Online English 112 Exam | Zaid Awad - Quiz, Flashcards & Trivia

1. Q20 : I'm exhausted . I_________ in the garden all day

Have worked

Have been working

Worked

Work

The correct answer is "have been working." This is because the sentence "I'm exhausted" indicates that the speaker is currently tired. The phrase "have been working" is in the present perfect continuous tense, which suggests that the speaker has been continuously working in the garden throughout the day, leading to their exhaustion.

Explanation

The correct answer is "have been working." This is because the sentence "I'm exhausted" indicates that the speaker is currently tired. The phrase "have been working" is in the present perfect continuous tense, which suggests that the speaker has been continuously working in the garden throughout the day, leading to their exhaustion.

2. Q15 : i was really __________ during the show

Boring

Bored

The correct answer is "bored." This is because the word "bored" is used to describe a feeling of being uninterested or lacking excitement. In the given sentence, the speaker is describing their state of being during the show, indicating that they were not entertained or engaged. Therefore, "bored" is the appropriate word to fill in the blank.

Explanation

The correct answer is "bored." This is because the word "bored" is used to describe a feeling of being uninterested or lacking excitement. In the given sentence, the speaker is describing their state of being during the show, indicating that they were not entertained or engaged. Therefore, "bored" is the appropriate word to fill in the blank.

3. Q19 : my parents always told me to __________ my best

Make

Take

Do

Have

The correct answer is "do" because the phrase "to do my best" is a common expression that means to put forth maximum effort or perform to the best of one's abilities. The other options, such as "make," "take," and "have," do not fit in the context and do not convey the same meaning.

Explanation

The correct answer is "do" because the phrase "to do my best" is a common expression that means to put forth maximum effort or perform to the best of one's abilities. The other options, such as "make," "take," and "have," do not fit in the context and do not convey the same meaning.

4. Q22 : while I ___________ (cycle) past some villages , I _______ (see) some people in their gardens .

Cycled , was seeing

Was cycling , was seeing

Was cycling , saw

Cycled , saw

The correct answer is "was cycling, saw." The question is asking for the correct verb forms to use while describing a past event. The verb "was cycling" is in the past continuous tense, indicating an ongoing action in the past. The verb "saw" is in the simple past tense, indicating a completed action in the past. Therefore, the correct answer is "was cycling, saw."

Explanation

The correct answer is "was cycling, saw." The question is asking for the correct verb forms to use while describing a past event. The verb "was cycling" is in the past continuous tense, indicating an ongoing action in the past. The verb "saw" is in the simple past tense, indicating a completed action in the past. Therefore, the correct answer is "was cycling, saw."

5. Q18 : my roommate is driving me crazy . she always _______ a mess in the kitchen and never cleans up .

Takes

Does

Makes

Has

The correct answer is "makes" because it is the appropriate verb to use in this context. The sentence is talking about the roommate creating or causing a mess in the kitchen, indicating that she is responsible for it. The verb "makes" accurately conveys this meaning.

Explanation

The correct answer is "makes" because it is the appropriate verb to use in this context. The sentence is talking about the roommate creating or causing a mess in the kitchen, indicating that she is responsible for it. The verb "makes" accurately conveys this meaning.

6. Macedonia A) The country of Macedonia, whose official name is the Republic of Macedonia, is located in Southern Europe, near Greece. There are about 2 million people living in this relatively new country. It declared its independence from Yugoslavia in 1991 and was officially recognized by the United Nations in 1993. B )The name "Macedonia" comes from an ancient Greek word which meant "tall". This could have referred to either the land of Macedonia, which has many mountains, or it could have referred to what the Macedonian people looked like (they may have been tall). Therefore, the name "Macedonia" might have meant "highlanders" or "tall people". C )Macedonia has a long and interesting history. In ancient times, Alexander the Great who was born in Macedonia in 323 BC, created the largest Empire the world had ever seen. Later, the Romans created a province called Macedonia in 146 BC. During the medieval period , from about 500 to 1400, different rulers came and went and the land was controlled by different kings. After that time, the area came under Ottoman rule. This would last for another 500 years, until World War I. From WWI to the present day, the history of Macedonia has been complicated. Borders and rulers changed many times. It was only until 1991 that stability came and the modern country emerged. D )The population of Macedonia is diverse and there are several different groups of people living there. The largest group of people, at about 64% of the population, are the Macedonians. The next largest group, making up about 25% of the population, are the Albanians. After these two largest groups there are several other small groups such as Turks (2.8%), Roma (2.66%), Serbs (1.7%) as well as a few other groups. Map of Europe, showing Macedonia

E )There are several languages spoken in Macedonia. The most widely spoken is Macedonian. Other languages include Albanian, Turkish, Romani and Aromanian. Although Macedonia is the official language, in places where at least 20% of the people speak another language, that language is used for official purposes, such as in the courts.

