PAPER 2SUBJECTIVE TYPE3 SECTIONSDURATION 1 hr 15 min3 QUESTIONSANSWER ALL

Pupils are tested on :

The ability to write phrases and sentences within a specific context in accurate and standard English –

with appropriate word order, vocabulary, structures and

punctuation.

The ability to write phrases and sentences within a specific context in accurate and standard English –

with appropriate word order, vocabulary, structures and

punctuation.

The ability to write phrases and sentences within a specific context in accurate and standard English –

with appropriate word order, vocabulary, structures and

punctuation.

The ability to write phrases and sentences within a specific context in accurate and standard English –

with appropriate word order, vocabulary, structures and

punctuation.

Write complete sentences based on a picture with the words given.5 questions

ASSESSMENT OBJECTIVE

Question 1

To assess candidates’ ability to construct sentences

Task:

To write grammatically correct sentences using the given words and stimulus.

BAND A (EXCELLENT)

• All sentences constructed correctly.• Words used correctly.• No spelling or punctuation errors.• Variety of sentences structures.• Ideas well presented and relevant to the

stimulus.

MARKS : 9 - 10

SAMPLE 1

SUBJECT VERB

Amin walks.

Ai Ling sings.

They study.

A fish swims.

SAMPLE 2

SUBJECT VERB OBJECT(Where)

Amin walks to school.

Ai Ling sings on the stage.

They study in the library.

A fish swims in the aquarium.

SAMPLE 3

SUBJECT VERB OBJECT(when)

Amin walks to school in the morning.

Ai Ling sings on the stage every night.

They study in the library every evening.

A fish swims in the aquarium every day.

SAMPLE 1

SUBJECT VERB OBJECT

Amin walks to school every day.

Ai Ling walks to school every day.

Amin and Ai Ling walk to school every day.

1.

2.

SUBJECT VERB OBJECT

Amin is a handsome boy.

Amin is a lazy boy.

Amin is a handsome but lazy boy.

Complex sentences :e.g.

1. The man whom you saw lives near the flats.

2. Here is the book that worth reading .

3. They visited the spot where the accident took place.

4. While he was on his way to school this morning, he saw an accident.

Read the instructions carefully. Underline the

important points.

Look and study the picture given.

Read the helping words. Try to relate them with

the situation in the picture.

Write 5 sentences about the picture.

Check whether you have written simple, compound

and complex sentences.

Remember ! Your task is to write GRAMMATICALLY

CORRECT SENTENCES.

SO, DON’T FORGET TO CHECK YOUR GRAMMAR,

SPELLING AND PUNCTUATION.

lady

planting flower plants

flower pots

girl

skirt

sweeping

broom

boy

bicycle

riding

garden

boycollectingleavespan

boyfathercarwashinggarden

SUBJECT VERB OBJECTA lady is planting flower plants in the

flower pots.

A boy with striped t-shirt and his father

are washing their car in the garden.

A small boy is riding a bicycle in the garden.

Ahmad, a young boy

is collecting the dried leaves with a pan.

Ramlah, the girl with a skirt

is sweeping the rubbish in the garden with a broom.

1. A lady is planting some flower plants in the flower pots.

2. A boy with striped t-shirt and his father are washing their car in the garden.

3. A small boy is riding a bicycle in the garden.

4. Ahmad, a young boy is collecting the dried leaves with a pan.

5. Ramlah, the girl with a skirt is sweeping the rubbish in the garden with a broom. .

SUBJECT VERB OBJECT

A lady is planting flower plants in the flower pots.

A boy andhis father

are washing

their car in the carden.

A boy is riding a bicycle in the garden.

A boy is collecting the leaves using a dust pan.

A girl is sweeping

the rubbish using a broom.

ladyplantingflower plantsflower pots

girlskirtsweepingbroom

boybicycleridinggarden

boyfatherwashing cargarden

boycollectingdried leavesdust pan

1. A lady is planting flower plants in the flower pots.

2. A boy with striped t-shirt and his father are washing their car in the garden.

3. A small boy is riding his bicycle happily in the garden.

4. A young boy is collecting the dried leaves using a dust pan.

5. A young girl, who is wearing a skirt is sweeping the rubbish using a broom.

boysbullchasing

boy scoutscollectingfirewood

boy scoutspitchingtentsleep

boy scoutscookingpeelinglunch

boy scoutscampingcampsiteriver

SUBJECT VERB OBJECT

The boy scouts

are camping

at the campsite near a river.

Two boy scouts

are collecting

some firewood for cooking.

A big bull is chasing two boys near the river.

Two boy scouts

are preparing

food for their lunch.

