Certainly! Below is a sample diagnostic test designed for English enrichment and remedial purposes. This test assesses reading comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, and writing skills. It's suitable for students who may need additional support or enrichment in their English language learning. The test includes various sections to evaluate different aspects of English proficiency.
English Diagnostic Test
Name: ____________________ Date: ___________
Instructions: Please read each section carefully and answer all questions to the best of your ability.
Section 1: Vocabulary (10 points)
Choose the word that best completes each sentence.
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The teacher asked the students to be __________ during the quiz. a) noisy
b) quiet
c) loud
d) funny -
The movie was so __________ that I couldn't stop laughing. a) boring
b) thrilling
c) expensive
d) sad -
She decided to __________ her friend with a surprise party. a) confuse
b) celebrate
c) disappoint
d) ignore
Answers:
Section 2: Grammar (15 points)
Choose the correct form of the verb to complete each sentence.
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She __________ (go) to the library every Saturday. a) go
b) goes
c) going
d) gone -
They __________ (not finish) their homework yet. a) didn’t finish
b) don’t finish
c) not finished
d) haven’t finished -
If I __________ (be) you, I would study harder. a) am
b) were
c) was
d) be
Answers:
4. ___
5. ___
6. ___
Section 3: Reading Comprehension (20 points)
Read the following passage and answer the questions below.
Passage:
Once upon a time, in a small village, there was a wise old man known for his clever sayings. One day, a young boy approached him, frustrated with his studies. “No matter how hard I try, I can’t learn!” he exclaimed. The old man smiled and said, “Learning is like planting a seed; it takes time to grow.” The boy thought for a moment and realized he needed patience.
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What did the wise old man compare learning to?
Answer: _______________ -
What was the boy’s initial attitude towards learning?
Answer: _______________ -
What lesson did the boy learn from the old man?
Answer: _______________
Section 4: Writing (25 points)
Write a short paragraph (4-5 sentences) about a time you learned something new. Describe what you learned, how you learned it, and why it was important to you.
Response:
Section 5: Listening Comprehension (Optional for in-person tests)
For classrooms, play a short audio clip of a narrative or story. After listening, ask the students to answer questions related to the content:
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What was the main idea of the story?
Answer: _______________ -
Who were the main characters?
Answer: _______________
Total Points: 70
Scoring Guide:
- Vocabulary: 10 points
- Grammar: 15 points
- Reading Comprehension: 20 points
- Writing: 25 points
This test can be adapted or expanded based on specific student needs or intended assessment goals for English enrichment and remediation.