2025 – Mdy,Ygn, Npw, Ayy

MATRICULATION EXAMINATION
DEPARTMENT OF MYANMAR EXAMINATIONS
ENGLISH Time Allowed: (3) Hours
WRITE YOUR ANSWERS IN THE ANSWER BOOKLET.
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS.

I. Complete the sentences with the appropriate words. The initial letters are given. (10 marks)
(1) After his death, his assets will be transferred to his c------ foundation.
(2) One of the most p---------- and economically significant states in Japan was impacted by
the earthquake.
(3) His heart burned with f---------- as a result of her words.
(4) To be employed at this level, one must have a degree as a p--------
(5) Zin Ko's face was filled with pure r---------- as he listened to the music.
(6) It is acknowledged that facial signs of aging can be caused by a history of illness, m-------
---, or poor personal hygiene.
(7) Our manager is n---------- for his wild behaviour.
(8) Many of us have been driven apart by the e---------- of social media networks.
(9) Environmental pollution is one of the negative aspects associated with i----------
(10) The police are investigating the m-------- deaths of children at the hospitals.

II. Choose the appropriate words or phrases to complete the sentences. (10 marks)
(1) Broccoli, cauliflower, and Brussels sprouts are rich in -----------content.
(A) nutrition (B) nutrient (C) nutritious
(2) Nothing really ever goes as planned. That's what makes life ----------
(A) excited (B) exciting (C) excitement
(3) This dress is still fashionable; and ----------, I'm wearing one right now.
(A) as a matter of fact (B) as a result of (C) to a certain extent
(4) (4) A brand-new car bought by his grandfather as a birthday gift would be a ---------- to
him, because he can't drive.
(A) grey matter (B) blue collar (C) white elephant
(5) Excellent students must ---------- the pace of technological change.
(A) put up with (B) come up with (C) keep up with
(6) He set the alarm clock for 5 o'clock ---------- be late for his flight.
(A) to (B) so as to (C) in order not to
(7) Coffee was one thing that ---------- me get through the morning.
(A) let (B) felt (C) helped
(8) Sandi goes to the gym and exercises three times a week; ---- she becomes slimmer and
slimmer.
(A)as a consequence (B) because of (C) owing to
(9) You can play in the living room ---------- you don't make a mess.
(A)unless (B) as long as (C) in case
(10) Mother lets the gardener ---------- early on Thursdays so he can visit his grandmother.
(A) leave (B) to leave (C) leaving

III. Rewrite the sentences according to the instructions given in brackets. (10 marks)
(1) Bagan is the most famous ancient city in Myanmar. We will visit there next summer. (Join
the sentences, using 'nouns in apposition'.)
(2) We do not believe him and neither does she. (Join the sentences, using ‘either...or’/
'neither...nor'.)
CFCs are released into the atmosphere. Moreover, air pollutants can cause many severe health
problems such as eye irritation, allergies, asthma and lung cancer.
(A) Write the correct word or words to complete each sentence. (5 marks)
(1) Natural events, such as wildfires and volcanic eruptions, lead to an ---------- in greenhouse
gases, which causes global temperatures to rise.
(2) As global temperatures increase, ---------- ice melts, causing sea levels to rise and flooding
coastal areas, which results in the loss of property and lives.
(3) Acid rain, another ---------- of air pollution, occurs when pollutants from traffic and
factories mix with water vapour in the atmosphere.
(4) The ozone layer, which protects the Earth from harmful ultraviolet rays, is being ----------
by pollutants such as CFCs.
(5) Air pollution is --------- by human activities such as fuel burning, logging, agriculture,
mining, manufacturing, and the construction of roads and buildings.

(B) Answer each question in one sentence. (5 marks)

(6) What causes acid rain, and what are its effects?
(7) What health problems can be caused by air pollutants?
(8) Name some human activities that contribute to air pollution.
(9) What environmental problems are caused by the increase in global temperature due to air
pollution?
(10) What causes ozone depletion?

VI. Read the passage.

Research indicates that sleep needs vary among individuals and age groups. Two factors that play
a major role in the amount required for productivity and happiness are basal sleep need and sleep
debt. Basal sleep need is the amount required for optimal performance and sleep debt is the
cumulative loss from poor habits or interruptions. Healthy adults generally need seven to eight
hours of sleep, though sleep debt may still cause fatigue. Lack of sleep can impair productivity,
memory, and health, potentially leading to diabetes, heart disease, and increased mortality.
Oversleeping's impact is often linked with depression and low socioeconomic status. To determine
personal sleep needs, you should (observe your own productivity and alertness and the feeling
after different amounts of sleep. There are a few things you can do to improve your quality of
sleep: (establishing a consistent sleep schedule, creating a relaxing bedtime routine, creating a
comfortable sleep environment, and avoiding electronics in bed. General sleep guidelines suggest
varying hours based on age: 12-18 for newborns, 14-15 for infants, 12-14 for toddlers, 11-13 for
preschoolers, 10-11 for school-aged children, 8.5- 9.25 for teens, and 7-9 for adults. Prioritizing
sleep can enhance mood and productivity.
(A) Find the bold-faced words in the passage that are similar in meaning to the following.
There is an extra. (5 marks)
(1) with the capacity to develop or happen in the future =
(2) acting or done in the same way over time, especially so as to be fair or accurate =
(3) best or most favourable =
(4) increasing or increased in quantity, degree, or force by successive additions =
(5) extremely tiredness resulting from mental or physical exertion or illness =
(B) Answer the following questions. Give complete answers. (10 marks)
(6) What are some consequences of not getting enough sleep?
(7) What are some factors that might also be linked with oversleeping?
(8) How can you determine how much sleep you need?
(9) What are some practical tips for improving sleep quality?
(10) Why is it important to make sleep a priority?
 2025 – Bago, Phyu, Taungngu
MATRICULATION EXAMINATION
DEPARTMENT OF MYANMAR EXAMINATIONS
ENGLISH Time Allowed: (3) Hours
WRITE YOUR ANSWERS IN THE ANSWER BOOKLET. ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS.

