MINISTRY OF EDUCATION

SECONDARY ENGAGEMENT PROGRAMME

SEPTEMBER 2020

WEEK SEVEN: Lesson Two

SUBJECT: English ‘A’
GRADE: Eleven
TOPIC: Comprehension
SUB TOPIC: OBJECTIVE(S): With the aid of a text students will select the correct answer to given question
by choosing the letter next to the correct answer.

Instructions: Read the following advertisement carefully and then answer questions on the basis of what is
stated or implied

NEWLY RENOVATED
‘SNACKTIME RESTAURANT’
46 QUEEN ST, QUEENSTOWN
Too late to reach home for lunch?
Rush in to ‘SNACKTIME’
Want a bite after the show?
Drive in to ‘SNACKTIME’
We serve-

Juicy Hamburgers
Tasty Hotdogs
Refreshing Milkshakes
Delicious Ice creams and Sundaes
In the twinkling of an eye.
At ‘SNACKTIME

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1. The words in bold print at the beginning of 6. Which of the following literary devices is
the advertisement are intended to do all of NOT used in the advertisement?
the following EXCEPT (A) Metaphor
(A) focus the reader on the type of service (B) Exaggeration
being advertised (C) Repetition
(B) draw attention to the features of the (D) Personification
business advertised
(C) emphasize the benefits of having lunch
at the location
(D) immediately draw the reader’s attention
to the information

2. In the advertisement, the phrase ‘newly

renovated’ (line 1) suggest that the
(A) surroundings look more attractive
(B) patrons will be more welcome
(C) quality of food has improved
(D) service will be quicker than before

3. In the advertisement “in the twinkling of an

eye” (line 13) means the same as
(A) very carefully
(B) under the stars
(C) very quickly
(D) with sparkling eyes

4. According to the advertisement, which of

the following does ‘SNACKTIME
RESTAURANT’ claim to offer?
(A) Quick Service and reasonable services.
(B) Prompt service and enjoyable snacks
(C) Nutritious snacks and takeaway service
(D) Reasonable prices and pleasant
surroundings

5. This advertisement is NOT designed to

appeal to the
(A) diet-conscious eater
(B) cinema going crowd
(C) busy office worker
(D) fast foods enthusiast

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Instructions: Read the following passage carefully then answer the following questions on the
Dear Mr. Lopez

I strongly believe our school should organize a

girls’ soccer team and I am not alone in this
belief. After conducting a survey among the
junior and senior girls at our school, I found that
fifty girls would be interested in trying out for a
soccer team.

To discover how similar teams have worked out

at other schools. I have talked to Ms. Young,
the girls’ soccer coach at Fairfax high. When I
asked her how the team has benefited the girls
and the school she said: “the girls on my team
have become close friends. They help each
other with everything – homework, personal
problems.” She added. “Their grades have
improved- they’ve become better all-round
students and that’s always good for a school.”

A soccer team would be of equal benefit to all

the girls at our school. Just like the girls at
Fairfax, many girls have problems making
friends. A soccer team might help them adjust
to school life.

Moreover, it would be simple to start a soccer

team. I’ve already talked to my fellow gym
teacher, Ms. Jordan. She is willing to take on the
responsibility of coaching the team. The
question of where to practise isn’t a problem
either, since the playing field isn’t used after
three o’clock on Tuesdays and Thursdays. All
we need is your support.

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basis of what is stated or implied.

7. The purpose of the first sentence in paragraph 1 is to suggest that the writer’s point of
view is one that is
(A) shared
(B) logical
(C) unanimous
(D) beyond dispute

8. What did the writer do in order to discover how similar teams worked out at different
schools?
(A) Conducted surveys in other schools
(B) Observed practise sessions at other schools
(C) Spoke with an official at another school
(D) Visited a number of schools with girls’ teams

9. Which of the following is NOT cited as a benefit of a soccer team?

(A) Teamwork
(B) Friendships
(C) Improved grades
(D) Keen competition

10. Paragraph 3 implies that the establishment of a soccer team at the writer’s school would
(A) allow students to get used to school life more easily
(B) reveal how difficult it was for girls to form friendships
(C) show that there was little between two schools
(D) result in the school having a super team to that at Fairfax

11. (“All round students” are students who are

(A) High achievers in examinations
(B) Excellent in sports and athletics
(C) Good in all their academic subjects
(D) Good in academics and co-curricular activities

12. The Main purpose of this letter is to

(A) Promote the benefits of sports for girls
(B) Win support for the establishment of girls’ soccer team
(C) Argue that all girls may be skilled at soccer
(D) Obtain better practise facilities for the girls’ soccer team

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13. Which of the following techniques does the writer use to support her argument?
I. Citing evidence
II. Quotation of experts
III. Showing the advantages

(A) I only
(B) I and ii only
(C) II and III only
(D) I, II and III

14. Which of the following statements is an opinion?

(A) A soccer team would be of equal benefits to all the girls at our school.
(B) The question of where to practise isn’t a problem either.
(C) She is willing to take on the responsibility of coaching the team.
(D) I found that fifty girls would be interested in trying out for a soccer team

15. “Mr. Lopez”, to whom the letter is addressed is Most likely a

(A) Student
(B) Gym teacher
(C) Newspaper editor
(D) School official

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