GAMBATEH A

PT3
PENTAKSIRAN
TINGKATAN 3
WRITTEN TEST ENGLISH PAPER-SECTION B
„GAMBATEH A‟ is a series of e-books written and modeled to help students to master the
written test component. This book contains 12 sets of questions which focuses specifically on
the „INFORMATION TRANSFER‟ [Link] are 12 clone questions modeled after the
PT3 examination format (10 marks).This book is targeted to give students the extra edge to
master the Information Transfer component.

4/29/2018
 SECTION B
[30 marks]
[Time suggested: 40 minutes]

Read the text below. Then, answer questions (a) – (j)

SAMPLE 1
The orang-utans are considered as exclusive great apes of Asia. They are native

to Malaysia and Indonesia. Orang-utans can be separated into two species: the Borne

and orang-utan and the Sumatran orang-utan. Orang-utans are arboreal creatures –

they spend most of their time in trees. The term for orang-utan comes from the Malay and

Indonesia words orang meaning “person” and “hutan” meaning “forest".

They have reddish-brown or orangish long hair. Males and females differ in size

and appearance. Dominant adult males have distinctive cheek pads and produce long

calls that attract females and intimidate rivals. The "long call" can be heard 1.2 miles (2

kilometres) away. Younger males do not have these characteristics and resemble adult

females. . Orang-utans are more recluse than other apes. Males are loners.

They are highly intelligent; they use a variety of sophisticated tools and construct

elaborate sleeping nests each night from branches and foliage. They use large leaves as

umbrellas and shelters to protect themselves from the common rains. They forage for

food during daylight hours. Most of their diet consists of fruit and leaves gathered from

rain forest trees. They also eat bark, insects and, on rare occasions, meat.

Conversion of vast areas of tropical forest to palm oil plantations, hunting and the

illegal pet trade have rapidly decreased the Orang-utans habitat. A number of

organisations are working for the rescue, rehabilitation and reintroduction of orang-utans.

The largest of these is the Borneo Orang-utan Survival Foundation, founded by

conservationist Willie Smits.

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 Questions (a) – (j)
Using the information from the text, complete the following graphic organizer.

Their diet:

c) _____________________

d) _____________________
Type of Species:
e) _____________________
a) ________________________
f) _____________________

b) ________________________

Characteristics:
Reasons for their habitat’s decline:
i) ______________________
g) _________________________
j) ______________________
h) _________________________

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 SECTION B
[30 marks]
[Time suggested: 40 minutes]

Read the text below. Then, answer questions (a) – (j) SAMPLE 2

Wildlife poaching and trade is becoming a huge problem in Malaysia.

Malaysia is one of the important game players in the global wildlife trade.

Malaysia is a source of exotic wildlife to be sold off in the black market, but we

are also a consumer of illegal wildlife items, and transit point for several poachers

around the world.

Poaching in Malaysia is not new; in fact it wiped out the Javan and

Sumatran rhinos in the past 100 years, but for some time now, the trend has been

to hunt any and all species with any perceived commercial value. Many

poachers in Malaysia are not Malaysians, but foreigners from Indochina.

However, locals living near forests are also involved, sometimes as middle men.

Meanwhile, National Parks and protected areas become targets due to their

higher numbers of wildlife and biodiversity.

The wildlife trade is estimated to be worth billions of dollars. It is not only

killing protected animals in the jungle but also driving the wildlife to extinction.

The authorities must take an active role in combating these illegal poachers.

Heavier fine or jail term should be imposed on them when caught; not just a slap

on the wrist. Corruption and complacency among authorities also should be

eradicated. The public needs to stand up by speaking up against poaching.

Stop eating at restaurants which sell illegal wild meat. Don‟t buy or better still

don‟t go to shops that sell illegal medicines such as bear bile. Report shops selling

products from the trade.

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 Questions (a) – (j)
Using the information from the text, complete the following graphic organizer.

