upsr talk paper 2

7/30/2019 Upsr Talk Paper 2

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THE FORMAT

• PAPER 1 – 014/1

• ASSESSING:

LANGUAGE SKILLS

READING SKILLS

• PAPER 2 – 014/2

• ASSESSING:

WRITING SKILLS

READING SKILLS



PAPER 2

SUBJECTIVE TYPE3 SECTIONS

DURATION 1 hr 15 min3 QUESTIONS

ANSWER ALL



Pupils are tested on :

The ability to write phrases andsentences within a specific context in

accurate and standard English – with

appropriate word order, vocabulary,structures and punctuation.












Write 5 complete sentences

based on a picture . You may use

the words given.



ASSESSMENT OBJECTIVE

Question 1

To assess candidates’ ability to construct

sentences

Task:

To write grammatically correct sentences.

Based on the given stimulus.



BAND A (EXCELLENT)

• All sentences constructed correctly.

• Words used correctly.

• No spelling or punctuation errors.

• Variety of sentences structures.• Ideas well presented and relevant to the

stimulus.

MARKS : 9 - 10



SAMPLE 1

SUBJECT VERB Amin walks.

Ai Ling sings.

They study. A fish swims.



SAMPLE 2

SUBJECT VERB STORY LINE

Amin walks to school.

Ai Ling sings on the stage.They study in the library.

A fish swims in the aquarium.



SAMPLE 3


Amin walks to school in themorning.

Ai Ling sings on the stage everynight.

They study in the library everyevening.

A fish swims in the aquarium everyday.



SAMPLE 1

SUBJECT VERB OBJECT Amin walks to school every day.

Ai Ling walks to school every day.

Amin and Ai Ling walk to school every day.

1.

2.

SUBJECT VERB OBJECT

Amin is a handsome boy.

Amin is a lazy boy.

Amin is a handsome but lazy boy.

1

2



Complex sentences :

1. The man whom you saw lives

near the flats.2. Here is the book that is worth

reading .

3. They visited the spot where theaccident took place.

4. While he was on his way to

school this morning, he saw anaccident.



Read the instructions carefully. Underline the

important points.

Look and study the picture given.

Read the helping words. Try to relate them with

the situation in the picture.

Write 5 sentences about the picture.

Check whether you have written simple, compound

and complex sentences.

Remember ! Your task is to write GRAMMATICALLY

CORRECT SENTENCES. SO, DON’T FORGET TO CHECK YOUR GRAMMAR,

SPELLING AND PUNCTUATION.



mother

planting

flower plants

flower pots

sister

skirt

sweeping

broom

Amin, youngest brother

bicycle

riding

garden

Ahmad, elder brother

collecting leaves

SamadfathercarWashing cargarden



SUBJECT VERB OBJECT

Mother is planting flower plants in theflower pots.

Samad and hisfather

are washing the car in the garden.

Amin, his

youngestbrother

is riding a bicycle in the garden.

Ahmad, hiselder brother

is collecting the dried leaves .

Ramlah, hissister

is sweeping The rubbish in thegarden with a broom.



pitching tent

- sleep

-cooking

-peeling

-lunch

-Boy scouts

-camping

-campsite

collecting

firewood





A few boyscouts

are camping at the campsite .

Two of theboy scouts

arecollecting

some firewood to makea fire.

Two boys are running because a cow is

chasing them.

Two boys arepreparing

food for lunch.

Three boys are pitching a big tent for them tosleep in.

Sample sentences



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1. A few boy scouts are camping at the campsite .

2. Two of them are collecting some firewood

3. Two boys are

chasing them.

running because a cow is

4. Two boys are preparing food for lunch.

5. Three boys are

to sleep in.

pitching a big tent for them

L k t th i t f ll d it fi e t b t it Y th d i th b t



pupils tuition experienced teacher air-conditione

comfortable house class teaches exercises

Look at the picture carefully and write five sentences about it. You may use the words in the boxes to

help you. You are advised to spend about 15 minutes on this section.



White-board Air-conditioner

teacher

teaching

pupils

writing




Question 2

To assess candidates’ ability to transfer information

accurately and appropriately

TASK

Transfer information from one text type into a given framework.

To make a choice and give reasons .

BAND A (EXCELLENT)



BAND A (EXCELLENT)

• Confident use of the language

• Reasons conveyed clearly through a variety ofsentence structures.

• Confident use of new words to express reasons.

• Reasons are well-planned, relevant and arelinked so as to sustain the interest of the reader.

• Overall accurate use of spelling and punctuation.

