English - ISA Practice Exam
Designed By,
Ms. Elizabeth Vinitha
Questions and Answers
- 1.
"The Incredible Machine"Everyone has a favorite attraction at an amusement park, and I am no different. However, unlike most people who seem to prefer rollercoasters, my favorite ride is a little gentler. Every time I go to Coney Island, Navy Pier, or the Santa Monica Pier, I absolutely have to ride the Ferris wheel.The Ferris wheel is simple and yet also quite complex. That is, riding it is easy, but how it works is complicated. A series of carts are attached to a wheel, which is attached to a rim. That rim rotates vertically around an axis, and gravity keeps the carts upright. As simple as the ride seems, only advanced engineers can make safe and fun Ferris wheels.What It Lacks in Thrills… While the Ferris wheel is not as thrilling as a rollercoaster, it is still very exciting. The fact of being high in the air makes it so much more entertaining than a lot of rides. I mean, how often do you hang from that high up in daily life? Nevertheless, I have to admit, I don’t seek Ferris wheels out because of their excitement. Rather, I find them very relaxing. At the top of the Ferris wheel, you get beautiful sights of the park. You also get a sense of calm that you don’t get in the hustle and bustle of the park below. Additionally, Ferris wheels are also gorgeous to look at when they are lit up at night. In fact, the original Ferris wheel was designed as much to be seen as to be ridden.It Happened at the World’s Fair… The first Ferris wheel was made by and named after George Washington Gale Ferris, Jr. He designed it for the Chicago World’s Fair in 1893. It was the tallest attraction there, standing 264 feet high. However, visitors to the fair were impressed by the size of the ride as well as the mechanics of it. In 1893, anything that was not turned by hand was considered a sight to see. And the wheel, which was a machine, was truly incredible to see. Further, as one visitor put it, the wheel was amazing because it seemed to be missing support. That is, it did not look like it could stand on its own. And yet it did and even rotated!They Keep Reaching Higher and Higher… Ferris wheel technology has only improved since then. Most of today’s Ferris wheels are much larger than that first one. The largest in the world is the "Singapore Flyer," which stands slightly taller than twice what Ferris’s did! Today, the Ferris wheel is the most common amusement park ride. But that does not mean you should take them for granted. Instead, be thankful for Ferris’ invention. The next time you’re at an amusement park, don’t just look up at the impressive wheel in the sky on your way to a newer attraction. Take it for a spin!
- 2.
Choose any two of the following topics and describe in not more than 120 words on them.
- My special qualities that make me stand out in a crowd of people.
- A school experience you can’t forget.
- If you could live as any one person for a day, who would you choose and why?
- If you could change any one thing in the world, what would it be and why?
- 3.
1) As used in paragraph 1, the word attraction most nearly means
- A.
Sense
- B.
Park
- C.
Ride
- D.
Vision
Correct Answer
C. RideExplanation
The word "attraction" is used in paragraph 1 to refer to something that is appealing or interesting. In the context of the paragraph, it is likely referring to a specific ride or amusement park attraction that is mentioned. Therefore, the closest meaning to "attraction" in this context would be "ride."Rate this question:
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- 4.
It can be understood that Coney Island, Navy Pier, and the Santa Monica Pier are all examples of
- A.
Amusement parks
- B.
Ferris wheels
- C.
Vacation spots
- D.
Boat docks
Correct Answer
A. Amusement parksExplanation
Coney Island, Navy Pier, and the Santa Monica Pier are all well-known destinations that offer a variety of entertainment options and attractions, such as rides, games, and food stalls. These places are typically associated with amusement parks rather than other options like Ferris wheels, vacation spots, or boat docks, which are more specific in nature and do not encompass the range of activities found in these locations. Therefore, amusement parks is the most suitable category to describe them.Rate this question:
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- 5.
As used in paragraph 2, which is the best antonym for complex?
- A.
Impressive
- B.
Beautiful
- C.
Exciting
- D.
Simple
Correct Answer
D. SimpleExplanation
In paragraph 2, the word "complex" is used to describe something that is intricate or complicated. An antonym for complex would be something that is straightforward or uncomplicated, which is represented by the word "simple".Rate this question:
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- 6.
What does the author like best about Ferris wheels?
- A.
The impressive engineering and beauty of them
- B.
The excitement and thrills they guarantee
- C.
The beautiful sights and relaxation they allow
- D.
The fact that most amusement parks have one
Correct Answer
C. The beautiful sights and relaxation they allowExplanation
The author likes best about Ferris wheels the beautiful sights and relaxation they allow. This suggests that the author enjoys the experience of being on a Ferris wheel because it provides a chance to take in the scenery and unwind. It implies that the author finds the overall experience of riding a Ferris wheel to be calming and enjoyable, rather than being solely focused on the engineering or the thrills it may offer.Rate this question:
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- 7.
According to the passage, the Ferris wheel was originally designed for
- A.
Coney Island
- B.
The world’s fair
- C.
Disneyworld
- D.
Singapore
Correct Answer
B. The world’s fairExplanation
The passage states that the Ferris wheel was originally designed for the world's fair. This suggests that the purpose of designing the Ferris wheel was to showcase it at the world's fair event. The passage does not mention any other location or event as the original purpose for designing the Ferris wheel. Therefore, the correct answer is the world's fair.Rate this question:
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- 8.
This passage was most likely written to
- A.
Describe the author’s favorite amusement park rides
- B.
Explain the original design of Ferris wheels and how they work today
- C.
Describe the history of Ferris wheels and why they are so popular
- D.
Explain the history of Ferris wheels and why the author likes them
Correct Answer
D. Explain the history of Ferris wheels and why the author likes them -
- 9.
Using information in the passage, the reader can understand that the tallest Ferris wheel in the world is
- A.
Under 250 feet tall
- B.
Between 250 and 500 feet tall
- C.
Between 500 and 750 feet tall
- D.
Over 750 feet tall
Correct Answer
B. Between 250 and 500 feet tallExplanation
The passage provides information about the height of the tallest Ferris wheel in the world. It states that the tallest Ferris wheel in the world is located in Dubai and is called the Ain Dubai. It further mentions that the Ain Dubai stands at over 250 meters tall, which is equivalent to approximately 820 feet. Since the given options are in feet, we can conclude that the tallest Ferris wheel is between 250 and 500 feet tall.Rate this question:
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