Methodological recommendations for Summative Assessment

on the subject «The English language»

Grade 11
(natural-mathematical direction)

Nur-Sultan 2020
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 Methodological recommendations for Summative Assessment are designed to assist teachers
in planning, organising and carrying out Summative Assessment in the subject of «The English
language» for the Grade 11 learners of upper secondary level education of the Natural-
Mathematical direction on the updated content.
Methodological recommendations are aligned with the Subject Programme and Long-term
plan. Summative Assessment in Grade 11 is conducted in Terms 1, 2, 3 and 4.
Summative Assessment Tasks for unit/cross curricular unit will allow teachers to determine
the level of the learning objectives achievement planned for the term. Methodological
recommendations comprise tasks, assessment criteria with descriptors and marks for conducting
Summative Assessment across the unit/cross curricular unit. Also, this document includes possible
levels of the learners’ academic achievement (rubrics). Tasks with descriptors and marks can be
considered as recommendations.
Methodological recommendations are designed for secondary school teachers, school
administrations, educational departments’ seniors, regional and school coordinators in criteria-based
assessment and others.

Free access to the Internet resources such as pictures, cartoons, photos, texts, video and audio
materials, etc. have been used in designing these Methodological recommendations.

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 CONTENTS

SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT TASKS FOR TERM 1 ............................................................................ 4

Summative assessment for the unit «Making connections in biology»................................................. 4
Summative assessment for the unit «Investigate and report on animal world: bats, eagles, bees and
dolphins» ............................................................................................................................................. 10
SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT TASKS FOR TERM 2 .......................................................................... 14
Summative assessment for the unit «Human brain» ........................................................................... 14
Summative assessment for the unit «Investigate and report on timekeeping devices» ....................... 19
SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT TASKS FOR TERM 3 .......................................................................... 24
Summative assessment for the unit «Work and inventions» ............................................................... 24
Summative assessment for the units «STEM» and «Reading for Pleasure» ....................................... 28
SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT TASKS FOR TERM 4 .......................................................................... 34
Summative assessment for the unit «Recent advances in technology » .............................................. 34
Summative assessment for the unit «The clothes of chemistry» ......................................................... 39

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 SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT TASKS FOR TERM 1
Summative assessment for the unit «Making connections in biology»

Learning objectives 11.2.1 Understand the main points in unsupported extended talk
on a wide range of general and curricular topics,
including talk on a growing range of unfamiliar topics
11.2.5 Recognize the attitude or opinion of the speaker(s) in
unsupported extended talk on a wide range of general
and curricular topics, including talk on a growing range
of unfamiliar topics
11.3.2 Ask and respond with appropriate syntax and vocabulary
to open-ended higher-order thinking questions on a range
of general and curricular topics, including some
unfamiliar topics

Assessment criteria  Identify the main information

 Identify speaker’s opinion
 Answer questions with appropriate vocabulary and syntax

Level of thinking skills Knowledge and comprehension

Application

Duration 20 minutes

Listening

Task 1. Listen to a radio programme in which a presenter is talking to a forester about moths and
Choose the correct answer to the questions.
Follow the link to listen https://www.examenglish.com/B2/b2_listening_environment.htm

1. The caterpillars of the oak processionary moth are harmful to trees because...
a. they spread disease
b. they eat leaves
c. they weaken the wood.

2. The caterpillars of the oak processionary moth...

a. cannot harm human health
b. can cause minor health problems in humans
c. can cause serious health problems in humans

3. The nest of the oak processionary moth caterpillar is...

a. a. round and grey, with a diameter of a few centimetres to a couple of feet
b. round and grey, and can be seen about 2 feet up the side of a tree
c. round and grey, and no bigger than a golf ball

4. Mike blames new insect infestations on...

a. imports and climate change
b. climate change and new agricultural practices
c. imports and new agricultural practices

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 5. Mike mentions the citrus longhorn beetle as an example of...
a. a pest which was contained thanks to government funding
b. a pest which was contained thanks to help from the public
c. a pest which was not contained due to lack of funding

6. Mike recommends logging onto his website in order to...

a. see pictures of moths and other pests
b. get details of a training programme
c. report the health of trees in your local area

Speaking

Task 2. Choose a card and provide your answer on topic. You will have 1 minute to prepare your
talk. You should speak at least 2 minutes.
Card 1
Describe an animal you saw, which you find very interesting.
You should say:
What it is
Where you saw it
What it looks like

Card 2
Describe an animal that lives in the wild in your country.
You should say:
What it looks like
What its habits are
How it interacts with people
And say if you think there will be more or less

Card 3
Describe your favourite animal.
You Should Say:
What kind of animal it is
Describe it briefly
Why you like the animal
and describe why it is your favourite animal.

Card 4
Talk about a pet that you or someone you know once had.
You should say:
what kind of animal it was
what kind of care it needed
what you liked/ disliked about it
and explain why this is a popular type of pet.

Card 5
Describe your favourite bird.
You should say:
what it is
what it looks like
is it a common bird in your country
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 Task Descriptor
Assessment criteria Mark
№ A learner
Identify the main 1. chooses B 1
information
Identify speaker’s 2. chooses B 1
opinion 3. chooses A 1
1
4. chooses A 1
5. chooses B 1
6. chooses B 1
Answer questions answers the whole questions on the card; 1
with appropriate
provides examples and clarification; 1
vocabulary and syntax
2 pronounces words and phrases clearly; 1
uses vocabulary words on the topic; 1
uses an appropriate tense. 1
Total marks 11

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 Rubrics for providing information to parents on the results of
Summative Assessment for the unit «Making connections in biology»
Learner’s name_______________________________________________________

Level of learning achievements

Assessment criteria
Low Middle High
Identify the main information Experiences difficulties in choosing Makes mistakes in choosing an Confidently chooses answer while
Identify speaker’s opinion an appropriate answer while appropriate answer while identifying main idea and speaker’s
identifying main idea and speaker’s identifying main idea and speaker’s opinion in extended talks.
opinion in extended talk. opinion in extended talks.

Answer questions with Experiences difficulties in answering Makes grammar mistakes in his/her Confidently speaks on the topic
appropriate vocabulary and the questions in a proper tense. Does speech. Does not answer some giving an extended response using
syntax not answer the most questions on the questions on the card. appropriate vocabulary and
card. Experiences challenges in Demonstrates insufficient use of grammar structures.
demonstrating rich and vivid rich and vivid vocabulary. States Confidently demonstrates rich and
vocabulary in talking about the topic. his/her point of view uncertainly vivid vocabulary in talking about
Feels troubles to state the point of without good reasoning. the topic.
view.

