EVOLVE Placement Test

PLACEMENT TEST
Noah Schwartzberg
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CONTENTS
THE PLACEMENT TESTING PROGRAM5

ABOUT THE PLACEMENT TEST5
PLACEMENT TEST 6
DESCRIPTION OF THE PLACEMENT TEST6
ADMINISTRATION OF THE PLACEMENT TEST6
SCORING OF THE PLACEMENT TEST7
TEACHER’S TEST MATERIALS8

FINAL PLACEMENT FORM9
ANSWER KEY10
AUDIO SCRIPT11
STUDENT’S TEST MATERIALS 15

PLACEMENT TEST GENERAL DIRECTIONS 16
SECTION I: LISTENING 17
SECTION II: READING 23
SECTION III: LANGUAGE USE 29
ANSWER SHEET 35
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THE PLACEMENT TESTING PROGRAM
ABOUT THE PLACEMENT TEST
The EVOLVE Placement Test is designed to identify the optimal level for students entering programs
where EVOLVE is used. Placement can be made into the first or second half of each level of EVOLVE.
The test is an objective Placement Test, including a recorded listening section.
The Placement Test is a 70-item, multiple-choice test; consisting of a listening/functional language

section, a reading section, and a language use section focusing on grammar and vocabulary.
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PLACEMENT TEST
DESCRIPTION OF THE PLACEMENT TEST
The Placement Test consists of three sections: Listening (20 items), Reading (20 items), and Language
Use (30 items) and requires about 60 minutes to administer. The Listening section assesses the student’s
ability to understand context, main idea, and supporting details in a conversation as well as the speaker’s
intent. Similarly, the Reading section assesses the student’s ability to understand main and supporting
ideas in written passages, vocabulary, and the author’s intent. Passages in the Listening and Reading
sections are similar to those found in EVOLVE, and they mirror the functional language that students will
encounter when they begin to use the series. The Language Use section includes items that assess the
student’s ability to recognize statements that are contextually appropriate and grammatically correct.
The questions in the Listening, Reading, and Language Use sections consist of four-option,
multiple-choice items.
ADMINISTRATION OF THE PLACEMENT TEST

Before administering the Placement Test, teachers will need to prepare the materials. It is best to do this
a day or more before the test.
• Download the audio for Section I: Listening onto a laptop or the computer to be used during the test.
Make sure the material has downloaded completely.
• Make one copy of the Placement Test (pages 16–34), the Answer Sheet (page 35), and the Final
Placement Form (page 9) for each student who will take the test. The test pages may be stapled into
booklets, but it is best to leave the answer sheets separate. You will use the Final Placement Form
later when you mark the test.
• Gather the other materials you will need: pens or pencils, scratch paper (1 or 2 sheets per student),
and a timer of some kind.
Whether the Placement Test is administered to individual students or to a group, the test room and the
audio equipment should be inspected before students arrive. All students should be able to hear the
audio program equally well. The room should be comfortable and quiet, with tables or desks for each
student. There should be enough space to seat students so that they are comfortable and able to work
independently (using every other seat, for example).
Admit the students to the test room and direct them to their seats. Distribute scratch paper, tests, and
answer sheets. Tell students not to open the test booklets until they are told to do so. Have the students
write their names and the date on the answer sheet. Check that no one has forgotten to do this. Then
begin by having students open their test booklets to the General Directions.
Read the directions aloud as students follow along. After you have read the directions, answer any
questions that students may have about the test and/or the test directions. When the students are ready,
tell them to turn to the first page of Section I. Say: “Listen to the directions and the example. Then begin
the test.”
Play Track 2: Directions for Section I: Listening. While students listen to the directions, adjust the volume
as necessary. Then play Track 3: Section I: Listening. The audio program should be played without
stopping until the entire Listening section has been completed.
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At the end of the Listening section (Item 20), tell students to continue with the Reading section. Read the
directions aloud and note the time.
After 20 minutes, tell the students to begin the Language Use section. Check that students are on the
correct page. Read the instructions aloud and note the time.
After 15 minutes, collect all test materials. The test pages (booklets) may be reused. The scratch paper
should be thrown away.
SCORING OF THE PLACEMENT TEST

