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1st end-of-semester question papers and answers for 7th-grade Literature

PART I: READING-COMPREHENSION (6.0 points)

Read the following passage and answer the questions below:

Under the skin of a branch

There are a few red leaves

A small bud

Still lying quietly.

The young bud slightly open-eyed

Tries to look through the leaves

Sees the clouds rushing by

Sees the drizzle sprinkling

Sees the leaves dropping noisily

Scattering gold all over the ground

The trees appear sparse

Seeing only trunks and branches

Excerpt from “The Young Bud” - Vo Quang

(Poetry for Children, Literature Publishing House, 2017, page 45)

(Dưới vỏ một cành bàng

Còn một vài lá đỏ

Một mầm non nho nhỏ

Còn nằm nép lặng im.

Mầm non mắt lim dim

Cố nhìn qua kẽ lá

Thấy mây bay hối hả

Thấy lất phất mưa phùn

Rào rào trận lá tuôn

Rải vàng đầy mặt đất

Rừng cây trông thưa thớt

Thấy chỉ cội với cành

Trích “Mầm non” - Võ Quảng)

a. Identify the poetic form of the text. How do you know? (1.0 point)

b. Determine the stylistic device used in the excerpt and explain its effect. (1.0 point)

c. Find an adverb in the following line and explain its meaning. (1.0 point)

Under the skin of a branch

d. Detail the content of the text. (1.0 point)

e. Write a short paragraph (about 5 sentences, on the theme of nature) using ellipsis, stating the purpose of ellipsis used in your paragraph. (2.0 points)

II - WRITING (4.0 points)

Write an essay expressing your feelings about a person you admire the most (such as grandparents, parents, siblings, teachers, etc.)

ANSWER KEY

Part I: READING COMPREHENSION

a) Form: + Five-syllable verse

+ Explanation: because each line consists of five syllables

b) Stylistic device: personification

- Effect: vividly portrays objects, clearly describing the state of the young bud, the clouds, etc.

c) Identify adverb: one

- Meaning: denotes quantity.

d) Content of the text: With a love for nature and detailed, delicate observation, Vo Quang describes the transition from winter to spring through the perception of a small bud.

e) When writing the paragraph, students must note:

- Adhering to the paragraph format, having a theme, the required length, and fairly good expression.

- Utilizing ellipsis and identifying the purpose of ellipsis in the paragraph they write.

Depending on the students' perception, the teacher will flexibly award points.

II. WRITING

a) Ensure the structure of a narrative essay: Introduction to the subject, main body expressing feelings and thoughts about the subject, conclusion reinforcing the feelings towards the subject.

b) Correct identification of the essay topic: Express feelings about a family member.

c) Develop the issue

Students can express themselves in various ways but need to ensure the following basic points:

- Introduce the subject,

- Display feelings and thoughts about the subject:

+ Appearance.

+ Personality.

+ Some memorable memories

+ The role of that person for the student

- Affirm personal feelings towards the subject

Based on the level of requirement fulfillment in the students' work and any errors, teachers will award specific points.

d. Spelling, grammar

Ensure correct Vietnamese spelling and grammar.

e. Creativity: Clear structure, vivid, creative expressive writing.