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Bahasa Inggeris
Tingkatan 2
2018
2 jam

PEPERIKSAAN PERTENGAHAN TAHUN 2018

TINGKATAN 2
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BAHASA INGGERIS
2 JAM
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JANGAN BUKA KERTAS SOALAN INI SEHINGGA DIBERITAHU

Arahan:
1. Tulis nama dan kelas anda pada ruang
disediakan.
2. Kertas soalan ini mengandungi empat
bahagian: Bahagian A, B dan C.
3. Jawab semua bahagian dalam kertas soalan
ini.

Disediakan Oleh, Disemak Oleh,

………………………. ………………………..
( ) ( )

Instructions:
1. Write your name and class in the space
provided.
2. This question paper consists of four sections:
Section A, B, C and D. For Examiner’s Use
3. Answer all sections in this question paper. Section Total Marks
A 10
B 30
C 20
D 40
Total 100
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Section A
[ 10 marks ]
[Time suggested : 15 minutes]

Questions 1 is based on the text. The first and last lines are correct. For the remaining lines,
there is one grammatical error in each line.

The text below is about Shahrir, who becomes incapable because of an accident.

The errors have been underlined. Write the correct word in the space provided. An example
has been given. The correct word must not change the meaning of the sentence. There are no
spelling errors in this text.

Shahrir is a fourteen-year-old teenager. He used to be the school track

king. His nickname was ‘Kilat’ because he can really run like the wind. No 0 could

other athlete in the district could match her speed. He was so popular that a a) __________

group of boys will copy the way he walked or talked. Everybody knew his b) __________

superb potential in running and many of them was his fans. c) __________

All that changed, however. He is incapable of running now. Shahrir alias d) __________

‘Kilat’ sitting in a wheelchair, thanks to a drunk driver. The car knocked him e) __________

down as he was about to crossing the street after practice one afternoon. f) __________

Many student who showered him with praises now made unkind remarks g) __________

about him. Suddenly, he was impopular. Nevertheless, he put up a brave h) __________

front and ignored the impolite stares he receiving as he struggled to lead a i) __________

normal school life. Only his close friends stood by him. Truly friends in need j) __________

were friends indeed.

[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).

Birds of paradise are only found in East

Indonesia and Papua New Guinea. A totally
protected species, its commercial trade is
prohibited. Those found in possession of the birds
or parts of it could be fined or jailed. Since they
are found in small geographical region, wildlife
conservationists fear the rising demand for birds
of paradise could seriously affect its population.

There are local websites that claim they had a

supply of birds of paradise-derived products like
its oil and feathers. One site priced each bird at
RM35 000. Feathers were going for between
RM100 and RM1 000 depending on size. Displaying the feathers at home, said the site, would
protect its dwellers from harm. Sticking it up in places of business would increase sales, and
putting one in the wallet could earn respect.

Poachers slather adhesive onto trees to trap

the birds of paradise, taking advantage of the
birds' unique habit of congregating on a single
tree during mating season. The Department of
Wildlife and National Park says the syndicate
that smuggle in these birds and its associated
products appear to be getting bigger and bolder.

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Questions (a) – (j)

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

Products: Can only be found in:

(i) ________________________ (a) ________________________

(j) ________________________ (b) ________________________

BIRDS OF
PARADISE

Price: Status:

(g) ________________________ (c) ________________________

(h) ________________________

Poaching method: Unique mating habit:

(f) ________________________ (d) ________________________

Threat:

(e) ________________________

[10 marks]

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Question 3

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

POPULAR ISLANDS IN MALAYSIA

Pulau Pinang/Penang
The island of Penang is also known as Pearl of the
Orient. The inner city of Georgetown was declared
a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2008. The
island boasts historical buildings and mouth-
watering cuisine.

Pulau Langkawi
Langkawi is one of the most beautiful islands in
Malaysia. The island is easily accessible, making it an
ideal destination for locals and tourists alike.
Attractions on the island include diving, snorkelling,
island-hopping as well as duty-free shopping.

Federal Territory of Labuan

Labuan is a beautiful duty-free island in Sabah. It is located 8 km off the Borneo coast in East
Malaysia. Labuan is made up of the main Labuan Island and six smaller islands. Tourists visit the
island to dive and to fish. Labuan is also an offshore financial centre, offering financial and
business services to its clients.

Pulau Tenggol
Tenggol is a small island off the coast of Terengganu. One of the most beautiful islands off the
east coast of Peninsular Malaysia, this serene island beckons visitors with its white sandy beaches
and spectacular rocky cliffs. These cliffs make excellent dive sites. Popular ones include ‘The
Fishbowl’ and ‘The Highway’. The latter derived its name from the strong currents that are often
experienced there. Active monsoon conditions
occur between October and March, during
which the sea can be quite rough.

Pulau Ketam
Pulau Ketam is well-known for its fisheries. If you
love fresh seafood – Pulau Ketam is the place to
visit. Located off the coast of Klang, this island is
accessible by ferry from the Port Klang jetty.

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Questions (a) – (d): Based on the travel brochure, state whether the following statements are
TRUE or FALSE.