Use the Answer Key (page 10) to score the Placement Test. Each EVOLVE level corresponds to a different
score (see the Scoring Guidelines below). Please note that the Placement Test can place students in full
editions or split editions of the course.
Scoring Guidelines
SCORE RECOMMENDED PLACEMENT
1–5 EVOLVE Level 1, first half (or EVOLVE Level 1A)
6–11 EVOLVE Level 1, second half (or EVOLVE Level 1B)
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TEACHER’S TEST MATERIALS
Teachers are encouraged to make a template of the Answer Key (page 10). To make a template,
photocopy the Answer Key and hole punch each correct answer. Place the template over the
student’s Answer Sheet. If the student’s answer is correct, it will appear through the punched
hole in the Answer Key.
FINAL PLACEMENT FORM 9
ANSWER KEY 10
AUDIO SCRIPT 11
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FINAL PLACEMENT FORM
Student’s Name Date
TEST SCORE RECOMMENDED LEVEL FINAL PLACEMENT LEVEL
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Final Placement Form 9

ANSWER KEY
SECTION I: LISTENING
Scoring Guidelines
Example: a b c b
SCORE RECOMMENDED LEVEL
1 b c d 11 b c d
EVOLVE Level 1, first half
2 a b d 12 a b c 1–5
(or Level 1A)
3 a b d 13 b c d
EVOLVE Level 1, second half
a b d a c d 6–11
4 14 (or Level 1B)
5 a b c 15 a b d EVOLVE Level 2, first half
12–17
6 a b c 16 a b d (or Level 2A)
7 a c d 17 b c d EVOLVE Level 2, second half
18–23
a c d a b c (or Level 2B)
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9 b c d 19 a b c 24–30
(or Level 3A)
10 a c d 20 a c d
31–36
(or Level 3B)
SECTION II: READING
37–42
21 b c d 31 a b c (or Level 4A)
22 a b c 32 a b d EVOLVE Level 4, second half
43–49
23 a b d 33 a c d (or Level 4B)
24 a c d 34 a b d EVOLVE Level 5, first half
50–55
(or Level 5A)
25 a b c 35 a b c
26 b c d 36 b c d 56–61
(or Level 5B)
27 a c d 37 a b d
28 a b d 38 b c d 62–68
(or Level 6A)
29 b c d 39 a c d EVOLVE Level 6, second half
69–70
30 a c d 40 a b c (or Level 6B)
SECTION III: LANGUAGE USE
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41 a c d 51 a b d 61 a b c
42 a b c 52 a b c 62 b c d
43 a b d 53 b c d 63 a b d
44 b c d 54 a b c 64 a c d
45 a c d 55 a c d 65 a c d Copyright © Cambridge University Press 2020
46 b c d 56 b c d 66 a b d
47 a b d 57 a c d 67 a c d
48 a c d 58 a b d 68 a b d
49 a b c 59 b c d 69 a b c
50 a b c 60 a b d 70 b c d
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AUDIO SCRIPT
The following audio script contains the material for Section I: Listening of the Placement Test.
Track 2In this section of the test, you will hear conversations and complete the information about
them. For each conversation, first read the situation and the item or items. Then listen to the conversation.
Complete the items after you hear the conversation. Choose the correct answer (a, b, c, or d) and mark it on
your answer sheet.
Read the example situation and the item.
Now listen to the example conversation. A man is asking a woman for directions.
Man: Excuse me. Is the Science Museum near here?
Woman: The Science Museum? Yes, it’s that way. Walk two blocks. Then turn left.
It’s on the right side of the street, next to the hospital.
Man: OK, great! Thanks!
Now choose the best answer to complete the item.
The correct answer is d, “and the hospital are on the same street.” The letter d is filled in on your
answer sheet.
Now go to Section I: Listening, on page 18, to begin the test.
There are 20 items, and you will have 15 minutes to complete the section.
Track 3 Read Situation 1 and the item.
Now listen to the conversation. Emily and Jason are talking about work.
Emily: Where do you work, Jason?
Jason: I work at the Flowers Café in the mall.
Emily: Really? Me, too! But I never saw you at the café. Do you work there every day?
Jason: No, only on the weekend.
Emily: Oh, OK. I work there from Monday to Friday.
Now complete Item 1.
Read Situation 2 and the item.
Now listen to the conversation. Jessica is buying clothes.
Jessica: Excuse me. How much are these skirts? I can’t find the price.
Salesman: Oh, these are on sale. It’s $20 for one skirt, but $30 for two.
Jessica: Oh, two skirts for $30? That’s cheap. Are there any red ones?
Salesman: Sorry. We only have black and gray ones now.
Jessica: OK. I’ll just take this black one then.
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Read Situation 3 and the item.
Now listen to the conversation. Rachel and Michael are talking in a mall.
Michael: Great to see you again, Rachel. What are you doing here?
Rachel: I usually have lunch here. How about you?
Michael: I’m buying a cake for my son’s birthday. He’s going to be 7. Can you believe it?
Rachel: Oh, wow! He’s so big.
Michael: Hey, his party is tomorrow afternoon. Would you like to come?
Rachel: Sorry, Michael. I’d love to, but I can’t. I’m going to a baseball game tomorrow.
Michael: Ah, that’s too bad. But have fun at the game.
Read Situation 4 and the items.
Now listen to the conversation. Andrew is talking to a waitress at a restaurant.
Waitress: Was everything OK for you today?
Andrew: Yes, the meal was delicious. Thank you. But that was too much pasta. I feel a little
heavy now.
Waitress: Ha! But it’s excellent pasta, isn’t it? Did you enjoy the salad?
Andrew: Yes, the tomatoes and carrots were very fresh. And the dressing was really special.
Waitress: Can I get you any dessert? Our chocolate ice cream is the best in town.
Andrew: Just a regular coffee, please. That was really a lot of food.
Waitress: Sure. I’ll bring your coffee right away.
Now complete Items 4 and 5.
The test continues on page 19.
Now listen to the conversation. Laura is talking to her father about a health problem.
Father: Hi, Laura. What’s the matter? You look upset.
Laura: I really don’t feel well. I have a terrible headache.
Father: Did something happen? Did you hit your head at basketball practice?
Laura: No, nothing like that. I don’t know. Maybe I ate something bad at the cafeteria this morning.
Father: Oh, do you have a stomachache, too?
Laura: No, Dad. I just have this horrible pain behind my eyes. It really hurts.
Father: Hmm. Should I take you to the doctor?
Laura: No, Dad. I just want to close my eyes and rest for a few minutes. I think that’ll help.
Father: OK, well, let me know if you need anything.
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Now listen to one half of a conversation. Jack is talking to his friend Olivia on the phone.
Jack: Hi, Olivia. It’s me, Jack. How are things?