F) Things are improving in Macedonia. Over the last ten years its economy has grown steadily. It has a vibrant culture and the people are hard-working. This shows that although Macedonia may have had a difficult past, its future looks bright. Q2 ) How much time between the independence and the recognition of Macedonia by the united nations ?

One year

Two years

Not given

Three yaers

The correct answer is two years. Macedonia declared its independence from Yugoslavia in 1991 and was officially recognized by the United Nations in 1993.

Explanation

The correct answer is two years. Macedonia declared its independence from Yugoslavia in 1991 and was officially recognized by the United Nations in 1993.

7. Macedonia A) The country of Macedonia, whose official name is the Republic of Macedonia, is located in Southern Europe, near Greece. There are about 2 million people living in this relatively new country. It declared its independence from Yugoslavia in 1991 and was officially recognized by the United Nations in 1993. B )The name "Macedonia" comes from an ancient Greek word which meant "tall". This could have referred to either the land of Macedonia, which has many mountains, or it could have referred to what the Macedonian people looked like (they may have been tall). Therefore, the name "Macedonia" might have meant "highlanders" or "tall people". C )Macedonia has a long and interesting history. In ancient times, Alexander the Great who was born in Macedonia in 323 BC, created the largest Empire the world had ever seen. Later, the Romans created a province called Macedonia in 146 BC. During the medieval period , from about 500 to 1400, different rulers came and went and the land was controlled by different kings. After that time, the area came under Ottoman rule. This would last for another 500 years, until World War I. From WWI to the present day, the history of Macedonia has been complicated. Borders and rulers changed many times. It was only until 1991 that stability came and the modern country emerged. D )The population of Macedonia is diverse and there are several different groups of people living there. The largest group of people, at about 64% of the population, are the Macedonians. The next largest group, making up about 25% of the population, are the Albanians. After these two largest groups there are several other small groups such as Turks (2.8%), Roma (2.66%), Serbs (1.7%) as well as a few other groups.

E )There are several languages spoken in Macedonia. The most widely spoken is Macedonian. Other languages include Albanian, Turkish, Romani and Aromanian. Although Macedonia is the official language, in places where at least 20% of the people speak another language, that language is used for official purposes, such as in the courts.

F) Things are improving in Macedonia. Over the last ten years its economy has grown steadily. It has a vibrant culture and the people are hard-working. This shows that although Macedonia may have had a difficult past, its future looks bright. Q9 : there are only three languages spoken in Macedonia .

True

False

Not given

False. The passage states that there are several languages spoken in Macedonia, including Macedonian, Albanian, Turkish, Romani, and Aromanian.

Explanation

False. The passage states that there are several languages spoken in Macedonia, including Macedonian, Albanian, Turkish, Romani, and Aromanian.

8. Q10 : when my brother arrived we for two hours (wait)

Had been waiting

Had waited

Have been waiting

Waited

The correct answer is "had been waiting". This is because the sentence is in the past perfect continuous tense, indicating an action that started in the past and continued up until a specific point in the past. The phrase "when my brother arrived" indicates the specific point in the past, and the verb "had been waiting" correctly conveys the continuous action of waiting for two hours before that point.

Explanation

The correct answer is "had been waiting". This is because the sentence is in the past perfect continuous tense, indicating an action that started in the past and continued up until a specific point in the past. The phrase "when my brother arrived" indicates the specific point in the past, and the verb "had been waiting" correctly conveys the continuous action of waiting for two hours before that point.

9. Q12 : you always should try to________ your homework early in the morning

Doing

Do

Take

Make

The sentence suggests that one should try to complete their homework early in the morning. The word "do" is the correct answer as it is the appropriate verb to use in this context to indicate the action of completing homework.

