Mandailing-Task

English for Young Learners

The moon shines down on the land of a remote village in Padang Bolak. The sound of howling coyotes was carried by the night breeze. Sampuraga looked up at the moon with an uneasy feeling.

His landlord's words three days ago made it difficult for him to close his eyes. “Still not sure, Raga?” asked Tondi, who faithfully accompanied Sampuraga. “I'm capable of migrating, what's the harm in just walking a long way?” replied Sampuraga.

Tondi sighed for a moment before speaking again, “But Raga, what about...” Before Tondi could continue, a woman with a frail body and bleached hair appeared from behind the door.

“Umak...” called Sampuraga. “Nape modom ho, amang? (Haven't you slept yet, son?)” asked the old woman approaching Sampuraga.

“Ahadei, amang?” she continued. Hearing the question, Sampuraga looked down.

“I cooked holat with your favorite pakkat but you didn't eat it. You have been sleeping late for the past three days. Tell me about it with Umak,” said the old woman. “Raga wants to migrate Umak,” said Sampuraga.

The request made Mrs. Sampuraga's blood boil, “Do you want to leave Umak?” Raga revealed his heart. “Raga wants to change our fate by going to Mandailing. Giot pasonang Umak do au so ke au marantau (I want to please my mother that's why I'm going overseas)” Sampuraga explained.

 

“Saotik peindaadong hu bayangkanmarsarak dot hu (Not even a little bit I imagine amang inda can hu pasonang ho (I apologize for not being able to make you happy),” said Mrs. Sampuraga softly. “Umak...” Sampuraga replied no less softly.

Sampuraga immediately knelt before his mother. “Thank you Umak! Raga promised to come back after he succeeded,” Sampuraga promised his mother. Tondi, who witnessed the emotional event in front of him, could not hold back his tears.

For days Sampuraga walked with Tondi through the wilderness and various villages. They finally arrived at a place called Pidoli, Mandailing. Sampuraga was mesmerized after seeing the prosperity and well-being in the Pidoli region.

“Raga, look!” pointed Tondi at a crowd. “Try approaching the merchant,” he continued. Raga took Tondi's advice by introducing himself and expressing his desire to work for the merchant.

The merchant granted Sampuraga's request. Thanks to the tenacity and honesty always taught by his mother, Sampuraga won the trust of his employer. After a long time, Sampuraga was asked to become the merchant's son-in-law.

“Since the beginning of our meeting, I have always believed that you are a diligent and good young man. I have never met a young man as good as you, would you like to be my son-in-law?” asked the master expressing his wish. “I would gladly marry your daughter,” Sampuraga said happily. “Soon I will be very rich!” said Sampuraga. Tondi, who heard this, was stunned because he caught the arrogant tone of his words.

The news of Sampuraga's marriage to a noble princess quickly spread throughout the country, including his mother who was unsure of the truth. She traveled step by step to reach the land of Pidoli in Mandailing.

Upon arriving in the land of Pidoli, the old woman was greeted by the sound of gondang sambilan, indicating a festive occasion. She was surprised to see a young man she recognized sitting side by side with a beautiful princess.

Sampuraga's mother broke through the front row of the crowd and shouted her son's name. “That's Umak's voice...” whispered Tondi, who was accompanying Sampuraga. “Ah, no way!” argued Sampuraga when he heard a familiar voice.

“Sampuraga, it's me, your umak, son!” exclaimed his mother. Tondi repeatedly reassured Sampuraga but Sampuraga was suddenly embarrassed and angry. “You ugly old woman! How dare you. My Umak has been dead for a long time!” said Sampuraga.

“How dare you Sampuraga! How dare you disown your umak,” his mother hissed. “Bow down Raga! Ro ma ho mangido maaf selagi mangolu umakmu (Come you son apologize while your mother lives),” ordered Tondi. However, Sampuraga called the guards to chase his mother away.

After leaving the party with tears in her eyes, Sampuraga's mother prayed, “God, if the young man is really Sampuraga then teach him a lesson. For the greatest sin is to disobey one's parents.”

The sky seemed to change suddenly until lightning struck each other. Rain fell heavily followed by the sound of thunder. All the invitees including Sampuraga and his wife tried to run for their lives. Unfortunately, the place sank in no time.

Sampuraga's party venue turned into a pool of extremely hot water. The locals believed that everything was the incarnation of Sampuraga's wedding party that was cursed. The local people then named the place as “Kolam Sampuraga”.

Vocabulary

English

Instructions: Add the correct suffix (-ive) to each base word to create a new word. Choose the word from the box that best completes each sentence.

