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SECTION A
(10 MARKS)
[TIME SUGGESTED: 15 MINUTES]

Amswer all questions in this paper.

The text below is about a man who was attacked by a bear

Question 1
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.

This is a true story that happened year ago. One cold day, a man named Bob e.g. years
Grant was looking for gold on the Rocky Mountains. Just as he came around a a.__________
bend, he come face to face with a huge grizzly bear. Before Bob could raise his b.___________
gun, it attacked him. The bear dragged him until it reached an huge rock near a c.___________
cave, where it dropped Bob. The rock was on a cliff above a fast river. He only d.___________
chance to live was to roll off the rock and dive on the river, and that was what he e.___________
did. He fell deep into the icy cold water. The swift waters sweep him onto the f.___________
roots of a big tree that sat on the river bank. Just then, much people who were g.___________
passing by saw Bob. They dragged him away from the river bank but brought h.___________
him to safety. They looking after him until he was well again. When Bob i.___________
recovered, he thanked they. He realized he had been given a second chance to j.___________
live.

(10 marks)

SECTION B
(30 MARKS)

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[TIME SUGGESTED: 40 MINUTES]

Question 2
Read the following text. Then, answer questions (a) (j).

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. However, some people skip it
as they get up late and have to rush off to work. Some people just do not have the
habit of eating so early in the morning.
Having breakfast aids in maintaining a normal and healthy weight. It keeps
weight-related diseases such as heart diseases and high blood sugar at bay. Thus, it
leads to a longer and healthier life in the long run. Besides, breakfast provides energy
needed for bodily functions. The nutrients and energy gained from a good breakfast
help to maintain cell growth and repair. They also keep the body well-nourished to
perform well.
Skipping breakfast is definitely a huge mistake as it is needed to provide the
body with essential nutrients. Those who regularly skip breakfast put unnecessary
stress on their bodies and often find themselves feeling sluggish and getting tired
easily. This eventually takes a toll on the body, resulting in not only slower but also
weaker cell formation. The frequent skipping of breakfast can eventually lead to
serious health problems.
It is therefore very important that people should not give breakfast a miss.

Questions (a) (j)

Using the information from the text, complete the following graphic organic organiser.

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Reasons why people skip breakfast

Get up (a)____________________
Not their (b)__________________
to eat early in the morning

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Benefits of breakfast:

Maintains normal, healthy weight

Prevents diseases and brings about
a (c) ______________________

life in a long run.

Gives (d) ___________________

and energy for bodily functions.

Help to maintain (e)

_______________________
Keeps body (f) ________________

Effects of skipping breakfast

to perform well.

(10 marks)

Feeling (g)________________
Getting (h)________________

easily.
Slower and also (i)

_____________ cell formation.

May result in (j) ___________
health problems.

Question 3
Read the brochure below. Then, answer questions (a) (j)
WHAT TO EAT AND WHERE
KAMZAI
Kuala Lumpur

WARONG MALAYSIA
Kuantan

Enjoy the best of Japanese takeaway serving 50

different types of sushi and Japanese noodles for
busy city folks

The place to enjoy the best Malaysian cuisine.

Come taste our local specialties spic fried rice,
nasi lemak, chicken rendang and traditional
cakes. We also cater for weddings and birthday
parties.

Weekdays only: 10.00 a.m. 8.00 p.m.

CHENNAI CAF
Ipoh

Open daily: 6.00 a.m. 11.00 p.m.

GOLDEN DRAGON RESTAURANT
Penang

Indulge in and experience delicious South Indian

dishes. Try thosai, Chennai fried rice, spicy
seafood and our famous fish head curry. Special
vegetarian dishes served on Tuesdays and
Fridays.

Enjoy an unforgettable food experience. We

serve ginseng soup, roasted duck and special
Hakka noodles. Select live fish and lobsters from
our aquariums and enjoy freshly steamed
seafood.

Open daily: 11.00 a.m. 11.00 p.m.

Open daily: 5.00 p.m. 12.00 a.m.

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SPICY SIAM
Kuching
Kuchings first and only revolving restaurant
that serves superb Thai food. Savour our mouthwatering mango pudding and durian ice cream.
At revolving restaurant, you will enjoy your
meals with an amazing birds eye view of the
city.

