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ELEMENTAL CUP
APPENDIX
M2: Review 1 (Date: _______) ▢ Pen/ Pan/ Pain ▢ Note / Not ▢ Prepositions ▢ Adverbs
▢ Prepositions ▢ Adverbs
M7: Review 3 (Date: _______) ▢ s/sh ▢ j/z/zh ▢ Word Order ▢ Questions
▢ Tenses
Investment
Parameters Module 2 Module 4 Module 7 Module 9 Module 15
Review 1 Review 2 Review 3 Review 4 Final
To be filled by Students
Class Participation
- Frequency
- Quality
Response to feedback
- Attitude
- Effort
- Reflection
Vocabulary Acquisition
- Retention
4 = Excellent 3 = Good 2 = Satisfactory 1 = Needs Improvement
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Learning Dashboard
Module O | Day 5
Part A: My Learning Commitments
Review the list of skill development opportunities for each of the strands and rank (1 = most important; 5 least
significant) in the empty checkbox according to the actions you will take to improve your skill/competency.
I Will:
▢ participate in class daily
▢ take my responsibilities as teacher of the day seriously to better my communication skills
▢ find opportunities to speak English outside FEA
▢ inculcate new words in my speech
▢ practice the pronunciation drills seriously and conscientiously
▢ ______________________________
I Will:
▢ practice writing sentences using new words that I have learned
▢ build a habit of writing grammatically correct English (once a week)
▢ review my written text to find and correct errors
▢ complete all the exercises in the Student Work Book (SRB)
▢ get my written work reviewed by my peers and ask for constructive feedback
▢ ______________________________
I Will:
▢ make a habit of watching English channels like Disney, National Geographic, History Channel
▢ consciously prepare to listen by removing internal and external barriers
▢ improve my attention span by listening to audios/videos and summarizing them in a notebook
▢ listen intently to my facilitators and peers and will try to connect my answers to their views
▢ look up the meaning of words/phrases I don't fully understand
▢ ______________________________
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MODULE 1 | SPEAKING STRAND
What skills/attributes they Where do you propose to use / What investment are you willing
would like to develop during the practice the learnt skills? to make to become good at the
course of this module (Speaking chosen skill
Strand)
Eg. I would like to become a I would like to give a speech on I will participate in class everyday
confident speaker. founders day in my school. and will also practice speaking in
front of my parents at home.
1.
2.
3.
To be filled on Day 5
To be filled on Day 5
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Part B : Wishlist Reflection | Day 8
On a scale of 1-10, rate your performance on your wish list of Module 1:
1.
2.
3.
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MODULE 2 | WRITING STRAND
Applying the Yellow Hat thinking framework to the benefits of good writing skills could lead to some
positive and optimistic thinking about how good writing skills can benefit you. Here are some potential
benefits to consider:
▢ Communication: Good writing skills enable effective communication, allowing me to express my thoughts
and ideas clearly and cohesively to others. This can enhance my personal and professional relationships
and help me succeed in my career.
▢ Education: Good writing skills are essential for success in education, as it often requires clear and concise
writing to convey complex ideas and arguments.
▢ Career advancement: Good writing skills are highly valued in the workplace and can help me stand out
among my peers, leading to career advancement opportunities.
▢ Personal growth: Developing strong writing skills can be a form of personal growth and self-expression,
allowing me to explore my creativity and share my unique perspective with others.
▢ Critical thinking: Good writing skills require critical thinking and analysis, enabling me to assess complex
information, identify key points, and communicate them effectively to others.
▢ Other:
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Part A3: White Hat | Day 1
What aspects of your writing need improvement?
Applying the White Hat framework encourages objective and factual thinking, which can be useful in
identifying areas of weakness in your writing. Here are some potential aspects of your writing that you can
evaluate objectively:
▢ Grammar and syntax: Reviewing my writing for errors in grammar and syntax can help me identify areas
where I may need improvement.
▢ Clarity and coherence: Assessing the clarity and coherence of my writing can help me identify areas
where my writing may be unclear or difficult to follow.
▢ Use of vocabulary: Examining ny use of vocabulary can help me identify areas where I may need to
expand my vocabulary or use more appropriate language for my intended audience.
▢ Structure and organization: Reviewing the structure and organization of my writing can help me identify
areas where I may need to improve the flow of my ideas or create a more logical and organized structure.
▢ Tone and style: Evaluating the tone and style of my writing can help me identify areas where I may need to
adjust my writing to better match my intended audience or purpose.
B. Measurable: I will
▢ aim to write at least ____ words per day, increasing to ______ words per day by _______ [month/ date].
▢ seek the feedback from ______________________________ [peers / teachers / friends] ______ [number] in a
________ [period - week / month] and track the number of errors I make in my writing over time.
▢ aim to complete _________ [number] grammar quiz __________ [per day/week] , and track my progress in
terms of the number of questions I answer correctly. [extra benefit section of the SRB]
▢ use free online tools to help identity errors and areas of opportunity [grammarly / ProWritingAid / Hemingway
Editor/ Language Tool / Grammarcheck.net]
▢ Other
C. Achievable: I will
▢ set aside a dedicated block of time (__________________ [identify time]) each day for writing practice, and
eliminate distractions such as social media, TV, phone during that time.
▢ start with shorter writing tasks and gradually increase the length and complexity of my writing as I improve.
▢ enlist the help of a friend or family member (__________________ [identify person]) to hold me accountable
and motivate me to stick to my writing goals.
▢ Other
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D. Relevant: I will
▢ start with focussing on ___________________, which i believe will help me in my ____________ [exams /
work / email communication / creative writing hobby / etc]
▢ then move on to focussing on ___________________, which i believe will help me in my ____________
[exams / work email communication / creative writing hobby / etc]
▢ next focus on ___________________, which i believe will help me in my ____________ [exams / work /
email communication / creative writing hobby / etc]
▢ Other:
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
It's important to consider potential obstacles and challenges that may arise when trying to improve your
writing skills.
▢ Lack of motivation or discipline: It's possible that you may struggle to stick to your writing goals, because
not every piece / draft will live up to your expectations.
▢ Difficulty measuring progress: While tracking your word count and seeking feedback can be helpful, it
may be difficult to gauge whether you are truly improving your writing skills.
▢ Over Reliance on online tools: While online grammar tools can be helpful, it's important to avoid
becoming overly reliant on them. You should still aim to develop your own knowledge and understanding
of grammar and syntax so that you can write effectively even without the use of these tools.
▢ Burnout or overwhelmed: If you set overly ambitious goals or try to improve too many aspects of your
writing at once, you may become overwhelmed or burn out.
▢ Other
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▢ Difficulty measuring progress: I can
___________________________________________________________
▢ Other_____________________________: I can
___________________________________________________
Actionable Area Your How happy are you with the investment
score and the progress that you have made?
1.
2.
3.
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Part B2: Self-reflection - Spoken Language Progression | Day 8
1. What aspects of spoken communication have you been working on since you made your plan?
4. How often did you practice (count only if it was a conscious and substantial effort)?
⬚ multiple time a day ⬚ once a day ⬚ once in 2 days
⬚ few times a week ⬚ once a week ⬚ not even once a week
5. What are you struggling with? What are you doing to overcome those challenges? How can your facilitator
help? Note: If you believe your facilitator can help you, please approach him/her at a mutually convenient
time.
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Review the language development plan you made in M1:D8 (SRB Part B) and add writing elements to improve
overall communication. Consider the investments that you will make to achieve your goals. Also identify
opportunities for practicing said skills.
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MODULE 3 | LISTENING STRAND
2.
3.
What investment are you willing to make to become good at the chosen skill?
Eg. I will make a peer learning group with my FEA classmates and will meet twice in the week to discuss and practice
listening
1.
2.
Actionable Area Your How happy are you with the investment and the
score progress that you have made?
Eg. Focus clearly, without bias on what is Eg. My team was able to meet only once a week. Those
being communicated by the speaker. meetings were very productive as everyone was engaged
and we always had good topics to ideate on.
1.
2.
3.
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What could you have done better?
Measurable: How will you measure whether you have done what you had set out to do and your progress?
Relevant: How can you be certain that the actions you have committed to undertake will improve your
listening skills?
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MODULE 4 | READING STRAND
➩ Keep a target that is easy to perform (BJ Fogg floss one tooth: Reading eg. - read one page)
Consider some of the barriers that may come in the way of your daily reading. Is your reading goal small
enough to overcome these barriers?
➩ Embed it into a routine (BJ Fogg does two pushups after visiting the bathroom: Reading eg. read a page after
eating)
Consider when you will perform your tiny habit? What will you link it to?
➩ Make it grow (BJ Fogg sometimes flosses more than one tooth)
Consider the conditions under which you can read more than your target.
Parameter Your How happy are you with the investment and
Score the progress that you have made?
Reading interest
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What could you have done better?
Measurable: What is the specific target or goal that you want to achieve? (Eg. to read one book a week or to
increase your reading speed by 10 words per minute).
How will you measure your progress? (Eg.Will you track the number of books you read, the time it takes you
to finish a book, or your comprehension level?)
Achievable: Is your goal achievable and realistic given your current reading level and available time? Do you
have the necessary resources, such as books or online materials, to support your plan?
Relevant: How will achieving your reading goals fit into your larger personal or professional goals?
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MODULE 5 | LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY FEEDBACK
Grammar Rarely makes common Make some common Make lots of common
Common grammatical errors grammatical errors and grammatical errors. Is grammatical errors. Is
(Word order, Articles, is able to correct most able to realize and unable to realize and
Prepositions - to/ for, of them. correct these mistakes. correct these mistakes.
Adverbs, question
formation)
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MODULE 6 | LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT REFLECTION | SPEAKING STRAND
Areas of Opportunity
Language Investment as per plan Current Status (per Module 6) Actual investment made % Goal
Development Goal Achieved
(Per M1)
Reflection
If current status < 75%, identify reasons:
Language goal was too ambitious Language goal was too ambitious
Language goal was reasonable, but my efforts were not focuses Language goal was reasonable, but my efforts were not focuses
Investments goal was too ambitious Investments goal was too ambitious
Investment goal was reasonable, but I was not able to organize myself Investment goal was reasonable, but I was not able to organize myself
properly properly
If current status > 75%, celebrate your success and create positive energy.
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How do you plan to continue improving your speaking skills?
To answer this section, please consider the following:
1. What areas of your speaking skills do you wish to improve?
2. What resources (eg. peer support, reading resources, MOOCs etc.) will you use to achieve your target?
3. How much time will you take out of your routine to improve on this skill development plan?
4. How do you plan to measure your progress?
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MODULE 7 | LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT REFLECTION | WRITING STRAND
Areas of Opportunity
Language Investment as per plan Current Status (per Module 7) Actual investment made % Goal Achieved
Development Goal
(per M2)
Reflection
Language goal was too ambitious Language goal was too ambitious
Language goal was reasonable, but my efforts were not focused Language goal was reasonable, but my efforts were not focuses
Investments goal was too ambitious Investments goal was too ambitious
Investment goal was reasonable, but I was not able to organize myself Investment goal was reasonable, but I was not able to organize myself
properly properly
If current status > 75%, celebrate your success and create positive energy.
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How do you plan to continue improving your writing skills?
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MODULE 8 | LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT REFLECTION | LISTENING STRAND
Blue Hat (Testing waters) - What do you think about your listening comprehension skill?
White Hat - What are the methods/ actions that can help you improve your listening? (facts)
Yellow Hat - How much time and effort are you willing to put in listening practices?
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Red Hat - How confident are you about the actions that you have identified and your commitment to improve your listening comprehension skill (consider your response
to the previous hats before answering this question)?
Black Hat - What could go wrong in the plan? What can you do to ensure that the commitments made by you are upheld?
Green Hat - If your confidence level about your commitment is low/medium, what changes should be made to the commitments to increase the confidence level?
Blue Hat - What changes can you make to your schedule/ behavior (tiny habit) to deliver on your commitment?
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MODULE 8 | LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT REFLECTION | LISTENING STRAND
Areas of Opportunity
Language Investment as per plan Current Status (per Module 8) Actual investment made % Goal Achieved
Development Goal
(per M3)
Reflection
If current status < 75%, identify reasons:
Language goal was too ambitious Language goal was too ambitious
Language goal was reasonable, but my efforts were not focuses Language goal was reasonable, but my efforts were not focuses
Investments goal was too ambitious Investments goal was too ambitious
Investment goal was reasonable, but I was not able to organize myself Investment goal was reasonable, but I was not able to organize myself
properly properly
If current status > 75%, celebrate your success and create positive energy.
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How do you plan to continue improving your listening skills?
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MODULE 9 | LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT REFLECTION |
READING STRAND
Part A: Goal Setting: Questioning, Planning & Problem Solving Toolkit (QPPT) | Day 3
Use the Six Thinking Hats framework to think about your current reading abilities and developing tiny habits to
become better readers:
Six Thinking Hats
Blue Hat - Reflect on your current reading habits. What changes would you like to make?
How can you create a conducive reading environment at home and at school?
Yellow Hat - What positive outcomes can result from improving your reading habits (academically or at
work)?
White Hat - What are some characteristics of effective readers? How much time should be dedicated to
reading each day?
Red Hat - How do you currently feel about your reading habits (What emotions arise when you think about
improving your reading habits)?
Green Hat - What strategies can you implement to develop better reading habits?
How can you create a reading schedule or set aside dedicated reading time?
Black Hat - What challenges or obstacles do you face in developing good reading habits?
Are there any distractions or time-wasting activities that hinder your reading?
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Part B: FLT Feedback of Gratitude Video | Day 7
Grammar Observations
Pronunciation Observations
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MODULE 9 | LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT REFLECTION | READING STRAND
Areas of Opportunity
Language Investment as per plan Current Status (per Module9) Actual investment made % Goal Achieved
Development Goal
(per M4)
Reflection
If current status < 75%, identify reasons:
Language goal was too ambitious Language goal was too ambitious
Language goal was reasonable, but my efforts were not focused Language goal was reasonable, but my efforts were not focuses
Investments goal was too ambitious Investments goal was too ambitious
Investment goal was reasonable, but I was not able to organize myself Investment goal was reasonable, but I was not able to organize myself
properly properly
If current status > 75%, celebrate your success and create positive energy.
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How do you plan to continue improving your reading skills?
To answer this section, please consider the following:
5. What areas of your reading skill do you wish to improve? (e.g - reading speed, reading comprehension, vocabulary, Lexile levels)
6. What resources (eg. practice on ReadTheory, read more books (mention what types of book you will read), where will you source your reading resources from)
will you use to achieve your target?
7. How much time will you take out of your routine to improve on this skill development plan?
8. How do you plan to measure your progress?
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Module O: Day 1 - Know your Capitals
Part A: Reflections of the Intermediate Level
Lesson Name Reasons for selection
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
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Module O: Day 6 - Introduction to Advanced Level
Part A: Target Skills
On the left side of the table are some skills that you will develop in the advanced program. On the right side are
some examples of ways in which you can demonstrate those skills, but are not correctly matched. Read,
understand and match the following:
Soft Skills (Empathy, Resilience 🎓Academic: Make academic choices to achieve ikegai.
& Self Management)
🎯Employment: Pursue professional goals based on passion.
🤝Social: Build strong relationships with like minded people.
Digital Literacy 🎓Academic: Achieve academic goals without influence from family & friends.
🎯Employment: Accomplish organizational goals with little to no supervision.
🤝Social: Have the conviction to do what is right.
Establish link between personal 🎓Academic: Achieve balance - academic, extracurricular & social goals.
and professional goals
🎯Employment: Increase efficiency and productivity at the workplace.
🤝Social: Achieve work life balance.
Leadership and management 🎓Academic: Access latest information from a variety of sources.
skills
🎯Employment: These skills are necessary for all white collar jobs.
🤝Social: Create global networks.
Problem solving skills 🎓Academic: Build good learning habits.
🎯Employment: Continuously improve to remain relevant.
🤝Social: Adapt to new social norms with ease.
Independent mindedness 🎓Academic: Stay motivated during exams.
🎯Employment: Work under pressure to achieve workplace success.
🤝Social: Build better relations with your family and friends.
Collaboration skills 🎓Academic: Display critical thinking & creativity to become a top student.
🎯Employment: Find ways to lead people and achieve organizational goals.
🤝Social: Be recognised as a person with solutions.
Time management 🎓Academic: Build life skills by organizing school events/clubs.
🎯Employment: Motivate colleagues and help them achieve organization goals.
🤝Social: Build, maintain and guide social networks.
Building productive habits of 🎓Academic: Build skills through academic and extracurricular group activities.
the mind
🎯Employment: Work in teams to achieve success at work.
🤝Social: Gain respect by contributing to organizational and social goals.
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Part B: Team Strategy - Key Points for winning the Elemental Cup
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Module 1: Day 1 - Looking Ahead
Part A: Word list
Each day of this Module, the facilitator will identify commonly mispronounced words by the class and will ask
you to add to this list. Please add them to this list
1. Face/Phase 13.
2. Race/Raise 14.
3. Fill/Feel 15.
4. Still/Steal 16.
5. Set/Sat 17.
6. Snack/Snake 18.
7. Taste/Test 19.
8. Vest/Best 20.
9. Cop/Cope 21.
11. 23.
12. 24.
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Module 1: Day 2: Field a Question
PART A: Rate your peers as a speaker? (followup reviews in module 3 and 5)
Use the following table to rate your peers on their spoken language ability. Please be honest in your feedback as
your assessment will provide valuable insights to your friend on his/her spoken language capabilities. After your
assessment, have a discussion with the person you have rated and explain the score you have awarded for each
parameter. Be ready to provide anecdotal evidence to justify your reasoning.
Reviewers Name: _________________
Low Clarity (1-3): Difficulty expressing ideas, frequent use of filler words,
hesitating, and difficult for listeners to understand.
Moderate Clarity (4-7): Able to clearly express basic ideas, limited use of filler
Clarity words, easy for listeners to understand the general message.
High Clarity (8-10): Extremely articulate, able to express complex ideas clearly,
confident and effective use of language, easy for listeners to understand and
retain information.
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Module 1: Day 3 - The Third Eye
Part A: The Explanation Game
See
I See the following…
Think
Sample Think questions Why do you think that?
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Wonder
What do you find interesting, puzzling, or intriguing about the picture?
What would you like to know more about related to the picture?
If you could ask the creator of the picture a question, what would it be?
What are some larger questions or issues that the picture raises for you?
How might the picture impact or be related to the world around us?
Can you use prepositions correctly? Test your understanding with this grammar quiz.
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Module 1: Day 4 - Envisioning the Future
Part A: Word list
S.No. Minimal Pair S.No. Minimal Pair
1. Still/Steal 9. Mall/Mole
3. Was/Vase 11.
4. Wine/Vine 12.
5. Bed/Bad 13.
6. Lack/Lake 14.
7. Sale/Sell 15.
8. Very/Berry 16.
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Module 1: Day 5 - Personal Bridges
Part A: Word list
1. There/Their 9. Coal/Call
3. Bit/Beat 11.
5. Hat/Hate 13.
6. Gate/Get 14.
7. Not/Note 15.
8. Vent/Bent 16.
Rubric
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Part C: Elocution Speech: Key Points - Personal Bridges
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Module 1: Day 6 - Practice Time
Part A: Speech Writing - Key Points, Claims and Evidence
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Part B: Speech Writing - Draft
Guidelines based on the Elocution Rubric (Excellent Criteria):
Overall Structure: The presentation has a clear and well-organized structure, including an engaging
introduction, a well-structured main body that flows smoothly from one point to the next, and a conclusion that
ties together the main points.
