Listening Exercises for form 4 and form 5 SPM
- 2. You will hear a girl, Fiona, talking about her recent job interview. For questions 1 to 10, fill in the missing information in each numbered space. Use NO MORE THAN ONE WORD for each space. You will hear the recording twice. Answer all questions.
- 3. Fiona has just completed an online interview and felt that it went quite well. Albeit being nervous, she managed to give her response _____________(1). She would be informed of the results via _______________(2) in about a week’s time. If she makes the cut, then she will have two more interview rounds to go through. The second would be done online again and the third would take place at the language school in ______________(3). The school would cover the cost of the ______________(4) for her face-to-face interview if that happens. The school where Fiona applied for a job at is a renowned language school in China. She was informed by the interviewer that as many as 300 applied for the very same ________________(5) she is hoping to get. Fiona has some ________________(6) tutoring English to secondary school students during her university years. She even managed to secure teaching jobs to pay for her stay during her sojourns around Europe after graduation. She taught in cities like Paris, Berlin and London. Fiona’s Job Interview
- 4. She got ready for the interview by reading up about the language school that she was applying for. She found the school website to be a great ____________(7) of information. She also got her CV ready and read up common interview questions online. She even persuaded her brother to do a ______________(8) interview so that she would have some awareness of what to expect. On the day of the interview, she suited up and wore make-up. Fiona chose China because it was a place she has not _______________(9) to before. As she is also proficient in Mandarin, she thought that Beijing would be a good place to kick-start her English language teaching _________________(10).
- 5. Answers Part 4 (Fiona’s Job Interview) 5
- 6. Fiona has just completed an online interview and felt that it went quite well. Albeit being nervous, she managed to give her response _____________(1). She would be informed of the results via _______________(2) in about a week’s time. If she makes the cut, then she will have two more interview rounds to go through. The second would be done online again and the third would take place at the language school in ______________(3). The school would cover the cost of the ______________(4) for her face-to-face interview if that happens. The school where Fiona applied for a job at is a renowned language school in China. She was informed by the interviewer that as many as 300 applied for the very same ________________(5) she is hoping to get. Fiona has some ________________(6) tutoring English to secondary school students during her university years. She even managed to secure teaching jobs to pay for her stay during her sojourns around Europe after graduation. She taught in cities like Paris, Berlin and London. Fiona’s Job Interview confidently email Beijing flight post experience ANSWERS
- 7. She got ready for the interview by reading up about the language school that she was applying for. She found the school website to be a great ____________(7) of information. She also got her CV ready and read up common interview questions online. She even persuaded her brother to do a ______________(8) interview so that she would have some awareness of what to expect. On the day of the interview, she suited up and wore make-up. Fiona chose China because it was a place she has not _______________(9) to before. As she is also proficient in Mandarin, she thought that Beijing would be a good place to kick-start her English language teaching _________________(10). source mock travelled career ANSWERS
- 9. A Student’s Life During the MCO Listening Part 4
- 10. You will hear a student, James, talking about his experience with online learning and life during the past Movement Control Order(MCO) in Malaysia. For questions 1 to 10, fill in the missing information in each numbered space. Use NO MORE THAN ONE WORD for each space. You will hear the recording twice. Answer all questions.
- 11. The interviewer wanted to know how James felt when he heard that Malaysia was following in the world’s footstep to announce a lockdown to curb the spread of Covid-19. James revealed that he was unprepared for it as it was something _____________(1). The emergence of the virus took everyone by surprise. James was supposed to have sat for his SPM exams last year but it was ___________(2) due to Malaysia’s Movement Control Order (MCO). He stated that the experience was an ______________(3) one for him. Most of his lessons were done online in 2019. He found it tough to understand subjects like Maths and Physics through this learning method. One of the difficulties he faced while having online lessons was the internet ______________(4). Unstable connection resulted in his lessons getting cut off halfway. With his brother also having lessons online, it was unnecessary for them to take turns using the computer. When his brother uses the computer, James had to use his mother’s phone. James disliked it as he had to squint to read his notes. This resulted in him getting a A Student’s Life During the MCO
- 12. While it was difficult, James revealed that he eventually came up with a schedule that worked for him. Mornings were spent attending ______________(6) classes. The afternoons were blocked for _____________(7) and virtual tuition classes. He took a _______________(8) in the evenings for some outdoor activities. His nights were spent with his ________________(9). When asked if he was prepared for his upcoming exams, he said that he had done all he could. He also mentioned that having ____________(10) classes in January 2021 proved helpful towards his last preparations for his exams.
