Unit 1 - 10 Biu2012

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UNIT 1
MEETING SOMEONE NEW
At the end of the Unit, students should be able to:

i. Recall information from listening texts;
ii. Use grammatically correct language to introduce self and to greet people;
iii. Previewing text before reading and knowing the general idea of the text;
iv. Write simple sentences; and
v. Use nouns correctly.
1.1 Meeting new people
Name places where we can meet new people. Do you know any unusual place where people
meet new friends?
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What would you usually talk about with someone youve met for the first time?
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Do you feel nervous when you first talk to the person? If yes, how do you overcome it? If no,
what helps you to control yourself?
___________________________________________________________________________
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1.2 Hello!
1.2.1 Listen to the conversations.
CONVERSATION A
Hello, my name is Anisah. May I

know your name? Hi Anisah. I am Betty. Pleased to meet
you. Are you the new teacher here?
Pleased to meet you, too. Yes, I am.

Im reporting for duty today. Im excited
to work here. Oh its a great place to work in. Give
yourself a few weeks and youll see
what I mean.
CONVERSATION B
Hey there, David!
Hey Chong! Fancy meeting you

here. Come and join me for lunch.
Thanks David. But Im showing Elsa

around. Shes new here. Let me
introduce you. David, this is Elsa. Elsa,
meet David.
Hello Elsa, its a pleasure to meet

you.
Hi David. Likewise. My name is Elsa

Farida, but please call me Elsa.
From the two conversations, we know that there are several ways to introduce ourselves and to
introduce other people.
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Introducing oneself Introducing others

Hello, my name is Amina. This is Ang.
Hi, Im Billy. Meet my friend, Fanny.
Please call me Cathy. Id like you to meet Grover, the new
staff here.
Hi, Daniel here.
Please meet Mr. Henry, the manager of
the company.
Ian, let me introduce you to Juwita.
Juwita, this is Ian.
1.2.2 Maisarah and Saleha meet each other for the first time at an early childhood education
seminar. Listen to the conversation, and fill in the blanks with the missing words.
Maisarah: Hello, I would like to introduce myself. My name is Maisarah, from UPSI.
Saleha: Nice to meet you. Im Saleha, from _______________________.
Maisarah: What do you do, Saleha?
Saleha: Im a _______________________ in psychology. Its a very challenging job, and Im
still new to it. Ive only worked as a lecturer for a year. But I just love the
_______________________.
Maisarah: Oh, I am a lecturer in the same field, too. Ive been working in UPSI for
_______________________ now.
Saleha: Really? Maybe I could ask for some _______________________ on how to be
successful lecturer.
Maisarah: Sure, why not? I would be happy to help.
1.2.3 Answer these questions:
1. Where does Saleha work?
_______________________________________________________________________________
2. What does Maisarah do for her living?
_______________________________________________________________________________
3. Who has worked longer?
______________________________________________________________________________
4. What does Saleha plan to ask Maisarah?
_______________________________________________________________________________
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1.2.4 For each different situation, match the best introduction to the situation.
Its your first day in UPSI. Introduce Helena, this is Lily. We work together in
yourself to your new classmates. Tadika KEMAS. Lily, this is my sister,
Mary.
You are with your sister when you Hello, Im Rina. Im new here. I lie two
meet your colleague. blocks down from your house.
Your friends father opened the door Hello, Im Lim. Im from Rawang. This is
when you dropped by to meet your my first day working here.
friend.
Youre new in the neighbourhood. Jack, I would like you to meet my Head
Youd like to introduce yourself to of Department, Puan Sally. Puan Sally,
your new neighbour. this is my fianc, Jack.
You were in a party organized by Good evening, Uncle Osman. Im
your company. You would like to Leong, a friend of Johan.
introduce your fianc to your Head of
Department.
Hi, I am Kamal. Im your new classmate.
1.2.5 Mr. Kumar meets Amanda, one of his students, and her husband when they were walking
down the street one evening. Read the following conversation and fill in the blanks with the correct
answers.
Taking an evening stroll, sir?

Gary, this is Mr. Kumar, he is my English teacher in UPSI
How do you do, sir?
The pleasure is mine
No, Im from Sabah, but I live in Shah Alam now
Amanda: Hello Mr Kumar!

Mr. Kumar: Hello Amanda!
Amanda: ______________________________.
Mr. Kumar: Im fine, thanks. And you?.
Amanda: Not too bad, Mr. Kumar. ______________________________.
Mr. Kumar: Yes, its a waste to stay in the house on this lovely evening. .
Amanda: I agree, it is a beautiful day today. ______________________________. Mr. Kumar,
this is my husband, Gary.
Gary: Pleased to meet you.
Mr. Kumar: ______________________________. And are you from Shah Alam like Amanda,
Gary?
Gary: ______________________________. Are you from Kuala Lumpur, Mr. Kumar?
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Mr. Kumar: Yes, from Cheras, Kuala Lumpur. Amanda, I think I need to go now, Im meeting a
friend later.
Amanda: Well, good bye Mr. Kumar. It was nice to see you.
Mr. Kumar: Likewise. Good bye!
1.2.6 Work in a group of 3-4 people. Pretend that you are in a Hari Raya Aidil Fitri open house and
that all of you do not know each other. Greet each other and try to give appropriate responses to the
greetings. Try to vary your answers. Listen and take note if there are any mistakes when your friend
greets and responds to your greeting. Discuss with your friends or teacher.
1.3 Skimming in Reading

1.3.1 Fill in the blanks with the correct answers.
bow hand handshake situations gesture man woman
Handshakes are commonly used as part of the introductions in Malaysia. But in some situations, the
_____________ may only be exchanged with members of the same gender. A Malaysian male may
shake the hand of a _____________ introduced to him. But he may refrain from doing the same with
a Malaysian _____________. The Malaysian male may give a short _____________ in front of the
woman as a _____________ of greeting, instead of shaking her hand. To be safe, wait and see if the
person you are introduced to will extend his or her _____________ for a handshake or will use
another manner of greeting. This is important to avoid awkward _____________.
(Adapted from http://thaholiday.com/malaysias-customs-and-etiquette/)
What do you think is the general idea of the text? How did you get your answer?
__________________________________________________________________________________
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1.3.2 What is skimming?
SKIMMING
When we read a newspaper, sometimes we dont really read what is in it.
Instead, we out read really, really fast, because we just want to know what
the main thing the news item contains is. We call this reading skill as
skimming.
1.3.3 Lets look at this text.
Youd be surprised how many online groups there are for alumni. I belong to two groups on Facebook.
One is an alumni group for people from my secondary school who are now living in Johor Bahru and
the other group is for people who were alumni of University Pendidikan Sultan Idris. Both of these
groups get together once in two weeks, or once a month. We would usually to go to a caf or maybe
have a picnic. This would give us a lot of chance to catch up with each other.
(Adapted from http://blog.aftercollege.com/5-ways-to-make-friends-in-a-new-city/)
1. For this text, what could be the general idea?
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You can meet new friends in your university by joining a club or an association. This is the easiest and
most effective way to meet new people who would share similar interest with you. Don't be afraid of
going by yourself. That is the only way you can get to know people in a more personal manner. During
the first weeks everyone is going to the clubs by themselves. If you joined late, dont be worried. The
people in most groups will be very happy to show you around. You could try a group which activities
are related to your interests, or you could join clubs that to learn about new interests or activities..
(Adapted from http://www.wikihow.com/Make-Friends-in-College)
2. What is the general idea for this text?
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1.4 Nouns?
Count nouns:
Things that are countable, for example books,
bottles and cars.
Non-count nouns:
Things that cannot be counted, like air, sand, water
and oil.
NOUNS
Nouns are words that name things that are found
all around us. The examples would be books, Singular nouns
cakes, cat, water and air.
Singular noun names one thing, person, place, idea.
Nouns can be put in different categories.
Nouns can be categorised at count and non-count
nouns. Plural nouns
They can be put classified as singular and plural Plural noun names more than one thing, person,
nouns. place, idea.
They can also be grouped as common and proper
nouns.
Common nouns
Common noun refers to anything found around us.
Proper nouns
A proper noun refers to names of people, buildings
or places. The first letter of the proper noun should
be in capital letter.
1.4.1 Add in a few more nouns according to the categories given:
NOUNS NOUNS
SINGULAR PLURAL COMMON PROPER
Car Cars Laptop Kulai
Fly Flies Shoes Linda
Box Boxes Candle KL Tower
.. .. ..
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1.4.2 Underline the common nouns and proper nouns in the text below.
Making friends can be difficult. Here is one of the strategies to try, if youre eager to make
friends but finding it tough:
Just as Woody Allen said that Eighty percent of success is showing up, a big part of friendship
is showing up. Whenever you have the chance to see other people, take it. Go to the party.
Stop by someones desk. Make the effort. I'm a big believer in the power of online tools
like Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ to help sustain relationships, but nothing can replace a
face-to-face meeting.
Also, the mere exposure effect describes the fact that repeated exposure makes you like
someone better and makes that person like you better, too. Youre much more likely to
become friends with someone if you see him or her often. Ive seen this happen over and over
in my life. Ive become close to unlikely people, just because circumstances put us in constant
contact.
Adapted from: https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/the-happiness-project/201109/8-tips-making-friends
1.5 Simple sentences
Simple Sentences
S-V sentences
A simple sentence consists of a subject (S) and an intransitive verb (V) that expresses a
complete idea.
Subject: a noun or a pronoun who did the action
Intransitive verb: the action or state of being
Example:
Subject verb
Zainab drinks.
He ate.
The cat is sleeping.
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S-V-O sentences
A simple sentence can also have an object (O). The object:
Can be in a form of a noun

Julia bought the books.
Usually refers to a person or thing that are affected by the action

Amirah is
.
Usually comes after the verb

Billy and Berlian ate the chocolate bars.
1.5.1 Write ten other examples of S-V sentences.

1. ____________________________________________________________________________
2. ____________________________________________________________________________
3. ____________________________________________________________________________
4. ____________________________________________________________________________
5. ____________________________________________________________________________
6. ____________________________________________________________________________
7. ____________________________________________________________________________
8. ____________________________________________________________________________
9. ____________________________________________________________________________
10. ____________________________________________________________________________
1.5.2 Fill in the blanks with suitable answers.

Example:
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Subject verb object
e.g. Salleh eats dinner.
e.g. Hassan loves his job.
1. climbs
2. an orange.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
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UNIT 2
PETS

i. Recall information from listening texts;
ii. Use grammatically correct language to give directions;
iii. Skim to know the topic/ main idea of a reading text;
iv. Write simple sentences; and
v. Use simple present correctly.
2.1 Lets talk about pets
Do you have any pets?
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What are the oddest types of animals that some people would keep as pets that you have seen or
read?
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Is keeping pets beneficial to us? Please state you reasons.
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2.2 Describing Animals

2.2.1 Fill in the blanks with the correct answers based on the listening text.
adorable herbivores playful shed scales

claws breeders spines chirping teeth
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Cats have __________, so cat owners need to cut

them when they are sharp.
Cats would __________ their fur sometimes.
People like cats because they are __________
animals.
Iguanas have __________ along their backs.

__________ cover the body of the iguanas, like
other reptiles.
Iguanas are __________, eating mostly leaves,
flowers and fruit.
Parakeets are very __________, they are lovely

and cute.
Parakeets make __________ sounds.
It is better to buy parakeets from reputable
__________ to ensure the parakeets are healthy.
2.2.2 Listen to the conversation. Zil and Wilma are visiting the pet shop. From the conversation, state if
the sentences are True (T) or False (F)
Zil usually come to the pet shop.

Wilma said she likes to look at the animals when she is at the pet shop.
There are snakes, iguanas and geckos sold at the pet shop.
Owls are sold at the pet shop.
Zils mom asked her to buy some cat food.
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2.3 How to Care for a Pet

2.3.1 Wilmas brother, Harris has just gotten a pet cat. He is talking to the vet, Dr. George, on how to
care for a cat. Take note of the important points.
Dr. George: So, Harris, you have just got a pet cat, and his name is Bujibu, correct?
Harris: Yes, Dr. George. Ive never had a pet cat before, so I need some advice from you.
Anyway, is Bujibu healthy?
Dr. George: Sure. I am more than happy to help. Bujibu is a really healthy cat. Now, what would
you like to know?
Harris: How often should I bring the cat to the vet, to get his vaccinations?
Dr. George: It depends on the age of the cat. Since your cat is an adult, you should give it a
vaccination once a year.
Harris: What about its required nutrition? Food? Water?
Dr. George: Most importantly, make sure fresh, clean water is available at all time. Cats require
taurine, an essential amino acid, for heart and eye health. The food you choose
should be balanced for the life stage of your cat or kitten. Properly balanced foods
will contain taurine.
Harris: Do I need to provide anything special for my cat?
Dr. George: Well, if your cat is an indoor cat, provide enough litter boxes around the house. Or
you could try to toilet-train you cat. Remember, cats need to scratch! When a cat
scratches, the old outer nail sheath is pulled off and the sharp, smooth claws
underneath are exposed. So provide your cat with a sturdy scratch post.
Harris: Okay, I will provide one for my cat. Ive a cat bed, some interactive toys and a food
and water bowl for him. But Ill try to get more items for him. Thank you for the
advice, Dr. George.
Dr. George: You are most welcomed. Dont forget to see Miss Sim to set an appointment to get
your cat vaccinated again next year.
Harris: Sure. Thanks again, Dr. Bye!
2.3.2 Harris is at home now. He is telling his mom what they need to do to care for their pet cat.
Complete the conversation with the dialogue given. Then do a role play with your friend.
we need to get Bujibu vaccinated every year

that the diet is suitable with Bujibus age
Bujibu will have a healthy heart and good eyesight
I did ask him how to take care of Bujibu
so that he will have healthy nails
we wouldnt want him to scratch on the sofa or other furniture
Bujibu needs a balanced diet
Harris: Hello mom, Im home.

