ELEPS-UPSR

English Language Enhancement Programme for Sarawak(UPSR)

English Language UnitAcademic Management SectorSarawak State Education Department2012

Acknowledgements

The ELEPS - UPSRTeam wishes to thank

En. Bedui Bin Une, Ketua Sektor, Sektor Pengurusan AkademikGuru Besar, SK Kenyalang, KuchingGuru Besar, SK St. Joseph, KuchingGuru Besar, SK St. Mary, KuchingGuru Besar, SK St. Teresa, KuchingGuru Besar, SK Green Road, KuchingGuru Besar, SK Samariang, KuchingGuru Besar, SK Jalan MuaraTuang, KuchingGuru Besar, SK Combined, KuchingGuru Besar, SK Satria Jaya, KuchingGuru Besar, SK Jalan Astana, KuchingPn Sharon Michelle Cheng, SK Kenyalang, KuchingPn. Wong Lin, SK St. Joseph, KuchingPn. Fatimah Bibi Bt Hamid, SK St. Mary, KuchingPn. Regina Thomas Sadasivan, SK St. Teresa, KuchingPn. Debbie Ayun Ak. Janang, SK Green Road, KuchingEn. Kamarudin Bin Mararip, SK Samariang, KuchingPn. Rosita Lynda Ak. Boniface Nugi, SK Jalan MuaraTuang, KuchingPn. Marcia Kathy Chamberlin, SK Combined, KuchingPn. Augustina Esau, SK Satria Jaya, KuchingEn. Glyn Ak. Tian, SK Jalan Astana, Kuching

And all who are involved directly or indirectlyfor their invaluable support and contribution in making this project a success. We hope that our collective and sincere effort in producing this module will benefit the primary school teachers in Sarawak. Let us work together to improve the standard of English as well as the UPSR English Language results.

With Best Wishes From The ELEPS Team

Datin Evelyn Ritikos JaulEn. Sariee Bin MinanPn. Irene Foo Mei Lan

English Language UnitAcademic Management SectorSarawak State Education Department

INTRODUCTIONThe ELEPS Module is designed to help the English Language teachers in the primary schools to have a better understanding of the UPSR Examination. However, having a good understanding of the UPSR Examination is not enough to stand on its own. Pupils need to be taught good basics of the English Language especially in the areas of grammar and writing skills as well as sufficient vocabulary. Thus, the ELEPS Module will provide teachers with practical tips, ideas and resources. It goes hand in hand with another useful and practical module Pocketful Of Grammar. It is hoped that this module will contribute to the enhancement of the UPSR English Language results and the standard of English in the primary schools.

English UnitAcademic Management SectorSarawak State Education Department

A truly special teacher is very wise, and sees tomorrow in every child's eyes.Author Unknown

A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops.Henry B AdamsYou can teach a student a lesson for a day; but if you can teach him to learn by creating curiosity, he will continue the learning process as long as he lives.Clay P. BedfordThe first problem for all of us, men and women, is not to learn, but to unlearn.Gloria SteinemWho dares to teach must never cease to learnJohn Cotton Dana

CONTENTSTOPICS

Page Number

THE UPSR EXAMINATION: PAPER 1 5

THE UPSR EXAMINATION : PAPER 2 ( SK )

7

THE UPSR EXAMINATION : PAPER 2 ( SJKC )

31

COMPARISON OF BAND A, B AND C

39

TEACHING STRATEGIES

42

WORD LIST

72

USEFUL LINKS

80

Teaching creates all other professions.~Author Unknown

The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires.~William Arthur WardThe average teacher explains complexity; the gifted teacher reveals simplicity.~Robert Brault

ELEPS : The UPSR Examination PAPER 1

SK And SJKC Schools

Tips For Teachers

The Task

Pupils are to answer 40 multiple-choice questions ( A, D, C or D ).

General Information

1. Pupils are tested in the following areas:A. VocabularyB. Social ExpressionsC. GrammarD. Test CompletionE. Reading Comprehension

2. Pupils answer in a multiple-choice answer sheet by shading their answers.

Very Important!

Pupils should:

1. NEVER shade two answers for the same question. No marks will be given even if one of the chosen answers is the correct answer!2. Erase an answer to be changed carefully so as not to be detected as having two answers to the same question.

Tips For Teachers

1. Pupils should have a basic command of the English language. basic grammar * a minimum range of vocabulary**2. Teachers should pay attention to the correct use of subject-verb agreements.3. Spelling tests should be given regularly.4. Encourage pupils to keep a handy V-Bank exercise book to write down good tips, new / difficult words, interesting phrases and sentences.

*Pocketful Of Grammar **Year 4, 5, 6 Word ListsELEPS: The UPSR Examination PAPER 2

LearningPoints

Introduction This section is designed to help teachers guide pupils to get better results.

Look at the answers for Band A, Band B and Band C, and decide at which band you can start the pupils from.

Remember that few pupils can start from Band A. Start weak pupils at Band C to build a good foundation first before proceeding to Band B. Remember that success in examination is about hard work and the right attitude, not luck! What the examiners look for Examiners are obviously looking for the right answers! However the answers do not have to match phrasing the examiners marking scheme word for word. Understand the marking scheme as a whole ( holistic view ). Pupils do not get good marks for writing many irrelevant words / phrases / sentences. Good marks come from making correct and relevant sentences. Pupils should make sure that their answers are clear, easy to read and concise.

Examination Techniques Pupils should: spend the first few minutes of the examination looking through the whole examination paper. use the allocation of time given for every question as a good guide. use the extra time ( if any ) wisely to check their answers . read through the answers carefully to make sure that they do not make silly mistakes, use the wrong tenses, miss out important details or go out of topic.ELEPS: UPSR Tips For Paper 2 [SK Schools]Section A

The TaskThe pupils are to write 5 relevant sentences about the picture given.