- 13. Answers Part 4 (A student’s life during MCO) 13
- 14. The interviewer wanted to know how James felt when he heard that Malaysia was following in the world’s footstep to announce a lockdown to curb the spread of Covid-19. James revealed that he was unprepared for it as it was something _____________(1). The emergence of the virus took everyone by surprise. James was supposed to have sat for his SPM exams last year but it was ___________(2) due to Malaysia’s Movement Control Order (MCO). He stated that the experience was an ______________(3) one for him. Most of his lessons were done online in 2019. He found it tough to understand subjects like Maths and Physics through his learning method. One of the difficulties he faced while having online lessons was the internet ______________(4). Unstable connection resulted in his lessons getting cut off halfway. With his brother also having lessons online, it was unnecessary for them to take turns using the computer. When his brother uses the computer, James had to use his mother’s phone. James disliked it as he had to squint to read his notes. This resulted in him getting a A Student’s Life During the MCO unexpected headache postponed overwhelming connection ANSWERS
- 15. While it was difficult, James revealed that he eventually came up with a schedule that worked for him. Mornings were spent attending ______________(6) classes. The afternoons were blocked for _____________(7) and virtual tuition classes. He took a _______________(8) in the evenings for some outdoor activities. His nights were spent with his ________________(9). When asked if he was prepared for his upcoming exams, he said that he had done all he could. He also mentioned that having ____________(10) classes in January 2021 proved helpful towards his last preparations for his exams. online revisions breather family physical ANSWERS
- 17. Listening Practices Part 4 Set 1 Fiona’s Job Interview Set 2 A Student’s Life during MCO For those who were absent, do the exercises and send your work to me on Telegram.
- 18. Is it necessary to have a degree to be successful in life? Listening Part 3
- 19. Part 3 Questions 16 to 20 You will hear five short extracts in which teenagers are talking about whether it is necessary to have a degree to be successful in life. For questions 16 to 20 choose from the list (A to G) what each speaker says. Use the letters only once. There are two extra letters which you do not need to use. You will hear the recording twice. Answer all the questions.
- 20. A Most jobs these days require that one has a degree. B Everyone can be successful if they stay positive. C Key ingredients of success are perseverance and diligence. D Not everyone is cut out to earn a degree. E Things we learn in theory may not work in reality. F Flair and practice are also essential components to success. G A degree can guarantee better income and security in life. Speaker 1 16 Speaker 2 17 Speaker 3 18 Speaker 4 19 Speaker 5 20
- 21. A Most jobs these days require that one has a degree. B Everyone can be successful if they stay positive. C Key ingredients of success are perseverance and diligence. D Not everyone is cut out to earn a degree. E Things we learn in theory may not work in reality. F Flair and practice are also essential components to success. G A degree can guarantee better income and security in life. Speaker 1 16 Speaker 2 17 Speaker 3 18 Speaker 4 19 Speaker 5 20 C A E G F
- 22. Effects of using social media Listening Part 3
- 23. Part 3 Questions 16 to 20 You will hear five short extracts in which five students are talking about the effects of using social media. For questions 16 to 20 choose from the list (A to G) what each speaker says. Use the letters only once. There are two extra letters which you do not need to use. You will hear the recording twice. Answer all the questions.
- 24. A Cyberbullying is a common occurrence on social media. B Most people use social media platforms as an outlet for their creativity. C The fact that people do not know me on social media makes me forthright and candid. D Compulsive use of social media can lead to addiction. E Social media is a great way to keep in touch with people. F Information is not secure when we use social media. G People use social media platforms to highlight important causes to people on all corners of the earth. Speaker 1 16 Speaker 2 17 Speaker 3 18 Speaker 4 19 Speaker 5 20
- 25. A Cyberbullying is a common occurrence on social media. B Most people use social media platforms as an outlet for their creativity. C The fact that people do not know me on social media makes me forthright and candid. D Compulsive use of social media can lead to addiction. E Social media is a great way to keep in touch with people. F Information is not secure when we use social media. G People use social media platforms to highlight important causes to people on all corners of the earth. Speaker 1 16 Speaker 2 17 Speaker 3 18 Speaker 4 19 Speaker 5 20 C F A G D
- 27. Listening Practices Part 3 Set 1 Is it necessary to have a degree? Set 2 Effects of social media For those who were absent, do the exercises and send your work to me on Telegram.
