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SECTION A
[ 25 marks ]
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You read the following advertisement in a newspaper and you are planning to go there this coming school holidays. Write a letter to your friend and invite him or her to join you.
When writing your letter : you may use all the notes given in the advertisement elaborate on the given notes to make it more interesting you may add other relevant information make sure it is not less than 120 words
SECTION B
[ 15 marks ]
Read the poem below and answer the questions that follow.
The River
The Rivers a wanderer A nomad, a tramp, He doesnt choose one place To set up his camp. The Rivers a winder, Through valley and hill He twists and he turns, He just cannot be still. The Rivers a hoarder, And he buries down deep Those little treasures That he wants to keep. The Rivers a baby, He gurgles and hums, And sounds like hes happily Sucking his thumbs. Valerie Bloom (a) Why is the river a hoarder? _______________________________________________________________ [1 mark] (b) What does the word He in stanza 2 refer to? _______________________________________________________________ [1 mark]
(c)
Which word in the poem shows that the river does not stop at one place? _______________________________________________________________ [1 mark]
Part 2
The following are the novels studied in the literature component in English Language. 1. Around the World in 80 Days - Jules Verne 2. The Railway Children 3. How I Met Myself - Edith Nesbit - David A. Hill
Based on one of the novels above, choose an event you find most interesting. Give reasons and textual evidence to support your answer.
Your response should be: not less than 50 words in continuous writing ( not note form)
SECTION C
[ 10 marks ]
[ Time suggested : 20 minutes] Read the text below and complete the following task.
Although a majority of people are now well aware of the benefits of exercise, yet many still dont pursue it actively. This can be because of the busy schedule that all of us follow, but the truth is there are still many people who do not indulge in any form of activity because they are not completely aware of its importance. Studies have clearly shown that exercise can help prevent excess weight gain. If you want to maintain weight loss, exercise regularly. The more intense the activity, the more calories you burn. Just spare about an hour for three times a week is enough for you to control your weight. Moreover, regular exercise can help you prevent or manage a wide range of health problems and diseases, including stroke, diabetes, certain types of cancer and arthritis. A workout at the gymnasium or a brisk thirty-minute walk can stimulate various brain chemicals that may leave you feeling happier and more relaxed. Exercise can boost your confidence and improve your self-esteem. Many people have difficulty in falling asleep. Just try to exercise a few hours before bedtime. It will help you to fall asleep faster and deepen your sleep. So, make time for regular exercise. Once you begin to exercise regularly, you will discover many more reasons why exercise is so important to improving the quality of your life, regardless of your age, sex or physical ability.
Write a summary on the importance of exercise. Your summary must: not be more than 60words, including the 10 words given below be in continuous writing (not note form) be written in one paragraph Use your own words as far as possible without changing its original meaning. Begin your summary as follows:
Although you are always busy, you should exercise regularly because
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