Explanation

The sentence suggests that one should try to complete their homework early in the morning. The word "do" is the correct answer as it is the appropriate verb to use in this context to indicate the action of completing homework.

10. Q13 : this room is disgusting ! it's absolutely __________

Hilarious

Filthy

Starving

Tiny

The word "disgusting" indicates that the room is in a very dirty and unpleasant condition. The word "filthy" aligns with this description as it means extremely dirty or covered in filth. Therefore, "filthy" is the correct answer to describe the room based on the given context.

Explanation

The word "disgusting" indicates that the room is in a very dirty and unpleasant condition. The word "filthy" aligns with this description as it means extremely dirty or covered in filth. Therefore, "filthy" is the correct answer to describe the room based on the given context.

11. Macedonia A) The country of Macedonia, whose official name is the Republic of Macedonia, is located in Southern Europe, near Greece. There are about 2 million people living in this relatively new country. It declared its independence from Yugoslavia in 1991 and was officially recognized by the United Nations in 1993. B )The name "Macedonia" comes from an ancient Greek word which meant "tall". This could have referred to either the land of Macedonia, which has many mountains, or it could have referred to what the Macedonian people looked like (they may have been tall). Therefore, the name "Macedonia" might have meant "highlanders" or "tall people". C )Macedonia has a long and interesting history. In ancient times, Alexander the Great who was born in Macedonia in 323 BC, created the largest Empire the world had ever seen. Later, the Romans created a province called Macedonia in 146 BC. During the medieval period , from about 500 to 1400, different rulers came and went and the land was controlled by different kings. After that time, the area came under Ottoman rule. This would last for another 500 years, until World War I. From WWI to the present day, the history of Macedonia has been complicated. Borders and rulers changed many times. It was only until 1991 that stability came and the modern country emerged. D )The population of Macedonia is diverse and there are several different groups of people living there. The largest group of people, at about 64% of the population, are the Macedonians. The next largest group, making up about 25% of the population, are the Albanians. After these two largest groups there are several other small groups such as Turks (2.8%), Roma (2.66%), Serbs (1.7%) as well as a few other groups.

E )There are several languages spoken in Macedonia. The most widely spoken is Macedonian. Other languages include Albanian, Turkish, Romani and Aromanian. Although Macedonia is the official language, in places where at least 20% of the people speak another language, that language is used for official purposes, such as in the courts.

F) Things are improving in Macedonia. Over the last ten years its economy has grown steadily. It has a vibrant culture and the people are hard-working. This shows that although Macedonia may have had a difficult past, its future looks bright. Q6: despite the variety of the people in Macedonia , the Macedonian language is the only language that is used in courts

True

False

Not given

The given information states that although Macedonian is the official language of Macedonia, in places where at least 20% of the people speak another language, that language is used for official purposes, such as in the courts. Therefore, the statement "despite the variety of the people in Macedonia, the Macedonian language is the only language that is used in courts" is false.

Explanation

The given information states that although Macedonian is the official language of Macedonia, in places where at least 20% of the people speak another language, that language is used for official purposes, such as in the courts. Therefore, the statement "despite the variety of the people in Macedonia, the Macedonian language is the only language that is used in courts" is false.

12. Q14 : nothing has ___________ changed her mined

Never

Ever

Also

Just

The word "ever" is the correct answer because it is used to emphasize that something has never happened before. In this context, it suggests that nothing has ever changed her mind. The other options do not convey the same meaning or emphasis.

Explanation

The word "ever" is the correct answer because it is used to emphasize that something has never happened before. In this context, it suggests that nothing has ever changed her mind. The other options do not convey the same meaning or emphasis.

13. Q21 : James has been teaching at the university since June . this sentence discusses a :

Duration in the past

Duration in the present

Duration in the present until now

Duration in the past until now

The sentence states that James has been teaching at the university since June, indicating that his teaching duration started in the past (June) and is still ongoing until now. Therefore, the sentence discusses a duration in the past until now.

Explanation

The sentence states that James has been teaching at the university since June, indicating that his teaching duration started in the past (June) and is still ongoing until now. Therefore, the sentence discusses a duration in the past until now.

