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This could be due to environmental awareness, poor quality of print and changing times. 3. Which of the following is true? A. Phillumenists refer to the hobby of matchbox collecting. B_ People collect matchboxes to preserve the environment Some matchboxes contain artwork that portray important events. 1119/1 Firasat SPM 2021: English (CEFR) suuT KM2-2 suuT We're Hiring! We are 1o2titt Media Manager ve are looking for a creative and efficien applicant to build focal mein restore Sot brand. He/She will be required to run campaigns, develop written and engage influencers community. 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There are a few events that you might find interesting. 1 would suggest the Taste of Peranakan Carnival in Melaka. Held in Jonker Street, it will showcase all aspects of the Peranakan community including their history, culture and tradition, food, costume, and much more. You will also get to experience the amazing dance and music performance by famous Peranakan artistes. ‘Another event is the Colours in the Sky Fiesta in Kota Bharu. This is in honour of the wau tradition in Kelantan. Renowned local kite-makers will be participating in this event so get ready to see the ‘unique and beautiful kites flying high in the sky. I think you will enjoy both the events. Love, Wendy (© Penerbit IImu Bakti Sdn, Bhd, 732516-M) 2021 19/1 4. The main responsibility of the position advertised isto A set up an online community B promote the brand on social media © become an influencer for the brand. 5. From the advertisement, we know that A. the café is promoting local cuisines B the price is valid throughout the year CC _ there will be a special Merdeka celebration at the café 6 The email tells us that ‘A. Wendy prefers the Colours in the Sky Fiesta B afew celebrities will be taking part in the Taste of Peranakan Carnival € the Colours in the Sky Fiesta will showcase the lifestyle of Kelantanese people [Lihat halaman sebelah KM2-3 oe sour KUALA SELANGOR: The Health Ministry has directed district health officials to monitor schools, Where the influenza A virus outbreak has been detected. Dr Adham Baba said influenza infection detected in several schools i still under control and no school closure order has been made so far. In the meantime, Education Minister Dr Mohd Radai said to date, only two classes at SJKC Li Hwa Butterworth, Penang, had been closed after five Pupils were diagnosed with influenza A Influenza isan infection with flu symptoms such as fever, sore throat, cough, headache, muscle and joint pain, and fatigue. The virus can lead to severe infections in high-risk groups such as children, the elderly, pregnant women and those with chronic illnesses, poser S| eee nee Hip Hop World Dance Final For the first time ever, 15 teams from around the World will battle for the world ttle right here in KL. These teamshave made it to the finals after defeating hundreds of others on the preliminary rounds. Witness various hip hop dance styles showcased by the teams to impress the judges as they battle for the top prize! Date: 22 March 2021 Time : 3pm. Venue : Putra Stadium, Bukit Jalil Tickets : RM30 For more info, log on to ware hiphopworlddance com 1119/1 Firasat SPM 2021: English (CEFR) M197, What does the news report say about the influe; outbreak? 5 ‘A. Two schools in Penang had been closed due to the outbreak. B_ Several schools in Selangor had been closed to contain the disease C Children, the elderly and pregnant women are more susceptible to the infection ‘The Hip Hop World Dance Final A. isa local dance competition B_ isheld for the first time in Kuala Lumpur C will be held on the same day as the preliminary rounds KM2-4 suLit suuiT a 19/1 Questions 9 to 18, Read the text below and choose the pase en best word for each space, For each question, mark the correct lelter A, B, C or D on your Mini Malaysia & ASEAN Cultural Park Mini Malaysia & ASEAN Cultural Park is a place esa ere Timp rcstive roplices, of Peathionat Malaysian and ASEAN homes can be seen, The Park is located a few kilometres outside of Melaka, © an interest in’ tradi place to go (10) the town of Ayer Keroh. If you have nal architecture, this is the perfect Each of the homes (11) the architectural style of the 13 states in Malaysia and is fumished with various arts and crafts which depict the culture of each state. Inside each house, you (12) _ find a range of genuine handicrafts originating from each state or county. Other (13) _________ in the park include horse riding, kayaking, fishing and more, Therefore, (14) _______ is agreat opportunity to see Malaysian architecture and heritage in a short, all-encompassing outing, It is also a nice break (15) _______ the hustle and bustle of nearby urban Melaka. At the Mini Malaysia Complex, there is a model of an Orang Asli village. (16) the park is a good way to