SECTION B

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

How to Reduce Air Pollution

Air pollution is bad for our health. It can cause cancer and damage to the immune,
neurological, reproductive and respiratory systems. Therefore, we should do our part to
prevent air pollution.
One way is by using our cars less. We could car pool with our neighbours. We could
also take the bus, train or LRT to get to our destination. If your destination is only a short
distance, you could just walk or cycle.
Another way is changing our buying habits. You could cook your own meals instead of
buying canned food. In addition, for grocery shopping, bring a cloth recycling bag. Try to go for
items with less packaging.You should also adopt the practice of reuse, recycle and reduce in
your life as much as possible.
Thirdly, try to find ways to conserve energy. Minimise the use of lights by setting up your
work or study space near a window that gets bright light all day. This will ensure you do not
switch the lights on.
Finally, unplug your electrical appliances when not in use. Do not take long hot showers
or baths as that too takes a lot of energy.
In conclusion, we should do our part in reducing air pollution. We should try to use cars
less, change our buying habits and find ways to save energy. All these will go a long way in
making our air cleaner.

Questions (a) (j)

Using the information from the text, complete the following graphic organiser.
(a)
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Use car
less

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Ways to
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Changing
buying
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Conserve
energy

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Question 3
Read the book reviews below. Then, answer questions (a) (j).
PERSINA THE FAIRY
By Janie Swan
Persina lives in Fairy lives in Fairyland with all the other fairies. One day,
Persina felt bored. She decided to visit the human world. The other fairies
told her it would be dangerous, but Persina did not listen. She went to the
human world and somwhow injured her wings. Tina, a young girl found
Persina and helped her get better. This is a beautiful tale of fantasy and
friendship.
AROUND THE WORLD WITH THE TAN TWINS BOOK
By Khairul bin Jamal
Twin brothers, Ethan and Andy Tans parents usually travel for work.
Oftentimes, they bring the twins along. In this book, the twins are in Greece.
They visit the Parthenon, Acropolis Museum, Myrtos Beach and other
interesting places. If you like this book, you may enjoy reading Around The
World with the Tan Twins Book 2.

THE LAZY BEAR

By Sally Chan
Bobo was a very lazy bear cub. His parents would always find food for him.
Bobo would play all day long. One day, Bobos parents were late bringing him
food. Bobo decided to look for food himself. However, he did not know how
to. Children will love reading this book as the language is easy. The storyis
accompanied wit attractive illustrations.

ROGER THE ROBOT

By Murugan Subra
The year is 2115. Roger the Robot works as a servant for the Wilson family.
Roger does everything for the family. He only takes a break one day in a year.
Roger and the other robots will meet up on that day to have a party. However,
the Wilson family does not allow Roger to take a break. Roger the Robot then
decides to teach the Wilson family a lesson.

Questions (a) (d) :

Based on the book reviews, state whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSE.
(a) Persina is a human.

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(b) The Tan family visits Greece.

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(c) Bobo is a hardworking bear.

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(d) Roger the Robot takes a break once a year.

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Questions (e) (i) :

Read the book reviews carefully and answer the questions below.
(e) Who found Persina?
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(f) List two places the Tan twins visit in Greece.
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(1 mark)
(g) Fill in the table with an appropriate word/phrase from the book reviews.
Meaning

Word/Phrase

i. able to cause harm

ii. to have a short rest
(2 marks)
(h) Why do you think Bobo does not know how to find food
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(1 mark)
(i) How do you think Roger the Robot will teach the Wilson family a lesson?
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(1 mark)

(j) You wish to recommend a book to your younger cousin:

In about 50 words, write an e-mail to your cousin.

In your note:

state a book you have chosen

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)
Answers

Section B
Question 2
(a) car pool with neighbours
(b) take the bus, train or LRT
(c) walk or cycle to a short distance
(d) cook own meal
(e) bring cloth recycling bags for shopping
(f) get items with less packaging
(g) practice reuse, recycle and reduce
(h) minimise the use of lights
(i) unplug electrical appliances when not in use
(j) do not take long hot showers
Question 3
(a) False
(b) True
(c) False
(d) True
(e) Tina, a young girl
(f) The Parthenon/ Acropolis Museum/ Myrtos Beach
(g) i. dangerous
ii. to take a break
(h) Bobos parents always find food for him, therefore he does not learn how to find food
himself.
(i) I think Roger the Robot will not do any work for the Wilson family. (Accept any suitable
answer)