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Name Surname Class:

Date Evaluation

Signatures /
(Teacher) (Parent/E.E.)

1. Listen to three teenagers talking about the best thing about being their
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age and tick (✓) who says what.

Dina Caroline Roy

a. Teenage years bring confusion about the future.

b. School gives a unique environment for interaction and
connection with friends.
c. Being a teenager allows for genuine self-expression.
d. I navigate the complexities of being a teenager, from
worrying about grades to reflecting on the world problems.
e. It's a time to make decisions without strict parental rules.
f. There’s a lot waiting for me in the future.
(6 x 8p = 48p)

2. Listen to a dialogue between a 17-year-old teenager and a counsellor and

say whether the following statements are True (T) or False (F).
a. Sarah is stressed out because people want her to choose a good career. T F
b. The counsellor advises Sarah to concentrate on what she can T F
accomplish at the moment.
c. The best things in life are usually simple and easy. T F
d. Sarah should engage in challenging activities on purpose. T F
(4 x 6,5p = 26p)

3. Listen to the dialogue again and circle the correct word.

a. Sarah knows what she likes and what her abilities / interests are.
b. She shouldn’t worry too much about the present / future.
c. Making stuff, learning skills, going on adventures are experiences / references that will be valuable
in any future.
d. All the amazing things in life are easy / hard to accomplish.
(4 x 6,5p = 26p
 READING

1. Read the text carefully.

Chase Your Dreams

Hi teens! Most you have big dreams and aspirations. You want to change the world,
make a difference, or become somebody famous. While some adults may try to
discourage
you, telling you that your dreams are unrealistic or unattainable, it’s important for you
5 to
chase your dreams. There are several reasons why you should pursue your dreams, even
if they seem impossible.
First, it’s essential to have something to strive for in life. Dreams give you something
to work towards and a reason to keep going when things get tough.
10 Second, chasing dreams can help you develop important life skills. Pursuing your
dreams requires you to set goals, stay focused, and persevere through setbacks. These
are
skills that will be useful in any area of your life, whether you achieve your dream or not.
Third, even if you don’t achieve your specific dream, the process of chasing it can
15 lead to other opportunities and success. You may meet new people, learn new skills, and
discover new passions along the way.
You should be encouraged to have your own interests and dreams
because those of you who believe your future is bright are more
likely to avoid risky behaviour. Your creativity will increase if you
20 are encouraged to live in the moment and to express yourselves. Your
parents’ dreams of success, fame, or wealth cannot be imposed on you.
When they push their own wishes on you, it is very likely that you
will rebel or become apathetic. It is fine that they tell you about the
hard work ahead of you in pursuing your dreams, but they should
25 always remember to instill faith in you that you will succeed.
It’s fantastic to have a dream, but it won’t happen unless you
have specific goals in mind that outline how you’ll achieve it.
Make a detailed list of your dream, and then break it down
into smaller goals with deadlines. Set fun, attainable goals
and include specific measures to accomplish them.
[Link] (adapted; accessed in December 2023)
2. Match the words on the left with their opposites on the right.
a. discourage • • 1. soft, simple
b. unrealistic • • 2. advancements
c. important • • 3. support
d. tough • • 4. pointless
e. setbacks • • 5. possible
f. useful • • 6. irrelevant
(6 x 6p = 36p)

3. Find evidence in the text for the following statements.

a. Even if grown-up people say your dreams are impossible, you should try to follow them. (1st par.)
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b. Dreams provide you with a purpose and motivation to face challenging times. (2nd par.)
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c. Teens who are optimistic about their future tend to stay away from dangerous actions. (5th par.)
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d. Achieving a dream is unlikely without setting goals for how to make it a reality. (6th par.)
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(4 x 8p = 32p)

4. Choose the best option according to the text.

4.1 The author believes that
a. becoming famous is one of the top teens’ dreams.
b. pursuing dreams can help teens in hard times.
4.2 Chasing dreams leads teens
a. to improve important abilities.
b. to be confident.
4.3 Teens should
a. have the same dreams as their parents.
b. know about the difficulties they may find while chasing a dream.
4.4 To achieve a dream, the author suggests
a. writing it down.
 b. defining short objectives and time frames.
(4 x 8p = 32p)

USE OF LANGUAGE

1. Complete the tips with the words from the box.

journal vision goal guidance deadlines success

How to Stay Focused on Your Dreams

#1 Write down your dream:
Be as specific as possible. Give reasons why you want to reach this particular
a. ______________
and what you hope to get out of it. Start a b. ________________ to write in every day as you
achieve steps towards your larger goal.

#2 Create a c. ________________ board:

Use pictures and motivational words or statements to represent your dream. Add photographs
that make you think of your goals and future d. ________________.

#3 Break your goal into small steps and schedule e. ________________:

Use a calendar or planner to mark your due dates. Make sure these dates are realistic.

#4 Find a mentor:
The best way to reach your dreams is to get f. ________________ from someone who has
accomplished something similar.

[Link] (adapted; accessed in December 2023)

(6 x 4p = 24p)

2. Fill in the gaps with so, such a or such an.

a. I’ve been given _______________ incredible opportunity in my life.
b. It was _______________ stunning landscape that it was impossible not to take photos.
c. Jim ran _______________ quickly that he arrived before everyone else.
(3 x 4p= 12p)

3. Choose the correct option.

3.1 Ally is at school, ________________?
a. doesn’t she b. isn’t she

3.2 Pete and Ron won’t take part in the sports competition, ________________?
a. do they b. will they

3.3 The teacher doesn’t allow the use of mobile phones in class, ________________?
a. does she b. doesn’t she
(3 x 4p = 12p)
4. Match the sentence halves using a linking word of purpose.
a. Lana worked hard • • 1. they could be happy.
b. I need to talk with the
• • in order to • • 2. explain your point of view.
school counsellor
c. They broke up • • so that • • 3. succeed in her exams.
d. You need to phone John • • 4. she can give me some tips.
(4 x 4p = 16p)

5. Circle the correct option.

a. Have you seen ever such an amazed /amazing sunset?
b. I couldn’t help but be interested / interesting in what you were saying.
c. These years are so confused / confusing.
d. Why do you always look bored / boring when Dina is talking?
(4 x 2p = 8p)

6. Choose a prefix or a suffix from the box to add to the words in bold so as to complete
each sentence.

-ment im- dis- un-

a. She felt _____satisfied with the _____fashionable dress her parents bought her.
b. Hey, what’s all this excite_____ about? And why does everybody look so _____patient?
(4 x 7p = 28p)
 WRITING

You are going to write a film review to post on the

entertainment section of the Students’ Union webpage. Your
film review is about the new film that focuses on teen
issues. Use your imagination and follow this plan.
Write between 80-100 words.

____________________________ Title of the film

The film is_________________________ (a comedy, a musical,…)

Introduction
It takes place in_________________________________________ Mention the genre
_____________________________________________________ and the setting.

It tells the story of______________________________________

_____________________________________________________ Body
• Provide a summary of
_____________________________________________________ the plot.
The actor ______________ stars in the role of________________ • Present the actors and
their characters.
_____________________________________________________
• Mention your favourite
_____________________________________________________ scene.
_____________________________________________________ • Refer to the
soundtrack
_____________________________________________________

The film is so____________________________________ that I’d

recommend it to________________________________________ Conclusion
Give your overall opinion
_____________________________________________________
and recommendation.
_____________________________________________________

(200p)