SMK PUTERI WANGSA

PEPERIKSAAN PERTENGAHAN TAHUN

BAHASA INGGERIS TINGKATAN 4

2 HRS 30 MINS

NAME: _______________________________ CLASS: 4 _____________

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. This paper tests on Reading Skills.

2. It consists of 7 Parts; 1,2,3,4, and 5.
3. Answer ALL the questions of this paper in the answer sheet provided.

PART 1

Questions 1 – 8

Read the text carefully in each question. Choose the best answer A, B or C. For each
question, mark the correct answer A, B or C on your answer sheet.

In Japan, Artificial Intelligence (AI) are replacing office workers. Office workers are
being replaced by AI system that possesses cognitive technology that can think like a
human, making it able to analyse and interpret data including text, images, audio
and video.
This technology will be able to read tens of thousands of medical reports and
calculate pay-outs for insurance companies. According to a report by Nomura
Research Institute, nearly half of all jobs in Japan could be performed by robots by
2035.
1. What is ONE concern if the above technology is used?
A. Robots are more efficient
B. More people will be jobless
C. Companies will have higher profit

INFO CORNER

Kelana Putra Condominium

 Found: a pram and a bicycle by the pool on Friday evening
 For rent:
(i) Unit 3 – 12, Block B
(ii) Unit 8 – 3, Block C
 Opening of a launderette on Ground Floor Administration Block

Upcoming Event:
- A mooncake gathering for all residents by the swimming pool
- Saturday, 21 Sept, at 7.30 p.m. – 9.00 p.m.

All are welcome

~ The Management ~

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 2. Why do you think the managements sets up the info corner?
A. To inform residents of current and future events
B. To instil the spirit of neighbourliness among the residents
C. To keep residents aware of happenings within the condominium

How to Take the Perfect Selfie

In order to take the perfect selfie, here are some tips shared by several self-proclaimed “selfie
experts”. Firstly, choose a place with good lighting or adjust your position for maximum
brightness if you are stuck in a dimly-lit area. Next, make sure you take your selfie at an
angle that is fluttering to you. Our selfie gurus all agreed that practice makes perfect when it
comes to selfies, so snap away!

3. We can conclude that

A. we should practice taking selfies with a selfie guru
B. the people who contributed to this article are photography experts
C. brightness and angle are the two factors that contribute to taking the perfect
selfies

TRESPASSERS WILL BE FINED AND/ OR JAILED

4. From the sign above, we know that

A. no one is allowed to enter without permission
B. trespassers must pay a fine to enter
C. there is a special entrance for those who wish to trespass

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5. Following Chef EJ’s tips will

A. enable you to cook on your own.
B. improve your skills on baking bread and buns
C. ensure your success in baking the cinnamon rolls.

D.
E. MUM
F.
G.
Mum, I’ll be home late today.
H.
I.
Where are you going?
J.
K.
I got stuck in traffic jam because of the rain earlier.
L.
M.
N. Just drive carefully. People tend to rush in this kind of
O. weather.
P.
Alright, Mum!!

6. When Mum said, “… this kind of weather”, she was referring to

A. the rain
B. the flash flood
C. time people go out from the office

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 TIPS FOR ONLINE SAFETY
Avoid cyber-bullying – If you think you are being bullied,
1. Inform your parents or teachers
2. Do not respond to bullying messages
3. Block users who send you nasty messages
4. Take note of dates and times when bullying messages are sent to you, plus the user’s ID and the url.
5. Change your user ID, or profile to one which does not provide your personal information.

Staying safe online

1. Avoid posting any personal information online – like your address, email address or mobile number.
2. Think carefully about what you want to say online or before posting pictures or videos of yourself.
3. Never give out your passwords.
4. Do not accept friend requests from unknown people.
5. Do not meet up with people you have met online. Tell your parents about it.

7. According to the tips above, online safety is important

A. for parents and teachers only
B. in avoiding bad and dangerous people
C. to identify cyber bullies.

Q.
R. MUM
S.
T. Nick, I’m already here.
U.
V. Sorry, Julie. Give me 10 minutes – traffic is
W. terrible.
X.
I know, I only got here five minutes ago. I’ll wait –
Y.
the movie starts in five minutes though!
Z.
AA.
Why don’t you go in first? You have your ticket, right?
BB.
Or we catch the next show?
CC.
It’s fine. I’ll get snacks. The adverts usually take 10
minutes anyway.

