Week 5 Y4 English Trial Test

Read the extracts below then answer the questions that follow.

Extract A: Cats Are Better Than Dogs, Even Science Says So
The question, “Which is better, cats or dogs?” seems to be asked all over the world all the time. But
science can now prove that cats are better than dogs. People have been arguing for hundreds of years
about which animal is better. Some people are very loyal to their dogs, while others will do anything to
protect their cats. The war has been long and hard, but it is finally over. But cats are the winners.
A recent study found over 2,000 fossils that show how the cat family is much better at staying alive than
the dog family. The fact that their claws can be pulled back has helped them a lot and made them much
better hunters. They can decide when to use their sharp nails as a deadly weapon, while dogs’ nails are
always out in the open. This helps cats keep their claws sharp, which makes it much easier for them to
catch prey in the wild. Dogs, on the other hand, don’t have this choice. Instead, their claws are slowly
filed down until they are gone. Because of this, cats are much better hunters than dogs and have won
the survival race in the wild.
Science can also prove that cats are very smart creatures. Their brains may take up less of their bodies
than a dog’s, but they are very smart and full of information. A cat’s brain has 300 million nerve cells,
but a dog’s brain only has 160 million. People make the mistake of thinking that dogs are smarter than
people because they obey commands. But cats can also respond to things people do, like pointing, and
they can figure out how to get food by solving puzzles. They are also much more determined than
dogs, who give up easily and beg people to help them. People think that dogs are smarter than cats
when it comes to obeying their owners because dogs were domesticated at least 20,000 years before
cats.
Cats are so smart that they have even learned how to trick people. They can make more than 100
different sounds, which is a lot more than what dogs can do, and they have changed some of these
sounds to trick us. Cats have learned to meow in a way that sounds like a baby’s cry. So, when they’re
hungry and meowing for food, it’s hard for people to ignore them because their meow sounds like a
baby’s cry.

Extract B: Dogs Are Better Than Cats
Dogs can be any shape or size. There are small dogs that you can put in your purse, big dogs like
Huskies that are fun to go sledding with, and pitbulls that look like babies and love to wear onesies.
Here are a few reasons why I think dogs are better than cats.
First of all, dogs don’t plan their next attack while you’re sleeping and choose to attack you at random
when your time with the pet is over and you only have two seconds to leave.
We’ve all heard that dogs are the most loyal animals, but when was the last time you heard of a cat
saving a child from a burning house? Even though I don’t think a cat could drag a child out, I also can’t
think of anything nice a cat could do.
Dogs are great service animals, which is another great reason why they are better than cats. A cat can
be an emotional support animal, but a dog can be trained to help its owner with everyday tasks. Dogs
can also be trained to help people with epilepsy, diabetes, or post-traumatic stress disorder. Dogs can
tell when their owner’s blood sugar is low and let them know. They have also helped people calm down
when they were having panic attacks.
Along with the research that shows dogs are great companions, there is no doubt that a dog’s love for
its owner is unconditional and without judgement, while we all know cats are pretty judgmental. A dogs’
excitement is contagious, and the fact that they love the simple things in life is what makes them so
pure and innocent.
If you’re not as active as I am, getting a dog will definitely change that. Taking your dog out for a walk
every day is good for both you and your dog. Walking helps me clear my mind and has been shown to
be good for mental health.
I’m not saying that cats are the devil and the worst kind of pets. I’m just telling you why I think dogs are
better. You should adopt the animal that you feel most comfortable with. I will say that cats can train
themselves to go to the bathroom and keep themselves entertained, which makes them very fun
because they don’t need much care.

Answer the following questions by choosing the letter of the best answer.

1 What is the theme of both extracts?
A. The effects of having pets to a person’s mental health as opposed to not having any pets.
B. The drawbacks of having four legged pets inside the home especially with children around.
C. The ongoing debate between cat and dog lovers about which animal makes a better pet.
D. The difference between having tiny animals as companions compared to having big animals aspets.

Read the extracts below then answer the questions that follow.

Extract A: Cats Are Better Than Dogs, Even Science Says So
The question, “Which is better, cats or dogs?” seems to be asked all over the world all the time. But
science can now prove that cats are better than dogs. People have been arguing for hundreds of years
about which animal is better. Some people are very loyal to their dogs, while others will do anything to
protect their cats. The war has been long and hard, but it is finally over. But cats are the winners.
A recent study found over 2,000 fossils that show how the cat family is much better at staying alive than
the dog family. The fact that their claws can be pulled back has helped them a lot and made them much
better hunters. They can decide when to use their sharp nails as a deadly weapon, while dogs’ nails are
always out in the open. This helps cats keep their claws sharp, which makes it much easier for them to
catch prey in the wild. Dogs, on the other hand, don’t have this choice. Instead, their claws are slowly
filed down until they are gone. Because of this, cats are much better hunters than dogs and have won
the survival race in the wild.
Science can also prove that cats are very smart creatures. Their brains may take up less of their bodies
than a dog’s, but they are very smart and full of information. A cat’s brain has 300 million nerve cells,
but a dog’s brain only has 160 million. People make the mistake of thinking that dogs are smarter than
people because they obey commands. But cats can also respond to things people do, like pointing, and
they can figure out how to get food by solving puzzles. They are also much more determined than
dogs, who give up easily and beg people to help them. People think that dogs are smarter than cats
when it comes to obeying their owners because dogs were domesticated at least 20,000 years before
cats.
Cats are so smart that they have even learned how to trick people. They can make more than 100
different sounds, which is a lot more than what dogs can do, and they have changed some of these
sounds to trick us. Cats have learned to meow in a way that sounds like a baby’s cry. So, when they’re
hungry and meowing for food, it’s hard for people to ignore them because their meow sounds like a
baby’s cry.

Extract B: Dogs Are Better Than Cats
Dogs can be any shape or size. There are small dogs that you can put in your purse, big dogs like
Huskies that are fun to go sledding with, and pitbulls that look like babies and love to wear onesies.
Here are a few reasons why I think dogs are better than cats.
First of all, dogs don’t plan their next attack while you’re sleeping and choose to attack you at random
when your time with the pet is over and you only have two seconds to leave.
We’ve all heard that dogs are the most loyal animals, but when was the last time you heard of a cat
saving a child from a burning house? Even though I don’t think a cat could drag a child out, I also can’t
think of anything nice a cat could do.
Dogs are great service animals, which is another great reason why they are better than cats. A cat can
be an emotional support animal, but a dog can be trained to help its owner with everyday tasks. Dogs
can also be trained to help people with epilepsy, diabetes, or post-traumatic stress disorder. Dogs can
tell when their owner’s blood sugar is low and let them know. They have also helped people calm down
when they were having panic attacks.
Along with the research that shows dogs are great companions, there is no doubt that a dog’s love for
its owner is unconditional and without judgement, while we all know cats are pretty judgmental. A dogs’
excitement is contagious, and the fact that they love the simple things in life is what makes them so
pure and innocent.
If you’re not as active as I am, getting a dog will definitely change that. Taking your dog out for a walk
every day is good for both you and your dog. Walking helps me clear my mind and has been shown to
be good for mental health.
I’m not saying that cats are the devil and the worst kind of pets. I’m just telling you why I think dogs are
better. You should adopt the animal that you feel most comfortable with. I will say that cats can train
themselves to go to the bathroom and keep themselves entertained, which makes them very fun
because they don’t need much care.

