Reading Worksheet

“Bored and Brilliant: A Challenge to Disconnect From Your Phone ”

1- Match each vocabulary with its correct meaning:

1- Podcast A- Recorded conversation between two people

2- Interview B- Someone who introduces and talks to the guests

3- Host C- Downloaded images from the internet

D- Digital audio or video file or recording

2- A. Complete the paragraph using the words in the box:

default goals daydreaming autobiographical

Dr. Sandi Mann said: Once you start _daydreaming_and allow your mind to really
wander, which allows sort of different connections to take place. It's really
awesome, actually. In the __default_ mode is when we connect disparate ideas,
we solve some of our most nagging problems, and we do something called
"__autobiographical__ planning."This is when we look back at our lives, we take
note of the big moments, we create a personal narrative, and then we set
__goals_ and we figure out what steps we need to take to reach them.

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 B. Choose the correct answer:

1- The genre of the story is ____________.

A. Blog Post B. Podcast C. Narrative non-fiction
2- What is the purpose of the challenge?
A. To buy a new phone
B. to disconnect from your phone
C. to play with friends

C. Question: Why is being bored crucial for creativity?

Answer: __Because when we are bored we start daydreaming (default mode),

we think in our lives and future, solve our problems and we set our goals.__

3- A. Complete the paragraph using the words in the box:

cycle Facebook creativity Bored and Brilliant stressed

We find that when people are _stressed_ , they tend to shift their attention more
rapidly. We also found, strangely enough,that the shorter the amount of sleep
that a person gets,the more likely they are to check __Facebook_ .So we're in this
vicious, habitual __cycle_. But could this cycle be broken?What would happen if
we broke this vicious cycle? What if we reclaimed those cracks in our day?Could it
help us jump-start our __creativity_ ?We called the project "_Bored and
Brilliant_".

B.Choose the correct answer:

1- An Average American spends _______ hours a day on his/her phone.

A. 3 B. 5 C. 8
2- What did Dr. Sandi Mann research?
A. Benefits of technology
B. The connection between creativity and boredom
C. Cell phone use
3-How did people feel after participating in the challenge?

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 A. angrier B. tired C. empowered and happier

4-What is the "default mode" in the brain associated with?

A. Physical activity
B. Sleeping
C. Daydreaming and creativity

C. Question: According to scientists, what happens when we multitask?

Answer: _We use more nutrients, and we shift attention more repidly, consuming
our limited supply of neural resources._

4- A. Complete the paragraph using the words in the box:

imaginative taskmasters generation boredom

After the challenge, people felt empowered. Their phones had been transformed
from __taskmasters__ back into tools. if you have never known life without
connectivity, you may never have experienced _boredom_.
And there could be consequences, They are less creative and _imaginative_ about
their own personal futures and about solving societal problems. And we really
need this next _generation_ to be able to focus on some big problems: climate
change, economic disparity, massive cultural differences.

B. Choose the correct answer:

1- The host of this podcast is ______________
A. Arnold Lobel B. Manoush Zomorodi C. Stefan Etienne
2- What did the speaker delete from her phone during the challenge?
A. Facebook B. Instagram C. Two Dots
3-What profession was the speaker before motherhood?
A. Journalist B. Teacher C. Doctor

C. Question: How did participants in the "Bored and Brilliant" challenge feel
after deleting certain apps from their phones?

Answer: __They felt happier and empowered.___

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D. Question: What did researchers at USC find about teenagers on social media?

Answer: _They found them less creative and imaginative about their own
personal futures and about solving societal problems.___

E. Question: According to Dr. Gloria Mark, what happens when people are
stressed?

Answer: _They shift attention more rapidly.__________________________

“Mission TwinPossible”

1- Match each vocabulary with its correct meaning:

1- Sample Group A- Project director or CEO

2- Endurance Test B- A trial of one’s ability to go on

3- Program Manager C- Selection of a set of people

D- to be supported

2- A. Complete the paragraph using the words in the box:

twins exploration genetic makeup Mars

So far, human participation in space _exploration_ has been limited to missions

close to Earth. Astronaut crews have been living and working in the International
Space Station in Earth’s orbit since 2000. The farthest a person has gone is to the
moon, but the next step may be landing on _Mars_, Earth’s nearest planet. Mark
and Scott, 50, are identical _twins_. They have the same _genetic makeup_.

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 Though they have served a combined seven missions, the brothers have never
gone to space together.

B. Choose the correct answer:

1- What makes the Kelly brothers unique for NASA's research?

