P6 English SA1 2017 — Henry Park | Singapore Past Year Paper

Q: John, as well as his sisters, __________ in the pool for two hours. They do not want to leave the pool yet.

C. has been swimming. The subject is 'John' (singular); 'as well as his sisters' is a parenthetical phrase that does not change the verb number. The action started in the past and continues, so the present perfect continuous 'has been swimming' is correct.

Q: The girl __________ and discovered that she had been unconscious for the last two days.

A. came to. 'Came to' is the phrasal verb meaning to regain consciousness, which fits a girl who had been unconscious.

Q: The sale was a success as __________ people could resist a good bargain.

B. few. The sale succeeded because hardly anyone could resist a bargain; 'few people could resist' conveys that almost everyone bought, making the sale a success.

Q: __________ being 92, my great-grandfather leads an active life.

B. Despite. 'Despite' is a preposition followed by a noun/gerund phrase ('being 92'); 'Although'/'Even though' require a full clause, so 'Despite' is correct.

Q: "I __________ badminton all morning and my arm hurts!" exclaimed Henry.

D. have been playing. The action lasted 'all morning' and explains the present result (a sore arm), so the present perfect continuous 'have been playing' is correct.

Q: If Timothy __________ the door, his pet dog would not have gone missing.

D. had not opened. This is a third conditional (past unreal) with 'would not have gone', requiring the past perfect 'had not opened' in the if-clause.

Q: "Gary has never had to work all his life, __________?" asked Leon.

A. has he. The statement uses the auxiliary 'has' and is already negative ('never'), so the question tag must be positive and match the auxiliary: 'has he'.

Q: A cloud of dust __________ in the air when the cleaner tried to dust the table in the abandoned house.

C. rose. The narrative is in the past tense ('tried'), so the simple past 'rose' agrees in tense.

Q: That is the man __________ house was broken into last week.

D. whose. A possessive relative pronoun is needed to link 'the man' to 'house'; 'whose house' shows ownership.

Q: Bryan turned __________ the overseas scholarship because he wanted to stay in Singapore to look after his ailing mother.

D. down. 'Turn down' is the phrasal verb meaning to reject or decline an offer, which fits Bryan rejecting the scholarship to stay in Singapore.

Q1 MCQ 1 mark

John, as well as his sisters, __________ in the pool for two hours. They do not want to leave the pool yet.

Q2 MCQ 1 mark

The girl __________ and discovered that she had been unconscious for the last two days.

Q3 MCQ 1 mark

The sale was a success as __________ people could resist a good bargain.

Q4 MCQ 1 mark

__________ being 92, my great-grandfather leads an active life.

Q5 MCQ 1 mark

"I __________ badminton all morning and my arm hurts!" exclaimed Henry.

Q6 MCQ 1 mark

If Timothy __________ the door, his pet dog would not have gone missing.

Q7 MCQ 1 mark

"Gary has never had to work all his life, __________?" asked Leon.

Q8 MCQ 1 mark

A cloud of dust __________ in the air when the cleaner tried to dust the table in the abandoned house.

Q9 MCQ 1 mark

That is the man __________ house was broken into last week.

Q10 MCQ 1 mark

Bryan turned __________ the overseas scholarship because he wanted to stay in Singapore to look after his ailing mother.

Q11 MCQ 1 mark

Mr Lim was taken into __________ as he was accused of shoplifting.

Q12 MCQ 1 mark

"I clinched the first prize again!" Josh exclaimed __________ as he waved the medal in the air.

Q13 MCQ 1 mark

After being separated for seventeen years, Sally was finally __________ with her biological parents.

Q14 MCQ 1 mark

Gwen was so shocked by the news that she spoke in an __________ manner. Nobody could understand what she was saying.

Q15 MCQ 1 mark

Judging by the way the children __________ their dinner, they must have been very hungry.

Q16 MCQ 1 mark

She quickly (16) gathered up some beach essentials, threw them into her boot and drove off. Choose the word(s) closest in meaning to the underlined words.

