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AL-KHOBAR INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
II TERM ENGLISH REVISION WORKSHEET
GRADE: 5
STUDENT NAME:
DATE: _______________________
SUBJECT.TEACHER : KAMRAN AHMED
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1. Read the passage carefully and answer the questions:
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The Amazon Rainforest, often referred to as the "lungs of the Earth," is one of the most
biodiverse regions on the planet. It covers approximately 5.5 million square kilometres,
spanning nine countries, including Brazil, Peru, and Colombia. This vast forest is home to
millions of species of plants, animals, and insects, many of which are found nowhere else in
the world.
The Amazon plays a critical role in regulating the Earth's climate by absorbing large amounts
of carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen. However, deforestation poses a significant threat to
this vital ecosystem. Trees are often cut down for agriculture, logging, and urban expansion,
leading to habitat destruction and a rise in greenhouse gas emissions.
Efforts are underway to protect the Amazon, including reforestation projects, stricter
enforcement of environmental laws, and collaborations with indigenous communities who
have lived in harmony with the forest for centuries. Protecting the Amazon is not just a
regional concern but a global priority to ensure a sustainable future for our planet.
Questions:
1. What is the Amazon Rainforest often referred to as, and why?
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2. List three countries that the Amazon Rainforest spans.
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3. How does the Amazon contribute to regulating the Earth’s climate?
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4. What are some of the main causes of deforestation in the Amazon?
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5. Name two measures being taken to protect the Amazon Rainforest.
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6. How large is the Amazon Rainforest in terms of area?
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7. Why is deforestation in the Amazon considered a global issue?
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8. How do indigenous communities contribute to the preservation of the Amazon?
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Passage:
The Sahara Desert is the largest hot desert in the world, spanning approximately 9.2 million
square kilometres across North Africa. It stretches through 11 countries, including Algeria,
Egypt, and Sudan. Despite its harsh environment, the Sahara is home to various forms of life,
including cacti, desert foxes, and camels, all of which have adapted to survive in the arid
climate.
The Sahara is characterized by its vast sand dunes, rocky plateaus, and extreme temperatures
that can exceed 50°C during the day and drop below freezing at night. It plays a significant role
in Africa's ecosystem by affecting regional weather patterns and acting as a source of minerals
for nearby soils.
However, climate change and human activity are impacting the Sahara. Expanding
desertification threatens nearby communities, reducing fertile land for agriculture and
disrupting livelihoods. Efforts are being made to combat this, including planting trees as part of
the "Great Green Wall" project, which aims to halt the spread of the desert and restore degraded
land.
Questions:
1. What is the Sahara Desert known for being, and how large is it?
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2. List three countries the Sahara Desert spans.
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3. Name two types of life forms found in the Sahara and how they adapt to the climate.
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4. Describe the Sahara's temperature variations between day and night.
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5. What role does the Sahara play in Africa's ecosystem?
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6. What are the main challenges affecting the Sahara Desert?
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7. What is the "Great Green Wall" project, and what is its purpose?
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8. How does desertification impact nearby communities?
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1- Vocabulary: Write the opposite adjectives.
a) The giant wasn’t weak. He was big and
.
tough
anxious
bad-tempered
hard-working rude
jolly
He could lift up a car with one hand.
b) The boy is not polite: in fact, he is
__________.
c) He never says please or thank you to anyone_____________________.
d) He isn’t confident. He gets very
when he has an exam.
e) She’s always angry and she never smiles. She’s
f) She’s such a
g) He’s so
.
person. She’s always smiling.
. He’s always studying at his desk.
Challenge
2- Values: Write about three people you value (a family member, a friend, a teacher).
Think about their positive characteristics, for example kindness, generosity.
a) I value my because ___________________________________________________________________
b) I value my because ___________________________________________________________________
c) I value my because ___________________________________________________________________
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A traditional food
2. Read and match the photos to the descriptions.
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In Ghana, they celebrate the yam
harvest with the festival of
Homowo, which lasts for three
days. A yam looks a bit like a
potato, but it is longer and more
pointed. It’s a very important crop
in Ghana, and many special foods
are made from it, such as mashed
yams with boiled eggs.