Tips

The DOs

Pupils: study the picture carefully and pay careful attention to the following details. ask themselves questions: - Who are the people in the picture? - What are they doing? - What is happening? - Where is the place? - What can they see in the picture? use the same tenses throughout The Simple PRESENT Tense and The PRESENT Continuous Tense. write short, simple but correct sentences for Band C. for Band A and B, add suitable adjectives / adverbs / phrases or compound sentences . write ONLY what you SEE in the picture . avoid spelling or punctuation errors. need not use all the words given. can use their own words but sentences must be relevant to the situation in the picture. can change the order of the words given. identify the characters, circle them and describe the actions.*

*a good tip ( Illustrated in Example 1* )

The DONTs

Pupils do not

write in story form. ( Do not state the time , for example, Yesterday, Last Monday ..) imply the characters as themselves and their families ( I, My , me, mine, We, our, ours) . write two sentences for one number. repeat the same idea. ( Do not write 2 sentences with the same meaning. ) use any given word that they do not know or is unsure of.

Section A

Example 1

Look at the picture carefully. Write five sentences about it. You may use the words in the boxes to help you.childrengardenplayinghide-and-seekclosing

hidingbranchundermotherwatching

behind a big shady treeon the branch mother /watching/kitchenbetween two treesboy / closingA little girl /hiding

A good tip - Identifying the characters ( persons, animals ), circling them and describing their actions.

Tips For Band C

Pupils:

write simple but correct sentences. use suitable vocabulary to convey clear meaning. write clearly and neatly. remember to check for punctuation and spelling errors. check the sentences they have written a few times. It helps to read aloud softly. Somehow wrong sentences do not sound right!

Examples of sentences Band C

1. The children are in the garden.2. They are playing hide-and-seek.3. Ranjit is closing his eyes.4. A girl is hiding under the table.5. A woman is watching them.

Tips For Band B(7-8/10)

Pupils write good sentences. These sentences have correct subject verb agreements. write interesting sentences by adding suitable adjectives and / or adverbs. write a few compound sentences . These are two simple sentences joined by and, or, because, but , while or so. show good punctuation and spellings. write neatly and correctly. check their sentences a few times especially the subject-verb agreement. It helps to read aloud softly. Somehow wrong sentences do not sound right!

Examples of sentences Band B1. There are four/five children in the big garden.2. They are busy playing hide-and-seek.3. Ranjit is closing his eyes while his friends are hiding.4. The little girl is hiding under an old table and Ahmad is hiding behind a tree.5. Ahmads mother is watching them.

Tips For Band A Pupils write excellent sentences. These sentences have correct subject verb agreements. write interesting sentences by adding suitable adjectives and / or adverbs. write a few compound sentences . These are two simple sentences joined by and, or, because, but , while or so . write a few complex sentences ( not complicated sentences ). show good punctuation and spelling. write neatly and correctly. check their sentences a few times especially the subject-verb agreements. It helps to read aloud softly. Somehow wrong sentences do not sound right! Avoid complicated sentences!

Example of Band A sentences1. Ahmad, Ranjit, Mei Lee and Jelina are playing outdoors.2. They are busy playing hide-and-seek in the big garden.3. Ranjit is closing his eyes while his three friends are hiding in different places.4. Mei Lee is hiding under an old table and Jelina is hiding behind a big shady tree.5. Ahmads mother is watching them from the kitchen window.

Example 2 Question 1

Look at the picture carefully. Write five sentences about it You may use the words in the boxes to help you.

villagersgeneral cleaningpreparingfooddrain

paintinghoecollectingdried leaveswheelbarrow

Examples of sentences Band C1. The villagers are doing general cleaning.2. The ladies are preparing food.3. Some men are collecting the dried leaves.4. A man is pushing the wheelbarrow.5. Another man is painting the wall.

Examples of sentences Band B1. The hardworking villagers are doing general cleaning.2. The ladies are preparing a lot of food for everyone.3. Two men are collecting the dried leaves and another man is pushing the wheelbarrow.4. A man is painting the wall while another one is cleaning the drain.5. Everyone is working hard.

Examples of sentences Band A1. The hardworking villagers in Kampung Baru are doing general cleaning.2. The busy ladies are preparing a lot of nice food for lunch.3. Encik Affendi and Uncle Tan are collecting the dried leaves and Mr Samy is pushing the wheelbarrow. 4. Mr Gerlan is painting the wall of the building carefully while Encik Ahmad is cleaning the dirty drain.5. Everybody is co-operative and busy doing their work.

SECTION B

The Task

Question B (2A): Pupils transfer information correctly.

Question B (2B): Pupils: 1. make a choice. 2. give reasons to support their choice.

Examples of Section B - Question 2A and Question 2B

Example 1

Study the information given below carefully. Then complete the table using the information given. You are advised to spend about 25 minutes on this question.It is your teachers birthday. You plan to buy her a gift. Which gift would you choose? Give reasons for your choice.

PurseScarfBlouse

Tips

Question 2A

Pupils: look at the pictures. read the information given carefully a few times. transfer only the required ( asked for ) information. look at the examples given when filling in the blanks. make sure you punctuate and spell correctly. Be careful with your capital letters e.g., R, P, M, L, K, S, I, W, Y, RM and correct punctuation e.g., p.m. , a.m.* copy correctly the information to the table given.* recheck your answers carefully to avoid any spelling and punctuation mistakes.* write neatly and clearly.

EXAMPLE 1Question 2APurseScarfBlouse

PriceRM 20.00

ColoursBrown and blue

MaterialSilk

DesignGeometric design

CountryIndia

SAMPLE ANSWER ( 1 ) - Question 2A

PurseScarfBlouse

PriceRM 29.90 RM 20.00RM 49.90

ColoursBrown and blueLilac and red Turquoise, maroon and green

MaterialPVC leather Wool Silk

DesignGeometric designFloral Motifs Batik design

CountryThailand IndiaMalaysia

Remarks : 10 marksAnalysis: 1. Correct information is transferred.2. Correct spelling and punctuation.3. Clear and good handwriting.Note to teachers : This is the section where all pupils should score! Thus practice well in this section!

SAMPLE ANSWER ( 2 ) - Question 2A

PurseScarfBlouse

PriceRm 29.90 XRM 20.00RM 49,90 X

ColoursBrown and blueLllac and rea XTurquoise, maroun and green X

MaterialPVC leather Wool Silk

DesignGeometric designFloral MotifS XBatik design

Countrythailand XIndiamalaysia X

Remarks : 7 marks lost due to unclear handwriting, punctuation and spelling errors.* Pupils are to avoid making these mistakes at all cost!

