Суммативное оценивание за четверть
по предмету «Английский язык»
9 класс, 3 четверть
Общее количество баллов: 25
Время выполнения: 50 минут
Цели обучения:
- 9.4.3.1 – Понимать детали аргументации в развернутых текстах на ряд знакомых общих и тематических тем учебной программы.
Раздел 1. Слушание и говорение (Listening & Speaking). Время: 10 минут. [5 баллов]
Цель: 9.4.3.1 – Понимать детали аргументации в развернутых текстах.
Инструкция для учащегося: Прослушайте текст два раза. Ответьте на вопросы, выбрав один правильный вариант ответа (A, B, C или D).
Текст для прослушивания (будет зачитан учителем):
"The Case for Later School Start Times"
Good morning. Today I'd like to present a compelling argument for why secondary schools should start no earlier than 9:00 AM. My main point revolves around adolescent biology. Research from the National Sleep Foundation clearly shows that during puberty, teenagers' circadian rhythms shift. Their bodies naturally produce melatonin, the sleep hormone, later at night, making it difficult for them to fall asleep before 11 PM. Waking up at 6 or 7 AM for school results in chronic sleep deprivation.
This lack of sleep has serious consequences. First, it directly impacts academic performance. Sleep-deprived students have poorer concentration, memory, and problem-solving skills. A study in Minnesota found that schools with later start times saw a significant rise in test scores and graduation rates. Second, it affects mental and physical health. Increased risks of anxiety, depression, and obesity are linked to insufficient sleep in teens. Furthermore, there's a safety argument. Drowsy teenagers driving to early morning classes are a danger on the roads; accident rates are higher.
Opponents argue that later starts disrupt after-school activities and family schedules. However, many schools that have made this change report successful adjustments in sports and club schedules. The benefits to student well-being and learning far outweigh these logistical challenges. In conclusion, aligning school schedules with teenage biology is not a luxury, but a necessity for their health, safety, and academic success.
Задания:
1. What is the main biological reason the speaker gives for later school start times?
A) Teenagers need more sleep than adults.
B) Teenagers' circadian rhythms shift during puberty.
C) Teenagers are lazy in the mornings.
D) Teenagers have too many after-school activities.
2. According to the speaker, what was one academic outcome in Minnesota schools with later start times?
A) More homework was completed.
B) There was a significant rise in test scores.
C) Teachers reported less stress.
D) The school day became shorter.
3. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a consequence of sleep deprivation?
A) Poorer concentration and memory.
B) Increased risk of anxiety and depression.
C) Higher participation in sports.
D) Higher risk of car accidents.
4. What is the main counter-argument mentioned by opponents of later start times?
A) It is too expensive for schools.
B) It disrupts after-school activities and family schedules.
C) It leads to lower academic standards.
D) Teenagers will just stay up even later.
5. What is the speaker's overall conclusion?