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Which economic activity involves extracting natural resources from the earth?
Which economic activity involves extracting natural resources from the earth?
- Fishing
- Mining (correct)
- Sewing/stitching
- Planting
What economic activity is primarily concerned with cultivating crops?
What economic activity is primarily concerned with cultivating crops?
- Fishing
- Farming (correct)
- Mining
- Sewing/stitching
Which of the following activities is related to the process of transforming raw materials into products?
Which of the following activities is related to the process of transforming raw materials into products?
- Planting
- Sewing/stitching (correct)
- Mining
- Fishing
Which economic activity typically takes place in water bodies?
Which economic activity typically takes place in water bodies?
What is the primary objective of economic activities in rural areas?
What is the primary objective of economic activities in rural areas?
Which of the following is a primary economic activity in many rural areas?
Which of the following is a primary economic activity in many rural areas?
What is a common method to assess economic activities in rural areas?
What is a common method to assess economic activities in rural areas?
Which of these activities contributes to the livelihood of people in rural areas?
Which of these activities contributes to the livelihood of people in rural areas?
What is the main characteristic of shifting cultivation?
What is the main characteristic of shifting cultivation?
Which farming practice is primarily practiced in arid and semi-arid regions?
Which farming practice is primarily practiced in arid and semi-arid regions?
What distinguishes subsistence farming from other types of farming?
What distinguishes subsistence farming from other types of farming?
Which farming type refers to the rearing of cattle specifically for milk production?
Which farming type refers to the rearing of cattle specifically for milk production?
What is another name for commercial plantation/agriculture?
What is another name for commercial plantation/agriculture?
What does mixed farming primarily involve?
What does mixed farming primarily involve?
Which of the following practices does arable farming NOT engage in?
Which of the following practices does arable farming NOT engage in?
What is the primary focus of dairy farming?
What is the primary focus of dairy farming?
What does the verb phrase 'shout by...' in Paragraph 4, Line 2 refer to?
What does the verb phrase 'shout by...' in Paragraph 4, Line 2 refer to?
In Paragraph 5, Line 4, the pronoun 'them' refers to which of the following?
In Paragraph 5, Line 4, the pronoun 'them' refers to which of the following?
What does the pronoun 'they' refer to in Paragraph 5, the second line from the last?
What does the pronoun 'they' refer to in Paragraph 5, the second line from the last?
In Paragraph 6, Line 1, what does the pronoun 'this' mean?
In Paragraph 6, Line 1, what does the pronoun 'this' mean?
What does the pronoun 'it' mean in Paragraph 3, Line 2?
What does the pronoun 'it' mean in Paragraph 3, Line 2?
In Paragraph 6, Line 5, what does the expression 'in this part of Ethiopia...' mean?
In Paragraph 6, Line 5, what does the expression 'in this part of Ethiopia...' mean?
When preparing interview questions for local authorities, which of the following is a suggested question?
When preparing interview questions for local authorities, which of the following is a suggested question?
Flashcards
Economic Activities
Economic Activities
Different ways people earn a living in a community, such as farming, fishing, or mining.
Rural Areas
Rural Areas
Areas outside of cities, often characterized by farms, villages, and small towns.
Farming
Farming
Growing crops or raising animals for food or other purposes.
Fishing
Fishing
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Mining
Mining
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Average National Income
Average National Income
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Contribute
Contribute
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Forest
Forest
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Livestock Ranching/Farming
Livestock Ranching/Farming
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Commercial Plantation/Agriculture
Commercial Plantation/Agriculture
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Mixed Farming
Mixed Farming
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Subsistence Farming
Subsistence Farming
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Dairy Farming
Dairy Farming
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Arable Farming
Arable Farming
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Income
Income
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Profit
Profit
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Verb phrase 'shout by...' refers to
Verb phrase 'shout by...' refers to
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Pronoun 'them' refers to
Pronoun 'them' refers to
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Pronoun 'they' refers to
Pronoun 'they' refers to
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Pronoun 'this' means
Pronoun 'this' means
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Pronoun 'it' means
Pronoun 'it' means
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Pronoun 'it' means
Pronoun 'it' means
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Expressions 'in this part of Ethiopia...' means
Expressions 'in this part of Ethiopia...' means
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What is meant by 'disappearing wild animals'?
What is meant by 'disappearing wild animals'?
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Study Notes
English for Ethiopia Grade 8 Textbook
- This textbook is the property of the school.
- Take good care of the book to avoid damage or loss.
- There are ten ways to help take care of the book: cover the book with protective material, like plastic, old newspapers, or magazines; keep the book in a clean, dry place; ensure your hands are clean before touching 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 in your school bag; handle the book with care when passing it to another person; lay the new book on its back and open only a few pages at a time, press lightly along the bound edge as you turn the pages.
- The book is authored by Dr. Cherie Mesfin and Dr. Dawit Amogne (Bahir Dar University), and edited by Dr. Mulugeta Teka (Bahir Dar University), Dr. Berhanu Abera (Addis Ababa University), and Mrs. Rahel Abraham (Hawassa University).
- Illustrations are by Mr. Workineh Negasa (Hawassa University), and design is by Mr. Lijalem Mulugeta (Hawassa University).
- The Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia Ministry of Education is recognized on the book.
Table of Contents
- The textbook contains ten units:
- Unit 1: Economic Activities in Rural Areas
- Unit 2: Types of Calendars
- Unit 3: Traffic Rules and Regulations
- Unit 4: Animal Conservation
- Unit 5: Livestock Farming
- Unit 6: Afforestation
- Unit 7: Charity
- Unit 8: Personal Hygiene
- Unit 9: Gender Equality
- Unit 10: Computer Technology.
- Page numbers are given for each unit.
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