spend an afternoon, and entrance into both Mini Malaysia and ASEAN Cultural Park is included in one ticket (17) A great place for families, kids can (18) to play traditional games such as congkak or even hone their skills on an Iban blowpipe. There are cultural dance shows on weekends for the public too. A why B_ when c ©®) where A. near B_ warm, a D> around 10 A explore B explores S D_ exploring 11 A. paints B_ follows @ D_ represents 2A will B may c D_ should 1B A baits B charms invitations D_ attractions 4 A this B that C these D_ thos 15 A in B on © with D_ from 16 A_ Exploring B Travelling C Analysing D_ Examining 7 A list B bill price D value 18 A see B teach © learn D enjoy [Lihat halaman sebelah KM2-5 ‘SULIT © Penerbit mu Bakti Sdn. Bhd. (732516-M0 2021 uur Part 3 You are going to read an extract from an article. For ‘the correct letter A, B, Cor Don your answer sheet Neighbours come by chance and if they are wonderful, itis blessing to us, That was what I thought because I met a lot of interesting people when | rented out a unit next to my apartment. Four years ago, a young, ‘couple came to reside there. They were introduced by My agent and I negotiated with the wife for the rental One evening, while 1 was playing the guitar and trying to write a song, there was a knock on my door. To my surprise, it was Mathew James, my new neighbour, and he had a bicycle light in his hand. He said he knew I often cycled at night but my bike had no light. It was dangerous, he said. We became quite friendly after that, He lived next door for several years. ‘Then, one aftemoon, I received a disturbing call from my office. An FBI agent would like to speak to ‘me to enquire about my tenant. I thought it could wait because I was about to go to a concert, But the officer sounded serious about the matter. At the office, I was shoved a poster of a WANTED man. Immediately, T could recognise the familiar face though the name was different. Was this the man who bought me a bike light because he was worried I was cycling at night? The next thing the FBI wanted was my help to apprehend the criminal. For a few minutes I was taken aback because I was unsure of what I was involved in. It was not as simple as I thought. The first thing I had to do was to give them the spare keys. However, that was not all. I was supposed to go and knock on the door to see whether he was there. But they changed their plan. An agent placed himself at the window which had a good view of the James's balcony from across the street. Another had to go to my apartment. So, I told him to go through an alley on the side so he did not have to walk in front of the building. As for me, Thad to walk in front in order not to arouse any suspicion. After I got in, I drew a floor plan of the James's unit. The officer was throwing ideas around trying to find isn questions 19 t0 26, choose the correct answer (A, B, C oF D) and mark @ way to trap the notorious criminal. As we shared the main wall, we decided to break into his storage locker While the plan was being laid out, I Googled the man whom I thought was my nice ordinary neighbour What I read made my blood run cold. Perhaps he would hurt me or probably be ready with a gun if he had to. The initial shock at discovering, his secret had made me forget my relationship with Mathew This was a man who had never been anything but nice to me. In fact, every year he would not forget to buy me a Christmas present. Second thoughts encroached me and I started to waver and was apprehensive of rendering help to the FBI. In the end, I reluctantly made the call but was a bit relieved when there was no answer. The officers insisted that I went over and knocked on the door Fortunately, his wife returned the call. “Claire, the storage has been broken into. ‘Ask Mathew to meet me or [have to call the police.” From the window, I could see Claire’s worried look. Mathew agreed to come down. When I went to the streets, there were police cars and half a dozen FBI agents. Mathew Gasko was taken and handcuffed. Unfortunately, Claire was also arrested for being his accomplice. Claire walked past me and said, “Hi, Josh!” Iwas silent. After the incident, my family was worried about my safety while some of my friends jokingly betted how Jong I would live. Then. two months after he was caught, I received a letter from Mathew He released me from my guilt and fears. He wrote, “No worries, buddy! They would have got me somehow even without your help!” New neighbours took up the place and they seemed nice people too. But who knows? We cannot jucige a book by its cover! ‘Adapted from The Readers’ Digest, November 2015, LLL9/A Pirasar SPM 2021: English (CEFR) suuit sour 19 20 21 22 ‘© Ponerbit mu Baktt Sdn, Bh. (732516-M) 2021 In paragraph 1, why the writer feel it was a blessing to have neighbours? : e he writer had met alot of interes : interesting people B The agent had founda good neighbor fr tne € A young couple became his neighbours four > are he writer had negotiated the rental with his neighbour ns oe In paragraph 2, how did the writer and James become friends? i 4 A One evening James gave him a bicycle light. B_ One evening, James saw the writer playing his guitar. € James noticed the writer cycled at night without a light. D_ James felt it was dangerous for the writer tobe cycling at night. In paragraph 3, how did the writer know the FBI vas serious in enquiring about his neighbour? A An FBI agent had called his office. 