A. They're both experienced astronauts
B. They have different genetic makeup
C. They have identical genes
2-What is NASA's ultimate goal mentioned in the article?
A. Building more space stations
B. Sending astronauts to Mars
C. Improving space communication
3- The genre of the story “ Mission Twinpossible” is ______________.
A. News Article B. Autobiography C. Poetry
4-What makes this mission significant for US astronauts?
A. Record for single-mission duration
B. Longest communication distance
C. First twin astronauts in space
5-Who will share Scott's year-long mission on the ISS?
A. Mike Suffredini B. Mark Kelly C. Mikhail Kornienko

C. Question: What is the effect of space on the human body? (Mention two)

Answer: _In space, bones get brittle, eyeballs lose their shapes, hearts beat less
efficiently, and balance get awry.__

3- A. Complete the paragraph using the words in the box:

human body long-term genes brittle astronauts

The US has long dreamed of sending _astronauts_ to Mars. The biggest problem
with reaching this goal is, the _human body_. We are designed for Earth. In space,

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bones get _brittle_, eyeballs lose their shape, hearts beat less efficiently, and
balance goes awry. NASA needs subjects to test the _long-term_ effects of space.
In a perfect experiment, every subject would have a control subject on Earth with
the exact same _genes_. This would help scientists separate the changes that
come from being in space from those that are a result of growing the same year
older on Earth.
B. Choose the correct answer:
1- How far above Earth is the International Space Station located?
A. 229 miles B. 300 miles C. 400 miles
2- What is the name of the Russian cosmonaut who will join Scott Kelly on
the ISS?
A. Alexei Leonov B. Mikhail Kornienko C. Yuri Gagarin
3-Mark Kelly has been to space __ times.
A. 2 B. 3 C. 4

C. Question: How does having identical twins as subjects benefit NASA’s

research on space’s impact on the human body?

Answer: _because it allows scientists to compare changes in space with a

genetically identical control on Earth, helping to isolate the effects of space travel
from growing older.___

D. Question: What type of tests will both Kelly brothers undergo?

Answer: _During the mission, Kelly brothers will be monitored with medical and
psychological tests.__

E. Put T for ‘True’ and F for ‘False’:

1- Scott’s days on the ISS will be packed with science experiments, exercise, and
monitoring and fixing the station’s systems. (__T__)
2- Scott Kelly will spend a month on the International Space Station. (__F__)
3- The biggest problem with sending astronauts to Mars is there is no air. (__F__)
4- The station is stocked with movies and books, and the crew can surf the
Internet. (__T__)
5- The Kelly brothers are identical twins but with different genetic makeup. (_F_)
6- The International Space Station is located 500 miles above the Earth. (__F__)
7- The Kelly brothers went to space together seven times. (__T__)

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 8- Scott's upcoming mission is a combination of science, endurance, and human
drama. (__T__)

Vocabulary Worksheet
A) Read each sentence and determine if the boldface word fits the context
and circle the correct sentence numbers:

1. The movie was so induced that many viewers had to look away during
certain scenes.
2. The coach gave his players some leeway in deciding how to approach
the game strategy.
3. The meeting’s vagabond included discussions about upcoming projects
and team goals.
4. The gymnast’s body was so limber that she could perform incredible
acrobatic feats.
5. The teacher's amiable personality made all the students feel
comfortable on the first day of school.
6. The compliant student always followed the teacher’s instructions
without hesitation.
7. The sports commentator provided excellent commentary during the
live match.
8. His fingers were facet from the cold after spending hours outside
without gloves.
9. The island’s oldest inhabitant shared fascinating stories about its
history.
10. The teacher asked us to write a brief remorse of the story we just
read.
11. The dog’s pacify to its owner was evident in its unwavering loyalty.

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B) Complete the sentence with the correct form of the word:

partisan reimburse blight induce

oracle befuddle gross boisterous

1. The complicated instructions began to _befuddle_the students,

leaving them unsure of what to do next.
2. The doctor tried to _induce_sleep by prescribing a mild sedative
for the patient.
3. The villagers believed the wise _oracle_ could predict their future.
4. The company promised to _reimburse_ employees for their travel
expenses.
5. The farmer noticed a _blight_ spreading across the crops,
threatening the harvest.
6. The party was so _boisterous_that the neighbors complained
about the noise.
7. The store made a __gross_ profit of over a million dollars last year.
8. The speaker was clearly a _partisan_, defending his political party’s
views.

C) Complete the sentence with the correct form of the word:

setback fray smug eerie

duration bluster ravenous tarry

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 1. The politician’s __bluster__ did little to reassure the concerned
citizens.
2. The abandoned house had an _eerie_ silence that sent chills down
our spines.
3. After hiking all day, we were _ravenous_and devoured our dinner
quickly.
4. The _duration__ of the movie was two and a half hours.
5. The _fray_ between the two players resulted in a penalty for both
sides.
6. The unexpected rainstorm was a major _setback_ for their outdoor
wedding plans.
7. He wore a __smug_ expression after solving the difficult puzzle
before anyone else.
8. We couldn’t _tarry_ any longer as we needed to catch the last train
home.
D) Rearrange the following words to form meaningful sentences:
1. Conserve - We - water - must - .
__We must conserve water.___________________________
2. The task - managed - to - bungle - The intern.
__The intern managed to bungle the task.____________________
3. an - acute - ankle - She - felt - in - pain - her.
_She felt an acute pain in her ankle.______________
4. baby - pacify - tried - The mother - crying - her - to.
_The mother tried to pacify her crying baby.______________
5. Her - decisions - often - headstrong - lead - to - arguments.
_Her headstrong decisions often lead to arguments.________
6. the - Tenants - vacate - apartment - must - by - Friday.
__Tenants must vacate the apartment by Friday._____________