Supporting evidence: Provides clear, relevant and convincing anecdotal / supporting evidence for all main
points in the presentation.
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Part C: Feedback on Practice Speech (FLOW)
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Module 1: Day 7 - Final Practice
Part A: Word list
1. Breathe/Breeze 11.
2. Cloth/Close 12.
3. Stall/Stole 13.
4. Cot/Coat 14.
5. Live/Leave 15.
6. Ten/Tan 16.
7. Mac/Make 17.
8. Aid/Ed 18.
9. Van/Ban 19.
Questions Score
3. What can a speaker do to make it easier for listeners to decode their speech?
Shout at the top of his/her voice
Be animated and highly energetic __/1
Give contextual and prosodic cues
Use complex vocabulary and phrases
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4. Choose the elements of a rhetorical situation. (Multiple answers possible)
Audience
Culture __/1
Purpose
Memory
5. How will you make sure that you are writing your speech for the ears not for the eyes?
(Multiple answers possible)
By using technical words
__/2
By using appropriate prosody
By using short sentences
By selecting vocabulary understood by audience
6. How will you make sure that you are writing your speech for the ears not for the eyes?
(Multiple answers possible)
Persuade the listener to do or believe something
__/2
Make compelling presentations
Make false statements sound convincing
Deliver engaging speeches
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Part C: Feedback on Practice Speech (FLOW)
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Module 1: Day 8 - The Elocution Contest
Part A: Preposition Quiz:
1. We walked ______ the edge of the desert.
Please select 2 correct answers
▢ as far as ▢ up to ▢ until
3. I don’t know how she manages to support such a large family. She has nothing ______ her pension.
▢ besides ▢ except ▢ apart from ▢ All of the above
7. They live ______ a small one bedroom flat ______ the third floor.
▢ in, in ▢ on, on ▢ in, on ▢ on, in
9. Last year, there were a large number of mangoes ______ the tree.
▢ in ▢ at ▢ on ▢ with
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Module 2: Day 1 - Thinking Hats
Part A: Six Thinking Hats - BDA Exercise
Before
During
After
How can they apply what they learned to other situations or tasks?
___________________________________
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Part B: Preposition Quiz
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Module 2: Day 2 - Story Elements
Part A: Word list
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Part C: The Wordsmith Checklist
Marking Scheme: No Error: 2 points, 1 Error: 1 point: 2 errors, no points will be given for that parameter.
Parameter / Points 2 pt 1 pt 0 pt
Have prepositions been used correctly to accurately convey thoughts and ideas and to
help the reader visualize the text better?
Have adverbs been employed to make the text engaging & specific?
Are there any errors in the past, present, and future tense?
Does the writing have a clear and logical structure (introduction, main body,
conclusion) that makes it easy to follow and understand ?
Total
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Just then an armored car came across the bridge and advanced slowly up the street. It stopped on the opposite
side of the street, fifty yards ahead. The sniper could hear the dull panting of the motor. His heart beat faster. It
was an enemy car. He wanted to fire, but he knew it was useless. His bullets would never pierce the steel that
covered the gray monster.Then round the corner of a side street came an old woman, her head covered by a
tattered shawl. She began to talk to the man in the turret of the car. She was pointing to the roof where the sniper
lay. An informer.
The turret opened. A man's head and shoulders appeared, looking toward the sniper. The sniper raised his rifle
and fired. The head fell heavily on the turret wall. The woman darted toward the side street. The sniper fired
again. The woman whirled round and fell with a shriek into the gutter.
Suddenly from the opposite roof a shot rang out and the sniper dropped his rifle with a curse. The rifle clattered
to the roof. The sniper thought the noise would wake the dead. He stooped to pick the rifle up. He couldn't lift it.
His forearm was dead. "I'm hit," he muttered.
Dropping flat onto the roof, he crawled back to the parapet. With his left hand he felt the injured right forearm.
The blood was oozing through the sleeve of his coat. There was no pain--just a deadened sensation, as if the arm
had been cut off.
Quickly he drew his knife from his pocket, opened it on the breastwork of the parapet, and ripped open the
sleeve. There was a small hole where the bullet had entered. On the other side there was no hole. The bullet had
lodged in the bone. It must have fractured it. He bent the arm below the wound. the arm bent back easily. He
ground his teeth to overcome the pain.
Then taking out his field dressing, he ripped open the packet with his knife. He broke the neck of the iodine
bottle and let the bitter fluid drip into the wound. A paroxysm of pain swept through him. He placed the cotton
wadding over the wound and wrapped the dressing over it. He tied the ends with his teeth.
Then he lay still against the parapet, and, closing his eyes, he made an effort of will to overcome the pain. In the
street beneath all was still. The armored car had retired speedily over the bridge, with the machine gunner's head
hanging lifeless over the turret. The woman's corpse lay still in the gutter.
The sniper lay still for a long time nursing his wounded arm and planning escape. Morning must not find him
wounded on the roof. The enemy on the opposite roof covered his escape. He must kill that enemy and he could
not use his rifle. He had only a revolver to do it. Then he thought of a plan.
Taking off his cap, he placed it over the muzzle of his rifle. Then he pushed the rifle slowly upward over the
parapet, until the cap was visible from the opposite side of the street. Almost immediately there was a report,
and a bullet pierced the center of the cap. The sniper slanted the rifle forward. The cap clipped down into the
street. Then catching the rifle in the middle, the sniper dropped his left hand over the roof and let it hang,
lifelessly. After a few moments he let the rifle drop to the street. Then he sank to the roof, dragging his hand
with him.
Crawling quickly to his feet, he peered up at the corner of the roof. His ruse had succeeded. The other sniper,
seeing the cap and rifle fall, thought that he had killed his man. He was now standing before a row of chimney
pots, looking across, with his head clearly silhouetted against the western sky.
The Republican sniper smiled and lifted his revolver above the edge of the parapet. The distance was about fifty
yards--a hard shot in the dim light, and his right arm was paining him like a thousand devils. He took a steady
aim. His hand trembled with eagerness. Pressing his lips together, he took a deep breath through his nostrils and
fired. He was almost deafened with the report and his arm shook with the recoil.
Then when the smoke cleared, he peered across and uttered a cry of joy. His enemy had been hit. He was reeling
over the parapet in his death agony. He struggled to keep his feet, but he was slowly falling forward as if in a
dream. The rifle fell from his grasp, hit the parapet, fell over, bounded off the pole of a barber's shop beneath
and then clattered on the pavement.
Then the dying man on the roof crumpled up and fell forward. The body turned over and over in space and hit
the ground with a dull thud. Then it lay still.
The sniper looked at his enemy falling and he shuddered. The lust of battle died in him. He became bitten by
remorse. The sweat stood out in beads on his forehead. Weakened by his wound and the long summer day of
fasting and watching on the roof, he revolted from the sight of the shattered mass of his dead enemy. His teeth
chattered, he began to gibber to himself, cursing the war, cursing himself, cursing everybody.
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He looked at the smoking revolver in his hand, and with an oath he hurled it to the roof at his feet. The revolver
went off with a concussion and the bullet whizzed past the sniper's head. He was frightened back to his senses
by the shock. His nerves steadied. The cloud of fear scattered from his mind and he laughed.
Taking the whiskey flask from his pocket, he emptied it into a drought. He felt reckless under the influence of
the spirit. He decided to leave the roof now and look for his company commander to report. Everywhere around
was quiet. There was not much danger in going through the streets. He picked up his revolver and put it in his
pocket. Then he crawled down through the skylight to the house underneath.
When the sniper reached the laneway on the street level, he felt a sudden curiosity as to the identity of the
enemy sniper whom he had killed. He decided that he was a good shot, whoever he was. He wondered if he
knew him. Perhaps he had been in his own company before the split in the army. He decided to risk going over
to have a look at him. He peered around the corner into O'Connell Street. In the upper part of the street there
was heavy firing, but around here all was quiet.
The sniper darted across the street. A machine gun tore up the ground around him with a hail of bullets, but he
escaped. He threw himself face downward beside the corpse. The machine gun stopped.
Then the sniper turned over the dead body and looked into his brother's face.
Source: https://www.classicshorts.com/stories/sniper.html
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Module 2: Day 3 - Step In Someone else’s shoe
Part A: Selecting key points
The setting of the scene is of a war zone. You are a farmer / student / mother / sports person / peace loving
patriot residing in the war zone and your life has been impacted. Write a story from your perspective using the
SRBST framework. Before writing your story complete the table below to identify the key points of your story.
S (Somebody) ▢ farmer ▢ student ▢ mother
Select assigned character ▢ sports person ▢ peace loving patriot
W (Wanted)
What does my character
want?
B (But)
What are the challenges?
S (So)
What do I do?
T (Then)
How does it end?
Beginning:
________________________________________________________________________________
Body:
____________________________________________________________________________________
Ending:
___________________________________________________________________________________
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Part C: My Story
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Part E: Adverbs of Time Quiz
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Module 2: Day 4 - Perspective Building
Part A: Topics
House Issues
Issue #2: Statistical evidence suggests that digital payment is on the rise.
Your view as
Villagers
Urban society
Labour contractor
Government
Owner of a digital payments company
Issue#4: An entrepreneur who launched the water ATM facility, where people can draw a
liter of clean water for as little as Rs 5.
Your views as
Villagers who don’t have enough drinkable water
People who can afford clean water
Municipal Corporation who claims to provide clean water
Government
Person who is below the poverty line
Perspective:
______________________________________________________________________________________
Key Points:
1.
2.
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3.
Introduction
Key point:
________________________________________________________________________________
Subordinate point 1:
________________________________________________________________________
Subordinate point 2:
________________________________________________________________________
Body 1
Key point:
________________________________________________________________________________
Subordinate point 1:
________________________________________________________________________
Subordinate point 2:
________________________________________________________________________
Evidences:
________________________________________________________________________________
Body 2
Key point:
________________________________________________________________________________
Subordinate point 1:
________________________________________________________________________
Subordinate point 2:
________________________________________________________________________
Evidences:
________________________________________________________________________________
Ending
Key point:
________________________________________________________________________________
Subordinate point 1:
________________________________________________________________________
Subordinate point 2:
________________________________________________________________________
Possible adverbs that can be used:
____________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
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Part D: Essay
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Part E: Peer Feedback
Areas of Opportunity:
1.
2.
Score based on Rubric: _____ / 18
Certainty of an action
Somewhere - I left my phone somewhere in this
room.
Certainty of state
Obviously - "It's obviously a fake painting."
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Module 2: Day 5 - Use a Blue Pencil
Part A: Word List
5. Great 13.
8. Opportunity 16.
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Part C: Adverbs of Degree Quiz
1. She was _____ surprised when she heard the news.
▢ very ▢ hardly ▢ almost ▢ slightly
2. I'm __________ certain that I left my keys on the kitchen counter.
▢ hardly ▢ quite ▢ barely ▢ completely
3. The sun was __________ hot that day, I had to wear a hat and sunglasses.
▢ fairly ▢ barely ▢ extremely ▢ totally
4. She was __________ thrilled when she found out she got the job.
▢ completely ▢ fairly ▢ absolutely ▢ hardly
5. The man was __________ engaged in his work, he didn't notice the thief come in.
▢ fairly ▢ completely ▢ hardly ▢ nearly
6. We're __________ ready to leave, we just need to grab our bags.
▢ totally ▢ fairly ▢ absolutely ▢ hardly
7. We can't go to the movies tonight, I'm __________ certain that I'll be able to finish this project by then.
▢ not ▢ quite ▢ fairly ▢ completely
8. I've __________ finished cleaning the house, I just need to sweep the floors.
▢ barely ▢ very ▢ almost ▢ totally
9. He __________ passed the exam, he got a 40% (passing grade).
▢ hardly ▢ barely ▢ nearly ▢ completely
10. I __________ recognized her in the crowd, she had changed so much since the last time I saw her.
▢ hardly ▢ completely ▢ fairly ▢ quite
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Module 2: Day 6 - Proofreading
Part A: Word List
1. Have 9. Fade
5. Apollo 13.
6. Apologize 14.
2. A claim is…
A statement of fact
An assertion you can not support with evidence __/1
An important piece of evidence that supports your main point
The logical connection that your audience must make to understand your assertion
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5. What could be the impact on the audience of a speech that has too many key points?
The audience will... (Multiple answers possible)
find it hard to remember the key points
__/2
get distracted and lose interest
be focused and will try to remember all important information
consider the speaker fully prepared for his/her speech
6. Which piece of evidence could be used to support this claim: High school students
should be required to wear uniforms. (Choose only one answer)
After adding all costs, one set of school uniform could end up costing more than Rs.
500
A student reported, "Allowing us to wear our own clothes gives us a chance to show our __/2
unique style and independence."
At one school district that recently required students to wear uniforms, attendance rates
went up and behavior incidents went down
School uniforms can be ordered online
7. Read the argument below from a person arguing for city action at a council meeting: We
should build a separate bike lane because the current road is dangerous for cyclists.
Currently, cyclists like myself, can not get to work on time. I end up having to rush and
might lose my job due to chronic tardiness.
Identify the biggest problem with the above argument: (Multiple answers possible) __/2
The speaker does not present statistics to support his claim
The arrangement is confusing
The argument is too wordy
The evidence does not relate to the claim
Marking Scheme: Please see Appendix 1 in SRB for the correct answers.
For 1 mark questions, give yourself 1 point for every correct answer and 0 points for every incorrect answer.
For 2 mark questions, give yourself:
● ½ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 2 correct answers.
● ⅓ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 3 correct answers.
● ¼ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 4 correct answers.
Read the appendix carefully as it may provide you with clues on why a specific answer is correct. After you
have completed your self-assessment, tally your total scores and write it in the ‘Total Scores’ row.
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Part C: Practice Proofreading
Circle the errors and use the extra space between the lines to write the correct form.
With the invention of the personal computer and Internet a new age to comunication has began. Now people
can communicate fastly and more easy than ever before, writing, editing and storing the information had
become quick and easy. It was no longer necessary to write draft after draft when changes could be made so
easily using to a Word Processor program, Messageses can now be sent anywhere in the world at no time,
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Module 2: Day 7 - Getting Ready for the Contest
Part A: Diagrammatic Representation: Writing Process
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Part B: Diagrammatic Representation: Presentation
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Part C: Quiz: Adverbs of Time
7. The drought lasted many months, but the rains _______ came.
▢ ever ▢ already ▢ eventually
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Module 2: Day 8 - The Wordsmith Writing Contest
Part A: Identifying Key Points
Use this section to arrange key points, identify subordinate points and manage its overall flow. If your essay
includes some claims, think about how you will present the evidence in an engaging way.
Key Points:
1.
2.
3.
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Part C: Draft Submission
Topic: __________________________________________________________
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Part D: Final Submission
Topic: __________________________________________________________
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Part E: Adverb Quiz
1. This bag is big ______.
▢ very ▢ enough ▢ awfully
2. Our teacher is _______ friendly.
▢ always ▢ extremely ▢ very
3. We _______ have enough work.
▢ purely ▢ fully ▢ hardly
4. I _____ have enough money.
▢ closely ▢ badly ▢ very
5. Are you _______ here?
▢ completely ▢ almost ▢ very
6. We ______ love living in New York.
▢ absolutely ▢ really ▢ both
7. The price is ______ good.
▢ fairly ▢ strongly ▢ far
8. The food is _______ good.
▢ extremely ▢ least ▢ most
Source: www.englishclub.com
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Module 3: Day 1 -Active Listening
Part A: Word list
1. Breath/Breathe 9. Mad/Made
3. Chick/Cheek 11.
4. Men/Man 12.
5. Man/Main 13.
6. Vroom/Broom 14.
7. Laid/Led 15.
8. Stall/Stole 16.
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Part C: Quiz: Question Formation
Please carefully read each given statement. Your task is to rewrite each statement as a question where the
original statement would be the answer.
Source: www.englisch-hilfen
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Module 3: Day 2 - Listen to Learn
Part A: Word list
1. Chit/Cheat 9. Heart/Hurt
3. Bran/Brain 11.
4. Tale/Tell 12.
5. Vow/Bow 13.
6. Cot/Coat 14.
7. Breath/Breathe 15.
8. Dip/Deep 16.
Content
- Clarity of main message and supporting points
- Logical organization and coherence
Delivery
- Confidence and poise
- Vocal Clarity
- Effective use of non verbal communication (eye
contact, gestures)
Impact
- Ability to inspire, persuade and inform
- Call to action or key takeaways
- Overall impression or memorability
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2. not do like I Mondays
________________________________________________
Source: www.englisch-hilfen.de/en/
are do
Was Did
were did
was did
Are Do
did was
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7. When______________ you born?
were did
is does
Are Do
Do Are
Source: https://www.eltbase.com/quiz/097_13.htm
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Module 3: Day 3 - Listening Matters!
Part A: Describing People
Listen to two students talking about the teachers at their college. Match the teacher’s names to the photos.
Mrs King Mr. Parker Mr.Willis Mr. Johnson
Source: www.examenglish.com
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Part B: Afford Feedback
Feedback provided by _____________________
Criteria Score Rationale (Focus on Excellent and Fair ratings only)
Attention
Focus
Feelings
Observe
Restate or
Rephrase
Determine
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a. That is my pen. Give to me it.
b. That is my pen. Give it to me.
6. Which of the two sentences below shows correct English word order?
a. Never I eat breakfast.
b. I never eat breakfast.
7. Which of the two sentences below shows correct English word order?
a. I did quickly my homework.
b. I quickly did my homework.
8. Which of the two sentences below shows correct English word order?
a. He drew for his mother a picture.
b. He drew a picture for his mother.
9. Which of the two sentences below shows correct English word order?
a. You played yesterday very well.
b. You played very well yesterday.
10. Which of the two sentences below shows correct English word order?
a. I showed my new music player to my friend.
b. I showed to my friend my new music player.
Source: esl.fis.edu/grammar
Part D: Question Formation Quiz
Please carefully read each given statement. Your task is to rewrite each statement as a question where the
original statement would be the answer.
Source: www.english-4u.de/en
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Module 3: Day 4 - Key of Communication
Part A: Word List
Attention
Focus
Feelings
Observe
Restate or
Rephrase
Determine
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Part C: Learning Reflection: See | Think | Wonder
Match the images to the following words:
▢ Attention ▢Focus ▢Feelings ▢Observe ▢Rephrase & Restate ▢ Determine
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Part D: Word Order Quiz
Read each sentence carefully and choose the option that correctly places the words in the sentence. Select the
most appropriate word order for each sentence.
1. Every day
I go every day there. I go there every day Either could be used here.
2. Fluently
I want to speak English fluently. I want to speak fluently English.
3. Since
He's been since three o'clock here. He's been here since three o'clock.
4. Probably
I probably won't have time to do it. I won't probably have time to do it.
5. Never
I've never met her. I've met her never.
6. There
I went last week there. I went there last week.
7. Own
I did it on my own. I did on my own it.
8. Often
Do you come here often? Do often you come here?
9. Hard
He worked hard all week. He worked all week hard.
10. Well
The computer system worked well. The computer system well worked.
12. Where
Could you tell me where is she? Could you tell me where she is?
Source: https://www.usingenglish.com/quizzes/119.html
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Part E: Question Formation Quiz
Fill in the correct question word (Who, What, Where, When, Why, How, Which, Whose, Whom, How much,
etc).
10. ________can I get some ice cream? You can get some at the snack bar.
Source: www.english-4u.de/en
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Module 3: Day 5 - Listening Relay
Part A: Word list
1. Ran/Rain 9. Chase/Chess
3. Mate/Met 11.
4. Vote/Boat 12.
5. Fist/Feast 13.
6. Ben/Ban 14.
7. Or/Ore 15.
8. Full/Fool 16.
1. Identify which part of the speech should the speaker 'get the audience's attention, indicate
the purpose and thesis, establish credibility, and preview the speech's main points.'
3. What are some common mistakes that people make when concluding their speech?
Saying that they are going to conclude and then speak for another ten minutes
Providing a sense of closure to the audience __/1
Sounding their final line slower with more pauses between words
Encouraging audience to ask questions
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4. What qualities should good support to claims have? (Multiple answers possible)
5. What are the benefits of highlighting the main ideas of your speech? (Multiple answers
possible)
Provides a roadmap to the audience that is easy to follow
__/2
Adds to the mystery of the speech
Presents a logical structure to the audience
Helps you craft a longer speech
7. Let's say you are delivering a speech on the benefits of MOOC for lifelong learners (One
or more answers are possible) Topic: MOOCs are better than universities for lifelong
learners I. MOOCs offer more courses that are appropriate for lifelong learnersII.
MOOCs better respond to the learning needs of lifelong learners
MOOCs are more flexible: 1) MOOCs are more flexible 2) Universities are not flexible __/2
3) Lifelong learners need flexibility
MOOCs allows lifelong learners to have flexibility as per their learning needs: 1)
University requires set timing and content 2) MOOCs allows self-paced learning 3)
Lifelong learners need self paced learning option
MOOCs are better for lifelong learners: 1)University do not understand the needs of
profession students 2) MOOCs understand the needs of professional students 3)
Professional students should take the MOOCs
Marking Scheme: Please see Appendix 1 in SRB for the correct answers.
For 1 mark questions, give yourself 1 point for every correct answer and 0 points for every incorrect answer.
For 2 mark questions, give yourself:
● ½ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 2 correct answers.
● ⅓ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 3 correct answers.
● ¼ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 4 correct answers.
Read the appendix carefully as it may provide you with clues on why a specific answer is correct. After you
have completed your self-assessment, tally your total scores and write it in the ‘Total Scores’ row.
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Part C: Word Order Quiz
Rearrange the given words to form a grammatically correct and meaningful sentence. Pay attention to the proper
word order and sentence structure.
Source: www.tolearnenglish.com
Source: www.english-4u.de/en
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Module 3: Day 6 - All Ears Listening Contest
Part A: Word list
1. Cat/Kate 9. Fizz/Fees
3. Ben/Ban 11.
4. Late/Let 12.
5. Dan/Drain 13.
6. Serve/Serb 14.
7. Ought/Oat 15.
8. Pull/Pool 16.
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Module 4: Day 1 - Mini Goals
Part A: Word list
3. Photo 11.
4. Photography 12.
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Part D: Quiz: SVA
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Module 4: Day 2 - My Reading Level
Part A: Tiny Habit for Reading
I will read after
_______________________________________________________________________________
I will celebrate by
_____________________________________________________________________________
Marcia’s father disagrees with Marcia's mom. Although he agrees that there are some dangers to it, he likes
the Internet, and finds it to be very useful. "The trouble is," he says, "we just can’t stop Marcia from using the
internet, as this would put her at a disadvantage. Also, I like video games. I think that, when played in
moderation, they are fun. Obviously, it is not good to play them without restraint or self-control. Finally, I
think Marcia needs a cell phone. We can’t take these things away."
In paragraph 2, Marcia's dad says, "We just can’t stop Marcia from using the Internet, as this
would put her at a disadvantage." What does Marcia's dad mean by this? (Craft and Structure)
A. Marcia needs to learn how to use the Internet if she wants to have friends in the future.
Team Fire B. Marcia should not stop using the Internet because this will seriously slow her learning.
C. If a person's ability to use the Internet becomes important in the future, Marcia will be at
a loss.
D. If Marcia does not learn to use the Internet on her own, then she will never learn to
recognize its dangers.
In paragraph 2, Marcia's dad says, "Finally, I think Marcia needs a cell phone." Given what
you know about Marcia’s mother’s concerns, what is the best reason Marcia's dad can provide
to convince Marcia's mom that Marcia needs a cell phone? (Key Ideas and Details)
A. Marcia can use her cell phone to talk to her friends, instead of needing to borrow one of
Team Earth ours.
B. Having a cell phone will teach Marcia how to use new technology.
C. Because all of her friends have one, it would be unfair to disallow Marcia to have a cell
phone.
D. If Marcia is in trouble she can use her cell phone to call for help.
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Marcia plays video games for an hour or two. Then she eats lunch and meets her friends at the
skating rink. That night, Marcia and her friends go to see a movie. (Craft and Structure)
A. On Saturday, Marcia plays video games all evening. The next day, she wakes up early
and goes for a walk through the woods near her house. When her friend calls Marcia,
they talk about what they are going to wear to school on Monday.
Team Air B. Marcia plays video games for an hour or two. Then she eats lunch and meets her friends
at the skating rink. That night, Marcia and her friends go to see a movie.
C. Marcia plays video games all morning. When her friends ask her to play outside, Marcia
tells them that she is too busy and continues to play.
D. Marcia plays video games for an hour every day for five days straight. During these
days, she does not watch any TV.
Which of the following would be the best way for Marcia to change the way her mom thinks
about technology? (Core Standard: Key Ideas and Details)
Team Water A. Read her a newspaper article that talks about the importance of technology.
B. Provide her an instruction manual detailing how the latest cell phone functions.
C. Take her to the library and show her the top five most popular internet websites.
D. Spend the weekend playing video games with her.
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Part D: Quiz: SVA
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Module 4: Day 3 - Mindset Matters!
Part A: Word list
4. Head 12.
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Part D: Quiz: SVA
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Module 4: Day 4 - Power of Habits
Part A: Improving Reading Comprehension
Tip 1:
_______________________________________________________________________________________
Tip 2:
_______________________________________________________________________________________
Tip 3:
_______________________________________________________________________________________
Tip 4:
_______________________________________________________________________________________
Tip 5:
_______________________________________________________________________________________
Tip 6:
_______________________________________________________________________________________
Tip 7:
_______________________________________________________________________________________
Tip 8:
_______________________________________________________________________________________
Tip 9:
_______________________________________________________________________________________
Tip 10:
______________________________________________________________________________________
Invention ___ / 5
Arrangement ___ / 5
Style ___ / 5
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Delivery ___ / 5
1. Evaluate each of the following sentences in present tense form and identify the one with the correct
subject-verb agreement?
a) Someone has my book.
b) Someone have my book.
c) Someone had my book.
d) Someone are getting my book.
2. Evaluate each of the following sentences in present tense form and identify the one with the correct
subject-verb agreement?
a) Everybody know the answer.
b) Everybody knows the answer.
c) Everybody known the answer.
d) Everybody knowing the answer.
3. Evaluate each of the following sentences in present tense form and identify the one with the correct
subject-verb agreement?
a) Anyone can doing it.
b) Anyone can does it.
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c) Anyone can done it.
d) Anyone can do it.
4. Evaluate each of the following sentences in present tense form and identify the one with the correct
subject-verb agreement?
a) Each of the students had a textbook.
b) Each of the students have a textbook.
c) Each of the students has a textbook.
d) Each of the students are reading their textbook.
5. Evaluate each of the following sentences in present tense form and identify the one with the correct
subject-verb agreement?
a) Either of the options am acceptable.
b) Either of the options are acceptable.
c) Either of the options were acceptable.
d) Either of the options is acceptable.
6. Evaluate each of the following sentences in present tense form and identify the one with the correct
subject-verb agreement?
a) Someone else were driving.
b) Someone else are driving.
c) Someone else was driving.
d) Someone else is driving.
7. Evaluate each of the following sentences in present tense form and identify the one with the correct
subject-verb agreement?
a) Nobody knows the answer.
b) Nobody know the answer.
c) Nobody known the answer.
d) Nobody knowing the answer.
8. Evaluate each of the following sentences in present tense form and identify the one with the correct
subject-verb agreement?
a) Neither of the students had a pen.
b) Neither of the students have a pen.
c) Neither of the students has a pen.
d) Neither of the students are looking for a pen.
9. Evaluate each of the following sentences in present tense form and identify the one with the correct
subject-verb agreement?
a) Anything are possible.
b) Anything is possible.
c) Anything was possible.
d) Anything were possible.
10. Evaluate each of the following sentences in present tense form and identify the one with the correct
subject-verb agreement?
a) Some of the cake was eaten.
b) Some of the cake were eaten.
c) Some of the cake has been eaten.
d) Some of the cake have been eaten.
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Module 4: Day 5 - Visual Readers
Part A: Word list
3. Gentle 11.
6. Block 14.
7. Blame 15.
8. Family 16.
S
(Somebody)
W (Wanted)
B (But)
S (So)
T (Then)
Questions Score
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2. Describe voice projection.
Expressing emotions with your voice
Is similar to yelling __/1
Expressing your anger with your voice
Relates to your ability to be heard loud and clear across the room
5. How can the degree of evaluation impact the delivery of your speech? (Multiple answers
possible)
Helps you perform better at your workplace
__/2
Causes anxiety and fear of failure
Prevents you from expressing yourself on stage
Helps you compare with someone with more expertise than you
6. In what ways does practicing proper gestures help you compose physical delivery of your
speech? (Multiple answers possible)
Engages your audience by helping them visualize your message
Emphasizes the main points and delivers the clear message of your speech __/2
Helps you have controlled gestures and draws attention of the audience to the main
message
Allows you to speak faster and louder on the stage
7. Rakesh is a designer for a local glass production facility. While demonstrating new
equipment to customers he forgets what he planned to say. He becomes flustered and his
clients become noticeably annoyed. What should he do to manage his apprehension?
(Multiple answers possible)
Find a comfortable, quiet place to sit or lie down __/2
Pause and take a sip of water
Leave the stage and quit
Take a deep breath and continue speech
Marking Scheme: Please see Appendix 1 in SRB for the correct answers.
For 1 mark questions, give yourself 1 point for every correct answer and 0 points for every incorrect answer.
For 2 mark questions, give yourself:
● ½ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 2 correct answers.
● ⅓ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 3 correct answers.
● ¼ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 4 correct answers.
Read the appendix carefully as it may provide you with clues on why a specific answer is correct. After you
have completed your self-assessment, tally your total scores and write it in the ‘Total Scores’ row.
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Part D: Quiz: Articles
Source: www.englishgrammar.org
Rules:
Compound subject with "either / or" or "neither / nor": If the subjects are connected by "either / or" or
"neither / nor", the verb used in the sentence should agree with the subject closest to the verb. For example,
"Either the cat or the dogs are sleeping on the couch."
Compound subject with "and": If the subjects are connected by "and", the verb used in the sentence should
be plural. For example, "The cat and the dog are sleeping on the couch."
Evaluate each of the following sentences in present tense form and identify the one with the correct
subject-verb agreement?
1. Neither the flowers nor the vase ____ on the table.
a. is
b. are
c. was
d. were
2. Either the dog or the cats ____ the food from the table.
a. stole
b. steals
c. is stealing
d. are stealing
3. Not only the computer but also the printer ____ not working.
a. is
b. are
c. qas
d. were
4. Neither the book nor the movies ____ interesting.
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a. is
b. are
c. was
d. were
5. Either the students or the teacher ____ to blame for the mistake.
a. is
b. are
c. was
d. were
6. The teacher and the students ____ studying for the exam.
a. is
b. are
c. was
d. were
8. Both the manager and the employees ____ responsible for the project.
a. is
b. are
c. was
d. were
10. The dog and the cats ____ playing in the yard.
a. is
b. are
c. was
d. were
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Module 4: Day 6 - The Page Turner Contest
Part A: Word list
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a) A cat, along with her kittens, is sleeping on the bed.
b) A team of doctors are working on a new treatment.
c) A tree, with its branches reaching high, provides shade in the park.
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Module 5: Day 1 - Teacher for a Week
Part A: Notes: MOOC Instruction Video
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Part C: Identifying Verb Tenses
Review the questions below, form sentences and organize them as per the correct tense.
● What do we do regularly (every day)?
● What is one thing your sibling did yesterday that he/she enjoyed?
● What is the first thing you will do tomorrow?
● What do your parents do?
● Share one universal truth…
Past
Present
Future
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Module 5: Day 2 - Perceiving Active Listening
Part A: Word list
S.No. s/sh & j/z/zh Sound S.No. s/sh & j/z/zh Sound
1. So 9. Race
7. Fudge 15.
8. Fuzz 16.
* In Modules 1 - 4, you have learned and applied all the concepts from the entire MOOC. During this time
you would have tried out some of the techniques and would want to try out others. You are encouraged to use
these teach back sessions to practice these concepts. Use this space to identify those concepts that you would
like to focus on during your teach-back sessions.
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Part C: Quiz: Simple Tense
1. On your return from a holiday in Varanasi, you want to share details about your trip with a friend. How would
you begin your conversation?.
I visited Varanasi last week.
I have visited varanasi last week.
4. Select the main verb in I will play tennis with Harriet tomorrow.
will
play
tennis
6. In the sentence Nature provides exceptions to every rule ‘provides’ is in the simple tense.
True
False
7. I____ the Russian ballet with my mother yesterday. Select the verb which is the simple past tense.
watched
was watching
8. Select the first verb in the sentence My mother had a great deal of trouble with me, but I think she enjoyed it..
had
think
9. True or false? The simple present tense can be used for activities that are not currently happening, and it can
be used for future events.
True
False
10. The sentence Our patience will achieve more than our force is in the:
Simple present tense
Future perfect tense
Simple future tense
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Module 5: Day 3 - Follow the Word
Part A: Word list
S.No. s/sh & j/z/zh Sound S.No. s/sh & j/z/zh Sound
3. Decision 11.
4. Vision 12.
5. Casual 13.
6. Visual 14.
7. Ledger 15.
8. Judge 16.
Part B: Outline
Please use a pencil to write so that you can make changes / corrections.
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Part C: Contest Presentation (Draft)
Please use a pencil to write so that you can make changes / corrections.
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Part D: Quiz: Simple Tense
The simple tense is used for a variety of expressions. Some of them are factual statements (including universal
truths and preferences) and habits.
Examples:
Past Simple Tense Present Simple Tense Future Simple Tense
"The sun rose in the east." "The sun rises in the east." "The sun will rise in the east."
(a general truth) (a general truth) ( a general truth)
She used to walk to work "She walks to work every day." She will walk to work everyday
everyday (a past habit) (a habitual action) starting tomorrow
(a habit in the making)
"He lived in Paris for ten years." He lives in Paris. He will live in Paris (a future
(a completed action in the past) (a current action) action)
He will probably live in Paris (a
probable future action)
Using simple tense in factual statements makes them clear, direct, and easy to understand. It helps convey
information in a straightforward manner, without any added complexity or confusion.
1. Do you _____ chocolate milk?
▢ like ▢ likes ▢ be like
2. He _____ not want to go to the movies.
▢ do ▢ does ▢ is
3. He ____________ now.
▢ playing tennis ▢ wants breakfast ▢ been walking home
4. It _____ a beautiful day today.
▢ is ▢ are ▢ am
5. Sorry, Lisa _____ not here at the moment.
▢ am ▢ is ▢ be
6. They're not here. They ____________ right now.
▢ are going to school ▢ swims at the beach ▢ are on holiday
7. Robert _____ not go to my school.
▢ is ▢ does ▢ are
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Module 5: Day 4 - Read to Learn
Part A:
Clarification questions (ideas concepts you wish to discuss with your housemates)
Presentation ideas / concepts (ideas / concepts you wish to communicate through your presentation_
Review and enhance draft presentation (ideas / concepts that can be used to enhance Draft 1)
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Part C: Steps to Giving & Following Instructions in the Workplace
If you’re a boss, supervisor or manager, you’re probably used to giving a lot of directions at work. But if you’re
not, you may be someone who mostly takes instructions from others. To get a task done properly, there are a few
things we can all do to give and follow directions more effectively.
For some jobs, following step-by-step directions is pertinent, but in the case of working in an office, warehouse,
restaurant, etc., learning how to provide direction properly and knowing how to take direction make for a
smoother and more productive work environment.
Source: https://thinkx.net/blog/5-steps-to-giving-and-following-instructions-in-the-workplace
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Part D: Tenses Quiz
Choose the correct answer.
1. By the time we ____, everyone had left.
arrived
had arrived
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Module 5: Day 5 - Organize your Thoughts
Part A: Word list
S.No. s/sh & j/z/zh Sound S.No. s/sh & j/z/zh Sound
1. Sore 9. Siege
7. Sack 15.
8. Shack 16.
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Part C: Rules for Successful Time Management
While there’s no denying that time management plays a major rule in your success, how can you become a
master of time management? Start by following these rules:
1. Start your day on the right foot. Have a morning routine where you have time to gather your thoughts
and prepare for the day.
2. Have a plan on what you want to accomplish. Set reasonable and practical goals that you can achieve
that day.
3. Break large tasks down. Large and complex tasks can be overwhelming - which leads to
procrastination. Break these down into smaller chunks that are more achievable.
4. Prioritize and eliminate the non-essential. Focus only on your three most urgent and important tasks for
the day and forget everything else. You can add these to your to-do-list.
5. Delegate. If there are tasks you aren’t strong at or dread doing, hand them off to someone else to
complete so that you can focus on more pressing matters.
6. Use timers. A timer can keep you on track when you get distracted or make sure that you don’t spend
too much time on a specific task.
7. Stay organized. Make sure everything has a home and is returned when not in use. This way you aren’t
wasting time looking for an item when you need it.
8. Review your calendar. At the end of each day review your calendar. This way you can plan accordingly
for tomorrow.
9. Spend your downtime wisely. Read, write, learn something new, socialize with friends, volunteer, and
build your network. Do any of these instead of working 24/7 or spending your free time on activities
that don’t contribute to your success.
