NAME : ________________________________

SMK SULTANAH HAJJAH KALSOM

BANDAR DAMANSARA KUANTAN
KUANTAN PAHANG
UJIAN 1
FEBRUARI 2016
TINGKATAN 2
(1 JAM)

CLASS : _________
Bahagian

Soalan

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SECTION A
[20 marks]
[Time suggested: 30 minutes]
Answer all questions in this paper
Question 1

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JUMLAH
PERATUS

Markah
Penuh
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100%

Markah
Diperolehi

The text below is about the Thaipusam celebration.

Read the text below. The first and last lines are correct. For the remaining lines, there is one
grammatical error in each line.
Write one word to correct the error in the space provided. An example has been given. The
correct word must not change the meaning of the sentence. There are no spelling and punctuation
errors in this text.
Thousands of Hindus celebrate Thaipusam in the month of January each
year. Hindu devotees travel longest distances to do penance at their

e.g. long

favourite temple all over the country. Young but old devotees, men,

(a) _______

women and children carry out this yearly pilgrimage. A throbbing chant

(b) _______

of Vei,Vei fill the air. Devotees make them way to the Sri

(c) _______

Subramaniam Temple. Batu Caves is the best know location for

(d) _______

devotees to pay homage to Lord Subramaniam. Batu Caves is liking a

(e) _______

gigantic stage where faith and sacrifices are portrayed. Fulfil of vows are

(f) _______

enacted in a powerful show of piety. Visitors are treat to scenes of

(g) _______

kavadi-bearers walking patiently up 272 steps to the temple. It was

(h) _______

common to see non-Hindus and non-Indians performing these rites. Those

(i) _______

would have made vows in the past year. Now, they are perform the rites

(j) _______

to fulfill the vows. The whole atmosphere is mesmerizing and exhilarating.

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Question 2
The text below is about the instinct of survival among ants.
Read the text below. The first and last lines are correct. For the remaining lines, there is one
grammatical error in each line.
Underline the error. Then, write one word to correct the error in the space provided.
An example has been given. The correct word must not change the meaning of the sentence.
There are no spelling and punctuation errors in this text.
Animals and insects, big or small are no different from humans. They all
subscribe to the belief of surviving of the fittest. Ants, purportedly the

e.g. survival

smaller creature in the animal kingdom are not different. They attack

(a) _______

even its own species to survive. Battles among colonies of the

(b) _______

ant species occurs quite often. It is where the ants fight mercilessly until

(c) _______

all the ants of one colony are killed or drive away. This enmity exists

(d) _______

because each colony needs to protect it hunting grounds. They do this to

(e) _______

ensure there is an adequate supply of food from their members. The

(f) _______

ants attack any intruders that encroaches on their territory, whether by

(g) _______

accident or on purpose. This fighting spirit is particular strong against

(h) _______

those of their own kind. These are seen as enemies as they competing for

(i) _______

the same food. These instinct to survive is very strong in every member

(j) _______

of the colony. The next time you see a colony of ants scrambling with
their intruders, stay away or you might end up with swollen legs!

SECTION B
[40 marks]
[Time suggested: 40 minutes]

Question 3
Read the following descriptions of traditional games. Then, answer questions (a) (j).
Sepak Raga

Congkak

This game is usually played by six to 12

This game uses a congkak set and rubber

boys who stand in a circle. One player will

seeds, saga seeds or small marbles. The

start by throwing a rattan ball to another

left-most pit is the home for the player.

player who is standing opposite him. The

The players pick and drop the seeds one by

receiver can either kick or butt the ball

one into each pit, going clockwise. The

with his head or chest several times before

players turn is over if the last seed falls

passing it to another player. The rule is to

into the opponents pit. The player who

avoid letting the ball fall to the ground.

empties all the pits and captures the most

seeds wins the game.

Galah Panjang

Five Stones

This is a tag game and the players are

The objective of the game is to grab as

divided into two groups with a leader

many stones as possible, which are

each. Taggers can only move horizontally

simultaneously thrown into the air from

on the lines while the leaders move

the back of the hand. A player cannot drop

vertically. Each player has to get past the

the stones and must grab all the stones at

divided areas surrounded by his opponent

the final round or lose a turn. There are a

without getting tagged.

total of seven rounds and a player who

completes all rounds at one go wins.