Okay!

8. Which of the following statements is TRUE?

A. Julie will get the tickets while waiting for Nick.
B. Julie and Nick decided to watch a movie later.
C. Julie and Nick are both affected by the traffic.

[8 marks]

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 PART 2

Question 9 – 18

Read the text below and choose the best word for each space. For each question, mark the
correct letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet.

Students today (0) ____are_____ overburdened. They have too ________ (9) subjects to study,

that they have lost interest to learn. It’s high time we went back ______ (10) the days when

students studied a maximum of eight or nine subjects. If students _________ (11) fewer

subjects, teachers will have more time to teach. Nowadays, teachers _______ (12) to rush

through the syllabus and this _______ (13) little time for discussion. Discussion is necessary to

develop thinking skills. It also provides opportunities ___________ (14) to get __________ (15)

from their students. Many students also _________ (16) it difficult to cope with the many reports

and projects they are ___________ (17) to complete. Give our students a break. Bring back the

good old times when students enjoyed going to school because there ________ (18) so much to

look forward to.

0. A. are B. were C. was D. is

9. A. more B. most C. many D. few
10. A. to B. on C. at D. in
11. A. take B. takes C. took D. taken
12. A. has B. have C. had D. having
13. A. leave B. left C. leaves D. leaving
14. A. to B. for C. of D. forward
15. A. respond B. response C. answer D. feedback
16. A. find B. finds C. found D. finding
17. A. expect B. expecting C. expects D. expected
18. A. is B. are C. be D. was

[10 Marks]

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 PART 3

Question 19 – 26

You are going to read an extract from an article. For questions 19 to 26, choose the correct
answer (A, B, C or D) and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet.

Gunung Tahan at 2,187m is the highest mountain in the Peninsular Malaysia and local
trekkers dream of conquering it. I, too, have a similar dream but with a difference. I wanted to
scale the mountain with my 15-year-old daughter.
As a nature enthusiast myself. I wanted to use this opportunity not only to cultivate greater
interest in our country’s rich biodiversity but also to build a stronger bond with my daughter.
And so we set on this adventure of a lifetime. The five-day-four-night trip to Gunung Tahan in
Pahang entailed an 88-km journey from base camp in the park headquarters at Taman Negara
Merapoh, Pahang. We took the night train from Johor Bahru. It was another 10 hours before
we reached Merapoh via the Gua Musang railway station.
Day one: It rained heavily, making the river crossing treacherous. Leeches had a field day.
We had at least a dozen leech bites between us. As this was “tiger territory” with one of
Malaysia’s highest concentration of tigers, we were vigilant but there were no traces of wildlife
except footprints and elephant dung. Hornbills flying low were a sight to behold, especially the
large Rhinoceros hornbills which made loud noises. Karen was awed by the vibrancy of the
rainforest.
Camp Kor, the first camp site, had one of the cleanest rivers around. All through the five-day
journey, we drank straight from the stream . The water tasted so good! On the first day,
we were so tired that we slept for 14 hours to compensate for the lack of sleep on the train.
Day two: Karen had a tough ascent as the terrain was steep and very ragged at certain
patches due to erosion and the uprooted trees. A heavy four-hour downpour wiped out our
tent. We relocated to a new site, drenching wet and shivering with cold. But, Karen, so
captivated by the beauty of nature, was driven by a strong desire to make it to the peak safely.
Day three: We woke up to the sounds of barbets and cicadas and knew that it would be our
most challenging day. Another seven or eight hours of hiking and we would reach the peak.
The trek was tricky as the muddy paths and thorns hampered progress. The previous night’s
rain created cascades along the paths and movement was difficult. Karen was almost overcome
by exhaustion. Thankfully, she held on and after a short rest and a warm drink, she recovered.
We reached the peak at almost 7 p.m. and camped at Bukit Botak which had an elevation of
1,945 metres. We had a perfect night’s sleep interrupted only by the wind.
Day four: It was a beautiful morning. Clear blue skies greeted us. The view was scenic
through the haze was apparent. Karen was still in a daze wondering if she had really
conquered Gunung Tahan. We looked beyond the peak and felt on top of the world. The air
was so fresh and invigorating though chilly at times. If only we could have such quality air,
even in the lowlands, every day. Then, it was time to make the descent. The trek down to
Camp Kor was exciting as we trekked guided by the light from our torch. It was half-past eight
at night when we reached the campsite.
Day five: We boarded the train from Gua Musang to Johor Bahru. I reflected on our
adventure. It was a holiday as well as a learning session where I managed to instil the love of
nature in my daughter and heightened her appreciation of the environment.

