Name: ___________________________________ Form: ____________

UJIAN AKHIR SEMESTER AKADEMIK [2]

FORM 2
2023 /2024
12/1
BAHASA INGGERIS
PAPER 1
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1 jam Satu jam tiga puluh minit
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INSTRUCTIONS:
1. You may only open the question paper when instructed.
2. This question paper consists of FIVE parts, Part 1, Part 2, Part 3,
Part 4 and Part 5.
3. All answers should be shaded or written in the Answer Sheet, at
the back of the question paper.
4. Answer all the questions.
5. Check your answers.

For Examiner’s Use

Name of Examiner:
Parts Possible Marks Marks Obtained

1 8
2 8
3 8
4 10
5 6
Total 40
Parent’s signature:
 Part 1

Questions 1 to 8
Read the text carefully. Choose the best answer A, B or C. For each of the question,
shade A, B or C in the answer sheet.

1. The poster above mentioned that you will have good luck all day because
you found ______________.

A. a clover
B. a good luck
C. a thing to do

9 – 11 a.m. 4 – 5 p.m. 6 – 7 p.m. 8 – 9 p.m.

MONDAY Football Sailing Hockey Judo
TUESDAY Tennis Bowling Volleyball Skateboarding
WEDNESDAY Judo Volleyball Sailing Hockey
THURSDAY Hockey Tennis Football Badminton
FRIDAY Skateboarding Swimming Basketball Bowling
 Students who sign up must attend all the practices.
2. Michael can only come for practice once a week on Friday and it has to be in
the evening, which sports should he sign up for?

A. He can take part in either badminton or bowling.

B. He can take part in either swimming or basketball.
C. He can take part in either football or skateboarding.

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 HOME ABOUT VIDEOS PODCAST

Personal Experience: Exploring the City with MRT 15 November

It was my first time using the MRT in Kuala Lumpur. I was quite nervous but the
clear signage and helpful staff made it easy to navigate. I took the SBK Line
from Sungai Buloh to Pasar Seni, a popular station near the Central Market and
Chinatown. The journey was smooth and comfortable, and I was amazed by
how quickly I reached my destination.
Afan

3. What helped to ease Afan’s nervousness when taking the MRT.

A. The time taken to reach his destination.

B. The smooth and comfortable journey to Pasar Seni.
C. The easy-to-understand signs and approachable staff.

OLD MALAY SUPERSTITION THAT YOU MIGHT

HAVE HEARD

You should never cut their nails at night (or as long as it’s dark
outside) as the nail cuttings would then seep into the floor,
allowing spirits to take your place. Observe this, or your life will
be cut short.
Explanation: Cutting your nails in the dark will (almost) always
lead to accidents. No one likes a finger full of blood – even
cutting your nails too short will hurt sometimes. Though now that
most of our homes would have proper lighting even at three in
the morning.

4. Why is the superstition above is no longer followed in the present day?

A. Our nails are all gone.

B. Our homes are brightly lit.
C. Our spirits have been taken over.

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 TIPS TO KEEP YOU HEALTHY WHILE ON HOLIDAY
1.Eat healthily – This will help you to fight against any infections that may arise.
Some examples of foods that can help boost your immune system are organic
honey, garlic, ginger, and turmeric. Try to avoid food and drink that are high in
sugar and processed ingredients which can give you that momentary energy
spike but may drain and make you feel sluggish later.
2. Physical Activity – While on holiday, you are still able to exercise. Use bands,
dumbbells, or simple weight resistance exercises, i.e., push-ups, pull-ups, squats,
and lunges. Continued physical activity will keep your immune system strong.

5. While on holiday, we should eat healthily and have adequate physical activity
because it will ____________________________________.

A. give us a stress-free holiday

B. strengthen our immune system
C. make sure that we have continued physical activity

1st Street *Mary is at the Train

Station on Oak
BOOK STORE CLOTHING STORE BUS STOP Street.
Hill Avenue

RESTAURANT

*She walks past ABC

Memorial Drive
ITALIAN

MOVIE MUSEUM Bank and turns into

THEATRE Memorial Drive.

ME CAFÉ * She then walks

straight ahead and
Oak Street
make a left turn into
NEWS STAND 1st Street.
TRAIN
ABC BANK
STATION *She is meeting Linda
at the 2nd shop on 1st
Street.
6. Mary is meeting Linda at the ______________.

