the cases of
One Two Three Four Five Six indiscipline among the forms.
Forms
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UNIT
1
Practice 1
SAVE WATER! “Within a span of a few hundred years, there
• Don’t leave the tap running when you’re brushing have been tremendous technical advances.
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More people are living in cities. Factories have
your teeth or shaving. You could use mushroomed and modern transportation has
up to 20 litres more water. developed. Mechanised farming and use of
• Repair dripping taps. chemical fertilisers have become a norm. All these
A leaky faucet that fills a cup in have led to environmental pollution at a gigantic
10 minutes could waste over scale. It is imperative that we put a stop to the
11,000 litres of water a year! pollution before it is too late.”
1 What message does the information
above contain? 4 The message from the text above is
A Don’t leave the tap running. A to put a stop to environmental pollution.
B Repair dripping taps. B to put a brake to the rapid development.
C Dripping tap wastes a lot of water. C to take drastic measures for development.
D The public must not waste water.
Strictly Authorised SMARTCAMP
Personnel Only
Accounts Department Come to Malaysia again this December
(Ages 9–18 years)
2 Which of the following best explains the There will be two camps, one for students of
sign above? 9–12 years, and another for 13–18 years. For 7
A Only those in uniform are allowed or 10 days depending on the age of your child,
to enter. camp participants will be taught to REACH
B Only those with permission are allowed THEIR HIGHEST POTENTIAL through
team building and positive reinforcements.
to enter. They will discover that LEARNING IS FUN as
C Only those who need a rest are allowed they acquire skills of accelerated learning and
to enter. effective communication.
Kuching, Mon. – One person drowned and
another missing when a general cargo and
passenger vessel capsized in the Rajang
River. Nineteen of the twenty-two passengers
and crew endured a five-hour ordeal on the
vessel before they decided to swim ashore
when their ship threatened to sink.
3 Based on the news report, what ‘ordeal’ did 5 Which of the following is not true of
the surviving passengers and crew have Smartcamp?
to endure? A It caters for two groups of students.
A The loss of two passengers B If provides opportunities for developing
B The long fearful wait on the their potential.
damaged vessel C It is the first of its kind locally.
C The sinking of their vessel
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Sales of Trend and Horizon Magazines, 2019
Why should you start saving now? It will come in
7,000 handy in times of emergency, especially for your UNIT
6,000 future education. Now, how do you start saving? 1
Sales (number of copies) 4,000 We will teach you how to save your money and
Easy! Just open a Young Savers account with us.
5,000
make it grow.
3,000
2,000
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1,000
0
J F M A M J J A S O N D
2019
Trend RM10 per copy Horizon RM5 per copy
8 Opening a Young Savers Account will
6 In the graph above, we learn that sales of
Trend magazine are help us
A more unstable than sales of Horizon A get a good job.
B more than 10 times that of Horizon B choose a promising future.
C increasing faster than Horizon C in our future education.
D become rich quickly.
Hari Raya Practice 2
• Promotion •
Sayang Shopping Centre
Seberang Jaya One Per Customer While Stocks Last
January 4–18
On Promotions
At the Best Price:
Hari Raya fashion and accessories;
Canned, dried & frozen food;
Herbal products; Telecommunication;
Educational supplies and many more! 1 Which of the following best explains the
sign above?
A Each customer is limited to one unit
while stock lasts.
7 The Hari Raya promotions are meant for B Customers can buy any amount until
those who wish out of stock.
A to eat out. C Only one customer is allowed to buy the
B to buy some sports equipment. last unit.
C to have a short holiday.
D to buy some new clothes.
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UNIT
2 Text Completion
(Rational Cloze)
SMART
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1 Text completion or rational cloze tests the students’ understanding of the usage of
language and vocabulary.
2 The main grammatical items to be tested are:
Parts of
Sentence speech (Nouns,
connectors Adjectives,
Tenses Adverbs &
(Simple, Past, Verbs) Verb
Future) agreement
Prepositions Articles
TEXT
COMPLETION
Conjunctions Infinitives
Pronouns Participles
Gerunds Determiners
3 There will be numbered blanks in the passage. For each blank, a word has been left out.
4 The students are required to choose the most suitable answer from the options given.
5 Obviously, the students need to have a good command of grammar and vocabulary.
(For a quick revision, refer to the section on Grammar and Vocabulary)
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Important Tips How to Tackle a Cloze Test
1 First read the passage right through to get a general idea of what Read passage right through
it is about.
2 Then read the passage again to answer the questions. Fill in blanks one by one
UNIT 3 When choosing the answer for each numbered blank, read the
2 relevant part of the passage. Look at words before and
4 Pay special attention to the words or sentence preceding the blank words after the blanks
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and also the words or sentence after the blank.
