English Form 2 (A)

Contents

Vocab At Your Fingertips...................................................................................................1

Topic Short Texts........................................................................................................ 5

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Topic Error Correction........................................................................................... 22

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CONTOH
Topic Information Transfer.................................................................................. 29

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Topic Short Answers............................................................................................... 36

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Topic Matching (Gapped Text)............................................................................ 46

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Topic Short Communicative Message............................................................. 52

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Topic Note Expansion............................................................................................ 60

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Ujian Akhir Sesi Akademik............................................................................................ 68
Answers

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Exercise 1

Use only the letters in the word wheel to form new words. You have to ensure that none should be plural or
proper nouns. The time limit is 10 minutes.
Each word must be of three letters or more, and all must contain the key letter in the centre. Each letter can
only be used once in every word.

1CONTOH EE N 2 FI T 3 MH S
L T L E O N R S I
C C T
EX NI CA

Exercise 2 TEACHER’S RESOURCE

Underline the correct word from the bracket to complete the following proverb.

1 Every ( cloud , star , moon ) has a silver lining.
2 Barking dogs seldom ( howl , fight , bite ).
3 Fire is a good ( worker , friend , servant ) but a bad ( foe , master , follower ).
4 All that glitters is not ( gold , silver , diamond ).
5 A bird in the hand is worth two in the ( nest , bush , tree ).
6 Prevention is better than ( treatment , care , cure ).
7 One man’s meat is another man’s ( food , poison , flesh ).
8 When in Rome, do as the Romans ( do , practise , preach ).
9 People who live in glass houses shouldn’t throw ( stones , sticks , snowballs ).
10 Charity begins at ( school , home , work ).

Exercise 3

How do these animals make their sounds?

1 A horse 7 A snake
2 An elephant 8 An owl
3 A tiger 9 A donkey
4 A goat 10 A cock
5 A rat 11 A bird
6 A hen 12 A frog

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Grammar Bites

Articles

A Grip on Grammar

(a) Indefinite Articles
(i) A and an are used to refer to any thing or person or place which is not specified.
(ii) A is used before a countable noun beginning with a consonant.
e.g. a cook, a table, a good boy, a clever girl, a computer, a fish, a sad story, a comedy show, a
Japanese lady, a Malaysian, a brother, a telephone call, a hospital, a one-way street, a coin, a
toothbrush, a bank, a clinic, a soldier
Exceptions:
(iii) A is also used before nouns beginning with the vowel ‘u’ pronounced as ‘yu’.
e.g. a university, a unique picture, a unit, a uniform, a unicorn, a united family, a European, a union,
a user, a utensil, a U-turn, a used car
(iv) An is used before a countable noun beginning with a vowel. (a, e, i, o, u)
e.g. an apple, an eel, an igloo, an interesting story, an enjoyable holiday, an uncle, an exciting film,
an idea, an umbrella, an old man, an oven, an axe, an egg, an airliner, an ill person, an eagle, an
advertisement, an island, an ocean
Exception:
(v) An is also used before nouns beginning with the silent ‘h’. (‘h’ is not pronounced)
e.g. an honour, an honest man, an hour, an heir, an honourable king, an heirloom

(b) Definite Article
TEACHER’S RESOURCE
When do we use the definite article ‘the’?
CONTOH
To refer to a thing or person already (a) The pen you want is out of stock.

mentioned (b) I like the chicken curry from that shop.

To refer to a thing of which there is (a) The sun shines during the day.

only one of its kind (b) The principal of SMK Bukit Tinggi is Mr Dorai.

With the superlative degree (a) Mary is the most hard-working girl in the class.

(b) This is the tallest building in Malaysia.

Before names of oceans, seas, (a) The Pacific Ocean is the largest ocean in the world.

rivers, deserts, mountains and (b) He is studying in the United States of America.

countries (c) Illegal immigrants came to Malaysia across the Straits of

Malacca.

