Épreuve Anglais 1ere c
COLLEGE JEAN TABI D'ETOUDI
ENGLISH LANGUAGE HARMONISED EVALUATION
SECTIONA : GRAMMAR (10 Marks)
Bango and Sofia are very good friends, they intented to go shopping but Sofia hans't got notions on a good bargain so Bango is counselling her on how to go about it. With the help of the words given in the brackets, complete the dialogue by choosing the correct answers. (5 marks)
BANGO : Hello Sofia SOFIA : Hi Bango, How are you doing today? BANGO : I'm fine, why did you call for me?
SOFIA : I have a birthday party ......................(for, on, in) Saturday.................. (but, so, and) i want to go shopping since you know my eternal problem of incompetency in hargaining. I plead you help me
SOFIA : Oh i am terrible............. (in, at, for) bargaining.
SOFIA : Sure, it can actually be fun if you don't know and i am not too patient.
BANGO : Exactly,...............(so, but, while) people just keep pushing for....................(low, lower, lowest) prices, doesn't that annoy the sellers? Instead, be polite that is just the trick. Therefore,............... (since, for, during) the bargaining, try saying something like.................... (have seen, have saw, have been seeing) a similar item for a bit less somewhere.
SOFIA : Oh, good idea indeed! I...................(must, would, could) compare it to other places !
BANGO : You got it! You know that prices are................. (hardly, usually, never) flexible. Just stay confident and friendly to the seller. SOFIA: This is something that I didn't know.................. (during, for, since) many years, now I'll try it as we are going. Allow me to put into practice your advice.
BANGO : Okay, let's go.
EXERCISE 2: Use the the instructions in the brackets to change these sentences that talk about culture and shopping wisely. (5 marks)
1) I practise the Essani dance for over 10 years now. (change the sentences into present perfect continuous)...................................................................................................
2) The students.......................... to read expiry dates on food products when they were in the class of 2nde (Put the verb to learn in the correct tense)
3) I bought a new computer. I had money. (Change to 3rd conditional sentence)........................................................................................................
4) I bring my children to the restaurant to enjoy ourselves. (Use ought to to express a regret).............................................................................................................
5) "I will buy for a new computer tomorrow" said Jannette (Put the sentence into the reported speech)
SECTION B/VOCABULARY (10 Marks)
Exercise 1: Add the prefixes "under, over, in, il " to their apppropriate words in the brackets to fill in the gaps of the sentences which talk about purchasing goods and services. (3 marks)
a) This television is................................ (price) I do not have enough money to afford
b) It is very................. (legal) to buy second-hand phones
c) My classmates............. (estimated) the value of my shoes.
Exercise 2 : Complete the gaps with your own words to talk about purchasing. (5 marks)
a) Some shoppers always advertise a................... of a certain percentage so that they can quickly sell their products.
b) People who want to start a business always take credits or................... from a bank
c) You can use a credit..................... to buy goods from a supermarket if you do not have money
d) Before you buy a product make sure you read the ............................date carefully
Exercise 3 : Provide the Synonyms of the underlined words about economic life by writing the answer in the spaces provided. (2 marks.)
a) In my quarter we have many street _vendors_ who struggle to earn a living
b) My sister got a lot of _profit_ by selling beans and puff-puff
c) I watched _publicity_ of cosmetic products on TV over the weekends
d) Ben bought this pair of trainers for the _cost_ of 25000 frs.
SECTION C : READING COMPRENHENSION (10 Marks)
Means of Purchasing Goods and Services
In today's world, there are numerous ways to purchase goods and services. The method people use to make payments have evolved significantly, providing consumers with greater convenience and flexibility. Here, we'll look at some of the most common means of purchasing goods and services cash, credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payments.
Cash is the most traditional form of payment and has been used for thousands of years involves the physical exchange of currency, usually in the form of bills and coins. Cash is widely accepted and allows for immediate payment without the need for technology. However, cash can be inconvenient, especially for large purchases or in situations where exact change is required. Additionally, cash transactions do not provide a record of the purchase unless a receipt is issued, making it harder to track spending.
Credit cards have become an extremely popular form of payment since their introduction in the mid-20th century. They allow consumers to make purchases on credit, which means they can buy items and pay for them later. Credit cards offer convenience and often provide rewards, such as cashback or travel points, for each purchase. However, using credit cards also comes with risks, such as high-interest rates on unpaid balances and the potential to accumulate debt.
Debit cards are similar to credit cards in appearance and function but differ in a crucial re way : they draw money directly from a person's bank account rather than offering credit. This feature makes it easier for people to manage their spending, as they can only spend money they already have. Many people find debit cards more convenient than cash for everyday purchases, but debit cards may not offer the same level of rewards as credit cards.
Mobile payments have become increasingly popular in recent years, especially with the rise of smartphones and digital wallets like Apple Pay and Google Wallet. Mobile payments use technology to enable cashless transactions via smartphones. This method of payment is extremely convenient and secure, often requiring just a tap or scan to complete a transaction. However, mobile payments depend on technology and may not be available in areas with limited internet access or in businesses that do not support digital transactions.
Each of these payment methods has its advantages and disadvantages, and the choice often depends on the consumer's needs and preferences. Some people still prefer the familiarity of cash, while others embrace the convenience of mobile payments. As technology continues to advance, new payment methods may emerge, further shaping the way people purchase goods and services.
Questions:
1) What is the most traditional form of payment discussed in the passage? 1pts.................................................................................................................
2) How does a debit card differ from a credit card in terms of how it is linked to the user's funds ?2pts ................................................................................................................
3) According to the passage, what might limit the use of mobile payment ? 2pts................................................................................................................
4) Answer true or false; credit cards transactions are recorded, unlike cash transactions, which often lack a record unless a receipt is provided. 1 pts..................................................................................................................
5) Explain in your own words two advantages and two disadvantages of purchaing by a debit card and cash.4pts
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SECTION D : WRITING COMPOSITION.
Choose just one topic from those proposed and write a composition in good language of not more than 300 words
Topic 1: Every human beings is confronted with marketing, and indispensable activity we can't live without.
From all the types of market that we have studied, choose any one that suits you and write about its advantages and inconveniences, then tell us why you like the type of market.
Topic 2 : Imagine that TABI Eposi is new in Yaounde town and you would like to help her do shopping at Etoudi market on Saturday. Write a dialogue between EPOSI and you, you leave at Etoudi and EPOSI is at MESSASI vicinity.
1) Describe the location from MESSASI to Etoudi by stating possible questions that EPOSI would ask in order to reach you,
2) describe the market to her and tell her where she could have the items that the wants, then tell her where you prefer shopping.