Nationality of poachers:
Malaysia’s role in wildlife poaching:
c) _______________________
a) ________________________
d) _______________________
b) ________________________

Poacher’s target areas:

e) _____________________

f) _____________________

Steps to fight poaching:

g) _________________________

h) _________________________ Effects of poaching:

i) _______________________________

j) _______________________________

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 SECTION B
[30 marks]
[Time suggested: 40 minutes]

Read the text below. Then, answer questions (a) – (j)

SAMPLE 3

Hibiscus is a genus of flowering plants in the mallow family, Malvaceae. It is

quite large, containing several hundred species that are native to warm-

temperate, subtropical and tropical regions throughout the world. Member

species are often noted for their showy flowers and are commonly known simply

as hibiscus, or less widely known as rose mallow. Hibiscus is the national flower

of South Korea, Malaysia and Haiti.

The Bunga Raya (Hibiscus) can be found in abundance throughout

Malaysia. The word bunga in Malay means "flower", whilst raya in Malay means

"big". The hibiscus is literally known as the "big flower" in Malay. On 28 July 1960, it

was declared by the government of Malaysia that the hibiscus would be the

national flower. Symbolically, Bunga Raya‟S red color represents courage, life

and rapid growth of [Link], each of the five petals of the Bunga

Raya represents the five principles of nationhood of Malaysia.

Hibiscus flowers are used in landscaping, paper-making, preparation of

beverages, food and cosmetics. It is also believed to have some medical

properties. The roots are used to make various concoctions believed to cure

ailments such as cough, hair loss or hair greying. As a hair treatment, the flowers

are boiled in oil along with other spices to make a medicated hair oil. The leaves

and flowers are ground into a fine paste with a little water, and the resulting

lathery paste is used as a shampoo plus conditioner. Hibiscus tea also contains

bioflavonoid, which are believed to help prevent an increase in LDL cholesterol,

which can increase the build-up of plaque in the arteries

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Questions (a) – (j)
Using the information from the text, complete the following graphic organizer.

National Flower of:

The Hibiscus symbolizes:

a) ____________________
d) ____________________
b) ____________________
e) ____________________
c) ____________________
f) ____________________

Medical values:

i) ____________________
Used in:
____________________

j) ____________________
g) ____________________
____________________
h) ____________________

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 SECTION B
[30 marks]
[Time suggested: 40 minutes]

Read the text below. Then, answer questions (a) – (j)

SAMPLE 4

Malaysia is well known for its islands and it has hundreds of them. Some of

them are habitable and passable; others are yet not explored and not habited.

Most of the well known islands can be found at Peninsular Malaysia. There are

also many beautiful islands along the coasts of Borneo. Tourists can access them

easily; as there are daily flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (or LCCT

budget airport). Accommodation varies from basic lodges to high class 5 star

resorts.

Islands at the Western part of Peninsular Malaysia are very popular with

foreign and local tourists as they can be visited throughout the year. There are 8

famous islands at this part alone; they are Langkawi, Penang, Pulau Pangkor,

Pulau Payar, Pulau Ketam, Pulau Sembilan, Pulau Angsa and Pulau Pisang.

Whereas, Pulau Tioman, Pulau Redang and Pulau Perhentian which are located

at the Eastern part of Peninsular Malaysia are real scuba diving heavens.

The coasts of Borneo hold a large number of beautiful idyllic islands as

well. Most of these islands are in the protected (nature) environments. A good

example is Pulau Sipadan where no tourists are allowed to stay on the island.

There are many beautiful islands surrounding Borneo; here you can do some

scuba diving, wall diving, snorkeling or just relax a bit on perfect beaches. These

islands cater the needs of active and passive tourists from around the globe. It is

also famous with backpackers who are adventurous yet cost conscious.

Adapted from: [Link]

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Questions (a) – (j)
Using the information from the text, complete the following graphic organizer.

Activities tourists could do at Sipadan:

f) _______________________________

g) _______________________________
Nature of Malaysian islands:
h) _______________________________
a) _______________________________

b) _______________________________

Islands at West Malaysia:

Type of tourists:
c) ________________________________
i) ______________________________
d) ________________________________
j) ______________________________
e) ________________________________

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 SECTION B
[30 marks]
[Time suggested: 40 minutes]

Read the text below. Then, answer questions (a) – (j)

SAMPLE 5

The flag of Malaysia, which was first raised on 16 September 1963,

originated from the flag of the Federation of Malaya. The Malayan flag was designed

by Mohamed Hamzah, a 29-year-old architect working for the Public Works Department

(JKR) in Johor Baharu, Johore. The Malayan flag was approved by King George VI on 19

May 1950 and was first raised in front of Istana Selangor on 26 May 1950. On 31 August

1957, it was raised upon independence at Merdeka Square in place of the British Union

Flag. In 1997, Malaysia‟s former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir bin Mohammad picked the

name Jalur Gemilang to project the country's onward drive towards continuous growth

and success.

The Jalur Gemilang comprises a field of 14 alternating red and white stripes along

the fly and a blue canton bearing a crescent and a 14-point star known as the Bintang

Persekutuan (Federal Star). The 14 stripes, of equal width, represent the equal status in the

federation of the 13 member states and the federal government, while the 14 points of

the star represent the unity between these entities. The crescent represents Islam, the

country's official religion; the blue canton symbolises the unity of the Malaysian people;

the yellow of the star and crescent is the royal colour of the Malay rulers.

During the National Day celebrations, everyone is encouraged to fly the Jalur

Gemilang at their homes, office buildings, shops and corporate [Link] the flag is

fixed at home, it is to be raised pointing towards the [Link] the flag is put in a group of

flags with state and private company flags, the Malaysian flag must be raised in between

two flags and its pole placed higher than the rest.

Source: [Link]

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Questions (a) – (j)
Using the information from the text, complete the following graphic organizer.

a) ________, the Malayan flag was

designed.

b) _______, the Malayan flag was Jalur Gemilang symbolizes:

first raised. d) ________________________

c) ______, name ‘Jalur Gemilang’ e) ________________________

was picked.

Colors of Jalur Gemilang: Malayan Flag raised dates:

f) _________________________ h) First :- _________________

g) ________________________ i) Second :- _________________

j) The ____________________

represents unity.

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 SECTION B
[30 marks]
[Time suggested: 40 minutes]

Read the text below. Then, answer questions (a) – (j)

SAMPLE 6

Since Malaysia got its independence in 1957, it has slowly grown from an

agricultural based nation into an industrialized nation. As it gears towards becoming a

developed nation by the year 2020, it also has to face many problems and challenges to

achieve its dream. One of its problems is the rapid increase in road accidents.

Since Malaysia rolled out its first national car in 1985 the number of drivers and

vehicles also grew in tandem. Thus, causing an increase in road accidents in Malaysia.

These accidents can classified as minor, severe and fatal accidents with cars and taxis

leading in number of accidents.

There are several causes which can be classified as the common denominators.

One of the main causes of road accidents in Malaysia is the drivers themselves. Driving

while feeling tired or sleepy have caused many fatal accidents. In addition, many driving

while high on drugs and after consuming alcohol have met with severe and sometimes

fatal consequences.

Other than that, many road users have the tendency to disregard road and

traffic regulations. Due to their irresponsible attitude quite a number have lost their lives.

Their carelessness also has snatched the lives of other innocent drivers and passengers.

Another factor which contributed to road accidents is the condition of the car itself.

Faulty brakes, lights, signals lights and worn out tyre or wipers. Many fatal deaths could

have been prevented if only the driver and passengers had worn their seat belts.

Lastly, Reflections from the sun and head lights from oncoming cars have been

reported as being causes of many accidents. The latest white and blinding headlights

now currently being used by many vehicles, is yet another source of accidents.

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Questions (a) – (j)
Using the information from the text, complete the following graphic organizer.