Sorry, I couldn’t hear you. There’s a lot of noise. Should I call back later?
Ah, that’s much better. I can hear you perfectly. Anyway, I’m just calling to ask
if you want to do something this Friday. Maybe dinner and a play?
Oh, you’re going to a movie with Katie? That sounds fun. What are you going to see?
Oh, thanks, but I’ve already seen that one.
Not really. I was a little bored, actually.
I don’t know. I guess I was expecting more action. Or a more interesting story, at least.
Oh, no, no. You should see it. But, listen, maybe I could meet you and Katie after the movie.
Should I do that?
Oh, I see.
No, don’t worry about it. I understand. But, hey, let me know if your plans change.
Now listen to the conversation. Amanda is meeting her friend Patrick at a café.
Amanda: When did we last see each other, Patrick? Was it in April?
Patrick: Even longer. Maybe February … at the country music concert? I can’t remember,
but tell me, how have you been?
Amanda: I’m good. I’m starting a new job next week. I’m looking forward to it, but also
a little nervous.
Patrick: Come on. I’m sure it’ll be great. And what about Jim, how’s he doing?
Amanda: Well, not so good lately. He’s been working long hours, having trouble with his boss.
Patrick: I’m sorry to hear that.
Amanda: Thanks. But how about you? What have you been up to?
Patrick: Well, I’ve been taking cooking classes after work, and it’s been fascinating. We should
get together sometime so I can cook for you guys. I bet my Spanish lemon cookies will
make Jim feel much better!
Amanda: Ha! He does love cookies.
Now complete Items 10, 11, and 12.
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Now listen to the conversation. Nicole is talking to her teacher, Mr. Kushner, about her exam grade.
Nicole: Hi, Mr. Kushner, do you have a moment? I’d like to talk to you about my exam.
Mr. Kushner: What seems to be the problem, Nicole?
Nicole: Well, I don’t understand why I only got a 70.
Mr. Kushner: I’m sorry if you’re disappointed, Nicole, but your grade is final. Maybe you should
study more and try to do better next time.
Nicole: No, it’s not that. I feel fairly confident about my answers. The problem is, I think
there might have been a mistake when it was checked. There were three parts,
right? Writing, listening, and reading. But I don’t think I got any points for the
reading section.
Mr. Kushner: Let me take another look. Hmm, I see. It seems you’re right, Nicole. The grade
for the reading section is missing. I’m sorry for the mistake. I will add the missing
points and fix it in the grade book. Thank you for letting me know.
Nicole: Thank you, Mr. Kushner. I really appreciate it.
Now complete Items 13, 14, and 15.
Now listen to the conversation. Lisa is talking to Eric about her job interview.
Eric: So how did your job interview go, Lisa? Do you think they’ll offer you the position?
Lisa: To tell you the truth, Eric, I’m not feeling very confident about it. Initially, I had thought
I was prepared, but afterwards, I felt a little unsure about my answers.
Eric: What do you think was wrong with your answers?
Lisa: Well, for instance, they asked me to describe my biggest weakness, and I said that I tend to
be impatient. I am impatient. But if I had thought about it more, I might have made it seem
more positive. Like, I could have talked about how I’m impatient to finish major projects, so
I always meet my deadlines.
Eric: That doesn’t sound so bad. I wouldn’t panic if I were you. I’m sure you’re still a very
strong candidate.
Lisa: At first, I was so nervous, I actually sounded frightened. Little by little, I calmed down, but
after each question, I would hesitate before giving my answer.
Eric: Honestly, that doesn’t sound so terrible. It’s natural to be anxious at a job interview, and
hesitating isn’t necessarily a bad thing. It can even make a person appear more thoughtful.
Lisa: I just wish I had done better. I really want this position, and I know I’d be perfect for it. Ugh!
This is so frustrating.
Eric: Lisa, I’ve known you for a long time, and I know how good an impression you make on
people, so I find it hard to believe that you did so badly. Don’t beat yourself up.
Lisa: Thanks for the kind words, Eric. I really appreciate it. Anyway, I really need to calm
down and stop thinking about it. There’s nothing I can do now but wait!
Now complete Items 16, 17, 18, 19, and 20.
This is the end of Section I: Listening.
Go to page 23 and begin Section II: Reading.
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STUDENT’S TEST MATERIALS
PLACEMENT TEST
GENERAL DIRECTIONS 16
SECTION I: LISTENING 17
SECTION II: READING 23
SECTION III: LANGUAGE USE 29
ANSWER SHEET 35
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PLACEMENT TEST
GENERAL DIRECTIONS
The Placement Test has three sections: Listening, Reading, and Language Use. There are 70 items in all.
You are allowed 50 minutes to complete the test.
In Section I: Listening, you will hear nine conversations and complete one or more items about each one.
Before you listen to a conversation, read the situation and the following item or items. Then listen to
the conversation. Complete the items after the conversation ends. Choose the correct answer for each
item, and fill in your choice on your answer sheet. You will hear the conversation only once. The first
conversation is an example. There are 20 items, and you have 15 minutes to complete this section.
Section II: Reading has several short passages. After you read each passage, choose the correct answer
for each item and fill in your choice on your answer sheet. There are 20 items, and you have 20 minutes
to complete this section.
Section III: Language Use has 30 items. Choose the correct answer for each item and fill in your choice
on your answer sheet. You have 15 minutes to complete this section.
Mark your answers clearly on your answer sheet. If you want to change an answer, erase your first answer
completely. If you want to take notes during the test, write on the paper you were given.
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In this section of the test, you will hear conversations and complete the information about them.
For each conversation, first read the situation and the item or items. Then listen to the conversation.
Complete the items after you hear the conversation. Choose the correct answer (a, b, c, or d) and mark
it on your answer sheet.
Read the example situation and the item.
Example Situation: A man is asking a woman for directions.
The Science Museum .