5 marks



SUGGESTED SENTENCES FOR QUESTION 2(B)



SUGGESTED SENTENCES FOR QUESTION 2(B)

TOPIC / AREA OFINTERESTS

REASONS

1. Place / Locations It is near my house,so I can go there easily.It is exciting to visit this place because

there are many interesting and attractive spots.

It is a nice and beautiful place to visit.

I have never been to this place before, so I

am very eager to go there.

2. Prices / costs /fees

The price is low, that is only RM …….

Although the price is high, it is reasonable and

affordable.

It is a reasonable price and I think I can afford it.

I can afford to buy it.

• Food/ It is delicious and tasty



• Food/drinks/menu /meal

It is delicious and tasty.It is my favourite foodIt is easy to cook / to prepare / to serve.It is good for health because it contains vitamins /

minerals and protein.

I like the taste.It is nutritious .It offers free………..

4. Transport /vehicles

It is the most comfortable way of travelling.It is an economical way of travelling.It is more convenient / comfortable.It is a faster means of transport, so I will not feel

bored.I can reach the destination earlier.

I like to see the beautiful scenery along the way.

5. Free The offer is attractive. I like it very much.



5. Freediscountoffer /prices

The offer is attractive. I like it very much.I can save my money.I can use the money to buy something else.I can use my money to buy books.I can add in my collection.

I can get it cheaper .I can get it at a low price.I can keep it as a souvenir.

6. Activities /contest /

competition.

The activities are very interesting and challenging.The activities are suitable for my age.

I can get a lot of knowledge .I can meet a lot of friends by joining the

contest / competition.I am talented in ………… so I can have the

opportunity to show my talent.This activity is very useful and has a lot of benefits.This activity is simple and easy to do.

7 Pets It is a cute animal



7.Pets It is a cute animal.It is easy to look after.I can take care of it easily.I can play with it.I can have a company.

It helps to look after the house.It is easier to manage as it eats only …(grains)

8. Society / club The activities are interesting.It can increase my knowledge.It teaches me to be independent.It gives me chance to mix around.I can get many new friends.

I can cooperate with the other members.It has a lot of benefits.I can learn many new things.

9. Colour / It is beautiful.



9. Colour /patterns/

fashion.

It is beautiful.It is attractive and nice.It suits me.It is the latest design and fashion.I like the colour.

It is my favourite colour.

10. Hobby /Interest

I will enjoy myself doing it.I can share my hobby with my friends as we have the

same interest.I can do something beneficial during my free time.

It can widen my knowledge.I can get many friends.

11. Time taken/ Duration

of time.

I takes a shorter time to finish my work.It takes a shorter time to reach the destination.The time given is enough for me to complete my work.

12. Topic /Title / Theme

The topic is suitable for my age.The topic is very interesting.The topic is very simple and easy.

13. Facilities I will feel comfortable with the facilities provided.I will feel more convenient.



ee o e co e e tI can use the facilities provided.I can save my money and time.

14. Occupations I can earn more money for a living.

It teaches me to be responsible.It teaches me to be independent.I am committed to my job.I can support my parents.

15.Age group It is suitable for me as I am ………. years old.

I am eligible , so I can take part.

16. Pen pal He/ she is from ………… If I have the chance, I will visit his / her country one day.

We have the same hobbies, so we can exchangeideas.

We share the same hobby / interest / idea.We are of the same age.She/ He is older than I , so I can learn many new

things from her / him.> She/ He can be my foster sister / brother.



Read the instructions carefully. Underline the importantpoints.

Read the text carefully.

Read the sample answers given in the table. Thenunderline the answers to be transferred in the text.

Be very careful with spelling and punctuation.

Decide your choice. Write them in section B.

Give good reasons for your choice.

Remember ! Your task is to MAKE A CHOICE AND

GIVE GOOD REASONS.

SO, WRITE GOOD REASONS USING CORRECT

GRAMMAR, SPELLING AND PUNCTUATION.

Do not write too long. You will be awarded a

maximum of 5 marks onl onl .

DOS AND DON’T’S IN



DOS AND DON T S IN

WRITING

Linkers are use to tell or explain more about the first

idea in the sentence.

Pupils are not encourage to use these words in

writing at this stage because it may distort the

meaning of the sentence. Most of the pupils fail touse the words clearly and marks will be deducted

for this.

Some common mistakes



Some common mistakes

The price is cheap or expensive correct

The price is low or high. wrongThe ( thing .. shirt,book etc) is cheap or expensive.

In – The book is in the bag

( the book is already there)

Into- Please put the book into the bag.