Two factors which caused a) ______________________________________________________

road accidents to increase b) ______________________________________________________

after 1985..?

c) _________________________________________________

Road accidents in Malaysia d) _________________________________________________

can be classified as:-
e) _________________________________________________

f) ________________________________________________
Name the two common
vehicles involved in road
g) ________________________________________________
accidents in Malaysia:-

h) ________________________________________________
List three common
i) ________________________________________________
denominators which cause
road accidents:-
j) ________________________________________________

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 SECTION B
[30 marks]
[Time suggested: 40 minutes]

Read the text below. Then, answer questions (a) – (j)

SAMPLE 7

Iqbal Masih was born in Pakistan in 1982 into a poor family. He was forced into

bonded child labour at the age of four. He was sent to work in a rug making factory by

his parents to work off a loan which they had taken for their elder son‟s wedding. Iqbal

was paid about 20 cents US per day by his employer but he never got to see the money.

His family kept on borrowing more money. As Iqbal got older, the debt also grew. By the

time he was 10 years old, the loan had grown to about $260 US.

Iqbal and the other children had to work squatting on wooden bench in front of

the looms. They worked 6 days a week, 14 or so hours a day, in rooms with poor lighting

and no ventilation which were extremely hot. They were not allowed to talk to each

other, because this would mean they weren‟t concentrating on the work. The air was full

of particles from the fibers they worked with. Their work requires skill and care in order to

tie the knots in the right place.

Iqbal got free with the help of the Bonded Labor Liberation Front (BLLF) in 1992,

when he was ten years old. The BLLF helped him get the papers he needed to force his

employer to free him. Soon after, Iqbal became an activist against child labour. He

repeatedly took risks, pretending to be a factory worker so he could get information

from the children working there. He became a very good speaker, and travelled to

countries like Sweden and US to give talks on his experiences and about child labour in

Pakistan. It was in 1994; soon after his visit from the United States he was murdered. It is

believed the leaders of the carpet industry had him murdered because of his work to

free their workers.

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Questions (a) – (j)
Using the information from the text, complete the following graphic organizer.

 Who is Iqbal Masih?

a) _________________________________________________

______________________________________________.

 Where is he from?

b) ________________________________________.

 Why was he sent to a rug-making factory?

c) ______________________________________________

______________________________________________

______________________________________________

______________________________.

d) He worked _______ days in a week.

e) He worked for ________ hours or so a day.

f) Iqbal got free at the age of ____________.

g) _________________________________________

helped Iqbal to get free.

h) Iqbal became a _____________________ after he got

free.

i) Iqbal was ______________________ for his involvement

as a child activist.

j) He was killed in ___________________.

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 SECTION B
[30 marks]
[Time suggested: 40 minutes]

Read the text below. Then, answer questions (a) – (j) SAMPLE 8

An anaconda is a large snake found in tropical South America. Although the

name applies to a group of snakes, it is often used to refer only to one species in

particular, the common or green anaconda, which is one of the largest snakes in the

world. The green anaconda is the world's heaviest and one of the world's longest snakes,

reaching more than 22 feet long. More typical mature specimens reportedly can range

16 feet, with the females, at around a mean length of 15 feet, being generally much

larger in adulthood than the male, which averages around 9.8 feet.

Anacondas are members of the boa constrictor family of snakes - they kill their

prey by coiling their large, powerful bodies around their victims and squeezing until their

prey suffocates or is crushed to death and dies from internal bleeding. Then the snake

unhinges its jaw and swallows the victim whole. Anacondas are much more likely to eat

aquatic creatures, such as fish. Occasionally, they have been known to eat: caimans (a

relative of the alligator), other snakes, deer, and even jaguars. Anacondas in the

wild spend most of their time hanging out in rivers hunting for their food. They are

solitary creatures that are somewhat shy and not many of them are easily seen.

They are very well camouflaged in the swamps and bogs in which they thrive.

Anacondas‟ have teeth but they are not venomous. They are used for

chewing. Snakes' teeth are used for holding onto their prey, preventing them

from escaping. They rely on their enormous size and power to subdue their

victims. It is possible to be bitten by an anaconda, but the bite itself would not be

fatal.

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Questions (a) – (j)
Using the information from the text, complete the following graphic organizer.

Name two characteristics of Anaconda:-

a) ______________________________.

b) ______________________________.