A. Book Store
B. News Stand
C. Clothing Store

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 Fatimah Al-Ikhsan ❎@ fatimah15 – 8 hours ago

1:10 12 Nov 23 1.6M Views

A mall is always a great place to be as it is a bustling hub of activity. It’s a place where
people shop, dine, and enjoy entertainment. I recently had the opportunity to visit a
local mall, which was an exciting experience.
Upon entering the mall, I was greeted by a variety of stores. From clothing to
electronics, there was something for everyone. I spent time exploring different shops,
admiring the array of products available.
The food court was filled with delicious aromas. I enjoyed a tasty meal there. The mall
also housed a cinema, providing a perfect end to my visit.

7. Based on the tweet above, which of the following statement is true?

A. People visit malls to eat, shop and be entertained.

B. People visit malls to visit food courts to have an exciting experience.
C. People visit malls to explore the different shops and admire the different
products available.

INFORMATION LEAFLET
One of the reasons is About 37% of young 41% of young people
that the use of cell phones people between the ages report that social anxiety is
has increased dramatically. of 12 and 17 have been a result of cyberbullying.
Teenagers are connected bullied online. 30% have
with each other had it happen more than 37% of kids associate
electronically. once depression with online
There is also the bullying.
Girls are more likely
perception that what they than boys to be both 20% of kids feel that
do online is anonymous victims and perpetrators of online bullying leads to
and cannot be traced back cyber bullying. skipping class.
to them.

8. In general, the information leaflet explains about _________________

A. capabilities of cyberbullies, views of cyberbullying, and outcomes of online

bullying.
B. causes for cyberbullying, groups affected by online bullies and effects of
online bullying.
C. consequences felt by people who are being bullied, the breakdown of
number of teenagers and an increase in the use of cell phones.

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 Part 2
Questions 9 to 16
Read the text below and correct the underlined errors. For each of the question,
write the correct word in the space provided on your answer sheet.

AUSTRALIA’S OUTBACK

The outback is a vast remote area in the center of Australia. It is dry, arid (0)
but almost entirely uninhabited. There (9) is stories of people who claimed
to (10) had survive in the outback for a long period of time. One such survivor
is Richard Lane, 25 years old. He (11) spends two-and-a-half months in the
Australian outback, after he ran out of food and water supplies. Lane (12) is
suffer from severe malnutrition and sun exposure, when he was found. He (13)
have walks for many days without water. Hence, if you intend to explore the
Australian outback, you (14) must needed to prepare yourself well. You (15)
will bring a good hat and lots of water. The weather is extremely hot and you
need to stay hydrated. In the event that you are lost, you are advised to remain
near your vehicles, and not wander off by foot. There are many deaths (16)
report in the Australian outback due to people leaving their vehicles and
dehydration.

[ 8 marks]
Example:

0. and

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 Part 3
Read the text below and answer questions 17 to 24. For each question, write your
answer in the space provided on your answer sheet.
Health is Wealth

Health is a major concern for the people in today’s world. It is everyone’s desire to
have good health and live a happy life. It is challenging to keep ourselves healthy and
fit but it is not impossible. It is not necessary that the people who do not have any
disease are healthy and fit. It is because good health means fit in all terms i.e.
mentally, physically, and socially.

Good health is most essential than having a lot of money and valuable things in life.
Everything can only be enjoyed only when we have good health. In search of earning
more money and earn promotion, people neglect their health. It is our responsibility to
take good care of our health and live a healthy life. The act of adopting a healthy
lifestyle and avoiding stress are the ways to be healthy.

The rising pollution level in the environment is a major problem for all of us. It reduces
the quality of the environment and makes it unsuitable for living. Air pollution has
been the main cause of different types of respiratory diseases in human beings. The
only way to get rid of this issue is to put an effort into reducing the pollution level as it
is a major threat to health.

People who are healthy and fit have good stamina and stronger immune system. The
stronger immunity helps to protect them from different types of diseases. It is
therefore advisable that we must always keep ourselves healthy and fit.

Questions 17 to 24
Complete the mind map.
Write no more than five words and / or a number from the text for each of the
answer. For each of the question, write your answer in the space provided on your
answer sheet. 2 things that people
disregard their health for
Major concern for
19 ______________ and people
One way to keep us 20 ______________ 17 ______________
healthy
21 ______________ Common
Health is Wealth misconception about
being healthy and fit
Reason for respiratory Attribute of healthy and fit People who are fit
disease people 18 ______________
22 ______________ 23 ______________
24 ______________

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 Part 4
Read the information below and answer questions 25 to 34.
For each question, write your answer in the space provided on your answer sheet.