Adapted from: How Time Management Plays A Major Role In Your Success
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5. She ___ it last week.
has bought
buying
bought
is buying
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Module 5: Day 6 - Unleash your Skills
Part A: Simple Tense Quiz
1. Early signs of the rebirth of civilization in Western Europe _____ to appear in the 11th century as trade _____
again in Italy.
were beginning / will start
began / started
would begin / starts
begin / was starting
began / would be starting
2. When a group _____ to a new country, its members _____ that they have to modify their way of life,
including their celebrations of significant events.
will immigrate / find
immigrated / would find
are immigrating / will be found
immigrates / find
were immigrating / found
3. When he _____ that his nomination would mean competing with his closest friend, he _____ to withdraw.
realizes / will be decided
realized / was deciding
will realize / decides
would realize / decided
realized / decided
4. Computers that once _____ up entire rooms _____ now small enough to put on desktops and into
wristwatches.
took / are
were taking / would be
will take / will be
are taking / will be
would take / are
5. The immune system _____ by distinguishing between the body's own materials and things that _____ foreign
to the body.
is working / were
works / would be
will be working / are
works / are
was working / will be
6. Despite the multiethnic nature of the Balkans it _____ that most inhabitants of the peninsula '_____ common
ancestors.
will seem / will share
seems / share
seemed / will share
seems / were sharing
would seem / will be sharing
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are receiving / wrote
will receive / would write
were receiving / wrote
8. Women and children _____ a right to live their lives free from all forms of violence and abuse, and society
_____ a duty to recognize and defend this right.
will have / had
would have / has
have / has
will have / would have
have / had
9. As soon as there_____ even a temporary break in the weather the climbers _____ their attempt to reach the
summit.
is / will renew
was / renew
will be / renewed
is / renewed
was / will renew
10. She says she _____ late at the office every evening and doesn’t_____ home until about eleven.
is working / won’t get
would work / getting
was working / get
will be working / won’t get
works / get
Source: www.grammarbank.com
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Module 5: Day 7 - The Crescendo Contest
Part A: Word list
S.No. s/sh & j/z/zh Sound S.No. s/sh & j/z/zh Sound
6. Session 14.
7. Season 15.
8. Sunshine 16.
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5. Anatomy ____ the branch of biology that ____ with the structure and organization of living things.
is / would deal
was / is dealing
will be / dealt
would be / deals
is / deals
6. Although footballers mainly ____ their feet to move the ball around, they ____ any part of their bodies other
than their hands or arms.
are using / used
will use / are using
were using / will be using
use / may use
used to use / used
7. The little girl ____ to remain sitting under the table until her father ____ home.
wants / will come
wanted / comes
would want / will come
wanted / came
will want / come
8. The lecturer ____ the student who was the closest to the door to turn off the light when the film ____.
is asking / is starting
was asking / would start
asked / started
would ask / starts
asked / would start
9. In ancient times, the status of manual laborers ____ low as slaves ____ most physical labor.
is / would do
was / did
would be / do
was / would be doing
will be / was doing
10. The digestive system ____ a group of organs that ____ primarily to convert ingested food into metabolically
useful substances.
was / would be functioning
will be / function
is / function
would be / was functioning
is / will function
Source: www.englishclub.com
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Module 5: Day 8 - Write me a Story
Part A: My Research on Storytelling Elements
How to play:
Display the game board: The Jeopardy game board consists of two categories, each with five clues of
varying difficulty levels, ranging from 100 to 500 points.
Choose a team to go first: The team that goes first is usually chosen randomly.
Select a category: The first team chooses any category and the facilitator/TOTD reads the question with the
lowest points.
Answer the question: The team has to respond to the question with an answer.
Scoring:
In case the question is answered correctly, the team will be given the number of points allocated to the
question.
In case the question is answered incorrectly, the question will pass to the team on the right of the team that
answered incorrectly.
Lifelines:
Each team will have one lifeline.
If the person who is eligible to answer the question does not know the answer, he/she may consult his/her
team members and then respond to the question.
In case, a lifeline is used, the number of points awarded for the correct answer will be half of the original
value.
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Part C: Scholastic Cup / Soliloquy Contest
Daily task Contest points Bonus points
Attendance 5 pts
Assignment* / MOOC** 5 pts Presentation 20 pts Master Teacher - Module 6 5 pts
Enthusiastic participation in FLT 5 pts
* While reviewing the FHB, look out for the step / section marked Assignment. If the assignment is located in
the extra benefits section, students are expected to complete the activity at home or before/after class.
** MOOC assignments will be done in class. Students who are unable to complete it in class will be expected to
stay back after class to complete the MOOC assignments or do them at home.
3. Mary usually _____ (drive) to work, but today she _____ (take) the bus.
drives / is taking
drove / takes
will drive / took
had driven / would take
would drive / was taking
4. The sun _____ (rise) in the east and _____ (set) in the west.
rises / sets
rose / set
will rise / will set
had risen / had set
would rise / would set
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were watching
would watch
9. The teacher _____ (explain) the lesson again for the students who were absent.
explained
explains
will explain
had explained
would explain
10. The weather _____ (be) great all week, but it _____ (rain) tomorrow.
has been / will rain
was / rains
will be / rained
had been / would rain
would be / had rained
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Mid Term Progress Review - 1
Individual Development Journey
of
_________________________________
[Student Name]
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Section A: Capital Development
Reflect and list down the skills that you have developed in the last 5 modules.
Take some time to think and identify the skills that you believe have had the most impact on your capitals.
Write a maximum of 2 skills for each capital. You should also be able to justify your selections by giving
anecdotal evidence.
1. 1. 1.
2. 2. 2.
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Section B: Investment
List down the investments you have made to develop the identified skills.
What can you do to take maximum benefit of the investment you made? (Think in terms of time, assistance,
tools you may require)?
Section C: Accomplishment
Keeping in mind your destination (end goal), reflect on your journey so far. Use the table below to estimate how
much of the journey has been completed and how much is remaining.
Reflect on the skill-sets you have Reflect on your learning journey Now you know what you have
identified in Section A above and and identify what you have accomplished and what you would
think of proficiency levels you already accomplished and what like to accomplish, identify what
would like to achieve in those more you need to achieve (learn, percentage of journey you have
skills (3 skills). Decide on your practice, demonstrate). covered and what percentage of
proficiency based on a time your learning journey you need to
horizon of 4 months of continuous travel?
effort.
1.
2.
3.
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Module 6: Day 1 - Elements of Speech
Part A: Wordlist
S.No. s/sh & j/z/zh Sound S.No. s/sh & j/z/zh Sound
1. Shell 9. Wage
7. See 15.
8. She 16.
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Part C: Team Action plan to win the Scholastic Cup
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Part D: Soliloquy Speaking Rubric
Speaking Rubric
Criteria Excellent (5-4 pts) Good (3-2 pts) Fair (1-0 pts)
Content
Overall The presentation has a clear and The presentation has a The presentation has a poorly
Structure well-organized structure, generally organized structure, organized structure, making it
including an engaging but could benefit from greater difficult for the audience to
introduction, a well-structured clarity or engagement in the follow and understand the
main body that flows smoothly introduction, or improved presentation, and leaving a
from one point to the next, and a organization and coherence in sense of confusion or
conclusion that ties together the the main body. unfinished business.
main points.
Supporting Provides clear, relevant and Provides mostly relevant and Provides minimal or weak
evidence convincing anecdotal / supporting convincing supporting supporting evidence for main
evidence for all main points in the evidence for main points in the points in the presentation
presentation presentation
Delivery
Articulation Clearly enunciates words and Generally clear in speech, but Struggles with pronunciation
(clear phrases, effectively puts thoughts may have occasional and articulating words,
pronunciation & into words difficulties with pronunciation causing speech to be unclear
enunciation)
Accent and Properly emphasizes syllables, Generally demonstrates Struggles with accent and
Emphasis demonstrates clear understanding appropriate accent and emphasis, leading to a
(proper stress on of accent and pronunciation emphasis, but may have confusing or unclear speech
syllables) occasional errors
Voice Modulates voice effectively, Occasionally modulates voice, Rarely modulates voice,
(tone & pitch avoiding monotony and but may have difficulty leading to a monotonous and
modulation) enhancing the impact of speech avoiding monotony unengaging speech
Gesture (facial Uses appropriate body language, Occasionally uses appropriate Rarely uses appropriate
expressions, facial expressions, and gestures to gestures, but may struggle to gestures, leading to a flat and
hand enhance speech effectively convey meaning unengaging speech
movements &
body language) The speaker has memorized the The speaker has memorized the The speaker depends heavily
speech and delivers it fluently. speech. He/she uses on notes.
fillers/takes unnecessary
pauses.
Total Points
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was staying
is staying
will be staying
4. The child _______ for his parents at the bus stop yesterday.
was waiting
is waiting
will be waiting
Source: englishgrammar.org
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Module 6: Day 2 - Key Points
Part A: Group Strengths and Weaknesses quick write
To be filled in by the Teacher of the Day
Things that my group can do well (Strengths) Things that my group needs to work on (Weakness)
1. 1.
2. 2.
3. 3.
One thing I contributed in today’s class One thing I didn’t do well in today’s class
Teammate 1: Teammate 1:
Teammate 2: Teammate 2:
Teammate 3: Teammate 3:
Teammate 4: Teammate 4:
Teammate 5: Teammate 5:
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Part B: Body Language: Its Importance and Applications in Various Professions (455
words)
Body language is a vital tool in communication that can help individuals to better understand the intentions,
feelings, and thoughts of others. It can also be an effective means of self-expression and can be used to convey
confidence, interest, and authority. This is why, aside from polishing up your own body language skills, there are
many professions in which people rely heavily on reading the body language of others.
One such profession is law, where lawyers use body language to gain an advantage in court. They analyze their
client's body language and guide them on how to use appropriate body language to gain the most approval from
the judge and jury. They also observe the body language of opposing attorneys, judges, and juries and ensure
that they are sending out the correct message through their own body language. The same goes for law
enforcement, where police officers need to focus on both their own body language and that of the people they
encounter every day on the job. They need to make sure their body language conveys control and authority to
reduce the chances of being threatened.
Salespeople are also big users of body language. They study the body language of their customers, including
their posture, facial expressions, and even the way they walk, to determine their level of interest in a product.
Based on this information, they approach the customer in a non-confrontational way and offer them added
benefits of the product, which may be a deal-closer.
In human resource departments, body language is becoming more and more important as a tool to read
applicants during the interview process. It helps to determine which types of individuals are more suited for
specific jobs.
Apart from understanding the body language of others, identifying specific communication patterns in the words
that people use can also help individuals to determine what others are thinking. By focusing on the words people
use and studying their body language, one can determine if someone is holding back information, stretching the
truth, or even lying.
Body language can be described as a mixture of posture and bodily movement. It includes patterns of the eyes,
legs, arms, hands, head, and posture. Research shows that more than 70 percent of our communication is
non-verbal when engaged in a face-to-face conversation. This highlights the importance of understanding and
using body language to improve communication skills.
To improve one's own body language skills, it is essential to practice good posture, maintain eye contact, and
use appropriate hand gestures. Additionally, individuals should pay attention to their tone of voice, as it can
also convey emotions and intentions. It is important to remain relaxed and confident in order to convey a
positive message through one's body language.
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Part C: Continuous Tense Quiz
Fill in the blanks with an appropriate past continuous tense form.
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Module 6: Day 3 - Flow
Part A: Word list
S.No. s/sh & j/z/zh Sound S.No. s/sh & j/z/zh Sound
5. Seal 15.
6. Zeal 16.
7. Seat 17.
8. Sheet 18.
9. Jag 19.
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Peer Feedback
Part C: Let it Flow: Self-Motivational Speech that Inspires (approx 200 words)
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Part D: Simple or Continuous Tenses
Identify the appropriate tense to form a grammatically correct and meaningful sentence.
Source: www.englishgrammar.org
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Module 6: Day 4 - Mapping Fear
Part A: Word list
S.No. s/sh & j/z/zh sound S.No. s/sh & j/z/zh sound
5. Miss 15.
6. Ms 16.
7. Sort 17.
8. Short 18.
9. Wodge 19.
Content
Overall The presentation has The presentation has a The presentation has a
Structure a clear and generally organized poorly organized
well-organized structure, but could structure, making it
structure, including benefit from greater difficult for the
an engaging clarity or engagement audience to follow and
introduction, a in the introduction, or understand the
well-structured main improved organization presentation, and
body that flows and coherence in the leaving a sense of
smoothly from one main body. confusion or
point to the next, unfinished business.
and a conclusion
that ties together the
main points.
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Delivery
Total Points
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Part D: 10 Steps to Mindful Public Speaking (490 words)
Mindfulness is a popular concept that encourages individuals to pay attention to their present experiences rather
than getting lost in their thoughts. By focusing on the present, individuals can significantly improve their lives.
Here are some tips to help you practice mindfulness:
1. Use a powerful posture: Stand in a private place for 2-3 minutes in a “Superhero pose” by placing your
hands on your hips, shoulders back, and feet firmly balanced. Research shows that consciously altering your
posture this way increases testosterone, a hormone associated with confidence, and decreases cortisol, a
stress hormone.
2. 4/8 breath: Before speaking, breathe in through your nose for a count of four and exhale through your
mouth for a count of eight as slowly as you can. This helps calm the “fight or flight” response that often
happens in the first two minutes of public speaking.
3. Connect your mind with your body: Pay attention to the feelings and sensations in your body and name
them without judgment, such as "my heart is beating quickly – and it’s OK." This simple step can help calm
your body down.
4. Invoke self-compassion: Send yourself feelings of kindness, as you would to someone else in a difficult
situation. Imagine someone you care about is having difficult feelings and transfer those feelings of warmth
and kindness to yourself.
5. Make effective eye contact: Make relaxed eye contact with members of the audience for five to 20 seconds
each. This activates the “social engagement system” and calms the “fight or flight” response.
6. See and be seen: Try to see audience members as individuals and let them see the real you. Make eye
contact with someone in the audience at least 90% of the time to feel a greater sense of connection.
7. Keep your attention centered on you: Stay aware of your body's sensations and feelings and let the
audience come to you. Focus on your own confidence and power, rather than trying to please the audience.
8. Include the audience in your personal space: Imagine expanding your personal space to include your
listeners, as if you’re inviting them into your home. It’s a feeling of “this is my house – and you’re
welcome”. Doing this will make you feel more confident and connected to your audience and also make
them feel more part of the talk. This creates a feeling of inclusivity.
9. Allow the connection to be more important than the content: During your presentation, focus on the
connection with your audience rather than the precise words you're saying. Pay attention to the feeling of
seeing and being seen and the exchange between you and your audience. By doing this, you can access a
state of flow and creativity that can make your presentation more engaging.
10. Let yourself enjoy it!: Confidence isn't about never feeling nervous. Instead, it's about being okay with
feeling nervous and allowing yourself to enjoy the experience regardless. The more fun you have, the more
fun your audience will have.
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5. I ____ a lot faster earlier, but now I want to swim longer.
was swimming
am swimming
will be swimming
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Module 6: Day 5 - Tailoring your Speech
Part A: 4 Steps to effectively connect with your audience (472 words)
All effective communication begins with knowing your audience and speaking their language – both literally
and figuratively. That doesn’t mean changing your core messages, but rather adjusting the way you present them
or the context you offer to help explain those messages in a way that resonates most directly with the people to
whom you are speaking. Sometimes that is much harder than it sounds because audiences can vary greatly,
whether across a team or an entire organization. So where should you begin?
STEP 4: Think about what you need them to think, feel or do based on what you tell them.
More than just passing along information, effective communication should inform, engage, and inspire listeners
or readers. Ask yourself what you want the audience to remember as a result of what you have said. Are you
calling them to take action of any kind? Is that “ask” clearly conveyed and repeated for emphasis? The most
effective communication moves people to action, and many times we need to ask for what we want!. Think
about a story that you could tell that they might relate to, or a way you could relate back to how their actions
will have a broader impact on the company as a whole.
Ultimately, the key is knowing your audiences and presenting the information they want to hear along with the
information they need to hear in a way that works best for them. When you think about message delivery in
those terms, you’re setting up yourself and your audiences for a positive communications experience – no matter
the topic you are conveying.
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Part B: Continuous Tenses Quiz
1. It is a very long flight. I guess she ________ (sleep) all the way to Malaysia.
will slept
will be sleeping
will sleeping
2. I __________ (study) the whole day tomorrow.
will be studied
will study
will be studying
3. This time tomorrow you ....... sitting in a deck chair on the beach.
will
are
will be
4. They _______ (move) to Germany soon.
will moved
will have moved
will be moving
5. This time next week, we ______(celebrate) New Year’s Eve with our friends from Russia.
will celebrating
will be celebrating
will be celebrating
6. If you get late again tonight, I _________ (not wait) for you. So, we’re clear.
won’t be waiting
won’t waiting
will be waiting
7. ___________ (play) football tomorrow afternoon?
Will they be playing
Will they be play
Will playing they
8. I love the band Parikrama. ___________ (play) tomorrow at Pragati Maidan.
They will play
They will be playing
Will they be playing
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Module 6: Day 6 - The Soliloquy Contest
1. I _____ fine.
feel
am feeling
Either could be used here
Source: www.englishgrammar.org/
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Module 7: Day 1 - Craft of Plot
Part A: Question, Planning and Problem Solving Toolkit
For this exercise, use the Six Thinking Hats framework to identify tiny habits that will maximize your chances
to win the contest.
How badly does each team member want to solve the problem?
White Hat - What are some actions that can result in points for the team? (facts)
Yellow Hat - What is each member willing to commit to gain points for the team?
Red Hat - How confident are you about the actions that you have identified (White hat) and each team
member’s commitment towards additional points (Yellow hat)?
Black Hat - What can the team do to ensure that the commitments made by each team member are
upheld?
Green Hat - If your confidence level about your team member’s commitment is low/medium, what
changes should be made to the commitments to increase the confidence level?
Blue Hat - What changes can each member make to their schedule/ behavior (tiny habit) to deliver on
their commitment?
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Part B: Past Simple Vs Present Perfect
Tense Example
The present perfect tense indicates an action or event that was completed at "I have visited Italy, which is why I
some point in the past but has relevance to the present. It emphasizes the know what the roads are like there"
connection between the past and the present, as well as the completion or implies that the speaker has personal
duration of the action. experience with Italy and that this
The perfect tense is formed using a form of the auxiliary verb "have" (in some experience is relevant to the present
cases "has" or "had"). context.
The simple past tense indicates an action or event that was completed in the "I visited Italy in 1983" simply reports
past, without any connection to the present or any implications for the a past action that occurred at a specific
future. time in the past.
Source: www.thoughtco.com
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Module 7: Day 2 - Chalking an Outline
Part A: Scriptwriting Topics
Action:
Background:
Development:
Climax:
Ending:
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Part C: Peer Feedback (Denouement Rubric)
Excellent Average Needs improvement Score Comments
(4-5 points) (2-3 points) (0-1 points)
The story has background The story has background The story has partial
knowledge (main knowledge (main background knowledge
character and setting), and character and setting), (main character or setting)
has a strong effect that which barely engages the and doesn’t engage the
makes the story gripping reader. reader at all.
and compelling.
Climax
Resolution (Ending)
The story comes to a The story comes to a clear The story comes to an
satisfying ending that resolution but is not ending that leaves the
enables the reader to satisfying. reader wondering and
predict what could happen disappointed.
next.
Total out of 30
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Part D: Writing Style (234 min)
Your audience and writing purpose will determine your writing style. The four main types of
writing styles are persuasive, narrative, expository, and descriptive.
Persuasive: For this writing style, the writer is trying to convince the reader of the validity of a
certain position or argument. Persuasive writing includes the writers’ opinions, and provides
justifications and evidence to support their claims.