Tips

Question 2B

Pupils:

must make a choice. Tip - a good choice is which they can give good reasons for that choice. A reason answers the question WHY they made that choice. give reasons based on the question e.g., To choose for your sister / mother / friend / family or yourself. write correct sentences. check their punctuation and spelling. write neatly and clearly.

Band A ( Excellent )

Pupils must: have a good command* of the language :*good sentences correct subject-verb agreement correct spelling correct punctuation use a variety of sentence patterns: simple sentences strengthened by using adverbs / adjectives or both. A few compound and complex sentences. Note: DO NOT write complicated sentences! make a choice. This is very important! give 5 7** good and relevant reasons. write neatly and clearly. **a good guide

Sample Answer - Band A

I would choose the blouse because it is very beautiful.1 Even though it is expensive, it is made of high quality silk material.2 So it is worth it. 3 Silk is cool and comfortable to wear. 4 The batik design is suitable for my teacher because she wears clothes with batik designs every Thursday. 5 Turquoise is my teachers favourite colour6 and the design is eye-catching.7 I hope my teacher will like my choice.

Analysis:

A choice ( blouse ) is made.Number of good and relevant reasons : 7Adjectives : very beautiful , high quality, cool , comfortable, eye-catching, favouriteCompound sentences : Silk is cool and comfortable to wear.Turquoise is my teachers favourite colour and the design is eye-catching.Complex sentence : Even though it is expensive, it is made of high quality silk material.Note: DO NOT write complicated sentences!

Band B ( Good )

Pupils must: have a good control* of the language : *sentences are simple but correct correct subject-verb agreement correct spelling good punctuation use a variety of sentence patterns. use adjectives and adverbs, use compound sentences.Note: DO NOT write complicated sentences! make a choice. This is very important! give 5** good and relevant reasons. write neatly and clearly. **a good guide

Sample answer - Band B

I would choose the blouse because it is very beautiful.1 The batik design is attractive and it suits my teacher. 2 Silk is cool to wear. 3 Green is my teachers favourite colour. 4 The blouse costs RM 49.90. I have RM 50.00. 5 So I can afford to buy it. 6 I hope my teacher will like my choice.

Analysis:

A choice ( blouse ) is made.Number of good and relevant reasons: 6Adjectives: very beautiful, attractive, cool, favouriteCompound sentences: The batik design is attractive and it suits my teacher.

Band C ( Minimum Pass )

Pupils must: be able to write short, simple but correct sentences. be able to spell. be able to punctuate correctly. make a choice. This is very important! give 2 4** good and relevant reasons. write neatly and clearly. **a good guide

Sample answer Band C

I would choose the blouse because it is pretty. 1 She likes green. 2 She loves batik design. 3 I have the money to buy the blouse. 4 I hope my teacher will like the blouse.

Analysis:

A choice is made.Number of good and relevant reasons : 4Sentences are very simple but correct.Adjectives : pretty

***Take note of the difference between statements and reasons.

Examples:StatementsReasons

The blouse costs RM 49.90.I can buy the blouse because I have RM 50.00.

The colours are turquoise, maroon and green.My teacher loves green.

The blouse is made in Malaysia.We must support products made in Malaysia.

The blouse is made of silk.Silk is cool and comfortable.

Information is given. * Answer the question WHY.

Section B

Example 2

Study the advertisements below. Then complete the table using the information given.

Fill your time with fun and useful activities!

3 days 2 nightsONLY RM400.00 per person1. Accommodation at Palm Beach Resort1. Tents and other camping equipment are provided1. Snorkelling and boat tour around the island

4 days 3 nightsONLY RM550.00 per person1. Accommodation: Tents (camping equipment provided)1. Bird-watching, canopy walk and cave exploring

3 days 2 nightsONLY RM200.00 per person1. Accommodation at Camp Permai Cabins1. Bird-watching and jungle-trekking

(B) You would like to go to one of the camps. Based on the information given, which camp would you choose? Give reasons for your choice.

Question 2 ( A )

Love Nature CampSports CampEnglish Camp

VenuePalm Beach Resort

Duration4 days 3 nights

CostRM 200.00

ActivitiesBird-watching, canopy walk, cave exploring

AccommodationTents

Sample Answer 1

Love Nature CampSports CampEnglish Camp

VenuePalm Beach ResortGading National Park Camp Permai

Duration3 days 2 nights 4 days 3 nights3 days 2 nights

CostRM 400.00 RM 550.00 RM 200.00

ActivitiesSnorkelling, boat tour Bird-watching, canopy walk, cave exploring Bird-watching, jungle-trekking

AccommodationTentsTents Cabins

Remarks : 10 marksAnalysis: 1. Correct information is transferred. 2. Correct spelling and punctuation. 3. Clear and good handwriting.Note to teachers: This is the section where all pupils should score! Thus practice well in this section!

Sample Answer 2Love Nature CampSports CampEnglish Camp

VenuePalm Beach ResortGading NationaL Park Xcamp Permai X

Duration3 day 2 nights X4 days 3 nights3 days 2 nights

Costrm 400.00 XRM 550.00 RM 200.00

ActivitiesSnorkalling, boat tour X

Bird-watching, canopy walk, cave exploringBird-watching, jungle trekking X

AccommodationTentsTentS X Cabins

Remarks : 7 marks lost due to unclear handwriting, punctuation and spelling errors.* Pupils are to avoid making these mistakes at all cost!Question 2B

Sample Answer - Band A

I would choose the Sports Camp because I love outdoor activities. 1 Gading National Park is a beautiful place. 2 Bird-watching and canopy walk are my favourite outdoor activities. 3 The cost is RM550 per person. Even though it is expensive, I dont mind paying for a great experience. 4 The three activities are interesting, challenging and exciting. 5 They can make me fit and strong. 6 I have never stayed in a tent so it would be a great adventure for me. 7

Analysis:

A choice ( Sports Camp ) is made.Number of good and relevant reasons : 7New words: experience, adventure, fit, strongAdjectives: favourite, great, interesting, challenging, excitingCompound sentences: Bird-watching and canopy walk are my favourite outdoor activities. The three activities are interesting, challenging and exciting.Complex sentence : Even though it is expensive, I dont mind paying for a great experience. I have never stayed in a tent so it would be a great adventure for me.

