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My Life 20 Years from Now

Everyone have their own future plan for their own good. To see myself from 20 years from
now would be a great gift, but it is indeed impossible. We got no time machine to make it happen,
so we just can plan, predict and pray. I have many dreams for myself.

20 years from now.20 years from now, I would love to see myself as a success man in
career. Being on the top of the particular carrier such as CEO, maybe a boss or a corporate
worker; thats what I want myself to be. This time my occupation is in stable, and my personal
economy flows out smoothly. I am a rich man right now, able to buy anything of my desires
easily. That would be a perfect thing to see my own future self.

Also, I want to see myself to be a great father of my children. I am able to teach and train
them well. Make sure they would never forget their customs, and enrich them with many moral
values. This can be a challenge, to teach my children in these wild social problems. But, I will do
what it takes to make sure my bloods are worth to be known as human.

Furthermore, in the future I really hope I can get myself a car different from the locals here.
Its my favorite dream car, called BMW Z8 or maybe something better. There must be new models
to come out at the future. This is the only chance for me, I am going to be old, so still with the local
cars would be a shame to me, since it shows me that I made no improvements.

Last but not least, I want to build myself a nice home for myself and my beloved family. This
home will hold many of our great and sweet memories together. I will decorate it with superb flora
landscape for my future wife and a nice playground for my children to play with.

There are more things I want to achieve in the next 20 years, these are nothing but some
examples of many other. Hopefully I can do it well to achieve these dreams, so my desire will be
fulfilled while I am still alive.

NOW ITS YOUR TURN AND YOUR VERSION !

A Terrifying Experience
"If mum finds out that I'm going to the beach, I'll be in big trouble." I muttered to myself softly.

I crept slowly down the stairs and tried to walk casually into the kitchen. As I was walking towards
the back door, mum asked without looking up from her "dish-washing", "Where are you going?" I
answered back without hesitation, "I'm going to the garden to play." After I got out of the kitchen, I
breathed a sigh of relief. My plan had worked out fine so far. I scaled the fence and jumped onto
the muddy field next to my house and started running towards the bus-stop at top speed.

After half-an-hour, I was at the beach scanning the crowd for my friends, Jimmy and Bobby. After a
while, I spotted them near a coconut tree. I ran towards them and got into my swimming trunk. For
about an hour, we played volleyball happily.

Suddenly, Bobby hit the ball too hard and the ball fell into the sea. Just as Bobby was going to pick
up the ball, the tide came in and carried the ball further and further away from the shore. I wanted
to show off my swimming skills so I decided to get the ball for them.

I dived into the water and started swimming at a steady pace. After swimming for about ten
minutes, I became tired but when I saw that the ball was only a few feet away from me, I put in an
extra burst of speed. However, just as I was going to grab the ball, a very strong current swept the
ball further away from me. At that moment, a string of weed tangled up with my feet and I could not
swim properly.

I struggled to keep afloat but it was no use. "If I had listened to mum and dad, this would never
have happened," I thought silently.

Finally, after struggling for a minute or two, I had no more energy and got pulled underwater. I
tugged at the weed which finally broke. I swam back to the surface, gasping for breath. I saw two
young men in canoes, racing each other. I was exhausted but I shouted to the men for help. The
two men, instead of helping me, ignored me and raced on. By the time, a lifeguard who was
holding a life buoy reached me, I had already fainted.

When I woke up, I was in an empty room lying on a bed. It was not until a doctor came into the
room that I realized that I was in a hospital. After a few minutes, my parents with half angry and half
worried faces walked in. My parents scolded me for sneaking out of the house but were also glad
that I was not seriously injured.

I will never forget that terrifying experience. Neither will I ever want to show off again.
Describe An Afternoon at The Bus Station
It was two oclock in the afternoon. I was heading towards the bus station with Mohan after Mrs
Wongs extra class. The sun was beating mercilessly on my back and I could feel my sweat
trickling down my spine. I have often wished that my mother would allow me to ride a motorcycle to
school. She says that I am not ready but we both know that she is terrified that a car would knock
me down.

When I reached the bus station, it was nearly empty except for a handful of boys. Mohan and I
strode to a bench near the stationmasters office. I could feel the tension on my shoulders as the
straps of my school bag ate into my shoulder. Where is the bus? I sighed to myself. An elderly
woman came and asked me where I was going. She started a conversation but gave up after my
monosyllable answers.

