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PART ONE: Reading (15 points)

A/ Comprehension (08 points)

Read the text carefully and do the activities

Eclipse by definition is the passage of an astronomical body through the shadow of another. The term is usually
used for solar and lunar eclipses, which may be either partial or total but may also refer to other bodies.
The last time a total solar eclipse crossed North America was on August 21, 2017.In the U.S., the eclipse captured
the attention of the nation, with droves of sky-watchers gathering in public spaces and taking road trips for a better
view of the spectacle. According to NASA, another solar eclipse will be visible from the U.S.A on Oct. 14, 2023. It
will be what's called an annular solar eclipse, when the moon is deep in its orbit and appears (from the perspective of
those of us on Earth) too small to fully cover up the sun, instead creating a "ring of fire" effect.
The annular eclipse will be visible in parts of the U.S., Mexico and other countries in Central and South America.
Viewers in parts of all 50 U.S. states will be able to catch a partial solar eclipse.

Safety is paramount for those preparing to watch the celestial show. Experts say that, aside from the brief time the
moon completely covers up the sun during a total solar eclipse, it's not safe to look directly at a total or partial eclipse
with the naked eye. NASA says using specialized eye protection or alternate methods, such as a pinhole projector or
your phone, is a must.

Source: https://www.npr.org/2023/04/09/1168849193/mark-your-calendars-a-total-solar-eclipse

1- Choose the right answer :

A- An eclipse is the passage of an astronomical body…………..another .
a- Above b-Under c- Throughout

B- The last solar eclipse took place……………years ago.

a-Ten b-Six c-Two

C- During the annular solar eclipse, the moon looks…………..when seen from Earth
a a- Tiny b- big c-great

2- Answer the following questions according to the text:

a- Were the Americans interested in watching the Eclipse? How?
b- Where will the coming annular eclipse be visible?
c- What safety measure did NASA advise eclipse viewers with?

3- Identify the paragraphs in which the following ideas are mentioned

“ a-Watching an eclipse with no protection may be harmful.
b- b-The different types of eclipse

4- What or who do the underlined words refer to in the text:

W Which (§1) It(§2) Those (§3)

B/Text exploration: (7points)

1- Find in the text words that are closest in meaning to the following:
a- Complete (§1) = b- Rotate (§2)= c-Specialists (§3) =
2- G
 2- Give the opposite of the following words keeping the same root :
a-Usually b-Visible c-Appear

3- A- Join the pairs of sentences using the connectors in brackets. Make the necessary changes:
a a-Solar eclipse is an astronomical phenomenon. Lunar eclipse is an astronomical phenomenon. (Both...and)
b b-People look directly at the eclipse. People know it is not safe. (Although) c-
c c- Earth disappears. The Sun runs out of hydrogen (If)

4.- Reorder the following sentences to get a coherent passage.

a. With the invention of the telescope, these errors were corrected.

b. In the early 17th century, the practice of this science was limited to eye observations.

c. Astronomy is an ancient science studying the universe.

d. So, ancient astronomers developed many false ideas about space.

PART TWO : Written Expression (5points)

Choose ONE topic only.

Topic One: Using the following notes, write a composition of about 80to 120 words describing MARS planet.

Topic Two: advertisements are everywhere, they are in a way or another effecting our life. Write a composition
of about 80 to 120 words in which you state the advantages and the drawbacks of publicity.

I wish you the best of luck in your Baccalaureate exam. Make me proud!