English assessment

Part A: Reading Comprehension

"In recent years, environmental issues have become a major concern around the world. One of the
most significant problems is plastic pollution. Every year, millions of tons of plastic waste end up in the
oceans, harming marine life and affecting the food chain. Efforts are being made globally to reduce
plastic usage by encouraging recycling and banning single-use plastics."
Questions:
1. What is the main topic of the passage?
2. Why is plastic pollution considered a problem?
3. Mention one solution offered in the text to reduce plastic usage.
4. True or False: The passage says plastic pollution is only a local problem.
5. What does the phrase “single-use plastics” most likely mean?
6. Write a short summary (2-3 sentences) of the passage.
Part B: Grammar (20 points)
Choose the correct answer for each question.
1.If I _____ more time, I would travel the world.
a) have
b) had
c) has
d) having
2.She has lived in Bali _____ 2018.
a) since
b) for
c) ago
d) in
3.The cake _____ by my mother yesterday.
a) made
b) is made
c) was made
d) makes

4.They _____ the assignment when the teacher arrived.

a) finish
b) had finished
c) finished
d) were finishing
5.Which sentence is correct?
a) He don’t like coffee.
b) He doesn’t likes coffee.
c) He doesn’t like coffee.
d) He don’t likes coffee.
Part C: Vocabulary
Choose the synonym or meaning of the underlined word.
1.The company will implement a new system next year.
a) cancel
b) apply
c) avoid
d) destroy
2.The students were eager to join the competition.
a) reluctant
b) lazy
c) enthusiastic
d) bored
3.“Sustainable” most likely means:
a) expensive
b) modern
c) environmentally friendly
d) short-term

Part D: Writing
Choose ONE of the following prompts and write a paragraph (100–150 words).
a.Describe your opinion on using technology in the classroom.
b.Write about your most unforgettable holiday experience.
c.Scoring based on: content, grammar, vocabulary, coherence, and spelling.

Part A: Reading Comprehension (25 points)

1. What is the main topic of the passage?
➤ Plastic pollution and its environmental impact. (3 pts)
2. Why is plastic pollution considered a problem?
➤ Because it harms marine life and affects the food chain. (5 pts)
3. Mention one solution offered in the text to reduce plastic usage.
➤ Encouraging recycling or banning single-use plastics. (5 pts)
4. True or False: The passage says plastic pollution is only a local problem.
➤ False (3 pts)
5. What does the phrase “single-use plastics” most likely mean?
➤ Plastics that are used once and then thrown away (e.g., plastic straws, bags). (4 pts)
6. Short summary:
➤ The passage discusses plastic pollution as a serious global issue. It explains how it harms
marine life and suggests reducing plastic use through recycling and bans. (5 pts — allow
variation)

Part B: Grammar (20 points)

1. b) had
2. a) since
3. c) was made
4. b) had finished
5. c) He doesn’t like coffee.

Part C: Vocabulary (15 points)

1. b) apply (3 pts)
2. c) enthusiastic (3 pts)
3. c) environmentally friendly (3 pts)

1. He is enthusiastic about his new position as a team leader and eager to … additional responsibilities.
a. Get on
b. Take after
c. Taking over
d. Take on
2. Amsterdam is a city … below sea level.
a. Built
b. Has built
c. That built
d. Was built
3. When you are … a new career, persistence is key.
a. Looking up
b. Looking for
c. Looking after
d. Looking at
4. Neither breakfast … dinner was available at the hotel.
a. And
b. Or
c. Nor
d. But
5. The development of a nation is the … of its people, educators, and government.
a. Responsibility
b. Responsibly
c. Responsive
d. Responsible
6. I can’t decide whether to choose … in Bali or Jakarta.
a. Living
b. To live
c. Lives
d. Lived
7. Due to heavy rain, the outdoor concert had to be ….
a. Cancelled
b. Called off
c. Put down
d. Set out
8. After several rounds of interviews, I was informed that I … as the marketing assistant.
a. Is chosen
b. Accepted
c. Was chosen
d. Chose
9. Dani has been working hard. …, his business is now thriving.
a. Nevertheless
b. Therefore
c. Although
d. Despite
10. John F. Kennedy, …. Was widely regarded as one of the most charismatic U.S. presidents in
history.
a. A great leader in
b. Was a great leader
c. In a great leader
d. A great leader
11. The incorrect word in the following sentence is…
The colour of her car are brighter than my new one, making it more noticeable on the road.
a. Colour
b. Are
c. Than
d. More
Choose the correct answers to complete the passage below!
Hi, my name is Alex. I (12) a university student majoring in biology. I (13) in a small apartment near
campus. I (14) two close friends who also study science. One of them (15) to be a marine biologist.
However, the other doesn’t plan (16) graduate school because (17) he wants to start working right after
college. He hasn’t (18) his final project yet.
12. The correct answer is…
a. Is
b. Are
c. Am
d. Do
13. The correct answer is…
a. Live
b. Teach
c. Arrive
d. Think
14. The correct answer is…
a. Want
b. Study
c. Own
d. Have
15. The correct answer is…
a. Going
b. Want
c. Wants
d. Think
16. The correct answer is…
a. Goes
b. To go
c. Go
d. Went
17. The correct answer is…
a. Although
b. Because
c. However
d. Despite
18. The correct answer is…
a. Started
b. Finished
c. Cancelled
d. Worked
19. What do you think ____ by the time we meet again next summer?
a. he will start his new business
b. will he start his new business
c. will he have started his new business
d. he will have started his new business
20. The chef is now preparing a special dish for the guests.
The passive voice of the above sentence is ____________
a. A special dish is now being prepared for the guests
b. The guests are preparing a special dish now
c. The guests are now served with a special dish
d. A special dish was being prepared by the guests
21. The police are investigating the case.
The passive form of the above sentence is ____________
a. The case was being investigated
b. The case is being investigated
c. The case has been investigated
d. The police were investigating the case

