Test 1 A: Use of English

TEST 1 A (Module 1)
NAME: ........................................................................................... DATE:...........................................
CLASS: ........................................................................................... MARK: –-----–--

100
(Time: 80 minutes)
Vocabulary & Grammar
A Fill in the missing word.
1 James can run much faster ................... Paul.

2 Sarah looks ................... her mother. They have the same dark hair and green eyes.
3 Tina works as a traffic ................... .
4 The red dress is not as expensive ................... the blue one.
5 Mark loves the ................... and bustle of the busy city.
6 Katie is ................... best student in the class.
7 I always ................... on weight during holidays.
8 Tom is jealous ................... his brother.
9 I can’t put ................... with his bad behaviour any more.
10 Where do they ................... from?
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B Circle the correct item.
1 She can’t get ............ the shock of crashing her car. 6 Mr Jones ............ on the phone at the moment.
A on B over C off A is talking B talks C talking
2 It is important for everyone to have a(n) ............ 7 Living in this town is great because there are a lot
lifestyle. of ............ facilities.
A healthy B modern C elegant A busy B local C congested
3 A good teacher is always ............ with students. 8 Do you mind ............ to the supermarket for me?
A confident B responsible C patient A go B going C to go
4 Claire is very ............ . She always tells the truth. 9 Most children enjoy ............ cartoons on TV.
A polite B honest C friendly A watching B to watch C watch
5 A good leader should be ............ and not get angry or 10 Frank is a very ............ person. He likes to look after
upset. people.
A sensitive B practical C calm A cheerful B careful C caring
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Test 1 A
Use of English
C Complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first. Use up to three words.
1 I prefer the city to the countryside. 4 I prefer watching comedies to watching thrillers.
I like the city .............................................................. I prefer ........................................................ comedies
the countryside. rather than watch thrillers.
2 There are only a few shops in the neighbourhood. 5 Lucy and her sister argue all the time.
There aren’t ................................................................ Lucy doesn’t ....................................................... with
in the neighbourhood. her sister.
3 No student in the class is as intelligent as Peter.
Peter is ....................................... student in the class.
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D Fill in the correct preposition.
1 You shouldn’t be rude ................ your teacher. 3 Are you familiar ................ this area?
2 Wendy is afraid ................ the dark. 4 David Beckham is famous ................ playing football.
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Communication
E Complete the exchanges.
a Pretty good d Don’t mention it

b I’d rather e See you tomorrow
c Take the first turning on your left
1 A: Goodbye! 4 A: Thank you very much for looking after my cat.

B: Bye! .................................................................. . B: .................................................................. .
2 A: Excuse me. How do I get to the post office? 5 A: Do you fancy going to the cinema tonight?
B: .......................................................................... . B: Not really. ................................................. go out
for a meal.
3 A: Hi there! How are you doing?
B: .............................................................. , thanks.
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Test 1 A
Listening
F You will hear a radio programme about Prague. For each question, put a tick (✓) in the correct box.
1 Visitors to Prague should not go 4 The tallest building in Prague is

A in winter. A a church.
B in summer. B a monument.
C during the Spring Festival. C a TV tower.
2 These days, Prague Castle is home to 5 The TV Tower in Zizkov does not have
A Czech kings. A an art gallery.
B Czech princes. B a viewing terrace.
C the president. C a restaurant.
3 You can see thirty sculptures 6 At Prague’s concert halls, you can listen to
A at Prague Castle. A jazz.
B on Charles Bridge. B classical music.
C in the Old Town Square. C alternative rock music.
Reading
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G Read and choose the correct word for each space.
What is Beauty?
Have you ever wondered what makes people beautiful? Why do we 1) ........ some people more attractive than
2) ........ ? They say that beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but is that really true?
According to research, the friends, employees and role models that we choose depends 3) ........ their facial
symmetry. That is, on how alike the 4) ........ sides of their face are. Scientists 5) ........ that human beings have
developed this characteristic in order 6) ........ make sure that the healthiest and smartest humans survive.
However, 7) ........ a more symmetrical face does not make one person better than another. Other human
characteristics, 8) ........ as being kind, generous, caring and thoughtful are all important 9) ........ the survival of
our species. It is therefore inaccurate, not to 10) ........ unfair, to ignore these traits in favour of physical beauty.
1 A think B find C believe D see

2 A other B another C each D others
3 A on B of C with D for
4 A both B each C two D either
5 A say B tell C ask D speak
6 A of B for C as D to
7 A having B has C have D had
8 A alike B such C so D like
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Test 1 A
Writing
H You received a letter from your friend in which he/she says that he/she is having trouble losing weight.
Write a reply giving your friend advice on how to get in shape (100-120 words). Use the plan below to
help you.
Dear ...................... ,
(Para 1) – express your sympathy - offer help
(Para 2) – give your advice (e.g. leave car at home / walk to work / eat fruit
and vegetables / less junk food / join fitness club / take up / sport)
(Para 3) – end your letter (e.g. hope / advice / help you / write soon)
Love,
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TEST 1 B (Module 1)
NAME: ........................................................................................... DATE:...........................................
CLASS: ........................................................................................... MARK: –-----–--

100
(Time: 80 minutes)

1 Tina doesn’t want to ................... on weight, so she’s on a diet.
2 Brian looks ................... his brother. They have the same blue eyes.
3 I prefer the quiet of the countryside to the ................... and bustle of the city.
4 The French restaurant in not as popular ................... the Italian one.
5 Joan is ................... tallest girl in the school.
6 Tony is rather jealous ................... Mark’s new car.
7 Jane can’t put up ................... the noise of the city, so she’s moving to the country.
8 John is much older ................... Peter.
9 “Do you ................... from the USA?” “No, I’m from Canada.”
10 Paul works as a ................... warden.
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1 Mr Brown is always ............ with his students. 7 Mum ............ TV at the moment.
A patient B responsible C confident A is watching B watches C watch
2 A(n) ............ diet includes lots of fruit and vegetables. 8 It’s taken Phil a long time to get ............ the flu.
A elegant B healthy C modern A on B over C off
3 Kate always tells the truth. She’s very ............ . 9 You need to be ............ to be a good manager and not
A polite B honest C responsible lose your temper.
A friendly B sensitive C calm
4 I live in a small town with a lot of ............ facilities.
A busy B congested C local 10 I can’t stand ............ two hours to work every day.
A drive B driving C to drive
5 I enjoy ............ more than anything else.
A shopping B to shop C shop
6 Paula looks after her brothers and sisters. She’s a very

............ person.
A careful B cheerful C caring ( Marks: –––-
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Test 1 B
Use of English
1 My brother and I are always arguing. 3 Sarah prefers cooking at home to eating at restaurants.
I don’t ........................................................................ Sarah prefers ................................................ at home
with my brother. rather than eat at restaurants.
2 Tom is one of the most reliable employees in the 4 I prefer Paris to Rome.
company. I like Paris ........................................................ Rome.
Very few employees in the company are .................... 5 There aren’t many restaurants in this town.
........................................................................... Tom. There are ............................. restaurants in this town.
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1 Mary is afraid ................ spiders. 3 Paul is always rude ................ people.
2 Alexander Graham Bell is famous ................ inventing 4 I’m not familiar ................ this place.
the telephone.
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Communication
a Don’t mention it d I’d rather

b See you later e Take the first turning on your right
c Not bad
1 A: Excuse me. Can you tell me how to get to the 4 A: Thank you very much for watering my plants.
bank? B: ......................................................................... .
B: ......................................................................... .
5 A: Hi! How are you?
2 A: Do you fancy going to a concert on Saturday? B: ............................................................. , thanks.
B: Not really. .............................. go to the cinema.
3 A: Goodbye!
B: Bye! ................................................................. .
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Test 1 B
Listening
F You will hear a radio programme about Prague. For each question, put a tick (✓) in the correct box.
1 Visitors to Prague should not go 4 The tallest building in Prague is