Q17 MCQ 1 mark

Amy wasted no time in identifying a secluded spot along the stretch of white sandy beach where she could (17) unwind. Choose the word(s) closest in meaning to the underlined word.

Q18 MCQ 1 mark

She ordered a refreshing lemonade and was soon (18) engrossed in her book. Choose the word(s) closest in meaning to the underlined words.

Q19 MCQ 1 mark

She had (19) more than enough time to pack her luggage before checking out. Choose the word(s) closest in meaning to the underlined words.

Q20 MCQ 1 mark

She was (20) grateful for the opportunity to rejuvenate herself for her next project. Choose the word(s) closest in meaning to the underlined words.

Q21 MCQ 1 mark 🖼 Visual

Visual context

A promotional flyer titled 'YOUNG WARRIORS OBSTACLE RACE 2017' with cartoon runners. It states: Date 15 April 2017 (Saturday); Location Holland Club; Age 7 to 12 years old as of 15 April 2017; one-time administrative fee $5 for all races; competitive race fee $30 per race (excluding admin fee); non-competitive race fee $20 per race (excluding admin fee); register online at www.warriors.sg; only finishers receive a 2017 T-shirt and medal. A 'Race Day Details' table lists: 8 a.m. Race A (11-12-year-old boys, competitive, 1 km); 8.30 a.m. Race B (11-12-year-old girls, competitive, 1 km); 9 a.m. Race C (7-8-year-old, non-competitive, 0.5 km); 9.30 a.m. Race D (9-10-year-old, non-competitive, 0.5 km); 10 a.m. Race E (10-12-year-old, non-competitive, 1 km); 11.30 a.m. Mud Bath Parade (parents may accompany their child); 12 p.m. Prize Presentation (winners gather behind the stage by 11.55 a.m.). A 'Prizes' section: first 3 male and first 3 female racers across the line get a trophy and Young Armour vouchers. Early-bird benefits for registering before 12 March: admin fees waived; free Young Armour bag and headband for the first 100 registrants. A recount by Devi, Champion of 2016 Junior Warrior Race, describes 'The Slippery Slope' obstacle and a horn blown to signal a champion. Organised by Warriors; sponsored by Spring Water, Health First and Young Armour.

The main purpose of the flyer is to __________.

Q22 MCQ 1 mark 🖼 Visual

Ahmad's 11th birthday falls on 16 April. Which race(s) can he take part in?

Q23 MCQ 1 mark 🖼 Visual

Based on the 2016 champion's recount, the horn was blown to signal __________.

Q24 MCQ 1 mark 🖼 Visual

How much does Jane have to pay if she wants to sign up for Race D before 12 March?

Q25 MCQ 1 mark 🖼 Visual

Which one of the following statements is true?

Q26 MCQ 1 mark 🖼 Visual

Based on the flyer, which one of the following items would each race finisher receive?

Q27 MCQ 1 mark 🖼 Visual

Which one of the following is not a sponsor for the event?

Q28 MCQ 1 mark 🖼 Visual

According to Devi's sharing, what did she find most surprising from the race experience?

Q29 Open-ended 1 mark

Choose the most suitable word (A-Q) for the blank. 'Paparazzi tend __________ be independent contractors who have no connection with mainstream media organisations.'

Q30 Open-ended 1 mark

Choose the most suitable word (A-Q) for the blank. 'Photographs are usually taken __________ they see famous celebrities that they are tracking.'

Q31 Open-ended 1 mark

Choose the most suitable word (A-Q) for the blank. 'Some experts __________ described the behaviour of paparazzi as being synonymous with stalking and harassment of public figures and celebrities.'

Q32 Open-ended 1 mark

Choose the most suitable word (A-Q) for the blank. 'Some public figures and celebrities have expressed concern __________ the extent to which paparazzi go to invade their personal space.'

Q33 Open-ended 1 mark

Choose the most suitable word (A-Q) for the blank. 'Legal support for restraining orders __________ paparazzi have increased.'

