Folio

English

Name : Nurul Farhani bt. Roslee

Class : 4 Arrazi
Teachername : Puan Noreha

Essays
1.Report
To : Encik Abdullah Bakri,
Principal, SMK Bukit Tinggi
Title : Charily Run 2013
SMK Bukit Tinggi annual Charity Run for 2013 was held on 18th September. The event was originally
scheduled to start at 6.30 a.m. but the flag-off only took place at 7 a.m. due to the rain. Like the past
years, the run started and ended at the school field.
The purpose of this year's Charity Run is to raise funds for the local orphanage. Participants were
charged a RM15 registration fee that includes some mineral water and a t-shirt.
The entire route of the run was 10.5 kilometres. A total of 578 students throughout the school took part in
the event. Nur Amalina from Form 5B came out first, followed by Boon Keat from 5A, second and Ganesh
Lingam from 4D, third. The winners were presented with medals and hampers by the President of the
Parent Teacher Association, Datuk Rahim Mahmud.
While the event was successfully completed, there were some incidents that occurred during the run. Two
participants lost their belongings. Both of them left their bags at the side of the field despite being
repeatedly reminded by the organisers not to do so. Participants were advised to leave their belongings in
the hall next to the field where there were students on duty. Fortunately, they only lost small amounts of
money and some snacks.
Apart from that, some participants also sustained minor injuries. This was due to the fact that they did not
do warm-up exercise before running. As a result, they suffered cramps halfway through the run. They
were immediately attended to by the medical team on standby and recovered after a short rest.
From this year's event, it is clear that there are still room for improvement in the organisation of this event.
For example, more refreshment stands should be made available throughout the course of the run. This
will ensure that participants are well hydrated while running. Besides, more volunteers should be brought
in to control and direct traffic where the route meets with the main street. This will ensure the safety of the
participants as well as the safety of road users passing by the area.
Reported by,
Secretary,

Organising Committee,
Charity Run 2013,
SMK Bukit Tinggi.

2.Article
How Internet Affects Life
By:Nurul Farhani
Nowadays, the use of Internet is increasing especially among adolescence or more accurately,
students. The Internet issue is discussed by the adults and parents. Most of them are worried that the use
of Internet is dangerous to their kids. Some others said that Internet may bring benefits to their children
especially to those who will be sitting for an examination.
On my opinion, Internet has both benefits and drawbacks. First of all, let me talk about the benefits
first. As we know, Internet is mostly used by students. By surfing internet, students can visit various
websites to assist their studies. The examples of popular websites are tutortv.com , unicliq.com , and
tutor.com.my. They can visit the websites and revise their studies in more exciting way. Some of them are
free. Students can visit it anytime they want. The websites also provide useful notes and exercises. At the
same time, students can get additional information that they cannot find it in books. For instance, they can
go to 'Google' or 'Yahoo' search engines to search for more ideas to write an essay. In short, Internet
provides vast informations and knowledge which is very beneficial for the students.
Next, Internet also provides lots of social networks such as Facebook , Twitter, MySpace and many
other. Through these social networks, we can add more friends and make new friends. We can also know
friends from other country as these social networks are used internationally. Other than adding friends, we
can also strengthen our relationship with our friends and family who are staying far away from us using
Skype. We can see them in front of our eyes eventhough they are actually far away from us through web
camera.
Besides, Internet also offers entertainment. We canwatch videos of our favourite artists by just one
click through 'Youtube' website. We can also watch favourite movies without paying. Plus, there are many
artists born from 'Youtube'. So, fans can know more about the artists from Youtube. Meanwhile,
4shared.com provides tracks, videos and files that can be downloaded for free! Internet users can enjoy
themselves at anytime watching their favourite artists' performance for free.
Internet doen not only offersbenefits for students but also to those who want to gain more money. It
also provides business opportunities. As for example, mudah.my gives a wide room for surfers to promote
anything they want to sell. Through this, people with no job can gain money and support their lives by
doing the online business.However, as I said earlier, Internet also brings bad effects to its users. Firstly, it
can encourage cyber crimes. Besides that, students who spend too much time on Internet may neglect
their studies and do not finish their homework. This should be avoided as studies are important especially
to teenagers.
Although Internet can add more friends to our list, yet, it still can develop anti-social behaviour. Not
all of the users use Internet to make friends, someof them only play video games or just sit down
wayching videos on Youtube. They will only sit and ignore what is happening around them. The worst
thing is, they may not realise that there is an earthquake out there! This anti-social behaviour may leads
to health problems. The users will just stay at home and sit in front of computer and this will cause them
to be lazy couch potatoes. It will also lead to obesity. Next, most students will not attracted to surf
knowledgeable websites, but wasting their time on other non-beneficial things. Wasting timeon Internet
can cause students to neglect their studies. Not only time is wasted but also money. With the uses of

