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A.

Multiple Choice
For each question from 1 to 10, four options are given. One of them is the correct
answer. Make your choice (A, B, C, or D) and cross (x) the letter.

Read the text to answer questions 1 to 3.

Sarah had never been to a concert before, so when


she got the chance to go with her friends, she was
super excited! They walked together to the concert
hall, and Sarah could already hear the music from
far away. As they got closer, the sound got louder,
and she felt her heart beating faster.

When they finally arrived, Sarah saw lots of people waiting outside. She clutched
her ticket tightly and followed her friends inside. The hall was huge, and there
were colorful lights everywhere. Sarah couldn't stop smiling as she watched the
musicians setting up on stage. When the music started, she couldn't help but
join in the fun with her friends. It was like being in a dream! And even though
the concert eventually ended, Sarah knew she'd always remember her very first
concert.

1. Sarah was excited about going to the concert because…


A. she had never been to a concert before.
B. she wanted to see her favourite musicians.
C. her friends had promised to take her.
D. All of the above

2. What does "join in the fun" mean?


A. To participate the enjoyment
B. To be happy
C. To be bored
D. To cry

3. Sarah thought the concert was like being a dream because…


A. She couldn't find her friends.
B. She fell asleep during the concert.
C. She had a nightmare during the concert.
D. She couldn't believe how much fun she was having.
Read the text to answer no. 4 and 6.

The xylophone is a timeless instrument loved for its beautiful sound. Made of
wooden bars struck with mallets, it creates vibrant tones that resonate with
listeners worldwide. From orchestras to jazz clubs and folk music traditions, the
xylophone's versatility shines through, adding colour and rhythm to various
musical styles.

Not just for entertainment, the xylophone is also a


popular tool for music education and therapy. Its
easy-to-play design makes it accessible for learners
of all ages, while its therapeutic qualities provide a
means of expression and emotional release. With its
enduring charm and joyful melodies, the xylophone
continues to bring smiles to faces and harmony to
ears everywhere.

4. Traditional xylophone bars are typically made from…


A. Plastic
B. Wood
C. Glass
D. Brass

5. Based on the text, the reason why a xylophone is popular for music education
is…
A. It's colourful
B. It's easy to play
C. It's easy to carry
D. It's hard to learn

6. What is emphasized about the xylophone in the text?


A. Its long history
B. Its size and weight
C. Its different shapes
D. Its use in school
7. Tom : I saw some delicious cookies in the kitchen. Are they Mary's?
Emma: No, they're ___________________. I just bought it this morning.
A. hers C. mine
B. his D. yours

8. Tom : I found these books on the table. Are they Sarah and Cally's?
John : Yes, it's _____________.
A. Hers C. mine
B. Theirs D. yours

9. The scientist __________ discovered the cure for the disease won the Nobel Prize.
A. who C. where
B. which D. when

10. The book __________ I borrowed from the library was very interesting.
A. who C. where
B. which D. when

B. Short Answer
1. Read the descriptions and write the musical instruments. There is an extra
option.
drums violin recorder saxophone piano tuba

a. I am made of wood and have four strings, and when you draw a bow
across me, I sing. What am I?
b. I have black and white keys but I'm not a door, and when you press my
keys, I create a melodious song. What am I?
c. I come in various shapes and sizes, with reeds or mouthpieces you blow. I
produce harmonious surprises in jazz and orchestras. What am I?
d. I'm large and made of brass, with three valves that you press. When you
blow into me, I create deep, resonant sounds. What am I?
e. I'm small and handheld, with holes for your fingers to cover. When you
blow into me and cover the holes, sweet music appears. What am I?
2. Complete the dialogues.
his yours theirs ours mine its hers

a. Bella : Jack and Jimmy, are these your drums?


Jack : Yes, they’re ours.

b. Rania : Martha, is this your homework?


Martha : No, it’s not __________________.

c. Stella : Is this grandma’s jacket?


Dave : Yes, it’s __________________.

d. Bastian : That’s a beautiful violin. Is it Ben’s?


Willi : Yes, it’s ________________________.

e. Billy : Is this Anna and Ricky’s car?


Clark : No, _____________ is the blue one over there.

f. Imelda : This is my new saxophone.


Zelena : Is it really ______________?

g. Taylor : Jan and Leo, is this your dog?


Leo : Yes, it’s ___________________.

3. Complete the sentences. Use: who, which and where.


a. The person ____________________ found my lost wallet returned it to me.
b. The book ____________________ I borrowed from the library was very
informative.
c. The city ____________________ I was born is known for its historical landmarks.
d. The restaurant ____________________ we had dinner last night had excellent
service.
e. The laptop ____________________ I bought online arrived in perfect condition.
4. Read the text and complete the text.

