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She admits that she is the one who leaves the gate of the farm open
She does that in order to save her friend, Mohd Asraf from being fired
She is loyal to Mohd Asraf because of their friendship
This shows that she risks herself to make a false confession to save her friend
This side of her shows that she is a courageous person who is willing to take risks for the
sake of friendship
She is confident that she can beat half of those boys even though she has no training in any
martial arts
This is another part of Azreens tomboyish character that gives her courage to take up any
challenges in her life
The Old Lady has a bad reputation because the villagers accuse her of many things. But
Azreen is brave enough to befriend her
It all begins with a dare from her friends and she takes up the challenge
Everyone thinks that Old Lady is an evil witch and has a negative perception of her
But Azrin does not feel scared, in fact, she thinks it is just a silly old-folks tale
She proves that she is a person who will not judge a character without getting to know the
person first
CONCLUSION :
In conclusion, based on the evidence above, it is proven that Azreen is a courageous person. I do not know if I
can be as courageous as Azreen if I am in her shoes.
(dzikri.arif.ezza.intan.agu.)
QUESTION 2: Choose ONE theme that you think is important in the novel you have studied. Support
your answer with evidence from the text.
INTRODUCTION
Based on the novel that I have studied, The Curse by Lee Su Ann, there are many themes one can find in the
text but I think the most important theme is the theme of forgiveness.
EVIDENCE
1. The Old Lady forgives the villagers who treat her like an outcast after her husbands death
Azreen has been disappointed with Mohd Asraf for accusing the Old Lady to have poisoned his
grandmother and has accidentally sparked the fire to the Old Ladys house.
When Azreen hears that the Old Lady is in danger from Mohd Asraf and the villagers, she rushes to
the Old Ladys house.
She tries to stop Mohd Asraf from storming into the Old Ladys house.
In the ensuing struggle, the Old Ladys house catches fire.
Azreen dashes into the burning house to save the Old Lady but she is unsuccessful.
She is devastated by the death of the Old Lady and blames Mohd Asraf for it.
It is very difficult for her to forgive because the Old Lady means a lot to her but she remembers the
Old Ladys advice about forgiveness and she finally finds it in her heart to forgive and forget.
3. Azreen forgives Salleh after figuring out that Salleh is the one who murders Madhuri
Azreen knows that Madhuris death is not an accident but she is murdered for being in a relationship
with Mohd Asraf.
Salleh tries to cover up Madhuris death.
Although there are rumours spread about the mysterious manner in which Madhuri dies, Salleh does
not put an end to the rumours.
He does not reveal his action of killing Madhuri.
He does not surrender himself although it is he who has killed her with his parang.
However, in the end, Azreen finds out the truth that her father is the one who murders Madhuri when
she sees the latex on the parang hold by her father.
Despite all these, Azreen has forgiven all those who hurt her, especially her father. In fact, Azreen
forgives everyone. That is why she finds peace in London and she feels very much at home there.
CONCLUSION:
In conclusion, these characters in this novel display that in order to head a happy life, we must learn to forgive
others. After all we are not perfect ourselves.
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CONCLUSION:
Based on the evidence above, the theme of friendship is portrayed through Azreen and Mohd. Asraf, Azreen
and the Old Lady also Azreen and Julian Ng.
CONCLUSION
In my opinion, end the story in this way as the writer has left too many question arise in the readers mind.
The changes we have suggested are more interesting and will complete the story instead of having some
incomplete or hanging parts.
(Abd Zahir Bin Abd Razak , Nur Nabilah Binti Mohamad , Siti Maisarah binti Jasman , Hairil Azly Bin Hairi)
QUESTION 5: Love enriches our life. How is this shown in the novel you have studied? Support
your answer with close reference to the text.
INTRODUCTION
Based on the novel The Curse, written by Lee Su Ann, there are many instances that show love enriches our
life. This is supported by numerous of evidences.
EVIDENCE
1) Love between Azreen and her foster parents
Datuk Zulkifli and Datin Sharifah treat Azreen like their own daughter and care for her
financially
Her foster parents also fetch her at the airport and bring her back to her village
Datin Sharifah is outspoken about Madhuri s death to Azreen. She does so because she cares for
Azreen
INTRODUCTION
Based on the novel The Curse by Lee Su Ann, there are many important events in the story. One of the
memorable events is when the Old Ladys house catches fire. I find this event memorable because it is very
tragic.