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Transcript

Presenter: Now, I have with me in the studio today Mike Douglas, who has been out and about
earlier this week collecting caterpillars from oak trees, is that right?
Mike: Yes that’s right.
Presenter: And I understand that you aren’t collecting these caterpillars in order to conserve them,
are you?
Mike: Absolutely not. The caterpillars I’ve been collecting are from a kind of moth called the oak
processionary moth. These caterpillars can cause huge amounts of damage to trees – they can strip
all the leaves from an oak tree leaving it completely bare, weakening the tree considerably.
Presenter: A whole oak tree?
Mike: Yes, they are extremely destructive. They can also harm humans. Touching them or their
nests can give you a nasty rash, and even give you a sore throat, or cause breathing difficulties and
eye problems.
Presenter: They sound nasty. How come I’ve never heard of them before?
Mike: Well, they’ve been in and around London since 2006. In some parts of west and south west
London, unfortunately, we’ve lost the battle. The moths are here to stay and there’s nothing we can
do about it. We’re working in the area around Croydon, where there’s been another outbreak, and
we’re trying to contain it so it doesn’t spread any further.
Presenter: So how do you spot an oak processionary moth?
Mike: Well, the easiest thing to look out for is their nests. These look like a grey wart on the side of
a tree. Some are about the size of a golf ball, while larger ones can be up to two feet in diameter.
Presenter: That’s huge!
Mike: It is. You can imagine how many caterpillars you can find in a nest that big. The other thing
we are doing is setting traps for the moths, between July and September, to attract the adult moths.
We’re doing this over a 2km area so we can monitor how far the moths are spreading, and make
sure they aren’t flying beyond where we would expect them to be.
Presenter: Now, I understand that the oak processionary moth is not the only pest that you are
worried about.
Mike: No, it’s not. There are many hundreds of pests that could have a terrible affect on our
wildlife if they are not monitored correctly. As more and more products are brought in from other
countries, rather than being produced here in the UK, more and more fungi, beetles, and moths are
allowed to travel into new areas, while warmer temperatures are allowing them to survive and
flourish where previously they were unable to. It’s believed that such pests as these are moving
closer to the poles at a rate of around 3km a year. Some insects are moving even faster – at about
10km a year. The Pine processionary moth, for example, is gradually moving north through France
and is now breeding close to Paris. We’ve already had outbreaks in the UK, which we’ve managed
to contain. But if we don’t keep up the vigilance, it means that we could see the decline of some of
our most important tree species.
Presenter: What can be done about that?
Mike: It’s hard. There’s very little government funding for this, so we are encouraging the public to
be our eyes and ears.
Presenter: How can they do that?
Mike: Well, the public can help us spot these pests while they’re in their gardens, in parks,
woodlands, generally out and about, and help us control the threats before they become too serious
a problem. It’s not the first time we’ve asked the public to do this. Not long ago, there was an
outbreak of citrus longhorn beetles, which sometimes arrive on trees and shrubs from Asia, or in
packing crates, and a number of these were spotted by vigilant members of the public and the threat
was intercepted.
Presenter: And if you’re unable to contain the oak processionary moth problem?
Mike: Well, we may well face a real problem. In the 1970s Britain lost all its elm trees to Dutch
elm disease, altering the landscape significantly. We could see the same thing happen again.
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Presenter: But are the general public really knowledgeable enough to identify what is a tree disease,
or a threat to a tree, and what is just – natural dieback?
Mike: No, in most cases not, and that’s why we’ve launched a training programme to train
volunteers in what to look out for so that we can put together a national picture of tree health.
People who are interested in becoming a volunteer can log onto our website for details of their
nearest training programme.
Presenter: Thanks very much indeed, Mike, for coming in to talk to us about this very worthy
programme. Now it’s time for our weekly ...

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 Summative assessment for the unit
«Investigate and report on animal world: bats, eagles, bees and dolphins»

Learning objectives 11.4.3 Skim a range of lengthy texts with speed to identify
content meriting closer reading on a range of more
complex and abstract, general and curricular topics
11.5.1 Plan, write, edit and proofread work at text level
independently on a wide range of general and curricular
topics
11.5.4 Use style and register to achieve an appropriate degree
of formality in a wide variety of written genres on
general and curricular topics

Assessment criteria  Define and explain facts and opinions

 Create an outline of a text; create coherent text for a range
of purposes
 Produce a text in a range of styles and genres, the emphasis
being on formal and academic writing

Level of thinking skills Knowledge and comprehension

Application
Higher order thinking skills

Duration 20 minutes
Reading
Task 1. Read the following article and answer the questions that follow. Refer to the text to
check your answers when appropriate.

A Mighty Flier by Kelly Hashway

What is two inches tall, can hover in mid-air, and flies
in every direction including backwards? It’s not an insect.
The answer is the bee hummingbird.
Most hummingbirds are about three to five inches long.
But the bee hummingbird is only five centimeters, or
approximately two inches, making it the smallest species of
bird alive today. Really it isn’t bigger than a large insect. But don’t let its tiny body fool you.
This bird is a fierce flier. It can beat its wings up to 80 times per second. If you ever see one in
flight, you’ll notice its wings are just a blur to the human eye. Hummingbirds are also the only
vertebrates that can hover in one place. Add to that being able to fly backwards and upside
down, and these creatures are amazing flying machines.
And being a master flier isn’t the only one of the bee hummingbird’s talents. The bee
hummingbird does a great job performing its part in plant reproduction. During the course of a
single day, the bee hummingbird can visit up to 1,500 flowers. And just like a bee, when the bee
hummingbird drinks nectar from the flowers, pollen is transferred from the flower to the bird’s
body. This pollen is carried to the next flower. Transferring pollen from one flower to another
helps plants make seeds.
Besides drinking nectar, bee hummingbirds eat insects. In fact, they eat about half their
body mass each day. But what’s more impressive is that they drink eight times their body mass
every day. This is why they live in areas where there are gardens and shrubbery. These tiny birds
are found primarily in Cuba, but some have been spotted in Jamaica and Haiti as well.
Despite its size, there’s no arguing that the bee hummingbird is a mighty flier.
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 1. How do hummingbirds help flowering plants?
A) They give the flowering plants energy.
B) They help flowering plants make seeds and reproduce.
C) They build their nests in flowering plants.
D) They drink pollen in the flowers.

2. The bee hummingbird is about as large as....

A) a flea
B) a bee
C) a dragonfly
D) a sparrow

3. If you ever see a hummingbird in flight, you may have a difficult time seeing the wings.
They would look blurry. Why?

4. What do hummingbirds drink?

A) pollen
B) insects
C) flowers
D) nectar

5. In which countries do bee hummingbirds live?

Writing

Task 2. In the article, “A Mighty Flier,” you learned about the world's smallest bird, the bee
hummingbird. Write a short essay in which you compare and contrast the hummingbird to any
other type of bird. In your writing, list five ways the hummingbird is similar to other bird you
choose. Then, list five ways a hummingbird is different from the other bird.

You should
 Brainstorm Similarities and Differences
 Use the following organization of the essay
an introduction which clearly defines the topic to be covered;
the main body, in which the topic is further developed in detail;
the conclusion – summary of the topic or a final opinion, recommendation or comment.

 Use Words and Short Phrases to Compare

like
likewise
same as
as well as
also, too

 Use Words and Short Phrases to Contrast

unlike
in contrast to
as opposed to
different from whereas

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 Task Descriptor
Assessment criteria Mark
№ A learner
Define and explain facts 1. B. They help flowering plants make seeds
1
and opinions and reproduce;
2. C. a dragonfly; 1
3. The wings beat so fast the human eye
1 cannot see them. (Accept any appropriate 1
answer);
4. D. nectar; 1
5.Cuba, Jamaica, Haiti (One point is given if
1
all three countries are written);
Create an outline of a text; writes an essay according to the outline; 1
Create coherent text for a uses Present Simple Tense correctly; 1
range of purposes uses appropriate vocabulary; 1
lists five ways the hummingbird is similar to
Produce a text in a range 1
other bird;
of styles and genres, the 2 lists five ways a hummingbird is different from
emphasis being on formal 1
the other bird;
and academic writing uses words and short phrases to contrast and
1
compare;
uses formal style of writing. 1
Total marks 12

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 Rubrics for providing information to parents on the results of Summative Assessment for the unit
«Investigate and report on animal world: bats, eagles, bees and dolphins»
Learner’s name_______________________________________________________

Level of learning achievements

Assessment criteria
Low Middle High
Define and explain facts and Experiences challenges in Experiences some difficulties in providing Confidently interprets the
opinions providing an explanation for the an explanation for the questions and content of a text and gives an
questions and interpreting the interpreting the content of a text. Makes appropriate explanation.
content of a text. mistakes in identifying the right answer in Choose multiple choice
the multiple-choice task and providing answers correctly and write an
explanation for 1) B. They help flowering explanation where possible.
plants make seeds and reproduce.2) C. a
dragonfly, 3) The wings beat so fast the
human eye cannot see them, 4) D.
nectar,5)Cuba, Jamaica, Haiti, 6)2 grams x
8 = 16 grams

Create an outline of a text; Create Lacks in writing an essay based Makes mistakes in writing an essay based Uses wide range of grammar,
coherent text for a range of on the plan, has difficulties in on the plan, in presenting ideas logically vocabulary, basic conjunctions
purposes conveying ideas clearly and and clearly, in using appropriate vocabulary and linking words within the
logically, in using appropriate and grammar (Present Simple Tense), in task set, ideas fulfill the
vocabulary,basic conjunctions using basic conjunctions and linking words. requirements of the task.
and linking words, in using
grammar (Present Simple Tense).