Sample Answer - Band B

I would choose the Sports Camp because I love outdoor sports. 1 I also love camps. 2 Gading National Park is a beautiful place. 3 The cost is RM550 per person. My father can afford to pay for it. 4 The activities can make me fit and strong. 5 They are also exciting. 6

Analysis:

A choice ( Sports Camp ) is made.Number of good and relevant reasons : 6New words: afford, Adjectives: fit, strong, exciting Compound sentences: The activities can make me fit and strong.

Sample Answer - Band C

I would choose the Sports Camp because I love sports. 1 I also love camps. 2 The cost is RM550 per person. My father will pay for it. 3 The camp is good. 4 I like bird-watching. 5

Analysis:

A choice ( Sports Camp ) is made.Number of good and relevant reasons : 5Sentences are very simple but correct.New words : pay, love, like, Adjectives : good

Take note of the difference between statements and reasons.

Examples:

StatementsReasons

The camp costs RM 550 per person.The camp is expensive but my father can afford it.

We live in tents.It is exciting to live in tents.

The activities are bird-watching, canopy walk and cave exploring.Bird-watching, canopy walk and cave exploring are interesting activities.

The duration of the camp is 4 days and 3 nights.I can learn many things in 4 days.

Information is given. * Answer the question WHY.

Section B (2B)

A Useful List of Simple Reasons

Note to teachers: Below is the list of reasons for the different areas in simple sentences to help weaker pupils.

No.AreasReasons

1.Place / Venue / LocationExamples:the train station, the park, Hilton HotelI can go there easily.It is near my house.I can go there on Sunday.It is a nice / beautiful /safe place.

2.Society / ClubsExamples : The Boys Scouts, The Red Crescent Society, The English ClubIt is an enjoyable society.It is an interesting club.I can gain more knowledge.I can improve my English.I can learn new things.I can make new friends.It teaches me to be confident.It teaches me to be independent.

3.Price / Fee / Fare / Rent / CostExamples : Price / Cost of a pair of shoes : RM 30.00Taxi fare to the airport : RM 25.00House Monthly Rental : RM 400.00Monthly tuition fee : RM 50.00It is reasonable. It is a reasonable price. It is affordable.It is within my budget.I can afford it.The price is low. The fee is affordable.It is cheap. I can afford to buy it.I have enough money to buy it.

4.Free gifts / discounts/ offers / souvenirsExamples : a pencil boxa soft toy3 pencilsIt is an attractive offer.They are attractive offers.I can save my pocket money.So I do not have to buy it / them. I dont have to spend more money.

5.Food / Drinks / Menu / Dishes / Meal Examples : fried noodles /ricefresh orange juiceyummy fried chickenIt is delicious / tasty. It is nutritious.It is my favourite drink / food.It is good for health.It is a refreshing drink.

6.TransportExamples : Easy JetVIP Luxury CoachFast Rail

It is comfortable.It is convenient.The fare is reasonable / affordable.I can rest during the journey.It is a good /safe way of travelling.It is fast. I can enjoy the scenery.

7.Facility / FacilitiesExamples : the swimming pool, the library,the park, the playground,the gymI can enjoy them.I can use them.It is comfortable.It is convenient to go there.I can play/exercise there.

8.Date / Time / Duration Examples : 5 May 20123.00 p.m. 5.00 p.m.4 days 3 nightI am free during that time.I can use my time usefully.I would not feel bored.

9.Colour / Fashion / Pattern / DesignExamples : blue, green, redblouse, gown, skirt,batik

It is beautiful / attractive / eye-catching.It is my favourite colour / design.It suits me.It is the latest fashion / pattern / design.

10.Occupation Examples : teacherpolicemanengineer

I can earn a good salary.It teaches me to be responsible. I have always wanted to be a teacher / policeman / engineer.I will be able to support my family / parents next time.It is a good job.

11.Pen-pal / Facebook friendExamples : a pen-pal in Australiaa Facebook friend in Thailand

We can exchange ideas.We have the same interest.We have the same hobbies.I can learn about his / her country.

12.PetsExamples : catdograbbitfishIt is cute.It is easy to look after/ to take care of.It is easy to feed.I can play with it.It can be my good companion.I love animals.

13.Material / ClothesExamples : silkcottonleatherIt is cool. It is comfortable.It is lasting.It is worth to buy it.It is of good quality.

14.Conclusion

I am sure I have made a good choice.I am happy with my choice.

SECTION C

EXAMPLE 1

Look at the pictures below. Write a story about the pictures. You may use the words given to help you. Write your answer in the space provided.

BAND A ( EXCELLENT )

TIPS1. Read the instructions given. 2. DO NOT go out of topic.3. Study the pictures and notes given carefully.4. Use the notes given.5. Add in your own words. Try to add in adjectives (e.g. hardworking, responsible ) and adverbs ( e.g. quickly, loudly )6. Add in interesting phrases. Examples : the girl with the most beautiful smile ; the hut in the middle of the padi field 7. Add supporting sentences to make the story interesting, clear and meaningful.8. Make your sentences interesting and creative ( Read tips 5,6,7 )9. Do not use the words given if you are not sure of the meaning.10. Write simple, compound ( joining words : and, or, but, because , while ) and complex sentences.11. Check your spelling, grammar and punctuation.12. Tenses and subject-verb agreement must be correct.13. Write neatly and clearly.

SAMPLE ANSWER FOR BAND A

Last Saturday, a group of boy scouts from SK Wawasan went around the housing estate to collect old newspapers. Before collecting the newspapers, they showed the permission slip from their headmaster. They worked hard together and enjoyed collecting the newspapers. After a few hours, the boys met at the school compound with the newspapers they had collected. Their capable group leader, Ali, called the recycling company. The man from the company came to school to collect the old newspapers. He weighed the newspapers carefully and gave RM60 to the boy scouts. The man was very happy to get a lot of old newspapers. He thanked and praised the hardworking boy scouts.During the assembly, the boy scouts proudly donated the money to the school fund. The headmaster and the staff of teachers praised them for their good deed. They hoped that other clubs and society would follow the scouts good examples. They boys were very happy because they had contributed to the school fund.