Answer the following questions by choosing the letter of the best answer.

2 What is the difference between the argument of extract A and extract B?
A. Extract A presents a personal opinion piece backed by scientific arguments in favour of cats; Extract B is presented as a personal opinion piece in favour of dogs.
B. Extract A presents anecdotal evidence in favour of cats, while Extract B presents someone’s personal onions accompanied by historical evidence in favour of dogs.
C. Extract A argues that cats are better for children’s growth and development, while Extract B argues that dogs are better for adults, especially old people.
D. Extract A argues that dogs are more loyal to their owners compared to cats, while Extract B argues that cats are more intelligent and wise compared to dogs.

Read the extracts below then answer the questions that follow.

Extract A: Cats Are Better Than Dogs, Even Science Says So
The question, “Which is better, cats or dogs?” seems to be asked all over the world all the time. But
science can now prove that cats are better than dogs. People have been arguing for hundreds of years
about which animal is better. Some people are very loyal to their dogs, while others will do anything to
protect their cats. The war has been long and hard, but it is finally over. But cats are the winners.
A recent study found over 2,000 fossils that show how the cat family is much better at staying alive than
the dog family. The fact that their claws can be pulled back has helped them a lot and made them much
better hunters. They can decide when to use their sharp nails as a deadly weapon, while dogs’ nails are
always out in the open. This helps cats keep their claws sharp, which makes it much easier for them to
catch prey in the wild. Dogs, on the other hand, don’t have this choice. Instead, their claws are slowly
filed down until they are gone. Because of this, cats are much better hunters than dogs and have won
the survival race in the wild.
Science can also prove that cats are very smart creatures. Their brains may take up less of their bodies
than a dog’s, but they are very smart and full of information. A cat’s brain has 300 million nerve cells,
but a dog’s brain only has 160 million. People make the mistake of thinking that dogs are smarter than
people because they obey commands. But cats can also respond to things people do, like pointing, and
they can figure out how to get food by solving puzzles. They are also much more determined than
dogs, who give up easily and beg people to help them. People think that dogs are smarter than cats
when it comes to obeying their owners because dogs were domesticated at least 20,000 years before
cats.
Cats are so smart that they have even learned how to trick people. They can make more than 100
different sounds, which is a lot more than what dogs can do, and they have changed some of these
sounds to trick us. Cats have learned to meow in a way that sounds like a baby’s cry. So, when they’re
hungry and meowing for food, it’s hard for people to ignore them because their meow sounds like a
baby’s cry.

Extract B: Dogs Are Better Than Cats
Dogs can be any shape or size. There are small dogs that you can put in your purse, big dogs like
Huskies that are fun to go sledding with, and pitbulls that look like babies and love to wear onesies.
Here are a few reasons why I think dogs are better than cats.
First of all, dogs don’t plan their next attack while you’re sleeping and choose to attack you at random
when your time with the pet is over and you only have two seconds to leave.
We’ve all heard that dogs are the most loyal animals, but when was the last time you heard of a cat
saving a child from a burning house? Even though I don’t think a cat could drag a child out, I also can’t
think of anything nice a cat could do.
Dogs are great service animals, which is another great reason why they are better than cats. A cat can
be an emotional support animal, but a dog can be trained to help its owner with everyday tasks. Dogs
can also be trained to help people with epilepsy, diabetes, or post-traumatic stress disorder. Dogs can
tell when their owner’s blood sugar is low and let them know. They have also helped people calm down
when they were having panic attacks.
Along with the research that shows dogs are great companions, there is no doubt that a dog’s love for
its owner is unconditional and without judgement, while we all know cats are pretty judgmental. A dogs’
excitement is contagious, and the fact that they love the simple things in life is what makes them so
pure and innocent.
If you’re not as active as I am, getting a dog will definitely change that. Taking your dog out for a walk
every day is good for both you and your dog. Walking helps me clear my mind and has been shown to
be good for mental health.
I’m not saying that cats are the devil and the worst kind of pets. I’m just telling you why I think dogs are
better. You should adopt the animal that you feel most comfortable with. I will say that cats can train
themselves to go to the bathroom and keep themselves entertained, which makes them very fun
because they don’t need much care.

Answer the following questions by choosing the letter of the best answer.

3 What similarities do the extracts share?
A. Both extracts focus on taking care of pets.
B. Both extracts focus on domesticating dogs.
C. Both extracts focus on exotic animals.
D. Both extracts focus on the topic of pets.

Read the extracts below then answer the questions that follow.

Extract A: Cats Are Better Than Dogs, Even Science Says So
The question, “Which is better, cats or dogs?” seems to be asked all over the world all the time. But
science can now prove that cats are better than dogs. People have been arguing for hundreds of years
about which animal is better. Some people are very loyal to their dogs, while others will do anything to
protect their cats. The war has been long and hard, but it is finally over. But cats are the winners.
A recent study found over 2,000 fossils that show how the cat family is much better at staying alive than
the dog family. The fact that their claws can be pulled back has helped them a lot and made them much
better hunters. They can decide when to use their sharp nails as a deadly weapon, while dogs’ nails are
always out in the open. This helps cats keep their claws sharp, which makes it much easier for them to
catch prey in the wild. Dogs, on the other hand, don’t have this choice. Instead, their claws are slowly
filed down until they are gone. Because of this, cats are much better hunters than dogs and have won
the survival race in the wild.
Science can also prove that cats are very smart creatures. Their brains may take up less of their bodies
than a dog’s, but they are very smart and full of information. A cat’s brain has 300 million nerve cells,
but a dog’s brain only has 160 million. People make the mistake of thinking that dogs are smarter than
people because they obey commands. But cats can also respond to things people do, like pointing, and
they can figure out how to get food by solving puzzles. They are also much more determined than
dogs, who give up easily and beg people to help them. People think that dogs are smarter than cats
when it comes to obeying their owners because dogs were domesticated at least 20,000 years before
cats.
Cats are so smart that they have even learned how to trick people. They can make more than 100
different sounds, which is a lot more than what dogs can do, and they have changed some of these
sounds to trick us. Cats have learned to meow in a way that sounds like a baby’s cry. So, when they’re
hungry and meowing for food, it’s hard for people to ignore them because their meow sounds like a
baby’s cry.

