1.The following are the short stories studied in the literature component in English Language.

Leaving - M. G. Vassanji

Tanjung Rhu - Minfing Ho

Choose any one of the short stories above and complete the fill in the blank sample answer below.

Question: The writer describes the main character as a very determined person. Using the details from the
novel that you have studied write about: some instances that show the characters determination.

successful scholarship desire admirable seek

restaurants willing knowledge 3000 shillings
decision universities

The short story that I have read is Leaving by M.G. Vassanji. In the story, there is a character that
I think is ________________. The character is Aloo. This answer will discuss why I believe that he is a
determined person.

Firstly, Aloo is a hardworking person. This is seen when he received the offer letter from
CALTECH with full ________________ . He was a straight As student and he worked very hard to
achieve this. Also, he applied to a lot of ________________ in America by looking for their names in
books. This event proves that Aloo is a very hard hardworking person. To me, students should be
hardworking too, to be ________________.

Secondly, Aloo is an ambitious person. This is seen when Aloo still wanted to go to America,
even when his family was poor. He needed money for flight ticket, and spending money of
________________. He was ________________ to work to get the money. For example, like students in
America who worked in ________________ while studying. From this event, we can see that Aloo has a
strong ________________ to succeed. I learn that we must have the same quality, to achieve our target.

Lastly, Aloo is also a wise person. This is seen in the story when Mother and Aloo went to
________________ advice from Mr. Velji, his school officers. Aloo knew Mr. Velji had experience and
________________ to advise him and his mother. He also knew that Mr. Velji will give helpful advice
about his future. This event shows that we need to be wise before making an
important________________.

In conclusion, it is evident from the events above that Aloo is a determined person that has many
positive qualities. We, as the reader should learn from him.