(the action of putting the book into the bag)

Misuse of some words

Than,then and them

There, they, their

Went, when



Menu

Fried rice

with prawns

Steamed rice

with chickencurry

Fried noodles

with mushrooms

Price RM 2.50

Served with friedvegetables

Free drinks mineralwater

Dessert butter cake

Available

throughout

the day



Menu

Fried rice

with prawns

Steamed rice

with chicken curry

Fried noodles

with mushrooms

Price RM 3.50 RM 4.00 RM 2.50

Served with

cucumbers and

salad fried vegetables chicken soup

Free drinks mineral water syrup fruit juice

Dessert local fruits

chocolate ice-

cream butter cake

Available

throughout

the day only for lunch

for breakfast

and dinner



choice

price

offer

available

serving

dessert

SAMPLE ANSWER



I would choose the fried noodles with

mushrooms because it is my brother’sfavourite food. The price is reasonable and

affordable. It is served with my brother’s

favourite chicken soup. The fruit juice is free

so I can save my money for other things. Mybrother loves the delicious butter cake. I can

bring my brother for dinner as we are usually

free at that time. My brother will surely behappy with my choice.



DrawingCompetition

Story- tellingCompetition

SingingCompetition



Date 20 April 2006

Time 7.00 pm

Venue Bukit RimauShoppingComplex

Fee Free

Prize Bicycle



Reasons to help you



p y

Why SingingContest

Date/Time

Venue

Fee

Prize

Interesting

Hobby

Test my talent

Convenient

Enough time to practise

Near my house

Can cycle alone

Reasonable

Affordable

Attractive and interesting

Can keep as souvenir

1. It is my hobby. It is interesting

and I can test my talent.

1. The time and date is convenient

for me. I have ample time to

practise.

1. The venue is just a stone’s throw away from my house. I can just

cycle there alone.

1. The fee is reasonable and

affordable. I can use my own

pocket money.

1. The prize is attractive and

interesting. I can keep it as my

souvenir.

I would choose Singing Contest because



it is my hobby. It is also interesting and

challenging because it can test my talent. Thetime and date is convenient for me. I can

have ample time to practise. The venue is

just a stone’s throw away from my house. I

can cycle there. The fee is reasonable and

affordable. I can use my own pocket money.

The prize offered is interesting and attractive.

I can keep it as my souvenir.

Study the advertisement below carefully. Then complete the table using the information given in

the advertisement. You are advised to spend 25 minutes on this question.



Malaysia Indonesia

RM40.00

Round Square

Plastic Stainless steel

Boys and girls Girls Boys



Question 3

To assess candidates’ ability to express ideas in

sentences with correct structures.

TASK:

To write sentences about the pictures in a

paragraph or paragraphs using the given wordsand express their ideas cretively.

BAND A (EXCELLENT)



• Confident use of the language

• Ideas conveyed clearly through a variety ofsentence structures.

• Confident use of new words to express ideas.

• Ideas are well-planned, relevant and are linked so

as to sustain the interest of the reader.• Overall accurate use of spelling and punctuation.

13 - 15 marks



•Look at the pictures.•Try to answer these questions:

Who are the people?



What are they doing?

What is happening in each picture? Where is the place?

Look at the words given.

Use the words to make

complete sentences.

You have to add words

to make each sentence

complete

Begin each sentencewith a capital letter. Adda full stop at the end of

every sentence.

Arrange the sentencesin paragraphs. Makesure you use all the

words. Check thespelling and grammarcorrectly.

T



Tenses

Spelling

Punctuation

to + infinitive

Flow of ideas and proper sequencing.

Suitable vocabulary – adjectives / adverbs /

linking words/ conjunctions.

Interesting expressions and use of similies and

proverbs where possible.

Writing must be neat and legible.

Expand the sentences by adding suitable new



word and phrases.

Make sure the information added appropriate to the

story line.

The quality of the sentence carries more marks and

not the number or length of sentences written.

Check your answers for grammatical or spelling

errors.

MORE PRECISING



Pupils are not encourage to use the words manymore, others and etc at the end of the sentence.

They must be certain in giving the examples.

My mother buys chicken, meat, vegetables and

fish.

COMMON ERROR



By car

In his father’s car

In red car

Reach at Kuala Lumpur( Reach Kuala Lumpur )

Arrived at Kuala Lumpur

Thank to Ahmad for his good deed.( Thank Ahmad for his good deed )

REDUNDANCY



A Proton Saga car

A Savvy car

Went back homeAt there

Thank to him

Red in colour

SOME EXPRESSION FOR MERIT



SOME EXPRESSION FOR MERIT

A stone’s throw away

Finger licking good

Left for home

Eye catching scenery

The food is delicious and

scrumptious .