Example Choose smartly:
– correct part of speech
– same tense
Sentence preceding the blank
If you have never ridden a bicycle or do not enjoy good health,
the ride. Problems or complications are not Sentence after the blank
worth it.
A value
B imagine
C remember
D forget
Comment and Answer
The sentence before the blank and the sentence after the blank provide
you an idea about the right answer. Option A (value) doesn’t fit in
at all. Neither is option B (imagine) nor option C (remember). The
logical answer is option D (forget).
5 The word you have chosen must ‘fit’ in with the other words so that
the completed text makes sense.
Example There are many
possible words for the
The rhino’s breeding has to be determined so blank, like ‘time’, ‘habit’,
that the vets can decide when rhinos can stay in the paddock for ‘pattern’, ‘cycle’, etc.
display and when the facility has to be closed for breeding.
A circle
B circulation
C cycle
D cyclone
Comment and Answer
What is being referred to is the breeding habit of the rhino that is
regularly repeated. Therefore the logical answer is C (cycle).
6 Ensure that the word you have chosen is of the correct part of speech
when it becomes part of the text.
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Example
An adverb is needed
We had blundered twice, and , I had been the
culprit on both occasions.
A embarrassed C embarassingly
B embarrassing D embarrassment
Comment and Answer UNIT
2
An adverb is required for the blank, so the only right option is
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C (embarrassingly). The others are of different parts of speech,
namely, ‘embarrassed’ (verb), ‘embarrassing’ (present participle) and
‘embarrassment’ (noun).
7 If the answer required is a verb, make sure that it is of the same tense
as the text.
Example
This verb is in the past tense
As most of us felt hungry, we to make a
quick meal. A verb in the past
A prepare C preparing tense is needed
B prepared D prepares
Comment and Answer
The verb ‘felt’ is in the past tense, therefore the option B (prepared),
being in the same tense, is the correct answer.
8 After filling in all the blanks, read the whole passage again to check
for the last time if all the options that you have chosen are the most
suitable ones.
Sample SPM Question
A gotong-royong was organised to clean up a tourist spot. The voluntary work was carried
1 by about 100 employees of a local tyre factory. Early in the morning, they came 2
rakes, parang, paint and brushes to help clean and beautify the popular recreational park. Their
effort 3 the attention of picnickers, who, while not having armed themselves with cleaning
equipment, gave moral support. Many joined in to pick up litter 4 around the area.
The half-day gotong-royong was part of the community 5 programme drawn up by
the tyre factory. Besides cleaning, the participants also erected new signboards 6 provided a
new coating to some old ones. They also painted the huts and sheds, installed rubbish bins and
the toilets. According to the organising chairman, such an activity would instil a sense of
responsibility and belonging among the community.
The gotong-royong is an on-going activity. The company will also carry it 8 in parks,
beaches, botanic gardens and old folks home. 9 activities would be carried out three or four
times a year. It is the company’s way of 10 their public-spiritedness to the community.
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1 A on 6 A and
B out B then
C away C but
D up D or
Comment and Answer Comment and Answer
To determine the correct preposition, check
UNIT A conjunction is required to join two sentences
2 the preceding word ‘carried’. The logical together. The ideal option is A (and).
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7 A clean
2 A by B cleaning
B in C cleaned
C with D cleanse
D for
Comment and Answer Comment and Answer
A preposition is required. The key words are A verb in the past tense is needed, so it is not
‘came’ and ‘rakes’. The correct phrasal verb is options A, B or D. The answer is option C
‘came with’, so the option is C. (cleaned).
3 A drew 8 A on
B took B along
C made C out
D caused D around
Comment and Answer Comment and Answer
The clues lie in the words preceding the blank A phrasal verb is required. The right phrasal
and after the blank. The suitable word should verb here is ‘carried out’. Options A, B and D
be ‘attracted’, ‘captured’ or ‘drew’, hence the are not suitable. Answer: C (out).
option A.
9 A Such
4 A shown B All
B showered C Those
C strewn D Some
D strung Comment and Answer
Comment and Answer Options B, C and D are not suitable to
A past participle is needed. The key word is describe the noun ‘activities’ here. Option
‘litter’ that is ‘strewn’ all over, not ‘shown’, A ‘Such’ is the answer. It refers to ‘Similar
‘showered’ or ‘strung’, hence the option C. activities’. Answer: A (Such).
5 A work 10 A extend
B job B extending
C performance C extent
D extended
Comment and Answer Comment and Answer
Look at the whole phrase ‘community A present participle is required, so options
programme’. The logical choice is option D A, C and D are not the answer. Answer: B
(service). (extending).
