(UNDERSTANDING is IMPORTANT)

UNIT
ESTABLISHING A CONNECTION
01
Technique
Focus on Process not Answers

Theme: Science and Technology

Lesson 1: Reading Read comments from the public in social networking sites. Real-Life Adaptation

Practice A (L.S. 3.1.1) SPM-Oriented Part 5: Matching & Information Transfer Textbook: page 8-9 PL

We interviewed six students if they prefer e-books. Read the texts below and pay attention to the words in bold and
then answer the questions that follow.
Advantages of E-books
A – ROBERT, 18 years old
I love e-books as they are portable. I can carry e-books anywhere I go and read them whenever I want.

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Students like me can go through the learning materials at home or while I am travelling. It is so convenient for
me as I don’t have to carry many books at one time. I can store hundreds of books in my e-book reader. Besides,
e-books can be downloaded and saved to be read later.
B – JULIANA, 19 years old
E-books come with special features. I can adjust the brightness of the screen, depending upon my preference
or according to the surroundings. I can change the font size of the text which means I can either increase or
decrease it. This will not strain my eyes and is good for my eyesight. With printed books, the font size is fixed and
I can’t adjust it to a comfortable reading size.
C – WILLIAM TAN, 20 years old
I find e-books are more engaging than printed materials. The interactive features include multimedia
enhancements make reading a totally new experience. The reader can enjoy trying out the different features.
There are also external links provided that offer additional information. I can also bookmark certain pages or
find a word quickly.
D – TEIK FAI, 18 years old
One thing I like about e-books is that they are environmentally-friendly. If all published books were to be
replaced with digital e-books, then this could save trees from being chopped down. Did you know that about
2.2 million books are published every year, using around 3.3 million trees?
E – MISHA, 20 years old
Printed books can be expensive, especially hardcover books. E-books on the other hand cost much less. There
are no paperback covers, no printing or packaging costs, and no shipping charges. Hence, e-books become
much cheaper than printed books. This reduces the costs of production for many publishers. Readers can get
their hands on more books since they are cheaper.
F – VIMALA, 19 years old
For academic purposes, e-books provide up-to-date information. Authors and publishers can instantly update any
outdated information in their text, providing users with the latest digital content. This saves time involved in the process.

Questions 1 to 4
Which paragraph (A – F) describes the reasons for the preference for e-books?

Statements Paragraph
1 E-books are more affordable and do not cost much like printed books.
2 E-books can also be very appealing because there are many interactive elements.
Answer

3 E-books are accessible everywhere.

4 E-books can save many trees from being felled and processed into paper.

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 Questions 5 to 8
Complete the notes below using information from the text. Choose no more than one word from the passage for
each answer.

What We Know About Advantages of e-Books

• For those who are unable to read a text if the font size is too small, they can (5) the size of
the font.
• The (6) data will be uploaded instantly and thus, able to provide students with up-to-date
digital content.
• A reader can get extra (7) from the external links.
• E-books are very (8) for students to carry everywhere.
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Practice B (L.S. 2.1.4) PL

You may use the words in brackets or your own ideas to complete the conversation below. Then, role-play the dialogue.

Student A: Hi, . Which one do you prefer, e-books or printed books?

Student B: (to give opinion: e-books – affordable/ printed book – easier to read) Hi, . I prefer
.
What about you?
Student A: You have a point there. (to respond: like) . (to justify opinion:
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interactive – engaging/ good for eyes) This is because

.
Student B: (to agree: up-to-date/ browsing bookstore – better experience) Yes, I agree. Besides that,

.
Student A: (to agree: save time – printing/ review – highlight – sticky note) That’s right.
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Further practice: (Reading Part 5)

L.S. 3.1.1 Understand the main points in extended texts on a wide range of familiar topics
L.S. 2.1.4 Explain and justify own point of view

Common Pronunciation Mistake

Word: the Explanation:
• Normally, we pronounce ‘the’ with a short sound (like ‘thuh’). But when
Say: • short sound ‘thuh ‘the’ comes before a vowel sound, we pronounce it as a long ‘thee’. When
(ðə)’ before a we wish to place emphasis on a particular word, we can use ‘emphatic the’
consonant sound [thee], whether or not the word begins with a consonant or vowel sound.
• long sound ‘thee • The word ‘the’ is often pronounced ‘thee’ before a vowel sound and ‘thuh’
(ði)’ before a before a consonant sound. This is not a ruling. It’s just a tendency to assist
vowel sound with the flow of speech. In speech, the word ‘the’ can be pronounced
‘thee’ for emphasis.

