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Ujian 1 - SPM Paper 1
Ujian 1 - SPM Paper 1
Bahasa Inggeris
Kertas 1
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Arahan Instructions
1. Kertas soalan ini mengandungi lima 1. This question paper consists of five
bahagian: Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part sections: Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4
4 dan Part 5. and Part 5.
2. Jawab semua soalan dalam kertas 2. Answer all questions in the candidate
peperiksaan ini di dalam kertas jawapan answer sheet.
calon. 3. Answer each question by marking on
3. Jawab setiap soalan dengan menandakan the correct answer space for questions
di ruang jawapan yang betul untuk soalan 1 1 until 36 and writing the answers for
sehingga 36 dan menulis jawapan untuk questions 37 until 40 on pages 14 and
soalan 37 sehingga 40 di halaman 14 dan 15.
15.
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Kertas soalan ini mengandungi 15 halaman bercetak
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Part 1
Questions 1 to 8
Read the text carefully in each question. Choose the best answer A, B or C. For each question,
mark the correct answer A, B or C on your answer sheet.
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Part 2
Questions 9 to 18
Read the text below and choose the best word for each space. For each question, mark the
correct letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet.
An Olympic Host
The modern Olympic Games (0) were first published in Athens in 1896 (9) now
take place every four years. (10) alternate between summer and winter Olympics although the
Olympics are much bigger. They are a major sporting event in which thousands of athletes take part
(11) _______ all over the world. They have grown in size significantly over the years so that now
(12) _______ every nation in the world is represented.
It was decided by the International Olympics Committee (IOC) which was first set up in 1894
that if the games were to be truly international, they should take place in a different city each time they
(13) . It is the IOC’s responsibility to choose the host city, which they do through a long
(14) process.
The host city is responsible (15) organising and funding the celebration. Hosting such
a massive international event is not without (16) challenges, such as, meeting
huge demands for infrastructure and accommodation as well as dealing with issues like bribery of
officials, doping, boycotting and terrorism.
However, the benefits seem to outweigh the disadvantages and cities (17) the world
continue to compete for the privilege, because for the chosen city the Olympic Games is an
opportunity to promote both the host city and the country as (18) whole to the rest of the
world.
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9 A. as B. by C. and D. with
10 A. It B. We C. Our D. They
11 A. on B. of C. from D. between
15 A. in B. of C. for D. with
18 A. - B. a C. an D. the
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Part 3
You are going to read an extract from a novel. For questions 19 to 26, choose the correct answer
(A, B, C or D) and mark the correct letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet.
Claire woke up before her alarm went However, there was no answer. She called her
off and she realised immediately something boyfriend but his phone was switched off, and
didn’t seem right in the house. Coco, her she received an answering machine message.
brown Labrador dog, should have been there She tried calling her best friend and a few
at the bedroom door demanding food but there more numbers but with equal success. She sat
was no sound of him. She decided to get up down on the sofa and thought about what she
and go and see where he was. In the hallway could do. She couldn't make up her mind
of her room, she felt very cold, but she knew whether she should stay at home or go out and
she had left the heating on last night. As she look for someone.
walked down the stairs she heard a noise in the Just as she decided the best thing
kitchen; the strange feeling that something was would be to stay at home and wait, a loud
wrong was getting stronger. banging came from the front door. She jumped
What was happening? As she reached to her feet and ran to the door. ‘Who is it?’ she
the bottom of the stairs, she opened the living shouted through the door. The reply was ‘It’s
room door, which led to the kitchen. Why was me,’ but she had no idea who ‘me’ was. With
the door closed? She always left it open. all the other strange things that were
She couldn't find Coco, and his toys, which happening this morning, she didn’t want to
were usually all over the living room floor, open the door until she was sure she knew who
were neatly arranged in a corner next to his it was. She didn’t want to shout through the
basket. Had they been there when she went to thick front door, so she walked back into the
bed last night? She couldn't remember. living room and tried to look out the front
She walked into the kitchen and window to see who was standing at the front
switched the light on but it didn’t work, door.
nothing happened. She stood very still and It was a man but she couldn’t tell who
listened, nothing. There was no sound at all. he was because he didn’t look like anyone she
That was really strange because she lived in knew. He was tall and had a large coat with a
the heart of a busy city, and was constantly hood that he wore over his head. Just as she
surrounded by people. She woke up to the was thinking of running out the back door she
sound of traffic, car horns, police cars and her noticed that the man had Coco with him, and
neighbours shouting in the house next door. Coco seemed quite happy, which meant that
How could there be silence at 8 o’clock on a the man had to be someone he knew and liked;
Friday morning? otherwise, he would have been barking. She
She returned to the living room and still wasn’t taking any chances though; she
turned on the television, but again nothing put the safety latch on the door and opened it
happened. She went back into the kitchen and just enough to see who was standing there. It
looked out of the window; the day was bright was her brother who lived just a few streets
and clear. The back door was shut but when away, and she was immediately relieved.
she tried the handle she discovered it was She opened the door all the way and
unlocked. She walked out into the tiny back let him in. Coco was more pleased than ever to
garden and opened the back gate but there was see Claire, he jumped up as he rushed through
no sound or sign of Coco - nothing. She called the door - almost knocking over her brother.
him but he didn’t come. ‘So what’s going on?’ she asked her brother.
