SOALAN PERCUBAAN SPM 2017

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SECTION B CONTINOUS WRITING

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PERINGATAN BUAT GURU

1. SAMPLE ESSAY BUKAN HASIL NUKILAN SAYA TETAPI DIAMBIL DARI INTERNET DAN
DIUBAH SUAI.
2. MUNGKIN SESETENGAH SAMPLE ESSAY TIDAK BERSESUIAN DENGAN TAHAP PELAJAR.
MOHON GURU UBAH IKUT TAHAP PELAJAR
3. TIDAK SEMUA SOALAN DIPILIH DAN DICARI TERUTAMANYA NARRATIVE ESSAY.
KEBANYAKANNYA ADALAH KARANGAN FAKTA.
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MASIH BOLEH DIGUNAKAN. MOHON PERHATIAN DARI GURU SEBELUM DIBERIKAN
KEPADA PELAJAR
5. MAY ALLAH BLESS ALL YOUR HARD WORK AND EFFORT TO HELP YOUR STUDENTS.

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JOHOR EXAMINATION SHOULD BE BANNED. DO YOU AGREE

From primary school to the end of their tertiary education, students face the daunting task of
preparing for examinations every single year. So much time and emotion is poured into preparing for
examinations.

Advocates of the system contend that annual examinations are a good way of training children
for the stress of life after school - where deadlines and sales quotas need to be met, and work completed
methodically and with minimum fuss.Government examinations are also said to be the necessary
yardstick for measuring the capability of each person for further education or employment.

Yet, are examinations an accurate yardstick? A person's true abilities may not be shown by written
examinations. Take Winston Churchill, for example. He was a school dropout and yet he became one of
England's greatest statesmen, a national savior in World War II. Clearly, some talents and forms
of ingenuity go undetected in examinations.

Another problem related to our system of examinations is that teachers become too "exam-
orientated". They race through the syllabus so that they can cover everything in it in time for the
examinations regardless of whether their students have understood the material. The weaker students
often end up the victims in this race -- they are left far behind the rest of the class. They become more
and more discouraged as they understand less and less of the lessons, to the point that they hardly care
if they pass or fail. Sadly, this attitude will be carried with them into adult life.

What about the "swots"? Well, speaking as one, I confess that I often wonder whether it is worth
it. We rush from one tuition class to another and we spend most of our time studying for tests and
examinations, or doing our homework. All through the school semester, we only have one thought in
mind: to excel in the examinations. Is this really living?

A related point is that some students are so occupied with their studies that they do not develop
their potential in other fields. It is true that there are many clubs and societies in the school. However,
many students just do not have the time to make full use of these extracurricular activities. They have to
study, study, study. So, our emphasis on examinations is indirectly producing people who are only
trained to study and reproduce facts rather than well-rounded individuals.

In conclusion, while I realize that it will be impossible to do away with all examinations, I feel
that they should be given less importance within the school system. For example, instead of basing entry
qualifications on one examination, students should also be evaluated through the cumulative marks of
tests and assignments. Furthermore educationists, employers, parents and the students themselves should
always be reminded that the results of examinations are not equal to the sum of the net worth of the
individual.

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JOHOR DESCRIBE A BUSY EVENT IN SCHOOL AND HOW YOU FELT ABOUT IT

One day every year, we celebrate Teachers' Day in honour of the teachers who spend so much
time teaching us so many things.This year, Teachers' Day began with a school assembly in the hall where
the headmaster delivered a speech. After that we adjourned to our classes, not to have lessons, but to
enjoy ourselves.

My classmates gave a small party for the teachers who taught us. Each of us contributed a small
sum of money to buy cakes, drinks and other titbits. On that day we arranged the chairs and desks so
that they surrounded an empty space in the middle of the classroom.

So began a round of eating, drinking and playing games with the teachers. Most of the teachers
were very sporting and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. It was so different from having lessons.

The other classes gave parties too. So the teachers had to move from class to class and participate
in the fun. I would think that this was quite tiring on the part of the teachers but they managed it. After
all it was their day to enjoy and have fun.

One class even gave a short play for their teachers. I did not get to watch it as I was busy tidying
up the classroom after the party.

All in all it was a great day. The whole school was immersed in an atmosphere of gaiety. So
when the school bell rang for dismissal I felt a little sad that it should end, but end it must. The day was
over. It was a busy and hectic day but we went home happily.

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PERLIS ABSENCE MAKES THE HEART GROW FONDER

PERSONS, places, or things become dearer to us when they are not with us or within our reach. Something like
this also happened with the two siblings, Rania and Ramiz. Rania was two years older than Ramiz. Both of them
couldnt tolerate each other and kept on fighting without any reason. Their parents tried their best to create
an amicable relationship between them, but it seemed nothing had an effect on them.

One day, when the siblings had a fight, their parents had to take a serious step. It was night time when their
parents had gone to sleep. One after the other, the children crept into the kitchen and both started fighting for
the jar of cookies.
These cookies are mine. Dont you dare touch them, Rania said in a sharp tone.
Give it to me! Mum brought all these cookies for me! Ramiz shouted. They both started to snatch the jar
from each other so it slipped and fell on the kitchen floor. The jar broke into several pieces that spread all over
the floor, as a result, Ramiz accidently wounded his foot by stepping on one of the broken pieces of glass. He
started to cry loudly.

Their parents woke up with the cries of Ramiz and rushed to the kitchen. When they saw the kitchen floor all
messed-up and the injured Ramiz, they got very angry.
See what you both have done! their mum scolded. But both the siblings still didnt stop accusing each other.
It was all Ramizs fault, Rania said.
No, I also wanted to eat these cookies, Ramiz explained wiping tears from his eyes.
Thats enough. We dont want to listen to both of you now. Rania go to your room and Ramiz come with me.
See what you have done to your foot, father said in anger.

The parents thought for a solution to end all this nonsense forever. So the next morning, at the breakfast table,
their parents revealed the solution they were sending Ramiz to a boarding school to study. Ramiz didnt
want to go but his parents were firm. The news made Rania very happy. Thus, Ramiz was gone and Rania was
very excited and happy that now she was the only child in the house. The first two days for her were very
peaceful and enjoyable but, as time passed, she started to miss her younger brother. She felt very lonely and
depressed. She had no one to laugh or fight with.

