PART 2

1. You must answer this question. Write your answer in 125 - 150 words in an
appropriate style.

Your class has been discussing about things you are going to do after SPM and
your teacher has asked you to write an essay about your plans after the
examinations.

In your essay, you should write about:

• three things you want to do after the SPM examinations
• why you want to do them
• for how long you plan to do them
Write your essay using all the notes and giving reasons for your point of view.

SAMPLE ANSWER

There are many possibilities for me to explore after the SPM examination.
However, here are the three things that I wish to do.

Firstly, I plan to work for a year. I will choose the area that I am interested in
so that I get a glimpse of what it is like if I were to make it my future career. This
would also help me decide on the course that I want to study later.

The second thing is to render my services to the homeless community from

time to time. As I like cooking, I would like to volunteer in soup kitchens. This is my
way to give back to the community.

The third thing in my plan is to give my family a big seafood feast after
receiving my rst salary. This is a way to show my appreciation to them.

I hope I manage to realise these plans.

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 2. You must answer this question. Write your answer in 125 - 150 words in an
appropriate style.

Your class has been discussing about taking part in co-curricular activities and
your teacher has asked you to write an essay about students’ involvement in
co-curricular activities.

In your essay, you should write about:

• what co-curricular activities are available in school
• the bene ts of co-curricular activities
• the disadvantages of co-curricular activities
Write your essay using all the notes and giving reasons for your point of view.

SAMPLE ANSWER

Students are often encouraged to join co-curricular activities in order to

enhance the school experience. Nowadays there are many types of activities
o ered including sports and games such as basketball and taekwando, uniformed
units such as Scouts and School Cadets, and clubs and societies such as the
Photography Club and the Korean Society.

The main bene t of participating in co-curricular activities is students get to

learn new skills, for instance photography or language skills, which are di cult to
acquire through classroom learning. Students also get to interact with people with
similar interests which will widen their social circle.

However, a major disadvantage is students may nd it tiring to keep up with

both their studies and co-curricular activities. Some students may also become
too focused on these activities, making them less motivated to study.

In conclusion, co-curricular activities are indeed bene cial, but students

have to learn to manage their time well.
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 3. You must answer this question. Write your answer in 125 - 150 words in an
appropriate style.

Your class has been discussing about how to be wise consumers and your teacher
has asked
you to write an essay about ways to become a wise consumer.

In your essay, you should write about:

• what being a wise consumer means
• how to become a wise consumer
• why it is important to be a wise consumer
Write your essay using all the notes and giving reasons for your point of view.

SAMPLE ANSWER

Being a wise consumer is important in today's economy. A wise consumer is

a person who always spends wisely. He or she makes sure to plan their spending,
ensure an item is necessary and worth buying, and rarely shops impulsively.

In order to spend wisely, it is advisable to compare prices from at least three

shops, with the aim to obtain the best deal. Besides, it is always wise to shop
during sales to help us save money. However, we must be careful not to fall into
the trap of casual buying so prepare a shopping list and be sure to stick to it.

Being a wise consumer will enable us to avoid wastage, be knowledgeable

about nance, maximise our earnings and avoid nancial problems later.

With the steps above, it is hoped that we can all be wise consumers who
always spend within our means.
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4. You must answer this question. Write your answer in 125 - 150 words in an
appropriate style.

Your class has been planning to organise a health campaign and your teacher has
asked you to write an essay about the planning of the campaign.

In your essay, you should write about:

• where and when the campaign will be held
• what events/activities to prepare
• what preparation is needed
Write your essay using all the notes and giving reasons for your point of view.

In conjunction with World Health Day, our class would like to organise a
health campaign in our school. The purpose of the campaign is to raise awareness
of students on the importance of physical as well as mental health.

For this two-day campaign, we plan to organise talks on stress management

and living a healthy lifestyle. A panel of experts will be invited for the talks.
Besides, we plan to include free health screening such as BMI test, blood
screening and eye test. The highlight of the campaign is a Zumba session with a
popular instructor for the whole school.

In terms of preparation, we will rst ask for permission toorganise the

campaign as well as to use the venue from the school. Then we will formally invite
the panellists and guests. After that, we will promote the event in the school.

We hope the campaign will be a success.

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 5. You must answer this question. Write your answer in 125 - 150 words in an
appropriate style.

Your class has been discussing the importance of taking up hobbies and your
teacher has asked you to write an essay about the bene ts of taking up hobbies.

