“Como Fazer do Mundo um Lugar Melhor: Voluntariado e Migração”
Tema: MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE, CAN I BE A VOLUNTEER?, MODAL VERBS (SHOULD,CAN,MUST,MAY), WHY DO PEOPLE MIGRATE?
Etapa/Série: 8º ano
Disciplina: Língua Inglesa
Questões: 10
8th Grade English Assessment
Theme: Making the World a Better Place, Can I Be a Volunteer?, Modal Verbs (Should, Can, Must, May), Why Do People Migrate?
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Instructions:
Read each question carefully and choose or write the best answer based on the themes presented.
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Questions:
1. (Multiple Choice) Which of the following actions can help make the world a better place?
a) Ignoring environmental issues
b) Volunteering at a local shelter
c) Using disposable plastic bags
d) Contributing to energy waste
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2. (True/False) You should always help others when they ask for support.
a) True
b) False
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3. (Fill in the Blanks) Complete the sentences using modal verbs from the list: should, can, must, may.
“If we want to make our community better, we ______ volunteer our time. Everyone ______ contribute in some way. People ______ think about their actions and how they affect others.”
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4. (Dissertative) Explain why volunteering is important for both the community and the volunteer. Provide at least three reasons in your response.
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5. (Multiple Choice) Why do people migrate from one country to another?
a) To escape war and conflict
b) To find better job opportunities
c) For better education
d) All of the above
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6. (True/False) The modal verb ‘must’ indicates a suggestion or option.
a) True
b) False
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7. (Fill in the Blanks) Use the correct modal verb (should, can, must, may) to complete the sentences:
“To help combat climate change, people ______ reduce their carbon footprints. You ______ consider using public transport instead of driving.”
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8. (Short Answer) List two ways in which individuals can support people who have migrated to their country.
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9. (Dissertative) Discuss the impact of volunteering on personal development. How can it change someone’s perspective or habits?
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10. (Multiple Choice) People migrate for various reasons. Which of the following is NOT a reason for migration?
a) Political stability
b) Natural disasters
c) Desire for a different lifestyle
d) Unemployment for current residents
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Answer Key:
1. b) Volunteering at a local shelter
*Volunteering is an active way to contribute positively to the community.*
2. a) True
*Helping others is a fundamental aspect of creating a supportive community.*
3. “If we want to make our community better, we can volunteer our time. Everyone should contribute in some way. People must think about their actions and how they affect others.”
*These modals express ability, necessity, and obligation respectively.*
4. *Volunteering is important because:*
– *It helps the community by providing essential services.*
– *It improves social bonds and cohesion among community members.*
– *It allows volunteers to gain new skills and experiences that can enhance their personal growth.*
5. d) All of the above
*People often migrate for multiple reasons related to safety, opportunity, and education.*
6. b) False
*The modal verb ‘must’ indicates necessity or obligation, not merely a suggestion.*
7. “To help combat climate change, people must reduce their carbon footprints. You should consider using public transport instead of driving.”
*These modals indicate strong necessity and advice.*
8. *Answers may vary, but could include:*
– *Providing language assistance.*
– *Offering job placement support.*
9. *Volunteering can lead to personal development by:*
– *Broadening one’s perspective on social issues.*
– *Encouraging empathy and understanding of diverse backgrounds.*
– *Promoting responsibility and commitment to community engagement.*
10. d) Unemployment for current residents
*Unemployment for current residents does not typically motivate migration; it is generally a situation that affects those who are already in that location.*
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These questions and answers are designed to assess the understanding of key themes related to making the world a better place, volunteering, modal verbs, and migration issues, which aligns with the expected competencies for the 8th grade as outlined in the BNCC.