A during the Spring Festival. A a church.
B in winter. B a TV tower.
C in summer. C a monument.
2 These days, Prague Castle is home to 5 The TV Tower in Zizkov does not have
A the president. A a viewing terrace.
B Czech princes. B an art gallery.
C Czech kings. C a restaurant.
3 You can see thirty sculptures 6 At Prague’s concert halls, you can listen to
A in the Old Town Square. A classical music.
B at Prague Castle. B alternative rock music.
C on Charles Bridge. C jazz.
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12 )
Reading
Saying Goodbye to the Rat Race
A recent study has shown that people in Great Britain work harder than 1) ........ else in Europe with an average
working week of 44 hours. However, more and more Britons are deciding to 2) ........ the rat race in favour of a
3) ........ simpler life.
Research shows that many people are not happy in their jobs and do not enjoy the work they do. One in fourteen
British workers have already given 4) ........ high powered jobs in order 5) ........ take less stressful ones, and more
than half a million workers will 6) ........ them in the next three years.
Why are so many people searching 7) ........ the simple life all of a 8) ........ ? Well, it seems that the pressures of
work are greater than ever 9) ........ , and people are beginning to value free time more than a 10) ........ salary.
1 A anyone B someone C everything D no-one

2 A depart B leave C exit D go
3 A more B less C much D even
4 A off B on C down D up
5 A of B to C with D for
6 A join B add C connect D link
7 A of B in C for D with
8 A sudden B moment C minute D second
9 A yet B since C still D before
10 A tall B long C high D wide
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Test 1 B
Writing
H You saw the advertisement below in The Daily Star and you want to apply for the position. Write a letter
of application (100-120 words). Use the plan below to help you.
CHEF WANTED for busy French restaurant. Experience necessary. Must be

reliable and efficient. Knowledge of French preferred. Would suit a
creative, energetic person.
Contact: Ms Marsaud, PO Box 3492
Dear Ms Marsaud,
(Para 1) – reason for writing / position / where advertised
(Para 2) – age? qualifications? (e.g. speak fluent French) previous experience? (e.g.
work French restaurant / years) personal qualities? (e.g. creative, energetic,
reliable etc)
(Para 3) – closing remarks (e.g. hope / consider / me / for position / be / able / attend /
interview / any time
Yours sincerely,
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Dear Ms Marsaud,
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TEST 2 A (Module 2)
NAME: ........................................................................................... DATE:...........................................
CLASS: ........................................................................................... MARK: –-----–--

100
(Time: 80 minutes)
1 Jack and Judy have ................... working together for years.

2 I came ................... a very old painting in an antique shop last weekend.
3 I’ve always wanted to go to ................... United States of America.
4 While on holiday we went on a guided ................... of an ancient palace.
5 I am really fed ................... with this weather. I need a holiday in the sun.
6 David has ................... been to Paris. He knows the city very well.
7 My brother ................... his bike to school every morning.
8 I was having a shower ................... the phone rang so I couldn’t answer it.
9 Let’s get ................... this bus. It goes to the town centre.
10 I joined the gym in …………… to keep fit.
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1 Cats and dogs are ............ animals. 7 Ireland has a very mild ............ .
A wild B domestic C endangered A temperature B climate C weather
2 Some types of shark will become ............ if we don’t 8 Have you ............ been to the Italian restaurant on
protect them. Belm Street?
A extinct B dead C hunted A ever B yet C never
3 I’ve been living in my new flat in town ............ last 9 We ran ............ petrol on the way to the airport and
August. missed our flight.
A for B since C yet A into B over C out of
4 I ............ live in a small house in the country. 10 Tower Bridge is one of the most important ............ in
A am used to B would C used to London.
A landmarks B actions C facilities
5 Tina is very ............ because she lost her wedding ring.
A exhausted B pleased C upset
6 We managed to catch a …………… of the movie star

as she left her hotel last night.
A glimpse B look C sight
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Test 2 A
Use of English
1 There’s nothing I’d rather have than a vanilla ice cream 4 Brian is too young to join the senior rugby team.
on a hot day. Brian is not .................................................................
There’s nothing I like .................................................. to join the senior rugby team.
a vanilla ice cream on a hot day. 5 Sophia and Sonya started learning English seven years
2 It’s years since I last saw Benjamin. ago.
I ................................................... Benjamin for years. Sophia and Sonya .......................................................
3 This is the first time I’ve been here. English for seven years.
I ............................................................. here before.
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1 Larry always goes to school ................ foot. 3 I think this bag belongs ................ John.
2 The boat to Santorini was full so we had to go 4 He tied his dog up to prevent it ................ running
................ plane. away.
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Communication
a How wonderful d It’s excellent

b How dare you speak to me like that e What a shame
c Oh dear. I do apologise
1 A: How do you find the food? 4 A: Have you heard that Joan got fired?
B: ...........................................................................! B: .......................................................................... .
2 A: John and Mary are getting married next month! 5 A: Stop talking so much.
B: ...........................................................................! B: ...........................................................................?
3 A: Excuse me, but my soup is cold.

B: ...........................................................................!
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Test 2 A
Listening
F You will hear a radio interview about an environmental group. For each sentence, put a tick (✓) in the
correct box.
1 Dr Harris 4 So far, the group has

A created the group. A thrown a lot of rubbish away.
B is a student. B started a recycling campaign.
C is the leader of the group. C cleaned up the beach.
2 The students wanted to 5 The group wants to

A help bigger groups. A build a home for birds.
B help the local environment. B build a home for cats and dogs.
C help Dr Harris. C collect money to buy plants.
3 Some animals 6 Next week, the group

A need birds to live. A is holding a festival.
B are in danger. B is going to collect money.
C are a problem to wildlife. C is going to clean up the streets.
Reading
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G Read the holiday advertisement and decide if each statement (1-5) is true (T) or false (F).
Bloom Valley Lodge, Kenya

A Safari Holiday You’ll Remember Forever
Situated in the country near the Great Rift Valley with its volcanoes and lakes, Bloom Valley Lodge is only 30
minutes from Nairobi. Accommodation ranges from luxury suites to log-cabin style rooms and camping.
Come see all of Kenya’s beauty, from snow-capped mountains to savannah. Choose from a wide variety of
safaris, guided tours of coffee plantations, craft fairs, and traditional markets. You can even take a balloon safari
or try some 4x4 off-road driving.
We offer flight deals from London, Paris, Rome and Madrid to Nairobi and Mombassa all year round.
For more information call toll free at 1-800-543210
1 There are lakes and volcanoes near Bloom Valley Lodge. .....
2 All accommodation is very basic. .....
3 You can visit coffee plantations in Kenya. .....
4 Bloom Valley Lodge organises adventure activities. .....
5 Phone calls for information are free of charge. .....
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Test 2 A
Writing
H Your teacher has asked you to write a short story with the title: An Exciting Adventure (100-120 words).
Use the plan below to help you. Write about:
ñ where/when ñ what happened
ñ who with ñ how you felt
(Para 1) – when / where / main characters (e.g. last month - picnic - my friends & I)
(Para 2) – events in the order they happened
(e.g. get into car / car break down / arrive woods / start raining /
no blankets / see bear / terrified / bear go away)
(Para 3) – how you felt
(e.g. go back home - exhausted - exciting adventure)
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TEST 2 B (Module 2)
NAME: ........................................................................................... DATE:...........................................
CLASS: ........................................................................................... MARK: –-----–--

