Mid-Term English Test for Class XI

What is the correct definition of a linear narrative text in the context of an environmentalist's biography?

• A text that tells events in random order

• A text that focuses only on a single character

• A text without a clear plot structure

• A text that follows a chronological sequence from beginning to end

• A text written in poetic form

Change the sentence below into question form!

Jane Goodall studied chimpanzees in the wild for many years.

The structure of a linear narrative text typically consists of:

• Orientation, resolution, evaluation

• Theme, plot, viewpoint

• Orientation, complication, resolution

• Setting, conflict, moral lesson

• Introduction, comedy, conclusion

The following are characteristics of linear narrative text, except :

• It extensively uses flashback and flash-forward techniques

• It has a clear storyline

• It has main characters

• It uses time connectives

• It follows a sequence of events

What is the correct negative form in past tense of "She went to the store."?

• She did not go to the store.
• She has not gone to the store.
• She was not going to the store.
• She didn't went to the store.
• She not went to the store.

Hans Cosmas Ngoteya is a conservationist from Tanzania with a passion for filming and photography. He is a co-founder of the Landscape and Conservation Mentors Organization, which focuses on promoting, supporting, and improving community livelihoods through sustainable environmental practices.

Hans has a deep interest in creating awareness around conservation and developing resources for conservation education. For the past three years, he's designed and worked on a project called “Vijana na Mazingira,” which means “Youths and the Environment,” in a remote village in eastern Tanzania. The project’s location neighbors one of the country’s largest national parks, where he works with communities on sustainable environmental practices.

Hans' ultimate goal is to develop and explore practical solutions to solving emerging conservation challenges and help communities co-exist with wildlife. National Geographic has awarded a grant to Hans to promote human and wildlife co-existence in Tanzania. He was among the first group of grantees selected for National Geographic’s Young Explorer Leadership and Development Program.

From the sentences below, which statement is appropriate to the content of the text?

• Hans Cosmas Ngoteya is a wildlife photographer from Kenya.
• Hans is a conservationist focused on urban development.
• Hans is a marine biologist working in Tanzania.
• Hans Cosmas Ngoteya is a Tanzanian conservationist and environmental activist.

• Hans Cosmas Ngoteya is a politician in Tanzania.

Choose the phrases of Starting, continuing and ending conversations here to complete the blank!

Manda  : Hi there. Why aren't you joining there to plant mangroves with other volunteers?

Chika  : (no response)

Manda : Hello. Have you tried to plant over there?

Chika  : No, but I was just about to.

Manda  : Don't. It's danger. There are so many big rocks. By the way, how do you know, Rick?

Chika  : Oh, Rick. He is my brother.we have joined this association for 7 years.

Manda : (5) ………

Chika  : I see, Its been pleasure to talking to you.

• No, I've only been here a few months. I work as a conservation scientist.

• Uh thanks, well I better go. There are a few people I haven’t said hello to yet.

• Ups sorry I can’t. I think I'll be heading home early today. It looks like it might snow.

• No, but I was just about to

______ you _______ the dishes by yourself last night?

• Did ... wash

• Did ... washed

• Do ... wash

• Do ... washed

• Were ... wash

What is the primary purpose of a conservationist's biography?

• To provide a detailed account of their personal life

• To entertain readers with fictional stories

• To focus solely on their academic achievements

• To inspire others through their environmental efforts

• To discuss their financial success

Which of the following is a common method used in conservation efforts?

• Industrial farming techniques

• Wildlife rehabilitation programs

• Deforestation initiatives

• Mining operations

• Urban development projects