Analysis:a) Complex sentences : 1. Last Saturday, a group of boy scouts from SK Wawasan went around the housing estate to collect old newspapers. 2. Before collecting the newspapers, they showed the permission slip from their headmaster. 3. After a few hours, the boys met in the school compound with the newspapers they had collected. 4. Their capable group leader, Ali, called the recycling company. b) Compound sentences: 1. They worked hard together and enjoyed collecting the newspapers. 2. He weighed the newspapers and gave RM60 to the boy scouts. 3. He thanked and praised the hardworking boy scouts. 4. They boys were very happy because they had contributed to the school fund. c) Phrases: During the assembly, After a few hours d) Adjectives: hard, hardworking, capable e) Adverbs: carefully, proudly

BAND B ( GOOD )

TIPS1. Read the instructions given.2. Study the pictures and words given carefully.3. Use the notes given to make your sentences4. Add in adjectives (e.g. , The helpful boy scouts . ) and adverbs ( e.g., The boy scouts were working happily. ) where possible.5. Do not use words that you are not sure of.6. Write simple and compound sentences ( joining words : and, or, but, because , while ) .7. Add a few supporting sentences to make the story clear and interesting.8. Check on your spelling, tenses and punctuation.9. Write clearly and neatly.

SAMPLE ANSWER FOR BAND B(9-12/15)Last Saturday, a group of boy scouts from SK Wawasan had a good activity. They went round the housing estate to collect old newspapers. They went from house to house. They enjoyed collecting the newspapers together. They worked very hard for a few hours. Then they met at school. They collected a lot of old newspapers. Their group leader called the recycling company. Soon, the man from the recycling company came to the school. He weighed the newspapers carefully. After that, he gave RM60 to the hardworking boy scouts for the old newspapers.The boys were very happy to get RM60. The next day was the school assembly. The boys proudly donated the money to the school fund. The headmaster and teachers praised them for their good deed. The boys were very happy.

Analysis ( BAND B ) : a) Compound sentences: 1. The headmaster and teachers praised them for their good deed. Supporting sentences: 1. They worked very hard for a few hours. 2. The boys were very happy. b) Phrases: a group of boy scouts from SK Wawasan to collect old newspapers for a few hours for their good deed c) Adjectives: good, hardworking, capable d) Adverbs: very hard, carefully, proudly

BAND C (Minimum Pass)TIPS1. Read the instructions carefully.2. Study the pictures and notes given carefully.3. Answer these questions :a) Who?b) Where?c) What?d) When?e) Why?f) How?4. Do not use the words you do not know.5. Write simple sentences only. 6. Check on your grammar, spelling and punctuation. 7. Write clearly and neatly.

SAMPLE ANSWER FOR BAND C

Last week, the boy scouts collected old newspapers. They collected old newspapers from the houses.They brought the newspapers to the school. Then they called the recycling company. They sold the newspapers to the man from the company.The man gave them RM 60 .The boys scouts donated the money to the school fund. The headmaster praised the boy scouts. They were happy.

Analysis: a) Who? the boy scouts, the man, the headmaster, b) Where? From the housesc) What? old newspapersd) When? Last weeke) Why? to get moneyf) How? collected and sold old newspapersg) Supporting sentence : They were happy.

Example 2

SECTION C [ 15 MARKS]

Write the story based on the pictures below. You may use the words given to help you. Write your answer in the space provided.

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Tips For Band A ( Excellent )Pupils:1. look at the three pictures and read the words given carefully. 2. look for clues to decide on type of tenses to use to construct the sentences. Simple Present Tense / Present Continuous Tense Simple Past Tense / Past Continuous Tense ( commonly used )3. use all the words given where possible. Do not use any word that they are not sure of.4. add new words and interesting expressions (adjectives, adverbs, proverbs, idioms and similes) to get more marks.5. add supporting sentence.6. use a variety of sentence patterns. Try to make short or simple sentences first before attempting to make compound or complex sentences.7. make sure ideas are well planned and relevant.8. check to make sure there are no spelling or punctuation errors.9. check to make sure that their subject-verb agreement are correct.10. write neatly and clearly.11. use a good introduction and closure to make a story more interesting.

Sample Answer For Band A Last week, Nordin was getting ready to cycle to school. His mother shouted, Nordin, remember to bring your raincoat!

Its in my bag! Bye, mum! replied Nordin. So off he went.

The school day ended. Nordin was tired and quickly cycled home. Soon dark clouds started to form and there was a strong wind blowing. Nordin became worried because his house was far from his school. He started to cycle as fast as lightning. He knew that it would rain at any moment. He stopped his bicycle and quickly got down. He wanted to get his raincoat from his bag. To his dismay, he realized that he had forgotten to bring his raincoat. Sadly, he continued cycling.

Suddenly, it started raining cats and dogs. He was totally drenched and was shivering with cold. His bag was very wet too.

When Nordin reached home, he quickly parked his bicycle and ran into his house. His worried mother advised him to take a bath immediately. She was grateful that her son had reached home safely. After taking his bath, he covered himself with a blanket to keep warm. He felt sick and was feverish. His mother made him a hot glass of milk before sending him to bed.

Nordin regretted for being forgetful. He promised himself that he would bring his raincoat to school every day. He had learnt his lesson.

Analysis:

1. A good introduction:Last week, Nordin was getting ready to cycle to school. His mother shouted, Nordin, remember to bring your raincoat!

Its in my bag! Bye, mum! replied Nordin. So off he went. 2. A good closure:Nordin regretted for being forgetful. He promised himself that he would bring his raincoat to school every day. He had learnt his lesson.3. Compound sentences:a. Soon dark clouds started to form and there was a strong wind blowing. b. Nordin became worried because his house was far from his school.4. Complex sentences:a. When Nordin reached home, he quickly parked his bicycle and ran into house.b. After taking his bath, he covered himself with a blanket to keep warm.5. Adjectives: strong6. Adverbs: Immediately, quickly, suddenly7. Phrases: proverbs, idioms and similes: as fast as lightning raining cats and dogs shivering with cold To his dismay

Tips for Band B ( Good )(For pupils)1. First, look at the words and the pictures given.2. Get an overall idea of what to write.3. Try to use all the given words if possible. 4. You may leave out the difficult words. 5. Decide what tense (present, past or future) you are going to use.6. Then make good sentences to make up a story about the pictures.7. Add adjectives and adverbs to make your story more interesting.8. Do not make long sentences. It is better to make short and easy to understand sentences.9. Once you have finished, make sure to read your essay again. 10. Check your spelling, punctuation, grammar and overall meaning. 11. Make sure your handwriting is neat and clear.