Suddenly, someone shouted and I saw a bus swerved into the station. I got up, thankful for the
chance to escape from the woman. . It was Mohans bus. The group of boys were jostling each
other to get into the bus. Masuk! Masuk! shouted the conductor but nobody seemed to be
moving. The black fumes made me nauseous. All of a sudden, people started appearing from all
directions to board their bus. In no time, the passengers were packed like sardines in the bus. It
started to move, leaving some unfortunate passengers behind. I waved at Mohan when I noticed
him dangling on the steps of the bus. The bus swerved out of the station again. It left another trail
of black smoke.

I decided to go to Panjangs ice stall. The iced sugar cane juice soothed my parched throat as I
sipped slowly, all the while keeping an eye on the bus. Then I saw the bus heading towards the
station. I paid for my drinks. See you tomorrow, I waved to Panjang.

Once more, the crowd began to swell near the bus. I noticed that the elderly woman was being
shoved around by the boys. She started hitting them with her umbrella. Then, I saw Raja, my
classmate at the back of the bus. I hurled my bag through the window and he caught it. By the time
I got into the bus, it had already started moving. I got into my seat and told myself that I must really
try to convince my mother about the motorcycle again.
IN THE NEWS

There has been a considerable increase in the average temperature of earth in the past century. This rise in
temperature is attributed to the effects of global warming brought about by the accumulation of greenhouse
gases in the atmosphere. This phenomenon is called Global Warming. The effects of global warming are
numerous. The main culprits in the issue are excessive discharge of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

The effect of global warming is very evident on the animal kingdom also. Some animals have become extinct
due to loss of their natural habitat or their inability to evolve to the rapid changes in the climate. Also there is
a change in their life style because of the changes in the seasons. The migrating birds have changed their time
of travel and also their place of migration.
The effect of global warming can be felt on seasons too. There is shift in season cycle, as the summers are
getting longer than the winters. This has affected the animals and made them to change their lifestyle
accordingly, and those who failed to do so have perished or on the verge of extinction.
The global warming is also responsible for the introduction of some new diseases. The bacteria are more
effective and multiply much faster in warmer temperatures compared to cold temperatures. The increase in
temperature has led to increase in the microbes that cause diseases.
Global warming is also effecting the crop production, as the crops are getting destroyed by the sudden
change in temperatures or sudden onset of rains. Also the flash floods and other natural calamities affect the
crop.
As a matter of fact, because of global warming, the earths atmosphere is getting more unpredictable with
heavy rains in the areas, which have scanty rainfall or drought in the areas, which received good annual
rainfall. The months of rainfall has also getting affected.
But there are some people on the other side of the wall also, they believe that the global warming is a natural
process and cannot disturb our ecosystem. The earths surface mean temperature was even higher a long time
ago, and the ecosystem has evolved from that temperature to this. So it can evolve further. But the changes
that are happening now are rather fast compared to earlier times.
Report to Principal - Complaint About School
Canteen
You are very disappointed by the conditions and services provided by your school canteen. You
decide to write a report to inform your school principal about the poor conditions and services of
the canteen. These would include:

- insufficient table and benches - food and drinks not covered

- too little food counters -dirty and clogged drains smelly
- food expensive and lacks variety - inadequate food late comers have nothing to buy, to eat
- cold food not fresh -rude canteen workers

To : Mr. Hasnan bin Jalal,

The Principal,
Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Permata
From : Malik bin Abdul
Date : 24 March 2011

Report about the School Canteen

I am writing this report is to draw your attention regarding the school canteen. Many of the
students of Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Permata are unhappy about the conditions at the
school canteen. There were lots of complaints regarding this issue.

In the first place, there are insufficient tables and benches. Our school has a
student population of over 1 000. There is only one period of recess time for all forms. More than
80 per cent of the students go to the canteen during recess to buy food and drinks. Unfortunately,
there are only about twenty-five tables and fifty benches which can accommodate less than half the
number of students. As a result, many students have to stand while eating.

The food sold at the canteen not only expensive but lacks of variety. The menu is the same
every day. For the past five years, ever since the present canteen management took over, students
go back to the same food.

The hygiene and preparation of food leave a lot to be desired. The food and drinks are not
covered. They way canteen attendants dress speak volume about hygiene. With their lackadaisical
attitude, the food they sell would one way or the other become contaminated.

My fourth complaint about the canteen pertains to the etiquette of the canteen workers.
They are rude and arrogant. They often shout at students. The students are always on the
receiving end of their bad moods.

We hope that conditions at the canteen will improve. The canteen should provide better
amenities. There should also be a different menu everyday so that students will not have to taste
the same food day in and day out. Cleanliness should be given top priority.