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Practice 1
UNIT
Read the text below and then answer the questions by choosing the answer from the options given. 2
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Being a lighthouse guard, life can be lonely yet full of surprises. That’s what Shaiful
experiences often. He is in 1 of a lighthouse at Muka Head in Penang. He often has 2
visitors like snakes, wild boars, monkeys and different species of birds. Of 3 , he comes
across illegal immigrants who are mostly from Indonesia and those trying to escape from the
authorities for one 4 or another.
“Sometimes, the immigrants would hide in the thick jungle 5 days before coming
to the lighthouse for food and water. They demand a lot as they are hungry, 6 they are
quite aggressive too,” recalled Shaiful. “Once, when I refused to open the gate, the immigrants
threatened to pull 7 the gate at the lighthouse. I was worried for my safety as these men are
armed with parangs and sticks.”
The Marine Police has been 8 the situation with close surveillance. This has helped
9 the number of immigrants from encroaching into the light house. Now Shaiful is able
carry out his solitary duty 10 worry.
1 A check C challenge 6 A so C also
B charge D guard B and D thus
2 A unwelcome C indifferent 7 A down C over
B friendly D noisy B up D along
3 A guard C late 8 A monitor C monitoring
B now D course B monitored D to monitor
4 A cause C excuse 9 A reduce C reduced
B trouble D reason B being reduced D to reducing
5 A during C by 10 A less C no
B for D on B without D not
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Practice 2
Read the text below and then answer the questions by choosing the answer from the options given.
UNIT Mary’s compassion for animals began about two decades ago after her husband passed
2 away. Having no children and 1 that she had too much free time, Mary began work as a
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housemaid. That was when she began to take 2 strays. “I started with the aged and sick dogs
that nobody 3 wanted. After several years, the numbers began to grow after friends and
acquaintances started 4 strays to me,” said Mary.
“When a friend comes by with an abandoned and tortured dog or a motherless puppy,”
added Mary, “there’s much to do 5 buying milk powder and vitamins. The sick dogs need all
the care and love I can give, even 6 only for a few days. Some looked so hungry like they had
not been fed for years, and others were in 7 bad shape that if left to themselves, they would
die a painful death.”
I 8 hope that more people will show mercy and compassion 9 the animals. Do not
ill-treat or abandon them. Give them to your friends or bring them to me. They 10 a proper
home too.
1 A find C found 6 A then C if
B finds D finding B so D in
2 A with C in 7 A that C so
B on D over B very D such
3 A else C less 8 A ambitiously C gladly
B who D that B sadly D fervently
4 A bring C bringing 9 A on C to
B brought D showing B at D for
5 A as C for 10 A need C needed
B like D and B are needing D haven’t
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UNIT
11 Oral English
SMART
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1 The SPM oral examination consists of two papers: Paper 3 and Paper 4.
2 Paper 3 is a test on speaking while Paper 4 a test on listening.
11.1 Paper 3: Speaking
Introduction
1 Paper 3 consists of the following components:
Paper 3 – Speaking
Part 1 Part 2 Part 3
Four (4) questions for One (1) question for Three (3) questions for
each candidate each candidate each candidate
2 The candidate will be tested on the various aspects of speaking skills. They include skills in
understanding, application, analysis and evaluation.
3 The duration of the test is 13 minutes and the allocation for marks is 24.
Tips on speaking skills
1 Oral exams require careful listening and direct responding with concise or specific answers to the
questions asked.
2 Your oral exam begins the moment you walk in the door. Walk towards the examiner with a
smile and confidence.
3 You may greet the examiners with a “Good morning/Good afternoon!” Most probably the
examiners will greet you first and you must reciprocate.
UNIT E.g. Examiner : Good morning!
11 Answer : Good morning, Sir/Madam.
4 Although the test is on speaking, it requires good listening and intelligent talking. Make sure to
listen, pay attention and stay focused throughout the entire test.
5 Listen attentively to questions and follow instructions given. If a question is unclear, ask your
teacher for clarification with “I beg your pardon, Sir/Madam”. If you don’t know the answer,
say so.
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6 Pay attention to your visual appearance and your body language. You should appear confident
and ready to begin.
7 Be mindful of your posture. Don’t fold your arms across your chest or slouch. Don’t rest your
hands on your hips.
8 If you wear glasses, don’t push them back constantly. Likewise, don’t keep on pushing your long
hair to the back.
9 Don’t keep checking your watch or the wall clock repeatedly.
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10 Before leaving, take a moment to thank your examiners.
Do’s and don’ts in speaking and discussing
Do’s Don’ts
• Be at ease in front of the examiners. • Never feel nervous or panic.
• Speak clearly. • Do not ramble or speak too softly.
• Look up at the examiners when speaking. • Do not look down or elsewhere.
• Observe social convention. • Don’t be too informal.
• Be interested in what is being discussed. • Don’t make sweeping statements.
• Be friendly and courteous. • Don’t be too quiet or passive.