Mom: Hello dear. Now, wheres Bujibu?
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Harris: Here he is, Mom. Hes been a good boy in the car.
Mom: Thats good to hear. What did the vet tell you?
Harris: Well, I have got Bujibu dewormed, and Dr. George said that he is a healthy cat.
__________________________________________________________________.
Mom: What did the vet say?
Harris: The visit to the vet is important, because
__________________________________________________________________.
Hes had his today.
Mom: Did you set an appointment for the next one that while you were there?
Harris: Yes, I did, Mom. Besides that, Dr. George said that we need to provide enough fresh
and clean water for Bujibu every day.
__________________________________________________________________,
too, where it should contain taurine, and
__________________________________________________________________
Mom: Why must it contain taurine?
Harris: Taurine is important so that
__________________________________________________________________.
Mom: I see. Is there anything special that we have to do?
Harris: Well, we need to provide litter boxes, or we can toilet train him. Oh, and we need to
provide him a scratch post.
Mom: A scratch post?
Harris: It is something he can scratch on. Anyway,
__________________________________________________________________.
Mom: Well buy one for him today. Lets have lunch, Harris. And Bujibu, Ive some fish for
you.
Harris: Yum! You hear that, Bujibu? Lets eat. Mom can read really our minds, right?
Hahaha.
2.4 My Pet is Unwell...

When we are telling people how to do something, we need to make sure that our information are clear
and precise. This is important so that they are able to follow the directions. Usually directions would be
in the simple present tense.
Example : Feed the fish twice a day

Walk the puppy twice a day.
Your friend needs some advice from you. She needs to give her cat some medication because her cat
is unwell. Create a dialogue using these phrases:
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A: Whats wrong?
B: Pet cat Fluffy unwell. Vet said a tablet for her fever
twice a day but cant remember how
A: Get instruction right make sure dosage is correct
B: one tablet, two times daily one morning one evening
A: To give tablet to Fluffy Fluffy in sitting position put hand on Fluffys head just over the ears.
Need to hold her cheekbones, too
B: Next? What need to do?
A: Tilt Fluffys head backwards shell be looking at ceiling this cause her mouth to open slightly
B: I remember! Hold tablet in other hand, between thumb and

finger force Fluffys mouth open - using same hand
A: Then drop tablet back of throat
B: After that close her mouth rub her neck to make sure
Write your dialogue here. Then, do a role-play with your friend. Fluffy swallow tablet
Write your dialogues here:
A: Right!! You confident do it?
B: Yes, thank you!

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2.5 Simple Present Tense
Simple present tense is used to: iii. Give instructions

i. Talk about something that is true/ Example:
factual. Go to sleep.
Example: Please close the door.
Water boils at 100C. Catch him now!
The earth rotates on its axis.
Mr. Samy is a teacher.
Asking questions using Simple Present
Tense:
ii. Talk about habitual actions.
Example: Do you speak Mandarin well?
She walks to school every day. Do the cats eat chicken?
They clean the house every
weekend. Does the dog bite?
The dog barks when it sees the Does Shima study in UniKL?
postman.
Answering questions in affirmative:
Yes, I speak Mandarin well.

Yes, the cats eat chicken.
Answering questions in negative:
No, the dog doesnt bite.

No, Shima doesnt study in UniKL
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SUBJECT VERB SUBJECT VERB-TO-BE
I cook I am
She rice every She sleepy.

evening.
He cooks He is
It It
They They
We cook We are
You You
SUBJECT VERB
Do I
you
we
they cook?
Does she
he
it
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SUBJECT VERB SUBJECT VERB

I I
you you
we we dont
Yes, they cook No, they cook
she she
he he doesnt
it it
2.5.1 Choose the correct answer from the box below:
is watch slides fly are slide

like flies runs watches run likes
1. The leopard ______________________ very fast.

2. The chimpanzee _________________________ to eat fruits every day.
3. Turtle doves _____________________________ to warmer places during the winter.
4. The racoons ________________________ apple pie very much.
5. Most animals _____________________________ on four legs.
6. The birds in the cage _______________________________ very noisy.
7. The lions ______________________________ their prey from far.
8. The stray cat _____________________________ very skinny.
9. Their pet goat ________________________________ TV in their house.
10. The hornbill ______________________ majestically.

Some fun facts about hamsters
Hamsters belong to a subfamily known as Cricetinae. Hamsters ____________ (be) most active
during twilight hours. The European Hamster ____________ (be) the largest hamster. A
hamster's diet ____________(consist) of dried food, nuts, seeds, vegetables and berries, and
also meat. This ____________(mean) that hamsters are omnivores. Hamsters ____________
(store) food in their cheeks as they ____________(collect) the food. They ____________ (eat)
the food later. Hamsters ____________ (be) colour blind. Hamsters were made as pets for a
very long time. They were first found by man in Syria. Hamster ____________ (come) from
an old German word hamstern which roughly ____________ (mean) hoard. Even though
hamsters were first discovered in Syria, they ____________ (be) native to many other
countries in the world.
2.6 Skimming: Knowing the topic/main idea before reading

In order to really understand what is read, it is important for us to know the topic and also the main
idea. But what is a topic, and what is a main idea?
The topic of a selection is the subject matter. It is usually expressed in a short phrase.
The main idea of a selection is the complete statement about the topic that the writer is
making.
Read this text
Scratching is a normal part of cat behaviour. Cats do it for several reasons, like to keep their claws in good
condition and to tell other cats they are there before. The act of scratching actually helps cats to have healthy claws.
But sometimes this behaviour causes cat owners to be upset. The reason is scratching could cause the cat owners
furniture to be damaged.
(Adapted from https://www.petfinder.com/cats/cat-problems/why-cat-scratches-furniture/)
The topic of this paragraph is scratching.

The main idea is Scratching is a normal part of cat behaviour.
Look at the next text. Identify the topic and main idea of the paragraphs below:
Among the easiest pet to care for are canaries. They do not really need much room, so a small
sized apartment would be just fine for them. Canary owners do not have to fuss much over their
pet. Canaries do not mind if they have to live alone without other canaries, or be left alone at
home. The reason is they are solitary birds.
(Adapted from http://www.birdsnways.com/wisdom/ww28eiv.htm)
1. What would be the topic?
2. What is the main idea?
Lets try this one:
A rabbit kept as a pet would be a happy one when it is able to show its natural behaviour. As
rabbit owners, we can find ways to help them do this. They need to be able to jump around,
stretch and play, either by itself or with other rabbits or pets. Rabbits live together in the wild, so it
is very important to keep them in a pair or well-matched group. If they do not get this, rabbits are
likely to get very depressed. Make sure your pet rabbits are neutered. We have to do it even if
theyre in a same-sex group, because this will avoid them from fighting each other
(Adapted from https://www.bluecross.org.uk/pet-advice/enrichment-small-pets)

Lets try this last one
Goldfish have rather good memories, and they are actually quite intelligent creatures. They can
identify shapes, colours and even sounds. Goldfish can even recognise individuals. They may
swim to the front of the tank and seem very happy when their owner appears. They would act the
same if the people who often feed them come near the aquarium. Goldfish may become less shy
if they frequently see people. If they are very used to seeing you, they might even allow you to
hand feed them.
(Adapted from http://www.pets4homes.co.uk/pet-advice/keeping-goldfish-its-not-as-easy-as-it-
seems.html)
2.7 Simple Sentences

A linking verb is used to express a state of being. They link the subject with the predicate that
describes the subject or renames the subject. List of the linking verbs are as shown below:
(a) am, is, are, was, were, being, been

Linking verbs
(b) remain, appear, become, grow, look, seem, smell, sound, stay,
taste, turn feel,
Example:
Mr. Abu is a teacher.
The cats are Persian cats.
The monkeys remain quiet after feeding time.
He looks old for his age.
Note: To see if the linking verb in group (b) is used correctly, replace it with the correct verb-to-be. If the
sentence makes sense and almost have the same meaning, they are linking verbs.
Example:
(i) Paul appears sleepy.

(ii) Paul appears is sleepy.
Both sentences (i) and (ii) have the same meaning.
Sometimes we would want to tell more about a person or thing. This can be done by using a
simple sentence, but we insert the subject complement. A subject complement is a word or a
group of words that describes or renames the subject. Subject complement must come after the
linking verb.
Mr. Abu is a teacher. (a teacher describes about Mr. Abu)

The cats are Persian cats. (Persian cats describes about the cats)
The monkeys remain quiet after feeding time. (quiet after feeding time explains about the monkeys)
He looks old for his age. (old for his age tells about the person)
2.7.1 Try to write five simple sentences with the subject complement.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Sometimes we want to make the sentence longer. To do so, we can extend the sentence by adding
more words. Wh- questions can be used to help us provide more information to the sentence.
Example:
He smiles. (This is a complete sentence.)
He smiles happily. (How does he smile? Happily.)
We stood.
We stood in the bush. (Where did we stand? In the bush.)
2.7.2 Underline the expansion in the sentences below.

1. A child cried just now. (When)
2. Hansel and Gretel played noisily. (How)
3. That boy ran into the shop. (Where)
4. Fendi joked for ten minutes. (For how long)
5. The audience cheered loudly. (How)
6. The speaking test started last Tuesday. (When)
7. My parents arrived at 4.50 pm. (When)
8. The telephone rang for five minutes. (For how long)
9. The children hid in the empty house. (Where)
10. They sat on the bench. (Where)
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UNIT 3
A DAY IN THE LIFE
i. Recognise main ideas in listening texts;
ii. Use correct pronunciation, stress and intonation;
iii. Scan for information needed;
iv. Write supporting sentences and concluding sentences; and
v. Use simple past correctly.
3.1 Something happened today...

3.1.1 Read the following Diary Entry written by Damia
Dear Diary,
This morning I go to the stall to buy some

breakfast. On my way to the stall, I see a kitten
trying to cross the road and she look scared. I
stop my bicycle and help the kitten. I bring her
home and I feed her. I name her Lily. I know
that she belongs to someone as she is wearing
a collar. I decided to prepare a poster so that I
can help finding her way home.
3.1.2 Listen to the recording of Damia reading her Diary Entry and change the verbs in 3.1.1
Past tense is used when we are talking

or narrating past events.
3.1.3 Listen to the Damias recording when she talks about Lily and herself. Fill in the following table to
summarise the information from the recording.
Features Descriptions
Colour
Fur
Eye colour
Tail
Markings
Damias contact information Telephone:
Email:
Facebook:
3.1.4 Draw a poster to help Damia find Lilys owner. Use the information you have gathered in 3.1.3
Talk about your poster to your partner.
3.2 Apologising and Describing

3.2.1 Read the continuation of Damias Diary Entry.
In the afternoon I wanted to go to the

cybercaf to send an email to my lecturer and
to submit my assignment online. As I walked to
the cybercaf, I met my old friend from my
childhood, Emma. She was on her way back to
her hometown and waiting for an Cuber Taxi
to pick her. She told me one sad story
3.2.2 Listen to the conversation between Damia and Emma and complete the dialogue.
My father passed away last week,

Damia. I am going home for a
prayer recital..
There are many ways

to express sympathy.
I am so sorry to hear that,
The word sorry in this
Emma. I _________ know.
dialogue is used to
express sympathy.
It is fine, Damia. He _________ sick for quite

some time. I _________ back home every
weekend to take care of him. He _________
from blood cancer and _________ to do
chemotherapy once in a while. My mom
_________ care of him during the weekdays.
He _______________ last Friday. Anyway my
taxi has arrived. I talk to you later. Goodbye,
Damia.
I am sorry that I _________

The word sorry in this
there for you, Emma. Take care
dialogue is used to ask
of yourself. Send my regards to
for forgiveness.
your mom. Bye, Emma.
3.3 Simple Past Tense

3.3.1 Complete the diary entry below with the correct form of tense.
I . (feel) sad and sorry for her. I wish I

. (can) help and be there when she
. (need) me. I . (learn) that, in
life we sometimes have to rely on ourselves
than relying on others. Emma . (have)
gone through a lot and, she . (is) so
brave and strong. I dont know if I could be as
brave and as strong as she was.
3.3.2 Complete the following table of regular and irregular verbs based on the verbs you have
found from the previous activities.
Regular vs. Irregular Verbs
Regular Verbs Irregular Verbs

Simple present tense Simple past tense Simple present tense Simple past tense
Walk walked Run Ran
Adopt Adopted Sleep Slept
Need Needed Find Found
3.4 Im sorry, but can I...

3.4.1 Complete the following telephone conversation with the correct sentences given in the clouds
below.
Hello mother, ______________________________

while you are at work.
Hello, Damia. Its fine, my dear. Have you eaten

your lunch?
________________________________ .
Yes, mother. ______________________________.

Mother, I would like to ask for your permission to go
out with my friends tonight. We are planning to have
a dinner for John who will be going to the UK for his
degree. _________________________________,
but I was just informed by Devi.
Alright, dear. Please dont come back late.

