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B Jane has a new pastime – shopping on the 2 kilometres to go to primary school.
Internet. She finds it exciting and time saving. It was very tiring. But, when I was in
After buying her groceries, Jane looked at the secondary school, my mother bought
items on sale. A dress she liked had a great discount. me a red bicycle. I felt so lucky at
She clicked on the ‘Add to Cart’ button. Then, she that time.
clicked on ‘Cat Food’ and found her usual brand. Nadia: Oh, really! It must have taken you so
A box popped up on the screen, saying “Sorry, that long to reach school! My school is
product is out of stock. Can we replace it with only 15 minutes away, but there are
something similar?” She ticked ‘Yes’ and was given so many cars on the road so it’s better
another brand that was more expensive. to take the school bus.
Jane usually pays cash on delivery. She does Pak Samad: Look at that man in the grey jacket!
not use her credit card. She does not want to divulge Why does he walk with his eyes glued
her personal information. to his handphone?
Delivery of her things was not on schedule. Nadia: It’s the digital era, grandpa. He’s
She waited impatiently. Finally, the delivery man probably checking his email and
came with her shopping items. Tweeter account.
According to the bill, she had to pay an Pak Samad: Tweeter? What’s that? A new bird
extra RM5 for delivery charges. The colour of the species?
dress was not exactly like the one shown in the
picture. “Online shopping is fun but there are some Chapter 11 (Page 126)
problems,” Jane thought. Farhan: Farid, you look a bit stressed. Are you
all right, my friend?
Chapter 9 (Page 102) Farid: Thanks for asking, Farhan. I have a lot
A very good morning to the Principal, Madam Chong of things on my mind lately.
Li Chin, teachers and friends. I am Lasimbang and Farhan: I’m sorry to hear that. Maybe you can
my speech today will be on How to Make Friends. do something to unwind.
Do you have problems making friends? Making Farid: I don’t know when and how to start,
new friends can be challenging for many of you, Farhan. Can you help me, please?
especially when you go to a new school or class. Farhan: Sure, Farid. I read an article about
Follow these tips and you will have friends in no managing stress in the Health
time. Magazine last week. The writer
• First, be ready to listen to others and ask mentions about taking part in sports
questions. People will like to have you as their during our free time.
friend because you appreciate what they have Farid: How can sports help to reduce stress?
to say. Farhan: Simple. Sports allows us to socialise
• Next, join a club or society. It will be easy to make with others. It will cheer us up and at
friends with people who share the same interests the same time, it is also good for our
as you. You will have lots of fun and inspire each health.
other during co-curricular activities. Farid: I have another problem. I don’t have
• Another suggestion is to join or form a study friends to play with.
group to make new friends. You will meet them Farhan: Don’t worry, Farid. You can be my
frequently to discuss and exchange ideas about partner in the doubles match. We are
homework, projects and assignments. Soon your having a badminton match against
group members will become your friends. Sri Menanti Badminton Club this
In conclusion, I would like to advise you to make weekend. I know you are a great
friends with people who are well-mannered and badminton player.
disciplined. Thank you for listening to my speech. Farid: That sounds great, Farhan. See you
this weekend!
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Nadia: Grandpa, I’m home! What are you Chapter 12 (Page 138)
doing outside? Puan Kamilah: Good morning, Adriana. I’m
Pak Samad: Well, Nadia. I was thinking how preparing sandwiches for you to
different things are now from what eat during recess.
we had back in my days. Adriana: Good morning, mother. That’s
Nadia: Tell me about it, please. great. I really love your sandwiches.
Pak Samad: When I was your age, I used to walk Puan Kamilah: Did you have a great time in
school yesterday?

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