19. Why do many local trekkers dream of conquering Gunung Tahan?

A. It’s the highest mountain in Malaysia.
B. It’s the highest mountain in the Peninsular Malaysia.
C. They want to spend time with their loved ones.
D. It’s 2,187 metres high.

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20. How long did the writer and her daughter take to reach Merapoh from Gua
Musang railway station?
A. 10 hours
B. More than 10 hours
C. 5 days 4 nights
D. A day

21. In Paragraph 3, why do they need to be more careful?

A. The sight of the hornbills flying low.
B. The large Rhinoceros hornbills made loud noises.
C. The area is said to be resided by many tigers.
D. The appearance of tigers.

22. “We drank water straight from the stream.”

What does this tell about the river at Camp Kor?
A. The river is very clean.
B. The river is very deep.
C. The river is very long.
D. The river is very dirty.

23. In Paragraph 6, what caused their “movement” to be more difficult?

A. Thorns
B. Exhaustion
C. The muddy paths
D. The previous night’s rain which created cascades

24. “We looked beyond the peak and felt on top of the world.”
What does it mean by felt on top of the world?
A. Sad
B. Ecstatic
C. Excited
D. Interesting

25. What time did they reach the campsite after they trekked down to Camp Kor?
A. 8.30 a.m.
B. Nearly 8.30 p.m.
C. At night
D. 8.30 p.m.

26. What did the writer want Karen to learn from the expedition?
A. Karen learnt to never give up.
B. Karen learnt to be adventurous.
C. Karen learnt to appreciate the environment.
D. Karen learnt to be more determined to achieve her goal.

[8 marks]

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PART 4
Questions 27 – 32

You are going to read an article about a student who went for a leadership camp for the first
time. Six sentences have been removed from the article. Choose from the sentences A to H
the one which fits each gap (27 to 32). There are two extra sentences which you do not need
to use.
Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.
A Camp for Future Leaders

Being a future leader, I often have to help other students. To provide them with an example to follow, I have to
be their role model. Last month, for the first time, my school selected me to attend a leadership camp. Unsure of
what to expect initially, I left with a real feeling of achievement at the end of the camp. I now know what it takes
to be a good leader.

The camp activities were creatively designed to motivate and boost our confidence. For example, during the
“Speak Easy” activity, we were encouraged to reveal our secrets and innermost feelings. To our horror, the
facilitators made it compulsory for everyone to participate. 27 ( ) We had no choice but to build up our courage
and speak up. This set the tone for future activities.

The next activity was something I had been looking forward to. It was a workshop on how to deal with
disciplinary cases in the safest way possible. The hands-on activity taught me how to deal with these sorts of
difficult situations. 28 ( ) This knowledge is something to be shared with the new prefects in my school.

The activity that had the most impact on me dealt with learning not to judge others based on looks or position. 29
( ) This approach is not only useful for me as a prefect, but also in everyday life.

There were also other enjoyable experiences during my short stint at the cam. 30 ( ) But the truth was I
occasionally got homesick. Fortunately, the warm and friendly attitudes of the staff put me at ease. I learned how
to cope at the camp that felt like “home away from home”.

I was especially impressed with the camp facilitators who led the sessions. They were always approachable and
helpful in ensuring that all the activities were fun, apart from giving us practical tips that would be useful in
many aspects. 31 ( ) This would be an advantage to us not only now, but when we step into the working world.

The leadership camp is a great way to gain skills necessary for dealing with real-life situations. 32 ( )
Credit must be given to the great way the leadership camp was organised. It should be recommended to anyone
else who aspires to be a leader.

