24 English Form 2 Topic 2 GRAMMAR BITES GRAMMAR BITES Worksheet 3 Read the text below and correct the underlined errors. For each question, write the correct word in the space provided. Black Beauty’s Journey My childhood days (0) was happy ones. My mother was always caring. She used to say, ‘Do your work well, lift your feet (1) behind when you trot, and never bite or kick.’ I remembered her concern for me (2) since years to come but at that time, I paid little attention to it as I was young and had a good kind master. He (3) give us food, a good home and kind words. My master did not believe in selling us colts until we were four years old. He always said that colts should not work like (4) grow horses. But the time for my breaking in soon arrived. My master said that he would do it (5) myself as he did not want me frightened. Nonetheless, it was unpleasant as a great piece of steel had to be pushed into my mouth. My master encouraged me by feeding me oats (6) if together with his kind words, I slowly got used to it. Next came the saddle, and my master then (7) ride me around the field. I felt rather proud at (8) had performed well. When my master felt I was ready, I was sold to Squire Gordon. Adapted from: Black Beauty by Anna Sewell Example: 0 were Subject-verb agreement No Write your answer 1 up 2 for 3 gave 4 grown 5 himself 6 and 7 rode 8 having Parts of Speech Preposition Preposition Verb: Past simple Adjective Reflexive pronoun Conjunction Verb: Past simple Gerund Grammar Bites Theme: People & Culture Unit 7: Journeys (PULSE 2) Word Bank trot – run at its slowest speed colts – young male horses under the age of four saddle – a leather seat on a horse breaking in – training/ domesticating an animal CONTOH
25 English Form 2 Topic 2 Grammar Bites Grammar Bites Worksheet 4 Non-Textbook-Based Unit Read the text below and correct the underlined errors. For each question, write the correct word in the space provided. Invisible Bonds As a man was passing the elephants, he suddenly (0) stop, confused by the fact that these huge creatures were being held by only a small rope tied to their front leg. No chains, no cages. It was obvious that the elephants could, at anytime, (1) broke away from their bonds but for some reason, they did not. He saw (2) the trainer nearby and asked why these (3) animal just stood there and made no attempt to get away. ‘Well,’ the trainer said, ‘when they were very young and much (4) small, we used the same size of rope to tie them and at that age, it was enough to hold them. As they grow up, they are conditioned to believe they cannot break away. They believe the rope can still hold them, (5) because they never try to break free.’ The man was (6) amaze. These animals could break free from their bonds but because they believed they couldn’t, they were stuck right where (7) we were. Like the elephants, how (8) much of us go through life hanging onto a belief that we cannot do something, simply because we failed at it once before? Adapted from: https://www.livin3.com/5-motivational-and-inspiring-short-stories Example: 0 stopped Verb: Past simple No Write your answer 1 break 2 a 3 animals 4 smaller 5 so 6 amazed 7 they 8 many Parts of Speech Verb: Present simple Article Noun (plural) Comparative adjective Conjunction Adjective Personal pronoun Quantifier Theme: People & Culture Grammar Bites Word Bank bonds – ropes or chains that prevent someone escaping break away – escape conditioned – trained/ influenced mentally attempt – the act of trying to do something CONTOH
26 English Form 2 Topic 2 GRAMMAR BITES GRAMMAR BITES Worksheet 5 Read the text below and correct the underlined errors. For each question, write the correct word in the space provided. Earwax and Your Ears Some people swear by their cotton swabs, while (0) other say ear candles are the way to go. Maybe you are one of those that say you should never even (1) cleaned your ears. About the only thing doctors do agree on is that (2) put anything inside your ears is a bad idea. Your ears usually do a good job cleaning themselves and don’t need any extra care. The only (3) reasons you should clean them is to soften or remove earwax from the outside of your ear canals. And if you are going to do that, you’ll need to know (4) what to do it carefully. The reason we feel tempted to clean our ears (5) are because of that substance called cerumen, commonly known as earwax. It’s normal for your body to produce it, and it actually (6) help protect and lubricate your ears. If you didn’t have earwax, your ears would probably be itchy (7) or dry. It even has antibacterial properties, which means your ears are self-cleaning. Earwax is like a filter for your ears, (8) keep out harmful things like dirt and dust and trapping them, so they don’t go deep inside. Adapted from: https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/how-to-clean-your-ear#1 Example: 0 others Pronoun No Write your answer 1 clean 2 putting 3 reason 4 how 5 is 6 helps 7 and 8 keeping Parts of Speech Verb: Present simple Gerund Noun (plural) Conjunction Subject-verb agreement Verb: Present simple Conjunction Gerund Grammar Bites Unit 9: Take Care (PULSE 2) Theme: Health & Environment Word Bank earwax – the yellow sticky substance that forms in the outer ear swear by – believe strongly swabs – small pieces of soft material used for cleaning tempted – wanted to do something CONTOH
27 English Form 2 Topic 2 Grammar Bites Grammar Bites Worksheet 6 Read the text below and correct the underlined errors. For each question, write the correct word in the space provided. Coin Jar The coin jar is (0) the great way to save money and you may be surprised at how quickly it all (1) add up. It does, however, require a bit of discipline in that you must make it a point to not (2) spends it. Grab (3) itself a large cup or glass Mason jar. Begin each evening (4) in placing your family’s loose change from the day into the jar. You don’t have to limit it to coins, you can (5) throwing in dollar bills if there are any. Whenever the coin jar is full, sit down on the living room floor, dump (6) in the contents of the jar and start sorting. The rolled coins are then taken to the bank where they are (7) depositing into a savings account. This change often goes to pay for those extra items that we are not able to budget for such as a new laptop, smartphones and family vacations. Tape a picture of what you are (8) save for right on the side of the jar and refer to it often — keep it in a high-traffic area in your home. Adapted from: https://frugallysustainable.com/the-coin-jar-practical-tips-for-saving-money-a-little-bit-a-time/ Example: 0 a Article No Write your answer 1 adds 2 spend 3 yourself 4 by 5 throw 6 out 7 deposited 8 saving Parts of Speech Subject-verb agreement Verb: Present simple Reflexive pronoun Preposition Verb: Present simple Preposition Verb: Present simple (passive) Verb: Present continuous Grammar Bites Unit 6: Money (PULSE 2) Theme: Consumerism & Financial Awareness Word Bank loose change – coins that you have in pocket or purse vacations – holidays tape – fasten or attach with adhesive tape CONTOH
28 English Form 2 Topic 2 GRAMMAR BITES GRAMMAR BITES Worksheet 7 Read the text below and correct the underlined errors. For each question, write the correct word in the space provided. Home-cooked Meals There are so many e are so many (0) reason to cook at home. It’s surprising that we are not all doing it at least some of the time. For starters, research (1) show that regularly eating home-cooked meals as a family is linked to healthier and happier children and teenagers, (2) whose are less likely to use alcohol, drugs or cigarettes. Adults also reap considerable benefits from eating home-cooked meals. Research dults also reap considerable benefits from eating home-cooked meals. Research (3) find that people who eat home-cooked meals on a regular basis tend to be happier and (4) healthy and consume less sugar and processed foods, which can result in higher energy levels and better mental health. (5) Eat home-cooked meals five or more days a week is even associated with a longer life. (6) That mental health benefits increase considerably when we eat home-cooked meals with other people. In fact, communal meals can make us feel happier even outside of mealtimes. That’s partly because social connections reinforced over meals can help us cultivate a sense of belonging (7) but even reduce symptoms of depression. Sharing the joy of home cooking also preserves cultural knowledge and history as we pass recipes (8) between generation to generation. Adapted from: https://www.fix.com/blog/perks-of-home-cooked-meals/ Example: 0 reasons Noun (plural) No Write your answer 1 shows 2 who 3 finds 4 healthier 5 Eating 6 Those 7 and 8 from Parts of Speech Subject-verb agreement Relative pronoun Subject-verb agreement Comparative adjective Gerund Determiner (plural) Conjunction Preposition Grammar Bites Unit 9: Take Care (PULSE 2) Theme: Health & Environment Word Bank for starters – first of all, to start with reap – receive something good considerable – notably large in amount associated – connected with communal – used by a group of people CONTOH
29 Worksheet 1 Unit 9: Take Care (PULSE 2) Read the guidelines below and answer questions 1 to 8. Theme: Health & Environment Personal Physical and Emotional Recommendations I General Health Take a look at the big picture. Let anger go, forgive and forget, and your stomach ulcers and migraines might just leave you too. I Feelings Keep your emotional health on the right track. Understand how to cope with stress and improve your mood for a healthier, happier you! Look out for something you enjoy and do it. Get a few friends to share your passion and you may get to know your friends better too. I Diet Nutrition affects all aspects of your health from your energy level to your weight. Poor snack choice is bad for you and you know it. Get those nuts and dried fruits out. Embrace those crunchy vegetables and hold those chips and croissants at bay. I Fitness Grow younger with a workout plan that works for you. Staying inactive is unhealthy for you. Involve the family members if possible. A family that exercises together, stays together. Try to include exercise into activities you already do each day a week, such as taking the stairs, parking farther away from the store, or simply washing the car yourself. Complete the following graphic organiser. Choose no more than five words and/ or a number from the guidelines for each answer. For each question, write your answer in the space provided. Things that can get you down Reminders Things to improve yourself 1 Anger 2 Forgive and forget General Health 3 Stress Feelings Do something you enjoy 6 Eat crunchy vegetables 4 Poor snack choice 5 Eat chips and croissants Diet 8 Take the stairs Wash your car/ Park farther away 7 Staying inactive Fitness Information Transfer 3 Topic CONTOH