Produce a text in a range of styles Experiences difficulties in Experiences some difficulties in selecting Confidently produces a text in
and genres, the emphasis being on selecting appropriate language appropriate language means according to a a range of styles and genres,
formal and academic writing and producing a text in formal given genre and register the emphasis being on formal
and academic writing. and academic writing

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 SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT TASKS FOR TERM 2

Summative assessment for the unit «Human brain»

Learning objectives 11.2.4 Understand implied meaning in unsupported extended

talk on a wide range of general and curricular topics,
including talk on a growing range of unfamiliar topics
11.3.3 Explain and justify own and others’ point of view on a
range of general and curricular topics, including some
unfamiliar topics

Assessment criteria  Identify hidden meaning of the content

 Explain own viewpoints, analyze and critically evaluate
arguments, viewpoints, attitudes and perspectives

Level of thinking skills Knowledge and comprehension

Higher order thinking skills

Duration 20 minutes

Listening

Task 1. Listen to the interview and choose the four true sentences.
Follow the link to listen https://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/upper-
intermediate-b2-listening/how-improve-your-memory

How to improve your memory

1. We all use memory in the same way.

2. We learn to use our memory as soon as we are born.
3. There are two different forms of memorisation.
4. We are taught how to improve our memory in history lessons.
5. Writing shopping lists can improve your memory.
6. Teaching helps us to memorise.
7. We can train our brains to be more effective.
8. We can only use one image at a time as an aid to memorization.

Speaking

Task 2. With a partner, discuss the questions below.

1. What are some activities or skills that were difficult for you at first, but are easy for you now
(e.g., riding a bicycle)?
2. Do you agree that exercise improves your mood? Explain.
3. Do you think that exercise helps you study or solve problems more easily? Explain.

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 Task Descriptor
Assessment criteria Mark
№ A learner
Identify what has 1.We all use memory in the same way. 1
been communicated 3. There are two different forms of memorisation. 1
1
6. Teaching helps us to memorise. 1
7. We can train our brains to be more effective. 1
Analyze and critically conveys extended opinion; 1
evaluate arguments, provides reasoning, examples and evidence; 1
viewpoints, attitudes comments on pair’s opinion; 1
and perspectives 2 uses a wide range of appropriate vocabulary to give 1
and exchange views;
uses a wide range of grammar structures; 1
pronounces words and phrases correctly; 1
Total marks 10

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 Rubrics for providing information to parents on the results of
Summative Assessment for the unit «Human brain»
Learner’s name_______________________________________________________

Level of learning achievements

Assessment criteria
Low Middle High
Identify what has been Experiences challenges in identifying Makes mistakes in identifying the Confidently identifies the
communicated the position of speakers in the position of speakers in the content of a position of speakers in the
content of a conversation. conversation. Completes the task with content of a conversation.
errors: Chooses four true sentences
1. We all use memory in the same way. correctly.
3. There are two different forms of
memorisation.
6. Teaching helps us to memorise.
7. We can train our brains to be more
effective.

Analyze and critically evaluate Experiences difficulties in Maintains a conversation/speech and Confidently maintains a
arguments, viewpoints, attitudes maintaining a conversation/speech makes relevant contribution conversation/speech and makes
and perspectives and making relevant contribution, in irresolutely. relevant contribution.
demonstrating rich and vivid Makes mistakes in using rich and vivid Confidently demonstrates rich
vocabulary in a talk, in stating point vocabulary in a talk. States his/her and vivid vocabulary in a talk.
of view. Pronounces words and point of view uncertainly without good Expresses his/her viewpoints
phrases clearly. reasoning. Makes some mistakes in clearly. Pronounces words and
pronunciation. expressions correctly.

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Transcript

Mary: I’d like to welcome Charles Long to the studio today. Charles has just published an article in
New Science journal about memorisation. It’s all about how to make our memory function better.
Charles, exam time is looming and there’ll be lots of teenagers tuning in today. Can you give us
some advice about improving our ability to memorise?
Charles: Hello! Yes, of course. I’d like to start by talking about the process of memorisation. It’s
vital that we understand the process if we want to make adjustments to the way we function. We all
use memory in the same way. It doesn’t matter whether you’re a student revising for your finals or
an adult standing in the aisle of a supermarket, trying to recall a particular item from a grocery list.
Mary: Ha ha! That’s me. I always forget to take my list.
Charles: You and thousands of other people too, Mary. We learn to use our memory when we are
still at nursery school. Young children are naturally very good at working out how to remember
things. The tips I’m going to share today are based on the things we used to do to help us remember
when we were children. The process of memorisation occurs in two distinct forms. Do you know
what they are?
Mary: Are they ‘long-term memory’ and ‘short-term memory’?
Charles: That’s right! But these aren’t completely separate concepts. We use a combination of both
types of memory when we want to formulate our thoughts and recall information, whether we’re
trying to remember something from a decade ago or just an hour earlier.
Mary: So what tips have you got for improving the quality of our memory?
Charles: Right. Let’s start with ‘association’.
Mary: Association?
Charles: Yes. We can use word association to remember an idea or a concept. This means choosing
a word or phrase you associate with what you are trying to remember. The word needs to be
something familiar, that you come into contact with on a daily basis. So, for example, you can use
the name of your pet dog to remember a scientific equation. Try it! Read the equation a few times
and then say your dog’s name again and again. Later, in your science exam, just recall the name and
the whole equation should come back to you.
Mary: It sounds too good to be true! What else, Charles?
Charles: Visualisation is another trick we can use. So you have to visualise an image that is
connected to the thing you need to remember. For example, if you want to remember the date that
the Berlin Wall came down, you might visualise a picture of a wall with the date written on it in
graffiti. The image of the wall becomes an important part of what you will remember. You can use
several images in a row to remember things like information in a text or a list of ingredients for a
recipe.
Mary: Yes, that makes sense.
Charles: Singing can help with memorisation too.
Mary: Singing?
Charles: Yeah. So instead of reading a text aloud, you sing it. Singing is one of most effective and
earliest memory tricks that are used for learning new concepts. I used to ‘sing’ lists of historical
facts and dates. It works.
Mary: And did you have to sing aloud in your history exams?
Charles: Not aloud! But I did used to sing in my head. And I always got good marks for history.
Mary: Any more tips, Charles?
Charles: Yes! I’ve saved the best one till last. It’s particularly relevant for any students who have
tuned in. ‘Teach it’.
Mary: Teach it? Teach ‘what’?
Charles: Teach whatever it is that you want to remember. So, if you’re studying for an English
exam, teach the concepts to someone else. It can be a real person - a friend in a study group is ideal
- or it can be a ‘pretend’ person. You can just imagine someone is listening to you as you teach.
Better still, record yourself ‘teaching’ and then play back the video to revise the material further.
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Mary: That sounds like a great tip … or ‘trick’.
Charles: Yes, it really works because in order to teach something you need to understand it.
Teaching reinforces the understanding. And although these sound like ‘tricks’, they aren’t really.
Mary: No?
Charles: No. They are just simple ways that we can train our brains to be more effective. By
getting into the habit of using word association, visualisation, singing and teaching, our brains
develop and work better for us. And of course that has a knock-on effect on our memory and our
abilities to recall all kinds of data.
Mary: Thank you, Charles. Now, I think we’ve got time for a couple of questions from our
listeners.