A We should listen to the views and ideas of all people.

B Now, I am more confident about addressing problems of behaviour with the junior students.
C Everyone who attended noticed a huge change in how they behave and treat people.
D I was pushed out of my comfort zone.
E We learned about time management and how to handle stress effectively.
F I really tried to focus on all the positives.
G I also shared my experience with other leaders.
H Surprisingly, everybody volunteered to go first.
[6 marks]

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PART 5

Questions 33 – 40

We interviewed six teenagers about what community service means to them. Read the texts
below and answer the questions that follow.

Teens on Community Service

A – SHAH, 16 years old

Opportunities to volunteer are everywhere, even right in our own backyard. I started with
something that I really believe and have an interest in – joining a project that gives free tuition to
the little kids from a few poor families in my neighbourhood. That experience taught me to be more
compassionate.
B – JULIE, 14 years old

When I was younger, I helped out at a nearby animal shelter. At first, I didn’t know many people
there and wasn’t very enthusiastic. Later, as I got to know the animals and staff members, I learned
how to enjoy my time there. Every now and then, I go over to feed the animals and play with them.
It is very beneficial and I get new experiences doing things that I’ve never done before.
C – HOCK LIM, 17 years old

I go to an old folks’ home as a volunteer and spend time with the residents there. Sometimes, my
friends and I go there after school. Listening to the stories about their past experiences has taught
us some useful life lessons. Once in a while, we bring along a guitar to entertain them.
D – AMELIA, 13 years old

Last year, we had a class project where we had to complete 10 hours of community service. So, my
class decided to help clean up the zoo compound. Although very tiring, I feel that doing this type
of community service is rewarding.
E – JEREMY, 15 years old

For as long as I can remember, I have always been involved in community service – going to
children’s homes with my parents to organise parties especially on special occasions. The joy on the
children’s faces never cease to warm our hearts and that’s what keeps us going back.
F – AIDA, 17 years old

I wanted to support my local library, so I set up a Story Corner and read to children on Saturdays.
Setting up community projects is very meaningful, no matter how small it may be. Every little step
counts. I hope that one day my classmates will join me.

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Questions 33 – 36

Which paragraphs (A – F) describes the following experiences of community service?

Mark your answers on the separate sheet.

Statements Paragraph
33 I did not enjoy the work initially. ___________________
34 I organised my work by myself. ___________________
35 I sympathise with the unfortunate in my area. ___________________
36 I get input to have a better understanding of the ___________________
world.

Questions 37 – 40

Complete the notes below using information from the text. Choose no more than one word
from the passage for each answer.

Mark your answers on the separate sheet.

What We Know About Community Service

 Those who are interested in working with animals could help out at a (37)
_____________ or zoo.
 For senior citizens, it is useful to think of ways to (38) ________ them.
 Helping children is also about making them happy; celebrating birthdays by having
(39) _________ is one way to do this.
 Try not to think too big. Do something that will make the lives of the needy more (40)
__________ and happy.

[8 marks]

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 ANSWER SHEET

NAME :_______________________________________
CLASS :_______________________________________

Part 1
No Circle your answer
1 A B C
2 A B C
3 A B C
4 A B C
5 A B C
6 A B C
7 A B C
8 A B C

Part 2
No Circle your answer
9. A B C D
10 A B C D
11 A B C D
12 A B C D
13 A B C D
14 A B C D
15 A B C D
16 A B C D
17 A B C D
18 A B C D

Part 3
No Circle your answer
19 A B C D
20 A B C D
21 A B C D
22 A B C D
23 A B C D
24 A B C D
25 A B C D
26 A B C D

Part 4
No Circle your answer
27 A B C D E F G H
28 A B C D E F G H
29 A B C D E F G H
30 A B C D E F G H
31 A B C D E F G H
32 A B C D E F G H

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Part 5
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37
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39
40

Reading
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Part 4
Part 5
Total

Marks (%)

Prepared by, Checked by, Verified by,

_____________________
(Ms Ruzimah Othman) (Mdm. NorDalina) (Mdm. Santhi A/p
English Teacher Head of English Panel Gunamani)
SMK Puteri Wangsa SMK Puteri Wangsa Head of Language
Department
SMK Puteri Wangsa

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