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SMJK PEREMPUAN CHINA PULAU PINANG_______________________________________

PEPERIKSAAN PERCUBAAN PMR 2012TINGKATAN 3

BAHASA INGGERIS

Kertas 1

Satu jam

JANGAN BUKA KERTAS SOALAN INI SEHINGGA DIBERITAHU

Maklumat untuk calon

1. Kertas soalan ini mengandungi 40 soalan.2. Jawab semua soalan.3. Tiap-tiap soalan diikuti empat pilihan jawapan, iaitu A, B, C dan D. Bagi setiap soalan,

pilih satu jawapan sahaja. Hitamkan semua jawapan anda pada kertas jawapan objektif yang disediakan.

Information for candidates

1. This question paper consists of 40 questions.2. Answer all questions.3. Each question in this paper is followed by four possible answers. Choose the best

answer from the answers marked A, B, C and D. Then on your answer sheet, blacken the answer that you have chosen.

___________________________________________________________________Kertas soalan ini mengandungi 12 halaman bercetak.

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Questions 1Read the invitation below and answer the question that follows.

The parents ofAhmad Aladdin & Rina Rishorga

request the presence of

Mr./Mrs./Ms. _________________________________

on Sunday, 22 July 2012to witness the union of their children

at Kapitan Keling Mosque, Jalan Sentosa, Taman Sinaran, Balik Pulau

1. The invitation is most probably for aA graduation ceremonyB birthday partyC weddingD funeral

Question 2Study the sign below and answer the question that follows.

2. The following statements are true about the sign above exceptA Green tea helps to fight cancerB Drinking tea is good for your healthC You should drink tea before you see the doctorD You should drink at least five cups of tea every day

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The Art of Tea DrinkingGreen tea has important antioxidants and

compounds that help fighting cancerFive cups of tea a day keep the doctor away

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Study the brochure below and answer the question that follows.

3. Kamal is taking a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Ipoh. How far is Taiping Resort from there?A 70 kmB 80 kmC 330 kmD 650 km

4. The word via can best be replaced withA byB withC acrossD through

Question 5Study the banner below and answer the question that follows.

Come VisitHistorical Taiping

5. The banner people to visit Taiping.A ordersB remindsC requestsD encourages

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Look at the poster below and answer the questions that follow.

ReminderThe hotel wishes to remind all guests that children below the age

of 12 using the pool must be accompanied by their parents.Pool attendants cannot take over the responsibility of the parents

Safety starts at home!

Thank youKasih Sayang Hotel Management

6. To whom is the reminder directed?A The publicB Hotel guestsC The pool attendantsD Children more than 12 years old

7. What is the responsibility of the parents in the reminder?A Parents must always observe their children who are below 12B Parents must not allow their children below 12 to use the poolC Parents must supervise their children below 12 when at the poolD Parents must leave their children at home for safety purpose.

Question 8Study the advertisement below and answer the question that follows.

8. Who is most probably Mohammed Zaki?

A An artistB A painterC An officerD A reporter

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Study the picture below and answer the question that follows

9. How many people were injured in the accident?

A SixB OneC FiveD Three

Question 10Look at the pie chart below and answer the question that follows

RACIAL COMPOSITION OF SMK PAYA TERUBONG

10. What does the pie chart tell you about the racial composition of the school students?

A There are more Malay than Chinese students B There are more Chinese than Malay students C More than half of the students are MalaysD. Most of the students are Eurasian

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Chinese

Malay

Eurasian

Indians

Others

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Questions 11 – 19Each question in the text refers to a numbered blank. For each question, choose the best answer from the options A, B and C or A, B, C and D to fit the numbered blank.

Teenagers find many ways to drive their parents crazy. First, they may dye their hair purple or they may __________ (11) their heads bald. They may also shred ________ (12) new sixty-dollar-designer jeans, tattoo their skin or wear rings in their noses. ________ (13), they spend hours at the shopping mall and on the phone. They have time to __________ (14) TV but they don’t have time to do their homework. Also they’re __________ (15) too busy to clean their rooms but they’re never too busy to “clean” the refrigerator by _________ (16) everything in it. Finally they are old enough to drive but __________ (17) young to pay for gas. They are usually broke so they always return the family car __________ (18) an empty gas tank. It’s hard to be a teenager but it’s even ___________(19) to be the parent of one.