more electricity non-stop, utility bills may increase dramatically. We just not pay for the electric bills but
also internet monthly bills.
The conclusion is, everything has its own benefits and drawbacks. However, it depends on how we
are using it. If we spend more time using it for benefits, we will get positive effects. But if we use it more to
non-beneficial things, we will get negative effects. So, it depends on you.

3.Speech
A very good morning to our beloved principal, Pn Laila Mohd Noor, senior assistants,
teachers and friends. On this glorious morning, I, Gary Tan the recipient of this years Best
Student Award am going to give a talk on How to Become a Successful Student. In my
speech, I am going to share with you some tips on how you can be a successful student.If you
want to be successful, you must set goals. Research shows that people who set goals
accomplish more than those who do not. In deciding your goals, ask yourself What do I want to
be? and What do I do to get there? Besides, you must be motivated. When you are motivated
you will have a strong desire to do well and to achieve your goals. In addition, you must pay
attention in class.
Dear students ,
Listen actively and focus on what the teacher is teaching. If you have disruptive classmates,
sit in front of the classroom, away from them. Always ask questions if you do not understand.
Seek clarifications from your teachers or your friends if you are shy to approach the
former.Another important tip to being a successful student is to be organised.You can use a
planner or notebook to write down all your assignments when they are given. This way you will
not forget your homework, dates of tests or projects. Remember, if you are organised you will be
well- prepared and you will have less stress. Moreover, you must complete your homework on
time. Homework helps reinforce what you have learnt. It helps you understand and remember
the information. You must prepare well for exams. A successful student is one who prepares for
exams well in advance, and not at the eleventh hour. If you study consistently, you will have
ample time for revision.Friends, to be a successful student you must have diverse interests.You
should take part in co-curricular activities in order to become a well-rounded person. These
activities help develop leadership skills and teamwork besides instilling values like cooperation
and tolerance. Discipline is an important aspect of our lives. No matter where you go or what
you do, you will be subjected to rules and regulations. Hence, it is crucial that you obey the
school rules.
Dear friends,
What is success if you lack the common courtesies in life? Remember,you must respect
everyone. You must respect your parents, your teachers, the school staff and also your friends.
You must respect other peoples feelings and opinions.There are also several things you must
avoid if you want to be a successful student. You must avoid wasting time. These days many
teenagers spend hours on social networks such as Facebook or playing computer games.
These are a waste of time and will not benefit you in any way. Remember, Time and tide wait
for no man. Also, avoid skipping school. Some students feel that school is a waste of time as
they can learn better from their tuition teachers. This is not true. The teachers in our school are
experienced and well qualified. They are also experienced examiners and they know how to
impart knowledge effectively.I have to stop here. I hope you have found my talk helpful. Thank
you for listening attentively.

4.Formal & Informal Letter

Nurul Farhani bt. Roslee,
10, Jalan Jujur,
Taman Selasih,
68000 Ampang,
Selangor.

The Director,
Ampang Jaya Municipal Council,
Bangunan Mentari,
Ampang Jaya,
68000
SELANGOR.
15 SEPTEMBER 2014
Dear Sir,
Poor Maintenance of Taman Selasih
I am writing this letter on behalf of the residents of Taman Selasih to complain about the dismal conditions
we have been putting up with for the past three months.
2. One of the main grouses of the residents concerns uncollected rubbish. Initially, rubbish was collected
three times a week. However, since June this year the garbage collectors have only been coming once a
week. Our litter bins are always filled to the brim and we have no choice but to leave our bags of rubbish
next to the bins. The rotting waste causes a terrible stench. Worse still, stray cats and dogs scatter the
rubbish while looking for food. This is not only unpleasant but also unhealthy.
3. Most of the drains in Taman Selasih are clogged with rubbish resulting in the water becoming stagnant.
It is not uncommon to see plastic bags, bottles and dry leaves in these drains. There is an urgent need to
clear these drains as the stagnant water is an idealbreeding ground for mosquitoes. The residents are
worried as there has been a sharp increase in dengue cases in the last two months.
4. The street lights along several roads are also not working. This has caused several accidents at night
mostly involving motorcyclists as they are unable to see in the dark. Unfortunately, the dark streets have
also led to another problem an increase in crime. Several residents, especially women, have fallen victim
to snatch thieves.
5. The one and only playground in our area is also not well-maintained. The grass is overgrown as it has
not been cut for almost three months. Besides, the playground equipment is damaged. Many of the seesaws and swings have been spoiled by vandals.
I hope the council will look into our complaints and take prompt action to solve our problems.
Thank you.
Yours faithfully,

