SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT FOR THE UNIT
Subject: English Language
Grade: 8
Unit Theme: Unit 8. Food and Drinks
Learning Objective: 8.R1 Understand the main points in texts on a growing range of unfamiliar general and curricular topics, including some extended texts.
Total Marks: 22
Instructions for the student:
Read all tasks carefully. Write your answers on the answer sheet or in your notebook. You have 40 minutes to complete the assessment.
TASK 1. Reading Comprehension. (10 marks)
Read the text and complete the tasks below.
The Global Journey of Coffee
Coffee is one of the world's most popular beverages, but its journey from bean to cup is complex and global. It begins on coffee farms, primarily located in the "Coffee Belt" around the equator. Countries like Brazil, Vietnam, Colombia, and Ethiopia are major producers. The beans are actually seeds inside red or purple fruits called coffee cherries. After harvesting, the beans are processed, dried, and sorted.
Next, the green coffee beans are shipped worldwide to roasters. Roasting is a crucial step that develops the beans' flavour, aroma, and colour. Light roasts are more acidic and retain more of the bean's original character, while dark roasts are less acidic and have a stronger, bitter flavour. After roasting, the beans are ground and then brewed using various methods like espresso machines, French presses, or drip coffee makers.
The culture of coffee drinking varies greatly. In Italy, people often drink a small, strong espresso standing at a bar. In Turkey, coffee is prepared in a special pot called a cezve and served with the grounds. Meanwhile, in many Western countries, "to-go" coffee in large cups is a common morning ritual. Despite the differences, coffee shops everywhere serve as social hubs for meeting friends or working.
However, the coffee industry faces challenges. Climate change threatens coffee-growing regions with unpredictable weather. Furthermore, ensuring fair prices for farmers (fair trade) is an ongoing issue to promote sustainable farming practices. Understanding this journey helps us appreciate the effort in every cup.
A. Choose the correct answer (A, B, or C). (4 marks)
1. Where is the "Coffee Belt" primarily located?
A) Near the North Pole
B) Around the equator
C) In Southern Africa
2. What does a dark roast coffee typically have?
A) More acidity and a lighter flavour
B) Less acidity and a stronger, bitter flavour
C) A very sweet taste
3. How is Turkish coffee traditionally prepared?
A) In an espresso machine
B) In a French press
C) In a special pot called a cezve
4. What is one major challenge for the coffee industry mentioned in the text?
A) Too many coffee shops
B) Climate change
C) The invention of new brewing methods
B. Are the statements True (T) or False (F)? (4 marks)
5. Coffee beans are found inside fruits called coffee cherries.
6. Light roasts have a stronger flavour than dark roasts.
7. In Italy, it is common to drink large cups of "to-go" coffee at a bar.
8. Fair trade is related to ensuring good prices for coffee farmers.
C. Answer the question in your own words. (2 marks)
9. According to the text, why is the roasting step important for coffee beans?