Extract B: Dogs Are Better Than Cats
Dogs can be any shape or size. There are small dogs that you can put in your purse, big dogs like
Huskies that are fun to go sledding with, and pitbulls that look like babies and love to wear onesies.
Here are a few reasons why I think dogs are better than cats.
First of all, dogs don’t plan their next attack while you’re sleeping and choose to attack you at random
when your time with the pet is over and you only have two seconds to leave.
We’ve all heard that dogs are the most loyal animals, but when was the last time you heard of a cat
saving a child from a burning house? Even though I don’t think a cat could drag a child out, I also can’t
think of anything nice a cat could do.
Dogs are great service animals, which is another great reason why they are better than cats. A cat can
be an emotional support animal, but a dog can be trained to help its owner with everyday tasks. Dogs
can also be trained to help people with epilepsy, diabetes, or post-traumatic stress disorder. Dogs can
tell when their owner’s blood sugar is low and let them know. They have also helped people calm down
when they were having panic attacks.
Along with the research that shows dogs are great companions, there is no doubt that a dog’s love for
its owner is unconditional and without judgement, while we all know cats are pretty judgmental. A dogs’
excitement is contagious, and the fact that they love the simple things in life is what makes them so
pure and innocent.
If you’re not as active as I am, getting a dog will definitely change that. Taking your dog out for a walk
every day is good for both you and your dog. Walking helps me clear my mind and has been shown to
be good for mental health.
I’m not saying that cats are the devil and the worst kind of pets. I’m just telling you why I think dogs are
better. You should adopt the animal that you feel most comfortable with. I will say that cats can train
themselves to go to the bathroom and keep themselves entertained, which makes them very fun
because they don’t need much care.

Answer the following questions by choosing the letter of the best answer.

4 Which is true based on the two extracts?
A. Cats are for protecting their owners while dogs are for entertaining them.
B. Cats are better at hunting while dogs can be trained as service animals.
C. Cats are obedient while dogs are more independent and do not listen.
D. Cats are more affectionate to their owners while dogs do not care about them.

Read the extracts below then answer the questions that follow.

Extract A: Cats Are Better Than Dogs, Even Science Says So
The question, “Which is better, cats or dogs?” seems to be asked all over the world all the time. But
science can now prove that cats are better than dogs. People have been arguing for hundreds of years
about which animal is better. Some people are very loyal to their dogs, while others will do anything to
protect their cats. The war has been long and hard, but it is finally over. But cats are the winners.
A recent study found over 2,000 fossils that show how the cat family is much better at staying alive than
the dog family. The fact that their claws can be pulled back has helped them a lot and made them much
better hunters. They can decide when to use their sharp nails as a deadly weapon, while dogs’ nails are
always out in the open. This helps cats keep their claws sharp, which makes it much easier for them to
catch prey in the wild. Dogs, on the other hand, don’t have this choice. Instead, their claws are slowly
filed down until they are gone. Because of this, cats are much better hunters than dogs and have won
the survival race in the wild.
Science can also prove that cats are very smart creatures. Their brains may take up less of their bodies
than a dog’s, but they are very smart and full of information. A cat’s brain has 300 million nerve cells,
but a dog’s brain only has 160 million. People make the mistake of thinking that dogs are smarter than
people because they obey commands. But cats can also respond to things people do, like pointing, and
they can figure out how to get food by solving puzzles. They are also much more determined than
dogs, who give up easily and beg people to help them. People think that dogs are smarter than cats
when it comes to obeying their owners because dogs were domesticated at least 20,000 years before
cats.
Cats are so smart that they have even learned how to trick people. They can make more than 100
different sounds, which is a lot more than what dogs can do, and they have changed some of these
sounds to trick us. Cats have learned to meow in a way that sounds like a baby’s cry. So, when they’re
hungry and meowing for food, it’s hard for people to ignore them because their meow sounds like a
baby’s cry.

Extract B: Dogs Are Better Than Cats
Dogs can be any shape or size. There are small dogs that you can put in your purse, big dogs like
Huskies that are fun to go sledding with, and pitbulls that look like babies and love to wear onesies.
Here are a few reasons why I think dogs are better than cats.
First of all, dogs don’t plan their next attack while you’re sleeping and choose to attack you at random
when your time with the pet is over and you only have two seconds to leave.
We’ve all heard that dogs are the most loyal animals, but when was the last time you heard of a cat
saving a child from a burning house? Even though I don’t think a cat could drag a child out, I also can’t
think of anything nice a cat could do.
Dogs are great service animals, which is another great reason why they are better than cats. A cat can
be an emotional support animal, but a dog can be trained to help its owner with everyday tasks. Dogs
can also be trained to help people with epilepsy, diabetes, or post-traumatic stress disorder. Dogs can
tell when their owner’s blood sugar is low and let them know. They have also helped people calm down
when they were having panic attacks.
Along with the research that shows dogs are great companions, there is no doubt that a dog’s love for
its owner is unconditional and without judgement, while we all know cats are pretty judgmental. A dogs’
excitement is contagious, and the fact that they love the simple things in life is what makes them so
pure and innocent.
If you’re not as active as I am, getting a dog will definitely change that. Taking your dog out for a walk
every day is good for both you and your dog. Walking helps me clear my mind and has been shown to
be good for mental health.
I’m not saying that cats are the devil and the worst kind of pets. I’m just telling you why I think dogs are
better. You should adopt the animal that you feel most comfortable with. I will say that cats can train
themselves to go to the bathroom and keep themselves entertained, which makes them very fun
because they don’t need much care.

Answer the following questions by choosing the letter of the best answer.

5 What type of text are the extracts?
A. Complementary
B. Contradicting
C. Cause and effect
D. Problem and solution

Read the poem below then answer the questions that follow.

Hold Up Your Head by Wilhelmina Stitch
You were not made for failure but success;
Not born for sorrow but for happiness.
Keep this in mind through all life’s storms and stress.
Hold up your head.
You were not born a slave but free as air, 5
In all the beauty of the world you share,
Now banish fear and brush away dull care.
Hold up your head.
The heroes of the world are true kin.
You, too, have greatness buried deep within. 10
Give it a chance; no fight too hard to win.
Hold up your head.
Remember this great world has need of you,
Has need of all the work that you can do;
And of your visions and your ideals too. 15
Hold up your head.
Hark to the drums of life! They throb and roll;
Inspire with courage the responsive soul.
March on, you’re bound to reach your goal.
Hold up your head 20

Answer the following questions by choosing the letter of the best answer.

