SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT FOR THE MODULE
Subject: English
Grade: 8
Module: Unit 6 "The Natural World", Unit 7 "Travel and Transport"
Total Marks: 24
Instructions for students: Read all tasks carefully. Write your answers clearly. You have 40 minutes to complete the assessment.
Task 1. Listening Comprehension. "Eco-Tourism in Kazakhstan" (LO 8.2.2.1)
You will hear a short talk about eco-tourism in Kazakhstan. Listen carefully (the audio will be played twice). Then answer the questions below.
Questions:
- What are the two main principles of eco-tourism mentioned in the talk? (1 mark)
- Which national park was mentioned as an example of a good eco-tourism destination? (1 mark)
- According to the speaker, what is one negative impact mass tourism can have that eco-tourism tries to avoid? (1 mark)
Criteria for Task 1:
| Question | Correct Answer / Descriptor | Mark |
|---|---|---|
| a | Mentions conserving the environment and benefiting local people/communities. | 1 |
| b | Names Kolsai Lakes National Park / Kolsai Lakes. | 1 |
| c | States one negative impact: e.g., pollution / habitat destruction / disturbing wildlife / too much waste. | 1 |