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Comprehension -1-
Read the following passage then answer the following questions in complete sentences:
When you read , you often guess the meaning of new words . Sometimes , however ,you need to use a dictionary. In a dictionary there are some skills such as guide words, entry words , pronunciation , parts of speech , definitions and sample sentences.
Guide Words help you find the word you want to look up. There are two boldface guide words at the top of each page.
An entry word is the word that you look up in the dictionary. Entry words are listed in alphabetical order. Words that have more than one syllable are divided by dots.
The Pronunciation shows how the word is said. Also there is the part of speech of the entry word. For example, v.stands for verb.
The definition gives the meaning of the word. Sample sentences are given to show how the word is used or to clarify the meaning.
You need to keep in mind that using a dictionary is a skill. The only way to learn how to use it, is by actually using it.
Answer the following questions in complete sentences:
1. What are the skills in a dictionary?
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2. What does the pronunciation show?
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3. Does the definition give the meaning of the word?
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Put ( ü ) or ( û ) :
1. In a dictionary , there are two boldface guide words at the top of each page . ( )
2. Using a dictionary is not a skill . ( )
Complete:
1.The word that you look up in a dictionary is called ……………………………………………….
2- …………………………………………… are given to show how the word is used .
Name: class: 3/
Date:
Comprehension -2-
Read the following passage then answer the following questions in complete sentences:
Kareem did not expect that his trip to Kuwait last year to be so inspiring . He attended the Islamic Youth Conference with a group of friends . He got the chance to meet many interesting young people . In spite of their young age , they had big dreams , not only for themselves , but for the world around them .
Kareem met Jasim , a computer whiz from Bahrain . He is going to become a computer programmer when he grows up . Jasim says he can use computers to serve Islam . He hopes to provide Muslim Children with interesting Cartoons and games that teach them Islamic values and beliefs .
Fahad , a Saudi youth , is very good with his hands . He loves arts and excels in woodwork. He is planning to study carpentry after high school . He wants Saudis to buy furniture made by Saudi craftsmen .
A:Answer the following questions in complete sentences :-
1- What did Kareem attend ?
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2- What is Jasim going to be when he grows up ?
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3- Is Fahad planning to study computer in the future ?
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B: Match the words with the definitions :-
1- A programmer is ------a person who makes things out of wood .
2- A carpenter is ------a person who gives the meaning of words in other languages.
------a person who writes instructions that tell the computer what to do.
C: Read the following sentences . Then find a phrase in the text that has the same meaning :-
1-Paragraph 1.His visit to Kuwait filled him with positive feeling and thoughts . [ ------]
2-Paragraph 2. Jasim is excellent with computers . [ ------]
D:- What nouns do the underlined pronouns refer to ?
1-Paragraph 1. their = ------.
2-Paragraph 2. He = ------.
Name: class: 3/
Date:
Comprehension -3-
Read the following passage then answer the following questions in complete sentences:
Our sense organs; nose, ears, eyes, tongue and skin start working when something from the outside world stimulates them. They take the information in and send it to the brain.
Many scientists say we actually have nine senses; sight, hearing , taste, touch, smell, pain, balance, thirst and hunger. The first five are known as external senses. They provide us with information about the outside world. The other four senses are the internal senses. They provide information about what we feel inside our bodies. For example, the sense of hunger shows that our body needs food.
In short, without our senses life would be very difficult. They are our only way of getting information from the outside world. They are a great blessing from Allah.
A- Answer the following questions in complete sentences:
1 - What are our sense organs ?
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B- Choose the correct answer :
1 - Many scientists say we actually have ------.
a- Five b- nine c- ten
2- The opposite of external is ------.
a- internal b - outside c- soft .
C. Write the correct paragraph number next to each main idea.
1- The importance of the senses. ( )
2- How our senses work . ( )
3- Types of senses. ( )
4- Conclusion. ( )
D. Write the sentences in the passage that are restated below.
1- Outer senses tell us about the world around us.
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2- Inner senses tell us what our bodies need.
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