English Form 1 Book A
English Form 1 Book A
PBD/DSKP
UNIT 1 Money Matters Audio Extra Practice 1–6
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A. Talk about the pictures. Use the prompts to help you. LS: 2.1.1
Prompts
• Have you been inside a bank? If yes, what
did you see there?
• If no, do you intend to go to a bank someday?
Why?
• What do people do there?
• What do you know about the services in a
bank?
(Accept any suitable answer.)
Extra Practice
B. Work with a partner. Talk about what students usually do with their money. Then say what students
spend the most money on. LS: 2.1.1 Evaluation
What do
spend on students usually
hobbies spend their buy food
money on?
buy
gadgets buy games
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A B C
2 What fruit did Samad and Ali decide to harvest?
A B C
3 How much would they earn per hour if they worked for six hours in one day?
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EC
EC
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SP
SP
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A B C
4 At what time did they finish work on their first day?
A B C
5 How long did the boys work at the plantation?
A B C
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We have already passed twenty years into the new millennium. So, if anyone asks, ‘Grocery shopping
online?’It is indeed possible. Many retail outlets offer 24/7 online shopping. This means that you can shop
from home anytime you want. Nowadays, no minimum order is required. Although there are delivery charges,
you save on petrol and parking costs. You also save lots of time looking for the things you want to buy.
If you want to go and get your shopping done by going to the shops, you should go at night – well after
dinner. Some retailers are open until 1 a.m. There will be less traffic and more parking spots. You will spend
less time on the road.
It is time to be a smart shopper. Comparing prices to make sure you are getting a good deal is being a
smart shopper. However, it is also important to spend within your limits.
A. Complete the table. Use a word from the text. LS: 3.1.3
Meaning Word
1 a bargain deal
B. Complete the sentences with words from the text. LS: 3.1.2
1 When you shop online, you can save on parking costs and petrol .
2 You will spend less time on the road when shopping at night as there is less traffic .
3 Smart shoppers compare prices to get a good bargain on things they buy.
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Imagine that you did not have enough money to buy something. What were some ways you earned some
extra money? State the ways you earned extra money. Application
Ways to
earn money
B. Complete the table with the things you did for a week according to Practice A. Include your earnings.
You do not need to write for the days that you did not earn anything. Then write a short journal
Extra Practice
Extra Practice
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B. Write an octopoem titled ‘20 Sen Coin’. Use the guide below to help you. LS: 5.3.1
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MODAL VERBS
1. We use must to say that something is necessary or very important.
2. We use must not (mustn’t) to say that something is not allowed.
3. We use should and should not (shouldn’t) to show a kind of obligation, duty or correctness.
B. Match the phrases to form correct sentences. Write the letters in the boxes correctly.
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A. Work with a partner. Take turns to ask each other the following questions. Take notes as your
friend answers your questions. You may use the prompts given. LS: 2.1.1
This is my friend .
He/She lives .
He/She is years old.
During his/her free time, he/she .
He/She loves to because .
He/She usually takes part in during the weekends.
Every week, he/she spends about hours on this activity.
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Read the interview below. Then, circle True or False. LS: 3.1.2
2 There are two cycling sports in the Olympic Games. True False
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Read the article below and circle the correct answers. LS: 3.1.2
A TWO-WHEELED ADVENTURE
Some of my friends and I love travelling. One memorable
trip we had was going on an epic two-wheeled adventure
in Kiulu, Sabah. We realised then that there are times when
we do not need to spend a lot money to travel. All we need
is the strength to explore the world differently. We were
actually surprised at how much we got to know a place
on a bicycle. It was a great way to travel. We enjoyed the
fresh air on the open road. We didn’t need maps or phones
to guide us. We each had an action camera mounted on our
bicycle bars, though.
The bicycle tour took us half a day to enjoy the beautiful
countryside. Firstly, we were briefed on the things to do and
things that we should not do. We were also taught basic hand signals. After that, there was a short question
and answer session. The journey took us across bridges to venture into the rural areas of Kiulu. We saw
a water buffalo on the way. Then, we took a break at Tombung Village. Here, we witnessed the daily life
of the local community. We were welcomed into a native Dusun house where our host served us light
refreshments. We later continued our journey with a visit to a local farm and a small rubber plantation. Our
journey ended at a beautiful riverside. We took a short dip in the river and then relaxed on the riverbank
where lunch was served.
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A. Fill in the blanks with the present simple or present continuous form of the verbs in brackets.
1 My brothers and I watch (watch) television every day.
2 The doctor's phone is ringing (ring) but he is not answering it.
3 The lift is not working
(not work) so I have to climb up the stairs to the tenth floor.
4 After she completes her homework, she goes (go) to bed.
5 Look! The children are drawing (draw) a mural on their school wall.
B. Write questions based on the responses given. Use the correct form.
Present Simple
1 (clean the room) (i) Question: Do you clean the room?
(ii) Response: Yes, I do.
2 (get up early) (i) Question: Do they get up early?
(ii) Response: No, they don’t.
3 (like chocolate) (i) Question: Does she like chocolate?
(ii) Response: Yes, she does.
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A. Fill in the blanks correctly as you listen to the audio. LS: 1.1.1
Audio
I have several good friends. We discuss our schoolwork and study together. Adrian likes
endurance sports such as cycling (1) and running. According to him, he feels
a sense of achievement and success (2) when he reaches his destination. Jaya’s favourite
activity is reading (3) books. Since she is not very good at her language (4)
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skills, she reads to improve them. She finds reading relaxing and fun. She feels happy to be
learning (5) while having fun.
Suresh loves travelling (6). He enjoys (7) wandering in the streets, meeting
people, trying new food and so on. Travelling gives him a sense of satisfaction and gratitude. Jamal enjoys
playing video games. He puts on headphones (8) and for a little time lives in a different reality,
enjoying the game. He knows that it is important to have some limits. He doesn’t spend more than
two hours a day playing. Haris enjoys cooking (9). He experiments with a new recipe
every weekend. Sometimes, he fails, but he still has fun. Jessica plays the drums. She says that
music (10) relieves stress and strengthens the mind.
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Read the descriptions below. Then, answer the following questions. LS: 3.1.1
Thrilling Activities
Why not experience one of these thrilling adventure trips in Malaysia?
ATV Ride, Kuala Lumpur
Try an off-road adventure in Kuala Lumpur. Do check out the ATV
tours. An ATV is like a quad bike used to drive on muddy trails. As
a passenger, you can choose from the various packages. You can take
a ride on an ATV along the river and jungles for about two hours.
You can also pick the three to four hour off-road ride. This package
will take you to Bukit Tabur, The Dam, Sungai Liza, Dataran Mas,
and Bukit Lalang. You can even play in the water at the waterfall
which is never overcrowded.
1 What is an ATV?
An ATV is like a quad bike that is used to ride on muddy trails.
3 What is the difference between the 2 hour and the 3–4 hour ATV tour? Analysis
The 3–4 hour ride will take you through more places.
4 Do you think your 70-year-old grandfather and your 6-year-old sister can enjoy themselves at ESCAPE
theme park? Provide a reason. Evaluation
Yes, because the rides and games are designed for a wide variety of groups, abilities and energy levels.
(Accept any suitable answer.)
5 State a place that you wish to visit besides the ones mentioned. Briefly, describe the place. Creation
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In order to determine the correct verb tense in a sentence, try to identify the time expression in the sentence (any word or phrase
that tells you when the action happens).
Underline the time words in each sentence. Then, fill in the blanks with the correct form of the verbs
in brackets.
10 She does not visit (not visit) her grandparents every week.
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2 How did the writer feel about the staff and food?
The writer felt that the staff were friendly, and the food was good.
5 Based on the review, do you think you would go to Belum Adventure Camp? Provide a reason for your
response. Evaluation
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B. Work with a friend. Imagine you are registering for the Belum Adventure Camp. Replace the words
in bold with your details. Then, take turns to practise the dialogue. LS: 2.1.1
(Accept any suitable answer.)
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A. Fill in the table below with your details. LS: 4.1.1 Application
Name: Citra
B. Based on the information in Practice A, write a paragraph to introduce yourself. Include sentences
with because and so. Creation
Hi! My name is Citra, and I am fourteen years old. I am from Johor. I live with my parents
and my younger brother who is crazy about football. My best friends are Amira and Michelle.
We were classmates for a long time because we went to the same primary school. Now we
are in the same class in secondary school. I love to go shopping for stationery, especially
those with the latest designs. So, I have a collection of beautiful notebooks. Apart from that,
I cycle in the evenings. My brother loves cycling too. We usually go cycling together around
our residential area. My family is fond of going for short adventure camps because we need
to escape from the hustle and bustle in the city. So, short trips to the Malaysian forests allow
us to appreciate nature and relax at the same time.
(Suggested answer)
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Literature in Action
A. Read the following poem. Answer the questions. LS: 5.1.1 Analysis
Sad I Ams
I am I am
the ring the battery in which no charge is left
from an empty Cola can the starter motor which remains inert
the scrapings the tyre on which the tread is worn
from an unwashed porridge pan the sparking plug which shows no sign of spark
the severed arm the carburettor choked by bits of dirt
of last year’s Action man. the chromium trim from which the shine has gone.
I am I am
the envelope a garden
on which the gum is gone overgrown with weeds
the Sellotape a library book
where you can’t find the end that no one ever reads
the toothless stapler, springless bulldog clip a stray
the dried up liquid paper which no one thinks to feed
that mars instead of mends the piece of good advice
the stamped addressed reply which no one seems to need.
that you forgot
to send. Trevor Millum
1 There is a lot of imagery used to Unwashed porridge pan; severed arm of last year’s Action
describe the items in the house. man, envelope on which the gum is gone; toothless stapler;
Name some items.
springless bulldog clip; dried-up liquid paper.
3 How is the persona feeling? The persona is feeling sad for the things that are not useful
in the persona’s life any longer.
1 What does the line – ‘I am a garden overgrown with weeds’ from stanza 4 tell you about how the
persona feels? The feeling is of being rejected as he describes the garden with
overgrown weeds – this shows that that no one cares for him .
2 Have you ever felt that way? Describe briefly. (Accept any suitable answer.)
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You will hear a talk about Mark Zuckerberg on a radio talk show. For questions 1 to 6,
Audio
3 What did Mark Zuckerberg do when other kids played computer games?
A He became captain of a computer gaming team.
B He designed the computer games.
C He founded a fencing team.
4 How did he connect all the computers in his father’s dental clinic?
A By using a media player he built.
B By using the first network that he created.
C By using a computer network from Microsoft.
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Study the notes and use them to complete the dialogue. Then, work with a partner and
role-play the dialogue. LS: 2.1.2 Video
Video
• Do not let the dark side of smartphones discourage us
from using them.
• Use your smartphone wisely.
Mother: I understand. The future is going to be more amazing with lots of advancements in the
smartphone market. However, you should use your smartphone wisely (2).
A smartphone can be one of the best gadgets you will ever hold.
Kevin: I agree with you, Mum. However, we should not let the dark side of smartphones
discourage us from using them (3). It is a matter of choosing how it can best benefit
us.
