Name:
Class:
Seat No.:
Mark: _____ / 30
A. Reading
(15 Marks)
1. Choose the correct answer from a, b, c or d: (5 marks)
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1)
Cutting-edge technology helps users solve daily and complex challenges
..............
a) inefficiently
b) efficiently
c) slowly
d) poorly
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2)
When creating a prototype, designers explore ideas from different .............. to
ensure it meets everyone's needs.
a) distractions
b) mistakes
c) perspectives
d) obstacles
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3)
Students .............. use mobile phones during official exam sessions as it is
strictly forbidden.
a) must
b) can
c) mustn't
d) should
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4)
The teacher explained that stories can .............. our imagination and make
reading an inspiring habit.
a) spark
b) stop
c) ignore
d) hide
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5)
Sara said that she .............. her research project on school gardens the
previous week.
a) completes
b) had completed
c) will complete
d) is completing
2. Read the following text, then answer the questions: (6 marks)
Taking initiative and working as a team are essential values for personal growth
and community development. When students face unexpected difficulties, such as failing an initial test or
losing project materials, showing resilience helps them learn from their mistakes rather than quit. In
design thinking, making rapid improvements based on continuous testing leads to successful final outcomes.
Furthermore, taking responsibility as a leader means listening to team members, valuing diverse skills, and
maintaining an honest attitude toward both accomplishments and errors. When young people believe in their
ability to make a difference, even the smallest ideas can lead to remarkable changes in society.
A) Choose the correct answer from a, b, c or d:
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1)
The main idea of the text is ..............
a) the history of classroom testing methods
b) how initiative, resilience, and teamwork drive success
c) avoiding all difficulties in school projects
d) why individual work is better than teamwork
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2)
The underlined word "initiative" in the passage means
..............
a) waiting for others to start a task
b) taking the first step to solve a problem
c) ignoring school rules and assignments
d) feeling nervous during public speaking
B) Answer the following questions:
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3)
According to the text, how does resilience help students when facing difficulties?
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4)
What does true leadership involve when managing a team?
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5)
What is the benefit of making rapid improvements in design thinking?
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6)
How can small ideas impact a community according to the passage?
Story: "The School Garden Project"
(4 Marks)
Before presenting her proposal to Miss Huda, Zeina conducted thorough research on school gardens — she
looked into how other schools had started similar projects and what plants grow best in their climate. This
preparation gave her the confidence to present a strong plan. As the project progressed, Amal's role changed
dramatically. By the end of the story, she had become one of the most dedicated gardeners, arriving early
every morning to water the plants and check on their growth. The feeling of ownership over the garden also
changed all the students' behavior — they stopped throwing trash in the schoolyard because they now felt
proud of their beautiful green space. By the end of her journey, Zeina had learned that real leadership is
not about giving orders, but about taking responsibility, listening to others, and inspiring change through
actions.
3.a. Choose the correct answer from a, b, c or d: (2 marks)
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1)
What initial step did Zeina take before presenting her proposal to Miss Huda?
a) She bought seeds and fertilizers with her own money.
b) She conducted thorough research on school gardens.
c) She asked the school principal to cancel outdoor activities.
d) She elected a student council president immediately.
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2)
How did Amal's role in the garden project change by the end of the story?
a) She decided to quit the team permanently.
b) She became one of the most dedicated gardeners who arrived early to water
plants.
c) She transferred to another preparatory school.
d) She stopped working on environmental projects.
3.b. Answer the following questions: (2 marks)
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3)
How did the students' feeling of ownership over the garden change their behavior in
the schoolyard?
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4)
What major leadership lesson did Zeina learn by the end of her journey?
B. Writing
(15 Marks)
4. Rewrite the following sentences: (3 marks)
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1)
"We are going to build a better watering system for the garden," Omar said.
(Omar said that...)
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2)
It is necessary for students to save their digital documents regularly.
(must)
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3)
There is a slight possibility that our team faces unexpected setbacks.
(might)
5. Complete the sentences with the correct form of the word(s) in brackets: (3
marks)
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1)
Good habits build .............. (health) bodies and active minds.
Answer:
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2)
Zeina said that she .............. (learn) valuable leadership
skills during the project.
Answer:
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3)
You .............. (mustn't) judge solutions before testing them
thoroughly.
Answer:
6. Complete the following dialog: (4 marks)
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Zeina and Omar are talking about their final English project.
Zeina: Hi Omar! How is your group preparing for the final presentation?
Omar (1):
Zeina (2): ?
Omar: We chose design thinking because it helps us solve real school problems
effectively.
Zeina: Did you face any difficulties while gathering team members' ideas?
Omar (3):
Zeina (4): ! Listening to different perspectives
always leads to the best outcomes.
7. Write a PARAGRAPH of ONE HUNDRED & TEN (110) words on: (5 marks)
"The importance of perseverance and creative thinking in overcoming daily challenges"