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2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 Informal letter article speech Formal letter Report to the Principal An informal letter to a friend An informal letter to a friend A talk on a reference book An article Report on lack of interest in sports Informal letter Speech

chance for better education or worse, you are going to have a big problem studying at university. The second reason why you have to study English well is that it will help you to get a job. When you go for a job interview, the interviewer will surely talk to you in English. The first impression you should give in order to success and have the job is, to respond in English fluently. Your chances of getting the job are very slim if you stutter while interviewing. A good command in of English will also help you greatly in your job. If the company you work is actively involved in international trade, you have to speak to prospective customers in English. Miscommunication might occur if your English is bad. And this will put your company at risk and you will likely be dismissed if this happen. Good English will also help you a lot when you travel. Every country in the world studies English. Even the roadside stallholders in China speak fairly good English! At least some of the people you meet on your travels in other countries can understand English. The language is certainly practical when you are lost in your trip. Communication problem will not happen if you can converse well in English. Inevitably, English is one of the languages used in any airport in the world in making announcement. Knowing English well, therefore, make travelling overseas easier. Besides all these, entertainment is one of the major advantages you will experience if you good in English. You will enjoy televisions best programmes. We must admit that many of the best programmes are produced by the Americans and British companies. High self confidence influenced by the programmes will indirect inculcate in yourself when you are fluent in the language. Quality time is worthily spent if you understand and enjoy the programmes. Based from all the above elaboration, I hope that students will see the importance and realise how importance the language is for their own future. Although it is a second language in our country, it is now a main language all over the world.

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SAMPLE: ARTICLE FOR SCHOOL MAGAZINE In spite of governments clear call to students to study English well, many students still show very little interest in studying the language. As Chairperson of the English Language Society, you are going to try to persuade the students to study the language by writing an article in the school newsletter. In the article you have to tell the students the importance of studying the language. Your article is given in the point form below:

INFORMAL LETTER
(Your Name & Address) Ginny Han 5, Jalan Tun Perak 50050 Kuala Lumpur. (Date) 10 OCTOBER 2010. (Salutation) Dear Sam, (Introduction) How are you? I hope you are in the pink of health. I was thrilled when I got your letter. I read your letter eagerly .To be honest (Body 1) - One main point - Two / Three supporting details (Body 2) - One main point - Two / Three supporting details (Body 3) - One main point - Two / Three supporting details (Closing) I hope Bye and have fun. Yours sincerely, (Your Signature)

will help you to further your studies will help you to get a job will help you in your job will help you in your travels will help you to enjoy many interesting programmes in television will help you to appreciate many of the worlds most beautiful literary works The Importance of Studying English

It is a big concerned for teenagers nowadays as they are unaware of the importance of English language as they tend to ignore to learn the language. Students attitude towards the language is also crucial to make sure that these teenagers can face the future world better by learning English language as it is an international language. Although the government has repeatedly told us of the importance of English, many students are still not bothered about studying it seriously. There is also a campaign that still on to make all the Malaysian becomes a better English learner, which is Enhance Proficiency in Bahasa Malaysia, Strengthen the English. English is the most important and the most useful language in the world today. There are many reasons why you should study the language properly. First and foremost, English will definitely help you a lot when you want to further studies. Almost all books at university are written in English in all subjects. Plus, it is a compulsory for any candidate to pass English with credit before entering any universities. So, if you are poor in English, you will blow you

FORMAL LETTER (Your Address) The Class Monitor, Form 5 Amanah, SMK Kayu Ara Pasong, 82010 Pontian, Johore. (Recepient Address) Encik Juhair bin Jumaat, The Principal, SMK Kayu Ara Pasong, 82010 Pontian, Johore. (Salutation) Dear Sir, (Title of the letter) Unsatisfactory School Canteen With reference to the above matter / With regards to the above subject / On behalf of the students 2. First and foremost, I would like to address the . 3. Apart from that, I also 4. Another concern that I would like to highlighted .. 5. Thus, we would like to suggest that .. We would like to appeal to your sense of fairness and hope prompt action will be taken regarding these matters. Yours faithfully, (Your Signature and Name) (NORLISSA BT DUSUKI) (Your Designation)

horrified experience as he never expected the two men would attack his wife and him. He thought that they were lost and needed help. He also mentioned that the guard who in charge nowadays easily allowed the strangers to enter their residents. State CID Chief Supt Harun Din advised him and the people to be more careful in giving help to strangers. The guard also must be stricter in letting people from entering any residents without proper permission. He added that the suspects, aged between 25 and 30, were believed to be illegal immigrants. He said there had been similar incident last week when two men approached a factory worker who was on her way home after work. The duo then relieved her gold chain and cash. He advised the residents to be alert and reports to police any suspicious-looking characters lurking in their area.

