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SECTION A(10 marks)

(Time suggested: 15 minutes)

Answer allquestions in this paper.

The text below is a passage about computer games.

Question 1

Read the text below. There are grammatical errors in the text. The errors have been underlined

for you.

Write one word to correct the errorin the space provided. An example has been given. The

correct word must not change the meaningof the sentence.

Studies have shown that computer games are abilityto reduce

stress. Besides being a form of relax, computer games actually teach

us a lot of things and however, increase our knowledge. For example,

the Wheel of Fortune game which is same to the television show, not

only provides fun and enjoyingbut also challenges and sharpens our

mind. It enrichingour vocabulary. There are so many levels to try and

once can progressedfrom the easy level to the most difficult one. This

is surea good way to curb the bad habit of loafing at the shopping

complexes, eating outlets and frequentthe cybercafs. In addition to

that, this is another way to avoid the teenagers from smoke. Parents can

rest assured that their children are not mixture with the wrong

company.

e.g. able

(a)___________

(b)___________

(c)___________

(d)___________

(e)___________

(f)___________

(g)___________

(h)___________

(i)___________

(j)___________

(10 marks)


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SECTION B(30 marks)


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

THE KINABALU PARK AND MOUNT KINABALU

The Kinabalu Park and Mount Kinabalu

are two of the greatest tourist attractions in

Sabah. Both famous places are situated in Kota

Kinabalu. They are visited yearly by thousands

of tourists.

The Kinabalu Park has one of the worlds

most unique ecological systems. It is open at all

seasons. It contains all the facilities for the casual

visitors

With regards to animals, the Orang Utans are

quite common within the park. They keep to the forest

where that they search for fruits in small family groups.

Other than them, squirrels, bats and rats are also theanimals most likely to be seen by visitors.

Mount Kinabalu is at 4,093 metres above the sea

level and it is Southeast Asias highest peak. It is closely

connected with local traditions of Sabah. The Kadazans,

the largest racial group in Sabah believe that Mount

Kinabalu is the resting place of spirits of the dead

ancestors. The mountain remains as the sacred place of

the Kadazans.

The weather here moderate in nature. With

refreshing attractions and beautiful environment, the

Mount Kinabalu and the Kinabalu Park are certainly a

must for visitors for the state of Sabah.


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Questions (a) (j)

Using information from the text, complete the following graphic organiser.

(10 marks)

Location:

(a) ________________________

The most common animal in the

park:

(c) ________________________

Other animals seen in the park:

(d) ________________________

(e) _________________________

(f) _________________________

Mount Kinabalu and KinabaluPark are a must for tourists

because they have:

(j) _________________________

The Kadazans are:

(h) ________________________

Mount Kinabalu is the highest

peak of:

(g) ________________________

Mount Kinabalu is a sacred

place to the Kadazans because itis:

(i) ________________________

___________________________

THE KINABALU

PARK

&

MOUNT

KINABALU

The uniqueness of Kinabalu

Park:

(b) ________________________


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Question 3Read the travel brochure below. Then, answer questions (a)(j).

MALAYSIA HILL RESORTS

Cameron Highlands is a popular touristsdestination where its people are involved in

agriculture and tourism industry. Of particular

interest is the BOH tea plantation at Sungai Palas

where you will be able to see how the tea leaves are

processed. It is a well-developed hill resort which is

located in the state of Pahang. Its temperature ranges

from 10 C to 25 C, hence, a favourite place for one

to escape the heat of the cities. One can easily take a

slow drive up or down the highland depending on

which route one takes and stop by the many strawberry farms, vegetable gardens, cactus

gardens, bee farms and rose gardens.

Genting Highlands is located at an altitude of

1,800 metres above sea level and is one of the most

developed hill holiday resorts in Malaysia. Its

temperature ranges from 15C to 24C throughout the

year. This place is a popular destination for local as well

as foreign visitors. It takes approximately 1 hour and 30

minutes to drive up the hill from the city of KualaLumpur, a distance of 51 km. It is also called the City

Of Entertainment as you will be able to enjoy the

various attractions and modern facilities on this hill

resorts. There are many activities that you can do over here like enjoying the Indoor Theme

Parks, magic shows, experiencing winter at the Snow World, jungle trekking and horse riding

at Awana ranch.

Bukit Tinggi Resort recently was renamed

Berjaya Hills but many still prefer to use the old name.