  1. The movie was so ___________ that everyone in the theater was on the edge of their seats.

    • a) excite b) excitable c) excitive
  2. Sarah’s ___________ personality always brightens up the room.

    • a) posit b) positive c) positable
  3. The storm was ___________, with lightning flashing and thunder booming.

    • a) impress b) impressible c) impressive
  4. The news of the discovery spread quickly, causing ___________ excitement among scientists.

    • a) excite b) excitable c) excitant
  5. She gave an ___________ presentation, captivating the entire audience.

    • a) engage b) engrossive c) engaging
  6. His ___________ attitude toward his studies helped him achieve great success.

    • a) motivate b) motivative c) motivating
  7. The chef prepared a ___________ dish that left everyone at the dinner party speechless.

    • a) delight b) delightive c) delightful
  8. The ___________ debate between the two candidates made it difficult for voters to decide.

    • a) intense b) intensify c) intensative
  9. The ___________ story of the rescue touched the hearts of people around the world.

    • a) emotion b) emotive c) emotional
  10. His ___________ efforts to improve his community earned him the respect of everyone.
  • a) dedicate b) dedicative c) dedicated
  1. The ___________ melody of the song stayed with her long after it ended.
  • a) captivate b) captivative c) captivating
  1. The artist’s ___________ paintings were admired by art enthusiasts worldwide.
  • a) imagine b) imaginive c) imaginative
  1. The ___________ scent of the flowers filled the entire garden.
  • a) fragrance b) fragrant c) fragrative
  1. The ___________ nature of the experiment made it difficult to predict the outcome.
  • a) predict b) predictible c) unpredictable
  1. His ___________ personality made him a joy to be around.
  • a) cheer b) cheerful c) cheerive

Module E Vocabulary – List A Group 2

EFL-ESL

Group 2 Exercises 

General Information 

1. Fill in the English definition of each entry. 

Word Definitions approach (verb) 

can (verb) 

complicated (adjective) 

financial (adjective) 

flu (noun) 

frequent (adjective) 

past (adjective) 

personality (noun) 

personally (adverb) 

point of view (phrase) 

purpose (noun) 

seldom (adverb) 

sense (noun) 

unfortunately (adverb) 

unique (adjective) 

2. Fill in the Hebrew translation of each entry. 

Word Translation approach (verb) 

can (verb) 

complicated (adjective) 

financial (adjective) 

flu (noun) 

frequent (adjective) 

past (adjective) 

personality (noun) 

personally (adverb)

point of view (phrase) 

 

Word Translation 

purpose (noun) 

seldom (adverb) 

sense (noun) 

unfortunately (adverb) 

unique (adjective) 

3. Write at least one sentence with each entry. 

Word Example sentences 

approach (verb) 

can (verb) 

complicated (adjective) 

financial (adjective) 

flu (noun) 

frequent (adjective) 

past (adjective) 

personality (noun) 

personally (adverb) 

point of view (phrase) 

purpose (noun) 

seldom (adverb) 

sense (noun) 

unfortunately (adverb) 

unique (adjective) 

Reading Comprehension 

Read the following text and answer the questions following. 

In the past, Mark had a unique way of seeing the world. His personality was vibrant, and he often shared his point of view with anyone willing to listen. Personally, I found his perspectives enlightening, but others found them complicated. Mark seldom talked about his financial troubles, but everyone knew he struggled. He believed money was not the sole purpose of life, and he approached life with a deeper sense of meaning. He would frequently say, "You  can find happiness without being rich." However, unfortunately, Mark caught the flu last winter. His illness became a frequent topic of conversation among our friends. 

Despite the challenges, his approach to life remained steadfast, showing us that it's essential to stay true to oneself. 

Reading Comprehension Questions: 

1. How did Mark view the world in the past?  

a. With disdain.  

b. Indifferently.  

c. With a unique perspective.  

d. With confusion. 

2. How did the narrator feel about Mark's perspectives?  

a. They were boring.  

b. They were too easy.  

c. They were enlightening.  

d. They were too familiar. 

3. How often did Mark discuss his financial troubles?  

a. Always.  

b. Often.  

c. Rarely.  

d. Every day. 

4. What was Mark's belief regarding money?  

a. Money was the sole purpose of life.  

b. Money brought happiness.  

c. You couldn't be happy without money.  

d. You can find happiness without being rich.


 

5. What illness did Mark contract last winter?  

a. A cold.  

b. Pneumonia.  

c. Flu.  

d. COVID-19. 