22. The teacher said, “Submit your homework before the deadline!”
This means…
a. The teacher advised us to submit our homework.
b. The teacher ordered us to submit our homework before the deadline.
c. The teacher asked us when the homework was due.
d. The teacher requested us to do our homework quickly.
23. _____________ in the meeting yesterday.
a. I asked them to not participate
b. I told not to participate to them
c. I asked them not to participate
d. I told to them not participate
24. “Is everyone invited to the reunion dinner?”
“Well, the event is reserved only for those _______”
a. who graduated in 2015
b. were graduate in 2015
c. they graduated from 2015
d. to whom 2015 is meaningful
25. The athlete won the gold medal. The coach praised him.
The sentence can be combined as follows..
The athlete _______ won the gold medal.
a. whom the coach praised
b. which the coach praised
c. he is praised by the coach
d. is praised by the coach
26. Laughing so loudly, they forgot to hear the announcement.
The underlined part means: ______________, they forgot to hear the announcement.
a. Although they laughed loudly
b. Because they were laughing loudly
c. When they had laughed loudly
d. In order to laugh loudly
27. I saw her running when the fire broke out this morning.
This means ___________.
a. She was running when the fire broke out
b. I was running and saw the fire
c. The fire saw her running
d. She caused the fire by running
28. The suspect was found guilty __________ theft but declared innocent __________ vandalism.
a. in, for
b. for, of
c. of, in
d. of, for
29. How could someone remain so loyal ____________ their beliefs even when others doubted
__________ them?
a. on, for
b. to, in
c. for, in
d. to, about
30. He often complains ___________ his workload but never takes responsibility ____________
missing deadlines.
a. of, for
b. about, in
c. about, for
d. in, for
31. She shows great patience ___________ her young students but often loses her temper
__________ adults.
a. of, in
b. with, toward
c. with, for
d. in, of
32. I know it’s important to be confident __________ your abilities, but I always feel nervous
___________ public speaking.
a. in, about
b. about, of
c. in, toward
d. for, in
33. The manager showed no appreciation ___________ the extra work the employees did and was
completely indifferent ___________ their concerns.
a. of, to
b. for, with
c. to, for
d. of, for
34. The students were initially resistant __________ the new teacher, but over time, they developed
respect __________ her teaching methods.
a. for, to
b. to, for
c. toward, in
d. to, with
35. He feels confident __________ his decisions even when some colleagues disapprove __________
his approach.
a. for, in
b. in, to
c. of, in
d. in, of
36. If I had known about the traffic jam, I _________ a different route.
a. will take
b. took
c. would have taken
d. am taking
37. You’ve already submitted your assignment, ______?
a. isn’t it
b. have you
c. haven’t you
d. did you
38. Which sentence is correct?
a. Seldom I have seen such a breathtaking sunset.
b. Barely had the plane landed when the passengers started applauding.
c. No sooner the meeting started than they reached an agreement.
d. Never before she has performed in front of such a large crowd.
39. Identify the sentence where all words are correctly spelled!
a. The business meeting was rescheduled due to unforeseen circumstances.
b. She maintained a professional demeanor throughout the negotiation.
c. His perseverance led to remarkable achievements in the company.
d. We received the confirmation letter this morning.
40. Rearrange the following words to form a meaningful sentence!
“late / never / better / is / than”
a. Better late than never.
b. Than never better late is
c. Late better is never than
d. Never is better late than