AMERICAN LANGUAGE CAUSE

FORM 3 R

Directions for questions 1-25, You will hear questions on he test tape.
Select the one correct answer a, b, c or d and mark your answer sheet.
DO NOT WRIE ON THE TEST BOOKLET.

1. What month come right after July?

a. April b. June
c. August d. September

2. What color is your coat?

a. red b. wool
c. rain d. small

3. LTG. John was told to report to the commandant at 115.

When did he have to be there?
a. 1003 b. 1315
c. 1515 d. 1615

4. What is the name of the last month of the year?

a. cold b. past
c. December d. Saturday

5. What country is located north of the United State?

a. Canada b. Asia
c. Europe d. South America

6. Every man should read this book. Who should read this book?
a. some men b. one man
c. two men d. all men

7. They are going to Chicago by jet plane. How will they go to Chicago?
a. They will fly. b. They will work.
c. They will run. d. They will drive.

8. Today is Friday I will see Mary tomorrow. When will I see Mary?
a. yesterday b. with George
c. On Saturday d. at the office

9. The pilot can land now. What can the pilot do?
a. take a rest b. bring his plane down
c. take off d. fly faster

10. Edward often used the dictionary. What does Edward do?
a. He reads regulations. b. He works with machines.
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c. He uses recipes. d. He looks up words.

11. Why did Sam go to the airport?

a. to board the ship b. to meet his friend’s plane
c. to get a haircut d. to see the factory

12. Why is Joe going to the barbershop?

a. to get his suit pressed b. to have a drink
c. to get a haircut d. to do some shopping

13. Who is a sergeant?

a. a non-commissioned officer b. a private
c. a commissioned officer d. a major

14. Particularly all American home have radio.

How many home have radio?
a. everyone of them. b. most of them
c. several of them. d. lots of them

15. I have a lot of time. What is the meaning of “a lot of”?

a. much b. few
c. some d. several

16. What kind of blade makes the helicopter rise in to the air?
a. a swinging blade b. a vibrating blade
c. a jumping blade d. a revolving blade

17. John goes to a technical school. What does he study?

a. languages b. flowers
c. machines d. animals

18. Water can be change in to steam by heating.

What do we mean by change?
a. transformed b. translated
c. composed d. transposed

19. Billy start football practice every afternoon at 6 o’clock.

When does he begin?
a. at 6 a.m. b. in the morning
c. at 6 p.m. d. at night

20. Joe said “What is the width of this room”. What did Joe want to know?
a. the temperature b. the size
c. the name d. the color
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21. I want to try on this shirt. What do I want to do?

a. put the shirt on b. buy the shirt
c. check the price d. find another like it

22. The car is in very good shape. What are meaning of “very good shape”?
a. fast speed b. broken
c. excellent condition d. pretty color

23. Joe quit working after sunset. When did Joe quit?
a. after sitting down b. after the sun went down
c. after the sun came up d. during sunrise

24. John always read the sport section in a newspaper.

What does he read about?
a. new cars and houses b. international news
c. baseball and football d. the comic strips

25. What time did you get up? Bill asks. What did he ask?
a. what time you had breakfast b. what time you dressed
c. what time you opened your eyes d. what time you got out of bed

Directions for questions 26-50. You will now hear statement on the test tape.
Select the one correct answer a, b, c or d and mark your answer sheet.

26. The sky was over cash before the storm.

a. It was very warm. b. I couldn’t see the sun
c. It was wind. d. I couldn’t see the ground.

27. This shoe fit me.

a. They are too big. b. They are small.
c. They are the wrong color. d. They are the correct size.

28. Josses cancel his appointment.

a. He called it off. b. He called for it.
c. He called about it. d. He called in for it.

29. The material of your suit it the same as my.

a. The size is the same. b. The color is similar.
c. Mine is different from. d. The cloth are alike.

30. The student are already eating lunch.

a. They have not eaten yet. b. They are eating now.
c. They have to eat quickly. d. They were late for lunch.

31. John ought to go to a doctor today.

a. He must go to a doctor today. b. He should go to a doctor.
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c. He couldn’t go to a doctor. d. He won’t go to a doctor.

32. Air is dense at sea level.

a. The air is thin. b. The air is thick.
c. The air is hot. d. The air is cool.

33. I don’t have many pencils.

a. I don’t have any pencils. b. I have a few pencils.
c. I don’t have much use for pencils. d. I have a lot of pencils.

34. This blue suit is more expensive than the gray one.
a. The gray suit is cheaper. b. The blue suit is cheaper.
c. They are the same price. d. The green suit is the cheapest.

35. The new student is nerviest.

a. He is perfectly normal. b. He is quite happy.
c. He is very lonesome. d. He is somewhat tense.

36. This woman has raised six children.

a. She plans to have six children.
b. Her children are sick.
c. She stays with sick children.
d. She has six children that are grown up.

37. The student bought an inexpensive dictionary

a. The dictionary was small.
b. The dictionary cost a great deal.
c. The dictionary did not cost much.
d. The dictionary was large.

38. The main speaker for the convention is a famous person.

a. He is well known. b. He is not known.
c. He does not know. d. He is dangerous.