After about a week, at the breakfast table, she requested her parents, Mum, dad please bring Ramiz back
home. The parents were astonished to hear Ranias words but didnt show it. Dad casually questioned, So
you want him back to fight again and make this house a battlefield?

No, I am not going to fight with Ramiz again, I promise dad, I have realised my mistakes as well. In fact, I am
going to take care of him and I promise to fulfil all my responsibilities as an elder sister. Please call him back, I
am missing him very much! Rania pleaded and started to cry. Ok, well think and see what we can do about
it, said her father. Rania was lost in thoughts all day, wondering if her parents would bring Ramiz back home
or not. She missed Ramiz even more.

The next day, when Rania woke up from sleep, she found her brother sitting on a nearby chair and smiling. She
couldnt believe her eyes! They gave each other a big hug and apologised for their mistakes. Ramiz had actually
not gone to a boarding school, he was at his aunts house and he went to school from there. As Rania was in a
different branch of the school, she never got to know about it. This was done to teach the siblings a lesson,
which they never forgot

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PERLIS HOW SOCIAL MEDIA HARMS OUR SOCIETY

Mass media, such as the Internet, social networking, have been integrated into peoples lives. In fact,
researches have shown that the number of adults and teenagers relying on mass media to gather information
or communicate with one another has increased exponentially in the last few years. There have been many
debates on whether mass media have a positive or negative effect on our lives.

The effect that mass media has had on socialization is one of the most controversial and debated effects
of mass media. Social networks are one example of mass media communication which has had a great impact
on our society; Facebook alone has reached more than 500 million users, 65% of whom are teenagers. The
reason for this is that there virtual platforms offer the so called third space (outside of the home and school),
which psychologists claim to be indispensible to teenagers in order to socialize and build up their personality.
The opportunity social networks offer is in fact a welcoming, more accessible third space, thanks to which
embarrassment and social differences are eliminated as obstacles to socialization.

On the other hand, mass media virtual communication is debated to represent a very unhealthy way
of socializing, and the impact it is having on our lives cannot be for the better. It has been reported that 3.22
hours per day are spent in average online by each social networks user; each one of these hours is an hour
spent alone, sitting behind a screen. Moreover, getting to know a person virtually is very difficult: factors such
as privacy, or even just the fact of not being physically exposed to the other person, induce people to create a
new online personality which often does not reflect them as a person. The result of this is the creation of
distance between the person and the world, an isolation in a virtual, imaginary character.

In my opinion, in an advanced and technologic world like ours, it would not be wise to not take
advantage of the opportunities mass media offer. The truth is that to maximize the positive changes of this
new technology we need to have, a balance between the virtual ad the real world. It is our choice.

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changing-our-lives-and-to-what-extent-for-the-better/

PERLIS THE IMPORTANCE OF READING

Reading has at all times and in all ages been a source of knowledge, of happiness, of pleasure and even
moral courage. In today's world with so much more to know and to learn and also the need for a conscious
effort to conquer the divisive forces, the importance of reading has increased. In the olden days if reading was
not cultivated or encouraged, there was a substitute for it in the religious sermon and in the oral tradition. The
practice of telling stories at bed time compensated to some extent for the lack of reading. In the nineteenth
century Victorian households used to get together for an hour or so in the evenings and listen to books being
read aloud. But today we not only read, we also want to read more and more and catch up with the events
taking place around us. The various courses and classes being conducted in rapid reading support this belief.

A person who is widely read is able to mix with others: he is a better conversationalist than those who
do not read. He can stand his ground. Reading broadens the vision. it is in a way a substitute for travel. It is not
possible to travel as much as one would like to and reading can fill in the gap created by the lack of travel.
"Reading", as Bacon wrote in his essay. 'Of Studies'. "maketh a full man: conference a ready man: and writing
an exact man". Thus a widely-read man is a better conversationalist and is able to see the other point of view.

Literature is a form of art which can cross barriers and if one does not know the language in which a
piece of literature is written, one is willing sometimes to learn the language. Even if one does not learn a
language one reads the literary work in translation. This contributes to the growth of understanding and
tolerance amongst people. Reading also helps one to see the present in relation to the past and the future, and
thus develop a historical perspective.

With the cinema and television taking up a great deal of attention of children, teenagers and even
adults, the habit of serious reading is dying out. People are content to read abridged versions. see films, go
through illustrated comics and be content. But just as reading should not become a substitute for the joy of
living or drive out the other forms of entertainment, other substitutes should not be accepted for the pleasure
of reading which lies in the act itself. One may be selective, may be discriminating but no one can afford to shut
himself off from this rich and ever-growing world of literature.

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KELANTAN WHY DO PEOPLE BULLY

Bullying is defined as an aggressive behavior that involves negative actions. Bullying happens when an
individual or more target a single individual and use behavior that has the intention to hurt that individual. Bullying
consists of verbal bullying, physical bullying, emotional bullying, sexual bullying, racial bullying and cyber bullying .
Some of the main reason people bully are peer pressure, mental behavior, and also family issues.

In to that, bullying is also caused by peer pressure. Nowadays, bullies are popular and are liked by the majority
of their peers around. Therefore, bullies do not want to be disliked. In fact, bullies with high popularity have the
pressure to keep up that image of themselves. Furthermore, according to Craig and Peplers study, peer-pressure
to strive for social acceptance can lead to bullying. According to studies, bullies normally make friends easier than
individuals who do not bully others. Bullies usually have at least a small group of friends or clan who support and
encourage them in bullying others. The peer pressure to accept people in life. In the need and pressure to be
accepted by others, individuals will do things that they would not usually do to other to be accepted.

Mental behavior is one of the main causes of bullying. It involves an imbalance of power and strength as most
of the bullies are physically aggressive and hot-headed. When bullies feel powerless and afraid, they are much more
likely to be aggressive, therefore they will always want to feel powerful and in control. They want to be dominant
and to be more noticeable to others. They may not even understand how wrong their behavior is. Most of the
bullies, see their own behavior as justified, they view violence in a positive way.. Moreover, bullies are normally
periodically emotional. They were once victims of bullies before.. This is because whenever a bully watches another
individual that appears weak, it disturbs his mind because it reminds him of himself causing him to take revenge on
individuals weaker than him.

