Practice 1

Question 16-25

Read the article below and use the information given to complete the following task.

Taman Negara

Taman Negara Taman Negara (National Pork) is situated on the borders of

Kelantan. Terengganu and Pahang in Peninsular Malaysia. A totally protected
area of 4 343 sq km, Taman Negara is one of the world's oldest tropical rain
forests. The divers', of its fauna and flora is a result of undisturbed evolution
over 130 million years.

Taman Negara is a particularly favourable destination for trekking, as the

pork's remarkable biodiversity is matched by a good network of jungle trails
and the availability of expert guides. The park is also noted for fishing,
especially along the upper reaches of the Tahan or Kenyom rivers, and for
rafting the rapids of Sungai, Tembeling.

Peninsular Malaysia's highest mountain, Gunung Tahan (2 187 meters), is

located in Taman Negara, and climbing the mountain is an unforgettable
experience Due to the scarcity of water along the route, the journey must be
done in two stages, and an experienced guide is compulsory. At least three
days are required for the journey to the summit and back.

On the southern edge is Kuala Tahan, the pork's headquarters, linked to the
outside world by river. A three-hour river trip is the only overland route; an
alternative is to take a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Taman Negara.
Based on the given description on Taman Negara, complete the mind map below.
A Personal Profile

ALL ABOUT ME

Claire Edwards

Hi! My name's Claire Edwards and I'm 14 years old. I'm from Cardiff in Wales. I live

with my mum and dad and my 12-year-old brother Sam, who's a big computer fan. My

best friends are Holly and Anita. I love music. I listen to music all the time and I play

the guitar in a band with some of my friends. We're called The Daisies and we play

rock and pop music. 1 write the songs, but I don't like singing because I'm shy! I'm

writing a new song at the moment. I also love going shopping because I'm really into

fashion. My favourite colour is green, so I've got lots of green clothes! I'm not very

sporty, but I sometimes go rollerblading in the park.

A.Read the profile above. Then answer the questions:

A. Why does Claire not like singing?

B. Love going shopping?

C. Have lots of green clothes?

B.Copy and complete the notes about Claire.

Nationality: ______________________________________________________

Friends: _________________________________________________________

Family members: _________________________________________________

Likes and dislikes: _________________________________________________

Writing focus
Because and so

 We use because when we give a reason for something.

Example: I also love going shopping because I’m really into fashion.

 We use so when we talk about the result of something.

Example: My favourite colour is green, so I’ve got lots of green clothes.

Read the writing focus again. Complete the sentences with because or so.

1. I’m an animal lover ____________________ I’ve got lots of pets.

2. I like dancing ____________________ it’s fun.
3. I’m into sports ____________________ I like riding my bike.
4. I don’t go to pop concerts ____________________ I’m too young.

Writing Task

Write a personal profile.

 Plan
Make notes like the ones in exercise B.
 Write
Write about your personal profile. Use the notes and the profile in exercise A to help you.
 Check
Check your writing

 Present Simple
 Present Continuous
 because and so

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