Written Test 2

Name:__________________________ Class: IX Group B

I.Reading comprehension Ex .1.Read the text and for questions 1-5 choose the best 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

3 Which of the following is NOT true?
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
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.

2 Lie Wie’s parents 4 What is the writer’s purpose?

A - were a source of inspiration for him. A - to announce the winner of the talent
B - thought he would not succeed show.
C -discouraged him from learning how to B - to talk about the art of playing the
play the piano piano..
D -have helped dress and feed him since C - to talk about the extraordinary life of
a young person.
the accident.
D - to encourage young people to take
part in talent shows.

Marks:___/ 5
 II. VOCABULARY 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. Marks:___/ 10

III. GRAMMAR Ex.3.Put the verbs in the brackets into the passive form.
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. Marks:___/ 15

IV. EVERYDAY ENGLISH Ex.4.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
A: All right then!4)……………………………… See you later . Marks:___/ 5.

V. WRITING Ex.5 . 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. Marks:___/15

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,

Mark 5 6 7 8 9 10
Points 12-19 20-26 27-33 34-39 40-45 46-50
 Written Test 2
Name:__________________________ Class: IX Group A

I.Reading comprehension Ex .1Read the text and for questions 1-4 choose the best answer A,B ,C or D.
TRAPPED ON A DESERTED ISLAND
Kelly opened her sleep-filled eyes and turned her head to see where she was. All she could see was the
blue of the ocean meeting the blue of the sky. Hills and trees lined the horizon, but none of them looked
familiar. Where was she? A short sudden bark made Kelly leap out of her thoughts. It was a puppy- her
puppy!
“Woof!” Rex barked. Kelly could tell that he was anxious to explore. But explore what? This was
unfamiliar ground. She made an effort to focus on her surroundings and soon realized she was on an
island. Rex led the way and as soon as he reached a grouping of trees he sat down in front of them,
looking proud. He had shown Kelly some delicious food. Without a second thought, Kelly snatched off an
apple and bit it happily. Some twenty minutes later they set off once again. Kelly looked out at the calm
sea and in the distance she could just make out a piece of land.“Was that home?” she wondered. If it
was, how could she get there? She was determined to find a way of escape and building a raft seemed
to provide one. Soon Kelly could see her pile of wood taking the shape of a raft. It was only a small one,
so if the sea became rough it would most definitely fall apart. But for now it was floating properly. Kelly
and Rex were ready. They perched on the raft and Kelly steered them across the ocean with a long piece
of wood, which made a perfect oar. Without warning, the sky darkened, the sea went wild and the
waves crashed onto the raft. Kelly tried to work out she should do. She was too far from the island they
had left behind and not close enough to the island she called home. She pressed forward, fighting the
waves, battling the wind, until an enormous wave hit! Kelly’s eyes opened. Rex was licking her face. She
pushed Rex gently aside and looked around. She knew she was home. Then a voice spoke: “Where have
you been?” he asked gently. “Everyone’s been looking for you.” Kelly recognized the voice Peter, her
brother. She lifted her eyes and there he was curiously watching her every move. She looked out at the
sea. Where was the small island she’d been on? Had all been a dream? Kelly glanced down at her hand.
There was living proof. She was still clutching tightly onto that long stick. Turning to Peter she
whispered. “I got lost, Peter, lost on a deserted island.
1. How did Kelly feel when she woke up? 4. What happened while Kelly and Rex were at
A. Excited the sea?
B. Sleepy A. The weather changed for
C. Puzzled the worse
D. Homesick B. The raft they were on fell to
2. Why did Rex stop near the line of trees? pieces
A. He was waiting for Kelly. C. The calm sea helped them
B. He was proud of Kelly’s reach dry land
discovery. D. The weather improved
C. He had got lost. 5.What did Kelly realize at the end of story?
D. He had found food for his A. That she dreamt up the
companion. whole story
3. What did Kelly decide to do on the island? B. That her brother would
A. To cut some trees not believe her story
B. To explore the island C. That her experience was
C. To make a raft real
D. To swim in the calm sea D. That nobody had noticed
her absence Marks:___/5
II. VOCABULARY Ex.2 Complete the sentences with the words: record, prevent, principles,
survival,raise.
1. The passengers in the plane crash didn’t have much chance of …………………………………..
2. Michael Phelps has broken the world ………………………………………..!
3. What are the basic …………………………………. of education?
4. You should put a bandage on that cut to ……………………………… infection.
5. They’re trying to………………… money to help children with cancer.
Marks:___/10
III. GRAMMAR Ex. 3 Change the sentences into the passive form .
1. I paint my room every three years. ………………………………………………………
2. Ann is cooking a very special dinner. …………………………………………………
3. They will plant decorative pines around the garden………………………………….
4. That young lady broke the vase. ………………………………………………………….
5. Sara has already washed the dishes. …………………………………………………………….. Marks:___/15

IV. EVERYDAY ENGLISH Ex.4 Fill in with:

 A.What happened exactly

 B.Certainly
 C.What happened
 D.Did you see the accident
 E.I couldn’t believe my eyes
A: Excuse me, sir? 1.)…………………………………………………………………………………..?
B:Yes, I saw everything.
A:2.)……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………?
B: Two cars were spending down the road and one failed to stop at the red light.
A:I see. 3.) …………………………………………………………………………?
B: They crashed into a passing lorry. 4.)………………………………………………………………..!
Fortunately, nobody was seriously injured.
A:Could you come down to the station to make an official statement?
B: 5.) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………. I’d be happy to help. Marks:___/5

V. WRITINGEx.5. An English teen magazine has asked students to send in stories with the title A
Narrow Escape. Write a story using the ideas below (120-180 words).Follow the plan. Marks:__/15

A group of friends ,Go camping ,Wilderness,Set up camp,Next morning,Sun shine,Decide,Go hiking,Long

trek,Reach foot of mountain,Prepare climbing equipment,Start climbing,Dangerous,Friend slip,Fall
cliff,Lie unconscious,Call emergency number,Forest ranger and his dog,Appear,Dog,Climb down,Cliff,Pull
friend,Safety,Stay there,Rescue team,Arrive,Save,Brave dog
 Para 1: set the scene (who, when, where, what)
 Para 2-3: detailed description of events (what happened, how it happened)
 Para 4: end of story, feelings and reactions (what happened in the end, how people felt)

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