a isn’t near the hospital
b is on the left side of the street
c is two blocks from the hospital
d and the hospital are on the same street
Now listen to the example conversation. A man is asking a woman for directions.
[LISTEN TO THE EXAMPLE CONVERSATION.]
Now choose the best answer to complete the item.
The correct answer is d, “and the hospital are on the same street.” The letter d is filled in on your
answer sheet.
Now go to Section I: Listening, on page 18, to begin the test.

There are 20 items, and you will have 15 minutes to complete the section.
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Situation 1: Emily and Jason are talking about work.
1 Emily .
a works at a café
b never goes to the mall
c works every weekend
d goes to the mall every day
Situation 2: Jessica is buying clothes.
2 Jessica .
a is buying a dress and a skirt
b thinks the skirts are expensive
c can’t find a red skirt
d pays $30 for the skirt
Situation 3: Rachel and Michael are talking in a mall.
3 Rachel and Michael .

a are having lunch together
b are buying gifts for their children
c are busy tomorrow afternoon
d are going to meet again tomorrow
Situation 4: Andrew is talking to a waitress at a restaurant.
4 Andrew .
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a didn’t enjoy the food
b ate just a little pasta
c ordered a salad
d didn’t like the dressing
5 The waitress .
a can make the salad dressing
b is going to talk to the chef
c doesn’t offer a dessert to Andrew
d is going to bring Andrew some coffee
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Situation 5: Laura is talking to her father about a health problem.
6 Laura .
a hit her head in a basketball game
b ate some bad food at school yesterday
c has a horrible pain in her stomach
d has a very bad headache
7 Laura’s father .
a has a stomachache too
b offers to take her to the doctor
c is going to call a doctor
d wants to rest a little
Situation 6: Jack is talking to his friend Olivia on the phone.
8 When Jack called Olivia, she .

