12th Grade English Exam Revision ENG 71
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What is the primary focus of Unit 1 in the exam revision booklet?

  • Making Medical Decisions
  • Exploring Genius: Nature or Nurture? (correct)
  • Facing Life’s Obstacles
  • Pushing the Boundaries

    • Gilles Tréhin created a two-dimensional representation of the city Urville.

    False

    At what age did Gilles Tréhin begin creating his city?

    five

    Like Daniel Tammet and other savants, Gilles Tréhin's incredible mental ability began emerging when he was ___ years old.

    <p>five</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of Gilles Tréhin's accomplishments apart from creating Urville?

    <p>Transforming his city into over 250 drawings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Savants like Tréhin use their strong mental abilities to better ___ into their worlds.

    <p>assimilate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>Ability = Has the capacity to perform Disabled = Doesn't have the ability to use all parts of his or her body Savants = Individuals with extraordinary abilities in specific areas Persistence = Continued effort despite difficulties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The term 'gerunds' refers to the use of verbs in their base form.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of impression did her mentor leave on her?

    <p>Indelible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Helen Keller had a positive experience throughout her life.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who became Helen Keller's teacher and friend for almost 50 years?

    <p>Annie Sullivan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Helen Keller was born in __________.

    <p>1880</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Helen Keller co-found?

    <p>American Civil Liberties Union</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following characteristics of Helen Keller with their descriptions:

    <p>Intelligent = She learned to read and write despite her disabilities. Resilient = She faced challenges but never gave up. Inspirational = Her life serves as an example to others. Activist = She fought for women's rights and civil liberties.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Helen Keller died in 1968 after a fulfilling life.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Many workers __________ their jobs due to harsh conditions.

    <p>abandoned</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of races did Eddie transition to after losing his sight?

    <p>Shorter races</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Eddie found it easy to exercise immediately after losing his sight.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was John hoping to impress Professor Kim with during the interview?

    <p>His dream for the future</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Eddie competes with the help of a ______.

    <p>guide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their meanings:

    <p>Persevere = Persist despite difficulties Misconception = An incorrect belief or interpretation Inspiring = Motivating or encouraging Diagnosis = Identification of a disease or condition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a synonym for 'persevere'?

    <p>Desist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Physicians are always certain about the effects of alternative remedies.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did researchers study in relation to natural remedies?

    <p>The interaction with traditional medicines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant lifestyle change did Buddy's parents make in response to his disease?

    <p>Moved to a rural area and ate organically</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Buddy's health improved as a result of his parents' move to a more urban environment.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe someone who strongly supports something and is vocal about it?

    <p>Advocate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Buddy's parents were ________ about the traditional treatment methods for his disease.

    <p>skeptical</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the vocabulary word with its definition:

    <p>Potential = Possibility Revolutionize = To change the way people think or do something Reliable = Dependable Consult = To seek out advice from a professional</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has been one of the benefits of genetic testing in recent years?

    <p>A more common way to diagnose diseases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The environmental factors surrounding a patient do not impact their health.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Patients should ________ multiple doctors to gather different opinions about their treatment.

    <p>consult</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Human Genome Project was a study that ________.

    <p>identified every human gene</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How strong is the writer's support of personalized medicine?

    <p>very weak</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Researchers have completely mapped all possible gene interactions involved in personalized medicine.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The concept of personalized medicine began in the 1800s with the discovery of inherited traits.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the word 'conventional' most nearly mean?

    <p>Standard or traditional</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the structure of the third conditional?

    <p>If + past perfect, would/wouldn't have + past participle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the word with its meaning:

    <p>Advances = B.Discoveries Roots = A.Original beginnings Launched = B.Started Revolutionize = A.Completely change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the word 'alternative' most nearly mean?

    <p>Different</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do home genetic testing kits primarily analyze?

    <p>Saliva samples</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Home genetic testing provides a comprehensive analysis of an individual's entire genome.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one company that offers home genetic testing.

    <p>23andMe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Home genetic testing is appealing because it offers __________ and privacy.

    <p>convenience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their correct descriptions:

    <p>AncestryDNA = A home genetic testing company Health risks = Potential medical conditions indicated by genetic information Saliva sample = Type of sample collected for genetic testing Genetic predisposition = Increased likelihood of developing a certain disease based on genetics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a disadvantage of home genetic testing?

    <p>Lack of professional interpretation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Home genetic testing can help individuals understand their ancestry and traits.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential benefit of home genetic testing?

    <p>Accessibility to personal genetic information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    English Department Exam Revision Booklet

    • Grade: 12
    • Course Code: ENG 71
    • Exam: End of Term 1

    Materials Covered in Exam

    • Unit 1 Reading/Writing (R/W): Genius: Nature or Nurture? Vocabulary, Past Perfect Grammar, Opinion Essay
    • Unit 1 Language/Skills (L/S): Exploring Genius (Vocabulary)
    • Unit 2 Reading/Writing (R/W): Exploring Genius & Facing Life's Obstacles; Vocabulary, Passive Voice Grammar, Opinion Essay
    • Unit 2 Language/Skills (L/S): Pushing the Boundaries (Vocabulary), Gerunds & Infinitives Grammar
    • Unit 3 Reading/Writing (R/W): Making Medical Decisions; Vocabulary, Gerunds and Infinitives Grammar, Past Unreal Conditionals

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