(NURUL FARHANI BT. ROSLEE)

Nurul Farhani Bt. Roslee,
No.3,Jalan Sutera,
Taman Cempaka,
43600 Bandar Baru Bangi,
Selangor.
12 March 2015.

Dear Zarina,
How's life? I hope you are in the best of health. How's my beloved Uncle Johari? I miss him too.The
reason I write this letter is to tell you about my expedition to Langkawi. Guess what? We just came back
from Langkawi . I went there with 25 of my classmates and my class teacher. Mr, Zaid had kindlly
accompanied us for the 3 day-trip. You should have joined us. It was such an awesome experience!
Well, on the first day, we arrived at Langkawi in morning after a short flight. Then, we were taken to
Langkawi Geopark, a UNESCO World Heriatage Site where we could see magnificent rock formations.
We were taught the history of the place and some fossils of fish could also be sighted. This is a wonderful
opportunity to understand geogical aspect of the island at the Geopark.
After visiting Geopark, we were taken to Pulau Dayang Bunting which about an hour boat ride. I
forgot to mention that the boat ride itself was so exciting and adventurous. Upon arrival at the island, we
were greeted by monkeys and soon, we saw a breathtakinng lake, with its gree clear water. Not forgetting
the fish spa where thousands of catfish nibble at your feet when you lower feet into the water. Again, this
is a new experience for me. Other than that, we could really enjoy the beautiful scenery of the island.
The next day, we went to Underwater World where we saw the penguin, giant fishes, colourful
onemones and all sorts of marine life there.I'm sure, it's heaven for fish lovers. One advantage of this trip
is I could learn about themarine life. Well, on the final day, we went to Mahsuri Tomb and Padang Mat
Sirat to relive the legend of Mahsuri. It was a good experience since I managed to see the historic sites
and understand Mahsuri legend better. Other than that, I also learn about the importance of being true to
our words and do not spread false gossips since these can lead to horrible consequences. I also
managed to make friends with some other tourists visiting the site.
Okay, I guess I have to have to pen off now. Hope to see you in the next letter. Please convey my
love and regards to my uncle and aunti. Take care!

5.Newspaper Report
Students Grow Flying Sauce
Jim Wilkes, Science Reporter

TORONTO - In the cult movie classic Attack of the Killer Tomatoes, mutant
vegetables cut a deadly swath through the community, consuming everyone in their
path.
But Canadian astronaut Bob Thirsk says Toronto students cultivating tomato
seeds from space shouldnt worry about like imitating art.
There should be no fear on the part of teachers or parents about any toxic fruit
growing from these tomato plants, said Thirsk, who flew aboard the shuttle
Columbia on a 17-day mission in 1996.
He said hell eat tomatoes produced from the high-flying seeds or use them to
make salsa or ketchup.
Thirsk visited students at St. Cecillia Catholic School on Annette St. yesterday
to check up on their experiments with tomato seeds taken into space by astronaut
Mark Garneau.
The Tomatosphere project involves 2,500 secondary school classrooms across
Canada growing 400,000 seeds, half of which made the trip to space. Space plants
are said to grow faster and taller.
The space-flown seeds made 170 orbits of the Earth, travelled more than 7
million kilometers and spent 12 days weightless, Thirsk said.
At the end of June, schools will send results of their experiment to the Canadian
Space Agency which will compile the date and make conclusions.

Thirsk said the program is designed to introduce space science to young

Canadians. I can see that in these classrooms we have potential future Canadian
scientists and astronauts, he said. I find that incredibly exciting.

Leaving No Footprint
Singapore : Tanjung Rhu
by Minfong Ho
Plot :Expositon :

Mr.T.W.Li , a rich businessman stood at his office window high above Shenton
Way. Concerned about something which he could not lay his finger on he was not
ready to go home. His mothers (Ah Ma) funeral just a day before and everything
hd been correctly. He counted the number of ships in the harbour as was his
habit with binoculars. The binoculars reminded him of his mother.