Family issues are the main risk factors for bullying. Bullies normally live in homes situation where there is a
lack of warmth and little monitoring from their parents. By receiving attention and warmth from parents, children
tends to understand feelings of connectedness and empathy better as compassion and empathy seem to be bullies
main weakness. In addition, discipline also does contribute to bullying. Some parents might approach discipline
differently causing their children to be able to get away with bad behaviors. Parents might also be a little too
permissive in their daily life causing them to be unable to set limits on their children's behavior. Often, individuals
that grown up with harsh discipline is not aware that, although they may be softer than their parents were, they
are still bullying other individuals.

Bullying is a serious matter that can affect the ability of students to progress academically and socially . Peer
pressure, mental behavior, and also family issues are the main causes of bullying. As Richard L. Gross said, We are
all either bullies, bullied, or bystanders. Therefore, through good comprehensive intervention plan involving
everyone, there could be a reduction in bullying.

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KELANTAN TEENAGERS LIFE NOWADAYS IS GREATLY INFLUNCED BY SOCIAL MEDIA

Online social media have gained astounding worldwide growth and popularity which has led to attracting
attention from variety of researchers globally. Although with time all generations have come to embrace the
changes social network has brought about, teenagers and young adults are the most fanatic users of these sites.
According to various research studies in the field of online social networks, it has been revealed that these sites are
impacting the lives of the youth greatly. When using these sites such as Twitter, Facebook or MySpace, there are
both positive and negative effects on the youth.

It is inevitable to ignore the fact that nowadays social network plays an essential role in teenagers lives.
Most youths are spending at least an hour in these popular social media sites. Generally, 1 out of 7 minutes which
are spent online by most of those who can access internet is spent on Facebook according to Shea Bennett. One
may ask how spending all that time on the social media sites may have a positive impact on them. Well, social media
helps the youth and any other user updated with what is happening around the world, help the teenagers stay
connected and interact with each other even if they are many miles apart. This strengthens their relationship even
if they finished school and moved to different locations they stay connected and update one another.

In addition, social media sites have provided a platform whereby the youth can create groups and pages
based on their common discipline and end up building connections and opportunities for their respective careers
by updating various topics to discuss. Youth who have been interviewed they say that social media has become
their lifestyle and it makes their lives easier and efficient.

While on one hand social network sites seems to bring people together and connected on the other hand it
creates social isolation in regard to BBC News report. As the youth tend to spend many hours on these sites, they
rarely have face-to-face interaction. According various studies, scientists evaluation determined that social
isolation can lead to a host of emotional, psychological, physical and mental problems which include anxiety,
depression and somatic complaints among many others.

Other negative effects of social networking various people suggested included encouraging poor spelling
and grammar, exposing underage to online predators, allowing spread of misinformation that is perceived as fact,
decreasing productivity as those who are supposed to be working spend time in the sites to chat, provide a perfect
platform for cyber bullying and providing details that increase risks of identity theft.
 Social networking clearly portrays both positive and negative effects on the youth. It is decision of an
individual to make whether to continue using the sites or not.

KELANTAN SHOULD CHILDREN FOLLOW THEIR DREAMS OR FULFILL PARENTS WISHES

Young people are supposed to have a chance to make their own decisions and to live its consequences even
if it means failure because life is not about passing or failing its about learning from our mistakes and try not to
repeat them. After all we are humans and all humans make mistakes.

To have your kids be pleased with their job, whether it's park ranger, security guard, nurse, attorney, artist,
teacher, police officer, or the president of his country., as long as they enjoy their job, then they will generally have
happier, fuller lives. They won't have to complain about how their job is tiring, inflexible, or unstable. Instead, they
will lead great lives, at least in the career arena, and this good mood resulting from a good job will most likely lead
and positively affect other areas of their life. A parent's main goal is to make their kids feel happy and live a good
life, right? Therefore, let the kid be what they want to be, if that makes him/her pleased, and don't interfere with
it. Parents should allow their kids to follow their own path and find the career that is right for them

On the other hand, if a parent does not allow a child to be what they aspire or dream of being, that can
pressure the kid to please the parent, and end up getting a job they detests. If they try to butt in and change the
way the kid does something they will end up with a career they do not actually like and will end up quitting or never
getting anywhere with it. A parent may think that they should choose their children's career, but that will only lead
to the child being unhappy, possibly for their entire lives in a career that they did not choose, and did not want

In a nut shell , I think it is important to encourage children to aspire towards whatever they would like to be
and have a variety of different options to choose from. That way, they can end up getting a satisfactory job, if not a
dream job.

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SELANGOR WHAT ARE THE WAYS TO STAY SAFE ON THE ROAD

Why think of road safety at all? It is because of the accidents that occur everyday on the road, in which all
sorts of vehicles and human beings and even animal are involved. These accidents mean loss of life and loss of
property and more often than not obstruction to traffic. In this age of speed and fast moving vehicles and with the
congestion on roads, these accidents have became almost an everyday affair. So unless everybody is educated on
the importance of road safety, the loss and the sorry spectacles cannot be avoided.
 Prevention is better than cure. This holds good even in the matter of road accidents. Accidents are due to
many causes and may occur under different circumstances. The simplest but at the same time dangerous perhaps
is people slipping down on the road caused by an orange or a banana peel. Without meaning any harm, quite
innocently a person may throw away the orange peel or the banana skin on the road or the sidewalk. When a
person, walking briskly, steps on, it he or she will slip down ending in fracture of bones and sometimes even more
dangerous than that. So people must take care they do not throw the pealings on the road but should deposit them
in a dust-bin. In some countries the offenders are severely punished. The second cause of accident is due to careless
crossing in busy roads. While crossing one must look to the right and left for moving vehicles and then cross.

Road safety is a matter of education in which the school can play a significant role. Through scouting, Red
Cross and social education classes, children can be taught the importance of observing the rules of the road.
Children must be taught their limbs and lives are very valuable and they must not take risk, especially when leaving
the school. As soon as the bell goes children rush out and accidents do happen. Under the circumstances the
teachers must feel it their duty to regulate the traffic near the school. The police can cooperate with the school in
this respect.

To make the people road conscious, the mass media can play a useful role. The newspaper, the wall poster
and the cinema and now the TV come in handy. Shots in the cinema or TV emphasizing the importance of road
safety can be highlighted. There may be speeches over the radio by the police officials. During peak hours in
crowded areas, the police may direct the traffic and ask people to keep to their lanes.

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SELANGOR HOW DO YOU SPEND YOUR HOLIDAYS MEANINGFULLY

Holidays are always welcome. Who can deny that? After a term of school-work, one eagerly looks forward
to the holidays and yearns for them. But when the holidays come, many find it boring. After the first flush is over,
many find it hard to spend time. It is all because they don't plan for a holiday.