Situated 800 m to 1,000 m above sea level, this resort

will be an ideal destination for the entire family as the

facilities here cater to people of all ages. This refreshing

and cool resort offers the Colmar Tropicale, a French-

themed resort with activities such as outdoor dining and

street performances. Equally impressive is the Japanese

Village with attractions such as the tea house, the

botanical gardens and spa. For the children, there is the

Rabbit Park where they can play and cuddle with the more than 200 rabbits that are being kept

in the park. Other activities are the Donkey Ride and the Deer Sanctuary for the entire familyto enjoy.


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Questions (a) (d):Based on the travel brochure, state whether the following statements are

TRUE or FALSE.

(a) The people of Cameron Highlands are involved in

agriculture and tourism industry. ___________ (1 mark)

(b) Cameron Highlands is the least-developed hill resort which

is located in the state of Pahang. ___________ (1 mark)

(c) Genting Highlands is a popular destination for foreign

visitors only. ___________ (1 mark)

(d) Colmar Tropicale, a French-themed resort, is located at

Bukit Tinggi Resort. ___________ (1 mark)

Questions (e) (i):Read the travel brochure carefully and answer the questions below.

(e) Where can one be able to see how the tea leaves are processed?

_____________________________________________________________________

(1 mark)

(f) Why do you think Genting Highlands is called the City Of Entertainment?

_____________________________________________________________________

(1 mark)

(g) Fill in the table with an appropriate word/phrase from the brochure.

Meaning Word/Phrase

i. almost; nearly; to estimate ________________________________

(1 mark)

ii. to impress mind; arousing admiration ________________________________

(1 mark)

(h) Why do you think the Berjaya Hills will be an ideal destination for the entire family?

_______________________________________________________________________

(1 mark)

(i) In your own words, why do you think foreign or local visitors would love to go to Malaysia

Hill Resorts for a short getaway or holidays? HOTS

_______________________________________________________________________

(1 mark)

(10 marks)


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(j) You plan to spend the weekends with your family. You have decided to visit a hill resort.

In about 50 words, write a short message to your father. In your short message:

persuade your father to spend the weekends with the family

give reasons to support your choice

add other relevant information to make your writing interesting

(10 marks)

Dear ___________________,

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From,

_________________


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(20 marks)


Question 4Read the article about P. Ramlee.

P. Ramlee, whose real name is Teuku Zakaria bin Teuku Nyak

Puteh, was born in Penang on the 22nd of March 1929, on the

morning of Aidilfitri for that year. His father was an immigrant, a

sailor from Lhoksemauwe in Acheh, Indonesia while his mother,

Che Mah binti Hussein, originated from Kubang Buaya, SeberangPrai, Penang. He received his early schooling at the Malay School

in Kampung Jawa and later at the Francis Light School untilstandard five. He subsequently continued his education at the

Penang Free School.

During the Japanese Occupation of Malaya, he was unable to

continue with his schooling. In order to make a living, he workedas an office boy at a tin mine. At the same time, he also enrolled at the Japanese Army School

and had brief opportunity to acquaint himself with the Japanese Language and Music. His

hardworking and friendly disposition made him popular with the Japanese soldiers. When

World War II ended, P. Ramlee continued his schooling at the Penang Free School, up to

standard seven. He was active in sports and had a liking for football and sepak raga in 1939,

he represented his school in the football team.

P. Ramlee was born with an artistic flair. That was an undeniable fact and it was obvious

even in his early youth. Starting his familiarization in the musical arts at the age of around 13,the ukulele and violin were among the early instruments he took up. He displayed his musicaltalents with contemporary songs and melodious Keroncongtunes together with his friends.

It was through this that he received his first commission from Radio Malaya to entertain at

social gatherings and events around Penang. P. Ramlees affinity for singing and music

overshadowed his academic studies at school; which was widely attested to by the teachers

who taught him.

While singing at official functions, P. Ramlee would often be accompanied by a band,

such as the Pancaragam Teruna Sekampung (All Kampung Youth Orchestra) and the BintangSore. His melodious voice soon became the talk of the town and soon many wanted to know

more about his new star, a thin and pimple faced teenager. When did P. Ramlee start using theletter P to his name? It happened apparently when he took part in a singing contest in 1947.

The letter stand for Puteh, his fathers name and Ramlee his fathers younger brother name.

