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Test 01: This section involves matching captions with images and selecting the correct options based on given scenarios.
Test 03: Questions focusing on language usage and understanding by filling in blanks with appropriate words.
Test 05: Reading comprehension exercises related to a text about kangaroos, including table completion.
Test 07: A comprehension test focused on understanding and analyzing a text passage about a grandfather's influence.
Test 08: Writing prompts for paragraphs on personal topics, encouraging creative thinking.
Test 09: Comprehension questions testing understanding of a narrative involving adventure and discovery.
Test 11: Language exercises involving filling in blanks with appropriate words from a given list.
Test 13: Exercises focused on matching descriptions with story titles, enhancing comprehension skills.
Test 14: Writing exercises asking for letters and descriptions based on given prompts.
Test 15: A comprehension test analyzing a passage with questions focused on detail recall and inference.
Test 16: Essay prompts encouraging detailed exploration on various topics for student expression.
Test 01 (Second Paper): The second paper begins with a comprehension and vocabulary test, focusing on contextual understanding.
Test 03: Picture-based vocabulary exercise aiming to fill in blanks with suitable terms.
Test 05: Sequential dialogue and agenda planning exercises to encourage organizational writing.
Test 07: Comprehension test about personal situations combined with language exercise of paragraph writing.
Test 09: A second paper narrative comprehension test with multiple choice and descriptive writing tasks.
Test 11: Language exercises involving sentence completion and narrative continuity based on prescribed structure.
Test 13: Multiple-choice comprehension tasks based on narrative and informational content.
Test 15: Expanded comprehension challenge focusing on detailed understanding and application.
Test 01 (Third Paper): The third paper initiates tasks covering comprehension, language use, and written expression.
Test 03: Descriptive and corrective language exercises, instructing on filling blanks and composing dialogue.
Test 05: Sequential reading comprehension focused on textual interpretation and analysis.
Test 07: Comprehension assessment involving narrative understanding and reflective writing.
Test 09: Vocabulary selection and narrative comprehension, testing the understanding of context and inference.
Test 11: Filling blanks with language segments based on guided narrative and context cues.
Test 13: Task-driven exercises exploring language phenomena and mistake identification.
Test 15: Extended comprehension tasks to enhance discernment and evaluative reading skills.
Test 01 (Fourth Paper): The fourth paper opens with language and comprehension tasks assessing vocabulary and narrative skills.
Test 03: Picture-based assignments asking for descriptive completions and understanding.
Test 05: Narrative comprehension elements requiring contextual inference and answer precision.

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Paper I
Total
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS ON THIS PAPER ITSELF.
For
 Test 01 examiner's
use only
Match the captions with the pictures given. Write the letter of the most suitable picture against
each caption. The first one is done for you. (1×5 marks)
Pictures

Q. 1
1×

Total
(a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f)
5
Captions Pictures
1 Plant a tree and watch it grow. (c)
2 Close the tap, when not in use.
3 Save rain water.
4 Sort and recycle your waste.
5 Turn off the lights, when you leave a room.
6 Use a reusable bag for shopping.

 Test 02

Fill in the blanks in the following dialogue. Use the words given in the box. Write the letter of the
correct word in the space given. The first one is done for you. (1×5 marks)
Kavi : What are you doing Ama?
Ama : I'm (1)....................(c)....................in my journal. (a) often
(b) different
Kavi : Interesting! How (2)....................do you do that?
(c) writing
Ama : Well, I always write something before I go to bed. (d) surprised
Kavi : And you sometimes write (3)....................the day, too (e) during
like what you’re doing now. (f) their
Ama : That’s right. Are you (4)....................? Q. 2
Kavi : A little bit. People are usually on (5)....................smartphones and laptops
1×
nowadays. I seldom see anyone writing in a journal.
Ama : I guess I’m (6)...................., but you probably knew that already. Total

Kavi : Very funny. You might be a little strange, but in a good way. 5
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 Test 03

Underline the most suitable word to fill in each blank. The first one is done for you. (1×5 marks)

Lisa and her husband Derick are a creative couple. Together, they (1)...................(writes/
write/writing) and make interesting films about animals in the world. They love to
(2)................... (explore /exploring/ explored) different parts of the world and the result is 22
films, 10 books and many articles! They (3)...................(has been/have been /had been) in the
film industry for more than 10 years. By now, they (4)................... (won/ win/have won) many
Q. 3
local and international awards for their creations. “Making films (5)...................(is / are /were)
an adventure for us. It is also a way of helping the endangered animals,” said Derick at a recent 1×

interview. A few years ago, they (6)...................(start/ were starting/started) a special fund called, Total

‘The Big Cats Fund’ to help the animals they love and now they are helping the lions and the 5
other animals.

 Test 04
Study the picture given below. Fill in the blanks in the paragraph using the words given in the
box. Write the letter of the correct word in the blank. The first one is done for you. (1×5 marks)

(a) window
(b) comfortably
(c) family
(d) eating
(e) short
(f) headphones
(g) seats
(h) striped
(i) passengers
(j) opposite
(k) baggage

This picture shows a scene in a train. There are two sets of (1)........(g)...........in this compartment.
They are fixed (2)...................to each other. The six (3)...................in the compartment look like
the members of the same (4)...................They have kept their (5)...................on the racks above
their seats. The (6)...................haired girl seated near the (7)...................is reading a book while
the girl next to her seems to be listening to music, wearing (8)...................The girl seated next Q. 4
to them is (9)...................something. The man wearing a (10)...................shirt is checking time. 1×
The family seems to be travelling (11)...................and peacefully.
Total

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 Test 05

Read the text and complete the table given below. The first one is done for you. (1×5 marks)

Kangaroos are the symbol of Australia. One of the most distinctive features of the Kangaroos is
the way they walk – they hop, balancing their body with their tail. This allows them to reach a
maximum speed of 55 km/h, although the most comfortable speed for a Kangaroo is around 25
km/h. The biggest kangaroos can leap to almost 8 meters with one leap. Kangaroos are usually
between 3-7 feet in height. They can weigh up to approximately 200 pounds.

Kangaroos are marsupials. Like other marsupials females have a permanent pouch for raising the
baby kangaroos called as joeys. At birth, a joey is the size of a jelly bean! It is only about 2cm
long and weighs less than a gram. All kangaroos are herbivores grazing mainly on grass but some
on moss, fungi and shrubs. Generally, kangaroos are active at night and during periods of low
light, but it is quite possible to find them out in the open in bright sunlight. Kangaroos are social
creatures and they live in groups called mobs, troops or courts.
Q. 5
1. the way kangaroos move hop 1×
2. the comfortable speed of kangaroos
Total

3. a feature of marsupials 5
4. the baby kangaroos are called
5. the birth weight of a baby kangaroo
6. the time that they become active

 Test 06

You received the following note from your friend Sithija. (1×5 marks)

Read it and write a reply. Include the following. Use about 40 - 50 words.

o Thank Sithija for the invitation.

o Say that you are willing to join.
o Ask when and where to meet Sithija.
o Say that you will bring the camera.

Saveen,
We are going to see the cricket match tomorrow. Do you like to come?
Please inform. Can you bring your camera?
Sithija

 Test 07

Read the following text and underline the correct answer. (1×5 marks)
My grandfather is still in my memory as my close companion in my childhood. Though we
spent time enjoying nature at the river bank or at a nearby paddy field, the wooden bench
under the mango tree was our favorite spot. Sitting on the wooden bench while listening to
grandfather’s stories was what I liked most as a kid.
5 One sunny day, my grandfather gave me a kite. "Hold it steady, kiddo," he said with a smile.
We spent hours, letting the colorful kite dance high above the sky. Until that very day, I had
never flown a kite. Those days were easy and happy, full of simple fun. Another day, while
we two were sitting together, I turned to him and asked, "Grandfather, what game did you
like best?" He grinned, "Hide-and-seek by the old tamarind tree. Trying to find the best
10 hiding spot was so exciting!"
Curious, I asked for more stories about his time as a kid. Leaning closer, he said, "Once,
we made a raft and sailed down the river. Water splashed us, and we felt so brave." His
stories painted a picture of a time long ago, and I couldn't help but be amazed by all his cool
adventures.
15 As the sun set, grandfather’s voice grew softer, but his stories continued. “I remember fishing
with my pals at the nearby pond,” he said. I listened, captivated by his words. “Those were
the times when life was simple and every day held a new adventure.”
I smiled, imagining a younger version of my grandfather, full of energy and enthusiasm. His
stories made me feel like I was right there with him, experiencing the magic of those good
20 old days. As the stars began to twinkle in the sky, I realized that these stories were treasured
to be cherished, a connection to a past that shaped a person my grandfather had become.

1. The speaker recalls....................................first experience in flying kites.

(a) his grandparent’s (b) his grandfather’s (c) his own
2. What was their favorite spot?
(a) nearby paddy field
(b) the wooden bench under the mango tree
(c) at the river bank
3. His grandfather liked....................................as a kid.
(a) listening to stories (b) flying kites (c) playing hide and seek
4. The word 'captivated' in line 16 means ;
(a) excited (b) fascinated (c) shocked
Q. 4
5. What made the speaker smile?
(a) recalling grandfather’s stories 1×
(b) imagining grandfather’s youth Total
(c) recalling the childhood games
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 Test 08

Write a paragraph on one of the following topics. Use about 50-60 words. (1×5 marks)

(a) The person I admire the most

(b) The game I like very much

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Paper II
Total
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS ON THIS PAPER ITSELF.
For
 Test 09 examiner's
use only
Read the text and underline the most suitable word given within brackets. (1×5= 5 marks)

That day, even the weather turned to be a blessing for the young hikers. It perfectly matched

with their idea of (1)........................(explore / exploring / exploration) the beautiful nature.

So, the boys started their (2)........................(hiked/ hikers / hike) very happily. They were full Q. 9
1×
of (3)........................(excited/ exciting / excitement) as they moved ahead through the dense
Total
forest. Throughout the day, the boys learned about nature, explored new places and most
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(4)........................(important / importantly / importance) strengthened their friendship. The photos

taken during the hike displayed the (5)........................(joy / joyful / joyfully) of their unforgettable

experience.