THE VIOLIN

The violin is the 1) smallest (smallest/smaller/small) member of the string


family. It is sometimes called a fiddle. A big orchestra
2) ____________ (have/has/had) more violins than any other single
instrument. The violin section has two areas, the first and second violins.
The first violins play the highest notes, and the second violins play the
lower notes. A person 3) _______________ (which/who/be) plays the violin is
called a violinist. It is one of the most important orchestral instruments.
In the past, some composers wrote music only for the violin.

Almost 70 pieces of wood make a violin 4) ________ (but/because/and) most


of its parts are glued together with a special glue.

The modern violin 5) _______________ (is/was/are) about


400 years old. But other string instruments that look
6) _______________________ (as/like/to) the violin are more
than 1,000 years old. Violins come in different sizes.
There are eight main sizes, from 23cm to 36cm.

5. Read the text in no. 4 again and write TRUE or FALSE.


a. A big orchestra has more violins than any other single instrument.
b. The first violins play the lowest notes, and the second violins play the
highest notes.
c. A person who plays the violin is called a violinist.
d. Violins are mostly made of metal parts.
e. The modern violin is about 400 years old.
f. There is only one size of violin.

C. Essay
1. Correct the mistakes. Write the whole sentences.
a. Alan is the person which plays the bagpipes in the band.
Alan is the person who plays the bagpipes in the band.
b. The instrument where Peter plays is the violin.
______________________________________________________________________________________
c. The park who Lou and Eva play is near the bus stop.
______________________________________________________________________________________
d. Sam is the boy which is colouring.
______________________________________________________________________________________
e. Vicky and Lisa are the girls where are cooking in the kitchen.
______________________________________________________________________________________
2. Look and write 5 sentences with who or which.

1) ______________________________________________________________________________________
2) ______________________________________________________________________________________
3) ______________________________________________________________________________________
4) ______________________________________________________________________________________
5) ______________________________________________________________________________________

3. Read the text and answer the questions in complete sentences.


Lily decided to bake a cake for her mom's birthday. She gathered all
the ingredients: flour, sugar, eggs, butter, and vanilla. She carefully measured each
one, making sure not to spill. She mixed them all together in a big bowl, singing
her favourite song as she worked. Once the batter was smooth and creamy, she
poured it into a pan and put it in the oven. While the cake baked, Lily decorated
the kitchen with streamers and balloons, excited to surprise her mom.

When the timer beeped, Lily carefully took the


cake out of the oven. It was golden brown and smelled
delicious. After letting it cool, she spread bright pink frosting
on top and sprinkled it with colourful candies. Just as she
finished, her mom walked in and gasped with joy. "Happy
Birthday, Mom!" Lily shouted, giving her a big hug. They sat
down to enjoy the cake together, laughing and talking about how special the day
was.

a. What did Lily decide to do for her mom's birthday?


______________________________________________________________________________________
b. What did Lily do while she mixed the ingredients?
______________________________________________________________________________________
c. What did Lily do after the cake had cooled?
______________________________________________________________________________________
d. How did Lily’s mom react when she saw the cake?
______________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________
e. Imagine Lily forgot to set the timer for the cake. Predict what might have
happened.
______________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________
4. Read the text in no. 3. Reorder the story by writing no. 1-4.
 While the cake baked, she decorated the kitchen with streamers
and balloons.
 Lily chose to bake a cake for her mom's birthday.
 Her mom was excited when she saw the cake, and they enjoyed the
special day together, laughing and talking.
 After the cake cooled, she frosted it with pink icing and
colourful candies.

5. Read the text and answer the questions in complete sentences.


Sammy was a curious kid who always wanted to learn how to play
the piano. One sunny afternoon, Sammy's mom surprised him with a shiny
new keyboard. Excited, Sammy sat down and tried pressing some keys, but
the sounds didn't seem right. He decided to take piano lessons and met
Mrs. Miller, a kind and patient teacher. At his first lesson, Sammy learned
about the different keys and practiced playing simple tunes like "Twinkle,
Twinkle, Little Star." Even though it was tough at first, Sammy felt proud
every time he learned a new song.
After a few weeks of practice, Sammy
noticed he was getting better. He could play "Mary
Had a Little Lamb" without making any mistakes!
He even started composing his own little melodies.
His family loved listening to him play, and Sammy
felt happy knowing he could share music with them.
Sammy learned that with patience and practice, he
could achieve his dreams. He was excited to keep
learning more songs and maybe even perform at
the school talent show one day!

a. Who is the main character of the story?


______________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________
b. What is the story about?
______________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________
c. What songs did Sammy learn to play during his piano lessons?
______________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________
d. Why do you think Sammy was excited about learning to play the piano?
______________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________

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