Sample Answer For Band B

Nordin is studying in Sekolah Kebangsaan Permai. He cycles to school every day. Last week, Nordin was cycling home from school. The sky was getting dark. There were dark clouds. It was going to rain soon. Nordin was worried because he forgot to bring his raincoat. Moreover, his house was far from his school. Suddenly, it started to rain heavily. He got very wet. His bag was very wet too. Nordin cycled as fast as he could. He was very cold and scared.At last he reached home. His worried mother was waiting for him. He quickly took a bath. Then he drank some hot coffee. His mother covered him with a blanket because he was cold. He was feverish. After that, he went to bed.

He has learnt his lesson. Now, he remembers to bring his raincoat to school every day.

Analysis:

1. Take note : The Present Tense is used for the introduction and closure because Nordin is still doing those things every day.2. Compound sentences:a. Nordin was worried because he forgot to bring his raincoat.b. He was very cold and scared.c. His mother covered him with a blanket because he was cold.3. Phrases: with a blanket, as fast as he could4. Adjectives: worried, hot5. Adverbs: heavily, quickly

Tips for Band C ( Minimum Pass )(For pupils)1. Firstly, study the pictures given.2. Then, look at the words given and try to relate the words to the pictures.3. Underline all the verbs given and decide on the tense to be used.4. Then, construct simple sentences with clear meanings.5. Do not use the words that you do not understand.6. Write in short but correct sentences.7. Check your spelling and punctuation.8. Write neatly and clearly.9. Read your essay a few times.

Sample Answer For Band CNordin is studying in SK Permai. He cycles to school every day. One day, Nordin was cycling home from school. He was worried . The sky was getting dark.Soon, it started to rain. His clothes and school bag got wet. Nordin cycled quickly. He was cold. He was afraid.At last he reached home. He took a bath. Then, he drank some hot coffee. He covered himself with a blanket. He was sick.

Analysis:

1. Examples of very simple but correct sentences :

a. He was worried. b. He was cold.c. He was afraid. d. He took a bath. e. He was sick.

2. Attempts to make very simple sentences more interesting.

a. He cycles to school every day.b. Soon, it started raining.c. Nordin cycled quickly.d. At last he reached home.e. Then, he drank some hot coffee.

TIPCheck your subject-verb agreement.

ELEPS: UPSR Tips For Paper 2 ( SJKC Schools)

SECTION A

Pupils must write a perfectly correct sentence! should use all the given words.

Examples of correct and incorrect sentences

ExamplesCorrectIncorrect

1.2.3.They bought tickets.They bought ticket.They bought tickets///

1.2.3.The boys bought two tickets.The boy bought too tickets.The boys bought two ticket ,///

1.2.3.John and Affendi bought two tickets at the counter.John and Affendi bought two tickets at counter.John and Affendi bought two tickets in the counter.///

1.2.3.4.5.The dancers dance gracefully.The dancers are dancing gracefully.The dancers dancing gracefully.The dancer dances gracefully.The dancers are dancing gracefuly.//

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1.2.3.4.5.The beautiful dancers dance gracefully.The beautiful dancers are dancing gracefully.The beatiful dancers dance gracefully.Tree beautiful dancers are dancing gracefully.The beautiful dancerS dance gracefullY.//

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4.The pretty dancers in their beautiful traditional costumes are dancing gracefully on the stage.The pretty dancers in their beautiful traditional costume are dancing gracefully in the stage.The pretty dancers in their beautiful traditional costumes are dancing gracefully on the stageThe pretty dancer in her beautiful tradisional costumes are dancing gracefully on the stage./

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*** For teachers : SPOT the mistakes!! should describe the picture. ( Write only what they see. ) should try to get as many marks as possible from this section. are greatly encouraged to write simple but correct sentences to avoid grammatical, punctuation and spelling errors can change the word order.

Examples

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2.bought - ticketsThe tickets were bought by the boys.sandcastles - beachThe children at the beach are making sandcastles.

should not change the form of the word.1.boughtbuyXbuyingX

2.ticketsticketXticketingX

3.dancersdancerXdanceX

4.gracefullygracefulXwith graceX

5.sellingsellXsoldX

*given words are in bold

SECTION B

Information Transfer

Pupils must give the correct information. should look at the pictures ( if any ) and read the given information ( notices, notes, posters ) carefully. should pre-read the dialogue / passage containing 5 blanks to be filled to get the general idea. choose and transfer the correct information for each blank. should copy and punctuate correctly the information transferred. add words ( e.g. articles, verbs, joining words ) where relevant only. punctuate where relevant. check their answers to avoid transferring the wrong information.

Information given : outdoor activity relaxing saves moneyThe task:Joe: I have an interesting hobby. I like fishing. It is _____________________Correct transfer :It is an outdoor activity.Analysis: The correct information ( outdoor activity ) is transferred.1. Correct spelling ( outdoor activity ).2. A word ( the article an ) is added.3. Correct punctuation ( a full-stop at the end of the sentence ).

Information given : THE BEST PUPIL OF THE YEAR Siva Kumar * Lam Cheng Mei Head Prefect * Head Librarian Kind and polite * responsible and helpful

The task:SJKC Ching Li is having a Prize Giving Day. The pupils have to choose either Siva Kumar or Lam Cheng Mei ________________________________Correct transfer:SJKC Ching Li is having a Prize Giving Day. The pupils have to choose either Siva Kumar or Lam Cheng Mei as the Best Pupil of the year.

Analysis:1. The correct information is transferred(THE BEST PUPIL OF THE YEAR ).2. A relevant word ( as ) is added.3. Correct spelling ( the Best Pupil of the year )4. Correct punctuation ( a full-stop at the end of the sentence ).

Information given : THE BEST PUPIL OF THE YEAR Siva Kumar * Lam Cheng Mei Head Prefect * Head Librarian kind and polite *responsible and helpful

The task: Some of the pupils prefer Siva Kumar because he _______________ and he sets a good example to all the prefects. Correct transfer: Some of the pupils prefer Siva Kumar because he is the Head Prefect and he sets a good example to all the prefects.