EVIDENCE
1) It is memorable because we must think before we act
Ashraf should not have been rational instead of emotional- he is angry at Neks death and in his
anger, accidentally puts the Old Ladys house on fire during the mob
the Old Lady shows kindness when she prepares a remedy for Nek when Nek falls sick
unfortunately Ashraf is not grateful for all she has done
in my opinion, we should think before jump to conclusions and think rationally before acting
it is bad to act when one is angry
no one will be the victim of a persons irrational thinking if one is patient enough
2) We must accept our fate
Asraf cannot accept the fact that nek has died
he loves nek very much as she is the only family he has
in my view, he should accept the fate and not blame others as death is a part and parcel of life
Asraf should also have a stronger faith and persevere with what God has fated in life
3) We have to be grateful
the old lady helps to cure Nek and therefore Asraf should be grateful and thankful to her for her
good deeds
she may not have cured Nek but her gesture should be appreciated especially by Ahsraf
Ashraf should not have been blinded by the gossips spread by the villagers and be able to think
rationally
from the event, we learn that we must show appreciation to those who help us when we are in
need of help
help from others is indeed important because we cannot solve all our problems in life. We should
be grateful when someone lends a helping hand
CONCLUSION
In a nutshell, this event teaches us that this life is all about bitter sweet experiences. When kindness is offered,
it should be
(Muhd Irfan Zufayri, Abdullah Tahir, Nur Nabilah, Nur Khalidah Adibah, Nurafifa Akmal)
QUESTION 7: Choose an important event in the novel you have studied and shows how it affects the
life of a character in the story. Provide evidence to support your answer.
INTRODUCTION
The Curse by Lee Su Ann, centres on a college student, Azreen, who has to leave London in return home to
Malaysia because her elder sister,Madhuri passed away. The event has an impact on a characters life is the
outbreak of fire at the Old Ladys house.
EVIDENCE
After the outbreak of fire, Asraf feels guilty for causing the fire. He apologises and admits that he has
been too grief stricken to be rational
He finally tells the truth about his plan to elope with Madhuri to Kuala Lumpur. He says he loves
Madhuri ever since he first meets her
Mohd Asraf also says Madhuri has agreed to elope with him
The obedient daughter confesses everything to her husband
Azreen acknowledges that her filial sister is not as obedient as may expect
CONCLUSION
The outbreak of the fire at the Old Ladys house has changed Azreens life in a positive way. She becomes
more forgiving, rational and matured. Gratified, Azreen sees a new beginning before her.
QUESTION 9 : Life is an education How is this shown in the novel you have studied?
INTRODUCTION
The Curse, the novel that I have studied shows many challenges faced by the characters like Azreen,
Madhuri, Asraf and Salleh. The plot teaches us that life is an education because experience is the best teacher.
1) Life teaches us to take responsibility
Asraf tries to find the cure for her sick grandmother although there is no hope
Azreens has a responsibility to further her studies in the United Kingdom. She has an obligation
to her foster parents who sponsor her
Azreen also has a responsibilty as a family member. Azreen returns to Langkawi when she knows
the death of her sister although her examination is just around the corner
responsibility as a friend- Azreen has made a false confession that she opened the gate and let the
bull out. This causes her mothers accident. As a friend ,she does not want Asraf to be punished
by the owner of the farm
Azreen is courageous to further her studies although her father, Salleh who does not think it is a
good idea for his daughter to accept the offer of virtual strangers and later allow them to pay for
her education abroad.
Azreen tries to save the Old Lady when the Old Ladys house is on fire courageously although she
know there is no hope in saving the Old Lady.
After the dreadful incident in which the Old Lady accidentally murders her husband as selfdefense, she is ostracized by the villagers but she still has the courage to go on with her life and
tries to lead a normal life.
The Old Lady tries to help Asrafs grandmother after being persuaded by Azreen. Although, she
knows the villagers do not trust her, she still helps to cure Asrafs grandmother.
Azreen is a very good daughter towards her mother and she takes care of her paralysed mother
after she comes back to Pulau Langkawi to discover her sisters death.
Azreen falls in love with Mohd Asraf and she is willing to do anything for Asraf especially when
she admits that she leaves the gate open as she does not want Ashraf to get the blame.
Madhuri really loves Azreen in whatever situation and she always sides Azreen every time Azreen
is scolded by their father.
CONCLUSION
In conclusion, the evidence in the novel shows that life is as an education. It helps us become a better
person after facing a lot of trials and tribulations. Despite all the conflicts and sadness, the characters rise
above all the challenges by showing that love still exist and that is what matters most.
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