COLEGIO AMERICANO DE BUCARAMANGA

CÓDIGO: GAF-06
“Educando en principios y valores cristianos”
PROCESO DE GESTIÓN ACADÉMICA VERSIÓN: 01

ACTIVIDADES EVALUATIVAS FECHA: 26/04/2024

TALLER No. TRIMESTRE: FECHA:

ÁREA: LANGUAGE ASIGNATURA: ENGLISH
DOCENTE: WILLIAM LOPEZ
ESTUDIANTE: GRADO: 11
INSTRUCCIONES PARA LA EVALAUCION
Read and answer the questions

Reading Comprehension Paragraph:

High school is a significant stage in a student's life. It serves as a bridge between childhood and
adulthood, offering a range of academic and personal experiences. In high school, students encounter
diverse subjects like mathematics, science, literature, and history, which lay the foundation for their future
endeavors. Beyond academics, extracurricular activities such as sports, clubs, and community service
projects provide opportunities for students to explore their interests and develop crucial life skills.
Additionally, high school is a time for forging friendships and discovering one's identity. Overall, the high
school experience plays a vital role in shaping individuals and preparing them for the challenges ahead.

Vocabulary: Key words

1. Adolescents: Young individuals who are transitioning from childhood to adulthood.

2. Extracurricular: Activities undertaken by students outside of regular academic curriculum.
3. Curriculum: The subjects and content taught in a school or educational program.
4. Personal Growth: The process of developing and improving oneself mentally, emotionally, and
socially.
5. Pivotal: Of crucial importance or significance.

Comprehension Questions:

Multiple Choice (10 questions):

1. What is the primary purpose of high school?

a) Providing social activities
b) Preparing students for adulthood
c) Offering advanced academic courses
d) None of the above

2. Which subjects are commonly taught in high school?

a) Music and art
b) Mathematics, science, literature, and history
c) Philosophy and psychology
d) None of the above

3. What do extracurricular activities in high school offer students?

a) Opportunities to develop new hobbies
b) Chances to earn money
c) Ways to enhance academic performance
d) Platforms for personal growth

4. High school is a crucial phase for students to:

a) Forget about academics
b) Focus solely on socializing
c) Develop lifelong skills
d) None of the above
 5. What do friendships in high school contribute to?
a) Academic competition
b) Personal growth and support
c) Isolation from others
d) None of the above

6. Which of the following is NOT an extracurricular activity commonly found in high school?
a) Drama club
b) Community service projects
c) Professional networking events
d) Chess club

7. What role do community service projects play in high school?

a) They are optional and have no impact on students.
b) They provide opportunities for students to give back to their communities.
c) They are mandatory and interfere with academics.
d) None of the above

8. High school serves as a bridge between:

a) Elementary school and college
b) Childhood and adulthood
c) Work and retirement
d) None of the above

9. What does the high school curriculum typically include?

a) Advanced quantum physics
b) Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics
c) Basic algebra and calculus
d) None of the above

10. How does high school prepare students for the future?
a) By discouraging them from pursuing further education
b) By providing real-world experiences and challenges
c) By shielding them from the realities of life
d) None of the above

Fill in the Blank (5 questions):

1. High school serves as a 1. _________ between childhood and adulthood.

2. Extracurricular activities offer opportunities for 2. __________ growth.

3. The high school curriculum includes subjects like mathematics, science, 3 . __ and history.

4. Friendships formed in high school contribute to 4. __________ support.

5. Overall, high school plays a vital role in shaping individuals´ 5. _____________.

Matching (10 questions):

1. Match the subject with its description:

a) Mathematics ____ 1) Study of past events
b) Science____ 2) Study of living organisms
c) Literature_____ 3) Study of numbers and their operations
d) History_____ 4) Study of written works

2. Match the extracurricular activity with its description:

d) Drama club______ 5) Community service projects
e) Chess club 6) Theatrical performances
f) Community service 7) Strategic board game
 3. Match the aspect of high school with its role:
g) Friendships_____ 8) Personal growth and support
h) Extracurricular activities_____ 9) Developing new hobbies
i) Community service projects____ 10) Giving back to the community

Writing Question: Write a paragraph (at least 120 words) describing your high school experience so far.
Include aspects such as academics, extracurricular activities, friendships, and personal growth.

Rubric: Reading Comprehension (10 points) Each correct answer: 1 point

Fill in the Blanks (5 points)

Each correct answer: 1 point

Matching (5 points) Each correct match: 1 point

Writing (10 points)
 Content (5 points): Description of setting, magical being, and emotions
 Grammar and coherence (3 points): Correct use of grammar and clear organization
 Vocabulary (2 points): Use of varied and appropriate vocabulary

Grading Chart:

 25-28 points: Excellent (9-10)

 20-24 points: Good (8)
 15-19 points: Satisfactory (6-7)
 Below 15 points: Needs Improvement (0-5)

TYPE OF COMPREHENSION FILL IN THE BLANK MATCHING WRITING

QUESTION QUESTIONS

NUMBER OF WRITE THE WRITE THE CORRECT WORD WRITE THE

QUESTION CORRECT ANSWER CORRECT
(LETTER) ANSWER
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AUTOR: APROBADO POR:

William López LUZ AMALIA SIERRA RAMIREZ
FECHA DE CREACIÓN: FECHA DE APROBACIÓN:
Abril 24 de 2024 22 de abril 2024