2 B The writer recognised his tenant in the WANTED poster. C The FBI agent sounded serious about the matter on the phone. D_ The FBI agent showed the writer a WANTED poster of his neighbour. 26 In paragraph 6, why did the writer use the phrase made my blood run cold? A. James had always given the writer Christmas presents. B A plan was being laid out by the FBI to cateh his neighbour. © The writer was having second thoughts in helping them catch James. D. The writer found out that his neighbour had committed horrible crimes, KM2-7 1119/1 Why yas the writer inially taken aback when asked for lp by the FBI ‘A"The writer had to give them the neighbours spare keys, 3B The writer had to go and knock on his neighbours door ©The FBI agents had changed thei minds on the iil plane ‘The writer wat not sure What he was gti himself involved in, on ae D Why did the writer remain silent when Claire greeted him? A. The writer felt guilty for helping the FBI to catch Claire and Mathew. B The writer felt relieved when no one answered the phone, C Claire answered the phone when the writer called D The writer had threathened Claire on the phone, How does the writer feel about his new neighbours, in the last paragraph? ‘A Hiis family is worried about his safety. B He thinks they are nice but he is unsure. C They helped him get over his guilt and fear D_Hiis friends wondered how long he would live. What is the purpose of the writer in writing this article? A. Toshare that we must becareful when choosing, ‘our tenants B_ To talk about the good times he had with his neighbours C_Torecall how the FBI needed his help D_ To inform how he caught a criminal {Lihat halaman sebelah uur ge eo suUuT 11197, Part4 Questions 27 to 32 You are going to read a school magazine article about a regret of a teenage boy. Six sentences have been removed from, the article. Choose from the sentences A to H the one which fits ench gap (27 to 32). There are two extra sentences which yo, do not need to use ‘Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet. ALESSON LEARNT THE HARD WAY One day, I was feeling bored, I was about fourteen. 27| My grandparents forbade me to go out to sea that day as they had heard that a storm would be coming, I ignored their warning. When my grandparents were busy I quietly snuck out of the house and went to my grandfather's boat. I did not believe the storm would be coming soon. 28| Tboarded the boat and rowed to the middle of the sea. I then took out my fishing rod and began to fish. As | was fishing, a strong wind began to blow and suddenly the sky turned dark. I quickly put away my fishing rod and began to row back to shore. 29| just could not control the boat. After what seemed like hours of floating aimlessly at sea, I landed on a remote island. Just as [landed on the island it began to rain heavily. There was no shelter to be found at the remote island. I was soon soaking wet. sof Jater few hours the rain finally stopped. I felt cold and hungry. I walked around the island and soon found some fruits. They were sweet and juicy. When night time came, I went back to the coconut tree from earlier and slept underneath it. I had a very uncomfortable night. 31 |As to be expected, I woke up the next morning feeling exhausted. [ again ate the fruits that I had found for breakfast. After breakfast I decided to go back to my grandfather's boat and somehow row back home even though Thad no idea where I was. 32 1 felt so relieved. jumped and yelled as loud as I could to get their attention. Luckily one of the rescue boat crew saw me. They quickly came and took me home. When Isaw my grandparents Thugged and apologised to them for causing them to worry. They forgave me but made me promise I would never do something so reckless again. I promised I would listen to their warnings next time. ‘A. [just sat under a coconut tree which offered me EI shivered and felt very tired. very little protection. F The sky was very clear and the sun was shining, B [saw amanat the beach, brightly. C I then decided to take my grandfather's boat G__At the beach, I saw a rescue boat passing by ‘out to sea to catch some fish. H__ Unfortunately, the wind was just too strong D It felt as if 1 was being eaten alive by the | mosquitoes. | VI19/1 Firasat SPM 2021: English (CEFR) KM2-8 suLit

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