- 1. Part 1: Reading and Context (Competencia: Comprensión Literal e Inferencial)
Instructions: Read the text about Emily's experience and choose the correct option. (Lea el texto sobre la experiencia de Emily y elija la opción correcta).
The Result of Hard Work
Yesterday was a very long and difficult day for Emily. She was very tired because she stayed up and studied all night for her important English exam. However, today she is happy and relaxed because she got a very good grade.
1. According to the text, what was Emily's physical and emotional state yesterday?
A) She was tired because of her intense study session.
B) She felt very excited and had a lot of energy.
C) She was energetic and ready to play with her friends.
D) She felt happy and relaxed after her school exam.
- 2. Part 2: Vacation and Places (Competencia: Localización de información)
Instructions: Read about Tom’s trip and choose the correct answer. (Lea sobre el viaje de Tom y elija la respuesta correcta).
A Great Summer Trip
Last summer, Tom and his family had a wonderful time. They were on vacation in Spain. The weather was perfect and sunny, so they visited many beautiful places and historical monuments during their stay.
2. Based on the text, what was the specific location of Tom and his family during their last summer vacation?
A) They were in Spain enjoying the weather.
B) They stayed at home during the holidays.
C) They were studying at a local school.
D) They were visiting many cities in France.
- 3. Part 3: Time and Location (Competencia: Reconocimiento de tiempos verbales)
Instructions: Read about the students' schedule and choose the correct answer. (Lea sobre el horario de los estudiantes y elija la respuesta correcta).
The School Schedule
Today is a normal day. At 8 a.m., the students are in class with their teacher. However, yesterday at the same time, the situation was different. They were in the gym for a special sports event and a presentation.
3. According to the text, what was the specific location of the students yesterday at 8 a.m.?
A) They stayed at home because it was a holiday.
B) They were in class studying for a difficult exam.
C) They were in the gym for a special activity.
D) They were eating breakfast in the cafeteria.
- 4. Part 4: Jobs and Occupations (Competencia: Identificación de información biográfica)
Instructions: Read the description of the grandmother and choose the correct option. (Lea la descripción de la abuela y elija la opción correcta).
A Life of Learning
My grandmother is a very active person. She is now retired and she enjoys gardening in her backyard every day. However, when she was young, she worked in a large school because she was a dedicated teacher.
4. Based on the text, what was the grandmother's professional occupation or job in the past?
A) She was a famous singer on television.
B) She was a professional chef in a restaurant.
C) She was a doctor in a big city hospital.
D) She was a dedicated teacher at a school.
- 5. Esta pregunta es fundamental para evaluar el uso de marcadores de tiempo en el pasado (Five years ago) y el vocabulario de niveles educativos. Para el grado 7°, el reto es no confundir el lugar donde estudian ahora con el lugar donde estaban en el pasado.
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Part 5: School History and Time (Competencia: Relación de eventos en el tiempo)
Instructions: Read about the history of Jack and Anna's friendship and choose the correct option. (Lea sobre la historia de la amistad de Jack y Anna y elija la opción correcta).
Long-Time Friends
Jack and Anna are best friends since they were children. Right now, they are teenagers and they study together in high school. However, the story started a long time ago. Five years ago, they were in the same elementary school in their neighborhood.
5. According to the text, in which educational level were Jack and Anna five years ago?
A) They were playing in a local kindergarten.
B) They were studying a career in college.
C) They were students in elementary school.
D) They were together in high school.
- 6. Part 6: Family and Numbers (Competencia: Identificación de vocabulario específico)
Instructions: Read about Sarah’s family and choose the correct option. (Lea sobre la familia de Sarah y elija la opción correcta).
A Happy Family
Sarah is a very busy mother because she has two babies. They are twins and they spend all day playing with their colorful toys in the living room. Sarah loves her children very much!
6. According to the text, what is the exact number of babies that Sarah has?
A) She has only one baby boy.
B) She has four happy babies.
C) She has two twin babies.
D) She has three small babies.
- 7. Part 7: Pets and Animals (Competencia: Clasificación de vocabulario)
Instructions: Read about the animals in the house and choose the correct answer. (Lea sobre los animales en la casa y elija la respuesta correcta).
A House Full of Pets
My brother is a very kind person and he loves animals. He has a small zoo at home! Currently, he has three orange fish, two big dogs, and four small mice. He takes care of them every day.
7. According to the text, which group of animals does the brother have as pets?
A) Big dogs, small fish, and mice.
B) Large horses and green turtles.
C) Colorful birds and long snakes.
D) Quiet cats and white rabbits.
- 8. Part 8: Shopping and Clothes (Competencia: Identificación de detalles y plurales)
Instructions: Read about Lisa’s shopping trip and choose the correct answer. (Lea sobre las compras de Lisa y elija la respuesta correcta).
Preparing for the Party
Lisa is very excited about her friend's birthday. She went shopping yesterday because she needed a special outfit. She bought some new dresses and shoes for the celebration. She is ready to dance!
8. According to the text, what are the specific items that Lisa purchased for the party?
A) A warm jacket and brown boots.
B) Several new dresses and shoes.
C) Only one dress and a pair of shoes.
D) A beautiful dress and a fancy hat.
- 9. Part 9: Home and Objects (Competencia: Identificación de sustantivos y cantidades)
Instructions: Read about the objects in the house and choose the correct answer. (Lea sobre los objetos en la casa y elija la respuesta correcta).
Cleaning the House
The family is moving to a new house this weekend. Right now, there are five large boxes in the middle of the living room. They are very heavy because they are full of books and toys for the children.
9. According to the text, what specific objects are located in the living room?
A) Five large boxes with books and toys.
B) Five blue bags for the trash.
C) Five comfortable chairs for the family.
D) Five wooden tables for the kitchen.
- 10. Part 10: Problems and Solutions (Competencia: Identificación de causa y efecto)
Instructions: Read about James’s situation and choose the correct answer. (Lea sobre la situación de James y elija la respuesta correcta).
A Trip to the Optician
James is having a difficult time seeing the whiteboard in class. He needs new glasses as soon as possible because his old ones are broken after an accident in the park. He will buy a new pair at the store this afternoon.
10. According to the text, what is the specific reason why James needs to purchase new glasses?
A) His previous glasses are damaged and broken.
B) He lost his glasses during his physical education class.
C) He gave his old glasses away to a friend in need.
D) He doesn’t like the color of his current glasses.
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