Section A

Questions 1-8
For each question in this section, read the question and study the information given to
find the answer. Then, circle and darken the answer A, B, C and D on the answer sheet.
Question 1
Study the advertisement below and answer the question that follows.

1. What is the most important feature of this product?

A.
its shape
B.
its colors
C.
its efficiency
D.
its energy saving aspect
Question 2
Study the sign below and answer the question below

2. Which the following statement best explains the sign above?

A.
use only wheelchairs here
B.
wheelchairs can be used here
C.
wheelchairs can be repaired here
D.
wheelchairs are available upon request

Question 3
Read the advertisement below and answer the following question
VACANCIES FOR PILOTS
REQUIREMENTS:
- be at least a permanent resident of Malaysia
- 5 SPM credits including English and mathematics
- Not more than 23 years of age
- A high standard of medical fitness and good
- Eyesight ( a minimum requirement 6/24 without optical aids,
but correctable to 6/6

3. In the advertisement above, what is required to be a pilot?

A.
23 years and below
B.
a Malaysian citizenship
C.
some degree of medical fitness
D.
must have at least a 6/6 eyesight
Question 4
Read the text below and answer the following question

4. The word infinite can best be replaced with

A. eternal
B. endless
C. unlimited
D. immeasurable
Question 5
Read the following notice and answer the following question

5. According to the notice, people are encouraged to

A. walk
B. cycle
C. drive
D. skate

Questions 6 and 7
Read the advertisement below and answer the following questions

6. Which of the following statements is true for the advertisement above?

A. The office is open even on Sunday
B. Students must register before 4.30 pm
C. Part-time and full-time students have to pay the same fee
D. Those who work are not qualified to enroll for the programme
7. According to the advertisement, what do you need to do for the course?
A. Be a student
B. Pay the fee today
C. Call the institute today
D. Go to the institute at 10.00pm
Question 8
Study the following graph and answer the question
8. According to the table above

A. The sale of apartments and condominiums is the highest in 1992

B. The sale of apartments and condominiums dropped drastically from 1992 to 1993
C. More people were interested in purchasing apartments than medium-cost houses
D. There was a fluctuation in the sale of low cost and medium-cost houses from
1990 to 1994

Questions 9-15
Read the following passage and then fill in the numbered blanks with the best answer
Forgetfulness is one of the characteristics of geniuses. It is said that Newton once
Absentmindedly placed his pipe so near his niece that it burnt her finger, and when he left his
room to seek for something he usually returned without bringing it. One day, Buffon lost in
thought, ___(9)___ a tower and slid down by the ropes unconscious of what he ___(10)___
doing. Mozart, accustomed only to the piano, so often cut his fingers ___(11)___ carving
meat that he had to give up his duty to others. Of Bishop Munster, it is said that when he saw
this sign at the door of his own antechamber: The master of the house is out, he remained
there ___(12)___ for his own return. Beethoven, on returning from excursions in the forest,
___(13)___ left his coat on the grass, and often went out hatless. Hagen notes that originality
___(14)___ the quality that differentiates the genius from the talented. Talented people aim at
a point which appears difficult to ___(15)___ whereas geniuses aim at a point which no one
perceives.

9.

A. ascend
B. descend
C. ascended
D. descended

10.

A. is
B. are
C. was
D. were

11.

A. after
B. while
C. before
D. meanwhile

12.

A. waits
B. waiting
C. awaited
D. awaiting

13.

A. never

B. seldom
C. regularly
D. occasionally

14.

A. is
B. are
C. was
D. were

15.

A. reach
B. reaches
C. reached
D. reaching

Section B
[10 marks]
Questions 16-25
Read the information given below and then answer the questions that follow.

STARSCOPE MONDAY, 1 APRIL 2005

Taurus (April 21-May 21)
You are very careful with your spending today. However, your friends will make a
great effort to impress you. Today, will also be a good day to complete all your
unfinished work.
Lucky color: green
Lucky number: 4
Gemini (May 22-June 21)
Today, sees you being very restless. Nothing goes as planned. Someone will really
irritate you. Financially, you are very lucky and will see all your hard work pay off.
Lucky color: purple
Lucky number: 2
Cancer (June 22-July 23)
A terribly busy day for you. You need to spend time to relax and unwind. It is a good
day to be with friends and family. Spend time to do your favorite activities such as
shopping and dining.
Lucky color: red
Lucky number: 6
Leo (July 24-Aug 23)
A fantastic day where everything goes your way. Enjoy your moment while it lasts.
You will hear news from an old friend and you will be financially rewarded.
Lucky color: brown
Lucky number: 9
Virgo (Aug 24 Sept.23)
You will feel confused and stressed. There is one big decision that you have to make
soon. Things are not as aspect them to be. Nevertheless friends will be very supportive
and understanding. You need time to think.
Lucky color: pink
Lucky number: 7

Questions 16-20
For each of zodiac sign below, provide suitable lucky colors and numbers.
N

Zodiac sign

Date

Lucky color

Lucky number

o
16

Taurus

______________

Green

[1 mark]

17
18
19
20

Gemini
Leo
Virgo
Cancer

_
May 22-June 21
July 24-Aug 23
Aug 24-Sept 23
June 22-July 23

____________
Brown
Pink
____________

2
_____________
_____________
6

[1 mark]
[1 mark]
[1 mark]
[1 mark]