I. Complete the sentence with the appropriate words. The initial letters are given. (10 marks)
(1) In some cultures, b---------- after a meal is considered a compliment to the chef.
(2) Exams and deadlines are some of the most common s---------- factors for students.
(3) Doctors recommend p---------- medicine, like vaccines, to stop diseases before they
happen.
(4) It’s not always easy to c---------- with stress, but staying calm can help.
(5) The restaurant played slow, sad, s---------- music, creating a calm and emotional
atmosphere.
(6) Some phones and airports use f---------- recognition systems to check your identity.
(7) Ozone d---------- is a serious environmental issue that contributes to the increased
exposure to harmful UV rays.
(8) The destruction of rainforests has led to a severe loss of b----------, endangering many
species.
(9) The child is s---------- because their parents buy them everything they ask for.
(10) Good manners are essential in s---------- dealings to maintain healthy relationships.

II. Choose the appropriate words or phrases to complete the sentences. (10 marks)
(1) The teacher created a pleasant ---------- in the classroom, which encouraged students to
participate actively.
(A) environment (B) surrounding (C) atmosphere
(2) The local community showed great ---------- by donating clothes and food to those in
need.
(A) generous (B) generously (C) generosity
(3) The company is in the ----------; they’re looking for ways to cut costs.
(A) red (B) blue (C) black
(4) The ---------- of rural areas has led to the loss of traditional farming communities.
(A) deforestation (B) urbanization (C) industrialization
(5) She ---------- uncontrollably after walking in the freezing rain.
(A) shivering (B) moving (C) stirring
(6) Her cheeks ---------- by the fever made it clear that she wasn’t feeling well.
(A) flooded (B) flushed (C) varnished
(7) Hand gestures can have different meanings in diverse ---------- contexts, so be careful
when traveling abroad.
(A) traditional (B) educational (C) cultural
(8) I agree with your opinion ----------, but I think there are other factors to consider.
(A) to a certain extent (B) on top of that (C) all the way
(9) ---------- of the century, technology has advanced at an incredible pace.
(A) In the meanwhile (B) Since the turn (C) During
(10) Plays and poems ---------- by Shakespeare are not easy to understand.
(A) written (B) are written (C) wrote

III. Rewrite the sentences according to the instructions given in brackets. (10 marks)
(1) Although she is not a professional singer, she performs like a music icon. (Join the
sentences, using ‘as if/ as though’.)
shooting and I killed two, missed five, and started back pleased to have found a covey close to the
house and happy there were so many left to find on another day.

(A) Write the correct word or words to complete each sentence. (5 marks)
(1) The day was bright and cold, with sleet ---------- the ground after it froze.
(2) The bare trees, bushes, cut brush, grass, and ground were all coated with a ---------- of
ice.
(3) I fell hard twice, dropping my gun once, which ---------- away across the ice.
(4) ---------- on the ice-coated mounds of brush several times was necessary before they
would flush.
(5) While you were ---------- poised unsteadily on the icy, springy brush, they made the
shooting difficult.

(B) Answer each question in one sentence. (5 marks)

(6) What made walking difficult during the walk?
(7) Who accompanied the narrator on the walk?
(8) What happened when the narrator flushed a covey of quail?
(9) Why was shooting the quail challenging?
(10) How did the narrator feel at the end of the hunting trip? Why?

VI. Read the passage.

Globalization has significantly impacted the way we eat and view food. With the world becoming
more connected, dishes from different countries are now easily accessible in supermarkets and
restaurants. For instance, sushi, a Japanese delicacy, can be enjoyed in many parts of the world,
while Italian pizza has become a global favorite.
Globalization has also increased the availability of seasonal fruits and vegetables all year round.
However, there are concerns about its effects. Imported foods may be cheaper, but they often travel
long distances, which can harm the environment due to increased carbon emissions. Additionally,
traditional cuisines in some regions are being replaced by fast food, leading to health problems
like obesity.
On the positive side, globalization promotes cultural exchange through food. People can learn
about different cultures by trying their dishes. Despite the challenges, globalization has
transformed the way we experience food, making it more diverse and interconnected than ever
before.

(A) Find the bold-faced words in the passage that are similar in meaning to the following.
(5 marks)
(1) rare or difficult to obtain or ready for use =
(2) linked or connected with each other =
(3) easy to obtain or reach or fat =
(4) excessive body weight =
(5) a special or luxury food item =

(B) Answer the following questions. Give complete answers. (10 marks)
(6) Give two examples of food that have become globally popular.
(7) In what way has globalization increased the availability of fruits and vegetables?
(8) What happens when carbon emissions increase?
(9) Why are traditional cuisines being replaced by fast food in some regions?
(10) What is one positive effect of globalization on food? How?
 2025 – HlaingBwe, Kayin
MATRICULATION EXAMINATION
DEPARTMENT OF MYANMAR EXAMINATIONS
ENGLISH Time Allowed: (3) Hours
WRITE YOUR ANSWERS IN THE ANSWER BOOKLET.
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS.

I. Complete the sentences with the appropriate words. The initial letters are given. (10 marks)
(1) Love and relationships will always be a topic of u---------- interest.
(2) The increase in the number of young people leaving to work in the cities has had a dramatic
i----------.
(3) Nilar has just g---------- with first-class honours in Psychology.
(4) A good diet and plenty of exercise will help you to keep your body h----------.
(5) The Green Party have called for a substantial reduction in the e---------- of greenhouse
gases by the UK.
(6) Car exhaust is the main r---------- for the city’s pollution.
(7) You should take it as a compliment when you fall asleep in my company – it means you’re
r----------.
(8) The water supply is being tested for c----------, the presence of unwanted or dangerous
substances.
(9) Business people often think that fluency and c---------- are more important than grammar
when speaking.
(10) Linguistics embraces a d---------- range of subjects such as phonetics and stylistics.