100
(Time: 80 minutes)

1 I was watching TV ................... my friends arrived.
2 It started to rain so we decided to get ................... the next bus.
3 My friend came ................... a very interesting article about birds in the newspaper.
4 ................... River Shannon runs through the west of Ireland.
5 I took a taxi in ................... to get to the concert on time.
6 My sister loves to ................... her bike in the park on Sundays.
7 My father has ................... been to Spain twice this year.
8 Uncle Jack was fed ................... with his old car so he bought a new one.
9 I have ................... collecting stamps since I was six years old.
10 My class is going on a guided ................... of the local museum tomorrow.
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1 We ran …………… milk and had to drink our coffee 6 Many species of fish have become ………….. because
black. of overfishing.
A over B into C out of A hunted B extinct C dead
2 The Eiffel Tower is one of the most interesting 7 I ………….. love ice cream when I was a child.
…………… in Paris. A would B am used to C used to
A actions B landmarks C facilities
8 We managed to catch a …………… of the Queen as
3 Greece has a very pleasant …………… . she rode past in her carriage.
A climate B temperature C weather A sight B glimpse C look
4 Dogs and cats are …………… animals. 9 Have you ………….. eaten frogs legs? They’re delicious.
A endangered B wild C domestic A ever B never C yet
5 My friend Judy has been staying with me …………… 10 Sue was terribly …………… because she crashed her
September. friend’s car.
A since B for C yet A pleased B exhausted C upset
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Test 2 B
Use of English
1 My brothers started learning the guitar two years ago. 4 This is the first time my uncle Bob has been to my
My brothers ............................................................... house.
the guitar for two years. My uncle Bob .............................................................
2 There’s nothing I’d rather do than lie on the beach in to my house before.
the summer. 5 It’s months since I last went to the cinema.
There’s nothing I like ................................................... I .................................................................................
lying on the beach in the summer. to the cinema for months.
3 I am too short to reach the top shelf in the kitchen.
I am not .....................................................................
to reach the top shelf in the kitchen.
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1 Who does this coat belong ................ ? 3 I had to close all the doors and windows to prevent the
2 I missed the bus and had to go all the way home bird ................ flying away.
................ foot. 4 I simply love travelling ................ plane.
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Communication
a Oh dear. I do apologise d What a shame

b How wonderful e How dare you speak to me like that
c It’s excellent
1 A: Sheila won first prize for her painting. 4 A: Excuse me, but this knife is dirty.
B: ...........................................................................! B: ...........................................................................!
2 A: How do you find the service here? 5 A: James failed his driving test.
B: ...........................................................................! B: ...........................................................................!
3 A: Take your bags and leave!

B: ...........................................................................?
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Test 2 B
Listening
F You will hear a radio interview about an environmental group. For each sentence, put a tick (✓) in the
correct box.
1 Dr Harris 4 So far, the group has

A is a student. A started a recycling campaign.
B is the leader of the group. B cleaned up the beach.
C created the group. C thrown a lot of rubbish away.
2 The students wanted to 5 The group wants to

A help Dr Harris. A collect money to buy plants.
B help bigger groups. B build a home for birds.
C help the local environment. C build a home for cats and dogs.
3 Some animals 6 Next week, the group

A need birds to live. A is going to collect money.
B are a problem to wildlife. B is holding a festival.
C are in danger. C is going to clean up the streets.
Reading
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G Read the holiday advertisement and decide if each statement (1-5) is true (T) or false (F).
Crocodile Valley Zoo
Crocodile Valley Zoo, located in 25 acres of Greenway National Park, is the country’s largest zoo. The zoo
exhibits a diverse collection of wild and exotic animals including polar bears, leopards, giraffes, rhinoceroses,
and elephants. Children can feed and even play with some of the animals.
Crocodile Valley Zoo helps the environment by protecting endangered species and by teaching children how to
save the world’s wildlife.
The zoo receives over 250,000 visitors every year and is open from March to October.
Adults: $6
Children (under 12): Free
Children (12 – 17): $4
For more information call toll free: 716 825437
1 Crocodile Valley Zoo is the biggest zoo in the country. .....

2 Children can play with all the animals. .....
3 The zoo protects animals. .....
4 The zoo is open all year round. .....
5 Children under 12 do not have to pay. .....
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Test 2 B
Writing
H You have just come back from a holiday. Write a letter to a pen friend telling him/her about your
holiday (100-120 words). Use the plan below to help you. Write about:
ñ where you went and who with
ñ what you saw and did
ñ how you felt
Dear ................... ,
(Para 1) – reason for writing (where / when / with who
you went on holiday)
(Para 2) – details about your holiday (hotel, food,
activities, souvenirs etc)
(Para 3) – how you felt (e.g. relaxed) closing remarks.
Love,
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TEST 3 A (Module 3)
NAME: ........................................................................................... DATE:...........................................
CLASS: ........................................................................................... MARK: –-----–--

100
(Time: 80 minutes)
1 Can you buy me a magazine from the ................... , please?

2 I’m not really ................... the mood to go out – can we stay in instead?
3 Children in my country don’t ................... to wear a school uniform.
4 This jacket is ................... expensive. I can’t afford it.
5 I wonder if this flat is ................... sale.
6 A burglar broke ................... our house and stole everything.
7 This time next week, I will ................... lying on a sandy beach.
8 I’m looking ................... a present for my brother.
9 My cousin is ................... married on Saturday.
10 That outfit is too ................... -fashioned. Why don’t you wear something trendier?
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1 They have been married for twenty years, so they are 6 This dress is on special ............ .
having a(n) ............ party. A offer B discount C sale
A anniversary B engagement C retirement
7 Can you get me some medicine from the ............?
2 This time next week, I ............ to Paris. A confectioner’s B chemist’s C jeweller’s
A will fly B will be flying C be flying
8 James bought a leather jacket from a ............ shop.
3 This skirt is the wrong size. It doesn’t ............ me. A handmade B second-hand C hard-earned
A suit B match C fit
9 Excuse me, ............ I try these trousers on, please?
4 I didn’t think much ............ the film we saw last night. A might B must C can
It was awful.
A on B in C of 10 “I passed my driving test!”
“............ ! You must be very pleased.”
5 She always wears beautiful ............ with her outfits. A Get well soon B Good luck C Well done
A clothes B accessories C materials
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Test 3 A
Use of English
1 Kate will possibly be late for this afternoon’s meeting. 4 Why don’t you buy yourself some new clothes?
Kate ........................................................................... You ............................................................................
for this afternoon’s meeting. yourself some new clothes.
2 It’s not necessary for you to go to the supermarket 5 I can’t wait to go to the new shopping centre on
You ............................................................................ Saturday.
to go to the supermarket. I ................................................................... to going
3 This dress is not big enough for me to wear. to the new shopping centre on Saturday.
This dress .............................................................. for
me to wear.
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1 Would you like to pay ................ cash? 4 He paid for the meal ................ credit card because he
2 Jane always pays ................ cheque when she goes didn’t have any cash.
shopping. 5 Did you remember to congratulate Claire ................
3 Lee succeeded ................ passing his exams. getting a promotion?
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Communication
a Can I try this shirt on, please d That sounds great

b That’s very kind of you e Certainly
c Congratulations
1 A: May I sit here, please? 4 A: How about going to the cinema this evening?
B: .......................................................................... . B: .......................................................................... .
2 A: I bought this for you. 5 A: ...........................................................................?

B: .......................................................................... . B: Of course. The fitting rooms are over there.
3 A: Guess what! I’ve got a new job!