30 English Form 2 Topic 3 Worksheet 2 Theme: People & Culture Unit 7: Journeys (PULSE 2) Read the text below and answer questions 1 to 8. Exploring Maxwell Hill Maxwell Hill is one of the many tourist spots in Perak. It is located about 1250 m above sea level. It is the oldest hill station in Malaysia, built in 1884 by William Edward Maxwell, a British Assistant Resident, in Perak at that time. It is also the wettest place in the country as it experiences the highest rainfall. In 1910, Maxwell Hill became a permanent forest reserve. There are lots to see and do on Maxwell Hill. Beautiful daisies, tulips, roses and dahlias are in full bloom all year-round. Tourists can appreciate the colonial hill station with its panoramic views and cool weather. Taiping Lake Gardens, one of the oldest gardens in Malaysia, is found at the foot of the hill. Tourists can participate in birdwatching. They can also enjoy a cool splash at a waterfall. At the foot of the hill is the oldest zoo in Malaysia, the Taiping Zoo and the Night Safari, where tourists can watch various species of wild animals. Tourists usually take a cab to the foot of Maxwell Hill. From there, they take the government-owned Land Rover provided at a minimal fee to go up the hill. No private vehicles are allowed. The service runs every hour from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. These days, people are allowed to walk up the hill. However, it will take between four to five hours to reach the peak. Complete the following mind map. Choose no more than five words and/ or a number from the text for each answer. For each question, write your answer in the space provided. Features: 1 The oldest hill station 2 The wettest place in Malaysia Things you can see there: 3 Beautiful flowers 4 Colonial hill station • Taiping Lake Gardens Activities you can do there: 7 Birdwatching/ Watching wild animals 8 Swimming at a waterfall • Appreciating nature Transport to get there: 5 Take a cab 6 Take the Land Rover Maxwell Hill CONTOH
31 English Form 2 Topic 3 Worksheet 3 Unit 9: Take Care (PULSE 2) Read the text below and answer questions 1 to 8. Theme: Health & Environment Getting Fit for Kung Fu If only it were as simple to learn kung fu as it is in ‘The Matrix’. In the science-fiction film, Keanu Reeves’s character becomes a martial arts master in moments after the skills are uploaded directly into his head from a computer. In reality, there are no such shortcuts, and it takes years of training to master kung fu. Nonetheless, the longest journey begins with a single step. First of all, it is essential to have strong legs. Developing leg strength without unnecessary bulk can be achieved through weight training. Rather than aiming to move big weights, it is better to do a large number of repetitions with smaller weights. Besides that, balance is everything in kung fu. Buy a Swiss ball and spend a couple of hours a week working out your core muscles by doing sit-ups and press-ups with it. Kneeling on the ball and trying to stay upright will also help you to master your balance; and kung fu experts can hold their position near indefinitely. The quicker and more controlled your strikes are, the better. Therefore, you should try to develop your fast-twitch muscle fibres with plyometric exercises to improve your muscle coordination. Muscle fibres can be broken down into two main types – slow twitch and fast twitch. The latter are better at generating short bursts of strength, but they tire more quickly. Therefore, they must be trained to improve their efficiency. Apart from that, flexibility is of vital importance. The better it is, the less likely you are to get injured. To this end, try to include joint rotations into your stretching routine before a session. The most important thing to remember is to be patient and persistent. Training twice a week will get you to an intermediate level in around four or five years. Adapted from: The Sunday Times CONTOH
32 English Form 2 Topic 3 Complete the following mind map. Choose no more than five words and/ or a number from the text for each answer. For each question, write your answer in the space provided. Mastering Kung Fu Strong legs 2 Balance Achieved through 1 weight training with small weights Perform sit-ups and press-ups with a Swiss ball Take more 4 plyometric exercises Include 6 joint rotations when doing stretching exercises Reach an intermediate level in four or five years Maintain your training 8 twice a week 3 Muscle coordination 5 Flexibility 7 Patience Persistence CONTOH
33 English Form 2 Topic 3 Worksheet 4 Unit 8: Good Luck, Bad Luck (PULSE 2) Theme: People & Culture Read the text below and answer questions 1 to 8. Strange Superstitions from around the World Every culture has its own unique set of superstitions and superstitions vary from culture to culture all over the world. Here are some of the superstitious beliefs from the globe. ‘Let spiders live in the morning, kill spiders at night’ is a popular Japanese superstition stating that seeing a spider in the morning brings good luck while such an occurrence brings bad luck at night. One theory is that the spider’s morning visit symbolises a guest during the day, while the nightly encounter symbolises a thief. So if you see a spider at night, it means bad luck for you and you may kill it. Despite its world-class advancement in technology and manufacturing, South Korea, a country that was once rooted in shamanism, is awash with superstitions. In many countries, pigs are often seen as dirty animals but in Korea, they are representative of fertility and wealth. This is because the pronunciation of ‘pig’ is similar to the pronunciation for ‘jade’. Therefore, many Koreans believe that dreaming of pigs is a sign that great riches will soon be bestowed on them. Setting foot on a threshold, however, is believed to bring misfortune. This superstition dates back to the time of the Mongol invasion of Goryeo Korea, when the body of the deceased would remain in the home for some time. Afterwards, he or she would be carried out of the house in a coffin. Once the coffin had crossed the threshold of the front door, the boundary between the living world and the afterlife too, had been crossed. Therefore, it is bad luck for a living person to step on the threshold. Getting pooed on by a bird in England is deemed good luck! Even though there are many birds in the sky, it is supposedly more rare to be pooed on by one than it is to win the lottery. That’s why, if you are one of the ‘lucky’ ones who gets pooed on, it comes as a surprise and is deemed very lucky. It is also a good belief to make good of a bad situation. Besides, you may also have noticed that it rains a lot in the United Kingdom. So carrying an umbrella with you at all times becomes a necessity. However, make sure to never open your umbrella inside, as this is said that bad luck with ‘rain down’ on you. This superstition has lots of history to it, dating back to ancient Egypt when peacock feathers and papyrus were used to protect people from the sun. Opening them when indoors would be seen as an insult to the sun deity ‘Ra’ and you would be cursed. Later, in the Victorian era, umbrellas were constructed with steel spokes and opening one indoors could cause injury or eye loss. Superstition is a very big part of Russian culture. While many superstitions are largely ignored, many more are so common that they have become an inseparable part of everyday Russian etiquette. Many people in Russia believe that yellow flowers are a symbol of sadness, deceit or an impending break-up. So don’t give your date a big yellow bouquet! Doing so is a sign of bad luck and signifies the end of a relationship. However, faded flowers bring new acquisitions. So don’t throw away a bouquet of flowers but keep them for a few days. Flowers that fade in the house bring good news – the person who receives them will get something new pretty soon. CONTOH
34 English Form 2 Topic 3 Complete the following mind map. Choose no more than three words and/ or a number from the text for each answer. For each question, write your answer in the space provided. Japan Good luck: See a spider 1 in the morning Bad luck: See a spider 2 at night South Korea England Russia Good luck: 3 Dreaming of pigs Bad luck: Setting foot 4 on a threshold Good luck: Getting pooed on 5 by a bird Bad luck: 6 Open an umbrella indoors Good luck: 7 Faded flowers bring new acquisitions Bad luck: Give loved ones 8 yellow flowers Superstitions from around the World Worksheet 5 Unit 9: Take Care (PULSE 2) Read the text below and answer questions 1 to 8. Theme: Health & Environment It’s Time to Take Care of Your Skin Taking care of your skin is equally as important as your other organs. But having good skin means proper maintenance to help it reach its full potential. When you are a baby, you have soft, smooth skin, rich in moisture. But with age comes wrinkles, sun damage, sagging skin and many more. Having proper skincare is essential to help slow down the harmful effects of times, as well as your environment. That’s why you need to first identify your skin type and select the most suitable skincare products. People have different types of skin. Some might have oily skin with enlarged pores, dull complexion, pimples and blackheads. Oily skin could be caused by stress, puberty or heat. Having too much stress at school or living in a hot and humid country could contribute to oily skin. There are ways to treat oily skin. First, wash your face twice a day thoroughly, especially after sweating profusely. Next, use a gentle cleanser and avoid scrubbing the face. There are food which are good for oily skin. Cucumbers have medicinal properties to hydrate the skin because they contain a CONTOH
35 English Form 2 Topic 3 Complete the following graphic organiser. Choose no more than three words and/ or a number from the text for each answer. For each question, write your answer in the space provided. Oily Skin Features Dry Skin • 1 enlarged pores • 2 dull complexion • pimples • blackheads • 5 barely seen pores • 6 rough complexion • red patches Characteristics • stress • 3 puberty • heat • genes • 7 hormonal changes • weather • medications Causes • wash your face twice daily • use a gentle cleanser • 4 avoid scrubbing face • 8 take shorter showers • apply moisturiser Care Routine • cucumbers • lemons • olive oil • oysters Diet large amount of water. Lemons too, can absorb the oil on the face, so they can also be applied on the face. The other skin type is dry skin. People with dry skin have barely seen pores, rough complexion and red patches. It could be caused by genes, hormonal changes, weather or medications. Being exposed to hot and cold weather might also dry the skin. In order to treat dry skin, people need to take shorter showers as longer showers may dry the skin more. It is important to apply moisturiser on your face too. As for food, include olive oil and oysters in your daily diet. Olive oil protects the skin from UV rays, while oysters contain zinc that helps repair the skin. CONTOH
36 Worksheet 1 Non-Textbook-Based Unit Read the text below and answer questions 1 to 10. Questions 1 to 8 Answer the questions below. Choose no more than three words and/ or a number from the text for each answer. For each question, write your answer in the space provided. 1 The Mid-Autumn Festival will be celebrated grandly at the Vibrant Mall this year. 2 According to Mr Wong, 500 lanterns will be given to shoppers to join in the parade. The Mid-Autumn Festival The Mid-Autumn Festival this year will be celebrated at the Vibrant Mall in a big way. The mall will be decorated with thousands of colourful lit lanterns with a lantern parade. According to its complex manager, Mr Wong, more than 500 lanterns will be given away before the parade starts for shoppers to join in. ‘As we all know, lantern or light, symbolises blessings, hopes and wishes in the Chinese culture. Therefore, we would like to use a thousand lights to represent or to bring a thousand hopes and blessings from our mall to our valuable shoppers in this festive season,’ he said. The lantern parade will be flagged off from the main entrance, circulating Vibrant Plaza, together with attractive performances by the Lion and Dragon Dance troupe. There are also many tales around the origin of the festival. The most famous one is about the beautiful Chang’e, who became the goddess of the moon after she took an elixir of immortality from a high-ranking deity. The Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Mooncake Festival, is a 1 000-year tradition, and is the Chinese version of Thanksgiving. It is held on the 15th day of the eighth month of the lunar calendar when the moon appears at its fullest and brightest. Chinese families will gather during the festive month over fragrant tea. They will eat mooncakes and pomelos to celebrate harmony, family unity and togetherness. Mooncake is a dense, sweet pastry that is baked or steamed, and typically enjoyed with tea. Most mooncakes are filled with lotus paste and salted egg yolk while others contain red bean or date paste, as well as fruit, nuts and seeds. People will also give mooncakes to family members and colleagues. You can also find mooncakes in flavours like green tea, chocolate, yam and Musang King, too. Short Answers 4 Topic Theme: People & Culture CONTOH
