SECTION A

(10 marks)
(Time suggested: 15 minutes)

The text below is about The Klentong Man.

Question 1
Read the text below. The first and the 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 and punctuation errors in this text.

The Klentong man is the most interesting hawker one can

ever see.

He ride a bicycle to which is attached a three-

e.g: rides

wheeled cart with a covered top. In the cart are loaded all

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kinds of household things. Hanging on the top, one can see

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brooms, feather dusters and rows of brushs. Over the cart

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itself, his customers can get pins, clips and needles, tread and

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laces. He also sells knifes, handkerchiefs and aluminium pots

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and pans. In fact, every time he stop at a house, a housewife is

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able to find something that she needs. He was called the

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Klentong man because he carry a rattle which makes a noise,

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to let people know that he is coming. It is sad that such a

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interesting sight is becoming rare in our country. Furthermore,

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we have to change with time.

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Section B
(30 marks)
(Time suggested: 40 minutes)
Question 2.
Read the following text. Then, answer the questions (a) (j)
A GIRAFFE
As the tallest animal on Earth, a giraffes long neck benefits the animal in many ways. For
instance, a giraffe only needs to lift its long, flexible tongue to reach high into the trees to get
bountiful supply of leaves and twigs. No other plant-eating animal of the grasslands in Africa or in
other places can reach as high as the giraffe. The giraffes height allows it to nibble leaves such as
the acacia leaves, its favourite leaves. Secondly, an adult giraffe can see for long distances using its
long neck. It can easily spot a lion in time. This makes it easier for the giraffe to run away from
dangerous predators.
Will its neck cause any problem? Unfortunately, yes. A thirsty giraffe has to work harder
than some other animals as to take a drink. To reach the water, a giraffe has to spread its front
legs wide apart. It becomes an easy target for enemies when it is in this awkward position.
Questions (a) (j)
Using the information from the text, complete the following graphic organizer.

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Question 3.
Read the brochure below. Then, answer questions (a) (j).

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Questions (a) to (d):

Based on the brochure, state whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSE.
(a) Cherating provides the beautiful and calming beach.
(b) One can experience cool mountain air with beautiful
scenery at Lake Chini
(c) Other than famous for its fishing village and salted fish,
Beserah also has many handicraft workshops.
(d) Tourists will experience the cool mountain air with
abundance of luxuriant vegetation at Frasers Hill.

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Questions (e) to (i):

Read the brochure carefully and answer the questions below.
(e) Where can the tourists go if they want to camp and explore the beauty of nature?
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(f) Why would the tourists feel harmony and peace once they step up to Frasers Hill?
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(g) Fill in the table with an appropriate phrase from the brochure.
Meaning

Phrase

(i) plants and animals

(ii) lush plants and crop

(h) Why do you think there are abundance of vegetables, fruits and flowers in Cameron
Highlands?
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(i) What do you think the villagers in Beserah do for a living?
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(j)

You would like to go to one of the places mentioned in the brochure next weekend. In
about 50 words, write an email to your friend. In your email:
tell him/her about your place of choice
write about what you plan to do there
add other relevant information to make your writing interesting

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Section C

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(20 marks)
(Time suggested: 20 minutes)
Question 4
Read the article below.

Did you know, a kitchen can be a dangerous place if you are not careful? You
can keep your kitchen safe by following these tips.
First, make sure all wires, cords and plugs on your appliances are not frayed. The
plugs should have 3-point grounded connections. This would include toasters, blenders,
microwave ovens, cake mixers, coffee makers and other electrical appliances. You
should also make sure that the blender is unplugged and switched off before touching
the blade.
When you have pots and pans cooking on the stove, do not leave them
unattended. Also, avoid wearing inappropriate clothing such as loose sleeves and
sweaters while cooking. Make sure to keep dish towels, pot holders and oven mitts
away from the stove. Keep matches and lighters in places where children cannot reach
easily. It is also good to keep a fire extinguisher in or near the kitchen. However, the fire
extinguisher should not be kept too close to the stove.
When cutting things with a knife, always cut facing away from your body, as it
can slip and injure you. Furthermore, do not try to catch the knife if it falls. It is better
for it to hit the floor than to cut your hand.
Make sure to clean up spills immediately as wet floors are slippery. Keep the
kitchen floor clear of toys and other items. Finally, you should put a childproof lock not
only on the medicine or detergent cabinets but also on your oven.

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Read the article carefully and answer questions (a) (i).

(a) What should plugs of kitchen appliances have?
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(b) What should you do before touching the blades of a blender?
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(c) Why should you keep matches and lighters in high places?
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(d) List two things that should be kept away from the stove.
i.

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ii. ________________________________________________________________(1 mark)

(e) Fill in the table with appropriate word/phrase from the speech.
Meaning
i.

Word/Phrase

Unravelled or worn at the edge

ii. Keep away from

iii. Lock that is difficult for children to open
iv. Device to put out fire
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(f) Where should you keep the fire extinguisher?
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(g) Why should you not try to catch a falling knife?
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(h) State two suggestions for taking safety precautions.
i.

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ii. ________________________________________________________________(1 mark)

(i) Provide two reasons why should you not wear loose sleeves when cooking.
i.

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

HEIR CONDITIONING
By: M.SHANmughalingam
Grand dad did you breathe
before air cons were invented
was it hard staying
alive without modern inventions?
Grandma werent you flustered
as you fluttered with paper fans?
could you communicate before
faxes and long distance calls
became basic necessities?
Grandchild we lived
before your age. Because
of our ignorance,
we did not know
pollution, stress, traffic jams
destruction of forests, streams and hills
we feared God and nature
now nature fears you and
money is your new God.

(a) Who speaks in the first stanza and to whom?

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(b) What did the old generation respect?
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(c) What is the God of the new generation?
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(d) Would you like to live in the era of the Grand dad? Give your reason.
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SECTION D
(40 marks)
(Time suggested: 45 minutes)
Question 6
You should spend 30 minutes on this question.
The picture below shows the Teachers Day celebration in your school.
Write a report about the event for your school magazine.

When writing the report you should:

describe what happened

express how you felt
suggest ways to appreciate your teachers in school
write between 120 to 150 words
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QUESTION 7
The following are the novels studied in the Literature Component in the English Language.

1. Around 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 a character whom you admire. Provide evidence
from the novel to support your answer.
Write:

in not less than 50 words

in continuous form (not in note form)

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