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Worksheets1st Summative Assessment BIG Grade IX semester 2 IXB
Total questions: 40
Worksheet time: 21mins
Insects are the largest group of animals on Earth. They live in many environments such as forests, rivers, deserts, and even around human homes. There are more than one million species of insects in the world.
Insects have three main body parts: the head, thorax, and abdomen. They have six legs, antennae, and many have wings. Their bodies are covered by a hard outer layer called an exoskeleton that protects them.
Insects are very important for nature. Bees and butterflies help plants grow by pollination. Ants and beetles help break down dead plants and animals. However, some insects can harm crops or spread diseases. Even so, insects are essential for keeping ecosystems balanced.
What is the main idea of the text?
Insects are dangerous animals
Insects are important animals in nature
Insects only live in forests
Insects have no function
Insects are the largest group of animals on Earth. They live in many environments such as forests, rivers, deserts, and even around human homes. There are more than one million species of insects in the world.
Insects have three main body parts: the head, thorax, and abdomen. They have six legs, antennae, and many have wings. Their bodies are covered by a hard outer layer called an exoskeleton that protects them.
Insects are very important for nature. Bees and butterflies help plants grow by pollination. Ants and beetles help break down dead plants and animals. However, some insects can harm crops or spread diseases. Even so, insects are essential for keeping ecosystems balanced.
Why do insects need three different main body parts (head, thorax, and abdomen) to survive in various environments?
Because each part has a special function that helps insects eat, move, and live
Because insects want to look different from other animals
Because it makes their bodies heavier and stronger
Because all animals must have exactly three body parts
Insects are the largest group of animals on Earth. They live in many environments such as forests, rivers, deserts, and even around human homes. There are more than one million species of insects in the world.
Insects have three main body parts: the head, thorax, and abdomen. They have six legs, antennae, and many have wings. Their bodies are covered by a hard outer layer called an exoskeleton that protects them.
Insects are very important for nature. Bees and butterflies help plants grow by pollination. Ants and beetles help break down dead plants and animals. However, some insects can harm crops or spread diseases. Even so, insects are essential for keeping ecosystems balanced.
What is the function of an insect’s exoskeleton?
To help them breathe
To help them find food
To help insects fly
To protect their bodies
Insects are the largest group of animals on Earth. They live in many environments such as forests, rivers, deserts, and even around human homes. There are more than one million species of insects in the world.
Insects have three main body parts: the head, thorax, and abdomen. They have six legs, antennae, and many have wings. Their bodies are covered by a hard outer layer called an exoskeleton that protects them.
Insects are very important for nature. Bees and butterflies help plants grow by pollination. Ants and beetles help break down dead plants and animals. However, some insects can harm crops or spread diseases. Even so, insects are essential for keeping ecosystems balanced.
Which insects help pollinate plants?
Ants and beetles
Flies and mosquitoes
Spiders and worms
Bees and butterflies
Insects are the largest group of animals on Earth. They live in many environments such as forests, rivers, deserts, and even around human homes. There are more than one million species of insects in the world.
Insects have three main body parts: the head, thorax, and abdomen. They have six legs, antennae, and many have wings. Their bodies are covered by a hard outer layer called an exoskeleton that protects them.
Insects are very important for nature. Bees and butterflies help plants grow by pollination. Ants and beetles help break down dead plants and animals. However, some insects can harm crops or spread diseases. Even so, insects are essential for keeping ecosystems balanced.
What can we conclude about insects?
Insects only live near humans
Insects have both helpful and harmful roles
Insects are not needed in nature
All insects are harmful
Leopards are wild animals that belong to the cat family. They are known for their strength, agility, and beautiful spotted fur. Leopards live in various habitats such as forests, grasslands, mountains, and even near deserts. They are mostly found in Africa and parts of Asia.
A leopard has a strong body, sharp claws, and powerful legs that help it climb trees and run fast. Its fur is usually yellow or golden with black spots called rosettes. These spots help the leopard blend into its surroundings, making it easier to hunt. Leopards are carnivores, which means they eat meat. They usually hunt at night and feed on animals like deer, monkeys, and small mammals.
Leopards are solitary animals. They prefer to live and hunt alone except during mating season. They are also very adaptable, which helps them survive in different environments. However, leopards are facing threats from habitat loss and illegal hunting. Because of this, their population is decreasing in some areas.