 Test 10

Raju met his friend Arjun who has been selected for the junior cricket team. The following are the
questions Raju asked to get some information. Write them in the indirect speech.
(1×5= 5 marks)
1. Raju: Who will train you?
Raju asked his friend Arjun ................................................
2. Raju: When are you starting practices?
Raju asked his friend Arjun ...............................................
3. Raju: Who is the coach?
Raju asked his friend Arjun ...............................................
4. Raju: Practice well. Q. 10
Raju advised Arjun ............................................................. 1×
5. Raju: Do not neglect studies.
Total
Raju advised Arjun .............................................................
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 Test 11

Fill in the blanks with the words given in the box. There is one extra word.
(1/2 ×14=7 marks)
each are memories a they their and sense

collect tiny just to the stamps though

Collecting stamps in Sri Lanka is a cherished tradition. Sri Lankans of all ages (1)........................

stamps with great enthusiasm. (2)........................stamp collectors enjoy showing (3)........................

albums filled with stamps. (4)........................like to share the (5)........................and stories
associated with (6)........................stamp in their collection. (7)........................have been recognized
not (8)........................as a hobby. They (9)........................also a good way (10)........................ Q. 11
1×
celebrate our country’s identity. (11)........................they are simple and (12)........................ 2
in size, they carry (13)........................powerful message with a (14)........................of pride. Total

Therefore, each stamp can be considered as a visual story which holds a special place in the 7

hearts of people.

 Test 12

The following is a part of Sanka’s speech he made after winning the Young Artists’ Award at an
international art competition. Fill in each blank selecting the most suitable word from the box.
(1×5=5marks)

although, as, however, whenever, when

“I can’t believe that I’m standing here today, holding this award. (1)........................I first entered
this competition, I never thought I’d come this far. (2)........................ with a lot of practice
and patience, I managed to create something I’m proud of. I put my heart into my artwork
(3)........................I paint. (4)........................my journey was tough at times, I never gave it up. I
kept myself pushing to improve (5)........................it was my passion. I just want to say thank you
to all who supported me to become who I am today.”

Q. 12
1×

Total

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 Test 13

Read the following short descriptions of children’s novels. Match them with the interests of the
five readers given below. Write the correct letter of the title in the box. (1×5= 5 marks)

Descriptions of Story Books

A. Quest for the Lost Treasure B. Echoes from the Past

This is a thrilling tale of courage and This is an interesting non-fiction which
discovery. In the story, a team of young immerses the readers in the rich tapestry
explorers navigate mysterious landscapes, of bygone eras. The story takes the readers
solve ancient puzzles and face unexpected on a journey to the past through a series of
challenges to find a long lost treasure. The incidents that happened long time ago and
vivid descriptions and realistic characters connect them with the present. The readers
fill the narrative with suspense, action and a can easily visualize the proud history and
sense of danger. feel the courage and unity of our ancestors.

D. The Mess Up
C. The Magic Castle
This is the perfect choice for you to
This is an ideal book for those who love
release your stress and burst into laughter.
spellbinding narratives. The two main
In the story, you meet Mr. Chuckle who Q. 13
characters; a young prince and a fairy take
always messes up everything. His comical
the readers to a world of enchantment and 1×
misadventures blend with wit and absurdity
mythical wonders while navigating the
turning the tale into an interesting narrative.
secrets and challenges of a castle brimming Total
with magic.
5

E. Galactic Odyssey
Be ready to blast off into the cosmos with the gripping
narrative ‘Galactic Odyssey’. This fiction takes the readers
into the wonders of space while letting them join the crew
on a journey filled with danger, discovery and boundless
wonders of the universe.

Interests of the readers Title of the

book
1. Theekshana has a vibrant sense of humour and she loves reading
stories that feature comedic characters and amusing situations.
2. Nisali is interested in reading non-fiction stories about the past to
understand how past events shape our future.
3. Rajan loves reading fictions about teenagers’ adventures which are full
of excitement, thrill and unpredictable scenarios.
4. Marvan is interested in reading fictions about the adventures which
mix reality with imagination and specially the tales beyond our planet.
5. Roshi enjoys reading fantasy stories which offer her a break from the
ordinary world and immerse her in a magical world.

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 Test 14

(a) You are the Secretary of the Sports Club in your school. You have organized a Certificate
Awarding Ceremony to appreciate the achievements of the winners of the Provincial Level
Competitions. Write a letter inviting a popular sportsman/ sports woman as the Chief Guest
of the ceremony. Use about 100 words.
Include the following.
• date, time and the venue
• request to make a speech
• Ask for the acceptance of the invitation
OR
(b) The following pie chart shows the leisure time activities of the residents of Isuru Uyana.
Study it and write a description about it. Use about 100 words.
You may use the following words /phrases in your description. Highest percentage, lowest
percentage, more than, less than, equal

Read the following text and answer the questions given below.

(1) Flying kites is a timeless and common outdoor activity. These lightweight wonders have
been captivating people across cultures for centuries. A colourful kite dancing in the sky
adds a touch of magic to our outdoor entertainment. People enjoy flying kites irrespective
of their age.
(2) Kites are typically made of paper or plastic. They come in various shapes and sizes, making
each kite unique and interesting. To fly a kite, you need a bit of wind, a long string and an
open space. When the wind catches the kite it lifts into the sky, swaying gracefully with the
breeze. Holding onto the string allows you to guide the kite's movements making it climb
higher or perform fun tricks.
(3) Kite flying is often a social activity that brings people together. Families, friends and
communities gather in open fields or parks bringing their kites to join in the fun of flying
kites. It's a wonderful way to spend quality time together outdoors. Making kites and flying
kites are aften done as collaborative efforts. Both activities are wonderful team building
experiences for all involved.
(4) People fly kites for many different reasons. For some adults, it's a nostalgic activity that takes
them back to childhood. Competitive flying kites has become a popular sport in different
parts of the world.
(5) Many entertainment options in the modern world come with an expensive price tag.
However, kite flying stands as a cost effective form of entertainment. This simple outdoor
activity offers people a refreshing escape from their stressful life style.

(1) Say whether the following statements are True or False. Put a () in the relevant column.

True False

1. People of all ages enjoy flying kites.

2. All kites are not lightweight.

3. People fly kites only for the thrill of competition.

4. Flying kites is a way of spending time together.

(1/2×4=2 marks)
Underline the correct answer for questions 2,3 and 4 from the options given for each of them.
(1×3 = 3marks)

(2) What do you need to fly a kite?

(a) previous experience
(b) wind and a long string
(c) families and friends

(3) What controls the direction of a kite?

(a) the wind
(b) the shape of the kite
(c) the person holding the string
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(4) Choose the most appropriate subtitle for the 4th paragraph.

(a) Why people like flying kites

(b) How to fly a kite
(c) Low cost entertainment

(5) Find a word/phrase from the passage that is closest in meaning to each of the following.
Write them below.

(a) unlike anything else (paragraph 1) .......................................... Q. 15

1-
(b) a sudden feeling of excitement and pleasure (paragraph 4) .......................................... 2-
(1×2 =2marks) 3-
4-
(6) Find the most suitable sentence from the passage that describes the movement of a kite 5-
Write it below. 6-
Total
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 Test 16

Write on one of the following topics. Use about 200 words. (15 marks)

(a) Write an article to a school magazine on 'Importance of the Historical Places in Sri Lanka'
Include the following.

 A few places of historical value - Anurdhapura, Polonnaruwa

 Things that can be seen – ruins, temples, paintings and statues, tanks
 Importance - attract tourists, strengthen the economy
 How to protect these places – awareness programmes, changing attitudes, laws

(b) A speech you would make in the morning assembly on ‘Importance of Water’. Include the
following:

 Why it is important – for survival, as a vital resource, importance of it for different

fields, scarcity of drinking water
 Water conservation – responsible usage in daily life, how people waste, tips on how
children can prevent wastage of water at home and school
 Responsibilities – request others to prevent water pollution, make community aware

(c) Write an essay on ‘Good Food Habits’. Include the following:

 A few food habits (not skipping any meal, eating homemade food, avoid eating fast
food, taking fresh fruits and vegetables)
 Importance of good food habits (to be healthy and strong, prevent falling sick, attend
school regularly, etc.)
 Value of good food habits for life

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(d) Sarith and Kevin are friends. They are talking about their preparation and feelings about the
term test.

Complete the dialogue between them.

Sarith : Hey, Kevin! The term test is just around the corner. How’s your preparation?

Kevin: Honestly, I’m a bit nervous.

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Paper I
Total
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS ON THIS PAPER ITSELF.
For
 Test 01 examiner's
use only
Complete the dialogue between Maneesha and Jani. Use the words given in the box. Write the
correct letter of the word in the blank. The first one is done for you. (1 × 5 = 5 marks)

(a) stall (b) vegetables (c) medicine (d) bus (e) house (f) bicycle

Maneesha : Hello, Jani. Good morning. Where are you going? Q. 1

Jani : Hello, good morning. 1×
I'm going to the market to buy some (1).......b..............
Maneesha : We buy them from the (2).................... nearby. Total
Do you go to the market often? 5
Jani : Yes. It is not far from my (3)....................
Maneesha : Do you always go on your (4)....................to the market?
Jani : Yes. It’s convenient for me. By the way,where are you going?
Maneesha : I am going to the pharmacy to buy some (5).................... for my mother
and I have been waiting here for a long time for a (6)....................
Jani : Ok. Then I will make a move. See you on Monday.

 Test 02

Fill in the blanks in the following invitation using the words given in the box. Write the letter of
the correct word in the space given. The first one is done for you.

'Invitation'
The Arts and Crafts Club of a. students
Parakum Maha Vidyalaya b. inviting
(1.)..........e..........immense pleasure in (2.)................. c. school
all the (3.).................to d. onwards
e. takes
the Art Exhibition (4.).................by the Club.
f. organized
It will be held on the 10th March 2024 Q. 2
from 9.00 a.m. (5.)................. 1×
in the (6.).................main hall.
Total
Organizing Committee
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 Test 03

Study the picture and fill in the blanks using the words given in the box. Write the letter of the
correct word in the blank. The first one is done for you.

(a) ball
(b) birds
(c) dog
(d) flying
(e) hiding
(f) people
(g) pond
(h) riding
(i) tree
(j) mat
(k) windy

This is a picture of a park. There are many (1.) …f…… engaged in different activities. There is a

(2)..........................and some ducks are swimming in it. Two children are playing with a
Q. 3
(3).......................... and a boy is (4)..........................a kite. It seems a (5)..........................
1×
day. There is a big (6)..........................in one corner of the park and two children are
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(7)..........................behind it. There are two people lying on a (8)..........................nearby. Another 5
two people are walking with a (9)..........................There is a man (10)..........................a bicycle

on the path. There are some (11)..........................flying in the sky. It seems a pleasant day to play

and relax.

