Rewrite the sentences below in the active voice. Be mindful of your tenses.
Example:
Passive Voice: The food is prepared by the chef.
Active Voice: The chef prepares the food.
1. We are being taught by Mr. Greene.
2. The children are fed by their mother.
3. An excellent speech was delivered by the Minister.
4. The dog was fed rice and chicken by the owner.
5. We are taken to Trinidad by a Caribbean Airlines plane.
6. Heavy weights were lifted by the bodybuilder.
7. The sums are calculated by the smart students.
8. The work is not understood by us.
9. The grass is beautifully cut by the landscaper.
10. The movie is watched by Abdul and Samir.
Africa is the second largest continent in the world and it is a continent that is unique for its diversity of environment, people, and culture. Africa is geographically divided into two parts: the Sahara desert that extends right up to the Mediterranean Sea comprising countries such as Egypt, Libya and Algeria, and the larger sub-Saharan region which extends to the coast of South Africa comprising countries like the Democratic Republic of Congo, Tanzania, and Sudan.
There are huge spectacular nature reserves with varied wildlife and there are also extremely urbanised regions with large cities that contain fascinating skyscrapers and contemporary facilities. There are people who are extremely poor but there are also people who are extremely rich. There are regions that suffer from severe droughts and famine and there are regions where food is plentiful. Visiting Africa will definitely open one's eyes to the varied world of this landmass and its people.
The population of the African continent is rapidly increasing. In some parts of Africa as in the Sahara Desert, which is unsuitable for habitation, the population density is low. In other parts of Africa, in particular the less developed countries, despite the birth rate being high, the infant mortality rate and the death rate are also high. Over the last few decades, famine, disease, and war have also taken their toll on the people and this has affected the continent's population growth. In the more affluent African countries that are faring well economically, the birth and death rates are lower so there is a higher population density.
The inhabitants of Africa belong to various ethnic groups with their own distinct languages, traditions, arts and crafts, history, way of life, and religion. So, the people from diverse ethnic groups in Africa help to influence, contribute to and enrich one other's culture. There are more than 50 countries in Africa with some 20 or more different ethnic groups living within their boundaries. There are also different ethnic groups living in rural Africa with their own traditions and lifestyles that have remained virtually unchanged for centuries. They have lived the way of their forefathers from generation to generation. Their rich cultural heritage is preserved and untouched by the outside world.
The people of Africa are mainly of African origin. Some are of Arab origin when their ancestors migrated from their native land and resided in northern Africa. Some others are of European origin whose ancestors moved to Africa during the colonial period. And some are Asians originating from the Indian subcontinent. Some of the well known ethnic groups in Africa are the Ashanti, Bantu, Bushmen, Fulani, Moors, Pygmies, Swahili, and Yoruba.
1. What are the two geographic regions of Africa?
2. Name 3 African countries mentioned in the passage.
3. Give a word to replace 'contemporary'.
4. What part of speech is the word 'extends' in paragraph 1?
5. Give one comparison made in paragraph 2.
6. Why do you think the Sahara Desert is described as 'unsuitable for habitation'?
7. How do we know that the ethnic groups are different from each other?
8. Which of the words below can be used to replace forefathers?
a. boys
b. ancestors
c. friends
d. citizens
9. Name two ethnic groups you would find in Africa.
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Composition
Think of a friend or family member who you consider to be a great person. Write a composition giving 3 reasons and examples why you admire them.
Use the sample below to help you.
A Person I Admire
A person I admire is Jacob. He is my uncle and he is 35 years old. He works as a barber. Uncle Jacob is fun to be around.
I admire Uncle Jacob becase he is funny and makes me laugh. For example, anytime I am feeling unhappy or disappointed, I know that I can count on Uncle Jacob to cheer me up.
I also admire Uncle Jacob because he is very hardworking. At his job, he often has to stand for long hours. I know this must be tough on his body, but he does it anyway and he does not complain about it too much.
Another reason why I admire Uncle Jacob is because he helps me with my homework. For example, there are times when I don't always understand my Mathematics work. He is always there to explain the work to me. I appreciate this a lot.
Out of all the uncles out there, I admire Uncle Jacob the most. He is truly one of a kind!
1. Kylie shares between her friends $560 so that one gets $86 more than the other. How much does each friend get?
2. How many marbles will two boys get when 88 marbles are divided between them so that one boy gets 16 less?
3. A baker has 75lbs of flour. He puts it into 2 bags so that one bag is 17lbs lighter than the other. How heavy is each bag?
Without using a dictionary, give the word closest in meaning to the one underlined.
