SECTION A

[10 marks]
[Time suggested: 15 minutes]

Answer all questions in this paper

The text below is about a childhood memory

Question 1

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 provided. The correct word must not change the meaning of the sentence.
There are no spelling and punctuation errors in the text.

I grew up in a backward and poor family in the 1950s when children were

leave on their own most of the time with little supervision from their parents. ____left____
My memories of early childhood are fascinating. I am a cry baby when I was (a)_________
about four or five years old. One day, I was crying persistent and our neighbour got
(b)_________
irritated. She came across with a red chilli, cut it open held my head and rubbed it (c)_________

against my lips. I felt a very hot sensation and I cry even louder.My mother seemed (d)_________
(e)_________
so helpless as she stood aside beside me without even say a word to my neighbour

on her cruel action.

Then, there was an accident one boredom afternoon when I jumped onto my (f)_________

neighbour’s tricycle for the free ride to the standpipe to collect drinking water. On (g)_________
the way back, I saw a beehive at a rambutan tree. Being curious or adventurous, I (h)_________
climbed up to check it out. Then, I used a stick to poke the hive. To my surprised, a (i)_________

swarm of bees came straight toward me. I screamed for help as they started to stung (j)_________

me. Shocked, I fell to the ground with a thud

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 SECTION B
[30 marks]
[Time suggested: 40 minutes]

Question 2

Read the following text. Then, answer question (a) – (j).

Teeth the only bones in our body that are not covered by flesh. Whenever we smile
or laugh, we see them. Teeth play an important role to make us enjoy our food and help us to
chew. Teeth bite and chew food so that it is small enough to be swallowed. We also need
them to talk. Different teeth work with our tongue and lips to help us form sounds.

To prevent our teeth from rotting, we have to observe certain good rules. First, we
need to brush our teeth thus preventing pain in the gums. It is recommended that we brush
our teeth in the morning, at night and after meals, to ensure a clean sparkling set of teeth.
Regular dental check-ups should also be done.

In between dentist visits, we can prevent problems by eating fewer sugary snacks and
sugary drinks , such as soda. Excess sugar can damage our teeth and cause tooth decay. We
should eat food as such as dairy products to have strong teeth.

If we take care our teeth now, we’ll be chewing like a champ for the rest of our lives!

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Question (a) – (j)

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

Importance
a)________________________________________________________________________

b)________________________________________________________________________

Dental Care

c)______________________________________________

When?
 in the morning
 at night
 d)______________________

Food

Avoid

f)__________________________________
cause h)________________________
g)__________________________________

Consume
i)__________________________________
cause j)________________________

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 (10 marks)

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Question 3

Read the flyer below. Then, answer questions (a) – (j)

A.THEATRICAL ACTIVITIES

Do you enjoy plays.sketches and dramas? Do ou have hidden talents that need to be tapped?
How about an interest in script writing,directing,

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Question (a) – (d): Based on the leaflet, state whether the following statements are TRUE or

FALSE

(a) Parents often offer advice to their children based on their True (1 mark)
own experiences.

(b) School counselors give professional help to students because False (1 mark)
they have the right personalities and attributes.

(c) School counselors give students professional help, offer True (1 mark)
students career guidance and suggest the right career for students.

(d) Peer facilitators are better than adults because they are False (1 mark)
well- trained.

Question (e) – (i): Read the leaflet carefully and answer the following questions.

(e) How do troubled student get in touch with the volunteers in help centres?
By telephone
(1 mark)
(f) Who are peer facilitators?
Students who are interested to help other students with their problems
(1 mark)
(g) Fill in the table with an appropriate phrase from the leaflet.
Meaning Phrase

i. to tell someone everything that pour your hearts out

you are feeling (1 mark)

ii. influence from people of the peer pressure

same age group (1 mark)

(h) Why do some students prefer to seek help from volunteers in help centres?
They prefer to talk to someone whom they do not see face-to-face.
(1 mark)
(i) Why do you think some students find it easier to talk about their problems to peer
facilitators?

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 They think peer facilitators understand them better as they are of the same age
group.
(1 mark)
(j) Your friend, who is studying in a boarding school, is facing problems with schoolwork
and needs help. In about 50 words, send an email to your friend. In your e-mail:
 suggest who he/she can get help from
 give a reason why he/she should get help immediately
 add other relevant information to make your writing interesting

To:

Subject:

Dear,

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 SECTION C
[20 marks]
[Time suggested: 20 minutes]

Question 4

Read the article about ways to help a victim who feels faint.

Fainting can be frightening thing, especially when you do not know why it is happening or what
to do. It is more frightening than serious, but do take precautions. Here are ways you can take care of
yourself or someone else it occurs.

To avoid injuries, try to stop the victim from falling to the ground. If the person is standing
upright, lay him down on the ground or sit him down on a couch. Make sure it is not a chair without
armrests. This will still allow the victim to fall off it and cause injury.

Next, open the window or door to allow more air into the room. Another way to help a person
who feels faint is to get a cold compress and place it on the forehead. Wrap the compress in a cloth
before applying it.

When the victim recovers from the fainting spell, get the person back into an upright sitting
position slowly. Continue to give the victim support, even after they are sitting upright. Don’t allow him
to walk immediately. If the person is conscious, then give him some water. Don’t let him gulp a
mouthful of water. Make sure he takes small sips at a time to prevent choking.

