Category 1: Health & Environment
Category 2: Science & Technology
Category 3: Consumerism & Money
Category 4: People & Culture
Category 5: Clue Hunt (Reading Strategies)
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 
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
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

100


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

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


B) Rendang and Ketupat

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

"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

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 
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

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

200


Which transition word shows an OPPOSITE / CONTRAST idea?

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


B) However

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
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)

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

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

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


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 
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

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

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

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


"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 
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

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

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

500


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

  • A) do 
  • B) is
  • C) are


A) do

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