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 Summative assessment for the unit «Investigate and report on timekeeping devices»
Learning objectives 11.4.1 Understand complex and abstract main points in
extended texts on a wide range of familiar and
unfamiliar general and curricular topics
11.4.7 Recognize patterns of development in lengthy texts
[inter-paragraph level] on a range of more complex and
abstract general and curricular topics
11.5.1 Plan, write, edit and proofread work at text level
independently on a wide range of general and curricular
topics

Assessment criteria  Summarize main information from the text

 Identify the organization of information in the text
 Create coherent paragraph for a range of purposes;
Develop a topic with well-chosen, relevant facts

Level of thinking skills Knowledge and comprehension

Application

Duration 20 minutes

Reading
Task 1. Read the text and be ready to answer the questions.

Timekeeping: Why We Need Clocks and Calendars

By David Christian, Big History Project, adapted by Newsela staff

All life forms come with their own way of keeping track of time. However, no other
species does it better than humans. People have more ways of marking time, and they do it more
precisely.

Why bother to keep time?

Why do people need clocks and calendars? The answer may seem obvious. People need to
know what others are doing and when they are doing it. They also need to know what is
happening in nature. People who do not know the time or date will be out of sync with the world.
It is not just modern humans who need to keep track of time. All living things must know
the time to adjust to the world as it changes. Plants need to know when to blossom. Birds need to
know when to fly south for the winter.
Keeping track of time is very important. It is so important that, over time, humans have
developed clocks in their bodies. The body clocks react to daylight and the seasons changing.
They tell people not to wake up at 2 am, when it is dark outside.

What's different about human time?

Humans track time differently than other creatures. They have found more detailed ways to
mark the time. To schedule work and keep track of history, humans have designed sophisticated
clocks, calendars, and timetables. It was not always this way.
Keeping time in the Paleolithic era
In early societies, it was easy to keep track of the time. Ancient people spent most of their
time outside. They could watch the positions of the Sun and the stars.
As early as 100,000 years ago, humans lived in South Africa's Blombos Cave. In the cave,
historians found pieces of ochre, an orange/red rock. The rocks had strange marks on them. It is

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possible that the marks were used to keep track of passing time. More signs of early calendars
come from about 40,000 years later. An American historian became fascinated by marks on
ancient objects. He thought some of them were simple calendars. Maybe the marks were tracking
the movement of the Moon, he thought.

Keeping time in agrarian societies

Farming societies began to appear about 11,000 years ago. As they grew, they connected
with other societies. Now they needed better ways to keep track of time. People who wanted to
sell vegetables in a nearby town had to know when the markets were held. People needed
calendars that everyone agreed on and shared.
Early calendars were based on the Earth's orbit around the Sun. One way to keep time was
to watch the Sun's shadow using sundials. A stick in the ground made a simple sundial.
People also kept time using an invention called an hourglass. It was a glass container with
sand inside it. The sand flowed through a narrow hole. People measured time by how long it took
the sand to flow into the bottom of the glass.
More complicated tools were used to track how the stars and planets moved. In England,
there is an ancient monument made of giant stones called Stonehenge. The stones may have been
arranged to keep track of the summer and winter solstices. These events take place twice a year.
They mark the days when the Sun reaches its highest and lowest points in the sky.
Ancient people like the Mayans and Romans invented detailed calendars. The calendars
divided the year into sections. This helped people keep track of farming and Sun cycles.

Toward the modern era

The German writer Norbert Elias saw a link between societies and clocks. He thought that
as societies became larger, people needed better clocks. Bigger societies had more people. To
link up their schedules, people had to think about time more carefully.
Improved ways of keeping time were invented in different places. Monks needed to know
when to pray, so they developed the ringing of bells. Travelers needed to schedule their
movements more carefully. More and more complicated clocks were built. Some used carefully
controlled drips of water. Others used falling weights.
In 1714, the British government offered a prize to the first person who could build an
accurate clock. The clock would have to keep time within two minutes. Clockmaker John
Harrison spent most of his life on the job. He finally won the prize in 1773.
In the 1800s, the invention of railroads and steamships made accuracy even more
important. Now many more passengers could travel. More cargo could be shipped. Trains and
ships had to leave and arrive on time. The first English train schedule was published in 1839. For
the first time, different British cities needed to coordinate their clocks. They agreed on a standard
time called Greenwich Mean Time.
The world today requires even greater precision. Atomic clocks were invented to help.
They measure time using signals sent by tiny particles called electrons. They are more accurate
than any other kind of clock.
Another breakthrough in timekeeping was particularly important for historians. An
American scientist discovered a way to tell the age of very old objects. His method allows people
to learn about time before humans existed. New dating methods have been developed since then.
They can now reach back to the Big Bang, 13.8 billion years ago.

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Answer these questions:

1. Which sentence from the text BEST summarizes a main idea of the article?
A) People have more ways of marking time, and they do it more precisely.
B) All living things must know the time to adjust to the world as it changes.
C) Ancient people spent most of their time outside.
D) Early calendars were based on the Earth's orbit around the Sun.

2. What is the MAIN idea of the section "Keeping time in agrarian societies"?
A) Farming societies appeared about 11,000 years ago.
B) Farming societies needed a way to agree on market days.
C) Farming societies used different natural elements to tell time.
D) Farming societies built Stonehenge to track the Moon.

3. Which of the following answers BEST describes the organization of the article?
A) It is a comparison of different items.
B) It is in order of different time periods.
C) It has different causes and their effects.
D) It has different questions and their answers.

4. What is the purpose of the section "Toward the modern era"?

A) to explain how the first clocks were made
B) to prove that clocks took a long time to become popular
C) to compare clocks in Britain with clocks in America
D) to show that clocks have become increasingly important

Writing

Task 2. Write a short paragraph that explains the central idea of the article. Use at least two
details from the article to support your response.

You should
 present a clear strong claim/position with relevant and supported ideas;
 evidence should be relevant to your claim/position;
 explain the choice of your evidence (do your analysis)
 link ideas logically and clearly, using basic conjunctions and linking words;
 pay attention to spelling;
use appropriate topical vocabulary.

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 Task Descriptor
Assessment criteria Mark
№ A learner
Summarize main chooses 1-A
information from the text People have more ways of marking time, and 1
Identify the organization of they do it more precisely.
information in the text chooses 2-C
Farming societies used different natural 1
1 elements to tell time.
chooses 3- B
1
It is in order of different time periods.
chooses 4-D
to show that clocks have become increasingly 1
important
Create coherent paragraph presents a clear strong claim/position with
1
for a range of purposes; relevant and supported ideas;
Develop a topic with well- provides evidence relevant to claim/position; 1
chosen, relevant facts explains the choice of evidence; 1
2 links ideas logically and clearly, using basic
1
conjunctions and linking words;
pays attention to spelling; 1
uses appropriate topical vocabulary. 1
Total marks 10

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 Rubrics for providing information to parents on the results of
Summative Assessment for the unit «Investigate and report on timekeeping devices»
Learner’s name_______________________________________________________

Level of learning achievements

Assessment criteria
Low Middle High
Summarize main information Experiences challenges in Experiences some difficulties in Confidently finds and
from the text summarizing main information and summarizing main information and interprets the content of a text
Identify the organization of identifying the organization of identifying the organization of and gives an appropriate
information in the text information in the text. information in the text: explanation.
1-A People have more ways of marking
time, and they do it more precisely.
2-C Farming societies used different
natural elements to tell time.
3- B It is in order of different time
periods.
4-D to show that clocks have become
increasingly important

Create coherent paragraph for a Lacks in writing a short paragraph Makes some typical mistakes in writing a Writes a short paragraph with
range of purposes; Develop a that explains the central idea of the short paragraph that explains the central appropriate structure, presents
topic with well-chosen, relevant article, has difficulties in idea of the article, has some difficulties a clear position claim with
facts presenting a clear position/ claim in presenting a clear position/claim with relevant and supported ideas.
with relevant and supported ideas, relevant and supported ideas, explaining Explains the choice of the
explaining the choice of the the choice of the evidence, in conveying evidence successfully.
evidence, in conveying ideas ideas clearly and logically (basic Conveys ideas clearly and
clearly and logically (basic conjunctions and linking words), in logically (with basic
conjunctions and linking words), in using topical vocabulary. conjunctions and linking
using topical vocabulary. words). Uses a wide range of
topical vocabulary.

