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GROUP 6
– SENIOR MIDDLE 3
Second Runner-Up:

LIM XIAO YI

Class: 6S Zhong

Moreover, we can learn to be kind towards others. Being kind is to be willing to put
ourselves in other people’s shoes and take in their perspective. If we are reluctant to learn Should teenagers be
about other people’s customs, conflicts might arise and hearts might be broken. Caring
for other people’s emotions is vital in a multi-racial country. At some point, we might be encouraged
frustrated that things or people are not going our way but having different perspectives and
accepting others can lead to mutual understanding and benevolence. People with different to start planning their
cultures have different love languages, for instance, the Chinese tend to use acts of service
to show love and care for each other. Learning about other cultures’ love language can help careers at an early age?
us to show kindness and appreciation for others.
What is your opinion?
Apart from that, we can boost our sense of patriotism. The way that a multi-racial
country can move forward is through teamwork and mutual support. Learning about
different cultures can provide a sense of community and belonging. When we feel a sense of
belonging to this country, we are more willing to make sacrifices for it. During Independence In today's rapidly evolving world, the question of whether teenagers should be
Day, when our national flags are raised by people of different races, it proves that we are encouraged to start planning their careers at an early age is a topic of significant debate.
truly one and the same in our identity as Malaysians. During the Malays’ New Year, everyone While some argue that introducing teenagers to start planning their careers can be beneficial,
is warmly welcomed into Malay homes. It is truly a grand and heart-warming sight to see others believe that this may impose unnecessary pressure and limit personal growth. In my
people from different cultures enjoying each other’s company. Through this, we learn that opinion, teenagers should consider planning their careers early as it can provide a sense
patriotism is strengthened by holding firmly onto one another’s hands, that a chain is only of security and preparedness
as strong as its weakest link, and that respecting other cultures is a tribute to our country’s for the future, provide
unique identity. opportunities for teenagers

to explore various fields, and
In conclusion, it is crucial for us to learn about different cultures. Our history textbooks instil a sense of responsibility.
have strongly emphasised the importance of learning and understanding other cultures. To
this day, there is still room for improvement of embracing and celebrating our differences.
I believe that we can do a wonderful job in that area. Let the sound of praises ring through Firstly, early career
the paddy fields of Kedah; let the melody of peace sing through Mount Kinabalu and let the planning can provide
laughter of unity roars through the Twin Towers! teenagers with a sense of
security and preparedness
for the future. In today's
competitive job market,
having a clear career plan
and relevant skills can give
teenagers a competitive
edge. Early exposure to
career-related activities also
helps them to understand the
academic and professional
requirements of their chosen
fields. This allows them to

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