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English Olympiad Class VII Exam 2025

The document outlines the structure of a local English language competition for seventh-grade students in February 2025. It includes sections on verb tense usage, word formation, error identification, reading comprehension, and a creative writing prompt. The total score for the exam is 100 points, with a time limit of 120 minutes.

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English Olympiad Class VII Exam 2025

The document outlines the structure of a local English language competition for seventh-grade students in February 2025. It includes sections on verb tense usage, word formation, error identification, reading comprehension, and a creative writing prompt. The total score for the exam is 100 points, with a time limit of 120 minutes.

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OLIMPIADA NAȚIONALĂ DE LIMBA ENGLEZA

ETAPA LOCALA
FEBRUARIE 2025
CLASA A VII-A

SUBIECTUL A - USE OF ENGLISH – 50 POINTS

I. Read the following text and put the verbs in brackets in the correct tense.
(10x2p=20p)
Kevin 1) _____________ (love) trains. He first 2) _____________ (see) one when he was only
four years old and he 3) _____________ (think) it was great. Every week he 4) _____________
(go) to a different railway station to write down the number of every engine he sees. He 5)
_____________ (do) this since he was eight. By the time he was fifteen he 6) _____________
(collect) over 10.000 different engine numbers in various countries. Once, while he 7)
_____________ (stand) in a station in Cheshire he 8) _____________ (notice) a very old steam
train coming down the track. It 9) _____________ (not\stop), but Kevin stood on the platform,
glued to the spot and knew that he 10) _____________ (tell) his future children and
grandchildren about this unusual train.

II. Use the words in capitals to form a new word that fits in each space.
(5x2p=10p)
1. She is a real _______________. (IDEAL)
2. I am a _______________ in the power of good education. (BELIEF)
3. He is very _______________ and gets annoyed when he loses. (COMPETE)
4. They looked at their daughter _______________ when she told them about her success.
(ADMIRE)
5. I don`t really know, I’m quite _______________ about what to do. (SURE)

III. Each sentence contains a word that should not be there. Find it and write it
on the exam paper- (10x2p=20p)
1. I must ask to you some questions.
2. Mum told us do not to play football in the house.
3. Tina asked me that what I wanted to buy.
4. He said me that he`d be late.
5. I wonder why do they always argue.
6. You shouldn`t to have lied about that.
7. My brother has had to do the washing-up yesterday after dinner.
8. You needn`t to have brought a present for me.
9. Ann may be is studying in the library.

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10. I go for jogging in the park every evening.

SUBIECTUL B – READING COMPREHENSION 25 POINTS

a)Read the text below and match the paragraphs 1-5 to the headings A-F. There is one
extra heading you do not need to use ( 5x2p=10p)
A. Giving up
B. Racing days
C. Taking part
D. The challenge of the sport
E. Life in the club
F. Introduction to Hill running

How I spend my free time

Jay Portman describes his unusual hobby, hill running, and tells us why he enjoys it.

1)__________

Hill running is the sport of running up and down hills and mountains, through open countryside.
It’s not popular among my friends, but I love it. My dad took me and my brothers out running
when we were little, and then when I was about fifteen, I joined a hill running club, called the
York Merlins.

2)__________

There are some excellent runners in the club. When we do our practice runs, I’m always a long
way behind them. But that doesn’t bother me. They’re all really nice and often give me advice.
What I love is being outdoors and finding all these beautiful places I never knew were there.

3)__________

We race against other clubs at the weekends. In these races, runners are told where to finish,
but not how to get there. You need a good map and compass so you don’t get lost. Everyone
starts together at the beginning, but later in the race you often find yourself running alone.

4)__________

Anyone can enter these races – you just get there in the morning, pay your £5, and run. There
are no T-shirts or medals for the winners. The most you get is a piece of cake! Often there are
international hill running champions taking part, but they are just as friendly as everyone else.

5)__________

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That doesn’t mean it’s an easy sport. Last weekend I did a race in heavy rain and high winds,
and I was asking myself what I was doing out there. But I got to the end, and that was an
amazing feeling.

b) Read the text again and choose the correct answer A, B or C (5x3p=15points)

1 Jay’s first experience of hill running was with


A a club.
B some friends.
C his family.