6 What is the main message of the poem?
A. The poem encourages the reader to have confidence in themselves and their abilities, and tokeep working towards their goals, despite challenges and obstacles.
B. The poem suggests that life is inherently sorrowful and failure is inevitable, so there is no pointin striving for happiness and success, all we have to do is learn to survive.
C. The poem encourages its readers to lead a life that is unproductive and uninteresting, and toplace their faith in the efforts of others to fulfil their ambitions.
D. The poem stresses the importance of honesty and determination in pursuing one’s aspirations,and encourages the reader to maintain an righteous and optimistic life.

Read the poem below then answer the questions that follow.

Hold Up Your Head by Wilhelmina Stitch
You were not made for failure but success;
Not born for sorrow but for happiness.
Keep this in mind through all life’s storms and stress.
Hold up your head.
You were not born a slave but free as air, 5
In all the beauty of the world you share,
Now banish fear and brush away dull care.
Hold up your head.
The heroes of the world are true kin.
You, too, have greatness buried deep within. 10
Give it a chance; no fight too hard to win.
Hold up your head.
Remember this great world has need of you,
Has need of all the work that you can do;
And of your visions and your ideals too. 15
Hold up your head.
Hark to the drums of life! They throb and roll;
Inspire with courage the responsive soul.
March on, you’re bound to reach your goal.
Hold up your head 20

Answer the following questions by choosing the letter of the best answer.

7 What is the overall mood of the poem?
A. Lighthearted and nostalgic
B. Negative and vengeful
C. Uplifting and motivational
D. Reflective and whimsical

Read the poem below then answer the questions that follow.

Hold Up Your Head by Wilhelmina Stitch
You were not made for failure but success;
Not born for sorrow but for happiness.
Keep this in mind through all life’s storms and stress.
Hold up your head.
You were not born a slave but free as air, 5
In all the beauty of the world you share,
Now banish fear and brush away dull care.
Hold up your head.
The heroes of the world are true kin.
You, too, have greatness buried deep within. 10
Give it a chance; no fight too hard to win.
Hold up your head.
Remember this great world has need of you,
Has need of all the work that you can do;
And of your visions and your ideals too. 15
Hold up your head.
Hark to the drums of life! They throb and roll;
Inspire with courage the responsive soul.
March on, you’re bound to reach your goal.
Hold up your head 20

Answer the following questions by choosing the letter of the best answer.

8 Which person applies the lesson taught in the poem?
A. Carlos, who failed his driving test, decided that he was not meant to drive and stopped practising altogether.
B. Julia, who experienced rejection in her job application, realised that she was not meant to find a job and stopped seeking work.
C. Anna, who was unhappy with her job, decided to give up on her career aspirations because she felt she can’t do it even if she tries.
D. Jude who lost a basketball championship game, did not lose confidence in himself and kept training to do better next game.

Read the poem below then answer the questions that follow.

Hold Up Your Head by Wilhelmina Stitch
You were not made for failure but success;
Not born for sorrow but for happiness.
Keep this in mind through all life’s storms and stress.
Hold up your head.
You were not born a slave but free as air, 5
In all the beauty of the world you share,
Now banish fear and brush away dull care.
Hold up your head.
The heroes of the world are true kin.
You, too, have greatness buried deep within. 10
Give it a chance; no fight too hard to win.
Hold up your head.
Remember this great world has need of you,
Has need of all the work that you can do;
And of your visions and your ideals too. 15
Hold up your head.
Hark to the drums of life! They throb and roll;
Inspire with courage the responsive soul.
March on, you’re bound to reach your goal.
Hold up your head 20

Answer the following questions by choosing the letter of the best answer.

What does the fourth stanza mean?

A. The stanza reminds readers that they have an important role to play; it also recognises the impact they can make in the world.
B. The stanza suggests that readers should only pursue their ideals if they are aligned with the mainstream values of society.
C. The stanza encourages readers to give up on their goals and to instead focus on the needs of others to become truly happy.
D. The stanza emphasises that readers should only pursue practical, tangible goals that have immediate impact.

Read the poem below then answer the questions that follow.

Hold Up Your Head by Wilhelmina Stitch
You were not made for failure but success;
Not born for sorrow but for happiness.
Keep this in mind through all life’s storms and stress.
Hold up your head.
You were not born a slave but free as air, 5
In all the beauty of the world you share,
Now banish fear and brush away dull care.
Hold up your head.
The heroes of the world are true kin.
You, too, have greatness buried deep within. 10
Give it a chance; no fight too hard to win.
Hold up your head.
Remember this great world has need of you,
Has need of all the work that you can do;
And of your visions and your ideals too. 15
Hold up your head.
Hark to the drums of life! They throb and roll;
Inspire with courage the responsive soul.
March on, you’re bound to reach your goal.
Hold up your head 20

Answer the following questions by choosing the letter of the best answer.

10 What does lines 9-10 mean?
A. We are all part of a larger community, and that by working together and supporting one anotherto reach a common goal, we can all create a better world for everyone.
B. We are all capable of greatness, and that by recognising and nurturing our own potential, wecan become heroes in our own right and contribute to the betterment of the world.
C. We are all born with innate talents and abilities, and that by focusing on developing thesestrengths, we can excel in our chosen fields and become wealthy and successful.
D. We are all influenced by our environment and circumstances, and that our success or failure islargely dependent on everything else around us and not of our own selves.

Read the article below then answer the questions.

There are sentences that have been removed from the article. Choose the correct letter below
that contains the sentence that best fits in the paragraph. Take note that there is an extra
sentence which you do not need to use.

To Think Outside the Box and Its True Meaning
You may have heard the phrase “think outside the box.” Thinking outside the box means, in general, to
think creatively. It is a popular way to talk about creativity. 11…………………… People have a lot of
ideas about how the phrase came to be. The box stands for your usual way of thinking, and to think
outside of it means to think in new ways or to think outside the limits of the usual mind.
When you’re looking for something inside a box, you usually look inside the box because you think
that’s what it was made for. The normal and sensible thing to do is look inside the box for the contents.
It seems silly and illogical to try to solve a problem by looking outside, but that is often what works.
12…………………… You might have done puzzles or tests, like the nine-dots puzzle, to see how
creative you are. When you get out of your mind’s ruts and think creatively and in new ways, you can
solve a lot of problems. When you do it, sometimes the answer comes to you out of the blue, when you
least expect it, as if you had jumped into another world and had a déjà vu moment. In a way, the box is
a metaphor for your habitual mind or the world you make up in your head, which is the typical you.
13…………………… It is your personality, or the Meta Program, that controls what you think and do.
You can see thinking outside the box as a challenge to be creative. This may be uncomfortable to do
because it is easier to just do what is orthodox. To be creative, you have to think of new ideas, which
can help you solve problems. One way to think outside the box is to play escape room games, which
are becoming more and more popular. The people who are stuck need to keep an open mind about
how to get the keys and codes to get out. 14…………………… Escape rooms help people think outside
the box, which is what it should do. To think creatively, you need to be able to “think outside the box.”
The box is really a cage that you keep yourself in because it makes you feel safe and comfortable. It
does the same thing for you as a dog cage does for a dog. When you are scared or don’t feel good, you
jump in and sit down. It also acts as a filter that shapes how you see the world based on your needs,
wants, expectations, and past experiences. 15…………………… Just like a fish that doesn’t know it’s in
water, you don’t know you’re inside the cage.