Conflict :

He recalled he had brought them for Ah Ma and eager to gine them to her. He
wanted her to use them as she did not undergo a catatract operation. His wife
was having tea with friends in a room. Ah Ma was in the garden feeling the
chickens. Speaking to her Cantonese ,he mentioned the binoculars as see-far
glasses. Ah Ma was irritated as it reminded her of her refusal to have a catatract

operation. Later , she mentioned her willingness to use them at his office to see
Tanjong Rhu were her husbands shipyard used to be.

Climax :

Next morning , Ah Ma prayed in the altar room. Then , she talked to her dead
husband to inform him of her going to theirs son office. Her grangdaughter , Ying
offered to do the praying with the joss sticks for her but she would not allow it.
Mr.Li ticked off ying for critising her grandmother for wanting to do things her
way. While waiting for Ah Ma , Mr Li looked at his fathers photograph and
remembered their time together.

Falling Action :

He recalled that he tried to ask Ah Ma again. But , bythen , she had become very
sick and was bedridden in hospital , unable to move or talk very much. Ying help
to look after her. Knowing that her father to say something. But , Mr Li could not
and scolded Ying for not being respectful.

Resolution :

Now back in his office , the day was becoming dark and he suddenly thought of
the altar and what he had promised Ah Ma at her deathbed. This was what had
been troubling him the whole day , something he had left undone. He rushed
home to do that one last thing for her. He paid his respect to Ah Ma but , he could
not open the drawer. He cried and told Ah Ma he saw Tanjong Rhu that day and
then decided to leave well done.

Changing their skies

Tanzania : Leaving by
M.G.Vassanji
Exposition :

The narrators mother sold off the store in Uhurru Street in town and move Aloo
and the narrator , the youngest daughter , to Upanga , another part of town. The
other children were married and had their own life.

Conflict :

Aloo began to think of his future of futhering his education in an American

university. He wrote to universities in America for information. Mother just smiled
and teased him about having rich uncles in America. Aloo learned that there was
an exciting new world waiting for him. Her was offered a course in agriculture in a
local university but he was not keen about farming.

Climax :

Aloo was offered scholarship and a place by the Carlifornia Institute of

Technology. Initially , motherdid not believe Aloo had the offered and confirmed it
narrator. Then she emphasized that they could not afford the spending money

with thousand shillings. Aloo suggested they get a loan and promised to word his
way through college to repay the loan.

Falling Action :

Back home , mother for the first time asked to see the college prospectus. Aloo
understood that his mother was indirectly giving him permission to take up the
offer. He was extremely excited. She made aloo promise not to forget his roots.

Resolution :

Aloo wrote to his mother from London. His letter was full of excitement at the new
things he saw. Mother starred into the future not daring to think aloud her
thoughts.

China : Flame by Ha Jin

Exposition :

Nimei received a letter Hsu Peng who she did not heard anything from for
seventeen years old. This letter was nothing just about story of his life. A young
nurse named Wanyan told Nimei that the patient in room 3 wants to meet. The
patient asked Nimei if she can changed the food menu. As she told the manager
about the changing of food menu , she returned to the office and read the letter
once more before to her house.

Conflict :

Nimeis mother wanted her to get marry with Jiang Bing who always brought
them food. Nimei refused because she has her own love. Nimeis decision made
her mother mother begging for it and Nimei had to agree with it as she has to
respect her mother. Hsu Peng gets really angry as he know that Nimei will get
married. Then , Nimei and Jiang Bing get married. But she never forgot Hsu
Peng angry word.

Climax :

Nimei thought that it will be good for her when Hsu peng came as she can make
her mother felt sorry to make her married with another man. Nimei wrote a letter ,
inviting him to meet her and her family. Wanyan told Nimei that she patient
complined about the new food. Nimei promised that she will find another better

for him. Nimeo asked her husband to find a fish at the river as she will go to
exercise herself.

Falling Action :

Nimeis husband worked on a fish into a very tasty stew. He brought it to Nimeis
office and she reserved it to the patient in Room 3. The patient felt excited as he
taste a delicious fish. Since then , the fish had been the patients food. One day ,
Nimei and her husband worked out on their yardfor a whole weekend. Their
mother complained about the money that they waste for it.

Resolution :

The patient will leave the hospital later. He had a chatting with Nimei as she
asked him to change her husband for direction s position. On September 29 , the
two soldiers had come to Nimeis house while holding a parcel and a large green
oil container. They told her that their commissar which is Hsu Peng cannot come
as he had important thing. As the parcel opened , they saw four big fish. Nimei
cried as she wondered if Hsu Peng had meant to visit her.