She went back into her house and did He looked at her as if she was stupid. ‘Have
what she realised she should have done as you not heard?’
soon as she got up and called her mother.
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20 In paragraph 2, how would you describe the writer’s feeling when she opened the living
room door?
A Confused
B Annoyed
C Excited
D Scared
23 In paragraph 6, she went back to the living room after someone knocked at the front door
because she
A did not like having guests over.
B wanted to sit down and think about what to do.
C wanted to try and see who was at the front door.
D did not want to talk to the person at the front door.
24 In paragraph 7, her first reaction to the man was to run for safety. What changed her mind?
A She recognised the clothes he was wearing.
B Coco seemed relaxed with him.
C Coco was barking at him.
D She recognised his voice.
25 What does the author mean by ‘she still wasn’t taking any chances though’?
A She was going to take advantage of the situation.
B She was not going to waste the opportunity.
C She was not going to take any risks.
D She was not feeling lucky.
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Part 4
Questions 27 to 32
You are going to read an article about internet usage amidst the pandemic.Six sentences have been
removed from the article. Choose from the sentences A to H the one which fits each gap (27 to 32).
There are two extra sentences which you do not need to use.
Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.
Covid-19 pandemic has entirely changed many aspects of our lives. Workplaces, educational
institutions and entertainment facilities are completely shut. 27 . In this critical period of time,
internet access has become a necessity.
To begin with, internet has helped educators around the world to deliver their lessons through
virtual learning platforms. 28 . Integration of these platforms into education makes learning
even more exciting compared to chalk and talk method. At the same time, it allows students to
experience face-to-face interaction with teachers just like in schools.
Besides online learning, the internet has made it easier for people to stay in touch with their
beloved ones during pandemic. 29 . Nevertheless, space is no longer a barrier for people now
as they can immediately connect with their dear ones via text messages or live video calls by using
applications such as WhatsApp and Telegram. 30 .
Additionally, people can gain access to various information with just a click of mouse. This
promotes extensive learning since they don’t need to spend hours flipping through books or other
resources to look for information. 31 . Search engines will then present them with relevant
details in a split second. This is ultimately useful to complete their assignments or projects without
any hassle.
Internet also plays a pivotal role in the field of entertainment. Internet based streaming
services like Netflix and YouTube are just a mere click away. 32 . On top of that, it is very
convenient as people can enjoy their favourite entertainment programs safely from the comfort of
their own homes.
In conclusion, the internet is a boon to all and sundry especially in this critical period of time.
Internet may not prevent the onset of the pandemics but it still helps people to survive.
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We can now communicate with anyone Many online learning sessions are
B through text messages instantly. F based on lectures.
For instance, students are able to People are forced to stay at home to
C search for any education related G curb the spread of virus.
information by typing in keywords.
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Part 5
Questions 33 to 40.
You are going to read a text about six different types of exotic fruits. Read them carefully and answer
the questions that follow.
Exotic Fruits
B The mango is a juicy stone fruit originated in South Asia. It is the national
fruit of India, Pakistan, and the Philippines. Mango fruits take three to six
months to ripen, and it cannot survive extreme heat or cold. Mangoes contain a
range of nutrients, however vitamin C is the only one that is present in a large
amount.
C The kiwifruit is an oval-shaped fruit with a thin, hairy brown skin. The
fruit was named kiwifruit in 1959 after New Zealand's national symbol - the
kiwi bird because its brown skin is similar to the feathers of the bird. The
kiwifruit is very nutritious, containing many vitamins and minerals. They have
more vitamin C than oranges of the same size.
D The durian is one of those fruits that people either love or hate. Popular
in Southeast Asia, durian is described as sweet-tasting with an intensely
pungent smell. Inside the thorny exterior is a soft creamy fruit that some may
describe as ‘rotten mushy onions’. For those who love the ‘king of fruits’, it is
an excellent source of vitamins C and B6, thiamin, riboflavin, folate, and
niacin.
E The coconut is a fruit, not a nut, and its name comes from the Spanish
word which means head for the fruit resembles a human head. Coconuts are
used in everything from cooking to frying to soaps and cosmetics. In some
countries, the coconut has cultural and religious importance, particularly in
India, where it is used in Hindu rites. Young coconuts are picked for their
drinkable coconut water, which is a good source of vitamin C, riboflavin, and
calcium but is high in sodium.
F The noni fruit which is originated in Australia, Asia and the Polynesian
islands is roughly the size of a mango and is normally eaten for its potential
health benefits. The juice from the fruit is bitter, so people tend to use it as part
of a fruit juice or smoothie to mask the taste. It’s rich in antioxidants such as
flavonoids and beta-carotene to support a healthy immune system and relieve
inflammation.
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Questions 33 to 36
Which paragraph (A - F) fits the following descriptions of these fruits? Mark your answers on the
separate answer sheet.
Description Paragraph
36 The fruit is usually blended with other fruits to mask its taste. ___________
Questions 37 to 40
Complete the notes below using information from the text. Choose no more than two words from the
passage for each answer.
Some countries ban the presence of durians in hotels and on public transportation
due to its (37) __________.
Originally from (38) __________, mango is a juicy fruit with very sweet flesh,
ranging in colour from light yellow to golden orange.
The kiwifruit was named after its uncanny resemblance to the brown-feathered kiwi
(39) __________.
In the state of Kerala, coconuts are used in wedding ceremonies as well as religious
(40) __________.
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