37 English Form 2 Topic 4 3 Lanterns symbolise blessings, hopes and wishes in the Chinese culture. 4 The attractive performances by the Lion and Dragon Dance troupe will be held with the lantern parade. 5 Chang’e became the goddess of the moon after she took an elixir of immortality from a high-ranking deity. 6 The Mid-Autumn Festival is also called the Mooncake Festival . 7 The Mid-Autumn Festival is celebrated on the 15th day of the eighth month of the lunar calendar . 8 Traditionally, mooncakes have lotus paste and salted egg yolk while others contain red bean/ date paste , as well as fruit, nuts and seeds. Questions 9 and 10 Complete the table below with a word from the text. For each question, write your answer in the space provided. Meaning Word 9 a magical medicinal potion elixir 10 moving around circulating Worksheet 2 Non-Textbook-Based Unit Read the text below and answer questions 1 to 10. Simple Methods for Purifying Water Water is life. It’s the truth. Without water, we can’t survive, and in fact, without clean water, surviving is difficult. We need clean water to live. Unfortunately, in this modern world of chemical runoff and contamination, our sources of water are becoming less present and less reliable. How can we have clean water? Luckily, that is completely doable, and lots of folk are already doing it. Here are a few ways for us to join them. 1 The sun Sunlight is a great way to take clear water, without lots of sediments and such, from looking clean to being clean, and it only relies on the planet’s greatest source of energy: the sun. Clean or filtered water should be put into a clear glass container and left in the sun for a minimum of six hours, and the sun will destroy any pathogens that can cause waterborne illnesses. PVC bottles should be completely avoided. 2 Boiling To make sure all bacteria have been killed, the water should be kept boiling for at least five minutes. In order to get rid of solids, metals and minerals, the boiled water should be allowed to settle. Some chemicals will be removed as vapour. Purified water can then be used from the top. Theme: Health & Environment CONTOH
38 English Form 2 Topic 4 Questions 1 to 8 Answer the questions below. Choose no more than three words and/ or a number from the text for each answer. For each question, write your answer in the space provided. 1 Water is equated to life . 2 The three ways to get clean water are the sun, boiling and gravity . 3 Sunlight is one great way to take clear water. 4 Water should be left out in the sun for six hours . 5 Boiling should be done for five minutes to make sure all the bacteria are killed . 6 The boiled water is allowed to settle to get rid of solids, metals and minerals . 7 Filter layers of activated charcoal, sand and small gravel can remove progressively smaller particles . 8 The gravity method can be used if your water is cloudy. Adapted from: https://www.onegreenplanet.org/lifestyle/purify-water-naturally/ 3 Gravity Yes, gravity filters are another good option. Though some are not sure of the final results, many would be content to drink this water compared to tap water. Basically, the design requires a container that allows water to drain out of the bottom and to be poured in at the top. Filter layers of activated charcoal, sand and small gravel remove progressively smaller particles. If water happens to be cloudy or the user is still untrusting, this method can definitely be used to clear it up before utilising one of the other methods to kill the bacteria. Perhaps now it’s a good time to start thinking about how we can purify our own water at home. Most tap water is safe to drink but likely loaded with things we don’t necessarily want in our bodies. Fluoride and chlorine are still added to tap water, and many contaminants still make it through the system. Bottled water is not any better as due to leaching, it is linked to all sorts of health issues. In short, the ability to purify our own water − the source of all life − opens up the opportunity to be much healthier. CONTOH
39 English Form 2 Topic 4 Worksheet 3 Non-Textbook-Based Unit Read the text below and answer questions 1 to 10. Questions 9 and 10 Complete the table below with a word from the text. For each question, write your answer in the space provided. Meaning Word 9 it can be achieved/ performed doable 10 choice option Adapted from: http://kidsahead.com/external/article/1621 Robotic Art Arm A small robotic arm can bring your digital sketches to life by recreating your on-screen drawings with a pen and paper. The robotic drawing arm was designed by a team of researchers, who combined their knowledge of kinetic art, drawing machines and internet-connected microprocessor chips to develop the idea. The arm, dubbed Line-us, mimics the user’s drawing motions to recreate a digital sketch with pen and paper, by connecting to an app via Wi-Fi. ‘At its heart, the machine was developed to be a device for people to play with,’ said Robert Poll, a technologist and one of Line-us’ co-founders. ‘We wanted to create a product that was engaging and fun, rather than something that solved a particular problem or fulfilled a need,’ Poll told Live Science. ‘Our hope is that Line-us encourages people to doodle and draw, but also to find new and creative ways to use it to do things we haven’t thought of.’ Poll said there’s a lot of work involved with moving from working prototypes to a product that can be manufactured, but the researchers are getting ready for the October release of the first 1 000 units for its funders. Line-us is designed to work on iPads, iPhones, Android tablets and smartphones, as well as on Mac and PCs. ‘You can use either a stylus or your finger to make the drawings that the robotic arm will mimic,’ the researchers said. The reseachers have also brainstormed ideas for ‘accessories’ for the current version of the drawing robot. ‘We won’t really know what direction we’ll want to take until we see what people do with the first batch of machines. We’re looking forward to finding out though,’ Poll said. Theme: Science & Technology CONTOH
40 English Form 2 Topic 4 Questions 1 to 8 Answer the questions below. Choose no more than three words and/ or a number from the text for each answer. For each question, write your answer in the space provided. 1 A small robotic arm can bring your digital sketches to life. 2 Apart from their knowledge of kinetic art and drawing machines, the researchers used internet-connected microprocessor chips to develop the idea. 3 The robotic arm is called Line-us . 4 Rather than to solve problems, the robotic arm is a product that is engaging and fun . 5 Other than encouraging people to doodle and draw , Line-us also hopes users will find new and creative ways to use it. 6 The researchers are getting ready to release first 1 000 units of robotic art arms on October. 7 Line-us is designed to work on iPads, iPhones, Android tablets and smartphones, as well as on Mac and PCs/ personal computers . 8 Other than a stylus, you can also use your finger to create the drawing the robotic arm will copy. Questions 9 and 10 Complete the table below with a word from the text. For each question, write your answer in the space provided. Meaning Word 9 the first version of products prototypes 10 gave something a particular name dubbed CONTOH
41 English Form 2 Topic 4 Worksheet 4 Read the text below and answer questions 1 to 10. Make a Savings Plan Saving money can be really hard when you’re a child. There’s always something fun to buy, especially when it can be hard to get money in the first place. If you really want to save money though, it will be easier if you set a specific goal for yourself. ✔ Goal Set a specific goal for how much you want to spend. Saving your money will be a lot easier if you have a particular amount in mind. Are you saving up for something? Setting a goal will help you stay motivated, especially as you get closer to reaching that goal! For example, if you want to buy a bike, your goal might be having enough money to buy the bike, plus the price of a helmet and any other safety gear you need. Even if your goal is just to save as much money as you can, you can still set milestone goals. If you are planning to order something online, you’ll usually need to pay for an extra shipping fee as well. ✔ Keep in a safe place Keep your money somewhere safe, like a piggy bank in your closet. If you want to save money, you need to put it somewhere where it can’t be lost or stolen. It’s also a good idea to keep it somewhere out of sight, since you won’t be tempted to spend it if you aren’t constantly looking at it! Don’t keep all of your money in your wallet, since it’s too easy to accidentally lose track of it while you’re out somewhere. Instead, put your money into a piggy bank, an envelope or even a shoebox, and keep it in a secure spot, like your closet or your dresser. ✔ Keep track Make a chart to keep track of how much you have saved. Once you set your goal, draw a long rectangle with RM0 at one end and your savings goal at the other. Mark lines along the chart that represent RM10 or RM20. Every time you add money to your savings, colour in the rectangle or use stickers to show how close you are to reaching your goal! Try putting the chart on your wall or desk where you’ll see it often. This will help you stay motivated to keep saving! You can even decorate your chart with pictures of what you’re saving for. If you’re saving for a new bike, for instance, draw or paste a picture of a bike onto your chart to help keep you focused on what you really want. If you have a smartphone or a tablet, you can even download a savings app like iPiggiBank or PiggyBot to help you keep track of your savings. Questions 1 to 8 Answer the questions below. Choose no more than three words and/ or a number from the text for each answer. For each question, write your answer in the space provided. 1 Being a child is hard to save money . 2 You need to set a specific goal on how much money you want to spend. 3 Setting a goal will help you stay motivated to save money. 4 If you want to save money, you need to put your money somewhere where it can't be lost or stolen . Adapted from: https://www.wikihow.com/Save-Money-as-a-Kid Unit 6: Money (PULSE 2) Theme: Consumerism & Financial Awareness CONTOH