A Letter from…

Dear Human Beings,

I am a mountain gorilla and I am writing to you on behalf of myself, my family and my

fellow mountain gorillas, but most importantly you.

We all know that habitats of animals everywhere in the world are being destroyed, but
the extent of the problem is unimaginable. In recent years the mountain gorilla
population has depleted down to a figure of around 880 gorillas left in this world. If
something is not done, we will not be around much longer.

We, mountain gorillas are a particularly special group of creatures and are extremely
near to becoming extinct. Researchers have said that because of being over hunted,
the extermination of habitats and pollution, the number of mountain of gorillas is
decreasing. When various creatures become extinct, it also affects the fate of other
animals, so it has a wider effect on the entire animal community and humans too.

We are highly sociable animals and live in sizeable groups. The female gorillas have a
young every three or four years. Nearly half of the offspring will not live until
adulthood. Females mature at an age of nine to twelve years. The males however do
not reach their full extent of growth until eleven or twelve years of age. An adult male
weighs around 181 kg and stands around a height of around 1.6 m. Adult females
weigh about 90 kg and are 1.5 m tall. You can find mountain gorillas in the Virunga
Volcanoes, which are situated in Zaire, Rwanda, and Uganda.

We, the mountain gorillas have an important role to play in the environment. If we do
not eat the vegetation, the natural balance in the food chain would be disrupted. This
could negatively affect other wildlife in the area, and ultimately the people who depend
on that environment for food, water and other resources.

I am appealing to you because there are many other species besides ours are facing
threats of extinction. The future of Earth’s animals is at the hands of humanity.

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Questions 25 - 32
Write no more than five words and / or a number from the text for each of the
answer. For each of the question, write your answer in the space provided on your
answer sheet.
25 The number of mountain gorillas left in the world is about _______________.
[1 mark]

26 One of the reasons for mountain gorillas are nearly extinct is due to the
eradication of their _____________________________________________.
[1mark]

27 Extinction of a certain animal species will affect not only other animals and the
animal community, but also _________________________________.
[1mark]

28 Mountain gorillas live in groups and are ___________________________.

[1mark]

29 Almost fifty percent of baby gorillas will die before they reach ____________.
[1mark]

30 An adult male gorilla is estimated to weigh ___________________________.

[1mark]

31 The natural habitat of mountain gorillas is in the _____________________.

[1mark]

32 The letter is written in the perspective of ____________________________.

[1mark]

Questions 33 and 34
Complete the table with a word from the text.
For each question, write your answer in the space provided on your answer sheet.
Meaning Word

33 unthinkable ______________________________

34 develop fully ______________________________

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 Part 5
Questions 35 to 40
You are going to read about Different Types of Shoppers
Six sentences have been removed from the text. Choose from the sentences (A -H)
to fill in each gap (35-40). There are two extra sentences which you do not need to
use. For each question, write your answer in the space provided on your answer
sheet.

Different Types of Shoppers

People of all ages are engaged in some form of shopping. Some people shop
out of necessity, while others do it for leisure. Regardless of the reason, our own
unique shopping habits are closely linked to our personality and spending power.

We have the impulse shoppers who buy things mostly based on their whims and
fancies. 35
35 Their spending habits depend greatly on their emotional state. 36

Then, there are the bargain shoppers. 37 These shoppers love looking out
for all sorts of available discounts at the shopping mall, be it a store-wide discount, a
member’s discount or even a credit card discount. 38 They also pride themselves
for getting a really good deal from the sale at the store.

39 They will often terrorize the sales assistants at the store with a myriad of
unreasonable requests. These hard-to-please shoppers will often linger in the store for a
very long time. 40

These are the three main groups of shoppers that can be found at any shopping
outlet and most of us will probably be able to relate to one of these types of shoppers.

