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P5 English SA1 2025 — Nanyang
P5
English
2025
SA1
25 questions
30 marks
Source: Nanyang, 2025
This P5 English SA1 paper from Nanyang (2025) contains 25 questions worth 30 marks. Use it as a study reference for English topics typically tested at P5 level in Singapore schools.
Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q5 Q6 Q7 Q8 Q9 Q10 Q11 Q12 Q13 Q14 Q15 Q16 Q17 Q18 Q19 Q20 Q21 Q22 Q23 Q24 Q25
Q1
MCQ
1 mark
🖼 Visual
Visual context
A poster for 'FunVenture Zone', Singapore's 'ULTIMATE Indoor Playground'. It details four stations: Station 1 (Giant Glow-in-the-Dark Maze, Most Popular), Station 2 (Zipline Roller Coaster), Station 3 (Obstacle Course), and Station 4 (Cosy Lounge). The poster also includes 'Grand Opening' details (25 March 2025, Marina Mall, first 100 visitors free, free goodie bag for first 300 successful Obstacle Course participants, special discount for birthday party bookings, buy VIP tickets to skip queue), and 'General Information' (children below 10 need adult accompaniment, padded equipment and flooring, all stations manned by trained staff).
According to the poster in Text 1, which of the following statements is true?
(1) Adults are not allowed in FunVenture Zone.
(2) The first 100 participants do not need to pay an entry fee.
(3) All participants of the Obstacle Course get a free goodie bag.
(4) There are special discounts for anyone who makes birthday party bookings all year round.
(1) Adults are not allowed in FunVenture Zone.
(2) The first 100 participants do not need to pay an entry fee.
(3) All participants of the Obstacle Course get a free goodie bag.
(4) There are special discounts for anyone who makes birthday party bookings all year round.
Explanation
Text 1 under 'Grand Opening' explicitly states, "First 100 visitors enter for FREE!". This directly matches option (2). Other options are either contradicted or not fully supported by the text.
Q2
MCQ
1 mark
🖼 Visual
Visual context
A poster for 'FunVenture Zone', Singapore's 'ULTIMATE Indoor Playground'. It details four stations: Station 1 (Giant Glow-in-the-Dark Maze, Most Popular), Station 2 (Zipline Roller Coaster), Station 3 (Obstacle Course), and Station 4 (Cosy Lounge). The poster also includes 'Grand Opening' details (25 March 2025, Marina Mall, first 100 visitors free, free goodie bag for first 300 successful Obstacle Course participants, special discount for birthday party bookings, buy VIP tickets to skip queue), and 'General Information' (children below 10 need adult accompaniment, padded equipment and flooring, all stations manned by trained staff).
What do the points under 'General Information' in Text 1 suggest?
(1) The staff are well-trained.
(2) Safety is a priority at the playground.
(3) All children must be accompanied by an adult.
(4) The indoor playground is an ultimate attraction.
(1) The staff are well-trained.
(2) Safety is a priority at the playground.
(3) All children must be accompanied by an adult.
(4) The indoor playground is an ultimate attraction.
Explanation
The 'General Information' section mentions "Children below 10 years old must be accompanied by an adult", "Padded equipment and flooring used", and "All stations are manned by staff trained in using the equipment safely". These points all emphasize safety measures, indicating that safety is a top priority at the playground.
Q3
MCQ
1 mark
What does the writer's experience in Text 2 suggest about the lounge?
(1) It is noisy and difficult to concentrate in.
(2) It is the ideal spot for a birthday party to be held.
(3) It is for parents who want to take a break while their children play.
(4) It is a play area for children where parents can join in the activities.
(1) It is noisy and difficult to concentrate in.
(2) It is the ideal spot for a birthday party to be held.
(3) It is for parents who want to take a break while their children play.
(4) It is a play area for children where parents can join in the activities.
Explanation
In Text 2, the writer states, "So parents, you'll be happy to know there's a lounge you can relax at with great coffee while your child explores the stations. I sipped on coffee, got some work done on my laptop, and still kept an eye on my little adventurers - win-win!" This clearly indicates the lounge is a place for parents to rest and work while their children play.
