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Section A [10 marks]

Answer all questions in this paper.

The text below is about a woman’s act of kindness.

Question 1 Read the text below. The first and last lines are correct. For the remaining lines, there is one grammatical error in

each line.

Underline the error. Then, 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. There are no spelling error and

punctuation in the text.

It was a week to her mother’s birthday. She stopped at a flower shop to

order some flowers to be delivered for her mother whom lived three hundred e.g.who_________

kilometres away. As she got out of her car, she noticed a young boy sit on the curb a___________________

sobbing. She approaches the boy and asked him what was wrong. b___________________

He replied, “I wanted to buy a red rose for mine mother. But I only have fifty c___________________

cents and a rose cost two ringgit. d___________________

The woman smiled and said, “Come on in with me and I’ll buying you a

rose.”

e___________________

She bought the little boy a rose and ordered her own mother’s flowers. So they f___________________

were leaving she offered the boy a ride home. The boy said, “You can took me to g___________________

my mother. Yes, please!” He directed her to the cemetery when he placed the rose h___________________

on a fresh dug grave. i___________________

Touched by the boy’s show of love, she picked up a bouquet and driving j___________________

the three hundred kilometres to her mother’s house. Her mother was ecstatic.

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Section B

[30 marks]

Question 2

Read the following text. Then answer question (a) – (j).

The Paralympic Games The Paralympic Games is the second largest sporting event in the world today, the first largest

being the Olympic Games. In a very short time, the Paralympic Games established itself as a major on

the Olympic calendar. The winter event made its debut in 1976 in Ornskoldsvik, Sweden – but the

concept is much older.

It is amazing to think that the Paralympic Games had their humble beginnings less than fifty

years ago, in Aylesbury, England. The earliest beginning of athletic games for people with disabilities

can be traced back to World War II and the efforts of Dr Ludwig Guttmann. He was a strong advocate of

using sports therapy to enhance the quality of life for people who were injured or wounded during World

War II. For this, he was known as the “Father of Sports for People with Disabilities”.

Dr Guttmann organised the 1948 International Wheelchair Games, He made sure that it

coincided with the 1948 London Olympics. His dream, was of worldwide sports competition for people

with disabilities to be held every four years as “the equivalent of the Olympic Games”. Twelve years

later, his dream became a reality.

The first Paralympic Games was held in Rome, Italy, in 1960 and involved 400 athletes from 23

countries, Originally only wheelchair athletes were invited to compete. Since that time, the Paralympic

Games have grown dramatically. The present day Paralympic Games include six major classifications of

athletes.

The word “Paralympic”derives from the Greek preposition “para” (beside or alongside”and the

word Ölympic”. Its meaning is that Paralympics are the parallel Games to the Olympics and illustrates

how the two movements exist side-by-side.

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Question (a) – (j)

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

Number of athletes and countries involved:

(i)____________________________________

(j)____________________________________

1948 International Wheelchair Games coincided with

(e)__________________________________________________

Eligible participants :

(f)__________________________________________________

Originator and his dream :

(c)___________________________________

(d)___________________________________

Place and year of first Paralympic Games:

(g)____________________________________

(h)____________________________________

Place of origin, sports therapy for :

(a)____________________________________

(b)____________________________________

Paralympic

Games

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Question 3

HOW TO KEEP YOUR MOBILE PHONE BILLS LOW

Many teenagers today use mobile phones. Mobile phones are convenient and are

especially useful in emergencies. However, the calls from mobile phones can be

expensive. Here are some tips to help you keep your bills low, so your parents

won’t hit the roof and you don’t have to spend more than half of your pocket

money paying the bills.

Try not to make too many calls to landline numbers using your mobile phone. Use the house phone instead. Making calls from a landline is a lot cheaper.

Keep your SMS chats to a minimum. SMS might cost only a few cents but they do add up as some text messages can be lengthy. If you are using a smart phone, try using free mobile messaging apps such as Whatsapp or WeChat instead.

Make your call during off-peak hours whenever possible. Service providers usually offer cheaper rates after office hours on weekends.

Avoid calling 1-800 numbers using your mobile phone. If you use a mobile phone to make these calls, you will have to pay mobile phone charges. Toll-free calls are only free when dialled from a landline.

Try to check your voicemail only when you have access to phone with landline connection.

Remember, mobile phone charges are not cheap. Learn to use your phone wisely and you will not have to foot unnecessary mobile call charges.

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

(a) Mobile phones are convenient and cheap

______________________ [1 mark]

(b) Making calls to landline number is cheaper if you use house phone. ______________________ [1 mark] (c) Calls made from mobile phones during off-peak hours are more expensive.

______________________ [1 mark]

(d) You will be charged when calling toll-free numbers using you mobile phone.

______________________ [1 mark]

Question (e) – (i) : Read the article carefully answer the questions below. (e) What is the main aim of this article? ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………[1 mark] (f) What is the cheaper alternative to SMS? ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………[1 mark] (g) Fill in the table with an appropriate phrase the article.

