A Fox and A Cat

One day a cat and a fox were having a conversation. The fox, who was a conceited creature, boasted how clever she was. 'Why, I know at least a hundred tricks to get away from our mutual enemies, the dogs,' she said.

'I know only one trick to get away from dogs,' said the cat. 'You should teach me some of yours!'

'Well, maybe someday, when I have the time, I may teach you a few of the simpler ones,' replied the fox airily.

Just then they heard the barking of a pack of dogs in the distance. The barking grew louder and louder - the dogs were coming in their direction! At once the cat ran to the nearest tree and climbed into its branches, well out of reach of any dog. 'This is the trick I told you about, the only one I know,' said the cat. 'Which one of your hundred tricks are you going to use?'

The fox sat silently under the tree, wondering which trick she should use. Before she could make up her mind, the dogs arrived. They fell upon the fox and tore her to pieces.

Why did the cat run to the nearest tree and climb into its branches?

A Fox and A Cat

One day a cat and a fox were having a conversation. The fox, who was a conceited creature, boasted how clever she was. 'Why, I know at least a hundred tricks to get away from our mutual enemies, the dogs,' she said.

'I know only one trick to get away from dogs,' said the cat. 'You should teach me some of yours!'

'Well, maybe someday, when I have the time, I may teach you a few of the simpler ones,' replied the fox airily.

Just then they heard the barking of a pack of dogs in the distance. The barking grew louder and louder - the dogs were coming in their direction! At once the cat ran to the nearest tree and climbed into its branches, well out of reach of any dog. 'This is the trick I told you about, the only one I know,' said the cat. 'Which one of your hundred tricks are you going to use?'

The fox sat silently under the tree, wondering which trick she should use. Before she could make up her mind, the dogs arrived. They fell upon the fox and tore her to pieces.

What is the moral value of the text?

I had a terrible day yesterday. First, I woke up an hour late because my alarm clock didn’t go off. Then, I was in such a hurry that I burned my hand when I was making breakfast. After breakfast, I got dressed so quickly that I forgot to wear socks.

Next, I ran out of the house trying to get the 9:30 bus. But of course I missed it. I wanted to take a taxi, but I didn’t have enough money.

Finally, I walked the three miles to my school only to discover that it was Sunday! I hope I never have a day as the one I had yesterday.

What is the text about?

I had a terrible day yesterday. First, I woke up an hour late because my alarm clock didn’t go off. Then, I was in such a hurry that I burned my hand when I was making breakfast. After breakfast, I got dressed so quickly that I forgot to wear socks.

Next, I ran out of the house trying to get the 9:30 bus. But of course I missed it. I wanted to take a taxi, but I didn’t have enough money.

Finally, I walked the three miles to my school only to discover that it was Sunday! I hope I never have a day as the one I had yesterday.

Why did the writer have to be hurried to do all activities that day?

I had a terrible day yesterday. First, I woke up an hour late because my alarm clock didn’t go off. Then, I was in such a hurry that I burned my hand when I was making breakfast. After breakfast, I got dressed so quickly that I forgot to wear socks.

Next, I ran out of the house trying to get the 9:30 bus. But of course I missed it. I wanted to take a taxi, but I didn’t have enough money.

Finally, I walked the three miles to my school only to discover that it was Sunday! I hope I never have a day as the one I had yesterday.

What did the writer do after he realized that he hadn’t had enough money to take a taxi to his school?

I had a terrible day yesterday. First, I woke up an hour late because my alarm clock didn’t go off. Then, I was in such a hurry that I burned my hand when I was making breakfast. After breakfast, I got dressed so quickly that I forgot to wear socks.

Next, I ran out of the house trying to get the 9:30 bus. But of course I missed it. I wanted to take a taxi, but I didn’t have enough money.

Finally, I walked the three miles to my school only to discover that it was Sunday! I hope I never have a day as the one I had yesterday.

“But of course I missed it”.

What does the word “it” refer to?

Lizard is the animals that belong to reptile that has scales and four legs. Based on the size of the body, these animals are classified into two groups that are small-bodied lizards like home lizards, sand lizards, geckos, and big-bodied lizard such as Biawak, and Komodo. Large-bodied lizard’s length can reach more than 3 m. Lizard’ body is generally filled by scales but some are smooth and shiny like type of Infraordo Scincomorpha. This animal belongs to cold-bodied animals. They need sun to regulate their body temperature.