It may be quite useful to plan for a holiday. But how one is going to spend them depends on one's facilities.
As for me I cannot afford to spend money on long trips visiting places and seeing things. Still I plan always for the
holidays. The following is one such plan.
 I will attend to some arrears of school work like copying of notes, getting the records up to-date and so on.
Exercises which were not done in the class will be completed. I will go to the library regularly, both in the morning
and evening and do some useful supplementary reading. After all one cannot always be reading. For a change I
attend to some garden work. I am keen on gardening. It may be preparing the soil for a new plant or weeding out
grass; it may be pruning the fence. The plants require regular watering, that I shall do myself. Now I have made up
my mind to learn chess. I have already bought chessmen and a board for that. I will try to answer the problems on
chess given in the newspapers. It is not always work for me. When I feel I must have a change, I mingle with my
friends and enjoy some time in fun and frolic.

This time I want to learn some trade. I have made up my mind to learn watch repairing. So, I shall go and sit
in the watch maker's shop. My father has promised to introduce me to one. I think it will take a good part of my
time and it will fit me up to be a watch maker and repairer. Not that I want to take it as a profession but it is worth
knowing such a trade.

I have drawn up a very big plan but it remains to be seen how far I can fulfill it

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SELANGOR CYBERBULLYING HAS BECOME RAMPANT

Cyberbullying is when people attack other people on the Internet through social networking sites like
Facebook, Twitter, Myspace, etc. Cyberbullying is very serious and can lead to teens being self-destructive.
Facts for teens stated that nearly 50 percent of teens have been bullied online before. Thats half of us. Nine
out of ten teens have gotten their feelings hurt online. There is just too many of us being affected by
Cyberbullying. We have to do something.

Facts for teens also stated that girls are way more likely to be victims of cyberbullying.This makes sense
because girls tend to have more drama, this concerns me because girls aren't strong enough to handle all of
the insults like guys are. Girls are more emotional and sensitive.

Cyberbullying can lead to anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts. Once things are posted on the Internet,
they are there forever. Like for example, a picture that was posted of my friend a while back was recently
posted all over facebook. She was truly hurt.
Sixty percent of parents say they know the kids in their community are being bullied on social networks such
as Facebook and MySpace. (Cyberbullying) My question is, has anyone out of that sixty percent tried to do
anything to stop the bullying? I bet only a couple have, because Cyberbullying still goes on daily. One of the
most shocking facts would have to be that one million kids were harassed, threatened, or subjected to other
forms of cyberbullying on facebook in the past year!(cyberbullying) Thats devastating. One million is an awful
lot of kids. This number really needs to be decreased. The age range of kids being bullied online is nine
through sixteen.(Cyberbullying) Nine years old! A nine year old can barely handle simple daily tasks; imagine
them trying to deal with being bullied over the Internet almost daily. Its very upsetting to think about.

Most of the bullying is done via instant messaging. It is proven by statistics that cyberbullying decreases kids
self-esteem. (Cyberbullying) Self-esteem is very important. A person is just incomplete without it. Middle
school students are the most likely to commit suicide.(Cyberbullying) Middle school students are very young.
Just think about your little brother or sister thinking about killing their selves. Or if youre a parent, think
about your son or daughter trying to take their lives away. (Cyberbullying)Sexting is also a version of cyber
bullying.(Cyberbullying) Many times, when girls send nude pictures to guys, they somehow get out, and the
girls nudes are quickly exposed on social networks. Think about the unbearable embarrassment that those
girls are feeling.

Only 51 percent of kids say that they dont think about the repercussions that would come with saying hurtful
things to people on the Internet. We have got to somehow get kids to understand how important it is to think
before you type mean things on the Internet.

I Safe.org stated that fifty eight percent of kids admit that they have not told a parent/adult about being
insulted online. It seems like kids are afraid to speak up about being cyber bullied. They are probably scared
of being called a snitch, or being bullied even more. Its important that we let kids/teens know that they
shouldn't be afraid to let someone know. An adult is more powerful than a kid or teen.
This can be put to a stop. If you see someone being cyber bullied when youre online, say something. You
could seriously save someones life. Dont be selfish. Will being popular matter when the person you saw
being cyber bullied takes their life away? Think before you post! It is very important to do so. You never
know how much of a negative impact your post could be on someone. Be cautious. Is your hurtful post worth
risking someones life?

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SARAWAK DOES SCHOOL PREPARE US FOR LIFE ?

The school days are crammed with facts and figures, encompassing various subjects ranging from English
to Mathematics. All of these require students to learn, memorise, understand and to be tested. Besides grades
and examinations, the school also encompasses a wider curriculum including character moulding, citizenship
building and personality development. Indeed, I think the school does prepare us for life.

Firstly, the school teaches us self-discipline. We learn to keep to a schedule and to adhere to the
timetable. We also learn to appreciate time and to be punctual. Moreover, we are trained to plan and manage
time wisely. We also abide by and respect rules and regulations. The disciplined students will grow up to be
disciplined adults and they will do well in their future undertakings.

The school also helps to fortify our determination and perseverance. We learn to fulfil the demands of the
school. We also learn to meet deadlines and hand in the homework on time. Moreover, we learn to face stress
and pressure. In school, students learn to overcome challenges. Students with strength of character will be well-
prepared to face the challenges of work and life in the future.

Co-curricular activities are part and parcel of a students life. They help to mould students character and
personality so that students learn to be confident. They help to hone the leadership qualities in the students
themselves. Students learn to work together and co-operate with others. They also learn to appreciate good
values like esprit de corps. Students learn to contribute positively and to put their best foot forward besides to
take success and failure in their stride. We as the students learn to honour values of sportsmanship and fair play.
Through co-curricular activities, students also learn loyalty, commitment and responsibility. When they grow up,
they will work well as a team with others and committed in serious work.

in short, school does prepare us for life. It helps to nurture and to build strong character in ourselves. School
also prepares students with the necessary tool so that students can fit into society and contribute positively to the
nation and people in future.

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SARAWAK WATCHING TELEVISION IS NOT BENEFICIAL FOR STUDENTS.

