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We went to visit Endau-Rompin Park last holidays which is well-known for its beautiful flora and fauna. We were all fascinated by the beauty of the scenery there. The underlined word is a __________________ . A B C D proper noun abstract noun common noun collective noun

The human race causes many serious problems for __________ in modern times. A B C D itself oneself theirselves themselves

Identify the adjective in the sentence below

A row of terrace house was damaged in a fire in Taman Bukit Soga early today.

A B C D 4

fire factory terrace Kampung Paya Rambai

Which of the sentences below has an adverb? A Encik Harun is living in the city.

B C D 5

We dont want to make this man embarrassed. The nurse was helpful to my niece during her stay. Recently, there have been many reports of child abuse.

Fill in the blank below with the word. Cars __________________ in Malaysia are sold overseas.

A B C D 6

manufacture manufactures manufactured manufacturing

Complete the sentences below with verbs in the correct forms. Endangered orangutans and monkeys smuggled into Japan by a pet shop ______________ today to Indonesia where they ________________ and ______________ to the wild.

A B C D

were flown; would be rehabilitated ; returned flew ; were being rehabilitated ; were returning had flown ; should be rehabilitated ; had returned were flying ; were rehabilitated ; were being returned

Which of the sentences below is a compound sentence? A B C D He took a taxi home as it was late. I think I have read the magazine before. The paintings at the exhibition were unusual. The fence which surrounds our house is made of wood.

Join the sentences in the box to form a correct complex sentence.

The lady is my teacher. You passed the message to her yesterday

Which of the following sentences is joined correctly? A B C D 9 The lady you passed a message yesterday is my teacher. The lady who you passed the message yesterday is my teacher. The lady to whom you passed the message yesterday, is my teacher. The lady is my teacher, whom you passed the message to her yesterday.

Choose the correct question tag.

The shopping complexes are really crowded during this time, _______________ ?

A B C D 10

are they dont they were they arent they

Choose the appropriate question word. A B C D When did the farmers start working? When are the causes for of pollution? Whom did the old lady go to the hospital? Whose do parents worry about the health of their children?

Read the passage below and answer all the questions that follow.

Too often young people get themselves employment by sheer accident, not knowing or not even caring about what lies ahead in the way of opportunity for promotion, happiness and security. As a result they are employed doing the jobs that afford them little or no satisfaction. Our school leavers face so much competition that 5 they little care what they do so long as they are employed and can earn an income of some sort. Some stay long at a job and learn to like it, others fit from one to another looking for something to suit them. The young graduates who leave the university look for jobs that offer a salary up to their expectations. Very few go out into the world knowing exactly what they want and realizing their own abilities. 100 The reason behind all this confusion is that there never has been any proper vocational guidance in our educational institutions. Nearly all grope in the dark, and their chief concern when they look for a job is to ask what the salary is like. They never bother to think whether they are suited for the job or, even more importantly, whether the job suits them or not . Being happy at a job is irrelevant to most people. Their attitude is 15 one of who cares! So long as I do my part, keep my working hours and receive my due at the end of the month, what more do I want? Having a job is more than merely providing yourself and your dependents with daily bread and some money for leisure and entertainment. It sets a pattern of life and, in many ways, determines social status in life, selection of friends, leisure and interests. 20 In choosing a career, you should first consider the type of work which will suit your interest. Nothing is more pathetic than taking on a job in which you have no interest, for it can not only discourage your desire to succeed in life, but also ruin your talents and ultimately make you an emotional wreck and a bitter person.

Consideration should be given to various aptitudes. Far too many people have 25 stores of abilities and talents that are not fully utilized or which are even left dormant. Being aware of latent talents will provide you with the incentive to keep working in the face of difficulties and disappointments, because you will know for sure that you are doing the best for yourself and have the confidence that you can accomplish what you set out to do. 30 At this point, it would be useful to note the differences between occupation, profession and vocation. An occupation is an employment, trade or business. It does not necessarily require great mental ability. It caters for people with standard basic education and sufficient skill to carry on essential work to the needs of a country. Professional employment demands extensive college or University training and 35 requires a strict and comprehensive public examination. You should not attempt to enter a professional career unless you have above average intelligence and possess determination to sacrifice time for studies. A vocation has more exclusive demands for it requires not only academic aptitude but also a deep sense of service to mankind plus the feeling of profound loyalty and devotion to ones work. 40 The world in which we live is like a vast forum where our mental capacities, our skills, fortitude and services are bartered. We will offer them for many reasons to earn a living, for personal gains, satisfaction and fame. Some men will commit deeds that will harm others in order to achieve their purpose. Mercifully, this same desire for achievement may compel other men to serve their fellow beings. It is best for all to 45 remember that for the benefit we get from the world, we are behind in turn to contribute something ourselves. Adapted from Work & Be Merry In Comprehensive English by Vivian Quek. Mc-Graw-Hill Far Eastern Publishers (S) Ltd 1972.

With reference to the passage, answer the following questions in the spaces provided. 1. What is the result when they are employed by sheer accident? ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ ( 2 marks ) 2. (i) Write the meaning of this word and phrase: grope in the dark ( line 11) __________________________________________________________ (ii) leisure ( line 19) ___________________________________________________________ (2 marks) 3. Give two reasons why the writer advises that we should not attempt to enter a professional career unless we have above average intelligence. (i) (ii) __________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ (2 marks) 4. As a conclusion, what balanced view is suggested by the writer for workers in general? ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ ( 2 marks )

5. In your opinion, what is the difference between an occupation and a profession? ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ ( 2 marks )

Choose ONE of the tasks below and write an essay in about 350 words. Task 1 Describe about a naughty boy who finally learnt a lesson. You may use the following storyline to help you. Who is the naughty boy bullied smaller kids (e.g. in the bus, classroom, etc) got other kids into trouble told lies to teachers teacher found out learnt a lesson

Task 2 Describe the place you would like to take your friend to when he/she visit Malaysia. Use the points given to help you. Location Places to see Things to do Food Accomodation Cool weather Ideal gateway Task 3 Write an argumentative essay based on the following question. Public caning should be re-introduced to control the increasing number of discipline cases in schools. Do you agree?