(Date) 11 OCTOBER 2009

SAMPLE: NEWSPAPER ARTICLE There has been an attempted robbery in your area. As a newspaper reporter, you have been assigned to write a report of the incident for publication in a local newspaper. Using the notes below, write out your report.

REPORT (Your Receiver) To: The Principal of Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Bahagia (Your Title) A report on the Lack of Interest in Sports among the Students of Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Bahagia (Introduction) I had recently conducted a survey / I had recently received an email and conducted a study that (Body 1) - One main point - Two / Three supporting details (Body 2) - One main point - Two / Three supporting details (Body 3) - One main point - Two / Three supporting details

couple taking a walk two men approached them ordered couple to give jewellery a struggle husband injured one neighbour taking a dog for a walk heard shouts went to investigate robbers saw dog fled couple made police report

Couple Foils Robbery Attempt PULAU PINANG, Thu An elderly businessman and his wife foiled a robbery attempt by two men armed with a screwdriver and a knife. The victims were reported safe from any bad injury. Tan Ah Wok, 60 and his wife were taking a morning walk near their home in Helen Heights yesterday when two men on a motorcycle stopped them under the pretext of asking for directions. As Mr. Tan was giving directions, one of the robbers pointed a knife at him and ordered them to keep quiet. He then relieved Mrs. Tan of her jewellery and instructed Mr. Tan to hand over his ring and watch. When he refused, a struggle ensued. Meanwhile, his accomplice grabbed a helmet and hit Mr. Tan on the head with it. On seeing this, his wife started screaming. One of their neighbours, R. Subramaniam, who was taking his dog for a walk, heard the screams and when to investigate. On seeing Subramaniam and his dog, the robbers fled. I was taking my dog for a walk when I heard someone shouting for help. Knowing that something was wrong, I ran there as fast as I could. Before I reached the scene, the robbers fled on a motorbike. They were probably afraid of my Rottweiler. Mr. Tan, who suffered a small cut on his head, was given outpatient treatment at a private clinic. He said that it was a

WRITE THE REPORT IN PAST TENSE

(Closing) I would like to suggest, I am honored to outlined few suggestions in order to Reported by, (Your Name/Signature/Designation)

ARTICLES (Title of the Article) The Importance of Breakfast (Introduction) (Body 1) - One main point - Two / Three supporting details (Body 2) - One main point - Two / Three supporting details (Body 3) - One main point - Two / Three supporting details (Closing) Finally / In a nutshell Speech (Introduction) A very good morning to ... (Body 1) - One main point - Two / Three supporting details (Body 2) - One main point - Two / Three supporting details (Body 3) - One main point - Two / Three supporting details (Closing) Dear teacher / students

author then goes on to say how her life changed with the arrival of her new-employed teacher and nanny, Anne Mansfield Sullivan. The second part of the book relates how Helen Keller studied the deaf and dumb language and learnt how to write using Braille and then went to college and graduated. The story goes on to say how she spent the rest of her life helping the deaf and dumb all over the world. I enjoyed reading every page of the book. I found some sections of the book, especially those that deal with the early part of her life, poignant and touching. It made me realize how difficult life must be for the handicapped. It also made me realize how fortunate I was. It has made me more sympathetic towards the plight of those who are less fortunate than I am, especially the handicapped who has given up hope in the face of misfortune, and the severely handicapped who have lost the will to live. The story is very touching and informative. It arouses the feelings of the readers. I admire Helen Keller for her determination and diligence. I appreciate the painstaking efforts taken by the teacher. The book has a good moral lesson for all. It shows the triumph of the human spirit in the face of indomitable obstacles. It makes us wonder whether Helen Keller was just another victim of fate or whether her birth has a special significance. Was Helen Keller fortunate or unfortunate? Helen Keller was unfortunate to have suffered the cruel twist of fate but the world is fortunate to have had a person like her. Her life shining example to prove the adage, where there is a will, there is a way.