14. Q16 : the waiter served something that we ___________ (not /order)

Didn't ordered

Doesn't ordered

Hadn't ordered

None of the above

The correct answer is "hadn't ordered". This is because the sentence is in the past tense and refers to an action that happened before another action in the past. The use of "hadn't" indicates that the ordering did not happen before the serving took place.

Explanation

The correct answer is "hadn't ordered". This is because the sentence is in the past tense and refers to an action that happened before another action in the past. The use of "hadn't" indicates that the ordering did not happen before the serving took place.

15. Q 23 : I don't understand why she quit her job so suddenly . it ___________ no sense to me

Makes

Takes

Does

Has

The correct answer is "makes". In this context, "makes" is used to express that something is logical or understandable. Therefore, the sentence means that her quitting her job suddenly does not seem logical or understandable to the speaker.

Explanation

The correct answer is "makes". In this context, "makes" is used to express that something is logical or understandable. Therefore, the sentence means that her quitting her job suddenly does not seem logical or understandable to the speaker.

16. Macedonia A) The country of Macedonia, whose official name is the Republic of Macedonia, is located in Southern Europe, near Greece. There are about 2 million people living in this relatively new country. It declared its independence from Yugoslavia in 1991 and was officially recognized by the United Nations in 1993. B )The name "Macedonia" comes from an ancient Greek word which meant "tall". This could have referred to either the land of Macedonia, which has many mountains, or it could have referred to what the Macedonian people looked like (they may have been tall). Therefore, the name "Macedonia" might have meant "highlanders" or "tall people". C )Macedonia has a long and interesting history. In ancient times, Alexander the Great who was born in Macedonia in 323 BC, created the largest Empire the world had ever seen. Later, the Romans created a province called Macedonia in 146 BC. During the medieval period , from about 500 to 1400, different rulers came and went and the land was controlled by different kings. After that time, the area came under Ottoman rule. This would last for another 500 years, until World War I. From WWI to the present day, the history of Macedonia has been complicated. Borders and rulers changed many times. It was only until 1991 that stability came and the modern country emerged. D )The population of Macedonia is diverse and there are several different groups of people living there. The largest group of people, at about 64% of the population, are the Macedonians. The next largest group, making up about 25% of the population, are the Albanians. After these two largest groups there are several other small groups such as Turks (2.8%), Roma (2.66%), Serbs (1.7%) as well as a few other groups.

E )There are several languages spoken in Macedonia. The most widely spoken is Macedonian. Other languages include Albanian, Turkish, Romani and Aromanian. Although Macedonia is the official language, in places where at least 20% of the people speak another language, that language is used for official purposes, such as in the courts.

F) Things are improving in Macedonia. Over the last ten years its economy has grown steadily. It has a vibrant culture and the people are hard-working. This shows that although Macedonia may have had a difficult past, its future looks bright. Q7 :Which underlined word from the text means when something settle down and be peaceful ?

Settlement

Stability

Official

Culture

The underlined word "stability" means when something settles down and becomes peaceful. This word is used to describe the period of time starting from 1991 when Macedonia gained independence and the country became more peaceful and stable.

Explanation

The underlined word "stability" means when something settles down and becomes peaceful. This word is used to describe the period of time starting from 1991 when Macedonia gained independence and the country became more peaceful and stable.

17. Q17 : what _________ you _________ for the last 30 minutes ?

Have , been doing

Have been , doing

Had been , doing

Have , done

The question is asking about an action that has been happening for the last 30 minutes. The correct answer is "have been doing" because it is the present perfect continuous tense, which is used to describe an action that started in the past and is still ongoing.

Explanation

The question is asking about an action that has been happening for the last 30 minutes. The correct answer is "have been doing" because it is the present perfect continuous tense, which is used to describe an action that started in the past and is still ongoing.

