IGCSE ( Pre Foundation ) Test 3 Time allowed: ( 2 ) Hours
Subject : English as a Second Language Name: ---------------------------
Section A
I. Read the passage and answer all questions.
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II. Read the passage and answer all questions.
"The Rise of Tourism"
Tourism has become one of the most important industries in the world. Every year, millions of people
travel to new places for a holiday, work, or other reasons. This movement of people creates jobs
and brings money to different countries.
In the past, traveling was expensive, and only rich people could afford to travel abroad. However,
with the development of modern transport, such as airplanes and fast trains, more people can now
travel. Low-cost airlines make it possible for even more people to visit other countries without
spending too much money.
Tourism is not only good for the economy but also for understanding different cultures. When people
visit other countries, they learn about different traditions, food, and ways of life. This helps to create
a more connected and understanding world.
However, there are also some negative effects of tourism. In some places, too many tourists can
harm the environment, such as beaches and forests. Also, large numbers of tourists can cause
problems in small towns, making it hard for local people to live their normal lives. Governments and
businesses are working to solve these problems by promoting "responsible tourism." This means
tourists should respect the environment and the local culture.
In fact, tourism is growing fast and has many benefits, but it also brings challenges. It's important to
enjoy travel while taking care of the places we visit.
Multiple Choice Questions:
1. Why has tourism grown in recent years?
(a) Travel has become cheaper (b)Only rich people can travel
( c) Fewer people travel nowadays. (d) Travelling has become more difficult.
2. What is one benefit of tourism mentioned in the passage?
(a) It reduces the cost of transport. (b)It helps people understand different
cultures.
(c ) It harms the environment. (d)It makes travelling expensive.
3. What does “ responsible tourism” mean?
(a) Travelling to expensive places. (b)Travelling without spending any
money.
(c )Respecting the environment and local culture. (d)Travelling only for work.
4. What is one negative effect of tourism?
(a) It always helps small towns. (b)It harms beaches and forests.
(c )It makes transport slower. (d)It stops people from travelling abroad.
5. According to the passage, how do governments and business respond to tourism
challenges?
(a) By banning travle to small towns. (b)By building more hotels.
(c )By promoting responsible tourism. (d) By making travel more expensive.
I.(B) Match column A and column B.
1. harm a. impairment
[Link] b. advancement
3. expensive c. heritage
4. tradition d. lavish
[Link] e. hurdles
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Section B
III. Circle the correct answer.
1. I ______ (live) in the city, but now I prefer the countryside.
a) use to live b) used to living c) used to live d) used living
2. She is slowly ______ (work) the night shift.
a) getting used to work b) getting use to working c) getting used to working d) got used to
work
3. My brother always ______ (watch) TV after dinner.
a) watch b) watches c) watched d) watching
4. We ______ (go) to the beach last weekend.
a) go b) going c) went d) gone
5. He ______ (read) a book right now.
a) is read b) reading c) are reading d) is reading
6. I ______ (meet) Sarah tomorrow at 6 PM.
a) meet b) meeting c) am meeting d) will meet
7. They are ______ the bus stop waiting for their ride.
a) in b) on c) at d) into
8. I need _______ information before making decisions.
a) any b) some c) no d) many
9. While the researchers were analyzinf the data, they _____ an unexpected result.
a) were noticing b) noticed c) notice d) noticing
10. They ______ (work) at the same company.
a) working b) work c) works d) worked
11. I ______ (see) him at the mall yesterday.
a) saw b) see c) seeing d) seen
12. She ______ (cook) dinner at the moment.
a) cooks b) cooking c) is cooking d) cook
13. We ______ (fly) to London next week.
a) are flying b) fly c) flying d) flies
14. The meeting will start ______ 3 PM.
a) in b) on c) at d) into
15. She ______ (not/like) vegetables, but now she enjoys them.
a) didn’t used to like b) didn’t use to like c) didn’t use to liking d) not
used to like
16. There used to be _______ pollution in Singapore
a) a lot of b) few c) less d) a few
17. He ______ (play) tennis every Saturday.
a) plays b) playing c) played d) is playing
18. They ______ (finish) the project last week.
a) finish b) finishing c) finished d) finishes
19. We ______ (have) a meeting right now.
a) have b) are having c) having d) has
20. The party is ______ Saturday night.
a) in b) on c) at d) by
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Section C
IV. Complete the emails. Write ONE word in each space. Example : (0) ---–me----
Hi everyone,
A friend told --(0)-me---about this book website --(1) --------she knows I love reading. She said it’s really
good (2) ------------ I agree. It’s great to read when people (3) --------- age think about books.
I’ve just finished reading a brilliant book. (4) ------- is called “The Only One”. I don’t think (5) --------has
written about that on this website, so I thought I (6)-------- to write something!
Now I (7) -------- looking for a new book to read. (8) -------- you have any ideas? I like adventure stories,
(9) ---- I really don’t like the type of stories (10) -------- make you feel afraid.
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10 ´1= 10
V.
20 ´1= 20
[Link] the notes. Write an article explaining why you prefer reading the original book rather
than a film which has been adapted from a book.
Why I prefer reading a book
Paragraph 1
• Introduction: State your position
Paragraph 2
• Longer to read a book than watch a film.
• More enjoyment from books.
• Interesting details often cut from films.
Paragraph 3
• Need to use your imagination when reading a story.
• In films, director decides appearance of people and places, not you.
Paragraph 4
• Books a great way to relax.
• Can enter a world that author created.
• Can read a book anywhere. Very convenient.
Paragraph 5
• Conclusion : Repeat the main points.
Why I prefer reading a book
20 ´1= 20