Other ways to say "I think"

Answer • As far as I’m concerned • I believe • If you ask me
• From my point of view • I feel that • If you wonder my opinion
• I assume that • In my opinion • It’s my belief that

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 Lesson 2: Grammar Textbook: page 9-10 Present Simple vs Present Progressive / Computer-based Vocabulary

Type Explanation Example

To talk about permanent states. • I don’t like online shopping.
Present
Used for regular habits or actions. • Miss Tan always shops at EcoSave Mart.
Simple
To talk about universal truths or general facts. • The moon is round.
To talk about a temporary state. • I’m signing up for a baking course next
Present
For actions happening at the moment of speaking. month.
Continuous
To refer to future arrangements made. • The doctor is vaccinating my father in the room.
These verbs are not normally used in the
• We could smell the aroma of freshly baked
continuous tenses:
bread from the bakery.
• verbs of the senses (feel, see, hear, taste,
• My brother does not like to push the trolley.
Stative seem, look, etc.)
• I believe online shopping will soon take over

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Verbs • verbs of emotions and preferences (love,
physical shopping.
hate, like, dislike, need, etc.)
• I hope my parents will get me an iPad for my
• verbs of perception and opinion (think,
birthday.
believe, know, hope, etc.)

Lesson 8: Grammar Textbook: page 15-16 Past simple, used to, be used to; use of suffixes

Type Explanation Example

To talk about actions that were done at a certain • She bought an automatic washing machine
time in the past. last month.
Past To refer to habitual or repeated actions in the past. • I often played my electric guitar so loudly
Simple To show completed actions that happened one that my neighbours complained.
after the other in the past. • Mrs Tan worked in the food industry for
For permanent situations in the past. 30 years.
To talk about a past situation that is no longer • Robert and I used to work in the hospital in Klang.
Used to
true or an action that has changed now. • I am not used to using an iPhone.
To express a situation that is not new or strange, • She used to be overweight until she took up
Be used to
or is no longer new. jogging.
Get used to
To get accustomed to something. • We will get used to having online classes very soon.

Practice A PL Practice B PL

Underline the correct verb for each sentence. Write the verbs in the brackets in the Present Simple or
1 Every year, the teachers (choose / chooses / choosing) Present Continuous.
the most creative computer design via a messaging app. 1 My father sometimes with his best
2 Lalita (enjoy / enjoys / enjoyed) using social media friend during his free time. (chat)
platforms to stay connected with her friends. 2 Mrs Krishnan not allow Manu to play
3 The residents of the apartment (want / wants / online games on schooldays. (do)
wanting) better Internet access.
3 Mr Tan and Mr Rahman are a long
4 Azizah is (listen / listens / listening) to instructions chat about the Standard Operating Procedure for
on how to create a webpage carefully. the pandemic. (have)
5 Siew Lan and Ratnam are always texting, even though
they (live / lives / lived) next door to each other. 4 I hard to complete my project
6 I am (send / sends / sending) Mr Tan a message as I while my sister to music on
could not get him the whole morning. her phone. (try, listen) Answer
7 June (write / writes / writing) her essay on her mobile 5 Lisa for her thumb drive.
phone but I am working on mine using a laptop. She she left it on the table a while ago.
(look, say)

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 Practice C PL Practice D PL

Underline the correct verb for each sentence. Write the verbs in the brackets in the correct tense.
1 His article about new inventions (win / wins / won) 1 I am not used to with Google Meet
the first prize in the essay competition. as I prefer traditional classroom learning. (study)
2 The boy slipped and (fall / fell / fallen) into the 2 In the past, we used to food from
drain while he was texting his friend.
restaurants, but today you can just food
3 My grandfather used to (type / types / type) letters via food delivery platforms. (buy / order)
on the typewriter but today he uses the computer.
3 I across some old family photographs
4 A few years ago, Lina (used to / use to / using to) in my dad’s mobile phone. (come)
work for a computer company but lost her job due
to the pandemic. 4 The signal was very poor last night that I could hardly
5 I am still not familiar with reading the menu on my hear what my friend over the phone. (say)
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phone but soon I will (get used to / be using to / be 5 In the past, mobile phones to be large
used to) it. and heavy, but today it is slim and light. (use)
6 Nowadays, we (is / are / were) used to sending 6 I used to my grandmother at least
electronic greeting cards instead of mailing a
traditional greeting card. twice a week, but now I her almost every
day. (call, text)
Practice E SPM-Oriented Part 2: Cloze Text PL

