English ( 30 marks )

Question 2
Written Practice
Read the following diary entry. Then, answer questions (a) – (j).
Section A

( 10 marks )

Question 1

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.

much

give
into
carefully
my
before
could
what
kind
true

Questions (a)- (j)

Using the information from the text, complete the following graphic
Section B
organiser.
 can move as effectively and quickly as possible through
dad a liquid or gas

4. Retract = to pull something back or in

science 5. Blubber = the thick layer of fat under the skin of sea mammals,
mammals,
lesson
such as whales,
whales, that keeps them warm
6. Insulates (/ˈɪnsjuleɪt ) = protects

7. Murky = not clear

8. Suffocation (ˌsʌfəˈkeɪʃn ) = no air to breathe

sad 9. Ingesting = eating
a fall
10. Mistake ( verb ) = fail to recognise something
relieved hospitalised 11. Monogamous ( məˈnɒɡəməs ) = Having a sexual relationship

with only one partner at a particular time

12. Noted for = well-know because of a special skill or feature

13. Harmless = not harmful

one month read to her 14. Extraordinary ( ɪkˈstrɔːdnri ) = not normal
sometimes 15. Resemble ( rɪˈzembl ) = look like

just chat 16. Endangered = at risk of no longer existing

became
better
17. A lack of provision ( prəˈvɪʒn ) = not having enough of providing

something
Vocabulary ( Question 3 )
18. Herbivorous ( prəˈvɪʒn ) = animals which eat only plants
1. Carapace ( ˈkær.ə.peɪs ) = a hard shell that covers and

protects animals such as crabs and turtles

2. Shield = something uses as protection

3. Streamlined = to shape something so that it

 at risk of no longer existing
Questions (a) – (d) Based on the poster, state whether the

following statements are TRUE or FALSE.

FALSE.
Question 3 (a) Sea turtles are very old creatures. FALSE

Read the brochure below. Then, answer questions (a) – (j). (b) Some seals eat plastic bags thrown into the
TRUE
sea because they think it is jellyfish.

FALSE
(c) The hammerhead shark has a hammer on TRUE
its head.
(d) The male seahorse bears the young.

Questions € - (i) Read the poster carefully and answer the (h) Why do you think the word ‘unique’ is used to describe the head

questions below. of the hammerhead shark?

(e) State one special characteristic of the seahorse. It is special / It is one of a kind
It resembles a horse / monogamous / mate for life /
the male bears the unborn young

(i) What can we do to safeguard these endangered animals?

Educate the public / hold a campaign

(f) Which creature’s shark

Hammerhead favourite food is the stingray?

(g) Fill in the table with an appropriate word or phrase from the Writing
poster. Rewrite the following sentences with the words given in brackets.
Meaning Word/Phrase Sea Turtle
i. Really remarkable extraordinary 1. Sea turtles are the Earth’s most ancient creatures. They are

reptiles and cold-blooded.

( which )
lack of provision 提供
ii. Absence or shortage in Sea turtles which are the most ancient creatures on
( prəˈvɪʒ.ən )
providing for something Earth are the reptiles and cold-blooded.
 the cold. ( protect )

Seals have a thick layer of blubber to protect them from

2. They have a hard shell called the ‘carapace’ which protects the cold.

them like a shield.

( to ) 6. Sensitive whiskers help them to detect prey in murky waters.

They have a hard shell called the ‘carapace’ to protect ( which )

them like a shield. Their whiskers which are sensitive help them to detect

prey in murky waters.

3. Sea turtles cannot retract their legs and head into their shells.

( pull … back ) 7. Many seals die of suffocation from ingesting litter thrown into

Sea turtles cannot pull their legs and head back into the marine environment. This is because they often mistake

their shells. plastic bags for food such as jellyfish.

( irresponsible people / throw / causes /

because )

4. Their diet comprises jellyfish, seaweed, crabs, sponges and Irresponsible people throw litter into the marine

snails. environment and causes many seals die of suffocation

( consume ) from ingesting because they often mistake plastic bags

They consume jellyfish, seaweed, crabs, sponges and for food.
snails.