II. Choose the appropriate words or phrases to complete the sentences. (10 marks)
(1) You should always ________ the opinions of other people.
(A) admire (B) respect (C) think
(2) He broke the vase by ________. He didn’t really mean to.
(A) accident (B) chance (C) fortune
(3) The ________ of the Antarctic will continue for the next decades.
(A) searching (B) discovery (C) exploration
(4) People are worried about the ________ created by the new factories near the river.
(A) smokes (B) pollution (C) toxic
(5) I was surprised to hear how many ________ of snakes there are all over the world.
(A) classes (B) species (C) varieties
(6) The flight ________ arrived at the airport by 6 p.m. tomorrow.
(A) has (B) will be (C) will have
(7) Many tropical plants and animals are ________ of becoming extinct over the next few
decades.
(A) on alert (B) at risk (C) in advance
(8) The policemen were ________ in securing the crime scene and not letting anyone
through.
(A) in charge (B) in favour of (C) in addition to
(9) According to the weather forecast, it ________ rain heavily tomorrow.
(A) may (B) shall (C) might
(10) I will complete my Chemistry project, ________, I will start working on the Maths
assignment.
(A) therefore (B) then (C) additionally
and it was necessary to jump on the ice-coated mounds of brush several times before they would
flush. Coming out while you were poised unsteadily on the icy, springy brush they made difficult
shooting and I killed two, missed five, and started back pleased to have found a covey close to the
house and happy there were so many left to find on another day.

(A) Write the correct word or words to complete each sentence. (5 marks)
(1) Ice ---------- the grass and ground to complete each sentence.
(2) The young Irish setter ---------- for walking up the road and along a frozen creek.
(3) The narrator once fell and ---------- his gun.
(4) When the narrator fell, his gun ---------- away over the ice.
(5) A covey of quail under a high clay bank ---------- brush and the narrator killed two of them.

(B) Answer each question in one sentence. (5 marks)

(6) Why do all the trees seem to be bare trees?
(7) Why were the narrator and the dog difficult to walk?
(8) How many birds were killed by the narrator?
(9) Why did the narrator miss so many birds?
(10) Why was the narrator pleased on the way to come back home?

VI. Read the passage.

A robot is a machine. But it is not just any machine. It is a special kind of machine. It is a machine
that moves. It follows instructions. The instructions come from a computer. Because it is a
machine, it does not make mistakes. And it does not get tired. And it never complains. Unless you
tell it to! Robots are all around us. Some robots are used to make things. For example, robots can
help make cars. Some robots are used to explore dangerous places. For example, robots can help
explore volcanoes. Some robots are used to clean things. These robots can help vacuum your
house. Some robots can even recognize words. They can be used to help answer telephone calls.
Some robots look like humans. But most robots do not. Most robots just look like machines.
Long ago, people imagined robots. Over 2,000 years ago, a famous poet imagined robots. The
poet’s name was Homer. His robots were made of gold. They cleaned things and they made things.
But they were not real. They were imaginary. Nobody was able to make a real robot. The first
real robot was made in 1961. It was called Unimate. It was used to help make cars. It looked like
a giant arm. In the future, we will have even more robots. They will do things that we can’t do. Or
they will do things that are too dangerous for us. Robots will help us fight fires. They will help us
fight wars. They will help us fight sick. They will help us discover things. They will help make
life better.

(A) Find the bold-faced words in the passage that are similar in meaning to the following.
There is an extra. (5 marks)
(1) fictional =
(2) different from normal =
(3) risky =
(4) fatigued =
(5) colossal =

(B) Answer the following questions. Give complete answers. (10 marks)
(6) What kind of machine is a robot?
(7) In which places can robots be used?
(8) When was the imaginary robot introduced?
(9) For what purpose was the first real robot made?
(10) How can future robots help to make life better?
 2025 – Bago, east
MATRICULATION EXAMINATION
DEPARTMENT OF MYANMAR EXAMINATIONS
ENGLISH Time Allowed: (3) Hours
WRITE YOUR ANSWERS IN THE ANSWER BOOKLET.
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS.

I. Complete the sentences with the appropriate words. The initial letters are given. (10 marks)
(1) It is claimed that watching violence on TV makes some children more a----------.
(2) During the drought, the villagers were urged to c---------- water.
(3) Grandma has been in bed with the flu for two weeks and now she is still a bit u---------- on
her feet.
(4) Since my little niece is a---------- to cats, she can’t keep one as a pet.
(5) What are your h----------? Mine includes reading, cooking, and gardening.
(6) Our company is going to install a piece of s---------- equipment at the entrance.
(7) When travelling on highways at night, it is not easy to drive and n---------- at the same time.
(8) A small snake s---------- away as a group of boys approached the bushes noisily.
(9) In this region, the custom of having a feast after harvesting has been practiced for a very
long time and it has become an i---------- one.
(10) These animals are mostly c---------- and remain underground during the day to avoid being
caught by predators.

