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English Worksheet.

Unit II – Countries, Cultures & Customs.

Reading Comprehension.

STUDENT : _________________________________________________.
GRADE: 8TH GRADE ________ DATE: ____________________________.
MISTER JUAN CARLOS JARA R. Score: __________ Mark: ____________

HABILIDADES – SKILLS:
- Leer textos y reconocer nuevo vocabulario en ambos idiomas.
* Read the texts and recognize the new vocabulary in both languages.
- Leer textos, analizar información y desarrollar las actividades.
* Read the texts, analyse the info and complete the activities.

Instrucciones – Instructions:
- Evite los borrones y el uso de corrector.
* Avoid smudges or stains and the use of correction pen.
- Responda utilizando los espacios destinados dentro de la guía.
* Use the suitable area to complete each activity.
- Utilice solo lápiz de pasta (azul/negro) o grafito.
* Use pen (blue/black) o pencil.

1.- Reading Comprehension. Read the texts below and recognize the new vocabulary.
Write the English words and then look for their Spanish meanings.
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2.- Reading Comprehension. Read the texts again and complete the activities.

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Name 4 characteristics from Australia. (4pts)

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2.- What is that specific characteristic that makes Australia special? (1pts)
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3. What oceans surround Australia? (2pts)

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4. Where are its cities located? (1pts)

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5. Why are platypus and echidnas special? (2pts)

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6. What’s the meaning of Aussie? (1pts)

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7. What cities are mentioned in the text? (4pts)

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8. Which are the animals mentioned in the text? (8pts)

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9. Where is located Australia? (2pts)

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10. Where can you go if you are a tourist? (4pts)

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Total Score: 29 points.

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Look for pictures about the mention animals, paste them and write the name of each
animal under of it. (16 points)