Subject: English

Grade: Prep 3

Test 3 (C) — First Term

English Test 3 (C)

Reading & Writing

Time: 1 hour

Total Marks: 30

Year: 2026/2027

Name:
Class:
Seat No.:
Mark:  _____ / 30
A. Reading (15 Marks)
1. Choose the correct answer from a, b, c or d: (5 marks)
  1. 1)
    Finding a .............. between work and rest is important for your well-being.
    a) balance b) problem c) difference d) mistake
  2. 2)
    Social media can be a major .............. if not used properly during study time.
    a) distraction b) solution c) tool d) friend
  3. 3)
    Students .............. use phones during exams. It's strictly against the rules.
    a) must b) should c) mustn't d) can
  4. 4)
    .............. technology helps us solve complex problems efficiently.
    a) Cutting-edge b) Old c) Broken d) Simple
  5. 5)
    .............. I use your laptop to finish my school project?
    a) Must b) Should c) Can d) Mustn't
2. Read the following text, then answer the questions: (6 marks)
Managing our habits in the digital age requires a clear balance between technology use and physical health. Doing homework on a computer is a productive use of technology, but spending too much screen time can cause high levels of stress and affect sleep and mood. To stay healthy, students must learn to control their habits because social media can easily become a major distraction. Although studying online is convenient, finding time for rest and face-to-face interaction keeps both our bodies and minds strong.
A) Choose the correct answer from a, b, c or d:
  1. 1)
    The main idea of the text is ..............
    a) spending all day on social media b) balancing screen time and healthy habits c) buying new computers d) ignoring school homework
  2. 2)
    The underlined word "productive" in the passage means ..............
    a) useless b) helpful and effective c) boring d) slow
B) Answer the following questions:
  1. 3)
    How can too much screen time affect a student's health and mood?
    Answer:
  2. 4)
    Give an example of productive screen time mentioned in the text.
    Answer:
  3. 5)
    Why is social media considered a big distraction for students?
    Answer:
  4. 6)
    What should students do to keep their minds and bodies healthy?
    Answer:
Story: "The School Garden Project" (4 Marks)
Zeina and her classmates decided to transform their gray playground into a beautiful green garden. Despite heavy rain destroying their first plants and other students making fun of them, they didn't give up. With Miss Huda's support, they replanted and worked harder. Over time, the garden became a source of pride and the students learned valuable lessons about teamwork, resilience, and taking care of their school environment.
3.a. Choose the correct answer from a, b, c or d: (2 marks)
  1. 1)
    What major obstacle did Zeina and her team face in Chapter 3 after planting their first seeds?
    a) The school administration canceled the project. b) Two weeks of heavy rain hit the school and killed the first plants. c) Other students refused to let them use the playground. d) They ran out of water completely.
  2. 2)
    How did the garden project change the way students treated their school environment in Chapter 4?
    a) They stopped throwing trash because they felt a sense of ownership and pride. b) They decided to build a big fence around the school playground. c) They asked Miss Huda to hire professional gardeners. d) They stopped playing sports on the concrete area.
3.b. Answer the following questions: (2 marks)
  1. 3)
    How did Zeina show courage and leadership skills when starting the project in Chapter 2?
    Answer:
  2. 4)
    What core lesson about teamwork and resilience does the story teach us in Chapter 6?
    Answer:
B. Writing (15 Marks)
4. Rewrite the following sentences: (3 marks)
  1. 1)
    Studying online is convenient, but it can be hard to focus at home. (Although)
    Answer:
  2. 2)
    You are not allowed to forget to save your work before closing the computer. (mustn't)
    Answer:
  3. 3)
    It is necessary for us to protect the environment for future generations. (must)
    Answer:
5. Complete the sentences with the correct form of the word(s) in brackets: (3 marks)
  1. 1)
    You .............. (should) eat vegetables every day to stay healthy.
    Answer:
  2. 2)
    Young people .............. (be) the future of Egypt.
    Answer:
  3. 3)
    Staying .............. (focus) during class helps us learn more.
    Answer:
6. Complete the following dialog: (4 marks)
  1. Zeina and Nancy are talking about the school garden project.

    Nancy: Hi Zeina! Look at the playground, it looks so gray and depressing.

    Zeina (1):

    Nancy: A garden? That's a wonderful idea! Who will help us build it?

    Zeina (2):

    Nancy: But what will happen if our first plants die because of bad weather?

    Zeina (3):

    Nancy (4): ! Let's present our proposal to Miss Huda today.

7. Write a PARAGRAPH of ONE HUNDRED & TEN (110) words on: (5 marks)
"How small ideas can create big changes in your school or community"