Sipthera English Class

[Link] the text and underline the most suitable word given within brackets. (1×5= 5 marks)

That day, even the weather turned to be a blessing for the young hikers. It perfectly matched with their
idea of (1)........................(explore / exploring / exploration) the beautiful nature. So, the boys started
their (2)........................(hiked/ hikers / hike) very happily. They were full of (3)........................(excited/
exciting / excitement) as they moved ahead through the dense forest. Throughout the day, the boys
learned about nature, explored new places and most (4)........................(important / importantly /
importance) strengthened their friendship. The photos taken during the hike displayed the
(5)........................(joy / joyful / joyfully) of their unforgettable experience.

[Link] in the blanks in the following dialogue. Use the words given in the box. Write the letter of the
correct word in the space given. The first one is done for you. (a) often (b) different (c) writing (d)
surprised (e) during (1×5 marks)

Kavi : What are you doing Ama?

Ama : I'm (1)....................(c)....................in my journal.

Kavi : Interesting! How (2)....................do you do that?

Ama : Well, I always write something before I go to bed.

Kavi : And you sometimes write (3)....................the day, too like what you’re doing now.

Ama : That’s right. Are you (4)....................?

Kavi : A little bit. People are usually on (5)....................smartphones and laptops nowadays. I seldom see
anyone writing in a journal.

Ama : I guess I’m (6)...................., but you probably knew that already.

Kavi : Very funny. You might be a little strange, but in a good way.

[Link] the most suitable word to fill in each blank. The first one is done for you. (1×5 marks)

Lisa and her husband Derick are a creative couple. Together, they (1)...................(writes/ write/writing)
and make interesting films about animals in the world. They love to (2)................... (explore /exploring/
explored) different parts of the world and the result is 22 films, 10 books and many articles! They
(3)...................(has been/have been /had been) in the film industry for more than 10 years. By now, they
(4)................... (won/ win/have won) many local and international awards for their creations. “Making
films (5)...................(is / are /were) an adventure for us. It is also a way of helping the endangered
animals,” said Derick at a recent interview. A few years ago, they (6)...................(start/ were
starting/started) a special fund called, ‘The Big Cats Fund’ to help the animals they love and now they
are helping the lions and the other animals.

4. Raju met his friend Arjun who has been selected for the junior cricket team. The following are the
questions Raju asked to get some information. Write them in the indirect speech. (1×5= 5 marks)
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1. Raju: Who will train you? Raju asked his friend Arjun ................................................

2. Raju: When are you starting practices? Raju asked his friend Arjun ...............................................

3. Raju: Who is the coach? Raju asked his friend Arjun ...............................................

4. Raju: Practice well. Raju advised Arjun .............................................................

5. Raju: Do not neglect studies. Raju advised Arjun .............................................................

5. Fill in the blanks with the words given in the box. There is one extra word. (1/2 ×14=7 marks)

[each,are,memories,a,they,their,and,sense,collect,tiny,just,to,the,stamps,though]

Collecting stamps in Sri Lanka is a cherished tradition. Sri Lankans of all ages (1)........................ stamps
with great enthusiasm. (2)........................stamp collectors enjoy showing (3)........................ albums filled
with stamps. (4)........................like to share the (5)........................and stories associated with
(6)........................stamp in their collection. (7)........................have been recognized not
(8)........................as a hobby. They (9)........................also a good way (10)........................ celebrate our
country’s identity. (11)........................they are simple and (12)........................ in size, they carry
(13)........................powerful message with a (14)........................of pride. Therefore, each stamp can be
considered as a visual story which holds a special place in the hearts of people.

6. The following is a part of Sanka’s speech he made after winning the Young Artists’ Award at an
international art competition. Fill in each blank selecting the most suitable word from the box.
(1×5=5marks)

[although, as, however, whenever, when ]

“I can’t believe that I’m standing here today, holding this award. (1)........................I first entered this
competition, I never thought I’d come this far. (2)........................ with a lot of practice and patience, I
managed to create something I’m proud of. I put my heart into my artwork (3)........................I paint.
(4)........................my journey was tough at times, I never gave it up. I kept myself pushing to improve
(5)........................it was my passion. I just want to say thank you to all who supported me to become
who I am today.”

[Link] in the blanks of the following text using the correct form of the verbs given within brackets.

Eating leafy green vegetables will lead to healthy lungs and help ward off asthma. People with low levels
of vitamin K in their blood (1) …………….. (be) more likely to have poor lung function and they (2)
………………. (suffer) with asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and wheezing. Vitamin K (3)
………………….. (find) in leafy green vegetables such as spinach, kale and broccoli. It (4) …………………. (play)
a major role in blood clotting and so helps the body to (5) ………………. (heal) wounds. A team from a
university revealed after a research the importance of Vitamin K on lungs.