The first song he composed was none other than Azizah. It was written in 1945 and dedicated

to a girl of his fancy by that name. He gave the song its first public airing at an Agricultural

Fair in Bukit Mertajam in June 1948. Without much difficulty, news of this great new voice

reached the ears of BS Rajhans a well-known film director in Singapore. An offer came from

Rajhans which was to change the course of P. Ramlees destiny. He was invited to Singapore

to work at the Jalan Ampas Studios for a Malay film production. Seizing the opportunity, P.

Ramlee saw himself moving to the Lion City, bringing along with him a thousand and one

ideas and hope of artistic achievement.


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Read the article carefully and answer questions (a) (i).

(a) What is P. Ramlees real name?

_____________________________________________________________________

(1 mark)

(b) Where did P. Ramlee receive his early schooling?

_____________________________________________________________________

(1 mark)

(c) What made P. Ramlee popular with the Japanese soldiers?

i.____________________________________________________________________

(1 mark)

ii.___________________________________________________________________

(1 mark)(d) What did he do to make a living during the Japanese Occupation?

_____________________________________________________________________

(1 mark)

(e) Fill in the table with an appropriate word/phrase from the article.

Meaning Word/Phrase

i. a person who migrates to another country ___________________________________

ii. earn enough to support oneself ___________________________________

iii. producing melody; sweet-sounding;

melody___________________________________

iv. everything that happens to a person in his

/ her life; something that is to happen or

has happened

___________________________________

(4 marks)

(f) How did he receive his first commission from Radio Malaya to entertain at functions

around Penang?

_____________________________________________________________________(1 mark)

(g) Why did P. Ramlee become the talk of town?

_____________________________________________________________________

(1 mark)

(h) i. Why did he choose to name his first composed song, Azizah?

____________________________________________________________________

(1 mark)

ii. What was the offer from BS Rajhans a well-known film director in Singapore?

_____________________________________________________________________


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(1 mark)

(i) State twoways to promote P. Ramlees songs and movies to the younger generations.

i.____________________________________________________________________

(1 mark)

ii.___________________________________________________________________

(1 mark)

(15 marks)


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Question 5

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

Mr Nobody

I know a funny little man,

As quiet as a mouse,

Who does the mischief that is done

In everybodys house!

Theres no one ever sees his face,

And yet we all agree

That every plate we break was cracked

By Mr Nobody.

Tis he who always tears our books,Who leaves the door ajar.

He pulls the buttons from our shirts,

And scatters pins afar,

That squeaking door will always squeak,

For, prithee, dont you see.

We leave the oiling to be done

By Mr Nobody.

He puts damp wood upon the fire,

That kettles cannot boil;His are the feet that bring in mud,

And all the carpets soil.

The papers are always mislaid,

Who has them last but he?

Theres no one tosses themabout

But Mr Nobody.

The finger marks upon the door

By none of us are made;We never leave the blinds unclosed,

To let the curtains fade;The ink we never spill; the boots

That lying round you see

Are not our bootsthey all belong

To Mr. Nobody.

Author Unknown


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(a) Who is the funny little man?

_____________________________________________________________________

(1 mark)

(b) According to the poem, who has seen Mr Nobody?

_____________________________________________________________________(1 mark)

(c) What does the word themrefer to?_____________________________________________________________________

(1 mark)

(d) What lessons have you learnt from this poem? Give two lessons.

i.____________________________________________________________________

(1 mark)

ii.___________________________________________________________________(1 mark)

(5 marks)


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SECTION D

(40 marks)


Question 6You should spend 30 minuteson this question.

Your pen-pal wrote a letter to you saying that he/she was planning to have a vacation in Kuala

Lumpur. Write a letterto him/her and invite him/her to your house. Refer to the pictures below

and describe the places you intend to take him/her during the holiday.

Butterfly Park see colourful butterflies Orchid Garden buy orchid plants presents

Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC) twin towersSuria KLCC shoppingfood court

variety of food

When writing your informal letter:

You may use all the notes given.

Elaborate on the given notes.

Add any relevant information to make the report more interesting.

Write between 120 to 150 words.


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Question 7

You should spend 15 minuteson this question.

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

Based ononeof the novels above, write about an important event that changes the life of the

main character in the story.

Provide evidence from the text to support your response.

Write:

innot less than50 words

in continuous writing(not in note form)

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(10 marks)

1. Around the World in 80 Days - Jules Verne

2. How I Met Myself - David A. Hill

3. The Railway Children - Edith Nesbit (retold John Escott)

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