JOJO CAF
Johor
A dining experience for those who prefer
traditional English fish and chips, pasta and
healthy garden salads. Afternoon tea with a
variety of pastries. Live band after 8.00 p.m.
Open daily: 3.00 p.m. 12.00 a.m.

Open every day except Sundays.

Lunch: 11.00 a.m. 2.30 p.m.
Dinner: 5.00 p.m. - 10.00 p.m.

Questions (a) (d): Based on the advertisement, state whether the following statements are
TRUE or FALSE
(a) Warong Malaysia is famous for its local dishes.

_________________ (1 mark)

(b) Jojo Caf serves Chinese food.

_________________ (1 mark)

(c) Fruit based desserts are served at Spicy Siam

_________________ (1 mark)

(d) Lunch is served at all the restaurants

_________________ (1 mark)

Questions (e) (i): Read the advertisement carefully and answer the questions below.
(e) Where can you expect to get fresh seafood?
___________________________________________________________ (1 mark)
(f) Which restaurant is open only five days a week?
___________________________________________________________ (1 mark)

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(g) Fill in the table with an appropriate word from the advertisement.
i.

Meaning
Enjoy the pleasure of

ii.

doing something
taste

Word
_____________________________
_____________________________
(2 marks)

(h) What is the advantage of dining at a revolving restaurant?

___________________________________________________________ (1 mark)
(i) Why do you think a person will specifically eat at Chennai Caf on Tuesday?
___________________________________________________________ (1 mark)

(j) You plan to take your friend out for dinner to one of these restaurants. In about 50 words,
write an email to your friend.
In your e-mail:
State the restaurant you plan to take him/her to
Give reasons to support your choice
Add other relevant information to make your writing interesting
Dear___________________,
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________

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__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
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Question 4
Read the text below.

There was a king who had a daughter and she was the fairest girl in the land.
As he was old, he wanted to find an heir to the throne to whom he would give his
daughters hand in marriage.
To achieve this, the person had to take up a challenge. The person had to be
brave enough to swim across the crocodile-filled moat around the palace. He
believed that the person who was courageous enough to do so would be suitable to
rule in his palace. Besides, he wanted a man who was determined.
The king called for all the men in his kingdom and they gathered around the
palace. He announced the challenge and the rewards but no one dared to jump into
the moat as this would risk their lives. They knew that the crocodiles would attack
anyone who jumped into the moat. Moreover, the creatures were left hungry so
they would be ferocious.
Although the king was disappointed, in reality, he had not expected anyone
to take up the challenge. As he was telling his people to return home, he suddenly
heard a distant splash. He rushed to the other side of the palace and saw a man
swimming in a state of panic. He was desperately trying to keep away from the
crocodiles in the moat. The people started to cheer for the brave young man. It was
a miracle that he survived. When he was out of the water, he shouted and

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demanded to know who had pushed him in.

The king was surprised but he still embraced the young man. He told the
young man that he was impressed by his brave act and granted him an additional
reward. All that the young man had to do was ask!
Read the text carefully and answer questions (a) (i)
(a) Who was the fairest girl in the kingdom?
___________________________________________________________ (1 mark)
(b) What was the moat filled with?
___________________________________________________________ (1 mark)
(c) What did one have to do to marry the kings daughter?
___________________________________________________________ (1 mark)
(d) What were the main qualities that the king had expected from the successor?
i.
______________________________________________________(1 mark)
ii.
______________________________________________________(1 mark)
(e) Fill in the table with an appropriate word or phrase from the text.
Meaning
i.
A difficult task that tests
ii.

somebodys ability
Very fierce

Word/Phrase
_____________________________________
_____________________________________

iii.

Avoid
_____________________________________

iv.

Hugged

_____________________________________
(4 marks)
(f) Why did the king rush to the other side of the palace?
___________________________________________________________ (1 mark)
(g) Why did the young man swim in a state of panic?
___________________________________________________________ (1 mark)

(h) It was a miracle that he survived. Do you agree it was a miracle? Why?
____________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________ (2 marks)
(i) If you were one of the villagers, would you have accepted the kings challenge? Give a
reason.

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___________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________ (2 marks)

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

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(a) Who wrote this poem?

___________________________________________________________ (1 mark)
(b) How many stanzas are there in the poem?
___________________________________________________________ (1 mark)
(c) From stanza 4, what is a stray?
___________________________________________________________ (1 mark)
(d) In your own words, explain the lines the piece of good advice that which no one
seems to need
___________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________ (2 marks)