challenging competition. On the second day, the choral speaking competition was held.

This competition not only helped to improve students ability to speak fluently but also developed their confidence, creativity and team cooperation. This competition began at 8.00 a.m. in the Bestari Hall. This competition was opened to all lower-form students with the theme The Benefits of English. There was lots of excitement in the hall. Everyone oohed and aahed as each group performed enthusiastically on the stage. Next, the impromptu speech competition was held. Sixteen students from various forms took part in this thought-provoking competition with the aim to improve their self-confidence and speaking abilities. day as the treasure hunt activity was conducted. The event, which lasted the whole day, was carried out around the school compound. The activity was participated by ten energetic teams. This activity not only gave each team a rush of adrenaline but also built self-esteem, fostered teamwork and provided the opportunity to think out of a box the box using their grey matter. Besides, treasure hunt activity helped to nurture positive attitudes toward the given tasks among team members. Meanwhile, the poem recitation activity was also held at the Bestari Hall to enable pupils to appreciate literature. Each participant was allowed to recite the poem of their choice in 5 minutes. Ten students took part in this competition. The last day of English Week was more relaxing as students were given a chance to watch the latest movie Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Tickets were sold at RM1.00 per student. The money raised will go to the English Language Society fund and will be used for other beneficial programmes in the future. After the morning break, all students and teachers adjourned to the Bestari Hall to witness the closing ceremony of English Week. The audience was entertained by a drama performance which was brilliantly executed by the fifth formers. The day ended with a prize-giving ceremony. The principal, Mr. Ariffin bin Sabtu, handed out story books and hampers as gifts to the winners. SMK Alam Shah was immersed in an atmosphere of gaiety during English Week. The English Language Society would like to congratulate the teachers and the committees in charged for putting a lot of time and effort to make this event a truly momentous and successful one. We would also like to express our gratitude to those who have put their heart out into participating in various activities throughout the week. It is hoped that this programme would encourage students to love learning English and ultimately build up their confidence level and communication skills in English. By: Ahmad Nabil bin Ahmad

Vocabulary: 1. a hard nut to crack - difficult 2. a rush of adrenaline - excitement 3. adjourned to (the Bestari Hall) went to the Bestari Hall (after finish doing something) 4. atmosphere of gaiety happy environment 5. brilliantly executed carried out successfully 6. eloquent fluent and persuasive 7. exhilarating - exciting 8. grey matter - brains 9. immersed in to become completely involved 10. kicked off - started
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11. mind-boggling - challenging 12. officiated - launched 13. performed enthusiastically carried out excitedly 14. put their heart out very excited and energetic in doing something 15. sang their heart out do something with full of energy 16. signature event the most expected event (acara yang ditunggu) 17. spectacular - fantastic 18. spellbound captivated (terpegun) 19. thought-provoking - challenging 20. tried their luck to try to do something and hope to become success

Sample Answer 2 (Difficulty Medium) Report On The English Week Programme In SMK Alam Shah In SMK Alam Shah, the English Week was carried out from 18 April until 22 April 2011. The programme was organized by the English Language Society. The slogan was I Love English. All pupils were encouraged to use English Language with their friends and teachers. There were lots of activities arranged during the week. The activities were carried out during school hours On Monday, the event kicked off with the assembly in the Bestari Hall. The principal, Mr. Ariffin bin Sabtu, was invited to give a speech. Then, he launched the opening ceremony. The assembly ended at 8.30 a.m. Next, the singing competition was held in the Bestari Hall. Six groups of students joined the competition. They had to sing an English song. Their performance was fun. At 11.00 a.m., the spelling bee competition was carried out in the library. Spelling bees can improve students' spelling and vocabulary. Twenty participants from Form 4 and 5 tried their luck in this competition. On the second day, the choral speaking competition was held. This competition helped students to speak good English. It also built team cooperation. This competition began at 8.00 a.m. in the Bestari Hall. This competition was opened to all Form 1, 2 and 3 students. The theme was The Benefits of English. Each group performed excitedly on the stage. Everybody was as happy as king. Next, the impromptu speech competition was held. Sixteen students from various forms took part in this difficult competition. On day three, the debate competition was held. The Form 4 and 5 students took part in this event. Everyone was amazed at the language of the debaters. After recess, the Form 1 and 2 students participated in the crossword puzzle competition. Some Form 3 students were involved in the tongue twister competition. The Form 4 and 5 students were involved in the essay competition. The treasure hunt activity was conducted on the fourth day. The activity was participated by ten teams. This activity built confidence and positive attitudes. This activity was healthy for the body too. Meanwhile, the poem recitation activity was also held at the Bestari Hall. This activity enables students to love literature. Ten students took part in this competition.
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The last day of English Week was more relaxing. Students were given a chance to watch a movie. The title of the movie was Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Tickets were sold at RM1.00 per student. The English Language Society can use the money for future activities. After recess, the closing ceremony was held in the Bestari Hall. The Form 5 students performed a good drama. After that, the principal, Mr. Ariffin bin Sabtu, gave story presents to the winners. The English Language Society would like to thank everybody who had made this event a successful one. Hopefully, this event makes students love to learn English. By: Ahmad Nabil bin Ahmad