- 28. 1. The Love Mother Nature project was launched to A create awareness of Mother Nature B keep people healthy C teach students about green campaigns 2. The lady had a heartening experience because of A the taxi drivers B a taxi driver and his caring nature C service providers who believe in I care, We Care 3. What does killing two birds with one stone mean? A The water filters provide with people with clean water. B The surfer could enjoy surfing and helping people. C Donations raised were well used.
- 29. 4. At the scene, the writer saw excavators? A causing the collapse of the dumpsite B blocking the road C moving garbage from the road 5. Frieda’s sister participated in the campaign to A wash the beach of litter B keep the waterways litter free C collect marine litter from the beach 6. How did the neighbourhood residents defend the tree? A Surrounded it like a ring to stop the men from sawing it down B Blocked its branches from spreading out C Letting the birds make a home there
- 30. 7. Which of the following is not a reason for the traveller’s love of travelling? A Happiness at his journey of discovery B Surprise at new and interesting things he sees C Indispensable need to make his own decision
- 31. 1. The Love Mother Nature project was launched to A create awareness of Mother Nature B keep people healthy C teach students about green campaigns 2. The lady had a heartening experience because of A the taxi drivers B a taxi driver and his caring nature C service providers who believe in I care, We Care 3. What does killing two birds with one stone mean? A The water filters provide with people with clean water B The surfer could enjoy surfing and helping people C Donations raised were well used.
- 32. 4. At the scene, the writer saw excavators? A causing the collapse of the dumpsite B blocking the road C moving garbage from the road 5. Frieda’s sister participated in the campaign to A wash the beach of litter B keep the waterways litter free C collect marine litter from the beach 6. How did the neighbourhood residents defend the tree? A Surrounded it like a ring to stop the men from sawing it down B Blocked its branches from spreading out C Letting the birds make a home there
- 33. 7. Which of the following is not a reason for the traveller’s love of travelling? A Happiness at his journey of discovery B Surprise at new and interesting things he sees C Indispensable need to make his own decision
- 35. Part 2 Questions 8 to 15 You will hear Rahimah talk about the pursuit of happiness. For questions 8 to 15, circle the correct answer (A, B or C). You will hear the recording twice. Answer all questions.
- 36. 8. When a person is happy he has the following except A joy in the heart B smiles on the face C feelings to shed tears 9. Everyone from a child to an adult is bound to feel sheer happiness and ecstasy when he A receives an outstanding present B meets his Disneyland or Hollywood stars C sees his favourite Disney character or pop idols 10. Which of the following pairs of expressions does not pair correctly? A seventh heaven – deliriously happy B academically-inclined – straight A student C average student – scholarship
- 37. 11. Students who go for higher education can get financial award based on their academic achievement through a A bank loan B bursary C scholarship 12. A house or building may be razed to the ground in the following ways except A in a fire B in a storm C in a landslide 13. Which of the following statement is correct? A An unemployed man feels contented with securing a job. B A professional working person is happy with staying static at work. C An overbearing boss is bearable to all employees.
- 38. 14. When we are in a situation of bottommost pit, we might A appreciate only the big opportunities B appreciate every little opportunity that comes our way. C appreciate only opportunities that gives us lots of happiness 15. Complete the statement correctly: We all deserve to be happy but ________________ A at times, in our pursuit of happiness, it can be elusive. B happiness is not our birth-right. C we should learn that it takes a lot to achieve it.
- 40. 8. When a person is happy he has the following except A joy in the heart B smiles on the face C feelings to shed tears 9. Everyone from a child to an adult is bound to feel sheer happiness and ecstasy when he A receives an outstanding present B meets his Disneyland or Hollywood stars C sees his favourite Disney character or pop idols 10. Which of the following pairs of expressions does not pair correctly? A seventh heaven – deliriously happy B academically-inclined – straight A student C average student - scholarship
- 41. 11. Students who go for higher education can get financial award based on their academic achievement through a A bank loan B bursary C scholarship 12. A house or building may be razed to the ground in the following ways except A in a fire B in a storm C in a landslide 13. Which of the following statement is correct? A An unemployed man feels contented with securing a job. B A professional working person is happy with staying static at work. C An overbearing boss is bearable to all employees.
- 42. 14. When we are in a situation of bottommost pit, we might A appreciate only the big opportunities B appreciate every little opportunity that comes our way. C appreciate only opportunities that gives us lots of happiness 15. Complete the statement correctly: We all deserve to be happy but ________________ A at times, in our pursuit of happiness, it can be elusive. B happiness is not our birth-right. C we should learn that it takes a lot to achieve it.