Choose the letter of the correct sentence that best fits the missing lines in each paragraph.

A. Most of the time, you’re inside it, so you don’t notice it.
B. Some people don’t think it’s a good way to talk about creativity.
C. Because the keys are supposed to be hard to get, they have to look everywhere, even places they can’t think of.
D. It’s as if you find what you’re looking for in a place you never expected or could have imagined.
E. It is made up of your beliefs, assumptions, irrational thoughts, mental habits, perceptions, desires, expectations, feelings, attachments, and memories.
F. This study says that thinking outside the box is extremely dangerous.

Read the article below then answer the questions.

There are sentences that have been removed from the article. Choose the correct letter below
that contains the sentence that best fits in the paragraph. Take note that there is an extra
sentence which you do not need to use.

To Think Outside the Box and Its True Meaning
You may have heard the phrase “think outside the box.” Thinking outside the box means, in general, to
think creatively. It is a popular way to talk about creativity. 11…………………… People have a lot of
ideas about how the phrase came to be. The box stands for your usual way of thinking, and to think
outside of it means to think in new ways or to think outside the limits of the usual mind.
When you’re looking for something inside a box, you usually look inside the box because you think
that’s what it was made for. The normal and sensible thing to do is look inside the box for the contents.
It seems silly and illogical to try to solve a problem by looking outside, but that is often what works.
12…………………… You might have done puzzles or tests, like the nine-dots puzzle, to see how
creative you are. When you get out of your mind’s ruts and think creatively and in new ways, you can
solve a lot of problems. When you do it, sometimes the answer comes to you out of the blue, when you
least expect it, as if you had jumped into another world and had a déjà vu moment. In a way, the box is
a metaphor for your habitual mind or the world you make up in your head, which is the typical you.
13…………………… It is your personality, or the Meta Program, that controls what you think and do.
You can see thinking outside the box as a challenge to be creative. This may be uncomfortable to do
because it is easier to just do what is orthodox. To be creative, you have to think of new ideas, which
can help you solve problems. One way to think outside the box is to play escape room games, which
are becoming more and more popular. The people who are stuck need to keep an open mind about
how to get the keys and codes to get out. 14…………………… Escape rooms help people think outside
the box, which is what it should do. To think creatively, you need to be able to “think outside the box.”
The box is really a cage that you keep yourself in because it makes you feel safe and comfortable. It
does the same thing for you as a dog cage does for a dog. When you are scared or don’t feel good, you
jump in and sit down. It also acts as a filter that shapes how you see the world based on your needs,
wants, expectations, and past experiences. 15…………………… Just like a fish that doesn’t know it’s in
water, you don’t know you’re inside the cage.

Choose the letter of the correct sentence that best fits the missing lines in each paragraph.

A. Most of the time, you’re inside it, so you don’t notice it.
B. Some people don’t think it’s a good way to talk about creativity.
C. Because the keys are supposed to be hard to get, they have to look everywhere, even places they can’t think of.
D. It’s as if you find what you’re looking for in a place you never expected or could have imagined.
E. It is made up of your beliefs, assumptions, irrational thoughts, mental habits, perceptions, desires, expectations, feelings, attachments, and memories.
F. This study says that thinking outside the box is extremely dangerous.

Read the article below then answer the questions.

There are sentences that have been removed from the article. Choose the correct letter below
that contains the sentence that best fits in the paragraph. Take note that there is an extra
sentence which you do not need to use.

To Think Outside the Box and Its True Meaning
You may have heard the phrase “think outside the box.” Thinking outside the box means, in general, to
think creatively. It is a popular way to talk about creativity. 11…………………… People have a lot of
ideas about how the phrase came to be. The box stands for your usual way of thinking, and to think
outside of it means to think in new ways or to think outside the limits of the usual mind.
When you’re looking for something inside a box, you usually look inside the box because you think
that’s what it was made for. The normal and sensible thing to do is look inside the box for the contents.
It seems silly and illogical to try to solve a problem by looking outside, but that is often what works.
12…………………… You might have done puzzles or tests, like the nine-dots puzzle, to see how
creative you are. When you get out of your mind’s ruts and think creatively and in new ways, you can
solve a lot of problems. When you do it, sometimes the answer comes to you out of the blue, when you
least expect it, as if you had jumped into another world and had a déjà vu moment. In a way, the box is
a metaphor for your habitual mind or the world you make up in your head, which is the typical you.
13…………………… It is your personality, or the Meta Program, that controls what you think and do.
You can see thinking outside the box as a challenge to be creative. This may be uncomfortable to do
because it is easier to just do what is orthodox. To be creative, you have to think of new ideas, which
can help you solve problems. One way to think outside the box is to play escape room games, which
are becoming more and more popular. The people who are stuck need to keep an open mind about
how to get the keys and codes to get out. 14…………………… Escape rooms help people think outside
the box, which is what it should do. To think creatively, you need to be able to “think outside the box.”
The box is really a cage that you keep yourself in because it makes you feel safe and comfortable. It
does the same thing for you as a dog cage does for a dog. When you are scared or don’t feel good, you
jump in and sit down. It also acts as a filter that shapes how you see the world based on your needs,
wants, expectations, and past experiences. 15…………………… Just like a fish that doesn’t know it’s in
water, you don’t know you’re inside the cage.

Choose the letter of the correct sentence that best fits the missing lines in each paragraph.

A. Most of the time, you’re inside it, so you don’t notice it.
B. Some people don’t think it’s a good way to talk about creativity.
C. Because the keys are supposed to be hard to get, they have to look everywhere, even places they can’t think of.
D. It’s as if you find what you’re looking for in a place you never expected or could have imagined.
E. It is made up of your beliefs, assumptions, irrational thoughts, mental habits, perceptions, desires, expectations, feelings, attachments, and memories.
F. This study says that thinking outside the box is extremely dangerous.

Read the article below then answer the questions.

There are sentences that have been removed from the article. Choose the correct letter below
that contains the sentence that best fits in the paragraph. Take note that there is an extra
sentence which you do not need to use.