Sample SPM Question
General questions Part 1
3–4 minutes
Phase 1
Interlocutor
Good morning/afternoon.
I’m …… and this is my colleague …… She’ll just listen to us.
First of all, we’d like to know something about you.
Main questions Backup prompts
Candidate A What’s your name? Should I call you ……?
Thank you.
Candidate B And, what’s your name? UNIT
Thank you. 11
Candidate A How do you come to school? Do you come to school by ……?
Candidate B How far is your house from school? Is your house far away from school?
About how many kilometres?
Thank you.
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Comment Suggested answer
1 Reply to your examiner’s greeting. Good morning, Sir/Madam.
2 What’s your name? My name’s Mansor./
Give your answer with a contraction. You can call me Mansor.
E.g. My name’s Mansor (instead of My name
is Mansor). It shows your English is at
a higher level with the knowledge of
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using contractions.
3 Where do you live? I live in Taman Sukun./
Both answers are correct. I live in Taman Sukun, a short distance away.
The second answer provides extra
information and it shows you know how to
use an adverbial phrase.
You will score better marks. However, stop
at that and don’t add any more information.
4 How do you come to school? I walk to school./
Both are correct but the second answer is I walk to school as my house is near.
better. Don’t add any more information.
Phase 2
Interlocutor
Now I’m going to ask you about what you do daily.
Select one or more questions from the list to ask the candidates.
Use candidates’ names throughout.
Main questions Backup prompts (optional)
What do you normally do after you wake up? What type of breakfast do you take normally?
What do you normally do in the afternoon? What do you do at home after coming back
from school?
Do you help in the household chores? Do you help wash the dishes?
What do you do when you are free? Do you watch TV when you are free?
What do you do during the weekend? What do you do when you don’t go to school?
Thank you.
Comment Suggested answer
UNIT
11 1 Mansor, what do you normally do after you I’ll say a short prayer, then have a quick wash
wake up? up and take my breakfast.
2 What do you do when you are free? I’ll normally do some gardening as it’s
Here some extra information is added: as it’s my passion.
my passion.
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PART 2 CANDIDATE BOOKLET 2B
Doing recycling
Talk about a recycling that you took part in recently.
You should say:
• when and where the recycling was carried out
• what you and your friends did
• how you felt about it
• why doing recycling is important
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TASK 3
To conserve wildlife
To prevent pollution To conserve forests
Why people care for the environment
To prevent global To prevent noise
warming pollution
To conserve natural
resources – water
11.2 Paper 4: Listening
Introduction
1 Paper 4 is a test on listening which carries a total of 30 marks.
2 The duration of this test is about 40 minutes.
3 The paper consists of four parts.
Paper 4 – Listening
Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4
Seven (7) A talk with eight (8) Five (5) short extracts A passage with
different situations questions with five (5) questions ten (10) blanks
UNIT
11
4 This paper tests skills in understanding and application.
5 During the test, you will hear each recording twice. For each part of the test, there will be time
for you to look through the questions and time for you to check your answers.
6 You are to answer all the questions. Write your answers on the question paper.
7 You will have time at the end of the test to copy your answers onto the answer sheet.
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Tips in listening
1 To make your listening skills more effective, you may use the following techniques:
(a) Be ready to listen
Listening for information is different from listening to music for pleasure or enjoyment.
Therefore, you have to direct all your attention to the reader or speaker.
(b) Put aside all your feelings or thoughts
This will help you not to lose your focus on what you are supposed to listen.
(c) Listen actively
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Active listening involves you in the process of determining the right meaning of what is said.
It includes questioning and paraphrasing.
(d) Good listening
Good listening requires full concentration throughout. Do not let your mind wander.
2 Steps involved in listening:
Listening ˜ Processing ˜ Understanding ˜ Interpreting ˜ Evaluating ˜ Responding
Sample SPM Question
Part 1
Examples 1–7
You will hear people talking in seven different situations. For questions 1 to 7, choose the correct answer
(A, B, or C).
You will hear each recording twice. Answer all the questions.
Comment and Answer
1 Both the speakers agree that many fresh Option A is not the answer.
graduates in Malaysia have The speakers didn’t talk about it. Option B is
A a good command of written English. wrong. It’s difficult for them to get jobs because of
B found jobs easily in the private sector. their poor command of spoken English.
C a poor command of spoken English. The answer is C.
2 According to Ms Green, what drives her to All three options are possible but Ms Green did
writing is mention about ‘passion’.
A her passion. The answer is option A.
B the inspiration that she gets.
C her love for travelling.
3 According to the report, residents staying The expression ‘in shivers’ means ‘in fear’. The
on the foothills residents were in fear of landslides with the rock
A have been having nightmares. coming off.
UNIT
11 B have been living in fear of landslide. Answer: B
C have been living precariously.