Take care of yourself. There will be RM15 on
my dressing table, you may take it for the
dinner. ______________________, I would like
to give more but I hope it is enough. Take care,
Damia.
I am sorry, dear I am sorry to disturb you I am sorry
I ate the meal you prepared in What is it about, dear?

the morning.
Read the answers aloud with a friend.
3.4.2 Listen to the recording and fill in the blanks with the correct answer.
After I (1) my mom, I had some times to
think about what to wear for the dinner. I
wanted to wear either kebaya but I thought it
might not be appropriate or a maxi dress but I
needed a new shawl. It was hard to choose. You
know, womans problem. Hahaha I
(2) thinking about something casual yet
trendy. I . (3) through my closet and I
. (4) think that I had a matching
shawl. So I . (5) to go out and buy a new
shawl. I (6) to the mall when I
. (7) into Devi. She was looking for
something to wear for the night too. We
. (8) one boutique after another and
we finally (9) what we wanted. After
the shopping, Devi (10) me to her
house as she wanted to show me the suit she
had just bought. On our way to Devis house we
met John at the park

3.5 Johns letter

3.5.1 Read the following letter and answer the following questions.
Hi, Damia! Hi, Devi! What are you guys doing here? It is nice
to meet you here. I have something to ask you about my
offer letter, if you dont mind? I dont understand few things
written in the letter. Can you please have a look?
Alfred John Wong

23, Madison Boulevard,
Country Garden,
Kuala Lumpur, 08100.
Dear Sir,
Welcome from The University of Cambridgeshire
On behalf of the university staff, it is our pleasure to welcome you to the campus where learning
would be the best experience ever.
To guide you upon your arrival, you may take a direct tube to get to city of Cambridgeshire and you
may continue your journey with the local bus there. Please be informed that our university has also
provided shuttle service to and fro the station every 30 minutes. A student ID card must be presented
upon embarking the bus, therefore a temporary student ID card is attached together with this letter.
Once you are there, please proceed to the Glean Hall in the Academic Building 01 to receive the
information about your accommodation here. Our staff there will assist you with your registration on
the next day.
If you have the opportunity, we hope that you will take time to enjoy our campus green and
picturesque scenery. Again, welcome to the University of Cambridgeshire.
Warmest Regards,
Robert J. Madison, PhD.
1. What is the purpose of the letter?

A. To remind
B. To welcome
C. To introduce
D. To give a warning
2. To go to the campus, John can take the __________________________.

A. tube and bus
B. shuttle bus from airport
C. tube directly to the campus
D. bus to the city and then the shuttle to the campus
3. What is the frequency of the shuttle from campus to the station?

A. Every hour
B. Every 2 hours
C. Every 30 minutes
D. Every 45 minutes
4. What does John need to do upon embarking the shuttle service?

A. Sit down.
B. Tell the driver of his destination.
C. Tap his student ID card at the card reader.
D. Show his student ID card to the bus driver.
5. Upon arrival at the campus, John needs to __________________________.

A. proceed to Glean Hall
B. complete his registration
C. walk around the campus to enjoy the scenery
D. straightaway to the dormitory to rest after the long journey
3.5.2 Listen to the conversation between John, Damia and Devi. Write the definition or the description
of the following words.
Tube Arrival
____________________________ ____________________________
Picturesque Embarking
____________________________ ____________________________
Pleasure Scenery
____________________________ ____________________________
3.6 Describing Routines

3.6.1 Read the closure of Damias Diary Entry and help her to complete the diary with Things to do for
tomorrow.
We had so much fun talking and reminiscing

our school days at the restaurant just now. I am
going to miss John so much. He is one of its
kind. He loves to joke around and I will be
laughing most of the time when I am with him.
He cried just now when we decided to sing a
song for him. He even said that we are his best
friends. I hope he would realize that he is our
best friend too.
Anyway, tomorrow I need to wake up early

because I promise mother that I would
accompany her to the market. I shall bring
some cat food too, so that I can feed the stray
cats. In the afternoon I need to prepare the
forms needed for my registration at USM next
week. I cant wait for tomorrows dinner as
father told me that my grandmom will be
joining us! Till then, Goodnight, Mr. Diary.
Damias To-do List
1. _______________________________
2. _______________________________
3. _______________________________
4. _______________________________
3.6.2 Fill the following table and write your own diary entry.
Idea (One memorable thing

that happened today).
Supporting sentence 1 (Who
involved and where?).
Supporting sentence 2 (When
and how did it happen?).
Concluding sentence (How
do you feel about it).
Your Diary Entry
Idea (One memorable thing

that happened last week).
Supporting sentence 1 (Who
involved and where?).
Supporting sentence 2 (When
and how did it happen?).
Concluding sentence (How
do you feel about it).
Your Diary Entry
LETS GO SHOPPING | 1
UNIT 4
LETS GO SHOPPING

i. Recognise main ideas in listening texts;
ii. Use correct pronunciation, stress and intonation;
iii. Scanning for specific information and key words;
iv. Develop ideas and topic sentence in writing a paragraph; and
v. Use adverbs correctly.
4.1 When We Go Shopping

4.1.1 Read the following receipts and answer the questions that follow.
LOTUS SHAWL & ABAYA

BAKERY AND Fathiya Shawl RM 15.00
CAFE Maxi Dress RM 85.00
Club Sandwich RM12.90
Membership discount RM 10.00
Chocolate Cake RM 8.90
Total RM 90.00
Vanilla Latte RM 6.90
GST 6% RM 5.40
Total RM28.70
Service charge RM 2.87

Grand total RM 95.40
Grand total RM 31.57
VISA 5466 7777 **** ****
Round-up RM31.60
Accepted RM95.40
CASH RM32.00
Change RM 0.40 Thank you!

Please come again
Thank you!
4.1.2 Please
Match come
the words again
given with each statement
i. The amount you pay to the government ............................

ii. The amount you pay before the tax ............................
iii. The perk of being a member ............................
iv. The balance you receive from the cashier ............................
v. The total amount you have to pay at the cashier counter .............................
Membership
Change Total Grand discount
total
GST
Round-up
4.2 I Would Like to Buy

4.2.1 Read the conversation between Nina and a salesgirl.
Salesgirl : Hello, welcome to Sweet Lady Boutique!
Nina : Thank you.
Salesgirl : How may I help you?
Nina : Im looking for a blouse.
Salesgirl : OK. May I know is it for formal wear or casual?
Nina : I just need one for our company upcoming annual dinner.
Salesgirl : Really? Any specific theme for your dinner?
Nina : Well, its Summer Paradise.
Salesgirl : How about something with red or orange?
Nina : Im thinking of something yellowish since I dont like orange.

Salesgirl : I guess I know what you need.
Nina : Oh, I cant wait! Show me!
Salesgirl : Im excited too. Lets go!
4.2.2 State the following statements are true or false in the space provided
1 The conversation took place at womens wear boutique.
2 Nina is looking for a blouse.
3 The dinner is held twice a year.
4 Nina prefers orange colour.
5 The salesgirl is helpful.
4.2.3 Nina and the salesgirl are at the Blouse section.
Complete the conversation with the dialogue given.
Salesgirl : Look at this blouse.
................................................................................................................ (1)
Nina : Really?
................................................................................................................ (2)
Salesgirl : How about this one?
Nina : ................................................................................................................ (3)
May I try it on?
Salesgirl : Certainly!
................................................................................................................ (4)
After a few minutes ...
Nina : What do you think?

Salesgirl : Perfect!
................................................................................................................ (5)
Nina : Thank you.
................................................................................................................ (6)
Salesgirl : Its RM 100.
Nina : Oh no!
................................................................................................................ (7)
Salesgirl : Are you an Orchid cardholder?
................................................................................................................ (8)
Nina : I am.
................................................................................................................ (9)
Salesgirl : Great.
You look stunning! Yes, I like that one more.
I think its too bright. Its over my budget.
In that case, Ill take it. It looks good on you!
The fitting room is over there. How much does it cost?
We have a special discount for Orchid cardholder. You will get 20% off.
4.2.4 Work in pairs and complete the dialogue using your own words. Read aloud in class.
Welcome to Ryans Shoes!
(1)...............................................................................
Im looking for sport shoes.
(2)..................................................................................
We highly recommend Sleek brand because the

quality is good. Its long lasting and many
customers are happy with this brand.
For Sleek Go, its RM150. Its more expensive than

Sleek Run because the design is ergonomic and more
comfortable. Both are environmentally friendly.
(3)...................................................................................
4.3 Comparative Adjectives

We can use comparative adjectives to compare 2 things. For example:
The elephant is bigger than the mouse.
We can also use it to compare more than 2 things. For example:
The whale is bigger than the elephant and the mouse.
One syllable Two syllables ending in y Two or more syllables
Form: +er than Form: +ier than Form: ...more...than
longer than busier than more handsome than
shorter than easier than more dangerous than
taller than friendlier than more forgiving than
faster than riskier than more interesting than
slower than funnier than more frustrating than
stronger than chirpier than more difficult than

weaker than sillier than more intelligent than
colder than happier than more ridiculous than
warmer than chubbier than more mind-blowing than
4.3.1 Construct 3 sentences using the +er than form.
The size of the shirt is bigger than I expected.

i. _________________________________________________________
ii. _________________________________________________________
iii. _________________________________________________________
4.3.2 Construct 3 sentences using the +ier than form.
Shopping online is easier than going to the mall.

i. _________________________________________________________
ii. _________________________________________________________
iii. _________________________________________________________
4.3.3 Construct 3 sentences using the more ... than form.
Credit card payment is more complex than cash.

i. _________________________________________________________
ii. _________________________________________________________
iii. _________________________________________________________
4.3.4 Which one would you choose?

Phoenix SUV Platinum Sedan
RM 120,000 RM 135,000
Full tank = 150km Full tank = 200 km
Capacity= 7 seaters Capacity= 5 seaters
Warranty= 5 years Warranty= 8 years
Leatherseat Fabricseat
Based on the information given, choose a car that you prefer. Using comparative adjective, write your
reasons of about 50 words. You may add other reasons.
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
4.4 Uh Oh, Its Not Working!

4.4.1 Do this exercise before you listen to the conversation.
Odd one out! Circle a word from each table that does not belong with others.
Power bank Dough mixer Toaster
Television Garment steamer Steam mop
Phone Charger Food processor Electronic broom
Microwave oven Induction cooker
Mini bar Stove
Refrigerator Vacuum cleaner
4.4.2 You are going to listen to a conversation between a shop assistant and a customer. Do this
exercise while you listen. Circle Shop assistant or Customer for these sentences .
1 Do you want to change it or get a refund? Shop assistant Customer
2 Here it is. Shop assistant Customer
3 Let me have a look at it. Shop assistant Customer
4 What do I do next? Shop assistant Customer
5 ... and keep it in case it wont work again. Shop assistant Customer
6 Oh, there he is! Shop assistant Customer

4.4.3 Do this exercise while you listen.
Circle the best answer.
1. What did the customer buy?

A. A toaster.
B. A food processor.
2. When did the customer buy the item?

A. A day ago.
B. Two days ago.
3. What was the problem with the appliance that the customer purchased?
A. It was not working properly.
B. It could not be switched on.
4. Why did the customer decide to change the item?

A. The customer needed it.
B. It was for his friend.
5. Who did the shop assistant call to help them?

A. The manager.
B. A runner.
6. Where the customer would be taken to?

A. Service desk.
B. Testing counter.
7. How many days of return policy did the shop offer to their customers?
A. About a month.
B. A week.
4.5 Online Shopping

Read this text and answer the following questions
Online shopping allows you to shop from any vendors, at anytime, anywhere in the world. You can
comfortably shop while having coffee, or even on the bed before going to sleep in your pyjamas!
Virtual window shopping enables all users to shop at their own leisure. Besides, you no longer
have to get dress, or even get into your car, only if the traffic is smooth. For commuters, there is
no need for you to beat the hassle of lining up into the bus or train just to get the best deal! You
can simply compare prices from various shopping websites or social media accounts before
making the purchases. Isnt that convenient? Furthermore, you can also avoid crowds especially
during festive seasons. These are the perfect time for the retailers to organize massive sales and
gain the revenue. Finding a parking is already a problem for some, it tends to make people to
hurry or rush and can cause people to be frustrated when they are stuck in a long queue before
paying. Other than that, you can also avoid from spending more especially on dining, a cup of
coffee or ice cream when you are out. Lets not forget impulse buys, especially if you are in a
mall where there are numerous vendors with great sales inviting you for another shopping spree!
While online shopping seems to take shopping experience to a new level, not all deals are as
great as they seem at first glance. While the base price for an online item might look lower than
the store price, you also have to factor in the cost of shipping. Though some companies offer free
flat rate shipping, it still may come at a cost. For instance, a clothing store may offer free shipping
but at a minimum of a RM75 purchase. Aside from the shipping, there is another problem, waiting!
Remember you are not the only customer, there could be hundreds or even thousands
(depending on the item you buy) who are waiting for the things you pay for at your doorsteps. It is
best to check the companys website shipping policy before you click on the purchase icon. If you
need something urgently, it is advisable to just get it the traditional way. Last but not least, if an
item comes damaged or not as described, you will want to return the item or be refunded of your
money. Depending on where you purchased your item, there can be different policies for refunds
and returns; this process is tedious and is prolonged since you would have to ship back the item
and wait on the seller to refund your payment.
4.5.1 Match the word or phrases with the meaning.
Commuters to shop excessively
Shopping spree buying something without

planning
Impulsive buys standard rate for shipping cost
Flat rate a person who travels some distance

on a regular basis.
Tedious tiresome
1. From paragraph 1, what does the phrase these are refer to?
___________________________________________________________________________
2. From paragraph 2, what does the phrase the traditional way suggest?
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
4.5.2 Complete the diagram.
Online Shopping
Advantages Disadvantages
MY FAVOURITE CELEBRITY | 1
UNIT 5
MY FAVOURITE CELEBRITY
i. Recognise supporting details listening texts;
ii. Speak confidently and fluently;
iii. Interpret Graphic Aids ;
iv. Write good definition paragraphs; and
v. Use adjectives correctly.
5.1 Our favourite celebrity!