Read the text below and choose the best word for each space. For each question, mark the correct letter A, B, C or D.
Benefits of Social Media
Today, it (0) is hard to keep in contact physically with my friends due to Covid-19 restrictions. Thus, social media
like Snapchat and Google Meet have helped me to connect with others. Otherwise we could not (1) ________ in
touch like we used to.
Connecting with friends is even more important now given how the pandemic is (2) ________ our lives. In the
past, we used to (3) ________ out after school, but today we can hardly go to school. Without social media, I think
many students would feel extremely bored and lonely. During the lockdown, we were stuck at home for weeks and
certainly (4) ________ difficulties to pass the time. I (5) ________ to chat with my friends almost every night for hours.
Besides, apps like Instagram and TikTok are useful during the pandemic because we can get the latest news
updates and announcements on the pandemic progress. Every time I (6) ________ onto social media, there will be
news that I find interesting. These apps also keep me updated with world news which I also (7) ________ can help
me to be aware of current affairs. There are also many social media apps which (8) ________ helpful for us to find
new information on certain topics.
In addition, social media also (9) ________ to strengthen the bond between my siblings and me during this
lockdown. The Tik Tok app allows us to share experiences and (10) ________ us something in common to talk
about and laugh over. In short, I think social media has greatly benefitted me and other teens as well. It helps us
to stay connected online when we cannot meet our friends.

0 A is 3 A hang 6 A go D were
B are B hung B goes 9 A help
C was C hangs C went B helps
D were D hanging D going C helped
D helping
1 A keep 4 A has 7 A thinking
B kept B had B thought 10 A giving
C keeps C have C thinks B gives
D keeping D having D think C give
D gave
Answer 2 A restrict 5 A use 8 A is
B restricts B uses B are
C restricted C used C was
D restricting D using

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 Lesson 3: Listening When you need to talk about information and communication technology. Real-Life Adaptation
(UNDERSTANDING is IMPORTANT)
Technique

Audio
Practice A (L.S. 1.1.1) SPM-Oriented Part 1: 3-option MCQ Textbook: page 11 PL
Focus Process not Answers

A You will hear people talking in seven different situations. (Listen without the tapescript)
B Now listen again and go to page 141 to read the tapescript and then pay attention to the words in bold. For Track 1.1
questions 1 to 7, choose the correct answer (A, B or C).

1 What has Fadli decided to buy in the end? 5 When Madam Salmah was talking to Mr. Tan about
A A tablet ‘Pizza Shop’, she
B A laptop A was happy because she did not think about it.
C A desktop B was worried because she was not aware of the
2 What does Alisha say about the FoodDay App? game.
C learnt that she can now do simple exercises to
A The restaurant selected will deliver to any address.

B We can go through the menu of the selected
restaurant.
C FoodApp is especially created to be used only
during the pandemic.
3 According to Mr. Ram, the motivation to play is that a child
A would be able to get to know about money easily.
B would gain knowledge about currency and make
a lot of money.
C can purchase accessories at a digital store after
completing a game.
4 Soo Ling likes a social media platform which
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improve her addition.
6 The two speakers agree on the point that
A the web is now an important means of
communication.
B the web is easily accessible from every part of
the world.
C the Internet allows them to connect with each
other whenever they want to.
7 Amirah needs to write an essay on
A the ways we can make use of technology.
B how technology can be beneficial and yet
harmful.

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A lets her communicate with one person at a time.
C how people get duped or hooked on online
B makes her take more time to communicate with
games.
all her friends.
C allows her to communicate with many friends at
the same time.

Practice B (L.S. 2.1.1) PL

Further practice: (Listening Part 1)

You may use the words in brackets or your own ideas to complete the conversation below. Then, role-play the dialogue.

Salesperson: Hi. How can I help you?

Customer: Hi. I am looking for a laptop.
Salesperson: (to introduce: new model) ?
Customer: (to ask for information: specifications) ?
Salesperson: Well, this is a 10th Gen Intel Core i3 Processor with 8GB RAM.
Customer: (to ask for information: screen size) ?
Salesperson: It’s 15.6” FHD screen.
Customer: (to ask for confirmation: suitable – student) ?
Salesperson: Yes, it is. (to reconfirm the description: lightweight – ideal)
.
Customer: That’s great! (to ask for information: price) ?
Salesperson: It’s RM1999 after a 20 per cent discount. (to persuade: good price bargain) Answer
.
Customer: Oh, that’s great. It is within my budget. I’ll take it.

