Second term test Group B

Reading Comprehension .
Ex.1.Read the text and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D.
A unique pianist-It’s an expression of talent! It’s life lived to its fullest! It’s unique!
Who could possibly combine incredible talent and a rare determination to produce something so uniquely
beautiful?
Lei Wei, a 23-year-old pianist from Beijing who moved the hearts of the world when he played the piano on
‘China’s Got Talent’ with his feet. The audience and judges listening to his performance of Richard
Clayderman’s Mariage D’amour were stunned by the young man’s outstanding talent.
Lie lost both his arms while playing of “hide n seek” in an accident with electrical wires when he was ten.
However, this did not prevent him from pursuing his livelong dream of becoming a musician. He began to
learn how to play the piano at 19, even though his first teacher gave up on him saying that it was impossible
to play the piano using only one’s toes. He suffered from cuts and cramps as he persisted in learning to play
with his feet, but in the end he proved his teacher wrong. Lei Wei’s determination and success lies in his
parents’ insistence that he is no different from other young people. Their constant encouragement, love and
devotion has enabled Lie to use his feet and mouth to do things people normally do with their hands. He
skillfully dresses himself, feeds himself, brushes his teeth and even uses the computer. Most amazingly
however, he masterfully presses the piano keys to create beautiful melodies.Lei Wei entered the talent show
because he wanted his parents to be proud of him but he achieved much more than this. One of the judges
realised that there was more to Lei’s performance than the way he played the piano. When he inquired how
Lie managed to play so well, Lie replied:” For people like me , there are only two options. One was to
abandon all dreams which would lead to a quick, hopeless death. The other was to struggle without arms to
live an outstanding life.”
Lie’s willpower points to what really matters in life. His life serves as an example to people who are
challenged by disabilities but also to people who are simply dissatisfied with life. His desire to
‘live a wonderful life’ is one we should all live by!
1. Lie Wie’s accident made
A -think he was unable to play a musical instrument
B -him try harder to fulfill his dream
C -him abandon his dream of becoming a musician
D - his family and friend treat him differently
2 Lie Wie’s parents
A - were a source of inspiration for him.
B - thought he would not succeed
C -discouraged him from learning how to play the piano
D -have helped dress and feed him since the accident.
3 Which of the following is NOT true?
A - The judges were impressed by Lei Wei’s skillful performance
B -Lie Wie has lost all hope for the future.
C -Lie Wie’s life is an example for all people to follow.
D - The judges were surprised by how well he played with his feet.
4 What is the writer’s purpose?
A - to announce the winner of the talent show.
B - to talk about the art of playing the piano..
C - to talk about the extraordinary life of a young person.
D - to encourage young people to take part in talent shows. Marks: 4x2-8/.

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VOCABULARY Marks: 5 x 1 -5/

Ex.2. Fill in with: rhythm, accepted, waving, donates, earned

1. They marched in the streets …………………….their flags in the air.

2. Helen’s brilliant performance…………………..her first prize in the competition.

3. Nicholas started moving to the……………………..of the music.

4. He often…………………… large sums of money to charity.

5. Joan……………………..the invitation to join me for dinner.

Ex.3 .Complete the sentences with the words: still, waste, impression, features, display, draws, brightly,
work Marks: 8 x 1/8

1. The sculpture he was working on was an unique………………………of art.

2.Our Art teacher asked us to try our hand at a …………………….life painting.

3. The exhibition ……………………….. paintings by Michelangelo.

4. The artist ………………………….. inspiration from the natural world.

5. The sculptor used ……………………….material like plastic bottles and tins for his creations.

6. The dancers wore………………………...-coloured traditional costumes.

7. Ms Graham worked very hard to leave a positive………………………..on her class.

8. There’s folk art collection on ………………….. at the museum this week.

GRAMMAR

Ex.4.Put the verbs in the brackets into the passive form. Marks: 5 x 2- 10/

1. Exhibitions of famous oil paintings…………………………….(hold) at the art gallery.

2. The Starry Night……………………………………..(paint) by Vincent van Gogh.

3.The Degas painting………………………………………………(auction) tomorrow.

4. The young artist………………………………………….(just/award) first prize for his sculpture.

5. The collage……………………………………………….(must/finish) by next Friday.

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 Ex 5 .Fill in the correct reflexive pronoun. Marks:5 x 1-5/

1. Did you draw this portrait ………………………………..?

2 .Georgia prepared the food for the party all by………………………………….

3. We started this business…………………………………………..

4.John and Mchael can get to the theatre by………………………………………………….

5. Paul cut ……………………………………while peeling an apple.

EVERYDAY ENGLISH .Ex.6 Fill in: That sounds great, Count me in, How about going, I’m afraid I can’t
make it

A: Hi Charlie! What are you doing on Friday night?

B: I don’t know. I haven’t made any plans yet.
A: 1)…………………………………………to the tap dance display at the city hall?
B: 2)…………………………………………………………….. What time is it?
A: It starts at 6:30pm.
B: 3)……………………………………………………..at 6:30.
A: No problem! The actual tap dancers don’t come on stage until 7:30. I can pick you up at 7:00 if
A: All right then! See you later.
Marks: 4 x 1-4/

WRITING

Ex.7.Your friend has asked you to tell them about a film you saw recently. Write a brief
summary of the plot and say whether you recommend it or not. Write an e-mail using
the ideas bellow(120-180 words). Follow the plan.
Para 1:Opening remarks and reason for writing: Hi! Thank you for…I’ve seen some really good films
lately…..I especially liked…….
Para 2- Background-Write about the setting, type of story, director and main characters:……is a/an/……
about….. The film is set in…… It is directed by……… and stars………
Para 3:A brief summary of the plot: The story begins…….He/she eventually……..
Para 4:Write your general comments about the film and your recommendations: It is a/an ………..film….The
acting is… The plot is….The only negative point is ….. I definitely recommend…/Don’t miss it
Closing remarks: Best wishes/ Take care,

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Marks: 10/

Mark 5 6 7 8 9 10
Points 12-19 20-26 27-33 34-39 40-45 46-50

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