Q34 Open-ended 1 mark

Choose the most suitable word (A-Q) for the blank. 'There __________ more lawsuits against them too.'

Q35 Open-ended 1 mark

Choose the most suitable word (A-Q) for the blank. 'Some states and countries restrict __________ activities by passing laws and curfews...'

Q36 Open-ended 1 mark

Choose the most suitable word (A-Q) for the blank. '...as well as staging events in __________ paparazzi are specifically not allowed to take photographs.'

Q37 Open-ended 1 mark

Choose the most suitable word (A-Q) for the blank. 'The primary purpose of these regulations __________ to stop paparazzi from taking pictures of children in a harassing manner...'

Q38 Open-ended 1 mark

Choose the most suitable word (A-Q) for the blank. '...taking pictures of children in a harassing manner, regardless of __________ their parents are.'

Q39 Open-ended 1 mark

Each of the underlined words contains either a spelling or grammatical error. Write the correct word. 'The rivalry among two of the world's most recognisable brands...'

Q40 Open-ended 1 mark

Each of the underlined words contains either a spelling or grammatical error. Write the correct word. 'It was a viscious family feud...'

Q41 Open-ended 1 mark

Each of the underlined words contains either a spelling or grammatical error. Write the correct word. '...that not only pit two brothers against each other...'

Q42 Open-ended 1 mark

Each of the underlined words contains either a spelling or grammatical error. Write the correct word. '...but also divided the inhabitents of their hometown...'

Q43 Open-ended 1 mark

Each of the underlined words contains either a spelling or grammatical error. Write the correct word. '...the Dassler Brothers Sports Shoe Company, operated out of their mother's laundry room...'

Q44 Open-ended 1 mark

Each of the underlined words contains either a spelling or grammatical error. Write the correct word. 'Adolf ("Adi") Dassler was the quiet, thoughtful craftsman who designed and made the shoes, complements by the older Rudolph ("Rudi")...'

Q45 Open-ended 1 mark

Each of the underlined words contains either a spelling or grammatical error. Write the correct word. '...who was the extroveted salesman.'

Q46 Open-ended 1 mark

Each of the underlined words contains either a spelling or grammatical error. Write the correct word. 'Owens' victory gave the shoes international exbosed and sales of the Dasslers' product exploded.'

Q47 Open-ended 1 mark

Each of the underlined words contains either a spelling or grammatical error. Write the correct word. '...which was already strained by the fact that their families lived in the same villa since their wives not getting along.'

Q48 Open-ended 1 mark

Each of the underlined words contains either a spelling or grammatical error. Write the correct word. 'The conflict excalated as the brothers split the company in two in 1948...'

Q49 Open-ended 1 mark

Each of the underlined words contains either a spelling or grammatical error. Write the correct word. '...dividing the essets and the employees between themselves.'

Q50 Open-ended 1 mark

Each of the underlined words contains either a spelling or grammatical error. Write the correct word. '...eventually changing it to the more athlethic sounding name, "Puma."'

Q51 Open-ended 1 mark

Fill in the blank with the most suitable word. 'Its main goal is to steal cargo and other __________ items.'

Q52 Open-ended 1 mark

Fill in the blank with the most suitable word. 'Those who have __________ in acts of piracy are called pirates.'

Q53 Open-ended 1 mark

Fill in the blank with the most suitable word. 'The earliest documented instances of piracy were __________ the 14th century, when the Sea Peoples...'

Q54 Open-ended 1 mark

Fill in the blank with the most suitable word. '...a group of ocean raiders, __________ the ships of the Aegean and Mediterranean civilizations.'

Q55 Open-ended 1 mark

Fill in the blank with the most suitable word. 'In the early 21st __________, seaborne piracy against transport vessels has remained a significant issue.'

Q56 Open-ended 1 mark

Fill in the blank with the most suitable word. 'An estimated US$16 billion was __________ to piracy annually...'

Q57 Open-ended 1 mark

Fill in the blank with the most suitable word. '...particularly in the waters between the Red Sea __________ Indian Ocean off the Somali coast...'