Analysis:1. The correct information is transferred ( Head Prefect ).2. Relevant words ( is , a verb and the , an article ) are added.3. Correct spelling ( ( Head Prefect )4. Correct punctuation ( a full-stop at the end of the sentence ).

TIP : Section AWrite simple but correct sentences

TIP : Section CMake your essay interesting by adding adjectives and adverbs where relevant.

SECTION C

WRITINGNote to teachersPlease refer to the tips for SECTION C ( SK 012/2 )

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Sample Answer For Band C ( Minimum Pass )

PICTURE (i)Last week, the nurses were at the school hall. They came to check the pupils. The pupils waited outside. They had injections.

PICTURE ( ii)A girl saw a boy crying. He was scared. He ran away.PICTURE ( iii )A teacher talked to the boy.. She brought the boy back to the hall. She gave him a chocolate bar.Analysis:1. Who? the nurses, the pupils, a teacher, a boy2. Where? the school hall3. What? injections, a chocolate bar4. When? last week

Sample Answer For Band B

PICTURE (i)Last week, a team of nurses were in the school hall. They came to check the pupils. The pupils waited patiently outside the hall. They were afraid because the injections were painful.

PICTURE ( ii)Suddenly a boy ran out of the hall. He was crying loudly. He was very scared so he ran away. A girl outside the hall saw him. The nurse called him to come back. Another boy was also crying.

PICTURE ( iii )The class teacher quickly came and talked to the boy gently. Then she brought* him back to the hall. She gave him a chocolate bar because he listened to her. So the nurse was able to give the boy his injection. The nurse and the teacher were happy.

Analysis:a) Compound sentences :1. They were afraid because the injections were painful. 2. He was very scared so he ran away.3. The class teacher quickly came and talked to the boy gently.4. She gave him a chocolate bar because he listened to her.5. The nurse and the teacher were happy.b) Supporting sentences:1. The nurse called him to come back.2. The nurse and the teacher were happy.c) Phrases:a team of nursesd) Adjectives: painful, happye) Adverbs : patiently, loudly, quickly, gentlyf) Change of word form : bring brought

Sample Answer For Band A

PICTURE ( i )Last Thursday, a team of nurses from the mobile clinic were in the school hall. They came to check the pupils and to give them their injections. The pupils waited patiently outside the hall. They were afraid and nervous because the injections were painful. Peter peeped nervously into the hall. He did not like what he saw.

PICTURE ( ii )Soon, it was Peters turn to have his injection. Suddenly he ran out of the hall. He was crying loudly like a baby. He was very scared to have his injection so he ran away. Mandy who was outside the hall saw him. The nurse called him to come back. Come back here , boy! she shouted. Andrew , who just had his injection was also crying.

PICTURE ( iii )The class teacher, Madam Fatimah, quickly came. She talked to Peter and gently persuaded him. Then she brought him back to the hall. She gave him a chocolate bar because he listened to her. So the nurse was able to give Peter his injection. You are a brave boy, Peter! she praised him. Peter smiled widely.It was a long day of hard work for the nurses. They were tired but happy . Before they went back, Mr. Tiong, the Headmaster came to thank the nurses for their good work.

Analysis:a) Complex sentences:1) Last Thursday, a team of nurses from the mobile clinic were in the school hall.2) Before they went back, Mr. Tiong, the Headmaster came to thank the nurses for their good work.b) Compound sentences :1) They came to check the pupils and to give them their injections.2) She gave him a chocolate bar because he listened to her.3) She talked to Peter and gently persuaded him.4) They were tired but happy.5) He was very scared to have his injection so he ran away.

c) Supporting sentences:1) Peter peeped nervously into the hall. 2) He did not like what he saw.3) The nurse called him to come back. 4) Come back here , boy! she shouted.5) So the nurse was able to give Peter his injection. 6) You are a brave boy, Peter! she praised him. 7) Peter smiled widely.8) It was a long day of hard work for the nurses. 9) They were tired but happy . 10) Before they went back, Mr. Tiong, the Headmaster came to thank the nurses for their good work.

d) Phrases:a team of nurses from the mobile clinic crying loudly like a babye) Adjectives: painful, happy, afraid, nervous, bravef) Adverbs : patiently, loudly, quickly, gently, widelyg) Note : 1. There is a change of word order.2. able to is omitted

Comparison of Band A, B and CEXAMPLE 1BAND C ( Minimum Pass )BAND BBAND A

Last week, the boy scouts collected old newspapers. They collected the old newspapers from the houses.

They brought the newspapers to their school. Then they called the recycling company. They sold the newspapers to the man from the company.

The man gave them RM60. The boys scouts donated the money to the school fund. The headmaster praised the boy scouts. They were happy.

Last Saturday, a group of boy scouts from SK Wawasan had a good activity. They went round the housing estate to collect old newspapers. They went from house to house. They enjoyed collecting the newspapers together. They worked very hard for a few hours. Then they met at school. They collected a lot of old newspapers. Their group leader called the recycling company. Soon, the man from the recycling company came to the school. He weighed the newspapers carefully. After that, he gave RM60 to the hardworking boy scouts for the old newspapers.The boys were very happy to get RM60. The next day was the school assembly. The boys proudly donated the money to the school fund. The headmaster and teachers praised them for their good deed. The boys were very happy .

Last Saturday, a group of boy scouts from SK Wawasan went round the housing estate to collect old newspapers. Before collecting the newspapers, they showed the permission slip from their headmaster. They worked hard together and enjoyed collecting the newspapers. After a few hours, the boys met at the school compound with the newspapers they had collected. Their capable group leader, Ali, called the recycling company. The man from the company came to school to collect the old newspapers. He weighed the newspapers carefully and gave RM60 to the boy scouts. The man was very happy to get a lot of old newspapers. He thanked and praised the hardworking boy scouts.During the assembly, the boy scouts proudly donated the money to the school fund. The headmaster and the staff of teachers praised them for their good deed. They hoped that other clubs and society would follow the scouts good examples. They boys were very happy because they had contributed to the school fund.