II. Choose the appropriate words or phrases to complete the sentences. (10 marks)
(1) Some hackers may use our medical history to blackmail us or ________ us publicly.
(A) embarrass (B) embarrassed (C) embarrassing
(2) That group of representatives wanted to ________ a discussion on economics.
(A) initiate (B) introduce (C) innovate
(3) Social ________ can be an anxiety-filled experience for shy people.
(A) conversation (B) interaction (C) communication
(4) After graduation, we are certain that the knowledge we have ________ will enable us to
be successful in whatever field we may enter.
(A) required (B) inquired (C) acquired
(5) Nowadays, a lot of teenagers like to ________ at the shopping centre.
(A) hang out (B) hang on (C) hang in
(6) I’m sorry, I made you so angry. ________ it again.
(A) I won’t do (B) I’m not doing (C) I’m not going to do
(7) Tin Tin is the student ________ handwriting is the best in the class.
(A) who (B) whom (C) whose
(8) The number of wild birds in this area has decreased ________ modern farming practices.
(A) in order to (B) as a result of (C) as a consequence of
(9) If they ________ about the traffic jam, they wouldn’t have taken this route.
(A) know (B) have known (C) had known
(10) No matter ________ you are an expert swimmer or not, you should be careful at this
beach.
(A) whether (B) what (C) how

III. Rewrite the sentences according to the instructions given in brackets. (10 marks)
(1) Our neighbours are boring people. We rarely visit them. (Join the sentences, using
“so…that” / “such…that”.)
(2) Here are your shoes and they (just clean). (Use the correct tense of the verb in brackets.)
 (2) The underground water ---------- by chemical wastes.
(3) With fewer and fewer trees, the wind ---------- the soil.
(4) Noise is ---------- to physical and psychological well-being.
(5) Blood vessels constrict and the skin becomes ---------- in response to loud noise.
(B) Answer each question in one sentence. (5 marks)
(6) What are hazardous substances mentioned in the given passage?
(7) Why is the fertility of the earth’s soil being degraded gradually?
(8) Why does our planet lose millions of tons of topsoil each year?
(9) Give the common definition of ‘noise’.
(10) What are the primary sources of noise pollution?

VI. Read the passage.

Colour blindness or colour vision deficiency is a condition where you cannot see certain colours
in the usual way. Colour blindness does not cause any blindness or lack of vision. People who are
colour-blind will be confused about some colours and will not see some colours as brightly as
people with normal vision. The condition is usually inherited and is present from birth. However,
it can also happen later in life from damage to the brain or eyes. If you have the red-green colour
blindness, you will find it hard to tell reds from greens. Most red-green colour-blind people could
not know whether the piece of meat they have cooked is rare or well done and they are unlikely to
be able to distinguish between green and ripe tomatoes. Blue-yellow colour blindness is less
common than red-green colour blindness. If you have blue-yellow colour blindness, you will find
it hard to tell blues from yellows. Complete colour blindness is much less common than partial
colour blindness. If you have this, you cannot see any colours at all. Certain occupations are not
appropriate for people with colour vision deficiency and people with the condition may even be
prohibited from working in some environments. Some professional choices, especially some
typical jobs requiring colour vision, such as graphic designers, chemists and make-up artists, can
be negatively impacted by a colour blindness diagnosis. There is no cure for colour vision
deficiency passed down in families, but most people can adjust to it. Nowadays, there are special
glasses with tinted lenses that can help people see some colours better and mobile apps that can
help people identify colours are available at the markets.

(A) Find the bold-faced words in the passage that are similar in meaning to the following.
There is an extra. (5 marks)
(1) relating to work that needs special training or education =
(2) a judgement about what a particular illness is =
(3) derived genetically from one’s parents =
(4) recognise something and prove what that thing is =
(5) the state of not having enough of something =

(B) Answer the following questions. Give complete answers. (10 marks)
(6) What is colour blindness?
(7) Why are some people colour-blind since birth and some later in life?
(8) What are the different types of colour blindness?
(9) How does red-green colour blindness affect the daily life of a person?
(10) What is the main idea of the given passage?
 2025 - Myawaddy
MATRICULATION EXAMINATION
DEPARTMENT OF MYANMAR EXAMINATIONS
ENGLISH Time Allowed: (3) Hours
WRITE YOUR ANSWERS IN THE ANSWER BOOKLET.
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS.

I. Complete the sentences with the appropriate words. The initial letters are given. (10 marks)
(1) The headmaster’s speech at the assembly was so motivating that it i---------- the students
to participate in volunteer work.
(2) In some areas, hydroelectric dams use the energy of flowing water to g---------- electricity.
(3) A group of nanotechnologists who discovered the treatment of brain tumours made a r----
------ achievement in medical history.
(4) In a world full of deception, it is increasingly difficult to find truly t---------- people whom
we can completely rely on.
(5) As the teacher gave us a clear and l---------- explanation, we were able to solve similar
maths problems easily.
(6) The hotel is famous for offering a haven of peace and s---------- away from the noise of the
city.
(7) If you want to prepare a d---------- and nourishing meal, start by choosing wholesome
ingredients carefully selected for their flavour and nutritional value.
(8) The i---------- diamonds looked almost identical to the original one, but they were slightly
different in the fire, scintillation, and sparkle of the real gem.
(9) If you leave plastic wares in sunlight for long hours, it will lead to their d---------- and
become useless.
(10) P---------- is a serious respiratory infection that can cause severe symptoms such as a cough,
fever, chills, and shortness of breath.