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Electric bicycles are modified bicycles. In each bicycle, there is a small electrical engine that needs
the power to work, and this power comes from light peddling. It is faster than a traditional bicycle
and does not emit any gases that cause pollution. Yet the disadvantages of this type are its complexity
which means that this bicycle consists of many parts that make repairing it much harder.
An electric car is simple in terms of how it works. There is a battery in the car which stores
electricity. Once the car works, the electrical current powers the engine. It can be charged once a
day. An electric car does not emit any gases that cause pollution. Besides that, it is affordable, and
recharging the battery does not take much time.
With most of the governments supporting the shift towards eco-friendly transportation, green or
eco-friendly trains have become a necessity. Electrical trains work with hanging wires and electrified
rails that do not emit any gases. An electric train can go up to 321 kilometres per hour which saves
a lot of time. It is also much more efficient in connecting destinations with each other. However,
any failure in electricity supply would lead to train malfunction.
B. Complete the sentences. Use no more than three words from the text. LS: 3.1.2
1 All the three types of transportation: the electric bicycle, electric car and the electric train do not cause
pollution because they do not emit any gases .
2 An electric car is powered by the electricity stored in a battery.
3 A disadvantage of the green train is that there would be a train malfunction when there
is a failure in electricity supply.
C. Fill in the table with appropriate words from the article. LS: 3.1.3
Meaning Word
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From: [email protected]
Hi Krish,
I have been saving some money for my younger brother. He has been working very hard and likes
to play with gadgets. Dad and I were thinking of getting him a present, but we’re not sure what to
get him. I was thinking of a build-your-own-computer kit for beginners. What do you think? Do you
have any suggestions?
Regards,
Amir
In about 80 words, write an email to Amir about the ideal gift for his brother. LS: 4.1.2 Creation
From: [email protected]
Hi Amir,
If your brother likes to take things apart and put them back together again, I am sure he will like
the build-your-own-computer kit for beginners. It would be perfect for him. The kit comes with an
easy-to-follow manual. Be sure to buy the latest version. However, you must note that the computer
does not come with accessories, such as a monitor, mouse, keyboard, or cooling fan. You may need
to buy those items as well.
Regards,
Krish
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Write on a character that you find interesting in the novel that you have read. Give evidence from the
novel to support your answer. You may use the notes given below. LS: 5.1.2 Analysis
character interesting because he is such a mysterious person. No one seems to know of his existence.
However, from the story, I notice that he is very good at technology. For example, he has been able
to make use of scientific discoveries and breakthroughs to create an incredible submarine which is
called the Nautilus. The Nautilus manufactures its own electricity. It is also able to produce oxygen
that enables it to remain submerged for a long time. He has also thought of making food from
some sea fibres. There are also cigars made of a special type of seaweed. Captain Nemo even has
air guns that allow him to go hunting with his crew. He is indeed very creative and intelligent. His
inventions are thousands of years ahead of time, and thus I find Captain Nemo interesting.
(Suggested answer for King Arthur and The Swiss Family Robinson are available in Answers,
page 115.)
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Complete the sentences with will or going to and the correct forms of the verbs in brackets.
1 A: Look at that driver!
B: Oh, no! He is going to have (have) a bad crash.
2 A: Did you phone Dad?
B: Oh, no. I completely forgot. I will phone (phone) him now.
3 A: I am really hungry.
B: Are you? I will make (make) you something to eat.
4 A: Why did you buy the wallpaper?
B: I am going to decorate (decorate) my bedroom next weekend.
5 A: The phone is ringing.
B: I will answer (answer) it.
6 A: Why are you looking for the tools?
B: Adam wants them. He is going to repair (repair) the car.
7 A: What are your plans for this weekend?
B: We are going to visit (visit) our grandparents in Penang.
8 A: Kumar has decided to sell his laptop.
B: Who will buy (buy) it from him?
9 A: Someone is ringing the doorbell.
B: I will check (check) who is at the door.
10 A: I can’t find my mobile phone!
B: Don’t worry, I will help (help) you find it.
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UNIT 4 Wildlife
Read the questions and look at the pictures. Listen to the audio carefully and tick ( ✓ ) the
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2 Which of the following will cause the loss of habitat for wildlife?
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Work with a partner. Discuss where you would go if you have the chance to travel. You may refer to
the information in the brochure and the dialogue below for ideas. LS: 2.1.3 Creation
The Endau and Rompin Rivers cross Take a boat trip through mangrove Thick jungles create habitats for
here, creating wonderful waterfalls, trees. Find the 80,000 or so migratory millions of insects, thousands of birds,
natural pools and spectacular scenery. birds. If you are lucky enough, you and a handful of endangered mammals.
Explore the park’s untouched jungle – will also get to see the river dolphins. See Asian elephants, Malayan tigers
follow the trails deep into the forest. See and almost extinct Sumatran Rhinos.
civets, slow loris, deer and hornbills. Hike along the trails – look for sun
bears, tapirs and white-handed gibbons.
What do you plan to do there? I want to see the wildlife. I hope to see
the hornbill especially. I would also like
to see the civet, slow loris and deer.
What else is fascinating? Oh, of course the spectacular scenery with all the
waterfalls! I want to follow the trails deep into the
forest to explore the untouched jungle. How about
you? Where would you like to go?
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Read the text. Then, answer the questions below. LS: 3.1.2
Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre is situated in the state of Sabah on the edge of the Kabili Forest
Reserve. There are usually buses which come from Sandakan directly to Sepilok. The bus journey takes
about 45 minutes. Taxis from Sandakan Airport take around 20 minutes, and if you are coming from
Kota Kinabalu, the journey by bus takes 5 hours. However, there are frequent flights from Kota Kinabalu
to Sandakan which takes 45 minutes.
The centre was set up in 1964 by Barbara Harrison. It was the first centre in the world to devote itself
to the rehabilitation of orphaned orangutans. The Sepilok Reserve is about 43 square kilometres in area,
situated at the lowland of the equatorial rainforest. Here, care is given to young orangutans orphaned due to
illegal logging and deforestation. The rehabilitation process takes up to seven years and requires dedication
and commitment. A baby orangutan is taken care of like a human baby.
The orangutans have to develop skills such as climbing. So the centre places the youngsters with older
orphans who will show them the skills. They are eventually released into the surrounding forest reserve
where they spend most of their time. They will sometimes return to the centre to eat. Visitors are not allowed
to touch the orangutans, because they are very vulnerable to human diseases. Human contact is also kept
to a minimum to avoid unnecessary risks to visitors. Orangutans are very strong, and wild animals can be
unpredictable.
1 Describe how a visitor from Kota Kinabalu can reach Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre.
A visitor from Kota Kinabalu can take a bus that takes 5 hours or catch a flight that takes 45 minutes.
3 Describe one way how the young orangutans are taught skills to survive.
The young orangutans are kept with older orphans that teach them the skills.
Meaning Word
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Read the following story about an eventful trip. Then, write about your eventful trip in the space
below. LS: 4.1.3 Creation
During the last school holidays, I went to Kuala Selangor. I visited Melawati Hill. On top of the hill is
the Kuala Selangor Lighthouse, also known as Altingsburg Lighthouse which can be seen clearly from
far. The hill is also home to silver leaf monkeys. There are so many of them there. The silver leaf
monkeys are friendly. Feeding the monkeys was a special experience for me. I did not know that they
would start to climb all over us as we started to feed them. My cousin playfully placed the fruit on my
head, and when the monkey came to grab the fruit, it grabbed my hair. I was scared, and I started running.
Then the monkey got scared too. The monkey held onto me tightly, covering my eyes. I stumbled and fell.
The monkey let go of me and ran for its life. I had some injuries on my face and some parts of my body.
I realised I needed to be more careful in future.
Last weekend, my family and I visited a small coastal village northwest of Kuala Lumpur. The village is
known for its attractions alongside the Selangor River which runs through the village. So we arranged for
an eco-friendly rowing boat for our tour. A local boatman was our guide. He escorted us. The boat ride at
night was such a beautiful experience. On this river, we spotted the famous fireflies. Their flashing
lights sometimes synchronised, and the overall effect was just like the twinkling lights of a Christmas tree.
I stood up and tried to catch one of them. Unfortunately, I lost my balance and almost fell into the river.
Luckily, the boatman got hold of me, and I was alright. I was embarrassed but grateful that I did not get wet.
(Suggested answer)
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A. Read stanza 1 and answer the questions that follow. LS: 5.3.1 Analysis
Newsbreak
Your face is clean for once, dear, Now were you struck by lightning
Your clothes without a crease. Or were you stunned at sport?
You saved your luncheon money? Ah … now I see the reason.
Will wonders never cease? You’ve brought your school report!
B. One of the themes in the poem is ‘Honesty is the best policy’. Get into groups and create a poster
on this proverb.
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A. Give simple instructions to replace a light bulb. Use the correct answers.
B. Complete the method to cook fried rice by using the correct adverbs of sequence.
Ingredients:
• 2 tablespoons of oil Method:
To prepare fried rice, first , (1) heat two tablespoons
• ½ cup of diced carrots and
green peas of oil in a frying pan. Next
, (2) add the vegetables such as
• ½ cup of cooked prawns or Then
chicken pieces carrots and green peas and cook for 2 – 3 minutes. , (3)
• 2 cups of cooked rice add in the cooked prawns or chicken pieces. After that , (4)
• salt and ground pepper to
taste add in the rice, stir and toss as you add ground pepper and salt.
• scrambled or fried egg Finally , (5) garnish with scrambled or fried egg and serve.
C. Give directions to your house. Fill in the blanks with adverbs of sequence.
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B. Using the questions below as a guide, discuss your favourite book with a friend. You may also refer
to the dialogue above. LS: 2.1.1
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A. Read. Then, complete the table below. The answers should be no more than three words. LS: 3.1.2
Let’s read about some interesting cultures from around the world.
Huli
The Huli people are one of the most famous tribes in Papua New Guinea. They are
brave warriors who are well known for their headdresses. They paint their faces and
bodies with bright yellow and red clay to scare away their enemies.
Kazakhs
The Kazakhs are a tribe from Kazakhstan. One of their most famous traditions is
hunting with eagles. They ride their horses and hunt with eagles during the annual
Golden Eagle Festival.
Rabari
The Rabari people have travelled around western India for almost a thousand years.
Their embroidery, brass jewellery and tattoos are famous. The Rabari women have
worn them for hundreds of years. On the other hand, the Rabari men wear turbans
and white clothes with jewellery.
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PAST SIMPLE
Ways to change verbs into the past simple form Example
Add –ed or –d want → wanted
Change verbs ending with –y to -ied cry → cried
If a verb ends with a vowel and a consonant, double the consonant and add -ed rub → rubbed
Some verbs have irregular forms sing → sang
Some verbs are spelt the same hit → hit
Affirmative Negative
The children waved at her two minutes ago. The children didn’t wave at her two minutes ago.
The frog hopped to the well. The frog didn’t hop to the well.
B. Complete the text. Use the past simple form of the words in brackets.
I bought (buy) (1) The Maze Runner by James Dashner two months ago.
I didn’t have (not, have) (2) time to read it then because I was busy with preparations for my
mid-year exam. I finally read (read) (3) it last Saturday. I liked (like) (4)
it so much that I finished (finish) (5) reading the book in one night! I didn’t think
(not, think) (6) I would finish it that fast.
What I loved (love) (7) best about the book was the female character. The writer
made (make) (8) her tougher, stronger and smarter than most boys in the story.
I lent (lend) (9) the book to my friend, but she didn’t like (not, like) (10)
it. I guess we don’t have a similar taste in books since I can’t wait to read the next book.
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Read the descriptions. Listen and fill in the blanks. LS: 1.1.1
Audio
1 Datuk Nicol Ann David is a retired athlete . She is Malaysia's first professional female
squash player.
3 Nelson Mandela was a politician . He served as President of South Africa from 1994 to
1999. His government focused on ending apartheid in his country.
4 Joanne Rowling, or better known as J.K. Rowling, is an author . She wrote the Harry
Potter series. The books have won multiple awards and sold more than 400 million copies.
5 Marie Curie was a scientist . Her achievements included the development of the theory
of radioactivity and the discovery of two elements, polonium and radium.
6 William Henry Gates III is an entrepreneur . He and his partner, Paul Allen, launched
Microsoft Corporation, which became the world’s largest personal computer software company.
7 Tan Sri Dr Jemilah Mahmood is a doctor . Since January 2016, she has served as
Under Secretary General for Partnerships at the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent
Societies (IFRC).
8 Harith Iskandar is a comedian . He won the Funniest Person in the World award in 2016.
He is considered as the ‘Godfather of Stand-up Comedy’ by many people.
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The Gawai Dayak festival is celebrated annually on 1 June in Sarawak. ‘Gawai’ means ‘ritual’ or ‘festival’
and ‘Dayak’ is a collective name for the tribes of Iban, Bidayuh, Kayan, Kenyah, Kelabit, Murut, and more.
The tribes prepare for the festival by brewing tuak (rice wine) and making traditional delicacies like penganan
which are cakes made from rice flour, sugar and coconut milk.
On the eve of Gawai, they roast glutinous rice in bamboo known as ngelulun pulut. Then, the celebration
starts with a ceremony called Muai Antu Rua. This ceremony is performed to cast away the spirit of
greediness. Then at around 6.00 p.m., the offering ceremony or miring will take place. The feast chief will
thank the gods for the good harvest, ask for guidance, blessings and long life as he sacrifices a cockerel.
After that, dinner will be served.
At the stroke of midnight, a gong will be sounded. The tuai rumah will then lead everyone in drinking
the Ai Pengayu which is tuak for long life and they will wish each other ‘long life, health and prosperity’.
This is followed by a procession to welcome the spirits known as Ngalu Petara by walking up and
down the entire length of the longhouse. At this point, there will be dancing and traditional music being
played. Pantun (poetry) will also be recited. The activities for the next day may include cock-fighting,
blowpipe demonstrations and ngajat (dancing) competitions. On this day, the homes of the Dayaks will
be open to visitors.
7 dances
• traditional music
8 pantun (poetry) recitation
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WAS/WERE, COULD/COULDN’T
Explanation Example
was is for singular subjects She was in Japan last month.
She wasn’t in Taiwan.
were is for plural subjects They were hungry.
They weren’t thirsty.
We use could to talk about ability and possibility in the past. I could read when I was five.
I couldn’t cook when I was nine.
C. Write answers to the following sentences. The first one has been done for you.
1 Was the museum closed? (short answer – negative)
No, it wasn’t.
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Read the dialogue below and fill in the blanks correctly. LS: 3.1.2
Adam: Good morning. I’m planning to go to the National Science Centre from KL Sentral.
Which bus should I take?
Miss Nina: Good morning. You should take the Rapid KL bus number U83 from KL Sentral to go to the
National Science Centre.
Adam: What are the opening hours of the National Science Centre?
Miss Nina: The opening hours are from 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. each day. However, we are closed on Fridays.
Adam: I see. What about the admission fees?
Miss Nina: The fees are RM6.00 for an adult and RM3.00 for a child.
Adam: Thank you for the information.
Miss Nina: You are welcome.
Opening hours:
Open from 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. (2)
each day
Closed on Fridays (3)
Admission fees:
Adult: RM6.00 (4)
Child: RM3.00 (5)
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Read the dialogue. Listen to the audio carefully and fill in the blanks. LS: 1.1.1
Audio
Saras: How was your trip to Kuala Lumpur?
Peter: It was great.
Saras: Did you visit any interesting places?
Audio
Peter: Yes, I did. My family and I visited the National Science Centre (1) which is near
Kuala Lumpur. I really enjoyed myself.
Saras: What did you do there?
Peter: First of all, we watched the Space Science Show (2) and Sky Movie on the 20-metre
diameter dome screen. It was very exciting.
Saras: What else did you do?
Peter: I visited the galleries. One of them was the Children’s Educational Centre. They made the learning
of the universe and the ocean interesting by having real-life simulation (3)
of the exhibits. Another gallery I visited was the Thinking Machines. It was all about
robots (4).
Saras: That does sound interesting.
Peter: If you ever have the chance, you should visit the place too.
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Read the review about Kellie’s Castle. Then, write a three-paragraph review about an interesting place
that you have visited recently. You may use the given review as an example. LS: 4.1.1 Creation
KELLIE’S CASTLE
Last Saturday, my family and I visited Kellie’s Castle in Ipoh, Perak. Although the castle was built a
long time ago, it still looks grand with its Moorish architecture.
The castle has a linen room, a prayer altar, a wine cellar, and an elevator shaft. The rooftop opens
up to a tennis court and a courtyard which were meant to entertain guests. From the rooftop, you can
view the gardens and the Kinta River.
I enjoyed visiting Kellie’s Castle because the place brought me back to a time and place in the
past. The only problem with Kellie’s Castle is that you have to be very careful when you are going up
as there are no handrails that you can hold on to for support.
Last Sunday, my family and I visited the National Museum in Kuala Lumpur. The museum has displays of
Malaysian civilisation. It is spread across four galleries in a chronological manner.
The prehistory gallery shows how the Malay Archipelago was formed, and you can also see the
findings of many important prehistoric archaeological sites in Malaysia. In the Malay Kingdoms Gallery,
you can find out about the empire of Malacca which was a centre for the spice trade during the 15th century.
In 1511, the empire fell to the Portuguese, and it was the start of 446 years of foreign rule by the Dutch,
British and Japanese. We can see this at the Colonial Era Gallery. In the last gallery, which is the Malaysia
Today Gallery, you can see the sights and hear the sounds in the documentary, Road Towards Independence.
I found my visit to the museum educational as I learned a lot about Malaysian history. I would not
mind going there again.
(Suggested answer)
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Read the information about the characters in the short story Fair’s Fair. Then, complete the table
below. LS: 5.1.2 Evaluation
He suggests doing some odd jobs to earn some money. He wants Lee to come along to the fair.
1 Characteristic
1 sympathetic
Evidence
2 He wants Lee to come along to the fair.
Raj
2 Characteristic
3 honest
Evidence
4 He returns the purse to the lady.
Lee
3 Characteristic
5 resourceful
Evidence
6 He suggests doing some odd jobs to earn some money.
Sam
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Audio
Money Management
2 things to figure out when planning your shopping (i) what to buy
Money Management
4 babysit
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A. Work in pairs to ask and answer the questions. Tell a story based on the pictures. LS: 2.1.2, 2.3.1
Milk, eggs,
rice, bread …
What do you see? What is he holding in his hand? What is he doing now? What is he holding in his
What is he thinking about? hands?
Extra Practice
What is he looking at? What is What is he doing now? Why does he look sad?
he up to? Why does he look happy?
B. What are the things you should or shouldn’t do when you go shopping? LS: 2.1.2
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A. Read the following article. Tick (✓) for statements that are true and cross (✗) for statements that
are false. LS: 3.2.1
If you want to get rich, you need to know that certain habits tie people down to a life of low income.
Rich people are, however, goal setters. They list what they want to achieve daily, weekly, and monthly.
They can tell you where they want to be in twenty years’ time. Many poor people live without a plan.
Without a plan, we are like leaves floating in the air. The bottom line is you don’t have to be rich to
have a plan.
The simplest way to make money is to save and invest. It is like planting a seed and watching it
grow into a tree. If you do not have enough money to pay your bills and cannot save, the solution is
to make more money. Most rich people have at least three different streams of income. Poor people
usually have only one income. They put all the eggs in one basket.
Rich people make time to read. They read educational and self-improvement books. Success needs
growth, which comes from reading and educating yourself daily. Apart from that, you will succeed in
life if you surround yourself with the right type of people. That means people who are encouraging,
positive, curious, and helpful.
You need to live a healthy lifestyle. Making money is hard work. Taking care of your health and
finances go hand in hand. Remember, nobody is perfect. The key is to have more good habits than bad
ones.
Extra Practice
2 Poor people can make a plan. ✓
B. Explain what the writer means by the phrase ‘put all the eggs in one basket’. Analysis
To put all the eggs in one basket means that you are hoping for success with only one plan of action.
The writer meant to say that you should make and act on different plans for a better chance to succeed.
(Accept any suitable answer.)
Extra Practice
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Write an essay about your personality based on the given bubble map. The essay is for an article entitled
‘What It Means to Be a Malaysian’. LS: 4.1.4, 4.1.5 Creation
appreciative
able to live
harmoniously
happy
with others
My
personality
as a
Malaysian
understanding
responsible
respectful
(Suggested answer)
Being a Malaysian who is living in Malaysia is about being responsible for our natural environment. I am
lucky and very appreciative to live in a country with beautiful beaches, and forests. I am able to taste a wide
variety of food here.
I am unique as I am able to speak a few languages. I have an understanding and respect towards all the
different cultures. I feel that Malaysians can live harmoniously together despite their different races, cultures,
and beliefs.
I am happy to live in Malaysia where it is peaceful. I hope that Malaysia continues to grow and be a
place that everyone here is proud to call home.
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Based on the novel that you have read, write the characteristics of a character that you find the most
interesting. LS: 5.1.2 Analysis
King Arthur
King Arthur: responsible, kind, brave, fair, respectable, stubborn
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INDIRECT QUESTIONS
1. We use indirect questions to sound more polite.
2. We use phrases like Can you tell me… or Do you know… to start an indirect question.
A. Change the direct questions into indirect questions in the present tense.
Example:
What time does the train leave?
Can you tell me what time the train leaves?
3 Is she a nurse?
Do you know/Can you tell me if she is a nurse?
B. Change the direct questions into indirect questions in the past tense.
1 How was the film?
Can you tell me how the film was?
2 Did Ali call his mum yesterday?
Do you know if Ali called his mum yesterday?
3 Where was the class?
Do you know/Can you tell me where the class was?
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A. Listen to the audio carefully. Fill in the blanks with the words from the box. LS: 1.2.1
Audio
Audio
paintings fifty-one elements music
1 This talk aims to list the elements contained in our cultural heritage.
2 Dance, theatre and music are the three types of performing arts.
3 Some of the traditional games that are still remembered are Batu Seremban, and
congkak.
4 Silat and Silambam have been selected as our national heritage in the martial arts
category.
5 Air Nira, ice kepal and bubur anak lebah are some food out of the fifty-one kinds selected
as national heritage.