Listen to the conversation between Caleb and Rina about their favourite celebrity and fill in complete
the conversation below.
Caleb : Hi, Rina. How are you doing?
Rina : Hi, Caleb. I am doing ______________. How about you? You look stunning. Going
______________?
Caleb : I am fine, Rina. Oh, I am on my way to the city hall. There will be a recording of Chef
Wang. You know, he is my favourite celebrity chef.
Rina : What? How come I did not know about this? He is my favourite celebrity chef too. I love
the way he cooks, his movements look as if he is dancing ____________ in the kitchen.
The food he makes looks ____________ too.
Caleb : Yes, I agree with you. I like the way he chops the onions and the vegetables, he chops
them ____________.
Rina : He is ____________ too. Anyway, I wish I could join you.
Caleb : Why not? There is no entrance fee for the show. Lets go!
Rina : Thats great! Lets go! We need to be ____________.

5.2 Who is Chef Wang?

Read the description about Chef Wang and answer the following questions.
Name: Michael Wang
Born: 29 January 1972 in Kuantan, Pahang
Education: Honorary Masters Degree in Culinary from
Ritz School of culinary.
Spouse: Theresa Wang
Children: Tiffany Wang
Christine Wang
Achievements: Worlds Best TV Chef 2008
Asian Most Notable Chef 2010
Worlds Number One Chef for Exotic
Cuisine 2014
Personal Life
Upon finishing high school in Kuantan, Wang pursued his certificate in culinary arts from Ritz School
of Culinary in the United States of America. He had performed tremendously that his certificate was
then upgraded to a bachelors degree and he completed his study excellently. He met his wife,
Tiffany Wang, in a cooking competition where he won the contest easily with the traditional recipe
from his mom with a hint of western touch. He continues to flourish perfectly until he becomes who
he is today.
Career Life
Wang joined the five-star Ritza Hotel in New York after he had completed his degree and worked a
sous chef there. He worked there obediently which later he was promoted to the Kitchen Master. He
worked enthusiastically and that made him has a lot of friends until today. He is currently the owner
of the Wangi Kitchen Restaurant in Kuala Lumpur.
1. Chef Wang has _____________________.

A. two children
B. his own TV programme

C. won only one award throughout his career
D. a five-star hotel which is Ritza Hotel in New York
2. What is Chef Wangs wifes name?

A. Tiffany Wang
B. Michael Wang
C. Theresa Wang
D. Christine Wang
3. Why did Chef Wangs certificate is upgraded to bachelors degree?

A. He paid to upgrade the certificate.
B. He is a well-known chef throughout the world.
C. He has a good rapport with his instructors at school.
D. He had performed tremendously while he was doing the certificate.
4. Chef Wang met his wife ____________________________.

A. in a restaurant
B. during a competition
C. in the same school of culinary
D. while they are working together in a show
5. Which of the following is not true?

A. Chef Wang is a notable chef.
B. The name of the school is Ritz Culinary School.
C. Chef Wang owns a restaurant in New York in the USA.
D. Chef Wang has a lot of friends since he studies in the USA until today.
5.3 Our Favourite Chef!
Adjectives are used to describe noun.
Adverbs are used to describe an action (verb) as

well as to describe the adjective.
Listen to the conversation between Caleb, Rina and Jeeva, and complete the conversation below.
It was a wonderful experience. I am so happy that I had the

chance to see him in person!
I agree. I am still amazed by

his _____________ skills!
Hey, isnt that, Jeeva?
Hello, Caleb and Rina! What are you two doing

_______________?
We came here to watch the show of Chef Wang. Did not you
see how ______________ he was while cooking? Oh my! I
wish I could be like him.
Yes, Jeeva. We like to see how

he moves _____________
while cooking yet he
_______________ makes the
food looks awesome!
I know, I couldnt agree more but the reason Im here is I am

accompanying my little brother. He had been shouting
_____________ to come here. So I have to bring him along. How
about we go for a drink after I send my brother home
_____________?
That would be great!
Lets meet at Grecco Caf in 30

minutes. See you, there!
5.4 My Favourite Celebrity

5.4.1 While waiting for Caleb, Rina and Jeeva to arrive at Grecco Caf, lets find out about your
favourite celebrity. Favourite celebrity could be an actor or actress, a singer, a chef, a news reporter or
even a football player. Use the diagram below as guide to find about your favourite celebrity. You may
use the Internet to assist you with the search.
Born:
Children: ____________________ Spouse:
____________________ ____________________
Name:
____________________
Nationality: Height:
____________________ ____________________
Why do you like this
celebrity?
____________________
Present to your class in a form of poster. When doing your presentation, you can use these phrases
here:
Useful phrases for presentation:
To introduce: Here is my favourite celebrity, he/she is a/an

A celebrity whom I like the most is he/she is a/an
His/Her height is ../ His/her nationality is ..
He/She has .. child/children.
To give reason: The reason why I like him/her is/are
He/She is and that is why I like him/her.
What makes him/her difference from other celebrities is
because.
5.4.2 As you listen to your friends presentations, write down some information about their favourite
celebrities. Fill in the table below to assist you in organizing the information.
Your friends name: Your friends name: Your friends name:
His favourite celebrity: Her favourite celebrity: Her favourite celebrity:
His favourite celebritys Her favourite celebritys Her favourite celebritys

birthdate and birthplace: birthdate and birthplace: birthdate and birthplace:
Spouses name: Spouses name: Spouses name:
The nationality of the celebrity: The nationality of the celebrity: The nationality of the celebrity:
The celebritys height and The celebritys height and The celebritys height and
weight: weight: weight:
Number of children: Number of children: Number of children:

What does he like the Why does she like the Why does she like the
celebrity? celebrity? celebrity?
5.5 Jeevas Favourite Celebrity

Read the following excerpt from a magazine about Jeevas favourite celebrity and answer the following
questions.
Hello again, Caleb and Rina. Let me tell you about my

favourite celebrity. My favourite celebrity would be Usain
Bolt. He is a sportsman. Do you know that he is the
fastest man on earth? Here you go, I brought an article for
you.
He did it again!
The Jamaican sprinter who has won the gold medal
for three consecutive Olympic games smiled his way
to the finishing line. The photograph showing Bolt
smiled cheekily has become meme throughout the
social media platforms.
Bolt who has won another gold medal in Rio 2016, is

said to have practiced devotedly before coming to Rio. He has shared his workout routine freely
online and he even shared some photo showing him together with his team who has consistently
showed a good sportsmanship throughout their career as Jamaican sprinters.
When he was asked about his personal life specifically about when he will get married, he
chose not to answer the question directly but instead he said only God knows. On the other hand,
his mom is hoping that he will settle down one
day and start his family.
As the only sprinter in 100 metres

event who has won the gold medal in three
consecutive Olympic Games, it is said that his
record could not be easily broken. In Rio, he
passed the finishing line gloriously at 9.81
seconds.
Wow, Jeeva! He is such a superstar. I do not like

sport that much therefore I dont quite follow the
Olympic Games but I heard about Usain Bolt. Mind if I
ask you few questions about him?
1. Usain Bolt is _________________.

A. a Jamaica
B. an Olympian
C. married with children
D. a meme who is popular in social media
2. What makes him won the gold medal for the third time?
A. He has a good sportsmanship.
B. He has the highest number of fans.
C. He has practiced devotedly upon the games
D. He has the fastest growing number of fan online.
3. What is true about Usain Bolt?

A. He has a daughter.
B. He is an American descendant.
C. His family is going to start a business.
D. His mom is hoping that he will start a family soon.
4. Usain Bolts record __________________.

A. is easily broken
B. has won him three gold medals
C. is said to be hard to break by others
D. has made the most popular sportsman in the world
5. List down all the adjectives you can find from the magazine excerpt about Usain Bolt
5.6 Usain Bolt....and Jeeva

Listen to a conversation between Jeeva and Caleb and circle the answer for the answer of each of the
following sentences.
1. Usain Bolt is holding the world/Olympic record for 100 metres, 200 metres and 4 x 100 metres
relay.
2. Usain Bolt has won the world athletics for evelen/seven times in World Championship.
3. Jeeva likes Usain Bolt because she wants/dreams to be like him.
4. According to Jeeva, Bolt is an inspiration/aspiration to her.
5. Despite having knee/new problem, Jeeva will not give up easily to achieve her dream.
6. Caleb is supporting/sporty towards Jeeva to pursue what is best for her.
7. Jeeva is such a strong/wrong woman and Caleb believes that she will be what she wants to be.
8. Caleb suggests that Jeeva should treat/greet the injury properly before starting the training
session again.
5.7 Speaking with Confidence

5.7.1 Forming question based on the answer.
1. Who is your favourite celebrity?

My favourite celebrity is Adam Levine.
2. ____________________________________________________?
I like Adam Levine because he has a melodious voice.
3. ____________________________________________________?
His wifes name is Behati.
4. Does Adam Levine have any child?
Yes, he has a child.
5. ___________ Adam Levine and Behati ____________________?
Yes, they love each other very much!
5.7.2 Ask your friend who is sitting beside you some question about his or her favourite celebrity.
You may use the questions you have formed in 5.7 and you may add few more. Prepare your questions
and get the answers too.
Question 1: ____________________________________________________________________?
Answer: _____________________________________________________________________.
Question 2: ____________________________________________________________________?
Answer: _____________________________________________________________________.
Question 3: ____________________________________________________________________?
Answer: _____________________________________________________________________.
Question 4: ____________________________________________________________________?
Answer: _____________________________________________________________________.
Question 5: ____________________________________________________________________?
Answer: _____________________________________________________________________.
Question 6: ____________________________________________________________________?
Answer: _____________________________________________________________________.
5.7.3 Complete the following table and write the complete paragraph based on the details from the
table.
Word Chef
Definition
(Dictionary)
Any real-life chef

that you know?
Why is he/she
popular?
Do you like
him/her? Why?
Write a paragraph based on the details above.
Word Athlete
Definition
(Dictionary)
Any real-life athlete

that you know?
Why is he/she
popular?
Do you like
him/her? Why?
Write a paragraph based on the details above.

MY FAVOURITE PASTIME | 1
UNIT 6
MY FAVOURITE PASTIME
i. Recognise supporting details listening texts;
ii. Speak confidently and fluently about their hobbies;
iii. Interpret Graphic Aids ;
iv. Write good process analysis paragraphs; and
v. Use adverbs correctly.
6.1 What Do People Do During Their Free Time?

6.1.1 Look at the infographic and answer all questions that follow.
1) How many participants took

part in the survey?
__________________________
2) Name the most popular

indoor activity.
__________________________
3. What is the least popular sport,

according to the infographic?
___________________________
4. Name two (2) activities which

use battery to start off.
i.___________________________
ii.___________________________
Im not good at drawing but I think I

like to use crayons or water colour. I
find this activity elevating my mood
and calming. Guess which hobby I am
talking about.
__________________________________
Source :https://www.couponbox.com/ top-hobbies-2016-infographic#gref
6.2 Do you have a hobby?

Do you have a hobby? What is your favourite pastime?
6.2.1 Listen to the conversation between Adam and Sarah and fill in the blanks.
Adam : Hi Sarah, what are you doing? You look so focused.

Sarah : Hello Adam. Im actually (i)__________ a series on Youtube.
Adam : What series?
Sarah : Oh, its Korean series. I love watching any TV series. Its my hobby.
My friend recommended Korean series. I found it very interesting.
Adam : I didnt know youre into Korean series. Anyway, how many episodes
left do you have before finale ?
Sarah : Just two. Hey, what about you?

Adam : I dont like (ii) ____________________ or any series.
Sarah : So what do you for fun?
Adam : I absolutely love (iii) ____________________.
Sarah : You must be good at it!
Adam : No, not really. I just enjoy playing sports, especially football. I like
(iv) __________ with my buddies.
Sarah : I love having fun with my friends too but not in sports. I enjoy
(v) __________ a with them at the malls and go for shopping trips !
Adam : If that so I guess your friends also like watching series !
6.2.2 Circle the correct answer.
1 Sarah likes to watch any television series. True False
2 There are a couple of episodes left before season finale. True False
3 Adam thinks he is good at sports. True False
4 Adam plays football to please his friends. True False
5 Sarah also loves to go for shopping spree with her friends. True False
6.3 Talking about favourite pastime

How do we ask our friends, or anyone, what is their favourite pastime? Look at the balloons below:
Instead of asking
What is your hobby? or You may use these phrases to respond to
What is your favourite pastime? people asking about your hobby or hobbies.
you can also use these phrases

In my free time, I like ...
What do you like to do? When Im free, I like ...
What do you like doing in your free time? I enjoy ...
What do you do in your spare time? I love ...
What do you for fun? I spend a lot of time ..
Im into ...
6.3.1 Use any of the phrases above to complete the sentences.
1 What do you like doing in your free time? In my free time, I like cooking.
2 ................................................................................... ? ......................................................
.....................................................
.
3 .................................................................................. ? ......................................................
.....................................................
6.3.2 Read this sentence.
I like gardening in my spare time
Study these sentences.
I like reading novels

I love baking
I enjoy strolling around the park
Im really into swimming
I spend a lot of time playing online games
I am keen on knitting
After using the verb like, love, enjoy, spend a lot of time, keen on, you need to add ing.
I like reading novels

I love baking
I enjoy strolling around the park
Im really into swimming
I spend a lot of time playing online games
I am keen on knitting
6.3.3 Choose the best answer.
1. Most of the time, I enjoy (watching, seeing) movies with my family.
2. I also love (shopping, strolling) at the mall with my friends.
3. I enjoy (playing, running) badminton with my brother.
4. I spend a lot time (crocheting, jogging) at home.
5. I am keen on (painting, running) patterns at the moment.