As it happened, I ran into my house which is close by. I called the nearest police station and in ten minutes, a police car drove up. I told the police officer I had witnessed the accident and offered to come out to the station to give a statement. The cars were towed to the side of the road first, and then were brought to the police station before to workshop. Pictures were taken for insurance claim. In my opinion, the driver of the Honda City is to blame for the accident. She was driving too fast and did not pay any attention to vehicles coming out from the side road. The driver of the Toyota Vios should have stopped at the junction. Julia Selamat

SAMPLE:INFORMAL LETTER Your friend in Singapore has written to you to inform you that his cousin in Penang was down with dengue fever. He would like to know the situation in Malaysia as he plans to bring his family over for the holidays in June. Write a letter to brief him about the current situation. In your letter, include the following:

express concern over the health of your friends cousin news about the situation steps taken authorities present situation

Do remember to:

SAMPLE: BOOK REPORT As a class project, you have been asked to write a book report. You decide to write a report of a book you have just read. Use the following notes in your report: author title setting synopsis main characters themes response The Story of My Life is an autobiography written by Helen Keller. It tells us how Helen Keller, who was deaf, blind and mute, defied the odds to become one of the most celebrated personalities in the world. The story was set in Alabama in 1997. In the first half of the book, Helen Keller writes about how she was afflicted with scarlet fever while she was still a baby and how illness left her deaf, blind and mute. The story outlines the frustration Helen Keller experienced as a child alone in a dark and silent world unable to communicate with anybody. The

use the informal letter format use all the points given expand each of the points given write in paragraph No. 34, Street of Fame, Taman Bukit Bintang, Bukit Bintang, 67500 Ipoh, Perak 14 JANUARY 2011

Dear John, How are you? Im sorry to hear that your cousin had dengue fever. This problem seems to have become very serious all of sudden. We always feel that the problem is not our concern until someone close to us is affected. My neighbours daughter who was in Standard 6 last year could not sit for UPSR examination because she was down with dengue fever on the eve of the exam. Fortunately, the authorities

gave her an exemption so she is now in Form One. There were also a few students taking the examination in the hospital. According to the news, students made up nearly 30 per cent of the 1 500 suspected cases over the first three weeks of the year. About 53 per cent of 621 confirmed cases last year comprised children and youth under the age of 24. These statistics are quite worrying. This has prompted the health ministry to increase checks on aedes breeding grounds in school and public areas. The construction sites are largely to blamed. The problem is made worse by the rainy season. The stagnating water attract the mosquitoes to lay egg and breeding on the areas. The authorities have taken various steps to control the situation. Fogging has been carried out in many public areas and most of the housing estates. Contractors at the construction sites have been instructed to take appropriate actions and warned to clean up. They could be fined up to RM 3 000 for breeding aedes mosquitoes. Lot of campaigns through the television, radio and newspapers were taken to make people aware of the issue and take precaution rather than cure them. Before the long holidays for the Chinese New Year, schools all over Malaysia carried out a clean-up campaign of the school compound. The residents association in my housing are also organised a family day clean-up of the housing estate. There were huge piles of rubbish especially old tyres and containers littered by the hawkers near the might market site. The situation in Malaysia has improved since the end of January. There have been no reports of new cases of dengue. So, dont worry. You can bring your family for a holiday here in June. Im looking forward to seeing them again. Send my regard to your mom and dad. Do take care. Yours sincerely, Harun Din

SAMPLE: POLICE REPORT You witnessed an accident. The police officer has asked you to make a report. Use the points given below: when the event happened where the event took place how it happened description of the vehicles step taken To: Sergeant Razali Kamrin From: Julia Selamat Date: 7th September 2011 Report of the accident on Jalan 2/14 On 7th September 2011 at 10.30 a.m., I was walking alone Jalan 2/14 which is next to the childrens playground. As I was about to cross the road to enter the park, I saw a car driving swiftly down Jalan 4/14. It was a Honda Civic with the number plate BEH 9110. Another car, a Toyota Vios 1.5 with plate number WHM 4657 came out of Jalan 4/14 as well. The Honda Civic was driving too fast that make it did not have time to avoid collision. The accident caused a loud crash. The Honda Civic hit the Toyota Vios on the drivers door. The door could not be opened and the driver had to get out from the passengers door. The driver of the Toyota Vios was lucky as he survived with no physical injuries. Both air bags popped up when they collided to each other. They both were fortunate as their car was not badly damaged and dented. The Toyota Vioss windscreen was shattered to pieces. The Honda Civics headlight and signal light were smashed. There was plenty of glass on the road. The two drivers startled to argue. The driver of the Honda City was a woman. They blamed each other and the argument stopped when her mobile phone rang. Most of the passerby slowed down their vehicle to watch the accident. Some pedestrian came by and offered help.