4 Organisers of telematches should ensure Option B is not the answer as it is not the
that they are objective. Neither is C. Telematches are meant for
A challenging enough for the participants. easy participation.
B easily participated. The answer is option B.
C a test of skill and physical strength.
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Practice 2
Part 1
Questions 1–7
You will hear people talking in seven different situations. For questions 1 to 7, choose the correct answer
(A, B or C).
You will hear each recording twice. Answer all the questions.
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1 Why did Mr Choo see the teacher?
A His son has study problems.
B His son is scared of being punished.
C His son has been intimidated by school bullies.
2 When Sid phoned Loke, the latter was
A down with food poisoning.
B recovering from food poisoning.
C trying to get nutritional food.
3 A resident from Jay Gardens complained about
A uncollected garbage.
B unbearable stench.
C the gathering of birds, insects and animals.
4 What had happened at Federal Highway?
A There was a traffic jam.
B There was an accident.
C There was a thunderous sound.
5 Ahmad’s parents are appealing for donations for their son’s
A mysterious disease.
B heart operation.
C inflammation in the lungs.
6 Parents can help their stressed teens to be
A more courageous.
B more organised. UNIT
C more disciplined. 11
7 What has motivated Ms Molly to take up painting?
A Her father’s passion in art
B Her winning the National Poster Competition
C Her love of nature
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Paper 1
Part 1
Questions 1 to 8
Read the text carefully in each question. Choose the best answer A, B or C. For each question, circle the
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correct answer A, B or C.
Pristine beaches for nature lovers!
Pulau Besar is a magnificent island with coral reefs 1 The extract from a brochure is ideal for
and crystal-clear water for every kind of water sport. A students to carry out nature study.
There is a whole wide range of activities for the B tourists who enjoy crystal-clear
adventurous and those who love nature. You may water.
like to take part in an exciting round the island tour, C those interested in ecotourism.
or just be close to nature with a guided hike.
SPM MODEL PAPER KUALA LUMPUR: The Government is launching 2 Fruit sellers have been advised
operations to check sulphur dioxide poisoning in
A not to sell imported fruits.
three types of imported fruits—durians, longan,
B not to use sulphur dioxide
and lychees. Fruit sellers and importers are advised
as preservatives.
against using sulphur dioxide, which is banned as a
C against importing foreign fruits.
preservative. Meanwhile, the public is advised not to
buy or consume the three imported fruits mentioned
above. Local fruits are however not affected.
Go for domestic tourism!!
It is really sad that many Malaysian tourists
have been to various countries overseas but
not attractive destinations within the country. 3 To promote domestic tourism,
To promote domestic tourism, our hotel pricing A hoteliers need to hike up prices.
needs to be more affordable. More campaigns B Malaysians need to be patriotic.
should be carried out to promote local tourism. C much upgrading is to be done.
Of course, the Government needs to upgrade
local places of interest which include improving
the basic facilities.
Patriotic
“Molly, let your child do things for himself 4 Both mothers are of the opinion that
whenever possible. At his age, he wants to children
be in control of his own activities.” A should be role models.
“You’re right, Jenny. I also feel that we B should be given the freedom to do
should give the child the opportunities to their own things.
do more self-care. He should also help out
in daily chores.” C should be self-taught.
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English SPM Model Paper
Part 2
Questions 9 to 18
Read the text below and choose the best word for each space. For each question, circle the correct letter
A, B, C or D.
Tea—A Popular Drink
One of the most popular drinks in the world is tea. Every day, millions of cups of tea are
(0) drunk around the globe. Most of the world’s supply of tea comes (9)
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India, China and Sri Lanka. There have been (10) to grow tea commercially in
Africa and the United States.
It is believed that tea was first (11) in China about 2,000 years ago. From
there, it was brought to Japan in the sixth century. It was probably (12) to
Europe in the seventeenth century. Tea came to America almost as early as (13)
Europe. The US tea trade began in 1784 when the first American vessel sailed for China to
(14) a cargo of tea. What has made tea so popular all over the world?
The ancient Chinese insisted that tea was good for a number of (15) . Even
. They are
today, many believe that it is a refreshing drink that is good for (16) as it stimulates, to give much
SPM MODEL PAPER pleasure while doing little harm. In England, tea was advertised as a cure for headaches, sleepiness
ardent believers that tea has such power to (17)
and dropsy.
of tea continues to absorb the entire
Whatever the reason, world (18)
output in tea-producing countries. The producing nations themselves have shown a definite
increase in consumption. The leading tea consuming nations are China, Britain, Japan, India and
the United States of America.
