SECTION A

(10 marks)
(Time suggested : 15 minutes)
Answer all questions in this paper.
The text below is a farewell speech from a student to a teacher.
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.
Read 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.

Studies have shown that computer games are ability to reduce stress.

e.g. able

Besides being a form of relax, computer games actually teach us a lot

(a) ___________

of things and however, increase our knowledge. For example, the

(b) ___________

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

(c) ___________

only provides fun and enjoying but also challenges and sharpens our

(d) ___________

mind. It enriching our vocabulary too. There are so many levels to try

(e) ___________

and one can progressed from the easiest level to the most difficult

(f) ___________

level. This is sure a good way to curb the bad habit of loafing at the

(g) ___________

shopping complexes, eating outlets and frequent the cybercafs. In

(h) ___________

addition to that, this is another way to prevent teenagers from smoke.

(i) ___________

Parents can rest assured that their children are not mixture with the

(j) ___________

wrong company.
(10 marks)

SECTION B
(30 marks)
(Time suggested : 40 minutes)
Question 2
Read the following text. Then, answer questions (a) (j).

The Great Race

Put on your running shoes this 7 December everyone!
Sprint across seven shopping zones in Golden Leisure Mall.
While you are doing that, do not forget to collect a gold coin at each zone.
Sign up today at the information counter
located at the ground floor of the mall.
Just pay RM10 as registration fee before 24
November.
This race is limited to 100 people aged
between 18 and 30.
Be prepared at the main entrance as early as
10.30 a.m.
Do so in the fastest time and become the
grand prize winner.

HURRY!

Valuable prizes
up for grabs!

GRAND PRIZE:
RM20 000 plus attractive gifts

TEN CONSOLATION PRIZES:

RM1 500 plus shopping vouchers
for each winner

For more information, surf www.goldenleisuremall.com or talk to our customer

service officers stationed at the information counter.
This event is proudly brought to you by:
~ Golden Leisure Mall ~
~ Golden Leisure Corporation ~

Questions (a) (j)

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

Organisers:

Date and place:

(i) _____________________
(j) _____________________

(a) _____________________
(b) _____________________

The Great
Great
The
Race
Race

Ways to get information:

Tasks to perform in the race:

(g) _____________________
(h) _____________________

(c) _____________________
(d) _____________________

Prizes given:
(e) _____________________
(f) _____________________

(10 marks)

Question 3
Read the notice below. Then, answer questions (a) (j).
Heres a great opportunity for YOU to express your views!
Show us your Creativity and Win a Prize!
In conjunction with English Language Week, the Literary Club of SMK Dato Zahir
invites all students to participate in the Essay-Writing Competition.
You can present your ideas in a serious commentary or choose to adopt a tongue-incheek approach. We offer you a challenging topic Our Precious Earth
Rules
Rules and
and Regulations
Regulations

This competition is open to all students from Form 1 to Form 5

Essays should be original and be written in English.
The length of the essay should not be more than 500 words.
Students will be provided with writing pads sponsored by the Interact Club.
Other writing materials such as pens, pencils and erasers will not be provided.
The judges decision is final and no correspondence will be entertained.
The closing date is 20 September 2014.
All entries must be submitted with the entry form which can be obtained from
Jessica Lee of Form 3 Mawar.
Results will be published in The Voice Bulletin and winners will be notified via
SMS and email.
Attractive
Attractive Prizes
Prizes to
to Be
Be Won!
Won!

1st Prize: RM300 plus a plaque

2nd Prize: RM250 plus a plaque
3rd Prize: RM150 plus a plaque

All classes are encouraged to participate.

The class with the most entries will receive a hamper worth RM250.

Questions (a) (d): Based on the notice, state whether the following statements are
TRUE or FALSE.
(a) The essay-writing competition is divided
into three categories.

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(1
mark)

(b) Essays submitted should be students own work.

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(1 mark)

(c) The Interact Club will provide writing pads.

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(1 mark)

(d) All classes participating in the competition

will get a hamper.

