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What do supporters of chat chewing claim it helps to postpone?
What do supporters of chat chewing claim it helps to postpone?
What is one of the main health concerns raised by medical authorities regarding chat chewing?
What is one of the main health concerns raised by medical authorities regarding chat chewing?
According to the discussion, what is a consequence of chat chewing that affects educational pursuits?
According to the discussion, what is a consequence of chat chewing that affects educational pursuits?
What negative effect of chat chewing is linked to sexual health?
What negative effect of chat chewing is linked to sexual health?
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What do supporters compare chat chewing to in terms of lesser evils?
What do supporters compare chat chewing to in terms of lesser evils?
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How do medical authorities view the advantages of chat chewing?
How do medical authorities view the advantages of chat chewing?
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What attitude do some authorities suggest towards chat chewing due to its addictive nature?
What attitude do some authorities suggest towards chat chewing due to its addictive nature?
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What term describes the combination of chat chewing with other habits like smoking and drinking?
What term describes the combination of chat chewing with other habits like smoking and drinking?
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What does the term 'authorities' in paragraph 4 refer to?
What does the term 'authorities' in paragraph 4 refer to?
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What does the writer imply by the term 'malnutrition'?
What does the writer imply by the term 'malnutrition'?
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Which of the following is noted as an adverse impact of chewing chat?
Which of the following is noted as an adverse impact of chewing chat?
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What main idea does the writer convey in the last paragraph?
What main idea does the writer convey in the last paragraph?
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According to the passage, how have students responded to chewing chat?
According to the passage, how have students responded to chewing chat?
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What stance does the writer take regarding chat chewing?
What stance does the writer take regarding chat chewing?
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Which statement is FALSE regarding the chewing habit as mentioned in the passage?
Which statement is FALSE regarding the chewing habit as mentioned in the passage?
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What does 'they' refer to in paragraph 3, line 2?
What does 'they' refer to in paragraph 3, line 2?
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What would likely happen if English were spoken outside the classroom more regularly?
What would likely happen if English were spoken outside the classroom more regularly?
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What would help students become confident in their writing skills at university?
What would help students become confident in their writing skills at university?
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Which condition suggests that students would improve their English skills?
Which condition suggests that students would improve their English skills?
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What is implied about the focus on English skills in the future?
What is implied about the focus on English skills in the future?
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What would happen unless she studies hard?
What would happen unless she studies hard?
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What is incorrect about the sentence 'She is write the note just at the moment'?
What is incorrect about the sentence 'She is write the note just at the moment'?
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What is the correct form of the subject-verb agreement in 'The number of students are increasing in the class'?
What is the correct form of the subject-verb agreement in 'The number of students are increasing in the class'?
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What best describes the traditional practice of Chewing Chat?
What best describes the traditional practice of Chewing Chat?
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What is a significant aspect of a bride's status in traditional Ethiopian marriages?
What is a significant aspect of a bride's status in traditional Ethiopian marriages?
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What role do parents play in traditional Ethiopian marriages?
What role do parents play in traditional Ethiopian marriages?
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What cultural expectation exists regarding males before marriage in Ethiopia?
What cultural expectation exists regarding males before marriage in Ethiopia?
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What is the typical age difference in traditional marriages in Ethiopia?
What is the typical age difference in traditional marriages in Ethiopia?
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What is one requirement that groom's parents check before contacting a bride's parents?
What is one requirement that groom's parents check before contacting a bride's parents?
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How far back do some families check their kinship before marriage negotiations in Ethiopia?
How far back do some families check their kinship before marriage negotiations in Ethiopia?
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What perception is held in traditional Ethiopian culture about a bride who loses her virginity before marriage?
What perception is held in traditional Ethiopian culture about a bride who loses her virginity before marriage?
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What cultural practice is described regarding a groom's search for a bride?
What cultural practice is described regarding a groom's search for a bride?
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What has changed regarding women's perspectives in the workplace?
What has changed regarding women's perspectives in the workplace?
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How have men’s views on women evolved?