 Test 04

Each underlined word in the following story is incorrect. Write the correct word in the space
provided. The first one is done for you.

On a hot summer day, a lion started feeling hungry. saw

(1) ................................
He thought of hunting for food when he (1) sees a
rabbit. But, instead of (2) catch the rabbit, the lion let it (2) ................................
go – "A little rabbit like this cannot satisfy my (3) hungry," (3) ................................
said the lion. At that time, a beautiful deer passed by and
(4) ................................
he decided to take (4) him chance. The lion ran and ran
after the deer. But, since he (5) is weak due to hunger, he (5) ................................
struggled to keep up with the deer's speed. Exhausted (6) Q. 4
(6) ................................
but defeated, the lion went back to his den.
1×

Total

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 Test 05

Read the following dialogue and complete the agenda given below. Select suitable words or
phrases from the dialogue. The first one is done for you.
Sheron :
Hello, Minoj. Good morning. Did you come yesterday?
Minoj :
Yes, but I missed some of the items. Did it start on time?
Sheron :
Yes, the chief guest came on time and we were able to start at 3.00.
Minoj :
Oh, really !
Sheron :
After the welcome speech, there was a group song.
Minoj :
I came at 4.30 and it was the tea break.
Sheron :
So, you have missed mine, the fourth item.
Minoj :
Oh ! I am really sorry. What was your item?
Sheron :
It was a solo singing. The next was the magic show. It was amazing. You had missed
that too.
Minoj : Yes, it was just before the tea break. But I enjoyed the drama a lot. It started at 4.45.
Sheron : What about the next item, the band show?
Minoj : It was fantastic! Everybody enjoyed it. The last item, 'Sing Along' was a great one to
end the event.
Q. 5
Mathugama MV Variety Entertainment Show
23. 12. 2023 1×
Agenda
Total

3.00 pm (1) Ushering the guests 5

3.15 pm (2) …………………….
3.30 pm (3) Group song
3.45 pm (4) …………………….
4.00 pm (5) Magic show
4.30 pm (6) ……………………..
4.45 pm (7) …………………….
5.30 pm (8) …………………….
6.00 pm (9) Sing Along

 Test 06

Your class teacher informed you about a seminar which will be conducted for the O/L students
of your class. Write a note to your friend who was absent, informing it. Use about 40 – 50 words.
Include : date, time and venue
the subject of the seminar
ask him/ her to participate
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 Test 07

Read the following text and underline the correct answer.

The most emotional day of school I've ever experienced was the last day of grade five. I came to
school thinking it would just be another normal last day of school. It turned out to be the complete
opposite. The thought of not seeing friends and teachers again was very saddening. This caused
an endless amount of tears to come out of everybody's eyes, including our teachers! This went on
for about an hour after the morning assembly till the interval and even during the interval, there
were still many students crying. After the interval there was the farewell party. All the grade five
students were meant to dance to music for the last part of the party, but I didn't know how we
were possibly going to do it in the state we were all in. All of a sudden, the music started and
everybody's face just lit up and we sprang into action. It was perfect. The entire crowd loved it.
The bell rang and that's when all the crying started again. There were probably only a handful of
kids, including myself, whose faces didn't look miserable though I wasn't crying I still felt very
sad because two of my best friends were going to another school. All the crying had eventually
stopped at around 3 o’ clock and everybody went home. I always hated primary school, but now
I wish I was back there with all my friends playing cricket with not a worry in the world.

1. What caused an endless tears to the students?

(a) not being able to see the writer’s friends Q. 7
(b) not being able to see the writer’s teachers 1×
(c) not being able to see the writer’s friends and teachers
Total
2. When was the dance scheduled to be held?
(a) in the last part of the assembly 5
(b) in the last part of the party
(c) soon after the interval
3. What happened when the music started?
(a) They started crying again. (b) They started to dance. (c) They were shocked.
4. What did they do after 3 o’ clock?
(a) played cricket (b) got back together (c) went home
5. What does the word 'miserable' mean, according to the narrator?
(a) hate (b) unhappy (c) happy

 Test 08

Write a paragraph on any one of the following topics. Use about 50 to 60 words. (5 marks)
(a) Your plans for the next vacation (b) Value of friends
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Paper II
Total
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS ON THIS PAPER ITSELF.
For
 Test 09 examiner's
use only
Read the text and underline the most suitable word given within brackets. The first one is done
for you.

My childhood home was an old Victorian house with white shutters and a wraparound porch that
overlooked the sprawling fields of wild flowers and grass. The old (1)..................................[(a)
wooded (b) wood (c) wooden] deck I used to play on had faded over the years. The backyard was Q. 9

my favorite place (2)..................................[(a) explore (b) explored (c) to explore.] I could spend 1×

days (3)..................................[(a) playing (b) played (c) play] in the tall grass and chasing fireflies Total

around at night. There were so many different creatures to uncover in the tall grass. I would spend 5
hours playing hide-and-seek with my siblings in the backyard. Even when it was too
(4).................................[(a) cold (b) colder (c) coldest] outside to play, we'd find a way to make an
(5)..................................[(a) adventurous (b) adventure (c) adventurously] out of everyday life by
creating our own games and rules. The backyard was also a heaven for my (6)..............................
[(a) imagine (b) imagination (c) imagined).] I would spend hours dreaming up stories and playing
pretend, creating characters and worlds that only existed in my mind.

 Test 10

Read the dialogue between a book seller and a customer given below, and fill in the blanks with
the correct form of the verb given within brackets.

Book seller : Good morning! Can I help you?

Customer : I want to buy some books. Have you (1.).......................(get) any new arrivals?
Book seller : Yes, there are many. These days I (2.).......................(read) this one.
Customer : Let me see it. It seems good! When was it (3.).......................(publish)?
Book seller : Last week. Fifty copies (4.).......................(receive) to us. Now we have only this. Q. 10
Customer : I need three copies of this book. 1×
Book seller : Ok. Three copies (5.).......................(reserve) for you. Please come next week. Total

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 Test 11

Fill in the blanks with the words given in the box. There is one extra word.

anger, danger, just, man, missed, other, parking, people

really, ruined, slammed, smiled, suddenly, us, yelling

One day, I hopped in a taxi and we took off for the airport. We were driving in the right lane
when (1)..........................a car jumped out of a (2)..........................lot right in front of us. My
taxi driver (3)..........................on his brakes, skidded and (4)..........................the other car by
(5)..........................inches! The driver of the (6)..........................car looked angrily and started
(7)..........................at us. My taxi driver just (8)..........................and waved at the (9)..........................
and I mean he was (10)..........................friendly. So I asked, “How could you just smile? This
man almost (11)..........................your car and sent (12)..........................to the hospital!” Then
he explained that many (13)..........................run around with full of (14)..........................and
disappointment. So he asked me not to take it personally. He said “Just smile, wave, wish them
Q. 11
well, and move on. Don’t take their anger to other people at work, at home or on the streets.”
1×

 Test 12 Total

5
Rusith is talking about his future plans. Report what he has uttered on the given space. The first
one is done for you.

Rusith: "My future plan is to be an astronaut".

1. Rusith said that his future plan was to be an astronaut.

Rusith: “I am reading books and articles about astronomy".

2. He said that ………………………………………………………………..

Rusith: “Last week, I read an interesting story about an astronaut".

3. He said that …………………… …………………………………………...

Rusith: "My brother has shared some links to learn more about it".

4. He said that ……………………………………………………………………...

Rusith: "I will go to Himeth's house tomorrow, to see a film on the life in space".

5. He said that ……………………………………………………………………….

Q. 12
Rusith: “I can give you some fictions of space travelling". 1×
6. He said that …………………………………………………………………… Total

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 Test 13
Read the different types of tourist destinations. Match them with the descriptions given below
them. Write the correct letter of the tourist destination in the box given against each description.
Tourist Destinations

A. Towns and Cities B. Secluded Beach Areas

One of the reasons for the popularity is Secluded beach areas are generally not
accessibility. Typically, large towns and cities developed areas and there are not many
are well connected. Many low-cost transport people nearby. The transport network is
facilities are there. Towns and cities attract not well developed and it is not easy for
many different types of tourists because there tourists to reach the area. The areas may
is something to suit everyone. be protected areas. Many people search for
secluded beaches because they wish to enjoy
un-spoilt beaches and to get away from the
crowds.

C. Mountain Areas D. Forests

There are many different activities that you There are forests all over the world, although
can do in the mountains, such as mountain the flora and fauna differ according to the
climbing, hiking, skiing, horse riding, quad geographical location, they share one thing
biking and more. The activities available to in common- trees! Many tourists choose to
tourists depend on the season, the altitude travel to forest areas.
and the weather.

E. Islands
Islands are land masses that are surrounded by water. They
are separated from the mainland. As a result, islands have
long coastlines. Many islands are lined with beaches. Some
of these are tropical, with soft sands and warm waters. Others
may boast temperate climates, pebbled beaches, cliffs edges
and rock faces.

1. Hiran likes to travel to isolated places from main lands where he can
walk from one end to the other in just a few minutes. He likes to feel
the softest sand beneath his feet.

2. Manoj is a very active person, who is always in search of an adventure.

The vigorous physical activities are not difficult for him.

3. Sahan likes places where often have few or no amenities-no place to

buy water or food, no one to talk to. For him, that’s the all part of the fun.

4. Kaveesha likes to spend her days amongst the nature, watching the
humming birds, looking for sloths and taking gentle walks through
Q. 13
trees and bushes.
1×
5. Neena loves the hustle and bustle, walking through the dirty crowded
roads, enjoying shopping and the delicious street food. Total

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 Test 14
Write a letter to one of your friends describing a festival you have celebrated recently. Use about
100 words. Include the following: (10 marks)
 what the festival is, when and with whom you celebrated
 what you saw
 what you did
 how you felt

Or
The following bar graph shows the musical instruments, the grade 11 students of Mahasen
Vidyalaya like to play. Write a description about it. Use about 100 words. The following words
will help you.

most, equal, least, more popular, less than, less popular

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 Test 15
Read the following text and answer the questions given below.

