8th Grade Indonesian: Simple Past Tense
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What was the best part of Vani’s experience at the charity event?

  • Got an award for his help.
  • Finishing the event ahead of schedule.
  • Organizing donations and food for guests.
  • Seeing everyone feeling happy and grateful. (correct)

What is Rina's perspective on charity work?

  • She is indifferent towards its impact.
  • She considers it a great opportunity to help others. (correct)
  • She thinks it is a waste of effort.
  • She believes it is only for leisure.

Why does Vani consider charity to have a positive impact?

  • Because of the excitement it brings.
  • Because it allows for event organization.
  • Because it positively affects the community. (correct)
  • Because it attracts famous personalities.

What was Vani's overall impression after attending the charity event?

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Which phrase correctly describes the Past Continuous Tense's structure?

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What is an appropriate example of Past Continuous Tense?

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Which subject form uses 'were' in Past Continuous Tense?

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Why is Past Continuous Tense particularly useful?

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What did Vandra initially think about traveling by train?

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What can be inferred about the horse cart rider's character?

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What does the phrase 'She never gave up' imply about the horse cart rider?

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Why was Vandra amazed by the horse cart rider?

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What was Adi’s primary concern before going to school?

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How did Adi feel during the flag hoisting ceremony?

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What was Adi’s reaction to his mother’s reminder to eat breakfast?

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What effect did the heat have on Adi during the ceremony?

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Which sentence correctly uses the past continuous tense?

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In the conversation, what was Rina doing yesterday at 5 PM?

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What is the main purpose of recount text?

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Which of the following is an example of a negative sentence in past continuous?

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Choose the correct verb form to complete the sentence: 'When I ______ (watch) TV, my sister ______ (talk) to her friend.'

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Complete the sentence: 'I always have cereal for ______ in the morning.'

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Which of the following sentences is in the affirmative form of past continuous?

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What part of speech is 'breakfast' in the following sentence: 'I always have cereal for breakfast in the morning.'?

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What inspired generations of scientists worldwide?

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For what achievement was Marie Curie awarded her second Nobel Prize?

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How did Marie Curie’s discoveries influence the medical field?

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What was the primary reason for Marie Curie's move to Paris in 1891?

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In which paragraph are Marie Curie's challenges as a female scientist discussed?

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When did Marie Curie earn her first Nobel Prize?

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What is the primary focus of the content?

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What was the mood in the art class while drawing portraits?

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What did the author learn about diversity from their experience at the festival?

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Which phrase correctly completes the sentence about traditional clothing?

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What is the correct sequence to form a meaningful paragraph about visiting Global School?

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What did Ms. Nyen encounter while giving her speech?

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What is the appropriate sequence for the events during the family's picnic?

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What was the main theme expressed in the author's description of cultural differences?

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According to the content, what was the significance of the lightning conductor invented by Benjamin Franklin?

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In which way did the festival experience affect the author's view on customs?

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What is the correct formula for forming an affirmative sentence in the Past Continuous tense?

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Which of the following examples correctly illustrates simultaneous actions in the past?

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Which adverb would best clarify when an action took place in the Past Continuous tense?

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What is the negative form of the Past Continuous for the subject 'They'?

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What would be the correct interrogative form of the Past Continuous for a singular subject 'she'?

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When is 'was' used in the Past Continuous tense?

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What does the sentence 'At 10 AM two days ago, they were working in the garden' demonstrate?

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Which of the following sentences is NOT in the Past Continuous tense?

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Flashcards

Past Continuous Tense

Describes actions happening at a specific time in the past.

Past Continuous Tense - was/were

The past tense of "to be" (was/were) is used to form this tense.

Past Continuous Tense - -ing form

The verb follows was/were in the -ing form.

Charity - Vani's opinion

Vani thinks charity has a positive impact on the community.

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Charity Event - best part

Seeing everyone happy and grateful was the best part for Vani.

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Vani's impression (charity event)

Vani felt satisfied and happy about helping others.

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Past Continuous Tense - use

Used to show an action in progress at a specific time in the past.

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Present continuous tense

To describe actions that are taking place now.

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Two simultaneous actions in the past

Used to describe two actions occurring at the same time in the past.

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Past Continuous Formula (Affirmative)

Subject + was/were + verb-ing.

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Past Continuous Formula (Negative)

Subject + was/were + not + verb-ing

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Past Continuous Formula (Interrogative)

Was/Were + subject + verb-ing?

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Past Continuous Formula (Negative Interrogative)

Was/Were + subject + not + verb-ing?