Three boyscouts

are pitching a big tent for them to sleep.

pupils tuition experienced teacher air-conditioned

comfortable house class teaches exercises

Look at the picture carefully and write five sentences about it. You may use the words in the boxes to help you. You are advised to spend about 15 minutes on this section.

White-boardAir-condition

teacher

teaching

pupils

writing

ASSESSMENT OBJECTIVE

Question 2

To assess candidates’ ability to transfer information accurately and appropriately

TASKTransfer information from one text type

into a given framework.

To make a choice and give reasons for the choice.

BAND A (EXCELLENT)

• Confident use of the language• Reasons conveyed clearly through a variety

of sentence structures.• Confident use of new words to express

reasons.• Reasons are well-planned, relevant and are

linked so as to sustain the interest of the reader.

• Overall accurate use of spelling and punctuation.

5 marks

WHAT TO WRITE?

• Choice/ option – pilihan

• Reasons - sebab-sebab

• Subject matter / content – isi kandungan

• Expansion – kembangan

• Use of new words where necessary - perkataan baru di mana perlu

SUGGESTED SENTENCES FOR QUESTION 2(B)

TOPIC / AREA OF INTERESTS REASONS

1. Place / Locations It is near my house. So I can go there easily.It is exciting to visit this place because it has many interesting and attractive spots.It is a nice and beautiful place to visit.I have never been to this place before, so I am very eager to go.

2. Prices / costs / fees The price is low, that is only RM …….Although the price is high, it is reasonable and affordable.It is a reasonable price and I think I can afford it.I can afford to buy it.

3. Food/ drinks/ menu / meal

It is delicious and tasty.It is my favourite foodIt is easy to cook / to prepare / to serve.It s good for health because it contains vitamins / minerals and protein.It is suitable to my taste.It is nutritious It offers free………..

4. Transport / vehicles It is the most comfortable way of travelling.It is an economical way of travelling.It is more convenient / comfortable.It is suitable for travelling a long distant journey.It is a faster means of transport, so I will not feel bored.I will reach the destination earlier.I like to see the beautiful scenery along the journey.

5. Free / discount / offer / prizes

The offer is attractive. I like it very much.I can save my money.I can use the money to buy something else.I can use my money to buy books.I can add in my collection.I can get it at a cheaper I can get it at a lower price.I can keep it as a souvenir.

6. Activities / contest / competition.

The activities are very interesting and challenging.The activities are suitable for my age.I can get a lot of knowledge .I can meet a lot of friends by joining the contest / competition.I am talented in ………… so I can have the opportunity to show my talent.This activity is very useful and has a lot of benefits.This activity is simple and easy to do.

7.Pets It is a cute animal.It is easy to look after.It is easy to take care.It is easy to feed.It is easy to prepare its food .It is easy to get its food.I can play with it.I can get a company.It helps to look after the house.It is easier to manage it as it eats………………….

8. Society / club The activities are interesting.It can increase my knowledge.It teaches me to be independent.It gives me chance to mix around.I can get many new friends.I can cooperate with the other members.It has a lot of benefits.I can learn many new things.

9. Colour / patterns/ fashion.

It is beautiful.It is attractive and nice.It suits me.It is the latest design and fashion.I like the colour.It is my favourite colour.

10. Hobby / Interest I will enjoy myself doing it.I can share my hobby with my friends as we have the same interest.I can do something beneficial during my free time.It can widen my knowledge.I can get many friends.

11. Time taken / Duration of time.

I takes a shorter time to finish my work.It takes a shorter time to reach the destination.Time given is enough for me to complete my work.

12. Topic / Title / Theme The topic is suitable for my age.The topic is very interesting.The topic is very simple and easy.The topic is related to our daily life.

13. Facilities I will feel comfortable with the facilities provided.I will feel more convenient.I can use the facilities provided.It can save my money and time.

14. Occupations I can earn money for a living.It teaches me to be responsible.It teaches me to be independent.I am committed to my job.I can support my parents.

15.Age group It is suitable for me as I am ………. years old.I am eligible to that group. So I can take part.

16. Pen pal He/ she is from ………… If I have the chance, I will visit his / her country one day.We have the same hobbies, so we can exchange ideas.We share the same hobby / interest / idea.We are of the same age.She/ He is older than me, so I can learn many new things from her / him.> She/ He can be my foster sister / brother.

Read the instructions carefully. Underline the important points.

Read the text carefully.

Read the sample answers given in the table. Then underline the answers to be transferred in the text.

Be very careful with spelling and punctuation.

Decide your choice. Write them in section B.

Give good reasons for your choice.

Remember ! Your task is to MAKE A CHOICE AND GIVE GOOD REASONS.

SO, WRITE GOOD REASONS USING CORRECT

GRAMMAR, SPELLING AND PUNCTUATION.

Do not write too long. Your marks is only 5.