0 A drink B drunk C drank D drinking
9 A to B at C from D out
10 A attempts B intentions C instructions D examples
11 A found B cultivated C tested D tried
12 A grown B popularised C introduced D expanded
13 A to B from C for D at
14 A carry up B pick up C ship out D buy out
15 A reasons B health C ailments D theories
16 A stamina B spirit C freshness D health
17 A depress B delight C cheer D calm
18 A consumption B popularity C usage D practice
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Questions 37 to 40
Complete the notes below using information from the text. Choose no more than one word from the
passage for each answer.
What we know about events and activities
• Besides book exhibition, one other attraction at the Education Fair is (37)
talks.
• Those who intend to join the Help4U must be prepared to attend (38) .
• The Penang State Symphony Orchestra & Chorus will hold an orchestral concert and a
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(39) .
• Participants for the Relay for Life must carry out a (40) activity.
Paper 2
Part 1
You must answer this question.
Question 1
You receive an email from your friend, Arul.
Hi,
I have been retrenched as a result of the Covid-19 lockdown. I need to look for a new job but what
job can I apply for at this time? I think I will start a small business at home, that is, selling nasi
lemak. What do you think? Do you think it is a good idea? How shall I go about it? SPM MODEL PAPER
I will be waiting for your advice.
Bye!
Now write an email to your friend in about 80 words.
To:
Subject:
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Paper 3
General questions Part 1
3–4 minutes
Phase 1
Interlocutor
Good morning/afternoon.
I’m …… and this is my colleague …… She’ll just listen to us.
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First of all, we’d like to know something about you.
Main questions Back-up prompts
Candidate A What’s your name? Should I call you … ?
Thank you.
Candidate B And, what’s your name?
Thank you.
Candidate A How do you come to school? Do you come to school by … ?
Candidate B Where do you live? Do you live in … ?
Thank you.
Phase 2
Interlocutor
Now I’m going to ask you about what you do daily.
Select one or more questions from the list to ask the candidates.
Use candidates’ names throughout. SPM MODEL PAPER
Main questions Back-up prompts
What do you usually do after you wake up? What type of breakfast do you take normally?
What do you normally do after you come back What do you do at home after school?
from school?
Do you help in the household chores? Do you help clean the house?
What do you do during your free time? Do you watch TV when you are free?
What do you do during the weekend? What do you do when you don’t go to school?
Thank you.
1 A family outing Part 2
2 A place of interest that you visited recently 3–4 minutes
Interlocutor In this part of the test, I’m going to give each of you a topic and I’d like you to talk
about it on your own for about a minute. You also need to answer a question briefly
about your partner’s topic.
(Candidate A), it’s your turn first. Here’s your task.
Place Part 2 booklet, open at Task 2A, in front of Candidate A.
I’d like you to talk about a family outing you had recently. First, you have some
time to think about what you’re going to say.
Candidate A Allow candidate 20 seconds to prepare.
(approx. 20 seconds)
Interlocutor All right? You may start now.
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TASK 3
Influence from Keep fit
sports idol A form of relaxation
Why do people take
part in sports?
To bring glory to
Make new friends To become professional the country
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Paper 4
Part 1
Questions 1 to 7
You will hear people talking in seven different situations. For questions 1 to 7, choose the correct answer
(A, B, or C).
You will hear each recording twice. Answer all the questions.
1 Both the girls like to watch National Geographic because
A it is a documentary.
B it provides excellent information.
SPM MODEL PAPER 2 When told about the aim of the Angels Orchestra, Ron expressed his
C it is interesting and enjoyable.
A curiosity.
B excitement.
C support.
3 Peter told Don about
A an exciting hunting trip.
B an organised trip.
C an amazing tour.
4 According to the report, the flood situation in Johor
A has not improved.
B has worsened.
C has improved.
5 According to the report, Category 3 Covid-19 patients refer to those
A with slight symptoms.
B with pneumonia.
C with inflammation in the lungs.
6 Parents can help their teens cope pressure by
A telling them not to panic.
B helping them plan what they should do.
C advising them not to waste time.
7 From the interview, we learn that Ms Molly
A has been writing books since young.
B has been reading books since young.
C became a journalist after graduation.
