PISA English 8 Review 1

"The Journey to the Mountain"

Alex had always dreamed of climbing the famous peak that towered above his small village. One day, he gathered his supplies and set off on the journey. As he hiked up the mountain, he encountered several obstacles: steep cliffs, rocky trails, and cold winds that made it difficult to keep moving. But Alex was determined. Along the way, he met other climbers who shared their own stories and encouraged him to continue. When he finally reached the top, Alex felt an overwhelming sense of accomplishment. He gazed out at the vast landscape below, feeling proud of himself for not giving up.

What was Alex's main goal in the story?

• A. To become famous

• B. To meet other climbers

• C. To reach the top of the mountain

• D. To visit the village below

"The Journey to the Mountain"

Alex had always dreamed of climbing the famous peak that towered above his small village. One day, he gathered his supplies and set off on the journey. As he hiked up the mountain, he encountered several obstacles: steep cliffs, rocky trails, and cold winds that made it difficult to keep moving. But Alex was determined. Along the way, he met other climbers who shared their own stories and encouraged him to continue. When he finally reached the top, Alex felt an overwhelming sense of accomplishment. He gazed out at the vast landscape below, feeling proud of himself for not giving up.

What was a significant challenge Alex faced during his climb?

• A. Lack of food

• B. Wild animals

• C. Cold winds and steep cliffs

• D. Losing his supplies

How did Alex feel when he reached the top?

• A. Scared

• B. Proud

• C. Bored

• D. Disappointed

What does the phrase "overwhelming sense of accomplishment" suggest about Alex’s feelings?

• A. He was tired of the climb.

• B. He was happy and proud of his achievement.

• C. He regretted climbing the mountain.

• D. He felt disappointed with the view.

What theme can be inferred from this story?

• A. Adventure is always dangerous.

• B. Challenges are meant to be avoided.

• C. Perseverance leads to accomplishment.

• D. Solitude is necessary for success.

Why do other climbers encourage Alex to continue?

• A. They want him to take a different path.

• B. They have all given up.

• C. They believe in his determination.

• D. They need his help on the mountain.

What does Alex learn from his journey?

• A. The mountain was too challenging.

• B. Success requires encouragement from others.

• C. He prefers living in the village.

• D. Hard work and persistence are rewarding.

What was Alex’s primary source of motivation?

• A. Meeting new people

• B. The desire to become famous

• C. His dream of reaching the mountain peak

• D. Escaping his village

What does the author use to describe the landscape below?

• A. Boring and flat

• B. Vast and beautiful

• C. Tiny and insignificant

• D. Dark and gloomy

Which word best describes Alex’s character based on the passage?

• A. Determined

• B. Hesitant

• C. Timid

• D. Indifferent