Questions 21-25
Based on the information given, give short answer to the following questions
21. According to the starscope, Taurians _______________________________________
_______________________________________________________________ [1 mark]
22. Those who are born under the zodiac sign Gemini will feel restless because
_______________________________________________________________ [1 mark]
23. What are the activities suggested fie Cancerians?
_______________________________________________________________ [1 mark]
24. Leos will have excellent day. It is also predicted that __________________________
_______________________________________________________________ [1 mark]
25. Why would Virgoans feel confused and stressed?
_______________________________________________________________ [1 mark]

Section c
[25 marks]
Questions 26-30
Read the passage below and answer the questions below
With more than 30 different ethnic groups co-existing harmoniously in Sarawak, it
is quite a challenge to tell them apart. These groups include up to 21 native ethnic tribes, as
well as Malay and Chinese settlers. Bewildering as this cultural diversity may be, however,
it is possible to identify the various groups as they have carefully preserved their individual
cultural identity, observing traditional customs and rituals on a day-to-day basis.
One factor unites them all, and is in fact characteristic of all the groups, no matter
where you go in Sarawak- their friendliness, warmth and hospitality. From the Ibans (Sea
Dayaks), Bidayuhs, and costal Melanaus to the community-centric. Orang Ulu comprising
the Kayan, Kenyah, Kelabit, Berawan, Lun Bawang and nomadic Penan tribal group, you
will quickly discover that the people are wonderfully open and over-obliging. English is
widely spoken and understood here, so finding your way around is easy enough and making
new friends is inevitable.
A trip to Sarawak would be incomplete without a long house visit, and Kuching
provide an excellent base for these tours, raging from half-day to week-long expeditions.
The further upriver the longhouse, the more traditional the experience. This is one of the
most memorable experiences Sarawak has to offer, and you will get the firsthand glimpse of
the people unique way of life as they welcome you into their hearts and home. Essentially,
there are four main riverine areas for visiting Ibans longhouse-the Skarang, Lemanak,
Batang Ai and the middle Rejang rivers. Alternatively, you can also opt to trek through the
Bario highlands and stay overnight in more remote Kelabit longhouses. If you are on short
visit, day trips can also be arranged to Bidayuh longhouses around Kuching, but overnight
stays are highly recommendedto get the most put of the experience. Living closely with the
people, you not only get to see the native culture up close, but also experience visiting the
rice fields and pepper gardens, and learn how the Iban regard the reinforest as the source for
all their everyday needs.
A popular Iban longhoses is in the Serubah longhose, located on the Lemanak River.
To access the longhouse, you will need to motorized longboat upriver against the many
rapids along the way. The journey itself is an interesting and enjoyable experience,
interspersed with paddling and poling in the clear water of the Lemanak. Upon arrival, you
will be given a warm welcome by the longhouse dweller a the ruai, or the long, covered
gallery that runs the length of the house. Most of the Ibans are hardworking farmers, under
the charge of the headman or tuai rumah. They are very sociable people and can speak
English, so you can look forward to having a fascinating chat with them as they show you
around the longhouse.
Take your time to the tour the place and watch the native craftsman at work weaving
mats, baskets making handicraft an mending fish nets. Or simply joint them as they go about
their daily chores such as feeding livestock, washing clothes, swimming or just relaxing by
the riverbank. You will also be treated to dancing, drums and cultural performances, where
the obliging residence proudly don their resplendent their costumes to entertain guests. The
mairing ceremony involve guest being invited to sample a glass of tuak, a potent local rice
wine. As a sign of respect, you should never refuse their offer of food or drink outright.
Simply touch the glass of dishes with the fingers if you are not keen to try it. Do not be
surprised also if your hosts pull you up to joint in their ngajat, dance performance! Just go
with the flow of the moment, as your actual ability is quite irrelevant in the fun of it all.
It is important to not that while visits are very welcome at the long house. It is good
manners to notify your hosts before hand. As such, it is best to go with an organized tour
group, so you
will have a more interesting and enjoyable trip. Some tour operators will even
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26. From paragraph 1,

(a)

How many native ethnic tribes can we find in Sarawak?

____________________________________________________ [1 mark]

(b)

What other settlers are there besides the ethnic tribes?

____________________________________________________ [1 mark]

27. What is the one factor which unites all these native ethnic tribes?
________________________________________________________________[1 mark]
28. Where can you go to visit the longhouses of the Iban, Kelabit and Bidayuh ethnic tribes?
(a)________________________________________________________ [1 mark]
(b)________________________________________________________ [1 mark]
(c)________________________________________________________ [1 mark]
29. In Paragraph 4, the word
(a) dweller can be replaced with ________________________________[ 1 mark]
(b) sociable can be replaced with _______________________________[ 1 mark]
30. Why are you advised not to refuse offers of food or drinks by the Ibans? What should you
do instead?
___________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________[ 1 mark]
Question 31
The article describes the attraction of Sarawak with its various native ethnic groups.
Write the summary about the
Native ethnic groups of Sarawak
Activities you can do when visiting Sarawak
Your summary must
Be in continuous writing (not in note form)
Not be longer than 130 words, including the 10 words given below
use material from lines 1-39
Credit will be given for use of own words but care must be taken not to change the original
meaning.
Begin your summary as follows:
Sarawak is most definitely a wonderful and exciting holiday destination.