To change an adjective to a noun (a) Have you read the story called ‘The Good, The Bad and The Ugly’?
(b) The rich always oppress the poor.

Articles are not used in the following

Before proper nouns (countries, roads, (a) I live in Subang Jaya.

streets, people) (b) Kuala Lumpur is the capital of Malaysia.

Before uncountable nouns (a) Milk is a nutritious drink.

(b) Palm oil is used in making soap.

(c) Man shall not live by bread alone.

Before abstract nouns (a) Honesty is the best policy.

(b) Wisdom is more precious than riches.

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Vocab At Your Fingertips 2

think back word of mouth
to remember something getting information by people telling each other
that happened in the past

Dear, I’ve lost OMG! Think Jojo’s Restaurant You should try
my car key! back. Where did is very good! Jojo’s Restaurant!
you put it?

CONTOH How did you Word of
hear about us?
mouth, Chef.

More examples: More examples: TEACHER’S RESOURCE
(a) I like to think back on my childhood and try to (a) We discovered the café by word of mouth.
(b) A : How do you know who the best teachers
remember what it was like.
(b) When I think back on Trishya and the good are?
B : Word of mouth. Students tell each other.
times we had together, I get very sad. (c) The story has been passed down by word of
(c) I can’t think back as my mind is preoccupied
mouth.
with other things. my lips are sealed
break the ice
used when you are promising to keep a secret
to make people who have not met before
feel more relaxed with each other Dad, I bought this for Mum’s
birthday. Don’t tell her.
Nobody is talking. Er, well – how can I
break the ice? Maybe I can tell a joke… My lips are
sealed.

That’s
hilarious!

Good joke! More examples:
More examples: (a) A : Please don’t tell anyone about this. I’m
(a) A nice smile does a lot to break the ice.
(b) I was so nervous about meeting Jessica’s parents so embarrassed.
B : Don’t worry. My lips are sealed.
for the first time, but her dad broke the ice by (b) A : Please don’t tell the boss that I’m looking
asking about my hobbies, and everything went
great after that. for a new job.
B : Okay. My lips are sealed.

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English Form 2 Teacher’s Resource go blank
you are suddenly unable to
have butterflies (in one’s stomach)
to feel very nervous, usually about remember something

something you are going to do My topic today My mind went
is… is… a… blank!
I’ve butterflies in my
stomach now!

TEACHER’S RESOURCEMore examples: More examples:
(a) Having butterflies in my stomach almost kept (a) I just went blank and couldn’t remember her
CONTOH
me from going on stage and performing. name for a minute.
(b) Whenever I have to speak in public, I have (b) I was so nervous during the SPM exam that my

butterflies in my stomach. mind went blank.
(c) Tony always has butterflies in his stomach (c) My heart began to race and my mind went

before a test. blank.

apples and oranges it serves him/ her/ you right!
two things/ people that are totally different someone deserves this suffering
because they did something bad
Dad, you and Uncle Tom
are so different.

Yes, we are but we’re apples I had two It serves you
brothers… and oranges. girlfriends right, son!
yesterday.
But I’ve
none now.

More examples: More examples:
(a) You can’t talk about Greg and Jasper in the (a) You tripped while making fun of those kids?
Serves you right!
same breath. They are like apples and oranges. (b) A : Micah lost his job because his boss fired
(b) A : Which is more interesting: Travelling to
him.
Korea or Maldives? B : It serves him right! He was always late for
B : I can’t say which is more interesting. They
work.
are apples and oranges.

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Vocab At Your Fingertips

beat around/ about the bush pull someone’s leg
to avoid giving a direct answer or to speak vaguely to tease, fool or trick someone in a playful and

Doc, stop beating Your problem harmless way
about the bush. Just is… er… er...
tell me how bad my I received an invitation to attend
the FIFA Award ceremony in
condition is. Switzerland.

CONTOH Stop pulling
my leg!

