اختبار اختيار من متعدد تفاعلي: Grade 10 General – End of Term 3 Mock Exam 1(2026)
This is a mock exam for grade 9 advanced students for the end of term 3. It covers vocabulary related to housing and daily life, such as security deposits, meal plans, and customs. The grammar section focuses on verb tenses and connectors within a passage about the history of apartment buildings. The reading comprehension sections test understanding of texts on architecture, the evolution of homes, and the nature of national stereotypes.
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اختبار شهادة تدريبي مؤقت للصف والمادة والفصل نفسه.
اختر إجابة واحدة لكل سؤال. عند الاختيار ستظهر النتيجة فورًا: الأخضر صحيح، والأحمر خطأ، وسيظهر تفسير الإجابة مباشرة إن كان متوفرًا. وبعد آخر سؤال ستظهر الدرجة النهائية تلقائيًا.
Before moving into the apartment, we had to pay a ______ that would be returned when we left.
Explanation
A security deposit is a sum of money paid to a landlord or property manager to cover any potential damages to the property. It is typically returned to the tenant when they move out, provided the property is in good condition.
Question 2
Points: 1
The university offers several ______ where students can eat breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Explanation
A meal plan is a service offered by institutions like universities that allows students to pay for a set number of meals in campus dining halls.
Question 3
Points: 1
During my visit to Japan, I learned that it is important to respect local ______.
Explanation
Customs are the traditional ways of behaving or doing things that are specific to a particular society. Respecting local customs is important when traveling.
Question 4
Points: 1
The apartment is ______ near the city centre, so it is easy to travel to school.
Explanation
The word 'located' means 'situated in a particular place.' The sentence describes the geographical position of the apartment, making 'located' the appropriate word.
Question 5
Points: 1
The waiter brought the plates and ______ before the meal started.
Explanation
Silverware refers to eating utensils like forks, knives, and spoons. It is common for a waiter to bring these along with the plates before a meal is served.
Question 6
Points: 1
The first apartment blocks (1) ______ in ancient Rome to provide housing for large numbers of people.
Explanation
The phrase 'in ancient Rome' indicates a past event. The passive voice is needed because the apartment blocks are the object of the action. Therefore, the simple past passive 'were built' is correct.
Question 7
Points: 1
Today, modern apartments (2) ______ in almost every major city around the world.
Explanation
The word 'Today' signals that the sentence is in the present tense. The passive voice is required, making the simple present passive 'are found' the correct choice.
Question 8
Points: 1
Many people wonder (3) ______ apartment living became so popular.
Explanation
This sentence contains an indirect question after the verb 'wonder'. In indirect questions, the normal subject-verb order is used, not the inverted order of a direct question. Therefore, 'why' is the correct conjunction.
Question 9
Points: 1
Apartments are also (4) ______ than detached houses because they use less land.
Explanation
The presence of 'than' indicates a comparison between two things (apartments and detached houses). The correct comparative form of the adjective 'efficient' is 'more efficient'.
Question 10
Points: 1
(5) ______, architects continue to develop new designs that improve comfort and sustainability for residents.
Explanation
The word 'Finally' is used as a transition to introduce the last point or concluding idea in a sequence. It fits the context of summarizing the ongoing development in apartment design.
Question 11
Points: 1
Some people prefer traditional buildings to modern skyscrapers.
Explanation
The text explicitly states: 'Some admire modern skyscrapers made of glass and steel, while others prefer traditional buildings that represent local identity.' This directly supports the statement.
Question 12
Points: 1
All beautiful buildings are made from local materials.
Explanation
The text mentions that 'Traditional buildings often use local materials,' which implies it is not a rule for all buildings. It also mentions modern skyscrapers made of 'glass and steel,' which are not typically local materials.
Question 13
Points: 1
Traditional buildings are sometimes designed to suit local weather conditions.
Explanation
The text supports this with examples: 'some regions build homes with thick walls to stay cool in hot weather, while others use steep roofs to deal with heavy rain or snow.'
Question 14
Points: 1
Modern architects earn higher salaries than traditional architects.
Explanation
The text discusses the design focus of modern architects but provides no information about their salaries or how they compare to the earnings of traditional architects.
Question 15
Points: 1
Sustainable buildings often use natural light.
Explanation
The passage states that modern architects focusing on sustainability design buildings that 'make use of natural light.' This confirms the statement.
Question 16
Points: 1
Architecture schools train students to design different buildings.
Explanation
The reading passage focuses on the characteristics of beautiful and functional architecture but does not mention architecture schools or their training programs.
Question 17
Points: 1
What materials were commonly used in early shelters?
Explanation
The text states that thousands of years ago, people lived in 'simple shelters made from natural materials such as wood, mud, and animal skins.'
Question 18
Points: 1
Why did some ancient families have larger houses?
Explanation
The passage mentions: 'Wealthier families often lived in larger houses with decorative features that showed their social status.'
Question 19
Points: 1
What does the word "accommodate" most nearly mean?
Explanation
In the context of the sentence 'To accommodate the growing population...', the word means to provide sufficient room or space for that population.
Question 20
Points: 1
Why were apartment buildings constructed during the Industrial Revolution?
Explanation
The text states that during the Industrial Revolution, cities grew rapidly, and 'To accommodate the growing population, apartment buildings and rows of houses were constructed.'
Question 21
Points: 1
Which idea is central to the text?
Explanation
The entire text traces the evolution of homes from simple shelters through the Industrial Revolution to modern smart homes, illustrating how housing has adapted to changing societal needs.
Question 22
Points: 1
What is most likely to happen in future housing?
Explanation
The text describes a progression towards more technology in homes, culminating in today's smart devices. This trend suggests that future housing will likely incorporate even more advanced technology.
Question 23
Points: 1
What is the main purpose of the text?
Explanation
The text provides a historical overview of housing, starting from thousands of years ago and moving forward to the present day, thus its main purpose is to explain this development.
Question 24
Points: 1
What is a stereotype?
Explanation
The text provides a direct definition: 'A stereotype is a general belief that all members of a group share the same characteristics.'
Question 25
Points: 1
Why do some people support stereotypes?
Explanation
According to the text, 'Supporters argue that stereotypes can sometimes help people understand unfamiliar cultures. They believe that general patterns may offer a starting point...'
Question 26
Points: 1
What does the word "relying" most nearly mean?
Explanation
In the phrase 'Relying too heavily on stereotypes,' the word 'relying' means to be dependent on or to trust in something. 'Depending' is the closest synonym.
Question 27
Points: 1
According to critics, what is one danger of stereotypes?
Explanation
The text states that critics argue stereotypes can create misunderstandings and that 'Relying too heavily on stereotypes may lead people to make unfair assumptions...'
Question 28
Points: 1
Which situation best reflects the ideas in the text?
Explanation
The text promotes cultural awareness and open-mindedness, suggesting people should 'learn about individuals as well as cultures' instead of assuming everyone is the same. This aligns with learning about a person before forming a judgment.
Question 29
Points: 1
What is most likely to happen if people remain open-minded?
Explanation
The concluding part of the text states that the approach of being open-minded and learning about individuals 'encourages respect and improves intercultural communication.'
Question 30
Points: 1
What is the main point of the text?
Explanation
While the text acknowledges a potential use for stereotypes as a starting point, its overall message, highlighted by the expert opinion, is that 'cultural awareness is more useful than stereotypes.'
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