42 English Form 2 Topic 4 5 It is not safe to keep all your money in your wallet because it is too easy to accidentally lose track of it while you are out somewhere. 6 Put your money into a piggy bank, an envelope or even a shoebox, and keep it in a secure spot . 7 You can keep track of your money by making a chart . 8 Place the chart at a place where you can see it often . Questions 9 and 10 Complete the table below with a word from the text. For each question, write your answer in the space provided. Meaning Word 9 copy information or programs into a computer's memory download 10 a significant stage in the development of something milestone Worksheet 5 Unit 9: Take Care (PULSE 2) Read the text below and answer questions 1 to 10. Theme: Health & Environment The Best and Worst Time to Eat Fruits One of the healthiest foods for our body is fruits. Along with being the healthiest, they are surrounded by many myths like when and how to eat them. Doctors always recommend to have fruits every day just like your other meals. Fruits are loaded with vitamins, minerals, fibre and antioxidants, thus what can be a better time than morning to have them and get all their nutrients. Morning is considered to be the best time to consume fruits as the digestive system breaks down the fruit sugar quickly and provides our body with all the nutrients. Fruits can serve as one of the best snacks. When eaten as a snack, they stop you from eating junk food. This may help you with weight loss. Having fruits before a workout can provide the body with instant energy required to perform the workout. The powerhouse of energy of fruits can provide you with healthy nutrients required for a workout. After a workout session, your body loses its energy and there can be no better snack than fruits to get that instant energy. Low in calories, high in minerals and fibre, fruits help you fulfil the nutrients required by your body. CONTOH
43 English Form 2 Topic 4 Questions 1 to 8 Answer the questions below. Choose no more than five words and/ or a number from the text for each answer. For each question, write your answer in the space provided. 1 The myths that surround fruits are when and how to eat them. 2 The worst time to eat fruits is right before bedtime/ before you go to bed . 3 Morning is considered the best time to eat fruits because the digestive system breaks down the fruit sugar quickly and provides our body with all the nutrients. 4 Fruits are the best snacks because they stop you from eating junk food . 5 It is advisable to eat fruits before a workout as fruits can provide the body with instant energy required to perform the workout. 6 It is not good to have fruits before bedtime because fruits can increase one’s blood sugar level , which can keep one awake. 7 It is advisable to have dinner or fruits two hours before bedtime . 8 If you eat fruits right before meals, you may suffer from indigestion . Adapted from: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/health-fitness/diet/the-best-and-worsttime-to-eat-fruits/photostory/65780168.cms?picid=65780247 Having fruits right before you go to sleep is not a good idea, in fact, it’s the worst. Doing so can increase one’s blood sugar level, which can keep one awake. It’s also recommended to have dinner at least two hours before you sleep because eating meals near your bedtime can lead to indigestion and so can fruits. It’s said a gap of 30 minutes should be maintained between your fruit intake and meals. If eaten right after or right before meals, it may lead to indigestion and your body won’t get all the essential nutrients. Diabetic patients should wait for at least one hour before and two hours after a meal to have fruits. Having fruits along with other meals can slow down the digestion process, which means the fruits sit for longer time in the stomach that can also lead to its fermentation. Fruits are rich in fibre, which get digested slowly and having them with meals slows down the process even more. CONTOH
44 English Form 2 Topic 4 Questions 9 and 10 Complete the table below with a word from the text. For each question, write your answer in the space provided. Meaning Word 9 suggest recommend 10 necessary or needed essential Worksheet 6 Non-Textbook-Based Unit Read the text below and answer questions 1 to 10. Benefits of Studying in Groups ✔ Learn faster and effectively Studying together in groups, students tend to learn faster and more efficiently than self-study. Suppose you have difficulty in understanding one section of a chapter, but it may be quite clear to your fellow students. When you study in a group, you can quickly learn the concept by asking questions to your friend. So, you do not have to boggle your mind learning a topic. ✔ Study group promotes creativity Studying in groups helps to promote creativity and critical thinking as questions and explanations arise in debates and discussions. It creates an interactive environment that not only helps to improve knowledge but also reinforces learning. When you study in a group, the chance of missing anything is rare. ✔ Stop procrastinating When you study alone, a sense of procrastination or doing it later might creep in. You might find out several excuses to rationalise postponing your study. You might want to check Facebook and Instagram or take a nap. On the other hand, in a study group environment, there are rare chances of procrastination. Even if you wish to postpone things, there will always be someone who will push you to study. ✔ Break the boredom One of the biggest disadvantages of self-study is boredom. It is not surprising to feel monotonous when you study alone. Boredom will cause you to lose focus and you might engage in some other activities, or again, procrastinate. When you study in groups, monotony and boredom are rare because you have other fellow students to interact and study in a friendly environment that invokes learning. ✔ Resolve problems Imagine a situation when you are trying to solve a problem and you get stuck with no one to help you. When you study a subject, numerous questions may pop up in your mind. However, you have to wait to ask your teacher or tutor to get the answer. Until then the question will bog you down. On the flip side, when you are studying in a group, you have other students to consult and to help you when you are stuck. Adapted from: https://www.plancess.com/jee-mag/benefits-of-studying-in-groups/ Theme: People & Culture CONTOH
45 English Form 2 Topic 4 Questions 1 to 8 Answer the questions below. Choose no more than five words and/ or a number from the text for each answer. For each question, write your answer in the space provided. 1 Students tend to learn faster and more efficiently when studying in groups than doing self-study. 2 Studying in groups promotes creativity and critical thinking as questions and explanations come up in debates and discussions. 3 When you are studying in a group, chances of you missing anything is very rare . 4 Procrastination sets in when you study alone . 5 One of the benefits of study group is when you want to postpone studying, someone in the group will push you to study . 6 When you study alone, boredom and monotony will set in. 7 Boredom is rare when you study in a group because you have other fellow students to interact and study in a friendly environment. 8 When you are stuck in answering a question in a study group environment, you have other students to help you . Questions 9 and 10 Complete the table below with a word from the text. For each question, write your answer in the space provided. Meaning Word 9 lacking in variety and interest monotonous 10 have difficulty understanding something boggle CONTOH
46 Worksheet 1 You are going to read an article about ginger and garlic. Six sentences have been removed from the article. Choose from the sentences (A – H) to fit each gap (1 – 6). There are two extra sentences which you do not need to use. For each question, mark the correct answer (A – H). A Garlic, on the other hand, is famous for its anti-inflammatory and antiviral properties. B However, it is not advisable for asthma patients to consume a lot of garlic. C Ginger is a herb native to India and China. D More and more people are paying increased amount of attention to what they are eating and practising best hygiene. E A good digestion is the real key to weight loss. F Our pantry is often stocked with healing herbs and spices that could do wonders for our immunity. G You may have heard your grandmothers recommending a cup of ginger-garlic tea for so many of your health woes. H A study published in the Journal of Nutrition revealed an association between garlic and fat-burning. Garlic and Ginger for Immunity and Weight Loss We are in the midst of countrywide lockdown, and it is perhaps the first time in many years that the whole world had prioritised health over anything else. As you would know the novel Coronavirus has afflicted millions of people around the world, and this precarious situation has led many countries to announce a lockdown. 1 D Immunity is defined as the balanced state where the body is able to fight disease-causing agents. 2 F Take ginger and garlic for instance; they are so much more than mere flavouring agents for your curries and stew. Ginger’s medicinal properties are very popular in Ayurveda; it is considered as a traditional remedy for indigestion, nausea and bloating. 3 A They are both very potent herbs in themselves; together they can weave magic, especially when it comes to immunity and weight management. Brewing ginger and garlic tea is perhaps one of the best ideas to enjoy their goodness together. According to the book ‘Healing Foods’, ginger’s ‘volatile oils have anti-inflammatory properties similar to those of NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), which makes it an excellent remedy for flu, headaches and menstrual pains. It can also lower medication intake in osteoarthritis.’ Garlic has high sulphur content that helps fight infections. It is famous for its antiviral and antiparasitic properties that help ease symptoms of cold and cough. 4 B Ginger-garlic tea is also a great idea to aid in weight loss. Ginger is very effective in keeping your digestive system in good shape. Ginger helps heal the gut, fastens movement of food through the gastrointestinal tract, and reduces bloating and cramps. It is useful in getting the digestive juices flowing. 5 E As for garlic, it is useful in flushing out toxins. Garlic could help rev up your metabolism naturally. It is also known to be an appetite-suppressant. 6 H Drinking the ginger-garlic tea helps you take good advantages of ginger’s and garlic’s antibiotic and anti-inflammatory characteristics. By the way, ginger-garlic tea tastes delicious, particularly with honey and lemon. Matching Gapped Text 5 Topic Unit 9: Take Care (PULSE 2) Theme: Health & Environment CONTOH