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 Lesson 4: Speaking Discussion with a friend on the importance of electronic gadgets. Real-Life Adaptation

(UNDERSTANDING is IMPORTANT)
Technique
Focus on Process not Answers
Practice A (L.S. 2.1.1, 1.1.5) SPM-Oriented Part 3: Discussion Textbook: page 12 PL

You may use the guide (5W1H) in the table or your own ideas to complete the conversation below. Then, role play
the dialogue.

interact
with family
and friends
essential relieve Info
things stress
Why The ‘5W1H’ (what) (when) (where)
Teenagers (why) (who) (how) technique is a
Own strategy often used in news reporting to

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Electronic provide the audience with an overview of

Gadgets an event.
latest online
Advantages of this technique:

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issues classes
• Helps students to organise their
entertainment thinking.
purposes • Can guide students to create a range
of question types independently.

Teacher I’d like you to talk about something together for about three minutes. First, you have some time to
look at the task given. (Allow candidates 20 seconds to prepare.)
Now, talk to each other about why teenagers own electronic gadgets.
Candidate A (What is the main reason to have electronic gadgets?) (Why do you say so?)

Candidate B (What is the other reason?)

Candidate A (What about the second reason?) (Why do you say so?)

Candidate B (Why do you think so?) (How do you use them?) (What about entertainment purposes?)

Candidate A (What is your view?) (What kind of entertainment do teenagers look for?) (What about the Further practice: (Speaking Part 3)
fourth point?)

Candidate B (What do you think?) (Why?)

Answer Candidate A (What is your opinion?) (Why?)

Candidate B

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 Lesson 5: Writing I would write a webpage about personal details of my life. Real-Life Adaptation
Core Civic Value: Happiness
A PERSONAL WEBPAGE
(UNDERSTANDING is IMPORTANT)

Practice A (L.S. 4.2.3) Textbook: page 13 PL

Read the webpage below. Imagine you are creating a webpage about yourself. What would be the interesting part
of your life that you can share with the public? Write your own webpage. You may use some underlined words and
phrases in the example given to help with your writing.

Welcome to My Webpage!
My name is Marina and I am sixteen years old. I live in Jelebu, a small, quiet town in Negeri Sembilan with my
small family. I am the eldest daughter and I only have one younger brother. Both my parents are teachers.
My hobbies are cycling and taking pictures. Every evening, I will cycle along Bukit Tangga with my best friend
Samirah to watch the sunset. In case you’re wondering, Bukit Tangga is a hilly road that you must take to get to
Jelebu. Sometimes, Samirah and I would stop at a nearby stream at Jeram Toi. Dipping our feet in the clear water
is just an excuse to visit the place because the scenery is simply breathtaking. Samirah was the one who gave me

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the idea to have my own webpage since I love photography so much. We take plenty of selfies too! We believe that
everyone should see the beauty of Jelebu. Most of the scenery pictures in this webpage are either taken around
Bukit Tangga or Jeram Toi.
There are not many things to do in Jelebu, but I believe my life is pretty exciting. Everyone knows each other
in this small town and we live harmoniously like a big family. I also like to photograph the interesting characters
I meet every day. Check out my webpage from time to time to read about my life, friends, neighbours and the
beautiful people of Jelebu!

Practice B (L.S. 4.2.2) PL

There are four errors in the passage below. Underline the error and correct the spelling. One example is given.

Camera
Kamera went digital and then dissappeared into smartphones. Many teenagers own smartphones nowadays.

With so many different apps available, photography has become a common hobby. Many teenagers like to take

selfiess – pictures of themselves in different places. This photography techniq is useful when you have no one Answer

to help you take a picture. Some like to take pictures of breathtaking sceenery, like the sunset at the beach.

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 Lesson 6: Reading Read messages or advertisements for specific information. Real-Life Adaptation

(UNDERSTANDING is IMPORTANT)
Technique
Focus on Process not Answers
Practice A SPM-Oriented Part 1: Short Texts PL

Read the text carefully in each question and then pay attention to the words in bold. Choose the best answer A, B or
C.

Second AGM Meeting

Computer Science Club
SMK Taman Mutiara
To all Computer Science Club members

The Second Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held on 25 February 2022 at 12 noon. Due to the current
pandemic situation, the meeting will be carried out online.
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Agenda:
• To confirm the minutes of the First Annual General Meeting on 10 January 2022
• To receive the committee’s report for 2021
• To elect two new committee members
• To elect the Chairman for the Digital Innovation competition
• To plan activities for 2022

Meeting link ID and password will be posted in the Telegram group soon.

1 Which of the following is true about the notice?

A The meeting will be conducted via the school’s Telegram group.
B The meeting is to discuss the activities to be carried out in 2022.
C All students of SMK Taman Mutiara are invited to attend the meeting.

More Youths are Lost in the Cyber World

Today’s younger generation are spending more of their free time on social networking sites such as Instagram and
Facebook. They are practically growing up with these social media platforms that they have lost contact with the real world.
Many teenagers tend to interact with friends and virtual strangers online. Most are also caught up in playing online games. As a
result, there is less face-to-face interaction.
2 Which of the following statements is true?
A More and more youths are setting up social networking sites.
B The youths of today have shown more interest in socialising online.
C Instagram and Facebook are the only social networking sites youths prefer.