Q58 Open-ended 1 mark

Fill in the blank with the most suitable word. 'In the 2000s, pirates armed __________ automatic weapons and rocket-propelled grenades used small motorboats...'

Q59 Open-ended 1 mark

Fill in the blank with the most suitable word. '...a tactic that __________ advantage of the small number of crew members on modern cargo vessels...'

Q60 Open-ended 1 mark

Fill in the blank with the most suitable word. 'They also used larger vessels, known __________ "motherships", to supply the smaller motorboats.'

Q61 Open-ended 1 mark

Fill in the blank with the most suitable word. 'Currently, the international community __________ facing many challenges in bringing modern pirates...'

Q62 Open-ended 1 mark

Fill in the blank with the most suitable word. '...in bringing modern pirates __________ justice as these attacks often occur in international waters.'

Q63 Open-ended 1 mark

Fill in the blank with the most suitable word. 'A number __________ nations have also used their naval forces to protect private ships...'

Q64 Open-ended 1 mark

Fill in the blank with the most suitable word. '...used their naval forces to protect private ships __________ pirate attacks.'

Q65 Open-ended 1 mark

Fill in the blank with the most suitable word. 'Some private vessels are taking __________ to defend their vessels and their crews from piracy.'

Q66 Structured 2 marks

Rewrite the given sentence(s) using the word(s) provided. Your answer must be in one sentence with the same meaning. 'If the shirt does not fit, return it to the store. Return the matching pants too.' together with __________

Q67 Structured 2 marks

Rewrite the given sentence(s) using the word(s) provided. The swimming coach asked, "Have all of you changed into your swimming suits?" The swimming coach asked __________

Q68 Structured 2 marks

Rewrite the given sentence(s) using the word(s) provided. 'Jane could speak several languages. Everyone was impressed.' Everyone found it __________

Q69 Structured 2 marks

Rewrite the given sentence(s) using the word(s) provided. 'The flood has been terrible. Therefore, many people have been stranded in their homes.' because of __________

Q70 Structured 2 marks

Rewrite the given sentence(s) using the word(s) provided. 'Mel insisted on going to the Zoo. It was raining heavily.' No matter how __________

Q71 Open-ended 2 marks

Based on evidence from the passage, how was the puppy disabled? (2m)

Q72 Open-ended 1 mark

Which three-word phrase in paragraph 1 describes that Bill had given up and was resigned to his fate? (1m)

Q73 Open-ended 2 marks

Based on the passage, why was there a change in Bill when he brought the puppy home? (2m)

Q74 Structured 3 marks

Based on the passage, state whether each statement in the table below is true or false. Give one reason why you think so. (3m) (a) In the beginning, the puppy enjoyed the daily walks and massages. (b) Bill's parents were intrigued by the physically challenged puppy. (c) Bill refused to go for any physiotherapy sessions.

Q75 Open-ended 2 marks

Explain in detail the 'regimen' that was prescribed by the veterinarian. (2m)

Q76 Structured 1 mark

Order the sentences below according to what had happened in the passage. Number the sentences (1, 2 and 3) in the boxes provided. (1m) ( ) They religiously kept to their workout regimen. ( ) Bill was suffering from osteomyelitis. ( ) The dog was hit by a truck and bleeding profusely from the mouth.

Q77 Structured 3 marks

Choose the word from paragraphs 1-3 which have similar meanings to the words below. (3m) i) grimaced ii) captivated iii) physically challenged

Q78 Structured 2 marks

Look at the table below. What do the words in the left column refer to in the passage? Write the answers in the column on the right. (2m) they (line 25) it (line 39)

Q79 Structured 2 marks

Based on the passage, state the corresponding cause for the effect listed in the table below. (2m) i) Effect: Bill needed to walk with a brace and he limped in severe pain. ii) Effect: Bill dove to save his dog from an oncoming truck.

Q80 Open-ended 2 marks

Explain with evidence from the passage why Bill no longer needed the support of the brace. (2m)

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