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Grade: 11th

Initial Test

1. Read the text below. Are the sentences -1-5 Right(A)or Wrong(B)? If there is not enough information to
answer Right(A) or Wrong(B), choose Doesn”t say (C).

The resort of Blackpool is famed for many things lioke the Blackpool Tower and Circus, the Pepsi Max Big One at the
Pleasure Beach and the historic tramway.Nevertheless it is the Festival of Light and the Blackpool Illumionanations
that are the town s biggest attraction. The Blackpoop Lights shine each year for sixty-six nights beginning in late
August or early September to early November. They light up six miles(10 km) of the promenade. It is a spectacular
scene; one which is enjoyed by young and old.The show stretches from Starr Gate at the sought end of the town to
Bispham in the north.

There are really many options for seeing the lights. You can, of course, drive yourself, however a commom mode of
transport to observe the Lights is by tram. You will discover that the illuminated trams shape part of the show and
give excursions that run the full span of the illumination. Another option is the Coach Tour where you can sit back
and have a fun –filled journey through the lights the with expert commentary behind the –scenes secrets and
informative facts ,all provided by your personal Illumination Guide. The Blackpool Illuminations are way more than
just a show of lights. You have to see it for yourself to truly understand the experience. There are indeed ,any
coloured lights but they are arranged in many different forms providing a regularly moving and varying show. You
will find some sections which are best observed on foot as they are made up of illuminated panels providing an
entertaining image show. There are also laser light shows that will no doubt amaze you. Some of the illumination
tell a story and even incorporate music and water fountains to provide the most impressive entertainment.

1 . Blackpool is famous for its parks.

A Right B Wrong C Doesn t say

2 . The festival of Lights is one of the Blackpool s main attractions.

A Right B Wrong C Doesn t say

3. The Blackpool Lights start to shine from early August

A Right B Wrong C Doesn t say

4 . A guide offers information on the Illuminatyion Coach Tour.

A Right B Wrong C Doesn t say

5 . All illuminations are accompanied by music

A Right B Wrong Doesn t say

(20points)
 2. Circle the correct answer:

1. Dabbie won’ t be able to understand the speakers……..there is an interpreter.

a) if b) if only c)unless d)provided

2. I would have cooked something special if I ……….you were coming.

a)know b)know c)have known d)had known

3. You should stop seeing Susan………..involved with her means trouble.

a) Living b)Having lived c)Getting d)Having got

4. I ………well go to the movies after work tonight.

a)could b)should c)shall d)might

5.We can’t just…..up at the party without an invitation.

a)go b)turn c)arrive d)reach

6. “I told Monica the truth about him.” “I’d rather you……!”

a)don’t b)hadn’t c)did d)do

7.We haven’t ………………a hotel room yet.

a)hired b)booked c)rented

8) As it was raining, Paul didn’t …..like walking home.

a) fancy b) wish c) want d) feel

9.They haven’t seen us………..we moved to Paris.

a)for b)when c)since

10.They threatened to sack him if he……change his attitude.

a) don’t b) doesn’t c)didn’t d)won’t

(30points)