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Specific Time Descriptors

Words like "at 8pm yesterday" or "last night" are used to specify when an activity happened.

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Past Continuous - Singular Subjects

Use 'was' with I, he, she, it.

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Past Continuous Tense Formation

The Past Continuous Tense is formed using 'was/were' followed by the verb's -ing form.

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Past Continuous Tense: Affirmative

Subject + was/were + verb-ing.

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Past Continuous Tense: Negative

Subject + was/were + not + verb-ing

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Past Continuous Tense: Interrogative

Was/Were + subject + verb-ing?

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Past Continuous Tense Use: Simultaneous Actions

Used to describe two or more actions happening at the same time in the past.

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Past Continuous Tense Use: Interrupted Action

Used to show an action in progress that was interrupted by another action.

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Recount Text Purpose

A type of text that tells a story, action, or activity, often about someone's experience. It aims to entertain and inform.

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Vandra's Journey

Vandra travels by train for the first time and then takes a horse cart to his uncle's house.

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Horse Cart Rider

The horse cart rider is a strong, dark-skinned woman who is a wife and a mother of three.

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Rider's Dream

The horse cart rider has a strong desire for her children to be successful.

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Hard Work Pays Off

The rider believes that her hard work will lead to positive results and her children's success.

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Flag Hoisting Ceremony

A school event where a flag is raised, usually accompanied by patriotic songs or speeches.

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Adi's Dilemma

Adi feels dizzy and faints during the flag hoisting ceremony, possibly due to the heat and lack of breakfast.

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Sun's Intensity

The sun is described as shining brightly, highlighting the hot weather conditions.

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Adi's Neglect

Adi refuses breakfast before school, which might be a factor contributing to his fainting.

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Marie Curie's impact on science

Marie Curie's research and discoveries revolutionized the field of science, particularly in the areas of radioactivity and nuclear physics. Her pioneering work laid the foundation for future advancements in these fields.

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Marie Curie's Nobel Prizes

Marie Curie received two Nobel Prizes, one in Physics (1903) for her research on radioactivity alongside her husband and Henri Becquerel, and another in Chemistry (1911) for her discovery of radium and polonium.

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What was Marie Curie's second Nobel Prize for?

Marie Curie's second Nobel Prize, awarded in 1911, was for her discovery of the radioactive elements radium and polonium.

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Marie Curie's impact on medicine

Marie Curie's discoveries in radioactivity led to the development of X-rays and radiation therapy, revolutionizing cancer treatment and medical diagnostics.

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Why did Marie Curie move to Paris?

Marie Curie moved to Paris in 1891 to pursue her studies at the prestigious University of Paris, known as the Sorbonne.

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Challenges faced by Marie Curie

Marie Curie faced challenges as a female scientist during a time when women's roles in science were limited. She encountered sexism and discrimination, which limited her access to resources and recognition.

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What is the text mainly about?

The main purpose of the text is to highlight Marie Curie's groundbreaking scientific contributions, emphasizing her perseverance, dedication, and impact on the field of science. It also touches upon the challenges she faced as a female scientist in her time.

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Mr. Adi's art class

In Mr. Adi's art class, students were tasked with drawing portraits of each other. It was a lighthearted and humorous experience, allowing students to express their creativity despite their lack of artistic skills.

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Cultural Differences

The way people in different cultures might act or behave differently in situations like eating or wearing clothes.

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Embrace New Customs

Openly accepting and trying to understand the customs and traditions of different cultures.

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Beauty of Diversity

The unique and valuable characteristics of different cultures, making the world a more interesting and enriching place.

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Sentence Order

The correct sequence of words in a sentence to convey a clear and understandable meaning.

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Paragraph Organization

The way sentences are arranged in a paragraph to create a logical flow and a clear understanding of the topic.

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Past Continuous Tense (Form)

A verb tense used to describe an action that was happening at a specific time in the past.

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Past Continuous Tense (Formula)

Subject + 'was/were' + verb-ing

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Study Notes

Language Study Notes

  • This document appears to be study materials for an 8th-grade Indonesian language class, specifically focused on English grammar (simple past tense).
  • The handouts cover the simple past tense, distinguishing between regular and irregular verbs.
  • Different tenses are shown with charts for positive, negative and question forms.
  • Additional information includes time expressions and examples.
  • The material also includes exercises and practice questions.

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This quiz is designed for 8th-grade Indonesian language students focusing on English grammar, specifically the simple past tense. It includes topics such as regular and irregular verbs, time expressions, and various sentence forms. Students will encounter exercises and practice questions to reinforce their understanding.

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