More examples: More examples:
(a) Why can’t you get straight to the point instead (a) My brother was pulling my leg when he told

of beating around the bush? me he won a trip to Japan.
(b) Please do not beat around the bush. Let me (b) Quit pulling my leg! I know there isn’t a

know exactly what you want to say! Hollywood director calling me right now.
(c) Let’s stop beating about the bush and discuss (c) Stop pulling my leg — you didn’t have dinner

this matter. with Taylor Swift!

spill the beans in a nutshell
to reveal a secret in a few words, very briefly, in summary

I’m throwing a surprise party for I don’t have time to hear the
my wife this weekend. Please
don’t spill the beans. whole story. Can you put it in a
nutshell for me?

OK! Sure, no problem.

More examples: More examples:
(a) My best friend is not good at keeping secrets. (a) To put it in a nutshell, our company is not

She always spills the beans whenever I tell her making any profit.
something. (b) In a nutshell, the app helps you to save money
(b) We were planning a surprise birthday for
grandma, but Dad spilled the beans. and spend wisely.
(c) In a nutshell, what happened at work today?

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English Form 2 Vocab At Your Fingertips

lend/ give someone a hand at one’s fingertips
to help someone or to give someone assistance readily available or easily and

Definitely! Could you give me conveniently accessed
a hand with these Great! I’ve got all the
bags, please? answers at my fingertips.

More examples:CONTOH More examples:
(a) I cannot do this alone. Can you lend me a (a) She had all the facts at her fingertips when the

hand? reporters interviewed her.
(b) Could you give me a hand with this sofa? I (b) Adrian does not need a handbook. He has all

need to move it to the other room. the information he needs at his fingertips.
(c) I do the cooking and Dennis lends a hand with (c) Nowadays, the Internet is so easy to access,

the washing-up. and we have every resource imaginable at our
fingertips.

keep one’s fingers crossed twist someone’s arm
to hope for good luck or that something will happen to persuade or to pressure
someone to do something
We are keeping our fingers
crossed that Donovan will get well Do you think Dad will
soon after his surgery. lend us his new car?

I think we could

probably twist his
arm.

More examples: More examples:
(a) I hope you win the competition on Sunday. I’m (a) I did not want to attend the motivational

keeping my fingers crossed for you. seminar, but Mum twisted my arm.
(b) I think I did pretty well in the exams and I’m (b) I had to twist their arm to help me out in the

keeping my fingers crossed. school project.
(c) I’m going for my first job interview tomorrow, (c) They had to twist my arm to convince me

so keep your fingers crossed for me, won’t to start volunteering, but when I finally did, I
you? realised how much I loved it.

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Topic Short Texts

1 Unit 6: Money
Unit 7: Journeys
Worksheet 1 Unit 8: Good Luck, Bad Luck
Unit 9: Take Care
Read the text carefully in each question. Choose the best answer A, B or C.
(PULSE 2)

Theme: Consumerism &
Financial Awareness

SWEET SIXTEEN CUPCAKES

Come and celebrate our 1st Birthday Anniversary

1ODnalyy!

Buy 8 Get 8 Free
CONTOH
1 The main purpose of this advertisement is
U6n it
A to invite people to join the anniversary celebration.
B to encourage people to buy more cupcakes.
C to promote new flavours of cupcakes.

Theme: Consumerism &
Financial Awareness

I’m saving RM100 a
month for a rainy day.

That’s good, Adam!

2 From the conversation, we know that Adam is going

U6n it A to spend his savings when it rains.
B to save his money for emergencies.

C to save his money to pay off his debts.

Theme: Health & Environment

CUT THE JUNK 3 The purpose of this poster is

Eating too much fried, fatty and fast Un it A to inform people the bad
effects of eating junk food.
food can cause obesity, high blood 9

pressure, diabetes, heart disease and B to encourage people to eat

stress. home-cooked food.

