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I. Comprehension Passage: The scientist Marie Curie is widely recognised for her groundbreaking work in the field of radioactivity. Born in Poland, she moved to France to continue her education and research. Together with her husband, Pierre Curie, she discovered two elements, polonium and radium, w...

I. Comprehension Passage: The scientist Marie Curie is widely recognised for her groundbreaking work in the field of radioactivity. Born in Poland, she moved to France to continue her education and research. Together with her husband, Pierre Curie, she discovered two elements, polonium and radium, which led to the development of important medical treatments. Despite facing significant challenges as a woman in a male-dominated field, she became the first woman to win the Nobel Prize, not once, but twice, in both Physics and Chemistry. Her work revolutionised the way we understand atomic science, and she remains an inspiration for scientists around the world. Questions: 1. Who was Marie Curie’s research partner? (a) Albert Einstein (b) Pierre Curie (c) Isaac Newton (d) Louis Pasteur 2. Which two elements did Marie Curie discover? (a) Polonium and radium (b) Hydrogen and oxygen (c) Carbon and nitrogen (d) Helium and uranium 3. What was one of the challenges Marie Curie faced? (a) Lack of funding (b) Gender discrimination (c) Illness (d) Language barriers 4. How many Nobel Prizes did Marie Curie win? (a) One (b) Two (c) Three (d) Four 5. Find a synonym for groundbreaking. 6. Find an antonym for dominated. 7. Give a suitable title to this passage. II. Comprehension Passage: In ancient Greece, the Olympic Games were held every four years in honor of the god Zeus. These games were not just athletic competitions but also religious festivals. The athletes who competed in the games came from all over Greece, and they competed in a variety of events, including running, wrestling, and chariot racing. The games were so important that even wars were paused to allow athletes and spectators to travel to Olympia. Winners of the events received olive wreaths, which symbolised their excellence and honor. The Olympic Games eventually became a symbol of unity and peace in Greece and laid the foundation for the modern Olympics. Questions: 1. Why were the Olympic Games held in ancient Greece? (a) To celebrate the harvest (b) To honor the god Zeus (c) To test athletic skills (d) To decide the king  2. What were the athletes in the Olympic Games awarded? (a) Gold medals (b) Olive wreaths (c) Silver cups (d) Land 3. What was one of the events in the ancient Olympics? (a) Horseback riding (b) Wrestling (c) Archery (d) Swimming 4. What did the Olympic Games symbolize in ancient Greece? (a) Wealth and power (b) Unity and peace (c) Courage and strength (d) Knowledge and wisdom 5. Find a synonym for foundation. 6. Find an antonym for unity. 7. Give a suitable title to this passage. III. Change the following sentences from Active to Passive: 1. The artist painted a beautiful portrait. 2. The manager approved the proposal. 3. They will celebrate the event next week. 4. The children are reading books in the library. IV. Change the following sentences from Passive to Active: 1. The cake was baked by Mary. 2. The novel was written by the author in 1995. 3. The decision was made by the committee. 4. The car was washed by John yesterday. V. Change Direct Speech into Indirect speech: 1. John said, "I am going to the store." 2. She asked, "Will you help me with the homework?" 3. He exclaimed, "What a beautiful day!" 4. They said, "We will arrive at 5 PM." VI. Change Indirect Speech into Direct speech: 1. John said that he was going to the store. 2. She asked if I would help her with the homework. 3. He exclaimed that it was a beautiful day. 4. They said that they would arrive at 5 PM. VII. Fill in the blank with suitable synonym or antonym as instructed: 1. She is known for her……………. (generosity) and always helps those in need. (synonym) 2. The speech was so………. (inspiring) that it left the audience moved and motivated. (Antonym) 3. The room was………... (spacious). (Antonym)