A Lastly, we have the fussy shoppers who are nightmares for many sales
assistants.
B They are constantly hunting for discounts at the stores.
C Thirdly, we have the target shoppers who do not like to spend long hours in
the shopping mall.
D These are the people who are most likely to end up overspending.
E You will find these shoppers walking aimlessly in the shopping malls.
F They enjoy the thrill of being able to acquire items at a lower retail price.
G This group of people may not have anything in particular to buy, but will still go
shopping spree or engage in ‘retail therapy’ when they are feeling down or upset.
H These shoppers will browse through every item before picking out a few that they
fancy.

END OF PAPER

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Name: ___________________________________ Form: ____________

UJIAN AKHIR SEMESTER AKADEMIK [2]

FORM 2
2023 /2024
12/2
BAHASA INGGERIS
PAPER 2
1 jam Satu jam

INSTRUCTIONS:
1. You may only open the question paper when instructed.
2. This question paper consists of TWO parts, Part 1 and Part 2.
3. You need to answer both the questions.
4. All answers should be written in the space provided in the question
paper.
5. Check your answers.

For Examiner’s Use

Name of Examiner:
Parts Possible Marks Marks Obtained

1 20
2 20
Total 40
Parent’s signature:

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 Part 1
[20 marks]
Read a message from your classmate, Khair

Hi!
Yesterday, I went window shopping. I saw a pair of shoes that I like,
on sale. It costs RM 200. I have savings of RM 100. It is not enough. I really
like the shoes. I do not know if I should ask my parents for money or save
enough money to buy the shoes. Do you think I should work part time to
save money to buy the shoes? I really do not know what to do. Do you have
any other advice?
Khair
Khair
In about 80 words, write a message Khair to give your advice.

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 Part 2
[20 marks]
You just read an article in the newspaper about someone who won a lottery.
In about 80 – 100 words, write an essay on an incident about being lucky.
You may use the notes below to help you.

Who did it
Why is he / happen to?
she lucky?

Being Lucky

When did it
How did it
happen?
happen?

Write your essay here.

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END OF PAPER

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UJIAN AKHIR SESI AKADEMIK [2]

FORM 2
ENGLISH
2023 / 2024
ANSWER KEY PAPER 1

Part 1 (8 marks)

1. A 2. B
Clue: You have just found a lucky four- Clue: Swimming or Basketball
leaf clover! You will have good luck all -Practice is once a week and every
day! Friday in the evening.
3. C 4. B
Clue: I was quite nervous but the clear Clue: Though now …proper lighting
signage and helpful staff …to navigate. even at three in the morning.
5. B 6. A
Clue Some … help boost your immune Clue: The Book Store is the 2nd shop on
system … turmeric. 1st Avenue.
Continued … your immune system
strong.
7. A 8. B
Clue: It’s a place where people shop, Clue: One of the reasons is that the
dine, and enjoy entertainment. use of cell phones has increased
dramatically.
⏱- About 37% of young people between
the ages of 12 and 17 have been bullied
online.
- 41% of young people report that
social anxiety is a result of
cyberbullying.

Part 2 (8 marks)

9. are (present tense) 10. have survived (present perfect

Clue: There … stories of people … for a tense)
long period of time. Clue: There … for a long period of
time.

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 11. spent (irregular past tense) 12. was suffering (past continuous
Clue: He … two-and-a-half months tense)
…water supplies. Clue: Lane …when he was found.
13. had walked (past perfect tense) 14. will need (future tense)
Clue: He …for many days without Clue: Hence, if you intend … prepare
water. yourself well.
15. should (modals- giving suggestion) 16. reported (past tense)
Clue: You … a good hat and lots of Clue: Informing readers about deaths
water. in the past in the outback.

Part 3 (8 marks)

17. health / Health 18. do not have any disease

Clue: Health is a major concern for the Clue: It is … have any disease are
people in today’s world. healthy and fit .
19. earning more money (promotion) 20. promotion (earning more money)
Clue: In search … people neglect their Clue: In search … people neglect their
health. health.
21. adopting a healthy lifestyle or 22. Air pollution / air pollution
avoiding stress Clue: Air pollution … the main cause …
Clue: The act …the ways to be healthy. respiratory diseases … beings.
23. good stamina (strong immune 24. strong immune system (good
system) stamina)
Clue: People who are healthy and fit Clue: People who are healthy and fit
have … system. have … system

Part 4 (10 marks)

25. 880 or eight hundred and eighty 26. habitat

Clue: In recent … figure around 880 Clue: Researchers … the extermination
gorillas left in this world. of.. the number of mountain of
gorillas is decreasing.
27. humans 28. highly sociable
Clue: When … extinct, it also affects Clue: We are highly sociable animals
the …on the entire animal community and live in sizeable groups.
and humans too.