C to persuade people to eat a

healthy diet.

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English Form 2 Topic 1 Theme: Health & Environment

You must watch your
weight! Eat healthy meals
and exercise regularly.

Okay, doctor.

4 From the conversation, we know that the little boy is suffering from
U9n it A obesity.
B malnutrition. C an eating disorder.
CONTOH
Theme: Health & Environment

Doctor, I have a severe How long has it been?

headache.

Two days. Let me check your
Okay, doctor. temperature. You have
only a slight fever.
I’ll give you some
medicine. Remember
to drink plenty of
water.

5 The doctor advises Jason B to take some rest. C to stay hydrated.
U9n it A to take a couple of aspirin.

Theme: People & Culture

New Message

To : [email protected]
From : [email protected]
Subject : Greetings from Switzerland!

Hi Sheema!
How are you? I’m having a great time over here! I need some things to give as
gifts and a token gesture of goodwill to the Swiss family I’m staying with. Could
you buy and send me three fashionable batik shawls, a pewter photo frame and
two rattan handbags?
Thank you.
Regards,
Farah

Send

6 From the email, we know that
U7n it
A Farah wanted to exchange some gifts with Sheema.
B Farah invited Sheema to stay with her in Switzerland.
C Farah asked Sheema to send her some Malaysian souvenirs.

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Topic Error Correction

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Worksheet 1 Unit 9: Take Care

Read the text below and correct the underlined errors. (PULSE 2)

For each question, write the correct word in the space provided. Theme: Health & Environment

Right Side Abdominal Pain: What It Could Mean

That pain in your right side — dull and lingering or sudden and sharp, you need to assess your
symptoms immediately. Pause (0) the minute to take stock of your symptoms. Right side abdominal
pain can be vague, and the specifics will help you find the right diagnosis. How long has the pain been
there? Is the intensity persistent or does it come and go? Does it wake you up from sleep?
Pain anywhere can make your head spin (1) on grim possibilities, but rest assured most
causes (2) is benign and temporary, like a pulled muscle, gas or indigestion. Reach out to your doctor
(3) because you are concerned; in the meantime, take a deep breath and try not to stress. Just make
sure you follow the things you need to do if you are (4) suffer from stomach pain in the morning.
The human anatomy is complex and there (5) is many potential causes of right side abdominal
pain — and some are very serious. Some of the ones that will catch your attention are problems in
the gastrointestinal, reproductive and urinary tract. Getting the heads-up about all the possibilities
can be helpful.
A hard cardio session may be to blame. Running (6) fast than normal engages your diaphragm
more than you are used to. To avoid this next time, warm up with dynamic movements like jumping
jacks or a light jog to help stretch out your respiratory system.
When you have right side abdominal pain, this is by far the most common
suspect, as the pain is in the exact location of your appendix — a tube-like organ
attached to the large intestine. If it is appendicitis, the pain usually starts out
around your belly button and then moves to the lower right quadrant. You may
notice that you feel more uncomfortable (7) sit still or lying flat in bed. Don’t
blame yourself. There is nothing you could have (8) do to avoid it. There is no
specific trigger for appendicitis. Call your doctor; if you are not treated, the
appendix can burst.
GRAMMAR BITES
Example: Article
0aCONTOH

No Write your answer Parts of Speech Word Bank
1 with Preposition take stock – examine a
2 are Subject-verb agreement
3 if Conjunction situation carefully
4 suffering Verb: Present continuous specifics – precise details
5 are Subject-verb agreement benign – not harmful
6 faster Comparative adjective heads-up – an advance
7 sitting Gerund
8 done Verb: Present perfect warning

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Bites

English Form 2 Topic 2

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.