a couldn’t hear him because of a bad connection
b was in a noisy area, but she moved
c was at the bus stop with her friend Katie
d was on her way to see a play
9 Jack .
a thought the movie was not very exciting
b thought the movie had too much action
c thinks Olivia shouldn’t see the movie
d is going out with Olivia and Katie on Friday
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Situation 7: Amanda is meeting her friend Patrick at a café.
10 Amanda and Patrick .

a last met in January
b went to a concert together
c haven’t seen each other since April
d have been spending a lot of time together lately
11 Amanda .
a has found a new job
b is looking for another job
c finds her work too challenging
d has been having problems at work
12 Patrick .
a has been learning Spanish
b isn’t enjoying his cooking class very much
c has been all over the world lately
d wants to cook for Amanda and Jim
Situation 8: Nicole is talking to her teacher, Mr. Kushner, about her exam grade.
13 Mr. Kushner .
a thought that Nicole was disappointed with her grade
b doesn’t think Nicole knows about his rules
c usually lets students take exams a second time
d thinks that Nicole will get a better grade next time
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a she only had time to answer the reading questions
b she didn’t get a grade on the reading section
c she forgot to answer the reading questions
d she did badly on the reading section
15 In the end, Mr. Kushner .

a wasn’t able to help Nicole
b asked Nicole not to miss an exam again
c apologized to Nicole for the problem
d realized that Nicole’s exam was missing
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Situation 9: Lisa is talking to Eric about her job interview.
16 After Lisa’s interview, she felt .

a more optimistic than she did before
b she was well prepared for it
c uncertain about it
d her answers sounded very confident
17 During the interview, Lisa .

a recognized that she’s an impatient person
b said she tended to be too positive about things
c admitted she didn’t enjoy working on big projects
d boasted that she always met her deadlines
18 According to Eric, can make a person seem intelligent.

a taking less time to answer a question
b staying calm throughout an interview
c speaking naturally and showing no anxiety
d pausing before saying something
19 Lisa .
a thinks she could find a much better job
b usually believes in miracles
c expects to be offered the position
d feels frustrated about the situation
20 Eric .
a agrees with Lisa’s views on her performance at the interview
b thinks people naturally have a good opinion about Lisa
c is concerned that Lisa might quit her job
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d advises her not to be so proud of herself
This is the end of Section I: Listening.

Go to page 23 and begin Section II: Reading.
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SECTION II: READING
In this section of the test, you will read some short passages and complete the information about them.
For each item, choose the correct answer (a, b, c, or d) and mark it on your answer sheet. There are
20 items, and you will have 20 minutes to complete this section.
Passage 1: An email, Subject: Greetings from Florida!
Hi, Sara.
I’m visiting my sister in Florida. It’s very warm and nice here. Every morning, I go to the beach and swim.
Sometimes my sister comes home early, and we play tennis in the afternoon. And we always go for a long
walk after that. I’m having a great time!
Love,
Heather
21 Heather every day.

a swims
b plays tennis
c comes home early
d walks with her sister
Passage 2: Helen is getting married and I’m tired.
This has been a crazy week! One of my friends is getting married on Saturday, and I’m helping her with
the reception. It’s not going to be a big party, but I still have to do a lot of things. For example, I chose the
songs last week, but the band is playing them for me tonight. I bought the flowers today, but I have to
pick them up on Friday. I’m tired. Can someone help me, please?!
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22 The writer .
a is singing tonight
b is buying flowers on Friday
c listened to a band a week ago
d is going to a party this weekend
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Passage 3: The Whitney Museum of American Art
The Whitney is one of the most famous art museums in New York City. It first opened in 1931 in
Greenwich Village, and then it moved to two different places in 1954 and 1966. Since 2015, this museum
of American art has been in a new building downtown. The new space is larger and more modern, and it
has beautiful views of the Hudson River from its windows and café. Visit it next time you are in the city.
23 The Whitney Museum .

a shows art from many countries
b moved to a smaller place in 2015
c has a place to eat and great views
d was in the same building since 1931
Passage 4: Is sitting unhealthy?
If you have been sitting in an office for a long period of time, stand up and move for your health.
Research has shown that too much sitting might cause higher blood pressure, add body fat, and increase
the danger of death from heart disease. Studies have also suggested that moving more has a positive
effect on a person’s health. So, what can an office worker do? Experts say that you should take a break
from sitting every 30 minutes, stand more while working, and even walk when meeting with coworkers.
Moving might save your life.
24 The article suggests that .