To Think Outside the Box and Its True Meaning
You may have heard the phrase “think outside the box.” Thinking outside the box means, in general, to
think creatively. It is a popular way to talk about creativity. 11…………………… People have a lot of
ideas about how the phrase came to be. The box stands for your usual way of thinking, and to think
outside of it means to think in new ways or to think outside the limits of the usual mind.
When you’re looking for something inside a box, you usually look inside the box because you think
that’s what it was made for. The normal and sensible thing to do is look inside the box for the contents.
It seems silly and illogical to try to solve a problem by looking outside, but that is often what works.
12…………………… You might have done puzzles or tests, like the nine-dots puzzle, to see how
creative you are. When you get out of your mind’s ruts and think creatively and in new ways, you can
solve a lot of problems. When you do it, sometimes the answer comes to you out of the blue, when you
least expect it, as if you had jumped into another world and had a déjà vu moment. In a way, the box is
a metaphor for your habitual mind or the world you make up in your head, which is the typical you.
13…………………… It is your personality, or the Meta Program, that controls what you think and do.
You can see thinking outside the box as a challenge to be creative. This may be uncomfortable to do
because it is easier to just do what is orthodox. To be creative, you have to think of new ideas, which
can help you solve problems. One way to think outside the box is to play escape room games, which
are becoming more and more popular. The people who are stuck need to keep an open mind about
how to get the keys and codes to get out. 14…………………… Escape rooms help people think outside
the box, which is what it should do. To think creatively, you need to be able to “think outside the box.”
The box is really a cage that you keep yourself in because it makes you feel safe and comfortable. It
does the same thing for you as a dog cage does for a dog. When you are scared or don’t feel good, you
jump in and sit down. It also acts as a filter that shapes how you see the world based on your needs,
wants, expectations, and past experiences. 15…………………… Just like a fish that doesn’t know it’s in
water, you don’t know you’re inside the cage.

Choose the letter of the correct sentence that best fits the missing lines in each paragraph.

A. Most of the time, you’re inside it, so you don’t notice it.
B. Some people don’t think it’s a good way to talk about creativity.
C. Because the keys are supposed to be hard to get, they have to look everywhere, even places they can’t think of.
D. It’s as if you find what you’re looking for in a place you never expected or could have imagined.
E. It is made up of your beliefs, assumptions, irrational thoughts, mental habits, perceptions, desires, expectations, feelings, attachments, and memories.
F. This study says that thinking outside the box is extremely dangerous.

Read the article below then answer the questions.

There are sentences that have been removed from the article. Choose the correct letter below
that contains the sentence that best fits in the paragraph. Take note that there is an extra
sentence which you do not need to use.

To Think Outside the Box and Its True Meaning
You may have heard the phrase “think outside the box.” Thinking outside the box means, in general, to
think creatively. It is a popular way to talk about creativity. 11…………………… People have a lot of
ideas about how the phrase came to be. The box stands for your usual way of thinking, and to think
outside of it means to think in new ways or to think outside the limits of the usual mind.
When you’re looking for something inside a box, you usually look inside the box because you think
that’s what it was made for. The normal and sensible thing to do is look inside the box for the contents.
It seems silly and illogical to try to solve a problem by looking outside, but that is often what works.
12…………………… You might have done puzzles or tests, like the nine-dots puzzle, to see how
creative you are. When you get out of your mind’s ruts and think creatively and in new ways, you can
solve a lot of problems. When you do it, sometimes the answer comes to you out of the blue, when you
least expect it, as if you had jumped into another world and had a déjà vu moment. In a way, the box is
a metaphor for your habitual mind or the world you make up in your head, which is the typical you.
13…………………… It is your personality, or the Meta Program, that controls what you think and do.
You can see thinking outside the box as a challenge to be creative. This may be uncomfortable to do
because it is easier to just do what is orthodox. To be creative, you have to think of new ideas, which
can help you solve problems. One way to think outside the box is to play escape room games, which
are becoming more and more popular. The people who are stuck need to keep an open mind about
how to get the keys and codes to get out. 14…………………… Escape rooms help people think outside
the box, which is what it should do. To think creatively, you need to be able to “think outside the box.”
The box is really a cage that you keep yourself in because it makes you feel safe and comfortable. It
does the same thing for you as a dog cage does for a dog. When you are scared or don’t feel good, you
jump in and sit down. It also acts as a filter that shapes how you see the world based on your needs,
wants, expectations, and past experiences. 15…………………… Just like a fish that doesn’t know it’s in
water, you don’t know you’re inside the cage.

Choose the letter of the correct sentence that best fits the missing lines in each paragraph.

A. Most of the time, you’re inside it, so you don’t notice it.
B. Some people don’t think it’s a good way to talk about creativity.
C. Because the keys are supposed to be hard to get, they have to look everywhere, even places they can’t think of.
D. It’s as if you find what you’re looking for in a place you never expected or could have imagined.
E. It is made up of your beliefs, assumptions, irrational thoughts, mental habits, perceptions, desires, expectations, feelings, attachments, and memories.
F. This study says that thinking outside the box is extremely dangerous.

Read the extracts below then answer the questions that follow.

Answer the following questions by choosing the correct letter that matches the description. Take note that the letters can be repeated accordingly.

Which extract mentions about…

16 a famous sculpture that is given as a present from one nation to another?

Read the extracts below then answer the questions that follow.

Which extract mentions about…

17 a famous sculpture that, in addition to being viewed as deceased ancestors they may also be
viewed as strong leaders, both alive and dead?

Read the extracts below then answer the questions that follow.

Which extract mentions about…

18 a famous sculpture whose initial intent was to depict a man standing and reflecting over his
amazing poem?

Read the extracts below then answer the questions that follow.

Which extract mentions about…

19 a famous sculpture, one of whose variants is the oldest statue that exists on the planet?

Read the extracts below then answer the questions that follow.

Which extract mentions about…

20 a famous sculpture of a lady wearing a crown and carrying a torch that emits light?

Read the article below then answer the questions that follow.