Leopards play an important role in the ecosystem as predators. They help control the population of other animals and keep nature balanced.
Why is a leopard’s spotted fur important for its survival?
It protects the leopard from cold weather
It helps the leopard hide in its environment while hunting
It helps the leopard run faster
It makes the leopard look more attractive to other animals
Leopards are wild animals that belong to the cat family. They are known for their strength, agility, and beautiful spotted fur. Leopards live in various habitats such as forests, grasslands, mountains, and even near deserts. They are mostly found in Africa and parts of Asia.
A leopard has a strong body, sharp claws, and powerful legs that help it climb trees and run fast. Its fur is usually yellow or golden with black spots called rosettes. These spots help the leopard blend into its surroundings, making it easier to hunt. Leopards are carnivores, which means they eat meat. They usually hunt at night and feed on animals like deer, monkeys, and small mammals.
Leopards are solitary animals. They prefer to live and hunt alone except during mating season. They are also very adaptable, which helps them survive in different environments. However, leopards are facing threats from habitat loss and illegal hunting. Because of this, their population is decreasing in some areas.
Leopards play an important role in the ecosystem as predators. They help control the population of other animals and keep nature balanced.
Based on the text, which statement best explains why leopards can live in many different habitats?
They are adaptable and can adjust to various environments
They are kept by humans in many places
They always live in groups for protection
They eat only plants
Leopards are wild animals that belong to the cat family. They are known for their strength, agility, and beautiful spotted fur. Leopards live in various habitats such as forests, grasslands, mountains, and even near deserts. They are mostly found in Africa and parts of Asia.
A leopard has a strong body, sharp claws, and powerful legs that help it climb trees and run fast. Its fur is usually yellow or golden with black spots called rosettes. These spots help the leopard blend into its surroundings, making it easier to hunt. Leopards are carnivores, which means they eat meat. They usually hunt at night and feed on animals like deer, monkeys, and small mammals.
Leopards are solitary animals. They prefer to live and hunt alone except during mating season. They are also very adaptable, which helps them survive in different environments. However, leopards are facing threats from habitat loss and illegal hunting. Because of this, their population is decreasing in some areas.
Leopards play an important role in the ecosystem as predators. They help control the population of other animals and keep nature balanced.
If the number of leopards continues to decrease, what is the most likely impact on the ecosystem?
The population of prey animals may increase too much
Plants will stop growing
Forests will grow faster
Other predators will disappear
Leopards are wild animals that belong to the cat family. They are known for their strength, agility, and beautiful spotted fur. Leopards live in various habitats such as forests, grasslands, mountains, and even near deserts. They are mostly found in Africa and parts of Asia.
A leopard has a strong body, sharp claws, and powerful legs that help it climb trees and run fast. Its fur is usually yellow or golden with black spots called rosettes. These spots help the leopard blend into its surroundings, making it easier to hunt. Leopards are carnivores, which means they eat meat. They usually hunt at night and feed on animals like deer, monkeys, and small mammals.
Leopards are solitary animals. They prefer to live and hunt alone except during mating season. They are also very adaptable, which helps them survive in different environments. However, leopards are facing threats from habitat loss and illegal hunting. Because of this, their population is decreasing in some areas.
Leopards play an important role in the ecosystem as predators. They help control the population of other animals and keep nature balanced.
Which part of the text belongs to the description section of a report text?
The title of the text
The sentence that tells where the writer saw a leopard
The paragraph that introduces leopards as wild cats
The paragraph that explains their body parts and hunting ability
Leopards are wild animals that belong to the cat family. They are known for their strength, agility, and beautiful spotted fur. Leopards live in various habitats such as forests, grasslands, mountains, and even near deserts. They are mostly found in Africa and parts of Asia.
A leopard has a strong body, sharp claws, and powerful legs that help it climb trees and run fast. Its fur is usually yellow or golden with black spots called rosettes. These spots help the leopard blend into its surroundings, making it easier to hunt. Leopards are carnivores, which means they eat meat. They usually hunt at night and feed on animals like deer, monkeys, and small mammals.
Leopards are solitary animals. They prefer to live and hunt alone except during mating season. They are also very adaptable, which helps them survive in different environments. However, leopards are facing threats from habitat loss and illegal hunting. Because of this, their population is decreasing in some areas.
Leopards play an important role in the ecosystem as predators. They help control the population of other animals and keep nature balanced.