Examples: Letters of recommendation; cover letters; Op-Eds and Editorial newspaper articles;
argumentative essays for academic papers
Narrative: Often seen in longer writing samples, the purpose of this writing style is to share
information in the context of a story. Narratives should include characters, conflicts, and settings.
Expository: This type of writing is used to explain a concept and share information to a broader
audience. Expository writing provides evidence, statistics, or results and focuses on the facts of a
certain topic. This type is not meant to express opinions.
Examples: How-to articles; textbooks; news stories (not editorials or Op-Eds); business, technical,
or scientific writing
Descriptive: This type of writing is used to depict imagery to create a clear picture in the mind of
the reader. This method helps the readers become more connected to the writing by appealing to
their senses. Descriptive writing employs literary techniques such as similes, metaphors, allegory,
etc to engage the audience.
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6. She __________ (not see) that movie yet.
did not see
has not seen
7. They __________ (play) soccer every weekend when they were kids.
played
have played
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Module 7: Day 3 - Understanding Purpose
Part A: Wordlist
S.No. s/sh & j/z/zh sound S.No. s/sh & j/z/zh sound
5. Miss 15.
6. Ms. 16.
7. Sort 17.
8. Short 18.
9. Session 19.
Questions Score
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4. Look at the picture and identify which part of the story is represented by this blue box?
__/1
Exposition
Rising action
Climax
Resolution
5. A great character can make a great plot. As per the author, the following traits of a
protagonist help build a memorable character. Multiple answers possible.
What are his/her weaknesses?
__/2
What can the character do to surprise you?
What does the character need?
What are the character’s strengths
Marking Scheme: Please see Appendix 1 in SRB for the correct answers.
For 1 mark questions, give yourself 1 point for every correct answer and 0 points for every incorrect answer.
For 2 mark questions, give yourself:
● ½ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 2 correct answers.
● ⅓ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 3 correct answers.
● ¼ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 4 correct answers.
Read the appendix carefully as it may provide you with clues on why a specific answer is correct. After you
have completed your self-assessment, tally your total scores and write it in the ‘Total Scores’ row.
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Part C: Writing Project
Idea Board
Title: ___________________________________________________________________
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Part D: Peer Feedback (Denouement Rubric)
The story has background The story has background The story has partial
knowledge (main knowledge (main background knowledge
character and setting), and character and setting), (main character or setting)
has a strong effect that which barely engages the and doesn’t engage the
makes the story gripping reader. reader at all.
and compelling.
Climax
Resolution (Ending)
The story comes to a The story comes to a clear The story comes to an
satisfying ending that resolution but is not ending that leaves the
enables the reader to satisfying. reader wondering and
predict what could happen disappointed.
next.
Total out of 30
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Part E: Mastering the art of providing constructive feedback on written text (341 words)
Giving feedback on written text requires careful consideration to ensure that the recipient understands the areas
of improvement and can make meaningful revisions. Here are some steps to follow when giving feedback on
written text:
Read the text thoroughly: Take the time to read the entire text and understand its context, purpose, and
intended audience. Note down your observations and specific areas that require feedback.
Start with positive comments: Begin your feedback by highlighting the strengths of the written text. Identify
the aspects that the writer has done well, such as strong arguments, clear organization, or engaging language.
This helps create a positive tone and acknowledges the writer's efforts.
Be specific and objective: When providing constructive feedback, be specific about the areas that need
improvement. Focus on objective aspects like grammar, sentence structure, clarity, logical flow, or relevance to
the topic. Use examples from the text to illustrate your points and make your feedback more actionable.
Prioritize the feedback: If you have multiple suggestions or corrections, prioritize them based on their
significance and impact on the overall quality of the text. Start with the most critical issues that need immediate
attention, and then move on to minor suggestions.
Offer alternative solutions: Instead of simply pointing out mistakes or weaknesses, provide alternative
solutions or suggestions. This helps the writer understand how to improve their writing and encourages them to
think critically. For example, if you notice repetitive sentences, suggest rephrasing or combining them for better
flow.
Use a constructive and respectful tone: Be mindful of your tone and language to ensure that your feedback is
constructive and respectful. Avoid sounding overly critical or harsh, as it may discourage the writer and hinder
their progress. Frame your feedback as a means of improvement rather than a personal attack.
Explain the rationale: Whenever possible, explain the rationale behind your feedback. Help the writer
understand why certain changes are necessary or how they can enhance the effectiveness of their writing.
Providing context and reasoning increases the likelihood of the writer embracing and implementing the
feedback.
1. Have you __________ (see/saw) the latest movie that came out last week?
2. My grandfather __________ (live/lived) in this city for over 50 years.
3. She __________ (travel/traveled) to many different countries since she graduated from college.
4. Yesterday, I __________ (buy/bought) a new phone to replace my old one.
5. They __________ (not be) to this restaurant before, but I am sure they will enjoy the food.
6. _____________(Has/ Is) the party started? Please save a few pizzas for me. I am running late
7. We __________ (visit/visited) the art museum last weekend and it was amazing.
8. He __________ (work/worked) at the same company for 10 years before he decided to quit and start
his own business.
9. How many times __________ (you be) to Paris?
10. She __________ (just return/just returned) from a trip to Europe and she can't stop talking about all the
beautiful places she visited.
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Module 7: Day 4 - Arranging an Outline
Part A: Word list
S.No. s/sh & j/z/zh sound S.No. s/sh & j/z/zh sound
1. Fridge 11.
2. Freeze 12.
4. Percentage 14.
5. Magazine 15.
7. Show/ So 17.
8. Finish 18.
9. Phrase 19.
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Part C: Peer Feedback (Denouement Rubric)
The story has background The story has background The story has partial
knowledge (main knowledge (main background knowledge
character and setting), and character and setting), (main character or setting)
has a strong effect that which barely engages the and doesn’t engage the
makes the story gripping reader. reader at all.
and compelling.
Climax
Resolution (Ending)
The story comes to a The story comes to a clear The story comes to an
satisfying ending that resolution but is not ending that leaves the
enables the reader to satisfying. reader wondering and
predict what could happen disappointed.
next.
Total out of 30
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Part D: Celebrating Excellence (260 words)
Meilleurs Ouvriers de France, or MOF, is a prestigious competition that celebrates the best craftsmen in France.
Established in 1924, this competition is held every four years and attracts skilled craftsmen from across the
country, who compete for the title of "Un des Meilleurs Ouvriers de France," or "One of the Best Craftsmen in
France."
The competition covers a wide range of crafts, including baking, butchery, pastry-making, locksmithing, and
jewelry-making, among others. The prize for winning the MOF competition is primarily the title and the
recognition that comes with it. It provides an opportunity for craftsmen to showcase their skills. Winning the
MOF competition is considered a great honor and a mark of distinction, and the winners are highly respected
within their respective industries. This recognition can lead to increased opportunities for employment, as well
as greater visibility and respect within the industry.
Competing in the MOF competition provides an opportunity for craftsmen to learn from their peers and develop
their skills further. The competition attracts some of the most skilled craftsmen in the country, and the
opportunity to watch and learn from them can be invaluable. This experience can also help craftsmen to identify
areas where they need to improve and develop new techniques and skills.
The MOF competition can be a way to preserve traditional crafts and ensure that they continue to thrive. The
competition celebrates the skills and knowledge that have been passed down through generations, and by
participating, craftsmen can help to ensure that these crafts continue to be valued and appreciated for years to
come.
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7. Which words complete the sentence?
I _______ Helen since we _______ at school together.
knew / ‘ve been
‘ve known / were
Source: www.examenglish.com
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Module 7: Day 5 - Refining
Part A: Wordlist
S.No. s/sh & j/z/zh sound S.No. s/sh & j/z/zh sound
1. Sack 11. Major
2. Shack 12. Maze
3. Shake 13. Vision
4. Sake 14. Elimination
5. Mushroom 15.
6. Lotion 16.
7. Shine 17.
8. Sign 18.
9. Has 19.
10. Was 20.
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Part C: Peer Feedback (Denouement Rubric)
The story has background The story has background The story has partial
knowledge (main knowledge (main background knowledge
character and setting), and character and setting), (main character or setting)
has a strong effect that which barely engages the and doesn’t engage the
makes the story gripping reader. reader at all.
and compelling.
Climax
Resolution (Ending)
The story comes to a The story comes to a clear The story comes to an
satisfying ending that resolution but is not ending that leaves the
enables the reader to satisfying. reader wondering and
predict what could happen disappointed.
next.
Total out of 30
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Part D: Present Perfect Tenses and Simple Past Tenses
1. The teacher _________________ the first part of the lesson till now.
has explained
explained
6. They ______________ Cadburys chocolate more than twice a day, for a year.
ate
have eaten
Source: www.proprofs.com
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Module 7: Day 6 - Buckle Up!
Part A : Craft of Plot: MOOC Reflection - 2
Important Information: 1 mark questions have only ONE correct answer. 2 mark questions may have MORE
THAN ONE correct answer. Please do not select multiple answers for 1 mark questions.
Questions Score
1. According to the author, what is a 5 point checklist that all good scenes need?
An action, Dialogue, General information, Inner point of view, Definite starting point and
stopping point
An action, Dialogue, Specific intimate details, Inner point of view, Respond and reveal __/1
An action, Dialogue, Specific intimate details, Inner point of view, Definite starting point and
stopping point
Starting point, Dialogue, Specific intimate details, Inner point of view, Ending point
3. According to Amity Gaige, what should an author focus on to enhance the reading pleasure
of his/her work?
Using simple words
__/1
Embedding sensory details and atmosphere in scene
Following the craft of plot structure
Writing about his/her dreams
4. The author provides some tips on editing your story. Which of these tips can be useful for any
type of writing?
Omit needless words
__/1
Write to meet the word limit
Write in passive voice
Add examples to emphasize your point
5. What is the difference between falling action and resolution? Multiple answers possible.
Falling action resolves a conflict while resolution introduce it
Falling action is used in novels and and resolution is used in poetry
The falling action is where the characters are introduced, and the resolution is where the __/2
characters change in some way
Falling action provides a link between all of the action of the climax to the end of the story, or
the resolution
6. How does a well written background affect a story? Multiple answers possible.
Helps readers determine the context of the story
Makes the climax interesting
Lays the foundation for the development of the story __/2
Highlights the main idea of the story
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7. What is the purpose of a scene? Multiple answers possible.
Dramatizes events
Creates an emotional connection between characters and readers __/2
Builds suspense
Gives readers a vivid sense of where and when events take place
Marking Scheme: Please see Appendix 1 in SRB for the correct answers.
For 1 mark questions, give yourself 1 point for every correct answer and 0 points for every incorrect answer.
For 2 mark questions, give yourself:
● ½ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 2 correct answers.
● ⅓ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 3 correct answers.
● ¼ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 4 correct answers.
Read the appendix carefully as it may provide you with clues on why a specific answer is correct. After you have
completed your self-assessment, tally your total scores and write it in the ‘Total Scores’ row.
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Part C: Story Outline
I have to write: ▢ Movie Script ▢ Short Story ▢ Advertisement (Select 1)
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Part D: Peer Feedback (Denouement Rubric)
Excellent Average Needs improvement Score Comments
(4-5 points) (2-3 points) (0-1 points)
The story has background The story has background The story has partial
knowledge (main knowledge (main background knowledge
character and setting), and character and setting), (main character or setting)
has a strong effect that which barely engages the and doesn’t engage the
makes the story gripping reader. reader at all.
and compelling.
Climax
Resolution (Ending)
The story comes to a The story comes to a clear The story comes to an
satisfying ending that resolution but is not ending that leaves the
enables the reader to satisfying. reader wondering and
predict what could happen disappointed.
next.
Total out of 30
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Part E: Embracing Mindful Collaboration (321 words)
In today's interconnected world, collaboration has become an essential element for success. However, the
quality of collaboration can vary greatly, ranging from chaotic and unproductive interactions to harmonious and
efficient teamwork. One powerful approach to foster effective collaboration is through the practice of
mindfulness.
2. Peter ____ (go) to Paris last year. That means that he ____ (be) to Paris three times!
went - has been
went - was
has gone - was
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5. How long _____ (you/live) there before coming here?
have you lived
did you live
do you live
6. She _____ (write) concise emails but doesn't know how to send them.
has written
writes
written
9. Shreya Ghoshal _____ (record) many albums last year and will probably make many more.
has recorded
recorded
10. Udit Narayan _____ (record) many albums during his wonderful career.
records
has recorded
Recorded
Source: Adapted from www.thoughtco.com/past-simple-or-present-perfect-english-quiz
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Module 7: Day 7-The Denouement Contest
Part A: Contest Submission
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Part B: Peer Feedback (Denouement Rubric)
Reviewed by: _________________________
The story has background The story has background The story has partial
knowledge (main knowledge (main background knowledge
character and setting), and character and setting), (main character or setting)
has a strong effect that which barely engages the and doesn’t engage the
makes the story gripping reader. reader at all.
and compelling.
Climax
Resolution (Ending)
The story comes to a The story comes to a clear The story comes to an
satisfying ending that resolution but is not ending that leaves the
enables the reader to satisfying. reader wondering and
predict what could happen disappointed.
next.
Total out of 30
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Reviewed by: _________________________
The story has background The story has background The story has partial
knowledge (main knowledge (main background knowledge
character and setting), and character and setting), (main character or setting)
has a strong effect that which barely engages the and doesn’t engage the
makes the story gripping reader. reader at all.
and compelling.
Climax
Resolution (Ending)
The story comes to a The story comes to a clear The story comes to an
satisfying ending that resolution but is not ending that leaves the
enables the reader to satisfying. reader wondering and
predict what could happen disappointed.
next.
Total out of 30
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Part C: Present Perfect Tense Vs Simple Past Tense
Identify the correct tense (present perfect or simple past) for the sentences below and complete the sentences:
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Module 8: Day 1 - Take Away from All Ears
S.No. s/sh & j/z/zh sound S.No. s/sh & j/z/zh sound
5. Bushes 15.
6. Dishes 16.
7. Lotion 17.
8. Gash 18.
9. Gust 19.
Part B: Notes
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Part C: Listening Quizzes
Quiz 1: Listen to the Audio 1 and answer the questions.
Questions Score
11. Riverside Village was a good place to start an industry because it had water, raw materials and fuels
such as ______ & ______.
Coal, firewood
__/1
Firewood, coal
Coal, firework
Water, mineral
12. The metal industry was established at Riverside Village by __________ who lived in the area.
Villagers
Local craftsmen __/1
Shopkeeper
Industrialist
13. There were over _____ water-powered mills in the area in the eighteenth century.
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116 __/1
160
117
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Match the location to the correct number.
Ques Gift shop Woodside Workshop Cafe Showroo Cottages Ticket Scores
No. m office
14. __/1
15. __/1
16. __/1
17. __/1
18. __/1
19. __/1
20. __/1
Marking Scheme: Please see Appendix 2 in SRB for the correct answers. Give yourself 1 point for every correct
answer and 0 points for every incorrect answer. Read the appendix carefully as it may provide you with clues on
why a specific answer is correct. After you have completed your self-assessment, tally your total scores and write
it on the ‘Total Scores’ row.
Label the map below. Select the correct letter, A-E, to questions 11-15.
Questions Score
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12. National History Museum _______
__/1
C B E A
What is the improvement of each main point of interest in the area? Choose FIVE answers from the box and the
correct letter, A-G, next to questions 16-20.
Marking Scheme: Please see Appendix 2 in SRB for the correct answers. Give yourself 1 point for every correct
answer and 0 points for every incorrect answer. Read the appendix carefully as it may provide you with clues on
why a specific answer is correct. After you have completed your self-assessment, tally your total scores and
write it on the ‘Total Scores’ row.
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Quiz 3: Listen to the Audio 3 and answer the questions.
Questions Score
23. For the practice paper, the tutor has directed the students to make sure to _______.
pay attention to time limits.
__/1
write at least 6,000 words.
keep on topic
Complete the sentences below. Select ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
26. Prepare _________ , one for the teachers, another for the students themselves.
4 copies
3 copies __/1
2 copies
5 copies
28. The students can __________ their topics before the beginning of April.
not change
change __/1
write
submit
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29. Students deciding to change topics must deliver a ________ to the research in advance.
demo
note __/1
presentation
play
30. At the beginning of the report, the hypothesis and an outline of the _________ are needed.
story
script __/1
procedure
plan
Marking Scheme: Please see Appendix 2 in SRB for the correct answers. Give yourself 1 point for every
correct answer and 0 points for every incorrect answer. Read the appendix carefully as it may provide you
with clues on why a specific answer is correct. After you have completed your self-assessment, tally your
total scores and write it on the ‘Total Scores’ row.
Questions Score
11. How many patients does the hospital consult every year?
A. 3,000.
__/1
B. 5,000.
C. 11,000.
15. What will the patients be asked about whether they are willing to do?
A. Letting one student attend the consultation.
B. Asking postgraduate students to do treatment. __/1
C. Meeting students in group discussion.
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Label the map below. Select the correct letter, A-H, next to questions 16-20.
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20. Manager's Office _______
B
A
C __/1
G
Marking Scheme: Please see Appendix 2 in SRB for the correct answers. Give yourself 1 point for every
correct answer and 0 points for every incorrect answer. Read the appendix carefully as it may provide you with
clues on why a specific answer is correct. After you have completed your self-assessment, tally your total
scores and write it on the ‘Total Scores’ row.
1. Practice mnemonic devices: Mnemonics are memory aids that help you remember information by
associating it with familiar and easy-to-recall cues. Examples include acronyms, rhymes, visual imagery, or
creating a story around the information you want to remember.
2. Regular exercise: Engaging in physical exercise has been shown to enhance memory and cognitive function.
Exercise increases blood flow to the brain and promotes the growth of new neurons, particularly in the
hippocampus, a brain region involved in memory formation.
3. Get sufficient sleep: Sleep plays a crucial role in memory consolidation. Aim for 7-9 hours of quality sleep
each night to allow your brain to process and retain information better. Avoiding electronic devices before
bed and maintaining a consistent sleep schedule can also be helpful.
4. Break information into chunks: Instead of overwhelming yourself with a large amount of information,
break it down into smaller, more manageable chunks. This technique, known as chunking, allows your brain
to process and store information more effectively.
5. Use spaced repetition: Instead of cramming information all at once, space out your learning sessions over
time. This approach, known as spaced repetition, involves reviewing information at gradually increasing
intervals. It helps reinforce memory and prevents forgetting.
6. Stay mentally active: Engaging in activities that challenge your brain, such as puzzles, reading, learning a
new skill, or playing strategic games, can help improve memory and cognitive function. Continuously
exposing your brain to new and stimulating experiences can promote neural plasticity.
7. Maintain a healthy diet: Certain nutrients, such as omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, and vitamins, are
important for brain health. Incorporate foods like fatty fish, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds into your diet.
Stay hydrated and limit the consumption of processed foods and excessive sugars.
8. Manage stress: High levels of stress can impair memory and cognitive function. Practice stress management
techniques like meditation, deep breathing exercises, yoga, or engaging in activities you enjoy to reduce
stress and promote mental well-being.
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9. Make use of visual aids: Visualizing information can make it easier to remember. Create diagrams, charts,
or mind maps to represent and connect ideas visually. Use color coding, highlighters, or other visual cues to
emphasize important points.