6 Seven kinds of traditional medicines have been announced as national heritage.
7 Fine arts include paintings , prints, and sculpture.
8 Malaysia is a multiracial country rich in many kinds of fine arts.
B. Listen to the audio again. Find words in the audio that have the meanings given.
Meaning Word
announced 3 declared
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Complete the dialogue using the phrases given. Then work with a partner and role-play. LS: 2.1.4, 2.3.1
It is the gem of the city. You will get to see a lot (2) of works produced
by Malaysian artists . There are over 1000 national and international
works by famous artists.
Extra
Practice
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Hi Anis,
I am planning a wild Borneo trip. My cousins came up with this idea.
All I know is that it is trekking deep into the interior of Sarawak to
visit the tribes living there. Do I need any experience to join this trip?
Since you have been there, please let me know of things that I should
keep in mind. Thanks.
Bye!
Melissa
In about 80 words, write a message to Melissa giving some advice. LS: 4.1.3 Creation
Notes: Greet the person you’re writing to. Start with polite phrases. Include tips for your friend and things
your friend should consider.
(Suggested answer.)
Dear Melissa,
I’m glad to advise on your travel plans. You will be exploring the tribal culture of the region. You certainly
do not need any experience to go on this trip as there are guides to show you everything you need to know.
The tribe people will show you their way of life. You do need to be quite fit, though. You must be prepared
for the trekking part, which can be difficult. You have to walk far in the hot weather.
I think you should be fine. I hope that you have a great adventure!
From,
Anis
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Extra Practice
Now were you struck by lightning
Or were you stunned at sport?
Ah … now I see the reason. (f) The parent is wondering why the
1
You’ve brought your school report! child is being nice.
– By Max Fatchen
B. Imagine you are the child in this poem. What will you say to your parents when they see your school
report card? Write two lines that rhyme at the end. LS: 5.3.1 Creation
Extra
Practice
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8 All right, you can go, but you be back by six o’clock.
A can
B should
C shouldn’t
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A. Write.
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PENANG: In the 2004 tsunami, S. Thulaasi was only 22 days old when she was swept out to the sea. With
the second wave, she then floated back to shore, still asleep on her mattress. When her father, Suppiah,
recalled the heart-stopping moment, he said he first saw two waves frothing like soap water in the distance.
About 10 minutes later, he saw a large wave approaching the shore. In seconds, it got closer and looked
like a towering wall of water. He shouted for everyone to run, but the tsunami hit before many tourists
could even get up.
The wave instantly took the lives of 52 people in Penang and injured 141 others. The tsunami also
fractured Suppiah’s hip, tore off the front wall of his shack, filled his bedroom with seawater, and swept
Thulaasi and her mattress out to the sea. His older daughter, Kanchana, was pushed by the wave up to the
hill slope. She held on to the plants and suffered scratches. Suppiah could not find Thulaasi anywhere. He
was getting frantic as he heard many people screaming and shouting.
Less than 15 minutes later, another large wave surged towards, land and again there was panic on the
beach. When the second wave reached the shore, someone on the slope above Suppiah shouted to him,
‘Your baby! Your baby is coming back!’ Thulaasi was still sleeping on her mattress. Suppiah held her close
and cried in relief. ‘I believe in God and divine intervention,’ Suppiah said emotionally.
1 Fill in the table with appropriate words from the news report.
Meaning Word
(b) How old was Thulaasi when this news report was written?
Thulaasi was ten years old when this news report was written.
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Host: Hello, everyone. Let’s welcome Professor Halim to talk about safety tips during an earthquake.
Prof. Halim: Thank you for inviting me!
Host: Well, listeners, have you ever imagined this? You are doing your homework in the living room,
and suddenly the ground beneath you starts moving. You are in an earthquake! So Professor,
what should a person prepare before an earthquake takes place?
Prof. Halim: You must have an emergency disaster plan as it can save lives. Choose a place in your home
where you can be safe. It is good to get under strong furniture.
Host: That’s interesting. What else?
Prof. Halim: Besides that, practise these three steps; drop, cover and hold on.
Host: What does that mean?
Prof. Halim: It means that you get down under something strong, hold on and cover yourself. Other than
that, move fragile objects to a lower shelf.
Host: What about during an earthquake?
Prof. Halim: Do not run outside. The walls of the building can collapse and windows can shatter. Stay
indoors and hold on to something strong to protect yourself.
Host: What about after the shaking stops?
Prof. Halim: Check for any injuries. If there is a need, call for help.
Host: Well, that’s all for today. Thank you so much, Professor Halim.
A. Based on the interview, complete each blank with no more than three words. LS: 3.1.2
• Have an (1) emergency • Do not (3) run outside • Check for (5) any injuries
disaster plan . .
as it can save lives. • Hold on to something strong Call for help
• (6)
• Practise drop, cover and
(4) to protect yourself . if there is a need.
hold on.
• Move fragile objects to
(2) a lower shelf .
It is not advisable to run when there is an earthquake because the ground will be shaking and you will
lose your balance. (Accept any suitable answer.)
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1. We use the past continuous tense to talk about ongoing actions that happened in the past.
2. We use short answers to questions that begin with was and were.
A. Fill in the blanks with the past continuous form of the verbs in brackets.
ADVERBS
1. We use adverbs to describe verbs (actions).
2. Adverbs usually end with -ly, -ily or -y.
• The girl sings beautifully.
• Bob is reading quietly.
• Please walk carefully.
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A. Read the statements below. Then, listen to the audio and write True or False.
LS: 1.1.2 Audio
Audio
2 Nobody lives anywhere near volcanoes. False
B. Listen to the audio again. Then, answer the following questions. LS: 1.1.2
2 Which countries make use of the rich soils near the volcanoes?
Indonesia, the Philippines, Japan and Italy make use of the rich soils near the volcanoes.
3 How many per cent of avalanche deaths were caused by a person’s weight?
90 per cent of avalanche deaths was caused by a person’s weight.
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Read. Tick ( ✓ ) the correct statements and cross ( ✗ ) the wrong ones. Correct the wrong statements.
LS: 3.1.2
1 Hanis was playing with her mobile phone when the flood happened. ( ✗ )
Hanis was sleeping in her bedroom when the flood happened.
2 Hanis woke up, because she heard the sound of water gushing into her bedroom. (✓)
3 The rain had stopped when Hanis called the fire brigade. ( ✗ )
It was still raining when Hanis called the fire brigade.
6 Hanis advised others to assemble a disaster supply kit after a flood happens. ( ✗ )
Hanis advised others to assemble a disaster supply kit before a flood happens.
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A. Make sentences about Ina and her family using the past simple and past continuous. The first one
has been done for you.
B. Read the dialogue. Then, fill in the blanks correctly with the past simple or past continuous form
of the verbs in brackets.
Ramesh: Susan, did you know that the landslide destroyed (destroy) (1) Ahmad’s
house?
Susan: Yes, luckily when the landslide occurred, Ahmad and his family managed to get out in time.
Ramesh: Thank goodness! I heard the landslide occurred while Ahmad and his family
were getting (get) (2) ready for the day.
Susan: Yes, that’s true. Ahmad’s father heard a rumble while he was watering the plants outside. He
quickly ran (run) (3) into the house and told everyone to get into the car.
He then drove them away.
Ramesh: Is it true that Ahmad and his brother were having (have) (4) their breakfast
when his father asked everyone to get into the car quickly?
Susan: Yes, that’s true.
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NEWS TODAY
1 Hari, 65, was working in her field when the earthquake hit. It threw her to the ground. She and
her family members could not grab anything from their house. She said the ground was shaking
and there was dust everywhere. The earthquake left her family of 15 homeless. Her neighbours
too lost their homes.
2 John, 70 and his wife, Jan Pascoe, 65, were trapped outside their home in Santa Rose on Monday
while their neighbourhood burned around them. They had nowhere to run to or hide when they
made the decision to seek shelter in the blackened, debris-filled pool next door. Due to their
quick thinking, the couple was able to avoid the deadly heat and embers.
3 Sam Canaday, a teacher, had just seen the last of her class of five-year-olds leave when she
heard tornado sirens. Her own daughter, Kali, was at the same school. Kali’s teacher, Jennifer,
followed the standard procedure and moved the ten children into the hallway. She got them to
kneel with their elbows on the ground and hands over their heads. That protected the children
until the tornado was over.
4 Floods were reported in Mak Mandin and Taman Cantik in mainland Penang. Areas such as
Ayer Itam, Jalan P. Ramlee, Jalan Datuk Keramat, Jalan Thean Teik, Relau, Jalan Masjid
Negeri, Jalan Lumba Kuda, Kampung Kubur, Teluk Bahang, Jalan Perak and Bayan Baru were
badly affected. A landslide was also reported in Tanjung Bungah. Several cars were damaged but
luckily no casualties were reported.
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A. Read the following dialogue. Listen to the audio carefully and complete the blanks
below. LS: 1.1.2 Audio
Audio
Ariff: I was doing my homework when a storm began around 6.00 p.m (2). Luckily, both my
parents had already come home from work.
Devi: Then what happened?
Ariff: It was no ordinary storm. It was a hailstorm (3)!
Devi: Oh dear. Did anyone get hurt?
Ariff: Thank goodness we did not get hurt! However, our cars and the roof (4) of our
house were damaged. A tree (5) was uprooted, and it blocked our driveway.
Devi: It’s a good thing your family was not hurt. Sorry about your cars and the roof of your house.
Ariff: Yes. Thank you. I have to run. A reporter wants to interview (6) me and my family
about what happened yesterday.
Devi: I am looking forward to reading about it.
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Based on the pictures given, write a story about the most memorable day you have had. First, make a
draft of the story in the space below. Then, exchange your draft with a friend and give comments. Write
the story based on your friend’s comments. LS: 4.1.3 Creationtion
one day – school – ice – sky – stopped – soon later – damage – shattered – in the end
– outside – ran – by then – hailstorm – cleaned up
Draft
• was at school and something unexpected happened
• saw small pieces of ice falling from the sky
• everyone found shelter inside the school building
• broken roof tiles on the ground everywhere we went
(Suggested answer)
One day, when I was at school, something unexpected happened. My friends and I were studying
in class when we heard loud sounds coming from the roof. As we looked out of the windows, we saw
small pieces of ice falling from the sky. Most of us wanted to dash outside, but our teacher stopped us.
Soon, it seemed like the sky was falling. Many people who were outside ran for cover. What
seemed like hundreds of pieces of ice were scattered all over the ground. Then the size of the ice got
bigger and bigger. Some were the size of ping pong balls. By then, everyone had found shelter inside the
school building, so no one was injured. We watched the hailstorm and were completely mesmerised.
None of us had expected a hailstorm to happen in Malaysia.
Later, once it was over, we cautiously went outside. The damage was shocking. There were broken roof
tiles on the ground everywhere we went. The ice also shattered a lot of windows. We had to be very careful,
especially near the parking lot because of the broken car windows. In the end, the teachers decided to
cancel all classes. Instead, we had a gotong-royong. Together, we cleaned up the school.
(Suggested answer)
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A. Read stanza 1 from the poem News Break. Then, write a rhyming word for each of the following.
LS: 5.3.1
Rhyming word
B. Rewrite stanza 1 by replacing the underlined words and phrases with other words and phrases of
the same meaning.