Why does the writer include information about threats to leopards?
To entertain readers with a sad story
To warn readers about habitat loss and illegal hunting
To compare leopards to other big cats
To describe how fast leopards can run
The hippopotamus, or hippo, is a big animal that lives in Africa. It spends much of its time in rivers and lakes to stay cool. Hippos have large bodies, short legs, and wide mouths. Hippos eat grass, so they are ______(1). They usually look calm, but they can be______ (2) if they feel in danger. Hippos live in groups called (3). These groups help them stay safe. Hippos come out of the water at______ (4) to find food. Today, many hippos are in danger because people hunt them and their homes are disappearing. This problem is called habitat__________ (5).
Fill in the blank : "Hippos eat grass, so they are ______(1)"
herbivores
carnivores
omnivores
predators
The hippopotamus, or hippo, is a big animal that lives in Africa. It spends much of its time in rivers and lakes to stay cool. Hippos have large bodies, short legs, and wide mouths. Hippos eat grass, so they are ______(1). They usually look calm, but they can be______ (2) if they feel in danger. Hippos live in groups called (3). These groups help them stay safe. Hippos come out of the water at______ (4) to find food. Today, many hippos are in danger because people hunt them and their homes are disappearing. This problem is called habitat__________ (5).
Fill in the blank : Hippos can be________ (2) if they feel in danger.
funny
aggressive
tiny
slow
The hippopotamus, or hippo, is a big animal that lives in Africa. It spends much of its time in rivers and lakes to stay cool. Hippos have large bodies, short legs, and wide mouths. Hippos eat grass, so they are ______(1). They usually look calm, but they can be______ (2) if they feel in danger. Hippos live in groups called (3). These groups help them stay safe. Hippos come out of the water at______ (4) to find food. Today, many hippos are in danger because people hunt them and their homes are disappearing. This problem is called habitat__________ (5).
Fill in the blank: Hippos live in groups called_________ (3).
schools
pods
teams
packs
The hippopotamus, or hippo, is a big animal that lives in Africa. It spends much of its time in rivers and lakes to stay cool. Hippos have large bodies, short legs, and wide mouths. Hippos eat grass, so they are ______(1). They usually look calm, but they can be______ (2) if they feel in danger. Hippos live in groups called (3). These groups help them stay safe. Hippos come out of the water at______ (4) to find food. Today, many hippos are in danger because people hunt them and their homes are disappearing. This problem is called habitat__________ (5).
Fill in the blank : Hippos come out of the water at _______(4).
afternoon
noon
morning
night
The hippopotamus, or hippo, is a big animal that lives in Africa. It spends much of its time in rivers and lakes to stay cool. Hippos have large bodies, short legs, and wide mouths. Hippos eat grass, so they are ______(1). They usually look calm, but they can be______ (2) if they feel in danger. Hippos live in groups called (3). These groups help them stay safe. Hippos come out of the water at______ (4) to find food. Today, many hippos are in danger because people hunt them and their homes are disappearing. This problem is called habitat__________ (5).
Fill in the blank : The loss of animal homes is called habitat________(5).
water
loss
life
change
The documentary about wildlife conservation ___ by millions of viewers around the world every year.
has watched
watched
was watched
is watched
The highest mountain in the region ___ by a group of experienced hikers last weekend despite the bad weather.
is climbed
was climbed
climbed
has climbed
The prices of basic food items ___ significantly by local markets during the holiday season this year.
are increased
were increased
increased
have increased
The new English books ___ by the school next month.
has been bought
are buying
will be bought
have bought
The classroom walls ___ by the students since last week.
have painted
will be painted
have been painted
are painting
The announcement about the school trip ___ by the teacher tomorrow morning.
is speaking
have been spoken
has spoken
is going to be spoken
The heavy table ___ by two students before the meeting starts.
has lifted
will be lifted
have been lifted
is lifting
The homework assignments ___ by the teacher since Monday.
have been checked
will check
are checking
have checked
The guests ___ to the stage by the committee in a few minutes.
have been accompanying
will accompany
have accompanied
are going to be accompanied
The school rules ___ to all new students since the beginning of the year.
have told
have been told
will be telling
are telling
The school garden ___ by the students next Saturday morning.
have been cleaned
will be cleaned
is cleaning
has cleaned
The computer lesson ___ by many students this semester.