6.3.4 Spice up your speaking skills! Read this sentence,
I like playing sport
This is too brief. You can make your sentence interesting by adding more details.
What kind of
How much do sport do you How often do you
you like it? play? play?
I like playing sport
Where do you How long have

Who do you play
play? you been
with?
playing?
You may also want to say why you like it or who introduced you to your hobby.
I really like playing sport. I play badminton

with my best friend almost every day in the
evening. We play at a badminton court
near our residential area because it is
cheap. My best friend got me into this
when I was twelve and I have been
playing badminton since then. I like
badminton because I get to play with my
best friend and it is also good for our
health.
So, whats your hobby? Write about it and share with your friends.
6.4 Lets Write!

6.4.1 Complete the two paragraphs using the phrases given below.
Reading may seem boring to some but for me, _____________________________.

It started when ____________________________________________________________.
I was excited when my parents read to me, especially my mother because
________________________________. She used ________________________________ .
When I was able to read, ___________________________________________________.
I was not as good as her but she was very proud of me.
I really enjoy reading, ___________________________________________________.

When I was young, I liked to read about the world and animals.
__________________________________________. I was selected to participate in a
general quiz. __________________________________________________ As I grow up,
I am no longer interested in reading about facts. I spend a lot of time
reading novels. Harry Potter series is my all-time favourite. I love the novels
because it is different from others. I learn a lot about friendship and most
importantly, my vocabulary is enhanced. Reading ____________________________
_____________________________________ .
different intonation and voice ,

I even won first prize at district level,
reading is interesting,
unlike my friends who love playing games on mobile phones,
my parents read stories before going to bed,
also helps me in improving English language,
my mother asked me to read aloud the story,
she got into characters well,
It helped me to become a knowledgeable person,
6.5 Strange Hobbies!

Read the passage and answer all questions that follow.
Coin collecting? Reading sci-fi novels? Taking long walks? Crochet?
Whatever your hobbies are, we bet they're not as bizarre as these.
Most of us hate that terrifying question: "What are your hobbies?"
Perhaps you're part of a sports team, go to the gym, enjoying reading,

or knit in your spare time?
Here we have a collection of some of the most bizarre interests from all over the globe,
by Gifts.co.uk
1. Toy Voyaging, Worldwide
The basis of this is to send your toys off on a potentially world-wide adventure. The
website, ToyVoyagers, lets you choose a temporary home for your toy, wherever you
please around the world, and off they go. You can use the travel log to write to
your toy, as well as send and receive pictures from them. Once you want them back,
you just contact your toy's hosts and ask them to return them to their rightful
owner.
2. Competitive Dog Grooming, China
This, as you might imagine, involves grooming your dog in the most eccentric way
you can. While this hobby takes a lot of time, if you're successful enough, you can
win up to $30,000 from a single event.
3. Mooing, USA
In Wisconsin, USA, a competition takes place in which competitors must do their

best impression of a cow. The latest winner was a ten-year-old boy named Austin,
who received $1,000, a cow print jacket, and a golden cow bell among other prizes.
4. Collecting In-Flight Sick Bags, Singapore
Believe it or not, websites are available for 'Baggists' to buy and trade any sick bags
they may or may not have found on aeroplanes. One of the original 'Baggists' is from
Singapore, and has now got an impressive collection of 388 bags from 186 airlines.
5. Soap Carving, Thailand
In Thailand, it's common to see hand-carved soap flowers sold at night markets. As a
hobby, soap-carving is viewed very highly and people often sell their creations as
souvenirs.
6.5.1 Match the words with the meaning
bizarre A long journey involving travel by sea or in

space
terrifying unconventional and slightly strange
voyaging Produce (an object, inscription, or design) by

cutting into a hard material
temporary Lasting for only a limited period of time; not

permanent
grooming Very strange or unusual
eccentric Cause to feel extreme fear
carving Give a neat and tidy appearance
6.5.2 Create a sentence using the words given below.
1. bizarre
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
2. terrifying
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
3. voyaging
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
4. temporary
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
5. grooming
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
6. eccentric
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
7. carving
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
6.5.3 From the passage, name each hobby according to the description.
i. You dont need to get

into an airplane to get the
bags. Yeah, Im talking
about the sick bags. You ii. If you have a pet, this
can get them online and probably is suitable for you.
trade from those who Dont simply pat your pet.
have them. Send it to vet to make it look
gorgeous. Then, you might
____________________ have a chance to win cash if
you join a competition
involving your pet, as long its
a dog!
____________________
iii. Fancy travelling but dont

have money? Dont worry.
You can send your teddy bear
on your behalf. Let it does it
for you. Ask someone to look iv. You can get this in
after and when you miss your Bangkok or Krabi
teddy terribly, contact the host because Thais are
to return it to you. expert in doing this.
____________________ ___________________
_
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UNIT 7
Help! Im Lost!
i. Derive meanings of words, phrases and sentences from context in listening texts;
ii. Use appropriate language to introduce people;
iii. Infer meaning from root words in reading texts;
iv. Write good descriptive paragraphs; and
v. Use prepositions correctly.
7.1 Can You Tell Me How to Get There?

7.1.1 Study the map of Indah Pura below and try to complete the following sentences.
Indah Pura Uptown Tourist Information

M Centre
Mega Pacific
Shopping Mall a Indah Pura Avenue
h
k Indah Pura Galleria
o
t
a Merdeka Ring Road
Bus Station
M Underground LRT Station
B e
o r
u d
Mega
e
l Sports
City View k
Arena
Apartment a Multi-
e Food
Level
R Court
v Carpark
o
a a
r d
d
1. Mega Pacific Mall is located in front of ____________________________.

2. The Underground LRT Station is located along __________________________.
3. The food court is situated between _____________________________ and
____________________________.
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4. Indah Pura Uptown is at the opposite of _______________________________.

5. City View Apartment is next to ______________________________.
7.1.2 Read the following dialogue between Palmer and a police officer. Draw arrows on the map with a coloured
pencil/pen to show the direction.
Excuse me, sir. I need your help. Could you

tell me the direction to City View Apartment in
Indah Pura, please?
Yes, you need to ride an LRT to go to Indah

Pura. Do you know how to get to the LRT from
here?
Yes, sir. I need to start my journey from Old

Klang LRT Station which is two-minute walking
from here. Is that right, sir?
Yes, you are right. Once you reached Indah

Pura LRT Station, you will see Indah Pura
Galleria across Merdeka Ring Road. Turn to
your left and walk straight until you meet a T-
junction. At the T-junction, you need to turn left
again and you will see City View Apartment
which is located in front of Mega Sports Arena.
Thank you very much, sir!
Youre welcome. Have a pleasant stay in

Malaysia!
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7.1.3 After settling down at his homestay in City View Apartment, Palmer would like to go to the Tourist
Information Centre to get more information about the exciting spots and activities could be done here. Write the
direction to go to the Tourist Information Centre from City View Apartment.
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
7.2 Places to Go!

Study the following brochure. Listen to the conversation between Palmer and Ms. Christine and fill in the blanks
with the appropriate answers.
Experience the Night Market of Indah

WELCOME TO
WILDLIFE Pura
INDAH PURA Savour on many
(7)________ foods at the

Come and watch the
Indah Pura is well-known wildlife being fed and get night market which is open
for its (1)____________ and the (3)_____________ to every evening until
food. Tourists will usually
feed the animals in Indah (8)_________. Ride the LRT
refer and associate Indah
Pura Zoo. It opens every
to Pura II station and the
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Pura with its street food day from 8.00 a.m. to night market is
galore! Savour the food (4)_____________. (9)___________ walking
and you will remember
from the station. Make sure
your visit here and it will Visit the Pura Lake!
your tummy is empty or
make you wanting to
If you want to enjoy
(2)__________________. you will have to come again
(5)____________, make
to enjoy the feast of
your way to the Pura Lake
Plan your day ahead as (10)___________________!
by taxi with $8 fare. Be
there are so much fun and For enquiries:
adventures to be done in sure to bring Call: 55698874
Indah Pura! (6)________________! Email: ipura@gov.mt
7.3 Introducing People
7.3.1 Read the following dialogue between Palmer, his wife Lisa and Pak Andak, and
answer the questions that follow.
Excuse me, sir. May I know what is this? And what it is

made of?
Oh, that is what we call keria. It is a famous sweet

dumpling usually eaten for tea but nowadays, it is
eaten anytime. It is made of sweet potato and
starch. By the way, where are you from, sir?
It sounds delicious, can you pack some for me, please?

I am from France. This is my wife, Lisa. I am sorry she
could not speak English well. Whats your name?
Alor!
Hello! She looks like she is not feeling well? Is she

fine?
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Yes, she is not well. Back there in our country, she is

working as nurse. She has to work shift before we flew
here. So she is having some dizziness. Besides, she is
already 45-year-old. I told her to quit her job but she
refuses. She loves helping people especially children.
She is working in paediatric ward now.
Oh. Pity her, but she is doing a noble job and

helping people. I believe she is enjoying her job
every day! Here you go, I give them to free for you!
How sweet! Thanks a lot! Anyway, may I know if there

is any pharmacy around here?
There is one down the street. You better be fast, it is

closing soon. Enjoy your visit here!
Oh, thank you so much! I definitely will enjoy Indah

Pura!
1. What is keria?
A. A sweet potato.
B. It is made of tea.
C. A famous dumpling.
D. It is eaten by anytime.
2. Why Lisa did not talk to Pak Andak?

A. She is shy.
B. She is not well.
C. Palmer wants to talk more.
D. She cannot speak English well.
3. Lisa is working as _________________.

A. a shift
B. a nurse
C. children
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D. a dizziness
4. Which of the following is not true about Lisa?

A. She is a mother.
B. She loves children.
C. She is 45-year-old.
D. She is working in a ward.
5. Where do you think this conversation takes place?

A. The Pura Lake
B. Indah Pura Zoo
C. LRT Pura II Station
D. Night Market of Indah Pura
Look at how Palmer introduced Lisa to Pak Andak. When

introducing someone, you use the same information as how you
introduce yourself. Information such as occupation, age,
favourite things to do and many more are useful in introduction.
7.3.2 Fill in the table below about a friend in your classroom. Do not ask them to fill the information for you,
interview them by asking them questions.
Name:
Age: Occupation: Favourite food:
Favourite movie: Hometown: Workplace:
Hobby: Nickname:
Now introduce them to the class.

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7.4 An Interesting Dish

Palmer and Lisa pay a visit to a popular local homestay in Indah Pura. Listen to the conversation and fill in the
blanks with the correct answer.
Indah pura Fern Salad!
The true Indah Pura delicacies for your

taste buds.
Fern salad is the most popular delicacies in Indah Pura. The fern, which grows
wildly at the countryside, will bring a zest and (1)__________ to your table. Only can be
found in Indah Pura, the fern is said to be a (2)__________ to a famous fiddlehead fern
but Indah Pura fern has a citrus flavour to it which makes it has a unique added taste
to the salad. Usually served with (3)___________, the fern salad can also be served on its
own. Traditionally made fern salad uses fresh water (4)____________ and chillies but the
delicacy has evolved to have more varieties to suit your (5)____________.
Besides being delicious, the fern has a lot of (6)____________ to us. The old folks
here claim that the fern leaves were used to cure food (7)___________ and at times it is
used to treat (8)____________. Housewives used the fern leaves in the kitchen because
the zesty smell of the leaves chases the ants away from the dining table. Currently, the
fern is said to have an effect that (9)___________ the skin. That is one of the beauty
secrets that the local ladies will not tell you.
After all, your visit to Indah Pura is not complete (10)___________ you have tried
the famous fern salad! Head to the local restaurants near you now!
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7.5 Need to Go to...

Study the map of Mega Pacific Shopping Mall below.
Zafa
Toys Urs
handbags
Magazine Boutique
AERON Shoppe
SHOPPING
H&S
Apparels
Clarb
To
Candy
the Shop Shoes
food
court
Travellers Luggage
Palmer is at , write the direction for him to go to the Travellers Luggage.
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
After that, Lisa wants to buy a handbag as a souvenir, write the direction for her to go to the handbags shop.
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
Once they have done purchasing the items, Palmer and Lisa want to get something to eat. Write the direction for
them to go the food court.
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_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
7.6 Food, Glorious Food!
Palmer and Lisa has arrived at the restaurant. They are ordering the food. Study the menu below and help them
choose their food.
Seri Selasih Pura Restaurant
Chicken Flame
Enjoy flame grilled boneless chicken with our signature sauce made of
sourly lemon and sweet honey touch. It is served with steamed vegetables
and mashed potatoes with spicy brown sauce.
Chicken Ala Pesto

Whole chicken is roasted to perfection and glazed with melted butter and
rosemary. Served with Mediterranean rice and steamed peas
(Mediterranean rice can be substituted with wedges upon request).
Steamo Fish with Garlic

Two fish fillets are steamed with lemon and pepper. Served with
homemade tartar sauce and steamed vegetables (fish can be chosen either
cod, salmon or bass).
Pasta de Beef
Pasta of your choice is topped with beefsteak and mushroom sauce. The
beef has been marinated with rosemary and been prepared according to
your taste (rare, medium rare, well done).
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I am allergic to chicken and I dont like mushroom.

What should I have?
Therefore, I suggest that you have

___________________.
For me, I want something which I can use cutleries to

eat, so no bones for me. I also would like to have some
steamed vegetables. On top of that, I would like to
have something savoury to go along with it. What
would you suggest for me?
If that is so, I suggest that you have

___________________.
7.7 Is it true?
Palmer and Lisa are now on their way back to the apartment and are having a
conversation with the cab driver. Listen to their conversation and correct the following sentences.
1. The number of tourists coming in Indah Pura is increasing year by year.