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 29. adulthood 30. (around) 181 kg
Clue: Nearly half of the offspring will Clue: An adult male weighs around 181
not live until adulthood. kg … of around 1.6 m.
31. Virunga Volcanoes 32. a mountain gorilla
Clue: You can find mountain gorillas in Clue: I am a mountain gorilla and I am
the Virunga Volcanoes, …Uganda. writing … my family and my fellow
mountain gorillas, … you.
33. unimaginable 34. mature

Part 5 (6 marks)

35. D 36. G
Clue: We have the impulse shoppers Clue: Their spending habits depend
who buy things mostly based on their greatly on their emotional state.
whims and fancies.
37. B 38. F
Clue: Then, there are the bargain Clue: These shoppers love …discounts
shoppers. at … store-wide discount, a member’s
discount or even a credit card
discount.
39. A 40. H
Clue: They will often terrorize the Clue: These hard-to-please shoppers
sales assistants at the … requests. will often linger in the store for a
very long time.

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UJIAN AKHIR SEMESTER AKADEMIK [2]
FORM 2
ENGLISH
2023 / 2024 PAPER 2
ANSWER KEY

Part 1 (20 marks) Suggested Answer

 Accept any relevant / acceptable answers.
Suggested Answer 1

Khair,
I saw your note sharing about the shoes that you liked and seeking my advice on
what you should do next. My advice is for you to ask your parents for the other RM 100 to
cover the shortfall. The reason being, the sale may not last long. It is not advisable that
you work part time, when it is so close to the end-of-year exams.

That’s what I would do if I were you.

(Your name)

75 words

Content – Good points mentioned with the correct format for a note / message
Communicative Achievement – Gave good advice and reasons for it. The student is able
to write it in the appropriate tone for a message.
Organisation – Ideas are well organized and simple to follow.
Language – Proper use of good vocabulary and grammar with no errors in punctuation
or spelling.

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Suggested Answer 2

Khair,
Happy to know that the shoes that you like is on sale. If I were in your shoes, I
would save money to buy the shoes. I think working part-time is a good way to earn
money to buy the shoes that you like. You can do work around the house like cleaning the
windows and getting paid for doing it. I am sure your parents are agreeable.

I would love to see you in your new pair of shoes.

(Your name)

80 words

Content: Student is able to write according to the format required and provided valid
and good advice.
Communicative Achievement: Student managed to explain the ideas well and has
developed a personal way of writing.
Organisation: Student is able to organize the ideas well, in response to the questions
raised.
Language: Student clearly has a good grasp of the English Language, with appropriate
use of words based on the situation.

Part 2 (20 marks) Suggested Answer

 Accept any relevant / acceptable answers.
Suggested Answer 1

I usually take the same route to school every day. I would have to walk pass a block
of flats in order to get to school. However, on that fateful day, I woke up late and my
mother had to send me to school. I was scolded by my teacher.
A few days later, I learnt from my friends that someone living at the block of flats
had thrown down a metal chair from the thirteenth floor and it hit a passerby. The
passerby was badly injured. It could have been me. How lucky I was!

96 words

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 Content – An interesting story written. It is written in a first person perspective.
Communicative Achievement – The words and phrases used are simple to understand.
Organisation – The story is organized into an introduction, body and conclusion,
Language – Proper use of good vocabulary and grammar with no errors in punctuation
or spelling.

Suggested Answer 2
I recalled an incident about someone being lucky. It is my sister. My sister
celebrated her eighteenth birthday last year. My parents gave her an interesting gift.
My sister did not think much of the present. One auspicious morning, my father
happened to read the papers and saw the results of the lucky draw. He called out to my
sister to ask for the lucky draw tickets. My sister won the first prize. My sister decided
bring everyone for a holiday and save the rest of the winnings. Who would have thought?

92 words

Content: Student conjure a story based on his / her personal experience.

Communicative Achievement: Student managed to explain the ideas well. I especially
like the the use of a question at the end of the story. It is a unique way to conclude a
narrative.
Organisation: Student is able to organize the ideas well, in response to the questions
provided.
Language: Student has used the correct tense in writing the story, with appropriate
use of words, such as ‘auspicious’, to create suspense and entice the reader to read on.

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