II. Choose the appropriate words or phrases to complete the sentences. (10 marks)
(1) For many people these days, a mobile phone is no longer a luxury but a ----------.
(A) need (B) necessity (C) demand
(2) It ---------- me a long time to work out the solution to the problem.
(A) kept (B) lasted (C) took
(3) ABC Foundation is known for its ---------- efforts because it enhances health and increases
access to education and opportunities around the world.
(A) charitable (B) generous (C) strenuous
(4) In 1905, Einstein, whose findings are still used in scientific experiments, ---------- that time
and space are not independent of each other.
(A) believed (B) thought (C) proved
(5) We stood on the clifftop and got a spectacular ---------- of the landscape all around.
(A) display (B) view (C) outlook
(6) The teacher encourages the students to ask questions, ---------- simple or complex they may
be.
(A) no matter where (B) no matter how (C) no matter what
(7) It is said that music has beneficial effects ---------- a number of illnesses.
(A) for (B) from (C) on
(8) Yupar ---------- to the gym twice a week. Thus, being tired does not bother her unlike us.
(A) used to go (B) is used to going (C) is used to go
(9) ---------- difficult economic times, unemployment is getting higher day by day.
(A) Because (B) As (C) Due to
destructive to the natural environment. Much of the destruction of our environment would not have
taken place if the dangers of consuming fossil fuels had not been used. In recent years, a great deal
of attention has been paid to the dangers of consuming fossil fuels. In addition, the Earth is running
out of fossil fuels, which means that there is a need for alternative sources of energy for use on a
wide scale. Therefore, it is essential for us to use renewable energy instead of fossil fuels. Now,
the use of renewable energy is becoming more and more common worldwide.
(A) Write the correct word or words to complete each sentence. (5 marks)
(1) Fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and gas are our major ----------.
(2) We may have a ---------- in the amount of atmospheric carbon dioxide if we continue to
use fossil fuels.
(3) Much of our environment ---------- because we use fossil fuels without limits.
(4) In the place of ----------, we must use renewable energy.
(5) At present, people are using renewable energy as a ---------- practice.

(B) Answer each question in one sentence. (5 marks)

(6) According to the passage, what types of vehicles require energy sources to travel from
one place to another?
(7) How long have fossil fuels been burned for our use?
(8) What has been given a great deal of attention in recent years?
(9) Why do we need alternative sources of energy in our day-to-day life?
(10) To what extent do we need alternative sources of energy according to the passage?

VI. Read the passage.

Generally, people tend to stay happy throughout their life and they try every means to achieve that
goal. People who achieve happiness are more successful since their brains function significantly
better in a positive mood than in a negative, neutral or stressed state. And people who are happy
have stronger and closer relationships with friends and are viewed more positively by others. Thus,
there is a direct relation between the level of happiness that a person has and his achievements.
Obviously, more people are willing to communicate with a happy man than a melancholic one.
Being happy brings major benefits for a better lifestyle. The feelings of happiness in their bodies
reduce stress and improve their immune systems. Therefore, they feel more comfortable at work
and have sound sleep at night.
In today’s world, people have to struggle with their stressful lives and the number of people who
are not satisfied with their lives has been increasing year by year. Everyone pursues happiness but
different people have different targets – being a rich man, being a famous celebrity and being a
successful person. In fact, to be a happier man, one must have high self-esteem and self-control,
so he can get on well with others. As a result, the best way to lead life is to live in the moment.
(A) Find the bold-faced words in the passage that are similar in meaning to the following.
There is an extra. (5 marks)
(1) miserable =
(2) relaxed =
(3) pleased =
(4) good =
(5) doing in an enthusiastic way =
(B) Answer the following questions. Give complete answers. (10 marks)
(6) What do people do to be healthy? Why are happy people more successful in life?
(7) How is the level of happiness of a person associated to his success in life?
(8) Describe the physiological effects of being happy.
(9) What types of goals do people pursuing happiness have?
(10) According to the passage, what does the writer suggest? Do you agree with it, and why or
why not?
 2025 - Kayah
MATRICULATION EXAMINATIONS
DEPARTMENT OF MYANMAR EXAMINATIONS
ENGLISH Time Allowed: (3) Hours
WRITE YOUR ANSWERS IN THE ANSWER BOOKLET.
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS.

I. Complete the sentences with the appropriate words. The initial letters are given. (10 marks)
(1) If you work in communications and m----------, you will find the guide invaluable.
(2) A s---------- in communication and m can find the guide useful.
(3) My eldest brother is not b---------- with his new working arrangements.
(4) The terrible storm caused d---------- of many homes in this area.
(5) You use c---------- skills when giving and receiving different kinds of information.
(6) P---------- medicine can be taken to stay healthy.
(7) He is a c---------- and dedicated worker who will be an asset to your company.
(8) How the massive stones were brought here from 200 miles away remains a m----------.
(9) We all admire the c---------- with which our chef has prepared the beef.
(10) We often hear of d---------- being the cause of extremely serious accidents.

II. Choose the appropriate words or phrases to complete the sentences. (10 marks)
(1) The company is a global leader in purchasing energy to address climate change.
(A) recyclable (B) renewable (C) redundant
(2) He told a little as his excuse for missing the party.
(A) black (B) blue (C) white
(3) These bananas and papayas have been coloured. They should not be eaten.
(A) artificially (B) falsely (C) naturally
(4) He is a mechanic who can fix any car problem.
(A) professional (B) talented (C) busy
(5) The doctor offered me valuable on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
(A) advice (B) guidance (C) suggestion
(6) The teacher wanted to the students’ lesson.
(A) know (B) understand (C) learn
(7) We eat more vegetables for a balanced diet.
(A) should (B) whether (C) why
(8) We all saw the parade by our house yesterday.
(A) pass (B) passing (C) passed
(9) She was happy getting a promotion.
(A) because (B) because of (C) due to
(10) It wasn’t August that we finally moved into the new house.
(A) before (B) after (C) until

III. Rewrite the sentences according to the instructions given in brackets. (10 marks)
(1) The movie is being shown at Globe Theatre. It is also being shown at neighbourhood
theatres. (Join the sentences, using ‘both … and’)
(2) Ma Ma will attend the meeting. She will send a representative. (Join the sentences, using
‘either … or’ / ‘neither … nor’)
(3) Thu Zar painted the entire house green last month. (Change the sentence into the passive
voice)
(4) The beautiful scenery attracts tourists to the area. (Use ‘It is’ it was … that’)
(5) Mya excelled in her studies. She also participated in numerous extracurricular activities.
(Join the sentences, beginning with ‘Not only … but also’)
 (4) We express group identity by uniforms at school, in the army or in the police force.
(5) Black holes, black magic and black spirits are .
(B) Answer each question in one sentence. (5 marks)
(6) Why do you dress in your favourite sports team colours?
(7) What is one positive connotation of black?
(8) Why do flag colours vary from country to country?
(9) What is one negative connotation of black?
(10) What can you guess about a group of football fans waving their national flags at the
stadium?