Lizard has various places to live. Most of lizards live on the land (terrestrial), some of them lives inside soil or sand (tonsorial) while some snake hangs around on the top or in the trunk of the tree (arboreal). They are the explorer animal. They actively explore the environment to hunt their prey.

Although most of this species are predator, but actually lizard’s food is very varied. They can eat fruits; seeds, insects, amphibians, reptiles, and mammals. Even komodo can eat prey which is larger than its body. Most lizards reproduce by spawning such as home lizard and Komodo dragon but some reproduces by yeaning.

They are not dangerous for humans. It is generally useful for humans as pest control, pet, medicine and much more. However, there are also several types of them that are harmful to humans such as Komodo and Biawak. There are even lizards that have very strong poison such as Giant Mad Lizard and Beads Lizard which can be found in Mexico.

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Lizard is the animals that belong to reptile that has scales and four legs. Based on the size of the body, these animals are classified into two groups that are small-bodied lizards like home lizards, sand lizards, geckos, and big-bodied lizard such as Biawak, and Komodo. Large-bodied lizard’s length can reach more than 3 m. Lizard’ body is generally filled by scales but some are smooth and shiny like type of Infraordo Scincomorpha. This animal belongs to cold-bodied animals. They need sun to regulate their body temperature.

Lizard has various places to live. Most of lizards live on the land (terrestrial), some of them lives inside soil or sand (tonsorial) while some snake hangs around on the top or in the trunk of the tree (arboreal). They are the explorer animal. They actively explore the environment to hunt their prey.

Although most of this species are predator, but actually lizard’s food is very varied. They can eat fruits; seeds, insects, amphibians, reptiles, and mammals. Even komodo can eat prey which is larger than its body. Most lizards reproduce by spawning such as home lizard and Komodo dragon but some reproduces by yeaning.

They are not dangerous for humans. It is generally useful for humans as pest control, pet, medicine and much more. However, there are also several types of them that are harmful to humans such as Komodo and Biawak. There are even lizards that have very strong poison such as Giant Mad Lizard and Beads Lizard which can be found in Mexico.

What does the lizard need to regulate its body temperature?

Lizard is the animals that belong to reptile that has scales and four legs. Based on the size of the body, these animals are classified into two groups that are small-bodied lizards like home lizards, sand lizards, geckos, and big-bodied lizard such as Biawak, and Komodo. Large-bodied lizard’s length can reach more than 3 m. Lizard’ body is generally filled by scales but some are smooth and shiny like type of Infraordo Scincomorpha. This animal belongs to cold-bodied animals. They need sun to regulate their body temperature.

Lizard has various places to live. Most of lizards live on the land (terrestrial), some of them lives inside soil or sand (tonsorial) while some snake hangs around on the top or in the trunk of the tree (arboreal). They are the explorer animal. They actively explore the environment to hunt their prey.

Although most of this species are predator, but actually lizard’s food is very varied. They can eat fruits; seeds, insects, amphibians, reptiles, and mammals. Even komodo can eat prey which is larger than its body. Most lizards reproduce by spawning such as home lizard and Komodo dragon but some reproduces by yeaning.

They are not dangerous for humans. It is generally useful for humans as pest control, pet, medicine and much more. However, there are also several types of them that are harmful to humans such as Komodo and Biawak. There are even lizards that have very strong poison such as Giant Mad Lizard and Beads Lizard which can be found in Mexico.

According to the text above, paragraph 2 tells you about ....

Lizard is the animals that belong to reptile that has scales and four legs. Based on the size of the body, these animals are classified into two groups that are small-bodied lizards like home lizards, sand lizards, geckos, and big-bodied lizard such as Biawak, and Komodo. Large-bodied lizard’s length can reach more than 3 m. Lizard’ body is generally filled by scales but some are smooth and shiny like type of Infraordo Scincomorpha. This animal belongs to cold-bodied animals. They need sun to regulate their body temperature.

Lizard has various places to live. Most of lizards live on the land (terrestrial), some of them lives inside soil or sand (tonsorial) while some snake hangs around on the top or in the trunk of the tree (arboreal). They are the explorer animal. They actively explore the environment to hunt their prey.

Although most of this species are predator, but actually lizard’s food is very varied. They can eat fruits; seeds, insects, amphibians, reptiles, and mammals. Even komodo can eat prey which is larger than its body. Most lizards reproduce by spawning such as home lizard and Komodo dragon but some reproduces by yeaning.