Up, Up, and Away: The Rich History and Evolution of Hot Air Balloons
Hot air balloons have a rich history that spans back centuries, and they continue to capture the
imagination of people today. These remarkable flying machines have been used in a variety of ways
over the years, and their uses have evolved with time.
The history of hot air balloons dates back to the 18th century, when two French brothers, Joseph-Michel
and Jacques-Étienne Montgolfier, invented the first hot air balloon. They were inspired by watching
smoke rise from a fire and decided to use this principle to lift a balloon made of paper and silk. On
September 19, 1783, they launched their first balloon in front of a crowd of thousands in the French city
of Annonay. The balloon rose to a height of 3,000 feet and travelled over a mile before landing safely.
During the 19th and early 20th centuries, hot air balloons were used for military observation. They were
used to gather information about enemy troop movements, artillery positions, and other tactical
information. Hot air balloons were also used for scientific experiments. Scientists used balloons to study
the atmosphere, weather patterns, and the Earth’s magnetic field. Hot air balloons were also used for
sports. Balloon racing and other forms of competitive ballooning have been popular since the late 19th
century. Another use of hot air balloons is for commercial advertising purposes of various companies.
They would often paint their company logos or slogans on the side of a balloon and fly it over cities or
events. Lastly, they were sometimes used in search and rescue operations, particularly in remote or
hard-to-reach areas.
The visual appeal of hot air balloons is a major reason for their popularity. Their unique shape and
vibrant colours make them a favourite subject for photographers and artists. From classic designs with
simple patterns to more intricate and imaginative shapes like animals, food, and cartoon characters,
there is no shortage of creativity when it comes to hot air balloon designs.
Today, hot air balloons are used primarily for recreation and tourism. People around the world enjoy the
thrill of floating through the sky in a colourful, inflated balloon. They are often used for special events
and festivals. In addition to recreational use, hot air balloons continue to sometimes have practical
applications. For example, they can be used for aerial photography and surveying, as they provide a
unique perspective and can access areas that are difficult to reach by other means. They can also be
used for scientific research at times, particularly in atmospheric and meteorological studies.
Despite their long history, hot air balloons remain a marvel of engineering and continue to capture the
imaginations of people around the world. Their ability to soar through the sky, their peaceful and quiet
movements, and their beautiful designs all contribute to their enduring popularity. As technology
continues to advance, it will be interesting to see how hot air balloons evolve and what new applications
they will find in the future.

Answer the following questions by choosing the letter of the best answer.

21 How did businesses and companies use hot air balloons in the past?
A. It was a way to market and advertise. They would paint their logos or catch phrases on the side
of a hot air balloon and fly it over cities or happenings.
B. Hot air balloons were used as a form of safer and cheaper transportation for executives and
important personnel from one country to another.
C. They were used for security purposes. the companies’ security personnel would ride these hot
air balloons and do rounds of security checks in the area.
D. Hot air balloons were used to transport goods and materials between locations. This was a
faster and eco friendlier alternative to cargo ships.

Read the article below then answer the questions that follow.

Up, Up, and Away: The Rich History and Evolution of Hot Air Balloons
Hot air balloons have a rich history that spans back centuries, and they continue to capture the
imagination of people today. These remarkable flying machines have been used in a variety of ways
over the years, and their uses have evolved with time.
The history of hot air balloons dates back to the 18th century, when two French brothers, Joseph-Michel
and Jacques-Étienne Montgolfier, invented the first hot air balloon. They were inspired by watching
smoke rise from a fire and decided to use this principle to lift a balloon made of paper and silk. On
September 19, 1783, they launched their first balloon in front of a crowd of thousands in the French city
of Annonay. The balloon rose to a height of 3,000 feet and travelled over a mile before landing safely.
During the 19th and early 20th centuries, hot air balloons were used for military observation. They were
used to gather information about enemy troop movements, artillery positions, and other tactical
information. Hot air balloons were also used for scientific experiments. Scientists used balloons to study
the atmosphere, weather patterns, and the Earth’s magnetic field. Hot air balloons were also used for
sports. Balloon racing and other forms of competitive ballooning have been popular since the late 19th
century. Another use of hot air balloons is for commercial advertising purposes of various companies.
They would often paint their company logos or slogans on the side of a balloon and fly it over cities or
events. Lastly, they were sometimes used in search and rescue operations, particularly in remote or
hard-to-reach areas.
The visual appeal of hot air balloons is a major reason for their popularity. Their unique shape and
vibrant colours make them a favourite subject for photographers and artists. From classic designs with
simple patterns to more intricate and imaginative shapes like animals, food, and cartoon characters,
there is no shortage of creativity when it comes to hot air balloon designs.
Today, hot air balloons are used primarily for recreation and tourism. People around the world enjoy the
thrill of floating through the sky in a colourful, inflated balloon. They are often used for special events
and festivals. In addition to recreational use, hot air balloons continue to sometimes have practical
applications. For example, they can be used for aerial photography and surveying, as they provide a
unique perspective and can access areas that are difficult to reach by other means. They can also be
used for scientific research at times, particularly in atmospheric and meteorological studies.
Despite their long history, hot air balloons remain a marvel of engineering and continue to capture the
imaginations of people around the world. Their ability to soar through the sky, their peaceful and quiet
movements, and their beautiful designs all contribute to their enduring popularity. As technology
continues to advance, it will be interesting to see how hot air balloons evolve and what new applications
they will find in the future.

Answer the following questions by choosing the letter of the best answer.

22 Based on the extract, what is the major reason as to why hot air balloons are popular?
A. The speed it has compared to planes.
B. The visual appeal of hot air balloons.
C. The distance hot air balloons can fly.
D. The ease of use of hot air balloons.

Read the article below then answer the questions that follow.

Up, Up, and Away: The Rich History and Evolution of Hot Air Balloons
Hot air balloons have a rich history that spans back centuries, and they continue to capture the
imagination of people today. These remarkable flying machines have been used in a variety of ways
over the years, and their uses have evolved with time.
The history of hot air balloons dates back to the 18th century, when two French brothers, Joseph-Michel
and Jacques-Étienne Montgolfier, invented the first hot air balloon. They were inspired by watching
smoke rise from a fire and decided to use this principle to lift a balloon made of paper and silk. On
September 19, 1783, they launched their first balloon in front of a crowd of thousands in the French city
of Annonay. The balloon rose to a height of 3,000 feet and travelled over a mile before landing safely.
During the 19th and early 20th centuries, hot air balloons were used for military observation. They were
used to gather information about enemy troop movements, artillery positions, and other tactical
information. Hot air balloons were also used for scientific experiments. Scientists used balloons to study
the atmosphere, weather patterns, and the Earth’s magnetic field. Hot air balloons were also used for
sports. Balloon racing and other forms of competitive ballooning have been popular since the late 19th
century. Another use of hot air balloons is for commercial advertising purposes of various companies.
They would often paint their company logos or slogans on the side of a balloon and fly it over cities or
events. Lastly, they were sometimes used in search and rescue operations, particularly in remote or
hard-to-reach areas.
The visual appeal of hot air balloons is a major reason for their popularity. Their unique shape and
vibrant colours make them a favourite subject for photographers and artists. From classic designs with
simple patterns to more intricate and imaginative shapes like animals, food, and cartoon characters,
there is no shortage of creativity when it comes to hot air balloon designs.
Today, hot air balloons are used primarily for recreation and tourism. People around the world enjoy the
thrill of floating through the sky in a colourful, inflated balloon. They are often used for special events
and festivals. In addition to recreational use, hot air balloons continue to sometimes have practical
applications. For example, they can be used for aerial photography and surveying, as they provide a
unique perspective and can access areas that are difficult to reach by other means. They can also be
used for scientific research at times, particularly in atmospheric and meteorological studies.
Despite their long history, hot air balloons remain a marvel of engineering and continue to capture the
imaginations of people around the world. Their ability to soar through the sky, their peaceful and quiet
movements, and their beautiful designs all contribute to their enduring popularity. As technology
continues to advance, it will be interesting to see how hot air balloons evolve and what new applications
they will find in the future.