In your essay, you should write about:

• the types of hobbies that are good for students
• why everyone needs a hobby
• the bene ts of having a hobby
Write your essay using all the notes and giving reasons for your point of view.

SAMPLE ANSWER

It is important for all students to have a suitable hobby to enrich their lives.
Some of the activities they may take up include playing a sport, reading,
volunteering, or creative endeavours such as painting, writing or music.

Having a hobby will help students lead a well-balanced life. Instead of just
focusing on school and their studies, practising a hobby will allow students to
occupy their leisure time wisely. Some students even nd their passion in life
through hobbies.

There are many bene ts of taking up a hobby. Firstly, it is a stress-reliever

where students can get away from the pressures of studying and just have fun.
Students can also make friends through hobbies. They might get to know people
from all walks of life and develop social skills. Finally, students can learn and
develop new skills through their hobbies, which in turn builds self-esteem.

Thus, looking at all the bene ts of hobbies it is clear that you can't a ord not
to have one.
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6. You must answer this question. Write your answer in 125 - 150 words in an
appropriate style.

You and your classmates are discussing about the Teachers Day celebration in
your school and your teacher has asked you to write an essay about the event.

In your essay, you should write about:

• when and where the event was held
• the activities carried out
• reasons why we celebrate Teachers' Day
Write your essay using all the notes and giving reasons for your point of view

SAMPLE ANSWER

Our school celebrated Teacher's Day on Friday, 28 May 2021. All teachers
and students assembled at the school hall at 8.30 am. The principal gave an
opening speech, followed by an appreciation speech by the Head Prefect.

After that, the special concert began. The teacher choir opened the concert
with two songs. The teachers sang very well and all students clapped
enthusiastically. Then we wer entertained by a sketch performed by the
Prefectorial Boar. Everyone laughed as the prefects acted as our teachers teaching
in class. The nal performance was an impromptu dance where students and
teachers danced together. We had a great time and each class monitor took turns
to present owers and a token of appreciation to the teachers on stage.

Teachers' Day is an important annual event in school for students to show

their appreciation and love to our teachers. It is a wonderful tradition that should
be continued.
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7. You must answer this question. Write your answer in 125 - 150 words in an
appropriate style.

You and your classmates have been discussing about holiday destinations and
your teacher has asked you to write an essay about a holiday destination that you
would like to go to.

In your essay, you should write about:

• your dream destination
• reasons for your choice
• how long you plan to stay there
Write your essay using all the notes and giving reasons for your point of view.

SAMPLE ANSWER

The holidays are coming and I would like to go for a trip with my family. My
dream destination would be Sabah.

One of the main reasons I would like to visit Sabah is because it is home to
Mount Kinabalu. I really would like to see it at least once in my lifetime. It will take
two days to hike up the mountain and along the way my family and I will be able to
enjoy seeing the ora and fauna. We could also spend a few days at any of the
islands at Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park. We could go snorkelling, diving and
ziplining. The Kota Kinabalu town has its own attractions. We could visit the Gaya
Street morning market. I heard that we could get all sorts of things there such as
batik sarongs, footwear, fruits and owers, local snack, cakes and others.

My family and I could stay in Sabah for a week. I'm sure we would have a
wonderful time there.
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8. You must answer this question. Write your answer in 125 - 150 words in an
appropriate style.

You and your friends have been discussing about the popularity of online games
and your teacher has asked you to write an essay on the e ects of online games
among teenagers.

In your essay, you should write about:

• types of online games
• advantages of playing online games
• disadvantages of playing online games
Write your essay using all the notes and giving reasons for your point of view.

SAMPLE ANSWER

Online games are de nitely entertaining. There are many types of online
games that cater to di erent interests such as role-playing games, multiple player
games, strategy games and so much more.

One advantage of playing online games is that it increases our focus and
attention. This is especially true when we play action games because we need to
achieve certain objectives to progress to the next level. Besides, it also enhances
our multitasking skills and our cognitive and creative skills because we need to
overcome many obstacles.

However, one of the biggest concerns when playing online games is the time
wasted. When we are engrossed in a game, the desire to win will make us play
until the wee hours of the morning. Furthermore, playing online games excessively
tend to make us physically inactive and it also reduces our social skills in real life.

Therefore, we must be careful not to play computer games excessively.

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PART 3 (ARTICLE)

1. Write your answer in 200 - 250 words in an appropriate style on this

question paper.

You see this notice on the board outside the school canteen.

Articles wanted!
Stop Smoking!

•How does smoking a ect the lungs?