a there is very little research about the effects of sitting
b sitting for a long time might be dangerous for your health
c office workers live longer than other types of workers
d people do not usually like to walk and exercise
25 According to the article, office workers should .
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a stop working every half hour
b not work in an office if possible
c only stand or walk when you work
d move more to avoid serious heart problems
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Passage 5: A changing neighborhood – for better or for worse?
Recently, an international online retailer opened an enormous, brand-new office in our neighborhood.
Until then, there hadn’t been any major companies or huge buildings like this in the area – just small
family-owned businesses. So, obviously, there has been a lot of discussion about it lately.
Some people say the company is creating jobs and will attract other new businesses, but others
complain that most of the new jobs will be low-paying. These people also believe that rising costs will
push out independent businesses and make the neighborhood too expensive for its current residents.
I can’t make up my mind whether the company will be a benefit for the neighborhood or not. It’s a
complicated issue, and I’m not sure there is a right or wrong answer. What do you think?
26 The author of the blog post believes that .

a there may be both positive and negative consequences
b the changes will be helpful for most workers from the region
c there will soon be many more big companies in the neighborhood
d the changes will be mostly harmful for people who live in the area
27 Some people think the company will help the area because it will .
a create a greater number of jobs with excellent salaries
b make the area more interesting to other companies
c lower the cost of living in the neighborhood
d replace smaller stores with larger ones

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Passage 6: An inspiring story
When Alex McGovern was in high school, he used to earn money working weekends at a local bakery.
After working there for several months, helping bake fresh bread and cakes, Alex noticed a familiar
pattern: a huge amount of food was thrown away at the end of each day. It was food that the bakery
could no longer sell, but it was still good enough to eat. So Alex began to wonder what he could do with
all of this extra food.
With the bakery owner’s permission, he reached out to a local organization that worked with families
who need help with food and housing. The charity was extremely pleased and arranged to pick up the
extra food each day. Now bread was no longer wasted, but generously shared with people in need.
Alex’s idea was such a success that he began approaching other local restaurants about joining the
program. Before long, there were over a dozen businesses taking part, and Alex created a website to
grow the program in other cities. Today Alex’s “simple” idea is helping feed people all over the country!
28 Alex’s original goal at the bakery was to .

a eat free bread and cake
b learn to be a baker
c make money
d help people
29 Alex got his idea .

a when he saw how much food was wasted
b while he was baking some fresh bread
c from the owner of the bakery
d from a local organization
30 The bakery owner .

a thought that Alex’s plans wouldn’t work
b allowed Alex to give away the extra bread
c helped Alex create a website for the organization
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d didn’t care about the families assisted by the charity
31 The extra food was .

a sold by Alex
b bought by the charity
c delivered by the bakery Copyright © Cambridge University Press 2020
d picked up by the organization
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Passage 7: Some thoughts on your online profile
In many ways, the internet has made it easier than ever to find out about new job opportunities.
Yet, as companies increasingly examine candidates’ social media profiles for information to use in the
selection process, people need to be aware of the risks and rewards of posting online. The views they
express—and the ways they choose to express them—can be a crucial factor in whether or not they
receive an offer of employment.
Many young adults, who have grown up with social media and are comfortable sharing their lives
online, don’t realize how employers are using social media in hiring decisions. These companies don’t just
consider information about a person’s online behavior; they may even gather information about friends
and family. Some fear that employers may judge candidates based on factors such as their medical
history, age, or even beliefs.
While there is currently debate about what information companies are allowed to legally collect or use
for hiring decisions, everyone agrees that people need to be careful about what they post online. Your
behavior on social media could cost you your current position or job opportunities in the future.
So, should job applicants erase their social media accounts completely? According to Professor John
Sacks of the Better Hiring Institute, “It would be better to make sure you have a strong professional profile
that emphasizes your qualifications. Not having any social media might send the message that you
have something to hide.” In other words, take the time to create an attractive profile on a career site and
carefully consider everything you post online.
32 This article is aimed primarily at .

a employers
b college students
c potential job candidates
d social media organizations
33 According to the author, some people may not realize .

a the effect of their online behavior on friends and family
b how their online profiles can affect hiring decisions
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c what information companies cannot legally collect

d if their online profile looks professional enough
34 One way of increasing your chances of getting a good job is .

a not keeping a profile online
b expressing your opinions in a honest way
c having a profile that clearly shows your skills

d being secretive about what you share online
35 The author online personal information to make hiring decisions.

a is against companies using
b is in favor of the practice of using
c believes it does not matter if employers use
d does not say whether it is good or bad to use

