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Makhtoum Abdalla's Story

Total questions: 22

Worksheet time: 16mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Who is the narrator of the passage and where are they from?

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2.

The word 'Otash' means 'fire' and the camp was named Otash because it represents warmth, energy, and the spirit of unity. Choose the correct description.

a)

It means fire and symbolizes warmth and unity.

b)

It means smoke and symbolizes mystery.

c)

It means water and was named for its location.

d)

It means earth and represents stability.

3.

The narrator decided to go to college to study nutrition and medicine because they recognized the link between nutrition and health.

a)

They recognized the link between nutrition and health.

b)

They wanted to follow a family tradition.

c)

They were motivated by a scholarship offer.

d)

They enjoyed laboratory experiments.

4.

The narrator's view on education is:

a)

Positive

b)

Negative

c)

Neutral

d)

Not specified

5.

What does the narrator feel when they read books?

a)

Happiness

b)

Sadness

c)

Anger

d)

Curiosity

6.

The challenges mentioned in the passage regarding education in IDP camps are:

a)

Lack of resources

b)

Inadequate infrastructure

c)

Insufficient qualified teachers

d)

All of the above

7.

Which languages has the speaker learned to speak fluently?

a)

English, Spanish, and French

b)

English, German, and Japanese

c)

English, Italian, and Russian

d)

German, Russian, and Chinese

8.

What is the speaker's biggest dream as mentioned in the passage?

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9.

Who wrote an article about the speaker's academic achievement?

a)
b)

John Doe

c)

Jane Smith

d)

Alex Johnson

10.

After becoming a Youth Advocate with UNICEF Sudan, the speaker had the opportunity to represent the voices of children in various forums.

a)

They had the opportunity to represent the voices of children in various forums.

b)

They had the opportunity to travel around the world.

c)

They had the opportunity to earn a scholarship.

d)

They had the opportunity to pursue a career in music.

11.

Identify the main message conveyed in the passage about education.

a)

Education is fundamental for personal and social development.

b)

Education is irrelevant in modern society.

c)

Education should only be pursued by the privileged.

d)

Education is solely about obtaining academic knowledge.

12.

Based on the passage, education is compared to electricity as a vital, universal force that powers society.

a)

It is compared to electricity as a vital, universal force that powers society.

b)

It is compared to electricity as a source of light only.

c)

It is compared to electricity as an optional luxury.

d)

It is compared to electricity as an outdated technology.

13.

Makhtoum Abdalla is a figure mentioned in the passage who expresses that education is the key to social progress.

a)

He is a reformist who asserts that education is indispensable for societal advancement.

b)

He is an economist discussing financial education.

c)

He is a historian focusing only on cultural heritage.

d)

He is a politician advocating for legislative reforms in education.

14.

What is the primary benefit of education as highlighted in the passage?

a)

It provides financial security.

b)

It fosters critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

c)

It guarantees a successful career.

d)

It ensures social popularity.

15.

According to the passage, how does education contribute to personal growth?

a)

By providing access to luxury goods.

b)

By ensuring a high social status.

c)

By enhancing self-awareness and confidence.

d)

By offering a wide range of job opportunities.

16.

What challenge is NOT mentioned in the passage regarding education in underprivileged areas?

a)

Shortage of educational materials.

b)

Inadequate school facilities.

c)

High student-to-teacher ratio.

d)

Lack of internet access.

17.

What role does education play in societal development according to the passage?

a)

It is a tool for maintaining the status quo.

b)

It is a catalyst for social change and progress.

c)

It is a means to achieve personal wealth.

d)

It is a method to control the masses.

18.

How does the passage describe the impact of education on individual empowerment?

a)

It limits personal freedom.

b)

It enhances self-confidence and decision-making abilities.

c)

It creates dependency on external validation.

d)

It discourages critical thinking.

19.

According to the passage, what is a significant barrier to accessing education in certain regions?

a)

Abundance of educational resources.

b)

Political stability.

c)

Lack of infrastructure and resources.

d)

High literacy rates.

20.

What is one of the primary goals of education as discussed in the passage?

a)

To maintain traditional values.

b)

To promote individual and societal growth.

c)

To ensure economic stability.

d)

To limit technological advancements.

21.

Which factor is highlighted as a crucial element for improving education in developing regions?

a)

Strict educational policies.

b)

Community involvement and support.

c)

Focus on urban areas only.

d)

Increased government funding.

22.

How does the passage suggest education impacts future generations?

a)

By preserving cultural heritage.

b)

By providing a foundation for innovation and progress.

c)

By limiting exposure to global perspectives.

d)

By ensuring adherence to past traditions.