_______________
(1 mark)

Questions (e) (i): Read the notice carefully and answer all the questions below.
(e) State one material that the participants need not bring for the writing competition.
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(1 mark)
(f) You have entered the competition and won a prize. How would you know if you were
one of the winners?
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(1 mark)
(g) Fill in the table with an appropriate phrase from the notice.
Meaning
i.

together with

ii. written in a humorous way

Phrase
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(1 mark)
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(1 mark)

(h) Mala Devi submitted her essay but was not accepted by the organiser. Why do you think her essay
was rejected?
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(1 mark)
(i) Why do you think the topic of the essay-writing competition is on the environment?
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(1 mark)
(10 marks)

Dear __________________________,
(j)_________________________________________________________________________
Your friend is unsure of taking part in the essay-writing competition. In about 50 words, write a
note to your friend. In your note:
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encourage your friend to enter the competition
give reasons to support your opinion
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add other relevant information to make your writing interesting
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From,

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(10 marks)

SECTION C
(20 marks)
(Time suggested : 20 minutes)
Question 4
Read the email from Jessica to Yee Ying.

To:

yeeying@imail.com

Subject:

Congratulations

Hi Yee Ying,
Congratulations on being elected President of the school library board. I am
indeed very proud of you. This is good news! I am sure it is a well-deserved appointment.
I believe that you will make an excellent president in view of your personality as you have
the essential characteristics of a good leader.
Firstly, you are a very approachable and friendly person. You carry yourself well and
are outgoing. You are easy to talk to because you are a good listener. I have also seen how
you always make time to listen to someone in need.
Besides that, you perform your duties and responsibilities well in the school. You
dont act with fear or favour but in the interest of the school. As I know, personal glory
and gaining popularity have never been your aim in undertaking any task. You just set out
to do the task assigned to you.
Moreover, you are also active in co-curricular activities. As a netball team captain,
you have inspired your team to be the district champion for the first time. Even though
you played a significant role during the championship, you did not take all the credit. You
acknowledged that it was a team effort and gave credit to the others where it was due.
That is a true leader!
You have also shown that you are a good role model for other students. Many
students have looked to you for guidance and advice. You are always there to help them in
whatever way possible.
Lastly, you are open to the ideas and opinions of other librarians. You listen to others
and readily accept their views. Avoid being arrogant. No one likes a leader who is
too proud and other students may avoid you.
Congratulations once again! I have confidence that you will make an excellent
president of the Library Board. I am sure that you are able to carry out your task
responsibly and effectively.
Regards,
Jessica

Read the email carefully and answer the questions (a) (i).
(a) What makes Jessica think Yee Ying will make an excellent president?
__________________________________________________________________________
(1 mark)
(b) What makes Yee Ying someone who is easy to talk to?
_________________________________________________________________________
(1 mark)
(c) Give two ways in which Yee Ying performs her duties well.
i. _______________________________________________________________________
(1 mark)
ii. _______________________________________________________________________
(1 mark)
(d) What important role did Yee Ying play as netball team captain?
_________________________________________________________________________
(1 mark)
(e) Fill in the table with appropriate words/phrases from the email.
Meaning
i.

Word/Phrase

necessary

ii. praise
iii. behaving in a proud manner
iv. being responsible for carrying out a task
(4 marks)
(f) What did Yee Ying say about winning the netball championship?
_________________________________________________________________________
(1 mark)
(g) In what way is Yee Ying a good role model to other students?
i. _______________________________________________________________________
(1 mark)
ii. _______________________________________________________________________
(1 mark)
(h) According to the email, what will happen if Yee Ying is arrogant?
_________________________________________________________________________
(1 mark)
(i) Give two other good qualities of a president of the library board.
i. _______________________________________________________________________
(1 mark)
ii. ______________________________________________________________________
(1 mark)

(15 marks)

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

A Fighters 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

(a) What has the persona done for his country?

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(1 mark)
(b) From stanza 1, give one phrase that show that the persona is not a young person.
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(1 mark)
(c) From stanza 2, what does the persona worry about?
______________________________________________________________________________
(1 mark)

(d) If the persona were your grandfather, would you do as he asks in the poem? Give reasons to justify
your choice.
______________________________________________________________________________
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(2 marks)
(5 marks)

Question 7
You should spend 15 minutes on this question.
The following are the novels studied in the Literature Component of the English Language.

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Around the World in 80 Days

How I Met Myself
The Railway Children

Jules Verne
David A. Hill
Edith Nesbit (retold by John Escott)

Based on one of the novels above, write about a character that you admire from the story. Provide
evidence from the novel to support your response.
Write:
in not less than 50 words
in continuous writing (not in note form)
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(10 marks)