47 English Form 2 Topic 5 A It is small enough that you barely notice it in a pocket of your bag. B Keeping a portable charger on hand to give your phone the juice it needs to be useful is important. C Not having access to light can make any event more frightening. D Having the ability to purify water in a survival situation can mean the difference between life and death. E They certainly don’t look cosy and comfy, but they do help reduce bodily heat loss at a pinch. F It adds to one’s sense of control on many dark streets and crowded public space. G This is problematic considering the way in which flying dehydrates the body. H If you are at a pinch, here is how to charge your phone as quickly as possible. Worksheet 2 You are going to read an article about carry-on items that could save one’s life. Six sentences have been removed from the article. Choose from the sentences (A – H) to fit each gap (1 – 6). There are two extra sentences which you do not need to use. For each question, mark the correct answer (A – H). Carry-on Items That Could Save Your Life Travelling light doesn’t have to mean travelling without the essentials that could be useful in an emergency. Space in a carry-on bag is precious, and even for seasoned travellers who know the smartest ways to pack one, deciding what to bring can be tricky. There are the things you need, the things you’d like to have and those little ‘what if’ luxuries that you may not use but sure could come in handy. As anyone who has travelled in the past two decades knows, most airport security points around the world will confiscate liquids above the 100ml limit at the security checkpoints. 1 G Thus, always carry a reusable water bottle that includes a filter. Easy access to water in case you are short of it, especially in an emergency or when in secluded places, is a life-saver. With our phones acting as our lifelines, travelling with one at low battery can be stress-inducing and if an emergency occurs, even dangerous. 2 B It also won’t take up much space in your bag at all. The peace of mind is worth it. 3 H You don’t have to be a germophobe to be put off by the concept of just how many germs reside on airplanes and in airports. For this reason, always carry a bottle of hand sanitiser. 4 A It is totally fine to take through any airports. When it comes to hygiene-related emergencies, you really can’t beat it. Believe it or not, alcohol-based hand sanitiser can even help you get a fire started, which could of course, be essential in a survival situation. If you are headed somewhere without easy access to drinkable water, and a filtered water bottle is too cumbersome for your carry-on, carrying water purification tablets is indeed helpful. 5 D They can be kept in your pocket, which is handy since you are not supposed to take everything with you in an emergency situation on a plane. You might feel like you are preparing for doomsday whenever you pack one of these, but a Mylar rescue blanket could be key to survival in the event of an emergency. 6 E Plus, they are affordable, compact and lightweight – meaning there is virtually no reason why you can’t stash one in your carry-on for those ‘just in case’ moments. In my opinion, all these items are valuable additions to our carry-on luggage – not just because they are pragmatic but because they could actually save one’s life. Unit 7: Journeys (PULSE 2) Theme: People & Culture CONTOH
48 English Form 2 Topic 5 Worksheet 3 Non-Textbook-Based Unit You are going to read a story about a kind-hearted doctor. Six sentences have been removed from the story. Choose from the sentences (A – H) to fit each gap (1 – 6). There are two extra sentences which you do not need to use. For each question, mark the correct answer (A – H). A He opens his Batang Kali clinic at 8.30 a.m. B I faced a tough time during my school and college days. C adding that Adam often distributes medicine for free. D Dr Adam comes to the village on his cycle every day E His father was a farmer. F Dr Adam charged RM5 when he was single. G Adam was a top student in his school. H His fee remains the same even for home visits. The RM10 Doctor No marks for guessing why Adam is famous as ‘RM10 doctor’ in his village. Adam charges RM10, and sometimes not even that as consultation fee from his patients at the Batang Kali village. He has been practising this for the last 22 years, when he first opened a clinic in the village with a mission to help the poor avail medical facility in the rural area. Adam, a Malayan University graduate, made the resolution since he was born in a poor family, and had to sell milk and pursue other part-time jobs to earn his degree. ‘ 1 B We have a small farm. I bought cattle and sold milk to pursue my education,’ Adam says. 2 D , reserving the use of his motorbike only for sunny days. He also creates awareness among people to use the cycle as a mode of transportation in order to lead a healthy life. 3 A He then begins examining patients who queue up to meet him. 4 H ‘Our doctor is really a good human being. He visits the houses of the elderly and the specially-abled, and doesn’t charge anything,’ says Yusof Ali, 5 C ‘We often try to force him to accept the payment for medicine at least, but he has always declined. He is a role model for all of us,’ Yusof says. The villagers are full of stories about Dr Adam’s determination to treat the poor for free. 6 F After his marriage, his wife, Dr Deepa, asked him to continue his routine, while she started practising in Maran town. He now charges RM10 and earns RM150 to RM200 every day. Theme: People & Culture CONTOH
49 English Form 2 Topic 5 A Add langsat fruit to your diet menu. B It is very potent in inhibiting the reproduction of cancer cells. C It contains adequate nutrition, minerals, fibre and vitamins, which are said to be useful for treating cancer, particularly the ones associated with our digestive system. D Its seeds have been known to be able to reduce fever. E langsat seeds are effective in treating the child’s intestinal worm infection. F Everyone loves langsat. G Langsat is a seasonal fruit and is found in tropical countries. H Langsat fruit contains riboflavin, which helps the body release energy from carbohydrates. Worksheet 4 Non-Textbook-Based Unit You are going to read an article about a type of fruit. Six sentences have been removed from the article. Choose from the sentences (A – H) to fit each gap (1 – 6). There are two extra sentences which you do not need to use. For each question, mark the correct answer (A – H). Langsat Fruit Langsat fruit, other than it is good for consumption, has many health benefits. We have a list just for you some of the health benefits of langsat fruit. Are you on a diet? Are you seeking to reduce those extra pounds? 1 A Now as you probably have known every diet relies on burning more calories than the amount of your caloric intake. In order to do this, a good body metabolism is needed, and langsat fruit does just exactly that. 2 H Langsat, other than its flesh is good for your diet, its skin is also good to cure cancer. 3 B Make sure that you clean it very carefully before you eat it. 4 C Additional to the various nutritional values that are in langsat fruit flesh is that other parts of langsat fruit can also be used, like the seeds. 5 D Generally, you don’t want to eat seeds because they taste bitter. Other than to reduce fever, if your child suffers from intestinal worm infection, 6 E This herbal method is easier to be done and is safer to be used regularly compared to drug-based worm treatment. Theme: Health & Environment CONTOH
50 English Form 2 Topic 5 A The factory had a programme that paid for art school tuition. B He was a prefect in his school. C I was always just trying to do well for myself. D He topped his class. E Del Vecchio continued to make wise business decisions over the years. F Just a few months earlier, his father had passed away. G he began noticing how many small metal cast parts went into making eyeglasses. H So he left everything behind in Milan for that opportunity. Worksheet 5 Non-Textbook-Based Unit You are going to read an article about Leonardo Del Vecchio. Six sentences have been removed from the article. Choose from the sentences (A – H) to fit each gap (1 – 6). There are two extra sentences which you do not need to use. For each question, mark the correct answer (A – H). Del Vecchio’s Rags-to-riches Story Leonardo Del Vecchio was born in Milan, Italy, in 1935. 1 F His mother could not afford to raise him alone, so she gave him to an orphanage. When he was a teenager, he became an apprentice to a tool and die maker and then got a job at a factory called Johnson that produced medals and badges. 2 A So, he studied at night and worked during the day. After graduating, he was given the new job of head machinist, stamping badge patterns into metals. After years of working in these factories, 3 G He knew that there was a huge demand for them. He used his skills to open his own studio to manufacture eyeglasses in Milan. When he was 26, he learned that a town called Agordo, was offering free land to anyone who opened a factory there. 4 H 5 E The corporation now produces Ray-Ban, Coach, Oakley, Prada and much more. According to Forbes, Del Vecchio has an estimated $22.6 billion net worth. During an interview, he said, ‘When I was starting out, I never thought I would get this far. 6 C ’ Theme: People & Culture CONTOH
51 English Form 2 Topic 5 A As many of the craftswomen live in rural areas, they have to rely on middlemen and suppliers to market their goods. B Three years ago, she quit her teaching job. C which are prized possessions among Sarawakian tribes D Copper posts photographs of her beaded jewellery on Instagram and shares images through WhatsApp. E She later set about designing her own line and selling it. F Sarawak's beadwork used to be only known mostly to people in the state. G They get huge profits from the beads. H They love Sarawakian beads. Worksheet 6 Non-Textbook-Based Unit You are going to read an article about beaded jewellery. Six sentences have been removed from the article. Choose from the sentences (A – H) to fit each gap (1 – 6). There are two extra sentences which you do not need to use. For each question, mark the correct answer (A – H). Pride of Sarawak Beaded jewellery is part of Bidayuh heritage in Sarawak that Wini Copper is proud of, and she is keen to preserve and promote it. 1 B She then started building her beaded jewellery brand, MMCollection. She learnt to make ceramic beads at a course organised by the state government. 2 E 3 F Beaded crafts and accessories were made by women for their own tribes’ ceremonial use, or sold mostly at local handicraft markets or fairs. 4 A While these women have the skills, they lack the means and knowledge to market their products. 5 D She has also quickly leveraged on social media’s long reach to gain a wider audience. Copper’s business is also thriving because she is passionate about Sarawakian beads, 6 C like Bidayuh, Kayan, Orang Ulu and Kelabit. Theme: People & Culture CONTOH
52 Worksheet 1 Unit 6: Money (PULSE 2) Theme: Consumerism & Financial Awareness Read the message from your sister, Meghan. Hi Kate , Mum’s birthday is just around the corner. Shall we buy a gift for mother? I’m thinking of getting her a pair of plush slippers, or a flower heart necklace , or a cosy robe , or a handbag — or maybe something else. Let me know what you think! Meghan In about 70 words, write a message to Meghan giving your opinion. (Suggested answer) Hi Meghan, I think we should buy Mum self-care products. Every mother deserves a luxurious self-care moment, and this at-home pamper set from Innisfree will step up mother’s game. Included are a body brush, which gently exfoliates with horse hair and sisal bristles, and a solid lotion ‘body stone’, which softens on contact with skin to dispense a delicious-smelling formula of cocoa butter, almond oil and avocado oil. The whole thing comes packaged in a pretty make-up bag, so she won’t have any trouble finding it among her other toiletries. We can go to Paradigm Mall this weekend. There is a sale on, so we can get it at a discounted price. From, Kate Short Communicative 6 Message Topic How did you do? Very good Satisfactory Below Average Content Communicative Achievement Language Organisation CONTOH
