Page 49 - Top Class KSSM English Tingkatan 4

English Form 4 KSSM Answers

Haze has been a problem for many years now. The cycle or just walk around. However, I was only able to go
reason is the open burning carried out in large areas. there last Sunday and I had the shock of my life! It is hard
Forest fires may not be the act of humans but they may to believe that the park is only about one month old. Signs
be prevented. The ashes and smog are polluting the of vandalism can clearly be seen and it is really upsetting to
air and reducing visibility. Another contributing factor of see the park in such state. I dread to think about its condition
pollution is plastic materials. Although the use of plastic in a few months’ time. I am sure there are workers employed
has been discouraged, they still can be seen around us. by the City Hall to take care of it but the citizens should also
Littering is another issue that has to be addressed, too. be responsible for it. The park is built for us and we do not
It is an eye- sore to see rubbish strewn in places where have to pay any fee to enter the park. Therefore, we should
cleanliness should be a responsibility of everyone. appreciate it.The workers will not be there all the time and
Some of the plastic bags and bottles have been known some damages will take time and cost to have them back to
to flow into sea. As a result, some of the marine life their original state.
are killed. Therefore, people should have been more First, a few sign boards which are put up so visitors
responsible in preventing pollutions. can find their way around have been vandalised. The letters
WRITING on the boards have been scratched off leaving words without
meaning. Someone had scribbled their names and matchstick

A “Penang:Leisure and Pleasure Destination” drawings, too. Next is the rubbish. I arrived quite early and
saw workers collecting plastic bags and bottles left on the
Penang has been one of the famous places in Malaysia grass. Some just left rubbish outside the rubbish bin which is
and also around the world. It boasts many tourist attractions empty. They can’t even open the lid to put the rubbish inside.
that people can visit as well as a great food paradise. Penang Plastic bottles can be seen floating on the surface of the lake,
is an island also known as the Pearl of the Orient which can too. Another regretful action is the damage done to the plants.
be accessed by road via Penang Bridge or Sultan Abdul Halim The branches of some small bushes have been broken and
Bridge. Besides by air, taking a ferry from the mainland to the left hanging. The flowers must have been so irresistible that
island can be an intriguing experience. they must pick them.
For those who love a little adventure and outdoor activity, I feel vandalism is an unhealthy attitude among certain
Penang National Park should be on the list. This is a park people. Catching the culprits might be possible but finding
with a difference. It is the smallest national park in Malaysia solutions as to why vandalism occurs can be the best way
although it is not really a jungle. It also does not have wild to curb the problem. One way is to start at an early age.
flora and fauna. The park provides an opportunity for people Parents need to teach children to behave appropriately when
to explore nature by walking in its trails and catch sight of they are in public areas. The City Hall can also try to distract
some animals like monkeys and giant lizards. The trails will people who are tempted to vandalise public properties. For
lead to a beach where you can have a picnic, lie in the sun, example, food and drinks should not be allowed into the park
swing on the beachside and visit the lighthouse. The Kerachut at all. Probably drinking water brought in their own bottles can
beach is home to thousands of turtles if you are lucky enough be an exception. They will not leave them anywhere they like!
to see them back home! Try planting non-flowering plants like bamboo or palms.
The Entopia Penang Butterfly Farm should be another In a nutshell, the citizens should be thankful to have a
place in the list of places to be visited when you are in Penang. recreational park but those who frequent the place should put
As Penang National Park, it is also a place where you can in effort in keeping it nice and clean. Let us do our part for
have the chance to connect with the charm of nature. This our Mother Earth, too.
farm houses over 4,000 butterflies of about 150 species, a Yours sincerely,
tropical sanctuary not only for butterflies but for other little
inhabitants that can fly. Consider the experience as walking Maureen
into a magical paradise where you can watch plenty of (Maureen Kaur)
colourful butterflies flutter freely in the surrounding area.
One of the most fun places to visit in Penang is “ Made UNIT
in Penang Interactive Museum”. It is a place where one can 1 8 Image
go with the whole family to know more about the culture of
Penang. The 3D paintings and sculptures look so appealing
that it is a pleasure to pose for a picture at each one. The
enthralling paintings and murals in the museum are a READING
combination of fun, culture and history of Penang, for you to A 1. B 2. D 3. A 4. C 5. A
explore. 6. their cultural and finacial values
To be in Penang for a break will be a great choice. It
may take a few days if you were to go to all the interesting 7. unique design, stroy and personality
places which include Penang Hill or Bukit Bendera, the Batu 8. between three to four months
Feringgi beach or the floating mosque. The list can be very 9. (i) 'wayang kulit'or puppet shadowa/'keris'making/
long that you have to visit Penang at another time. The island 'kolam'making
certainly offers a unique experience that you will not be able
to find in other places. (ii) 'tekat' or gold thread embroidery/lantern
making
B 10. (Accept reasonable answers)
Dear Sir/Madam,
I was looking forward to visiting the newly opened park
in Tititwangsa when it was officially opened to the public early
of the month. The citizens can have a beautiful place to jog,

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