Rules and Regulations of Tech Savvy Contest

• This contest is open to all students of SMK Taman Pelangi.
• Entry forms can be downloaded from the Tech Savvy Facebook site.
• Each entry form must be signed by the class teacher.
• The grand prize will be awarded to the entry with the most creative innovation.
• The organisers reserve the right to replace the stated prizes with items of equal value.
• The decision of the judges is final and no correspondence will be entertained.

3 Which of the following is true about the rules and regulations of the contest?
Answer A Photostated entry forms will not be accepted.
B All the students of the school can participate in the contest.
C Dissatisfied contestants can lodge complaints with the judges.

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 Jaime: Hello, Dina. Where are you going with your mother?
(UNDERSTANDING is IMPORTANT)

Dina: Hi, Jaime. My mother has gotten her appointment for the Covid-19 vaccine. I feel so happy as it
will give her some form of protection from the virus. She’s getting her vaccination done at Sunway
Convention Centre. I am waiting for my ride. The e-hailing driver hasn’t arrived yet.
Jaime: That’s great news! How did your parents register for the vaccination?
Dina: I helped them to register. First, you need to download the MySejahtera app and complete the
registration. You just need to follow the instructions given.
Jaime: Oh I see. I will download it tonight and register for my parents.

4 Which of the following is true?

A The Covid-19 vaccine is the only way to stay safe.
B Dina is using an e-hailing service to take her mother.
C Jaime’s parents have registered for their Covid-19 vaccine.

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Get Connected with IT

A talk on using IT today will be held at Sri Kota Institute Technology E-education in conjunction with
World Information Day on 18 and 19 June 2022.

E-learning companies such as Comm Lab, Bright Space and Learning Port would be invited to
present a discussion on the latest e-learning methods for students during the Movement Control Order
(MCO). Students can get tips on innovative learning methods to cope with online lessons.

For more information, contact 03-7788 8888

5 Which of the following is true about the notice?

A There will be only two speakers invited from IT companies.
B For more information, students can contact e-learning companies.
C The talk will be hosted by Sri Kota Institute Technology E-education.

Chef Fifi
@ chef fifi

8.35 a.m. 31 July 2022

Hello, everyone! During the Movement Control Order (MCO), most of us cook our own meals and eat at home.
Remember, home cooking should be low in fat. Use a non-stick pan when frying. This can reduce the usage of
oil. You can add spices or herbs to add flavour to the food instead of oil. You can still enjoy delicious and
healthy low-fat meals.

Tweet me your opinion.

6 Which of the following is true?

A The less oil is used, the better it is for health.
B We must use a frying pan to fry home-cooked meals.
C Spices or herbs added into oil will make the food tastier.

Answer

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 Share Your Thoughts Blog

This evening, I took advantage of the free Covid-19 screening provided by the authorities in
Pandamaran. For 3 days, this group screening has been moving around Klang and people have used this
opportunity to get screened for free. It was smooth flowing and well organised at the screening
centre. Thank you to the team who made this programme a success. I would call upon everyone in
Klang to take this opportunity to participate in this programme. All you need to do is register in
the app and click Submit.

Kino

7 Which of the following is true?

A The screening centre was disorganised and chaotic.
B The writer did not pay for the Covid-19 screening test.
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C The programme is meant only for those living in Pandamaran.

To: james@coolmail.com
From: brian@fastmail.com
Further practice: (Reading Part 1)

Hi James,

I tried to call you a few times but there was no answer. So I have to email you. How did the interview go? I know it was not
easy. I hope you did well in the interview. Please let me know if you need any help.

I have completed the introduction for our project and am still working on the conclusion. I am still stuck for ideas.
(Unit 8: page 115)

We will further discuss the science project when we meet in class next week.

Brian
8 Which of the following is true?
A James needs help for the interview.
B Brian has not finished the conclusion part.
C James and Brian will work on the introduction.

Phrases to express anger
1 boiling mad
2 fuming mad
3 furious over
4 rage engulfed one’s mind
5 livid with rage
Phrases to express happiness
1 ecstatic over
2 head is dizzy with delight
3 in high spirits
4 jumping with joy
5 over the moon
Phrases to express sadness
1 breaking down in tears
2 cry my heart out
Answer 3 picture of misery
4 gloomy and depressed
5 tears well up in her eyes
Phrases to express fear
1 a shiver ran down her spine
2 could feel the impending danger
3 feel a sense of dread
4 frozen with terror
5 trembling with fear
Phrases to express hunger
1 feel the stomach twisting
2 ravenous for
3 stomach growling
4 stomach is begging for food
5 wolfs down his food
Phrases to express shock
1 astounded
2 amazed to find
3 flabbergasted
4 astonished
5 unexpected
Useful Phrases
Phrases to express fatigue
1 dog tired
2 dragging himself on limply
3 limbs feel as if they are chained to
iron shackles
4 worn out with fatigue
Phrases to express pride
1 as proud as a peacock
2 chest stuck out proudly
3 sense of pleasure
4 a surge of pride wells
Phrases to express temptation
1 could not resist
2 feels as if he is being pulled over by
an invisible thread
3 helplessly drawn into/ towards
4 unconsciously gravitating towards

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 Lesson 7: Reading Read comments from the public in social networking sites. Real-Life Adaptation
Core Civic Value: Mutual Respect
Practice A (L.S. 3.1.3) SPM-Oriented Part 5: Matching & Information Transfer Textbook: page 14-15 PL

We interviewed six students if they would attend a class reunion after they have left school. Read the texts below and
answer the questions that follow.
Attending a Class Reunion
A – SU LIN, 18 years old
I would definitely attend a class reunion. This is the time where I can reconnect with friends whom I had known
in school. I am excited about meeting them to know what’s been going on in their lives. I’m sure a lot would
have changed over the years. If we are just texting using social media, the feeling isn’t the same. Nothing can beat
face-to-face interaction.

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B – JULIANA, 19 years old
It would a great time for us to look back on those times we shared in school. We can bring back those memories
of the fun and laughter shared with those who were by our side. Remembering those great times can be very
rewarding. We can get to relive those memories of the past.

C – CHIN SOON, 20 years old

I would often wonder where my friends ended up and what they would have done with their lives after all these
years. Attending a class reunion is an opportunity for me to find out. It is going to be fun to see if they look like
what they used to be like in school. Looking at pictures on Facebook or on profile pages is not the same as seeing
them in real life.

D – JOHAN, 18 years old

Personally I am looking forward to hugging those friends I had in my class. Most of us would have moved or went
off to college elsewhere. We still keep in touch on Facebook or Whatsapp but it isn’t the same feeling. So, I look
forward to reconnecting with those friends in real life when I meet up with them during the reunion.

E – KAVITHA, 20 years old

A class reunion is also a time to see how people have changed in their physical appearance over the years. I
attended my primary school reunion last year and realised that everyone is getting older. Well, I am not the only
one going through these physical changes. When we meet again in the next 20 years, we will see ourselves with
wrinkles, grey hair, creases on our forehead, pigmentation and other skin conditions.

F – AMBIGAH, 19 years old

Class reunions are not only a time to meet up with friends but also a time to thank those who have made a
difference in our lives, for example teachers. There are those who love teaching and continue to teach while
some would have retired from the teaching profession. It also gives us an opportunity to exchange contact
numbers to stay in touch.

Questions 1 to 4
Which paragraph (A – F) describes the reasons for attending class reunions?

Statements Paragraph
1 I can recollect and remember the good old times.
2 I have the opportunity to meet my former teachers.
Answer
3 I have to come to terms with aging.
4 I can catch up with my old friends.

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 Questions 5 to 8
Complete the notes below using information from the text. Choose no more than one word from the passage for
each answer.

Benefits of Attending a Class Reunion

• For those who are curious about their friends, they have the (5) to meet up in a class
reunion.
• We can start (6) with friends whom we have lost touch with.
• Seeing pictures or Facebook status updates of old friends isn’t the same as meeting them in (7) life.
• During a class reunion, we can also express our gratitude and (8) our former teachers.

Practice B (L.S. 2.3.1) PL

Unit 1

You may use the words in brackets or your own ideas to complete the conversation below. Then, role-play the dialogue.

Student A: Hello, . Have you heard about our class reunion next month?
Student B: (to respond: posted – Telegram group) .
Student A: (to repeat: Telegram group) . It was also posted
on our Facebook group. Did you see it? You can confirm your attendance in the event created.
(Unit 2: page 19 Guided 2) (Unit 3: page 34) (Unit 4: page 48) (Unit 6: page 85)

Student B: (to repeat for confirmation: Facebook) ? No, I haven’t

seen it. Let me check it out too.
Student A: It has been a long time since we last met up with our friends, hasn’t it?
Student B: (to repeat for confirmation: long time) . I think the
last reunion was about 10 years ago.
Student A: 10 years ago? (to justify: meet them again)
.
Student B: Yes, you’re right. I will be attending the reunion next month.
Student A: (to confirm: will) .
Further practice:

