Instructions
Complete each section carefully. Read each question thoroughly before answering. Write your answers in the spaces provided.
Reading Comprehension
Read the passage below and answer the questions that follow:
Zoe had always dreamed of visiting Paris. One summer, her family finally saved enough money for the trip. As they walked along the Seine River, Zoe marveled at the historic buildings and bustling streets. She visited the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre Museum, and even took a river cruise. Zoe found the city's history and culture fascinating, and by the end of the trip, she had learned a few basic French phrases to communicate with the locals. Zoe returned home with unforgettable memories and a newfound appreciation for French culture.
Questions:
1. What had Zoe always dreamed of doing?
2. What river did Zoe walk along during her trip?
3. According to the passage, what did Zoe learn by the end of her trip?
Writing
Write a short essay (around 100-150 words) in response to the following prompt:
If you could travel back in time to any historical event, where would you go and why? Describe what you would do and what you hope to learn from the experience.
Grammar Practice
Complete the following sentences with the correct form of the verb in parentheses:
1. By next year, I _____ (finish) high school.
2. She _____ (not/be) to the park before last weekend.
3. If I _____ (win) the contest, I would buy a new bike.
Correct the grammar mistake in the following sentence:
The teacher gave the students they're homework back.