Comparison of Band A, B and C

EXAMPLE 2

BAND C ( Minimum Pass )BAND BBAND A

Nordin is studying in SK Permai. He cycles to school every day. One day, Nordin was cycling home from school. He was worried . The sky was getting dark. Soon, it started to rain. His clothes and school bag got wet. Nordin cycled quickly. He was cold. He was afraid. At last he reached home. He took a bath. Then, he drank some hot coffee. He covered himself with a blanket. He was sick.

Nordin is studying in Sekolah Kebangsaan Permai. He cycles to school every day.

Last week, Nordin was cycling home from school. The sky was getting dark. There were dark clouds. It was going to rain soon. Nordin was worried because he forgot to bring his raincoat. Moreover, his house was far from his school.

Suddenly, it started to rain heavily. He got very wet. His bag was very wet too. Nordin cycled as fast as he could. He was very cold and scared.

At last he reached home. His worried mother was waiting for him. He quickly took a bath. Then he drank some hot coffee. His mother covered him with a blanket because he was cold. He was feverish. After that, he went to bed.

He has learnt his lesson. Now, he remembers to bring his raincoat to school every day.

Last week, Nordin was getting ready to cycle to school. His mother shouted, Nordin, remember to bring your raincoat! Its in my bag! Bye, mum! replied Nordin. So off he went. The school day ended. Nordin was tired and quickly cycled home. Soon dark clouds started to form and there was a strong wind blowing. Nordin became worried because his house was far from his school. He started to cycle as fast as lightning. He knew that it would rain at any moment. He stopped his bicycle and quickly got down. He wanted to get his raincoat from his bag. To his dismay, he realized that he had forgotten to bring his raincoat. Sadly, he continued cycling. Suddenly, it started raining cats and dogs. He was totally drenched and was shivering with cold. His bag was very wet too. When Nordin reached home, he quickly parked his bicycle and ran into his house. His worried mother advised him to take a bath immediately. She was grateful that her son had reached home safely. After taking his bath, he covered himself with a blanket to keep warm. He felt sick and was feverish. His mother made him a hot glass of milk before sending him to bed. Nordin regretted for being forgetful. He promised himself that he would bring his raincoat to school every day. He had learnt his lesson.

Comparison of Band A, B and C

EXAMPLE SJKC

BAND C ( Minimum Pass )BAND BBAND A

PICTURE ( i )

Last week, the nurses were at the school hall. They came to check the pupils. The pupils waited outside. They had injections.

PICTURE ( ii )A girl saw a boy crying. He was scared. He ran away.PICTURE ( iii ) A teacher talked to the boy.. She brought the boy back to the hall. She gave him a chocolate bar.

PICTURE ( i ) Last week, a team of nurses were in the school hall. They came to check the pupils. The pupils waited patiently outside the hall. They were afraid because the injections were painful.

PICTURE ( ii ) Suddenly a boy ran out of the hall. He was crying loudly. He was very scared so he ran away. A girl outside the hall saw him. The nurse called him to come back. Another boy was also crying.

PICTURE ( iii ) The class teacher quickly came and talked to the boy gently. Then she brought* him back to the hall. She gave him a chocolate bar because he listened to her. So the nurse was able to give the boy his injection. The nurse and the teacher were happy.

PICTURE ( i )

Last Thursday, a team of nurses from the mobile clinic were in the school hall. They came to check the pupils and to give them their injections. The pupils waited patiently outside the hall. They were afraid and nervous because the injections were painful. Peter peeped nervously into the hall. He did not like what he saw.

PICTURE ( ii ) Soon, it was Peters turn to have his injection. Suddenly he ran out of the hall. He was crying loudly like a baby. He was very scared to have his injection so he ran away. Mandy who was outside the hall saw him. The nurse called him to come back. Come back here , boy! she shouted. Andrew , who just had his injection was also crying. PICTURE ( iii ) The class teacher, Madam Fatimah, quickly came. She talked to Peter and gently persuaded him. Then she brought him back to the hall. She gave him a chocolate bar because he listened to her. So the nurse was able to give Peter his injection. You are a brave boy, Peter! she praised him. Peter smiled widely. It was a long day of hard work for the nurses. They were tired but happy . Before they went back, Mr Tiong, the Headmaster came to thank the nurses for their good work.

UPSR : Teaching Strategies

LESSON PLAN 1 FOR YEAR 6 ( Good Class )

Week : Date : Duration : 60 minutesSchool : SK St Joseph, Kuching.Location : UrbanClass : 6 ArsenalEnrolment : 40 pupilsLevel of Proficiency : Advanced LevelSubject : English Language ( Reading )Topic : Descriptions of ScenesSub-topic : Kinds of HotelsPrior Knowledge : Pupils have background knowledge of hotel industryLearning Outcomes : 2.1 Obtain information for different purposes by c. reading materials in print such as reports and articles and using other electronic media such as the Internet. 2.2 Process information bya. read ( skim and scan ) for specific information and ideas.2.3 a. writing descriptions, instructions, recounts, explanations, messages, letters, speeches, reports and articles. Curriculum Specifications : 2.1 ii Reading silently a variety of materials in print and from the Internet. 2.2 B. ii Skimming for the gist of the text. vi. Using the dictionary to find the meanings of words. xvi. Comparing and contrasting data collected from graphs, tables, charts and diagrams.

General objective : To enable students to read and understand descriptions of scenes of different kinds of hotels.Specific objectives : By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:a. orally answer questions pertaining to the slides shown. (Pre Reading)b. answer 4 questions based on the text correctly. (While reading)c. look at 8 words in bold in the sentences and find 8 words or phrases from the box that is similar in meaning 1correctly. (While Reading Worksheet 1)d. note the similarities and differences of 3 different kinds of hotels and list out the findings correctly. (Post Reading Worksheet 2)Moral Value : To appreciate the wonderful nature of earth. Teaching Materials : MS PowerPoint Slides, LCD, Laptop, Reading Text, Worksheets 1, 2References : Ministry of Education Malaysia (2010). Curriculum Specifications, English Language Year 6

Matishwar Kaur & et., (2010). Kurikulum Bersepadu Sekolah Menengah. English Year 6. Tropical Press Sdn. Bhd.: Kuala Lumpur.

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