2. The famous market of Indah Pura sells many hand crafts souvenirs.
3. Indah Pura was found in Pura Chendana, the traveller.
4. There are a lot of stories above the opening of Indah Pura.
5. Indah Pura is also situated nearby the famous city Kuala Lumpur.
6. The population of Indah Pura is on 75 thousand people.
7. Indah Pura is also famous in the biggest museum in the country.
8. At the spring, tourists will come and usually take some pictures at the Pura Hill park.
9. The peak season for tourists to come is from March then May.
10. The public transport at Indah Pura is one of the best in the country.
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7.8 Ill Tell You How to Get There
Write the direction to help Palmer and Lisa to go to Pura Hill park from their apartment.
Jackal Textile
Chocolate Heaven
Pura Hill City
Park View
Indah Pura Food Gallery

Apart-
ment
The Museum of Indah Pura
Murni
Beauty
Centre Hand Crafts Centre
Pura
Lagenda
Freds
Heights
Cafe
Indah Pura Central Market
Indah Pura College
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
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_________________________________________________________________________________________
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FESTIVALS AND FIESTAS | 1
UNIT 8
FESTIVALS AND FIESTAS

i. Derive meanings of words, phrases and sentences from context in listening texts;
ii. Use appropriate language to greet people and ask them where they are from;
iii. Infer meaning from affixes in reading texts;
iv. Write good opinion paragraphs; and
v. Use conjunctions correctly.
8.1 Lets Share Our Ideas

8.1.1 What are some of the most popular festivals or celebrations in your country? Do you know any
unique festivals in Malaysia?
8.1.2 Read the conversation between Maya and Peter.
Peter is attending Mayas Eid Mubarak open house.
Maya : Welcome to my house, Peter! Make yourself right at home.

Peter : Thanks for inviting me Maya.
Maya : Im glad you made it. Anyway, this is my mom.
Peter : Hello, how are you doing?
Aunty Lily : Im good. Call me Aunty Lily.
Maya : Its a culture to call the elders aunty or uncle in Malaysia.
Peter : Oh I see. Its strange but Ill get used to it.
Aunty Lily : Maya, why dont you ask Peter to eat?
Maya : Alright. Lets eat at the dining table.
At the dining table.
Peter : Wow, the food looks amazing! What are these actually?
Maya : This is what we call Rendang Ayam. Its actually chicken stewed in coconut milk and
spices. My mom made it. Its best eat with Ketupat.
Peter : Which one is Ketupat?
Maya : These are Ketupat. Its actually compressed rice cake. Look at these! What do you
reckon these are?
Peter : Bamboos?
Maya : (laughing) Youre almost there. Since rice is our staple food, inside the bamboos are
actually glutinous rice. Its called Lemang.
Peter : How do you cook Lemang?
Maya : You need to place it slightly slanted with the opening facing upwards near a small
fire. It takes about 4 hours to cook.
Peter : The only food that I think Ive tried is Satay. Its best eaten with peanut butter sauce.
Maya : Exactly. I like to eat it on its own though. Wed better eat before the food gets cold.
Lets dig in!
8.1.3 Circle the correct answer.
1 Maya invited Peter to come to her house. True False
2 Aunty Lily is Peters aunt. True False
3 Aunty Lily made Lemang. True False
4 Peter has eaten Satay before. True False
5 Maya likes to eat Satay with peanut butter sauce. True False
8.1.4 In Malaysia, when you talk about festivals, it is inevitable to talk about food. This is because
food is commonly served during any festivals or celebrations. Below are some useful phrases to
describe about traditional food.
It is cooked with ...

How it is cooked?
It is made of ...
What are the ingredients?
You can find it ...
When can you find it?
It is best eaten with ...

8.2 Lets Cook Satay

8.2.1 Before you listen, complete the table below with the words in the box.
shallot, coriander, lemongrass, cumin, garlic
Spices Vegetables
8.2.2 Fill in the blanks while you listen to the conversation between Maya and Peter.
Peter : Can you teach me how to cook Satay?

Maya : Sure, this is my moms recipe.
Peter : I love your moms Satay.
Maya : First of all you need to buy the ingredients.
Peter : What are the ingredients?
Maya : Since were making chicken Satay, we need chicken thigh. It depends on
the Satay that you want.
Peter : OK. What else?
Maya : As you can see, these are lemongrass. We need only two today. These lemongrass
are to be blended _________ shallots, ginger, garlic and spices.
Peter : How much of shallots and garlic should I use?
Maya : About 10 shallots ________ 2 cloves of garlic.
Peter : What are the spices?
Maya : About half teaspoon of cumin, coriander and turmeric powder.
Peter :How much salt should we put in it?
Maya : Sparingly. Oh yes, I forgot we also need palm sugar ________ you can also use
brown sugar.
Peter : After we blend all the ingredients, what should we do?
Maya : We need to marinate it with the meat for at least 2 hours ________ the longer the
better. I personally like to marinate it overnight.
Peter : Whats the next step?
Maya : Thread the chicken onto the skewers. When youre ready to cook, brush oil on top of
the prepared skewers_________ it will be easier to grill them!

Peter :Sounds interesting.
8.3 Conjunction
A conjunction is a part of speech that is used to connect words, phrases, clauses, or sentences. To
remember them, we can use the acronym FANBOYS.
Conjunction Meaning
For Why, because
And Showing extra or more information
Nor Not this one or the other
But Contrast, stating something that is

unexpected
Or Choice, option
Yet Contrast, stating something that is

unexpected
So As a result of, the outcome of an
action
Join the two sentences into compound sentences using the correct conjunction.
Example: My mother is cooking rice. My mother is frying some fish.
My mother is cooking rice and frying some fish.
1. Mei Hua is cooking for Chinese New Year Dinner.

Her sister is busy packing angpow.
__________________________________________________________________________
2. Shila Hamzah buys Baju Kurung.

She buys Baju Kebaya.
__________________________________________________________________________
3. Michael likes Tandoori Chicken.

He takes Tandoori Chicken at Sivas open house.
__________________________________________________________________________
4. Sangita is going back to her hometown.

She is celebrating Deepavali.
__________________________________________________________________________
8.4 Festivals in My Country

8.4.1 Write about a festival or celebration in your country. Use 5W+ 1H (What, Where, When, Why,
Who and How) to elaborate your essay.
Answer these questions to help you write about the Christmas celebration. Look at this example:
What is the celebration?

Christmas
Where do you celebrate it?

At hometown
When do you celebrate Christmas?

25 December
Why do you celebrate it?

Commemorating the birth of Jesus
Who do you celebrate with?

With family members and relatives
How do you celebrate it?
i. What do you normally do before the celebration?

Buy presents, bake cookies and cakes, decorating Christmas tree
ii.What do you do on the day of celebration?

Go to church, exchange gifts, family feast
iii.Are there any special food related to this celebration?

Turkey
iv.Are there any specific gifts to be given?

Yes, to the children
Look at this model answer:
Hi, I am Peter and I would like to share what I celebrate every year in my
hometown. I celebrate Christmas! Christmas is celebrated end of the year, 25
December to be exact. It is celebrated by Christians in commemorating Jesus Christs
birth anniversary in Bethlehem. People do lots of preparations and decorations of the
Churches and houses few days before the event celebration. Christmas trees are the
icons where you can see everywhere whether in the street or inside the house.
Usually during Christmas, family and relatives are gathered somewhere. As for
my family, we always gather at my grandpas house in Warwick. My immediate family
would be the one who arrive there first, followed by my cousins. Its fun to be around
with my relatives because I dont see them often. A day before Christmas, the female
members would help to cook in the kitchen. We normally have Turkey and cakes too.
Since the children in my family love cookies, its a must on Christmas.
The male on the other hand would be playing cards, but dont get me wrong. We
also decorate the house. We put candles and ornaments on Christmas trees. On
Christmas Eve, we have dinner. The food is delicious. On the day of Christmas, most of
my family members go to Church. On this occasion, everybody wishes Merry Christmas
to each other. Special Christmas Carols are sung in churches and abbeys. Oh yes, people
put on new clothes and present gifts to each other.

8.4.2 Using the information below, write about a celebration or festival in your country.
What is the celebration?

Hari Raya
Where do you celebrate it?

At hometown
When do you celebrate Hari Raya?

After Ramadhan
Why do you celebrate it?

Celebrating victory after a month of fasting
Who do you celebrate with?

With family members and relatives
How do you celebrate it?
What do you normally do before the celebration?

Buy new clothes, bake cookies and cakes
What do you do on the day of celebration?

Go to the mosque for prayer, asking forgiveness, family feast
Are there any special food related to this celebration?

Yes, Rendang, Ketupat, Lemang, Laksa, Satay
Are there any specific gifts to be given?

Yes, we give duit raya to children
You have all the points, now its time to elaborate your essay.
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8.5 The Lunar New Year

Read the text and answer the following questions.
1 Young Malaysian Chinese may find some Lunar New Year traditions difficult to observe.
Wearing new clothes, preferably in red, on the eve may be easy but other customs may need
effort, such as remembering to greet their relatives by their proper terms. And, bad words are
forbidden. Cleaning the house before New Years Day brings good luck but doing it on the
first day sweeps it away. Fish, chicken, duck or goose is eaten whole, denoting beginnings 5
and endings, in other words, completeness. These are among the customs young celebrants
must obey and some may feel that they have a lot more to deal with during this period
compared with Christmas or the Western New Year.
2 It is a common complaint among the older generation that young people do not take
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the festivals time-honoured practices seriously. The connection between traditions and their
meanings progressively breaks as time passes and older relatives die. The fast- paced and
technologically-driven world we live in today makes it even more challenging for families to
keep traditions alive. This is not peculiar to Chinese communities here and elsewhere; it is
true in almost every society in the world. Some, especially the younger generation, believe
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that traditions associated with major festivals and rituals are outdated or reflect a value
system that is not applicable today.
3 However, some mothers and grandmothers of Chinese families in Malaysia insist

on maintaining the multitude of festivities that make up the celebration despite the current
trying times. They take a few shortcuts, either by reducing quantity, postponing luxuries or 20
recycling decorations. They declare that abundance should not only be enjoyed on the eve of
the big day but throughout the year as well. However, some things are hard to give up.
Prayer rituals, New Years Eve reunion dinners and ang pow-giving figure prominently on the
must do list. Young families who live away from their parents also fear that prayer rituals
will disappear when their parents pass on.
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4 Lunar New Year festivities in Malaysia and around the world are beginning to reflect
younger tastes. It has become fashionable to take family vacations overseas instead of
celebrating the event at home. Hotel buffet dinners and multi-course restaurant reunion
meals take the burden of preparing a full-blown meal away for many. And, the older
generation are more accepting of those in black designer clothes.
Source: New Straits Times, February 7, 2016
1. Which practice is considered easy to be followed by the youth during Lunar New Year?
A. Dressed in red
B. Cleaning the house
C. Eating meat in a whole
D. Address their relatives with appropriate terms
2. The word this (line 7) refers to __________
A. Christmas
B. Lunar New Year
C. Western New Year
D. Western New Years eve
3. Why some of the youngsters find it hard to preserve the tradition?
A. It needs a lot of efforts

B. It is not relevant anymore
C. The older generations have died
D. Young generations are tech-savvy
4. They take a few shortcuts (line 19) means that the older generations
A. refuse to recycling decorations

B. are insisting on preserving all customs
C. are not giving up in postponing luxuries
D. are tolerating with the younger generations
5. Why are ritual prayers included in the must do list?
A. The parents pass away

B. Young families live far away
C. It should be enjoyed throughout a year
D. It might be disappeared one day after the passing of their parents
6. Why eating out is now an acceptable practice in celebrating New Year?
A. It is fashionable
B. It is better than wearing black clothes
C. It reflects younger generation ways of celebrating it
D. It ease the burden of the households in preparing the meal
7. What is the main idea of this passage?
A. Traditions are slowly forgotten

B. Traditions are insignificant in our life
C. Cultural legacy is fading and must be preserved
D. Most young generations take initiative to preserve the traditions
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UNIT 9
I HOPE ID BE....
i. Paraphrase information they listened to;
ii. Able to use varied vocabulary and expressions to talk about jobs and occupations;
iii. Use contextual clues in reading to determine the meaning of new words;
iv. Write a short narrative paragraph
v. Use present progressive tense correctly.
9.1 Jobs
What do you do for a living?
____________________________________________________________________________
If you are working, why did you choose this job?
____________________________________________________________________________
What is the strangest job that you have ever heard or read about?
____________________________________________________________________________
What is you dream job? Why?
____________________________________________________________________________
9.2 Lee Chong Wei

9.2.1 Listen to this text about Datuk Lee Chong Wei. Discuss with you teacher and friends what is
this text about.
Then, listen to the text again, and fill in the blanks with the correct answers.
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the worlds Number One badminton player for 199 weeks in a row
saw his potential in badminton
was discovered at an early age
is a renowned sportsperson
the worlds Number One badminton player again
represented Malaysia in many international badminton competitions
1. In Malaysia, Datuk Lee Chong Wei _________________________________________________.
2. Datuk Lee Chong Wei has ________________________________________________________.
3. His gift in badminton _____________________________________________________________.
4. He was _______________________________________________________________________.
5. After his 8 months break, he was ___________________________________________________.
Have you ever had an idea within a text that you read? If yes, you have actually used a skill
called paraphrasing.
In a way, paraphrasing is where we restate the meaning of the speaker has said (or what the
writer has wrote). However, we would use different words from the original text. We would
paraphrase sentences when we want to really understand what the speaker, or sentence, is
saying.
9.2
9.2.2 Listen to these sentences, and then, select the correct paraphrased version of that sentence
(passive voice). There could be more than one answer.
1.
A. To all Malaysians, Datuk Lee Chong Wei is a hero.
B. To all Malaysians, the hero is Datuk Lee Chong Wei
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2.
A. Datuk Lee Chong Wei discovered Dato Misbun Sidek.
B. Datuk Lee Chong Wei was dicovered by Dato Misbun Sidek.
3.
A. He was drafted to the national squad by Dato Misbun.
B. Dato Misbun was drafted to the national squad by him.
4.
A. Lin Dan was beaten by Datuk Lee Chong Wei in the semi finals.
B. In the semi finals, Lin Dan was beaten by Datuk Lee Chong Wei.
5.
A. The worlds Number One badminton player was ranked by Datuk Lee Chong Wei and BWF.
B. Datuk Lee Chong Wei was ranked by BWF as the worlds Number One badminton player
9.3 Talking about jobs