Questions (a) (j)

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

(10 marks)

Question 4

Read the following news reports. Then, answer questions (a) (j).
Anglers battle it out
Of the 20 participants who finished in the top 20 in a fishing competition held at Putrajaya
Lake recently, Kamala Devi and Azizah Mat were the only females. Kamala bagged eighth with
a 1.35 kg lampam, while Azizah finished 13th with a 1.2 kg catch.
Knowing your thoughts?
Indonesian mentalist Deddy Corbuzier left the audience in awe during his maiden performance
in Malaysia at the Magical Theatre Restaurant in Oasis Boulevard Sunway Pyramid recently.
He not only knew their names and what they were thinking, but could also tell them what shoe
size they wear. A lady was told she hoped he would make a second visit soon.
Journey of Friendship
A convoy of about 100 MCA Youth members will undertake a four-wheel-drive expedition
named 'Journey of Friendship 2' from Kuala Lumpur to Zhongshan in China from May 15 to 29
to enhance bilateral ties.
Questions (a) (j)
Using the information from the text, complete the following graphic organiser.
NEWS & EVENTS
Anglers battle it

Fishing competition

out

Location (a) _________________

No. of participants (b) __________
Female winners Kamala Devi (c) placing _________ and Azizah Mat,
placing _______

Knowing your

Who: (d) Indonesian mentalist _____________

thoughts?

Location : (e) ________________

Capabilities : (f) knew members of audiences _________ , what they
were ______ and their ____________

Journey of

Participants : (g) _____________

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Friendship

Activity : (h) a _________________ expedition

Place :(i) ____________ to _____________
Objective : (j) __________________
(10 marks)

Question 5
Read the notice below. Then, answer questions (a) (i).
World Wetlands Day 2014
Theme: Wetlands and Water - Supporting Life, Sustaining Livelihoods
Venue: Putrajaya Wetlands Park
Objectives:

Show what wetlands can do for us

Celebrate wetlands - invaluable contribution in sustaining life

Enable people to see how wetlands work for us

Promote the conservation and wise use of wetlands among Malaysians

Activities:

Presentations on benefits of wetlands and steps to protect them

Photograph and poster exhibition

Fishing competition

Alien fish removal programme

Planting of wetland plants

Drawing contest for primary schools

Extras!!
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All are invited to assist with the planting of wetland plants and to fish alien fishes out of the
lake. Volunteers are advised to dress appropriately to work at the edge of the lake.

During the event, Wetlands International will be giving out wetlands posters, brochures,
children's board games and books.

There will also be a book sale on books on wetland flora and fauna, mangrove, wetland in
general, fishes, water birds, wetland assessment and educational pack at discounted prices.

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

The term flora and fauna refers to greens and trees.

(b)

Wetlands are used to sustain animals only.

(c)

Alien fish refers to fish that is not born in the pond.

(d)

Volunteers would be.

Questions (e) (i): Read the notice carefully and answer the questions below.
(e)

How can we best explain the theme of World Wetlands Day?

___________________________________________________________________(1mark)

(f)

Why do you think Wetlands International would be giving out the posters and brochures?
___________________________________________________________________(1mark)

(g)

Fill in the table with an appropriate phrase from the

Meaning
(i)

Phrase

rendering of help that has no value

(ii) appropriate decisions on the use of

(h)

Why are volunteers encouraged to dress appropriately?

___________________________________________________________________(1mark)

(i)

What are the two things that volunteers have to do?

