Тест. Контроль читання 8 клас (І семестр)

Test. Reading                                                                                                                              Form 8

Read the text.

What Is Bullying and How to Stop It?

Bullying is a very serious problem that exists in many countries around the world. The word bullying comes from the English word “bully,” which means a person who tries to hurt or control others. A bully often tries to make fun of younger and weaker people or make them feel afraid. This behavior can include hitting and insulting children, spreading lies, or laughing at someone’s mistakes. Bullying can happen anywhere — at school, at home, or even on the internet.

Bullying at school is the most common form. Some students laugh at others because of their clothes, grades, or appearance. Others may push or hit classmates, take their things, or say bad words to hurt them. A real student, however, should listen to and respect teachers, help younger people and each other, and never be cruel. Schools must teach children that kindness is stronger than fear. Teachers and parents should always notice when something wrong is happening and support in difficult times those who suffer.

But bullying can also happen in families. Bullying in the family or bullying of children, teachers, family members happens when someone uses power to control or humiliate another person. For example, some parents shout at their children all the time or punish them unfairly. Sometimes, older brothers or sisters act like bullies too, making fun of younger and weaker people at home. This kind of behavior hurts both sides and destroys trust. Every family should be built on love and respect, not on fear or pain.

The best way to stop bullying is to talk about it and to teach empathy. We should learn to support in difficult times those who are sad or alone. Teachers, parents, and students must work together to create a safe environment for everyone. If someone behaves badly, they should be punished and learn to change. But most of all, children should grow up knowing how to help younger people and each other, listen, understand, and care. When there is love and respect, there is no place for bullying.

1.  Say if the statement is true or false.

1.      The word bullying comes from a word that means “friendship.”

2.      A bully often makes fun of younger and weaker people.

3.      Bullying can happen only at school.

4.      Teachers and parents should support children in difficult times.

5.      Bullying in the family means love and understanding.

6.      The best way to stop bullying is to talk about it and teach empathy.

2.  Complete the sentences according to the text.

1.      Bullying is a very ________ problem that exists in many countries.

2.      A bully tries to ________ or control other people.

3.      Bullying at school often includes ________, ________, or saying bad words.

4.      Teachers and parents must ________ and help those who suffer.

5.      Bullying in the family happens when someone uses ________ to hurt another person.

6.      Every family should be built on ________ and ________.

3.  Read the article again and answer the questions.

1.      What does the word “bully” mean?

2.      Where can bullying happen?

3.      How do some students show bullying at school?

4.      What should real students do instead of bullying others?

5.      How can bullying appear in families?

6.      What is the best way to stop bullying according to the text?