- 44. Part 3 Questions 16 to 20 You will hear five short extracts in which teenagers are talking about online games. For questions 16 to 20, choose from the list (A to G) what each speaker says. Use the letters only once. There are two extra letters which you do not need to use. You will hear the recording twice. Answer all the questions.
- 45. A Online games is great for making friends online. B One disadvantage is players are open to cyberbullying. C Online games help improve problem solving abilities. D Downside to online games – players become obsessed instead of having fun playing the games. E Players hog the digital gadgets to the exclusion of family members. F Online games can stimulate thinking skills and concentration. G Wide variety and free games to choose from. Speaker 1 16 Speaker 2 17 Speaker 3 18 Speaker 4 19 Speaker 5 20
- 46. Answers Part 3 : Online games 46
- 47. A Online games is great for making friends online. B One disadvantages is players are open to cyberbullying. C Online games help improve problem solving abilities. D Downside to online games – players become obsessed instead of having fun playing the games. E Players hog the digital gadgets to the exclusion of family members. F Online games can stimulate thinking skills and concentration. G Wide variety and free games to choose from. Speaker 1 16 Speaker 2 17 Speaker 3 18 Speaker 4 19 Speaker 5 20 F C A G D
- 48. Nostalgia and reminiscing about the past Listening Part 4
- 49. You will hear a lady feeling nostalgic and reminisces about the past. For questions 21 to 30, fill in the missing information in each numbered space. Use NO MORE THAN ONE WORD for each space. You will hear the interview twice. Answer all questions.
- 50. Rosie is feeling nostalgic about her childhood days. She used to live along Cheroh Road. She recalls seeing Chinese women cycling to the rubber estates to tap the trees for (21) ___________. Then, bullock carts steered by the Singhs go past to Sungai Lui to ply their trade. Both groups plied their trade in a simple and honest way. She used to watch their going and coming from the (22) ___________ of the government house they lived in. The most common mode of transport then was the (23)__________. Motorcycles and scooters were a rarity. Among the scooters, the most common one was the Vespa, with its sporty, sleek and elegant look; and the Lambretta, the more conventional one. Other brands were seen far and in between. Owning a car was a (24)___________ and one had to be well prepared financially to own a brand-new car. The Morris Minor considered solid and spacious was a favourite and popular buy. Cyclists were often booked by the police for not having (25)_____________ on at night. Another unforgettable thing are the (26)____________. Girls, adults and moneylenders used different styles of umbrellas. However, my mother did away with umbrellas and bought us hats instead.
- 51. Our schooldays were special. Different school had different uniforms. Boys wore shorts and girls wore skirts and blouses, or (27) __________. The cinema was an important form of entertainment. There was usually a real scramble for (28) ___________ at the small box office. The town field was the place for special occasions, where stage events such as wayang kulit performances, debates and (29) ____________ shows were held. The town field was also the local football league games. With the passing of (30)____________, thoughts of them haven’t faded away but remain firmly etched in my memory.
- 52. Answers Part 4 : Nostalgia and reminiscing about the past 52
- 53. Rosie is feeling nostalgic about her childhood days. She used to live along Cheroh Road. She recalls seeing Chinese women cycling to the rubber estates to tap the trees for (21) ___________. Then, bullock carts steered by the Singhs go past to Sungai Lui to ply their trade. Both groups plied their trade in a simple and honest way. She used to watch their going and coming from the (22) ___________ of the government house they lived in. The most common mode of transport then was the (23)__________. Motorcycles and scooters were a rarity. Among the scooters, the most common one was the Vespa, with its sporty, sleek and elegant look; and the Lambretta, the more conventional one. Other brands were seen far and in between. Owning a car was a (24)___________ and one had to be well prepared financially to own a brand-new car. The Morris Minor considered solid and spacious was a favourite and popular buy. Cyclists were often booked by the police for not having (25)_____________ on at night. Another unforgettable thing are the (26)____________. Girls, adults and moneylenders used different styles of umbrellas. However, my mother did away with umbrellas and bought us hats instead. latex verandah luxury bicycle lights umbrellas
- 54. Our schooldays were special. Different school had different uniforms. Boys wore shorts and girls wore skirts and blouses, or (27) __________. The cinema was an important form of entertainment. There was usually a real scramble for (28) ___________ at the small box office. The town field was the place for special occasions, where stage events such as wayang kulit performances, debates and (29) ____________ shows were held. The town field was also the local football league games. With the passing of (30)____________, thoughts of them haven’t faded away but remain firmly etched in my memory. cultural tickets pinafores time
- 56. Listening Part 1, 2, 3 & 4 For those who were absent, do the exercises and send your work to me on Telegram.