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English Form 4 KSSM Answers

Prepared by, priorities. As a student, studies are more important than
Hasimah playing games. But all work and no play can make Jack a
(Hasimah Hashim) dull boy, thus, we must learn to balance between the two.
The Secretary, Computer Club Keeping your emotions bottled-up is inviting stress. If you
SMK Tasik Suri have any problems, talk to a friend with a sympathetic ear
or talk to your parents and teachers. Organisations like the
Practice 5 Befrienders aim to provide non-judgmental listening to those
111, Lorong 1/1. who feel they have no one to talk to. You might find relief when
Taman Bestari, you bare your soul, even to a stranger. Another way is to have
30000, Ipoh, some hobbies. Hobbies can help you to focus on something
Perak. you enjoy doing and help you unwind. However, be careful
3 July 2020 not to over indulge in your interest and neglect your work.
Dear Nelly, In addition, you can also spend time with your family
It has been quite some time since we last saw each members to strengthen your relationship with your siblings
other. How are you? I hope you are doing well. As for me, and parents. Weekends are the perfect time for family outings
I am recovering from flu which caused me to stay home for like going for a picnic or heading to a shopping mall. Even
a few days. However, it did not stop me from visiting the simply watching a movie together counts as a quality family
Education Fair last Saturday. Let me share with you what I time. Take the opportunity to exchange stories and jokes. You
have discovered during the fair. I found it to be a great help may be surprised how relaxing and fun it can be when the
for Form Five students like us who need guidance after we whole family is enjoying each other’s company.
finish school. Lastly, one last advice to help you reduce stress is
The most important thing for us to do is to choose a field to do regular exercise. Jogging is the easiest as you need
in which we want to pursue after SPM. If your ambition is to no equipment except for a pair of sports shoes. One other
be a doctor or an engineer, you are advised to choose the example is swimming which is a very good form of exercise.
relevant subjects offered in STEM. If your interest is not in the Exercise releases endorphins which is a chemical in your brain
field, you can choose subjects offered in Arts and Humanities. that makes you feel good and lowers levels of stress. It does
Therefore, you should think carefully based on your ambition not matter how you decide to exercise but it is important to
and interest. There are many colleges or universities where be disciplined. The usual advice is to exercise at least three
you can go. You will be spoilt for choices of local universities times a week, for at least twenty minutes each time.
or those abroad. You can help yourself and others by following the tips
It is not hard to meet the entry qualification into any of given. It is known that tension and stress lead to sadness
the universities of your choice. Please take note that most and sorrows. Prevention is often better than cure. Your mental
of the universities require students to score in the English health is just as important as your physical health so, take
Language and also Mathematics. The next thing to be taken care of both.
into consideration is the cost. The cost will depend on the
course and the university. Of course, the cost of studying in a Continuous Writing
local public university will be much cheaper than a private one.
Pursuing your studies abroad will be even more expensive. Practice 1
Nevertheless the experience you gain and the opportunity to Suggested answers (Outline)
travel are of great value.
As for me, I have decided to pursue my interest in fashion 1. Learn Mandarin
designing at one of the local private universities. My advice for • one of the most widely spoken languages
you is to sit and discuss with your parents on this issue. They • can practise using it with friends and colleagues
are the people who will provide you the financial assistance • many available centres to teach the language
later, even if you want to apply for loans or scholarships. Think • unique writing-a challenge to learn the characters
carefully about the course that you wish to take as it can be • an advantage in job applications
the commitment of a life time. 2. Created a timer to boil eggs
I hope I have been of help in deciding your future direction. • at age 14 years
Wish you all the best for the coming SPM examination and • Science teacher asked me and two other friends
may you pass with flying colours. Let’s plan for a get together • joined creative and innovative competition
after our examination at the end of the year. • created a timer to boil eggs
Your cousin, • indicate time for half-boiled, soft-boiled, hard-boiled
Betty eggs
Practice 6 • people have different tastes
Stress Can Kill • alarm will beep when half-boiled eggs are ready
It is a really busy world out there. People are often • take out the eggs
•
remaining eggs will become either soft or hard
caught up in the rat race to succeed. Students are often boiled
expected to do well, participate in school activities, complete • mothers can save time to cater for children’s
their homework, and take extra classes on top of the trials preferences
and tribulations of being a teenager. This can all lead to a • easy to use because no need to watch the clock
high amount of stress which can cause depression and even • won second placed at state level competition
suicidal thoughts.
There are many ways you can reduce stress. Firstly, 3. The tradition of sending greeting cards should be restored.
you need to be able to manage time efficiently by organising Do you agree? Give reasons to support your view
and doing things in a systematic fashion. Make a list of the • disagree
activities that you are involved in. A timetable helps you to • not many benefits
carry them out at specific times. You must also know your • not environmental friendly because we use paper
for the cards

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