will master
has been mastered
have mastered
has mastered
The wet clothes ___ by the sun in a few hours.
is drying
have been dried
are going to be dried
have dried
English ___ as an international language in many countries for communication and education purposes.
is spoken
speaks
was spoken
spoken
The old bridge near the village ___ by the government after it was damaged by the flood last year.
is improved
improved
has improved
was improved
The chocolate cake that my mother baked for the party ___ by all the guests before the event ended.
was eaten
is eaten
eaten
has eaten
The suspicious man near the bank ___ by several people before the police arrived at the scene.
seen
has seen
was seen
is seen
Important documents from the office ___ by the staff to a safer place during the fire drill yesterday.
are taken
were taken
have taken
taken
A large bottle of mineral water ___ by the athlete immediately after he finished the exhausting marathon.
was drunk
is drunk
has drunk
drunk
Penguins have black backs and white bellies. This color pattern helps protect them from predators because it makes them difficult to see in the water. On land, penguins live in large groups called colonies. They also stand close together in a huddle to keep warm in very cold weather.
During the breeding season, penguins come ashore to lay eggs. Both parents usually share the job of keeping the eggs warm and finding food. Although many penguins live in cold places, some species live in warmer regions. Today, climate change and human activities make it harder for penguins to survive.
What is the main purpose of the text?
Compare penguins and seals
Explain how to raise penguins
Describe penguins in general
Entertain readers with a penguin story
Penguins have black backs and white bellies. This color pattern helps protect them from predators because it makes them difficult to see in the water. On land, penguins live in large groups called colonies. They also stand close together in a huddle to keep warm in very cold weather.
During the breeding season, penguins come ashore to lay eggs. Both parents usually share the job of keeping the eggs warm and finding food. Although many penguins live in cold places, some species live in warmer regions. Today, climate change and human activities make it harder for penguins to survive.
Why do penguins have black and white feathers?
To help them hide from predators
To help them stay warm
To make them different from other birds
To look attractive to other penguins
Penguins have black backs and white bellies. This color pattern helps protect them from predators because it makes them difficult to see in the water. On land, penguins live in large groups called colonies. They also stand close together in a huddle to keep warm in very cold weather.
During the breeding season, penguins come ashore to lay eggs. Both parents usually share the job of keeping the eggs warm and finding food. Although many penguins live in cold places, some species live in warmer regions. Today, climate change and human activities make it harder for penguins to survive.
What does the word colonies most nearly mean in the context of penguins living on land?
Large groups of penguins
Cold places
Small nests
Hunting areas
Penguins have black backs and white bellies. This color pattern helps protect them from predators because it makes them difficult to see in the water. On land, penguins live in large groups called colonies. They also stand close together in a huddle to keep warm in very cold weather.
During the breeding season, penguins come ashore to lay eggs. Both parents usually share the job of keeping the eggs warm and finding food. Although many penguins live in cold places, some species live in warmer regions. Today, climate change and human activities make it harder for penguins to survive.
What can we conclude about penguins’ way of life from the passage?
They cannot live in cold weather
They are well adapted to both land and sea
They depend only on land for food
They prefer living alone
Penguins have black backs and white bellies. This color pattern helps protect them from predators because it makes them difficult to see in the water. On land, penguins live in large groups called colonies. They also stand close together in a huddle to keep warm in very cold weather.
During the breeding season, penguins come ashore to lay eggs. Both parents usually share the job of keeping the eggs warm and finding food. Although many penguins live in cold places, some species live in warmer regions. Today, climate change and human activities make it harder for penguins to survive.
What problem do penguins face today?
Inability to swim far
Too many predators on land
Lack of places to build nests
Climate change and human activities
Penguins have black backs and white bellies. This color pattern helps protect them from predators because it makes them difficult to see in the water. On land, penguins live in large groups called colonies. They also stand close together in a huddle to keep warm in very cold weather.
During the breeding season, penguins come ashore to lay eggs. Both parents usually share the job of keeping the eggs warm and finding food. Although many penguins live in cold places, some species live in warmer regions. Today, climate change and human activities make it harder for penguins to survive.
Based on the text, why is living in colonies important for penguins’ survival?
It helps them find more fish in the ocean
It makes it easier for them to fly away from danger
It helps them protect each other and stay warm in cold weather
It allows them to build bigger nests