39. Bob is leaving soon.

a. He is arriving very shortly. b. His departure was cancelled.
c. He is departing in a short time. d. He is coming today.

40. He is looking at the newspaper now.

a. He is reading the newspaper. b. He is searching for the newspaper.
c. He was reading the newspaper. d. He is looking for the newspaper.

41. John would rather have a red car.

a. John won a red car. b. John will race a red car.
c. John often refers to his red car. d. John prefers a red car.

42. The story about Philip is fictional.

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a. It is imaginary. b. It is popular.
c. It is boring. d. It is favorable.

43. Lt. John is a very cautious pilot.

a. He is a careful pilot. b. He is a negligent pilot.
c. He is a nervous pilot. d. He is a careless pilot.

44. Mrs. John saw a light in the distance.

a. She saw a light in town. b. She saw a light far away.
c. She saw a light at the station. d. She saw a light nearby.

45. Visiting a American home give you an opportunity to speak English.

a. You have to speak English. b. You enjoy speaking English.
c. You have a chance to speak. d. You like to speak English.

46. John usually goes to bed at 11 o’clock.

a. He normally goes to bed at 11. b. He always goes to bed at 11.
c. He never goes to bed at 11. d. He seldom goes to bed at 11.

47. The meter move to the left when the tank was empty.
a. The gasoline tank stayed full.
b. The empty tank was on the left.
c. The left-hand indicator had no needle.
d. The indicator showed an empty tank.

48. The wires were hit between the walls.

a. You could see the wires. b. The wires are in front.
c. you could not see the wires. d. The wire were outside the walls.

49. I sometimes have beacon and eggs for breakfast.

a. I have bacon and eggs everyday.
b. I don’t have bacon and eggs everyday.
c. I like bacon and eggs in the evening.
d. Occasionally I have bacon and eggs.

50. They are very found of chicken and French fries.

a. They don’t like chicken and French fries.
b. They brought some chicken French fries.
c. They like chicken and French fries.
d. They don’t care for them too much.

Directions for question 51 -60. You will now hear dialogue on the test tape. Select
the one correct answer a, b, c or d. and mark your answer sheet.
51. How many apples are on the table. They are only 5 I think.
How many apples did the man say on the table?
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a. because she wanted to eat them. b. five

c. twenty-five d. They were on the table.

52. Are you hungry? Yes I like some dinner.

What did the man like to do?
a. eat a piece of candy b. eat something light
c. eat something different d. eat a complete meal

53. How was the weather in Miami today? The sun is shying and the sky is clear.
What did the women say about the weather?
a. The weather is bad. b. The sky is clear.
c. The day is cloudy. d. The wind is blowing.

54. What do you needs to finish your work? I need some tape.
What does the women needs?
a. She needs some work. b. She needs some sticky material.
c. She needs some tape. d. She needs some note paper.

55. How are the prices in that hotel? The rates are very reasonable.
What did the man say about the rate?
a. The rates are too high. b. The rates are too low.
c. The rates are fair. d. The rates are unreasonable.

56. You don’t look you like feel good. I have a pain in my arm.
What did the man say?
a. His arm hurts. b. He feels good.
c. His arm is weak. d. He feels numb.

57. Why are Mr. and Mrs. Smith so excited? They rescue their child.
What did the woman say about Mr. and Mrs. Smith.?
a. They couldn’t find their child. b. They rested with their child.
c. They saved their child. d. They looked for their child.

58. Well Bill I see that you’re reading my latest book. How do you like it.?
I think it is very boring. What did the man say about the book?
a. It is very short. b. It is not interesting.
c. It is colorful. d. It is not accurate.

59. When did Mr. Jones retie? He retied after working for 20 years.
What did the man mean?
a. Mr. Jones was tired after 20 years.
b. Mr. Jones stopped working after 20 years.
c. Mr. Jones stopped working for 20 years.
d. Mr. Jones tried to work 20 years.

60. Why do you usually eat at this café? I like to eat here because it never
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closes. What did the women say about the café?

a. The coffee is good. b. The café is always open.
c. The café is close to the office. d. The food is good.

PART II - READING
Directions for questions 61-100. Select the one correct answer and mark your
answer sheet. DO NOT WRITE ON THE TEST BOOKLET.

61. Walking past this sign is dangerous.

a. allowed b. prohibited
c. hazardous d. marvelous

62. The highways in some states are very narrow.

a. poor b. long
c. not wide d. not nice

63. Can you tell me where the base is?

a. Where is the base located? b. What is the base for?
c. Where are you going? d. Where are you now?

64. Do you have a sufficient amount of gas to take the trip?

a. Do you have an extra amount of gas?
b. Do you have enough gas?
c. Do you have some high-power gas?
d. Do you have another tank of gas?

65. Which one of these is not a liquid?

a. milk b. water
c. ice d. blood

66. Mrs. Jones gave the boy some pills. What did she give him?
a. medicine b. books
c. candy d. clothing
67. When shall we meet you?
a. at the barracks b. any time after 6:00
c. Yes, we shall. d. Yes, we have met.