18. Macedonia A) The country of Macedonia, whose official name is the Republic of Macedonia, is located in Southern Europe, near Greece. There are about 2 million people living in this relatively new country. It declared its independence from Yugoslavia in 1991 and was officially recognized by the United Nations in 1993. B )The name "Macedonia" comes from an ancient Greek word which meant "tall". This could have referred to either the land of Macedonia, which has many mountains, or it could have referred to what the Macedonian people looked like (they may have been tall). Therefore, the name "Macedonia" might have meant "highlanders" or "tall people". C )Macedonia has a long and interesting history. In ancient times, Alexander the Great who was born in Macedonia in 323 BC, created the largest Empire the world had ever seen. Later, the Romans created a province called Macedonia in 146 BC. During the medieval period , from about 500 to 1400, different rulers came and went and the land was controlled by different kings. After that time, the area came under Ottoman rule. This would last for another 500 years, until World War I. From WWI to the present day, the history of Macedonia has been complicated. Borders and rulers changed many times. It was only until 1991 that stability came and the modern country emerged. D )The population of Macedonia is diverse and there are several different groups of people living there. The largest group of people, at about 64% of the population, are the Macedonians. The next largest group, making up about 25% of the population, are the Albanians. After these two largest groups there are several other small groups such as Turks (2.8%), Roma (2.66%), Serbs (1.7%) as well as a few other groups. Map of Europe, showing Macedonia

E )There are several languages spoken in Macedonia. The most widely spoken is Macedonian. Other languages include Albanian, Turkish, Romani and Aromanian. Although Macedonia is the official language, in places where at least 20% of the people speak another language, that language is used for official purposes, such as in the courts.

F) Things are improving in Macedonia. Over the last ten years its economy has grown steadily. It has a vibrant culture and the people are hard-working. This shows that although Macedonia may have had a difficult past, its future looks bright. Q 4 ) the word "this" (in the second line - paragraph B ) is referred to Macedonia ?

True

False

refers to the name "Macedonia"

Explanation

refers to the name "Macedonia"

19. Macedonia A) The country of Macedonia, whose official name is the Republic of Macedonia, is located in Southern Europe, near Greece. There are about 2 million people living in this relatively new country. It declared its independence from Yugoslavia in 1991 and was officially recognized by the United Nations in 1993. B )The name "Macedonia" comes from an ancient Greek word which meant "tall". This could have referred to either the land of Macedonia, which has many mountains, or it could have referred to what the Macedonian people looked like (they may have been tall). Therefore, the name "Macedonia" might have meant "highlanders" or "tall people". C )Macedonia has a long and interesting history. In ancient times, Alexander the Great who was born in Macedonia in 323 BC, created the largest Empire the world had ever seen. Later, the Romans created a province called Macedonia in 146 BC. During the medieval period , from about 500 to 1400, different rulers came and went and the land was controlled by different kings. After that time, the area came under Ottoman rule. This would last for another 500 years, until World War I. From WWI to the present day, the history of Macedonia has been complicated. Borders and rulers changed many times. It was only until 1991 that stability came and the modern country emerged. D )The population of Macedonia is diverse and there are several different groups of people living there. The largest group of people, at about 64% of the population, are the Macedonians. The next largest group, making up about 25% of the population, are the Albanians. After these two largest groups there are several other small groups such as Turks (2.8%), Roma (2.66%), Serbs (1.7%) as well as a few other groups.

E )There are several languages spoken in Macedonia. The most widely spoken is Macedonian. Other languages include Albanian, Turkish, Romani and Aromanian. Although Macedonia is the official language, in places where at least 20% of the people speak another language, that language is used for official purposes, such as in the courts.

F) Things are improving in Macedonia. Over the last ten years its economy has grown steadily. It has a vibrant culture and the people are hard-working. This shows that although Macedonia may have had a difficult past, its future looks bright. Q5 : from the context , guess the meaning of the word :independence :

To be completely free

When a country chooses its own government and is not controlled by another country

The fact of accepting or yielding to a superior force or to the will or authority of another person.

None of the above

The word "independence" in the context means when a country chooses its own government and is not controlled by another country. This is evident from the statement that Macedonia declared its independence from Yugoslavia in 1991 and was officially recognized by the United Nations in 1993.

Explanation

The word "independence" in the context means when a country chooses its own government and is not controlled by another country. This is evident from the statement that Macedonia declared its independence from Yugoslavia in 1991 and was officially recognized by the United Nations in 1993.

