QUESTION 1

The text below is about a family.

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.

Dear Damia,

Let me tell you about my family. I live with my mother, my father but my big e.g and

sister. We live in Kelantan. My mother’s name is Kamalia Choo but she was (a) ________

born in Malacca. She are a Chinese and she speaks Malay, Mandarin and (b) ________

English. She is a English teacher. She is rather short and slim, she has long (c) ________

black hair and brown eyes. His father's name is Fahimie and he is a (d) ________

Kelantanese. He is tall and a little fat ! He have short grey hair and a pair of (e) ________

black eye. He works in a bank in town. My sister’s name is Fatin Maisarah. She (f) ________

is 23 years old and is study at UITM Shah Alam in Business . She read books (g) ________

all the time! She’s got long black hair and brown eyes like me. I’ve got long hair (h) ________

two. We have an adorable pet cat named Milo. He is white of colour and very (i) ________

tame and friendly. I’m happy with my family and I will love all of them forever . (j) ________

That’s a little bit about my family.

Please write soon and tell me about your family.

Love,
Eyra Mariam

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

My name is Fatimah. I’m 13 years old and studying at SMK Seri Murni.I was born on 17
September 2003. At school ,my favourite subjects are English and History. At my free time I like
baking and singing. My favourite singer is Siti Nurhaliza.

I have a happy family consisting of six members,namely my lovely father, mother, a sister and
two brothers. My father’s name is Encik Abdul Rahman b. Ruslan .He is 52 years old .My father
works as a General Manager in the government office in Kota Bharu. My mother’s name is Puan
Sarah. She is 45 years old. My mother is a clerk . My family and I live at Kampung Kenanga in
Kota Bharu.

My father and my mother are kind even though they are quite strict in educating their children.They
always motivate and advise us in whatever we do. I’m thankful to have such wonderful parents. My
mother does extra work such as selling cakes and nasi lemak to help my father to earn extra
money for our family. Thank you mom and dad. I promise to be a good and successful person.

My first brother’s name is Ahmad Farhan..He is 19 years old.Now he is studying engineering in

UITM Shah Alam. My second brother’s name is Ahmad Faris. He is 16 years old. He is studying in
Sekolah Menengah Teknik in Kok Lanas.They are both very kind and loving brothers.

My youngest sister is Farah Alia. She is 6 years old and is studying in Tadika Angsana near
our house. She is a pretty and cute little girl. Her hair is curly and black .She is very talkative. All of
us love her very much. That’s all about my family and myself.
 Questions (a) – (j)
Using information from the text, complete the following graphic organizer.

Alia’s appearance Date of birth Hobbies:

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(j) _______________________ (b) ________________________

(c) _________________________
Father’s occupation

(i) _______________________

Siblings:
Favourite subjects:
(d) ________________________
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(e) ________________________
(h) ______________________
(f) ________________________
MY FAMILY AND I
Question 3

Read about 5 tips on a good night’s sleep below. Then, answer questions (a) – (j).

How to get a good night’s sleep.

Tip 1 : Most adults need on average between seven and nine hours a night, while others need less
hours of sleep.

Tip 2 : Rather than the clock striking 12, we should look to our internal biological clock’s idea of
midnight. This ‘biological midnight’ happens not at 12am, but somewhere between 3am and 4am.
This ensures that a greater proportion of the night’s deep-sleep phases – where our recovery
processes are especially effective – happen before this low point.

Tip 3 : To ensure a good night’s sleep, keep your bedroom temperature at around 18°C. However,
use blankets or a hot water bottle as being too cold can prevent you from getting a good night’s
sleep. That doesn’t mean you should shut the windows tight, though, as stale air with lower levels
of oxygen will tend to disturb the restorative effect of sleep.

Tip 4 : Being physically tired helps you to sleep well. Yet exercise serves to stimulate the body and
increase body temperature, so exercising just before you go to bed is not a good idea. Allow your
body to rest for at least two hours after exercise before going to bed.

Tip 5 : Despite the fact that many people nod off while watching TV, the truth is that the sound and
flickering light reach the brain even after we have fallen asleep, preventing us from achieving
healthy deep sleep. Devices such as laptops, tablets and phones are even worse. They make
noises and give off light and you’re tempted to check them.

Adapted from Asia Reader’s Digest

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

(a) People need different hours of sleep. ………………… (1 mark)

(b) To get a good night’s sleep, we should shut the window tight. ………………… (1 mark)

(c) Exercising can help us to fall asleep immediately. ………………… (1 mark)

(d) We should switch off the television to ensure a deep sleep. ………………… (1 mark)

Questions (e) – (i): Based on the information about sleep, answer the questions below.

(e) When does the ‘biological midnight’ happen?

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(f) What can you do if your bedroom gets too cold?

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(g) Fill in the table with an appropriate word from the information about sleep.

