PART 1 – ERROR CORRECTION
Questions 1 – 8
Read the text below and correct the underlined errors.
For each question, write the correct word in the space provided on your answer sheet.
I study many (0) subject in school but my favourite subject is English. It is one of
the main languages in the world. Although English (1) was only taught as a second
language in school, it (2) help me to better understand other subjects in my curriculum
and develop better communication skills for my everyday interaction.
Speaking and writing in English (3) are very important. I (4) loved learning new
words and using them especially when writing an essay or for a presentation. Learning
new words along with the meanings enables me to feel more confident when (5) speak
and writing in English.
I find that English is not a difficult subject. It is used in every aspect of life. When I
(6) uses the internet, I need English as most of the web sites are in English. I also use
English to communicate (7) from people on Skype.
When you travel to other countries, communication is not (8) any problem if you
know English. As reading is my (9) hobbies, I am able to broaden (10) mine vocabulary
by reading English storybooks.
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PART 2 – INFORMATION TRANSFER
Question 9 -16
Read the text below and answer questions 9 – 16.
There are many reasons why we should read every day.
Reading regularly strengthens the brain. It brings the existing neural
pathways in the brain to life. This is important as it ensures our
brains remain elastic and active. On top of that, when we read a
story book, we have to remember a lot of things such as the
characters, settings, plot and so on. As we remember the details,
new synapses are created and existing ones are strengthened. In
other words, we are improving our memory as we read.
According to various studies, reading can help to improve our
health. Besides lowering the risk of Alzheimer’s, studies have also
shown that reading reduces stress, boosts happiness and overall life
expectancy. In fact, it alleviates anxiety and depression. All these
are possible because reading an engaging book will distract us and
keep us in the present moment, letting tensions drain away and
allowing us to relax.
In addition, reading helps a lot in our day-to-day life. It gives
us new knowledge that may come in handy. Our vocabulary will
widen as well. Vocabulary is really important as it helps us express
our thoughts and opinions. Lastly, our social skills will improve as
well because reading enhances our problem-solving skills and
provides topics for discussion and learning.
Questions 9 – 16
Using the information from the text, complete the following graphic organizer.
BENEFITS
OF READING
11. _____________________________________
Strengthens The Brain
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12. _____________________________________
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the risk of Alzheimer’s.
● Lower
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Improves Health
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15. _____________________________________
16. _____________________________________
17. _____________________________________
18. _____________________________________
Helps In Day-To-Day Life
19. _____________________________________
20. _____________________________________
( 10 marks )
PART 3 – READING COMPREHENSION (SHORT ANSWERS)
Read the article and answer Questions 17 – 24.
Reading has many benefits. Amongst other things, it leads to selfdiscovery. For example, when you read self-help books, we will be able to
recognize 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 shape our
worldview. 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.
Question 21 – 30
Answer the questions below.
Choose no more than five words and /or a number from the article for each answer.
For each question, write your answer in the space provided on your answer sheet.
21. According to the article, what leads to self-discovery?
_______________________________________________________________________
( 1 mark )
22. Reading helps us become a better person by enabling us to _______________________
and learn ways to improve ourselves.
( 1 mark )
23. Reading also shapes our worldview by ________________________________________
( 1 mark )
24. Reading increases our verbal intelligence by enabling us _________________________
to say what we mean.
( 1 mark )
25. In addition to that, reading is also _________________________ because we then have
the knowledge to avoid giving people the wrong information.
( 1 mark )
26. Reading helps to strengthen our memory and enhances our ability to store information. In
other words, reading _________________________.
( 1 mark )
Questions 27 and 30.
Complete the table below with a word or phrase from the article.
For each question, write your answer in the space provided on your answer sheet.
Meaning
Word / Phrase
27. weaknesses
28. well-informed
29. spoken, not written
30. to store
( 4 marks )
PART 4 – READING COMPREHENSION (MATCHING – GAPPED TEXT)
Questions 31 – 40
Six sentences have been removed from the article. Choose from the sentences (A – L) to fit each gap
(31-40). There are two extra sentences which you do not need to use. For each question, mark the
correct answer (A – L) on your answer sheet.
THE PEOPLE OF MALAYSIA
The Malays are the largest ethnic group in Malaysia.
. With the
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indigenous, or Orang Asli people, they form a group called Bumiputera, which translates as
‘sons’ or ‘princes of the soil’. The Malays loved the earth, and were mostly farmers.
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The Chinese were traders in Malaya for centuries and then settled in large numbers
during the nineteenth century here.
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. When they first arrived however, the
Chinese were involved in the most grueling jobs like tin mining.
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. Most came from South India, fleeing a poor economy. On arriving in
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Malaya, many worked as labourers, or rubber tapper in rubber estates. Today, ten percent of
Malaysians are Indians.
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The oldest inhabitants of Malaysia are its tribal people.
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. In Peninsular
Malaysia, these people are known generally as the Orang Asli, or ‘Original People’. They are
given special status and there is an organization that monitors and cares for their
development.
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Another group of tribal people who account for four percent of the population comes
from East Malaysia.
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, who were once warriors living in longhouses. In Sabah,
Although they are now involved in different types of work, in the past, most of
them were farmers and fishermen.
( 10 marks )
A. Today they form about thirty percent of the population.
B. But today, you will find many Malays in the cities.
C. They account for two percent of the total population.
D. Their cuisine and colourful garments are visible throughout the land.
E. They make up over half of the country’s population.
F. Some of the Malaysian population are from Brunei and Singapore.
G. The Indians had been visiting Malaya for over 200 years but did not settle down here until
the nineteenth century.
H. most of the tribal people are Kadazans.
I. In Sarawak, the dominant tribal group is the Dayaks,
J. The Bajau and the Bugis are also considered tribal people of Malaysia.
K. Today, the Chinese are regarded as Malaysia’s businessmen, having succeeded in many
different industries.
L. Most of them are farmers and hunters and they often move from place to place.
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