Summative Assessment for the 4th Quarter
Subject: English
Grade: 10
Duration: 40 minutes
Total marks: 24
Learning objectives covered:
- 10.2.1 Understand the main points in unsupported extended talk on a wide range of general and curricular topics, including talk on a limited range of unfamiliar topics
- 10.2.6 Deduce meaning from context in unsupported extended talk on a wide range of general and curricular topics, including talk on a limited range of unfamiliar topics
- 10.4.5 Deduce meaning from context in extended texts on a wide range of familiar general and curricular topics, and some unfamiliar topics
- 10.4.6 Recognise the attitude or opinion of the writer in extended texts on a wide range of familiar general and curricular topics
- 10.5.6 Write coherently at text level using a variety of connectors on a range of familiar general and curricular topics
- 10.6.17 Use if / if only in third conditional structures, use a variety of relative clauses including with which [whole previous clause reference] on a wide range of familiar general and curricular topics
- 10.3.3 Explain and justify own and others’ point of view on a wide range of general and curricular topics
- 10.6.7 Use perfect continuous forms and a variety of simple perfect active and passive forms including time adverbials … so far, lately, all my life, on a wide range of familiar general and curricular topics
Task 1. Listening (6 points)
Instructions: You will hear a talk twice. Listen carefully and choose the correct option (A, B, C or D) for questions 1-6.
Audio script (for teacher): "Good morning, everyone. Today we are going to discuss a rather unusual topic: the psychology of procrastination. Many people think procrastination is simply laziness, but research suggests otherwise. For instance, a study at the University of Calgary showed that chronic procrastinators often have a higher level of perfectionism. They delay starting a task because they are afraid they won't do it perfectly. This creates a cycle of anxiety and avoidance. Interestingly, in some cultures, procrastination is viewed not as a flaw, but as a sign of creativity. People who delay often say they work better under pressure. However, experts warn that while occasional delay might be harmless, chronic procrastination can lead to significant stress and lower academic performance. So, the next time you put off a task, ask yourself: is it a strategic pause, or are you avoiding something?"
- According to the speaker, what is a common misconception about procrastination?
A. It is linked to creativity.
B. It is a sign of intelligence.
C. It is the same as laziness.
D. It is caused by stress. [1 point] - What did the study at the University of Calgary suggest about chronic procrastinators?
A. They have low self-esteem.
B. They are often perfectionists.
C. They are more creative than others.
D. They prefer working in groups. [1 point] - The word "chronic" in the talk most closely means:
A. temporary
B. severe
C. long-term
D. mild [1 point] - How is procrastination viewed in some cultures, according to the speaker?
A. As a serious mental health issue.
B. As a sign of creativity.
C. As a form of laziness.
D. As a way to avoid stress. [1 point] - What reason do people who work well under pressure often give for delaying tasks?
A. They are too busy.
B. They are afraid of failure.
C. They want to be more creative.
D. They want to wait for the perfect moment. [1 point] - What is the speaker's overall attitude towards chronic procrastination?
A. It is harmless.
B. It can be a useful strategy.
C. It can be dangerous for health.
D. It can lead to negative consequences. [1 point]