9.3.1 Look at these pictures. Match the number with the names of occupations stated in the table
below:
1. 2. 3. 4.
5 6 7 8
9 10 11 12
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teacher waiter / waitress

nurse receptionist
pilot chef / cook
dentist doctor
hairdresser taxi driver
sales assistant mechanic
9.3.2 Match the jobs in the table above with the short descriptions of the jobs given below:
1. I teach pupils and students. I work in schools, colleges or

universities. I learn a lot from the subjects I teach and from
the students I teach.
2. I drive my car all days. I take my passengers to places they
want to go. I use the meter to make sure they pay the correct
fare. I like talking to my passengers.
3. I fly aeroplanes to different parts of the world. I dont only fly
the plane, but i have to make sure that the journey is safe. It is
very tiring, but I love it!
4. I work in a workshop. I help to repair your cars or motorcycles.
I can also help to make you cars or motorcycle go faster.
5. I work in a clinic or hospital. I help to treat sick people. I
prescribe medicines for them.
6. I work in a cafe, a restaurant or a hotel. I cook the food.
Sometimes I like to create new food recipes.
7. I work in a shop. I help to answer your questions about the
things you need to buy. I accept your payments, and return
your change if there is any.
8. I work in a salon. I give haircuts and I help to do your hair in
styles that are suitable for you.
9. I work in a dental clinic. I help to look after your teeth.
Sometimes i have to do dental surgeries.
10. I work in an office. I answer telephone calls. I also speak to
visitors.
11. I work in a restaurant. I help to take your orders, and bring
your food. I also take your payment for the food.
12. I work in a hospital. I help to care for people who are warded.
I give them their medicines according to what the doctors
have prescribed.
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9.3.3 To ask about what the person does for his/her living, we can ask in several ways:
What do you do for a

living?
Im an architect.
Whats his job?

Hes an architect.
My father works as an
architect.
What do you do?

Im an architect. I help to
design buildings.
Is the job easy?

The job is quite difficult. However, I
dont mind because I love creating
beautiful buildings.
Do you get paid a lot? Yes, I do. Yet, I dont really work for the
money. I just love what I am doing.
9.3.4 To describe about a persons job, there are a few ways to do so. Look at the examples given
below:
My aunt is a housewife. She manages the house while my uncle goes to work. She
cooks for the family, cleans the house, washes the dirty clothes and takes care of the
family. She also runs errands, like paying the bills, going grocery shopping and
sending and fetching my cousins from school.
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My father is a soldier. He is in Lebanon now. He will be there for a year. He is part of

the Malaysian Peacekeepers under the United Nations. With his fellow soldiers, he
will help to maintain peace in South of Lebanon. Besides that, they will also do many
social activities like giving medical and dental aid, sports, computer and cooking
classes and health awareness to the people there.
9.3.5 Now, ask your friends about the people in their life, their family members or their friends. Do
this activity in pairs. Then, tell your classmates about what you friends have told you.
[Remember to use the Wh- questions. They will help you to know what to ask.]
9.4 Zoo keepers in a zoo
Contextual clues are hints or clues that are given by the author to help
readers define a difficult or unusual word. The hint could be seen in the same
sentence, or it may be found in the sentence that follows, or even the
sentence before it.
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9.4.1 Read this short essay.
Joseph works as a Zoo Keeper in Zoo Negara. He is attached to the Cat Walk Unit. Every
morning, the first thing that he has to do is to go around and check all the animals. He
administers medications if needed because he has to make sure that the animals are okay.
After that, he starts cleaning yards and preparing diets for the cats. He also
prepares enrichment items [toys and food treats used to help recreate an animals natural
habitat] for the animals before they go out for the day.
Abdul Rahman is a Zoo Keeper at both the Mammals World and Bear Complex in Zoo
Negara. He and his colleagues would go in and set up the outdoor yards in the morning
before they let the animals out. They would put food out into the different parts of the
habitat, and this is very important to do. They know they need to encourage the animals to
search for the food and stimulate their natural instincts. They try to keep it as close to
nature as possible. The animals need to exercise their natural behaviours of going out and
sniffing out their food. Even though the animals spend their time in the same enclosure
every night, they can still feel that they are in a brand new habitat. This is because the
zookeepers change the structures of the logs or put different enrichment toys into the stalls
daily. This is important to recreate the animals natural habitat.
What is the text about? _______________________________________________________________
There are several words that we are not familiar with. Sometimes, a word may have several different
meanings, and we need to know which is the one intended by the author. A good reader would not
immediately refer to the dictionary to see the meaning of the difficult word. Instead, it would be better if
we could guess the meaning of the words, based on the information that we can find in the text.
9.4.2 The words in bold are words that may be new to us. Select the correct answer for each
question.
1. He administers medications if needed because he has to make sure that the animals are okay.
In this sentence, the word administers means
A. gives
B. spreads
C. conducts
2. He also prepares enrichment items [toys and food treats used to help recreate an animals natural
habitat] for the animals before they go out for the day.
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In this sentence, the word treats means
A. tidbits
B. meals
C. luxuries
3. He and his colleagues would go in and set up the outdoor yards in the morning before they let the
animals out.
In this sentence, the word colleagues means
A. partners
B. co-workers
C. acquaintances
4. They know they need to encourage the animals to search for the food and stimulate their natural
instincts.
In this sentence, the word stimulate means
A. hurry
B. rouse
C. crack up
5. Even though the animals spend their time in the same enclosure every night, they can still feel
that they are in a brand new habitat.
In this sentence, the word enclosure means
A. cage
B. prison
C. nursery
9.4.3 Now, try to define the meaning of the words underlined in the text, using your own words.
attached to
diets
exercise
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9.5 Writing a story

9.5.1 What is a narrative essay?
When you write a narrative essay, you are actually writing a story. A good narrative essay focuses on
one very important idea, that usually resolves a conflict or problem, and the character may display
some changes by the end of the story. A good narrative essay would be able to affect the readers
feelings when he reads it.
There are several types of narrative essay, like anecdotal, experiential and personal. However, let us
focus on one, which is the personal narrative essay.
This is an example of a short personal narrative essay.
It was when I followed my mother to work that day. She was a pre-school teacher in my hometown.
When I saw how the kids really adored her, I realised what a big impact she is making to them. They
really looked at her like their mother. When it was story-telling time, they listened intently. I then
realised what I want to be! I want to be a teacher like my mother! She supported my decision in taking
the Diploma in Early Childhood Education. Never in one day have I ever regretted my decision. Now I
have graduated, I am currently working in the same pre-school as my mother did. The satisfaction that
I get from my work is unbelievable. I never think of me being a teacher as a work, an occupation. Its
more of part of my life, things that I dont mind doing every single day.
9.5.2 Now, try to write one story about yourself. To help you with what to write, these questions might
be able to guide you.
What made you want to be a pre-school teacher?

What made you decide to study in the Diploma in Early Childhood Education?
Where do you plan to work?
Do you plan to further your studies after completing your diploma? Why?
What are the satisfaction that you have when you work as a pre-school teacher?
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9.6 What is happening now?
What are you doing now, at this very moment?
What is your teacher doing now?
What are you NOT doing at this very moment?
The Present Progressive Tense is used to describe actions that are happening at the
time of speaking. The actions are still happening and have not ended yet.
For this tense, the verb should end with ing
For example:
Walk Walking, smile smiling, read reading, cook cooking

9.6.1 Add ing to the verbs below:
camp run permit
shop map prevent
see swim maintain
write stare straighten
travel contest survive
The sentences that are written in the Present Progressive Tense can be in positive, negative or in a
question form.
Positive Negative Question

I / he / she / it I am eating. I am not eating. Am I eating?
You / we / they You are eating. You are not eating. Are you eating?
Example of sentences in Present Progressive Tense:
I am talking to my father now.
The cat is eating the fried fish.
The boys are chasing the snatch thief.
I am not cooking lunch for you.
She is not going to the concert.
They are not submitting the assignment today.
9.6.2 Fill in the blanks with the correct answers in Present Progressive Tense:
1. My father and brother ______________________ (cycle) to the shops.

2. We ______________________ (holiday) in Korea.
3. Chef Kamarul ______________________ (demonstrate) how to make a desert.
4. Maya, Jesicca and Citra ______________________ (complain) about their food to the manager.
5. I cant leave yet, Mr. James ______________________ (correct) my grammar exercises.
6. Akmal ______________________ (not swim) in the pool.
7. Mark and Ahmad ______________________ (not fly) to Japan today.
8. Maggie ______________________ (not talk) to Jack.
9. She ______________________ (not sell) the painting because someone has already booked it.
10. The lion ______________________ (not let go) of the impala.
9.6.3 Write five sentences about things that are happening now (things in the classroom, or
something that you are doing now outside of the classroom). Compare your answers with your friends.
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UNIT 10
INSPIRATIONAL FIGURES
i. Paraphrase information they listened to;
ii. Able to use varied vocabulary and expressions to exchange personal information
and telling the time;
iii. Identify five contextual clues in reading;
iv. Write compare and contrast paragraphs; and
v. Use past progressive tense correctly.
10.1 Inspirational Quote
From a small seed a mighty trunk may grow.
Aeschylus
Aeschylus was an ancient Greek playwright. He works are the only works of Classical Greek Literature
to have survived.
Discuss with your friends and teacher the meaning of this quote. Think about in what ways it could
inspire our lives.
10.1.1 Listen to the text. Then, discuss with your friend what the text is about.
Write down your notes here:
10.1.2 Listen to 5 sentences being read to you, and look at the sentences below. The sentences
below each of them are the paraphrased version. Fill in the blanks with the correct answers from the
box:
furthered his turned to be

education in very well-
London imprisoned disorders captured regarded known
stop working he died in the lower

together because of it class of the
walked her freedom society
1. He fought for ________________________________, and for that, he is

________________________________ as the Indias Father of the Nation.
.
2. At the age of 19, Gandhi ________________________________where he did law.
3. He was treated like he was ________________________________ by the white people.
4. He wanted the Indians to ________________________________with the British, so later, he

________________________________ across India to campaign for it.
5. Due to the ________________________________ caused, Gandhi was

________________________________ and ________________________________.
6. He ________________________________in India, but ________________________________.
Paraphrasing is actually easy. You just have to take what you have heard or read, and put it in
your own words. To do so, you need to change a few words. Sometimes, you can change the
sentence from active form to passive form, but dont forget to change a few words! Keep in mind
that you have to maintain the original meaning the writer wants to tell you when you paraphrase. If
you are able to do so, you may have produced a good paraphrased sentence.
10.1.3 Lets try this exercise. These sentences are paraphrased version of the sentences that you will
hear after this. Rearrange each of the sentences after the original sentence has been played twice.
1. highly/ world/ peaceful/ the/ a/ still/ looks/ protest/ his/ at
______________________________________________________________________________.
2. came/ upper-class/ family/ background/ Gandhis/ an/ from
______________________________________________________________________________.
3. very/ was/ woman/ mother/ devout/ a/ his
______________________________________________________________________________.
4. and/ to/ London/ he/ shifted/ elders/ not/ and/ did/ listened/ the
______________________________________________________________________________.
10.2 May I know...
Read the dialogue below, and answer the following questions.
Saleha: Hello, are you new here?

Victor: Yes, I am. My name is Victor Calvin James. Whats your name?
Saleha: Im Siti Saleha Muhammad Arshad. Im from Johor Bahru. Where are you from?
Victor: Im from Keningau, Sabah. Im a student in the Diploma of Early Childhood
Education? What about you?
Saleha: Yes, I am, too. Phew, I feel so relieved knowing someone who is in the same
programme as me. Are you currently working?
Victor: No, Im not. I am a fresh school leaver. Im only 18 years old. I applied for this
programme using my SPM result. How about you?
Saleha: Currently, I am teaching in Tadika Kristal Indah in Johor Bahru. Ive been teaching for
3 years now. Im 22 years old.
Victor: Wow, you must have a lot of experience! I have a vague idea what Early Childhood
Education is, actually.
Saleha: Oh, I dont have that much knowledge, yet. We can share our experience and
knowledge, okay?
Victor: Sure! Saleha, what do you aim to do after youve finished your diploma studies?
Saleha: I plan to continue working, and after a few years, I plan to further my studies at the
degree level. What about you?
Victor: Its hard to say. I want to work right after Ive finished my studies, but my parents want
me to do my degree.
Saleha: Dont worry, Victor. You still have time to figure out what you want to do. Erm, Victor,
may I know the time, please?
Victor: Its 10.45am. I cant remember when my EP1 class is today.
Saleha: Group T, right? Same as mine! The class is at 11.00am. We have another 15 minutes
before class starts.
Victor: What about Kenegaraan class? I hope youre in group F.
Saleha: Same group as well! Our Kenegaraan class is at 2pm. But our lecturer made an
announcement in MyGuru earlier today that the class will start at a quarter past 2.
Victor: Okay. Hey, lets have lunch together at the cafe, after our class.
Saleha: Thats a good idea, Victor.
Victor: Lets make a move. We dont want to be late for our first class, do we?
Saleha: Come, lets go!
10.2.1 List down the information about Victor and Saleha. Add in other information not mentioned in
the table:
Victor Saleha
Full name
Hometown
Age
Working Experience
10.2.2 There are several ways to ask about the time, and how to tell the time. The sentences in box
below are taken from the conversation:
Victor, may I know the time , please? Its 10.45am.
What about our Kenegaraan class? At what time is the class? Our Kenegaraan class is at 2pm.
To ask for the time, we would usually ask like this:
What time is it now?
May I know the time, please?
Excuse me, have you got the time?
10.2.3 There are two different ways to tell the time:
Say the minutes first and then the hour. Say the hour first and then the minutes.
(Minutes + PAST / TO + Hour) (Hour + Minutes)
4:00 Its four oclock. Its four.

