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EXERCISES

ENGLISH A) Choose the best option to fill in the blanks in the paragraph.

Animals and nature play an important role in (1)---- world. They enrich our lives with wonder and amazement, and teach
(2)---- something about ourselves. When I observe a bird flying, I feel a sense of freedom, and it reminds (3)---- to appreciate
the beauty of nature. It is our responsibility to protect and preserve all the (4)---- habitats and learn to live together with them.
When you connect with nature, you find solace and peace within (5)----. We must cherish the Earth and all (6)---- inhabitants,
for it is not just our home but also (7)----. Through our actions, (8)---- can ensure that future generations will inherit a world
where animals thrive and the wonders of nature continue to inspire.
1. a) ours b) we c) our 5. a) you b) your c) yourself
2. a) we b) us c) ourselves 6. a) their b) its c) his
3. a) me b) I c) my 7. a) our b) theirs c) ours
4. a) species b) specie’s c) species’ 8. a) we b) I c) they

B) Complete the sentences with the given in the boxes below. Some can be used more than once.
everything everybody nowhere anything nobody somebody
1. ___________ from the audience volunteered to join the magician on stage and was amazed by the tricks performed.
2. ___________ needs to take a break and prioritise self-care for their mental and physical well-being.
3. You witness such breathtaking sunsets __________ else in the world as in the Maldives.
4. ___________ worth pursuing requires effort and determination to achieve success.
5. ___________ should ever underestimate the power of a kind word or gesture to brighten someone’s day.
6. The success of the project relies on the collective effort and dedication of ___________ involved.
7. ___________ with a passion for cooking can turn even the simplest ingredients into a delicious culinary masterpiece.
8. ___________ happens for a reason, even if we may not always understand it in the present moment.
C) Complete the sentences with a, an, the, or zero article (Ø).
1. _____ elephant possesses _____ remarkable memory capabilities, enabling it to recall _____ specific locations and
recognise individual members of its social group.
2. _____ researchers have recently discovered _____ new species of frog in _____ Peruvian Amazon Forest, which
they nicknamed ‘the tapir frog’ because of its distinctively long nose.
3. In _____ 1900s, scientists faced many difficulties in understanding the complexity of atoms, but in _____ present day,
they have _____ much better understanding of the structure of _____ atom.
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4. At the beginning of the 20 century, _____ Curies were awarded _____ Nobel Prize for their groundbreaking research
on _____ radioactivity, which resulted in the discovery of _____ new element, radium.
5. Frederic Chopin not only mastered _____ piano but also, as _____ gifted composer, became one of _____ most
influential figures of the Romantic era thanks to _____ his groundbreaking pieces.
6. _____ Mount K2 is part of _____ Karakoram Range and is considered one of _____ toughest mountains in the world
for _____ mountaineer to climb.
7. One of _____ fictional cities in _____ book spreads over _____ hundreds of small islands in _____ lagoon on _____
southern end of _____ continent.
8. The invention of _____ smallpox vaccine by Edward Jenner marked _____ significant advance in the fight against
_____ contagious illness, providing _____ more effective and accessible means of _____ prevention.

D) Circle the correct word or phrase.
1. Students need to have enough / several patience and determination to overcome challenges and obstacles in their
academic journey.
2. No / Every citizen should have the same basic rights and equal opportunities, regardless of their race, gender, or
socioeconomic status.
3. Plenty of / None of the documents have been digitised and are now readily accessible through online platforms.
4. Forecasting accurate weather conditions relies on analysing a great deal of / a great number of atmospheric data,
such as temperature, humidity, wind patterns, and air pressure.
5. Any / Neither leafy vegetable is packed with essential nutrients such as vitamins A, C, and K, as well as minerals like
iron and calcium.
6. The team had much / little time to prepare for the upcoming competition, so they had to quickly come up with a
strategy and assign tasks to each team member.
7. A majority of / A little of the students participated actively in the school event and showcased their talents in various
performances.
8. Only a little / a few of the participants were able to solve the challenging puzzle within the given time limit.

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