SULIT 12

English
Form 1
Nov 2017
2 Hours

Name : ……………………………………….. Class : ………………………

SMK BAKUN
YEAR-END EXAMINATION
FORM 1
2017

ENGLISH

2 Hours

DO NOT OPEN UNTIL YOU ARE TOLD TO DO SO

Instructions
1. This question paper consists of four sections: Section A, QUESTION MARKS
Section B, Section C and Section D.
2. Answer all sections. 1 10

Arahan 2 10
1. Kertas ini mengandungi empat bahagian : Bahagian A, 3 20
Bahagian B, Bahagian C dan Bahagian D.
2. Jawab semua bahagian. 4 15

5 5

6 30
7 10

TOTAL 100

Prepared by, Checked by, Endorsed by,

…………………………… …………………………. …………………………..

(Evan Wee Siaw Chung) (Chong Xin Txin) (Winston Bin
Form 1 Coordinator Head of English Language Thomas Nyadang)
Panel Head of Language Department

This paper contains 14 printed pages

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 SECTION A
(10 marks)
(Time suggested: 15 minutes)

Answer all questions in this paper.

The text below is about snacking.
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.

Snacks can be healthy and tasting but it should not be oily, fattening or eg. tasty
salty. A healthy snack helps you get yours daily nutritional needs. Eat a a) ____________
small serving of a main meal. You should has three main meals and two b) ____________
snack so the amount of food you consume is spread out throughout the c) ____________
day. Eat this way also ensures that you get enough energy to get d) ____________
through the entire day. Eating an healthy snack helps keep the hunger e) ____________
away. Therefore, when it are time for the main meal, you will not be so f) ____________
hungry that you overeats. When you have two snacks a day, you will be g) ____________
satisfy with a small portion of serving during lunch and dinner. h) ____________
Consuming a snacks actually helps you practice healthy habits i) ____________
throughout your life. When you made the effort to choose healthy j) ____________
snacks, you are more likely to make good choices for your main meals.

(10 marks)

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 SECTION B
(30 marks)
(Time suggested: 40 minutes)
Question 2
Read the following text. Then answer questions (a) — (j).

Managing time in school is one of the hardest things to do, especially during secondary
school. It can be hard when you have your mind on many things. It is easy to become stressed,
juggling so many tasks at the same time.
Before going to school, make sure you are awake, have a healthy breakfast, and be
well rested! These basic factors play the most important role in time management.
In the classroom, try to stay focused and concentrate during a lesson. It is difficult to
learn on an empty stomach and students who come to school without having breakfast are
known to perform poorly at school. Try not to sidetrack during lessons! It's hard when that
teacher is just so boring and you start to think about other things. If you tend to daydream
during lessons, better to save it for lunch or when you're at home with some free time.
Don't let your friends distract you! During lessons it's hard to resist the temptation of
passing notes, but just ignore them. Give them back to the sender or save them for later to
reply.
Avoid doodling, even if it seems tempting. It's hard to believe how fast time flies
when you're caught up with a drawing. But you could miss listening to an important lesson or
tips and techniques shared by your teacher.

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 Questions (a) — (j)
Using the information from the text, complete the following graphic organiser.

Managing Time – before going to school

and in school

Before going to school:

(a) Make sure _____________________________

(b) Eat a _________________________________

(c) Be ___________________________________

In school:

(d) Stay _________________________ In school:

during a lesson. (h) Don’t let friends

(e) It is difficult ___________________ _____________________________

on an empty stomach. (i) Resist the temptation of

(f) Try not to _____________________ ______________________________

during lessons. (j) ____________________________ ,

(g) If you tend to __________________ even if it seems tempting.

during lessons, save it for lunch or at

home.

(10 marks)

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Question 3
Read the flyer below. Then answer questions (a) — (j).

Holiday Packages
Mountain Marvel Package

Spend 7 days exploring the mountains with the Mountain

Marvel Package. Our professional and friendly guides are
on hand to guide you through the jungle trails of many
difficulties. Take the opportunity to photograph the
world's largest flower the Rafflessia. Visitors will be
guaranteed of comfortable mountain lodges, designed so
that one can truly appreciate the surrounding flora and
fauna. The fees are RM600 per person and all meals are
included.
Sand and Sun Fun

Spend 4 days and 3 nights exploring the underwater

world. Visitors can snorkel or scuba dive the clear waters.
If you prefer something with nice views, you can try
island hopping and explore the surrounding beaches. For
adventure seekers, there are a variety of beach activities
such as parasailing and banana boat. All visitors will stay
at a luxurious beach resort with complimentary breakfasts
and fees are RM500 per person.
River Safari

Spend 3 days and 2 nights exploring rivers and streams.

Visitors will have an opportunity to try water rafting at
one of the nearby rivers. If you are into something more
relaxing, you can try fishing or canoeing. At night,
experience camping under the stars and cooking your own
meals! All camping and outdoor cooking equipment will
be provided. Fees are RM 200 per person.