•How does smoking a ect the heart?
•How does smoking a ect our general health?

Write us an article addressing these issues.

The best article will be displayed on the school's bulletin board.

Write your article.

SAMPLE ANSWER

STOP SMOKING
written by : Kim Rid Wan

Smoking is prevalent among teenagers nowadays. Apart from the

conventional cigarettes, young people today are also attracted to e-cigarettes, or
more commonly known as vaping. Both of these bring harmful e ects to our
health. Therefore, we should quit smoking and vaping altogether.

Firstly, both smoking and vaping cause lung damage. Smoking reduces lung
function and lung growth. It causes shortness of breath, coughing, wheezing and
increased phlegm. Studies have found that even e-cigarettes claiming to be
nicotine-free contain trace amounts of nicotine besides other toxic chemicals and
metals such as nickel and lead. All these increase the risks of lung cancer greatly.

Secondly, it is proven that smoking causes early heart disease. The nicotine
in smoke reduces the amount of oxygen our heart gets, and thus raises our blood
pressure and heart rate. This results in a higher chance of blood clot to occur.
These problems can lead to strokes or heart attacks and eventually increase the
risk of early death.

Lastly, smoking causes our general health to deteriorate. Smokers tend to

develop stained teeth, weak gum and bad breath over a period of time. In the long
run, they are even prone to develop mouth cancer. Furthermore, smokers will also
have dry and wrinkled skin or worse, skin problems like psoriasis.
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 To conclude, smokers should quit smoking and vaping because it brings
damaging impacts on our lungs, heart and general health. It is not worth risking
our life for it!
2. Write your answer in 200 - 250 words in an appropriate style on this
question paper.

You see a notice on the board outside the Prefect's Room.

Send us your articles!

Handling Cyberbullies

• What is cyberbullying?
• How can students protect themselves from cyberbullies?
• What can parents do to support their children?
Write an article answering these questions.
The best article will win a mystery prize.

Write your article.

SAMPLE ANSWER
HANDLING CYBERBULLIES
by: Kim Rid One

These days, anyone who is active online would be exposed to cyberbullying.

Cyberbullying is a type of bullying that occurs in digital devices such as in

social media, forums, texts and gaming platforms. It includes sending, posting, or
sharing negative, harmful or false information about someone else, causing
embarrassment and humiliation. Some cyberbullies are even involved in more
serious criminal acts.

Students can protect themselves from cyberbullies by not responding to

them. To respond would often make the situation worse and encourage the
cyberbullies to attack you even more. Keep the evidence by taking a screenshot
and then block the bullies or delete them from your friend list. For fake pro les on
social media, students can make a report to the respective social media platforms.
In more serious cases, do not hesitate to report to the police.

Parents can support their children by rst monitoring their children's use of
social media, and interfering when they recognise warning signs of cyberbullying.
They can also provide emotional support by listening to their children's fears, and
reassuring and advising them to ignore the bullies. Parents need to o er comfort
and convince their children that they are not alone in facing the cyberbullies. They
must also make it clear to their children that they are always ready to listen.

Students need to be educated on how to handle cyberbullies e ectively.

This would deter cyberbullies from seeking more victims and make the internet a
safer place for everyone.
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 PART 3 (REVIEW)

1. Write your answer in 200 - 250 words in an appropriate style on this

question paper.

You recently saw this notice on the bulletin board of a bookstore.

Reviews wanted!
Have you read any interesting books lately? Email us your book review.
Tell us what you like about the book.

Would you recommend the book to your friends? Why?

The best review will be published in our newsletter.

Write your review.

A Book Review: The Blind Spot

I have recently read a very motivating and inspiring book entitled 'The Blind
Spot'. It is a book by Jessica Teh based on her year-long interviews with Judy
Morten, the Paralympic athlete for judo in ve consecutive Games.

The rst half of the book is about Judy's childhood and how she was
a icted with the rare illness that a ected the functions of her eyes and ears when
she was just four years old. The story outlines the frustration Judy experienced as
a child, unable to communicate with anybody. However, her life changed with the
arrival of her new teacher cum nanny, Ms Alissa. Ms Alissa introduced lots of
sports to Judy despite her physical inabilities.

I especially enjoyed reading the second part of the book where Judy is rst
introduced to judo. She met her school sports instructor Mr Tanaka when she was
seven years old and has been training under him ever since. I found those sections
that illustrate Judy's struggles and hard work poignant and touching. The language
use is simple yet the descriptions of every moment of Judy's life is vivid and
captivating. I could not help but to keep turning the pages to nd out more on how
Judy overcame all her challenges. I admire Judy for her d e t e r m i n a t i o n a n d
diligence.