B: ...........................................................................!
( Marks: –––-
5x2
10 )
483
Test 3 A
Listening
F You will hear two people talking about a party they have been invited to attend. Fill in the missing
information in the numbered spaces (1-6).
COME TO A PARTY!!
Sarah 1) .................................... is having

a 2) .................................... party
on Saturday 3) .................................... July
at 4) .................................... , Millfield Road
at 5) .................................... .
RSVP by 28th 6) .................................... , please!
Reading
( Marks: –––-
6x2
12 )
G Read the article and mark the statements as true (T) or false (F).
Planning the perfect party

There’s no better way to have fun than by throwing a going to make a mess. Remember – you are the one
party. Everyone loves to spend time with their friends and who will have to clean it up the next day!
have fun in a relaxed atmosphere. However, as anyone ñ Written invitations are a great idea, especially if you can
who has ever thrown a party will know, a lot of hard work make them fun or different. Don’t forget to put
goes into hosting a party, and it is not always easy to important information like the time, date and address
make sure everyone has a good time. The following tips on your invitations. Tell your guests when the party
will help you to plan the perfect party. starts and when it will end. Also, let them know if they
should wear a certain type of clothes (e.g. fancy dress).
ñ Parties need to be planned carefully. Make sure you
ñ You can use decorations, lighting and music to create
allow yourself plenty of time to prepare for your party.
the perfect party atmosphere. Choose your favourite
Make a list of everything you need to do and be
music and play it in the background as your guests
organised, because things can get very busy as the day
arrive. It is a good idea to remove your television if it is
of your party gets closer.
in the party area. You can also replace some of your
ñ If you are serving food at your party, choose foods which
lightbulbs with coloured lamps.
go together. You could pick a theme for your party and
make food which fits that theme; for example, Mexican Just follow these simple steps and you are sure to have a
or Chinese. Make sure you don’t serve foods which are fantastic party that everyone will enjoy! Good luck!
1 You should prepare for the party in advance. .......

2 You should serve foods with a mixture of themes. .......
3 You should clean up any mess straight away. .......
4 You need to let your guests know when the party will finish. .......
5
6
You should not play music until all your guests have arrived.
You should let your guests watch TV.
.......
.......
( Marks: –––-
6x3
18 )
484
Test 3 A
Writing
H You are spending two weeks with some friends. Write a postcard to your English pen friend (60-80
words). Use the plan below to help you. Write about:
ñ where you are staying
ñ what you think of the place
ñ what you are doing there
Dear .................. ,
(Para 1) – opening remarks (reason you are writing)
(Para 2) – where you are / what it is like / What you are doing there
(e.g. shopping, visits to museums)
(Para 3) – closing remarks
Love,
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Dear ......................... ,
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( Marks: –––-
20 )
485
TEST 3 B (Module 3)
NAME: ........................................................................................... DATE:...........................................
CLASS: ........................................................................................... MARK: –-----–--

100
(Time: 80 minutes)

1 My brother is ................... married on Sunday.
2 I’m sorry. This house is not ................... sale.
3 Tom is not ................... the mood to go to the cinema tonight.
4 This time tomorrow, I will ................... flying to Spain.
5 Are you looking ................... anything in particular, sir?
6 My mum wears a lot of ................... -fashioned clothes.
7 I’m going to buy a newspaper from the ................... . Do you want anything?
8 Thieves broke ................... the school and stole all the computers last night.
9 You don’t ................... to wash the dishes. I did them earlier.
10 These trousers are ................... expensive. I haven’t got enough money to buy them.
( Marks: –––-
10x1
10 )
1 Look! That jacket is on special …………… . Let’s buy it! 6 …………… I help you, madam?
A discount B offer C sale A Might B Can C Must
2 This time next week, I …………… house. 7 It’s their 10th wedding …………… , so they are having
A will be moving B will move C be moving a party.
A retirement B engagement C anniversary
3 Sally didn’t think a lot …………… the food at the
party. She thought it was terrible. 8 That dress …………… you perfectly. It’s just the right
A of B in C on size.
A fits B matches C suits
4 I’m just going to the …………… to get some medicine.
See you later. 9 You can find lots of bargains in …………… shops.
A jeweller’s B chemist’s C confectioner’s A hard-earned B handmade C second-hand
5 A: “I passed my driving test!” 10 Belts, bags and scarves are with the rest of the
B: ” ……………!” …………… on the 2nd floor.
A Good luck B Get well soon C Well done A materials B accessories C clothes
( Marks: –––-
10x1
10 )
486
Test 3 B
Use of English
1 Why don’t you take up a sport? 4 Sally will possibly be late for this afternoon’s meeting.
You ............................................................................ Sally ...................................................................... for
take up a sport. this afternoon’s meeting.
2 This shirt is not big enough for me to wear. 5 It’s not necessary to buy any tickets. I bought them
This shirt ............................................................... for yesterday.
me to wear. You ............................................................................
3 I can’t wait to go on holiday next week. to buy any tickets. I bought them yesterday.
I ................................................................... to going
on holiday next week.
( Marks: –––-
5x2
10 )
1 Let me congratulate you ................ your promotion. 4 I only pay ................ cash so I don’t spend too much
2 Tom always pays ................ cheque when he goes money.
shopping. 5 She paid for her shopping ................ credit card
3 Diane succeeded ................ passing her driving test. because she didn’t have any cash.
Communication
( Marks: –––-
5x2
10 )
a Certainly d That sounds great

b Congratulations e Can I try this on, please
c You shouldn’t have!
1 A: Here – this is for you. 4 A: May I borrow your pen, please?

B: .......................................................................... . B: .......................................................................... .
2 A: Why don’t we go to the theatre this evening? 5 A: I’ve been promoted!

B: .......................................................................... . B: ...........................................................................!
3 A: ...........................................................................?
B: Certainly. The fitting rooms are over there.
( Marks: –––-
5x2
10 )
487
Test 3 B
Listening
F You will hear two people talking about a party they have been invited to attend. Fill in the missing
information in the numbered spaces (1-6).
COME TO A PARTY!!
Sarah 1) .................................... is having

a 2) .................................... party
on Saturday 3) .................................... July
at 4) .................................... , Millfield Road
at 5) .................................... .
RSVP by 28th 6) .................................... , please!
( Marks: –––-
6x2
12 )
Reading
G Read the article and mark the statements as true (T) or false (F).
The safe way to shop online

The Internet is a great place to shop. At the click of a ñ Keep your passwords private! Use your imagination
mouse, you can buy anything from an airline ticket to a when you create a password to use on the Internet. It is
second-hand book. You can send gifts to friends on the a good idea to use a combination of numbers, letters
other side of the world or find rare antique items without and symbols. Don’t use your birthday or your nickname,
even leaving the comfort of your own home. However, as these are too obvious. When you have decided on
many people feel uncomfortable shopping online because your password, don’t give it to anyone.
they are not sure how safe it is to use their credit cards on ñ Keep a record. Make sure that you always print off
the World Wide Web. The following tips will make sure copies of any order you make online. You should keep a
that you have a safe, secure shopping experience every copy of your order confirmation number as well as all
time you shop on the Internet. other details of each purchase you make.
ñ Buy products from companies you know. Anyone can ñ Don’t give out personal information. If you are asked for
set up an online store. If you have never heard of a your home address, telephone number or e-mail
company, it may not be wise to do business with them. address, make sure you know who is asking for it and
Ask friends which stores they shop from online. They are what they are going to use it for. If you have children,
sure to tell you who to use and who to avoid! warn them not to give out these details online.
Just follow these simple steps and you are sure to make
the most of your cyber-shopping experience! Good luck!
1 Any company can choose to open an online store. ........

2 You should only buy products from your friends online. ........
3 You should only use letters in your password. ........
4 You should not use your nickname as a password. ........
5
6
You should keep copies of the orders you make online.
You should not tell your children your personal details.
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( Marks: –––-
6x3
18 )
488
Test 3 B
Writing
H You are spending Christmas with some friends. Write a postcard to your English pen friend
(60-80 words). Use the plan below to help you. Write about:
ñ where you are staying
ñ what you think of the place
ñ how people celebrate the event
Dear ................... ,
(Para 1) – opening remarks - reason you are writing
(Para 2) – where you are / what it’s like / how people celebrate
(Para 3) – closing remarks
Love,
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Dear ....................... ,
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( Marks: –––-
20 )
489
TEST 4 A (Module 4)
NAME: ........................................................................................... DATE:...........................................
CLASS: ........................................................................................... MARK: –-----–--

100
(Time: 80 minutes)
1 My brother had to give ................... cycling because he hurt his back.

2 How ................... sugar do we need?
3 I always bring a ................... of chocolate to school with me for my break.
4 My mum made a delicious cake covered ................... fresh cream.
5 She bought the fresh cream in the ................... section in the supermarket.
6 I usually ................... roller-skating in the park on Sunday mornings.
7 The new sports club will be opened ................... the mayor on Saturday.
8 You need to be careful ................... traffic when cycling in town.
9 The new museum ................... opened by the president last Saturday.
10 Randy ................... a muscle in his leg while playing football.
( Marks: –––-
10x1
10 )
1 You won’t pass the exam ………….. you study more. 6 Joan had ………….. waiting at the bus stop for two
A if B unless C when hours before a bus arrived.
A been B being C be
2 My mother made chicken with a …………… sauce for
dinner last night. It was delicious! 7 I have always wanted to ………….. karate but I never
A juicy B salty C spicy had the time before now.
A play B do C go
3 Aunt Chantal brought …………… three children by
herself. 8 My room was …………… cleaned when I arrived at the
A up B back C out hotel.
A being B been C be
4 My mum always puts a ………….. of garlic in her
tomato sauce. 9 You can …………… a leg very easily if you fall while
A tin B pinch C clove skiing.
A pull B break C twist
5 There are only ………….. pots of yoghurt left in the
fridge. 10 There is a tennis …………… in the sports club.
A a lot B a little C a few A court B course C hall
( Marks: –––-
10x1
10 )
490
Test 4 A
Use of English
1 You won’t get a table at that restaurant on Friday night 4 The children went to bed and then I watched the
unless you book it now. movie.
You won’t get a table at that restaurant on Friday night I watched the movie after the children .......................
........................................................ not book it now. ....................................................................... to bed.
2 Eat well or else you will get ill. 5 There are only a few cinemas in my town.
If .......................................................................... eat There are ....................................................................
well, you will get ill. cinemas in my town.
3 We’ve run out of paper clips.
There ..........................................................................
paper clips left.
( Marks: –––-
5x2
10 )
1 A good diet should consist ................ vegetables, fruit, 3 I was very proud ................ my exam results.
fish, and carbohydrates. 4 John’s uncle has lots of experience ................ teaching
2 We had to wait ................ twenty-five minutes before karate.
getting served.
( Marks: –––-
4x2
8 )
Communication
a In a way d I can’t stand it

b I strongly believe e My back aches
c Why don’t you lie down for a while
1 A: How do you feel about classical music? 4 A: I’ve got a terrible headache.
B: .......................................................................... . B: ......................................................................... ?
2 A: You don’t look well. What’s wrong? 5 A: ............................................................ that life is

B: .......................................................................... . easier these days.
B: Yes, you’re right.
3 A: Would you agree that Shane can be a bit selfish
at times?
B: .......................................................................... .
( Marks: –––-
5x2
10 )
491
Test 4 A
Listening
F You will hear a radio interview about a new sports club. For each question, put a tick (✓) in the correct
box.
1 A sports club 4 What does Judy say about snooker?

A has just opened. A You can play snooker at the sports club.
B has moved to the centre. B There is no snooker club in town.
C is opening soon. C There is a snooker club in town.
2 You can learn how to swim 5 How much does it cost for children to join the club?
A every day. A í55.
B every Sunday. B í45.
C every day except Sunday. C í25.
3 You cannot play 6 On Sunday the club is open from

A snooker. A 11 am to 11 pm.
B tennis. B 10 am to 6 pm.
C volleyball. C 8 am to 11 pm.
Reading
( Marks: –––-
6x2
12 )
A Night We Won’t Forget

Last weekend my two friends and I decided to try out the new Italian restaurant on Moore Street in the city centre.
We 1) ........ always loved Italian food so we were sure that we wouldn’t be 2) ........ . It was a glorious evening and we
took a table outside.
There weren’t 3) ........ people in the restaurant and a waiter came to our table very quickly. We were 4) ........ the menu
and everybody ordered traditional Italian dishes. I asked for 5) ........ water for us to drink.
Then everything started to go awfully wrong. We had to wait 6) ........ forty minutes for our meals. Finally, when the
waiter served us we realised that he had mixed the orders up and we all had to eat food we 7) ........ ordered. After
we had finished our meals, we waited another half an hour while the bill was 8) ........ prepared only to find that they
got that wrong, too. In fact, 9) ........ was wrong in that restaurant and we 10) ........ never go back.
1 A has B have C has been D have been

2 A disappoint B upset C surprised D disappointed
3 A lot B many C few D lots
4 A given B gave C give D gives
5 A little B some C many D much
6 A to B from C on D for
7 A has B have C hasn’t D hadn’t
8 A be B being C been D is
9 A anything B everything C all D every
10 A was B is C are D will ( Marks: –––-
10x2
20 )
492
Test 4 A
Writing
H Your teacher has asked you to write an essay discussing the advantages and disadvantages of skiing
(100-120 words). Use the plan below to help you.
(Para 1) – introduce topic
(Para 2) – advantages (e.g. fun, exciting, great form of exercise, help keep fit,
meet people etc)
(Para 3) – disadvantages (e.g. expensive equipment, can be dangerous, have to go to ski

resorts far away etc)
(Para 4) – summarise the topic and state your opinion
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( Marks: –––-
20 )
493
TEST 4 B (Module 4)
NAME: ........................................................................................... DATE:...........................................
CLASS: ........................................................................................... MARK: –-----–--

100
(Time: 80 minutes)

1 My sister used to …………… roller-skating every weekend, but she doesn’t like it anymore.
2 This machine ................... invented hundreds of years ago.
3 You should be careful ................... children while driving through this area.
4 Barry ................... a muscle in his arm while playing tennis.
5 My cousin Jill gave ................... coffee when she was having a baby.
6 My grandfather always brings me a ................... of chocolate when he visits.
7 You buy cheese in the ................... section at the supermarket.
8 How ................... flour do you need?
9 That church was built ................... a very famous architect.
10 Place the beans in a large bowl, cover ................... plenty of water and leave to soak for at least 8 hours.
( Marks: –––-
10x1
10 )
1 If you fall off a horse you could …………… a leg. 6 Our school has a very nice volleyball …………… .
A break B pull C twist A course B court C hall
2 You won’t improve your English …………… you study 7 I have …………… friends in Gibraltar.
harder. A a few B a little C a lot
A if B when C unless
8 My little brother wants to …………… karate.
3 Indian dishes can be very hot and …………… . A play B go C do
A creamy B juicy C spicy
9 My teacher was brought …………… by his
4 My car was still …………… repaired when I returned to grandparents in New Zealand.
the garage. A back B out C up
A been B being C be
10 I need a …………… of garlic for this recipe.
5 My parents had …………… saving for ten years before A pinch B clove C tin
they bought our house.
A been B be C being
( Marks: –––-
10x1
10 )
494
Test 4 B
Use of English
1 We’ve run out of sugar. 4 You’d better take a taxi now or else you’ll miss your
There ......................................................................... flight.
sugar left. You’ll miss your flight .................................................
2 We parked the car and then went for a walk. ......................................................... take a taxi now.
We went for a walk after we ..................................... 5 You won’t improve unless you do all your homework.
.............................. the car. You won’t improve .....................................................
3 There are only a few shops in my village. not do all your homework.
There ..........................................................................
shops in my village.
( Marks: –––-
5x2
10 )
1 We had to wait ................ the flight all afternoon 3 The main course consisted ................ lamb and
because of fog. steamed vegetables.
2 Joe has lots of experience ................ caring for old 4 I was proud ................ being chosen as student of the
people. year.
( Marks: –––-
4x2
8 )
Communication
a I strongly believe d My leg hurts

b I can’t stand it e Why don’t you go to the doctor
c In a way
1 A: I’ve got a terrible backache. 4 A: Do you like iced tea?

