TRIAL SPM 2016 Question 33

The following are the novels studied in the literature component in English Language.
Captain Nobody - Dean Pitchford
Dear Kilmer - Anne Schraff
Sing to the Dawn - Minfong Ho
Choose any one of the novels above and answer the question below.

MELAKA
We must have the courage to do the right thing
Based on the novel that you have read, provide incidents from the novel that support this
statement.
JOHOR SDAHA
A brave man is not he who doesnt feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear.
With close reference to the text, describe how this is portrayed by one of the characters and
explain how this quality would benefit you.
KEDAH
It is important to stand up for what is right. Discuss how this is portrayed in the novel you have
read. Support your answers with the close reference to the text.
KELANTAN
Family supports family.
With close reference to the text, describe how this is portrayed by one of the characters and
explain how this quality would benefit you.
MRSM
Suggest one character in the novel that you have read who you think has admirable qualities.
Describe the character and give reasons for your choice with close reference to the text
SABAH
Suggest one character in the novel that you have read that you think is admirable.
Briefly describe the character and give reasons for your choice with close reference to the text.

N9
People should be allowed to follow their dreams.
Write about a character who wants to realize his or her dream. Support your answer with close
reference to the text.
SBP
Which character in the novel you sympathize with? Explain why do you sympathize with this
character with close reference to the text.

SELANGOR SET A
Good values bring positive effects
How far is this true in the novel that you have read? Support your answer with close reference to
the text.

SELANGOR SET B
Write about an event that has shown you the importance of making a responsible decision.
Support your answer with close reference to the text you have studied.
SELANGOR SET C
This novel teaches us many lessons about life Based on the novel that you have read, discuss
the lessons you have learnt based on one incident. Support your answer with close reference to
the text.
SARAWAK
Having a strong family relationship is essential in ones life.
How is this shown in the novel you have read?
Support your answer with close reference to the text.

TRENGGANU
Based on one of the novels you have studied, choose an event that you find to be unforgettable.
Explain why it is unforgettable to you. Support your answer with close reference to the text.

PAHANG
If it doesnt challenge you, it doesnt change you
Write about the challenges that change one of the characters in the novel. Support your answer
with the details from the novel.

PENANG
The main character is a strong willed person. How is this shown in the novel. Support your answer
with close reference to the text.

PERAK
From the novel that you have learnt, describe an event that changes the life of a character and
how the event affects his / her life and the people around him / her. Support your answer with
close reference to the text.