DOS AND DON’T’S IN WRITING

Linkers

Linkers are use to tell or explain more about the first idea in the sentence.

Eg: furthermore, beside that, moreover etc.

Pupils are not encourage to use these words in writing at this stage because it may distort the meaning of the sentence. Most of the pupils fail to use the words clearly and marks will be deducted for this.

Some common mistakes

The price is cheap or expensive. The price is low or highThe ( thing ) is cheap or expensive. In and IntoThan,then and themThere, they, theirWent, whenUnhealthy words

Pn. Salmah laid the food on the mat and all the family devoured the food.

MenuFried rice

with prawnsSteamed

ricewith chicken

curry

Fried noodleswith mushrooms

Price RM 2.50

Served with

fried vegetables

Free drinks

mineral water

Dessert butter cake

Availablethroughout

the day

MenuFried rice

with prawnsSteamed rice

with chicken curryFried noodles

with mushrooms

Price RM 3.50 RM 4.00 RM 2.50

Served withcucumbers andsalad fried vegetables chicken soup

Free drinks mineral water syrup fruit juice

Dessert local fruitschocolate ice-cream butter cake

Availablethroughout

the day only for lunchfor breakfastand dinner

choice

price

offer

available

serving

dessert

SAMPLE ANSWER

I would choose the fried noodles with mushrooms because it is my brother’s favourite food. The price is reasonable and affordable. It is served with my brother’s favourite chicken soup. The fruit juice is free. So, I can save my money for other things. My brother loves the delicious butter cake. I can take my brother for dinner as we are usually free at that time. My brother will surely be happy with my choice.

DrawingCompetition

Story- tellingCompetition

SingingCompetition

Date 20 April 2006

Time 7.00 pm

Venue Bukit Rimau Shopping Complex

Fee Free

Prize Bicycle

Reasons to help you

Why Singing Contest

Date/Time

Venue

Fee

Prize

InterestingHobbyTest my talent

ConvenientEnough time to practise

Near my houseCan cycle alone

ReasonableAffordable

Attractive and interestingCan keep as souvenir

1. It is my hobby. It is interesting and I can test my talent.

2. The time and date is convenient for me. I have ample time to practise.

3. The venue is just a stone’s throw away from my house. I can just cycle there alone.

4. The fee is reasonable and affordable. I can use my own pocket money.

5. The prize is attractive and interesting. I can keep it as my souvenir.

I would choose Singing Contest because

it is my hobby. It is also interesting and

challenging because it can test my talent. The

time and date is convenient for me. I can

have ample time to practise. The venue is

just a stone’s throw away from my house. I

can cycle there. The fee is reasonable and

affordable. I can use my own pocket money.

The prize offered is interesting and attractive.

I can keep it as my souvenir.

Study the advertisement below carefully. Then complete the table using the information given in the advertisement. You are advised to spend 25 minutes on this question.

Malaysia Indonesia

RM40.00

Round Square

Plastic Stainless steel

Boys and girls Girls Boys

ASSESSMENT OBJECTIVE

Question 3

To assess candidates’ ability to express ideas in sentences with correct structures.

TASK:

To write sentences about the pictures in a paragraph or paragraphs using the given words and express their ideas creatively.

BAND A (EXCELLENT)

• Confident use of the language• Ideas conveyed clearly through a variety of

sentence structures.• Confident use of new words to express

ideas.• Ideas are well-planned, relevant and are

linked so as to sustain the interest of the reader.

• Overall accurate use of spelling and punctuation.

13 - 15 marks

Look at the pictures.Try to answer these questions: Who are the people? What are they doing? What is happening in each picture? Where is the place?

Look at the words given. Use the words to make complete sentences. You have to add words to make each sentence complete

Begin each sentence with a capital letter. Add a full stop at the end of every sentence.

Arrange the sentences in paragraphs. Make sure you use all the words. Check the spelling and grammarcorrectly.

Tenses

Spelling

Punctuation

to + infinitive

Flow of ideas and proper sequencing.

Suitable vocabulary – adjectives adverbs

/linking words/ conjunctions.

Interesting expressions and use of similies and

proverbs where possible.

Writing must be neat and legible.

Expand the sentences by adding suitable new words

and phrases.

Make sure the information added appropriate to the

story line.

The quality of the sentence carries more marks and

not the number or length of sentences written.

Check your answers for grammatical or spelling

errors.

SENTENCE PATTERN

Correct pattern:

Ahmad who is twelve years old studies in Sekolah Kebangsaan Kuala Teriang.

Wrong pattern:

Ahmad is twelve years old who studies in Sekolah Kebangsaan Langkawi.

CONTRACTION

Contraction cannot be use in writing

Eg: I can’t play with you I won’t regret

MORE PRECISING

Pupils are not encourage to use the words many more, others and etc at the end of the sentence. They must be certain in giving the examples.