Collections

1. People all over the world collect things for a hobby. Collecting things can be an interesting
pastime; in some cases, it can be very profitable. People who collect particular things have
special names. For example, a person who collects stamps is called philatelist.
2. Over the past few centuries people have collected strange things. From very small beginnings,
some collections have grown so big that they are now housed in museums.
It can take years to build up a worthwhile and valuable collection. Collections are built up
in a number of ways. A young collector might begin a collection with a few photographs
or pictures of a chosen subject. Then at a later stage, and if there is room to keep them, the
collector might obtain some objects and models.
3. Have you ever seen a collection of butterflies or moths? Collectors of small insects try to
find species which are rare. On being found they are captured and preserved. Only the best
samples are kept. Butterflies and moths belong to a family of insects known as Lepidoptera.
There are over 1000000 species of Lepidoptera in the world. How long would it take to make
a complete collection?
4. Antiques are objects that are at least 100 years old. Collecting antiques can be an expensive
hobby, but collectors do not lose their money. Do you know why? It is because antiques
usually go up in value as they get older. One of the benefits of the antique collecting is that
many ancient objects are preserved and looked after. Sometimes it is disappointing to know
that some objects become hidden away and are never seen by the public.
5. Memorabilia consists of objects which bring back memories of the past. They are items that
may have been used by our parents and grandparents. Many people collect such objects
because they like to be reminded of a particular way of life or time in history. Personal
memorabilia are called souvenirs. These are special items bought at a particular place one has
visited. Souvenirs might include photographs, postcards, local crafts, mugs and badges.

1. State whether the following statements are True or False by putting a tick in the relevant
column. (2 marks)

True False
i. Collectors are called philatelists.
ii. Some collections are big enough to store in museums.
iii. Models can be seen in some collections.
iv. Collectors like to have butterflies but not moths.

2. Underline the phrase that is closest in meaning to the following. (2 marks)

i. 'worthwhile' in paragraph 2 means
a. after sometimes c. valuable
b. unimportance d. importance

ii. 'captured' in paragraph 3 means

a. expressed c. uncontrolled
b. took by force d. gave away
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3. Write the word in paragraph 6 that is similar in meaning to ‘failing to fulfil someone's
hopes’. (1 mark)

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4. What do the following words in the text refer to? (1mark)

Write your answers in the space given.
i. ‘they’ in paragraph 2 …………………………………
ii. ‘they’ in paragraph 4 ………………………………….

5. Which of the following describes the steps involved in collecting insects?

Underline the answer. (1 mark)
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a. find the rare insects, preserve them, capture them, select the best ones
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b. find the rare insects, select the best ones, capture them, preserve them 2-
c. find the rare insects, capture them, preserve them, select the best ones 3-
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6. Underline the sentence which is not relevant for the above text. (1 mark)
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a. It is about a type of hobby. Total

b. It is about collecting different things. 8

c. It is about how to collect stamps.

 Test 16

Write on one of the following. Use about 150 – 200 words.

a. Write an article to the school magazine on 'Let's re-cycle for a better tomorrow'. Include:
 what re-cycle means – (process- converting waste material, new objects or materials)
 the things that can be re-cycled and how it is done – (ex. garbage, plastic, polythene,
glass, paper, metal – collect, sort out, clean, process, make new objects or materials)
 benefits of re-cycling – (saves money, saves energy, less landfills, healthy echo
system, new products)

b. Write an essay on 'Working abroad has its own advantages and disadvantages'. Include:
 what working abroad means – (doing jobs in other countries)
 advantages and disadvantages – (gaining new skills, experiencing different cultures,
earning a higher salary, personal growth – loneliness, different weather conditions,
unskilled jobs)
 your opinion

c. Write a speech to be delivered at the school assembly on 'Benefits of Social Media for
Learning '.
Include:
 what social media is –(digital technology, sharing ideas and information, through
networks and communities)
 benefits – (sharing information and knowledge, cost effective communication,
connectivity, better learning opportunities)
 disadvantages – (highly distracting, cyber bulling, lack of face to face interaction)
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d. Complete the following story.

I was coming home after my science class. I just saw a familiar face at a distance. Yes,
it's him. After ten long years he's back......................................................................
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Paper I
Total
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS ON THIS PAPER ITSELF.
For
 Test 01 examiner's
use only
Match the following words with their descriptions. Write the correct letter in the blank. The first
one is done for you. (1×5 = 5 marks)

A B C D E F
library author aeroplane spectacles chef school
Q. 1
1. A person who is skilled in preparing and presenting various types of food. ……E…... 1×
2. A place where a collection of books is available for borrowing or reference. …………..
Total
3. A flying vehicle used for transporting passengers and cargo …………..
5
4. A person who creates written work, such as books, articles, or stories. …………..
5. A place where pupils go to study. …………..
6. A device for correcting vision, consisting of lenses …………..

 Test 02

Fill in the blanks in the following dialogue. Use the words given in the box. The first one is done
for you. (1×5 = 5 marks)

by, in, of, on, to, from

A : Hi, have you started working (1)……on…………. the Science project?

B : Yes. I am doing a project on climate change. Were you able to select a topic?

A : I’m thinking (2)……………… working on energy sources.

B : That sounds great! I’m also interested (3) …………… energy sources. Shall we go
(4)………………… the library? It is close (5) ………… isn’t it? Q. 2

A : Yes. We’ll be able to find some information (6)…………….some books and articles. 1×

Total
B : That’s a good plan.
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 Test 03

Study the picture and fill in the blanks using the words in the box. Write the letter of the correct
word in the blank. The first one is done for you.
(1/2×10 = 05 marks)
a) happily
b) window
c) T-shirt
d) play
e) spiders
f) vase
g) children
h) kettle
i) skirt
j) sitting
k) girl

A mother and her two children, Raja and Maya are in the kitchen. The two children are (1)…sitting....
on the floor playing with some (2) ……………………. The boy holding the spider seems to be
enjoying and the (3) ……………………. is asking for it. They are playing (4) ……………………… Q. 3
There is a box between the two (5) …………………….The girl is wearing a (6) ……………………. 1×
and a pair of trousers. Kamani, the mother, wearing a long (7) …………………….is washing the
Total
dishes while watching the children at (8) …………………….There is a (9) ………………………
5
with some flowers on the (10) …………………... sill. There is a (11) ……………………… on the
ledge and it seems that the two children are waiting for breakfast.

 Test 04

Read the following dialogue between Bhanuka and Anuk. Complete the paragraph given below.
The first one is one for you. (1 ×5 = 5 marks)

Anuk : Hi! How was your trip to Nuwara Eliya? Hope you enjoyed it.
Bhanuka : It was amazing. We climbed Piduruthalagala and met a lot of tourists.
Anuk : Did you make any friends?
Bhanuka : Yes, some Germans befriended with me and I got their contact numbers too.
Anuk : Really! By the way, were you able to go on a boat ride in the lake?
Bhanuka : Oh no. We didn’t have time for that as my uncle wanted to come back soon. But we
visited the park and some farms. We got the chance to eat some fresh strawberries.
Anuk : Really, did you bring some for me?
Bhanuka : Of course. Here you are.
Anuk : Thank you.

Bhanuka went on a (1)........................................... to Nuwara Eliya. He climbed (2)................... Q. 4

........................ and they became friendly with some (3) ………………………… He couldn’t 1×

(4) ………………………. in the lake but visited the (5) ……………………… and some Total

(6) …………………... Bhanuka brought some strawberries to Anuk. 5

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 Test 05

Read the text and complete the table given below. The first one is done for you. (1×5 = 5 marks)

Russia has begun recruiting skilled Sri Lankan workers following a historic agreement between the
two countries. Accordingly, fifty eight factory workers had already left the country for the Russian
Federation after they were selected by the Sri Lanka Foreign Employment Agency. These workers
left Sri Lanka to take up employment at two renowned textile manufacturing plants in Nizhny
Novgorod.

Discussions are also under way between the Sri Lankan Mission in Moscow and Regional
Government Authorities in Nizhny Novgorod to recruit 700 more skilled Sri Lankan seamstresses
for that region. The Russian Federation is currently the host country for hundreds of Sri Lankan
students as well. (Adapted from Sunday Observer)

1. The name of the country recruiting workers Russia

2. The number of factory workers already left Q. 3
3. The workers were selected by 1×
4. The textile manufacturing plants are at
Total
5. The number of skilled workers to be recruited
5
6. The type of skilled workers to be recruited

 Test 06

You are the secretary of the Photographic Club of your school. Write a notice inviting all the
members of the club for a meeting to organize an exhibition. Use about 40-50 words. Include the
following

 date, time
 venue
 the purpose of the meeting

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 Test 07

Read the following text and underline the correct answer. (1×5 = 5 marks)
I started to walk towards the light and it did not go away. It came from a small house which stood
alone. I was so tired that I went towards the front door of the house and peeped through the
window. I could see two young women and an old woman through the little window. The two
young women were having dinner. The older should be the mother, I thought. By this time, I was
very, very weak. I stood watching them for a long time. I was unable to move. So I knocked on the
door. I heard a dog inside, and after a few minutes the old woman came to the door.
“What do you want?” She asked angrily. “Why are you out alone so late at night? It’s not right.”
“Please….please,” I begged. “I’m a stranger and I have lost my way. Can you give me something to
eat? May I stay here tonight?”
“I’ll give you some bread, but you can’t stay here,” she replied. “How do we know who you are?
You may have some wicked friends near. They might come and kill us during the night.” She went
inside.

1. Where did the light come from?

a) a door b) a small house c) the garden

2. Who did the narrator see through the window?

Q. 7
a) two young women b) an old woman c) two young women and an old woman
1×
3. What were the two young women in the house doing?
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a) sleeping b) reading and talking c) taking their dinner
5
4. Where was the dog?
a) inside the house b) in the garden c) near the window

5. Why did the narrator go to the house?

a) to seek shelter and food b) to ask for directions c) to ask for something to eat

 Test 08

Write a paragraph about one of the following topics. Use about 50 - 60 words. (5 marks)
1. A rainy day
2. My favorite author

Paper II
Total
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS ON THIS PAPER ITSELF.
For
 Test 09 examiner's
use only
Select the word from the box which has a similar meaning to the phrases given within brackets and
write it in the space given. There are three extra words. (1×5 = 5 marks)

consequences, ecosystems, average, disaster, emissions, observations, unusual, duration

Q. 9
July has been confirmed as the hottest month on record globally. The global (1)………………...
1×
(ordinary or normal) temperature is higher in this month. This is recorded in several countries
including Greece, France, Spain and even South American countries. This has created dire Total

(2)………………………….. (results or effects) for both people and the planet in extreme 5
events including wildfires. Antarctic sea ice has also been recorded low since satellites began
(3)………………………. (watching for a period of time). Scientists have said that if greenhouse
gas (4)……………………… (release or discharge) are not controlled, extreme weather will
increase and damage Antarctic (5)…………………………(nature communities or habitats)
which would affect the rest of the world. So it is high time to take efforts to reduce this.