Meaning Phrase

i) ‘become angry [1 mark]

íi) ‘a period that is not so busy’ [1 mark]

(h) Why is it better to check your voicemail when you have access to a landline connection? …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….[1 mark] (i) Do you think it is appropriate for teenagers today to own a mobile phone? Give a reason.

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…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….[1 mark] (j) Your birthday is just around the corner. Your mother, who is working overseas, asks what you would like for a birthday present. In about 50 words , write a postcard to your mother. In your postcard :

request for a mobile phone convince your mother on the reasons why you should own a mobile phone add other relevant information to make your writing interesting

Dear ________________________, __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________

From, …………………………….

To: ……………………………………….. ……………………………………….. ………………………………………. ………………………………………. ……………………………………….

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Section C

[20 marks]

Question 4 Read the passage about Langkawi Island.

Read the passage carefully and answer question (a) – (i)

(a) What is Langkawi Island well-known for?

i. _______________________________________________________________[1 mark]

ii._______________________________________________________________[1 mark]

(b) Who were the enemies that attacked Langkawi Island?

____________________________________________________________________[1 mark]

(c) How did Mahsuri prove her innocence?

____________________________________________________________________[1 mark]

Langkawi is a well-known for its natural beauty as well as its folklore. Many people are

amazed by the many legends that have been told from one generation to another about this

island. One of the most popular legends of this island is about a beautiful maiden named

Mahsuri.

According to the legend, Mahsuri was married to a handsome young man who was the

son of the village chief. When Langkawi Island was attacked by the Siamese, her husband left

the island to fight the enemies. While he was away, a young man called Deramang came to the

village. He befriended Mahsuri and would sometimes come to visit her.

Mahsuri’s mother-in-law was not happy whenever Deramang visited Mahsuri. She

accused Mahsuri of being unfaithful to her husband. The old lady reported the matter to the

village chief. Mahsuri was found guilty and sentenced to death.

They used a spear to take her life. To everyone’s astonishment, white blood flowed from

the wound. “She is innocent.” and old villager said aloud.

Just before Mahsuri breathed her last breath, she laid a curse on the island, “There shall

be neither peace nor prosperity on Langkawi Island for a period of seven generation.” Thereafter,

Langkawi Island became a quiet and deserted fishing village.

The curse over Langkawi Island has now ended. Today, it is a popular holiday

destination among local and foreign visitors.

There are many interesting activities for tourists to spend an enjoyable time there. They

can visit the historical tomb of Mahsuri to learn its legend. They can also head to the white sandy

beaches where so many choices of water sports and beach activities await.

Some tourists like to join eco-tours that take them island hopping on speedboats. They

can have a closer look at the formations of limestone outcrops that grow from the sea. Others

take a scenic cable car ride up to the peak of Gunung Mat Cincang for breathtaking view of the

sea. Langkawi island is also a popular shopping haven for duty free items.

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(d) According to the legend, what happened to Langkawi Island after Mahsuri was killed?

____________________________________________________________________[1 mark]

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

Meaning Word / Phrase

i) Stories passed down from one generation to another

ii) To be killed by law

iii) Magic power that causes bad things to happen

iv) A large grave

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(f) Why is Langkawi a popular tourist destination today?

____________________________________________________________________[1 mark]

(g) What can tourists do at the tomb of Mahsuri?

____________________________________________________________________[1 mark]

(h) List two activities that the eco-tour packages offer.

i._________________________________________________________________[1 mark]

ii._________________________________________________________________[1 mark]

(i) State 2 other activities that tourists can do when they visit places.

i._________________________________________________________________[1 mark]

ii._________________________________________________________________[1 mark]

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Question 5

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

(a) Who is the persona in the poem?

____________________________________________________________________________[1 mark]

(b) What sacrifices did the persona have to make?

____________________________________________________________________________[1 mark]

(c) In the last stanza, who does ‘you’refer to?

____________________________________________________________________________[1 mark]

(d) What do you think is the main theme of the poem? Give a reason.

___________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________[2 marks]

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A Fighter’s Lines I am old and worn and have lost all my strength sufferings and the history of the fight for independence have forced sacrifices that know no name or life from the wheelchair of the rest of my days I, body and energy crushed see and cannot do much these times are too big a challenge for the remnants of my crippled years the net of deceit spread everywhere disturbs me In the name of justice Wake up and form ranks sons of our ancestor Be brave And erect a wall of people Stand up heirs of our freedom I have no more voice It is you now who should speak! Marzuki Ali

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Section D

[40 marks]

Question 6 The pictures below show what happens during a natural disaster. Based on the pictures and notes given, write a story.

When writing your story, you should :

use all the notes given elaborate on the notes given to make it more interesting provide an ending for the story make sure your story is not less than 150 words.

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Question 7

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

1 Arounf the World in 80 Days - Jules Verne

2 How I Met Myself - David A.Hill

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

Based on one of the novels above, write about character that can be a role model. Provide evidence from the text

to support your response. [10 marks]

Write :

in not less than 50 words

in continuous writing (not in note form)

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