How have men’s views on women evolved?
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Which of the following statements about men's roles is true?
Which of the following statements about men's roles is true?
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What does 'this' in paragraph 2 line 1 most likely refer to?
What does 'this' in paragraph 2 line 1 most likely refer to?
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What role have men taken on regarding household chores?
What role have men taken on regarding household chores?
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What is indicated about women's roles compared to the past?
What is indicated about women's roles compared to the past?
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According to the passage, what common misconception about men is addressed?
According to the passage, what common misconception about men is addressed?
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What do men learn from their new responsibilities at home?
What do men learn from their new responsibilities at home?
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What has contributed to the changing roles of women and men in society?
What has contributed to the changing roles of women and men in society?
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Which option correctly reflects the role of women in the past according to the passage?
Which option correctly reflects the role of women in the past according to the passage?
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According to the passage, what is a possible consequence of the shift in women's roles?
According to the passage, what is a possible consequence of the shift in women's roles?
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Which of the following statements is true concerning societal norms about marriage?
Which of the following statements is true concerning societal norms about marriage?
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Which reason might justify a husband's multiple wives in certain societies?
Which reason might justify a husband's multiple wives in certain societies?
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How have the roles of women changed in contemporary society compared to the past?
How have the roles of women changed in contemporary society compared to the past?
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What implication does the passage suggest about traditional gender roles?
What implication does the passage suggest about traditional gender roles?
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What can be inferred about the engagement process mentioned in the passage?
What can be inferred about the engagement process mentioned in the passage?
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Study Notes
Individual Assignments
- Anan Dibaba runs 10 kms every Sunday at 6:30 AM.
- She usually wakes up early and takes a shower.
- HIV/AIDS is a major global issue.
- It's believed to be a punishment from God.
- Scientists have established ways to control its spread.
- HIV attacks the immune system by destroying WBCs.
- It's transmitted through blood contact and kissing infected people.
- A girl went to hell for wrongdoings, witnessing people suffering in flames, snow, and thorny grass.
- The girl prayed to God not to experience those punishments.
- She was sent back to earth.
- People are tempted by wrongdoings.
Conditionals
- If English is more frequently spoken outside the classroom, students will improve their communication skills.
- If students practice writing skills in high school, they will be more confident in university.
- A student-centered approach would improve English skills equally.
Impacts of Chewing Chat
- Chat chewing is a traditional practice in some Eastern African countries.
- It's a serious problem, contributing to epidemic proportions amongst students.
- Chat chewers argue that it reduces fatigue and improves concentration.
- Additionally, it helps reduce cravings for food and other stimulants potentially distracting them and generates income.
- Medical authorities, however, warn that it leads to loss of appetite, malnutrition, addiction, and sleeplessness.
Comprehension Questions
- Supporters of chat chewing claim it has an economic benefit and a stimulating effect.
- "Authorities" refer to medical doctors.
- "Malnutrition" means lack of proper nutrition.
- Chat chewing's negative impacts are loss of appetite, sleeplessness, and loss of sexual and other capacities.
- The spread of chat chewing is significant in Central and Southeast Africa, including Ethiopia.
- The passage advocates for banning the product due to its adverse effects.
Part Two: TRUE or FALSE
- The habit of chewing chat is a progressive one.
- Chewers do not necessarily believe that chewing chat protects them from exhaustion.
- Chat chewing outbreak is reported amongst students in African countries.
- The writer included no comments about the needed actions.
- The writer is against the chewing of chat.
Part Three: Pronoun Referrals
- "They" (paragraph 3, line 2): refers to medical authorities.
- "This" (paragraph 5, line 1): refers to the chat product.
- "His" (paragraph 2, line 3): refers to a student chewer.
- "It" (paragraph 2, line 1): refers to the chewing habit.
- "This" (paragraph 1, line 3): refers to the habit of chewing chat.
Part Four: Vocabulary Matching
- Hearsay = unconfirmed report
- Impotent = powerless
- Provoke = aggravate
- Contend = argue
- Unbreakable = permanent
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