level 2 unit 2 reading 2

Choose the main purpose of the Q Drum invention from the pairs of solution statements (a or b).

• cleans water and makes it safe for cooking and drinking

• makes it easier for people to transport water

Choose the main purpose of the Embrace infant warmer invention from the pairs of solution statements (a or b).

• regulates body temperature of low-birthweight babies

• measures body temperature and indicates when babies are cold

Choose the main purpose of the EarthEnable invention from the pairs of solution statements (a or b). a. makes cheap floors that protect people's health b. teaches people how to make their own concrete floors

• makes cheap floors that protect people's health

• teaches people how to make their own concrete floors

In developing countries, what is the traditional way of carrying water?

• in heavy containers on people's heads

• in plastic bags

• in wooden barrels

• in metal buckets

At what weight are babies considered low birthweight?

• less than 2.5 kilograms

• less than 3.0 kilograms

• less than 2.0 kilograms

• less than 1.5 kilograms

What is the EarthEnable floor made of?

• locally sourced clay, pebbles, and sand

• concrete and steel

• wood and nails

• plastic and rubber

Why did the writer of the passage use the "simple present tense"?

• it is easier

• past tense is hard

• it is all about facts

• go and ask him!

What is a synonym for the word "innovation"?

• Nova Kids

• aviation

• discovery

• invention

Some students are not exerting enough ....................... to improve their English skills.

• containers

• benefits

• effort

• innovations

Bringing a pen, notebook and the students' book are the ................in our class.

• basic necessities

• optional

• diseases

• containers