Mrs Dziri Mid Term 1 Khaled Ibn El Walid

English Test Secondary School

4th Form SC I 1 October 2019 Student Name : ………………….

I- COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS (8 marks)

Listen to the text and :

1) Tick the correct option : The text is mainly about : (1 mark) :
a- Holidaying in an island
b- Walking on an island
c- Canoeing on an island

2) Complete the following statements (2 marks) :

a- Flights to Maldives would land on ……………………………………………………………….

b- You have to apply skin lotions on your body, if ……………………………………………

3) Correct the following false statements (2 marks) :

a- Hulhule island is very far from the Maldives.
…………………………………………………………………………………………
b- The Maldives used to be ruled by governors.
…………………………………………………………………………………………
4) Circle the suitable function corresponding to the statement (1 mark) :

STATEMENT FUNCTIONS
You have to apply skin lotions a- Expressing acceptance
on your body. b- Expressing obligation
c- Expressing approval

SPELLING :
Listen to the text and complete the following statement (1 mark) :
You could either meet your holiday representative if you have already arranged
your travel plans through a travel agent, which is........................., or you could book a hotel
resort. Moreover, if you want to.....................................your currency, there is a foreign
counter to assist you.

PRONUNCIATION :
Listen to the text and put the suitable word for the corresponding sound (1 mark) :

changed / lotions [ʃ] ………………..…

agent / assist [ ei] …..………………

II- LANGUAGE (12 marks)
1) Fill in the blanks with 8 words from the following box (4 marks) :
guided - for - wonderful – destinations – populated - of – schedule – sandy – truly – guide

Scotland is known for its idyllic landscape, and the nation that gifted
the world Scotch. Places to visit in Scotland are mostly...................................nature’s havens,
and this includes beaches. Beaches in Scotland should be included in your Scotland travel
……………….…………….., simply because they are not your regular over-crowded beach
…………………………….. . The coastal side of Scotland is more so romantic, where you can expect
peace...................................mind. An ideal escapade with plenty of nature’s gifts, beaches in
Scotland are perfect.......................................that long-awaited holiday, something that is a
far-cry from most other holidays. So in between your hectic sightseeing...............................,
do take some time out to visit these wondrous beaches of Scotland. A white
……………………………… beach that is mostly quiet, you will find this one in the island of
Berneray. Berneray in itself is a scarcely...................................place, with people living in the
Sound of Harris, apart from Boreray. You can in fact see the Harris Mountains to your north.

2) Put the bracketed words in the right Form and / or Tense (4 marks) :
Not all walking trips involve climbing rocky crags or fording torrential rivers. Some of
the (good)............................walks in the world may well be on your doorstep. Still, for
a holiday experience, few holidays cost (little)..............................or promise more in the way
of memorable experiences. Walking holidays can (guide)................................., in groups, or
you can do them yourself. Recently, we (include)........................................not only the most
famous and (good)...................................known walks in the world, but also some rambles
and tracks. Walks can be (spiritual)...................................uplifting, in hot sunshine or in misty
drizzle—whatever kind of walking holiday you prefer, it (be).............................both valuable
exercise, and an almost effortless activity to get you out into your local surroundings, or to
see the world. Above all, walking (provide)......................................the basis of not only a
memorable holiday with a chance to mix culture, food and landscape, but an inexpensive
one too, that gets you fit and works for all ages. So get walking.

3) Circle the correct alternative to get a coherent paragraph (4 marks) :

Thailand has been one of the most sought after travel destination for most Indians.
And while we have read all (of – on – about) the popular places
like Bangkok, Pattaya, Phuket, and Phi Phi Islands, among others; there is another part of
Thailand (whom – that – who) stays hidden from the majority. The raw and natural
(beautiful – beautifully – beauty) of Thailand encapsulates everything from unexplored
islands (too – at – to) serene green forests bustling with wildlife. But how (do – did – does)
one plan the perfect day out soaking in Thailand’s raw natural wonders? Here’s your guide to
making the (more – much – most) of your Thailand Holiday, feat the roads less trampled.
Whether you are looking to (enjoy – tour – ride) a luxurious holiday experience or unwind
on a budget, Koh Samui is one place in Thailand. The second (larger – large – largest)
island in Thailand, Koh Samui is set far away from the chaos of the traditional Thai
locations.