SECTION B (30 marks)
(Time suggested: 40 minutes)
Read the following article. Then answer questions (a)- (j).
WEALTH FROM THE OCEANS
Oil
Oil and natural gas are found in the shallow parts of the seas called the continental shelves. Rigs are constructed in the oceans to pump out the oil and gas. The platform of the rigs is supported by pillars on the sea beds. Over five billion barrels of oil are mined from the ocean every year.
Minerals
The oceans have rich deposits of minerals such as manganese, titanium and nickel. They may be found in layers of rocks or some loose pebbles on ocean floors. A small quantity is also present in the water. The cost of deep-sea mining are high. Mining in the oceans may be more important in the future when mines on land run out of
minerals. At present, it is carried out only in a few places.
Oysters
Questions (a) - (j)
Using the information from the text, complete the following graphic organizer.
Main types of resources:
(f) ………
(g)………
(h)………..
Continental shelves produce:
(a) ………...
(b)………...
Wealth from the Oceans
Oysters are considered:
(i)………
(j)………...
Examples of minerals:
(c )………
(d) ………...
Question 3
Read the brochure below. Then, answer questions (a) - (j).
Langkawi comprises a group of 99 tropical islands lying about 30 kilometres off the western coast of Peninsula Malaysia. The islands are a natural paradise, surrounded by the clear, emerald sea. You can dive to enjoy the enchanting world of corals and marine life.
Sungai Kilim Nature Park
It has 100 square kilometers of mangrove forests, beaches and lagoons for you to explore. Take a cruise along the coast to view rock formations made by the waves. Be exposed to the wonders of animals and plants that thrive on the edge of the sea.
Pulau Payar Marine Park
Pulau Payar has beautiful beaches and hiking trails for a wonderful experience on a tropical island. You can even feed baby sharks! Among the enchanting diving spots is the ‘ Coral Garden’, an area covered with bright corals.
Enchanting Islands
Go on island-hopping cruises to see the breathtaking scenery of Pulau Dayang Bunting, Pulau Beras Basah and Pulau Singa Besar. Have a picnic on a beach. Take time off to watch seagulls and brown eagles flying over the sea.
How to get there:
You can travel to Pulau Langkawi by air or ferry. For further information, please contact:
Questions (a) – (d): Based on the brochure, state whether the following statements
Questions (e) – (i). Read the brochure carefully and answer all the questions below. (e) Which diving spot is covered with bright corals?
……….. ……….. ( 1 mark ) (f) What can a diver experience in Langkawi?
………... ………
( 1 mark ) (g) Fill in the table with an appropriate phrase from the brochure.
Meaning Phrase
i. Surprising view
ii. Travelling from island to island in a chain
( 2 mark ) (h) How does a tourist get information to visit Langkawi?
……… ……… ( 1 mark ) (i) Why do you think Langkawi is called a natural paradise?
………... ………
(j) Your friend asked you of an interesting tropical island in Malaysia. Write an email to your friend to suggest an island for her/him to visit. In your email:
Name the island
Give reasons to support your choice
Add other relevant information to make your writing interesting
Dear ………
……… ……… ……… ……… ……… ……… ……… ……… ……… ……… ……… ……… ……… ……… ……… ……… ………
Your friend,
………
(Time suggested: 45 minutes )
Question 6
You should spend 30 minutes on this question.
The pictures below show the activities carried out by The Caring Club of your school. As the Secretary of the club, write a report for your school magazine of the activities which have been carried out this year.
When writing your report, you should:
Describe what you saw/did Express what you felt
An
orphanage
A nursing home
Suggest other interesting activities Write between 120 and 150 words
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(30 marks )
Question 7
1. How I Met Myself - David A. Hill 2. Around the World in 80 Days - Jules Verne
3. The Railway Children - Edith Nesbit(Retold by John Escott)
Based on one of the novels above, write a lesson you have learnt from the story. Provide evidence from the text to support your response.
Write:
In not less than 50 words
In continuous writing (not in note form)
