Read the following passage to answer Questions 10 to 14We have been brought up to fear insects. We regard them as unnecessary creatures that do moreharm than good. Man continually wages war on them, for they contaminate his food, carry diseases ordevour his crops. They sting or bite without provocation, they fly uninvited into our rooms on summernights, or beat against our lighted windows. We live in dread not only of unpleasant insects likespiders or wasps, but of quite harmless ones like moths. Reading about them increases ourunderstanding without dispelling our fears. Knowing that the industrious ant lives in a highly organisedsociety does nothing to prevent us from being filled with revulsion when we find hordes of themcrawling over a carefully prepared picnic lunch. No matter how much we like honey, or how much wehave read about the uncanny sense of direction which bees possess, we have a horror of being stung.Most of our fears are unreasonable, but they are difficult to erase. At the same time, however, insectsare strangely fascinating.10. Find a word which means ‘large groups’.A. DevourB. ProvocationC. RevulsionD. Hordes11. Most of man’s fears of insects are?A. UnreasonableB. IllogicalC. ReasonableD. Logical12. Why does man continually wage war on insects?A. They contaminate his food.B. They carry diseases.C. They devour his crops.D. All of the aboveYear 8 – Reading Comprehension © James An College Page413. Insects as creatures are?A. ImportantB. NecessaryC. UnnecessaryD. Essential14. Our attitude towards insects is based on:A. LoveB. HatredC. FearD. Ignorance

Fireflies are the best insects. They do not bite or sting people. Fireflies eat nectar from plants. They glow at night and are easy to catch. People of all ages enjoy watching fireflies light up the summer nights.  Which statement from the passage best shows the author's point of view?*"Fireflies eat nectar from plants.""They do not bite or sting people.""Fireflies are the best insects.""They glow at night . . ."

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InsectsBy midsummer, biting insects like mosquitoes and fleas are out in full force in most parts of the United States. Unless you plan to stay inside, you will likely head to the store to load up on bug repellents. An excellent natural alternative to chemical bug repellents is the use of essential oils. Such oils, taken from natural substances, have been used for centuries for this purpose.Essential oils repel insects because they block their sense of smell, fooling them into thinking they should go elsewhere for their meal. For example, to get rid of ants around the house, put drops of peppermint oil across the ant paths. This confuses the insects' scent trails and makes it impossible for them to find food. Similarly, you can confuse biting insects by wearing essential oils on your skin that do not allow them to sniff you out.Oils that are strong smelling work best as bug repellents. Some of the most effective are peppermint, citronella, eucalyptus, and lavender. Applying a watered-down essential oil to the warmest exposed areas of your skin (backs of the knees, behind the ears, etc.) will discourage bugs from using your skin as a landing strip. However, make sure not to use sweet-smelling or perfume-like oils.14Select the correct answer.What is the main idea of the passage? A. Insects usually have a strong sense of smell. B. Insects can be repelled through natural products. C. Natural bug repellents usually have a strong smell. D. Sweet-smelling oils can attract bugs to your skin.

All-Natural Pest PreventionLee Washington1As the weather becomes warmer and people travel outside more often, daring pests creep indoors to explore kitchens and pantries. It is important to know that insects and mice can contribute to the spread of germs and diseases. At the very least, these pests can damage food supplies or cause itchy bug bites. From the largest mice to the tiniest fleas, these creatures can turn a peaceful home into a crawling nightmare!2Many people, however, hesitate to use commercial sprays near children and pets or in places where they store food. The harsh chemicals in these sprays can cause serious injuries if they aren’t used properly. Luckily, there is now another choice for people who want to avoid these dangerous chemicals. The experts at Growing Garden Supply are happy to help you discover all-natural ways of keeping these creatures outdoors, where they belong.3This week, pots of peppermint and lavender plants are on sale. These herbs not only let off fragrant scents, but they also can be used to keep pests out of your home. Place a pot of lavender in the kitchen to ward off mice and use mint as an all-purpose pest remover. The scent of crushed mint leaves is unpleasant for mice, ants, and fleas. Sprinkle a few along the edge of your home to discourage pests from entering. Happily, mint leaves are completely safe for humans to eat. Try some in a cup of tea, or use them to add flavor to baked goods.4After seeing the great results from the mint and lavender plants, why not start an entire garden of plants that are unappealing to pests? Growing Garden Supply has an excellent selection of bitter cucumber seeds and garlic bulbs. Slices of cucumbers and garlic can help chase away ugly roaches and mosquitoes, and the leftovers taste wonderful in summer salads and pasta dishes.5People who are eager for an immediate fix to their pest problems might prefer a liquid spray. Fortunately, we have many plant oils and spray bottles in stock! Some of these essential oils can be combined for an even greater effect. Remember, essential oils cannot be stored in plastic or metal for long periods—the oils will eat away at the container. Instead, check out Growing Garden Supply’s impressive collection of beautiful glass jars, available in a variety of shapes and sizes. This will solve all of your oil storage problems.6Once the house is free of pests, consider natural ways of keeping wildlife from attacking your garden and yard. Choosing the right plants to grow together can be a natural way of keeping hungry caterpillars and rabbits away. Ask our specially trained employees for more helpful suggestions on pest prevention both in and outside the home.Question 1Which best describes the point of view of the author in this passage?ResponsesA The author believes that essential oils are essentially a scam.The author believes that essential oils are essentially a scam.B The author believes that pests can be prevented using all natural methods.The author believes that pests can be prevented using all natural methods.C The author believes that all natural pest prevention is not as effective as chemical preventatives.The author believes that all natural pest prevention is not as effective as chemical preventatives.D The author believes that a mix of chemical and all-natural pest preventatives is most effective for garden care.The author believes that a mix of chemical and all-natural pest preventatives is most effective for garden care.Question 2Which two quotations from the passage best support the idea that all-natural pest preventatives can be effective?ResponsesA Happily, mint leaves are completely safe for humans to eat.Happily, mint leaves are completely safe for humans to eat.B This week, pots of peppermint and lavender plants are on sale.This week, pots of peppermint and lavender plants are on sale.C The scent of crushed mint leaves is unpleasant for mice, ants, and fleas.The scent of crushed mint leaves is unpleasant for mice, ants, and fleas.D People who are eager for an immediate fix to their pest problems might prefer a liquid spray.People who are eager for an immediate fix to their pest problems might prefer a liquid spray.E Place a pot of lavender in the kitchen to ward off mice and use mint as an all-purpose pest remover.

Read this excerpt:The chemical, which, by the way, cut down the number of mosquitoes exponentially, had the unfortunate side effect of killing off this little wasp I've got the scientific name for it somewhere in my report here, if you're interested that preyed on a type of caterpillar that in turn ate palm leaves.T. Coraghessan Boyle, "Top of the Food Chain"This excerpt from "Top of the Food Chain" is an example of which type of appeal?A.PathosB.UnreliableC.LogosD.Ethical