 Test 10
The grade 11 students of Gajaba Maha Vidyalaya organized a shramadana campaign. Write the
activities they did in passive voice. The first one is done for you. (1×5 = 5 marks)

1. The children cleaned the school premises.

The school premises was cleaned by the children.

2. Some girls swept the garden.

………………………………………………………

3. The boys collected the garbage. Q. 10

1×
………………………………………………………
Total

5
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4. Nishitha and Yugan took the dried leaves to the compost pit.

………………………………………………………

5. The class monitor was distributing tea.

………………………………………………………

6. They will whitewash the walls next week.

………………………………………………………

 Test 11

Fill in the blanks with the words given in the box. There is one extra word.

for, some, and, majestic, squirrels, waves, ecosystems, out

poaching, astonishing, efforts, are, role, loss, by

Wildlife

Wildlife, the enchanting tapestry of creatures that share our planet, brings a touch of magic to the
natural world. From the swift cheetah to the (1) ………….. eagle, the diversity of wildlife is (2)
……………... In forests, you might encounter playful (3) …………….. leaping between trees,
while the oceans (4) …………….. home to graceful dolphins dancing through (5) ……………..
Each creature has its own unique (6) …………….. in maintaining the delicate balance of (7)
………………. But wildlife faces challenges. Habitat (8) ………………. due to human activities
Q. 11
can force animals (9) ……………… of their homes, making it harder (10) ……………………
1×
them to find food and shelter. (11) ………………… threatens rare and exotic species, pushing (12)
Total
………………….. to the brink of extinction. Conservation (13) …………………. are crucial.
5
National parks, wildlife reserves, (14) ………………… awareness campaigns strive to protect
our animal friends. By learning about wildlife and their habitats, we can appreciate their beauty.

 Test 12

Fill in the blanks of the following text using the correct form of the verbs given within brackets.

Eating leafy green vegetables will lead to healthy lungs and help ward off asthma. People with low
levels of vitamin K in their blood (1) …………….. (be) more likely to have poor lung function
and they (2) ………………. (suffer) with asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and
Q. 12
wheezing. Vitamin K (3) ………………….. (find) in leafy green vegetables such as spinach,
1×
kale and broccoli. It (4) …………………. (play) a major role in blood clotting and so helps the
Total
body to (5) ………………. (heal) wounds. A team from a university revealed after a research the
importance of Vitamin K on lungs. 5

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 Test 13

Read the following stories of cartoons. Match them with the viewers’ comments given below.
Write the correct letter of the cartoon in the given box. (1×5 = 5 marks)

Stories of Cartoons

A - A clan of cats living in the garbage B - An intrepid young reporter, and

bins and the leader who is very cunning his loyal dog on thrilling adventures
and the ‘Sargent’ was their friend and across the globe, solving mysteries
on the other hand enemy. The leader and uncovering secrets that keep
manages his fellow cats and they face readers hooked. He travels the world
day-to-day problems. in the service of truth and justice.

D - Set in ancient Gaul, the main

C - The storyline is about a baby
character follows his friends as they
bear and his dad who ran out from a
resist Roman rule with wit and potion-
circus and settled in a jungle. The two
powered strength, serving up humour
crocodiles are the villains that finally
and history. It is one of the most
get punished by the bear and his clan.
popular Franco-Belgian comics.

E - Shipwrecked on a tropical island,

the Swiss Family face wild challenges.
Their resourcefulness and unity, as
portrayed in the story, make for an
inspiring tale of survival.

Viewers' Comments

1. Alex: "I'm a huge fan of adventure, so I love watching ‘Tin-tin’.

His travels around the world and solving mysteries justly with Snowy are
so exciting!"

2. Kamalini: “‘Sura Pappa’ is my go-to cartoon. The humour and antics of the
characters always make me laugh, and it's a great way to brighten my day.”

3. Abdul: “Robinson Andaraya” is my favourite. The Robinson family's

survival skills and inventiveness on the deserted island inspire me. It's like
a real-life puzzle!”

4. Lila: “ ‘Pissu Poosa’, is enchanting. I've always wished I could talk to

animals. The gang's adventures teaching compassion are heartwarming
and humorous.” Q. 13
1×
5. Ravi: “ ‘Pancha’ is so unique! It brings life to our local folktales and fables 2
in such a creative way. I enjoy connecting with our culture through these
Total
animated stories.”
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 Test 14

(a) Imagine you've received a high electricity bill that you find surprising. Write a letter to the
Chief Engineer of your area of the Electricity Board complaining about the bill and requesting
for clarification. Use about 100 words. Include the following: (10 marks)
1. requesting details of the charges
2. a brief description of the electric items you use
2. request for a quick response

(a) The following table shows the distribution of the world population in 2000 and 2020. Write
a description about it. Use about 100 words. You may use the following words in your
description.

highest percentage, lowest percentage, more than, less than, equal

Country 2000 2020

Africa 9% 13%
Asia 59% 60%
Europe 22% 12%
Latin America 6% 9%
North America 7% 5%
Oceania 1% 2%

Read the following text and answer the questions given below. (8 marks)
It was a day in November. Both Bagworthy and Lynn rivers had flooded with the rains. The rains
had been heavy in the past few days. Annie and I were watching the rising flood water when
there was a loud series of quacks from ducks. These ducks had been enjoying a swim. Annie and
I looked and saw why the ducks were quacking. One little duck, a nice little duckling, was being
carried away by the water. The other ducks were saying quack, quack to draw our attention to it. 5
Annie, my sister was just about to ask me to jump into the water and save it, when I heard a voice
behind me say: “Don’t worry, John, I shall save it.”
It was my cousin, Tom Faggus, riding his beautiful horse Winnie. Tom just patted Winnie and
pointed his finger at the duckling. Very soon the horse was in the river. It returned with the
duckling. “Well, John, if you can ride Winnie you are a man,” said Tom Faggus. “I can,” I said. 10
“Try then, well, Winnie, take my cousin on your back,” said Tom Faggus.
I got on Winnie’s back. It neighed, jumped, and stood on its hind legs. I caught hold of its neck
and held fast. I managed to ride the horse for some time. Tom was very pleased. He said: “I didn’t
think, John that you would have done so well. I am very happy.”
My rich uncle Reuben visited us about the same time. He lived in Dulverton and carried on a big 15
business in selling clothes. Every year we expected him. However, there was one year when he
did not arrive for the family dinner. My mother expected him at noon for the meal, but he did not
come. After waiting in vain for Uncle Reuben, mother told me: “John, I think those people have
got hold of him. Otherwise, he should have been here for our New Year meal. He never misses it.”
We had the New Year dinner that year without Uncle Reuben. Then I set out all alone looking 20
for him. I searched for him all over the countryside. I called out his name. He was not to be seen
anywhere.
(Adapted from Lorna Doone )
(1) State whether the following statements are True or False by writing T or F in the box.
i. One river flooded with the rains.
ii. The duckling was saved by Winnie.
iii. Uncle Reuben was a businessman.
iv. John couldn’t ride the horse.

(2) Underline the most suitable answer.

There was a loud series of quacks because:
i. The ducks were enjoying a swim.
ii. A duckling was being washed away by the water.
iii. A girl and a boy were watching them.

(3) John’s cousin was: (i) Annie (ii) Tom (iii) Winnie

(4) Find the word similar in meaning to ‘controlled’. …………………………………..

Q. 15
(5) What do the following underlined words in the text refer to: 1-
(i) ‘It’ in line nine …………………………………………………………....……… 2-
(ii) ‘him’ in line nineteen …………………………………………………...…... 3-
4-
(6) Which of the following sentence best tells that John was brave? 5-
i. I searched for him all over the countryside. 6-
ii. Then I set out all alone looking for him. Total

iii. John, I think those people have got hold of him. 8

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 Test 16

Write on one of the following topics. Use about 150 - 200 words. (15marks)

(a) Write an article to your school magazine on “Value of Reading”

Include
• reading materials (books, magazines, newspapers, etc.)
• how to find materials (libraries, peers, internet, etc.)
• benefits of reading (improves knowledge, expands vocabulary, good past time, etc.)

(b) You have to make a speech in the morning assembly on “Road Safety.” Write your speech.
Include
• importance of road safety
• how road safety is lost
• how we can improve road safety

(c) Write an essay on “Importance of Time Management”

Include
• What is time management?
• how to manage time
• advantages of time management

(d) You hope to leave the country after your O/L examination. Write a dialogue you would have
with your friend on this topic.

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Total
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE One hour 7
8

Paper I
Total
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS ON THIS PAPER ITSELF.
For
 Test 01 examiner's
use only
Fill in the blanks in the following dialogue using the words given in the box. Write the letter of
the correct word in the blanks given. The first one is done for you.

Q. 1
1×

Total

Taro: Let’s play, hop-scotch! Muru, why don’t you (1)........ join........us?
Muru: Oh, I’d (2)..............to.
1. join
Taro: You can (3)..............from that end.
2. start
Muru: Thank you. Let’s be careful about the steps, anyway.
3. fall
Roni just had a (4)..............today. He can only enjoy our game.
4. love
Taro: Oh, sorry to hear that. Let him rest. It’s good that he is (5)..............us.
5. happy
Muru: It makes him feel (6)..............when he is with his friends.
6. watching
Taro: Yes Muru. But, we missed him.
Muru : Yes, let’s start!

 Test 02

5) Fill in the blanks in the following dialogue using the words given in the box. The first one is
done for you.

in , around , for , with , behind , from Q. 2

1×
Policeman : Where were you exactly when the accident happened?
Total
in
Raveendra : I was (1).................................the school bus.
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Policeman : Did you clearly see what happened?
Raveendra : Yes, a motorbike was coming (2).................................our bus. The driver
stopped the bus because of heavy traffic.
Policeman : After that…… ?
Raveendra : The motorbike tried to overtake us and collided (3).................................the van
coming (4).................................the opposite direction.
Policeman : When did this happen?
Raveendra : I think it was (5).................................7.00 a.m.
Policeman : Thank you (6).................................the information.
Raveendra : You're welcome.

 Test 03
Study the picture and fill in the blanks using the words given in the box. Write the letter of the
correct word in the blank. The first one is done for you.