B: ......................................................................... ? B: No, .................................................................... .
2 A: Would you agree that this café is expensive? 5 A: You don’t look well. What’s wrong?
B: .......................................................................... . B: .......................................................................... .
3 A: ..................................................................... that
young people eat too much junk food.
B: Yes, I agree.
( Marks: –––-
5x2
10 )
495
Test 4 B
Listening
F You will hear a radio interview about a new sports club. For each question, put a tick (✓) in the correct
box.
1 A sports club 4 What does Judy say about snooker?

A has moved to the centre. A There is a snooker club in town.
B has just opened. B There is no snooker club in town.
C is opening soon. C You can play snooker at the sports club.
2 You can learn how to swim 5 How much does it cost for children to join the club?
A every day except Sunday. A í55.
B every Sunday. B í25.
C every day. C í45.
3 You cannot play 6 On Sunday the club is open from

A tennis. A 8 am to 11 pm.
B volleyball. B 11 am to 11 pm.
C snooker. C 10 am to 6 pm.
Reading
( Marks: –––-
6x2
12 )
The Lonely Frog
Situated in the heart of the city on the bank of the river Shauno under the Penny Bridge, The Lonely Frog 1) ........
traditional French cuisine in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy traditional Cassoulet, Boeuf Bourgignon,
Raclette, and 2) ........ more tasty dishes and taste 3) ........ of the best French wines around. The service is
excellent and the staff is 4) ........ friendly and all speak French. The decor 5) ........ small fountains surrounded
6) ........ plants and flowers and the music is a varied mix of French classics such as Piaf, Brassens and Ferré. The
prices are a 7) ........ bit expensive but if you 8) ........ looking for excellent service 9) ........ a relaxing atmosphere
go to The Lonely Frog and you 10) ........ be disappointed.
1 A gives B offers C cooks D brings

2 A lot B few C little D many
3 A much B more C some D lots
4 A very B too C less D enough
5 A involves B includes C consists D has
6 A in B to C by D with
7 A too B large C very D little
8 A is B are C will D be
9
10
A
A
in
will
B
B
at
going
C
C
to
are
D
D
on
won’t ( Marks: –––-
10x2
20 )
496
Test 4 B
Writing
H Your teacher has asked you to write a short review of a restaurant you know (80-100 words). Use the
plan and the prompts below to help you. Write about:
ñ location ñ decor ñ atmosphere ñ food service ñ prices
(Para 1) – name & location of restaurant

(Para 2) – talk about: location (e.g. centrally located, downtown etc)
decor (e.g. modern, lights, colourful plants)
atmosphere (e.g. romantic, relaxing etc)
food (e.g. traditional pasta, huge servings etc)
– prices: (e.g. reasonable, rather expensive)
(Para 3) – your recommendation
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( Marks: –––-
20 )
497
TEST 5 A (Module 5)
NAME: ........................................................................................... DATE:...........................................
CLASS: ........................................................................................... MARK: –-----–--

100
(Time: 80 minutes)
1 ................... it was beautiful, Lisa didn’t buy the dress.

2 If I won the lottery I ................... buy a sports car.
3 We are going to ................... our house decorated next week.
4 John loves watching science- ................... films.
5 The ................... forecaster announced that it is going to rain tomorrow.
6 Can you turn ................... the light, please? I’m trying to sleep.
7 Peter, ................... lives next door to me, is a computer programmer.
8 Mrs Higgins watches her favourite soap ................... every afternoon.
9 Mary invited all ................... her friends to her party.
10 I wish I ................... studied harder for the exam.
( Marks: –––-
10x1
10 )
1 Oh no, it’s raining! I wish I ………….. brought my 6 The children are watching a ………….. about life in
umbrella. Africa.
A had B hadn’t C have A thriller B performance C documentary
2 We watched a news ………….. about the bank 7 Don’t forget to ………….. the computer when you
robbery. have finished using it.
A forecast B chat C report A unplug B pull out C log off
3 Ben decided to take ………….. jogging in order to 8 This is the house ………….. my grandmother lives.
keep fit. A whose B where C which
A on B up C off
9 We are doing a ………….. to find out what teenagers
4 That’s the man ………….. daughter works at the TV like to do in their free time.
studio. A research B survey C question
A whose B which C who
10 He notes everything down in his personal ………….. so
5 He told me ………….. go out until I had done my that he doesn’t forget anything.
homework. A organiser B calculator C agenda
A not to B to not C don’t
( Marks: –––-
10x1
10 )
498
Test 5 A
Use of English
1 I wish I had gone to the party. 4 “Are they going to the cinema tonight?” asked Gary.
If ................................................................................ Gary asked .................................................................
gone to the party. going to the cinema that night.
2 Mozart was a great composer. He lived in Austria. 5 “We will deliver your television tomorrow morning,”
Mozart, ...................................................................... said the salesman.
a great composer, lived in Austria. The salesman said that ...............................................
3 The gardener is going to cut our grass. the television the next morning.
We are .......................................................................
our grass cut by the gardener.
( Marks: –––-
5x2
10 )
1 There is a great demand ................ mobile phones 4 The story was sad ................ the beginning, but it had
these days. a happy ending.
2 Mr Harris is an expert ................ computer systems. 5 What is the difference ................ a personal stereo and
3 I cried ................ the end of the film. a portable stereo?
( Marks: –––-
5x2
10 )
Communication
a Don’t mention it d What is the problem exactly

b That would be great e I haven’t a clue
c I’d love to see the new James Bond film
1 A: That’s very kind of you. Thank you. 4 A: Do you know what the capital of Tasmania is?
B: .......................................................................... . B: .......................................................................... .
2 A: Do you fancy going out for dinner tonight? 5 A: What would you like to do this evening?
B: .......................................................................... . B: .......................................................................... .
3 A: There’s something wrong with this computer.

B: ...........................................................................?
( Marks: –––-
5x2
10 )
499
Test 5 A
Listening
F You will hear part of a conversation between two friends about a film project. For each question, put
a tick (✓) in the correct box.
1 Steve thinks Katie would be best in front of the camera 4 Steve wants to be
because A the makeup artist.
A she is a good actress. B an actor.
B she is in their group. C the director.
C she is pretty.
5 Mark is going to talk to Lucy
2 Gary can’t be in the film project because A in their English lesson.
A he is in the school play. B in their Art lesson.
B he is in another group. C in their Maths lesson.
C he wants to do his own project.
3 Lee is going to be
A an actor.
B the cameraman.
C a quizmaster.
( Marks: –––-
5x2
10 )
Reading
Radio Days
In the 1900s, people were keen to 1) ........ about new ideas and inventions, but perhaps the most popular and amazing
idea of that decade was the radio. The first demonstration of the radio took 2) ........ on Christmas Eve, 1906. On this
day, wireless operators on ships off the coast 3) ........ the USA became the world’s first radio 4) ........ . The Morse code
(a series of short and long sounds) they were 5) ........ to was suddenly interrupted by the sound of a voice coming 6) ........
their headphones. They heard someone telling the story of Christmas and a violin playing Silent Night. The voice 7) ........
them a merry Christmas and then the Morse code started up again. The voice belonged to a man named Reginald
Fessenden. He was an inventor and an engineer who had been trying to produce voice radio 8) ........ 1901. His success
amused many people, but very few of them believed that voice radio would ever be useful. 9) ........ , after World War I,
when there were several advances in technology, more people bought and used radios. In 1920, the first radio station
started to broadcast, and four years later, there were 600 radio stations across the USA. 10) ........ days, millions of homes
all over the planet have radio sets. Radio is a part of our lives, and it is here to stay.
1 A learn B study C find D teach

2 A part B off C up D place
3 A from B of C with D to
4 A spectators B watchers C audience D viewers
5 A hearing B looking C seeing D listening
6 A through B between C out D across
7 A greeted B told C wished D invited
8
9
A
A
about
However
B
B
since
Although
C
C
from
Though
D
D
before
Despite ( Marks: –––-
10x2
20 )
10 A Those B This C That D These
500
Test 5 A
Writing
H You ordered a jacket and a jumper from a catalogue. When your order arrived, you realised that the
jumper had a hole in it, and when you tried on the jacket, you saw that one of the buttons was missing
and it was not your size. Write a letter of complaint stating that you are returning the clothing and
asking for a full refund (80-100 words). Use the plan below to help you.
Dear Sir/Madam,
(Para 1) – reason for writing
(Para 2) – your complaints (e.g. jumper with hole, missing button, wrong size etc)
(Para 3) – what action you expect to be taken (e.g. full refund)
– your contact number & address
Yours faithfully,
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Dear Sir/Madam,
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501
TEST 5 B (Module 5)
NAME: ........................................................................................... DATE:...........................................
CLASS: ........................................................................................... MARK: –-----–--

100
(Time: 80 minutes)

1 If only you …………… told me that sooner.
2 If I hadn’t been tired, I …………… have gone to the party.
3 Bob decided to take .…………… jogging in order to keep fit.
4 Please turn …………… the T.V. I want to watch the news.
5 Mark, …………… is a friend of my sister, is a reporter.
6 Peter invited all…………… his family to his graduation.
7 Lisa loves reading science- …………… stories.
8 …………… it was cheap, Mary didn’t buy the skirt.
9 East Enders is my favourite soap …………… .
10 I am going to …………… my hair cut tomorrow.
( Marks: –––-
10x1
10 )
1 Mum told me …………… go out until I had washed 6 Paris is the place …………… I met my husband.
the dishes. A which B where C whose
A don’t B to not C not to
7 That’s the woman …………… son works as a DJ on the
2 I’m lonely! I wish I …………… some friends. radio.
A have B had C hadn’t A whose B which C who
3 The …………… forecaster announced that it is going 8 I heard about the accident from a TV news ………… .
to rain tomorrow. A chat B forecast C report
A news B weather C sports
9 Iãm doing a …………… to find out what the local
4 There’s a …………… about life in India on the other people think of the new shopping centre.
channel. A question B research C survey
A documentary B performance C thriller
10 Don’t forget to …………… the computer when you
5 I bought Sarah a personal …………… for her birthday have finished using it.
so she won’t forget things anymore. A unplug B log off C pull out
A calculator B agenda C organiser
( Marks: –––-
10x1
10 )
502
Test 5 B
Use of English
1 A top hairdresser is going to cut my hair. 4 I wish I had not said that.
I am ........................................................................... If ................................................................................
my hair cut by a top hairdresser. not said that.
2 “I will repair your video tomorrow,” said the repairman. 5 “Are you going to the party tomorrow tonight?” asked
The repairman said that ............................................. Jane.
the video the next day. Jane asked .................................................................
3 Dickens was a great writer. He lived in London. going to the party the following night.
Dickens, .....................................................................
a great writer, lived in London.
( Marks: –––-
5x2
10 )
1 The film was happy ................ the beginning, but it 4 There is a huge demand................ skilled workers in
had a sad ending. this country.
2 Mr Jones is an expert ................ photography. 5 I cried ................ the end of the film.
3 I can’t tell the difference ................ Sarah and Susan.
They’re identical twins.
Communication
( Marks: –––-
5x2
10 )
a What is the problem exactly d I haven’t a clue

b I’d love to go out for dinner e That would be great
c Don’t mention it
1 A: Do you fancy going to the cinema tonight? 4 A: There’s something wrong with this CD recorder.
B: .......................................................................... . B: ...........................................................................?
2 A: Do you know what the capital of Zambia is? 5 A: What would you like to do this evening?
B: .......................................................................... . B: .......................................................................... .
3 A: That’s very kind of you. Thank you.

B: .......................................................................... .
( Marks: –––-
5x2
10 )
503
Test 5 B
Listening
F You will hear part of a conversation between two friends about a film project. For each question, put
a tick (✓) in the correct box.
1 Steve thinks Katie would be best in front of the camera 4 Steve wants to be
because A an actor.
A she is pretty. B the director.
B she is in their group. C the makeup artist.
C she is a good actress.
5 Mark is going to talk to Lucy
2 Gary can’t be in the film project because A in their Maths lesson.
A he wants to do his own project. B in their Art lesson.
B he is in the school play. C in their English lesson.
C he is in another group.
3 Lee is going to be
A an actor.
B a quizmaster.
( )
C the cameraman. Marks: –––-
10
5x2
Reading
The Small Screen

In the 1920s, people were keen to 1) ........ about new ideas and inventions, but perhaps the most popular and amazing
idea of that decade was the television. The first public demonstration of the television took 2) ........ on January 13th, 1928.
On this day, the first television programme was broadcast and shown in the home of Ernst Alexanderson in New York, USA.
The world’s first television 3) ........ saw a large machine with a tiny screen which was not black or white but pink. They saw
a picture of a man 4) ........ looked like he had been made using the x keys on a typewriter. The image was not very clear
and moved 5) ........ side to side slightly. Magazines and newspapers 6) ........ this event with great excitement. People were
amazed. Science fiction had suddenly 7) ........ reality. Television was here and life would 8) ........ be the same again. On May
10th, 1928, the first regular television programme was broadcast. This programme was a news report which was shown
twice a day, three times a week. In those days, there were only a 9) ........ homes with television sets, but it would not be
long before TV would take over the world. 10) ........ days, millions of homes all over the planet have TV sets showing
thousands of programmes on hundreds of channels. Television is a part of our lives, and it is here to stay.
1 A teach B find C learn D study

2 A place B off C up D part
3 A audience B crowd C spectators D listeners
4 A who B which C what D whom
5 A from B over C through D across
6 A wrote B told C reported D explained
7 A been B made C come D become
8 A always B sometimes C rarely D never
9
10
A
A
few
These
B
B
many
This
C
C
little
That
D
D
number
Those
( Marks: –––-
10x2
20 )
504
Test 5 B
Writing
H This is part of an e-mail from your friend. Write an e-mail in reply (100-120 words). Use the plan below
to help you.
Have you seen any good films lately? I want to go to the cinema this weekend, but I can’t decide what to watch.
Dear ……………… ,
(Para 1) – opening remarks
(Para 2) – suggest a film you saw

– mention title, cast, characters, acting etc.
(Para 3) – give your recommendation and closing remarks
Yours,
………………….
Dear ...................... ,
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( Marks: –––-
20 )
505
EXIT TEST (Modules 1-5)
NAME: ........................................................................................... DATE:...........................................
CLASS: ........................................................................................... MARK: –-----–--

100
(Time: 80 minutes)
1 Tokyo is more expensive ................... Madrid.