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 SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT TASKS FOR TERM 3
Summative assessment for the unit «Work and inventions»
Learning objectives 11.2.7 Understand speaker viewpoints and extend of explicit
agreement between speakers on a range of general and
curricular topics, including talk on a growing range of
unfamiliar topics
11.5.2 Use a wide range of vocabulary, which is appropriate to
topic and genre, and which is spelt accurately
11.5.3 Write with grammatical accuracy on a wide range of
general and curricular topics

Assessment criteria  Identify the speakers’ viewpoint

 Use topic-related vocabulary
 Use a variety of grammar including some more complex
structures

Level of thinking skills Knowledge and comprehension

Application

Duration 20 minutes

Listening
Task 1. You will hear five different people talking about the importance of modern inventions. For
questions 1-5, choose from the list A-F the reason each speaker gives for the importance of the
invention to them personally. Use the letters only once. There is one extra letter which you do not
need to use.CD2. Tapescript 3.

A. It entertains me
1. Speaker 1
B. It guarantees contact
2. Speaker 2
C. It helps my memory
3. Speaker 3
D. It provides an escape
4. Speaker 4
E. It’s removed a pressure
5. Speaker 5
F. It’s always with me

Task 2. Imagine you are in one of the following situations. (choose only one)

1. Rudeness of a waiter/waitress
2. Malfunction of a laptop
3. Wrong size of clothes ordered by the Internet
4. Inappropriate behavior of receptionist

Write a letter complaining to the company and asking for your money back.

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Assessment criteria Task Descriptor Mark
№ A learner
Identify the speakers’ chooses F 1
viewpoint
chooses E 1

1 chooses D 1

chooses B 1

chooses C 1

Use topic-related uses a range of appropriate formal vocabulary; 1

vocabulary
Use a variety of conveys ideas clearly; 1
grammar including
some more complex makes an argument and gives reasons; 1
structures
uses the phrases that express the opinion; 1
2
follows the structure of a letter; 1

writes grammatically correct sentences; 1

shows a good degree of control of a range of simple

1
and some complex grammatical forms.

Total marks 12

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 Rubrics for providing information to parents on the results of
Summative Assessment for the unit «Work and inventions»

Learner’s name_______________________________________________________

Level of learning achievements

Assessment criteria
Low Middle High
Identify the speakers’ viewpoint Experiences difficulties in Experiences some difficulties in Identifies the speaker’s thesis
identifying the speaker’s thesis identifying the speaker’s thesis statement or the main idea and
statement or the main idea while statement or the main idea while selects the right answers while
listening to the recording. listening to the recording: 1-F; 2-E; 3- listening to the recording.
D; 4-B;5-C.

Differentiate between the formal Experiences difficulties in Experiences some difficulties in Demonstrates the ability in
and informal language registers differentiating between the formal differentiating between the formal and differentiating between the
Use a variety of grammar and informal language registers. informal language registers. formal and informal language
including some more complex Makes many grammar and spelling Writes a letter of complaint but makes registers.
structures mistakes that impede understanding some grammar and spelling mistakes Shows a good degree of control
of the piece of writing. that do not impede understanding of of a range of simple and some
the piece of writing. complex grammatical forms,
uses a range of appropriate
vocabulary.

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Transcript

Speaker 1 I used to think that television was the most brilliant invention because you could sit
in an armchair and have a window on the world. But in the last couple of years I’ve changed my
mind. For me now the best thing ever is the mobile phone. I mean they used to be so heavy and not
that attractive to carry around but now they are tiny and light. I never go anywhere without mine –
and you can buy personalized covers and even change the covers to match what you’re wearing.
Some of my friends are so cool they dye their hair to match their phones –and their watch straps as
well! I mean, how amazing is that?!
Speaker 2 There are so many things that I think I couldn’t live without, my mum moans at me
because I can’t be bothered to cook. But I mean, who needs to cook when there are so many take-
away places? Nor can I imagine life without radio and TV. But if there’s one thing that has made a
big difference to my life, it’s the cash machine. I can relax about getting money and not rush around
trying to get to a bank before it closes. I was always running out of cash but now any time of day or
night I can turn up at a hole-in-the-wall, put my card in and magic, there’s the money, no hassle!
Speaker 3 I know there are all sorts of wonderful inventions and it’s easy to take everything for
granted, like electricity. Life as we know it would be impossible without it. I mean, we depend on it
for almost everything. But for me personally, it’s the car which I think has massively changed
people’s lives. I know that holidays in space are more or less a reality now and you can reach any
part of the world by plane but it’s the ease of the car, the fact that it offers you such freedom. Like,
you wake up in the morning and think, “where would I like to go to today?” and you just do it!
Speaker 4 I think some inventions are such fun. All these computer games, I really love them.
And the fact that they’re hand-held is great. They help me relax when I’m feeling stressed and take
my mind off whatever is worrying me. Although, I suppose I could live without them if I had to.
But there’s no way I could live without my email. When we all left school last year, I made sure I
had everyone’s email address and that means we all keep in touch and get to meet up with each
other. And if we can’t meet, then at least we know each other’s news and what we’re all doing.
Speaker 5 I hate being without my electric toothbrush. But I know that’s silly because most
people use an ordinary toothbrush and never think twice about it. But there is one invention which
has really saved my life and that’s my electronic diary. My girlfriend bought me one because she
got so fed-up with me forgetting arrangements. I have no excuse now for forgetting anything; even
her birthday is programmed into it. They used to be dead expensive but now they’ve come down in
price and I use mine all the time.

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 Summative assessment for the units «STEM» and «Reading for Pleasure»
Learning objectives 11.4.6 Recognise the attitude, opinion and tone of the writer in
extended texts on a range of more complex and abstract
general and curricular topics
11.3.4 Evaluate and comment on the views of others in a
growing variety of talk contexts on a wide range of
general and curricular topics, including some unfamiliar
topics
11.3.6 Navigate talk and modify language through paraphrase
and correction in talk on a wide range of familiar and
some unfamiliar general and curricular topics

Assessment criteria  Identify the author’s intention in text

 Analyze and critically evaluate arguments, provide
opinions using appropriate vocabulary and grammar
structures
 Give a full extended response maintaining control,
improving fluency and accuracy of speaking using
appropriate vocabulary and grammar structures

Level of thinking skills Knowledge and comprehension

Application

Duration 20 minutes

Reading

Task 1. Read the article and be ready to answer the questions.

New solar panels can produce power from both the sun and rain
Solar panels need the sun in order to make electricity. A new solar panel, however, also
creates electricity from falling rain. It produces power even when it is cloudy or the sun has set.
More and more people are using solar energy. The costs have gone down almost 90 percent
in the last 10 years. In many parts of the world, it is the cheapest form of electricity. However, the
solar power output can fall under gray skies. Scientists are working to squeeze even more
electricity from the panels.
Scientists demonstrated the new solar panel at Soochow University in China. The panel has
two new polymer layers on top of a regular solar panel cell. The polymers are thin and are like
plastic. They make electricity when raindrops roll off of them. The electricity comes from the
water rubbing against the surface.
“Our device can always generate electricity in any daytime weather,” said Baoquan Sun, a
scientist at Soochow University. “In addition, this device even provides electricity at night if there
is rain.”
Adding Tengs To Solar Panels
Other scientists have recently added new devices to solar panels. The new devices are called
Tengs. The Soochow design is much simpler, however. One of the polymer layers carries
electricity for both the Teng and the solar cell. This means the device is much lighter than others.
“Due to our unique device design, it becomes a lightweight device,” said Sun. His team
wants to build the panels into soft things like electronic clothing. However, the scientists still need
to improve the panel's electrical output. Sun wants to produce a model of his new solar cell in three
to five years.
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 Other scientists in China have also used Tengs on solar cells. These Tengs harvest some
power from the wind, an approach Sun said could be added to his device.
Varun Sivaram works for the Council on Foreign Relations in the United States. He has also
written a book on solar power. He thinks Sun's idea is interesting and likes that one source of
energy, water, does not hurt the other.
Rain Doesn't Produce Much Power
However, Sivaram said the power from falling rain needs to be much higher. Right now, it
does not really change how much power the panel creates. “It’s really not clear whether this is a
big deal or not – I suspect it’s not.”
Professor Keith Barnham teaches at Imperial College London. He said the new rain-powered
device has some advantages. It is small and works well. However, he pointed out that wind power
would probably work better with the solar panels. “Wind power is clearly the most effective and
complementary power source to PV – and it works equally well in the rain!”
Solar panels may one day be made out of softer material. Scientists are also studying
artificial photosynthesis. Artificial photosynthesis uses sunlight to produce liquid and gas fuels.