Anacondas’ kill their prey by:-

c) ____________________________________________

________________________________________.

d) ____________________________________________

_________________________________________.

Anacondas’ eat:-

e) ____________________________________________.

f) ____________________________________________.

g) ____________________________________________.

h) ____________________________________________.

Anacondas’ teeth are used for:-

i) ________________________________.

j) ________________________________.

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 SECTION B
[30 marks]
[Time suggested: 40 minutes]

Read the text below. Then, answer questions (a) – (j)

SAMPLE 9

Illegal logging is the harvesting, transporting, processing, buying or selling

of timber in violation of national laws. Illegal logging is a pervasive problem,

causing enormous damage to forests, local communities and to the economies

of producer countries. Illegal logging contributes to deforestation and by

extension global warming, causes loss of biodiversity and undermines the rule of

law.

Illegal logging doesn‟t only concern people who depend on forests or

endangered animals such as elephants and orang-utans. It also involves

governments and consumers around the world who purchase timber products.

The Malaysian Government has often been unfairly associated with illegal

logging in the timber industry.

Therefore, Malaysia must take committed steps to put a stop to illegal

logging activities by enhancing the enforcement of logging regulations. Areas

where logging was allowed, it should not be excessive but there should be

sustainable extraction of timber. Logging companies involved in logging must be

made responsible for providing evidence that they had not cut down trees

illegally.

Malaysia must be committed in protecting the environment by practising

sustainable development as a way to protect its natural resources for the future

generation.

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 Questions (a) – (j)
Using the information from the text, complete the following graphic organizer.

Damage caused by Illegal logging:-

Illegal logging affects:-
a) ___________________________
d) ____________________________
b) ___________________________
e) ____________________________
c) ___________________________
f) ____________________________

How can Malaysia protect its natural

Why Malaysia needs to take steps to recourses:-
stop Illegal logging:-
h) ____________________________
g) ____________________________
____________________________
____________________________
____________________________.
____________________________.

List the steps to stop Illegal logging:-

i) ____________________________.

j) ____________________________.

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 SECTION B
[30 marks]
[Time suggested: 40 minutes]

Read the text below. Then, answer questions (a) – (j)

SAMPLE 10

The term taboo means a vehement prohibition by society as improper or

unacceptable under threat of supernatural punishment. Such prohibitions are

present in virtually all societies. In Malaysia, the three main races that are the

Malays, Chinese and Indians practice their own cultural taboo.

The number „4‟ is tabooed in the Chinese community. It sounds like

death in Mandarin and in many other Chinese dialects. However, the

number eight is favoured because it is believed it brings good fortune or luck.

Whistling at night is strictly forbidden; according to old folks this could bring bad

spirits. Furthermore, the Chinese also believe that you must not hang your laundry

at night because this will attached them self to wandering spirits.

In the Malay community, when entering anyone's house you must take off

your shoes, if not it may seem rude and disrespectfully. Furthermore, in it also

consider rude to point with your fore finger instead you must point with your

thumb. Another taboo in the Malay culture is that you always eat with your right

hand because the left hand is considered dirty when eating.

The Malaysian Indians consider winking as a taboo because they believe

it can cause many unhealthy problems. Moreover, cutting ones nails in the

evening is prohibited - this will attract unwanted spirits. They also believe it is a

sign of a bad omen when a boiling milk or hot milk is spilt.

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Questions (a) – (j)
Using the information from the text, complete the following graphic organizer.

Taboo means:-

a) _________________________________________________.

It exists in:-

b) _________________________________________________

Who believe in taboo in Malaysia:-

c) _________________________________________________.

__

Chinese consider these as taboo:-

d) _________________________________________________.

e) _________________________________________________.

f) _________________________________________________.

Taking off your shoes before entering a house shows:-

g) _________________________________________________.

Pointing a finger at someone is considered:-

h) _________________________________________________

Winking is a taboo:-

i) _________________________________________________.

What will happen when one cuts his fingers in the evening?

j) _________________________________________________.