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Questions (a) — (d): Based on the flyer, state whether the following statements are TRUE or
FALSE.
(a) The Mountain Marvel package is five days long. ______________ (1 mark)

(b) Visitors have to pay for their own meals with ______________ (1 mark)
the Mountain Marvel Package.

(c) Banana boat and parasailing are extreme activities. ______________ (1 mark)

(d) Visitors will get to camp outdoors if they sign ______________ (1 mark)
up for the River Safari package.

Questions (e) — (i): Read the brochure carefully and answer the questions below.
(e) What does staying at the mountain lodges allow the visitors to do?
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(1 mark)
(f) Which package would suit someone who loves the beach?
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(1 mark)

(g) Fill in the table with an appropriate word from the brochure.
Meaning Word
i. someone who is very good at
something _______________________________________
ii. looks very comfortable, fancy
and nice _______________________________________

(2 mark)

(h) What is so unique about the Rafflesia?

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(1 mark)
(i) What can River Safari visitors experience in the evenings?
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(1 mark)

(10 marks)

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 (j) You want plan to go on one of these holiday packages. In about 50 words, write a postcard to
your best friend.

In your postcard
• state the package you want to choose
• give reasons to support your choice
• add relevant information to make your writing interesting

Dear _________________________,

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From,
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(10 marks)

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 SECTION C
(20 marks)
(Time suggested: 20 minutes)
Question 4

Read the text below.

Reading has many benefits. Amongst other things, it let us to self-discovery. For example,
when we read self-help books, we will be able to recognise our shortcomings and learn steps to
improve ourselves and become a better person.
Reading also increases our knowledge and exposes us to various subjects. The knowledge
we gain from reading helps us grow our view of the world. We can also participate in discussions
with our peers if we are knowledgeable.
Apart from that, reading increases our verbal intelligence. It helps us to express ourselves
clearly. We will be able to find the right words to say exactly what we mean. It is also a
confidence booster because we are less likely to give the wrong information to other people.
Finally, reading sharpens the mind. It helps strengthen our memory and improves our
ability to retain information.

Read the text carefully and answer questions (a) – (i).

(a) According to the article, what leads to self-discovery?

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(1 mark)

(b) Based on paragraph 1, how can reading help us become a better person?

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(1 mark)
(c) List two other benefits of reading books.

i. _______________________________________________________________________
(1 mark)
ii. _______________________________________________________________________
(1 mark)

(d) How does reading shape our worldview?

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(1 mark)

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(e) Fill in the table with an appropriate word or phrase from the text.

Meaning Word/Phrase

i. weaknesses
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ii. to join
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iii. become stronger
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iv. to keep
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(4 marks)

(f) How does reading increase our verbal intelligence?

i. _______________________________________________________________________
(1 mark)
ii. _______________________________________________________________________
(1 mark)
(g) How can reading be a confidence booster?

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(1 mark)
(h) Give two other benefits of reading.

i. _______________________________________________________________________
(1 mark)
ii. _______________________________________________________________________
(1 mark)

(10 marks)

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Question 5

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

News Break

Now why so loving, darling, But surely you’re some stranger,

And why the sudden kiss? No rage or hullabaloo.
You’d help me with some little jobs? Come closer, let me look, dear,
For goodness sake, what’s this? Can this be REALLY you?

Your face is clean for once, dear, Now were you struck by lightning
Your clothes without a crease. Or were you stunned at sport?
You saved your luncheon money? Ah … now I see the reason.
Will wonders never cease? You’ve brought your school report!

No dropping of your school books,

No shrieking, childish treble.
Today you are a lamb, love,
Where yesterday a rebel

– Max Fatchen

(a) In stanza 1, who is ‘darling’?

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(1 mark)

(b) In stanza 3, what usually happens to the school books?

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(1 mark)

(c) In stanza 4, why does the parent say ‘Can this be REALLY you'?

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(1 mark)

(d) In your opinion what caused the change in the child’s behaviour? Give a reason.

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(2 marks)

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 SECTION D
(40 marks)
(Time suggested: 45 minutes)
Question 6

You are advised to spend about 30 minutes on this question.

Smartphones are one of the most important and widely used gadgets in today’s society. Write about
the benefits of smartphones.

Benefits:

- today – smartphones – important – communication

- options – call, text, email
- surf internet everywhere – read online news
- online shopping – easier
- faster communication – useful – keep up with changing demands

When writing out your essay:

 you must use the notes given

 suggest one other benefit of smartphones
 add any other relevant information
 not less than 150 words

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(30 marks)
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Question 7

You should spend 15 minutes on this question

The following is the short story studied in the Literature Component in English Language

King Arthur – Retold by Janet Hardy-Gould

Based on the novel, write about the most important lesson or moral values that you have learnt.
Provide evidence from the text to support your response.

Provide evidence from the text to support your answer.

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

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(10 marks)

END OF QUESTION PAPER

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