Theme: People & Culture

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?
CONTOH
Adapted from: https://www.livin3.com/5-motivational-and-inspiring-short-stories Grammar Bites

Example: Verb: Past simple Word Bank
bonds – ropes or chains
0 stopped Parts of Speech
Verb: Present simple that prevent
No Write your answer Article someone
1 break Noun (plural)
2a Comparative adjective escaping
3 animals Conjunction break away – escape
4 smaller Adjective conditioned – trained/
5 so Personal pronoun
6 amazed Quantifier influenced
7 they mentally
8 many 25 attempt – the act of
trying to do
something

Grammar
Bites

Topic Information Transfer

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Worksheet 1 Unit 9: Take Care

Read the guidelines below and answer questions 1 to 8. (PULSE 2)

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.
CONTOH
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 General Health 2 Forgive and forget

3 Stress Feelings Do something you enjoy
Diet
4 Poor snack choice 6 Eat crunchy vegetables
5 Eat chips and croissants Fitness
8 Take the stairs
7 Staying inactive 29 Wash your car/ Park farther away

English Form 2 Topic 3 Unit 7: Journeys
(PULSE 2)
Worksheet 2
Theme: People & Culture
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.
CONTOH
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: Things you can see there:
1 The oldest hill station 3 Beautiful flowers
4 Colonial hill station

2 The wettest place in Malaysia • Taiping Lake Gardens



Transport to get there: Maxwell Hill Activities you can do there:
5 Take a cab 7 Birdwatching/ Watching
30 wild animals
8 Swimming at a waterfall
6 Take the Land Rover

• Appreciating nature

Topic Short Answers

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Worksheet 1 Non-Textbook-Based Unit

Read the text below and answer questions 1 to 10.

Theme: People & Culture

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.
CONTOH

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.

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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 .

CONTOH
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
Theme: Health & Environment
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.

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Topic Matching (Gapped Text)

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Worksheet 1 Unit 9: Take Care

(PULSE 2)

You are going to read an article about ginger and garlic. Theme: Health & Environment

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).

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.
CONTOH

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.

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Topic Short Communicative Unit 6: Money
(PULSE 2)
6 Message
Theme: Consumerism &
Worksheet 1 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
CONTOH
In about 80 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

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Worksheet 1 Unit 7: Journeys
(PULSE 2)
In your class, you have been talking about frightening incidents.
Theme: People & Culture
In about 100 words, write an essay about a frightening incident you experienced.
You may use the notes below to help you.

CONTOH who where who did you
helped you were you go with

what did you A frightening why did you
do to keep safe incident you go there
experienced

what happened that
frightened you

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 orchid of every imaginable hue, and some rare
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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.
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another 30 minutes. I was very happy when I got out of the jungle and was reunited with the others.

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Ujian Akhir Sesi Akademik

Reading and Use of English Paper 1/ 1 hour 30 minutes

Instructions: This question paper has five parts, which consist of 40 questions. Answer all questions. Read the
instructions for each part and the questions carefully.

Part 1

Questions 1 to 8

Read the text carefully in each question. Choose the best answer A, B or C.
For each question, circle the correct answer.
CONTOH
Dear Amirah, There are a lot of fireflies here at night.
I’ve taken Grandma to the clinic for her Initially, only the villagers came here to watch
regular check-up. If Auntie Nor calls, the fireflies. But today, watching fireflies is a
please tell her I’ll return her call. brisk business here. People come from far and
near to visit this place. This Firefly Park is well
Mum known internationally, and many foreigners
come here every year.
1 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.

Mr Ramesh’s Monthly Expenditure 3 The main source of income at the Firefly Park
comes from
Utilities (electricity, water, RM300 per month
etc.) A tourism.

Grocery expenses RM300 per week B agriculture.

C entertainment.

Petrol expenses RM500 per month

Television subscription RM80 per month

Children’s school fees and RM800 per SAY NO TO PLASTICS EXHIBITION
pocket money month (RM400 ´ Venue: PWTC, KL

2 children) Date: 1– 5 September 2023
Time: 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.
2 From the table above, we can conclude that Open to ALL.
Mr Ramesh spends the largest sum of money
on 4 The SAY NO TO PLASTICS exhibition
A is only for school students.
A his utility bills. B is open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
B his monthly groceries. C will be open for the whole month of
C his children’s education.
September.

