IELTS 4

In the name of God

1. Match the words to the definitions. (7)

Authentic let, allow

Infant working together

Immigrants a very young baby

Permit a proposed explanation in research projects

estimate a person who comes to live in another country

collaboration real or true

hypothesis to calculate

Fill in the gaps with the given words. (6)

Accommodation notions appearance intrigued crop rotation
inside surroundings fertilizer

1. Buildings look better if they are designed to fit in with their ……………………. .
2. The external …………………….. of a new building is very important to local people.
3. Tourists are ……………………………… by all the new sights and sounds of the host country.
4. Australians …………………………… of privacy mean that some areas are only discussed with
close friends.
5. Techniques such as ………………………improves soil quality and helps organic farmers.
6. Organic farming involves using natural ………………………… rather that man made chemicals.

Grammar
1. Change the verb to suit the sentence. (5)
Over the past century, scientist ……………….. (discover) a lot about our solar system.
The most popular city that people ……………… (visit) in 2017 was Rome.
He ……………….(be) capable of reading and writing since he was 4.
Solar power …………………..(can use) to heat and light our houses.
Children ………………….(affect) by the medias quite easily, therefore we need to take care
of them.
3. Fill the gaps with articles a / an / the / _ / . (3)
When you join …….. group on ………. Social networking site, you may be revealing more
than you want to. ………… experimental website has managed to identify …….. of people
who visited it by gathering ……….. information about ……… groups they belong to.
Choose the correct answer. (9)
If you are not careful, you may get into a lot of …………………………. (trouble/problem) financially.

Sixty-five ……………………… (percent / percentage) of overseas workers in Germany learn to speak

German.

Many students are attracted to this universitybecause it has the reputation of being the onewith the
…………………………(good) teachers.

I think this is the …………………… (complicated)language I have ever tried to study; I really don't know
if I'm making progress.

You'll find the film much …………………….. (funny) if you watch it in the original version.

Although pesticides protect plants, they can be………………..... (harm) to humans.

Our ……………………... (enjoy) of the meal was spoilt by the loud music in the restaurant.

I've done so much exercise at the gym that I'm ……………............ (total) exhausted.

Someone told me this soup was very …………………………… (taste), but I don't like the flavor.

Complete the sentences below with the expressions in the box.(5)

a/an many a few much amount of deal of few

number of plenty of little

Only a small …………………………….. consumers buy organic food.

I can't stand cooking in ………………………. dirty kitchen.

Everyone needs to spend a ……………………….....time relaxing.

At the end of the week, I don't have ............................money left to buy food.

You need to put a large ………………………… fertilizer on young plants.

Reading Comprehension. (10)

The Growing Popularity of Organic Food

At the supermarket these days, there is often a section or aisle that sells just organic
products. There are also many new stores opening up that specialize just in organic
fruits and vegetables. Organic food is becoming more and more popular these days
due to concerns about the safety of conventionally grown food. Organically grown
produce, though, is often more expensive to buy. Consumers need to understand why
something is labeled ‘organic’ in order to make the best choices when purchasing food
for themselves and their families.
Several factors contribute to this higher price. Though there are some small differences,
government agencies across the world agree on what qualifies a product as organic: such
products must be grown without chemical fertilizers or pesticides. Also, livestock, such as
cows, pigs, and chickens, must not be injected with artificial growth hormones or antibiotics.
These standards result in food that is generally healthier and tastier. Without harsh
pesticides and chemical fertilizers, crop plants produce more antioxidants and other
beneficial nutrients. The farmer, their families, and their communities also benefit from a
cleaner and safer environment. Fertilizer runoff is a major environmental problem and
affects places far away from farms. Their mass production also contributes to global
warming. Organic production techniques encourage environmental stewardship for the
Earth and long-term agricultural sustainability.
Those standards ensure a safe and nutritious supply of food from organic farms.
However, organic farming reduces crop yields per farm while increasing the labor
required. As a result, organic food is generally more expensive. The price difference may be
offset slightly in the future, as consumers ask for more organically grown produce and more
suppliers jump into the market to fill that demand. Many people, though, are willing to pay
that extra cost for organic food, given the health and environmental benefits.
Choose the correct letter, A, B, C, or D.

1 What is one disadvantage of organic food?

A No one knows their effect on people’s health and the environment.
B They often cost more than conventionally grown foods.
C Organic foods aren’t readily available.
D They don’t taste as good as other types of food.
 

2 Which of the following is a criterion for certification of organic food?

A It must have a minimum standard for taste and appearance.
B No artificial substances can be used in growing the food.
C Organic food must be grown in special areas.
D They must be sold at a special price in supermarkets.

 3 Who would most likely determine if something is considered organic?

A An individual farmer raising corn
B A consumer advocacy group
C Scientists doing agricultural research
D The Ministry of Agriculture

 4 What is one problem with conventional farming?

A Manufacturing fertilizer increases greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.
B The surplus of food grown is too large.
C The market for crops becomes imbalanced.
D Farmers can’t get enough supplies.
 

5 What is one benefit of growing organic food?

A There is more stability in food prices.
B People are able to eat more.
C Those who grow the food are healthier.
D The food supply is predictable.
Writing (5)

The chart below gives information on the global sale of hybrid vehicles (vehicles that use both fuel
and electricity) between 2006 and 2009.

Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons
where relevant.

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