53 English Form 2 Topic 6 Worksheet 2 Unit 7: Journeys (PULSE 2) Theme: People & Culture Read the email from your English-speaking friend, Devansh Oza. [email protected] [email protected] Subject Holiday – Where To Go From To Hi, I’ve been longing for summer holidays to start. I’m thinking of travelling to Thailand, Singapore, the Philippines or Malaysia, but I haven’t made up my mind where to go. Where do you suggest since you’re well travelled? Looking forward to your suggestions! Thank you. Bye. Devansh In about 70 words, write an email to Devansh Oza giving him some suggestions. Subject From To [email protected] [email protected] Re: Holiday – Where To Go Hi Devansh, I suggest you come over to my beautiful country, Malaysia. Travelling to Malaysia should be on your bucket list for many reasons. With Malaysia’s long colonial history, it boasts an array of colonial architecture. If you’re interested in this blast from the past, there can be no better spot to visit than Melaka. If you’re a beach lover, Redang Island and Perhentian Island are not to be missed. Malaysian jungles are home to some of the most interesting wildlife that can’t be found anywhere else. One top spot to admire wildlife in its natural habitat is in Taman Negara National Park. A visit to Malaysia would not be complete if you’ve not savoured the local authentic street food. You get to titillate your taste buds with delicious blend of flavours and spices. After all, the plane ticket to Malaysia is much cheaper. Hope this information will help you decide. Have a great holiday! Regards, Dominic How did you do? Very good Satisfactory Below Average Content Communicative Achievement Language Organisation CONTOH
54 English Form 2 Topic 6 Worksheet 3 Unit 9: Take Care (PULSE 2) Theme: Health & Environment Read the message from your friend, Derek. Hi Adam, I ’m trying to lose some weight. I have put on a lot of weight recently due to a poor diet. The doctor has advised me to take good care of my health and well-being. Can you share some tips to help me lose weight naturally? Thank you in advance! Derek In about 70 words, write a message to Derek giving him some useful tips. (Suggested answer) Hi Derek, If you want to lose weight naturally, you should be aware of everything that you eat and drink each day. You need to have a balanced diet. So, choose foods that are full of nourishing nutrients. Cut back on sugar and refined carbohydrates. Next, mindful eating is a practice where you pay attention to how and where you eat your food. Many people tend to eat quickly on the run, in the car, studying at their desks and watching Netflix. As a result, they are barely aware of the food they are eating. So, take time to chew and savour your food. This technique helps with weight loss, as it gives your brain enough time to recognise the signals that you are full, which can help prevent overeating. A recent study shows that exercising for 200 minutes per week can help control your body weight successfully. So, get up and exercise regularly. I hope you find all these tips useful. From, Adam How did you do? Very good Satisfactory Below Average Content Communicative Achievement Language Organisation CONTOH
55 English Form 2 Topic 6 Worksheet 4 Unit 6: Money (PULSE 2) Theme: Consumerism & Financial Awareness Read the message from your sister, Ahila. In about 70 words, write a message to Ahila advising her about online scams. Hi, Sis, I saw this beautiful dress on Lazada. I want to have it. Can you help me buy it online? I appreciate your help and I look forward to hearing from you. Ahila Hi Ahila, I saw the dress too. It is beautiful. I will try to get one for you but not from the online store. There are many reasons why I don’t like purchasing things online. First of all, it might be a scam. You might not get anything after paying for it. Next, you might get a dress of low quality and not the one you saw it on Lazada. I have heard many horrifying stories like this. Online shopping scams involve scammers pretending to be legitimate online sellers, either with a fake website or a fake ad on a genuine retailer site. While many online sellers are legitimate, unfortunately scammers can use the anonymous nature of the internet to rip off unsuspecting shoppers. So be smart and act wise. There are some warning signs that we can detect. For example, a product is advertised at an unbelievably low price, or is advertised to have amazing benefits or features that sound too good to be true. Also, the social media-based store is very new and selling products at very low prices. The store may have limited information about the delivery and other policies. We’ve to be careful. So, I will look around Moonway Shopping Complex and get you the same dress. Love, Keisha How did you do? Very good Satisfactory Below Average Content Communicative Achievement Language Organisation CONTOH
56 English Form 2 Topic 6 Worksheet 5 Unit 9: Take Care (PULSE 2) Theme: Health & Environment Read the email from your cousin, Tijah. Subject From To [email protected] [email protected] I Need Your HELP!!! Hi Cousin Ros, Exams are approaching and I have not been sleeping well. I’m at my wits’ end. It’s hard for me to eat well too. I don’t know what to do next. What should I do? I need your advice. Love, Tijah In about 70 words, write a reply to Tijah giving some advice. Subject From To [email protected] [email protected] Help Is On Your Way Hi Cousin, Heard your call for help. Don’t worry or panic. I know exams are just around the corner. This is the time for you to keep cool as a cucumber. Make sure you keep yourself hydrated. Drink at least eight-ounce glasses, which equals to about two litres of water a day. Next, keep a timetable on what needs to be done so that you can cover all your subjects and stick to it. Finally, go for a walk every evening. An hour of walking will do you good. By doing all these, I’m sure you will be able to sleep and eat well. Take care. Rest well. All the best! Love, Rosnah How did you do? Very good Satisfactory Below Average Content Communicative Achievement Language Organisation CONTOH
57 English Form 2 Topic 6 Worksheet 6 Non-Textbook-Based Unit Read the email from your friend, Firdaus. Theme: Science & Technology [email protected] [email protected] Subject Science Fair From To Hi Redzuan, I heard your school is organising a Science Fair next week. Can you tell me the activities they will be having at the fair? Is it a good idea for me to come for the forthcoming fair? Let me know your thoughts. Thanks. Regards, Firdaus In about 70 words, write an email to Firdaus telling him the activities of the Science Fair. Persuade him to come for the fair. Subject From To [email protected] [email protected] Re: Science Fair Hi Firdaus, How are you doing, my dear friend? It’s true that my school is organising a Science Fair next week. There are many competitions that you can take part in. They are Inflate A Balloon activity, Checkerboard Play activity and Designing A Cup activity. It will be so much fun. There are interesting exhibitions, too. The first prize for the competition is tickets for two to Singapore. Just imagine if we win it, we can go for a holiday together. Do come and join me. Looking forward to hearing from you soon. Bye. Regards, Redzuan How did you do? Very good Satisfactory Below Average Content Communicative Achievement Language Organisation CONTOH
58 English Form 2 Topic 6 Worksheet 7 Non-Textbook-Based Unit Read the email from your friend, Adibah. Theme: People & Culture Subject From To [email protected] [email protected] Study Group Hi Husna, My exams are in 2 months’ time. I’ve been having problems concentrating on my studies. I’m thinking of forming a study group as part of my revision. Let me know what you think. Regards, Adibah Subject From To [email protected] [email protected] Re: Study Group In about 70 words, write an email to your friend giving her some advice. Hi Adibah, Forming a study group is a great idea. There are many benefits of forming a study group. Firstly, you can compare your notes with your friends. By doing so, you gain greater understanding of that particular subject. Next, a better student can help a weaker one. There will also be a healthy competition in the group. It will create an interactive environment that not only improves knowledge, but also reinforces learning. Being part of a study group helps to combat procrastination. Rather than falling to the personal pressure of procrastination, you can surround yourself with motivated, serious friends who can help get the ball rolling and who can become building blocks to success. So I think it is a good idea for you to be in a study group as part of your revision. Regards, Husna How did you do? Very good Satisfactory Below Average Content Communicative Achievement Language Organisation CONTOH
59 Cemerla n g Bra ni ergy • bite • gulp • munch • gobble • dine • gorge • devour • chew • swallow • champ • bolt • chomp • grab • crunch • demolish • diet • lick • graze • nibble • sample • wolf • snack • gnaw • savour • peck at • pick at • scoff/ scarf • fall on • choke down • dig in • fork • spoon • snarf • tuck in To describe ways of eating • sip • slurp • chug • down • sup • swill • gulp • guzzle • lap • force down • swig • wash down • quaff • put away • nurse • glug To describe ways of drinking • spread • blaze • burn • flame • ignite • crackle • roar • engulf • glow • flicker • spurt • light To describe a fire • prowl • sneak • pad • slink • loiter • creep • slip • totter • limp • stumble • shuffle • stagger • stroll • hobble • wobble • strut • wander • stride • waddle • amble • saunter • steal • patter • teeter • toddle • reel • falter To describe ways of walking • explain • plead • appeal • emphasise • reply • confess • admit • whisper • exclaim • hiss • murmur • mutter • breathe • croak • croon • insist • command • mumble • gabble • jabber • babble • slur • gibber • purr • equivocate • bleat • burble To describe ways of talking • sunny • breezy • misty • foggy • bleak • chilly • freezing • warm • snowy • hazy • cloudy • windy • stormy • humid • frosty • blistering • scorching • stifling • torrid • dry • clear • balmy • gusty • damp • toasty • sweltering • sticky • steaming • like a furnace • like an oven • glorious To describe weather DESCRIPTIVE WORDS • ooze • run • drool • drop • flow • trickle • dribble • drip • gush • squirt • spurt • splash • spill • foam • discharge • stream • drain • disgorge • flood • pour • swill • well To describe liquids Cemerlang Brainergy 1.0 CONTOH
60 English Form 2 Topic 6 Cemerla n g Bra ni ergy There are hundreds of idioms that people use to describe feelings and emotions. The following are some of the examples: Happy ✿ in a good mood ✓ on top of the world ✓ in high spirits ✓ full of the joys of spring ✿ feeling very happy ✓ in seventh heaven ✓ on cloud nine ✓ as happy as the day is long ✓ as happy as a clam/ as happy as Larry ✓ like a dog with two tails ✿ very pleased ✓ over the moon ✓ thrilled to bits ✓ be tickled pink ✿ smiling because one is pleased ✓ be all smiles ✓ beam/ grin/ smile from ear to ear ✓ like a cat that got/ steal the cream Sad ✿ feeling sad ✓ in low spirits ✓ not a happy bunny ✓ down in the mouth ✓ down in the dumps ✿ sad and disappointed ✓ eat your heart out ✓ feel sick at heart ✓ have a lump in your throat ✿ becoming emotional ✓ go/ fall to pieces ✓ cry your eyes out ✓ sob your heart out ✿ don’t know what to say ✓ words fail me ✓ be lost for words ✓ be struck dumb Worried ✿ worry ✓ wring your hands ✓ weigh on your mind ✿ very worried ✓ tear your hair out ✓ be at your wits’ end ✓ be worried sick ✓ be beside yourself ✿ being nervous or anxious ✓ on edge ✓ a bag/ bundle of nerves ✓ get/ have the jitters ✿ feeling nervous ✓ have butterflies in your stomach ✓ bite your nails/ fingernails ✓ your heart is in your mouth ✓ your legs/ knees feel like jelly Health and Energy ✿ very tired ✓ on your hands and knees ✓ dead on your feet ✓ fit/ ready to drop ✿ feeling unwell ✓ under the weather ✓ look/ feel like death warmed up ✓ not so/ too hot ✿ full of energy ✓ full of beans ✓ as fresh as a daisy ✓ bright-eyed and bushy-tailed ✿ feeling healthy ✓ as fit as a fiddle ✓ feel like a million dollars ✓ firing/ working on all cylinders Surprised ✿ surprised ✓ be taken aback ✓ blow/ knock somebody’s socks off ✿ surprised reactions ✓ can’t believe your eyes ✓ take your breath away ✓ your eyes nearly pop out of your head ✓ your jaw drops CONTOH