Answer the following questions by choosing the letter of the best answer.

23 What inspired the Montgolfier brothers to invent the hot air balloon?
A. They were inspired by the wind and intended to create a device that could harness its power tolift a balloon.
B. They were inspired by the invention of aeroplanes and intended to create a way to fly throughthe air using a balloon.
C. They were inspired by watching clouds float in the sky and intended to create a way to floatthrough the air like a cloud.
D. They were inspired by the way smoke rose from a fire and intended to apply this idea to lift apaper and silk balloon.

Read the article below then answer the questions that follow.

Up, Up, and Away: The Rich History and Evolution of Hot Air Balloons
Hot air balloons have a rich history that spans back centuries, and they continue to capture the
imagination of people today. These remarkable flying machines have been used in a variety of ways
over the years, and their uses have evolved with time.
The history of hot air balloons dates back to the 18th century, when two French brothers, Joseph-Michel
and Jacques-Étienne Montgolfier, invented the first hot air balloon. They were inspired by watching
smoke rise from a fire and decided to use this principle to lift a balloon made of paper and silk. On
September 19, 1783, they launched their first balloon in front of a crowd of thousands in the French city
of Annonay. The balloon rose to a height of 3,000 feet and travelled over a mile before landing safely.
During the 19th and early 20th centuries, hot air balloons were used for military observation. They were
used to gather information about enemy troop movements, artillery positions, and other tactical
information. Hot air balloons were also used for scientific experiments. Scientists used balloons to study
the atmosphere, weather patterns, and the Earth’s magnetic field. Hot air balloons were also used for
sports. Balloon racing and other forms of competitive ballooning have been popular since the late 19th
century. Another use of hot air balloons is for commercial advertising purposes of various companies.
They would often paint their company logos or slogans on the side of a balloon and fly it over cities or
events. Lastly, they were sometimes used in search and rescue operations, particularly in remote or
hard-to-reach areas.
The visual appeal of hot air balloons is a major reason for their popularity. Their unique shape and
vibrant colours make them a favourite subject for photographers and artists. From classic designs with
simple patterns to more intricate and imaginative shapes like animals, food, and cartoon characters,
there is no shortage of creativity when it comes to hot air balloon designs.
Today, hot air balloons are used primarily for recreation and tourism. People around the world enjoy the
thrill of floating through the sky in a colourful, inflated balloon. They are often used for special events
and festivals. In addition to recreational use, hot air balloons continue to sometimes have practical
applications. For example, they can be used for aerial photography and surveying, as they provide a
unique perspective and can access areas that are difficult to reach by other means. They can also be
used for scientific research at times, particularly in atmospheric and meteorological studies.
Despite their long history, hot air balloons remain a marvel of engineering and continue to capture the
imaginations of people around the world. Their ability to soar through the sky, their peaceful and quiet
movements, and their beautiful designs all contribute to their enduring popularity. As technology
continues to advance, it will be interesting to see how hot air balloons evolve and what new applications
they will find in the future.

Answer the following questions by choosing the letter of the best answer.

24 What is the primary use of hot air balloons today?
A. Scientific research
B. Agricultural crop spraying
C. Recreation and tourism
D. Practical applications

Read the article below then answer the questions that follow.

Up, Up, and Away: The Rich History and Evolution of Hot Air Balloons
Hot air balloons have a rich history that spans back centuries, and they continue to capture the
imagination of people today. These remarkable flying machines have been used in a variety of ways
over the years, and their uses have evolved with time.
The history of hot air balloons dates back to the 18th century, when two French brothers, Joseph-Michel
and Jacques-Étienne Montgolfier, invented the first hot air balloon. They were inspired by watching
smoke rise from a fire and decided to use this principle to lift a balloon made of paper and silk. On
September 19, 1783, they launched their first balloon in front of a crowd of thousands in the French city
of Annonay. The balloon rose to a height of 3,000 feet and travelled over a mile before landing safely.
During the 19th and early 20th centuries, hot air balloons were used for military observation. They were
used to gather information about enemy troop movements, artillery positions, and other tactical
information. Hot air balloons were also used for scientific experiments. Scientists used balloons to study
the atmosphere, weather patterns, and the Earth’s magnetic field. Hot air balloons were also used for
sports. Balloon racing and other forms of competitive ballooning have been popular since the late 19th
century. Another use of hot air balloons is for commercial advertising purposes of various companies.
They would often paint their company logos or slogans on the side of a balloon and fly it over cities or
events. Lastly, they were sometimes used in search and rescue operations, particularly in remote or
hard-to-reach areas.
The visual appeal of hot air balloons is a major reason for their popularity. Their unique shape and
vibrant colours make them a favourite subject for photographers and artists. From classic designs with
simple patterns to more intricate and imaginative shapes like animals, food, and cartoon characters,
there is no shortage of creativity when it comes to hot air balloon designs.
Today, hot air balloons are used primarily for recreation and tourism. People around the world enjoy the
thrill of floating through the sky in a colourful, inflated balloon. They are often used for special events
and festivals. In addition to recreational use, hot air balloons continue to sometimes have practical
applications. For example, they can be used for aerial photography and surveying, as they provide a
unique perspective and can access areas that are difficult to reach by other means. They can also be
used for scientific research at times, particularly in atmospheric and meteorological studies.
Despite their long history, hot air balloons remain a marvel of engineering and continue to capture the
imaginations of people around the world. Their ability to soar through the sky, their peaceful and quiet
movements, and their beautiful designs all contribute to their enduring popularity. As technology
continues to advance, it will be interesting to see how hot air balloons evolve and what new applications
they will find in the future.

Answer the following questions by choosing the letter of the best answer.

25 What is the purpose of the text?
A. to provide information about the history, evolution, and uses of hot air balloons
B. to share personal experiences of how amazing it is to fly in a hot air balloon
C. to promote the use of hot air balloons compared to other modes of transportation
D. to argue against the use of hot air balloons for any purpose other than for recreation