___________________________________________________________________(1mark)

(j)

You plan to volunteer to help at a turtle conservation centre. In about 50 words,

Write a postcard to your friend. In your postcard:

encourage him/her to join you

give reasons to support your choice

add other relevant information to make your writing interesting

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(10 marks)

SECTION C
[20 marks]
[Time suggested: 20 minutes]
Question 6
Read the text below.
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Besides feasting and entertaining, some Lunar New Year customs are still practised today.
One of these is house cleaning. The entire house should be cleaned before New Year's Day. On the
day itself, all cleaning equipment, especially the broom, are put away. Sweeping and dusting are not
allowed for fear that good fortune will be swept away. After New Year's Day, the floors may be
swept but the dust and rubbish are swept to the middle of the hall and then placed in corners. It is
not taken out until the fifth day.
Lighting firecrackers on New Year's Day is the Chinese way of sending out the old year and
welcoming the new. At the stroke of midnight on the eve, every door in the house and even the
windows has to be opened to let the old year go out.
All debts have to be paid by this time. Nothing should be lent on this day as anyone who
does so will be lending throughout the year. Everyone should refrain from using foul language and
bad or unlucky words on this day. Negative terms and the word 'four' which sounds like death are
not to be uttered. Death and dying are never mentioned and ghost stories are totally taboo. The first
person one meets and the first words one hears are significant as they hint at what fortunes will be
for the entire year.
On New Year's Day, one is not supposed to wash one's hair for fear that it would mean
washing away the good luck of the New Year. Red clothing is preferred as the colour is considered
bright and happy. If you cry on this day, you will cry throughout the year. Therefore, children's
pranks and misbehaviour are tolerated and they are not spanked for fear of making them cry.
Read the text carefully. Then, answer questions (a) (j).
(a)

What is an important custom that Chinese must do before Chinese New Year?
____________________________________________________________________(1mark)

(b)

What is the reason for keeping all the equipment used for sweeping and cleaning on the first
day of the Chinese New Year?
____________________________________________________________________(1mark)

(c) List the two actions of the Chinese concerning cleaning and dusting that can be considered
superstitious.
i)

______________________________________________________________(1m
ark)

ii)

______________________________________________________________(1m
ark)

(d) What do the Chinese believe they should do to welcome the New Year?
____________________________________________________________________(1mark)
(e)

Fill in the table with an appropriate word/phrase from the text.

Meaning
(i)

kept out of sight

(ii)

avoid using or doing certain things

Word/Phrase

(iii) not be done or talked about

(iv) because they are indications of potential
things to come
(f)

What do the Chinese believe they should do to welcome the New Year?
____________________________________________________________________(1mark)

(g)

What problem must be settled in full before the New Year?

____________________________________________________________________(1mark)

(h)

(i)

What are two personal things should people do to ensure good fortune for the coming year?
(i)

_______________________________________________________________(1mark)

(ii)

_______________________________________________________________(1mark)

What two suggestions do you have to prepare for the New Year to make it a happy occasion?
(i)

_______________________________________________________________(1mark)

(ii) _______________________________________________________________(1mark)
Question 7
Read the poem and answer questions (a) (d)

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Mr Nobody Author Unknown

I know a funny little man,
As quiet as a mouse,
Who does the mischief that is done
In everybody's house!
There's no one ever see his face,
And yet we all agree
That every plate we break was cracked
By Mr. Nobody.
'Tis he who always tears our books,
Who leaves the door ajar,
He pulls the buttons from our shirts,
And scatters pins afar;
That squeaking door will always squeak,
For. prithee, don't you see,
We leave the oiling to be done
By Mr. Nobody.
He puts damp wood upon the fire,
That kettle cannot boil;
His are the feet that bring in mud,
And all the carpets soil.
The papers always mislaid,
Who had them last but he?
There's no one tosses them about
But Mr. Nobody.
The finger marks upon the door
By none of us are made;
We never leave the blinds unclosed,
To let the curtains fade;
The ink we never spill; the boots
That lying around you see
Are not our boots - they all belong
To Mr. Nobody.
(a)

Where can Mr Nobody be found?

________________________________________________________________ (1 mark)

(b)

How does Mr Nobody move around and though he is seen what does everybody agree about
him?
_________________________________________________________________ (1 mark)
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(c)

What has happened to the books?

__________________________________________________________________ (1 mark)

(d)

Do you think you have a Mr Nobody in your house? Give a reason.

__________________________________________________________________ (2 mark)
KERTAS SOALAN TAMAT

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