6. After getting sick, what became a common topic among friends?  a. Mark's financial issues.  

b. Mark's unique perspectives.  

c. Mark's flu.  

d. Mark's past. 

7. What remained consistent about Mark despite his challenges?  a. His financial status.  

b. His complaints about money.  

c. His approach to life.  

d. His disdain for others. 

8. How did others find Mark's perspectives?  

a. Enlightening.  

b. Confusing.  

c. Complicated.  

d. Boring. 

9. What does the narrator personally feel about Mark's perspectives?  a. They are too familiar.  

b. They are enlightening.  

c. They are too complicated.  

d. They are common. 

10. What does Mark believe is not the sole purpose of life?  a. Fame.  

b. Achievements.  

c. Money.  

d. Happiness. 

Question 11: Give the text a title and explain your answer.


 

Matching Definitions 

Match 3 words to their definitions: 

Question 1:  

1. approach (verb) 

2. can (verb) a. To come near or closer to something or someone.  

3. complicated (adjective) b. Difficult to understand or analyse.  

4. financial (adjective) c. Related to money. 

5. flu (noun) 

6. frequent (adjective) 

Question 2:  

1. personality (noun) 

2. personally (adverb) a. A person's individual character or traits.  3. point of view (phrase) b. From a time before now.  

4. past (adjective) c. An individual's perspective or opinion. 5. purpose (noun) 

6. seldom (adverb) 

Question 3:  

1. sense (noun) 

2. unfortunately (adverb) a. One of a kind; not like any other.  

3. unique (adjective) b. A feeling or understanding about something.  

4. approach (verb) c. Illness that affects the nose, throat, and lungs. 

5. flu (noun) 

6. past (adjective) 

Question 4: 

1. financial (adjective) 

2. frequent (adjective) a. Happening often.  

3. complicated (adjective) b. The reason for which something is done.  4. purpose (noun) c. To be able to do something. 

5. sense (noun) 

6. can (verb) 

Question 5: Match 3 words to their definitions:  

1. personally (adverb) 

2. point of view (phrase) a. In one's own opinion.  

3. seldom (adverb) b. Not often; rarely.  

4. unique (adjective) c. In a way that is sad or disappointing. 

5. unfortunately (adverb) 

6. personality (noun)

 

Fill-In 

Fill in the sentences with the words from the word-group. 

1. Her vibrant ________ makes her popular among her peers. 

2. _______, the event had to be postponed due to rain. 

3. This math problem seems very ________. 

4. Each person's fingerprint is ________. 

5. We ________ see them these days as they've moved to another city. 

6. The primary ________ of the event is to raise funds for charity. 

7. The museum displayed artifacts from the ________ century. 

8. From my ________, the situation seems very different. 

9. Many people get the ________ vaccine during winter. 

10. The scientist will ________ the mysterious island tomorrow. 

11. Before making a big purchase, you should review your ______ situation. 

12. The ________ visits to the library made her more knowledgeable. 

13. I don't think I ________ do it without some extra help. 

14. I have a strong ________ that something good is about to happen. 

15. ________, I think that's the best decision. 

 

 

 

Preposition

English language

PREPOSITIONS PREP006

Complete the sentence with the correct preposition from the choices given.

1. We are very excited __________________ our trip to Spain next week. (AT, WITH, ABOUT, OVER)

2. I am very fond __________________ drinking green tea. (FOR, OF, ABOUT, AT)

3. Almost all politicians were involved __________________ the scandal. (IN, AT, WITH, FROM)

4. I am looking forward ______________ having a meeting with you next week. (WITH, AT, TO, FROM)

5. At the moment, she is recovering __________________ her injuries. (AT, OF, FROM, WITH)

6. I’m dreaming ________________ becoming a famous scientist one day (FOR, WITH, ABOUT, INTO)

7. My cousin is married __________________ a famous American (WITH, FOR, TO, FROM)

8. I am responsible __________________ training the new recruits. (AT, ABOUT, WITH, FOR)

9. Many people took advantage __________________ the low prices offered by the new shop (OF,

FOR, WITH, TO)

10.I was not quite satisfied __________________ the exam results. (AT, FOR, WITH, ABOUT)

11.The president was thankful __________________ everyone who helped in the campaign (TO,

WITH, FOR, AT)

12.Everyone in this town will benefit __________________ the new hospital (FROM, WITH, AT, INTO)

13.For two full days, the man was fighting __________________ his life. (UP,WITH, AT, FOR)

14.My dad shouted __________________ me because I didn’t do what he said (TO, AT, WITH,

TOWARDS)