They are not dangerous for humans. It is generally useful for humans as pest control, pet, medicine and much more. However, there are also several types of them that are harmful to humans such as Komodo and Biawak. There are even lizards that have very strong poison such as Giant Mad Lizard and Beads Lizard which can be found in Mexico.

“They need sun to regulate their body temperature. “

The underlined word has the closest meaning to ....

Making coloured and scented candles is really quick and simple. What’s more, you’ll save so much money. If making candle is easy, why do you ever bought one from a shop?

What you need in making candle are wax, moulds, wick, dye discs, essential oils, and a double boiler. All these materials are available from craft shops. Or if you do not want to buy them, you can improvise with an old saucepan, pyrex jug, or even a sturdy can, in a pot of water. After providing the materials, follow this procedure or instruction in making candles!

…, melt the wax. All wax has a flash point, so to prevent it bursting into flames, you must melt it in a double boiler, with water in the bottom pan.

Then, prepare the mould with the wick. Thread the wick through the mould and make sure that you leave a good few centimetres sticking out of the hole in the bottom.

After that, add the scent. If you want a scented candle, add a few drops of essential oil to the melted wax. You can use any essential oil you like, as long as it doesn’t contain water.

Next step, pour the wax into the mould. Try and tip the wax into the mould quickly, all in one go, to minimise spillage and air bubbles.

Then, release the bubbles and top it up. Releasing the air bubbles will eventually make the candle sink, so you will need to top it up with more melted wax.

Finally, remove it from the mould after four or five hours.

Your candle is now ready for display. Remember, you must always leave it for a day before lighting it.

The purpose of the text is to …

Making coloured and scented candles is really quick and simple. What’s more, you’ll save so much money. If making candle is easy, why do you ever bought one from a shop?

What you need in making candle are wax, moulds, wick, dye discs, essential oils, and a double boiler. All these materials are available from craft shops. Or if you do not want to buy them, you can improvise with an old saucepan, pyrex jug, or even a sturdy can, in a pot of water. After providing the materials, follow this procedure or instruction in making candles!

…, melt the wax. All wax has a flash point, so to prevent it bursting into flames, you must melt it in a double boiler, with water in the bottom pan.

Then, prepare the mould with the wick. Thread the wick through the mould and make sure that you leave a good few centimetres sticking out of the hole in the bottom.

After that, add the scent. If you want a scented candle, add a few drops of essential oil to the melted wax. You can use any essential oil you like, as long as it doesn’t contain water.

Next step, pour the wax into the mould. Try and tip the wax into the mould quickly, all in one go, to minimise spillage and air bubbles.

Then, release the bubbles and top it up. Releasing the air bubbles will eventually make the candle sink, so you will need to top it up with more melted wax.

Finally, remove it from the mould after four or five hours.

Your candle is now ready for display. Remember, you must always leave it for a day before lighting it.

What should we do if we want to make the candle become a scented one?

Making coloured and scented candles is really quick and simple. What’s more, you’ll save so much money. If making candle is easy, why do you ever bought one from a shop?

What you need in making candle are wax, moulds, wick, dye discs, essential oils, and a double boiler. All these materials are available from craft shops. Or if you do not want to buy them, you can improvise with an old saucepan, pyrex jug, or even a sturdy can, in a pot of water. After providing the materials, follow this procedure or instruction in making candles!

…, melt the wax. All wax has a flash point, so to prevent it bursting into flames, you must melt it in a double boiler, with water in the bottom pan.

Then, prepare the mould with the wick. Thread the wick through the mould and make sure that you leave a good few centimetres sticking out of the hole in the bottom.

After that, add the scent. If you want a scented candle, add a few drops of essential oil to the melted wax. You can use any essential oil you like, as long as it doesn’t contain water.

Next step, pour the wax into the mould. Try and tip the wax into the mould quickly, all in one go, to minimise spillage and air bubbles.

Then, release the bubbles and top it up. Releasing the air bubbles will eventually make the candle sink, so you will need to top it up with more melted wax.

Finally, remove it from the mould after four or five hours.

Your candle is now ready for display. Remember, you must always leave it for a day before lighting it.

“…, melt the wax. All wax has a flash point, so to prevent it bursting into flames, …” What is the suitable word to complete the sentence?