VI. Read the passage.

One of the important aims in medicine is to enable the body to resist disease. Nature herself seeks
to do this, and, in a suitable environment of fresh air and congenial work, can maintain a healthy
body equal to combating many forms of infection. This immunity can be safeguarded by special
inoculation, as, for example, against diphtheria, the efficiency of which is demonstrated by the
low and still decreasing infant mortality figures in Britain for the disease. It should also be
remembered that the improvement in general health, through improved physical education and
personal and communal hygiene, contributes in no small measure to the body’s fitness and
adaptability to even a hostile environment.
An interesting example of possible reaction to disease is to be found in the attempt to exterminate
the rabbit pest. The Government purposely introduced myxomatosis, a disease usually fatal among
rabbits. In successive summers during recent years, epidemics of the disease have resulted in a
high mortality rate, and this has been welcomed by farmers in view of the fact that, although rabbits
were originally introduced into the Dominion by Europeans, they have now become so numerous
that the erection and maintenance of extensive wire-netting has been a serious economic problem.

(A) Find the bold-faced words in the passage that are similar in meaning to the following.
There are no extra. (5 marks)
(1) destroy completely =
(2) pleasant or agreeable =
(3) the act of building structural elements =
(4) capable of causing death =
(5) unfriendly or aggressive =

(B) Answer the following questions. Give complete answers. (10 marks)
(6) What does the nature seek to do, and how can it help us maintain a healthy body?
(7) What contributes to the body’s fitness and adaptability to a hostile environment, and
how?
(8) What disease was introduced into Australia, and why was it introduced?
(9) Who brought rabbits to Australia, and what was the consequence?
(10) What is the purpose of special inoculation, and what was its impact on British children
with diphtheria?

VI. (A) Complete the dialogue with the expressions given in the box. There is an extra. (5 marks)

anyone will mind I’ll set up the group That sounds like
How about going for a hike should we bring I love that suggestion

Yamin : You know, I’ve been thinking about our weekend plans. I really want to do something
fun and exciting.
 2025 - Pyay
MATRICULATION EXAMINATION
DEPARTMENT OF MYANMAR EXAMINATIONS
ENGLISH Time Allowed: (3) Hours
WRITE YOUR ANSWERS IN THE ANSWER BOOKLET.
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS.

I. Complete the sentences with the appropriate words. The initial letters are given. (10 marks)
(1) The Myeik Archipelago is renowned for its remarkable view of n---------- coral reefs and
vibrant schools of fish.
(2) The word ‘genius’ has c---------- of intelligence, skills, originality and creativity.
(3) Be careful of/taking this drug because it has s---------- effects in spite of its effectiveness.
(4) The path is cool, shady and dark even in summer with the o---------- branches of big trees.
(5) P---------- is important for students as being on time is also considered in their continuous
assessment.
(6) After a bone fracture was diagnosed with x-rays, the patient had u---------- surgery to repair
a broken bone.
(7) When you prepare food, you should use kitchen g---------- such as blenders, mixers, and
food processors to save time and energy.
(8) When he did not come to school on Monday, it was not because he was sick but because
he made a d---------- choice.
(9) Some students find examinations s----------, but others manage to stay calm and focused.
(10) In today’s world, the d---------- of fossil fuels is raising concerns about energy security and
climate change.

II. Choose the appropriate words or phrases to complete the sentences. (10 marks)
(1) Emotionally healthy people can ---------- life challenges and can even manage to bounce
back after having been defeated.
(A) face (B) enjoy (C) cope with
(2) The rise in the ---------- rate is an indicator of economic growth of a country.
(A) employment (B) unemployment (C) jobs
(3) The traffic regulations in Myanmar do not ---------- teenagers under 18 to drive cars.
(A) allow (B) let (C) permit
(4) Instead of joining the debate, she maintained ---------- and listened quietly.
(A) reticence (B) boldness (C) curiosity
(5) The company’s profits rose ---------- after the launch of their new product in the market
which is very different from the past.
(A) steadily (B) dramatically (C) temporarily
(6) LCD TVs ---------- popular in the early years of the 21st century.
(A) had become (B) become (C) became
(7) No matter ---------- times I have reminded you, you still make many mistakes in your essay.
(A) how many (B) when (C) what
(8) We ---------- write letters by hand before computer was invented.
(A) used to (B) would (C) could
(9) Marie Curie was a Polish-born French physicist ---------- discovered polonium and radium
in 1898.
(A) who (B) which (C) whose
(10) She trained herself every day ---------- break the record in the coming competition.
(A) so that (B) in order that (C) in order to
using light during the night as well as day. If we do not do something to combat pollution: a hazard
to our environment, we will all losers — with dire consequences to face.
V. (A) Write the correct word or words to complete each sentence. (5 marks)
(1) Light pollution can damage our vision, especially when it is too ---------- or ----------.
(2) Bright artificial night light can disrupt the ---------- of many nocturnal and crepuscular
creatures.
(3) One of the possible solutions to some environmental problems is that our use of fossil fuels
must ----------.
(4) Factories should be subject to ---------- to prevent them from polluting the environment.
(5) We need to protect forests to reduce the amount of ---------- in the atmosphere.

V. (B) Answer each question in one sentence. (5 marks)

(6) What is the ill effect of a bright light?
(7) Why is it important to promote the use of friendly energy sources?
(8) Where can we get reliable sources of energy?
(9) When should we be careful about using light?
(10) What will happen if we do not do something to combat pollution?