(Unit 7: page 93)

Answer
L.S. 3.1.3 Guess the meaning of unfamiliar words from clues provided by other words and by context on a wide range of familiar
topics
L.S. 2.3.1 Confirm understanding in discourse-level exchanges by repeating back what a speaker has said

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 Lesson 9: Listening Having a conversation with a neighbour or friend. Real-Life Adaptation
(UNDERSTANDING is IMPORTANT)
Technique

Audio
Practice A (L.S. 1.1.2) SPM-Oriented Part 4: Note Completion Textbook: page 16 PL
Focus Process not Answers

A You will hear a dialogue between a computer specialist, Andrew Tan, and his neighbour Marina about free time
activities. (Listen without the tapescript)
Track 1.2
B Now listen again and go to page 141 to read the tapescript and then pay attention to the words in bold. For questions
1 to 10, fill in the missing information in each numbered space. Use NO MORE THAN ONE WORD for each space.

Doing Things that You Like

Marina felt tired as she had been busy with her (1) job. So, she decided to go for a
jogging. After meeting Andrew in the park, he suggested that she plays tennis with his wife. As for him,
he prefers (2) . Then, Andrew realised that Marina seemed worried. It showed on her
Core Civic Value: Happiness

Unit 1
facial (3) . Marina explained that she was concerned about her son. He was always
(4) on his chair playing online games.
When Andrew tried to relate her son’s passion for gaming with his job, Marina showed some interest.
Andrew loves his job as a computer support specialist. Previously, he was an Internet Technician Supervisor
at the IT department. As an (5) Technician Supervisor, he addressed problems regarding

(Unit 2: page 22 Guided 2) (Unit 5: page 66) (Unit 7: page 97) (Unit 8: page 119)
Internet connection and provided support to (6) problems. The hardest part of the job
was telling the customer that he could not repair the computer. The best part was learning how the Internet
works and how to (7) problems.
Now, Andrew works as a computer support specialist. His daily tasks include challenging problem-solving,
monitoring and revising existing (8)
Core Civic Value: Responsibility

systems. He also has to do some tech support tasks such

as recovering lost data and upgrading computers. Andrew also offers technical assistance. One of his tasks is to
advise all programmable electronic (9) users. He likes his current job because there are constant
changes. He believes that no other industry can match its significance and (10) in the current
time. Marina ends up wondering if his son would be interested to further his studies in IT.

Practice B (L.S. 2.1.4) PL

You may use the words in brackets or your own ideas to complete the conversation below. Then, role-play the dialogue.

Further practice: (Listening Part 4)

Student A: Hi, . Have you heard about the new ice-skating rink?
Student B: Hi, . No, I haven’t. I don’t even know how to skate. (to ask a question: know – skate)
?
Student A: (to respond to question: not very good)
. I can teach you some basic skills. Shall we go?
Student B: (to respond to question: like to – not sure) .
Student A: Why? You used to rollerblade a lot. (to ask question: worried about)
?
Student B: (to agree and confirm: like rollerblading)
.

L.S. 1.1.2 Understand independently specific information and details in extended texts on a wide range of familiar topics
Answer
L.S. 2.1.4 Explain and justify own point of view

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 Lesson 10: Speaking Having discussions with a friend about a social issue among teenagers. Real-Life Adaptation

Practice A (L.S. 2.1.3, 4.1.5) SPM-Oriented Part 3: Discussion Textbook: page 17 PL

Complete the conversation below. Then, role-play the dialogue.

connect
with anyone
raise
cyberbullying awareness
Common Pronunciation Mistake
Advantages Word: doubt
and
Disadvantages of Phonetics: daʊt
Social Media
Unit 1

Say: dawt
affect get latest
health updates Don’t say: dawbt

(Unit 5: page 73) (Unit 6: page 82) (Unit 6: page 88) (Unit 7: page 98) (Unit 7: page 105) (Unit 8: page 113) (Unit 8: page 120)
Explanation: The letter “b” is not a
waste of stressed letter, so you
don’t have to pronounce

(Unit 2: page 23 Guided 1) (Unit 3: page 39 Guided 1) (Unit 3: page 44) (Unit 4: page 53 Guided 1) (Unit 4: page 58)
time
it.

Teacher I’d like you to talk about something together for about three minutes. First, you have some time to
look at the task given above. (Allow candidates 20 seconds to prepare.)
Now, talk to each other about the advantages and disadvantages of using social media.
Candidate A

Candidate B

Candidate A

Candidate B

Candidate A

Further practice: (Speaking Part 3)

Candidate B

Candidate A

Candidate B
Answer 1-2 minutes (back-up prompts to be used if necessary)
Teacher What do you think (candidate name)? How about you (candidate name)? What about this
(pointing to option)? Do you agree (candidate name)?