India : In The
Mountains by Ruth
Prawer Jhabvala
Exposition :

Pritam live alone on mountains in the Himalayas. Her mother was always cried
whenever she met her daughter. Pritam keep filled tea whenever her mother
finished it even knew that her mother doesnt like it. Her mother said that their
family will visit on Thursday. Pritam dont want her mother lived with her as her
mother will frighten about doctor Sahib.

Conflict :

Doctor Sahid comes to Pritams houses and happy to meet with her mother. They
had storied a lot while sitting in the garden. Pritams mother was surprised as she
knew that Pritam let Doctor Sahid spent all winter at her houses as she cannot
sleep well. They had storied about the person in the past.

Climax :

Today , Pritams family came. She prepared the lunch and out from the kitchen
when she heard they came. Soon , they all gathered to eat. Pritam was pleased

and proud when Bobby gives her a compliment. The mother went into her
bedroom as she wants to control her angriness. After a while , Pritam came see
her mother. Pritam thought that her mother was having dirty thought and the
mother denied it with a soft voice.

Falling Action :

Pritam went her favourite place and she was Bobby out from the houses , Pritam
threw a small stone towards him. They talked to each other they use to long time
ago. Bobby said that he want to live here as the place quite and perfect like what
he want. Soon , they went to a lake and had a serious conversation. Bobby told
that only with Pritam he can talk seriously. Pritam also told him about Doctor
Sahid.

Resolution :

They went back as they heard the voice calling for Pritam. Pritams family wants
to leave their houses going to Simla Pritam ask her mother did she want to follow
the others. Her mother refused to follow and want to stay. Pritam didnt want to
argue so she left her mother and going to tell the others. As they leaved , Pritam
threw the stones and it did hit the car. Then , she hit Doctor Sahids roof calling
him to come over for food.

Malawi : The Rubbish

Dump by Steve
Chimombo
Expositon :

Joey played with his toys. Then , he heard Mazambei came with his wheelbarrow
that full of rubbish. Suddenly , he heard the sound of aeroplanes engine pass
through the rooftops of the houses. He followed Mazambei to the rubbish pit as
he first met with Mazambei.

Conflict :

Joey wondered why Mazambei took so long so he followed Mazambei. He trying

to go nearer Mazambei but unlucky , he falls into something. Mazambei tried to
help out Joey refused and ran away. Joey loves to spend time on the airports
balcony whenever he was stressed. Mazambei gave him a toy plane. At first , he
refused but then he took it.

Climax :

Joey tried hide the plane from his mother and put it in his school bag. He lied to
his mother. Unlucky , his mother knew that he lied. Then , he obeyed his mother
as his mother asked him to help her. At night , his father back home in drunken
condition.

Falling Action :

Joey followed Mazambei as he thankes the old man for the plane. They kept
talking to each other until they reach at the rubbish pit.

Resolution :

Mazambei told Joey that all the rubbish had come from all over places in the
world mand from it he can knew the name of places. Joey told that he also had
the same thought as Mazambei got to back and Joey asked that they will meet
again tomorrow as Mazambei said yes.

South Africa :
Cardboard Mansions
by Farida Karodia

Exposition :

Dadi-Ma called over for Chotoo. Dadi-Mas family was only her youngest son ,
Sonny and her grandson , Chotoo. They live in the shanty house which was only
had a thin walls which had only thirty centimeters short from the ceiling.

Conflict :

Life was being difficult as Neela died three years ago and Sonny had lost his
jobs. Life got more difficult as when Sonny had to be in prison as he killing
someone. Mr .Naidoo always asked for the rent. They have to move away if they
didnt settle the rent.

Climax :

He asked as he heard that they need to move out from the house. Dadi-Ma
decided to go to Stranger , the place where her friend , Ratnadevi was her
bestfriend. Both of them were poor , but they hungry. They had to separate when
Sonny took her together.

Falling Action :

As they dont know want Mr.Naidoo to notice them , they left the shanty house
quietly. It was a long time drive as they need to ride train and then the bus before
arrived at Stranger. She asked the woman at the front of the bus as she saw a lot
of different at the place from then,

Resolution :

They kept looking for Ratnadevis house. They were at the right place but what
she can only saw was the big house not a small house. They sat down by the the
side of the road as they were tried. Suddenly , a woman came from one house.
Dadi-Ma was feeling really worried as the woman told her that the house that her
friend lived was no longer here as well as Chotoo that feeling really afraid thinling
about future.