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Cutting Edge Pre-Intermediate Mid-course Test A

This test is designed to be done after Module 7 of the course.

GRAMMAR 1
Complete the gaps with the correct form of the verb in brackets.
e.g. I __’ve known___ (know) Samuel since I __was_______ (be) twelve.
Peter and Maria in their lovely home with baby Emilia – A People Magazine exclusive!

Maria Bertolucci and Peter Simone are this year’s golden couple. They (1) met (meet) two years
ago when Peter (2) appeared (appear) as Jone Jose in the film Conquistador, and Maria (3) was
(be) a singer and dancer in the same movie. They (4) have been married (be married) for
eighteen months now.

Yesterday I (5) visited (visit) them in their new home in Tuscany, Italy. They (6) have been
living (live) in their house for only two months but already it (7) have felt like (feel like) a
family home. And Maria (8) just have had (just / have) her first baby, Emilia, who (9) was born
(be born) only one month ago.

‘I’m the happiest woman alive,’ says twenty-three-year old Maria. ‘I (10) have (have) a
wonderful husband, a beautiful baby and now this fantastic house. Peter (11) had been married
(be married) twice before meeting Maria. Is he worried about the future?
‘No. This is the real thing. I (12) want (want) to stay with Maria for the rest of our lives and we
(13) are planning (plan) to have a big family. Next month we (14) will be making (make) a new
bedroom for Emilia and next year we (15) are looking forward (look forward) to working
together in another film.

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GRAMMAR 2
Choose the correct answer.
e.g. _c___ swimming?

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 a) Would you like b) Are you like c) Do you like

1 In the UK you _____ drive on the left.

a) should b) have to c) don’t have to

2 We _____ in a hotel in Beirut this week.

a) live b) are living c) staying

3 _____ a beard?

a) Has he got b) Has he c) Does he wear

4 I saw Mr. Lennard _____

a) ten minutes b) already c) ten minutes ago

5 A: What _____ ? B: He’s very kind.

a) does he like? b) ’s he like? c) does he look like?

6 Angela _____ get up at 7 because her work starts at 8.

a) has to b) should c) doesn’t have to

7 _____ see the menu?

a) Do you like to b) Would you like c) Would you like to

8 I _____ that film.

a) already saw b) saw already c) ‘ve already seen

9 Children under 5 _____ pay. They can visit the museum for free.

a) don’t have to b) mustn’t c) shouldn’t

10 _____ hot in July?

a) The weather will be b) Will it be c) Does it

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VOCABULARY 3
Write the correct word.
e.g. I don’t colour my hair. This is my n_atural______ colour.

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1 When he was only 16 he started his own business.

2 He hasn’t got a beard. He’s clean-shaven.

3 My brother’s much braver than me. I’m afraid of everything!

4 When did you first appear on television?

5 I was depressed because I didn’t get an A grade for my exam.

6 You needn’t wear a suit. We’re all very casual in this office.

7 The best of luck for your operation. When is it?

8 Last night I dreamt that I lost all my teeth!

9 Emma gets very bored because her lessons are too easy for her.

10 Don’t be so irritated . We’ve only waited for 5 minutes so far.

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VOCABULARY 4
Write the correct preposition from the box in 1 – 10

for / to / up / round / at / for / on / up / off / from / in

e.g. What’s __for_____ dinner?

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1 We usually stay up late on Saturdays.

2 Your watch is very similar to mine.

3 I asked my boss for a day off next week.

4 We took the exam in June.

5 You’re very different from your brother.

6 What did you do at the weekend?

7 My birthday’s on 24th February.

8 Look up ‘sophisticated’ in the dictionary.

9 Let’s look round the cathedral.

10 Hurry up! You’ll be late for work!

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READING 5
Read the advertisements for holidays and answer questions 1 – 4.

1 Which is the longest holiday? A B C

2 Which is the shortest holiday? A B C

3 Which holiday is on a boat? A B C

4 Which holiday flight goes from Stansted Airport? A B C

10 Day Tour of Traditional China

Come on a fantastic journey through China from the capital city of Beijing to the town of
Shangri-La, in the south, high in the mountains. In this fast-changing country, you will see the
modern and traditional sides of China.

Day 1 Flight from London, Gatwick to Beijing.

Day 2-3 Beijing. Travel around China’s capital, visiting the Forbidden City, the Temple
of Heaven and Tianamen Square.
Day 5 – 5 Jinshangling. Visit the Great Wall.
Day 6 – 8 Lijiang. Visit the old wooden shop houses, canals and the Black Dragon Pool
with views of Jade Dragon Snowy Mountain.
Day 9 – 10 Shangri-La. Visit this ancient town, famous in books and films.

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Day 11 Beijing.
Day 12 Flight from Beijing to London

From £1200
Departure Date:
15 May £1200
19 July £1340
26 Sep £1280
25 Dec £1200
Price includes flights, hotels, all meals, UK airport taxes
Not included: Chinese visa, airport taxes in China
Call 0870 4928 504

Looking for Winter Sun? Come South for a month’s cruise

round Africa

28 days from £2000

Are you tired of the cold British weather? Leave it behind and come with us on the 5 star ship
Madagascar.
We make ten stops and visit Madeira, the Canary Islands, Senegal and the Gambia and Cape
Verde Islands.

The cabins have double-beds, air-conditioning, and bathrooms.

There are three restaurants serving a variety of food including Italian, Greek and Indian.
On board we have a swimming pool, a fitness centre, a cinema, a play centre for children, and
full internet facilities.
In the evening we have a range of entertainment including dancing, theatre and jazz and
classical music.

Dates:
20 Apr £2000
14 July £2500
8 Aug £2500

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Call 0870 930 5820

A Weekend in Marrakesh
Just a few hours flight away, Marrakesh in Morocco offers a completely different experience

Day 1: Fly from London Stansted to Marrakesh.

Day 2: Visit the historic sights including the Koutoubia Minaret, the Bahia Palace and
the Dar Si Said Palace museum of ceramics, jewellery and clothes. Spend time
in the markets and buy lamps, rugs and tables to take home.
Day 3: Spend the day exploring by yourself or if you want, you can visit the historic
Menara and Majorelle Gardens.
Day 4: Return to the UK.

Stay in the 4 star Hotel Morocco situated in a quiet area of the city with its own large gardens.
Two restaurants – tennis courts – swimming pool – 200 air-conditioned rooms – satellite TV.
3 nights from £420 The second and fourth weekend of each month.

0845 492 9938

Read the texts again and answer the questions (5 – 12) asked of a travel agent.

5 I want to be in China on 28th September. How much will it cost me? 1280
6 Do I have to pay for evening meals when I’m in China? No, you don’t.
7 Will I be able to see the Terracotta Warriors when I’m in China? Yes, you will be able
to see the Terracotta Warriors.
8 What is the accommodation like on the African cruise? It’s the cabin in the 5
star ship
9 Can I send emails during the cruise? Yes you can send
emails during the cruise
10 Do I have to go on the excursion to the Majorelle Gardens? If you want, you can
visit the Majorelle Gardens.
11 Is the Hotel Morocco is in a peaceful part of the city? Yes, it is.
12 I want to go to Marrakesh at the beginning of May. Is this possible? No, it is not possible
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WRITING 6
EITHER:
Write about a holiday with a lot of problems. It can be true or imaginary.
You could write about: the travelling, the accommodation, the weather, the nightlife, the people
or any other problems. (70 – 100 words)
OR:
Describe someone you know well. This person could be a friend or a relative or someone
you work with.
You could write about: their appearance, their personality, their job, their interests etc. (70 – 100
words)
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