VI. Read the passage.

Advertisements are a core part of marketing since they significantly influence the shopping habits
of people. This is especially true with children, and marketing experts are becoming more and
more aware of this fact. Many television advertisements for children are short and fun, usually in
the form of imaginative cartoons. However, the problem is that many of the foodstuffs marketed
to children are the least nutritious ones. They contain more fat, salt, and sugar than healthier
options, and many packages include various types of incentives from toys, unique boxes to
interactive websites to attract children. Unfortunately, children do not think as critically as adults
when they see advertisements on television, and they do not realize that the advertisements are
meant to persuade them or their parents to spend money on the product or service.
These are the main reasons why many countries have strict restrictions on advertisements aimed
at children. Some countries ban such advertisements altogether, while other countries limit the
duration that they can appear on television or the products that can be displayed. Nevertheless, a
few countries argue that advertisements help children develop the ability to think before they buy
things when they grow up, and to know when they are being persuaded.

VI. (A) Find the bold-faced words in the passage that are similar in meaning to the following.
There is an extra. (5 marks)
(1) stringent =
(2) artistic =
(3) diverse =
(4) most important =
(5) conscious =

VI. (B) Answer the following questions. Give complete answers. (10 marks)
(6) Why are advertisements a core part of marketing? With whom are they especially popular?
(7) What are the characteristics of the advertisements on television targeted at children?
(8) What ingredients are included in the foodstuffs marketed to children? What incentives are
offered to children when they buy the products?
(9) In what way do many countries restrict the advertisements aimed at children?
(10) Do you agree with the argument about advertisements put forward by a few countries?
Why do you think so?
 2025 – ShweBo, Sgg
MATRICULATION EXAMINATION
DEPARTMENT OF MYANMAR EXAMINATIONS
ENGLISH Time Allowed: (3) HOURS
WRITE YOUR ANSWERS IN THE ANSWER BOOKLET.
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS.

I. Complete the sentences with the appropriate words. The initial letters are given. (10 marks)
(1) I don’t know them very well. We are just a----------.
(2) There are c---------- running through the forest but they dry up every summer.
(3) Grandma s---------- with her grandson when he was not selected for the football team.
(4) San San is an energetic young woman and she seems to have i---------- energy.
(5) The noisy traffic is continual a---------- to people living in the downtown area.
(6) It is reported that the funds raised by the local organization will help c----------
endangered species in the islands.
(7) During the ceremony, people pushed each other out of the way in their e---------- to get to
the front.
(8) The best thing about the location of our new house is its p---------- to the park and we can
go jogging every morning.
(9) Consumers usually use food labels j---------- to avoid some chemicals and ingredients.
(10) Due to her shyness and r---------- to talk with people, Mu Mu always spends time
watching TV at home.

II. Choose the appropriate words or phrases to complete the sentences. (10 marks)
(1) Ko Ko gets the job he wants since he is a very ---------- person.
(A) deliberate (B) determined (C) purposeful
(2) The kitchen was in a ---------- state when the maid left without doing the washing-up and
cleaning the dining table.
(A) disgust (B) disgusted (C) disgusting
(3) In the old days, we used to relieve the ---------- of long summer evenings by playing card
games.
(A) fatigue (B) tiredness (C) boredom
(4) With language barriers and ---------- differences, they need to find ways to work together.
(A) traditional (B) cultural (C) custom
(5) We don’t know how the old man ---------- these mischievous boys in the neighbourhood.
(A) comes up with (B) keeps up with (C) puts up with
(6) You’re carrying too much ---------- the door for you.
(A) I’m going to open (B) I’m opening (C) I’ll open
(7) No matter ---------- your age, you can lose weight by following this programme.
(A) how (B) when (C) what
(8) I usually make a wish ---------- I see a shooting star in the night sky.
(A) wherever (B) whenever (C) whatever
(9) My cousin ---------- on time for the interview if he had left the house at seven.
(A) will be (B) will have been (C) would have been
(10) He didn’t do what he had promised, and ----------, he disappointed everyone.
(A) as a consequence (B) so as to (C) as a result of

III. Rewrite the sentences according to the instructions given in brackets. (10 marks)
(1) The spicy chicken curry that the head chef cooked for the special guests was very
delicious.
(Omit the relative pronoun)
The ill effects of light pollution are many. For instance, light that is too bright can damage our
vision, so can insufficient light. A bright light has been found to cause sleep disorders such as sleep
deprivation, which in turn causes stress, headaches, and increasing anxiety. Bright artificial night
light has been found to upset the food-hunting pattern of many nocturnal and crepuscular creatures.

(A) Write the correct word or words to complete each sentence. (5 marks)
(1) Light pollution can happen when someone ---------- artificial outdoor light.
(2) In general, nocturnal bats and owls are ---------- during a few species of them are
crepuscular.
(3) Although most bats and owls are ---------- a few species of them are crepuscular.
(4) People can have sleep disorders due to ----------
(5) When you are ---------- of sleep, you can have headaches.
(B) Answer each question in one sentence. (5 marks)
(6) Mention the terms required to understand the impact of light pollution.
(7) What kind of people are diurnal?
(8) Why are moths crepuscular?
(9) According to the passage, what can damage your vision?
(10) What disturbs the food-hunting pattern of many nocturnal and crepuscular creatures?

VI. Read the passage.

We all have different beliefs about our abilities and these beliefs shape how we approach
challenges and failures. Some people have a growth mindset, which means they hold an internal
belief that their abilities and intelligence can be developed through dedication and hard work.
Others have a fixed mindset, which means they believe that their abilities are innate and cannot
be changed much. Those with a growth mindset tend to be more resilient and willing to take on
challenges, but they may be more prone to overestimating their abilities and taking on too much
at once. While a growth mindset is generally seen as more advantageous, there are also benefits to
having a fixed mindset. For example, those with a fixed mindset may be more comfortable with
routine and may be less prone to taking unnecessary risks. However, they may also be more likely
to hold themselves back from new experiences and opportunities. However, it is important to
recognise the limitations of a fixed mindset and embrace growth and change when necessary.
Ultimately, the key is to find a balance between two mindsets, embracing growth and learning
while also acknowledging one’s natural talents and abilities. Adopting a growth mindset can be
challenging, particularly for those who have spent much of their lives with a fixed mindset. It may
require a shift in the perspective and a willingness to take on challenges.