The pros and cons of watching television

One topic that has always been controversial is whether television is good or bad for us. Many parents have
condemned television as being nothing more than an `idiot box', while others have spoken much about the benefits
of television. I believe that the truth lies somewhere in between. While watching television does have many
benefits, it also has some drawbacks.
The main benefit of watching television is that it enables us to learn new things. Programs such as National
Geographic supply us with a lot of information about nature, history, culture and science, while others, like CNN,
provide us with news of what is happening around the world. Watching drama series is actually quite educational
too as it shows us human behavior, the effects of common social problems such as family breakups, alcoholism and
racial discrimination and how to deal with such issues. Besides educational value, television also provides us with
entertainment right in our homes. It is a convenient and an inexpensive way to spend some of our leisure time.

Although television can be beneficial, watching television also has its drawbacks. One of these drawbacks is
that watching television makes us less healthy if we spend too many hours on it. While watching television, most
people are sitting down or otherwise relaxing. Furthermore, people tend to snack when they watch television. The
lack of exercise and additional calories from unhealthy snacks can lead to weight gain and even obesity.

Another problem with television is that not all the programs are good for the viewers and especially young
viewers. Some of the modern shows portray negative values like selfishness, cruelty, vanity, jealousy, dishonesty
and even vengefulness and hatred. Desperate Housewives and Mean Girls are two examples of such shows. These
shows seem to say that gossiping, taking revenge and having extramarital affairs are normal and acceptable. They
may influence young people who watch them to do the same. That is why parents and adults should ensure that
children only watch programs with positive values.

To conclude, watching television does have both pros and cons. It is up to us to choose what we watch
carefully and only watch in moderation, so that we may enjoy the benefits without risking the drawbacks.

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NEGERI SEMBILAN FAILURE IS THE STEPPING STONE TO SUCCESS- WRITE ABOUT SOMEONES EXPERIENCE THAT
REFLECTS THIS

Tony Fernandes is synonymous with Air Asia. At the age of 36, he quit as vice-president of Warner Music
Group in Southeast Asia and purchased, with three partners, ailing Malaysian airline Air Asia. As CEO, he has used a
combination of low costs, low fares and an open and informal management style to turn it into Asia's biggest low-
cost carrier.

Tony is candid, friendly and outspoken. When he came up with the idea of purchasing the airline, he told his
wife 'I really believe in this.' He felt there was a huge untapped market in Asia - millions of people wanted to fly but
could not afford it. Here is Tony's account of his recipe for success.
 `Many friends cautioned me. They told me I would fail. I simply told them this: If I fail, I fail. At least I won't
be sitting and saying, when I am 60 years old, "I should have tried".'

`Don't be frightened of failing because then you'll never start and if you fail, try again,' he advises. At Warner,
Tony had spent a fortune on Malaysian singer Zainal Abidin's second album which flopped. `That didn't stop me
from pushing on with my work, my dreams.'He is always delighted when he receives a lot of letters from people
saying that he has inspired them, that they are going to try something different. `That really spurs me on.'

Don't be afraid of making mistakes. If you don't make mistakes, you'll never learn. But when you do mess
up, be the first to admit it. Don't try to cover yourself. Once in a while I do this too. For example, when I insisted Air
Asia fly from Kuala Lumpur to Penang four times a day, even though Malaysian Airlines flew the same route 12
times a day. He realized he couldn't compete against the buses. The buses pick you up and drop you off right in the
middle of each city. They get people to Penang faster. With airlines, one has to go to the airport and then back from
the airport to the city. I just said, 'Sorry guys. I messed up. It's my fault, I was wrong.' I even said sorry to my pilots
when a merit system for awarding bonuses to pilots backfired. The pilots were unhappy and made no secret of it.
They really appreciated my apologies.

When I was growing up, my parents wanted me to be a doctor like my father. After my failing in physics and
chemistry due to zero work for my A levels, my parents realized they couldn't force me to do anything I didn't want
to. My first love was always music and my dream was to own a record company. But I'm realistic. I knew I could
never raise enough money to compete with the likes of Warner and Sony. So, no matter what you love, you've got
to be a realist. I believe that most of us fail in certain aspect in our life. That failure in the stepping stone to success.

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N.SEMBILAN MY PROBLEMS AS A TEENAGERS AND HOW I DEALT WITH THEM.

Make a speech in the topic of the contest 'Social ills among teenagers'.

Good evening, honorable judges, teachers and friends.

I am glad to have been given this opportunity to talk to you today. The title of my speech is 'Social ills among
teenagers'. A lot has been said about the deviant behavior of teenagers. Our education system, the media,
teenagers themselves and their parents have been blamed. here is no need to point an accusing finger at any
particular group, but keeping mum over the issue is tantamount to condoning it. Our youths are our most valuable
assets. They are the future leaders of the nation. The harm has already been done and it is now up to us to undo it.
 One of the main reasons why our youths go astray may be the lack of parental supervision. Nowadays, both
parents go out to work. Children are left in the care of foreign maids and child-minders. As a result, they are faced
with the threat of the disintegration of the family values and thus, the rising trend in social ills and crimes among
teenagers. Parents should closely monitor the activities of their children and be understanding.

When parents are often too busy pursuing their own careers to spare some thought for the welfare of their
children, children grow up with little religious or moral guidance. When they do not get love and attention at home,
they seek attention from others who may or may not come from similar backgrounds. Thus, the social ills affecting
our youth may be a reflection of a much larger problem, such as the disintegration of the family unit.

Ladies and gentlemen, the media may also play a part in the moral degradation among teenagers. Television
programs which show violence and sex and glorify other negative aspects should be restricted. There should also
be stricter enforcement of the ban on pornographic material.

Teenagers with little or nothing to do during their spare time usually take to the streets. Therefore,
recreational facilities such as those found in sports complexes should be available to all youths. at present, existing
recreational facilities seem to either be exclusively for the rich or for older people. the establishment of teen clubs
and community centers, that do not charge high fees and that specially target teenagers, should be given top
priority.

In conclusion, ladies and gentlemen, everyone, including religious, educational and social institutions, as
well as individuals and the media, must cooperate with the authorities to combat the social ills afflicting our
teenagers. It is important that people, especially youths, do not get into the rut of moral decay. There should be a
thorough study of the problem before a proper strategy can be mapped out to channel our youths towards healthier
lifestyles.

Thank you for your kind attention and have a nice day.

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WRITE A STORY ENDING WITH 'I WAS GLAD THE DAY HAD COME TO AN END.'