(a) countryside
(b) people
(c) buildings Q. 3
(d) shelter 1×
(e) sunny 2
(f) man Total
(g) truck
(h) farm 5
(i) chickens
(j) child
(k) sheep

This is a scene of a beautiful farm. The farm is located in a (1) …….a…… There is a house
and a (2)...............................for the animals and in between the two (3).............................
a car is parked. It seems to be a (4)...............................day and the (5)...............................
are working hard. There are cows, pigs and (6)...............................kept separately in the
(7)...............................A (8)...............................is looking after a herd of (9)...............................
while another is driving a (10)...............................In the midst of all these activities, a (11)..........
.....................is chasing a dog. Overall, the picture shows a typical day in a farm.

 Task 04

Read the following dialogue and complete the table given below. The first one is done for you.
Kavindu : Hi uncle! I heard you went to the recent Van Gogh exhibition at Sky Gallery
Colombo. How was it?
Uncle : Oh, it was amazing! Sky Gallery is a beautiful art space, and the Van Gogh exhibition
was incredible.
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Kavindu : Wow, I've always been fascinated by Van Gogh's art. Tell me more about it.
Uncle : Sure. Van Gogh was a Dutch artist who lived in the 19th century. He's famous for his
unique style, especially his painting called "Starry Night". Here, look at this picture
on my phone.
Kavindu : That's so cool! I've seen this painting in books. What else did you see?
Uncle : Well, there were many other Van Gogh paintings. One of my favourites was
‘Sunflowers.’ He loved painting flowers, and his use of colours is wonderful.
Kavindu : Those sunflowers look so beautiful.
Uncle : Van Gogh's art is unique because of his bold use of colours and thick brushstrokes.
He painted his emotions and his surroundings. You could feel his passion in every
painting.
Kavindu : That's so interesting! Did they have anything for sale there?
Uncle : Yes, they had! There were pictures and notepads with Van Gogh's art on them. I got a
notepad for you as a souvenir from the exhibition.
Kavindu : Thank you so much uncle.
Uncle : You are welcome.

1. Name of the exhibition Van Gogh exhibition

2. Place it was held
Q. 4
3. Time period the artist lived
1×
4. His famous painting
Total
5. Unique quality of his art
5
6. Things for sale at the exhibition

 Task 05
Read the dialogue between Neha and her friend and complete the diary entry made by Neha about
the art exhibition. The first one is done for you.

Neha : How was the art exhibition, Prema?

Prema : Great! Many came to see it.
Neha : Really! Glad to hear it. Unfortunately, I missed it.
Was it in the Leo-B Art Gallery?
Prema : Yes, the Arts Club of our school had organized it.
Neha : Were there many paintings?
Prema : Oh, yes. I think there were about 70 drawings.
Neha : Were you able to sell your paintings?
Prema : Yes, I sold two of my paintings.
Neha : Wow wonderful! What about others?
Prema : Many were able to sell their paintings.
Q. 5
Neha : Congratulations Prema!
1×
Prema : Thank you, Neha.
Neha : Wasn’t it a wonderful experience? Total

Prema : Oh, yes. Our principal suggested to have the exhibition annually. 5
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Diary Entry

I met Prema. She told me about the art 1....................held in Leo-B Art Gallery
2...................by ‘The Young Painters Club’ of our school. It 3....................to be successful
as 4...................had come to see it. Prema had sold 5……… of her paintings. The principal’s
6...................was to have it annually.

 Test 06

The Welfare Society of Ethiliwewa Vidyalaya has decided to start a ‘Share Table’ to help the
needy friends in the school. You are the secretary of the Welfare Society. Write a notice informing
Q. 6
your friends about the event. Use about 40-50 words.
Include : 1×

 date, time, place to collect items Total

 To whom the items should be handed over 5

 items to be brought (pen, pencils, etc.)

 Test 07
Read the story given below and answer the questions.

The Bamboo Forest

Every September, our town has a festival. Crowds of happy people eat hotdogs and wave little
flags. Then everyone goes to the park on the edge of town. The mayor gives a speech, and everyone
has fun.
I should be at home packing my bags to go and study engineering at university. But, as soon as
everyone has gone to the park, Janey picks me up in another 'borrowed' truck. This one is full of
soil. “Get in”, she says.
“There's enough soil to cover the high street from baker's street to Humber Road, right past new
shopping centre. I've mixed it with bamboo seeds. It's a kind of seed that grows really, really fast.
Before the festival is over, there will be a mini forest in front of the supermarket. No one will be
able to get in or out of that street. It really does grow that fast. What do you think?”
“Well........ why not? I'll be at university next week anyway. “Let's do it.......
Janey was right, baboo grows fast. It was as high as your knees before anyone discovered what
we had done. By the time the council found someone to cut it down, our bamboo forest was taller
than the mayor.
It was great, but they took it away. After what we did last year, they knew it was us. Plus, Janey
had bought the bamboo online with her bank card, so it was definitely her. This time, she got six
months in prison.
She didn't tell them I had helpled her so I still went to university. But I changed my degree to
Agriculture and Wildlife. I wanted to learn all about plants, garden and farming. I thought it would
help Janey and me succeed as guerrilla garden.
Underline the correct answer.
1. What do people do at the festival?
a. give a speech b. eat hot dogs c. eat hot dogs and wave little flags
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2. Who picks the writer up?
a. the mayor b. Janey c. a crowd of people
3. Where will be a mini forest before the festival is over? Q. 7
a. on the edge of the town b. at university c. in front of the supermarket 1-
2-
4. Who has mixed soil with bamboo seeds?
3-
a. writer b. Janey c. Mayor 4-
5-
5. Which sentence is correct according to the story?
a. Janey and the writer are not good fiends. Total
b. Writer is a nature lover.
c. The council likes to have a mini bamboo forest in the town. 8

 Test 08
Write a paragraph on one of the following topics. Use about 50-60 words.
a) My leisure activity
b) A place I like to visit

Paper II
Total
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS ON THIS PAPER ITSELF.
For
 Test 09 examiner's
use only
Select the appropriate word from the brackets and write it in the space given.

There are many benefits of reading books loud to young children. First, reading aloud is a
wonderful opportunity for parents to spend time in close contact with their children. After a
busy day, reading a book can be a (1).............................................(relax, relaxation, relaxing)
Q. 9
way for a family to slow down and (2)...........................................(communicate, communication,
1×
communicating). Another important feature of reading aloud is that many books have (3)..............
...................(thought, thoughtful, thoughtfully) ideas or moral messages. Parents and children can Total

explore these concepts together. In addition, listening to stories helps a child learn vocabulary and 5

sentence structure. Moreover, some researchers (4)..............................(belief, believe, believable)

that reading aloud to a child actually stimulates learning and benefits brain development. Studies
have shown that children do better in school when their parents have read to them frequently.
Psychologists, doctors, teachers and librarians (5).............................(encourage, encouragement,
encouragingly) parents to read aloud on a regular basis to assist the development of the child and
build close family relationships.

 Test 10

Complete the question to get the underlined part as the answer. The first one is done for you.

1. Ridiyagama Safari Park is the first man made safari park in Sri Lanka. Which is the first man
made safari park in Sri Lanka?

2. It is in Hambantota district.
Where - ...............................................................................................

3. There are 22 species of animals living in the park. Q. 10

How many - ...............................................................................................
1×
4. The park was opened to the public in 2016. Total
When - ...............................................................................................
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5. Visitors can stay at the park for four hours.
How long - ...............................................................................................

6. The ticket for an adult is Rs. 500.00.

How much - ...............................................................................................

 Test 11

Fill in the blanks with the words given in the box.

with / sensation / bad / as / of / video / realistic / the / different /games / technology

/options / thrilling / much

It is no news that video games are fascinating and because of the graphics along with sound
effects give the player a real-like experience. The 1)...................game industry has also started
experimenting 2)...................virtual reality resulting in even more 3)...................games which
give the player the 4)...................of truly witnessing the activities of 5)...................game. But we
all know that 6)...................has both good and 7)...................effects. The condition is not much Q. 11
1×
8)...................when it comes to video games 9)...................well. There are several benefits of 2
Total
playing video 10)...................similarly, there are also adverse effects 11)...................the same.
5
Now we have video games with12)...................higher graphics, better storyline, and even more
13)...................This makes the gaming experience more 14)...................and enjoyable; however,
it does not change the fact that video games have turned almost an entire generation into couch
potatoes.

 Test 12

Complete the following passage using the most appropriate form of the verb given within brackets.
In today's world, technology (1)...........................(play) a pivotal role in shaping our lives. Over
the past few decades, there (2)...........................(be) a significant transformation in the way we
interact with machines and devices. We (3)...........................(witness) an explosion of innovation
in the tech industry. Smartphones, for example, (4)...........................(become) an indispensable
part of our daily routine. People (5)...........................(rely) on them for communication, work, and
entertainment.
Q. 12
1×

Total

5
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 Test 13
Read the following notices displayed on the school noticeboard. Match them with the preferences
of five students. Write the correct letter of the notice in the box.

Notice

(A) A drawing competition has been (B) There will be a competition to

organized by Shankar Foundation in create a blog for the school e-magazine.
India for school children. Hand over Competitors are allowed to select any
your drawing certified by the Art teacher topic. In your blog you have to include
to the Art society before 14th of July. different sub-topics, inforgraphics,
videos, internal and external links. Write
Contact 071-8818818 a brief introduction about the author.
Hand over your entry form before 12th
- Art Society July.
- E-society

(D) The Aesthetic Society of the school

has organized a Talent Show at the end
(C) Super Inventor Awards 2023 has of the year. Those who are interested
been organized by the New Inventors in music and dancing can hand over an
Club of the school. Those who wish to application form to the society before
present new inventions, hand over the 10th August.
application before 10th August.
- Aesthetic Society
Fore more details contact Madura on
076-2322232. (E) The Agriculture Society has organized
a competition to mark the Global Green
- Science Club Day. Entry forms are available at the
society.
Handover your forms before 12th August.
Name Description Letter
- Agriculture Society
of the
Notice
She won a gold medal at the
She loves organic 3. All-Island Art Exhibition for
farming. She likes Sajida her piece of art work. She’s
1. to spend her leisure
good at oil painting.
time in the garden.
Thanulya
Last year she won the He’s not good at drawing but
1st place at the inter- 4. he is a talented Tabla player.
school gardening Arul He can play the violin too.
competition. He’s the youngest in the
school junior orchestra.
He is very good at
creating new things. He is a creative writer. He
During his leisure has followed many online Q. 13
2.
time he likes to 5. computer courses at the
Nemitha 1×
make things using Rizvan Youth Council. He has a
discarded certificate for a 3 months Total
items at home. Graphics Designing course.
5
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 Test 14

A) Your best friend migrated to Australia with the family last month. Write a letter to your best
friend describing a programme organized by the school to celebrate ‘The World Water Day’.
Use about 100 words.
Include the following;
 name of the programme, time and place
 reasons for organizing
 participants
 what you did
B) The following bar graph shows the projects done by Grade 11 students of Beruwala Maha
Vidyalalya to help students to improve their reading skills. Write a description about
their project. The following words and phrases given in the box may help you. Use about
100 words.

most, equal, least, more popular, less than, less popular

10
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 Test 15

Read the following text and answer the questions.