The food sold at the canteen not only expensive but lacks of variety. The menu is the same every day. For the past five years, ever since the present canteen management took over, students go back to the same food. The hygiene and preparation of food leave a lot to be desired. The food and drinks are not covered. They way canteen attendants dress speak volume about hygiene. With their lackadaisical attitude, the food they sell would one way or the other become contaminated. My fourth complaint about the canteen pertains to the etiquette of the canteen workers. They are rude and arrogant. They often shout at students. The students are always on the receiving end of their bad moods. We hope that conditions at the canteen will improve. The canteen should provide better amenities. There should also be a different menu everyday so that students will not have to taste the same food day in and day out. Cleanliness should be given top priority. We hope that you will look into our complaints and take steps to remedy the situation. The students are prepared to boycott the canteen if their complaints go unheeded. Reported by: Malik Malik bin. Mohd Jalil

SAMPLE: FORMAL LETTER You came across the advertisement for the post Accounts Assistant Clerk. Write a letter of application together with curriculum vitae to the manager. In your letter, include the following: your curriculum vitae the reasons for your interest in the job your ability to work independently pursuing a degree in Accountancy Do remember to: use the formal letter use all the points given elaborate each points given Chong Mei Lin, 40, Jalan Templer, Taman Hati Bersih, 76 000 Seremban, Negeri Sembilan ___________________________________________________ The Manager, Lim and Sons Manufacturing Sdn. Bhd., Lot 123, Interstate Industrial Area, 76 001 Nilai, Negeri Sembilan Dear Sir / Madam, Application for the Post of Accounts Assistant I wish to apply for the post of Accounts Assistant as advertised in The New Strait Times dated 15th July 2011. 2. I have the necessary qualifications as stated in my curriculum vitae which is attached to this letter. I have experience working in both food manufacturing and also auto manufacturing

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fields. I am currently working in Lazat Ice Cream Sdn. Bhd. in capacity of an Accounts Assistant and have been here since January 2008. Before this, I was working in TFR Auto Enterprise as an Accounts clerk. Since my present position offers little prospect for career advancement, I would like to be attached to a fairly large organisation such as yours. 3. I would like to work in Nilai as I intend to further my studies and get professional qualification. I have registered with a college in Nilai to do ACCA on part-time basis. With this high additional education level and knowledge, I can perform better in applying the accounts knowledge in the future job. 4. I can assure you that I am capable person who can work independently. I am able to handle full sets of accounts, up to three sets at a time. I am interested in working with a company like yours as I feel I can grow well with the company. I am a team player, adapt easily to any working environments and can work with people from all works of life. 5. I was active in extra-curricular activities considered as responsible and dedicated worker. I organised many activities for the school clubs so I am that I can be an asset to your company in this Furthermore, i have a good command of English. and was led and confident capacity.

SAMPLE: REPORT TO PRINCIPAL You are very disappointed by the conditions and services provided by your school canteen. You decide to write a report to inform your school principal about the poor conditions and services of the canteen. These would include:

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insufficient table and benches food and drinks not covered too little food counters dirty and clogged drains smelly food expensive and lacks variety inadequate food late comers have nothing to buy, to eat cold food not fresh rude canteen workers : Mr. Hasnan bin Jalal, The Principal, Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Permata Malik bin Abdul 24 March 2011

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6. In view of my qualification and experience, I would expect a salary more than RM 2 000. And since I have my own car, I would have no problems travelling outstation should the job require. 7. I look forward to hearing from you and I am fully prepared to attend an interview at any time convenient to you. Thank you. Yours faithfully, Raju (RAJU a/l MANIAM

Report about the School Canteen I am writing this report is to draw your attention regarding the school canteen. Many of the students of Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Permata are unhappy about the conditions at the school canteen. There were lots of complaints regarding this issue. In the first place, there are insufficient tables and benches. Our school has a student population of over 1 000. There is only one period of recess time for all forms. More than 80 per cent of the students go to the canteen during recess to buy food and drinks. Unfortunately, there are only about twenty-five tables and fifty benches which can accommodate less than half the number of students. As a result, many students have to stand while eating.