Stanza 1
Now why so loving, darling,
And why the sudden kiss?
You’d help me with some little jobs?
For goodness sake, what’s this?
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Listening Non-textbook Based
Non-textbook Based
A. Listen to the audio and fill in the blanks correctly. LS: 1.1.2
Audio
Audio
Linda: Hi, Raju. What do you plan to do during the school holidays?
Raju: Hi, Linda. I plan to work to save money (1). I want to buy a new mobile phone
by the end of the year.
Linda: What work are you going to do?
Raju: I’m going to babysit for my neighbours (2). My neighbours have small children,
and they need someone to look after (3) them when they go out.
Linda: I see. How much are they going to pay you (4)?
Raju: They promised to pay me RM30.00 an hour (5).
Linda: That’s quite a lot (6), and the job is simple.
Raju: Well, it’s not simple when the children I’m going to babysit are naughty. They
never behave (7), and they are very active. I only agreed to babysit them
because I need the money (8) for the phone.
Linda: Ha! Ha! You can remind yourself (9) about the phone when you feel like
quitting.
Raju: Yes, I think that is what I’m going to do (10).
B. Listen to the audio again. Find words in the audio that have the same meaning as the words below.
LS: 1.2.1
4 to give money to someone for something you buy or for work done pay
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A. Read.
B. You want to open a savings account. Ask for advice from your friend. Use the prompts. LS: 2.1.4
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A. Read the passage below. Tick ( ✓ ) the places where you may or may not bargain. LS: 3.1.2
B. Match the words in the text with suitable substitute words. LS: 3.1.3
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A. Complete the table below with details about your allowance. LS: 4.1.1 Application
Phone = RM10.00
Savings = RM5.00
B. Write an essay about your weekly allowance and how you spent it last week. Creation
Every day, my mother gives me RM5.00, so I get RM30.00 for my weekly allowance. Even though
I only go to school five days a week, sometimes I have to attend extra curricular activities on Saturdays.
Normally, I would spend around RM15.00 for food, but I only spent RM5.00 last week. I brought food
from home to save money. It was my mother’s birthday last Sunday, so my siblings and I chipped in
to buy her a present. I gave my sister RM10.00. I also spent RM10.00 on my phone. I am very proud
of myself because I managed to save RM5.00.
(Suggested answer)
Pendidikan Sivik
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Choose one character that interests you in the short story Fair’s Fair. Describe how the character feels
at the end of the story.
Support your answer with evidence from the story. LS: 5.1.1 Creation
At the end of the short story Fair’s Fair, Lee was very happy and felt touched because his friends were
willing to help him raise the money, so that they could all go to the fair together. They could have gone
without him since he did not have any money, but they did everything they could to help him. Even when
they failed to earn any money after their first try, they did not give up.
(Suggested answer)
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PREPOSITIONS
We use prepositions such as against, into, towards etc. to say where something is or how things move and where they
move to.
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Read the questions and look at the pictures. Listen to the audio carefully. Then tick (✓) the
Audio
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A. Work in pairs to ask and answer the questions. Tell a story based on the pictures. LS: 2.1.2, 2.3.1
He thinks he is a
I must be safe in scientist.
the lab.
What do you see? What is he doing? Why? What is his classmate doing?
Extra Practice
What is he doing? How does he What happened? Why is there a patch on his eye?
feel?
(Refer to page 120 in Answers for suggested answer.)
B. What are some science lab safety rules for school students? Write them down. LS: 2.1.2
Extra
Practice
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What is drone technology? There are many types of drones. They can be highly advanced used by big
companies or the simple remote-controlled ones that children play with in the park.
Drones are used in many areas such as for filming, monitoring by the army, and recreational
activities. Drones are also known as Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV). These are mostly used in
situations that are dangerous or difficult to reach by human pilots. Drones are also cheaper to buy than
airplanes.
Although there are advantages, there are some disadvantages. When drones are used in areas with
many people, there is a risk of accidents or damage. This can happen due to the system not working
well or hacking. Improvements are still being made on drones to lessen accidents that can affect the
health and safety of people.
1 Simple drones are the remote-controlled ones that a child can handle. True
2 Drones are used by the army as well as the people who make films. True
3 Human pilots are better at reaching dangerous and difficult situations. False
6 Drones today are completely safe to use, so nothing can improve them now. False
C. Complete the table below with a word from the text. LS: 3.1.4
Meaning Word
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You and your friends have been talking about a personality who has made a difference in the world of
science and technology. In about 120 words, write an essay about that person. You may use the notes
below to help you. LS: 4.1.4, 4.2.2 Creation
someone who is
curious about the
world
A personality in the
amazing and always learning and
world of science and
respected exploring
technology
Extra Practice
leads a busy and
active life
(Suggested answer)
I admire Alexander Graham Bell because he has made a huge difference in our lives. I cannot imagine living
without a phone! I respect the fact that he invented the telephone and formed a telephone company at the
young age of 29.
He was curious about the things around him. He kept on learning and exploring new things. He continued
to test out ideas and led a busy life. He engaged in a variety of scientific activities involving kites, airplanes,
and many more.
I find him amazing. I feel that the world today would not be the same without his discoveries. Without
him, we might still be writing letters to each other. Alexander Graham Bell has been well respected by many
people.
Extra
Practice
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A. Read the poem and match each stanza with its meaning. LS: 5.1.2
Sad I Ams
1 I am I am 3
the ring the battery in which no charge is left
from an empty Cola can the starter motor which remains inert
the scrapings the tyre on which the tread is worn
from an unwashed porridge pan the sparking plug which shows no sign of spark
the severed arm the carburettor chocked by bits of dirt
of last year’s Action Man. the chromium trim from which the shine has gone.
2 I am I am 4
the envelope a garden
on which the gum is gone a library book
overgrown with weeds that no one ever reads
the Sellotape a stray
where you can’t find the end which no one thinks to feed
the toothless stapler, springless bulldog clip the piece of good advice
the dried up liquid paper which no one seems to need.
that mars instead of mends
the stamped addressed reply
that you forgot to send. - By Trevor Millum
Stanza Meaning
1 Stanza 1 A The poet is now describing stationery that
cannot be used any longer.
2 Stanza 2 B This stanza describes parts of the car that do
not work, and the car cannot be driven.
3 Stanza 3 C In this stanza, the poet describes things that
no one pays attention to.
4 Stanza 4 D The poet is describing himself as parts of
things that no one values.
B. Explain the meaning of these lines. The first one has been done for you. LS: 5.1.2
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RELATIVE CLAUSE
1. We use relative clauses to describe and give more information about nouns.
2. We use relative pronouns such as who, that and which in relative clauses.
3 We need to use a source of energy which does not pollute the environment.
6 The school has prepared the classroom which the students will use to show their science
projects.
B. Add the phrase in brackets as a relative clause to the sentence using that or who.
Example: They called a doctor. (The doctor lived nearby)
They called a doctor who lived nearby.
1 My father did not like the waiter. (The waiter was rude)
My father did not like the waiter who was rude.
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Read the list below. Discuss with a friend which place in the list you most/least want to visit. Use the
example below as a guide. LS: 2.1.1
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Read the text below. Then, answer the following questions. LS: 3.1.2
6 Would you like to live in an Orang Asli settlement? Give your reason. Evaluation
Yes, because I can live a carefree life like the Orang Asli./No, because it will be uncomfortable to live
without proper toilets and air conditioners. (Accept any suitable answer.)
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Read the information below. Then, fill in the blanks. LS: 3.1.2
Taman Negara is Malaysia’s main national park. The park is about 150 million years old, and it is one of the oldest
rainforests in the world. It covers an area of 4,343 square kilometres spanning three states: Pahang, Kelantan and
Terengganu. Many people believe that Taman Negara is a place where you only find plants and animals, but Taman Negara
offers more than that. Here are three incredible things you can experience when you are in Taman Negara.
The next time you want to plan a trip, consider visiting Taman Negara. It is a wonderful place for nature lovers!
1 Taman Negara is one of the oldest rainforests in the world because it is about 150 million
years old .
2 Taman Negara covers across three states which are Pahang, Kelantan and Terengganu
3 The world’s largest canopy walk is suspended 45 metres above the ground
4 The best way to see nocturnal creatures in Taman Negara is by joining a night walk
5 The Orang Asli’s way of life has not changed much for many years.
6 One can learn how to start a fire using natural materials and how to use a blowpipe
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A. Complete the sentences with the correct form of the adjectives in brackets.
1 Villages are quieter (quiet) than cities.
6 I couldn’t carry my aunt’s bag because it was heavier (heavy) than mine.
B. Write your own sentences using isn’t/aren’t as … as and the words given below.
1 friendly
Judy isn’t as friendly as Danielle.
2 cheap
Cars aren’t as cheap as motorbikes.
3 sweet
The apples aren’t as sweet as the mangoes.
4 deep
The lake isn’t as deep as the ocean.
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A. Listen to the audio. Then, write True or False for the following statements. LS: 1.1.1
Audio
1 World Wildlife Fund (WWF) aims to protect endangered
species around the world. True
Audio
2 Amur leopards can only be found in parts of China and Vietnam. False
B. Listen to the audio. Then, answer the following questions correctly. LS: 1.1.2
3 Was Sharon hesitant about joining the wildlife volunteer programme in the beginning? Give a reason.
Analysis
Yes, I think Sharon was hesitant about joining the wildlife volunteer programme in the beginning because
volunteers do not get paid for their services. (Accept any suitable answer.)
4 If you are given the opportunity to join a volunteer programme, would you join it? Give your reason.
Evaluation
Yes, I would because I will be able to develop my interpersonal and communication skills in support
of a good cause. (Accept any suitable answer.)
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Read the article. Then, answer the following questions. LS: 3.1.1, 3.1.2
Wildlife
This park is known for large packs of African wild dogs and
herds of elephants. Big cats are often seen in Hwange. and
Landscape
the reserve grounds prove to be a birdwatcher’s paradise
Landscapes in the park include grassland, granite outcrops, desert
with over 400 species.
sand and sparse woodlands.
Activities
Accommodation and Camping Visitors can view the wildlife of Hwange, tour Victoria Falls and
The park has three large rest camps and four smaller Hwange Primary School, as well as participate in a community
permanent camps. project with the local people.
The main camp houses the park headquarters. There is
a variety of accommodations, camping and caravan sites, a When to Visit
restaurant and a supermarket. The best time to visit is from July to October which is the dry
Overnight camping is permitted at picnic sites, and season. This season is the prime time for wildlife viewing in the park.
some of the platforms overlook the waterholes. Early booking Meals
with the National Park Board is recommended. Meals are available at the Hwange Safari Lodge.
2 What do you think the phrase ‘big cats’ refers to? Application
3 Siva and his friends would like to visit the park. What should they do?
They should make an early booking with the National Park Board.
5 Do you think Hwange National Park is a popular tourist attraction? Give a reason. Analysis
Yes, I think Hwange National Park is a popular tourist attraction because the landscape is beautiful
and the wildlife is amazing. (Accept any suitable answer.)
