SECTION A: Grammar

[15 marks]
Questions 1-15
Replace the underlined words with correct grammar and spelling then rewrite the sentence.
1. We celebrate independence day every year.
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2. The date for today is 28 march 2018.

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3. This is my favourite pair of boot.

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4. Lucy dress is brown and her scarf is red.

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5. Ali drove him father to the office yesterday.

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6. Water are important to our health.

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7. The dogs is playing with their owner.

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8. Suzy like to eat chocolate

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9. Congratulation Lisa! You made me proud of you!

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10. Has the new calender arrived yet?

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11. My father is a sucessful businessman.

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12. Tom is my bestfriend.

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13. Today’s weater is clear and I think it is a good time for me to go outside.
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14. Tan Cheng Hoe is the new head couch of Malaysia football team.
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15. Yesterday, I goed to the school by bus.

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 SECTION B: Information Transfer
[10 marks]
Question 16-25 are based on the text below.

Hari Raya Aidil Fitri/ Eid

With more than half the country
comprising of ethnic Malays who
follow the state religion – Islam –
the most important festival in
Malaysia is the Islamic New Year
celebrations of Eid, or as it is
known in Malay, Hari Raya Aidil
Fitri. Hari Raya marks the end of
the 9th month of the Islamic
calendar, also known as the
month Ramadhan, thus
celebrating the end of a month of
dawn-to-sunset fasting.
Celebrated as a two-day
nationwide holiday in Malaysia,
many families would travel back
to their hometowns to celebrate
with their extended families. It is
Deepavali for some Muslim
customary
families to host is
No celebration ‘rumah buka’ or
as colourful and
‘open house’, where they
vivid as the Indian festival of
welcome
Diwali, or neighbours
as it isand known in
members of the
Malaysia as Deepavalicommunitywhereintoit is
their house to
designated asjoin in the holiday.
a national
celebrations
Known as the where one can
Festival of Lights,
Deepavali
enjoy signifies
festive food suchthe as
victory
curry of
light and hope over darkness.
chicken, beef rendang , chicken
satay,
The day ketupat, lemang,
starts off rosea bath
by taking
syrup,
with oilcakes, cookies,Later
and praying. and tarts.
during
the day processions, street-fairs,
fireworks, and get-togethers take
place. It is the aromas of a variety
of dishes lingering across the
streets being one trait that truly
symbolises the festivities of
Deepavali in the areas where
there is an Indian community.

Using the information from
following graphic organiser.
Other name for Hari Raya:
Wesak
Wesak is a Buddhist festival
celebrated to pay tribute to the
birthday, enlightenment and the
attainment of Nirvana in the life of
Lord Buddha. The festivities begin
at dawn with Buddhists gathering
at temples to pray, meditate, and
offer food and charity to the poor.
This national holiday is usually
topped off with a grand float
the text, complete the
procession usually takes place
during Wesak, where it is a sight
to behold and usually features a
giant statue of Buddha.

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It customary for some Muslims to host: 17)……………………………………………..

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Name of foods you can eat during Eid: 19)……………………………………….

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Festival of Lights is also known as 21)…………………………………

22)…………………… celebrate Deepavali

The day starts off by taking a bath with 23)…………. and 24)……………………

Wesak is a 25)………………….. festival.

SECTION C: Reading Comprehension

[25 marks]

Question 26-40 are based on the passage below

Hari Merdeka, Malaysia's Independence Day, is celebrated every year on August 31. It's definitely a
festive time to be in Kuala Lumpur, or traveling anywhere in Malaysia! Malaysia gained independence
from Britain in 1957; Malaysians celebrate the historic event as a national holiday with fireworks,
excitement, and flag-waving cheer. Although Kuala Lumpur is the holiday's epicenter, expect smaller
Hari Merdeka celebrations all over the country to include parades, fireworks, sporting events, and
store sales.

Malaysia's Independence Day

The Federation of Malaya gained independence from British rule on August 31, 1957. The official
declaration was read at the Stadium Merdeka in Kuala Lumpur before dignitaries that included the
King and Queen of Thailand. More than 20,000 people gathered to celebrate the sovereignty of their
new country.

On August 30, 1957, the night before the declaration, a crowd gathered at Merdeka Square — a large
field in Kuala Lumpur — to witness the birth of an independent nation. The lights were turned off for
two minutes of darkness, then at midnight, the British Union Jack was lowered and Malaysia's new
flag was raised in its place.

Celebrating Hari Merdeka in Malaysia

Major cities throughout Malaysia have their own local celebrations for Hari Merdeka, however, Kuala
Lumpur is undoubtedly the place to be! Each Independence Day in Malaysia is given a logo and
theme, usually a slogan that promotes ethnic unity. Malaysia has an eclectic mix of Malay, Indian, and
Chinese citizens with different cultures, ideologies, and religions. A sense of national unity is more
important than ever.

26. When do Malaysians celebrate Independence Day?

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27. When does Malaysia gained its independence from British?

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28. Where did the declaration of Independence was read?

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29. What is the name of the British flag?

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Name three races you can see in Malaysia

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33. In Malaysia, what is the other name for Independence Day?

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As a Malaysian, what can you do to show love for your country? Give your reason.

I will:

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Reason:

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Based on the text, state whether the statement is TRUE or FALSE

36. Malaysians celebrate Hari Merdeka on the 31st of July 1957

37. The official declaration was read at the Stadium Bukit Jalil in Kuala Lumpur

38. A crowd gathered at Merdeka Stadium on August 30, 1957, the night before the
declaration
39. At midnight, the British Union Jack was lowered

40. Malaysia has an eclectic mix of Malay, Indian and Chinese.