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What is the practice of keeping and grazing animals on natural pastures commonly known as?
What is the practice of keeping and grazing animals on natural pastures commonly known as?
What type of farming focuses on rearing animals and does not involve moving in search of pasture?
What type of farming focuses on rearing animals and does not involve moving in search of pasture?
Which type of farming is also known as tree crop farming and has a high commercial value?
Which type of farming is also known as tree crop farming and has a high commercial value?
What is characterized by growing crops and rearing animals for personal consumption?
What is characterized by growing crops and rearing animals for personal consumption?
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Which farming method involves the cultivation of tropical crops like tea and coffee?
Which farming method involves the cultivation of tropical crops like tea and coffee?
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What type of farming involves the growing of crops without keeping animals?
What type of farming involves the growing of crops without keeping animals?
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Shifting cultivation is commonly practised in which region?
Shifting cultivation is commonly practised in which region?
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What is the main purpose of subsistence farming?
What is the main purpose of subsistence farming?
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What is the primary purpose of the Gregorian calendar?
What is the primary purpose of the Gregorian calendar?
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Which month is known to have only 28 days in a common year?
Which month is known to have only 28 days in a common year?
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What distinguishes the black and red dates on a calendar?
What distinguishes the black and red dates on a calendar?
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Which months of the year are known to have 31 days?
Which months of the year are known to have 31 days?
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What type of calendar is the Gregorian calendar classified as?
What type of calendar is the Gregorian calendar classified as?
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For what specific purpose was the Gregorian calendar originally created?
For what specific purpose was the Gregorian calendar originally created?
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How many days does the month of April have?
How many days does the month of April have?
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Which of the following months does not fit into the group of months having 30 days?
Which of the following months does not fit into the group of months having 30 days?
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What primary purpose does the Gregorian calendar serve in the context mentioned?
What primary purpose does the Gregorian calendar serve in the context mentioned?
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Which of the following best describes the meaning of the term 'contemporary' as used in the context?
Which of the following best describes the meaning of the term 'contemporary' as used in the context?
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What can be inferred about the discussion of calendars in different communities?
What can be inferred about the discussion of calendars in different communities?
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Which line likely discusses the significance of ceremonial aspects in the passage?
Which line likely discusses the significance of ceremonial aspects in the passage?
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Why do many countries use the Gregorian calendar according to the provided context?
Why do many countries use the Gregorian calendar according to the provided context?
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Which term likely refers to the act of documenting or mapping historical events?
Which term likely refers to the act of documenting or mapping historical events?
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If calendars worldwide were to vanish, what would likely be a consequence?
If calendars worldwide were to vanish, what would likely be a consequence?
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What is the likely meaning of 'evolved' in the context of changes over time?
What is the likely meaning of 'evolved' in the context of changes over time?
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What is the estimated road crash fatality rate in Ethiopia per 10,000 vehicles per year?
What is the estimated road crash fatality rate in Ethiopia per 10,000 vehicles per year?
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In Ethiopia, which demographic is most affected by road traffic fatalities?
In Ethiopia, which demographic is most affected by road traffic fatalities?
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What percentage of fatalities in the US are accounted for by car drivers?
What percentage of fatalities in the US are accounted for by car drivers?
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What is the total estimated health and life-related cost of motor vehicle injuries in Addis Ababa in 2010?
What is the total estimated health and life-related cost of motor vehicle injuries in Addis Ababa in 2010?
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What was the effectiveness rating of traffic law enforcement in Ethiopia in 2009?
What was the effectiveness rating of traffic law enforcement in Ethiopia in 2009?
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Which enforcement strategy is deemed most efficient to respond to the road safety crisis in Ethiopia?
Which enforcement strategy is deemed most efficient to respond to the road safety crisis in Ethiopia?
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Among the total number of road traffic accidents in Addis Ababa from 2000-2009, what percentage were drivers involved in fatalities?
Among the total number of road traffic accidents in Addis Ababa from 2000-2009, what percentage were drivers involved in fatalities?
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What is a major issue hindering the effectiveness of existing traffic laws in Ethiopia?
What is a major issue hindering the effectiveness of existing traffic laws in Ethiopia?
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What must a car owner have according to the traffic regulations?
What must a car owner have according to the traffic regulations?
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Which option indicates a rule regarding smoking while driving?
Which option indicates a rule regarding smoking while driving?
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What is the primary reason for accidents mentioned in the letter?
What is the primary reason for accidents mentioned in the letter?
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What should children do when crossing roads according to traffic regulations?
What should children do when crossing roads according to traffic regulations?
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How should people behave who have violated traffic rules?
How should people behave who have violated traffic rules?
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What is the purpose of Maryamawit's letter?
What is the purpose of Maryamawit's letter?
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Which action is not permitted according to the traffic rules discussed?
Which action is not permitted according to the traffic rules discussed?
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Which statement reflects the correct action regarding traffic rules?
Which statement reflects the correct action regarding traffic rules?
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What does 'endangered' refer to in the context of animals?
What does 'endangered' refer to in the context of animals?
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What are the main human activities mentioned that threaten animal habitats?
What are the main human activities mentioned that threaten animal habitats?
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In terms of vocabulary, what is the opposite of 'important' as mentioned in the activities?
In terms of vocabulary, what is the opposite of 'important' as mentioned in the activities?
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What is likely to happen to animal populations as human settlements increase?
What is likely to happen to animal populations as human settlements increase?
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Which term best describes the relationship between pollution and animal survival?
Which term best describes the relationship between pollution and animal survival?
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What is a common consequence of humans hunting wild animals?
What is a common consequence of humans hunting wild animals?
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What is one of the key factors contributing to the endangerment of species?
What is one of the key factors contributing to the endangerment of species?
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What does the term 'threat' signify in the context provided?
What does the term 'threat' signify in the context provided?
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Study Notes
Textbook Information
- English for Ethiopia
- Student's Book
- Grade 8
- Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia
- Ministry of Education
Textbook Care
- Textbook is the property of the school
- Take good care not to damage or lose it
- 10 ways to take care of the book:
- Cover the book with protective material (plastic, old newspapers, or magazines)
- Keep the book in a clean, dry place
- Keep hands clean when using the book
- Do not write on the cover or inside pages
- Use a piece of paper or cardboard as a bookmark
- Do not tear or cut out any pictures or pages
- Repair any torn pages with paste or tape
- Pack the book carefully when placing it in your school bag
- Handle the book with care when passing it to another person
- When using a new book for the first time, lay it on its back, open only a few pages at a time, and press lightly along the bound edge as you turn the pages. This will keep the cover in good condition.
Acknowledgements
- Thank the authors of various materials and resources used for textbook development.
- Thank the Ministry of Education and collaborators for guiding and supervising textbook and teacher's guide development.
Table of Contents
- Unit 1: Economic Activities in Rural Areas (page 1)
- Unit 2: Types of Calendars (page 12)
- Unit 3: Traffic Rules and Regulations (page 24)
- Unit 4: Animal Conservation (page 38)
- Unit 5: Livestock Farming (page 59)
- Unit 6: Afforestation (page 74)
- Unit 7: Charity (page 91)
- Unit 8: Personal Hygiene (page 108)
- Unit 9: Gender Equality (page 118)
- Unit 10: Computer Technology (page 131)
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