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Part 3
Read the news reports below and answer questions 17 to 24.

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.

Questions 17 to 24
Complete the following mind map.
Choose no more than five words and/ or a number from the news reports for each answer.
For each question, write your answer in the space provided.

People in the news
CONTOH
Victim of snatch thieves Victims of fire People who are heroes in society
17 Rachel Gan 18 Sabrina Ahmad 20 Reyansh
21 passers-by who caught
snatch thieves
19 9-month-old Ekansh
[8 marks]


Types of people who pose danger to society
22 snatch thieves
23 ATM thieves using explosives
24 drug addict

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Part 2
[20 marks]
You should spend about 35 minutes in this part.

In your class, you have been talking about your favourite holiday destinations.
In about 100 words, write an essay about a holiday destination you enjoy.

what can you do where is it when and who
there do you go with
A holiday destination
why can you do you enjoy what can you see
these activities there there
why do you enjoy
being there
CONTOH
Write your essay.
(Suggested answer)
A holiday destination I enjoy is the beach. From the boardwalk to the rocky coastline, beaches are beautiful
and relaxing. The gorgeous stretch of golden sand and blue sea paint a pretty picture. With their gentle
waves, beaches have a soothing ambience that nothing can beat. There is simply no better place to let go
of daily stress than on the beach. I usually go to the beach during the holiday. I may go with my family or
mates.

I like to sit on the sand, soak up the sun and watch the waves roll in. I also like to take a nap in a
hammock strung between two palm trees. I like sharing a picnic lunch with my family members and mates
too. Beaches are perfect for social get-togethers because they are a great place to relax, feel the sand between
your toes and chat away.

Beaches are fun for sports enthusiasts for many reasons. Beaches are known for enjoying great weather,
which is perfect for outdoor activities. They also have open spaces that are perfect for playing games such as
volleyball and soccer. I personally like to fly my kite here, and sometimes build my sandcastles.

Beach, sea, waves, palm tress, sunsets – all make for excellent backdrops for my Instagram pictures. It
is no wonder that my camera is out of my bag as soon as I hit the beach.

[20 marks]

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Topic 1 Short Texts Worksheet 3
1 up
Worksheet 1 2 for
3 gave
1 B 2 B 3 A 4 A 5 C 4 grown
6 C 7 A 8 A 4 B 5 A 5 himself
4 C 5 A 6 and
Worksheet 2 4 A 5 B 7 rode
4 A 5 A 8 having
1 C 2 C 3 C 4 A 5 A
6 C 7 A 8 A 4 B 5 C Worksheet 4
CONTOH 1 break
Worksheet 3 2 a
3 animals
1 C 2 A 3 A 4 smaller
6 A 7 B 8 A 5 so
6 amazed
Worksheet 4 7 they
8 many
1 A 2 A 3 B
6 A 7 A 8 A Worksheet 5
1 clean
Worksheet 5 2 putting
3 reason
1 C 2 B 3 A 4 how
6 C 7 C 8 A 5 is
6 helps
Worksheet 6 7 and
8 keeping
1 A 2 A 3 B
6 A 7 A 8 C Worksheet 6
1 adds
Worksheet 7 2 spend
3 yourself
1 A 2 C 3 A 4 by
6 C 7 A 8 A 5 throw
6 out
Topic 2 Error Correction 7 deposited
8 saving
Worksheet 1
Worksheet 7
1 with 1 shows
2 are 2 who
3 if 3 finds
4 suffering 4 healthier
5 are 5 Eating
6 faster 6 Those
7 sitting 7 and
8 done 8 from

Worksheet 2 A1

1 set
2 his
3 where
4 ships
5 and
6 itself
7 in
8 were