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Read the dialogue below to answer the questions

Teacher: “Class, today we’ll discuss environmental issues. If you had the power to change one thing about how we treat the planet, what would it be and why?”
Lina: “I think reducing plastic use is crucial because it takes years to decompose and harms marine life.”
Budi: “I would focus on reforestation because trees absorb carbon dioxide and improve air quality.”

What makes the teacher’s question an open-ended question?

Research suggests that open-ended questions encourage critical thinking and creativity in discussions. For example, instead of asking, “Did you like the book?”, a teacher might ask, “What did you think about the book’s ending, and how would you change it?” This type of question allows students to analyze and express ideas beyond a simple “yes” or “no” response.

Based on the passage, which of the following is the best example of an open-ended question?

During a job interview, the interviewer asks, “Can you describe a time when you faced a challenge and how you handled it?”

Why is this question considered open-ended?

Lisa: “Guess what? I just got accepted into my dream university!”
Tom: “Wow, that’s amazing! You must be over the moon!”

What does Tom’s response indicate?

You just won a prestigious scholarship after months of hard work and dedication. Which of the following is the most appropriate response to express happiness?

Which of the following expressions DOES NOT correctly express happiness?

Read the sentence below:

“After hearing the great news, Alex was grinning from ear to ear.”

What does the phrase “grinning from ear to ear” mean?

Which of the following idioms means feeling extremely happy?

Which idiom would best fit the sentence below?

“After winning the championship, our team was _______.”

Which of the following expressions is NOT appropriate for expressing sympathy?

Which of the following idioms is commonly used to express sympathy?

Read the dialogue below to answer the question

Anna: “I just found out that my best friend is moving to another country next month. I feel really sad about it.”
Bella: “Oh no! I’m so sorry to hear that. That must be really hard for you.”
Anna: “Yeah, we’ve been best friends since childhood. I can’t imagine not seeing her every day.”
Bella: “I understand how you feel. It’s always tough to say goodbye. Have you talked about how you’ll stay in touch?”
Anna: “Yeah, we’ll try to video call, but it won’t be the same.”
Bella: “That makes sense. If you ever need to talk about it, I’m here for you.”

What does Bella’s response indicate?

Your friend was preparing for an important speech competition but forgot part of their speech on stage and lost confidence. They feel really embarrassed and upset.

Which of the following is the most appropriate response to show sympathy?

Which of the following statements best describes why expressing sympathy is important?

Sarah: “I just failed my driving test for the second time. I feel so frustrated and disappointed in myself.”
Emily: “Oh no! I’m really sorry to hear that. ________.”

Which of the following best completes the blank to express sympathy?

Read the passage carefully:

Lena had spent years working toward her dream of becoming a doctor. She studied late into the night, sacrificed weekends with friends, and ignored her exhaustion. Finally, after countless challenges, she received her acceptance letter to medical school. Tears filled her eyes as she realized all her hard work had paid off. That night, she sat with her grandmother, the woman who had always encouraged her, and said, “You always told me that nothing worth having comes easy. Now I understand what you meant.”

What is the central theme of the story?

Read the passage carefully:

The town of Eldoria was surrounded by towering mountains, their peaks dusted with snow even in summer. The streets were lined with cobblestone paths, and old-fashioned lanterns glowed warmly as the sun set. The scent of fresh-baked bread filled the air, mixing with the crisp mountain breeze. As Clara walked through the town square, she could hear the soft murmurs of shopkeepers closing their stores and the laughter of children playing in the distance. The place had always felt magical to her—a peaceful world away from the noise of the big cities she once knew.

How does the setting influence the mood of the story?

Read the passage carefully:

Every morning, Mr. Dawson walked into the bakery at precisely 6:30 AM. He always ordered the same thing—a black coffee and a croissant. He would sit by the window, unfolding his newspaper neatly, never creasing the pages. He spoke little but always nodded politely at the staff. The young cashier, Emma, found it amusing that he never changed his routine. One day, out of curiosity, she asked, “Mr. Dawson, do you ever get tired of doing the same thing every day?” He simply smiled and replied, “Some people find comfort in routine. It makes the world feel predictable.”

What can be inferred about Mr. Dawson’s character based on this passage?