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Passage 8: Sleep deprivation
If you can sleep well, be grateful. Sleep deprivation is extremely common, and its side effects are both
serious and underappreciated. It is estimated that 50–70 million people in the U.S. suffer from a sleep
disorder, and yet too many of them do not seek medical help. Although occasional sleep interruptions
are generally no more than a nuisance, continuous lack of sleep can lead to excessive daytime sleepiness,
emotional difficulties, poor job performance, and even obesity.
Sleep deprivation also impacts mental well-being. A study done by the U.K. Mental Health Foundation
found that people who didn’t get enough sleep were about three times more likely to exhibit poor
concentration and four times more likely to have relationship problems. According to another study, by
the University of Warwick, getting less than six hours of sleep on a continuous basis makes a person 48%
more likely to die of heart disease and 15% more likely to develop a stroke. According to study co-author
Professor Francesco Cappuccio, lack of sleep “is like a ticking time bomb for your health.”
If a person is experiencing difficulties falling and staying asleep, there are several effective methods
that can help and do not require medication. These include relaxation techniques, like tightening and
relaxing muscles, breathing slowly, and meditating; stimulation control, which involves controlling
pre-bedtime activities and surroundings; and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), designed to help people
understand and change their thought patterns. If sleep deprivation and negative symptoms continue,
however, consultation with a doctor is recommended. It’s essential not to underestimate the importance
of adequate sleep to maintaining good mental and physical health.
36 The main idea of the article is that .

a lack of sleep can have significant health consequences
b sleeping is not as essential as people used to think
c people underestimate how much sleep they need
d relaxation techniques are important for a good night’s sleep
37 According to the article, many people with sleeping disorders .

a breathe more slowly c do not speak to their doctor about it
b do cognitive behavioral therapy d usually practice healthy sleeping habits
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38 The article suggests that good sleepers .
a can focus better c are able to sleep during the day
b often get about eight hours of good sleep d do not have heart problems
39 Professor Cappuccio found that .

a sleep-deprived people have more c research from the Mental Health Foundation
relationship problems was incorrect
b sleep deprivation might make people d lack of sleep is just a minor nuisance
critically ill
40 The article says that people experiencing sleep difficulties can .

a lose some weight c immediately find medical help
b take some types of medicine d try methods that help them fall and stay asleep
This is the end of Section II: Reading.

Go to page 29 and begin Section III: Language Use.
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This section of the test is about the use of English. For each item, choose the correct answer (a, b, c, or d) and
mark it on your answer sheet. There are 30 items, and you will have 15 minutes to complete this section.
41 My daughter sometimes to school with her friends.

a walk
b walks
c walking
d not walk
42 eat dinner on Sundays?

a Where your family
b How is your family
c When your family do
d What time does your family
43 a lot of people in the park today.

a There
b There’s
c There are
d There is no
44 , but I’m not very good.

a I can play the guitar
b I don’t play the guitar
c I play the guitar very well
d I can’t play the guitar well
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45 We had a nice vacation. The weather beautiful.

a did
b was
c does
d were
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46 Tom home right now. He’s still at the office.
a isn’t driving
b doesn’t drive
c didn’t drive
d drives
47 Is it true? a grandparent yesterday?

a Are you becoming
b Does she become
c Did he become
d They became
48 I go to the gym evenings. I only don’t go on the weekend.

a some
b most
c all of the
d many of the
49 Susan’s cousin is player on our soccer team.

a bad
b best
c worse
d the worst
50 Our neighbor the screen of his phone twice last year.

a breaks
b is breaking
c has broken
d broke
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51 A: I can’t forget to make a reservation at the restaurant before noon.
B: Don’t worry. you.
a I’m reminding
b I’ve reminded
c I’ll remind
d I remind
52 We for a hotel when the storm began.

a search
b will search
c have searched
d were searching
53 If you concentrate on your work, you usually waste a lot of time.

a don’t
b won’t
c didn’t
d couldn’t
54 I’m exhausted. to fix this machine since I got here this morning.
a I try
b I’ll try
c I tried
d I’ve been trying
55 Several bridges during the earthquake last year.

a badly damaged
b were badly damaged
c have badly damaged
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d were badly damaging

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56 The agency that our ideas for the poster seem a little old-fashioned.
a believes
b is believing
c was believed
d has been believing
57 Superhero movies are a kind of entertainment really attracted to.

a which
b I’m not
c who they
d that aren’t
58 More support to groups dealing with environmental issues.

a is providing
b might provide
c must be provided
d should be providing
59 Employees show their ID cards, or they couldn’t have access to the research facilities.
a were required to
b were allowed to
c didn’t have to
d could
60 Our math teacher made a hundred math problems in one hour.