61 Worksheet 1 Unit 7: Journeys (PULSE 2) Theme: People & Culture In your class, you have been talking about frightening incidents. In about 100 words, write an essay about a frightening incident you experienced. You must use the notes below to help you. what happened that frightened you where were you who helped you why did you go there A frightening incident you experienced Write your essay. (Suggested answer) A frightening incident I experienced happened last month. I went on my first jungle trekking with my mates, Adrian and Vishnu. The first 40 minutes went as planned. We stopped to look at wild plants like pitcher plants that gulped down insects and flies, wild orchids of every imaginable hue, and some rare insects. The trail that we chose to trek had a picturesque rainforest with plenty of foliage, trees, ferns and wildlife to discover. I even spotted some squirrels, monkeys and other animals within the jungle canopy. Suddenly, three of us noticed that we were alone in the jungle. The trekkers in front of the group had walked off. We tried to catch up with them, but we couldn’t find them. I got so scared that my heart missed a beat because it was getting late. We kept walking along the trail. After 40 minutes, we finally met two trekkers. I was relieved and could finally breathe. The trekkers gave us directions to the meeting point loud and clear. We continued to trek for another 30 minutes. I was very happy when I got out of the jungle and was reunited with the others. Note Expansion 7 Topic How did you do? Very good Satisfactory Below Average Content Communicative Achievement Language Organisation CONTOH
62 Worksheet 2 In class, you have been talking about ways to save money as a teenager. In about 100 words, write an essay about simple ways to save money. You must use the notes below to help you. set a goal for yourself open a savings account make a budget and stick to it save something every day How to save money Write your essay. (Suggested answer) There are plenty of reasons to save money as a teenager. Whether you are looking to save for your first car or college, the most important part of saving as a teen is getting started. First things first, open a savings account. By doing so, you will always have a place to put the money you want to save for later. All banks offer savings accounts, but it is best to find one that offers a high interest rate. Next, save some money every single day, be it one ringgit or fifty cents. This small action is crucial to forming a saving habit later. Get a money box, deposit your money in it and see your money grow. When your money box is full, get your parents take it to the bank and put it in your savings account. To make saving easier, set a specific and measurable goal. For example, you would like to have a graduation trip in a few months’ time. Draw up your budget and break the amounts into smaller monthly or weekly goals. This will make saving feel more attainable. Last but not least, if you know how much you need to save in order to meet your goal, you will be able to make a clear budget that prioritises your savings. Then, stick to your budget. Do not overspend. Getting into the habit of budgeting now will be a big help when you take on more bills and other financial responsibilities. As you can see, getting into the saving habit is not impossible with the right mindset and self-discipline. So start while you are young and you might develop some good, lifelong habits. Unit 6: Money (PULSE 2) Theme: Consumerism & Financial Awareness How did you do? Very good Satisfactory Below Average Content Communicative Achievement Language Organisation CONTOH
63 English Form 2 Topic 7 Worksheet 3 Unit 8: Good Luck, Bad Luck (PULSE 2) You have been talking about superstitions with your classmates. Theme: People & Culture In about 100 words, write an essay about the superstitions. You must use the notes below to help you. reasons people believe in them what are they why you believe/ not believe in them what are the examples Superstitions Write your essay. (Suggested answer) Superstitions are beliefs that are not based on scientific knowledge, but are connected with old ideas about magic and supernatural forces. In this way, individual beliefs and experiences drive superstitions, which explains why they are generally irrational and often defy current scientific wisdom. Superstitions have been ingrained in many people’s lives since the very beginning. Parents teach them to their children when they are young. They are part of the lore of any culture, and the basic process of socialisation is a major part of it. The number 13, black cats, breaking mirrors, walking under ladders or saying ‘God bless you’ when someone sneezes, may all be the things many actively avoid. Next, superstitions can be a soothing control mechanism. We live in a world where we can’t always control the outcome. Superstitions tend to emerge in those contexts. You do everything you possibly can to ensure that things will work out. For example, a schoolboy writes a good examination paper with a certain pen, and from then on that pen is lucky, or a horse player may be convinced that black horses run well for him. In my opinion, as a progressive society, we should not believe in these superstitions because they are not based on any scientific facts and research. Being obsessed with them might hinder our advancement towards modernisation as a community. How did you do? Very good Satisfactory Below Average Content Communicative Achievement Language Organisation CONTOH
64 Worksheet 4 In class, you have been asked to share about the childhood activities which you remembered. In about 100 words, write an essay about the childhood activity. You must use the notes below to help you. how you felt the activity you did the lesson you learnt where it happened My childhood activity Write your essay. (Suggested answer) As a child, we tended to do things without guile and innocently did whatever we were told by parents and older siblings. Most of the time I did not understand the things I did, but I do remember that I had a lot of carefree days. Festivities were grand events celebrated on a big scale. A particular incident on New Year’s Day comes to mind whenever I see my cousin, Jonas, now. We had been given sparklers and told to be careful as we did not want to burn the house down. I was excited as usual and could not wait for my sparkler to be lit. Those days, New Year was not New Year without firecrackers. Not realising that I was standing near a box of firecrackers, I lit my sparkler. A spark fell into the box and to my horror, they started cracking right there in the middle of the living room! I ran to the main door still holding my sparkler. Oh no! My sparkler got caught in the red cloth hanging on the doorway and burnt a hole in it. Jonas who was standing with his hands over his ears saw it. He blackmailed me into carrying his school bag for two weeks. I was punished and was banned from playing with sparklers in the house forever. I never went near a sparkler or firecracker after that. Non-Textbook-Based Unit Theme: People & Culture How did you do? Very good Satisfactory Below Average Content Communicative Achievement Language Organisation CONTOH
65 English Form 2 Topic 7 Worksheet 5 Unit 7: Journeys (PULSE 2) Theme: People & Culture In your class, you have been talking about dream holiday destinations. In about 100 words, write an essay about your dream holiday destination. You must use the notes below to help you. Destination Holiday Dream how would you feel what would you do there where would you like to go why would you go there Write your essay. (Suggested answer) Everyone has their own dream holiday destination. My dream holiday destination is Nepal, the land of the mountains. Whenever someone talks about Nepal, the first thing that strikes their mind is mountains. And why shouldn’t it? Nepal is, after all, home to the highest peak in the world – Mount Everest. I would like to go there simply because I want to see the Mount Everest in person. I like mountains very much and it would be a dream come true to see the highest mountain in the world up close and personal. No doubt, I will be captivated by the image of mountains shining in the golden sunrises and sunsets welcoming me to the majestic Himalayan territory. Nepal is not home to just the highest peak in the world, but also to 8 of the 14 highest peaks in the world. The peaks and mountain ranges adorn the Himalayan region of the country, including Kanchenjunga, Lhotse, Annapurna and many others that provide a list of activities to make my holiday in Nepal a memorable one. If I have the chance to go there, I would like to join an expedition to hike to the Everest Base Camp. With the diverse terrain and spectacular mountain scenery, Everest Base Camp offers the best trekking adventure in the world. While trekking, I will get to witness the ever-smiling snow-covered peaks very closely. What a privilege! I like to take photographs and I would find the mountains to be a rich source of subjects for beautiful nature photography with animals, birds and flowers. Besides, I would also like to experience the local culture and cuisine. I think I would really have a great time in Nepal. If I get to join the expedition to the Everest Base Camp, it would be a great personal achievement and a moment I would treasure forever. How did you do? Very good Satisfactory Below Average Content Communicative Achievement Language Organisation CONTOH
66 English Form 2 Topic 7 Worksheet 6 Unit 7: Journeys (PULSE 2) Are flying cars a practical mode of transportation? Theme: People & Culture In about 100 words, write an essay about the benefits and risks of flying cars. You must use the notes below to help you. Write your essay. (Suggested answer) Flying cars may no longer be something you see or read about in science-fiction fantasies. Zipping around in flying cars sounds exciting but is it really practical? There are obvious benefits but do they outweigh the risks? Firstly, flying cars can take people to their destinations quicker, plus people do not have to spend hours stuck in jams. People also save time on travel and can use this extra time to do something meaningful. With flying cars, people can travel further just like a small aeroplane. On the other hand, how safe are flying cars? When a car has an engine problem or a punctured tyre, drivers can quickly pull over to the side of the road. If people are in their flying cars, and there is a problem, they may not be able to land quickly and safely. Being in the sky during bad weather is another danger. A strong gust of wind, air temperature or different weather conditions can affect the way the flying car performs. In conclusion, I think flying cars pose too many risks to be a practical mode of transportation. How did you do? Very good Satisfactory Below Average Content Communicative Achievement Language Organisation • get to destinations quicker • able to travel further Benefits Risks • not be able to land quickly • affected by bad weather Flying cars CONTOH
