[Part-2] Communicative: Grade 12 Entrance: English Exam Questions about Communicative Activities with Answers, Explanations, Exam Techniques (Part-2)

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Welcome to Yes Smart Education >> G-12 Entrance+

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By Million Abebe (Masters in English and B. Ed. Degree in Pedagogy)

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Instruction-1: Choose the best answer that complete the given dialogue! 

Instruction-2: Do the next 3 key things while practicing these and any other practice questions:

1. Practice/do these questions by writing the answers on pieces of paper!

2. Get correction by cross-checking your answers with the given key answers!

3. Take corrective actions/measures based on your current performance!

Note: The links for the answers and explanations for these questions are given at the end!

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 Challenge-1

1. Lensa: My spoken English is really horrible; ________?

Zemzem: Practice speaking every day in front of your friends. (G-12: Entrance)

A. why you learn English 

C. what is yours like

B. do you like English 

D. what should I do

2. Student:___________________

Teacher: Yes. This will be our tomorrow's lesson. (G-12: Entrance)

A. Could you explain to me about active and passive voices?

B. When do you teach us about active and passive voices?

C. Who knows about active and passive voices?

D. You could learn active and passive voices. 

3. Friend: What do you think unemployment will be like in the future?

You:_________________ (G-12: Entrance)

A. I am sure today’s children won’t expect a job from the government

B. In my opinion, none of a working age will be unemployed

C. I think unemployment is a universal problem these days

D. Think about today; tomorrow is another day

4. Teacher: __________________

Parent: You are right, wearing a uniform should be compulsory for class attendance. (G-12: Entrance)

A. Isn't it very disappointing to see students in the classroom without their uniform

B. Is it very disappointing to see students in the classroom without their uniform

C. When do we see students in the classroom without their uniform

D. Why do we see students in the classroom without their uniform

5. Husband: Six people died and three were injured in a car accident today. Wife:______ Has the cause been known? (G-12: Entrance)

A. Look after yourself on the road. 

C. I am sorry to say this. 

B. Never trust a car driver. 

D. What a terrible news!

6. Abeya: I think that education is the only way to live a better life?

Temesgen: True, but I should say ________ (G-12: Entrance)

A. going to college is not mandatory

B. perhaps we need to learn further

C. perhaps it is one among the few

D. going to college is simple

7. Neighbor: Today's youths have a much wider access to information than those who lived in the past. 

Father: Yes, but ____________ (G-12: Entrance)

A. it's good to remember those who lived in the past were less intelligent

B. the trouble is they are indiscriminate in their choice of information

C. we should appreciate the unlimited interest of today's youth

D. the main point is they do not read all that comes their way

8. Teacher: Tell me the reasons why learning English is important to you. 

Student: _______________ (G-12: Entrance)

A. To begin with, English is a compulsory school subject

B. As a matter of fact, we learn English five days a week

C. Believe it or not, my written English is very good

D. Firstly, English is not my favourite school subject

9. Mother: Why are you going so early today?

    Daughter: _________ Mom. (G-12: Entrance)

A. Nobody said it is early 

C. In order to get a front seat

B. Mind your own business 

D. It is not very early

10. Husband: Where would you like us to go for dinner?

       Wife: __________ I like their French toast. (G-12: Entrance)

A. How about trying Haile Grand Hotel?

B. I do not have enough money for dinner. 

C. I do not care about dinner tonight. 

D. Is your sister going with us?

11. Ararso: What is your opinion about the need for college education?

Jirata:  ______________ (G-12: Entrance)

A. What is the requirement to join college?

B. I feel certain that it's absolutely necessary. 

C. None of my children joined college. 

D. I think I've a good idea about it. 

12. Mother: Tell me why schools are closed in Kiremt in Ethiopia. 

Daughter: ___________ (G-12: Entrance)

A. Did you learn year-long yourself?

B. Nobody likes going to school. 

C. I hate Kiremt, Mom. 

D. I haven't any clue, Mom. 

13. Ahmed: ___________________

Samson: You know why? He is such a funny boy that he makes everyone laugh. (G-12: Entrance)

A. Do you like to sit next to Solomon in the classroom

B. Where do many students like to sit in the classroom

C. Why do many students like to sit next to Solomon

D. Is Solomon a funny boy

14. Kidist: _____________

       Hana: With sugar, please. (G-12: Entrance)

A. Would you prefer your coffee with or without sugar

B. How much sugar do you like in your coffee

C. Is it good to drink coffee without sugar

D. Do you like your coffee with sugar

15. Student: Today, I'm interviewing Business Managers to give me some idea about the field. Let me begin by __________ 

Manager: To put it simply, I joined the department because I wanted to learn how to run my own business. (G-12: Entrance)

A. asking you how you decided to study business management

B. telling you the history of the field in our context

C. telling you a few important things about the field

D. explaining job opportunities in the field

16. Father: _______________?

Mother: He did not get full mark on his English exam. (G-12: Entrance)

A. Why is Zena crying 

B. How is Zena crying 

C. Who is crying Zena

D. When is Zena crying

17. Lilu: ______________

Maria: I'm sorry; I'm a stranger too. (G-12: Entrance)

A. Could you tell me where the director's office is?

B. Hi, you know the director's office, don't you?

C. Where is the director's office, if I may ask?

D. I am sorry to say that, but I got lost. 

18. Nuru: Well done, Daniel! You got an A grade on your Maths. 

Daniel: Really?___________ (G-12: Entrance) 