The landslide occurred at 6 a.m. just as we were getting ready for school. We heard a loud rumbling sound
coming from the direction of the hill slopes. Although we rushed to the balcony of our apartment on the tenth floor,
we could not see anything. The whole area was enveloped in bleak darkness. I knew that the heavy rain during the
past week must have taken its toll on the hill slopes. I pushed the thought to the back of my mind and went about
having my breakfast.
By the time we got ready for school, Dad called out to us. We rushed to the balcony where Dad was standing. The
sun was already up and in the dazzling brightness, we could see boulders the size of bulldozers resting at the foot
of the slopes. A neighbor informed us that a major landslide had occurred. We rushed to the basement. We saw
that rescue workers were already there and were removing buried vehicles from the rubble. The landslide had also
cut off the only road to town.

Office workers and school children were left stranded. We were not allowed to go anywhere near the area
where the rescue work was in progress. We could not do anything but stand and watch helplessly. There was also
a power failure which meant that we had to suffer the heat and on top of it, could not watch television.

During the initial stages, we were told that the residents from the two apartment blocks may have to be
evacuated. This caused residents a great deal of anxiety. Later, when the police, firemen and various authorities
met, they decided against the evacuation. Everyone was relieved.

We spent the whole day just watching the rescue workers at work. We prayed silently that the whole episode
would soon be over. We were told to go back to our apartments and remain there until further notice. Later that
night, we were told that the access road had been cleared and that there were no casualties or massive damage to
property. We all heaved sighs of relief when we heard this. Mum led us in saying a thanksgiving prayer. We had a
lot to be thankful for. As I got ready to go to bed that night, I recollected the events that occurred that day. I was
glad the day had come to an end.

DESCRIBE A JOURNEY ON A TRAIN

I experienced my first train journey just last year when my parents took us all to Penang for a holiday. We
arrived at the Kuala Lumpur Railway Station at 7.00 a.m. to catch the 7.30 express train to Butterworth. Crowds had
started gathering at the ticketing counter to buy tickets and there were long queues. Fortunately, we had bought
our tickets two days earlier, so we went straight to the platform. There, we waited for the train and saw many
people rushing to the platform. Children were running about happily. We quickly bought some magazines, mints
and chocolates.

The train finally arrived and we scrambled into our coach to get to our seats. I was lucky to get a good seat
near the window. At last, the guard blew the whistle and the train moved slowly and pulled out of the station. I felt
thrilled at that very moment and I enjoyed the jerky movement and the new experience.

There were friendly passengers all around and soon we started talking and joking among ourselves. The
scenery outside was interesting and varied. Trees, bushes, rice-fields and farmers' huts flashed past us and we were
greeted by village children waving and smiling at us happily. I also saw vegetable farms with rows and rows of long
beans, chilies and brinjals.

After about three hours, I felt sleepy and dozed off in spite of the rattling sound of the wheels. Suddenly,
there was a jerk and the train came to a halt. The engines hissed and the brakes squeaked. I woke up with a start
and looked out of the window. We had reached a station. Three minutes later, the train started moving again and
accelerated gradually until it was traveling at a constant speed. I spent the rest of the journey reading as the initial
excitement had gone.
 Finally, the train jerked to a complete stop. We had at last reached our destination. We disembarked and
walked a short distance to board the ferry to the island of Penang. It had been a very pleasant journey, one I could
look forward to on our return to Kuala Lumpur.

MY PERFECT FUTURE HUSBAND OR WIFE

A popular saying goes, "Marriage involves three rings: the engagement ring, the wedding ring, and the
suffering."

If it is commonly felt that marriage is so difficult, why do most people wish to get married? Probably,
the instinct to find a mate is inherent in human beings; and I am no exception. Somehow, I believe that there
is someone out there who was made specially for me, and, once I find him, we will fall in love, and get married;
and only then will I feel complete. So, how will I recognise my Mr Right? What qualities should I be looking for?

First of all, I am not looking for "Mr Tall, Dark and Handsome". Character is more important than looks.
I cannot deny that I am attracted to good-looking boys, but marrying solely for physical attraction will probably
lead to short term pleasure but life-long regret. I have also noticed that handsome boys are often vain and
arrogant, which I find most unattractive. One of the main things that I admire in a man is humility. Such a man
will not boast about his wealth, intelligence or achievements, but, instead appreciate other people's abilities
and achievements. He will also readily admit when he has made a mistake. Such a man would be a joy to live
with.

Good communication is the key to any solid relationship, most of all, marriage. I would want my future
husband to share his thoughts with me. I want to hear his dreams and to share in his struggles. On the other
hand, I will also need someone who will be ready to listen to me, and interested to know what is happening in
my life. There should be no secrets between us.

Life is full of challenges. We can expect to face failure as well as success; heartache as well as joy;
boredom as well as excitement. So, the perfect husband should have a positive attitude and a good sense of
humour. He should be witty and say things which make me laugh. The perfect husband would also be one who
can see the silver lining behind every cloud, rather than focus on the flaws in every situation. With such a man,
I will be encouraged to look at life in a happier and more positive way.

Above all other qualities, the perfect husband will be faithful. He must be someone who really believes
in that marriage is made to last "till death do us part". He will be totally committed to our relationship, and
willing to stay for the long haul, "in sickness and in health, for better or for worse"; as couples promise in the
wedding vows. The perfect husband would not be distracted by other women; not even when I have lost my
looks. He would be a "one woman man". In return, I will also promise my total loyalty and faithfulness to my
future husband.

Actually, there are many other qualities that make a man perfect husband material. For example, one
obvious quality would be the ability to provide; and, though it is not the most important quality, physical
attraction must be a part of the equation for a marriage to work well. However, while it is easy to make lists,
finding a man to live up to them will be very difficult. Furthermore, instead of focusing on my requirements for
the perfect husband, I think I should recognise my own imperfections, and set about correcting them. As
Barnett Brickner said, "Success in marriage does not come merely through finding the right mate, but through
being the right mate."

DESCRIBE ABOUT AN INTERESTING PERSON

Everyone in my school has heard of Five Kenari or 5K, my class. There are thirty-five of us, boys and girls who
are very different in appearance and character. But 5K is famous mainly because of one of my classmates, Petra
Simon, who is the most interesting person in my class.

People do not usually notice Petra when they first enter our class. This pint-sized classmate of mine sits in
the first row. She has very short, dark brown hair that is styled like a boy's. She is Eurasian but she is often mistaken
for a Chinese. She looks solemn most of the time but she has a beautiful smile. Her eyes are her most striking
features. They are bright and inquisitive and make her look mischievous.

In fact, Petra is very intelligent. She sails through every test without seeming to study very hard. She is likable
because she is humble, helpful and kind. Whenever anyone needs help, with a Mathematics problem for example,
we would ask Petra. She is such a patient teacher. She also has a good sense of humour. Her laughter is infectious.
When she laughs, the whole class also bursts into laughter.

Petra has a special talent. She can mimic anyone. It could be a teacher, another student, a famous singer or
even a cartoon character. Petra only needs to observe the target for a short while and she can act and sound exactly
like that person or character. She can even change her voice to sound like a man's! Once, she startled us by speaking
like Darth Vader, the character in Star Wars. Our history lessons are never boring because Petra can act like any
historical figure. Other classes are simply green with envy. Students often peep through our windows to try and see
Petra in action.

To conclude, there is never a dull moment when Petra is around. Class 5K is the most interesting class in the
school because of Petra. Not only is she talented but she is also a wonderful person. I am so fortunate to be in the
same class as Petra

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DESCRIBE THE STEPS THAT ARE TAKEN TO PROMOTE TOURISM IN THE COUNTRY

Tourism is an important source of income to Malaysia. It is a good money-spinner because Malaysia is

blessed with beautiful scenery, historical spots, sandy beaches and its famous Malaysian hospitality. These
assets have been fully-utilized by our government to promote tourism.
The Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Sports plays a major role in promoting Malaysia to tourists overseas.
Malaysia used to be little known in many countries overseas but now with much advertising in the mass media,
people have begun to consider Malaysia as the next destination for their vacation. The prominent nationwide
effort at promoting Malaysia is in the form of "Visit Malaysia Year" which was organized in 1991, 1994 and will
be held again in 1996. Cultural shows and oral fests are part of the program for the "Visit Malaysia Year". These
events are crowd-pullers.

Our country aims for a constant flow of tourists into the country, instead of spurts in numbers which
coincide with events like the "Visit Malaysia Year". This is shown by efforts at developing certain locations as
tourist destinations within the country. Examples are Pulau Langkawi, Pulau Pinang, Mount Kinabalu in Sabah
and Mulu Caves in Sarawak. The organization of tour packages is largely responsible for attracting tourists.
Without organized tours, tourists waste time arranging accommodation and transport. Travel agencies have
caught the idea and have many tour packages for various tourist spots in the country.

The income generated by the tourism industry would not be great if tourists come just once. To ensure
that tourists make Malaysia a regular destination for their yearly vacations, there have been efforts by all
quarters concerned to improve the necessary facilities. The government has built roads and highways to save
traveling time from one spot to another. Hotels and tourist resorts offer special room rates during holiday
seasons. They also have food fests which feature favorite Malaysian food like satay and laksa. Handicraft shops
are situated at convenient spots so that tourists can bring home with them mementos of their memorable visit
to Malaysia.

Even the Malaysian on the street is ever ready to give a friendly Malaysian smile which makes tourists
feel at home. And which brings them back again and again

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THE IMPORTANCE OF HOMEWORK

Homework is a major part of every student's life. However, many dislike homework, as it keeps them from
doing what they want at home. Often, students will make excuses to avoid doing any homework. However, homework
actually plays a very important role in education for a number of reasons.

Firstly, homework gives students practice in what they have learnt in class. Without this additional practice,
students will usually forget what they have learnt. The extra work will also enable students to find out if they have
understood what was taught during the lesson. When the teacher marks the homework, the teacher will also be able
to check if a student needs help with a certain topic or concept. If a student has difficulty with a subject, it will be
detected from his homework and the student can receive help before it is too late.

Another benefit of homework is that it keeps students occupied in a productive activity. Without homework,
students will have a lot of time on their hands after school. They would most likely spend their time on things which
they enjoy but are not beneficial, such as playing computer games and watching television. Homework ensures that
students do some studying, which will help them do better in examinations. Otherwise, their time would be wasted
on unproductive and even unhealthy pastimes.

Besides, homework is important because it promotes self-discipline. Homework is usually done at home
where there is no supervision by teachers. Unless students have strict parents who monitor what they do, it is up to
the students to decide when to do the work or even whether to complete the task or not. With this, students would
slowly become more used to the idea of doing independent work without someone breathing down their necks.
This value will serve them well in the future, especially during work, where the ability to do independent work is a
prized skill.

To conclude, homework plays a very important role in education, even though students like to complain about
it. It provides students with valuable practice in what they have learnt, it provides students with a productive way to
spend some of their time and it builds self-discipline. It is clear then that students should not be lazy and should do
their homework diligently.

WRITE A STORY BEGINNING WITH: 'I COULD HEAR FOOTSTEPS FOLLOWING ME...'

I could hear footsteps following me. I stopped and turned to see who it was. The dim street lamp did
not allow me to see far and it looked like I was alone. I could not hear anything other than my heart thudding
away. Was it my imagination?

I was returning home after a late music lesson. My parents were attending a neighborhood watch meeting so
I had to get home on my own. The distance from my music teacher's house to my home was just
500 meters. The street was darker than I had expected but I was not very worried about the short walk home.
I was busy thinking about my upcoming music exam when I became aware that I was being followed.

I continued on my way, alert for any sound. There it was again, the sound of someone walking behind
me. Fear gripped me and I hurried on. My house was just around the corner. I decided to run. To my horror,
whoever was following me began to run too. I glanced behind me and saw a dark figure catching up with me.
The next instant, I ran into a dustbin by the road and fell flat on my front. I felt a hand grip my arm and I
screamed in panic. The hand released my arm and I pushed myself off the ground, getting ready to run again.
I found myself looking at a startled young lady dressed in a dark tracksuit.

Next moment, there was a rush of footsteps and someone calling my name. To my astonishment, my
parents appeared together with a few people I recognized as our neighbors.

The young lady who looked anxious at first now seemed as relieved as me. We were all shepherded to
our house which was just two doors away. As my mother put ointment on the bruises on my arms and legs, I
was asked to explain why I ran away from Jagdeesh, the young lady. After listening to me, Jagdeesh laughed.
She told us that she was new to the neighborhood. She had gone jogging that evening. On the way home, she
was walking behind me when she heard footsteps followingher and she decided to run when she saw me run.
It turned out that what she had heard was the neighborhood watch group patrolling the street. When I fell, she
went to help me up, which unfortunately led to my screaming out in fear.
 The night ended with us having supper together. Indeed, it was a strange introduction to the
neighborhood for Jagdeesh. However, after that, we became firm friends.