67 English Form 2 Topic 7 Worksheet 7 Unit 9: Take Care (PULSE 2) You have been asked to write an essay on how to recycle paper on Theme: Health & Environment World Environment Day. In about 100 words, write an essay about ways to recycle paper. You must use the notes below to help you. Write your essay. (Suggested answer) In conjunction with World Environment Day, I would like to share some tips about how to recycle paper. When you have finished reading the newspaper, don’t throw it away. Our throwaway culture is leaving a massive hole in the Earth. Using an old newspaper to clean windows works better than a piece of cloth for preventing streaks. Next, used paper can be used for cat’s litter tray liners. Place sheets of paper at the bottom of your cat’s litter tray, you will save on litter, and any odours and wetness will be absorbed. Newspaper is a great substitute for bubble wrap. Place the fragile contents in a box and fill any remaining space with crumpled paper. If you have a lot of old paper, use a paper shredder to make piles of great packaging material. Last but not least, when using stain-prone products such as paint or shoe polish, place used paper down before you start to prevent soiling your carpet or furniture, and protect against spills. Ways to Recycle Paper cleaning windows packing materials cat’s litter tray liners stain protection How did you do? Very good Satisfactory Below Average Content Communicative Achievement Language Organisation CONTOH
68 Cemerlang Brainergy 2.0 Cemerla n g Bra ni ergy Other ways to say… big • large • massive • bulky • huge • giant • gigantic • enormous • immense • tremendous • colossal • vast • hefty • jumbo little • tiny • small • mini • petite • wee • skimpy • minute • miniature • teeny • minuscule • microscopic • itsy-bitsy • diminutive good • fantastic • terrific • awesome • outstanding • amazing • excellent • marvellous • splendid • wonderful • superb • exceptional • fabulous • magnificent bad • lousy • terrible • awful • dreadful • unwelcome • unpleasant • distressing • nasty • unsatisfactory • unlucky • crummy • wretched • rotten look • stare • watch • view • peek • observe • gaze • examine • peep • peer • inspect • glance • scan • scrutinise laugh • grin • giggle • roar • titter • howl • snigger • chuckle • scoff • hoot • chortle • guffaw • cackle say • reply • respond • state • remark • comment • explain • mention • exclaim • announce • declare • proclaim • express • articulate scared • afraid • frightened • anxious • terrified • fearful • aghast • alarmed • startled • petrified • panic-stricken • intimidated • spooked • horrified walk • trot • creep • trudge • march • stroll • tiptoe • hike • wander • stride • stray • trek • amble • saunter • step • yomp • strut run • speed • dash • rush • bound • jog • pound • race • hurry • bolt • sprint • gallop • hustle • skip • flee pretty • beautiful • attractive • charming • elegant • lovable • engaging • personable • handsome • glamorous • appealing • gorgeous • telegenic • stunning • good-looking • eye-catching • captivating happy • glad • elated • joyful • alive • contented • pleased • cheerful • satisfied • carefree • exuberant • delighted • jovial • merry • thrilled • exhilarating • ecstatic CONTOH
69 English Form 2 Topic 7 Cemer al n g Brainergy Taste Smell Movements Descriptive Words Hearing Touch and Feel • raw • sweet • bitter • sour • burnt • bittersweet • bland • tangy • succulent • sugary • vinegary • fruity • spicy • spoiled • stale • sharp • savoury • inedible • unpalatable • insipid • buttery • flavourful • gingery • juicy • oily • mellow • palatable • delicious • tasty • peppery • salty • acrid • fetid • frowsty • funky • fusty • gamy • sweet • icky • malodorous • damp • nasty • noisome • overpowering • pungent • putrid • mouldy • rotten • perfumed • smelly • sickly • stinky • stinking • rancid • aromatic • fragrant • fresh • fishy • scented • dank • musty • tempting • chime • buzz • twitter • whisper • tinkle • peep • patter • mutter • hum • hiss • gurgle • purr • beep • bleep • chink • click • clink • creak • rustle • murmur • pipe • screech • squeak • squeal • inaudible • wail • crackle • yelp • whistle • swish • snap • icy • lukewarm • tacky • elastic • fragile • hairy • gritty • sandy • silky • smooth • soft • hard • spongy • pliable • malleable • flexible • steamy • textured • velvety • waxy • prickly • tepid • feathery • fuzzy • furry • slippery • rubbery • wet • warm • satiny • dry • bounce • edge • loiter • dart • scurry • shove • scamper • run • scramble • ramble • swagger • swoop • sneak • zip • drift • crawl • slouch • chase • swerve • spring • plod • slink • stalk • stagger • lumber • heave • careen • hasten • fly • sway • surge • plunge • droop • waddle CONTOH
70 Reading and Use of English (Paper 1) 1 hour 30 minutes Instructions: This question paper contains five parts, which consist of 40 questions. Answer all questions. Read the instructions for each part and the questions carefully. PART 1 You should spend about 15 minutes in this part. 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 on your answer sheet. Dear Amirah, I’ve taken Grandma to the clinic for her regular check-up. If Auntie Nor calls, please tell her I’ll return her call. Mum From the message above, Amirah’s mother A got Auntie Nor to call her. B asked Grandma to go for a check-up. C informed Amirah why she is not at home. What does the mother tell her children? A Goal setting. B How money is earned. C The importance of saving. There are a lot of fireflies here at night. Initially, only the villagers came here to watch the fireflies. But today, watching fireflies is a brisk business here. People come from far and wide to visit this place. This Firefly Park is well known internationally, and many foreigners come here every year. The main source of income at the Firefly Park comes from A tourism. B agriculture. C entertainment. SAY NO TO PLASTICS EXHIBITION Venue: PWTC, KL Date: 1– 5 September 2024 Time: 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. Open to ALL. The SAY NO TO PLASTICS exhibition A is only for school students. B is open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. C will be open for the whole month of September. Ujian Akhir Sesi Akademik When I was younger, I wished someone had taught me the importance of starting early to prepare for my financial independence. But I make this a priority with my own kids. I tell my kids to set goals for themselves and to save their birthday money to reach them. The goals should be obtainable, like a new bike or an iPod touch. They experience the positive result and personal empowerment of savings. 1 2 3 4 CONTOH
71 English Form 2 Ujian Akhir Sesi Akademik Rules and Regulations in Filling Your Petrol Tank 1 Make sure that your mobile phone is switched off. 2 Make sure that your car engine is turned off. 3 No smoking is allowed. 4 The pump cannot be handled by children. 5 If there is an emergency, press the alarm button on the petrol dispenser. The main danger that the above rules and regulations are meant to prevent is A fire. B theft. C electric shock. Dear Dylan, If you’re the type of person who likes to snap a photo everywhere you go, you may have found yourself another source of income. You can upload your pictures to a stock photo website. They will be indexed for others to find, and you’ll get a royalty fee whenever someone decides to use one of them. Good luck! Bob Bob wrote the message to A tell his friend to earn extra money from his photos. B explain the cost of buying a new camera. C encourage his friend to be creative. Immediate vacancy for 3 No experience required 3 In-house training for coffee brewing will be provided Joyce at 012-3456 7899 BARISTAS The place posting the above advertisement is most likely A a café. B a supermarket. C a hairdressing salon. Global warming is the result of man’s irresponsible industrial activities. We need to prepare ourselves for the effects of global warming. Greenhouse gases will continue to rise for the next few decades. The earth is getting hotter day by day. The climate change will have serious consequences. For example, there will be a tremendous increase in sea levels. The text is mainly about A the effects of global warming on earth. B climate change is causing sea levels to rise. C greenhouse gases that cause temperatures to rise. [8 marks] 5 6 7 8 CONTOH
72 English Form 2 Ujian Akhir Sesi Akademik PART 2 You should spend about 15 minutes in this part. Read the text below and correct the underlined errors. For each question, write the correct word in the space provided. Two Animals That Changed History There are many amazing acts about our friends from the animal kingdom and how they changed history. In 1994, (0) the murder case rocked a small island off the coast of Canada. A 32-year-old woman named Shirley Duaguay, went (9) miss. Her body was found months later. Most people believed that her (10) abused estranged husband, Douglas Beamish, was to blame. However, there was no evidence to convict him. That is until someone found a bag in the woods (11) contain a blood-stained jacket, training shoes and some white cat hairs. The victim’s husband owned a white cat named Snowball. A geneticist ran a DNA test (12) so matched the cat hairs from the bag with Snowball’s DNA. Paired (13) up some evidence from the victim’s body, Snowball’s ‘testimony’ was enough to convict Beamish. It was the first time non-human DNA was used in a murder case. Since then, pet DNA has helped solve many violent crimes. In 1925, doctors in Alaska faced a deadly dilemma. A diphtheria epidemic was poised to sweep through Nome. The only serum that could save them (14) is in Seattle. Unable to deliver the medicine (15) on plane, officials devised a long-shot alternative: they would use multiple dogsled (16) team to transport the antitoxin to the village. The team assigned the final leg was led by Balto, a black and white Siberian husky, who ran through a blizzard in the dead of night to deliver the serum. Adapted from: Animal Planet — YouTube [8 marks] Example: 0 a No Write your answer 9 missing 10 abusive 11 containing 12 and 13 with 14 was 15 by 16 teams CONTOH
73 English Form 2 Ujian Akhir Sesi Akademik [8 marks] PART 3 You should spend about 20 minutes in this part. Read the news reports below and complete the following mind map with no more than five words and/or a number from the news reports for each answer. Man saves baby from a fiery death SHAH ALAM – Reyansh, 35, proved he was a real-life superman when he rushed into a burning unit in Segar Apartments and saved 9-month-old Ekansh from a fiery death. However, the baby suffered 60% burns and is currently in intensive care unit (ICU). The baby had been left unattended at the time of the fire. Four held over ATM blast CYBERJAYA – Four men were detained yesterday when they were caught on CCTV trying to steal money from an ATM at 2 a.m. The thieves set off explosives at a bank ATM in their bid to get cash but panicked and ran away empty-handed. Passers-by thrash snatch thieves SKUDAI -– Rachel Gan, aged 53, was dragged 50 metres when two young men on a motorcycle snatched her handbag. However, passers-by who saw this incident took matters into their hands and gave chase. They stopped the men and thrashed them before handing them over to the police. Both the men and the victim were admitted to hospital and are being treated. Jilted lover sets 20-year-old girl on fire BUTTERWORTH – A rocky relationship with Sabrina Ahmad’s 22-year-old unemployed drug addict boyfriend, ended with him dousing her with kerosene before setting fire to her. Sabrina is fighting for her life with 75% burns while the police are looking for the culprit who is missing from home. Victim of snatch thieves 17 Rachel Gan Victims of fire 18 Sabrina Ahmad 19 9-month-old Ekansh People who are heroes in society 20 Reyansh 21 passers-by who caught snatch thieves Types of people who pose danger to society 22 snatch thieves 23 ATM thieves using explosives 24 drug addict People in the news CONTOH