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English Language III Reading Worksheet No._1_
Topic/s: Globalization
Module 1: Vocabulary
1. global - (adj.) affecting the whole world, worldwide
2. brand - (n.) name of a product
3. ethnic - (n.) of nations or races of mankind
4. native - (adj.) born in a particular place or country
5. mass tourism – (n.) a large number of tourists
6. emigrate – (v.) leave ones country and settle in another
7. diversity – (adj.) variety
8. domestic – (adj.) relating to the home or the family
9. emotion – ( n.) a feeling of any kind
10. relieved – (adj.) having no worries
11. furious – (adj.) very angry
12. lure – (n.) something that attracts
13. clutch – (v.) to grip or hold tightly or firmly
14. disdain – (n.) a feeling or show of superiority
Module 1 (page 9) Based on the text
‘A Changing City’
(Paragraph 1 & 2)
A. Answer the questions.
1.
Why do people flock to the city?
2.
Why does the government encourage people to go back?
3.
What is ‘generation gap’?
4.
What are the youngsters interested in?
5.
What do the old people talk about?
B. Read the sentences and choose the correct option.
1.
.. but the lure of the capital proves too enticing,… means
a)
People invest a lot of capital in the city
b)
People are very much attracted to the city life
c)
People cannot resist opportunities to make money in the city
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3.
…in Beijing is the generation gap more visible ..
a)
Beijing is a contrast of old and new culture.
b)
Beijing promotes equal opportunity to all generations.
c)
Both old and young generation live in Beijing.
..older people still wax euphoric about Chairman Mao and…
a)
Older generation liked Chairman Mao very much.
b)
Older generation is all praise for the olden times.
c)
Older generation dislike the younger one.
C. What or who do these words refer to?
1. it
(paragraph 1, line 3)
2. them
(paragraph 1, line 7)
D.
Do as directed.
1.
Today, people still flock to the city. (Write the tense of the verb)
2.
The government encourages them to go home. (Change into present perfect)
3.
They talked about Chairman Mao. (Change into past continuous)
4.
Most youngsters disdain socialist sacrifice. (Change into negative)
5.
Write any two adjectives from paragraph one.
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English Language III Grammar Worksheet No._1_
Topic/s: Globalization
Structures Involved
(Refer to the text book)
Simple Present. – Globalization is a phenomenon that is very common today.
Simple Past - Globalization opened up a world of opportunities to people around the globe.
Present Perfect - It has given a lot of choices to people around the world.
Make the present simple (choose positive, negative or question):
1. (he / drive to work every day)
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2. (I / not / think you're right)
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3. (we / have enough time?)
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4. (I / eat cereal in the morning)
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5. (they / write e-mails every day?)
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6. (you / watch a lot of TV)
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7. (he / not / read the newspaper)
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8. (she / dance often?)
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9. (where / I / come on Mondays?)
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10. (what / you / do at the weekend?)
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Make the past simple, positive, negative or question:
1. I _________________ (not / drink) any beer last night.
2. She _________________ (get on) the bus in the centre of the city.
3. What time _________________ (he / get up) yesterday?
4. Where _________________ (you / get off) the train?
5. I _________________ (not / change) trains at Victoria.
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6. We _________________ (wake up) very late.
7. What _________________ (he / give) his mother for Christmas?
8. I _________________ (receive) £300 when my uncle _________________ (die).
9. We _________________ (not / use) the computer last night.
10. _________________ (she / make) good coffee?
Make the present perfect - choose positive, negative or question:
1. (I / go / to the library today)
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2. (you / keep a pet for three years)
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3. (you / come here before?)
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4. (it / rain all day?)
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5. (who / we / forgot to invite?)
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6. (we / not / hear that song already)
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7. (he / not / forget his books)
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8. (she / steal all the chocolate!)
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9. (I / explain it well?)
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10. (who / he / meet recently?)