20. Macedonia A) The country of Macedonia, whose official name is the Republic of Macedonia, is located in Southern Europe, near Greece. There are about 2 million people living in this relatively new country. It declared its independence from Yugoslavia in 1991 and was officially recognized by the United Nations in 1993. B )The name "Macedonia" comes from an ancient Greek word which meant "tall". This could have referred to either the land of Macedonia, which has many mountains, or it could have referred to what the Macedonian people looked like (they may have been tall). Therefore, the name "Macedonia" might have meant "highlanders" or "tall people". C )Macedonia has a long and interesting history. In ancient times, Alexander the Great who was born in Macedonia in 323 BC, created the largest Empire the world had ever seen. Later, the Romans created a province called Macedonia in 146 BC. During the medieval period , from about 500 to 1400, different rulers came and went and the land was controlled by different kings. After that time, the area came under Ottoman rule. This would last for another 500 years, until World War I. From WWI to the present day, the history of Macedonia has been complicated. Borders and rulers changed many times. It was only until 1991 that stability came and the modern country emerged. D )The population of Macedonia is diverse and there are several different groups of people living there. The largest group of people, at about 64% of the population, are the Macedonians. The next largest group, making up about 25% of the population, are the Albanians. After these two largest groups there are several other small groups such as Turks (2.8%), Roma (2.66%), Serbs (1.7%) as well as a few other groups.

E )There are several languages spoken in Macedonia. The most widely spoken is Macedonian. Other languages include Albanian, Turkish, Romani and Aromanian. Although Macedonia is the official language, in places where at least 20% of the people speak another language, that language is used for official purposes, such as in the courts.

F) Things are improving in Macedonia. Over the last ten years its economy has grown steadily. It has a vibrant culture and the people are hard-working. This shows that although Macedonia may have had a difficult past, its future looks bright. Q8 : the word "this" refers to :

The land

The area

The medieval period

Ottoman rule

The word "this" refers to Ottoman rule. The sentence states that "After that time, the area came under Ottoman rule." Therefore, "this" is referring to the period of Ottoman rule mentioned in the previous sentence.

Explanation

The word "this" refers to Ottoman rule. The sentence states that "After that time, the area came under Ottoman rule." Therefore, "this" is referring to the period of Ottoman rule mentioned in the previous sentence.

21. Q 24: i never ___________ a part in team sports at school

Took

Do

Take

Had

The correct answer is "took". This is because the sentence is in the past tense, and "took" is the past tense form of the verb "take". It indicates that the speaker never participated in team sports at school in the past.

Explanation

The correct answer is "took". This is because the sentence is in the past tense, and "took" is the past tense form of the verb "take". It indicates that the speaker never participated in team sports at school in the past.

22. Q11 : they never __________ (go) to school , they always skipped class

Go

Gone

Went

Have gone

The correct answer is "went" because it is the past tense form of the verb "go." The sentence is referring to a past action of not going to school, so the past tense is appropriate.

Explanation

The correct answer is "went" because it is the past tense form of the verb "go." The sentence is referring to a past action of not going to school, so the past tense is appropriate.

23. Macedonia A) The country of Macedonia, whose official name is the Republic of Macedonia, is located in Southern Europe, near Greece. There are about 2 million people living in this relatively new country. It declared its independence from Yugoslavia in 1991 and was officially recognized by the United Nations in 1993. B )The name "Macedonia" comes from an ancient Greek word which meant "tall". This could have referred to either the land of Macedonia, which has many mountains, or it could have referred to what the Macedonian people looked like (they may have been tall). Therefore, the name "Macedonia" might have meant "highlanders" or "tall people". C )Macedonia has a long and interesting history. In ancient times, Alexander the Great who was born in Macedonia in 323 BC, created the largest Empire the world had ever seen. Later, the Romans created a province called Macedonia in 146 BC. During the medieval period , from about 500 to 1400, different rulers came and went and the land was controlled by different kings. After that time, the area came under Ottoman rule. This would last for another 500 years, until World War I. From WWI to the present day, the history of Macedonia has been complicated. Borders and rulers changed many times. It was only until 1991 that stability came and the modern country emerged. D )The population of Macedonia is diverse and there are several different groups of people living there. The largest group of people, at about 64% of the population, are the Macedonians. The next largest group, making up about 25% of the population, are the Albanians. After these two largest groups there are several other small groups such as Turks (2.8%), Roma (2.66%), Serbs (1.7%) as well as a few other groups. Map of Europe, showing Macedonia

E )There are several languages spoken in Macedonia. The most widely spoken is Macedonian. Other languages include Albanian, Turkish, Romani and Aromanian. Although Macedonia is the official language, in places where at least 20% of the people speak another language, that language is used for official purposes, such as in the courts.