(A) Margaret had ambivalent feelings about attending the concert. She knew
she’d enjoy the music, but she didn’t really want to go out in the rainy
weather.
a. mixed b. angry c. distrustful
(B) Unlike my parents, who love classical music, I detest it.
a. love b. hate c. perform
(C) Regular exercise is beneficial to your body, but too much exercise is not
good for you.
a. helpful b. harmful c. pleasant
(D) The abandoned house was infested with vermin, including rats, fleas, and
cockroaches.
a. pests b. animals c. insects
(E) Mary sneered at the ugly sweater. “Wow,” she said. “That is just hideous.”
a. expensive b. cheap c. unattractive
(F) Timothy cleaned his room so thoroughly that not a single particle of dust remained. Nothing was out of place, nor was there even the smallest bit of dirt or grime on any surface.
Sleep is a very important part of staying healthy. When you are asleep, your brain uses that time to take care of itself. Some scientists think your brain sorts things out when you sleep and that it also replaces the chemicals it needs.
The rest of your body needs sleep, too. While you are sleeping, your body stays busy by using that time to heal itself. It also uses that time to build up your immune system, which is the system your body uses to fight off germs. Your body also uses your sleep time to build up muscles, bones, and tissues so that you can grow. Sleep helps you think clearly and stay in a better mood. That helps you to cope better with a busy day.
1. How does sleep help the human brain?
2. What happens to your body when you sleep?
3. What is the purpose of your immune system?
4. How does sleep affect your mood?
5. Give a word to replace ‘cope’.
6. What part of speech is ‘itself’ (line 2).
Finding a Percentage of a Number
1. What is 10% of 80?
2. Find 20% of 400.
3. What is 30% of 60?
4. A bag costs $85. I have 20% of the money. How much money do I have?
5. James wants to buy a laptop which costs $1200. He only has 25% of the money.
a. How much money does he have?
b. How much more money does he need to buy the laptop?
Percentage Increase & Decrease
6. A backpack costs $500. A pencil case costs 10% less. What is the cost of the pencil case?
7. Dominic has saved $800 but Jazier has saved 20%more. How much money does Jazier have?
8. What number is 10% less than 2000?
Grammar Revision
Complete the following using the simple past tense.
Write the following verbs in the past tense:
jump ___________ run _______________ cry ______________
Change each word to a plural noun.
Write the possessive form of each noun in parentheses.
Read the passage below and answer the questions that follow. Remember to always answer questions in a complete sentence. Poverty Five times a day, the crowd of students flocked around the window through which the caretaker sold her cakes, then broke up in the yard to play and walk about, while heartily biting into long pieces of a type of gingerbread with jam. And five times a day I was forced to endure this spectacle without participating in it. I never had a cent to my name. I was forced to stand in the background, and the sight of those cakes the pupils bought in a joyous uproar and devoured greedily and freely about me, overwhelmed me with passionate desire. Thus I began filling myself with water from the tap, in a corner of the yard and, every now and then, I returned to it, trying to drown my stomach to keep it qui
Persuasive Writing Persuasion is the act or process of presenting arguments to move, motivate, or change your audience's mind. Common Persuasive Techniques 1.Emotional Appeals: One persuasive technique is appealing to the audience’s emotions: Fears, desire to seem intelligent, need to protect their family, desire to fit in, etc. 2. Rhetorical Questions: Rhetorical questions are questions that do not require an answer Example: Do we want our children growing up in a world where they are threatened with violence on every street corner? 3. Repetition: By repeating letters, words and phrases the author can reinforce an argument and ensure that the point of view being made stays in an audience's mind. 4. Evidence: Statistics, expert opinions, research findings and anecdotal evidence. 5. Inclusive and Exclusive Language: 'People like you and me don't want to see this happen' Activity 1 Read the persuasive piece and answer the
Vocabulary 1. alienate - cause to become unfriendly or hostile 2. barricade - obstacle 3. belligerent - eager to fight 4. haughty - arrogant and full of pride 5. usurp - seize and take control without authority 6. Castigate - To inflict severe punishment on 7. Enigmatic - puzzling 8. Finesse - Skillful handling of a situation nomadic - traveling from place to place uncouth - clumsy or impolite heartrending - causing grief or sorrow celestial - having to do with the sky or heavens pseudonym - a false name (usually of an author/ someone famous) meticulous - extremely or overly careful in thinking about or dealing with small details ---------------------------- Write a word similar in meaning to the underlined word. 1. The robust man effortlessly lifted the bookshelf across the room. 2. The recreation hall can only accommodate twenty persons for the party. 3. Mosquitoes breed in stagnant water. 4. It is an offence not to wear a seatbelt while driving. 5. A putrid odour emanated
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