(a) The inner city of George Town was declared a

UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2008. _______________ (1 mark)

(b) One of the activities that visitors can do in Langkawi is

shopping. _______________ (1 mark)

(c) Labuan is an island off the coast of Terengganu. _______________ (1 mark)

(d) Pulau Ketam is famous for its duty-free shopping. _______________ (1 mark)

Questions (e) – (i): Read the travel brochure carefully and answer the questions below.

(e) Which island offers spectacular dive sites?

__________________________________________
(1 mark)

(f) Which island is a designated offshore financial centre?

__________________________________________
(1 mark)

(g) Fill in the table with an appropriate phrase from the brochure.

Meaning Phrase

i. tranquil isle ________________________________

(1 mark)

ii. food that looks or smells extremely good ________________________________

(1 mark)

(h) Why do you think the word ‘mouth-watering’ is used to describe the food that one can
find in Penang?

________________________________________________________________________
(1 mark)

(i) Why do you think UNESCO declared the inner city of George Town as a World Heritage
Site?

________________________________________________________________________
(1 mark)

[10 marks]
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(j) You plan to spend the school holidays with your friend. You have decided to visit an
island. In about 50 words, write an email to your friend. In your email:

• encourage him/her to join you

• give reasons to support your choice
• add other relevant information to make your writing interesting

Dear ___________________,

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From,

_________________

[10 marks]

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

Question 4
Read the article on Ahmad carefully and answer questions (a) - (i).

Ahmad has always been a very helpful boy. He enjoys providing assistance to others who are
in need. To Ahmad, helping people in need is not only very satisfying for hm, but also allows him
to meet many new people and build new friendships.

Knowing this, Ahmad regularly volunteers at an old folks home nearby his house. During the
weekends, Ahmad will dedicate an afternoon to visit the old people at the home, bring them
yummy snacks as well as play games and chit chat with the elderly people.

Many of the home’s residents look forward to seeing Ahmad every week. Many of their faces
light up whenever he arrives at their home as they know that they have someone from the outside
to talk to and share stories with.

Ernest hopes that he can continue to bring joy to the old folks and he feels happy that he is
able to help as much as he can. Seeing the smiling faces of people in their golden years is deeply
satisfying and his parents are very proud of him for being such a caring son.

(a) What is special about Ahmad?

____________________________________________________________________ (1 mark)

(b) What does Ahmad do regularly?

____________________________________________________________________ (1 mark)

(c) Give two reasons why Ahmad likes to help people.

i. __________________________________________________________________ (1 mark)

ii___________________________________________________________________ (1 mark)

(d) What does Ahmad do with the elderly people?

____________________________________________________________________ (1 mark)

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

Meaning Word/Phrase
i) giving help

ii) delicious

iii) talk

iv) carry on

(4 marks)

(f) How do the old folks react when they see Ahmad?

____________________________________________________________________ (1 mark)

(g) What does Ahmad hope to achieve by visiting the old folks’ home?

____________________________________________________________________ (1 mark)

(h) Give two reasons why you think the old folks look forward to seeing Ahmad.

i. __________________________________________________________________ (1 mark)

ii___________________________________________________________________ (1 mark)

(i) Provide two reasons why we should take care of our old folks.

i. __________________________________________________________________ (1 mark)

ii___________________________________________________________________ (1 mark)

[15 marks]

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Question 5

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

My Hero

My dad's as brave as a dad can be, He's not afraid of vampires,

I rate him Number One, Or a wolf-man come to get him,
He's not afraid of the dead of night, If Frankestein's monster knocked on our door,
Or anything under the sun. He wouldn't let that upset him.

He's not afraid of a late-night film, My dad's as brave as a dad can be,
Full of horrors on the telly, And he's always ready to prove it.
And is he afraid of skeletons? So why, when a spiders' in the bath,
Not dad, not on your Nelly! Does Mum have to come and remove it?

He's not afraid of meeting ghosts,

He'd even smile and greet 'em,
And things that scare most dads the most,
My dad could just defeat 'em.

(a) From Stanza 1, what is the phrase that is used to describe how brave the persona’s dad is?

____________________________________________________________________ (1 mark)

(b) How would the persona’s father react when he sees a ghost?

____________________________________________________________________ (1 mark)

(c) What is the thing mentioned by the persona that most people is afraid of?

____________________________________________________________________ (1 mark)

(d) What is the one thing the persona’s father is afraid of?

____________________________________________________________________ (1 mark)

(e) What does the persona feel about their father’s object of fear?

____________________________________________________________________ (1 mark)

[ 5 marks ]

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

Question 6
The picture below shows a visit to an old folks home by a group of students. Based on the
picture given, write a letter to your friend about the visit.

When writing the letter, you should:

 recount what happened. Use these points given;
i) Last Saturday – visited the old folks home – teachers and members of the Moral
Club
ii) Listened to them – stories when they were young – played games – chess and
checkers
iii) Ate lunch together – gave some souvenirs – went back in the evening
 express how you felt
i) emotions: happiness, appreciation, awe, respect
 suggest ways to show appreciation to the elderly
 write between 120 to 150 words

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[ 30 marks ]

Question 7
The following are the short stories studied in the Literature Component in the English
Language.

1. Fair’s Fair by Narinder Dhami

2. King Arthur retold by Janet Hardy-Gould

Based on one of the short stories above, write about a character you admire the most. Provide
evidence from the text to support your response.

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

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[ 10 marks ]
KERTAS SOALAN TAMAT

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