Once upon a time, there lived a young girl named Lily in a small village. She had a deep
appreciation of beautiful things. Lily had always been fascinated by the dazzling gold jewelery
adorning the market stalls.

One day, as she was passing through the village market, she caught sight of a gold necklace
gleaming in a shop window. Its radiant glow mesmerized her, and she could not resist the
temptation to possess such a precious piece.

Determined to make the necklace her own, Lily saved every penny she had earned from her
work. After weeks of painstaking savings, she finally had enough money to buy the necklace.
With a heart full of excitement, she ran towards the shop, handed over her hard-earned coins to
the shopkeeper and eagerly wrapped the necklace around her neck.

As soon as Lily got home, she felt a sense of accomplishment, but her joy was soon waned. The
necklace, though beautiful, began to tarnish. The once bright gold began to fade and leave green
marks on her skin. Lily was devastated. She longed for something that seemed valuable and
perfect, only to discover its true worth.

Heartbroken, she returned to the shop, tears welling up in her eyes. Seeing her distress, the
shopkeeper went to her out of pity. He explained that the necklace is not made of real gold, but
is merely a cheap imitation. It was designed to deceive people with its shiny appearance, but its
true value was far from prying eyes.

Frustrated but wiser, Lily realized the profound lesson life has taught her. She understood that
not everything that glitters and looks valuable is real. The true value lies beyond the surface, in
qualities such as honesty, kindness, and integrity.

From that day onwards, Lily focused on appreciating the beauty that lies within the people and
things. She sought genuine relationships, valuing purity of heart more than material possessions.
Through her experiences, she became a beacon of wisdom, guiding others to look beyond the
glitz and glam and find true value in the world around them.

1) Lily was fond of,

a) things of glitter b) gold jewelery c) gold coins

2) What was her idea when she first saw the necklace at the shop?

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3) Why did the necklace begin to tarnish?

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4) The intention of designing of the necklace was........................................................................

5) Write the lesson she learnt out of this experience.

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a. completely disappointed...................................................................................................... 2-
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b. deep in knowledge............................................................................................................... 4-
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7) Find the sentence that says, that she learned to value spiritual things than the material 7-
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 Test 16

Write on one of the following. Use about 200 words.

a) Write an article to a school magazine on ‘Importance of conserving water’.
Include;
 importance of water- (Daily purposes, cultivation)
 human activities leading to pollution (adding chemicals to water, throwing garabage to
water ways)
 suggestions to preserve water

b) A speech you would make in the morning assembly on ‘Sports for healthy life’
Include;
 What is a healthy life?
 How sports help it (mental development, physical development)
 your message for your friends

c) Write an essay on ‘Technology provides us an interesting learning platform’

Include;
 what technology is
 some learning platforms
 advantages/disadvantages of using them
 how you can use them fruitfully

d) Complete the dialogue between Arul and Thamod.

 Arul - Hi, Thamod. We are meeting after a long time. How was the vacation?
 Thamod- Oh! It was really ………………

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Paper I
Total
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS ON THIS PAPER ITSELF.
For
 Test 01 examiner's
use only
The following pictures show the stages of growing seeds. Write the correct letter of the picture
in the cage given against each description. The first one is done for you.

Q. 1
1×

A B C Total

D E F

1. First, get a suitable pot. D

2. Next, put a layer of gravel in the bottom.
3. Then, fill the pot with soil and plant the seeds.
4. After that, cover the seeds with a thin layer of soil.
5. Then, water the seedlings regularly.
6. Finally, put the pot in the sun shine.

 Test 02

Fill in the blanks in the following dialogue using the words given in the box. Write the letter of
the correct word in the space given. The first one is done for you.
Q. 2
Adhi : Are you playing a video game?
Thamod : No. Look! This is a photo of my grandfather. 1×
Adhi : Really! Is he a fisherman?
Total
Thamod : Yes, he is a (1) …d……..
I took this photo when I was spending a few days there during the school vacation. 5
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Adhi : Wow! Your grandfather is fishing in a (2) …………………… lake.
Thamod : Yes, every morning my grandfather goes to the (3) ………………… to catch fish.
He earns by (4) …………………….them at the market.
Adhi : He is great! I hope you can learn the art of ( 5) ……………………. from your
grandfather.
Thamod : Yes, of course. He has already taught me how to row the (6)………………….
and throw the fishing net into the lake.
Adhi : Interesting! We all have to learn some life skills.

(a) boat
(b) selling
(c) fishing
(d) fisherman
(e) lake
(f) beautiful

 Test 03

Study the picture given below. Fill in the blanks in the paragraph using the words given in the
box. Write the letter of the correct word in the blank. The first one is done for you.

(a) tired
(b) heavy
(c) chair
(d) holding
(e) television
(f) standing
(g) lorry
(h) bottle
(i) helping
(j) checked
(k) wiping

Last month, my friend Fathima and her family moved to a new house. This is the picture she has
sent me recollecting how we bid farewell. Fathima and I are the two girls (1) …(d)…… hands
in the picture. This is the (2) …………….. they hired to transport their goods. The two gents
wearing (3) …………….. shirts are Fatima’s brothers. One of them is (4) …………….. beside
the lorry. He looks (5) ……………... He is (6) …………….. his forehead with a tissue. Her
younger brother is in the lorry (7) …………….. others to load things. A boy standing outside the Q. 3
lorry is handing over a (8) …………….. to him. The man wearing glasses is carefully holding a 1×
(9) ……………... It seems to be (10) ……………... There is another man standing near him. He
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is drinking water from a (11) …………….. . I keep this picture as a memory. 5
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 Test 04 Q. 4
1×
Underline the most suitable word given within brackets to fill in each blank. The first one is done
for you. Total

5
I live in (1) (an, a, the) cozy house on a very quiet street. Every morning, I take a short walk
to the local bakery to buy a fresh (2) ……..………. (pile, loaf, slice) of bread for my breakfast.
Today was very quiet. There weren’t (3) ……………… (some, much, many) people here today.
Suddenly, I saw (4) …………..….. (the, an, a) adorable kitten near the park. It was chasing a
colorful butterfly. I decided to adopt (5) ……………….. (a, the, an) sweet kitten and named it
Whiskers. I do have a (6) ………..……… (little, many, few) friends but not that many. But now,
I have a cheerful companion to keep me company at home.

 Test 05

Read the essay written on a famous person by a student of grade 11. Complete the table given
below with the information given of the person. The first one is done for you.
Steve Jobs was an American inventor, designer, and entrepreneur who was the co-founder, chief Q. 5
executive, and chairman of Apple Inc. born in 1955. As an infant, Jobs was adopted by Clara and
1×
Paul Jobs and named Steven Paul Jobs. Clara worked as an accountant, and Paul was a Coast
Guard veteran and machinist. Jobs was smart but directionless, dropping out of college and Total
experimenting with different pursuits before co-founding Apple with Steve Wozniak in 1976. Jobs 5
left the company in 1985, launching Pixar Animation Studios, then returned to Apple more than
a decade later. The tech giant’s revolutionary products, which include the iPhone, iPad, and iPod,
have dictated the evolution of modern technology. Jobs died in 2011 following a long battle with
pancreatic cancer.

1. Full name (a) Steven Paul Jobs

2. Name of the adoptive mother (b)
3. Father’s occupation (c)
4. Name of the co-founder of Apple (d)
5. Year of launching Pixar Animation
Studios (e)
6.Cause of death (f)

 Test 06

The Child Welfare Club in your area visits your school every year to make some donations .Write
a notice to be put up on the school noticeboard informing all the students about the donation.
Use about 40 – 50 words.
Include the date and time of visiting.
 items that will be donated
 the place where the donation is made
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 Test 07

Read the following story and underline the correct answer. (1x5 marks)
Nazrudin was a well known figure. He was highly respected in his village, for his wisdom. Once,
he went to a bustling marketplace. He stood at the center of the market, holding a shiny new
lantern. Very soon,the curious onlookers gathered around him and inquired what he was doing
there.
"I have something special.A lamp is so bright! It can illuminate the darkest corners of your mind.
So, it lights up your thinking!" Nazrudin explained.
A seller doubted, "No way!Lamps light up the outside, not thoughts."
Nazrudin smiled, " Ah, but the mind is like a big cave, and with this lamp, I will explore its depth!"
Interested, people watched as Nazrudin began waving the lamp around his head, muttering, "Light
up, thoughts, light up!" The lamp slipped from his hand, fell on to the ground and broke.
Someone laughed, "Well, Nazrudin, it seems your lamp can't even light your own path.So, let
alone our minds."
Nazrudin picked up the broken lamp, laughing, "True! Sometimes, wisdom comes in unexpected
ways. Perhaps, it’s the journey, not just the light that matters."
The crowd left, thinking about Nazrudin's different ideas, leaving him with a broken lamp and
lots of smiles.

1. Nazrudin has earned respect from the villagers for his ……………….. .
(a) behaviour (b) abilities (c) wisdom

2. This incident happened in a ……………….. place.

(a) calm (b) busy (c) remote

3. The people gather around Nazrudin to ……………….. . Q. 7

(a) know what he was doing. 1-
(b) touch the shiny lamp. 2-
3-
(c) know about the special lamp. 4-
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4. According to Nazrudin, the lamp can ……………….. .
Total
(a) light up the dark caves. (b) light up thinking. (c) light up his path.
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5. What does the word ‘illuminate’ in the 2nd paragraph mean?
(a) light up (b) shine (c) fill

 Test 08

Write a paragraph about one of the following topics. Use about 50 - 60 words.