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Video
A/AN, SOME, ANY MUCH, MANY, A LOT OF
1. We use a and an with singular countable nouns. 1. We use much with uncountable nouns, in negative
Video
5 I saw (an / some / any) elephants during my trip to the safari park.
What is a travelogue? A travelogue is a piece of writing about one’s travels. Many/A lot of (1)
people find travelogues useful as they help them to know more about a particular place. If you are one
of those who get to travel to many/a lot of (2) places, why not start a travelogue of your own?
You may think writing a travelogue does not require much (3) effort, but you actually need
a lot of (4) patience to write just one travelogue.
Firstly, you need to do some research on the places that you have visited. Research is a step you should not
skip, otherwise there will not be much (5) information that you can give to your readers. Secondly,
remember to take many/a lot of
(6) photographs of the places you are going to write about. Travelogue
readers will not be convinced about how fun or beautiful a place is if there is not much (7)
evidence. Readers too will find your travelogue boring if there is not much (8) humour in your
writing. So, you may want to describe some funny incidents in your writing.
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Read the advertisement below. Then, answer the following questions. LS: 3.1.1, 3.1.2
BE A VOLUNTEER
Do a G
Good
o
oood De
D
Deed
eed
Join Any of These Activities!
Volunteer to Tutor
If you excel in a particular subject, share your knowledge
with the weaker students.
4 Name one other thing that you can do to help your neighbour. Creation
Take care of his or her pets. / Run errands for him or her. (Accept any suitable answer.)
I would like to join Care for Animals because I want to help the animals.
(Accept any suitable answer.)
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Imagine you are signing up as a volunteer at a local animal shelter. Fill in the blanks with phrases to
express your preferences. Use the expressions below to help you. LS: 4.1.1
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Write an essay entitled ‘My Country Malaysia’. Use the notes given to help you. LS: 4.1.5 Creation
Introduction
• located in Southeast Asia
• capital city – Kuala Lumpur
• multiracial
• celebrate – Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Chinese New Year, Deepavali, Hari Gawai
Weather
• sunny, hot and humid all year round
• wet season
– east coast between November and February
– west coast between April and October
• heavy rain and thunderstorms
Places of interest
• islands – Pulau Langkawi, Pulau Redang, Pulau Pangkor
• highlands – Genting Highlands, Cameron Highlands, Fraser’s Hill
Conclusion
• attracts tourists from around the world
• experience diversity of cultures
• enjoy tropical weather and sandy beaches
Malaysia is located in Southeast Asia. Its capital city is Kuala Lumpur. Malaysia is a multiracial
country. Therefore, Malaysians celebrate various cultural and religious festivals such as Hari Raya Aidilfitri,
Chinese New Year, Deepavali and Hari Gawai.
The weather in Malaysia is sunny, hot and humid all year round. The wet season on the east coast
is between November and February whereas on the west coast, it is from April to October. The country
experiences very heavy rain and thunderstorms during the wet season.
There are many places of interest in Malaysia. These places include beautiful islands such as
Pulau Langkawi, Pulau Redang and Pulau Pangkor. These tropical islands are surrounded by
crystal clear blue water filled with marine life. Tourists can also visit cool green highlands such as
Genting Highlands, Cameron Highlands and Fraser’s Hill to escape the heat.
Malaysia attracts tourists from around the world who want to experience its rich diversity of
cultures. Besides that, tourists also get to enjoy the sunny tropical weather, amazing highlands and
beautiful sandy beaches when they visit Malaysia.
(Suggested answer)
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A. Complete the passage by filling in the blanks with suitable words from the box. LS: 5.3.1
Raj and Sam are Lee’s two best friends. One day, Raj (1) tells his friends that
there is a fair (2) in town and his father is taking them to the fair. However,
Lee (3) cannot go because he has no money (4). Sam (5)
suggests that they get the money by doing some jobs (6) for their mums and dads.
B. Read the information below and write what happens in the story.
2 Lee’s mother does not allow Lee to go to the fair as she has no money .
3 The woman with the shopping bag rewards Lee for returning her purse .
4 The little girl in the park cries when the dog destroys her ball .
5 Raj’s father will take Raj and his friends to the fair .
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Read the questions and look at the pictures. Listen to the audio carefully. Then, tick (✓) the
correct answers. LS: 1.1.1 Audio
Audio
1 Which course did Lingam and his brother sign up for?
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Work with a partner. Discuss the recommended way of handling glass equipment in the science
laboratory. Use these expressions in your conversation. LS: 2.3.2
(Suggested answer)
A: Hi, remember our lesson in the science lab last week?
B: Yes, it was a fun experiment! But it was also quite dangerous.
A: Yes, we had to use some glass apparatus.
B. I have an article on handling glass apparatus in a science lab. Here are some tips.
A: I beg your pardon.
B: I mean, here are some steps we have to take when we are in a science lab. The first tip is we must not use
any cracked or broken glass equipment.
A: We are lucky because our teachers have removed all the cracked equipment.
B: Then, we must not touch hot equipment with our hands. We must use a pair of tongs. Are you following
me?
A: Yes, I am. If we break any glass, what do we do?
B: According to these instructions, we must tell our teacher straightaway.
A: Normally, we will try to clean it up ourselves instead of telling the teacher.
B: Yes, but safety first. We may get hurt if we try to clean it up ourselves.
A: You are right. We don’t want that.
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Read the passage below. Answer the questions that follow. LS: 3.2.1
Natural Farming
Farming activities mostly involve ploughing the land, tilling, pruning, and fertilising the land with
agricultural equipment and chemical fertilisers. The methods were seen as problematic by a young
Japanese research assistant as he believed the use of chemical fertilisers is the root cause of various
health problems. Concerned, Masanobu Fukuoka experimented with alternative ways of farming and
eventually developed ‘natural farming’, which does not involve any manufactured tools and fertilisers.
That is why the technique is also called ‘do-nothing farming’.
According to Masanobu, farmers must take advantage of the local environment of a farming area
and make full use of the flora and fauna to help fertilise the crops. Being trained in microbiology and
agricultural science, his methods have successfully produced plants ranging from citrus trees to rice
and barley without any pruning and tilling. His phenomenal discovery prompted him to write books
to spread word on the benefits of his unconventional method.
At the age of 66, he started travelling around the world. He gave lectures and provided
consultations to farmers on how to plant seeds and re-vegetate areas, mainly developing countries
where conventional farming involved high costs. Masanobu travelled to Somalia and Ethiopia where
he shared his knowledge to re-vegetate desert areas, remote villages and even refugee camps!
He received multiple awards from many countries for his knowledge and contribution. He passed
away on 16 August 2008 at the age of 95. He has left behind many trees and fruits of his labour, all
over the world.
5 In your opinion, how would refugee camps benefit from natural farming? Evaluation
Refugee camps can grow their own food although they may lack the agricultural tools and fertilisers to
grow crops. (Accept any suitable answer.)
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Recommended
by
My favourite
Benefits mobile Price
application
How it helps
with my life
My favourite mobile application is Spotify. It is a digital music service where you can download many
songs and listen to them anytime you want. It was recommended by my friends who also have the
application on their phones. It is a free music service, but you have to pay RM14.90 per month if you want
to listen to the songs without any interruptions from advertisements. I download all my favourite songs, and
I listen to them when I am bored. It makes me happy when I am alone or in need of some calming music
when I am tired or angry. It also makes my life easier as I do not have to find my favourite songs each time
I want to listen to them.
(Suggested answer)
Pendidikan Sivik
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1 Based on the novel that you have read, name an object which plays a major role or is important in the
story.
The Swiss Family Robinson: The tree house
20,000 Leagues Under the Sea: The submarine
King Arthur: The round table
20,000 Leagues Under the Sea: This submarine is comfortable and has its own electricity. Captain Nemo
has created this incredible submarine which provides extraordinary value to humanity if it is used properly.
King Arthur: Before using the round table, knights who sat at the head of the table were seen as to have
higher power or position over the others. This made the knights jealous. King Arthur gathered his knights
at this round table because it meant that they were all equal with one another. This is because a round
table had no head. So, there were no more fights amongst the knights.
(Suggested answer)
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INFINITIVE OF PURPOSE
1. An infinitive is the basic form of a verb.
2. We use to and an infinitive to show why an action is done.
• Nita went to the pharmacy to buy some medicine.
• Ai Hoon uses a pen to write her notes.
• Mr Lee came to collect his parcels.
B. Complete the sentences below with the most suitable answers. The first one has been done for you.
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Audio
(b) Exchange rate
3 How do you find out which currency is the strongest in the world?
By comparing it to the U.S. dollar.
The passage is about the best currency and foreign exchange rate.
(Suggested answer)
B. Listen to the audio again. Complete the table below with information from the text.
Number of people using the U.S. dollar officially 4 about 350 million
6 the Bahamas
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Talk about the pictures. You may jot down notes to help you speak. LS: 2.4.1, 2.1.4
1 2
Why do you think the boy buys the vegetables at the street market instead of at the grocery shop?
In the first picture, the boy is at a grocery shop. He looks at the prices of vegetables there. In the second
picture, the boy is at the street market. He looks at the prices of vegetables there. In the last picture, the
boy is buying vegetables at the street market. I think the boy buys vegetables at the street market to save
money because he found out that the prices of vegetables at the street market are cheaper than at the
grocery shop.
(Suggested answer)
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Read the following blog post. Then, complete the statements below in no more than three words. LS: 3.1.2
Well, given the last few months, I am sure many of us have begun to warm up to the idea of e-wallets as
an alternative to cash. However, my mum never saw the need for this cashless transaction until Covid-19
happened. She used to trust cash for all her shopping and payment of utilities.
She said she was worried about the security system and transactions. ‘What if someone else got to know
my password? What if I were to lose my mobile phone? What if someone steals my data or hacks into my
account or e-wallet?’ What if… What if… the list seemed endless.
However, when the pandemic struck, she got worried and anxious about handling money. ‘Who knows
where the RM50.00 has been? Or who has touched it? You just can’t tell if the coronavirus is on it!’
My dad is just the opposite. He is up to date with technology, so it is not an issue for him. He is an avid
user of the e-wallet. He uses e-wallets for almost everything: groceries, food, coffee, etc. He uses it
whenever he can to get points. I must say he is indeed a digital currency fan! As a matter of fact, my dad
has subscribed to two providers already: GrabPay and Boost.
So, with the help from my dad, my 38-year-old mum finally signed up for an e-wallet. Now she cannot
imagine leaving home with cash. I believe she is not the only one new to this ‘cashless convert’ due to the
Covid-19 pandemic.
I am very supportive of cashless payment. As I see it, it is very convenient and helps me to keep record of
my expenses.
1 The writer’s mother did not want to use cashless transaction because she was
worried about the security system.
2 When the pandemic struck , the writer’s mother was anxious if the coronavirus
would be on her money.
5 The writer’s father has subscribed to two providers namely GrabPay and Boost.
6 The writer’s opinion of cashless payment is that it is very convenient and helps in
keeping a record of his expenses.
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Item purchased
Paragraph 1
Price
From: [email protected]
To: [email protected]
Subject: My Most Important Purchase
Hi Geetha,
Last month, I bought a bag that I had been wanting to have for so long. It was a limited edition
Lesportsac bag with Hello Kitty print. It was initially released in Japan several months ago, and it
was then that I set my mind to save enough money to buy it.