a us to solve
b be solved
c us solve
d solve
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61 The process be very time-consuming before they launched the new system.
a might
b would
c ought to
d used to
62 After some time together, those on John’s team learned not to underestimate .
a each other
b himself
c another
d itself
63 The man next door asked me keep an eye on his apartment while he was away.
a I can
b would I
c if I could
d whether will I
64 Our niece is very hardworking and determined. She has never had any trouble her exams.
a to pass
b passing
c passed
d pass
65 If they the damage more carefully, they would have found these other problems.
a would assess
b had assessed
c have assessed
d would have assessed
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66 By this time next Monday, a new head of the sales department.
a we hire
b we’re hiring
c we’ll have hired
d we have been hiring
67 The consultants proposed a number of alternatives, the firm disregarded.

a much of what
b many of which
c some of whom
d none of whose
68 What a couple of relaxing days at an unspoiled beach.

a they actually plan
b did they actually plan
c they actually planned was
d have they actually planned are
69 We felt genuinely shocked. Never again at such an overrated place.

a ate we
b we will eat
c did eat we
d would we eat
70 Authorities recommend that everyone the highway until repairs are completed.
a avoid
b avoided
c would avoid
d is going to avoid
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PLACEMENT TEST ANSWER SHEET
Name Date
Score
Example: a b c b
1 a b c d 11 a b c d
10 a b c d 20 a b c d
SECTION II: READING

21 a b c d 31 a b c d
22 a b c d 32 a b c d
23 a b c d 33 a b c d
24 a b c d 34 a b c d
25 a b c d 35 a b c d
26 a b c d 36 a b c d
27 a b c d 37 a b c d
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28 a b c d 38 a b c d
29 a b c d 39 a b c d
30 a b c d 40 a b c d

a b c d a b c d a b c d
41 51 61
42 a b c d 52 a b c d 62 a b c d
43 a b c d 53 a b c d 63 a b c d
44 a b c d 54 a b c d 64 a b c d
45 a b c d 55 a b c d 65 a b c d
46 a b c d 56 a b c d 66 a b c d
47 a b c d 57 a b c d 67 a b c d
48 a b c d 58 a b c d 68 a b c d
49 a b c d 59 a b c d 69 a b c d
50 a b c d 60 a b c d 70 a b c d
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THE PLACEMENT TESTING PROGRAM5

TEACHER’S TEST MATERIALS8

STUDENT’S TEST MATERIALS 15

The Placement Test is a 70-item, multiple-choice test; consisting of a listening/functional language

ADMINISTRATION OF THE PLACEMENT TEST

SCORING OF THE PLACEMENT TEST

FINAL PLACEMENT FORM 9

Student’s Name Date

TEST SCORE RECOMMENDED LEVEL FINAL PLACEMENT LEVEL

Final Placement Form 9

SECTION III: LANGUAGE USE

Read the example situation and the item.

Example Situation: A man is asking a woman for directions.

The Science Museum .

[LISTEN TO THE EXAMPLE CONVERSATION.]

Now choose the best answer to complete the item.

Now go to Section I: Listening, on page 18, to begin the test.

Situation 2: Jessica is buying clothes.

Situation 3: Rachel and Michael are talking in a mall.

3 Rachel and Michael .

Situation 4: Andrew is talking to a waitress at a restaurant.

The test continues on page 19.

Situation 6: Jack is talking to his friend Olivia on the phone.

8 When Jack called Olivia, she .

The test continues on page 20.

10 Amanda and Patrick .

14 Nicole thinks that she got a low grade because .

15 In the end, Mr. Kushner .

The test continues on page 21.

16 After Lisa’s interview, she felt .

17 During the interview, Lisa .

18 According to Eric, can make a person seem intelligent.

d advises her not to be so proud of herself

This is the end of Section I: Listening.

Passage 1: An email, Subject: Greetings from Florida!

21 Heather every day.

Passage 2: Helen is getting married and I’m tired.

The test continues on page 24.

23 The Whitney Museum .

Passage 4: Is sitting unhealthy?

24 The article suggests that .

25 According to the article, office workers should .

26 The author of the blog post believes that .

The test continues on page 26.

28 Alex’s original goal at the bakery was to .

29 Alex got his idea .

30 The bakery owner .

31 The extra food was .

The test continues on page 27.

32 This article is aimed primarily at .

33 According to the author, some people may not realize .

c what information companies cannot legally collect

34 One way of increasing your chances of getting a good job is .

c having a profile that clearly shows your skills

35 The author online personal information to make hiring decisions.

The test continues on page 28.

36 The main idea of the article is that .

37 According to the article, many people with sleeping disorders .

39 Professor Cappuccio found that .

40 The article says that people experiencing sleep difficulties can .

This is the end of Section II: Reading.

41 My daughter sometimes to school with her friends.

THE PLACEMENT TESTING PROGRAM5

TEACHER’S TEST MATERIALS8

STUDENT’S TEST MATERIALS 15

FINAL PLACEMENT FORM 9

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