My name is Suresh. I am a teacher. I teach English at a high school. I wake up at 5 AM every day. I like to drink tea in the morning. I go to school at 7:30 AM. My students are very good. They listen to me carefully. I love my job. In my free time, I like to read books. I also like to play cricket with my friends on Sundays.
Questions & Answers:
What is Suresh's profession? Answer: Teacher (English teacher).
What time does Suresh wake up? Answer: 5 AM.
What does Suresh like to drink in the morning? Answer: Tea.
What does Suresh like to do in his free time? Answer: Read books and play cricket.
23.4 Sample Passage 2 — Intermediate
Global warming is one of the biggest problems facing our planet. It is caused by the increase of greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide. These gases trap heat from the sun, causing the earth's temperature to rise. This leads to melting of ice caps, rising sea levels, and extreme weather conditions. Many countries are taking steps to reduce carbon emissions. Individuals can also help by using public transport, planting trees, and saving electricity. If we do not act now, the consequences will be severe.
Questions & Answers:
What is global warming caused by? Answer: Increase of greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide.
What do greenhouse gases do? Answer: Trap heat from the sun, causing the earth's temperature to rise.
What are the effects of global warming? (Name any two) Answer: Melting of ice caps, rising sea levels.
What can individuals do to help? (Name any two) Answer: Use public transport, plant trees.
23.5 Sample Passage 3 — Advanced
The habit of reading is one of the most valuable gifts a person can have. Reading not only improves vocabulary and language skills but also enhances empathy and imagination. When we read stories, we experience different cultures, emotions, and perspectives. In today's digital age, people are spending more time on social media than on books. This is a worrying trend because reading helps reduce stress and improves focus. Experts suggest that reading for just 20 minutes a day can have a positive impact on mental health. Schools and parents should encourage children to read more books instead of spending too much time on screens.
Questions & Answers:
What are the benefits of reading? (Name any three) Answer: Improves vocabulary, language skills, empathy, imagination, reduces stress.
What is a worrying trend mentioned in the passage? Answer: People are spending more time on social media than on books.
How does reading help mental health? Answer: It helps reduce stress and improves focus.
What do experts suggest? Answer: Reading for just 20 minutes a day can have a positive impact on mental health.
23.6 Passage 4 — Digital Literacy (with MCQs)
Digital literacy is the ability to use digital devices and the internet effectively. In the modern world, digital literacy is as important as reading and writing. It includes skills like using email, searching for information online, and understanding online safety. Many schools are now including digital literacy in their curriculum. However, not everyone has access to digital devices. This is called the "digital divide." Governments and NGOs are working to bridge this gap by providing computers and internet access to rural areas. Digital literacy can open many doors for employment and education.
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23.7 Reading Practice — Ananya's Story
Ananya is a 10-year-old girl. She lives in a small village near a river. She loves to paint and draw. Every day after school, she sits under a big tree and paints the nature around her. Her dream is to become a famous artist. Her parents support her dream, but they don't have much money to buy art supplies. Ananya is determined to achieve her goal. She saves her pocket money to buy colors and brushes. She also participates in art competitions at school. She has won two prizes already.
Questions & Answers:
How old is Ananya? Answer: 10 years old.
What does Ananya love to do? Answer: Paint and draw.
Where does she sit after school? Answer: Under a big tree.
What is her dream? Answer: To become a famous artist.
How does she save money for art supplies? Answer: She saves her pocket money.
Chapter 23 Quiz (Based on Passage 4)
1. What is digital literacy?
A. Ability to read and write
B. Ability to play video games
C. Ability to use digital devices and the internet
D. Ability to use a computer only
2. What is the "digital divide"?
A. A gap between rich and poor
B. A gap between cities and villages
C. A gap between men and women
D. A gap between those who have access to digital devices and those who don't
3. How are governments and NGOs helping?
A. By building more schools
B. By giving money to people
C. By providing computers and internet to rural areas
D. By teaching digital literacy in cities only
4. Why is digital literacy important?
A. It helps in playing games
B. It helps in watching movies
C. It is not important
D. It opens doors for employment and education
5. What is the main idea of this passage?
A. Digital literacy is not important
B. Only governments should provide digital literacy
C. Digital literacy is only for young people
D. Digital literacy is important and should be available to everyone
6. What does "bridge this gap" mean in the passage?
A. Build a bridge
B. Increase the gap
C. Ignore the gap
D. Reduce the difference between those who have access and those who don't
7. Which of the following is NOT a digital literacy skill?
A. Using email
B. Searching for information online
C. Playing football
D. Understanding online safety
8. According to the passage, digital literacy is as important as: