TUITIONGOWHERE PRIMARY SCHOOL (AI)
SEMESTER ASSESSMENT 2 EXAMINATION 2026
PRIMARY 3 ENGLISH LANGUAGE
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Marks: 95
INSTRUCTIONS TO STUDENTS
- Do not turn over this page until you are told to do so.
- Answer all questions.
- Write your answers clearly in the spaces provided.
Name: _________________ ( )
Class: Primary 3 ( )
Date: _________________
| Section | Marks |
|---|
| Grammar MCQ | /15 |
| Vocabulary MCQ | /10 |
| Grammar Cloze | /10 |
| Vocabulary Cloze | /10 |
| Editing | /10 |
| Comprehension 1 | /15 |
| Comprehension 2 | /15 |
| Synthesis | /10 |
| Total | /95 |
Section A: Grammar MCQ (15 marks)
For each question, choose the correct answer.
1. The students __________ their project yesterday.
(A) complete
(B) completed
(C) completes
(D) completing
( ) [1 mark]
2. Look! The birds __________ in the sky.
(A) fly
(B) flies
(C) are flying
(D) flew
( ) [1 mark]
3. We __________ to the zoo tomorrow.
(A) go
(B) went
(C) will go
(D) are go
( ) [1 mark]
4. I need __________ advice about my homework.
(A) a
(B) an
(C) the
(D) some
( ) [1 mark]
5. The pen on the table is __________. Don't take it.
(A) my
(B) mine
(C) I
(D) me
( ) [1 mark]
6. Between you and __________, this is a secret.
(A) I
(B) me
(C) my
(D) mine
( ) [1 mark]
7. The children are playing __________ the playground.
(A) in
(B) on
(C) at
(D) under
( ) [1 mark]
8. My birthday is __________ 15th December.
(A) in
(B) on
(C) at
(D) by
( ) [1 mark]
9. There __________ too much noise in the classroom.
(A) is
(B) are
(C) was
(D) were
( ) [1 mark]
10. __________ delicious these cookies are!
(A) How
(B) What
(C) Which
(D) Who
( ) [1 mark]
11. Neither Tom __________ Jerry wants to go first.
(A) or
(B) nor
(C) and
(D) but
( ) [1 mark]
12. The book __________ you borrowed is on my desk.
(A) who
(B) which
(C) when
(D) where
( ) [1 mark]
13. If it __________ tomorrow, we will stay indoors.
(A) rain
(B) rains
(C) rained
(D) raining
( ) [1 mark]
14. She has been studying English __________ three years.
(A) since
(B) for
(C) from
(D) during
( ) [1 mark]
15. __________ of the boys has finished his work.
(A) All
(B) Many
(C) Some
(D) Each
( ) [1 mark]
Section B: Vocabulary MCQ (10 marks)
16. The opposite of "ancient" is __________.
(A) old
(B) modern
(C) historical
(D) traditional
( ) [1 mark]
17. A person who takes care of sick animals is a __________.
(A) veterinarian
(B) farmer
(C) zookeeper
(D) trainer
( ) [1 mark]
18. When you feel uncertain about something, you are __________.
(A) confident
(B) sure
(C) doubtful
(D) certain
( ) [1 mark]
19. A group of lions is called a __________.
(A) pack
(B) flock
(C) herd
(D) pride
( ) [1 mark]
20. To make something better, you __________ it.
(A) worsen
(B) improve
(C) damage
(D) destroy
( ) [1 mark]
21. The word "enormous" means __________.
(A) tiny
(B) medium
(C) huge
(D) average
( ) [1 mark]
22. When something happens suddenly, it is __________.
(A) gradual
(B) slow
(C) abrupt
(D) expected
( ) [1 mark]
23. A person who is always on time is __________.
(A) late
(B) punctual
(C) delayed
(D) slow
( ) [1 mark]
24. To look at something carefully, you __________ it.
(A) ignore
(B) examine
(C) avoid
(D) miss
( ) [1 mark]
25. The young of a horse is called a __________.
(A) cub
(B) calf
(C) foal
(D) kid
( ) [1 mark]
Section C: Grammar Cloze (10 marks)
Fill in each blank with a suitable word from the box. Use each word only once.
Word Box: although, because, her, his, she, they, was, were, which, who
Last weekend, Emma visited (26)__________ uncle (27)__________ lived in the countryside. (28)__________ was excited about the trip (29)__________ she had never been to a farm before. When (30)__________ arrived, the farm animals (31)__________ already awake. (32)__________ uncle showed her the chickens (33)__________ laid fresh eggs every morning. (34)__________ it was her first time, Emma enjoyed feeding the animals. The experience (35)__________ truly memorable for her.
Section D: Vocabulary Cloze (10 marks)
Fill in each blank with a suitable word from the box. Use each word only once.
Word Box: admired, carefully, delicious, discovered, enormous, exhausted, explored, magnificent, prepared, surprised
The family (36)__________ for their jungle adventure by packing all the necessary equipment. As they (37)__________ the dense forest, they were (38)__________ by the variety of wildlife. David (39)__________ observed a colorful butterfly through his binoculars. Sarah (40)__________ a rare orchid hidden behind some rocks. The children (41)__________ the (42)__________ trees that towered above them. After hiking for hours, they felt (43)__________ but happy. For lunch, their guide had (44)__________ sandwiches that tasted (45)__________ in the fresh forest air.
Section E: Editing (10 marks)
Instructions: The passage below has 10 errors (spelling, grammar, or punctuation). Underline each error and write the correct word above it.
The childern was very exciteed about there school trip to the science museum. They packed there bags carefuly and checked the wheather forecast. The teacher recieve a phone call from the bus driver who said he would arive early. "Are you ready for this wonderfull adventure" asked Mrs Lee. Everyone was looking foward to learning about space and planets.
Mark the 10 errors and write corrections above them. [10 marks]
Section F: Comprehension 1 (15 marks)
Read the passage carefully and answer all questions.
The Amazing Migration
Every year, millions of birds make incredible journeys across the world. This amazing phenomenon is called migration. Birds migrate for two main reasons: to find food and to escape harsh weather conditions.
One of the most remarkable migrators is the Arctic Tern. These elegant birds travel from the Arctic to the Antarctic and back again each year, covering a distance of about 44,000 miles. That's like flying around the Earth twice!
During migration, birds face many dangers. They must cross vast oceans, tall mountains, and busy cities. Many birds get lost, exhausted, or injured along the way. However, nature has given them special abilities to help them navigate. Some birds use the sun and stars as their compass, while others follow magnetic fields or landmarks like rivers and coastlines.
Scientists have been studying bird migration for many years. They attach small tracking devices to birds to learn more about their routes and behavior. This research helps us understand how to protect these incredible creatures and their migration paths.
Migration is truly one of nature's greatest wonders. It shows us how determined and adaptable animals can be when faced with challenges.
Questions:
46. What is migration?
[2 marks]
47. Give two reasons why birds migrate.
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[2 marks]
48. Which bird is mentioned as a remarkable migrator?
[1 mark]
49. How far does the Arctic Tern travel each year?
[1 mark]
50. Name three dangers birds face during migration.
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[3 marks]
51. How do birds navigate during their journey? Give two ways.
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[2 marks]
52. What do scientists attach to birds to study them?
[1 mark]
53. What does the word "elegant" mean in the passage?
(A) fast
(B) graceful and beautiful
(C) large
(D) colorful
( ) [1 mark]
54. Do you think bird migration is important? Give one reason from the passage to support your answer.
[2 marks]
Section G: Comprehension 2 (15 marks)
Read the passage carefully and answer all questions.
The Secret Garden
Ten-year-old Lily discovered something amazing behind her grandmother's old house. Hidden behind overgrown bushes and a rusty gate was a forgotten garden. The garden had been neglected for years, but Lily could see its potential.
Every day after school, Lily would visit the secret garden. She carefully pulled out weeds and watered the surviving plants. Her grandmother, Mrs Chen, noticed Lily's daily disappearances and followed her one afternoon.
"Oh my!" exclaimed Mrs Chen when she saw the garden. "I haven't seen this place for twenty years. Your grandfather planted this garden for me as a wedding gift."
Together, Lily and her grandmother worked to restore the garden. They planted new flowers, fixed the broken fountain, and painted the old garden bench. Mrs Chen shared stories about each plant and flower, explaining how her late husband had chosen them carefully.
As spring arrived, the garden began to bloom magnificently. Colorful roses, cheerful daisies, and fragrant jasmine filled the air with sweet scents. Neighbors started to notice the beautiful garden and often stopped to admire it.
The secret garden had become a special place where three generations connected through their love of nature and family memories.
Questions:
55. Where did Lily find the secret garden?
[1 mark]
56. How old is Lily?
[1 mark]
57. What did Lily do in the garden every day?
[2 marks]
58. Why did Mrs Chen follow Lily?
[1 mark]
59. Who originally planted the garden?
[1 mark]
60. Why was the garden planted?
[1 mark]
61. Name three things Lily and her grandmother did to restore the garden.
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[3 marks]
62. Write 1, 2, 3 to show the correct order of events:
_____ The garden began to bloom magnificently
_____ Lily discovered the forgotten garden
_____ Mrs Chen followed Lily to see what she was doing
[3 marks]
63. What does "potential" mean in the first paragraph?
[1 mark]
64. Why do you think the garden is described as connecting "three generations"? Explain your answer.
[1 mark]
Section H: Synthesis (10 marks)
Instructions: Combine or rewrite the sentences as instructed.
65. Combine these sentences using "because":
The match was cancelled. It was raining heavily.
[2 marks]
66. Combine these sentences using "who":
The girl won the competition. She practices piano every day.
[2 marks]
67. Rewrite this sentence beginning with "Although":
The weather was cold, but we went swimming.
[2 marks]
68. Combine these sentences using "which":
I bought a book yesterday. The book is about dinosaurs.
[2 marks]
69. Rewrite this sentence beginning with "If":
You will pass the test provided you study hard.
[2 marks]
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