Overall, The Blind Spot' is a good book that is suitable for all ages. The story
is very touching and motivating. It shows the triumph of the human spirit in the
face of indomitable obstacles. It should be on your must-read list!
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 Part 3 - Review
2. Write your answer in 200 - 250 words in an appropriate style on this
question paper.

You recently saw this notice in a magazine.

Tell us what you think!

Have you visited any good cafes recently? Send us your review.
Tell us what you like about the cafe.
Would you recommend the cafe to your friends? Why?

The best review will be published in our magazine.

Write your review.

A Café Review: The Buddy Time

An interesting café that I have visited recently is The Buddy Time which is
located in Kuching. The owner, Brian Pailing rst opened the café in July 2019,
simply because he loved co ee. He had worked part-time for the past three years
in cafés before nally leaving his job of eight years to launch his own café.

The café is not big but it has a cosy and friendly atmosphere. I fell in love
with the interior of the café with its comforting pastel hues. It is the best place to
chit-chat and catch up with friends. The sta are also attentive and e cient in their
work even during peak hours. They are friendly and knowledgeable about their
house co ees too.

In terms of the co ee, the choices range from the usual café latte to the
stronger espresso. I particularly love their ice-blended mocha. The menu for food
is wide too, including Western and fusion dishes. The patrons' all-time favourite
that you must not miss are grilled chicken wings and Super-Duper cheese burger.

Lastly, their signature coconut cake is a must-try. The soft and u y cake is
layered with rich coconut cream in the middle. This is a truly unique piece that I
have never tasted in other cafes before.

Overall, The Buddy Time is a perfect place not just for co ee and food but
for get-togethers with family and friends. The prices are very a ordable and the
service is great. I would de nitely recommend it to my family and friends.
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3. Write your answer in 200 - 250 words in an appropriate style on this
question paper.

You recently saw a notice in front of the ABC Cinemas.

Reviews required!
Have you watched any good movies lately? Send us your movie review.
What did you like about the movie?
Would you recommend it to your friends? Why?

The best review will be awarded two free tickets to our latest movie, 'The Burning
Tower'

Write your review.

A Movie Review: The Prisoner of Zenda

The movie I recently watched and enjoyed immensely was 'The Prisoner of
Zenda'. It is a timeless story written by Anthony Hope Hawkins and adapted for
the big screen. Directed by Felicity Jones, it is an action-packed movie that will
keep you glued to your seat.

The movie is set in the 19th century in a ctional place. The protagonist in
this movie is Rudolf Rassendyll, a commoner who looks very much like King
Rudolf V, ruler of the country. King Rudolf is in danger because his evil step-
brother, Duke Michael, wants to kill him and proclaim himself the king. Rudolf then
has to pretend to be the king in order to save his life, as well as to preserve the
peace in the country.

I loved the cast of characters in the movie. However, Gordon Michael's

acting as Rudolf Rassendyll really stood out. He looked so handsome and he
carried his role as the courageous Rudolf with great ease. The action scenes were
also very exciting, especially the sword ght between Rudolf and Duke Michael.
Both were equally good swordsmen and the scene was highly tensed. I really liked
how realistic the ending was too.

I would recommend this movie as it has an interesting plot and it will satiate
your hunger for adventure. The two-hour movie will keep you highly entertained
and there is no dull moment in this movie where adventure and love strikes a
balance.
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PART 3 (STORY)

1. Write your answer in 200 - 250 words in an appropriate style on this

question paper.

Your teacher has asked you to write a story for your school magazine. The story
must have the title:

My First Experience
Your story should include:
• a description of the experience
• how it ended
Write your story.

MY FIRST EXPERIENCE

I was thrilled on the day I received my driving license as I would be driving

on my own for the rst time. My father had agreed to allow me to drive his brand-
new Mercedes. Two of my best friends wanted to tag along too.

As my father handed the car keys to me, he said rmly,

“I do not want to see a scratch on my car." I nodded and immediately took the key.

I felt excited once I had my hands on the wheel while my friends were
looking forward for the ride.

We drove along the main roads around town. We were engrossed in talking
and I did not notice that the pickup truck in front had slowed down. I only realised
when I heard a bang. I was shocked and got o the car. Upon looking at the
condition of my father’s car, I felt so devastated. I whispered to my friends,

"My father is going to be really mad.”