(A) Find the bold-faced words in the passage that are similar in meaning to the following.
There is an extra. (5 marks)
(1) likely to experience something unpleasant =
(2) a particular way of considering something =
(3) accept something enthusiastically =
(4) (of a quality) which you are born with =
(5) the willingness to give a lot of time and energy to something =
(B) Answer the following questions. Give complete answers. (10 marks)
(6) What kind of people have a growth mindset?
(7) What are the advantages and disadvantages of having a growth mindset?
(8) Mention the benefits and drawbacks of having a fixed mindset.
(9) How can people with a fixed mindset adopt a growth mindset?
(10) What is the main idea of the given passage?
 2025 – Tanintharyi, Magway
MATRICULATION EXAMINATION
DEPARTMENT OF MYANMAR EXAMINATIONS
ENGLISH Time Allowed: (3) Hours
WRITE YOUR ANSWERS IN THE ANSWER BOOKLET.
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS.

I. Complete the sentences with the appropriate words. The initial letters are given. (10 marks)
(1) Achieving personal goals can lead to a lasting sense of f---------- and happiness.
(2) To stay healthy, it is important to eat a b---------- diet with fruits, vegetables, and proteins.
(3) Facial r---------- is a technology that helps computers identify people by their faces.
(4) H---------- chemicals in pesticides can damage soil and affect the crops we eat.
(5) Before you can drive a car, you need to pass the test and get a driving l----------.
(6) Her g---------- in donating to the school fund helped improve facilities for students.
(7) After school, I like to s---------- the Internet to learn new things and watch videos.
(8) Passing the e---------- examination is a requirement for admission to the university.
(9) The hotel is located near the airport for the c---------- of travellers.
(10) Sleep d---------- can make it hard for students to focus in class.

II. Choose the appropriate words or phrases to complete the sentences. (10 marks)
(1) She is ---------- for organising the meeting for next week.
(A) comprehensible (B) knowledgeable (C) responsible
(2) She is ---------- of speaking in front of a large audience.
(A) bored (B) pleased (C) scared
(3) CO2 ---------- from cars and factories are causing serious environmental problems.
(A) chemicals (B) emissions (C) wastes
(4) Soil ---------- happens when wind or water removes the top layer of soil from the ground.
(A) contamination (B) erosion (C) pollution
(5) She doesn’t like her job, but she has to ---------- it because she needs the money.
(A) come up with (B) keep up with (C) put up with
(6) She studied hard ---------- fail the exam.
(A) in order not to (B) so that (C) to
(7) Think carefully ---------- you make a decision.
(A) after (B) before (C) since
(8) She always wakes up early ---------- her prayers before starting the day.
(A) ask (B) say (C) tell
(9) She ---------- a book when the phone rang.
(A) reads (B) is reading (C) was reading
(10) He is studying late because he ---------- finish his project by tomorrow.
(A) can (B) must (C) should

III. Rewrite the sentences according to the instructions given in brackets. (10 marks)
(1) She didn’t check the map, so she got lost. (Use the third conditional.)
(2) The students are organising a cultural festival at the moment. (Change the sentence into
the passive voice.)
(3) Mya Hninisi wrote a best-selling novel. She was a famous writer. (Join the sentences, using
nouns in apposition.)
(4) She (write) a report all morning. (Use the correct tense of the verb given in brackets.)
(5) She said to Hla Hla, “I am meeting you at the café tomorrow.” (Change the sentence into
the reported speech.)
(6) She is very young. She cannot drive a car. (Join the sentences, using ‘too…to/enough…to’.)
V. (B) Answer each question in one sentence. (5 marks)
(6) What kind of people will you encounter in your school or workplace?
(7) Why does the author suggest not judging yourself against others?
(8) What emotions are suggested as a substitute for envy?
(9) When are you likely to experience fatigue and muscle tension?
(10) What are the benefits of feeling happy and calm?

VI. Read the passage.

Recycling is an important part of taking care of our planet. New innovations are making it easier.
Today, some companies are now using robots to sort waste. These robots can work faster and more
accurately than humans and separate different types of materials, like plastic, glass, and metal.
Another innovation is the use of chemical recycling. Traditional recycling methods often cannot
handle mixed or dirty plastics. Chemical recycling breaks down plastics into their basic parts. It
helps to recycle materials that were previously considered non-recyclable.
Furthermore, there are new ways to recycle food waste. Some places are turning food scraps into
energy. This process is called anaerobic digestion. It involves breaking down food waste in a
sealed tank, producing biogas. Biogas can be used for electricity, heating, or fuelling vehicles.
Innovations in recycling are not limited to just technology. Many communities are also improving
their recycling programmes. They are educating people about recycling and providing better
facilities. This makes it easier for everyone to participate, helps reduce waste, and protects our
environment. In conclusion, recycling innovations are making a big difference. They improve
efficiency and make it easier to recycle more types of materials. These advancements prove that
with creativity and effort, we can find better ways to recycle.

VI. (A) Find the bold-faced words in the passage that are similar in meaning to the following.
There is an extra. (5 marks)
(1) equipment or services provided for a particular purpose =
(2) precisely =
(3) developments =
(4) oxygen-free =
(5) leftovers =

VI. (B) Answer the following questions. Give complete answers. (10 marks)
(6) What advantages do robots have over humans in sorting waste?
(7) What is the purpose of chemical recycling, and why is it significant?
(8) How does anaerobic digestion work, and what does it produce?
(9) Why do some communities focus on educating people and improving recycling facilities?
(10) How are recycling innovations making a big difference?