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 SECTION B
[30 marks]
[Time suggested: 40 minutes]

Read the text below. Then, answer questions (a) – (j)

SAMPLE 11

Raw honey is honey that has not been heated, pasteurized or processed

in any way. Raw honey is an alkaline-forming food that contains natural vitamins,

enzymes, powerful antioxidants and other important natural nutrients. It can be

considered as a Miracle Food because of its antibacterial properties that keep it

fresh even after hundreds of years.

Raw honey has antioxidant which can boost our immune system. It is

believed that dark honey varieties contain more antioxidant power than lighter

honeys. The high levels of antioxidants and vitamins in honey help lower

cholesterol in people. For those who need a boost of energy, taking a spoonful of

honey is perfect for an immediate and natural energy boost.

Raw honey as a wound-healing remedy dates to ancient Egypt and

Greece. Honey dressings promoted healing, caused less tissue damage and

reduce pain associated with dressing changes. The acidity content in honey and

its ability to dehydrate bacteria may be the reason for its therapeutic power in

healing wounds.

The Centers for Disease Control, the American Academy of Pediatrics

and the National Honey Board recommend that you not give honey to infants

under the age of 12 months. Infant botulism is a rare disease caused by the

bacteria, Clostridium botulinum. The disease causes varying degrees of paralysis.

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Questions (a) – (j)
Using the information from the text, complete the following graphic organizer.

Raw honey has not been….

a) _________________________________________________.

It is called Miracle Food because…

b) _________________________________________________

Antioxidants in honey help:-

c) _________________________________________________.

__

Give three benefits of taking honey:-

d) _________________________________________________.

e) _________________________________________________.

f) _________________________________________________.

Name two countries which used it as wound healing remedy:-

g) _________________________________________________.

Why honey is used as an agent in healing wounds?

h) _________________________________________________

What will happen if infants are given raw honey?

i) _________________________________________________.

What is effect of infant botulinum?

j) _________________________________________________.

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 SECTION B
[30 marks]
[Time suggested: 40 minutes]

Read the text below. Then, answer questions (a) – (j)

SAMPLE 12

Pentaksiran Tingkatan 3 (PT3) or Form 3 Assessment was introduced in 2014

to replace the Penilaian Menengah Rendah (PMR) or Lower Secondary
Assessment examination in Malaysia. The PT3 is used as the basis to determine the
entry of students into Form 4 whether in Fully Residential Schools, Sekolah
Menengah Kebangsaan Agama, Mara Junior Science Colleges (MRSM)
including Sekolah Menengah Teknik (SMT) and Vocational Colleges.

The Examinations Syndicate will prepare questions with different levels of

difficulty from easy, moderate to hard and place them in a question bank.
Schools can then choose these questions and use them when they are assessing
the students via the written tests.

Then, the respective schools would inform the results of the performance
assessment of the students at the end of the year the assessment was made and
the student concerned could request for the result slip to go to any fully
residential school.

The PT3 exam focuses on high-order thinking skills (HOTS) questions. All this
while, our students have been trained to rote learn facts from textbooks and to
regurgitate them during exams. HOTS questions encourage students to think
critically and creatively- “outside the box” and come up with their own answers.

Students taking the PT3 will be assessed through written test, oral test and
listening test and through various instruments such as written assignments,
practical tests, projects, field studies or case studies. Plus, Psychometric tests
would also be used for entry into the residential schools to ensure students are
placed according to their interests and capability.

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Questions (a) – (j)
Using the information from the text, complete the following graphic organizer.

Form 3 Assessment Test was introduced to….

a) _________________________________________________.

It is a benchmark used to determine the entry of students into...

b) _________________________________________________

PT3 questions are prepared by:-

c) _________________________________________________.

How many levels of difficulty are set for PT3 questions?

d) _________________________________________________.

Where are questions kept?

e) _________________________________________________.

What does PT3 exam focus on?

f) _________________________________________________.

What are the benefits of HOTS questions?

g) _________________________________________________.

h) _________________________________________________.

How many levels of difficulty are set for PT3 questions?

i) _________________________________________________.

Why Psychometric tests are used to test PT3 students?

j) _________________________________________________.

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