ENGLISH TOPICAL TEST 1 2013 FORM 3 SMK JAMBATAN PUTIH Name: _______________________ Section C (10 marks) Summary Read

the text below and complete the following task.

Examination can be stressful for most students today. It is part of a students life. Some students will succeed excellently but some may just pass. There are tips on how to do well in examinations. It is vital for all students to be consistent in studying. Students must revise what they have learnt to remember what they have studied. This will prevent them from forgetting and losing important details. Students should study in a conducive environment. They should choose a place which is quiet and peaceful that will enable them to concentrate better. It is advisable to stay away from things that distract them such as computers, tablets, i-Pads or even television. Next, many excellent students have cited that they join a study group to obtain and maintain good grades. This is a forum where they can share knowledge, exchange ideas and seek for help from their peers. If this does not work for them, they should seek help from their teachers. The teachers are actually their best references. Lastly, one very important reminder for all students is never study at the last moment. It will only add unnecessary pressure on them. Students might experience hyper-tension or mental blackout. In a nutshell, success can be achieved if they practise the tips given and do not rely on pure luck.

Class: __________________

Write a summary on what students must do to prepare for examinations. Your summary must: not be more than 60 words, including the 10 words given below be in continuous writing (not in note form) be written in one paragraph

Use your own words as far as possible without changing its original meaning. Begin your summary as follows: When preparing for an examination, it is important that students

GUIDED WRITING Using the notes below, write an article for your school magazine about How Students Can Achieve Success. strike a balance in all aspects of life study hard and recall information listen attentively in class complete homework join co-curricular activities pick up new skills, meet new friends be active in sports and games take time to rest, relax and recuperate have a balanced diet, good sleep and regular exercise Sample Answer: Fill in the blanks with the correct word/phrase. Choose the answer from the table below. pick up assigned examinations memorise well-being time medals and trophies attentively strike a balance recall information rest, relax and recuperate build team spirit and leadership keys effort vital co-curricular succeed

How Students Can Achieve Success What is success to a student? Is it scoring straight As in _______________________? Do you define success by winning many _____________________________? To be truly successful, a student must _______________________________ in all aspects of life. Mental, physical, spiritual and emotional ____________________ are important. As a student, we have to put in ________________ and hard work to understand and remember what we have learnt. We should study hard and ________________________. However, you should merely not _______________________ facts and numbers. Listen ___________________________ in class and complete the homework the teachers have ____________________ you. You should join ______________________________ activities. Active participation in clubs and societies helps you to _____________________ new skills as well as meet new friends. Sports and games help to _____________________________________________. Without a healthy body, it is impossible to __________________ in other areas. Thus, one should always take time to _______________________________________. Remember to have _______________ for fun, friends and family. A balanced diet, good sleep and regular exercise are ____________ for good health. In short, hard work and good health are ____________ to achieve success in life. Written by: Aleya Ali 2

Prepared by, ________________________ (PUTRI MUBINA SUJAK) ENGLISH TEACHER

Checked by, ___________________ (CHU KET MEE) HEAD OF ENGLISH PANEL

Verified by, __________________ (LEE KEN SANG) HEAD OF LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT