Reading - Ready for the New Semester

Read the text and complete the activities below.

The summer holidays are over, and it is time to go back to school. For many students, this is a moment full of mixed feelings. Some are sad because they want to sleep late and play video games all day. However, others are excited to see their friends again. Going back to school means a new start, new classes, and sometimes even a new school building. It is normal to feel a little nervous before the first day.

Preparation is very important for a good start. Students usually go shopping with their parents to buy school supplies like notebooks, pens, and a new backpack. They also need to check if their school uniform fits. The night before classes start, it is a good idea to organize everything. Packing the bag and choosing clothes helps to save time in the morning. Getting a good night's sleep is also essential to wake up with energy.

On the first day, the school is noisy and busy. Students look for their classrooms and meet their new teachers. It is fun to talk to friends about their summer vacations and share stories. The teachers usually explain the rules and give the schedule for the semester. There are many subjects to study, like Math, History, and English. After a few days, everyone gets used to the new routine, and the nervousness disappears.

ACTIVITIES

Exercise 1: Multiple Choice

Choose the correct option according to the text.

1. How do some students feel about going back to school?
Select... a) Only happy and excited. b) Only sad and tired. c) A mix of sadness and excitement. d) Angry and confused.

2. Why are some students sad?
Select... a) Because they hate their friends. b) Because they want to continue their holiday routine. c) Because they don't have a uniform. d) Because the school is too far.

3. What is a good thing to do the night before school starts?
Select... a) Play video games all night. b) Go shopping for food. c) Organize the bag and choose clothes. d) Do homework from the previous year.

4. What happens on the first day of school?
Select... a) The school is very quiet. b) Students take final exams immediately. c) Teachers explain the rules and give the schedule. d) Students do not see their friends.

5. What happens after a few days?
Select... a) Students feel more nervous. b) Students get used to the routine. c) Students go back on vacation. d) Students forget their teachers' names.

Exercise 2: True, False, or Not Given

Decide if the statements are True, False, or Not Given (the information is not in the text).

1. All students are happy to go back to school.
Select... True False Not Given

2. Students usually buy new computers for the new semester.
Select... True False Not Given

3. Getting enough sleep helps students have energy for the first day.
Select... True False Not Given

4. Math and History are the only subjects students study.
Select... True False Not Given

5. The nervousness usually goes away after students adjust to the routine.
Select... True False Not Given

Exercise 3: Gap Fill

Complete the sentences with words from the box below.

supplies   •   schedule   •   uniform   •   nervous   •   routine

1. I need to buy some new school , like pencils and a ruler.

2. It is normal to feel before meeting a new teacher.

3. My school says I have English class on Mondays and Wednesdays.

4. In many schools, students must wear a specific .

5. Waking up early every day is part of the school .