Seal

5. Seals have a thick layer of blubber which insulates them from

Seahorse

8. Seahorses are truly extraordinary. They are noted not only for 11. A hammerhead uses it wide head to trap its favourite meal; the

its appearance that resembles a horse but they are stingray by pinning them to the seafloor. ( pin )

monogamous and mate for life. ( famous ) A hammerhead uses it wide head to pin its favourite

( make…truly extraordinary ) meal, the stingray,to the seafloor.

Seahorses are famous not only for its appearance that

resembles a horse but they are monogamous and mate 12. Most hammerhead species are fairly small and are considered

for life. These make them truly extraordinary. harmless to humans. ( not harmless )

Most hammerhead species are fairly small and

considered not harmful to humans.

9. Even more remarkable, they are among the only animal species

on Earth in which the male bears the unborn young.

( which ) Dugong

The male seahorses bear the unborn young which are 13. Dugong found along the coasts of Malaysia are considered

the only animal species on Earth. critically endangered. These herbivorous marine mammals and

their habitat are threatened by human activities such as coastal

development, commercial fishing and a lack of provision for

Hammerhead shark habitat protection.

10. The hammerhead’s name comes from the unique shape of its ( herbivores / are found ) ( critically endangered / as )

head. Dugong are herbivores and are found along the coasts of

( unusual ) Malaysia.

The hammerhead’s unusual name comes from the unique They are critically endangered because their habitat are

shape of its head. threatened by human activities such as coastal

 development, commercial fishing and a lack of provision

for habitat protection.

(j) You would like to share with your cousin what you have learnt

about marine life. In about 50 words,

words, write a postcard telling

him/her about a sea creature that you like.

In your postcard:

 state the sea creature that you like

 give reasons to support your choice

 add other relevant information to make your writing

Mandy
interesting

DearHow are you? I, hope you are in

the pink.

Yesterday, I found some

interesting information on
To:
hammerhead sharks. It is called

hammerhead because of the unique

 shape of its head which looks like a

Best wishes, Listen and answer questions.

Janice
 The English language is one of the most popular languages to

learn because it is the most spoken language around the world.

 However, this doesn't mean it is a simple language to master.

 There are many challenges people face when learning English.

Is it challenging to learn English as your second / third

language?

 Different students can have different difficulties and problems in

learning English. They can make different mistakes in English

pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary usage.

 English grammar is complex, making it difficult to remember,

master and use logically.

 Knowing how to pronounce words in English can be very difficult

as it isn't always obvious.

 English has one of the biggest vocabularies of all languages,

and it can be very confusing for non-English speakers to master.

Ways of learning the language

 To improve vocabulary, read an English language newspaper.

Besides, you can also learn at least five new vocabulary words
Listening and Speaking every day. Reading habit will improve not only your vocabulary
Tape Script but also the sense of making sentences.
 A grammar book will be very helpful during the learning

process.

 Listening to an English channel is one of the most effective

ways to improve English, especially pronunciation skills. The Listening and Speaking

objective of listening to English is to hear as many words as Listen and answer questions.

possible in as short a period as possible. The more times you

Question 1
hear a word, the better you will be able to remember and use
Why is the English language popular to learn?
that word.
A Because it is the most spoken language around the world.
 Last but not least, read aloud allows you to practise English
B Because it is a simple language to master.
perfectly. By reading aloud, you are speaking grammatically
C Because there are many challenges people face when learning
perfect English.
it.

D Because it is complex.
Is it important for students to be fluent in English

language?
Question 2
 English is an international language, the main language of this
What difficulties do the students have in learning English?
planet.
A Speaking, grammar and listening.
 Speaking English allows you to actually broaden your world,
B Reading and listening.
from job opportunities to the ability to relate to people from
C Grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation.
every country.
D Reading, vocabulary and pronunciation.

Question 3
How do the students improve vocabulary?

A Buy a grammar book.

B Read an English language newspaper every day.

C Listen to an English channel.

D Read aloud.

Question 4

State a way to improve pronunciation skill.

A A grammar book.

B Read an English language newspaper.

C Read aloud.

D Listen to an English channel.

Question 5

These are the reasons we should learn English language, except

A It helps us to broaden our world.

B It helps us to communicate with people from every country.

C It helps us to get a good job.

D It helps us to earn a lot of money.

Speaking

Learning English can be challenging. Describe your experience in

learning the language.

Cues:

 Do you like to learn English?

 Is it challenging to learn English as your second language?

 Explain your way of learning the language.

 Is it important for students to be fluent in English language?