We hope that you will look into our complaints and take steps to remedy the situation. The
students are prepared to boycott the canteen if their complaints go unheeded.

Reported by:
Malik
Malik bin. Mohd Jalil
Letter of Application (Directed Formal Letter)
You came across the following advertisement for the post Accounts Assistant Clerk.

Text Box: Lim and Sons Manufacturing Sdn. Bhd. requires Accounts Assistant / Accounts Clerk
Requirements Female aged 24 30 LCCI Higher Preferably with more than two years
experience in manufacturing field Able to handle fullsets of accounts Interested applicants are
required to write in with complete resume together with a recent passport-sized photograph to: The
Manager, Lim and Sons Manufactoring Sdn. Bhd., Lot 123, Interstate Industrial Area, 76 001 Nilai,
Negeri Sembilan

Write a letter of application together with curriculum vitae to the manager.

In your letter, include the following:

- your curriculum vitae

- the reasons for your interest in the job
- your ability to work independently
- pursuing a degree in Accountancy

Do remember to:

- use the formal letter

- use all the points given
- elaborate each points given

Chong Mei Lin,

40, Jalan Templer,
Taman Hati Bersih,
76 000 Seremban,
Negeri Sembilan
___________________________________________________________________

The Manager,
Lim and Sons Manufacturing Sdn. Bhd.,
Lot 123, Interstate Industrial Area,
76 001 Nilai,
Negeri Sembilan 18 JULY 2010

Dear Sir / Madam,

Application for the Post of Accounts Assistant

I wish to apply for the post of Accounts Assistant as advertised in The New Strait Times dated 15th
July 2011.

2. I have the necessary qualifications as stated in my curriculum vitae which is attached to this
letter. I have experience working in both food manufacturing and also auto manufacturing fields. I
am currently working in Lazat Ice Cream Sdn. Bhd. in capacity of an Accounts Assistant and have
been here since January 2008. Before this, I was working in TFR Auto Enterprise as an Accounts
clerk. Since my present position offers little prospect for career advancement, I would like to be
attached to a fairly large organisation such as yours.

3. I would like to work in Nilai as I intend to further my studies and get professional
qualification. I have registered with a college in Nilai to do ACCA on part-time basis. With this high
additional education level and knowledge, I can perform better in applying the accounts knowledge
in the future job.

4. I can assure you that I am capable person who can work independently. I am able to handle
full sets of accounts, up to three sets at a time. I am interested in working with a company like
yours as I feel I can grow well with the company. I am a team player, adapt easily to any working
environments and can work with people from all works of life.

5. I was active in extra-curricular activities and was considered as responsible and dedicated
worker. I led and organised many activities for the school clubs so I am confident that I can be an
asset to your company in this capacity. Furthermore, i have a good command of English.

6. In view of my qualification and experience, I would expect a salary more than RM 2 000.
And since I have my own car, I would have no problems travelling outstation should the job require.

7. I look forward to hearing from you and I am fully prepared to attend an interview at any time
convenient to you.

Thank you.

Yours faithfully,
Raju
(RAJU a/l MANIAM)
Which Do You Prefer, Living in The Countryside or
Living in The City? (Countryside)
I think living in the countryside is far better than living in the city. There are numerous of reasons
why living in countryside is the better than the city. The scenery, the streets, the people and the
paced are totally different compare to the city.

The first outstanding characteristic about the countryside is that it is beautiful and peaceful. The air
is fresh and the surroundings green. This is because the countryside is free from pollution, be it air,
land or noise pollution. There no such perfect peaceful view that you can see other than in the
countryside.

There are no crowded streets and heavy traffic in the countryside. Thus there are no fumes from
cars and smoke from factories buildings to pollute the air. The trees surrounded the countryside
help the people from inhaling the polluted air. The freshness smell of plant somehow helps the
people of the countryside to have a healthy life.

Furthermore, people in the countryside are more conscious of keeping their surroundings clean
and so there is little throwing of rubbish everywhere, only at designated places. This is unlike the
cities where if the garbage trucks do not collect the rubbish disposed by household or restaurants,
the city will be overflowing with rubbish! This will attract the mosquitoes, fly, rats and wild dogs to
pollute their surrounding that will cause them to have diseases like dengue and cholera.

Thirdly, heavy traffic and crowded streets increase the level of noise pollution. The honking of cars
in the streets is continuous and the crowds on the roads increase the hub of activity. There are also
sound of the machine used in manufacturing factories, loud radio in and out the mall. These add to
the noise of the city. Even if one lives in residential areas, one is never far from busy streets.
However, in the countryside, life is slow-paced. There is no need to rush around because there are
not too many places to go. Most places are close by and people can walk or cycle. Less vehicle
used, so less fumes is released.