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E) Choose a word or a form of the word that nearly the same meaning of
the underlined word:

1. The carpenter carefully polished the cut surfaces of the wood to

ensure a smooth finish. (_facets_)
2. The residents of the small town came together to celebrate the
annual festival.(_inhabitants_)
3. The bridge was designed to span the wide river, connecting the two
cities.(__duration__)
4. The hobo wandered from town to town, carrying his belongings in a
small sack.(_vagabond_)
5. The dog was surprisingly submissive and obeyed every command
given by its trainer.(__compliant_)
6. Her constant headaches were a severe affliction that affected her
daily life. (_blight_)

F) Choose a word or a form of the word that is most nearly opposite in

meaning to the underlined word:

1. After sitting for hours, my legs felt stiff, and I needed to stretch to
loosen them up.(__limber__)

2. The ambiguity in his answer left everyone confused about his true
intentions.(__clarity__)

3. The library was so quiet that you could hear the faint rustling of
pages being turned.(_boisterous_)

4. The horse was surprisingly docile, allowing even the children to ride
it calmly.(__headstrong_)

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 5. Her victory in the competition was a triumph after months of hard
work and dedication.(__setback_)
Grammar Worksheet
A. Read each sentence and choose the proper relative or interrogative
pronoun.

1. This is the book _______ I borrowed from the library.

a) who b) which c) whose
2. _______ is your favorite book to read?
a) Who b) What c) Which
3. The boy _______ won the race is my cousin.
a) who b) which c) that
4. The house _______ was built in the 1800s is now a museum.
a) that b) whose c) who
5. _______ called you last night?
a) What b) Who c) Whom
6. The teacher _______ students love her is very kind.
a) whose b) which c) that
7. _______ of these pens belongs to you?
a) Whose b) Which c) What
8. The car _______ engine broke down was towed to the workshop.
a) who b) whose c) which
9. _______ are you planning to invite to the party?
a) Whom b) Whose c) What
10.He is the person _______ I admire the most.
a) whose b) that c) who
11._______ is the reason for your excitement?
a) What b) Who c) Which
12.The movie _______ you recommended was amazing.
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 a) which b) whose c) who

13.She is the artist _______ paintings are displayed in the gallery.

a) whose b) that c) which

B. Read each sentence and identify the indefinite pronoun and write it on
the line provided:

1. Everyone in the class was excited about the school trip._Everyone _

2. She looked everywhere, but she found nothing in her
bag.__everywhere__
3. Someone left their notebook on the desk.___Someone ___
4. Do you know if anybody has seen my keys?___anybody ___
5. Everything seems to be working perfectly now.___Everything ___
6. There is nobody in the house at the moment.___nobody ___
7. I think somebody is waiting for you outside.___somebody __
8. Few understood the true meaning of the story.___Few __
9. We should share this cake so that each gets a fair portion.__each __
10.Several have applied for the job, but only a few are
qualified.__Several ___

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C. Fill in the blanks with the correct demonstrative pronoun (this - that -
these - those):

those

that

These

this

Those

that

This

those

These

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D. Read the following paragraph then answer the questions below:
"This is the moment we have all been waiting for, a celebration that brings
everyone together. Who will be the guest of honor? Nobody knows for
sure, but those who are invited are excited to attend. Whatever happens,
it will surely be a night to remember."
1. Identify one demonstrative pronoun: _This, that, those__
2. Identify one relative pronoun: _who_
3. Identify one interrogative pronoun: _Who_
4. Identify one indefinite pronoun: _everyone, nobody, whatever_
5. Determine if the underlined pronoun 'who ' is ‘relative’ or
'interrogative': __relative_

E. Read the following paragraph then answer the questions below:

"That is the house where I grew up. Can anyone tell me who owns it now?
Some people have tried to buy it, but no one has succeeded yet."
1. Identify one demonstrative pronoun: _That_
2. Identify one relative pronoun: _where__
3. Identify one interrogative pronoun: _who_
4. Identify one indefinite pronoun: _anyone, some, no one__

F. Read the following paragraph then answer the questions below:

"Those are my favorite cookies! Have you seen the person who made
them? I have no idea who could have baked them, but whoever did
must be a great cook."
1. Identify one demonstrative pronoun: _Those_
2. Identify one relative pronoun: _who__
3. Identify one interrogative pronoun: _who__
4. Identify one indefinite pronoun: _whoever_

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