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Source: http://www.perfect-english-grammar.com/
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English Language III Writing Worksheet No._1_
Topic/s: Globalization
Globalization: Is it good for Oman. Put your arguments either FOR or AGAINST
For
Against
Increase of trade/profit
Investments in different countries
Improved quality of goods and
lifestyle
Variety of choices
Wider markets,
Cultural exchange
Influence of mass media
Language exposure
Spread of technology
Chance to learn from others
Employment opportunities
Promotes goodwill among nations
Works against small companies
Increases competition
Can cause unemployment
Works against poor countries
Chances of economic problems
Control of key sectors by few people
Cultural difficulties
Change in traditional lifestyles
Spread of diseases
Language barrier/difficulties
Hike in living costs
Key words for expressing opinions
Personal Point of View
We use these words and phrases to express a personal point of view:
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In my experience…
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As far as I’m concerned…
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Speaking for myself…
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In my opinion…
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Personally, I think.. / I’d like to
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I’d say that…
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I’d suggest that…
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I’d like to point out that…
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I believe that…
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What I mean is…
General Point of View
We use these words and phrases to express a point of view that is generally thought by
people:
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It is thought that...
Some people say that...
It is considered...
It is generally accepted that...
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English Language III Reading External Worksheet No._1_
Topic/s: Globalization
Vacation
When it comes to selecting a vacation site, do members of your family have different opinions?
You may be attracted to the excitement of an urban area, your partner may prefer
spending some quiet time in the outdoor and the children may be looking for something new
to do that will keep them occupied.
Providence, Rhode Island is a destination you should consider which will match every one of
these interests. For those who enjoy the bustle of a city, Providence has a lot to offer. Although
a city of only 200,000 people, it has a major regional theatre and half a dozen stage
companies. Providence is home to Brown University and the internationally renowned Rhode
Island School of Design and other small colleges. These not only offer lovely walks among
historic buildings, but also provide cultural enrichment for the city.
There are popular shopping areas, cafes and other specialty stores. Right in the heart of the
town stands the Arcade, America’s first enclosed shopping mall. The restaurants of Providence
are famous, featuring not only native seafood, but international cuisine like Portuguese, Thai,
Indian and Chinese. Providence is also home to several world class chefs who offer their unique
creations.
For the person who prefers a peaceful afternoon in the countryside, Providence is located within
minutes of several state parks and wildlife refuges. Without even leaving the city limits, you can
spend all day in Roger Williams Park, enjoying flower gardens, lakes, a zoo and a natural
history museum.
And if the park isn’t enough to keep the children occupied for the whole trip, there are other
places especially for them. There is a children’s museum and other entertainment facilities
designed to keep the children busy all the day.
A. Answer the questions.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Where is Providence?
What is the population of Providence?
Which university can you find in Providence?
Why is Providence attractive to all?
What can you find in Roger William Park?
B. Read the sentences and choose the correct option.
1. … attracted to the excitement of an urban area,…
a) Being interested in village areas
b) Being interested in quiet places
c) Being interested in city areas
2. Providence is home to Brown University…
a) The university was founded in Providence
b) The university has home stay facilities in Providence
c) The university is located in Providence
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3.
These ….. provide cultural enrichment for the city.
a) Universities and colleges has cultural centres
b) Universities add to the cultural richness of the city
c) Cultural programmes are conducted in the universities
4.
….several world class chefs who offer their unique creations.
a) Chefs make food which is found nowhere else
b) Chefs make special food
c) Chefs make food which is quite ordinary
5. Providence is located within minutes of several state parks.
a) There are many state parks in Providence
b) It will take some minutes to reach the parks
c) Many parks are close to Providence
6. .. park isn’t enough to keep the children occupied for the whole trip..
a) Children will not stay long in the park
b) Children like to go to parks
c) Children should be occupied with some activity in the park
C. What or who do these words refer to?
1.
2.
3.
4.
them
it
these
their
(paragraph
(paragraph
(paragraph
(paragraph
1)
2)
2)
3)
D.
Do as directed.
1.
Providence is also home to several world class chefs. (Write the tense of the verb)
2.
He said, “I like the parks here very much”. (Change into indirect speech)
3.
He spend all the day in Roger Williams Park. (Change into simple past)
4.
Children like to go to parks. (Change into negative)
5.
Write any two adjectives from the text.
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What word goes best with these verbs?
1. book
a)
b)
c)
d)
a
a
a
a
4. open
factory
deal
room
business
a) a market
b) a competitor
c) a manager
d) a new branch
2. set up
a)
b)
c)
d)
a
a
a
a
5. break into
room
customer
book
meeting
a) a
b) a
c) a
d) a
3. make
a)
competition
b) a book
c)
a room
d) a deal
market
competition
deal
TV show
6. face
a) a room
b) competition
c) a factory
d) love
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