SECTION A

[10 marks]
[Time suggested: 15 minutes]
Question 1:
The text below is about a girls pet cat.
Read the text below. The first and 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.

A few months ago, my family and I went back to our hometown. We

decided to bring your pet cat, Tiger along. My grandparents also have

e.g: ___ our____

two pet cats. Tiger got along by them very well. The next day, we went

1. ____________

to my mothers hometown which are 45 minutes away from my fathers.

2. ____________

The house was surrounded by a durian orchard. Unfortunately, a next

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morning, we realized that Tiger was missed. In the evening, we had to

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leave for my fathers hometown, so we still had not found Tiger. My

5. ____________

uncle promised me that he will sent Tiger back if he found it. We had to

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spend another night on my fathers hometown before we headed back

7. ____________

to Kuala Lumpur. Suddenly, around three oclock in the morning, I hear

8. ____________

Tiger meowing. It then appeared in front of I eyes. I stared in disbelief.

9. ____________

My uncle have kept his promise! I called my uncle to thank him. Now,

10. ___________

my cat is very clever. It will not go out alone outside the house. I think it
had a scary experience of getting lost in the orchard.

(10 marks)

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

If you have not done your Deepavali shopping yet, why not start early and do it for
a good cause.
Visit the Indian Womens Charity Bazaar at Grandeur Hotel, Kuala Lumpur.
Organized by the Indian Society of Malaysia, the bazaar offers a variety of
traditional indian dresses, decorative items, jewellery and sweets for sale.
Organizing chairman for the bazaar, Mrs Premini Shakarajah said that the bazaar is
an annual event held to raise funds for charity. The money collected will be
handed over to the Welfare Department and will be given to various charity
organisations.
The bazaar will be opened from 10.00 a.m. to 7.00 p.m. ecery day from 12 to 22
october 2014.
The first 100 visitors will receive a goodie bag and free refreshments.

Question (a) (j)

Using the information from the advertisement, complete the following graphic organizer.

Venue:
(a) ______________________

First 100 visitors will receive

Organized by:

(j) _______________________

(b) ______________________
Chairman:

free refreshments

(c) ______________________

Time:
Money collected will be handed
over to:

(d) ______________________
Date:

(i) _______________________
(e) ______________________

What are sold at the bazaar:

(f) ______________________
(g) ______________________
(h) ______________________

(10 marks)

Question 3:
Read the advertisement below. Then, answer question (a) to (i)

Looking for a short duration baking class? If you are, youve come to the right place.
Come join our baking lessons!

Our courses are conducted by professional chefs with many years of culinary experience.
What you will learn as a student

Cakes learn to make a variety of cakes

Pies sweet and savoury fillings. A pie can be single-crust or double-crust enclosed
in a pastry shell
Desserts all versions of pudding, custard and mousse
Cake decoration baking made beautiful. Show off your creativity and learn how to
present food exquisitely
Puff pastry light, flaky and satisfying
Cupcakes a pretty simple snack in a cup designed for one person
Tarts mouth-watering filling over a pastry base

Our classes will be conducted in a studio located in Shah Alam. The recipes and ingredients
will be given. All participants will have hands-on learning experience making the cakes.
Bring as many friends and family members as you can. Be prepared for lots of fun and
laughter.
Those who want to sign-up for the classes can visit our website at
www.maryannebaking.com.my or call us at 03-55015555
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Question (a) (d): Based on the advertisement, state whether the following statements are TRUE or
FALSE.
(a) The participant will learn to bake many types of cakes.

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(1 mark)

(b) Filling for pies could be sweet or salty.

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(1 mark)

(c) Puff pastry is hard and crispy.

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(1 mark)

(d) Pastry is needed to make tarts.

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(1 mark)

Questions (e) to (i): read the advertisement carefully and answer the questions below.
(e) Who will teach the course?
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(1 mark)

(f) What will participants learn in cake decoration?

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(1 mark)

(g) Fill in the table with an appropriate phrase from the process.
Meaning

Phrase

i)

Practical exercise

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ii)

Delicious

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(2 marks)

(h) Which sentence describes the atmosphere of the classes?

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(1 mark)

(i) What should people who are interested in the courses do?
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(1 mark)

(j) You saw an advertisement inviting people to join a baking class. In about 50 words, write an
email to a friend. In your email:

Encourage your friend to join you

Give reasons to support your choice
Add other relevant information to make your writing interesting

To:
From:

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Your friend,
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(10 marks)
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SECTION C
[20 marks]
[Time suggested: 20 minutes]
Question 4:
Read the article below then answer question (a) (i)

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-prong 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 blades.
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 or heater.
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 medicines or

detergent cabinets but also on your oven.

(a) According to the article, what should plugs have?

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(1 mark)

(b) Why should you keep matches and lighters in high places?
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(1 mark)

(c) Where should you keep the fire extinguisher?

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(1 mark)

(d) List two things you should not put near the stove.
(i) _______________________________________________________________

(1 mark)

(ii) _______________________________________________________________

(1 mark)

(e) Fill in the table with appropriate words/phrases from the article.
Meaning

Word/phrase
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i.

Unravelled or worn at the edge

i.

Keep away from

ii.

Lock that is difficult for children to open

iii.

Device to put out fire

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(4 marks)
(f) State two suggestions for taking safety precautions in the kitchen.
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(1 mark)

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(1 mark)

(g) In the article, why should you not try to catch a falling knife?
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(1 mark)

(h) Why should you not wear clothes with loose sleeves when cooking?
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(1 mark)

(i) In your opinion, why is it advisable to put childproof locks on the oven?
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(2 marks)

(15 marks)

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

I Wonder
I wonder why the grass is green,
And why the wind is never seen?
Who taught the birds to build a nest,
And told the trees to take a rest?
O, when the moon is not quite round?
Where can the missing bit be found?
Who lights the stars, when they blow out,
And makes the lightning flash about?
Who paints the rainbow in the sky,
And hangs the fluffy clouds so high?
What is it now, do you suppose,
That Dad wont tell me, if he knows?
Jeannie Kirby

a) What is the persona wondering about the trees?

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b) What time of day does stanza 3 refer to?
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c) Why wouldnt the personas father answer her questions?
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(1 mark)
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(1 mark)

d) State two themes from the poem.

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(2 marks)

(5 marks)

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SECTION D
(40 MARKS)
[Time suggested: 45 minutes]
Ouestion 6:
You should spend 30 minutes on this question.
The picture below shows a city with modern inventions.
Based on the picture, write a composition on living in a city with modern inventions.

Living in a city with modern

inventions
modern gadgets
convenient
comfortable
easier to do work

When writing the composition, you should :

use all the notes given for the choice made

elaborate on the notes given to make it more interesting
write between 120 and 150 words
(30 marks)

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Ouestion 7:
The following are the novels studied in the Literature Component in English Language.

1. Around the World in 80 Days - Jules Verne

2. How I Met Myself
- David A. Hill
3. The Railway Children
- Edith Nesbitt (retold by John Escott)

Based on one of the novels above, write about an incident that you think is important in the story.
Provide evidence from the text to support your response.
Write:

in not less than 50 words

in continuous writing (not in note form)

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