Meaning Word

(i) existing or happening inside a person …………………………… (1 mark)

(ii) shining with small quick shaking movements …………………………… (1 mark)

(h) How many ways can telephones disturb us in our deep sleep?

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(i) Why is it important for us to get a good night’s sleep?

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(10 marks)
(j) Your cousin sent you an email telling you that he/she has been staying up late at night watching
television.

In about 50 words, write an email to your cousin.

In your email :

 advise him/her on the importance of having a good night’s

sleep
 give tips on how to get a good night’s sleep

To : ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

From: ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

Subject : ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

Dear ………………………………………,

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Now why so loving, darling,
And why the sudden kiss?
You’d help me with some little jobs?
For goodness sake, what’s this?
Your face is clean for once, dear,
Your clothes without a crease.
You saved your luncheon money?
Will wonders never cease?
But surely you’re some stranger,
No rage or hullabaloo.
Come closer, let me look, dear,
Can this be REALLY you?
Now were you struck by lightning
Or were you stunned at sport?
Ah … now I see the reason.
You’ve brought your school report!

No dropping of your school books,

No shrieking, childish treble.
– Max Fatchen
Today you are a lamb, love,
Where yesterday a rebel.

(a) Who is the persona in this poem?

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(b) In stanza 2, write the line which shows the persona is surprised in the sudden changes
in the child’s behaviour.

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(c) In stanza 3, state one word to show that the child is obedient and not naughty.

__________________________________________________________________(1 mark)

(d) Why do you think the child changed his/her behaviour when he/she brought the report
card?

(i) _____________________________________________________________ (1 mark)

(ii) _____________________________________________________________(1 mark)
[5 marks]
QUESTION 4

Read the text below

Hi, I am Nursarah. I have several friends at school . Some are my schoolmates and some are my
classmates . However the best among them is Arrisa, who is my classmate.

Arissa is a fair, pretty girl with dimpled cheeks and comes from a respectable family. She is of my
age but is much taller than I am. She and I first met at kindergarten and we became great friends.
She is kind, jolly and helpful. We are classmates again this year and we go to school together each
morning.

Arissa is very neat and clean in her dress. She likes wearing a white blouse, a long skirt and black
shoes. Her clothes are always costly but never showy. Her dress gives her a respectable look. It
shows that she is not foppish at all.

Arissa likes to joke and play games. She lives near my house. In the evenings, we usually meet at
my house. We sit in the garden and read story books. Sometimes, when my parents go out in the
evening, she comes over to keep me company and we watch television together. That way I do not
feel lonely.

My best friend is very good in her lessons especially at Mathematics. She never neglects her studies.
In the last examination she stood second in the class but was the best scorer in English and
Mathematics. So, whenever I find difficulties in my Mathematics homework, I would ask her to help
me.

Arissa is active and smart. She is good at both studies and games.No wonder she is loved by all the
teachers. She is frank and honest. She also helps her parents in the house with the chores. She
never wastes her time at home or school.

Arissa is a girl of excellent moral character. She is expected to be a great lady in the years to come.
All her good qualities have attracted me. I hope Arissa and I will be in the same class again next year.
I like her very much and she is my best friend.
Read the text carefully and answer questions (a) – (i).

(a) Who are Nursarah’s friends at school?

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(b) Describe Arissa’s appearance .

(i) _________________________________________________________ (1mark)

(ii) _________________________________________________________ (1mark)

(c) What is Arissa’s favourite outfit?

____________________________________________________________ (1 mark)

(d) Where do the girls usually see each other after school?

____________________________________________________________ (1 mark)

(e) Fill in the table with an appropriate word or phrase from the text.

Meaning Word / Phrase

(i) decent

(ii) silly

(iii) be together

(iv) problems

(v) very good

(5 marks)
(f) What are the subjects that Arissa has become the top scorer in her class?

____________________________________________________________ (1 mark)
(g) In your opinion, why are the teachers pleased with Arissa ?

____________________________________________________________ (1 mark)

(h) Do you like to have a friend like Arissa ?

___________________________________________________________ (1 mark)

(i) Provide two reasons for your answer in (h).

(i)_________________________________________________________ (1 mark)

(ii)________________________________________________________ (1 mark)

(15 marks)
Question 6
Your brother spends too much time on the internet and has done badly on his examination. Write a
letter to advise him on how to divide his time wisely.

DON’Ts

 Stay up late
 Too much – time – online games
Dos

 Have a timetable – study – surf internet

 Use internet – gain knowledge
When writing your letter :
• You may use the notes given
• Add any relevant information
• Write between 120 to 150 words

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(30 marks)
Question 7
You should spend 15 minutes on this question.
The following is the short story studied in the Literature Component in English Language for Form
One.

Fair’s Fair – Narinder Dhami

Based on the short story, write about the character that you like most. Why do you find the
character interesting? Support your answer with evidence from the story.

Write :

• in not less than 50 words

• in continuous writing (not in note form)
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(10 marks)
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