3rd-term-FL-Exam

Tahri Mebarek Secondary School – Sidi Bel Abbes 2023 / 2024
Level :2nd Year Foreign Languages Stream Duration : 2 Hours

THE THIRD TERM ENGLISH EXAM
Full Name: ……………….…………………..………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Mark: ………………..…./ 20

Read the following text very carefully then do the tasks below.
The 21st century has witnessed several devastating natural disasters, each leaving behind trails of
destruction and loss. Yet, amidst the chaos, a remarkable spirit of solidarity and unity has consistently
emerged.
For instance, the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, which caused over 230,000 deaths across 14 countries,
also started an unprecedented international aid response. "The world came to our aid in a way that was
overwhelming yet heartwarming," explained a survivor from Indonesia.
Similarly, the 2010 Haiti earthquake, despite its massive devastation, saw people from all corners of
the globe coming together to help rebuild the nation. A volunteer from the UK shared, "In Haiti, I saw despair
turned into hope, as strangers became brothers and sisters in our common interest to be there for one
another."
These examples are clear proofs of the importance of international cooperation and the role of
humanitarian aid in disaster response. They remind us that while natural disasters can be devastating, our
collective response can lead to powerful stories of recovery and resilience. As we continue to face global
challenges nowadays, from natural disasters to pandemics like Covid19, the spirit of solidarity remains a
source of hope, guiding us toward a more compassionate and united world.
A/ Comprehension. (7pts)
1. Are these statements true or false according to the text?

a. The 2004 Tsunami had caused very few casualties ………………………….
b. The disasters of the 21st century have generated acts of solidarity like never before ………………………….
c. Victims didn’t expect to receive so much help from the international community ………………………….
d. Tsunamis and earthquakes can be predicted by Man. ………………………….
2. Answer the following questions from the text:
a. What was the common reaction that came after the Tsunami of 2004 and the earthquake of 2010?
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b. How many nations were affected by the Tsunami?
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c. Did the survivors of the disasters receive enough help and assistance?
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3. In which paragraph it is mentioned that humanity is still facing so many challenges and catastrophes
today? → In paragraph N°: § ……………………….…..
4. What or who do the underlined words refer to in the text?
a. which (§2) → ................................................ b. they (§3) → ……………………………..……………
5. Choose the best title for the text.
a. The causes of the great disasters.
b. Surviving catastrophes thanks to our humanity.
c. Safety measures in case of an earthquake.
B/ Text Exploration. (7pts)
1. Find in the text words or expressions that are closest in meaning to:
Huge (§3) =............................................................ b. Group (§4) = ........................................................................
2. Find in the text words or expressions that are opposite in meaning to:
Weakness (§1) ≠ …………………………………….. b. Differently (§3) ≠ ……………………………………..……….....
3. Rewrite the sentences “b” so that they mean the same as “a”
a) The volunteers said:” we have helped the victims find shelters and rebuild houses”
b) The volunteers ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..………..
a) “I will send food and medical aids to the population of Gaza” President Tebboune states
b) Tebboune states ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….……..
a) The tsunami wave is created when the earthquake strikes in the ocean.
b) If the earthquake………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…………
4, Classify the following words according to the pronunciation of their final “ed”:
Witnessed – emerged – generated –caused
/t/ /d/ /id/
5. Fill in the gaps with the words in the box: not able to – violence – although – hundreds
Since October 2023, Gaza is experiencing strong acts of ……..………….…, with increased airstrikes and
rocket attacks causing …………………….. of deaths a day and worsening humanitarian conditions. Children are
………..……….. have a normal life anymore. …………….……. Many countries are still calling for ceasefire; the conflict
is still taking place in the present day.
C/ Written Expression (6 pts) Choose ONE topic only:
Topic One : Disasters increase the sense of charity : Write a composition in which you discuss how people
can take part in charitable organizations.These cues may help you: donate money/ volunteer in the red
crescent and associations/ provide food and clothes to victims/ contribute in telethons
Topic Two: Unlike earthquakes and tsunamis, War is a calamity that is only caused by Man. Write a
composition about the possible causes and terrible effects of war on the well being of populations, using as
an example the present situation in the Middle East.
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Tahri Mebarek Secondary School – Sidi Bel Abbes 2023 / 2024

Level :2nd Year Foreign Languages Stream Duration : 2 Hours

Full Name: ……………….…………………..………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Mark: ………………..…./ 20

1. Are these statements true or false according to the text?

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