Q4
MCQ
1 mark
In Text 2, the writer mentioned the long waiting time for the attractions to ____
(1) encourage adults to stay at the lounge
(2) make the playground seem more attractive
(3) discourage visitors from going to the playground
(4) suggest that people visit on weekdays instead of weekends
(1) encourage adults to stay at the lounge
(2) make the playground seem more attractive
(3) discourage visitors from going to the playground
(4) suggest that people visit on weekdays instead of weekends
Explanation
The writer concludes Text 2 by saying, "However, be prepared to wait at each station for your turn. I would recommend going on days aside from the weekends when waiting time at the various stations is especially long." This directly advises visitors to choose weekdays to avoid long queues.
Q5
MCQ
1 mark
🖼 Visual
Visual context
A poster for 'FunVenture Zone', Singapore's 'ULTIMATE Indoor Playground'. It details four stations: Station 1 (Giant Glow-in-the-Dark Maze, Most Popular), Station 2 (Zipline Roller Coaster), Station 3 (Obstacle Course), and Station 4 (Cosy Lounge). The poster also includes 'Grand Opening' details (25 March 2025, Marina Mall, first 100 visitors free, free goodie bag for first 300 successful Obstacle Course participants, special discount for birthday party bookings, buy VIP tickets to skip queue), and 'General Information' (children below 10 need adult accompaniment, padded equipment and flooring, all stations manned by trained staff). Text 2 is a social media post reviewing FunVenture Zone.
In what way does the review in Text 2 support what is reflected on the poster in Text 1?
(1) FunVenture Zone promotes family bonding.
(2) The indoor playground will surely make the participants tired.
(3) It is worthwhile getting VIP tickets regardless of the day of visit.
(4) The Giant Glow-in-the-Dark Maze is big with more than enough segments to explore.
(1) FunVenture Zone promotes family bonding.
(2) The indoor playground will surely make the participants tired.
(3) It is worthwhile getting VIP tickets regardless of the day of visit.
(4) The Giant Glow-in-the-Dark Maze is big with more than enough segments to explore.
Explanation
Text 1 explicitly states 'Built for fun, fitness, and family bonding!'. Text 2 supports this by mentioning, 'The maze was a huge hit with my family - all of us loved solving the puzzles...' and 'Overall, FunVenture Zone truly offers something for everyone. My family can't wait to return.' These statements highlight shared experiences and enjoyment among family members.
Q6
Open-ended
1 mark
Dreams are stories or images that our brain creates ____ we are asleep.
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Q7
Open-ended
1 mark
Scientists believe that dreaming ____ an important role in how our brain processes information.
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Q8
Open-ended
1 mark
Dreams help us make ____ of our experiences and emotions.
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Q9
Open-ended
1 mark
For ____, if you have studied hard for a test, you might dream about school because your brain is sorting what you have learned.
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Q10
Open-ended
1 mark
school because your brain is sorting ____ what you have learned.
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Q11
Open-ended
1 mark
Dreams may also help us manage strong emotions, such ____ fear or excitement.
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Q12
Open-ended
1 mark
Have you ever woken up with a brilliant ____ to a difficult problem?
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Q13
Open-ended
1 mark
Whatever the reasons are for ____ dream, scientists agree that dreaming supports our overall mental well-being.
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Q14
Open-ended
1 mark
Dreaming usually ____ during a stage of sleep called REM sleep.
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Q15
Open-ended
1 mark
It is named this way ____ our eyes move quickly under our eyelids during this time.
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Q16
Open-ended
1 mark
Interestingly, everyone is thought to dream between three ____ six times at night but we may not remember our dreams.
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Q17
Open-ended
1 mark
This could be ____ to the stage of sleep when the dream takes place.
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Q18
Open-ended
1 mark
Scientists believe that people remember their dreams better after awakening from REM sleep ____ from other sleep stages.
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Q19
Open-ended
1 mark
The next time you have ____ unusual dream, try to write it down!
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Q20
Open-ended
1 mark
It might ____ you something about your thoughts or feelings.
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Q21
Open-ended
2 marks
"Take care of your treasure maps!" the captain commanded his crew members.
The captain commanded his crew members ____
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Q22
Open-ended
2 marks
The singer had a sore throat. She performed beautifully during the concert.
____ although
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Q23
Open-ended
2 marks
The plants must get enough sunlight or they will not grow.
____ unless
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Q24
Open-ended
2 marks
Jack did not leave the library. Jack only left when his sister had finished her homework.
____ until
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Q25
Open-ended
2 marks
Tom can represent our class at the writing competition. Ben can also do that.
Either ____ or
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