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Indicators:
EN1.1 Gr7/1-4 Understanding and ability in interpreting what has been heard and read from
various types of media, and ability to express opinions with reasons;
EN1.2 Gr7/1-5 Possessing language communication skills for effective exchange of
information;
efficient expression of feelings and opinions;
EN1.3 Gr7/1-2 Ability to speak and write about information, concepts and views on various
matters; and
EN4.1 Gr7/1 Ability to use foreign languages in various situations: in school, community
and society.

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The Magic Paintbrush
A long time ago in China there lived a poor boy called Liang. He had no family, so he made his
living by doing odd jobs for other people in his village, such as cutting wood and tending cattle. His life
was difficult, but Liang was a generous boy and always willing to help people who needed it. In his
heart he had a dream. He wanted to paint pictures and become a great artist. He practiced drawing all
the time. When he was in the forest cutting wood, he drew birds and animals with a stick. If he was
looking after a farmers’ cows he drew on the sides of the barn. Whatever he was doing he drew –
plants, animals, birds and people. He thought of nothing else except drawing, and soon he became
very good at it. One night Liang dreamed that an old man gave him a paintbrush. The man said it was
a magic paintbrush and Liang should use it to help people. When Liang woke up the next morning, he
was surprised to see that he had a beautiful paintbrush in his hand. Liang was hungry, so he painted a
bowl of rice. Suddenly the rice became real, and he ate it. Now he felt happy, so he drew a bird. The
bird came to life and flew away.
When Liang went into the village, he met an old farmer carrying water from the river to his field.
It was a long walk and the man was very tired. Liang painted a river beside the field and the river came
to life. Now the farmer could easily bring the water to his crops. Soon Liang met another villager who
was crying because his cow had died in the night, and there was no milk for his children. Liang drew a
cow, and it came to life. The villager was overjoyed and happily began to milk his cow.
From that day Liang used his paintbrush to help the people in his village. Whenever they needed
something, Liang would paint it. Soon the villagers began to prosper, and word of Liang’s magic
paintbrush began to travel beyond the village. People asked him, “Why don’t you use your magic
paintbrush to become rich?”
“What else do I need?” replied Liang. “I feel rich because I can help.”

It wasn’t long before a rich man who lived near the village heard about Liang’s magic paintbrush,
and thought he would use it to make himself richer than the emperor. This man decided to steal Liang’s
paintbrush. He sent some of his *thugs to Liang’s home, where they captured Liang and put him in
prison. The rich man took the paintbrush.

The rich man wanted to show off his power so he invited some friends to his house. He drew a
lot of pictures, but not one picture became real. The rich man figured there must be some special secret
that he didn’t know about, so he sent for Liang. When Liang stood before him he said, “If you draw
some pictures for me and they become real, I will let you go free.”
1. When the author says Liang was a genorous boy, what does this mean?
1) He wanted to help people certain people. 2) He wanted to be an artist.
3) He wanted people to do things for him 4) Willing to help people who need it.
2. Why was Liang surprised when he woke up after his dream?
1) Because he woke up 2) whatever he wanted he could have.
3) There was a beautiful paintbrush in his hand. 4) He knew how to pain masterpieces

3. What was special about the paintbrush Liang received from the old man?
1) It was beautifully decorated. 2) It changed colours.
3) Whatever Liang drew became real. 4) It worked like magic.
4. Why did the rich man decide to steal Liang’s paintbrush?
1) to be even richer 2) to be richer than the emperor
3) to paint whatever he wanted 4) to help people in any way he
could
5. What was the result Liang’s new paintbrush had on the surrounding villagers?
1) they all leanred how to paint 2) They began to prosper
3) They all became artists 4) They became richer than the
emperor
Question 2

Passage II (Items 1-5)

The Effects of Stress

There is a famous expression in English: "Stop the world, I want to get off!" This expression refers to a feeling
of panic, or stress, that makes a person want to stop whatever they are doing, try to relax, and become calm again.
'Stress' means pressure or tension. It is one of the most common causes of health problems in modern life. Too
much stress results in physical, emotional, and
mental health problems.

There are numerous physical effects of stress. Stress can affect the heart. It can increase the pulse rate, make
the heart miss beats, and can cause high blood pressure. Stress can affect the respiratory system. It can lead to
asthma. It can cause a person to breathe too fast, resulting in a loss of important carbon dioxide. Stress can affect
the stomach. It can cause stomach aches and problems digesting food. These are only a few examples of the wide
range of illnesses and symptoms resulting from stress.

Emotions are also easily affected by stress. People suffering from stress often feel anxious. They may have
panic attacks. They may feel tired all the time. When people are under stress, they often overreact to little
problems. For example, a normally gentle parent under a lot of stress at work may yell at a child for dropping a
glass of juice. Stress can make people angry, moody, or nervous.

Long-term stress can lead to a variety of serious mental illnesses. Depression, an extreme feeling of sadness
and hopelessness, can be the result of continued and increasing stress. Eating disorders, such as anorexia, are
sometimes caused by stress and are often made worse by stress. If stress is allowed to continue, then one's mental
health is put at risk.

It is obvious that stress is a serious problem. It attacks the body. It affects the emotions. Untreated, it may
eventually result in mental illness. Stress has a great influence on the health and well-being of our
bodies, our feelings, and our minds. So, reduce stress: stop the world and rest for a while.
1. According to the passage, what can be described as the meaning of the word “stress”?
1) the feeling of panic 2) the feeling of being excited
3) the feeling of moving too fast 4) the feeling of pressure or
tension
2. According to the passage, what is not listed as a physical effect of stress?
1) heart issues 2) respiratory issues
3) stomach issues 4) Brain issues
3. Which is the one option listed below that is not caused by long term stress?
1) physical problems 2) immune system problems
3) emotional problems 4) mental health problems
4. Which of the following can result from long-term stress?
1) joyfulness 2) Excitement
3) depression 4) Pride
5. Which of the following is not caused by long-term stress?
1) sadness 2) Constant laughing
3) hopelessness 4) anorexia