11. A Cut 16. A eat

B trim B ateC comb C eatsD shave D eating

12. A they 17. A too

B their B notC them C alsoD theirs D and

13. A In addition 18. A in

B As a result B onC Nevertheless C withD Subsequently D of

14. A watch 19. A hard

B watches B harderC watched C hardestD watching D more harder

15. A often

B neverC seldomD sometimes

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Questions 20 – 22 From the options A, B, C and D, select the answer which is closest in meaning to the expression underlined in the conversations.

Situation A : Vimallan and Nagullan are walking home after school and talking about their teacher, Ms See Tho.

Vimallan : Don’t you think Ms See Tho is such a wonderful teacher? She is nice to her students yet she makes sure that s he k eeps us a t a r m’ s l e n g t h . (20)

Nagullan : Yes, but somehow I feel that y ou a r e the a p p l e of h er e y e (21).

Vimallan : Y ou m u s t b e p u l l i ng m y l eg . (22) Why do you say so?

Nagullan : Well, she lends you her books and notes most of the time.

20. S he k e e ps us a t a r m ’ s l ength A She is always holding the boys in her armsB Her arm is always stretched out in front of herC She stands very far away when she talks to usD She does not want to become too familiar with the students

21. Y ou a r e the ap p l e of her e y e A You look like an apple to Ms See ThoB Ms See Tho’s favourite fruit is the appleC You are Ms See Tho’s favourite studentD Ms See Tho’s eyes are as large as apples

22. Y ou m u s t be pu l li ng m y l e g A You must be jokingB You’re making this upC You’re stretching my legD You’re massaging my leg

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From the options A, B, C and D, select the answer which is closest in meaning to the expression underlined in the conversations.

Situation B : Tim wanted to go out at 8 p.m. He asked for permission from his parents.

Mother : You’re not going out and that ’ s f l a t . (23)

Tim : Dad, please let me go.

Father : I’m not t a k i ng s i des (24) in this argument. It’s between you and your mother.

Tim : But Dad, you went out at night when you were young. Why can’t I?

Father : Tim, I told you I’m not getting involved in this argument. There’s no point talking to her. She has dug h e r hee l s i n . (25)

23. t h a t ’ s f l at A that is finalB that is the endC that is impossibleD that is punctured

24. n o t t a k i ng s i d e s A asking for youB playing aroundC supporting anyoneD scolding at her

25. dug her h e e l s i n A willingly agreedB politely declinedC stubbornly refusedD happily accepted

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Question 26 – 30Read the poster carefully and answer the questions that follow.

Celebrate World Book Dayat Bookworm Store

“Mark the Day with a Rose”

In 1995, UNESCO declared the 23rd of AprilWorld Book Day. In the Spanish region of Catalonia,on 23rd April, a rose is given as a gift for each bookreceived. It is a symbolic date for world literature foron this date in the year 1616, the famous writer andpoet, William Shakespeare, passed away.

Purchase a book on this date and you will get a lovelyred rose from our store.

World Book Day 23 AprilFrom 19 – 30 April 2006: Buy one paperback novel and get the second at 20% discount! Buy an exam revision book at 15% discount Students get a 20% discount on any stationery items

Visit us now and check out our range of quality books and other products.

26. Why is the bookstore having a promotion?A It is trying to clear its old stockB It is encouraging people to readC It is Celebrating World Book DayD It is giving away red roses to bookworms

27. A customer who buys a novel from this shop on April 20th, 2006 will getA a stalk or red roseB a complimentary bookC cheaper stationery itemsD 20% discount off another novel

28. Why is the bookstore giving red roses to its customers on World Book Day?A Because book lovers like rosesB Because it managed to get a cheap supply rosesC Because it is a tradition related to World Book DayD Because it is practice by book lovers all over the world

29. We know from the advertisement that William Shakespeare died onA 19th April 1616B 23rd April 1616C 23rd April 1995D 30th April 2006

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30. The price of stationery items will be cheaper by 20% for the following customers exceptA undergraduatesB college studentsC primary schoolboysD parents of school-going children

Question 31 – 35Read the following passage carefully and then answer the questions below.

Students in Malaysia have to face many tests and examinations in school. As a result, there is often much studying and revising to do after school hours. It is not enough to just make up your mind to study hard and to sit for hours at the study table. Instead, follow the steps below for a better and more effective way of preparing for that important test or examination:

1. Set up a time tableMaking a time table can really help to organize your time. It is a good idea to make an hour-by-hour schedule. For example, allot a specific time for each chapter. A time-table enables you to check whether you are spending too much time on one subject and too little time on another subject.