Examples:

My mother buys chicken, meat, vegetables and fish.

COMMON ERROR

By carIn his father’s carIn red car

Reach at Kuala Lumpur ( Reach Kuala Lumpur ) Arrived at Kuala Lumpur

Thank to Ahmad for his good deed.( Thank Ahmad for his good deed )

REDUNDANCY

A Proton Saga carA Savvy car

Went back homeAt there

Thank to himRed in colour

SOME EXPRESSION FOR THE MERRIT

A stone’s throw away Finger licking good Left for home Eyes catching scenery The food is delicious and scrumptious etc.

For a good piece of writing

You can add

• Similes

• Proverbs

• Idioms

Similes• as beautiful as the rainbow• as proud as a peacock• as big as an elephant• as busy as a bee/ an ant• as clear as crystal• as cold as ice• as deep as a well• as fast as lightning• as green as grass• as happy as a child• as hungry as a wolf• as loud as thunder• as white as snow• as slow as a tortoise/ a snail• as silent as the grave• as stupid as a donkey• as sweet as honey/ sugar

PROVERBS

• What is a proverb ??????

- A proverb is a short saying containing words of advice, warning or wisdom.

Example of Proverbs• A friend indeed is a friend indeed• All that glitters is not gold• An apple a day keeps the doctor away• Better late than never• Charity begins at home• Honesty is the best policy• Many hands make light work• Practice makes perfect• Slow and steady wins the race• Too many cooks spoil the broth• Two heads are better than one• Where there’s a will, there’s a way

IDIOMS• What is an idiom ????

– An idiom is a phrase or sentence in which simple words are used to convey a special meaning.

Example of Idioms:• A black sheep : a- good-for-nothing

person.e.g. Hilmi always causes trouble in his family. He is a black sheep in the family.

• A snake in the grass : a secret enemye.g. I thought she was my friend until she betrayed me. Only than I did know that she was a snake in the grass.

• Apple of the eye : someone dearly loved

e.g. He is the apple of his mother’s eye.

• To lend a hand : to helpe.g. My car has broken down. Can you lend me a hand?

• To rain cats and dogs : rain very heavilye.g. It was raining cats and dogs this morning.

• To sell like hot cakes : to be sold off quicklye.g. The books sold like hot cakes because they were very popular.

• To talk big : to boaste.g. Don’t talk big. I know who you are.

• To look down upon : to despise

e.g. It is wrong to look down upon the poor.

SOME SUGGESTED EXPRESSIONS THAT CAN BE USED BEFORE STARTING A NEW SENTENCE.

1. Quickly ………….

2. Suddenly ………………………..

3. Immediately ………………………..

4. After that ……………………………

5. A few minutes later ……………….

6. Later on …………………………….

7. The next day ………………………

8. After some time …………………..

9. While ………………………………

10.As…………………………………

D. TO END A COMPOSITION

SOME SUGGESTED CONCLUSIONS

Everyone went home tired but happy.

They went home tired but happy.

He was glad he had done a good job.

They enjoyed themselves very much.

They had a wonderful time.

It was a memorable day for them.

He is a hardworking and helpful boy.

He is a responsible boy.

His teachers / parents are proud of him /her.

Everybody thanked him for his good deed.

I am proud to be his friend.

They are a happy family.

He had learnt a good lesson.

He promised he will never do it again.

He regretted for his carelessness.

The pictures below describe a family outing. Use all the words given to describe the pictures. Write your answers in the space provided.

You are advised to spend 35 minutes on this question.

SUBJECT VERB OBJECTTIME

Last Saturday Encik Amin took his family to a bird park.

They saw many birds in the cages.

SUBJECT VERB OBJECTTIME

They found a place for lunchIn the afternoon

SUBJECT VERB OBJECTTIME

helpedThey their parents to pack their things.

They went home .

They enjoyed their outing very much.

SAMPLE ANSWER

Last Saturday, Encik Amin took his family to the Paradise Bird Park in

Langkawi. They went there by their new shiny Savy car. The children were very

happy to see many bird in the cages. They saw some parrots, swallows, peacocks

and many more. The birds were flying happily in big cages.

At the afternoon, Encik Amin decided to have a picnic. They found a place

which was just a stone’s throw away from the bird park. They put the food on a mat

under a shady three. It was a mouth watering food. They enjoyed the delicious food

cooked by Puan Ana, his wife.

After lunch, Encik Amin’s children Zarul and Zura helped their parents to

pack all the things. They arranged them nicely in their father’s blue in colour car.

Encik Amin drove his car carefully. They reached home tired but happy. It was a

memorable day for they and hoped to go again some other day.