SECTION A(10 marks)

(Time Suggested : 15 minutes)

Answer all questions in this paper.

The text below is about trishaws in the olden days in Melaka.

Question 1Read the text below. There are grammatical errors in the text. The errors have been underlined for you. Write one word to correct the error in the space provided. An example has been given. The correct word must not change the meaning of the sentence.

(10 marks)

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In the olden days, the trishaw was a very popular mode of

transport in Malacca or Melaka as it is knew today. The elderly

used the trishaw to take them to the clinic. Housewives took the

trishaw when coming back from the market with her heavy

baskets. Schoolchildren took the trishaw to and from school.

Therefore, it is clear that a trishaw was a very common sight in

town these days. It was also common to see a family taking a

trishaw ride to the cinema in town. Parents would sat on the thinly

cushioned seat while children would squat at their feet, held on to

the iron bar in front of them. The trishaw puller usual cycled

barefoot, used hand signals when making a turn. When a pedestrian

or cyclist blocked their way, he would sound the bicycle bell in his

thumb and forefinger. It was pitiful to see old trishaw puller having

to pedal for their livelihood. Trishaw ride was a mere 40 cents or

so. Trishaw pullers were usually seen lining up the streets waiting

for passengers. Over time, these trishaw pullers became close

friends with their passengers. And of course, they were their

regular customers.

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SECTION B(30 marks)

(Time suggested : 40 minutes)

Question 2Read the following text. Then, answer questions (a) – (j).

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Questions (a) – (j)Using the information from the text, complete the following graphic organiser.

(10 marks)

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Family Background :

(a)____________________________________________

(b)____________________________________________

(c)____________________________________________

Illnesses :

(d)____________________________________________

(e)____________________________________________

Emotions shown after the operation :

(f)_____________________________________________

(g)_____________________________________________

Dreams :

(h)____________________________________________

(i)_____________________________________________

(j)_____________________________________________

Question 3Read the notice below. Then, answer questions (a) – (j)

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Questions (a) – (d) : Based on the notice, state whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSE.

(a) The grand launch of MYFEST 2015 will be held in Bukit Jalil Stadium. __________ (1m)(b) Entries for the World Kite Festival is free for all. __________ (1m)(c) Kelantan is a well-known state for drum-making. __________ (1m)(d) Many activities are organised in conjunction with MYFEST 2015. __________ (1m)

Questions (e) - (i) : Read the notice carefully and answer the questions below.

(e) What is the aim of the notice ?

_________________________________________________________________________ (1m)

(f) Why do you think the grand launch of MYFEST 2015 is held in Dataran Merdeka, Kuala Lumpur?

________________________________________________________________________ (1m)

(g) Fill in the table with an appropriate word or phrase from the notice.

Meaning Word/Phrase

(i) the starting _________________________________ (1m)

(ii) something to be admired _________________________________ (1m)

(h) Why are drum-making workshops conducted during the International Drum Festival?

______________________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________(1m)

(i) Suggest another way to preserve our traditional games.

______________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________ (1m)

(10 marks)

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(j) Your friend wants to know the activities organised for MYFEST 2015.In about 15 words, write an email to your friend.

In your email: Provide information about the activities Give reasons to support your choice Add other relevant information to make your writing interesting

New MessageTo :From :Subject :

_____________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

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SECTION C(20 marks)

(Time suggested : 20 minutes)

Question 4Read the text below.

Read the text carefully and answer questions (a) – (i)

(a) What is the tone of the text? Give reason.

Tone : __________________________________________________________________ (1m)

Reason: ______________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________ (1m)(b) Why was the writer at the National Heart Institute?

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_________________________________________________________________________ (1m)

(c) How many children does the writer have?

_________________________________________________________________________ (1m)

(d) What do you think is the best title for the text?

________________________________________________________________________ (1m)

(e) Fill in the table with an appropriate phrase from the text.Meaning Phrase

(i) a person that you are related to

(ii) someone to be treasured, a baby

(iii) show someone that you are very pleased to see them

(iv) no matter what(4 marks)

(f) What values did the writer display? State two values.(i) ____________________________________________________________________ (1m)

(ii)____________________________________________________________________ (1m)

(g) “All of you are supposed to save life, not take away life!” What can you say about the writer?______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________ (1m)

(h) How did the writer react when she found her daughter was brain-damaged?

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________ (1m)(i) What are your suggestions to help special children in our country?

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Give two suggestions.

(i) ______________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________ (1m)

(ii) ______________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________ (1m)

(15 marks)

Question 5Read the poem below carefully. Then, answer questions (a) – (d).

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(a) Who is speaking in stanza 1?

_________________________________________________________________________ (1m)

(b) In stanza 1, why is the grandchild very surprised?

_________________________________________________________________________ (1m)

(c) In stanza 2, what does ‘money is your new God’ imply about the younger generation?

_________________________________________________________________________ (1m)

(d) Do you prefer living in your grandparents’ age or the modern age?

Give a reason for your response.

Response : _______________________________________________________________ (1m)

Reason : __________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________ (1m)

(5 marks)

SECTION D(40 marks)

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(Time suggested : 45 minutes)

Question 6You should spend 30 minutes on this question.

The picture below shows what happened to a victim of a snatch theft. You witnessed the incident. Based on the picture given, write about the incident for your school news bulletin.

When writing out your incident : Describe what happened Express how you felt Give your advice to victims of snatch theft Write between 120 to 150 words

Question 7You should spend 15 minutes on this question.

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The following are the novels studied in the Literature Component in English Language.

1. Around the World in 80 Days - Jules Verne2. How I met Myself - David A. Hill3. The Railway Children - Edith Nesbit (retold by John Escott)

Based on one of the novels above, write about a character the shows bravery.Support your response with evidence from the novel.

Write : In not less than 50 words In continuous writing (not in note form)

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