2. Start your daily schedule with studying firstDo not wait until you are falling asleep to study. Always schedule study and revision activities first. Save those websites and video games for later because tasks that do not require much energy and concentration can still be done when you are tired.

3. Take a napA twenty-minute snooze can give you the energy boost you need to get through your studying and revising. It is better to take that break than to waste hours staring at your notes.

4. Motivate yourselfThat TV shows you have been dying to see or that computer game you have been waiting for are some of the activities you can use for motivation. Tell yourself that if you finish your revision on Science, you can proceed to the fun activity.

5. Watch your healthRemember to eat balanced meals with lots of fruit and vegetables. Also, drink lots of water. You don’t want to fall sick, as this will slow down your revision and affect your memory.

6. ExerciseExercising helps to keep you mentally alert. Having an alert mind will help you to study and remember better. Exercising also helps to keep you physically fit, thus avoiding sickness.

31. According to the passage, why do students in Malaysia have to study so much after school hours?A They are very hardworking.B They have to pass many tests and examinations.C They enjoy studying for tests and examinations.D Because they do not have many choices of leisure activities.

32. The purpose of drawing up a study time-table is to

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A make sure that you study very hardB ensure you put in sufficient time for every subjectC show your parents that you are studying every dayD know when to start studying and when to go to bed

33. Why does the passage advise you to start your schedule with studying?A Studying takes up more time than other activities.B Studying is always more important than anything else.C Studying first helps you to be a more disciplined students.D Studying should be done when the mind is fresh and alert.

34. Which of the following statements is incorrect?A Cut down on your sleeping time so that you have more time for revision.B Having a healthy lifestyle helps you in preparing better for exams.C Always start your schedule with studying and revising.D It is good for students to exercise.

35. Taking a nap is a good studying habit because studentsA will be more alert when studyingB like to sleep in the afternoonC need a nap most of the timeD can have better health

Question 36 – 40

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Read the poster carefully and answer the questions that follow.

Read the testimonial and answer the questions.

36. Shamsinar was an ordinary member of the

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TESTIMONIALSekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Paya Terubong,

Jalan Paya Terubong,14300 Pulau Pinang.

To Whom It May Concern:

Name of Student: Shamsinar bt. BaharomIdentity Card Number: 870406-16-7241 Highest Form Completed: Form 5K1 Admission Number: B496

CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

(A) Societies / Uniformed Units / Clubs

Organisation Year Position HeldBahasa Malaysia SocietyInteract ClubChess ClubRed Crescent Society

1999199919991999

MemberSecretaryAssistant TreasurerCommittee member

B) Sports and Games

Organisation Year LevelNetballVolleyball

19991999

SchoolState

CHARACTER ASSESSMENTShamsinar was an extremely good student. She was very interested in her studies and always paid close attention in class. She was very responsible and was chosen to be the class monitor of Form 5K1. She carried out her duties as class monitor very efficiently and was well-liked and trusted by all the teachers. Shamsinar always completed her homework and project work. She had always done well in examinations. She had shown great leadership qualities and was a very confident girl. She was willing to do things on her own without being told to do so by the teachers. Her general knowledge was good as she always read newspapers to find out what was happening in the world. Shamsinar was a very friendly and sociable girl. She got on very well with most people. She had many friends. In my opinion, Shamsinar would do very well in her further studies and in the future.

Yours truly,

Tan Mei LiForm Teacher of 5K1

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A Bahasa Malaysia SocietyB Red Crescent SocietyC Interact ClubD Chess Club

37. Shamsinar's general knowledge was good because sheA read a lot of booksB visited many placesC always read newspapersD always talked to people about world news

38. Shamsinar had all the qualities listed below exceptA prideB initiativeC leadershipD responsibility

39. She got on very well with most people means A many people dislike herB many people respect herC she is an unfriendly personD she is friendly with everyone

40. The form teacher feels that ShamsinarI would find a good jobII would achieve her dreamIII would do well in her studiesIV would succeed in her future life

A I and IIB II and IIIC III and IVD I and IV

KERTAS SOALAN TAMAT

Prepared by,

_______________________(GAN CHEE MENG)

Checked by,

______________________(CHEOW MEI LING)

Approved by,

_______________________(FOOK JOO FUN)

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