10. Teach or explain what you've learned: Explaining a concept or teaching someone else about it requires you
to retrieve and organize the information in a way that enhances your understanding and memory of it.
Remember that everyone's memory abilities vary, and it's important to find the techniques that work best for
you. Experiment with different strategies and be consistent in their application to improve your memory
effectively.
Part E: Grammar Quiz: Past Simple, Present Simple and Future Simple Tense
Section 1 - Past Simple Tense:
1. What is the past simple tense of the verb "go"?
went
gone
go
going
2. Which sentence is in the past simple tense?
I am going to the store.
She will eat dinner later.
They watched a movie yesterday.
We are playing soccer.
3. What is the past simple tense of the verb "eat"?
eating
eats
ate
eat
4. Choose the correct form of the verb in the past simple tense:
He ________ a book yesterday.
reads
reading
read
have read
5. Which sentence is in the past simple tense?
I will call you tomorrow.
They are swimming in the pool.
He finished his homework last night.
We have been studying for hours.
Section 2 - Present Simple Tense:
6. What is the present simple tense of the verb "write"?
wrote
writes
written
writing
7. Which sentence is in the present simple tense?
She is cooking dinner right now.
We will go to the beach tomorrow.
They always play basketball on Sundays.
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I have studied for the exam.
8. What is the present simple tense of the verb "run"?
ran
runs
running
run
9. Choose the correct form of the verb in the present simple tense:
I ________ to school every day.
went
go
going
have gone
10. Which sentence is in the present simple tense?
They went to the park yesterday.
He is playing guitar at the moment.
We visit our grandparents every weekend.
I have finished reading the book.
Section 3 - Future Simple Tense:
11. What is the future simple tense of the verb "sleep"?
sleep
sleeping
slept
will sleep
12. Which sentence is in the future simple tense?
She is going to the party tonight.
They ate dinner an hour ago.
We are playing tennis tomorrow.
He will visit his parents next week.
13. What is the future simple tense of the verb "drive"?
drove
drives
driven
will drive
14. Choose the correct form of the verb in the future simple tense:
We ________ a movie tomorrow.
watch
watching
watched
will watch
15. Which sentence is in the future simple tense?
I am reading a book right now.
They have already finished their project.
She will meet her friends for lunch.
We were playing soccer yesterday.
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Module 8: Day 2 - Know your Barriers to Listening
Important Information: 1 mark questions have only ONE correct answer. 2 mark questions may have MORE
THAN ONE correct answer. Please do not select multiple answers for 1 mark questions.
Questions Score
1. What disheartened Cara most after her first diagnosis? People's advice that...
She limit her dreams and ambitions
She get married and have children __/1
She not go to the Grand Canyon adventure trip
She give up her international career
2. What does Cara mean by "Courage is the result of tough reflection and real work involving
the balance between fear and bravery"
Fear provides the courage to talk to strangers
__/1
It is the magical place between foolishness and exploring the unknown
Brave actions result in dreams coming true
Fortune favors the brave who ignore their fears
3. Why didn't people suspect that she was suffering from a rare muscle wasting condition?
People thought that she was a polio survivor
She lied about her illness __/1
She disguised her illness effectively
She participated in adventure activities
4. Why did Cara say that the Grand Canyon is true wilderness and worthy of all of its
accolades?
Because of its raw and natural beauty
__/1
Because only one percent people could reach its base
Because of the treacherous journey down to the south rim
Because of 200 km pristine blue waters of the Colorado river
5. Why was Cara afraid of declaring her illness to her employers? Multiple answers possible.
6. What life learning experience did Cara get from her adventurous trip? Multiple answers
possible.
Bravery is necessary for dreams to come true
__/2
She will not do horse riding again
Life is about finding balance between fear and courage
Only one percent people out of one billion go to Grand Canyon's base
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Total Score: __/08
Marking Scheme: Please see Appendix 2 in SRB for the correct answers.
For 1 mark questions, give yourself 1 point for every correct answer and 0 points for every incorrect answer.
For 2 mark questions, give yourself:
● ½ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 2 correct answers.
● ⅓ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 3 correct answers.
● ¼ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 4 correct answers.
Read the appendix carefully as it may provide you with clues on why a specific answer is correct. After you
have completed your self-assessment, tally your total scores and write it in the ‘Total Scores’ row.
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Part C: Quiz: Human Activity and Climate Change
Important Information: 1 mark questions have only ONE correct answer. 2 mark questions may have MORE
THAN ONE correct answer. Please do not select multiple answers for 1 mark questions.
Questions Score
The more greenhouse gasses in the atmosphere, the more heat gets trapped, strengthening
the greenhouse effect and increasing____________.
the amount of CO2
__/1
the water level
the earth's temperature
the ozone particles
What challenges are associated with climate change? Multiple answers possible
Melting ice sheets
Replacing fossil fuels with renewable energy sources __/2
Diminished water supplies
Increased smog
What impact does climate change have on the weather? Multiple answers possible
More intense flood
Frequent droughts __/2
Major Storm
Heavy Snowfall
Total Score: __/09
Marking Scheme: Please see Appendix 2 in SRB for the correct answers.
For 1 mark questions, give yourself 1 point for every correct answer and 0 points for every incorrect answer.
For 2 mark questions, give yourself:
● ½ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 2 correct answers.
● ⅓ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 3 correct answers.
● ¼ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 4 correct answers.
Read the appendix carefully as it may provide you with clues on why a specific answer is correct. After you
have completed your self-assessment, tally your total scores and write it in the ‘Total Scores’ row.
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Part D: Extra Benefit Quiz: Civilizations
Important Information: All Questions have only ONE correct answer. Please do not select multiple answers.
Questions Score
3. According to the narrator, why did Petra survive against armies and natural calamities?
Because it was built like a great, strong marble structure.
Because it was built in the middle of the desert where no one wanted to come. __/1
Because it was built and integrated into the sandstone cliff.
Because of massive pillars at the front of the structure.
5. What does the narrator mean when he says, “…here the canyons and gullies became streets
and thoroughfares…”?
He meant that the water erosion made streets out of these mountains.
He meant that people settled here and this landscape was extensively used by __/1
civilization.
He meant that it was difficult to walk through these narrow gullies.
He meant that this ancient city had great engineers.
6. What does the narrator mean when he says, “The desert reclaimed the city”?
He means that the people of the desert sang praises about this great city.
He means that the city lost its residents and became part of the quiet desert. __/1
He means that the government of Petra changed.
He means that the city turned to sand.
Marking Scheme: Please see Appendix 2 in SRB for the correct answers.
For 1 mark questions, give yourself 1 point for every correct answer and 0 points for every incorrect answer.
Read the appendix carefully as it may provide you with clues on why a specific answer is correct. After you
have completed your self-assessment, tally your total scores and write it in the ‘Total Scores’ row.
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Part E: Quiz on Tenses
Section 1: Past Continuous Tense
1. Choose the correct sentence in the past continuous tense:
She was working on her project tomorrow.
They will be playing soccer yesterday.
I was studying when the phone rang.
We are watching a movie last night.
2. Fill in the blank with the appropriate form of the verb in the past continuous tense:
I _____________ (cook) dinner when the power went out.
7. Fill in the blank with the appropriate form of the verb in the present continuous tense:
Look! The children _____________ (play) in the garden.
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We will go to the park next weekend.
They are watching a movie right now.
She will be painting a picture tomorrow.
12. Fill in the blank with the appropriate form of the verb in the future continuous tense:
By this time next week, I _____________ (travel) to Europe.
13. Identify the sentence that is NOT in the future continuous tense:
He will be sleeping when you arrive.
They are going to the movies later.
We will be eating dinner at 7 p.m.
She was baking cookies yesterday.
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Module 8: Day 3 - Your Listening Goals
S.No. s/sh & j/z/zh sound S.No. s/sh & j/z/zh sound
5. Dose 15.
6. Dash 16.
7. Saw 17.
8. Share 18.
9. Persuasion 19.
Important Information: 1 mark questions have only ONE correct answer. 2 mark questions may have MORE
THAN ONE correct answer. Please do not select multiple answers for 1 mark questions.
Questions Score
3. Apart from running, what else does Arielle Avina like to do?
Singing
Art __/1
Racing against boys
Collecting medals
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4. What does it take to be a good runner? Multiple answers possible.
Understand what your body wants
Be mentally strong __/2
Start practice when you are 7 years old
Ignore pain and injury
6. How did Arielle's mother boost her confidence when she was struggling academically?
Multiple answers possible.
By showing her that hardships can be overcome through hard work
By encouraging her to read more __/2
By channeling her energy into running
By motivating her by intentionally letting her win her first race
Marking Scheme: Please see Appendix 2 in SRB for the correct answers.
For 1 mark questions, give yourself 1 point for every correct answer and 0 points for every incorrect answer.
For 2 mark questions, give yourself:
● ½ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 2 correct answers.
● ⅓ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 3 correct answers.
● ¼ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 4 correct answers.
Read the appendix carefully as it may provide you with clues on why a specific answer is correct. After you
have completed your self-assessment, tally your total scores and write it in the ‘Total Scores’ row.
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Part C: Extra Benefit Quiz: Pandemic, Nature and Us
Important Information: All Questions have only ONE correct answer. Please do not select multiple answers.
Questions Score
1. What percentage of all diseases have emerged because of land use change?
__/1
Answer: ____________
3. How many new diseases does the scientist expect to emerge in the future?
5 diseases every 5 years
1 new disease every year __/1
1 new disease every decade
5 new diseases every year
4. What is “making things worse”, according to the scientist, while interacting with animals?
The fur is not clean and can spread diseases
The fur is harvested in winter when viruses are most likely to spread __/1
The animals are kept in stressful conditions causing them to release more viruses
Animals carry viruses
Marking Scheme: Please see Appendix 2 in SRB for the correct answers.
For 1 mark questions, give yourself 1 point for every correct answer and 0 points for every incorrect answer.
Read the appendix carefully as it may provide you with clues on why a specific answer is correct. After you
have completed your self-assessment, tally your total scores and write it in the ‘Total Scores’ row.
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Part D: Quiz on Tenses
Section 1: Simple Past Tense
1. Which verb form is used in the simple past tense?
Present participle
Base form
Past participle
2. Choose the correct simple past tense form of the verb "go" for the pronoun "he."
go
going
went
3. Which sentence is in the simple past tense?
I am studying for my exams.
She walked to the park yesterday.
They will visit us next week.
4. What is the simple past tense of the verb "eat"?
eating
ate
eaten
5. Fill in the blank with the correct simple past tense form of the verb "write": "She _____ a letter yesterday."
writes
wrote
written
Section 2: Continuous Past Tense
6. Which verb form is used in the past continuous tense?
Base form
Past participle
Present participle
7. Choose the correct past continuous tense form of the verb "play" for the pronoun "I."
play
playing
played
8. Which sentence is in the past continuous tense?
He cooks dinner every night.
They were watching a movie when I arrived.
We have visited that museum before.
9. What is the past continuous tense of the verb "run"?
run
running
ran
10. Fill in the blank with the correct past continuous tense form of the verb "sleep": "They _____ when the
phone rang."
sleep
sleeping
were sleeping
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Section 3: Past Perfect Tense
11. Which verb form is used in the past perfect tense?
Base form
Past participle
Present participle
12. Choose the correct past perfect tense form of the verb "read" for the pronoun "we."
read
reading
had read
13. Which sentence is in the past perfect tense?
I will finish my work later.
She had already left when I arrived.
They are going to the party tomorrow.
14. What is the past perfect tense of the verb "go"?
go
going
had gone
15. Fill in the blank with the correct past perfect tense form of the verb "see": "He _____ the movie before it
started."
sees
saw
had seen
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Module 8: Day 4 - The Fine-Tune
S.No. s/sh & j/z/zh sound S.No. s/sh & j/z/zh sound
5. Social 15.
6. Washes 16.
7. Occupation 17.
8. Zeal 18.
9. Station 19.
Speaker 1
Speaker 2
Speaker 3
Speaker 4
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Part C: Word Graphic Organiser
Important Information: 1 mark questions have only ONE correct answer. 2 mark questions may have MORE
THAN ONE correct answer. Please do not select multiple answers for 1 mark questions.
Questions Score
3. Who felt demoralized after witnessing Rowan's comedy routine at Oxford? __/1
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John Cleese
Richard Curtis
Charlie Chaplin
Harold Lloyd
4. Which spy movies does Rowan Atkinson talk about in the video?
Skyfall
Black Adder __/2
Johnny English Strikes Again
Fawlty Tower
5. How was Rowan able to make people laugh for 7 minutes without saying a single word?
Multiple answers possible.
Started making faces in front of audience
__/2
Used fancy words learnt in the Oxford University
Started babbling without using words
Acted as an old spy
6. What did Rowan Atkinson teach in Johnny English Strikes Again? Multiple answers possible.
History
Espionage __/2
Geography
English
Marking Scheme: Please see Appendix 2 in SRB for the correct answers.
For 1 mark questions, give yourself 1 point for every correct answer and 0 points for every incorrect answer.
For 2 mark questions, give yourself:
● ½ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 2 correct answers.
● ⅓ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 3 correct answers.
● ¼ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 4 correct answers.
Read the appendix carefully as it may provide you with clues on why a specific answer is correct. After you
have completed your self-assessment, tally your total scores and write it in the ‘Total Scores’ row.
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Part E: Extra Benefit Quiz: Unveiling the Economics Behind the Olympics
Important Information: All Questions have only ONE correct answer. Please do not select multiple answers.
Questions Score
1. Why does the narrator suggest that we could be watching the ‘Death of the Olympics’?
The narrator suggests that the viewership has reduced.
The narrator observes the economic challenges faced by the host country. __/1
The video highlights the fact that the 2026 Olympics has not been finalized yet.
Adding winter sports could sideline other events.
2. How much revenue did the IOC take from Olympics 2016 for TV rights?
4% of revenue
2.87 billion dollars __/1
Revenue from TV rights
70% of revenue
3. According to the narrator, what challenge do the host cities stand to face after the games are
over?
They won’t have enough funds to host the next games.
__/1
They don’t know how to put the constructed venue to alternate use.
The property prices increase and affect the economy.
Bank loans have to be repaid with taxpayer funds.
5. What did the new plan to ensure the future of Olympics, according to Prof. Zimbalist, essentially
portray the IOC as?
More affordable, more sustainable and more flexible.
__/1
More reliable, more affordable and more flexible.
More flexible, more durable and more affordable.
More responsible, more reliable and more flexible.
6. What did Prof. Andrew Zimbalist suggest that the IOC do to ensure a healthy future for the
Olympics?
Promote the Olympics as a winter event.
Select a permanent host for the Olympics. __/1
Increase winter sports in the Olympics.
Plan ten years in advance.
Marking Scheme: Please see Appendix 2 in SRB for the correct answers.
For 1 mark questions, give yourself 1 point for every correct answer and 0 points for every incorrect answer.
Read the appendix carefully as it may provide you with clues on why a specific answer is correct. After you
have completed your self-assessment, tally your total scores and write it in the ‘Total Scores’ row.
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Part F: Quiz on Tenses
Section 1: Present Simple Tense
2. Choose the correct present simple tense form of the verb "to be" for the pronoun "I."
am
is
are
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Section 3: Present Perfect Tense
11. Which sentence uses the present perfect tense correctly?
They have eaten dinner an hour ago.
She is going to the party tomorrow.
He has finished his homework already.
12. Choose the correct present perfect tense form of the verb "go" for the pronoun "we."
go
going
gone
13. Which sentence is in the present perfect tense?
I play the guitar every evening.
She has not yet left for the movies.
They will visit us next week.
14. What is the present perfect tense of the verb "write" for the pronoun "he"?
write
wrote
written
15. Fill in the blank with the correct present perfect tense form of the verb "see": "We _____ that movie
before."
see
saw
have seen
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Module 8: Day 5 - Listening to Perspective
S.No s/sh & j/z/zh sound S.No. s/sh & j/z/zh sound
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6. Saw 16.
7. Dodge 17.
8. Edge 18.
9. Noisiest 19.
What is the tone of the character(s)? What emotions are they displaying?
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Part C: Audio Assessment Worksheet
Tone Emotions
Messages
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Part E: Quiz: Protect Nature, Protect Trees
Important Information: 1 mark questions have only ONE correct answer. 2 mark questions may have MORE
THAN ONE correct answer. Please do not select multiple answers for 1 mark questions.
Questions Score
1. According to the speaker, what percentage of Redwood trees have been cut down?
4%
96% __/1
95%
33%
4. What does their Micropropagation Tissue Culture Lab do? Multiple answers possible.
Produce one million trees
Research and development to produce lots of trees __/2
Export trees around the world
Grow new species of trees
5. What legacy does David want to leave for his grandchildren? Multiple answers possible.
To reverse the destruction to nature caused by humans
Research and grow many trees every year __/2
Clone Redwood trees
Re-establish and rebuild the old growth forest
6. Which of these attributes are true for the Redwood tree? Multiple answers possible.
Can grow up to 10 feet in a year
Thrives in warm regions __/2
Grows over 350 feet high
Provide a link to the dinosaur era
Total Score: __/09
Marking Scheme: Please see Appendix 2 in SRB for the correct answers.
For 1 mark questions, give yourself 1 point for every correct answer and 0 points for every incorrect answer.
For 2 mark questions, give yourself:
● ½ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 2 correct answers.
● ⅓ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 3 correct answers.
● ¼ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 4 correct answers.
Read the appendix carefully as it may provide you with clues on why a specific answer is correct. After you
have completed your self-assessment, tally your total scores and write it in the ‘Total Scores’ row.
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Part F: Extra Benefit Quiz: Why Apple is so expensive
Important Information: 1 mark questions have only ONE correct answer. Please do not select multiple
answers.
Questions Score
1. The video starts with a CNBC reporter comparing the cost of some of his apple products to rent.
How many month’s rent does he compare with the price of the products?
__/1
Answer: ________________
2. What was the difference in the starting price of an Iphone in 2007 and 2018?
$400
$499 __/1
$500
$599
4. What did the narrator mean when he said, “…at the cusp of the digital download revolution.”
He is referring to the time immediately after online shopping reached its peak
He is referring to the start of the age of downloading music from the internet __/1
He is referring to the start of the age of the smartphones
He is referring to innovative ways to download and listen to music
5. What makes the narrator speculate that Apple’s industry dominance is under pressure?
Customers are concerned that their digital life is being monopolized by Apple
The number of Iphones are more that the number of people in most countries
__/1
Apple is unable to cross their peak sales value
Apple products are not as premium as they used to be
6. According to the narrator, why did Apple fall to the third most popular phone position in 2018?
The life of smartphones is increasing
Apple’s manufacturing costs are increasing __/1
Apple does offer as many features in their smartphone
The price of the Iphone is just too high
Marking Scheme: Please see Appendix 2 in SRB for the correct answers.
For 1 mark questions, give yourself 1 point for every correct answer and 0 points for every incorrect answer.
Read the appendix carefully as it may provide you with clues on why a specific answer is correct. After you
have completed your self-assessment, tally your total scores and write it in the ‘Total Scores’ row.
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Part F: Quiz on Tenses
Past Simple Tense: Yesterday, I studied for my history test and aced it with flying colors.