The most heart-warming thing about the countryside is the attitude of people. People are friendly
and helpful. If there are any happy or festive occasions, everyone pitches in to help. This feeling of
cooperation and neighbourliness is what separates the countryside from the city.
In the city, people are too busy to take note of the people around. Some hardly even know their
neighbours. So they would not even be bothered about what happens to people around. This is
why the crime rate is increasing in the city because bystanders do not rush in to help if a crime is
committed on the streets.

The pace of life in the countryside is slow so people have more time to enjoy life as the day goes
on. Thus, for me to enjoy the quality of life, I prefer to live in the countryside.

Police Report on Accident (Directed Writing)

You witnessed an accident. The police officer has asked you to make a report. Use the points given
below:

- when the event happened

- where the event took place
- how it happened
- description of the vehicles
- step taken

To: Sergeant Razali Kamrin

From: Julia Selamat
Date: 7th September 2011

Report of the accident on Jalan 2/14

On 7th September 2011 at 10.30 a.m., I was walking alone Jalan 2/14 which is next to the
childrens playground. As I was about to cross the road to enter the park, I saw a car driving swiftly
down Jalan 4/14. It was a Honda Civic with the number plate BEH 9110. Another car, a Toyota Vios
1.5 with plate number WHM 4657 came out of Jalan 4/14 as well. The Honda Civic was driving too
fast that make it did not have time to avoid collision.

The accident caused a loud crash. The Honda Civic hit the Toyota Vios on the drivers door.
The door could not be opened and the driver had to get out from the passengers door. The driver
of the Toyota Vios was lucky as he survived with no physical injuries. Both air bags popped up
when they collided to each other. They both were fortunate as their car was not badly damaged
and dented.
The Toyota Vioss windscreen was shattered to pieces. The Honda Civics headlight and signal
light were smashed. There was plenty of glass on the road. The two drivers startled to argue. The
driver of the Honda City was a woman. They blamed each other and the argument stopped when
her mobile phone rang. Most of the passerby slowed down their vehicle to watch the accident.
Some pedestrian came by and offered help.

As it happened, I ran into my house which is close by. I called the nearest police station and in ten
minutes, a police car drove up. I told the police officer I had witnessed the accident and offered to
come out to the station to give a statement. The cars were towed to the side of the road first, and
then were brought to the police station before to workshop. Pictures were taken for insurance
claim.
In my opinion, the driver of the Honda City is to blame for the accident. She was driving too fast
and did not pay any attention to vehicles coming out from the side road. The driver of the Toyota
Vios should have stopped at the junction.
What Would You Do If You Had A Lot Of Money

When I was small, I often dreamt about being rich as my parents were quite poor. We had difficulty
making ends meet each month. So, if I had a lot of money, I would certainly fulfill my dreams. First
and foremost, I would buy a house for my parents, preferably a bungalow, in a quiet town. I would
equip the house with the latest technology so that it would be a smart home. My mother would
have a state-of-the-art kitchen as she loves cooking. I would also get a maid to help her with the
household chores. I will ensure that my family is comfortably settled in this house.

The second thing I would do is to go on a world tour with my parents. I have never been overseas
but I long to see the places I have only read or dreamt about. First, I would like to visit Europe,
especially Italy, the city of romance. I would visit all the museums and buildings I have heard so
much about. My next stop would be Hong Kong or China. There is something mystical about China
and her people. This would be my dream come true.

Apart from that, I could finally go on a shopping spree, which is my favourite pastime. Thus far, I
could only go window shopping and if I had a lot of money, I would go into these stores and buy
whatever I fancy. Just imagine that for once in my life, I do not need to look at the prices of the
items that I like. I could just shop till I literally drop. The salesgirls would be hovering near me with
their latest outfits and my wish would be their command. Ah, I would not be ignored anymore as I
walk into their stores!

Besides shopping, I would also remember the poor and the less fortunate. First, I would certainly
build a better home for the orphans in my town. In fact, I would also sponsor their education till they
could stand on their own. They would receive an allowance monthly and I would definitely take
them shopping.

Finally, I would take the opportunity to further my studies. When I was younger, my parents could
not afford to send me overseas. So, I would love to pursue a course in interior decorating in
London and once I graduate, I would like to set up my own business with the rest of the
money. They say that a fool and his money are soon parted. Thus, I would be very careful with how
I spend my money. I would invest my money with my parents advice and keep some for rainy
days.