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(1) The 8th of September marks a catastrophe in the

history of Morocco. In that day, an earthquake
struck the region of Alhouz , exactly in Ighil and other
regions like Chichaoua and Taroudant. The
Earthquake was of a magnitude of 6.8 on the Richter
scale. Only lasted for 20 seconds but was long
enough to destroy many houses and historical
monuments and to cost around 3000 victims and
5000 injuries. Alhouz Earthquake is considered the
strongest and most deadly in Moroccan history
since 1960. It was too strong that it was even felt in Spain and Algeria. WHO has estimated that
about 300 thousand people were affected by this disaster.
(2) Some of the regions which were damaged were located along difficult roads which made it
difficult for the rescuers and ambulances to reach the victims. As a result, many of the civilians
used their barre hands to dig the destroyed houses to rescue their family or neighbors. After some
days, the situation became even more challenging in some villages. People couldn’t receive any
help from the government due to the blockage of roads caused by landslides. That’s why people
were psychologically affected as they saw their family’s dead bodies but unable to bury them.
(3) Few days later, Morocco faced many difficulties
reaching and helping the survivors of the earthquake.
Civilians were in urgent need of basic supplies such as
food, tents, water, and clothes. For this reason, social
media played a huge role in spreading the news and their
needs. As a result, many famous influencers on TikTok
and Instagram worked together, using their fame, to help
people in dangerous situations. They informed their
followers about the voluntary work that they wanted to do.
Moroccan people showed a huge act of solidarity and
cooperation as they all helped with providing clothes, tents and other supplies needed.
(4) Fortunately, the situation got slightly better. What’s more, Muhammed 6 showed a strong
compassion towards his people when he donated his blood along with most of Moroccans
including the national team of Morocco. At the end of November, the king gave orders to provide
the affected people with financial assistance which reached 140 000 DH and 2500 dh monthly
for a year. This aid aims at helping them reconstruct their destroyed houses.
(5) This earthquake reminds us of the importance of cooperation between people and solidarity. The
entire world was shocked by how people in Morocco reacted and helped others in need.
Written by Sara English
COMPREHENSION: (15 POINTS)
BASE ALL YOUR ANSWERS ON THE TEXT.
A. ARE THESE STATEMENTS TRUE OR FALSE? JUSTIFY. (3pts)
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1. Despite its short duration, the earthquake caused significant damage to historical
monuments.
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2. Social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram were primarily used for entertainment
purposes after the earthquake.
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3. The government provided financial assistance for all its poor citizens.
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B. ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS: (4pts)
1. How did the blockage of roads due to landslides aggravate the situation in some villages?
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2. What role did social media play in aiding earthquake survivors?
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3. How did the king show his compassion for the victims?
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4. What is the estimated financial assistance given to the survivors of the earthquake
monthly.
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C. COMPLETE THE SENTENCES WITH INFORMATION FROM THE TEXT. (2pts)
1. The earthquake destroyed many houses and cost more than 2000 victims although. . . . . . .
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2. The king provided the affected people with financial assistance for the purpose of. . . . . . . .
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D. PICK OUT FROM THE TEXT SENTENCES OF PHRASES WHICH SHOW THAT. (2pts)
1. Morocco hasn't experienced an earthquake of this magnitude in decades (Paragraph1):
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2. The impact of social media was huge and important. (Paragraph3):
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E. FIND IN THE TEXT WORDS OR PHRASES WHICH ALMOST MEAN THE SAME AS. (2pts)
1. Fatal (paragraph 1): . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2. Celebrity (paragraph3): . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
F. WHAT DO THE UNDERLINED WORDS IN THE TEXT REFER TO? (2pts)
1. The disaster (paragraph 1): . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2. The king (paragraph4): . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
LANGUAGE (15 POINTS)
A. GIVE THE CORRECT FORM OF THE WORDS IN BRACKETS. (2 pts)
1. The company's (employ). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . policies promote diversity and
inclusion.
2. Access to clean water is essential for (sustain) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .development in rural
areas.
B. FILL IN THE BLANKS WITH THE CORRECT WORDS FROM THE LISTS. (4 pts)
1. The new policy has . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . significant changes in the company's
operations.
Brought out - brought about - came across
2. The government is making great efforts to survive water. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Efficiency - lack - shortage - pollution - present
3. The student . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . grades are below the average, has a lot of family problems.
Who - whom - whose
4. Students. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . use Artificial Intelligence in the classroom because it will
hinder their sense of creativity and problem-solving skills.
Must - mustn’t - can
C. PUT THE VEBRS IN BRACKETS IN THE CORRECT FORM. (2 pts)
1. If I had enough time, I (help). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . you write the report.
2. I (work) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .as an assistance in a private school before I became its
director.
3. In two weeks’ time, I (finish) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . my project.
4. He insisted on (go). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . to the party despite feeling unwell.
D. REWRITE THE FOLLOIWNG SENTENCES AS SUGGESTED. (3pts)
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1. The local authorities are making great efforts to maintain green spaces in the region.
Great efforts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2. ‘’You should participate in public speaking to build your self-confidence.”
My teacher advised me. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3. Although Rachid is an engineer, he struggles with managing his finances.
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E. E. CHOOSE THE MOST APPROPRIATE RESPONSE. (2 pts)
1. John: I think we should consider alternative solutions to the problem.
Mary: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
a. You are right b. I am sorry. c. Thank you for your understanding.
2. Your friend: Guess what? I got accepted into my dream university!
You: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
a. I am good. b. Yes, it is. c. I am happy for you.
F. COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING CONVERSATION APPROPRIATELY. (2 pts)
Your neighbor: I'm having trouble sleeping at night. (Complains about noise coming from your
apartment) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
You: (respond to this complaint) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Your neighbor: Thank you.
WRITING (10 POINTS): DO TASK 1 AND TASK 2
TASK 1. Complete the following paragraph. (4pts)
If I had a chance to live abroad, I would choose to live in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I like this
place for the following reasons. First, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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TASK 2. (6 pts)

Many students tend to use ChatGPT when doing research, their homework, or presentations.

Write an article to be published in your e-magazine about the advantages and disadvantages of this
technology.

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