For a good piece of writing



g p g

You can add

• Similes

• Proverbs

• Idioms

Similes• as beautiful as the rainbow



• as proud as a peacock

• as big as an elephant

• as busy as a bee/ an ant• as clear as crystal

• as cold as ice

• as deep as a well

• as fast as lightning

• as green as grass• as happy as a child

• as hungry as a wolf

• as loud as thunder

• as white as snow

• as slow as a tortoise/ a snail

• as silent as the grave

• as stupid as a donkey

• as sweet as hone / su ar

PROVERBS



• What is a proverb ?????? A proverb is a short saying

containing words of advice,

warning or wisdom.

Example of Proverbs

• A friend indeed is a friend indeed



• A friend indeed is a friend indeed

• All that glitters is not gold

• An apple a day keeps the doctor away• Better late than never

• Charity begins at home

• Honesty is the best policy• Many hands make light work

• Practice makes perfect

• Slow and steady wins the race

• Too many cooks spoil the broth• Two heads are better than one

• Where there’s a will, there’s a way

IDIOMS



• What is an idiom ?An idiom is a phrase or sentence in

which simple words are used toconvey a special meaning.

Example of Idioms:• A black sheep : a- good-for-nothing person.



e.g. Hilmi always causes trouble in his family.

He is a black sheep in the family.• A snake in the grass : a secret enemy

e.g. I thought she was my friend until she

betrayed me. Only than I did know that shewas a snake in the grass.

• Apple of the eye : someone dearly loved

e.g. He is the apple of his mother’s eye.

• To lend a hand : to help

e.g. My car has broken down. Can you lend me ahand?



hand?

• To rain cats and dogs : rain very heavily

e.g. It was raining cats and dogs this morning.

• To sell like hot cakes : to be sold off quickly

e.g. The books sold like hot cakes because theywere very popular.

• To talk big : to boast

e.g. Don’t talk big. I know who you are.

• To look down upon : to despise

e.g. It is wrong to look down upon the poor.

SOME SUGGESTED EXPRESSIONS THAT CAN BEUSED BEFORE STARTING A NEW SENTENCE.

1. Quickly ………….



1. Quickly ………….

1. Suddenly ………………………..

1. Immediately ………………………..

1. After that ……………………………

1. A few minutes later ……………….

1. Later on …………………………….

1. The next day ………………………

1. After some time …………………..

1. While ………………………………

1. As…………………………………

D. TO END A COMPOSITION

SOME SUGGESTED CONCLUSIONS

E h i d b h



Everyone went home tired but happy.

They went home tired but happy.

He was glad he had done a good job.

They enjoyed themselves very much.

They had a wonderful time.

It was a memorable day for them.

He is a hardworking and helpful boy. He is a responsible boy.

His teachers / parents are proud of him /her.

Everybody thanked him for his good deed.

I am proud to be his friend.

They are a happy family.

He had learnt a good lesson.

He promised he will never do it again.

The pictures below describe a family outing. Use all the words given to describe thepictures. Write your answers in the space provided.

You are advised to spend 35 minutes on this question



You are advised to spend 35 minutes on this question.



SUBJECT VERB STORY LINETIME

Last Saturday Encik Amin took his family to a bird park.

They saw many birds in the cages.



SUBJECT VERB OBJECTTIME

They found a place for lunchIn the afternoon



SUBJECT VERB OBJECTTIME

helpedThey their parents to pack their things.

They went home .

They enjoyed their outing very much.

SAMPLE ANSWER

Last Saturday Encik Amin took his family to the Paradise Bird Park in Langkawi They went



Last Saturday, Encik Amin took his family to the Paradise Bird Park in Langkawi. They went

there by their new shiny Savy car. The children were very happy to see many bird in the

cages. They saw some parrots, swallows, peacocks and many more. The birds were flyinghappily in big cages.

At the afternoon, Encik Amin decided to have a picnic. They found a place which was just a

stone’s throw away from the bird park. They put the food on a mat under a shady three. It

was a mouth watering food. They enjoyed the delicious food cooked by Puan Ana, his

wife.

After lunch, Encik Amin’s children Zarul and Zura helped their parents to pack all the

things. They arranged them nicely in their father’s blue in colour car. Encik Amin drove

his car carefully. They reached home tired but happy. It was a memorable day for they and

hoped to go again some other day.

Look at the pictures. Use the information given to write about a Canteen Day in thespace provided.

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