Convert the above sentence above into grammatically correct sentences as per instructions below:
1. Present continuous tense:
___________________________________________________________________
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Module 8: Day 6 - Framing your Responses
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4. 3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing, is becoming popular with manufacturers.
What's your understanding of 3D printing after watching the video?
3D printing creates a digital object from a physical design
3D printing creates a physical object from a digital design __/2
3D printing can be used to regenerate physical objects
3D printing requires you to wear glasses to see objects in 3 dimensions
5. According to the CEO of Desktop Metal, how will 3D printing impact mass production?
Multiple answers are possible.
By producing lightweight and strong tools
__/2
By designing materials that are shape efficient
By setting up a global system of trade
By making supply chains more effective
6. What factors contributed to the rising popularity of 3D printing. Multiple answers are possible.
The 3D printer became smaller and cheaper.
The patent on the technology expired. __/2
The technology was not patented.
The 3D printing aids best in transportation
Marking Scheme: Please see Appendix 2 in SRB for the correct answers.
For 1 mark questions, give yourself 1 point for every correct answer and 0 points for every incorrect answer.
For 2 mark questions, give yourself:
● ½ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 2 correct answers.
● ⅓ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 3 correct answers.
● ¼ marks for every correct answer if the answer key reveals that there are 4 correct answers.
Read the appendix carefully as it may provide you with clues on why a specific answer is correct. After you
have completed your self-assessment, tally your total scores and write it in the ‘Total Scores’ row.
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Part D: Extra Benefit Quiz: The Rise and Fall of Forever 21
Important Information: All Questions have only ONE correct answer. Please do not select multiple answers.
Questions Score
2. How many new stores did the company, Forever 21, aim to open by 2017?
4 stores every 6 months
900 stores in 3 years __/1
600 stores in 3 years
600 stores in 1 years
3. Why did they change the name of the store to Forever 21?
It was easier to say and more fashionable
It emphasized the idea of being trendy, fresh and young in spirit __/1
The clothing style was for people around 21 years old
They could not use the old name Fashion 21 any longer
What does the narrator describe as the biggest reason for the decline of Forever 21?
The prices of their products was too low
They kept changing the fashion trends too quickly __/1
They kept introducing more physical stores
They were unable to keep their styles trendy
4. What does the phenomenon ‘Retail Apocalypse’ mean according to the video?
The shutting down of physical stores
The influence of fast fashion brands like Zara __/1
The beginning of Covid 19
The size of the retail market in the USA
Marking Scheme: Please see Appendix 2 in SRB for the correct answers.
For 1 mark questions, give yourself 1 point for every correct answer and 0 points for every incorrect answer.
Read the appendix carefully as it may provide you with clues on why a specific answer is correct. After you
have completed your self-assessment, tally your total scores and write it in the ‘Total Scores’ row.
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Part E: Quiz on Tenses
Present perfect tense: ‘The student has completed all the assignments for the semester.’
Convert the above sentence above into grammatically correct sentences as per instructions below:
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Module 8: Day 7 - The SunoGraphy Contest
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Important Information: 1 mark questions have only ONE correct answer. Please do not select multiple
answers.
Questions Score
1. According to the narrator, how many active volcanoes can be found across the world?
__/1
Answer: ________________
2. When and where was the most destructive volcanic eruption witnessed?
India in 1850
Indonesia in 1815 __/1
Italy in 1800
Mount Canberra in 1815
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3. What does the narrator mean when she says, “…Fuelled by an ancient wrath.”?
She is referring to past civilizations that have gone and become fossils
She is referring to earth’s formative years __/1
She is referring to an old book that talks about the creation of Earth
She is talking about the surface of the Earth
6. Despite their destructive nature, how do volcanoes make life on Earth possible?
They control population
Volcanic ash is rich in nutrients and makes the land fertile __/1
Volcanoes contribute to the rotation of the planet
The heat from the volcanoes provides life giving energy
Marking Scheme: Please see Appendix 2 in SRB for the correct answers.
For 1 mark questions, give yourself 1 point for every correct answer and 0 points for every incorrect answer.
Read the appendix carefully as it may provide you with clues on why a specific answer is correct. After you
have completed your self-assessment, tally your total scores and write it in the ‘Total Scores’ row.
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Module 9: Day 1 - Learning through Drama
S.No. s/sh & j/z/zh sound S.No. s/sh & j/z/zh sound
5. Sore 15.
6. Sure 16.
7. Tuesday 17.
8. Sunday 18.
9. Wage 19.
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Part C: Reading Log: Recording of Daily Task
Book Name: ______________________________________
M9:
D1
(IC)**
M9:
D1
(DT)**
M9:
D2
IC)**
M9:
D2
(DT)**
M9:
D3
IC)**
M9:
D3
(DT)**
M9:
D4
IC)**
M9:
D4
(DT)**
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M9:
D5
IC)**
M9:
D5
(DT)**
M9:
D6
IC)**
M9:
D6
(DT)**
*Identify key story elements that are interesting and can be adapted to your house's contest storyline. For easy
reference, include page number, paragraph number and key message.
** IC = In Class | DT = Daily Task
One sunny day, Jack set off on his adventure, carrying a small backpack and a sense of curiosity. As he
walked through the dense forest, he noticed a glimmer of light through the trees. Excitedly, he followed the
light and discovered a shimmering golden key on the ground. (_________________)
As Jack held the key in his hand, he imagined all the possibilities that lay ahead. He was certain that the key
belonged to a chest full of treasure. In his excitement, he explained, “I will be rich!” (_________________)
Eager to uncover the mystery, Jack continued his journey through the woods. He soon stumbled upon an old,
rusty gate. With anticipation, he inserted the key into the lock and turned it. To his surprise, the gate creaked
open, revealing a hidden garden full of colorful flowers and chirping birds. (_________________)
Jack couldn't contain his excitement and shouted, "Look at this beautiful garden!" (_________________)
In the garden, Jack encountered an elderly woman named Clara (Simple past). She smiled warmly at him and
said, "You've found the key to my secret garden. Thank you, young lad!"
Overjoyed, Jack replied, (_________________) "You're welcome, ma'am! I'm glad I could unlock the magic
of this place."
From that day forward, Jack and Clara became great friends, spending their days tending to the garden and
sharing stories. (_________________) The simple key had unlocked not just a physical gate but also a bond
between two kindred spirits. (_________________)
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Points for the Goosebumps Contest
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Module 9: Day 2 - Maze Reader
Climax:
Resolution (Ending):
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Part B: Peer Feedback
Reviewed by: _________________________
The story has background The story has background The story has partial
knowledge (main knowledge (main background knowledge
character and setting), and character and setting), (main character or setting)
has a strong effect that which barely engages the and doesn’t engage the
makes the story gripping reader. reader at all.
and compelling.
Climax
Resolution (Ending)
The story comes to a The story comes to a clear The story comes to an
satisfying ending that resolution but is not ending that leaves the
enables the reader to satisfying. reader wondering and
predict what could happen disappointed.
next.
Total out of 30
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Part C: Team Feedback on Skit
Feedback for House ______________
Score out of
Rubric Parameters Things you liked Areas of Opportunity
5
Dialogue
Equal Participation
Presentation
Overall Impact
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Part D: Quiz on Tenses
Read the story below and identify the tense used in the underlined sentence:
Emily is walking through the bustling city streets, taking in the sights and sounds around her. People are
hurriedly passing by, cars are honking in the distance, and street musicians are playing lively tunes.
(_________________)
As she is strolling along, she notices a quaint little café tucked away in a corner. The aroma of freshly brewed
coffee is filling the air, enticing her senses. (_________________) Curious, she pushes open the door and
steps inside. (_________________)
The barista greets her with a warm smile and says, "Welcome! What can I get you today?"
(_________________)
Emily looks at the menu and replies, "I'll have a cappuccino, please."
While the barista is preparing her drink, (_________________) Emily glances around the cozy café. People
are engrossed in conversations, laptops are open, and the gentle hum of voices is filling the air.
As she is sitting down at a table near the window, sipping her cappuccino, a man approaches her.
(_________________) He has a friendly face and a notebook in his hand.
"Excuse me," he says, "I couldn't help but notice your interest in the café. I'm a writer, and I'm working on a
story about this place. Would you mind if I ask you a few questions?"
The man introduces himself as Michael and begins asking her about her experience in the café. As they are
talking, Emily is sharing her observations and feelings, describing the cozy atmosphere and the taste of the
coffee. (_________________)
"I've been coming here for years," Michael says. "It's a place that inspires me. The stories I've heard and the
people I've met here have been shaping my writing."
Emily is fascinated by his words and asks, "What are you working on right now?" (_________________)
Michael's eyes light up as he replies, "I'm in the midst of writing a novel about a café, where strangers are
finding connections and stories are unfolding. (_________________) It's a tale of love, loss, and the beauty
of human interactions."
They continue their conversation, discussing literature, writing techniques, and the power of storytelling.
As Emily leaves the café, she feels a sense of inspiration and warmth. (_________________) The encounter
with Michael has reminded her of the magic that can be found in the simplest of moments and the stories that
can be woven from everyday experiences.
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Module 9: Day 3 - Question what you Read!
S.No. s/sh & j/z/zh sound S.No. s/sh & j/z/zh sound
5. Seer 15.
6. Sheer 16.
7. Boys 17.
8. Cats 18.
9. Conclusion 19.
Climax:
Resolution (Ending):
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Part C: Peer Feedback
Reviewed by: _________________________
The story has background The story has background The story has partial
knowledge (main knowledge (main background knowledge
character and setting), and character and setting), (main character or setting)
has a strong effect that which barely engages the and doesn’t engage the
makes the story gripping reader. reader at all.
and compelling.
Climax
Resolution (Ending)
The story comes to a The story comes to a clear The story comes to an
satisfying ending that resolution but is not ending that leaves the
enables the reader to satisfying. reader wondering and
predict what could happen disappointed.
next.
Total out of 30
220
Module 9: Day 4 - Joining the Dots
Climax:
Resolution (Ending):
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Part B: Peer Feedback
Reviewed by: _________________________
The story has background The story has background The story has partial
knowledge (main knowledge (main background knowledge
character and setting), and character and setting), (main character or setting)
has a strong effect that which barely engages the and doesn’t engage the
makes the story gripping reader. reader at all.
and compelling.
Climax
Resolution (Ending)
The story comes to a The story comes to a clear The story comes to an
satisfying ending that resolution but is not ending that leaves the
enables the reader to satisfying. reader wondering and
predict what could happen disappointed.
next.
Total out of 30
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Part C: Making Connections - Text to Self
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Part F: Quiz on Tenses
Read the story below and identify the tense used in the underlined sentence:
Sophia and Ethan have been best friends since kindergarten. They have shared countless memories, from
playground adventures to late-night study sessions. (___________________)
One sunny afternoon, they sit on a park bench, enjoying the warm breeze. Sophia turns to Ethan and says,
"Can you believe how far we've come? We have accomplished so much together." (___________________)
Ethan smiles and nods, replying, "Absolutely! It's amazing to think about all the obstacles we have overcome
and the goals we have achieved." (___________________)
As they reflect on their journey, Sophia remarks, "Remember when we won the science fair in fifth grade?
We put so much effort into that project." (___________________)
Ethan chuckles and says, "Oh yes, how could I forget! We have spent hours in my garage, conducting
experiments and writing our research."(___________________)
Sophia continues, "And what about our high school graduation? We have worked hard for those diplomas."
(___________________)
Ethan agrees (___________________), "Definitely! All those late nights studying and supporting each other
through tough exams paid off in the end."
As the sun sets, they stand up from the bench, ready to face new challenges and create more memories
together. The journey may continue, but their friendship remains a constant source of strength and joy.
(___________________)
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Module 9: Day 5 - Making Predictions
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
Title: _________________________________________________________
Background context:
Setting:
Plot:
Characters:
Character Name Character traits (role, relationship to other Played by
characters, strengths and flaws)
Character 1
Character 2
Character 3
Character 4
Character 5
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Part C: Quiz on Tenses
Read the story below and write the correct verb in the gray boxes [_________] using the cue at the end of the
sentence. Additionally, identify and write tenses of the sentences in the space provided (_______________).
Eg I [___ate___] a heavy meal last night (simple past). I will visit the doctor later today ( simple future )
Yesterday, I _________ tennis with my friends at the local court (simple past). We had a great time and
enjoyed the sunny weather (_______________). The match started at 10 a.m., and we played until noon
(_______________).
Currently, I am _________ a report for my boss (present continuous). He needs it by the end of the day
(_______________). I am taking a short break to gather my thoughts before continuing (_______________).
The deadline is approaching (_______________), so I must finish this report soon (_______________).
Next week, I _________ go on vacation to the beach (simple future). I have booked a beautiful resort
(_______________), and I am looking forward to relaxing on the sandy shores (_______________). The
forecast predicts that the weather will be sunny, so I will spend most of my time swimming and sunbathing
(_______________).
While I _________ _________ dinner last night (past continuous), my phone rang (_______________). It
was my best friend, and we talked for hours (_______________). We were reminiscing about our childhood
(_______________) and all the fun we had together (_______________).
In the past month, I have traveled to three different countries for work (_______________). I _________
_________ Spain, France, and Italy (present perfect). Each trip has been a unique experience
(_______________), and I have learned a lot about different cultures and traditions (present perfect).
In the future, I will continue to explore new opportunities and expand my horizons (simple future). I will
strive for success in both my personal and professional life (_______________). Life is full of possibilities,
and I _________ excited to see what lies ahead (simple present).
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Part B: Evaluate Contest Script
The story has background The story has background The story has partial
knowledge (main knowledge (main background knowledge
character and setting), and character and setting), (main character or setting)
has a strong effect that which barely engages the and doesn’t engage the
makes the story gripping reader. reader at all.
and compelling.
Climax
The CLIMAX of the The CLIMAX of the The CLIMAX of the fiction
fiction story clearly fiction story mostly story does not sufficiently
develops the TURNING develops the TURNING develop the TURNING
POINT of the story where POINT of the story where POINT of the story where
the problem or conflict the problem or conflict the problem or conflict
reaches its peak. reaches its peak. reaches its peak.
Resolution (Ending)
The story comes to a The story comes to a clear The story comes to an
satisfying ending that resolution but is not ending that leaves the reader
enables the reader to satisfying. wondering and
predict what could happen disappointed.
next.
Total out of 30
* The script will lose points on this parameter if the dialogues lack delivery and emotion cues.
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Module 9: Day 7 - The Goosebumps Contest
The skit was relevant to the The skit somewhat relevant to The skit was irrelevant to the
story of the book. the story of the book. story of the book.
Relevant to the
assigned They clearly demonstrated that Students demonstrated that they Students were not able to
Goosebumps they understood the topic and had some understanding of the showcase that they understood
story all the content (characters, book but didn't properly play and followed the content
setting, and emotion). out the skit. (characters, setting, and
emotion) of the book.
The dialogues sustained The dialogues largely sustained The dialogues rarely sustained
audience attention throughout audience attention and were audience attention in the drama
the drama by allowing for easy clear most of the time, with but were not meaningful and
Dialogue understanding of character occasional moments of did not contribute to the
interactions and plot confusion or ambiguity. storyline.
progression.
It seemed that the team It seemed that the team It seemed that the team tried to
encouraged the weakest somewhat encouraged the hide the weakest member in the
Equal
member to participate and was weakest member to participate smallest/easiest role.
Participation
given an important role in the but not given an important role
skit. to play.
The students tell the story with The students tell the story with The students tell the story with
excellent use of the required good use of the required limited use of the required
prosody, facial expressions and prosody, facial expressions and prosody, facial expressions or
Presentation movements to make the movements to make the movement to make the
characters more believable and characters more believable and storytelling more interesting or
the story more easily the story more easily clear.
understood. understood.
The students were able to The students were able to The students were able to
complete at least 4 journeys complete at least 3 journeys complete at least 2 journeys
Speed
from the book before finalizing from the book before finalizing from the book before finalizing
the skit. the skit. the skit.
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Part B: Presentation Feedback
Feedback for House ______________
Score out of
Rubric Parameters Things you liked Areas of Opportunity
5
Relevant to the
assigned
Goosebumps story
Dialogue
Equal Participation
Presentation
Speed
Overall Impact
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Module 9: Day 8 - Easier Said than Done
Part A: Quiz on Tenses
Read the article below and write the tenses of the sentences in the space provided.
Electric Vehicles (EVs) have revolutionized the automobile industry [___________________]. They offer
numerous advantages over traditional gasoline-powered vehicles [___________________]. In the past, EVs
were considered niche products [simple past], but now they are gaining popularity worldwide
[___________________]. The future of transportation lies in electric vehicles, as they are more
environmentally friendly and sustainable [___________________].
One of the main benefits of EVs is their zero-emission nature [___________________]. They do not produce
any tailpipe emissions [___________________]. Consequently, these vehicles are polluting the environment
less than the ICE vehicles [___________________]. This is especially important in reducing air pollution and
combating climate change. Moreover, EVs also have lower operating costs compared to gasoline cars
[___________________]. They require less maintenance and have fewer moving parts, which translates to
lower repair and maintenance expenses [___________________].
The EV market has grown rapidly in recent years [___________________]. Companies have invested
heavily in research and development to improve battery technology [___________________], resulting in
longer driving ranges and faster charging times [___________________]. In addition, the availability of
charging infrastructure has been expanding, making it more convenient for EV owners to recharge their
vehicles [___________________].
In the future, we can expect even more advancements in EV technology [___________________]. Battery
technology will continue to improve [___________________], allowing for even longer driving ranges and
faster charging. Furthermore, autonomous driving features will become more prevalent in EVs, making
transportation safer and more efficient [___________________]. We may even see the development of
wireless charging technology, eliminating the need for physical charging stations.
In conclusion, EVs are the future of transportation [___________________]. Their numerous advantages,
including zero emissions, lower operating costs, and technological advancements, make them an attractive
option for consumers. As the demand for cleaner and more sustainable transportation grows, the EV market
will continue to expand [___________________], driving innovation and a greener future.
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Mid Term Progress Review-2
Individual Development Journey
of
_________________________________
[Student’s name]
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Section A: Capital Development
Reflect and list down the skills that you have developed in the last 4 modules.
Take some time to think and identify the skills that you believe have had the most impact on your
capitals. Write a maximum of 2 skills for each capital. You should also be able to justify your
selections by giving anecdotal evidence.
Section B: Investments
List down the investments you have made to develop the identified skills.
What can you do to take maximum benefit of the investments you made (Think in terms of time,
assistance, tools you may require)?
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Section C: Accomplishments
Keeping in mind your destination (end goal), reflect on your journey so far. Use the table below to
estimate how much of the journey has been completed and how much is remaining.
Reflect on the skill-sets you Reflect on your learning Now you know what you have
have identified in Section A journey and identify what you accomplished and what you
above and think of proficiency have already accomplished and would like to accomplish,
levels you would like to what more you need to achieve identify what percentage of
achieve in those skills (3 (learn, practice, demonstrate). journey you have covered and
skills). Decide on your what percentage of your
proficiency based on a time learning journey you need to
horizon of 4 months of travel?
continuous effort.
1.
2.
3.
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Appendix 1 Vocabulary Builder
MO:D2 White Collar(aj) - White collar work is that which is done using brain capacity
Empower(v) - Make (someone) stronger and more confident, especially in controlling their life
and claiming their rights.
