English Test Preparation: 11th Grade, Semester 1

The English test is scheduled for April 20th, 2026.

This test will assess students on the following learning indicators:

Distinguishing Main Points and Important Details
- Students are expected to distinguish between the main ideas and supporting details in audio recordings or texts. This includes identifying the themes, arguments, examples, and evidence presented in the materials.
Extracting Specific Information
- Students should be able to locate and extract specific information from straightforward printed texts. This might involve finding definitions, summarizing passages, or answering direct questions based on the texts provided.
Engaging in Informal Discussions
- Students are expected to give and ask for personal opinions during informal discussions. This involves expressing one’s own views and responding to others in a conversational manner.
Expressing Feelings About Healthy Living
- Students will need to articulate their feelings about healthy living, including the importance of positive attitudes, success planning, and storytelling about successful individuals. This may include discussing the benefits of healthy practices and sharing personal experiences or observations.

The following topics will be covered in the exam:

Healthy Living Vocabulary and Audio
- This topic will entail understanding vocabulary related to healthy lifestyles including terms used in discussions about nutrition, exercise, mental well-being, and lifestyle choices. Students may also be required to listen to audio recordings that discuss these topics, making them adept at identifying key points and vocabulary in spoken form.
Modal Auxiliaries
   - Students should understand the use of modal auxiliaries such as should, shouldn't, had better, and ought to. These modals express necessity, advice, and recommendations.
   - Examples:
     - Should: "You should eat more fruits and vegetables."
     - Shouldn't: "You shouldn't skip breakfast."
     - Had better: "You had better exercise regularly to stay fit."
     - Ought to: "You ought to consult a doctor if you’re feeling unwell."
Agreeing and Disagreeing Phrases
   - Familiarity with phrases for agreeing and disagreeing in discussions is crucial. Students should be prepared to use appropriate expressions in conversations to indicate whether they support or oppose an idea.
   - Examples:
     - Agreeing: "I completely agree with you." / "That’s a great point."
     - Disagreeing: "I see your point, but…" / "I’m not sure I agree with that."

This preparation requires thorough understanding and practice. Students may benefit from rehearsing discussions on healthy living, practicing modal auxiliary phrases, and engaging in role plays to strengthen their conversational skills and vocabulary.
To enhance listening skills, utilizing audio resources related to healthy living, alongside key vocabulary review, will be beneficial.