A
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In Korea, they give thanks to the
harvest during Chu Suk with a
special feast. Families prepare
Seunghyun, which are crescentshaped rice cakes made of rice,
beans, sesame seeds and chestnuts.
Women sing and dance, and they
also play a game called turtle tag.
B
3. Complete the sentences with the correct words.
made from
called
a.
The yam harvest Homowo
b.
Special foods are
c.
They eat a special dish
d.
Chu Suk
lasts
celebrates
for three days.
yams.
the harvest with a special feast.
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4. Unscramble the adjectives and fill the gaps:
Invitation list
veclre
Clare
nxosuai
Moody
erdu
Ralph
Toby
gohtu
Josh
eweyp
regyed
William
5. Vocabulary: Write the opposite adjectives.
a. The giant wasn’t weak. He was big and
.
He could lift up a car with one hand.
b. The boy is not polite: in fact, he is
.
tough
anxious
bad-tempered
hard-working rude
jolly
c. He never says please or thank you to anyone.
d. He isn’t confident. He gets very
when he has an exam.
e. She’s always angry and she never smiles. She’s
f. She’s such a
person. She’s always smiling.
g. He’s so _____________________. He’s always studying at his desk.
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6. Complete the text with the words in the box.
heartbeat
reflexes
hitting
sneezing
hot
pull
yawning
if you touch something 1 , your brain makes you
controls this is called the medulla. Other involuntary actions
include 3
when we are tired or 4
7. Match and make zero conditional sentences.
1 If you press the button, _____________
a your heart beats faster.
2 When you run fast, _______________
b go straight to your class.
3 If you want a healthy brain, _________
c stay calm.
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Vocabulary
Match these words to the correct pictures.
a
twirled
b
1
c
tag
shrieked
d
4
3
2
hug
e
itch
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Arrggghhh!
8. Complete these sentences using a word from the words given in the box.
a. They gave each other a big
.
b. He when the monkey jumped on the table.
c. The little boy
around until he was dizzy.
d. The cat's flea bites made him
.
e. She tried to pull the
off her new dress.
9. Complete these sentences using a word that rhymes with the word in bold.
hooray
towns
hug
twirled
away
a. What did she say? She said, ‘Go
!’
b. What a wonderful day to celebrate,
c. The little girl danced and
!
across the stage.
d. He didn’t like the loud sounds of traffic and people in bustling
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10.What types of books are they? Complete with these words. There is one extra word.
picture
family
a
board
comic
tales
b
fables
c
board book
d
novels
book
superhero
e
f
stories
fairy
11.Match the definitions to types of stories using the wordpool.
a. Stories about families, which are passed down from parents to children. d
b. These are thick, hard books for babies.
c. These are full of small, action pictures with some text under each picture.
d. Stories with a moral and often have animals as characters.
e. Stories with pictures and no text.
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12.Choose the correct answer.
a. The brain weighs 1.3 kg, does / doesn’t it?
b. It doesn’t control our emotions, doesn’t / does it?
c. Breathing is controlled by the brain stem, isn’t / is it?
d. Your heart beat / beats faster if you do exercise.
e. If you touch something sharp, you pulled / pull away your hand fast.
f. If you yawn / yawned in class, you are either tired or bored.
Challenge
13.Complete these sentences with your ideas about things
a. The most amazing thing about the brain is
.
b. If you have a good short-term memory,
.
c. I can look after my brain power by
.
d. If you play a musical instrument,
.
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14. Read and complete the anecdote with the past simple and past continuous.
home
favorite
song when I 2
The
sound 3
As I was
tiptoeing toward the bush, I 4
(fall asleep) inside my coat. Mum 8
Challenge
15. Use your imagination and complete these sentences as if you were writing
your own anecdote. Use the past simple and the past continuous.
a. I was swimming in the sea when
.
b. I saw a strange creature as
.
c. I was walking in the park when
.
d. I heard a strange noise as
.
e. I was falling asleep when
.
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Descriptive Writing:
1. Describe your dream vacation destination.
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2. How do you handle challenges in your life?
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