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    Hagia Sophia is a famous landmark in Istanbul, Turkey that has changed functions over time. It was originally constructed in the 6th century as an Orthodox cathedral, then converted to an Ottoman mosque in 1453 after Constantinople fell. In 1935 it became a museum, but was changed back to a mosque in 2020. The structure has impressive dimensions and was built using high quality materials like marble and gold. It has influenced the design of many other mosques in Istanbul and remains an important historical and religious site.

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    Hagia Sophia is a famous landmark in Istanbul, Turkey that has changed functions over time. It was originally constructed in the 6th century as an Orthodox cathedral, then converted to an Ottoman mosque in 1453 after Constantinople fell. In 1935 it became a museum, but was changed back to a mosque in 2020. The structure has impressive dimensions and was built using high quality materials like marble and gold. It has influenced the design of many other mosques in Istanbul and remains an important historical and religious site.

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    Louarred Abid Middle School School year: 2022/2023

    Level: 4th year all classes Duration: 90 minutes

    The First English Exam


    Hagia Sophia is one of the most famous landmarks in Turkey. It was originally built as a
    cathedral in the sixth century by the Byzantine Emperor Justinian. Its construction began in 532
    and was completed in 537. It is one of the greatest surviving examples of Byzantine architecture.
    Hagia Sophia has a classic basilican architectural plan, which is typically rectangular. Its
    dimensions are huge for any church built at that time. It is about 82 meters long, 73 meters wide
    and 55 meters high. It has two floors with a giant dome in the centre, along with smaller domes,
    above. Only the best materials were used for building Hagia Sophia, including marble walls and
    flooring, and gold wall and ceiling decoration.
    Hagia Sophia or “Church of Divine Wisdom” was converted into a mosque under Sultan
    Mohammed the Conqueror after he took control of Constantinople in 1453 and served as the
    principle mosque of Istanbul for five hundred of years. During the Turkish period, Hagia Sophia
    attained Islamic features, such as the mihrab, and the four minarets outside. It became a model for
    many of the Ottoman mosques of Istanbul such as the Blue Mosque, the Suleiman Mosque, the
    Shehzade Mosque and the Rustem Pasha Mosque.
    In 1935, under Turkish president Kamel Atatürk, Aya Sofia was turned into a museum. This
    landmark was listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1985. In 2020, it was converted to
    serve as a mosque again in a highly controversial decision. Every year millions of visitors come
    to admire the beauty of Hagia Sophia.
    Adapted from www.uaeuiae.wordpress.com
    Section One : Reading & Interpreting

    A/ Reading Comprehension Read the text carefully then do the following activities (7pts)

    Activity One: I read the text then answer these questions (2pts)

    a. Did Hagia Sophia serve as a mosque at the beginning?


    b. Was it added to the list of World Heritage Sites?

    Activity Two: I read the text again and complete the fact file below (3pts)

    Fact file
    Landmark : Hagia Sophia Height : …………………
    Location : ……………………………………. Length : 82 meters
    Date of construction : 537 Width : ……………………………
    Founder : Emperor Justinian Material : Roman brick, marble

    Activity Three:

    1- I find in the text words that are closest in meaning to the following (1pt)
    a) very big = § 2………… b) several = § 3……………
    2- I find in the text words that are opposites in meaning to the following (1pt)
    a) finished ≠ § 1…………. b) bigger ≠ § 2………….

    B/ Mastery of the Language (7pts)

    Activity One: I reorder the words then write the correct sentence : (2pts)

    it / by a fire / was rebuilt / in 1992 / Windsor Castle / was destroyed / because / .

    Activity Two: I rewrite the sentences in the passive voice (3pts)


    a) The Pharaohs built the Pyramids between 2589 BC and 2504 BC.
     The Pyramids ……………………………………………………………….
    b) Bashir Yelles and Meriam Konieczny designed the Martyr’s Memorial.
     The Martyr’s Memorial ……………………………………………………
    c) Millions of tourists visit the Great Wall of China every year.
     The Great Wall ………………………………………………………………

    Activity Three: I find in the text two ( 2 ) words for each sound (2pts)

    / ei / name / ai / nine
    1- ………………… 1- …….…………….
    2- ………………… 2- ………………......

    Section Two : Situation of Integration (6pts)


    Topic: You went to Constantine last holiday
    and you visited the Mosque of Emir Abdelkader. Fact File
    You were fascinated about its beauty.
    Landmark : Emir Abdelkader Mosque
    Write a paragraph to describe this wonderful
    Location : Constantine, Algeria
    structure. Use the information in the fact file and
    Designer : Mustapha Musa (Egyptian
    the following notes: architect)
     Capacity (15000 worshiper) – named after the Length : 160 meters
    Algerian leader – second largest mosque in Width: 80 meters
    Algeria Date of construction: 1969-1994

    Best of luck

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