Read the passage carefully:

A young lion cub named Kito was always eager to show his strength. One day, he saw an old turtle moving slowly near the river. Kito laughed and said, “You are so weak! If I were as slow as you, I wouldn’t survive a day in the wild.” The turtle smiled and replied, “Strength is not just about speed, young one. Sometimes patience is more powerful.” Kito ignored the turtle and ran off to chase a gazelle. But as he ran, he didn’t notice a hidden trap. Suddenly, he fell into a deep hole. He roared for help, but no one came. Hours passed. Finally, the old turtle arrived and carefully lowered a vine into the hole. With great effort, Kito climbed out. Ashamed, he looked at the turtle and said, “I understand now. Strength without wisdom is useless.”

What moral lesson can be learned from this story?

Read the passage carefully:

Samantha had always dreamed of becoming a journalist, but her parents wanted her to take over the family business. Every time she brought up the idea of going to journalism school, they dismissed it, saying, “That’s not a real career. You should focus on something stable.” Samantha felt trapped between following her passion and meeting her family’s expectations. She loved her parents and didn’t want to disappoint them, but she also knew that giving up on her dream would make her unhappy.

What type of conflict is presented in this story?

Below are events from a short story, but they are in the wrong order.

1. The main character finds a key hidden under an old book.
2. The character unlocks a mysterious chest and discovers a letter inside.
3. The story introduces the main character, who recently moved into an old house.
4. The character searches through the house and stumbles upon a dusty bookshelf.
5. The character reads the letter and learns about a long-lost family secret.

Which of the following is the correct order of the story’s events?

Read the short story below and answer the question.

Ethan was a bright student, but he often took shortcuts instead of putting in the effort to study. One day, he found an old notebook in the library containing answers to past exams. Excited, he copied them down and used them during his test.

When the teacher graded the papers, Ethan received the highest score in the class. However, as the teacher read through the answers, she noticed something strange—Ethan had copied mistakes from the old exam. She called him forward and asked, “Did you study for this test yourself?” Ethan hesitated, realizing that his dishonesty had only embarrassed him.

Ashamed, he admitted the truth. The teacher sighed and said, “Success earned dishonestly never lasts, Ethan. You’re capable of so much more if you just believe in your own abilities.”

What moral lesson does this story teach?

Below are events from a short story, but they are out of order.

1. Ella discovered a letter hidden behind an old painting.
2. She carefully unfolded the letter and started reading it.
3. The letter revealed a secret about her grandmother’s past.
4. Ella was helping her parents clean the attic when she noticed an old painting.
5. Curious about the letter, she decided to investigate further.

Which of the following is the correct order of the story’s events?

Read the short story below and answer the question.

Lucas had always wanted to be the best soccer player in his school. Every day, he trained for hours, running laps and practicing his shots. However, one of his teammates, Ryan, was naturally talented and barely had to practice to play well.

One day, during an important match, Ryan injured his leg and couldn’t continue. The coach looked around and called Lucas to take his place. “This is your moment,” the coach said. Lucas took a deep breath and stepped onto the field. Because of his hard work and training, he played exceptionally well and led his team to victory.

After the match, Ryan smiled and said, “I guess hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard.”

What moral lesson does this story teach?

Read the conversation below:

Lisa: “Have you seen my book?”
Tom: “Yes, it’s on the table near the window.”

Which part of Tom’s sentence is a prepositional phrase of place?

Read the short announcement:

The library will be closed from Monday to Wednesday due to maintenance. Normal hours will resume on Thursday at 8 AM.

Which of the following is a prepositional phrase of time from the announcement?

Complete the sentence below with the correct prepositional phrase:

“We decided to have a picnic ________ because the weather was so nice.”

Read the conversation below:

Mike: “When will the meeting start?”
Sarah: “It will begin _______.”

Which of the following best completes Sarah’s response?

Read the short passage below:

Jenny arrived at the airport early in the morning. She sat near the entrance and waited for her flight.

Which of the following sentences correctly identifies both a place and time prepositional phrase?

Read the short story excerpt:

David had always dreamed of living by the beach. One day, he woke up at sunrise and walked outside to see the ocean. He stood on the balcony and took a deep breath, enjoying the fresh air.

Which prepositional phrase describes a location?