15.She insisted __________________ helping me with the dishes. (ON, WITH, FOR, ABOUT)

16.Almost all car companies care __________________ the environment (FOR, AT, ABOUT,WITH)

17.Wearing a seat belt can protect you ____________ being killed in a car. (WITH, OF, ABOUT, FROM)

18.Ten people were killed when a bus collided __________________ a car (INTO, WITH, AT, TOWARDS)

19.The customers came to the shop to complain _____________ their service (ABOUT, AT, ON, FOR)

20.Our atmosphere consists __________________ oxygen, nitrogen and carbon dioxide (INTO, OF,

WITH, FOR)

21.We decided __________________ buying the new car. (AGAINST, WITH, AT, OF)

22.Many children depend __________________ their parents for money. (ON, AT, WITH, TO)

23.He graduated __________________ Oxford university (ON, FROM, OUT OF, WITH)

24.The advertising campaign resulted __________________ hundreds of new customers for the

company. (TO, FOR, UP, IN)

25.As a scientist, I specialize __________________ marine biology (AT, IN, FOR, WITH)

 

Story

English as a Second Language (ESL)

Once upon a time, Yuliia was at the airport, ready for her first flight.

She had her passport and boarding pass in hand and was excited about her adventure. As she was standing in line at security, she was thinking about her daily routine back home. She loved cooking, eating, and sleeping, but she was also enjoying reading and stretching to stay active.

After passing through security, Yuliia found her gate for departure. While she was waiting, she decided to order something from a nearby bakery.
The friendly waiter asked, "What can I get you?" Yuliia replied, "I can get a croissant and a coffee, please." The waiter smiled and said, "Anything else?" Yuliia shook her head and said, "Oh, no, thanks! That's it."
 

As Yuliia was enjoying her snack, she saw an announcement about a flight delay.

She thought, "Well, I have some extra time now." She decided to practice meditating to clear her mind.
She was also planning her upcoming trip, hoping to go hiking and explore new places.
 

Finally, it was time to board the flight. Yuliia settled into her seat, excited for the future adventures.

During the flight, she was stretching and reading a book she had with her.

As the plane arrived at her destination, she couldn't help but smile. She collected her luggage and headed to the baggage claim area.
 

After arriving, Yuliia decided to take a moment to make a wish. She was thinking about her goals and dreams and her wish to continue learning and practicing English.
She knew that just like taking care of a garden and collecting its fruits, her efforts in studying and practicing would give her  positive results.
 

As Yuliia went out of the terminal, she felt thankful for the journey and all the experiences she had collected on the way.

She knew that she could keep writing her adventures in her notebook and continue to grow, just like the stories she had gathered from this memorable trip.

Impact 2- unit 1- grammar 1

English as a Second Language (ESL)

Comparative Exercises

1. Fill in the blanks with the correct comparative/ Superlative form of the adjectives provided.

  1. My house is __________ (big) than yours.
  2. This book is __________ (interesting) than the one I read last week.
  3. Her dress is __________ (beautiful) than mine.
  4. The exam was __________ (difficult) than I expected.
  5. Mount Everest is the_________(high) mountain in the world.
  6. She is the __________ (intelligent) student in our class.
  7. This is the __________ (expensive) restaurant in town.
  8. Today is the __________ (cold) day of the year.
  9. John is (tall) _______ than Mike.
  10. This puzzle is (easy) _______ than the previous one.
  11. Winter is (cold) _______ than autumn.
  12. My car is (fast) _______ than yours.

2. Rewrite the sentences using the comparative/ Superlative form.

  1. John is (tall) _______ than Mike.
  2. This puzzle is (easy) _______ than the previous one.
  3. Winter is (cold) _______ than autumn.
  4. My car is (fast) _______ than yours.
  5. This hotel is __________ (expensive) than the one we stayed at last time.
  6. His explanation was __________ (clear) than hers.
  7. Their house is __________ (far) from the city center than ours.
  8. She feels __________ (happy) now that the project is finished.

3. Choose the correct comparative form to complete the sentences.

  1. This book is __________ (more interesting / interestinger) than that one.
  2. My dog is __________ (more friendly / friendlier) than my cat.
  3. The test was __________ (easier / more easier) than I thought.
  4. Jane is __________ (more talented / talenteder) than her sister.
  5. This is __________ (more beautiful / the most beautiful) painting in the gallery.
  6. He is __________ (more talented / the most talented) musician in the orchestra.
  7. January is usually __________ (the coldest / colder) month of the year in our region.
  8. That was __________ (the worst / worse) movie I’ve seen this year.

 

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