If you feel faint, you may be able to take these steps. If possible, lie down. This can help prevent
fainting as it allows blood to circulate to the brain. Don’t let yourself get dehydrated. Drink enough
fluids, especially when your body is losing more water due to sweating or being in a warm environment.

Finally, ensure there is good blood circulation. If you have to stand or sit for a long time,
periodically stretch your leg muscles. Also, cross your legs to help improve blood flow to the heart and
brain. Try to avoid overheated or cramped areas. Call 999 for help if someone who has fainted for
about a minute still does not regain consciousness or is having difficulty breathing.

Read the speed carefully and answer the questions (a) – (i)

(a) What will happen if a person who feels faint falls to the ground?

It can cause injuries to the person.

(1mark)

(b) Where should you place the cold compress?

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 On the forehead.
(1mark)

(c) List two preventive steps to take if you think that you are going to faint?

i. Lie down

ii. Drink enough fluids

(2 marks)

(d) What will happen if a victim who feels faint gulps a mouthful of water?

He may choke.
(1mark)

(e) Fill in the table with an appropriate word/ phrase from the article.

Meaning Phrase

i. safety measure precaution

(1 mark)

ii. a short period of time spell

(1 mark)

iii. able to use the senses to consciousness

understand what is happening (1 mark)

iv. losing a large amount of water dehydrated

(1 mark)

(f) Why is it necessary to make a person who feels faint lie down?

This will allow blood to circulate to the brain and prevent from fainting
(1mark)

(g) State two other ways to improve blood circulation to the brain.

i. Stretch the leg muscle

ii. Cross the legs

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 (2 marks)

(h) Why do you think that a person who feels faint should avoid overheated and cramped
areas?

Because those places would make the victim’s condition worsen.

(1mark)
(i) State two other ways to help a person who has fainted.
i. Loosen the tight clothing around the victim’s body._

ii. Don’t crowd around the victim.

(3 marks)

Question 5

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

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

_The grandchild speaks to his/her grandparents.
(1mark)

(b) What did the old generation revere?

The old generation revered God and nature.
(1 mark)

(c) What does the new generation worship?

The new generation worship money.
(1 mark)

(d) Would you like to live in the era of the Grandad? Give your reasons.
Yes. I like to live in a pollution-free world. I would be happy and contented living a simple
life and among nature. I want to have joy, peace and happiness in my life.

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 No, I would find life too boring and simple. I prefer to live in a digital era as I cannot live
without technological gadgets.

(2marks)

SECTION D
[40 marks]
[Time suggested: 45 minutes]

Question 6
You are required to give a speech for Prize Giving Day. With the help of the notes below, write
out your speech entitled “How to be a successful student”.

When writing your speech, you should:

 use all the notes given

 elaborate on the notes to make it more interesting
 add other relevant information
 make sure your speech is between 120 – 150 words

Good morning to the Principal, teachers and fellow students. I am here on this ‘Prize
Giving Day’ to present a speech on “How to be a successful student”. It takes a lot of effort on the
part of the student to be successful.

First and foremost, a student has to be very hardworking. As the saying goes, “No Pain,
No Gain”. A student has to work hard in all aspects of his or her life. Only then the student will
achieve the intended goals. If you want to score A’s, then you will have to put in 4 to 5 hours of
study daily at home apart from studying in school.

In addition, being disciplined is very important. To be hardworking, you need to be

disciplined, in terms of being punctual to school, being attentive in class, finishing up homework
and doing eraly preparation for tests and examinations. To be able to do all tehse, having positive
attitudes and values play important roles. The never give-up attitude should be instilled in you.
Only then success will come your way.

Besides, time management is important. A student has to study, does school work,
homework, faces examinations and also needs to cope with extra-curricular activities. It is also
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equally important to spend leisure time with family and friends. So, the student has to manage his
time wisely. A personal timetable can be very useful.

Lastly, you should choose your friends wisely. Good, sensible friends will help you
succeed in studies.

Well, in short, to be a successful student, you need to work hard, be disciplined with
positive values and attitudes. Don’t forget! Time management is very important.

Thank you and good luck!

(30 marks)

Question 7

The following are the novels studied in the Literature Component is 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 on the main theme.

Give evidence from the novel to support your answer.

Your response should be:

 not less than 50 words
 in continuous writing form (not note form)

The main theme in the novel “How I Met Myself” is theme of responsibility.
Firstly, John Taylor loves his wife and child. Therefore, he sees it as his responsibility to
safeguard them. When John Taylor realizes that the doppelganger is trying to convey to
him something important; to safeguard his family.
Being a responsible father and husband, John tries his best to find out more about the
doppelganger. John finds out that the doppelganger, Janos Szabo, had lost his wife and
child in a tragic bombing in the war. John knows the doppelganger was trying to tell him
something to save his family. John tries his best to locate the doppelganger.
Finally, with the help of the doppelganger, John’s wife and child escape the explosion at
the café. The theme of responsibility is highlighted through John Taylor when he fulfills his
duties as a loving husband and father.
(10 marks)

KERTAS SOALAN TAMAT

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