WRITE A STORY BEGINNING WITH : 'THE WHOLE CLASS BURST OUT LAUGHING ...'

The whole class burst out laughing as Mohi rushed into the classroom. He was a strange sight. His half-
buttoned white shirt revealed a red striped pyjama top underneath, and instead of white school shoes, he had
on a pair of bright green sandals that were two sizes too big. The physics teacher's hand froze in the middle of
writing a formula on the blackboard. Mohi mumbled, Sorry, teacher,' and scuttled to his seat. Mr Tan glared at
the rest of the students. The chuckles quickly subsided. Mohi's classmates always looked forward to Mondays.
Nine times out of ten, they would be entertained by Mohi's late arrival and his odd appearance which usually
included inappropriate clothing. That day, it was the pyjama top and the green sandals.

Mohi lived just a street away from the school. He walked to school daily. Students passing by in buses
would yell his name in unison just to see him jump and stop in his tracks. When he spotted the merry bunch in
the bus, he would wave good-naturedly. Although Mohi was likeable, he was too lost in his own thoughts to
make friends. His classmates found him amusing but they ignored him most of the time. Only Hamed, who sat
next to Mohi, tried to be his friend.

The following Monday, Mohi did not turn up at school. His classmates were a little disappointed but
quickly forgot about him. After school, Hamed decided to walk over to Mohi's house to check on him. As he
approached the gate, he could hear violin music. Mohi must be listening to music, he thought. The gate was
not locked. Hamed let himself in. He called Mohi's name a few times but there was no response. The music
played on. Hamed peered in through a window. His eyes widened in surprise. In the middle of the living room,
Mohi was playing the violin. His eyes were closed in concentration as he drew the bow over the strings expertly.
He played flawlessly, so much so that it sounded like a recording. Hamed left quietly.

When Teacher's Day came around, Hamed had a plan. It was the tradition of the school to have a
concert for the teachers. Every class had to contribute an item. Hamed convinced the class to let Mohi perform.
Short of ideas, the class agreed. On the day of the concert, both the teachers and students were surprised to
see the school's clumsiest student walking on stage with a violin. When he started to play, the audience fell
silent. Jaws dropped. As the last note ended, there was a moment of silence. Then the audience erupted into
thunderous applause. Mohi became a sensation and had many fans in his final year of school.

Today, Mohi and Hamed are the best of friends. Mohi is on a scholarship pursuing music in Austria.
Some days, he still arrives to class wearing an inside-out shirt or a pair of mismatched shoes.

WRITE A STORY ENDING WITH : '... WE SHOOK HANDS AND BECAME FRIENDS.'
 The house next door had been empty for more than a year. Then one day, workmen arrived and started
to clean and paint the place. My siblings and I were curious about who would be moving in.

We did not have long to wait. A week after the house was spruced up, a lorry arrived. We watched with
interest as the movers carried the furniture into the house. The furniture looked expensive. Our new

neighbours must be wealthy people. However, it never occurred to us four children that rich people
may not be interested in befriending us. Our house badly needed a new coat of paint. We were clean and tidy
- most of the time - but our clothes were clearly old and worn. Father drove an old car that we could hear
coming down the road long before it was in sight. We were simple, ordinary people.

When the new occupants arrived in a big and shiny car, we jostled one another to get a good look at
them from our bedroom window. Mother had forbidden us from hanging around our gate. She said our
new neighbours needed privacy, whatever that was. A beautifully dressed lady got out of the car. To
our delight, we saw a boy and a girl about our age following her into the house. They did not look excited to
move into their new home though. That did not deter us from wanting to get to know them.

The next evening, we were playing hide-and-seek in the garden when we spotted the boy and the girl
watching us. My siblings and I went to the fence that separated our gardens. My eldest brother Kian called to
the pair. They looked at us unsmilingly. Their mother appeared next, took one look at us and shooed the two
into the house. We were disappointed to have such snooty neighbours. We decided to leave them alone after
that.

It was two weeks later that we heard screams coming from next door late one night. Father picked up
a stick and ran over to the house. Man followed suit. They found the boy and the girl weeping beside their
mother who was lying at the bottom of the staircase where she had fallen. She was unconscious. Father called
for an ambulance which arrived within minutes and took the patient to the hospital. Father brought the
children back to our house. Mother fed them some hot soup to calm their nerves. The children, whose names
were Vin and Nora, told us that they had just returned from Indonesia. Their father was still there. Father
helped them to contact their father who assured them he would catch a plane and join them as soon as
possible.

Vin and Nora stayed the night with us. My sister and I had to give up our room to them but we did not
mind. Before they went to bed, we shook hands and became friends.
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WRITE A STORY WITH THE ENDING, 'BUT IT WAS TOO LATE FOR REGRETS.'

Samuel was optimistic about getting the job. The managing director who interviewed him sounded
encouraging when he told Samuel that he would be contacted in the next few days.
 The following Saturday, Samuel and his friends went out to celebrate. Samuel had indeed got the job,
his very first after graduating with honors in Economics from the national university. His other friends had also
obtained jobs. They could not contain their joy and elation.

Samuel's father lent him his car for the evening. After dinner, the happy group of five young men
adjourned to a club to talk, listen to music and drink. They felt proud that they were now of legal age to drink.
Although Samuel was the designated driver that night, he did not refuse alcoholic drinks. It was past midnight
when they decided to leave the club and go home.

Walking unsteadily to the car, Samuel and his friends sang, slapped one another on the shoulders and
talked a lot of nonsense, their speech slurred. Samuel sped down the road, not thinking or seeing clearly. When
he saw the motorcyclist in front of him, it was too late. His car hit the motorcyclist with such great impact that
the poor man flew several meters into the air and landed head-first on the street. The motorcyclist died on the
spot.

When Samuel recovered from his minor injuries the next morning and found out what had happened,
he wished that he were dead. One of his friends had serious injuries while the others had escaped unscathed.

All of them had to appear in court for encouraging drunk driving. Samuel was sentenced severely for
manslaughter and driving under the influence of alcohol. But it was too late for regrets.