I was lucky that the driver decided not to lodge a police report as it was only
a minor accident. However, I was more worried about my father's reaction after
seeing the dent on his beloved car.

When I reached home, I immediately told my father what had happened.

Luckily, he was not as furious as I had expected. He was more concerned of my
safety. Nevertheless, I was reprimanded and was barred from driving his car until I
learned to be more responsible.
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2. Write your answer in 200 - 250 words in an appropriate style on this
question paper.

Your English teacher asked you to write a story for the English language bulletin.
The story must have the title:
I Should Have Listened

Your story should include:

• a description of the incident
• the lesson learned
Write your story.

I SHOULD HAVE LISTENED

Last Sunday evening, the playground was quite crowded as it was the
beginning of school holidays. Many children headed for the playground
accompanied by their mothers or maids. Each child was having a blast playing and
laughing.

There was a boy who was about eight years old climbing up the jungle gym.
He looked down and waved at his mother who was watching attentively while
feeling anxious for his safety.

"Be careful!" shouted the mother.

The mother kept reminding him not to climb up too high as he might fall
down. The boy ignored his mother and continued climbing the frame higher and
higher.

Suddenly, a loud thud could be heard. The boy had slipped and fell to the
ground. Everyone was shocked. His mother rushed to his side screaming his
name. Soon, a crowd of children and adults gathered around. The boy was crying
in agony as he was in pain. There was blood oozing from his wounded hands and
legs.

One of the parents immediately called the ambulance. Within minutes, the
ambulance arrived and the paramedics gave the boy some rst aid before he was
taken to the hospital. As the boy su ered from a broken leg, he was hospitalised.
Although his right leg was in a plaster cast, he still could feel the pain.

He regretted and felt remorse, “I should have listened to my mother for my own
safety.”
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 3. Write your answer in 200 - 250 words in an appropriate style on this
question paper.

Your class teacher has asked you to write a story for your school magazine. The
story must have the title:

Hard Work Pays O

Your story should include:

• a description of the hardship
• what the person gained from the experience
Write your story.

HARD WORK PAYS OFF

Saiful was very hard-working even though he was not a very bright student.
He lived with his widowed mother, two sisters and a brother. His father had passed
away ve years ago due to lung cancer. Since then, his mother became the
breadwinner of the family.

Being the eldest in the family, Saiful knew that it was his responsibility to
help out his mother in taking care of his younger siblings. Therefore, he only could
nd time to catch up with his studies at night. However, no matter how hard he
studied every night, he seldom scored very high marks.

Saiful was ambitious and determined to go to university. He took his STPM

examination and he had done his best. When the results were announced a few
months later, Saiful was surprised that his results were good enough for him to get
a place in university.

He applied to a local university and was accepted. While he was studying in

the university, he did odd jobs to help pay for his tuition and other expenses. He
was determined to succeed and help out his family.

In the end, Saiful managed to graduate and obtain his degree. He applied for
a job in the Immigration Department and soon, he was accepted to a post. All his
hard work and e ort had nally paid o . With a stable career, Saiful could now help
support his family.
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Story

Your teacher has asked you to write a story for an essay-writing competition. The
story must include:

• a childhood memory
• lesson learnt

Write your story in at least 200-250 words in an appropriate style.

A CHILDHOOD MEMORY

It was 2010 and I was this stocky ten-year-old girl in a family of seven. Being
an only girl with four older brothers, I was a bit of tomboy.

As a child, I used to follow the boys everywhere. We played all sorts of

games such as police and thief, skipping ropes and bicycle racing. However, our
favourite place was a river located in the rubber plantation just behind our police
barrack.

“Remember, this is our secret place. Don’t tell anyone,” Azmi reminded us many
times.

Thrice a week, while our parents were sleeping in the hot afternoons, we
would be swimming in the river till late. Fear was not in my vocabulary. This was
my routine until something dreadful happened one day.

One fateful afternoon while swimming, I slipped and fell into the deeper part
of the river. The boys panicked but managed to pull me up. My knees were
bleeding profusely and the boys were very frightened to take me home but it was
getting dark and the boys had no choice. Azmi and Zainal helped me all the way to
my house where my parents were waiting anxiously. After some stern warnings,
they hurriedly left my house.

I was grounded for a month and caned too. It was a pain to watch my
friends play outside but I learned my lesson not to cheat on my parents again. I
soon recovered although a deep gash remained on my left knee till today.