68. Should we hurry and finish our homework before dinner?

a. Yes, we can b. Yes, we may.
c. Yes, we could. d. Yes, we ought to.

69. Do they still live in San Antonio?

a. Yes, they visit there frequently. b. No, they have.
c. No, they don’t anymore. d. Yes, they moved yesterday.

70. What did you roommate put on for the party?

a. He left at 8:00 b. He went with a friend.
c. He wore a dark suit. d. He went to the Officer’s club.
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71. Did you help her make up her mind?

a. Yes, I decided for myself. b. Yes, I helped her decide.
c. Yes, I minded about the maid. d. Yes, I minded about the maid.

72. Which one of the following sentences is incorrect?

a. He said me the time.
b. He said he was hungry.
c. He told his friend to come in.
d. He told Lt. Jones that he would be late.

73. Are you comfortable in this room?

a. Yes, I came for the table. b. Yes, this room is too cold.
c. Yes, there are four tables here. d. Yes, I am at ease.

74. Was the room crowded at the party?

a. No, there wasn’t much food.
b. Yes, the party was in the blue room.
c. Yes, there were too many people.
d. No, I don’t think he came to the party.

75. ……….was very cold last night.

a. There b. It
c. Their d. Where

76. Do you have any money? Yes, I have………ข้ อนี ้เป็ นประโยคบอกเล่าครับ
a. it b. her
c. any d. some

77. Most factory workers live in the city, and most farmers live in the……
a. streets b. houses
c. factories d. country

78. He just finished an experiment. It was one of……….most successful

experiments.
a. her b. it
c. him d. his

79. A climate which is dry is…………..

a. not damp b. not hot
c. not cold d. not windy

80. The answer we get in an addition problem is the……………

a. quotient b. product
c. subtraction d. sum
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81. My brother……….a brand new car now.

a. has drive b. is
c. be driving d. drives

82. Turn the knob to the………..position. If you don’t the machine will keep
running.
a. “off” b. “on”
c. “drain” d. “high”

83. Jone sure………..the work.

a. messing up b. mess up
c. to mess d. messed up

84. I have been studying English……….two hours.

a. at b. for
c. in d. since

85. He bought some toothpaste, but he didn’t……….any soap.

a. buy b. bought
c. buying d. to buy

86. Parents have a great………..to their children.

a. responsibility b. responsible
c. responsive d. responding

87. I am sorry, but I didn’t have………..time to prepare my lessons

last night.
a. any b. many
c. a few d. no

88. A loose filing…………be taken care of at once.

a. don’t b. has
c. didn’t d. should

89. I……..to smoke cigarettes, but finally stopped.

a. use b. used
c. am used d. was used

90. I need to go to the dentist. I must make…………

a. a checkup b. an agreement
c. a date d. an appointment

91. Many people can’t pay high prices to have work done.
By this we mean they…………
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a. can’t afford it b. need it done soon

c. paid high prices d. pay later

92. Joe took a prescription to the drugstore for…………

a. a uniform b. a small loaf of bread
c. a blue suit d. medicine

93. When someone says they are all set, they…………

a. are ready b. have the clock timed
c. want to eat d. are sitting down

94. “Are you the kind of person I can count on?”

“Of course, I…………”
a. can add b. know my numbers
c. can learn everybody’s name d. am dependable

95. I hope that by this time next month the contract…………

a. sign b. will sign
c. will have signed d. will have been signed

96. That soldier fights………of all.

a. courageously b. more courageously
c. the most courageously d. as courageously

97. If you had come earlier, you……….her.

a. will see b. would see
c. would have seen d. saw

98. This contract is………..than the previous one.

a. satisfactory b. in a satisfactory manner
c. more satisfactory d. the most satisfactory

99. David asked Ruth for a date. In this case, a date is………..
a. a kind of fruit b. an engagement ring
c. a social engagement d. a disagreement

100. Jack is interested in racing but Mary doesn’t like it. Jack likes……..
a. to compete in school subjects b. to watch horses run competitively
c. a group of people d. weight lifting

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American Language Cause

NO. 3 R

1 C 21 A 41 D 61 C 81 D
2 A 22 C 42 A 62 C 82 A
3 B 23 B 43 A 63 A 83 D
4 D 24 C 44 B 64 B 84 B
5 A 25 D 45 C 65 C 85 A
6 D 26 B 46 A 66 A 86 A
7 A 27 D 47 D 67 B 87 A
8 C 28 A 48 C 68 D 88 D
9 B 29 D 49 D 69 C 89 B
10 D 30 B 50 C 70 C 90 D
11 B 31 B 51 B 71 B 91 A
12 C 32 B 52 D 72 A 92 D
13 A 33 B 53 B 73 D 93 A
14 B 34 A 54 B 74 C 94 D
15 A 35 D 55 C 75 B 95 D
16 D 36 D 56 A 76 D 96 C
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17 C 37 C 57 C 77 D 97 C
18 A 38 A 58 B 78 D 98 C
19 C 39 C 59 B 79 A 99 C
20 B 40 A 60 B 80 D 100 B