2 How does Jay feel about the good runners in his club?
A He’d like to be as fast as them one day.
B He doesn’t mind that they are better than him.
C He thinks they should help slower runners improve.

3 What does Jay say is important in the races he enters?


A listening to the instructions
B staying close to other runners
C being able to find your way

4 What do we learn about the races from the fourth paragraph?


A They don’t have big prizes.
B They are only for local runners.
C They are free for some people to enter.

5 What does Jay say about the last race he did?


A The bad weather made it dangerous.
B He was very happy when he finished it.
C It wasn’t as difficult as some races he has done.

SUBIECTUL C – 25 POINTS

Write a story beginning like this:

It’s funny how you can be in the middle of something, and a completely random memory will
strike…

Write 120-150 words and give your story an appropriate title.

NOTA: Toate subiectele sunt obligatorii.


Total: 100 puncte
Timp de lucru: 120 de minute
Nu se acorda puncte din oficiu

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Kevin's trainspotting and Jay's hill running exemplify unconventional hobbies that deviate from mainstream interests. Both narratives highlight unique forms of personal fulfillment and community engagement through these activities. Kevin’s global collection of train numbers and Jay's participation in races without traditional prizes underscore a deeper intrinsic satisfaction detached from societal norms or material rewards .

The overarching theme of passion influencing lifestyle is reflected through Kevin's dedication to trainspotting and Jay's commitment to hill running. Both narratives showcase how passion drives individuals to engage deeply with their interests, shaping their weekly routines and long-term goals. Each person finds fulfillment and joy in their chosen pursuits, demonstrating how passion can significantly impact and define lifestyle choices .

Jay faces challenges such as navigating routes without detailed instructions and running in adverse weather conditions like rain and high winds. These challenges contrast with the typical perception of sports, which often focus on physical prowess over strategic skills like navigation. The mental resilience required in hill running differentiates it from other sports where physical endurance tends to be the primary challenge .

Hill runners face psychological challenges, such as questioning their motivation during difficult conditions. Jay recounts a race in heavy rain and high winds, where he questioned his presence there. Despite these challenges, overcoming them brings a significant sense of achievement and fulfillment, resulting in a rewarding experience at the race's conclusion .

The narrative format of a race experience provides an immersive look into the challenges faced in hill running, such as difficult weather conditions and self-doubt. Jay's personal account adds authenticity and relatability, helping readers understand the physical and mental demands of the sport. The narrative’s emotional depth highlights the unique satisfaction derived from overcoming such challenges .

The York Merlins hill running club provides a supportive environment that positively influences members like Jay. Despite being less experienced, Jay receives advice and encouragement from excellent runners in the club. This supportive atmosphere allows him to enjoy the outdoors and discover new places, which is a key motivator for his continued participation .

The simplicity and accessibility of hill running races contribute to their appeal by making them open to anyone willing to participate. Jay notes that with just a £5 entry fee and no requirement for medals or T-shirts, the races attract a diverse group, including international champions. This inclusivity fosters a friendly and non-competitive atmosphere that emphasizes personal achievement over material rewards .

Navigational skills are crucial in hill running races because runners are only given the endpoint of the race, not the route. Jay emphasizes the importance of a good map and compass to avoid getting lost, indicating that successful navigation is key to completing these races. This skill is perhaps as important as physical endurance in these events .

The story about Kevin uses various verb tenses to convey different time frames and aspects. Present simple ('love,' 'go') describes habitual actions, while past simple ('first saw,' 'thought,' 'noticed') informs events in the past. Present perfect ('has collected') shows actions completed over time up to the present. Present continuous ('is standing') indicates ongoing past actions, and the future perfect ('will tell') describes future actions related to past experiences .

Kevin's fascination with trains began when he first saw one at the age of four and thought it was great. Over time, this interest deepened as he started visiting different railway stations weekly to note engine numbers. By fifteen, he had collected over 10,000 engine numbers from various countries. An incident with a very old steam train further solidified his passion, with Kevin feeling it was an experience to share with his future generations .

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