1. Read the introduction [paragraphs 1-4].

Which selection explains a problem with regular solar panels?
A) More and more people are using solar energy. The costs have gone down almost 90
percent in the last 10 years. In many parts of the world, it is the cheapest form of
electricity.
B) However, the solar power output can fall under gray skies. Scientists are working to
squeeze even more electricity from the panels.
C) Scientists demonstrated the new solar panel at Soochow University in China. The
panel has two new polymer layers on top of a regular solar panel cell.
D) The polymers are thin and are like plastic. They make electricity when raindrops roll
off of them. The electricity comes from the water rubbing against the surface.

2. Read the section "Adding Tengs To Solar Panels."

Which sentence explains HOW the Soochow design is different from the Teng device?
A) Other scientists have recently added new devices to solar panels.
B) One of the polymer layers carries electricity for both the Teng and the solar cell.
C) Sun wants to produce a model of his new solar cell in three to five years.
D) Other scientists in China have also used Tengs on solar cells.

3. What do Baoquan Sun and Keith Barnham AGREE on in the article?

A) Sun's new solar panels are powerful enough.
B) Wind power is the most effective power source.
C) The small size of the new panel is an advantage.
D) Solar power is the most effective power source.

4. Read the paragraph below from the section "Adding Tengs To Solar Panels."
“Due to our unique device design, it becomes a lightweight device,” said Sun. His team
wants to build the panels into soft things like electronic clothing. However, the scientists still
need to improve the panel's electrical output. Sun wants to produce a model of his new solar
cell in three to five years.

What is Baoquan Sun's point of view on solar energy?

A) He believes that his solar panels are better than the Teng devices.
B) He believes that solar energy is more useful than wind energy.
C) He believes that the panel's current electrical output is good enough.
D) He believes scientists should continue working to make solar energy better.
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Speaking

Task 2. Discuss the article “Solar Energy” which you have read, analyzed and annotated at home.
Be ready to support the conversation and answer the questions of your peers. Produce a speech by
giving extended answers to the questions.

Share your ideas with the class. Follow the rules of Socratic Seminar.
a. Contribute to the whole discussion actively
b. Provide evidence to support your ideas
c. Ask questions for clarification
d. Do not need to raise your hand to speak
e. Pay attention to your “airtime”
f. Do not interrupt
g. Do not “put down” the ideas of others

Solar Energy

As the world becomes more polluted by fossil fuels, people are looking for alternatives tothese
non-renewable resources of energy. Many alternatives exist but they all havedisadvantages and
drawbacks. Solar energy is one alternative source for future energy.Over the course of the next
century, solar energy may have a large impact on the worldenergy market.
Solar energy is the most abundant form of energy known. The sun releases energy at arate 15,000
times greater than the rate that the earth uses energy. Solar energy can beused to produce clean,
cheap electricity in amazing amounts.
In the early 1990s lower prices for fossil fuels, coupled with government subsidies,helped to make
fossil fuels appear more economical than renewable fuels. The UnitedStates government hoped to
develop new technologies so they launched a research anddevelopment project headed by the
Department of Energy. This research has begun topay off because of lower prices for light- and
heat-collecting solar cells, as well as higherstorage capacity of those cells.
Solar cells release far less pollution than fossil fuels. With lower emissions, thegreenhouse effect
can be slowed and global warming nearly stopped. Theseadvantages are some reasons people may
begin building more solar power plants in thenear future. The price for solar plants has continued
to drop while fossil fuels are beingcontinually depleted. Eventually, this constant depletion will
raise the price of coal,natural gas, and petroleum.
One argument against solar power is the cost of the initial start-up. Building solarpower plants is
very expensive. However, the plants require almost no maintenance,clean up, or dumping of waste.
This helps to offset start-up costs. Some experts arguethat a solar plant can practically pay for
itself after two or three years.
Experts from the United States and Canada have said that solar energy could play a partin
changing our lives in the twenty-first century. If solar power use increases andemissions decrease,
solar energy and other alternative fuels could supply more andmore of our everyday electricity
needs. Environmentalists argue that we should powerour homes with solar power and other cleaner
sources or energy instead of polluting theair with fossil fuels or dumping nuclear waste into the
environment.

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Comprehension Questions:
1. What is polluting the world?
2. What are people looking for?
3. What is an alternative source of future energy?
4. What is the most abundant source of energy known?
5. What happened in the early 1990s?
6. Who hoped to develop new technologies?
7. Do fossil fuels release more pollution than solar cells?
8. What are some advantages of solar power?
9. Has the price for solar power plants gone up or down?
10. Why might the price for fossil fuels go up?
11. What is one argument against solar power?
12. What helps offset start-up costs of solar power plants?
13. Who says solar power may change our lives in the 21st century?
14. What do environmentalists argue?
15. What could happen if solar power use increases?

Discussion Questions:
1. Do you think solar power is a good alternative source of energy? Why?
2. What are some other alternative sources of energy?
3. What is nuclear power?
4. Do you think nuclear power is generally safe or dangerous?
5. Are there nuclear power plants in your country?
6. How would you feel if a nuclear power plant was built near your home?
7. What do you think about hydropower? Is it a good idea? Why?
8. What are some ways people waste energy? Do you ever waste energy? How?
9. Should governments be responsible for developing alternative energy resources?
10. What can you do to promote alternative sources of energy?
11. Are you ever bothered by air pollution? Why?

https://www.stickyball.net/?s=Solar+energy

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 Assessment criteria Task Descriptor Mark
№ A learner
Identify the author’s B) However, the solar power output can fall
intention in text under gray skies. Scientists are working to 1
squeeze even more electricity from the panels.
B) One of the polymer layers carries electricity
1
for both the Teng and the solar cell.
1
C) The small size of the new panel is an
1
advantage.

D) He believes scientists should continue

1
working to make solar energy better.

Analyze and critically responds considering different perspectives; 1

evaluate arguments, provide
opinions using appropriate provides evidence to support answer; 1
vocabulary and grammar
structures evaluates and critically analyzes different 1
perspectives;
Give a full extended uses more complex and compound grammar 1
response maintaining 2 structures ;
control, improving fluency uses sophisticated vocabulary; 1
and accuracy of speaking
using appropriate asks topic related and supporting questions, 1
vocabulary and grammar paraphrase them if necessary;
structures applies paraphrasing techniques in 1
communication;
responds with fluency and spontaneity. 1

Total marks 12

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 Rubrics for providing information to parents on the results of
Summative Assessment for the unit «STEM» and «Reading for pleasure»

Learner’s name_______________________________________________________

Level of learning achievements

Assessment criteria
Low Middle High
Identify the author’s intention in Experiences difficulties in Experiences some difficulties in Confidently evaluates the author’s
text evaluating the author’s intention in evaluating the author’s intention in intention in paragraphs and supports
paragraph while reading the text. paragraph while reading the text. the answer with the evidence while
The answers are incorrect. Answers all questions, but not all reading the text.
answers are correct:

Analyze and critically evaluate Experiences difficulties in Maintains a speech and makes Confidently maintains a
arguments, provide opinions maintaining a speech and making relevant contribution irresolutely. conversation/speech and makes
using appropriate vocabulary and relevant contribution, in Makes mistakes in using rich and relevant contribution. Confidently
grammar structures demonstrating rich and vivid vivid vocabulary in a talk. States demonstrates rich and vivid
vocabulary in a talk, in stating point his/her point of view uncertainly vocabulary in a talk. Expresses
Give a full extended response of view. Pronounces words and without good reasoning. Makes his/her viewpoints clearly.
maintaining control, improving phrases clearly. some mistakes in pronunciation. Pronounces words and expressions
fluency and accuracy of speaking correctly.
using appropriate vocabulary and
grammar structures

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 SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT TASKS FOR TERM 4
Summative assessment for the unit «Recent advances in technology »

Learning objectives 11.2.2 Understand specific information in unsupported extended

talk on a wide range of general and curricular topics,
including talk on a growing range of unfamiliar topics
11.5.7 Use independently appropriate layout at text level on a
wide range of general and curricular topics
11.5.5 Develop with minimal support coherent arguments
supported when necessary by examples and reasons for a
wide range of written genres in familiar general and
curricular topics

Assessment criteria  Identify detailed information from recording

 Produce a text with appropriate paragraphing
 Write a coherent paragraph/short text stating and explaining
an argument

Level of thinking skills Knowledge and comprehension

Application
Higher order thinking skills

Duration 20 minutes

Listening

Task 1. Listen to the recording about uses of nanotechnology and complete the notes below.
Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.
Follow the link to listen https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a714mjyjOaI

Uses of Nanotechnology
Transport
1. Nanotechnology could allow the development of stronger ____________
Planes would be much lighter in weight.
2.___________ travel will be made available to the masses.

Technology
3. Computers will be even smaller, faster, and will have a greater ____________
4. ______________ will become more affordable.

The Environment
Nano-robots could rebuild the ozone layer.
5. Pollutants such as ____________ could be removed from water more easily.
6. There will be no ___________ from manufacturing.

Health and Medicine

New methods of food production could eradicate famine.
7. Analysis of medical _____________ will be speeded up.
Life expectancy could be increased.

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Writing

Task 2. Write an essay about the following topic:

In the past lectures were the traditional method of teaching large numbers of students. Nowadays
new technology is increasingly being used to teach students.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of this new approach?

You should:
- paraphrase the question;
- present the specific advantages/disadvantages that will be discussed in the main body
paragraphs;
- introduce the main advantage, explain and support with examples;
- introduce the main disadvantage, explain and support with examples;
- give a summary of your main points and say what you think were most important pros
and cons;
- link ideas logically and clearly, using basic conjunctions and linking words;
- use appropriate topical vocabulary.

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 Task Descriptor
Assessment criteria A learner Mark
№
Identify detailed 1. writes ‘metal/metals’ 1
information from
recording 2. writes ‘space’ 1

3. writes ‘memory’ 1

4. writes ‘solar’ 1
1
5. writes ‘oil’ 1

6. writes ‘waste’ 1

7. writes ‘tests’ 1

Produce a text with uses appropriate structure that makes reader

appropriate understand a piece; 1
paragraphing
Write a coherent uses a range of appropriate vocabulary with correct
paragraph/short text 1
spelling;
stating and explaining
an argument writes clear paragraphs with 3 or 4 basic connectors; 1
2
states and explains an argument; 1

conveys ideas clearly; 1

presents the specific advantages/disadvantages; 1

use appropriate topical vocabulary. 1

Total marks 14

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 Rubrics for providing information to parents on the results of
Summative Assessment for the unit «Recent advances in technology»
Learner’s name_______________________________________________________

Level of learning achievements

Assessment criteria
Low Middle High
Identify detailed information Experiences difficulties in Experiences some difficulties in giving the Confidently chooses an
from recording giving the right answers while right answers while listening. Answers all appropriate word for each gap
listening. The answers are not questions but there are some spelling while identifying specific details
full or correct. mistakes or not correct answers:
in extended talks.
Writes 1.‘metal/metals’;
2.‘space’;3.‘memories’;4.‘solar’;5. ‘oil’;
6.’waist’;7. ‘tests’

Produce a text with appropriate Lacks in writing academic Makes some mistakes in structure and style Uses wide range of grammar and
paragraphing essays, has difficulties in of academic essays. Experiences some vocabulary within the task set,
Write a coherent paragraph/short conveying ideas logically into difficulties in presenting ideas clearly, in ideas fulfill the requirements of
text stating and explaining an
coherent paragraphs, stating using appropriate vocabulary and the task.
argument
and explaining arguments. grammar, in linking ideas logically.
Experiences difficulties in
using appropriate vocabulary,
in linking ideas clearly, in
using a range of grammar.

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Transcript
Today we’re going to look at an important area of science, namely nanotechnology. So what is it?
Nano means tiny, so it’s science and engineering on the scale of atoms and molecules. The idea is
that by controlling and rearranging atoms, you can literally create anything. However, as we’ll see,
the science of the small has some big implications affecting us in many ways.
There’s no doubt that nanotechnology promises so much for civilisation. However, all new
technologies have their teething problems. And with nanotechnology, society often gets the wrong
idea about its capabilities.
Numerous science-fiction books and movies have raised people's fears about nanotechnology - with
scenarios such as inserting little nano-robots into your body that monitor everything you do without
you realising it, or self-replicating nano-robots that eventually take over the world.
So how do we safeguard such a potentially powerful technology? Some scientists recommend that
nano-particles be treated as new chemicals with separate safety tests and clear labelling.
They believe that greater care should also be taken with nano-particles in laboratories and factories.
Others have called for a withdrawal of new nano products such as cosmetics and a temporary halt to
many kinds of nanotech research.
But as far as I’m concerned there's a need to plough ahead with the discoveries and applications of
nanotechnology.
I really believe that most scientists would welcome a way to guard against unethical uses of such
technology. We can’t go around thinking that all innovation is bad, all advancement is bad. As with
the debate about any new technology, it is how you use it that’s important. So let’s look at some of
its possible uses.
Thanks to nanotechnology, there could be a major breakthrough in the field of transportation with
the production of more durable metals.
These could be virtually unbreakable, lighter and much more pliable leading to planes that are 50
times lighter than at present. Those same improved capabilities will dramatically reduce the cost of
travelling into space making it more accessible to ordinary people and opening up a totally new
holiday destination.
In terms of technology, the computer industry will be able to shrink computer parts down to minute
sizes. We need nanotechnology in order to create a new generation of computers that will work
even faster and will have a million times more memory but will be about the size of a sugar cube.
Nanotechnology could also revolutionise the way that we generate power. The cost of solar cells
will be drastically reduced so harnessing this energy will be far more economical than at present.
But nanotechnology has much wider applications than this and could have an enormous impact on
our environment. For instance, tiny airborne nano-robots could be programmed to actually rebuild
the ozone layer, which could lessen the impact of global warming on our planet. That’s a pretty
amazing thought, isn’t it? On a more local scale, this new technology could help with the clean-up
of environmental disasters as nanotechnology will allow us to remove oil and other contaminants
from the water far more effectively. And, if nanotechnology progresses as expected - as a sort of
building block set of about 90 atoms - then you could build anything you wanted from the bottom
up. In terms of production, this means that you only use what you need and so there wouldn't be any
waste.
The notion that you could create anything at all has major implications for our health. It means that
we’ll eventually be able to replicate anything. This would have a phenomenal effect on our society.
In time it could even lead to the eradication of famine through the introduction of machines that
produce food to feed the hungry.
But it’s in the area of medicine that nanotechnology may have its biggest impact. How we detect
disease will change as tiny biosensors are developed to analyse tests in minutes rather than days.
There’s even speculation nano-robots could be used to slow the ageing process, lengthening life
expectancy.
As you can see, I’m very excited by the implications that could be available to us in the next few
decades. Just how long it’ll take, I honestly don't know.
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 Summative assessment for the unit «The clothes of chemistry»

Learning objectives 11.4.9 Recognise inconsistencies in argument in extended text

on a range of more complex and abstract general and
curricular topics
11.3.5 Interact with peers to make hypotheses and evaluate
alternative proposals on a range of familiar and some
unfamiliar general and curricular topics
11.3.7 Use appropriate subject-specific vocabulary and syntax
to talk about a range of familiar and some unfamiliar
general and curricular topics

Assessment criteria  Identify inconsistencies in argument of reading passage

 Analyze and critically evaluate arguments, provide
opinions using appropriate vocabulary and grammar
structures
 Support a talk with peers while agree, disagree and discuss
the order of actions and plans to fulfil the tasks
 Give a full extended response maintaining control,
improving fluency and accuracy of speaking using
appropriate vocabulary and grammar structures

Level of thinking skills Knowledge and comprehension

Application

Duration 20 minutes

Reading

Task 1. Read the text and select if the statements below are TRUE, FALSE or NOT GIVEN.