1. A Day at the Beach: The Sights, Sounds, and Smells

2. A Childhood Memory: Recalling a Special Event or Place

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ENGLISH LANGUAGE One hour 15
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Paper II
Total
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS ON THIS PAPER ITSELF.
For
 Test 09 examiner's
use only
Select a word from the box which has a similar meaning to the word /phrase given within brackets
and write it in the space provided. The first one is done for you. There are three extra words.

attempt, amazed, behave, believe, drag, hold, get, obvious, stuck,

Q. 9
As a man was passing the elephants, he suddenly stopped, confused by the fact that these huge
1×
creatures were being held by only a small rope tied to their front leg. It was (1)…obvious………
Total
(easily understood )that the elephants could, at anytime, break away from their bonds but they
did not. 5

He asked the trainer why these animals just stood there and made no (2)…………………………
( make an effort) to get away. “Well,” the trainer said, “when they are very young, we use the same
size rope to tie them and it’s enough to (3)……………(keep) them. As they grow up, they still
believe they cannot break away.”

The man was (4)……………………….(greatly surprised). These animals could at any time break
free from their bonds but because they (5)……………….(accept that something is true) they
couldn’t, they were (6)………………. (be fixed in a particular position) right where they were.

Like the elephants, how many of us go through life hanging onto a belief that we cannot do
something, simply because we failed at it once before?

 Test 10

Complete the following magazine article using the correct form of the verb given within each
bracket.
Oscar Awards
Q. 10
The Academy Awards are given out every year to recognize outstanding work of movie actors,
1×
directors, and others who are part of the movie making industry. These awards (1) ……………..…
Total
(present) in a formal ceremony in Hollywood. Several people are nominated in specific
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categories such as Best Movie, Best Actor, Best Music, and Best Costumes. A nominee (2)
……………………. ( choose) to receive an award in each category. When the award ceremony
started in 1929, fifteen awards (3) …………….(give ) to the winners. Tickets are no longer
sold to the general public ; invitations ( 4) ……………………( send ) only to people involved
in making the movies and to their guests. Since 1953, the Oscar night has been televised and
broadcast all over the world. This show (5) ………………. ( see ) by hundreds of millions of
people. Viewers watch as their favourite movie stars arrive looking beautiful.

 Test 11

Fill in the blanks with the words given in the box. There is one extra word.

dream as are good yourself under two few

journal way that to language for habit

A journal is like a personal book where you write your thoughts, feelings and experiences.
Maintaining a journal can be labeled as a hobby or a part of your daily routine. There are
different types of journals (1)………….serve for different purposes.Vocabulary (2) ………….,
reading journal and travel journal are a (3) …………. examples.Writing in a journal is useful (4)
…………. students because it helps you improve (5) ………….skills while evoking creativity.
In fact, journals (6) ………….significant because they let you express (7) ………….. Some
people maintain journals as a (8) …………. tracker. Reading journals and workout journals are
(9) ………….such examples. Some others maintain journals (10) ………….a mode of recording
their memories (11) …………. different topics. Travel journal is a (12) …………. example for
it. Gratitude journals and (13) …………. journals are also popular as a (14) …………. to look at
life with positive attitudes.When you write you understand your feelings and emotions better.It is
like talking to a friend on paper.

Test 12

Fill in the blanks of the following text using the correct form of the verbs given within brackets.
The first one is done for you.

Last weekend, my school friends and I (1) ......decided...... (decide) to throw a surprise party for our
friend Sarani. The planning (2) ………………………… (start) weeks ago, and every detail (3)
……………………..……. (carefully discuss) among us. Invitations (4) ……….…..………….
(send) out, decorations were purchased, and a delicious cake was baked. On the day of the party,
everything (5) ………….……………..….. (be) in place, and we eagerly waited for Sarani to Q. 14
arrive. When she (6) ………………………………. (finally show up), the look of astonishment 1×
on her face was priceless. Total

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 Test 13

Read the following descriptions of accidents. Match them with the First Aids given below them.
Write the correct letter of the description in the box given against each First Aid.
Accidents

(A) Bleeding can involve minor cuts (B) Unconscious person does not
and scrapes or may be caused by major respond to activity, touch, sound, or other
puncture wounds or injuries. Most stimulations. Brief unconsciousness is
injuries can be treated at home or in an often a result from dehydration, low blood
urgent care facility. The cuts and scrapes sugar, or temporary low blood pressure.
you get everyday don't require a trip to
the emergency room, but you need to
make sure the wound is taken care of to
prevent infection.

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temporary loss of consciousness often infection, injury, allergic reaction, nose 1×
caused by a lack of oxygen to the brain. picking or an object being pushed into
This generally lasts from a few seconds the nostril. Bleeding from the nose is Total
to a few minutes. Feeling light headed, common in children and is usually not 5
dizzy, weak, or nauseous sometimes serious.
happen before you faint.

(E) Toothache is the pain in and around the

teeth and jaws that usually caused by tooth
decay. Eating or drinking can make the pain
worse, particularly if the food or drink is hot
or cold. The pain can also be mild or severe.

First Aid

1.. Check the person's airway, breathing, and pulse frequently. If the person is
breathing and lying on their back, carefully roll the person onto the side.
Bend the top leg, gently tilt the head back to keep the airway open.

2. Sit and keep the head up. Lean forward so that blood doesn't go down the
throat. This could cause you to choke or have an upset stomach. Gently blow
in order to clear any blood clots. Use the thumb and a finger to pinch both
nostrils shut.

3. Immediately press hard on the wound with a clean cloth, a gauze pad, a
thumb or using the palm of your hand.

4. Until you get medical attention, rinse your mouth with warm water. Remove
any food particles or plaque. Take a common pain killer to dull the pain. You Q. 12
can apply a cold compress on your cheek.
1×
5. You can have the person sit with his head between his knees. Loosen tight
Total
collars, belts, and other restrictive clothing. Get the person to lie down or sit
for at least 10 to 15 minutes. Give him a glass of water. 5
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 Test 14

(a) You are the secretary of the Super Cultivators Club. Write a letter to the teacher in
charge of the Agriculture Unit of the school informing that you hope to make a donation
to the unit.
Use about 100 words. Include the following.
 items you donate
 purpose of the donation
 asking for permission to make the donation / to visit the school

(b) The following bar chart shows different social media that grade 11 students of Kumaranathunga
Maha Vidyalaya like to use for their study purposes. Write a description about it.

Use about 100 words. The following words given in the box may help you.

most popular , least popular , most , more than

Number of Students

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1×

Total

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 Test 15

Read the following text and answer the questions given below.

One day John and I were returning home when we saw an odd incident. A boy was riding a pony
and he was urging the pony to take a leap over the gate which was too high for him. The boy cut
with his whip but the pony turned off on the other side. Then, the boy got off, gave the horse a good
thrashing and got up on him again. Unable to bear the punishment any longer, the pony threw him
neatly over into a hedge. And with the rein dangling off his head the pony set off home at a full
gallop.
‘Oh! oh!’ cried the boy as he struggled about among the thorns.
‘Serves you right,’ said John who was watching the scene. “That will teach you not to be hard on
horses.’’
Then he patted me and said, “ This young rascal may be a liar, Beauty. He may never tell the truth
to his father. So let’s go to Farmer Bushby’s house and tell him how cruel his son has been to the
pony.”
As we approached the farmhouse, we saw the farmer hurrying on the road anxiously and his wife
at the gate looking worried.
“Have you seen my boy?” asked Farmer Bushby. “ He went out an hour ago on my black pony and
the pony has come back without the rider .”
“ It’s better the pony goes without a driver,” said John. Then he described to the farmer what he
had seen. “ Your son was whipping and kicking that good little pony because he wouldn’t leap the
gate.”

The farmer felt hurt by the report.

(1) Say whether the following statements are True or False. Put a () in the relevant column.

True False
1. John and the narrator were coming back home.
2. The narrator and John saw a pleasant incident.
3. The boy was unkind to the pony.

4. The boy’s father is Farmer Bushby.

(1/2×4=2 marks)
Underline the correct answer for questions 2,3 and 4 from the options given for each of them.

(2) What did the boy want the pony to do?

(a) to take him back home
(b) to take a leap over the gate
(c) to take him everywhere
(3) The boy was thrown into the hedge because..................................
(a) The pony did not like him.
(b) The pony was too tired for a ride.
(c) The pony could not bear his punishment.

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(4) The pony returned to the farm...................................
(a) with his rider.
(b) with John and the narrator.
(c) alone without the boy.
(1×3 =3 marks)

(5) Find a word/phrase from the passage that is closest in meaning to each of the following.
Write them below.
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(a) persuading someone to do something - ………………………
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(b) a mischievous person - ……………………… 2-
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 Test 16

Write on one of the following topics. Use about 150 - 200 words.

a. Write an article to the school magazine on ‘The Influence of Technology on Education’.

o define the incorporation of technology in education (smart learning, internet, platforms
o explore the benefits of technology (remote learning, time saving, easy access)
o Discuss potential challenges and ways to address them. (expensive, no resources and
solutions)
o Share examples of successful technology-based educational programs.

b. Write a speech to be delivered at the school assembly on ‘The Role of Art and Creativity in
Everyday Life’.
o Explore various forms of art and creative expression.
o Discuss the impact of art on emotions, well-being, and society.
o Highlight the importance of fostering creativity in education and daily life.
o Share personal anecdotes or examples of art's influence.

c. Write an essay on ‘The Impact of Junk Food on Health’.

Include
o Define junk food and its prevalence in modern diets.
o Discuss the negative effects of junk food on physical health.
o Provide examples of healthier alternatives.
o Summarize the health risks associated with junk food.
o Encourage healthier dietary choices for better well-being.

d. Complete the following story.

Q. 15
As I opened the mysterious package on my doorstep, I discovered an ancient-looking map……… 1×
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Support Papers
for
English Language
General Certificate of Education
Ordinary Level (G.C.E. O/L)
2024 (2025)
English

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 Test 01
Match the captions with the pictures given. Write the letter of the most suitable picture against
each capti

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Q. 3
1 ×
5
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Q. 4
1 ×
5
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 Test 03
Underline the most suitable word to fill in each blank. The first one is do

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 Test 05
Read the text and complete the table given below. The first one is done for you. (1×5 marks)
Kangaroos

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 Test 08
Write a paragraph on one of the following topics. Use about 50-60 words. (1×5 marks)

(a)

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1 ×
5
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 Test 13
Read the following short descriptions of children’s novels. Match them with the interests o

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 Test 14
(a)
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