F) Things are improving in Macedonia. Over the last ten years its economy has grown steadily. It has a vibrant culture and the people are hard-working. This shows that although Macedonia may have had a difficult past, its future looks bright. Q1: what is paragraph c about ?

How WWI affected Macedonia

The economy of Macedonia

Famous people from Macedonia

The narration of Macedonia

Paragraph C is about the narration of Macedonia. It provides a brief overview of the country's history, starting from ancient times with Alexander the Great, the Roman province of Macedonia, the medieval period, Ottoman rule, and the changing borders and rulers until the modern country emerged in 1991.

Explanation

Paragraph C is about the narration of Macedonia. It provides a brief overview of the country's history, starting from ancient times with Alexander the Great, the Roman province of Macedonia, the medieval period, Ottoman rule, and the changing borders and rulers until the modern country emerged in 1991.

24. Macedonia A) The country of Macedonia, whose official name is the Republic of Macedonia, is located in Southern Europe, near Greece. There are about 2 million people living in this relatively new country. It declared its independence from Yugoslavia in 1991 and was officially recognized by the United Nations in 1993. B )The name "Macedonia" comes from an ancient Greek word which meant "tall". This could have referred to either the land of Macedonia, which has many mountains, or it could have referred to what the Macedonian people looked like (they may have been tall). Therefore, the name "Macedonia" might have meant "highlanders" or "tall people". C )Macedonia has a long and interesting history. In ancient times, Alexander the Great who was born in Macedonia in 323 BC, created the largest Empire the world had ever seen. Later, the Romans created a province called Macedonia in 146 BC. During the medieval period , from about 500 to 1400, different rulers came and went and the land was controlled by different kings. After that time, the area came under Ottoman rule. This would last for another 500 years, until World War I. From WWI to the present day, the history of Macedonia has been complicated. Borders and rulers changed many times. It was only until 1991 that stability came and the modern country emerged. D )The population of Macedonia is diverse and there are several different groups of people living there. The largest group of people, at about 64% of the population, are the Macedonians. The next largest group, making up about 25% of the population, are the Albanians. After these two largest groups there are several other small groups such as Turks (2.8%), Roma (2.66%), Serbs (1.7%) as well as a few other groups. Map of Europe, showing Macedonia

E )There are several languages spoken in Macedonia. The most widely spoken is Macedonian. Other languages include Albanian, Turkish, Romani and Aromanian. Although Macedonia is the official language, in places where at least 20% of the people speak another language, that language is used for official purposes, such as in the courts.

F) Things are improving in Macedonia. Over the last ten years its economy has grown steadily. It has a vibrant culture and the people are hard-working. This shows that although Macedonia may have had a difficult past, its future looks bright. Q3 ) In what order did these things happen?

King Phillip's Empire, The Roman province of Macedonia, Many different rulers, Peace and stability.

Many different rulers, King Phillip's Empire, The Roman province of Macedonia, Peace and stability.

Peace and stability, King Phillip's Empire, Many different rulers, The Roman province of Macedonia.

Not given

King Phillip's Empire came first, followed by the Roman province of Macedonia. After that, many different rulers came and went, and finally, peace and stability were achieved.

Explanation

King Phillip's Empire came first, followed by the Roman province of Macedonia. After that, many different rulers came and went, and finally, peace and stability were achieved.

25. Q25 : the sentence : " i studied french when i was a child " describes a

A habit which stopped in the past

An action started and finished at specific time in the past

The sentence "I studied French when I was a child" suggests that studying French was a regular and repeated action in the past. The use of "when I was a child" indicates that this habit occurred during a specific period of time in the past. However, the use of the past tense verb "studied" implies that the habit of studying French has stopped. Therefore, the sentence describes a habit which stopped in the past.

Explanation

The sentence "I studied French when I was a child" suggests that studying French was a regular and repeated action in the past. The use of "when I was a child" indicates that this habit occurred during a specific period of time in the past. However, the use of the past tense verb "studied" implies that the habit of studying French has stopped. Therefore, the sentence describes a habit which stopped in the past.