It took me three months to save up RM300.00. I offered to do household chores for my neighbours
and in exchange, they paid me handsomely for each chore. I also saved my lunch money and sometimes,
I brought leftovers from home. My mother was very happy that no food was wasted anymore.
When the bags were finally sold in Malaysian stores, I was the happiest person! I bought my bag
with my own savings and to my surprise, it was much cheaper than I had thought. I could not bargain
because I bought it in a shopping mall in Kuala Lumpur. However, I still had RM100.00 left, and I
saved it for my next significant purchase.
Diana
(Suggested answer)
SEND
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Read stanza 1 from the poem News Break and answer the following questions. LS: 5.1.1
Stanza 1
Max Fatchen
2 Why do you think the child in the poem News Break is doing some little jobs?
A He is scared his parents would scold him if he does not do household chores.
B He wants to keep his room clean because he knows cleanliness is important.
C He is proud of his report card, and that made him change his usual behavior.
D He wants to please his parents before showing them his report card.
I always help my parents to clean the living room because I believe that a dirty house breeds germs.
I do not want my family members to fall sick.
(Suggested answer)
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PASSIVE SENTENCES
1. Passive sentences are sentences in which the subject does not perform the action of the verb. Instead, the action of
the verb is done to the subject.
2. We use by to show the person or thing doing the action.
A. Change each sentence to the passive form. Use the simple present tense.
1 Diana’s brother spends a lot of money.
A lot of money is spent by Diana’s brother.
B. Change each sentence to the passive form. Use the simple past tense.
1 Mum prepared a grocery list.
A grocery list was prepared by Mum.
2 The students learned about budgeting and investment.
Budgeting and investment were learned by the students.
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Read the guide below. Then, take turns to ask and answer the questions that follow with your partner.
LS: 2.3.1
Yes, I would like to visit the Science Museum. I want to gain hands-on experience of living in space and
examining ancient plants.
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Read the magazine article and answer the following questions. LS: 3.1.2, 3.2.1
Read the following article and complete the table. LS: 3.1.2
Google Classroom is a free web service developed by Google. The primary objective of this application
is to help teachers to create, distribute and grade assignments. In other words, teachers can manage all the
documents that their students need online.
Teachers can make use of Google Classroom in many ways. Teachers can create assignments for
their students. Once teachers have created an assignment, they can upload it for their students to read or
work on. A notification of any new assignment will be emailed to the students. The students can submit
their completed work when finished, and the teacher can then grade the assignments.
Besides that, teachers can make announcements for the whole class. Google Classroom also allows
teachers to store any other documents for the students on Google Drive. Students can respond or comment
on assignments and announcements as well as email each other through the Classroom interface.
There is so much to explore and discover in Google Classroom and the experience is very enriching.
All you need is a Google Classroom account to use it.
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GERUNDS
WILL/WON’T: AFFIRMATIVE AND NEGATIVE
1. We use will and won’t to make predictions about the
future.
2. In affirmative sentences, will is contracted to ’ll.
3. In negative sentences, will not is contracted to won’t.
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Listen to the audio. Then, circle the correct pictures. LS: 1.1.2
Audio
1
Audio
2
3
30
27°C
20
10
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Read the text. Then, answer the following questions. LS: 3.1.2
Datuk Dr Sheikh Muszaphar Shukor was selected to be the first Malaysian astronaut. He lifted off on board
Soyuz TMA-11 rocket to the International Space Station in 2007. He is the first Muslim astronaut to go
into space during the fasting month of Ramadan.
According to Dr Sheikh Muszaphar, he had always wanted to go into space since he was ten years
old. ‘I remember looking up to the sky imagining that I was there. I always knew that one day I would go
to space.’
Dr Sheikh Muszaphar stressed that it is important to hold on to and realise our dreams. ‘You’ve got
to believe in yourself. Some people dream about doing great things but do not do anything about them.
Keep your dreams alive and keep doing things that will take you closer to your goals. Then, when the
opportunity arises, grab it, go for it,’ said Dr Sheikh.
He encouraged young people to have the mental strength to pursue their dreams. ‘Look at Einstein.
He never passed his high school exams and yet, he was at the forefront of many scientific discoveries. It
is more about how you think and your perspective towards the circumstances that surround you. It’s all
about your mindset.’
He urged young people to practise visualising that they will achieve their dreams. ‘Every night before
I slept, I would always see it in my mind. I would visualise that I was going to space one day,’ he said.
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3 According to Dr Sheikh Muszaphar, why are some people not able to achieve their dreams?
Some people are not able to achieve their dreams because they only dream about but do not do
anything about them.
4 What does Dr Sheikh Muszaphar encourage young people to have in order to pursue their dreams?
He encourages them to have mental strength.
Yes, I would like to because I want to see the Earth from the moon.
(Accept any suitable answer.)
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FIRST CONDITIONAL situation first. We use the comma between the two parts
1. We use the first conditional to talk about situations that of the sentence.
are likely to happen in the future and their results. 3. We use the present simple after if in first conditional
• If you tell lies (situation), you’ll be punished (result). sentences.
• You’ll be punished (result) if you tell lies (situation). 4. We use will and won’t to talk about the result of the
2. We must use a comma when we write If + conditional conditional action.
List A List B
1 If Danny studies every day, if I don’t help her mop the floor.
2 If we complete our homework on time, we won’t be scolded by our teachers. (Accept any suitable answer.)
3 If you don’t buy the ticket, you won’t get to enter the theme park. (Accept any suitable answer.)
4 We won’t have enough time to study if we go to Pulau Tioman this weekend. (Accept any suitable answer.)
5 If I have my own car, I’ll drive to town myself. (Accept any suitable answer.)
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Puan Ruby: How did you tap the washer? Maybe the direction of the launch (2) was wrong.
Azlin: I tapped it straight and away from the glass (3).
Puan Ruby: Try to tap it sideways (4). Do it gently and quickly.
Azlin: OK. Let me try again. Oops! I can’t do it.
Puan Ruby: You have used too much force (5). That’s why the washer hit the glass. Try
again, Azlin. Tap it gently sideways.
Azlin: Yes, I did it!
Puan Ruby: Good job (6), Azlin!
B. Listen to the audio and circle the correct answers. LS: 1.1.2
2 Azlin could not get the washer to ‘orbit’ the glass probably because
A the direction of the launch was wrong.
B the glass was not in the right position.
4 Azlin could not get the washer to ‘orbit’ the glass during her second try because she
A did not tap the washer.
B used too much force.
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A. Work in pairs. Fill in the blanks with the correct answers. Then, take turns to practise the dialogue
with your partner. LS: 2.3.1
(2)
I think in the future people will have mobile phones built into their bodies.
Fiona: Yes, I think so too. I know something else that we can put in our scrapbook. Let’s put pictures
of robots that can cook and clean for us
(3).
Clare: I know! We can each design our own robot. It will be interesting to see what our imagination can
create.
Fiona: That’s a good idea! Why don’t we put pictures of how cities in the future will look like?
Clare: Yes, let’s do that. Maybe we could also put pictures of holographic newspapers
(4).
Fiona: Great! Our scrapbook is going to be amazing.
B. Look at the pictures below and discuss with your partner about what you want to put in a time
capsule. Use the dialogue above as a guide.
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Creation
When writing out your opinion, you are encouraged to use the phrases on one hand and on the other
hand. You may also use the notes given.
We like robots mainly because they can perform many tasks in a short time. We also like them because
they can do their work automatically. However, do you think robots will ever have emotions? Many
people have different opinions on this subject.
On one hand, having emotions may help robots to make crucial decisions just as a human
would. They may be even better at understanding and caring for other human beings. If such robots
exist, we will be able to communicate with them and convey our ideas effectively.
On the other hand, intelligent robots with emotions may act in their own interests. This will affect us
greatly because the robots will create a ‘jobless future’ for humans. I believe many companies prefer
robots to humans because robots will rarely make mistakes. Therefore, maybe robots will replace
humans entirely in some workplaces in the future.
In conclusion, I think robots will probably have emotions. After all, human beings are innovative,
so there is a possibility that robots with emotions can be created.
(Suggested answer)
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Analysis
TERM PLOT
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Complete the bubble map below with your thoughts and ideas. LS: 4.1.3 Creation
The World
in 10 Years
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Follow the steps below to create the video advertisement. LS: 4.2.3 Creation
Script:
Feedback:
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comic strip. Follow the steps below to create the comic strip. LS: 4.1.3, 5.3.1 Creation
Title:
Plot:
Characters:
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UNIT 11: Life on Earth
Speaking Speaking
A. (Accept any suitable answer.) (Accept any suitable answer.)
Picture 1 Adam wants to be safe when he carries out Reading 1
experiments in his school science lab. So, he wears 1 (a) approachable
goggles, gloves, and a lab coat. (b) respectful
Picture 2 His classmate, James, feels that this is not a must. (c) friendly
He laughs at Adam. He feels that Adam is showing 2 The traditional Orang Asli houses are made of bamboo, wood
off when he is only a school boy. and palm trees.
3 They collect fruits and other produce.
Picture 3 Adam does not care. He carries on doing his work 4 They have learnt to start a fire, make poisoned arrows, firing
carefully. He is happy that he can complete it safely. weapons and hunt in the forest.
5 They run around the village in the evenings, and they bathe and
Picture 4 James hasn’t been careful and has a little accident.
catch fish in the stream.
There is a small explosion.
6 (Accept any suitable answer.)
Picture 5 James has an eye injury. It has to be covered while it Yes, because I can live a carefree life like the Orang Asli./No,
heals. He is sad and regretful for not being careful. because it would be uncomfortable to live without proper toilets
and air conditioners.
B. (Suggested answer.)
1 Students must wear safety goggles, gloves, and a lab coat. Reading 2
2 Students should never work in the science lab without a 1 150 million years old
teacher. 2 Pahang, Kelantan and Terengganu
3 Students must follow all instructions when conducting a 3 45 metres above the ground
science experiment. 4 joining a night walk
4 Students must read the labels carefully before using any 5 has not changed much
science equipment. 6 to use a blowpipe
5 Students must keep chemicals away from their mouth and Grammar 1
body. A. 1 quieter 3 worse 5 more crowded
Reading 2 best 4 smelliest 6 heavier
B. 1 True 3 False 5 True B. 1 Judy isn’t as friendly as Danielle.
2 True 4 False 6 False 2 Cars aren’t as cheap as motorbikes.
C. 1 monitoring 3 disadvantages 3 The apples aren’t as sweet as the mangoes.
2 recreational 4 hacking 4 The lake isn’t as deep as the ocean.
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10 time. We also like them because they can do their work automatically.
However, do you think robots will ever have emotions? Many people
have different opinions on this subject.
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On one hand, having emotions may help robots to make
crucial decisions just as a human would. They may be even better at
understanding and caring for human beings. If such robots exist, we will
be able to communicate with them and convey our ideas effectively.
Reading 3 On other hand, intelligent robots with emotions may act in their
1 It was the Soyuz TMA-11. own interests. This will affect us greatly because the robots will create
2 He went to the International Space Station in 2007. a ‘jobless future’ for humans. I believe many companies prefer robots
3 Some people are not able to achieve their dreams because they to humans because robots will rarely make mistakes. Therefore, maybe
only dream about but do not do anything about them. robots will replace humans entirely in some workplaces in the future.
4 He encourages them to have mental strength. In conclusion, I think robots will probably have emotions. After
5 The word ‘forefront’ means ‘in a leading position’. all, human beings are innovative, so there is a possibility that robots
6 (Accept any suitable answer.) Yes, I would like to because I with emotions can be created.
want to see the Earth from the moon.
Literature in Action
Grammar 2
TERM PLOT
A.
List A List B
Exposition The Swiss Family Robinson
1 If Danny studies if I don’t help her The A family gets stranded on a remote island.
every day, mop the floor. beginning 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea
of the story Professor Pierre Aronnax is asked to go on a search
2 if he doesn’t get
If we leave the where the mission to find a mysterious creature that has been
any ang pows for
concert early, characters sinking ships. His team meets Captain Nemo.
Chinese New Year.
and the
setting are King Arthur
3 Nurul won’t help me he’ll do well in his
introduced. Arthur became king because he pulled the sword
with my homework examination.
from the stone.
4 My brother won’t you’ll have a
Climax The Swiss Family Robinson
be happy stomach ache.
This is the The family feels that the island is their home.
5 we won’t be able to highest point They work hard to survive.
If you eat too much,
get his autograph. of interest 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea
and the Nemo attacks a warship. The men decide they
B. (Accept any suitable answer.)
turning point must escape.
1 if I walk alone at night.
of the story.
2 we won’t be scolded by our teachers. King Arthur
3 you won’t get to enter the theme park. One of Arthur's knights, his son Mordred,
4 if we go to Pulau Tioman this weekend. wanted to become king and encouraged King
5 I’ll drive to town myself. Arthur to battle Lancelot.
Listening 2 Resolution The Swiss Family Robinson
Listening transcript This is An English ship comes to rescue Jenny and
the final invites everyone to board the ship. Some decide
Azlin: Puan Ruby, I gave a light tap on the metal washer
outcome or to stay and some leave.
just now, but it didn’t ‘orbit’ the glass. I wonder what
untangling 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea
went wrong.
of events in Aronnax returns to France and continues writing.
Puan Ruby: How did you tap the washer? Maybe the direction of
the story.
the launch was wrong. King Arthur
Azlin: I tapped it straight and away from the glass. While in battle with his son Mordred, King
Puan Ruby: Try to tap it sideways. Do it gently and quickly. Arthur died and Mordred was also wounded.
Azlin: OK. Let me try again. Oops! I can’t do it.
Puan Ruby: You have used too much force. That’s why the washer
hit the glass. Try again, Azlin. Tap it gently sideways. UNIT 15: Fun Activities
Azlin: Yes, I did it! Project-based Learning 1
Puan Ruby: Good job, Azlin! (Accept any suitable answer.)
A. 1 the metal washer 4 tap it sideways Project-based Learning 2
2 direction of the launch 5 too much force (Accept any suitable answer.)
3 away from the glass 6 Good job Project-based Learning 3
B. 1 B 2 A 3 B 4 B 5 B (Accept any suitable answer.)
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Activities:
1. Divide students into groups of four.
2. Teacher gives a newspaper report about a child who has been abused by his/her parent.
3. Ask students to read the report and discuss why abuse takes place at home. Students have a
brainstorming session.
4. A group representative takes down the ideas and presents them to the class.
Volunteer at a local
child abuse shelter
5. Get students to work in pairs. Discuss and write out the telephone conversation. Then, do a role-play.
Your neighbour Intan: Hello, Nur Hotline. I would like to report my neighbour. He abuses his
always abuses children almost on a daily basis.
his/her children. Operator: What does he do?
You wish to Intan: He often beats them with a belt even for the smallest mistakes. At
report him/her. times, to punish them, he makes them stand in the sun for hours.
You telephone Operator: Thank you for informing us. We will definitely look into this. May I
Nur Hotline. know your neighbour’s address?
Intan: It’s No. 64, Jalan Semarak 1, Taman Semarak, 50100 Kuala Lumpur.
(Suggested answer)
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Activities:
1. Get students to form groups.
2. Each group must discuss the types of natural resources available and how these resources are utilised.
(Accept any suitable answer.)
3. Each group member takes a turn to jot down an idea related to the topic on a sheet of paper.
4. A group representative presents their ideas to the class.
5. Teacher then discusses the following situations with the students.
What would you do if you came across these situations?
Situation 1: Situation 2:
A burst water pipe by the roadside. Fans and lights switched on in an empty classroom.
Situation 3: Situation 4:
Shopkeeper giving away a lot of plastic bags. People throwing rubbish into the drain.
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Activities:
1. Ask students to work in pairs.
2. Each pair (if possible) has students of different races.
3. The students take turns to interview each other about their customs and taboos.
(Accept any suitable answer.)
4. Ask students to study the following situations. They have to choose the right course of action and give
their opinion.
Situation 1: Action:
Siti, Devi and Su Ling are friends and classmates. Since Devi and Su Ling can show their respect
it is the fasting month, Siti is fasting. by not eating in front of Siti.
Situation 2: Action:
It is already the end of the year. Your class wants to have Before ordering the food, I must take
a year-end party. into consideration my classmates’ respective
Before ordering the food, what should you consider? religions and order accordingly.
Situation 3: Action:
Deepavali is just around the corner. You have a few I can help to hold a celebration for them in
Hindu classmates. school.
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1. Teacher shows a video on ways to save the environment. (link: https://www.youtube.com/
watch?v=gUhxcdzRgLQ)
2. Students have to work in pairs. Discuss other ways to save the environment and write them down.
3. One student from each pair must then present their ideas to the class.
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Activities:
1. Get students to work in pairs.
2. Each pair must stage a role-play of the following situations. One student must advise the other on how to
overcome the problem.
Situation 1: Situation 2:
Your friend has just failed his/her mathematics Your brother has just lost a race. He is very
exam. He/She is feeling miserable. upset.
What advice can you give your friend? What advice can you give him?
Situation 3:
Your classmate did not win a singing competition.
He/She is very unhappy.
What advice can you give your classmate?
Leela: Hi, Sandra. Why do you look so miserable? Is everything okay?
Sandra: I failed my mathematics exam. I just don’t understand why I failed. I did put in a lot of effort.
Leela: Sandra, I am sorry to hear that. You must not give up.
Sandra: What can I do?
Leela: You can do more mathematics practices. You could also get a tutor to help you.
Sandra: You are right. I should work harder and get a tutor.
Leela: You can do it, Sandra. I have faith in you.
Sandra: Thanks, Leela, for your vote of confidence.
(Suggested answer)
3. Teacher gives students a poem to read. Pose some questions about the poem. Discuss the answers.
Sample poem:
You may see me struggle, I’m going to wear the biggest smile,
but you won’t see me fall. even though I want to cry.
Regardless if I’m weak or not,
I’m going to stand tall. I’m going to fight to live,
Everyone says life is easy, And even though it’s hard
but truly living it is not. and I may struggle through it all,
you may see me struggle...
Times get hard, but you will NEVER see me fall.
people struggle
Joyce Alcantara
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Activities:
1. Students sit in a circle in different groups.
2. Teacher to provide each group with a ball.
3. The student who holds the ball must give one characteristic of a good citizen.
4. He/She then passes the ball to the next student.
Characteristics of a Good Citizen
• Practises tolerance • Responsible • Accountable
• Self-disciplined • Moral courage • Honest
• Contributes to society • Humble
(Suggested answer)
5. Teacher distributes some cards with written statements.
6. Students to work in groups. They have to decide if the statements are true or false.
A good citizen loves his neighbour and does To be a good citizen, one must obey the rule
not cause him/her harm. of law and respect authority.
(True) (True)
One of the traits of a good citizen is to only A good citizen is helpful and courteous to all
help our own family. the citizens of the country.
(False) (True)
A good citizen only cares about the cleanliness To be a good citizen, you must volunteer
of his own home. your services to help the less fortunate in
your country.
(False)
(True)
Teacher asks students to To be a good citizen, it’s important to be able to
discuss the meaning of the put yourself in other people’s shoes and see the big
saying. picture. If everything you see is rooted in your own
identity, that becomes difficult or impossible.
(Accept any suitable answer.)
Eli Pariser
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Objectives:
1. Knowledge: Explain the importance of cultivating friendships across borders wisely
2. Socioemotional: Appreciate your relationship with your friends
3. Action: Act assertively to deal with negative peer influence
Activities:
1. Students to work in groups.
2. Teacher to show a circle map to the class:
kind-hearted
optimistic polite
Tell students to complete the circle
map with positive characteristics of
a good friend. Discuss the answers
brave Characteristics responsible
with them. of a Good
(Suggested answer) Friend honest
loyal
non-judgemental
caring
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Activity 1 Scrapbook
Example:
(Accept any suitable answer.)
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1. Ask each of the students to bring his or her favourite storybook to the class.
2. Based on the story, tell them to find out the:
• settings
• characters
• themes
• moral values
3. Tell students to write their answers in the form of a graphic organiser.
4. Select some students to present their work to the class.
Example:
Title of the storybook: The Lightning Thief (by Rick Riordan)
Settings:
• Places
– New York Characters:
– Los Angeles • Percy Jackson
– Camp Half-Blood • Annabeth Chase
– Mount Olympus • Grover Underwood
• Time • Chiron
– Modern • Luke
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1. Ask each of the students to bring his or her favourite storybook to the class.
2. Tell them to identify the main characters in the story.
3. Ask them to describe each character using adjectives or adjective phrases.
4. Tell them to write their answers in the form of a bubble map.
5. Select some students to present their work to the class.
Example:
Title of the storybook: Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone (by J.K. Rowling)
brave kind
HARRY
POTTER
loyal patient
kind funny
RON
WEASLEY
loyal friendly
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Ng Cheong Choon
Ng Cheong Choon is a Malaysian engineer working in Detroit, United States. He loves his
job (1), but his family means the world to him. One night, he came home and
saw his two daughters (2) making bracelets from rubber bands. This reminded him of the
time when he used to make jumping ropes from rubber bands which was a traditional hobby (3)
enjoyed by many children in Malaysia when he was little. So, he tried linking the rubber bands together, but
they kept falling apart (4). After his daughters went to bed, he created a plastic device
that could join the rubber bands together to make beautiful (5) bracelets.
His daughters were very excited
(6) when he presented the bracelets to them. The
girls showed the masterpieces around school and to their neighbourhood friends (7).
Soon, requests started pouring in. Not long after, Ng was busy making bracelets to fulfil the
demands (8) by his daughters’ friends and families. His eldest daughter then
suggested that they should sell them to the public (9). They named their product
‘Rainbow Loom’. They also started video tutorials to show their customers (10)
how to create different bracelet designs using the rubber bands and the plastic device. To date, they have
sold (11) more than 3 million Rainbow Loom units, and the video tutorials have
been viewed more than 13 million times.
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During an Earthquake
• Hide under a sturdy desk or table.
• If you are outside, stay in the open, away from buildings and power lines.
After an Earthquake
• Do not attempt to go into any building until the police confirms its safety.
• Be careful of broken glass and sharp objects.
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