FORM 2 READING ACTIVITY

Category 1: Health & Environment

100

"In order to stay energetic, students should eat fresh fruits daily." What is the main benefit mentioned? 

 

• A) Losing weight quickly
• B) Getting more energy 
• C) Saving lunch money

• B) Getting more energy 

200

"PLEASE TURN OFF ALL LIGHTS BEFORE LEAVING THE LAB." What is its main purpose? 

• A) To keep the room dark for sleeping
• B) To save electricity 
• C) To protect computer screens

B) To save electricity

300

"Although fast food is cheap, consuming it regularly leads to long-term health issues." Does the author recommend eating fast food often?

• A) Yes, because it saves money
• B) Yes, because it is delicious
• C) No, because it causes health problems

• C) No, because it causes health problems

400

What does the term "e-waste" mean in environmental articles?

• A) Leftover food from the canteen
• B) Old or broken electronic devices 
• C) Paper and plastic bottles

• B) Old or broken electronic devices 

500

"Adequate rest is vital for mental focus; consequently, sleeping late damages academic performance." What happens when students sleep late?

• A) Their school performance gets worse 
• B) Their memory becomes stronger
• C) They feel more active in class

• A) Their school performance gets worse 

Category 2: Science & Technology

100

What should you NEVER share with strangers online to keep your account safe?

• A) Your favorite food
• B) Your password and PIN number
• C) Your favorite singer

• B) Your password and PIN number

200

"Maya’s backpack uses solar panels to charge phone batteries on the walk to school." Where does the backpack get power?

• A) From a wall plug
• B) From wind power
• C) From sunlight 

• C) From sunlight 

300

"While social media allows connectivity, overusing apps causes sleep deprivation." What is one negative effect of app overuse?

• A) Lack of sleep (sleep deprivation) 
• B) Faster Wi-Fi speed
• C) Higher exam scores

A) Lack of sleep (sleep deprivation)

400

What does "AI" stand for, and how does it help students?

• A) Automatic Internet — gives free data
• B) Artificial Intelligence — provides personalized study help 
• C) Advanced Information — increases typing speed

B) Artificial Intelligence — provides personalized study help

500

"Unencrypted Bluetooth transmission enables hackers to intercept your location." What danger happens if Bluetooth is unencrypted?

• A) Your battery dies in 5 minutes
• B) Hackers can track your location 
• C) Your screen turns off automatically

B) Hackers can track your location

Category 3: Consumerism & Money

100

What paper proof should you always request after buying something at a shop?

• A) A receipt 
• B) A discount flyer
• C) A product catalog

A) A receipt

200

If a pair of shoes costs RM100 and has a 20% discount, how much do you pay?

• A) RM120
• B) RM80 
• C) RM50

B) RM80

300

What does the word "durable" mean when describing a school backpack?

• A) Cheap and easily torn
• B) Strong and long-lasting 
• C) Heavy and painful to carry

B) Strong and long-lasting

400

"Driven by promotional sales, consumers frequently purchase items they do not need." Why do people buy unnecessary items?

• A) They are tempted by discount sales 
• B) Shopkeepers force them to buy
• C) They have too much storage space

A) They are tempted by discount sales

500

What is "planned obsolescence" in technology manufacturing?

• A) Making smartphones that last 20 years
• B) Designing gadgets to break or become outdated quickly 
• C) Giving customers free phone cases

B) Designing gadgets to break or become outdated quickly

Category 4: People & Culture

100

Which traditional food is commonly prepared during Hari Raya in Malaysia?

• A) Dumplings
• B) Rendang and Ketupat 
• C) Murukku

B) Rendang and Ketupat

200

"During the Yi Peng Festival, people release paper lanterns into the night sky." What do the lanterns symbolize?

• A) Releasing bad luck and wishing for good fortune 
• B) Warning ships about dangerous ocean waves
• C) Predicting rain for farmers

A) Releasing bad luck and wishing for good fortune

300

What is the difference between a "custom" and a "costume"?

• A) A custom is clothing; a costume is a habit
• B) A custom is a tradition/habit; a costume is special clothing 
• C) They mean the exact same thing

B) A custom is a tradition/habit; a costume is special clothing

400

"Local festivals not only boost tourism revenue, but they also preserve cultural heritage." Which statement is TRUE?

• A) Festivals only benefit hotel owners
• B) Festivals destroy old traditions
• C) Festivals help the economy and protect traditions 

C) Festivals help the economy and protect traditions

500

What does "symbolize" mean in: "Red envelopes symbolize good fortune"?

• A) To hide something secret
• B) To represent or stand for an idea 
• C) To cost a lot of money

B) To represent or stand for an idea

Category 5: Clue Hunt (Reading Strategies)

100

Read: "Amir bought a smartwatch. It cost RM150." What does "It" refer to?

• A) Amir
• B) The shop
• C) The smartwatch 

C) The smartwatch

200

Which transition word shows an OPPOSITE / CONTRAST idea?

• A) Furthermore
• B) However 
• C) Consequently

B) However

300

Read: "The gadget is obsolete ; nobody uses cassette tapes anymore." What does obsolete mean?

• A) Extremely popular
• B) Brand new
• C) Out of date / no longer used

• C) Out of date / no longer used

400

Is this statement a Fact or an Opinion? "Smartphones are the most enjoyable invention in human history."

• A) Fact
• B) Opinion
• C) Scientific rule

• B) Opinion

500

Complete the gap: "Not only _______ cultural events preserve history, but they also bring communities together."

• A) do 
• B) is
• C) are

A) do