SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT FOR THE SECTION
Subject: English
Grade: 10
Section: Space
Total Marks: 12
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
- 10.2.6.1 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.
- 10.3.7.1 Use appropriate subject-specific vocabulary and syntax to talk about a range of general and curricular topics.
TASKS
Task 1. Listening Comprehension (Deducing meaning from context) [4 marks]
Instructions: You will listen to an extended talk about "The Challenges of Deep Space Exploration" TWICE. The talk contains some unfamiliar terms. Based on the context, answer the questions below.
Audio Script (for teacher): "One of the greatest hurdles for missions beyond Mars is propulsion. Current chemical rockets are too slow. Scientists are researching alternatives like ion thrusters, which use electric fields to expel propellant, providing a small but continuous thrust over years. Another major concern is cosmic radiation. Outside Earth's protective magnetosphere, astronauts are bombarded with high-energy particles, which poses a significant health risk. To mitigate this, spacecraft might need water shielding or magnetic deflectors. Furthermore, the psychological effects of prolonged isolation and confinement during a multi-year journey are not fully understood."
- Based on the context, what does "propulsion" most likely refer to?
- What is the main problem with chemical rockets for deep space travel mentioned in the talk?
- What are two mentioned methods to protect astronauts from cosmic radiation?
- What does "prolonged isolation" mean in the context of space travel?
Criteria for Task 1: Each correct answer demonstrates the ability to deduce meaning from context in extended talk.