MUET Set 2

Task 1

From: Euniceeunicewong2004@yahoo.com
Subject: Some advice

Hi!
I am delighted to hear from you! Congratulation as your
teacher has chosen you. Yes, of course, I will help you and
give some advice to you. Confidence is essential, hence you
should speak firmly and give the appropriate body gesture.

Since you need to talk about how Malaysia is a multicultural

country that enjoys peace and harmony, I would suggest you
talk about the unique ethics, and cultural backgrounds of
different races. Also, you can explain how the practices of
mutual reciprocal and helping each other can help to form a
harmonious community.
Yes, I would suggest you wear a national costume as it had its
own significance. Besides, it can boost your patriotic spirit as
you will be proud to become a Malaysian.
Don’t worry about your performance, there are some way you
can do to reduce your anxiety. You can take a big breath to
relax your body muscles and mind before you go for your
turn, it is the secret why I can have big courage when I in
stage.
Take care, Aziz. Write again soon.

Eunice
SAMPLE ANSWER
From:Albert
Subject: Congratulations!

Hi!
I’m so proud of you for being chosen to give a speech at your
school. It’svry normal to face anxiety when you give a speech
so yes, of course I”d be delighted to give you some tips.
To organize your speech well, focus on key points. For each
main idea, use clear cohesive devices like ‘First and
foremost’, ‘Next’ and ‘ Last but not least’ to mark the
transition from one point to other. It will be easier for listeners
to follow your train of thought this way.
Yes, that’s a brilliant idea! Dressing up in traditional wear will
surely peak the audience’s interest and gain you merit marks.
It will also sustain their interest to listen to your whole speech
insteadof losing focus midway.
I believe that the best way to deal with anxiety attcks is to
practice calming breathing techniques. Additionally, there’s a
Japanese technique where you put pressure on each of your
fingers and your palm. Another way is to count backwards
from 10 to 1 slowly. Ultimately, practice makes perfect so if
you’re well prepared, you will surely ace it!
Let me know how it went! Bye for now!
Albert

‘The only difference between a winner and a loser is

discipline’
Everyone has set their own goals in their life. Many people
pursue for success in every prospect whatever are education,
work, reputation, wealth and so forth. From my point of view,
I totally agree the only difference between a winner and a
loser is discipline. This is because a disciplined person can