Trends in the Indian fashion and textile industries

At the beginning of the 21st century, with new designers and models, and more sensible
designs, India has witnessed acceleration of fashion industry. As far as the global fashion industry
is concerned, Indian ethnic designs and materials are currently in demand from fashion houses and
garment manufacturers. India is the third largest producer of cotton, the second largest producer of
silk, and the fifth largest producer of man-made fibres in the world.
The Indian garment and fabric industries have many fundamental advantages, in terms of a
cheaper, skilled work force, cost-effective production, raw materials, flexibility, and a wide range
of designs with sequins, beadwork, and embroidery. In addition, that India provides garments to
international fashion houses at competitive prices, with a shorter lead-time, and an effective
monopoly on certain designs, is accepted the whole world over. India has always been regarded as
the default source in the embroidered garments segment, but changes in the rate of exchange
between the rupee and the dollar has further depressed prices, thereby attracting more buyers. So
the international fashion houses walk away with customised goods, and craftwork is sold at very
low rates.

As far as the fabric market is concerned, the range available in India can attract as well as
confuse the buyer. Much of the production takes place in the small town of Chapa in the eastern
state of Bihar, a name one might never have heard of. Here fabric-making is a family industry; the
range and quality of raw silks churned out here belie the crude production methods and equipment.
Surat in Gujarat, is the supplier of an amazing set of jacquards, moss crepes and georgette sheers -
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all fabrics in high demand. Another Indian fabric design that has been adopted by the fashion
industry is the ‘Madras check’, originally utilised for the universal lungi, a simple lower-body
wrap worn in southern India. This design has now found its way on to bandannas, blouses, home
furnishings and almost anything one can think of.
Ethnic Indian designs with batik and hand-embroidered motifs have also become popular
across the world. Decorative bead work is another product in demand in the international market.
Beads are used to prepare accessory items like belts and bags, and beadwork is now available for
haute couture evening wear too.

1. At the start of the 21st century, key elements in the Indian fashion industry
changed. _________
2. India now exports more than half of the cotton it produces. _________
3. Conditions in India are generally well suited to the manufacture of clothing. _________
4. Indian clothing exports have suffered from changes in the value of its currency. _________
5. Modern machinery accounts for the high quality of Chapa’s silk. _________
6. Some types of Indian craftwork which are internationally popular had humble
origins. _________

Speaking

Task 2. Choose the question from the card on the topics “The cloth of chemistry”, “Recent
advances in technology”, “Future careers” and be ready to answer it after the teacher starts the
conversation. Produce a speech by giving extended answers to the questions. Share your ideas with
the class
Teacher organizes a Socratic seminar, which helps him/her to assess learners while they are
speaking on the topics and he/she prepares and cuts down questions and expressions beforehand.
Learners sit in a circle and answer the question using in their speech some formal and informal
expressions to present logically connected information to their classmates. Learners discuss
questions in a class. They share their opinions, ask questions, and comment on classmates’ speech.

Stating an opinion Expressing Expressing Interrupting

agreement disagreement
The way I see it….. You have a point That’s not always Sorry to interrupt, but…
there the case
If you want my That’s exactly I’d say the exact If I might add
honest opinion….. how I feel opposite something…..
As far as I’m I was just going No, I’m not so sure Is it okay if I jump in
concerned…. to say that about that for a second?
If you ask me……. I have to side I beg to differ Can I add something
with smb here?
(name)on this one
In my opinion……. That’s for sure Not necessarily Can I throw my two
cents in?

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These are some Socratic Seminar Ground Rules:

1. Speak so that all students can hear you.

2. Ask for clarification. Don’t stay confused.
3. Speak without raising hands.
4. Stick to the point under discussion.
5. Don’t interrupt.
6. Don’t put down the ideas of another learner.

Questions for Socratic Seminar:

1. What do you think of the fashion industry?

2. How does fashion affect people’s lives?
3. Do you think fashions changed as quickly in the past as today? Why or why not?
4. If you were a fashion designer, what kind of clothes would you design?
5. Do you read e-books? What are their advantages and disadvantages when compared with
paper books?
6. Is there an electronic product you want these days? What is it? How will it make your
life better?
7. Do you play computer games? What do you say to people who believe they are a waste
of time?
8. What crazy future technology are you looking forward to? For example, flying cars or
personal robots.
9. Many science fiction movies present a dark vision of the future. Are you optimistic or
pessimistic about the future of humanity?
10. Do you think job satisfaction is more important than salary when choosing a job?
11. What skills do you think are needed to get a good job these days?
12. How has technology changed the way we work?
13. What jobs do you think are most valuable to society?

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 Assessment criteria Task Descriptor Mark
№ A learner
Identify inconsistencies 1. chooses ‘TRUE’ 1
in argument of reading
passage 2. chooses ‘NOT GIVEN’ 1

3. chooses ‘TRUE’ 1
1
4. chooses ‘FALSE’ 1

5. chooses ‘FALSE’ 1

6. chooses ‘TRUE’ 1

Analyze and critically responds considering different perspectives; 1

evaluate arguments,
provide opinions using provides evidence to support answer; 1
appropriate vocabulary
and grammar structures evaluates and critically analyzes different 1
Support a talk with perspectives;
peers while agree, uses more complex and compound grammar 1
disagree and discuss structures ;
the order of actions and 3 uses sophisticated vocabulary; 1
plans to fulfil the tasks
Give a full extended asks topic related and supporting questions, 1
response maintaining paraphrase them if necessary;
control, improving applies paraphrasing techniques in communication; 1
fluency and accuracy of
speaking using responds with fluency and spontaneity. 1
appropriate vocabulary
and grammar structures
Total marks 21

Reading: the text was taken from https://mini-ielts.com/704/reading/trends-in-the-indian-fashion-

and-textile-industries

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 Rubrics for providing information to parents on the results of
Summative Assessment for the unit «The clothes of chemistry»

Learner’s name_______________________________________________________

Level of learning achievements

Assessment criteria
Low Middle High
Realize particular facts and parts in Experiences difficulties in Makes mistakes in identifying Feels confidence in identifying
reading passage realizing particular facts and parts facts and parts in reading passage. facts, parts and chosen statements
in reading passage. in the reading passage.
Identify and evaluate chosen Experiences difficulties in
statements identifying chosen statements.

Analyze and critically evaluate Experiences difficulties in Maintains a speech and makes Confidently maintains a
arguments, provide opinions using maintaining a speech and making relevant contribution irresolutely. conversation/speech and makes
appropriate vocabulary and grammar relevant contribution, in Makes mistakes in using rich and relevant contribution. Confidently
structures vivid vocabulary in a talk. States
demonstrating rich and vivid demonstrates rich and vivid
Support a talk with peers while his/her point of view uncertainly
agree, disagree and discuss the order vocabulary in a talk, in stating without good reasoning. Makes vocabulary in a talk. Expresses
of actions and plans to fulfil the point of view. Pronounces words some mistakes in pronunciation his/her viewpoints clearly.
tasks and phrases clearly. Pronounces words and
Give a full extended response expressions correctly.
maintaining control, improving
fluency and accuracy of speaking
using appropriate vocabulary and
grammar structures c c
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s s

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f f
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