Eg. A good education system should empower its students to become independent learners.
Demonstrate(v) - Show
Eg. A high performing student is one who demonstrates a sound understanding of the subject
matter.
Goosebumps(n): A state of the skin (caused by cold, fear, or excitement) in which small bumps
appear on the surface (as the hairs become erect)
Eg. I expect to get goosebumps out of excitement when you deliver fine speeches during your
Module 1 Contest.
MO:D5 Appellant(n): A person who applies to a higher court for a reversal of the decision of a lower
court
Eg. The high court decided in favor of the appellant and set him free from custody.
MO:D6 Plagiarism(n): The practice of taking someone else's work or ideas and passing them off as one's
own
Eg. Your assignments at your schools as well as at FEA should demonstrate your own
understanding rather than it being plagiarized from someone else.
Strategy(n): A plan
Eg. As you know, the advanced program has contests at the end of every module. The winning
team will be the one that implements the best strategy.
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Module 1 - Vocabulary Builder
Day Word and its meaning
Enthusiasm(n): Eagerness
Eg. Nothing great can be ever achieved without enthusiasm.
Plot(n): The main events of a play, novel, film, or similar work, devised and presented by the
writer as an interrelated sequence.
Tactile(aj): Touchable
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Modulation(n): Variation in the strength, tone, or pitch of one's voice
Circumstance(n): Situation
Eg. We must not allow our circumstances to stop us from achieving our goals.
Grooming(n): The things that you do to make your appearance clean and neat
Compelling(aj): Forceful
Eg. Using appropriate vocabulary would help you craft a compelling speech.
M1:D8 Pause(n): A short period in which something such as a sound or an activity is stopped before
starting again
Eg. She took momentary pauses while delivering her speech.
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Module 2 - Vocabulary Builder
Day Word and its meaning
Parapet(n): A low protective wall along an elevator structure (Eg. a balcony or roof)
Eg. She stood on the bridge, leaning over the parapet to watch the water race.
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Intended(v): Planned or desired
Eg. The vocabulary builder intends to broaden your vocabulary so that you may choose the
most appropriate word to convey your message. Reading is another good way to build your
vocabulary.
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Module 3 - Vocabulary Builder
Day Word and its meaning
M3:D4 Illustration(n): A picture or diagram that helps make something clear or attractive
Vague(aj): Unclear
Eg. A weak vocabulary will produce vague sentences.
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Module 4 - Vocabulary Builder
Day Word and its meaning
Relay(v): Pass on
Eg. You should come to the class everyday. Do not rely on friends to relay information to you as
there will be significant loss in translation.
Flustered(aj): Confused
Eg. The curriculum covers one lesson in a day. If it covered multiple lessons in a day, it would
lead you overwhelmed and flustered.
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Module 5 - Vocabulary Builder
Day Word and its meaning
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Module 6 - Vocabulary Builder
Day Word and its meaning
M6:D1 Soliloquy(n): The act of speaking one's thoughts aloud (especially by a character in a play)
Eg: Practicing soliloquy in front of a mirror is an effective method for improving
pronunciation.
Scholastic(aj): Relating to school, education, learning
Eg: A robust plan that challenges you increases your chances of achieving your scholastic
goals.
Mindful(aj): Focusing one's awareness on the present moment
Eg: Being mindful while speaking will allow you to identify and correct common mistakes that
you make while communicating.
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Module 7: Vocabulary Builder
Day Word and its meaning
Plot(n): Sequence of main events of a play, novel, film, devised and presented by the writer
Inciting incident: The event that forms the basis of the story
Rising action: A series of relevant incidents that create suspense, interest, and tension in a story
leading to the climax
Climax(n): The most interesting and high of a story which usually happens near the end
Gremlin(n): An imaginary creature that gets inside machines and makes them stop working
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M7:D5 Rigorous(aj): To look at or consider every part of something to ensure it is correct or safe
Eg. Rigorous practice of the prescribed wordlist will facilitate better pronunciation of English
sounds.
Amusement Park(n): A large outdoor area with rides, shows and other entertainments
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Module 8: Vocabulary Builder
Day Word and its meaning
Obsolete(aj): Outdated
Eg. The world we live in is rapidly changing and a learning attitude ensures that we do not rely
on obsolete information.
Diminish(v): Decrease
Eg. Integrity is a core value that does not diminish.
Mitigate(v): Reduce
Eg. Continuous practice of learning a new language will mitigate the chances of making
mistakes.
M8:D3 Consistency(n): The condition of always happening or behaving in the same way
Eg. Consistent practice is the shortest way to success. Each one of us should put in our best
efforts to strengthen our skills and to increase the chances of our team’s success.
Baffle(v): Confuse
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Eg. Some concepts are difficult to understand and can leave you baffled. To get the most out of
your time, learn to ask meaningful and intelligent questions.
Espionage(n): Spying
Eg. Digging through someone's trash to get information is one of the oldest acts of espionage
in the spy business.
M8:D5 Stone age(n): The early period in human history when people made tools and weapons only out
of stone.
Interpret(v): Translate
Eg. The accuracy of your interpretation of events, messages, etc. depends on your experiences
(read, heard and seen).
Micropropagation(n): The practice of rapidly multiplying plant stock material to produce many
saplings of the plant
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Artificial Intelligence(n): Intelligence demonstrated by machines, as opposed to natural
intelligence displayed by humans
Compositions(n): Something that a person has created or written (esp. a text, a work of art, or a
piece of music)
Eg. A story, a song, a painting or a letter all require multiple drafts before they become
compositions to be proud of.
Avatar(n): An electronic image that is used to represent a person in the virtual world
Neural Network(n): A computer operating system, designed to function like a human brain.
Machine Learning(n): The ability of a machine/computer to teach itself (just like a human
brain).
Ace(v): master/excel
Eg. Graduate students who wish to ace the employment process should enroll themselves for
the Career Starter Pack, post the completion of the Advanced Level.
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Module 9: Vocabulary Builder
Day Word and its meaning
M9:D2 Goosebumps(n): A state of the skin (caused by cold, fear, or excitement) in which small bumps
appear on the surface (as the hairs become erect)
Eg. I expect to get goosebumps out of excitement when you deliver fine speeches during your
Module 1 Contest.
Werewolf (n): A mythical creature that transforms from human to wolf on full moon nights.
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M9:D5 Quotient(n): A degree of engagement
Eg. A well laid out plan promises a positive outcome, which in turn is bound to increase your
happiness quotient.
Groan(v): To make a deep sad sound (Day 5 for ICa Vocabulary Builder)
Accelerate(v): Speed up
Eg. Some of you may be friends who spend time together outside of the FEA classroom,
communicating in English with each other will accelerate the development of your English
language skills.
Metaverse(n): A digital (virtual reality) world that is designed to mimic the real world
Mid Mobile Hawking(v): Setting up a temporary stall and selling goods on the footpath or a cart
Term
Review Deem(v): To have a particular opinion about something
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Appendix 2 MOOC Credentials
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Appendix 3 MOOC Journal
Part A: Questions that I want answered about from the MOOC are:
Example: (I get nervous in front of people) How can the MOOC help me build my confidence while
speaking in front of an audience?
1.
2.
3.
Part A: Questions that I have about the MOOC are: Part B: The answers are:
1.
2.
3.
Part C: How did your questions help you interpret the MOOC / impact your learning experience?
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♛ Week 2 - MOOC Notes
Part A: Questions that I have about the MOOC are: Part B: The answers are:
1.
2.
3.
Part C: How did your questions help you interpret the MOOC / impact your learning experience?
Part A: Questions that I have about the MOOC are: Part B: The answers are:
1.
2.
3.
Part C: How did your questions help you interpret the MOOC / impact your learning experience?
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♛ Week 4 - MOOC Notes
Part A: Questions that I have about the MOOC are: Part B: The answers are:
1.
2.
3.
Part C: How did your questions help you interpret the MOOC / impact your learning experience?
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Appendix 4 - Peer Review
M1: D2
Rate your peers as a speaker
Use the following table to rate your peers on their spoken language ability. Please be honest in your feedback as your
assessment will provide valuable insights to your friend on his/her spoken language capabilities. After your assessment, have
a discussion with the person you have rated and explain the score you have awarded for each parameter. Be ready to provide
anecdotal evidence to justify your reasoning.
Low Confidence (1-3): Difficulty starting conversations, nervous body language, limited
eye contact, stumbling or pausing frequently.
Moderate Confidence (4-7): Comfortable starting conversations, confident body
Confidence language, steady eye contact, able to express thoughts clearly, but still a bit nervous.
High Confidence (8-10): Extremely confident, comfortable in any conversation,
excellent body language, strong eye contact, articulate and able to effectively express
complex thoughts and ideas.
Low Clarity (1-3): Difficulty expressing ideas, frequent use of filler words, hesitating,
and difficult for listeners to understand.
Moderate Clarity (4-7): Able to clearly express basic ideas, limited use of filler words,
Clarity easy for listeners to understand the general message.
High Clarity (8-10): Extremely articulate, able to express complex ideas clearly,
confident and effective use of language, easy for listeners to understand and retain
information.
Low Engagement (1-3): Difficulty maintaining focus, inattentive body language, limited
eye contact, speaking in a monotone or disinterested tone.
Moderate Engagement (4-7): Capable of maintaining focus, active body language,
Engagement moderate eye contact, speaking in an interesting and engaging tone.
High Engagement (8-10): Extremely focused, energetic body language, strong eye
contact, speaking in an enthusiastic and dynamic tone.
Example of good feedback (during peer Discussion): Compared to your last presentation, I noticed a significant
improvement in your confidence level. You maintained steady eye contact with the audience, your body language was
confident and relaxed, and you were able to clearly articulate your thoughts and ideas. However, I still noticed a few
moments where you paused or stumbled slightly, which suggests that there is still some room for improvement. Overall, I
would rate your confidence level in this presentation as a 6 or 7 on the scale. With some additional practice and focus, I'm
confident that you can continue to improve and reach a higher level of confidence in your presentations.
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M3: D6
Rate your peers as a speaker
Use the following table to rate your peers on their spoken language ability. Please be honest in your feedback as your
assessment will provide valuable insights to your friend on his/her spoken language capabilities. After your assessment, have
a discussion with the person you have rated and explain the score you have awarded for each parameter. Be ready to provide
anecdotal evidence to justify your reasoning.
Low Confidence (1-3): Difficulty starting conversations, nervous body language, limited
eye contact, stumbling or pausing frequently.
Moderate Confidence (4-7): Comfortable starting conversations, confident body
Confidence language, steady eye contact, able to express thoughts clearly, but still a bit nervous.
High Confidence (8-10): Extremely confident, comfortable in any conversation,
excellent body language, strong eye contact, articulate and able to effectively express
complex thoughts and ideas.
Low Clarity (1-3): Difficulty expressing ideas, frequent use of filler words, hesitating,
and difficult for listeners to understand.
Moderate Clarity (4-7): Able to clearly express basic ideas, limited use of filler words,
Clarity easy for listeners to understand the general message.
High Clarity (8-10): Extremely articulate, able to express complex ideas clearly,
confident and effective use of language, easy for listeners to understand and retain
information.
Low Engagement (1-3): Difficulty maintaining focus, inattentive body language, limited
eye contact, speaking in a monotone or disinterested tone.
Moderate Engagement (4-7): Capable of maintaining focus, active body language,
Engagement moderate eye contact, speaking in an interesting and engaging tone.
High Engagement (8-10): Extremely focused, energetic body language, strong eye
contact, speaking in an enthusiastic and dynamic tone.
Example of good feedback (during peer discussion): Compared to module 1, I noticed a significant improvement in the
clarity of your ideas. Your messaging is well-structured, and you use clear and concise language to convey complex ideas
effectively. You rarely use filler words, which helps to maintain the audience's attention, and you provide numerous
examples to support your ideas. However, there are a few moments where your delivery can be more polished, and you can
provide additional context for the arguments you make. Overall, I would rate your clarity as a 7 or 8 on the scale. With some
additional preparation and practice, I believe you could continue to improve and reach a higher level of clarity in your
presentations.
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M5: D8
Rate your peers as a speaker
Use the following table to rate your peers on their spoken language ability. Please be honest in your feedback as your
assessment will provide valuable insights to your friend on his/her spoken language capabilities. After your assessment, have
a discussion with the person you have rated and explain the score you have awarded for each parameter. Be ready to provide
anecdotal evidence to justify your reasoning.
Low Confidence (1-3): Difficulty starting conversations, nervous body language, limited
eye contact, stumbling or pausing frequently.
Moderate Confidence (4-7): Comfortable starting conversations, confident body
Confidence language, steady eye contact, able to express thoughts clearly, but still a bit nervous.
High Confidence (8-10): Extremely confident, comfortable in any conversation,
excellent body language, strong eye contact, articulate and able to effectively express
complex thoughts and ideas.
Low Clarity (1-3): Difficulty expressing ideas, frequent use of filler words, hesitating,
and difficult for listeners to understand.
Moderate Clarity (4-7): Able to clearly express basic ideas, limited use of filler words,
Clarity easy for listeners to understand the general message.
High Clarity (8-10): Extremely articulate, able to express complex ideas clearly,
confident and effective use of language, easy for listeners to understand and retain
information.
Low Engagement (1-3): Difficulty maintaining focus, inattentive body language, limited
eye contact, speaking in a monotone or disinterested tone.
Moderate Engagement (4-7): Capable of maintaining focus, active body language,
Engagement moderate eye contact, speaking in an interesting and engaging tone.
High Engagement (8-10): Extremely focused, energetic body language, strong eye
contact, speaking in an enthusiastic and dynamic tone.
Example of good feedback (during peer discussion): Compared to module 1, I noticed a significant improvement in the
clarity of your ideas. Your messaging is well-structured, and you use clear and concise language to convey complex ideas
effectively. You rarely use filler words, which helps to maintain the audience's attention, and you provide numerous
examples to support your ideas. However, there are a few moments where your delivery can be more polished, and you can
provide additional context for the arguments you make. Overall, I would rate your clarity as a 7 or 8 on the scale. With some
additional preparation and practice, I believe you could continue to improve and reach a higher level of clarity in your
presentations.
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Appendix 5 - Scholastic Cup: House Value Systems
The House of Helpers (235 Words)
The qualities - caring, interpersonal skills, generosity and friendliness - possessed by The House of Helpers
can be used to build strong team dynamics in several ways. Here are some examples:
Encourage open communication: The House of Helpers can use their interpersonal skills to encourage open
communication among team members. They can foster a culture of honesty and trust, where everyone feels
comfortable sharing their thoughts and ideas.
Create a supportive environment: The House of Helpers can use their caring and generous qualities to
create a supportive environment where team members feel valued and appreciated. They can celebrate each
other's successes and offer help and encouragement when needed.
Build strong relationships: The House of Helpers can use their friendly qualities to build strong
relationships among team members. They can organize team-building activities, such as social events or
group outings, to promote bonding and foster a sense of unity.
Practice active listening: The House of Helpers can use their interpersonal skills to practice active listening,
where they fully engage with what other team members are saying and show empathy for their perspectives.
This can help to build trust and understanding among team members.
Foster a collaborative culture: The House of Helpers can use their qualities to foster a collaborative culture
where team members work together to achieve common goals. They can encourage team members to share
their ideas and brainstorm together to find creative solutions to challenges.
The qualities - ambitious, motivated, sociable, and competitive - possessed by The House of Achievers can be
used to build strong team dynamics in several ways. Here are some examples:
Set clear goals: The House of Achievers can use their ambitious and motivated qualities to set clear goals for
the team. By establishing specific targets, they can create a shared sense of purpose and direction.
Encourage healthy competition: The House of Achievers can use their competitive qualities to encourage
healthy competition among team members. They can organize friendly contests or challenges that inspire
individuals to push themselves and strive for excellence.
Foster a collaborative culture: The House of Achievers can use their sociable qualities to foster a
collaborative culture where team members work together to achieve common goals. They can encourage
team members to share their ideas and opinions and collaborate on projects.
Celebrate achievements: The House of Achievers can use their competitive qualities to celebrate
achievements and milestones. By recognizing individual and team accomplishments, they can motivate team
members to continue striving for excellence.
Provide feedback: The House of Achievers can use their ambitious and motivated qualities to provide
feedback to team members. By offering constructive criticism and praise, they can help individuals grow and
develop their skills.
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The House of Loyalists (228 words)
The qualities - trustworthy, devoted, sensitive, and informed decision-makers - possessed by The House of
Loyalists can be used to build strong team dynamics in several ways. Here are some examples:
Build trust: The House of Loyalists can use their trustworthy qualities to build trust among team members.
They can maintain transparency and honesty in their interactions, which can help to create a culture of trust
and reliability within the team.
Foster a sense of devotion: The House of Loyalists can use their devoted qualities to foster a sense of
devotion and commitment to the team's goals. They can motivate team members to stay focused and
dedicated to the mission of the team.
Practice empathy: The House of Loyalists can use their sensitive qualities to practice empathy towards their
colleagues. They can listen actively and be sensitive to the needs of others, which can help to create a
supportive and understanding work environment.
Make informed decisions: The House of Loyalists can use their informed decision-making qualities to make
informed and rational decisions for the team. They can analyze information carefully and make
well-thought-out decisions, which can lead to better outcomes for the team.
Communicate effectively: The House of Loyalists can use their trustworthy and sensitive qualities to
communicate effectively with team members. They can convey messages clearly and respectfully, which can
help to minimize misunderstandings and conflicts within the team.
The qualities - responsible, persistent, courageous, and determined - possessed by The House of Reformers
can be used to build strong team dynamics in several ways. Here are some examples:
Take responsibility: The House of Reformers can use their responsible qualities to take responsibility for
their actions and decisions. They can encourage team members to do the same, which can help to create a
culture of accountability and responsibility within the team.
Persevere through challenges: The House of Reformers can use their persistent qualities to persevere
through challenges and setbacks. They can motivate team members to stay focused and resilient in the face of
obstacles, which can help to create a sense of determination and perseverance within the team.
Take calculated risks: The House of Reformers can use their courageous qualities to take calculated risks
when necessary. They can encourage team members to step outside their comfort zones and try new
approaches, which can lead to innovation and growth for the team.
Stay determined: The House of Reformers can use their determined qualities to stay focused on the team's
goals. They can motivate team members to remain persistent and determined in their pursuit of success,
which can help to create a strong sense of purpose and direction within the team.
Support each other: The House of Reformers can use their qualities to support each other during
challenging times. They can provide encouragement and support to team members, which can help to build
camaraderie and a strong sense of teamwork within the team.
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Tear here _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
Criteria Excellent (5-4 pts) Good (3-2 pts) Fair (1-0 pts) Score Rational
Content
Overall The presentation has a The presentation has a The presentation has
Structure clear and generally organized a poorly organized
well-organized structure, but could structure, making it
structure, including an benefit from greater difficult for the
engaging introduction, clarity or engagement audience to follow
a well-structured main in the introduction, or and understand the
body that flows improved organization presentation, and
smoothly from one and coherence in the leaving a sense of
point to the next, and a main body. confusion or
conclusion that ties unfinished business.
together the main
points.
Delivery
Total Points
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