4:02 Its two minutes after four. Its four oh two.
[You can pronounce 0 (zero) as oh]
4:05 Its ___________________after four. Its four ____________________.
4:15 Its a quarter past four; or Its four ___________________.
Its ___________________ after four.
4:30 Its half past four. Its four thirty.
4:35 Its twenty five minutes to five. Its four ___________________.
4:42 Its ___________________ to five. Its ___________________.
4:45 Its ___________________ to five; or Its ___________________.
Its fifteen minutes to five.
4:59 Its ___________________. Its ___________________.
10.2.4 Complete the dialogue below. This is a conversation between two people in a bus. After you
have done the dialogue, practice with your friend.
Choong Han: Suresh, anyone sitting here?
Suresh: Nope. You can sit here if you want.
Choong Han: Thanks. Im excited about this trip.
Suresh: Same here! ___________________________________? (what-time-now)
Choong Han: Its 9.45am. The bus should be going any minutes now.
Suresh: Choong Han, _____________________________________? (your-date-birth)
Choong Han: 8th February 1996. I ________________________________ (actually-born-Brunei).

My father was working in Shell at the time. _______________________________
(consider-Miri-hometown). What about you?
Suresh: I _________________________________________ (born-10 October 1996-Tanjong

Malim). I ___________________________________ (really-miss-family). This is
__________________________ (first time-away-them)
Choong Han: What do you ___________________________? (like-do-free-time)
Suresh: I ___________________________________________. (reading-painting-cooking)

___________________________________. (favourite author-Stephen King). What is
your hobby, Choong Han?
Choong Han: I only have _______________________________________ (one hobby-listen-music).

____________________________________________________(favourite music-
rock-favourite groups-Linkin Park-Muse-Coldplay)
Suresh: Wow, ________________________________________ (you-good taste-music)

Choong Han: Thanks. Oh, the bus is about to go now.
______________________________________ (time-now)?
Suresh: _________________________________________________(10 oclock). Well,
_________________________________________________ (bus-on-time)
Choong Han: Good! _________________________________________ (going-take-short nap).
____________________________________________ (wake me-reach there)
Suresh: _____________________________________________________________________
(no problem-dont snore-others cant rest)
Choong Han: Ha ha, very funny.
10.3 Clues in texts
Examples:
Definition/Explanation Clues
My father owns a haberdashery, which is a shop that sells mens clothing.
The phrase ...a shop that sells mens clothing... explains what is a haberdashery.
Restatement/ Synonym Clues

Sam went to the haberdashery to buy a new suit, because he has to wear one for his uncles wedding.
In the sentence, we know that Sam can buy a suit at the haberdashery, so we can infer that a
haberdashery is a place where mens clothing is sold.
Contrast/ Antonym Clues

Sam wanted to go to the haberdashery, but Elsa wanted to buy her clothes at the boutique.
But is a signal word that tells the reader that an opposite idea or thought is going to be stated.
Inference/ General Clues

Sams favourite shop is the haberdashery, because he loves to shop for nice suits. The store assistants
there are very helpful.
The clues in the sentence are ...he loves to shop for nice suits... and ...store assistants there are very
helpful....
Punctuation
Tania's father owns a haberdashery, or a mens clothing shop, in the story.
Tania's father owns a haberdashery (mens clothing shop) in the story.
In the story, Tania's father owns a haberdashery or a mens clothing shop.
Tania's father owns a haberdashery. He has a clothing shop for men.
Write the meaning of the words in italic in the following sentences:
1. Napolean Bonaparte was diminutive in stature, but towering in influence.
Diminutive means _______________________________________________________________.
Clues: ________________________________________________________________________.
2. Tunku Abdul Rahman led a delegation, comprises of four representatives each of the Sultans and
the Alliance Party, to London to negotiate for Malayas independence.
Comprises means _______________________________________________________________.
Clues: ________________________________________________________________________.
3. During Tun Mahathir Mohamads tenure as the Prime Minister, Malaysia started to experience a
period of prosperity, where rapid modernisation and economic growth begin to take place.
Prosperity means _______________________________________________________________.
Clues: ________________________________________________________________________.
4. Among the tangible contributions of Tun Abdul Razak Hussein are the Rukunegara and the
National Economic Policy.
Tangible means _______________________________________________________________.
Clues: ________________________________________________________________________.
5. After Julius Caesar was assassinated, a triumvirate ruled Rome. The three men in charge were
Octavian, Mark Antony, and Marcus Lepidus. It was felt that this was best for Rome because the
people did not want a dictator or emperor.
Triumvirate means ______________________________________________________________.
Clues: ________________________________________________________________________.
10.4 Our Prime Ministers
When we are looking at the similarities On the other hand, we contrast persons,
between persons, places, things or places, things or situations because we
situations, we are doing a comparison. want to highlight the differences.
Lets say we need to compare and contrast between A and B. There are two ways of writing a compare
and contrast paragraph:
Block method Point-by-point method

First, tell about A, and then tell all about B. So we Every time we say something about A, we also
are actually discussing about A and B in a block. say something about B, either in the same
sentence or in the sentence immediately after it.
Topic sentence
We should inform our reader what are the subjects to be compared and/or contrasted, and tell the
reader too what exactly in what aspects we are going to say about those items.
Poor topic sentence Good topic sentence

Tunku Abdul Rahman and Tun Hussein Onn are Even though Tun Abdul Razak and Tun Hussein
different from each other. Onn have several similarities, they are very
different from each other in their individual
characteristics as well.
The Body
When you have written a good topic sentence, now brainstorm for all the points of comparison/ contrast
that you can think of. After that, cross out points which are not related or important. Next, arrange the
details so that they are in a logical order, and we can start to write a rough draft of the body.
Use words and phrases like stated below when comparing and contrasting things. But there are other
words and phrases that we can use. Search for them in the Internet.
Comparing Contrasting
In the same way Yet
Similarly Otherwise
By the same token On the other hand
Likewise In contrast
In similar fashion However
Tun Abdul Razak Tun Hussein Onn

Similarities
Highest Government Position Prime Minister Prime Minister
Profession Lawyer Lawyer
Alma mater Lincolns Inn Lincolns Inn
Differences
Date of Birth 11 March 1922 12 February 1922
Number of children 5; Datuk Seri Abdul Najib 6; Datuk Seri Hishammudin
Military service branch Rejimen Askar Wataniah British Indian Army
The Conclusion
We would write the concluding sentence at the end of the paragraph, to reinforce or to restate the topic
sentence.
Topic sentence Concluding sentence

Even though Tun Abdul Razak and Tun Hussein Tun Abdul Razak and Tun Hussein Onn are totally
Onn have several similarities, they are very the opposites when we compare their individual
different from each other in their individual characters, but they do share some similar
characteristics as well. characteristics.
Example of a compare and contrast paragraph about Tun Abdul Razak and Tun Hussein Onn:
Even though Tun Abdul Razak and Tun Hussein Onn have several
similarities, they are very different from each other in their individual Similarities
characteristics as well. As we know, both of them were the Prime Minister
of Malaysia. As their profession, they were lawyers, and they both have
studied in Lincolns Inn. On the other hand, they have different date of
birth. Tun Abdul Razak was born on 11 March 1922, and Tun Hussein Onn
was born on 12 February of the same year. Tun Abdul Razak had 5 Differences
children, and one of his sons, Datuk Seri Abdul Najib, followed his
footsteps. However, Tun Hussein Onn had 6 children, and his son, Datuk
Seri Hishammudin went into politics, too. Both men had served the military,
where Tun Abdul Razak served in Rejimen Askar Wataniah. In contrast,
Tun Hussein Onn served in the British Indian Army. Tun Abdul Razak and
Tun Hussein Onn are totally the opposites when we compare their
individual characters, but they do share some similar characteristics.
Write a compare and contrast about Steve Jobs and Bill Gates in the space provided below. Use the
information given in the table below.
Steve Jobs Bill Gates

Similarities
Nationality American
Aim for company Both have equal passion to build largest companies in the world
Establishment of company Did not create company alone. Did not create company alone.
Co-founded Apple Inc. with Co-founded Microsoft with Allen
Steve Wozniak Paul
Differences
Date of Birth 24 February1955 28 October 1955
Nature of Occupations An inventor Business leader, entrepreneur
and philanthropist
Made first million 25 years old 30 years old

Companys philosophy Apples Inc philosophy: Microsofts philosophy:
"Make computers accessible to "A computer on every disk in
everyone and make it very easy every house, running Microsoft
to use" software"
10.5 Talking about things in the past

Basically, the past progressive tense is used to highlight about an action in particular that has
happened in the past.

I / he / she / it I was eating. I was not eating. Was I eating?
You / we / they You were eating. You were not eating. Were you eating?
There are several use of the past progressive tense, as stated below:
To tell about an action that was happening during a certain time in the past
Example:
Where were you at 7 am yesterday? I was going to school.
At 12 noon last Sunday, Billy and Sarah were cooking lunch for the kids.
Most of the time, we would use the past progressive tense with the simple past tense. This
happens when we want to explain about an action (in simple past tense) that interrupts a
progressing action (in past progressive tense). The past progressive tells about a longer action
or situation and the simple past tense tells about the action or something that happened.
Example:
When Zahra woke up this morning, it was raining very hard.
Hafza and Kamarul were walking home together when they saw two robbers ran out from the
bank.
Generally, the act described by the simple past tense disrupts the situation that is described by
the past progressive tense.
Sivagamy fell down while she was cycling to class.
Lai was reading her book when the telephone rang.
10.5.1 Complete the table below in Past Progressive
e.g. I was smiling. I was not smiling Was I smiling?
e.g. The cats were running. The cats were not running. Were the cats running?
11. The boys were playing.
12. It was not raining.
13. Was Ameer listening?

14. Zulaikha was not singing.
15. Zaheed was eating.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
1. It was when Tony Fernandes ____________________ (see) that the music industry
____________________ (fail) to embrace the Internet that he ____________________ (decide) to
quit the music industry.
2. Tun Abdul Razak ____________________ (suffer) from leukaemia during his tenure as the Prime
Minister but he ____________________ (refuse) to let his family know about it. He
____________________ (feel) that he needs to focus on Malaysias well-being and development.
3. Azizul Hasni Awang was over the moon when he ____________________ (win) Malaysias first
ever track cycling medal in the 2016 Rio Olympics. He ____________________ (compete) in a
cycling tournament in Kuala Lumpur when a cycling coach ____________________ (spot) him.
4. Dato Mokhtar Dahari ____________________ (play) for Selangor when he

____________________ (start) to play for Malaysia in 1972. His soccer skills
____________________ (mesmerise) those who ____________________ (watch) him in action.
5. P. Ramlee ____________________ (catch) B. S. Rajhans interest when he

____________________ (sing) at a keroncong show in Penang in 1948, and in 1949 Rajhan
____________________ (sign in) P. Ramlee to join Malay Film Productions as a playback singer.
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At the end of the Unit, students should be able to:

1.1 Meeting new people

Hello, my name is Anisah. May I

Pleased to meet you, too. Yes, I am.

Hey there, David!

Hey Chong! Fancy meeting you

Thanks David. But Im showing Elsa

Hello Elsa, its a pleasure to meet

Hi David. Likewise. My name is Elsa

Introducing oneself Introducing others

1.2.3 Answer these questions:

1. Where does Saleha work?

2. What does Maisarah do for her living?

3. Who has worked longer?

4. What does Saleha plan to ask Maisarah?

Taking an evening stroll, sir?

Amanda: Hello Mr Kumar!

1.3 Skimming in Reading

bow hand handshake situations gesture man woman

1.3.2 What is skimming?

1.3.3 Lets look at this text.

1. For this text, what could be the general idea?

2. What is the general idea for this text?

1.4.1 Add in a few more nouns according to the categories given:

SINGULAR PLURAL COMMON PROPER

Car Cars Laptop Kulai

Fly Flies Shoes Linda

Box Boxes Candle KL Tower

friends but finding it tough:

Adapted from: https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/the-happiness-project/201109/8-tips-making-friends

1.5 Simple sentences

Can be in a form of a noun

Usually refers to a person or thing that are affected by the action

Usually comes after the verb

1.5.1 Write ten other examples of S-V sentences.

1.5.2 Fill in the blanks with suitable answers.

Subject verb object

e.g. Salleh eats dinner.

e.g. Hassan loves his job.

At the end of the Unit, students should be able to:

2.1 Lets talk about pets

Do you have any pets?

Is keeping pets beneficial to us? Please state you reasons.

2.2 Describing Animals

adorable herbivores playful shed scales

Cats have __________, so cat owners need to cut

Iguanas have __________ along their backs.

Parakeets are very __________, they are lovely

Zil usually come to the pet shop.

2.3 How to Care for a Pet

we need to get Bujibu vaccinated every year

Harris: Hello mom, Im home.

2.4 My Pet is Unwell...

Example : Feed the fish twice a day

A: Get instruction right make sure dosage is correct

B: one tablet, two times daily one morning one evening

B: Next? What need to do?

B: I remember! Hold tablet in other hand, between thumb and

A: Then drop tablet back of throat

B: Yes, thank you!

2.5 Simple Present Tense

Simple present tense is used to: iii. Give instructions