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 Lesson 11: Writing AN EMAIL I would use an email when I am writing to my family or friends. Real-Life Adaptation
(UNDERSTANDING is IMPORTANT)
Technique

Practice A (L.S. 4.2.4, 3.1.5) SPM-Oriented Part 1: Short Communicative Message Textbook: page 18 PL
Focus Process not Answers

You may use the example given below to help you complete the pre-writing.

Pre-Writing

1 Greeting
How should you greet your friend?
Example: Dear Anne,

2 Opening
(a) What are some ways to start off your email to ask about your friend?

Unit 1
Example: How have you been? I hope everything is fine.

(b) What are some ways to start your email to ask about vacation?
Example: I hope you had a great trip.

(c) What are some ways to start your email to express congratulations? Your friend just scored 6As in the
exam.
Example: What an achievement! Congratulations!

3 Body
(a) Why are you writing this email? Your cousin asked you about your new hobby.
Example: I’m afraid I haven’t figured out what’s my new hobby yet.

(b) How to accept an offer/decline a suggestion? Your friend invited you to join the school book club.
Example: Joining a book club sounds interesting.

(c) How do you justify your rejection/acceptance of your friend’s offer? Your friend invited you to join the
school book club.
Example: I used to enjoy reading. So, I think joining a book club is a great way to kickstart the habit again.

4 Closing
How do you respond in the closing paragraph?
Example: Hope to hear from you soon.

5 Signing off & Name

Example: Your friend,
Kumar

Answer

L.S. 4.2.4 Use formal and informal registers appropriate to the target audience in most familiar situations
L.S. 3.1.5 Recognise with little or no support the attitude or opinion of the writer in extended texts on a wide range of familiar topic

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 Lesson 12: Writing AN EMAIL I would use an email when I am writing to my family or friends. Real-Life Adaptation

Practice A SPM-Oriented Part 1: Short Communicative Message PL

You received an email from your friend, Kavitha who is asking for some advice.

Hi,
How was your exam? Anyway, I’m writing to ask you for advice on how to make new friends.
I just moved to a small town last week and I don’t have much things to do here. I really need
your advice on the type of activities that can help me make new friends. You have moved
several times too, so I believe you are the best person to ask.
Don’t forget to write soon.

Now write an email to your friend in about 80 words.

Unit 1

You may use the guide and keywords given below or your own ideas to complete the essay outline below. Then, use
the answer to write your email.

Greeting Greet the person you’re writing to.

Opening Start with polite phrases.

Body Why are you writing this email?

(Unit 3: page 46) (Unit 6: page 84)

How to justify your reason?

Further practice: (Email)

What are the possible outcomes/benefits?

Closing What is your hope?

Signing Off &

Name

Useful phrases to write email

How are you?
Asking
I hope you and your family are well.
I’m writing to apologise for
Opening Apologies
I’m really sorry that I have forgotten
Good news I’m really glad / very happy to hear / to read about
Bad news I’m extremely sorry / very sad to hear / to read about
Anyway, the reason I’m writing
Body Move the topic on Anyway, I wonder
Answer By the way, have you heard about
Hope to hear from you soon.
Closing Ending Looking forward to hear from you again.
Drop me a line if you have time!

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 Lesson 13: Literature in Action
Video
Practice A (L.S. 5.1.1) PL

Based on the poem, ‘The Living Photograph’, complete the chart below with the correct answers.
The Living
How do you feel after
Stanza in the poem Poet’s intended effect Photograph
reading this stanza?
My small grandmother is tall there, 1 Nostalgic
straight-back, white broderie anglaise shirt,
pleated skirt, flat shoes, grey bun,
a kind, old smile round her eyes.
Her big hand holds mine,
white hand in black hand.

Unit 1
Her sharp blue eyes look her own death in the eye.
It was true after all; that look. 2 Sad
My tall grandmother became small.
Her back round and hunched.
Her soup forgot to boil.
She went to the awful place grandmothers go.
Somewhere unknown, unthinkable.

But there she is still, 3 Glad

in the photo with me at three,
the crinkled smile is still living, breathing.

4 Physical appearance: 5 Personality:

(a) (a)
(b) (b)
(c) (c)
(d) (d)
(e)

6 The persona
Age:

Enjoys a relationship with her grandmother, even though

they are not from the same .

7 How do you show kindness to old people?

Answer
We can show kindness to old people by .

L.S. 5.1.1 Explain briefly the feelings and opinions a text provokes in them

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