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ANSWERS
Unit 1 Short Texts and Graphic Materials Practice 10
1. C 2. C 3. D 4. A 5. B
1.1
6. D 7. D 8. A
1. C 2. A 3. C 4. A 5. C
6. D 7. A 8. C 9. A 10. C Unit 2 Text Completion (Rational Cloze)
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1.2
1. C 2. D 3. A 4. C 5. C
6. C 7. B 8. B 9. C 10. C Practice 1
1. B 2. A 3. C 4. D 5. B
1.3 6. B 7. A 8. C 9. A 10. B
1. B 2. A 3. C 4. D 5. A
6. B 7. C 8. B 9. B 10. B Practice 2
1. D 2. C 3. A 4. C 5. B
6. C 7. D 8. D 9. C 10. A
Practice 3
Practice 1
1. B 2. A 3. C 4. D 5. A
1. D 2. B 3. B 4. A 5. C 6. B 7. C 8. C 9. A 10. B
6. A 7. D 8. C
Practice 4
Practice 2 1. A 2. B 3. D 4. C 5. B
1. A 2. C 3. D 4. D 5. D 6. A 7. C 8. D 9. A 10. B
6. A 7. B 8. C ANSWERS
Practice 5
Practice 3 1. C 2. C 3. A 4. B 5. D
1. B 2. C 3. D 4. A 5. B 6. C 7. B 8. D 9. A 10. D
6. B 7. B 8. D
Practice 6
Practice 4 1. B 2. C 3. A 4. D 5. C
1. A 2. C 3. C 4. B 5. A 6. B 7. B 8. A 9. C 10. B
6. A 7. B 8. D
Practice 7
Practice 5 1. C 2. A 3. B 4. C 5. B
1. B 2. B 3. C 4. C 5. A 6. A 7. C 8. A 9. B 10. D
6. D 7. A 8. B
Practice 8
Practice 6 1. A 2. C 3. B 4. B 5. C
1. C 2. A 3. C 4. C 5. D 6. A 7. C 8. C 9. B 10. D
6. C 7. A 8. D
Practice 9
Practice 7 1. D 2. A 3. B 4. C 5. D
1. C 2. B 3. D 4. D 5. D 6. A 7. B 8. D 9. A 10. D
6. D 7. C 8. A
Practice 10
Practice 8 1. A 2. C 3. C 4. B 5. B
1. C 2. C 3. D 4. B 5. B 6. C 7. A 8. A 9. B 10. B
6. C 7. B 8. D
Practice 11
Practice 9 1. C 2. A 3. C 4. B 5. A
6. C 7. D 8. A 9. C 10. C
1. C 2. A 3. D 4. A 5. B
6. D 7. B 8. C
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Practice 12 2. English is widely used in the mass media, like
television, foreign magazines and novels. Therefore,
1. F 2. A 3. C 4. E one who is proficient in English will be able to enjoy
5. health 6. loyalty entertainment or educational programmes on TV, or
7. camaraderie 8. easier read novels and magazines for recreation. Those poor
in English have to depend on subtitles or dubbing
Practice 13 when watching foreign programmes on TV. They
1. E 2. C 3. B 4. F will certainly miss out the best parts or finer points
5. health check 6. vouchers of entertainment.
7. pre-school 8. Day 3. English is widely used in the private sector. It is not
surprising that many local graduates find it difficult to
Practice 14 get jobs in the private sector for the reason that they
1. E 2. B 3. A 4. C are not able to speak ‘proper English’ at interviews.
5. Mayang 6. camp Those fluent in English will find themselves more
7. twists 8. sloth employable. It would not be wrong to say that a
good command of English is the stepping stone to
Practice 15 career advancement.
1. B 2. A 3. F 4. C 4. English is important when dealing with business
transactions and foreign investment. Needless to say,
5. independently 6. experience businessmen well-versed in English will find it easy
7. training 8. computer to get new markets for their products. Furthermore,
they will be in a better position to procure foreign
Practice 16 products for the markets in our country.
1. E 2. F 3. B 4. A 5. English is important in promoting tourism in our
5. box-office 6. relegation country. As we know, most foreign tourists who
7. daunting 8. objection come to our country speak English. They will be
very much impressed if we can speak at least some
Practice 17 intelligible English. This is especially so for tourist
ANSWERS 1. E 2. C 3. B 6. guano guides and taxi drivers. Receptionists at hotels and
4. D
5. delicacies
sales attendants at shopping complexes and hawkers
8. chamber
7. lifestyle
at eating outlets may also become little ambassadors
if they speak English.
Practice
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3. A
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5. friends 6. hygiene 6.2
7. break 8. connected 1. To sportsmen, playing games is part and parcel
of life. They will readily vouch for the many benefits
Practice 19 derived from playing games.
1. C 2. E 3. D 4. A 2. Do you have trouble speaking or writing English
5. discipline 6. technology fluently? If you have, don’t worry. There are many
7. death 8. goals ways of improving your English, provided that you
are prepared to take up the challenge.
Practice 20 3. Have you ever realised that our existence on
1. E 2. A 3. D 4. F earth depends very much on the forest that we have?
5. seafood 6. events A depletion of this important natural resource will
7. goodies 8. appreciation affect our life adversely, perhaps irreversibly.
4. Whenever there is a price increase in goods and
services, the public will make a hue and cry, urging
Unit 6 Introduction to Writing
the authorities to take drastic actions. However, do
the consumers realise that they themselves can play a
6.1
more effective role in fighting inflation?