A. A good achievement, isn't it

B. Thank you for the good news. 

C. I'm glad you liked it. 

D. Nice work, isn't it?

19. Friend: _______________I'm almost blind in the dark. 

       You: Don't worry about it. (G-12: Entrance)

A. Will you forgive me for stepping on your foot?

B. I shouldn't have stepped on your foot. 

C. Excuse me for stepping on your foot. 

D. Did I step on your foot?

20. Daughter: I think brilliant students should be exempted from cost-sharing. 

Mother: _________________ money shouldn't be a reward for good work. (G-12: Entrance)

A. No, I don't accept this foolish idea

B. I am afraid I can't agree

C. This is stupid

D. Shut up

Challenge-2

1. Secretary: May I help you? 

    Visitor: _______________ (G-12: Entrance)

A. Why do you ask?           

B. What kind of help?

C. What do you mean?      

D. Can I see the boss, please?

2. Kuku: ___________________

Lili: Delicious! The cook must be great. (G-12: Entrance)

A. Was the cook so good?          

B. Did you enjoy the dinner?

C. What was the dinner like?   

D. What does the dinner like?

3. Student: _________________

Friend: Certainly. Imagine he wasn't in our group! (G-12: Entrance)

A. Do they like Gebre?                      

B. Isn't Gebre so entertaining?

C. Isn't Gebre always laughing?      

D. Is Gebre doing our assignment?

4. Belay: Everybody should contribute. This is for the good of the community.

Kiros: _________________ (G-12: Entrance)

A. I can't agree more.                         

B. Can eVerybody afford it?

C. Health centres are important.     

D. Each of us is to pay birr 5000.

5. Brother: Life is getting more and more expensive here. Shall we leave for another place?

Sister: _________________ (G-12: Entrance)

A. How much do you earn now?            

B. I guess it is the same everywhere.

C. How much do you need for your food?

D. True! Everybody is complaining these days.

6. Nana: Dad is getting us a new TV set. I am excited.

    Chala: __________________(G-12: Entrance)

A. I can't believe that!                       

B. Is your dad rich enough?

C. How much is he going to pay? 

D. Many people around do not have a TV set

7. Tola: Let's go out for a drink.

     Bereket: _________________ (G-12: Entrance)

A. Who else is coming?                      

B. Why do you like drinks?

C. Drinks are means of socializing.

D. I would rather like going to the theatre.

8. Alem: __________________

    Thomas: No way! I'll need it tomorrow. (G-12: Entrance)

A. Do you need your money back soon?

B. When should I pay you back the money?

C. Can I pay you back the money next week?

D. Do you need your money back tomorrow?

9. Bontu: Did you know she took your camera?

    Chaltu: _______________ (G-12: Entrance)

A. I know she is very bad.                 

B. Cameras need care to handle.

C. This is not just ordinary camera. 

D. How dare she? She didn't ask me for it.

10. Lilu: Hi Beza. It's me.

      Beza: Hello, Lilu! Where _____ all day? (G-12: Entrance)

A. were you                    

B. are you    

C. have you been         

D. had you been

11. Tamrat: Well, let's go to the cinema

       Hailu: ______________ (G-12: Entrance)

A. Do we have time to study?           

B. When did we go there last?

C. Ok. Which film do you want to?  

D. Sylvester Stallone is a very great actor.

12. Teacher: What are your favorite things to do at weekends?

Student: ______________ (G-12: Entrance)

A. I like sight-seeing.                               

B. I don't quite like shopping.

C. I'm going swimming this weekend. 

D. I'm not doing anything this weekend.

13. Abebe: Why did you go to Gambella?

       Kibret: _______________ (G-12: Entrance)

A. It is very hot there.                   

B. To visit my birth place.

C. It is a rapidly growing town   

D. The people are very friendly

14. Teacher: What was the weather like here yesterday?

       Student: ________________ (G-12: Entrance)

A. It rains every day.             

B. I think it is a lovely day.

C. It was sunny and warm.   

D. I did not go out yesterday.

15. Teacher: How do you like your younger sister?

       Student: ______________ (G-12: Entrance)

A. She's a smart girl.      

B. She's my favorite.

C. She's still at school.    

D. She's not old enough for marriage.

16. You: Good morning, ___________

       Guest: No, thanks. (G-12: Entrance)

A. Can I help?                   

B. What's the matter?  

C. How do you do?         

D. Can I have coffee please?

17. Teacher: __________________

       Student: I get out of bed. (G-12: Entrance)

A. What time do you get up?               

B. Do you ever get up before six?

C. Who gets up first in your family?  

D. What do you do first in the morning?

18. Abera: Excuse me. Can you tell me the time, please?

       Bekele: ____________ (G-12: Entrance)

A. It's after breakfast.                       

B. There is no time around here.

C. I'm sorry. I don't have a watch.  

D. Never mind. I don't have a watch.

19. Passenger 1: Excuse me, I think those seats facing the front are ours

Passenger 2: ____________ (G-12: Entrance)

A. Oh, I'm sorry. We know they were reserved.

B. Oh, what a shame! I like seats facing the front.

C. I'm afraid the seats are not comfortable enough.

D. Oh, I'm sorry. We did not know they were reserved.

20. Father: I think you'll pass this examination with very good grades. You have been studying hard over the last months.

Son: ______________ (G-12: Entrance)

A. I haven't decided yet my field of study.

B. I can't tell you about my excitement, Dad.

C. I think I won't pass the exam. I did not study hard, actually.

D. I don't think I'll pass the exam. I did not study hard enough.

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