2 How long have you ................... living here?
3 I wish I ................... gone to that party last night.
4 I pulled a ................... in my back yesterday.
5 Can you look ................... this word for me in the dictionary?
6 Have you ................... seen a real elephant?
7 I’m really not in the ................... to go to a party now.
8 Jane went on a guided ................... of Geneva last Tuesday.
9 That dress ................... you perfectly.
10 Let’s ................... swimming this weekend.
( Marks: –––-
10x1
10 )
1 Julie doesn’t take ............ sugar in her tea. 6 My mum was very ............ when I failed my
A many B a lot C much examination.
A excited B upset C fed up
2 Nurses need to be very ............ with sick people.
A shy B patient C ambitious 7 Jake has been ............ karate for years.
A doing B playing C going
3 There was a fascinating ............ about sharks on TV
yesterday. 8 I can’t play football today because I ............ my ankle.
A showing B adventure C documentary A burned B twisted C pulled
4 My friend Dee is very fond of ............ dishes with lots 9 I ran ............ my uncle Jim at the supermarket this
of hot peppers. morning.
A spicy B juicy C creamy A out of B over C into
5 When I was a child I ............ love fruit. 10 Monkeys and goats are ............ .
A would B used C used to A species B mammals C reptiles
( Marks: –––-
10x1
10 )
506
Exit Test
Use of English
1 This is the first time I’ve eaten Chinese food. 4 You won’t be allowed out unless you finish your
I ................................................................................. homework.
Chinese food before. If ................................................................................
2 I can’t wait to go on holiday with my friends this finish your homework, you won’t be allowed out.
summer. 5 A specialist is going to decorate our flat.
I am ........................................................................... We are .......................................................................
going on holiday with my friends this summer. our flat decorated by a specialist.
3 Remember to post that letter on your way to work.
Don’t ..........................................................................
that letter on your way to work.
( Marks: –––-
5x2
10 )
1 My car broke down again and I had to go to work 4 This car doesn’t belong ................ me.
................ foot. 5 I was so happy that everything turned out well …… the
2 I never carry any cash with me so I always pay end.
................ cheque.
3 The city centre traffic is controlled ................ traffic
wardens.
( Marks: –––-
5x2
10 )
Communication
a Don’t mention it d I’m afraid I can’t

b I’d rather have some pasta e I haven’t got a clue
c It’s excellent
1 A: Do you fancy some pizza? 4 A: Do you know how to fly a plane?

B: .......................................................................... . B: .......................................................................... .
2 A: How about going to the theatre tonight? 5 A: What do you think of the laundry service?
B: .......................................................................... . B: .......................................................................... .
3 A: Thank you very much indeed!

B: .......................................................................... .
( Marks: –––-
5x2
10 )
507
Exit Test
Listening
F You will hear a radio programme about Lisbon. For each question, put a tick (✓) in the correct box.
1 How many hills is Lisbon located on? 4 The best way to get around in Lisbon is
A eleven A by bus.
B seven B by tram.
C twenty C by Metro.
2 How many people live in Lisbon? 5 You can visit Lisbon

A 600 A only in summer.
B 6,000,000 B only in winter.
C 600,000 C all year round.
3 The Alfama area is

A very old.
B very modern.
C very small.
Reading
( Marks: –––-
5x2
10 )
The Greyhound
The greyhound is a majestic looking dog with a long neck and head, and small ears. The coat of the greyhound is short
and smooth and they come in a variety of colours including black, red, and white. They have long and powerful legs and
small and compact feet that help them move fast. In fact, they are the fastest dogs around. Young healthy greyhounds
1) ........ run up to 72 km per hour. They are also very easy to keep because they are very clean and do not require 2) ........
grooming. They usually live for 3) ........ 15 years or sometimes more.
In the past greyhounds 4) ........ trained to hunt and were very good hunting dogs. They haven’t given 5) ........ hunting
but nowadays they also have another purpose. Greyhounds have 6) ........ trained 7) ........ professionals for many years to
run races, and 8) ........ people go to the racetracks to watch them run. They 9) ........ had a lot of success 10) ........ racing
and can make a lot of money for their owners.
1 A able B can C are able D able to

2 A much B more C enough D lots
3 A near B between C about D close to
4 A was B be C are D were
5 A off B in C up D over
6 A being B be C have D been
7 A with B by C to D after
8 A lots B few C many D more
9 A had B have C has D having
10 A by B in C on D with
( Marks: –––-
10x2
20 )
508
Exit Test
Writing
H Your teacher has asked you to write an essay on the pros and cons of football (100-120 words). Use the
plan below to help you.
(Para 1) – introduce the topic
(Para 2) – advantages and reasons/examples (e.g. keeps you healthy, play in

the fresh air, have fun, encourage team spirit, cheap)
(Para 3) – disadvantages and reasons/examples (e.g. dangerous, violent, hurt

yourself)
(Para 4) – summarise the topic
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( Marks: –––-
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TEST 1 A (Module 1)

NAME: ........................................................................................... DATE:...........................................

CLASS: ........................................................................................... MARK: –-----–--

Vocabulary & Grammar

A Fill in the missing word.

1 James can run much faster ................... Paul.

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a Pretty good d Don’t mention it

1 A: Goodbye! 4 A: Thank you very much for looking after my cat.

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1 Visitors to Prague should not go 4 The tallest building in Prague is

1 A think B find C believe D see

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NAME: ........................................................................................... DATE:...........................................

CLASS: ........................................................................................... MARK: –-----–--

Vocabulary & Grammar

A Fill in the missing word.

6 Paula looks after her brothers and sisters. She’s a very

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E Complete the exchanges.

a Don’t mention it d I’d rather

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1 Visitors to Prague should not go 4 The tallest building in Prague is

G Read and choose the correct word for each space.

Saying Goodbye to the Rat Race

1 A anyone B someone C everything D no-one

CHEF WANTED for busy French restaurant. Experience necessary. Must be

NAME: ........................................................................................... DATE:...........................................

CLASS: ........................................................................................... MARK: –-----–--

Vocabulary & Grammar

A Fill in the missing word.

1 Jack and Judy have ................... working together for years.

6 We managed to catch a …………… of the movie star

E Complete the exchanges.

a How wonderful d It’s excellent

3 A: Excuse me, but my soup is cold.

1 Dr Harris 4 So far, the group has

2 The students wanted to 5 The group wants to

3 Some animals 6 Next week, the group

Bloom Valley Lodge, Kenya

For more information call toll free at 1-800-543210

NAME: ........................................................................................... DATE:...........................................

CLASS: ........................................................................................... MARK: –-----–--

Vocabulary & Grammar

A Fill in the missing word.

E Complete the exchanges.

a Oh dear. I do apologise d What a shame

3 A: Take your bags and leave!

1 Dr Harris 4 So far, the group has

2 The students wanted to 5 The group wants to

3 Some animals 6 Next week, the group

Crocodile Valley Zoo

For more information call toll free: 716 825437

1 Crocodile Valley Zoo is the biggest zoo in the country. .....

NAME: ........................................................................................... DATE:...........................................

CLASS: ........................................................................................... MARK: –-----–--

Vocabulary & Grammar

A Fill in the missing word.

1 Can you buy me a magazine from the ................... , please?

E Complete the exchanges.

a Can I try this shirt on, please d That sounds great

2 A: I bought this for you. 5 A: ...........................................................................?

3 A: Guess what! I’ve got a new job!