1. If you pursue your tertiary education, you will find 5. “What is this life if, full of care, we have no time
that most of the reference books in universities are to stand and stare...” (W.H. Davies). Indeed, our life
in English. It is the same when you surf the internet will be stifled and meaningless if we have no time for
for information. Moreover, English is important in relaxation, or no time to do what we like best.
the development of science and technology. If you 6. Malaysia is a multi-racial country. It is rich in
do not have a good command of English, you may history and culture, much of which has become
have problems in furthering your education or doing our national heritage and pride. Every effort should
your research. therefore be taken to preserve this cultural heritage.
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Part 4 Rubric: Question 3. You will hear about a news report.
21 dull 22 bore Listen carefully.
23 studies 24 introvert Voice 1: A boulder, perched precariously on a hill slope in
25 time 26 concentrate Pantai Acheh, is giving residents the shivers each
27 homework 28 opportunity time it rains. Following last Thursday’s landslides,
29 physical 30 training those staying on the foothills fear for their safety.
At least three families have moved out from their
house to stay with relatives. It appears that the
LISTENING SCRIPT 1: UNIT 11 ORAL ENGLISH
boulder has moved nearer the edge, about a metre
Sample SPM Question from the original spot. The nearest house on the
foothills is about 100 metres away.
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Rubric: This is a listening test. There are four parts to the Rubric: Now listen again.
test. You will hear each recording twice. For each
part of the test, there will be time for you to look Rubric: Question 4. You will hear about how to organise a
through the questions and time for you to check telematch. Listen carefully.
your answers. Answer all the questions. Write your Voice 1: Here are some tips to organise a telematch.
answers on the question paper. You will have time Remember, a telematch is not necessarily a test of
at the end of the test to copy your answers onto the skill or physical strength. It should be one that is
answer sheet. The recording will now be stopped. easily participated by the young and old. Therefore,
Please ask any questions now because you must not it should not be too difficult or strenuous. Decide
speak during the test. on the number of participants. Some simple
items are ‘passing the rubber band using a straw’,
Part 1 ‘passing ping pong balls using a spoon’ and ‘three-
Questions 1 to 7 legged race’. If organised properly, a telematch can
Rubric: Now open your question paper and look at Part provide fun, excitement and bonding.
1. You will hear people talking in seven different Rubric: Now listen again.
situations. For questions 1 to 7, choose the correct
answer from A, B or C. Rubric: Question 5. You will hear about a python. Listen
ANSWERS Voice 1: Ben, don’t you think that the standard of English Voice 1: A 200 kg python, captured while trying to cross
Rubric: Question 1. You will hear about the standard of
carefully.
English in our country. Listen carefully.
a road on Monday night, escaped from the cage
in our country has declined?
where it was kept pending its transfer to Taiping
Voice 2: True, Eddy. I read from newspapers that many
fresh graduates are not able to speak English Zoo. The 10-metre long python, with a girth of
about 30 cm, was kept in a cage at the Pantai
fluently. Many have found difficulties in getting Remis Fire and Rescue Department compound. It
jobs in the private sector just because of poor managed to slither out of the makeshift cage which
proficiency in spoken English. was saddled with heavy fencing gates, iron bars and
Voice 1: What a pity. I hope that measures will be taken by covered with a thick fishing net. An all-out effort is
the relevant authorities to arrest the decline. being carried out to recapture the reptile.
Voice 2: Well, the youth themselves must be proactive to Rubric: Now listen again.
improve their proficiency in spoken English.
Rubric: Now listen again. Rubric: Question 6. You will hear about the time parents
spend on their children. Listen carefully.
Rubric: Question 2. You will hear about an interview. Voice 1: Parents are not solely to be blamed for spending
Listen carefully. less time with their children. Sometimes it is their
Voice 1: Ms Green, may I know where you get the children who are too busy to be with their parents.
inspiration to write books? The demand to do well in school examinations has
Voice 2: Well, it’s not so much about inspiration. It is the seen an increase in the number of tuition centres.
passion that I have. I just love to write books, Many children flock to tuition classes immediately
whether it is at home or while travelling. I must after school. When they come home, they are
admit that travelling provides a lot of opportunities exhausted mentally and want to be left alone. They
to write something about people of different seek solace in their smart phone and video games.
culture and ethnicity. Rubric: Now listen again.
Voice 1: Ms Green, do you have any advice for
budding writers? Rubric: Question 7. You will hear about buying a birthday
Voice 2: Don’t be depressed if your first writing is not present. Listen carefully.
well received. Keep on trying and develop your Voice 1: Good morning. Can I help you?
own style. Voice 2: Good morning. I would like to buy a birthday
Rubric: Now listen again. present for my sixteen year-old daughter.
Voice 1: What do you have in mind, madam?
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