PLACEMENT TEST

I. Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently.

1. A. trapped B. damaged C. destroyed D. moved
2. A. university B. unit C. discuss D. computer
3. A. around B. various C. sound D. mountains
II. Choose the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
4. If more people really care about the environment, there ________ less pollution.
A. will be B. would have C. will have D. would be
5. “Would you mind ________ me on Instagram, Lindsey?” - “Sure, why not?”
A. being followed B. follow C. to follow D. following
6. We ________ news on TV when we heard a big noise.
A. watching B. watch C. were watching D. watched
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7. The final examination will be held ________ July 10 , 2008.
A. on B. in C. at D. to
8. It’s raining outside; ________, the kids are still playing in the garden.
A. however B. therefore C. otherwise D. and
9. Lan: Do you fancy going out for a drink? - Mai: ________.
A. I usually drink tea. B. Sure, thanks.
C. Why are you asking? D. No, I prefer coffee
10. Jane ________ things at the discount stores, she only goes there for fun.
A. doesn’t often buy B. doesn’t buy often
C. often doesn’t buy D. doesn’t often buys
III. Give the correct form of the verb in the bracket.
11. If you (not work) ……………………………. harder, you will not be successful.
12+ 13. Mary (watch) …………………….. TV when the phone (ring) ………………
IV. Read the passage and circle the letter A, B, C, or D to answer each of the questions.
Two of the most dangerous storms which affect America are hurricanes and tornadoes. They are
very much feared by anyone who may live in the path of their destruction. Every year homes are
destroyed by their fury and often lives are lost. Most people who live near the coast are forced to evacuate
their homes and to move to safer areas until the storm passes. Floods are caused along the coasts by both
the heavy rain and a storm tide that is considerably above normal water level. The high winds, coastal
flooding and heavy rains associated with a hurricane cause enormous damage. Hurricanes usually develop
between July and October. Once they hit land, they carry tremendous power with driving rain and wind.
Tornadoes are violent low-pressured storms. These storms occur most often during the summer
months and are noticeable by their strong wind and lack of rain. The sky turns black as dust is sucked up
into the air. Tornadoes are capable of lifting quite heavy objects from the ground. They can pick up trees
and cars right into the air and even uplift heavier objects such as homes and railway cars.
Both hurricanes and tornadoes cause millions of dollars’ worth of damage to life and property
every year. Today they can be predicted more easily than in the past, but they cannot be stopped or
ignored.
14. What are two of the most dangerous storms which affect America?
A. Thunderstorms and hurricanes. B. Hurricanes and tornadoes.
C. Hurricanes and typhoons. D. Typhoons and thunderstorms.
15. Which of the following is TRUE about tornadoes and hurricanes?
A. They are easier to control today than in the past.
B. They can be predicted more easily today than in the past.
C. They cannot be predicted today with greater accuracy.
D. They cannot be predicted with accuracy.
16. What does the word “They” refer to?
A. Hurricanes B. Tornadoes C. Heavy objects D. Storms
17. What is the major similarity between a hurricane and a tornado?
A. They can cause great damage to life and property. B. They have either wind or speed.
C. They cover only a small area. D. They are not accompanied by rain.
18. When do hurricanes usually develop?
A. Between July and October. B. July and August only.
C. All the year round. D. From the seventh to the ninth month.
V. Choose the sentence that is CLOSEST in meaning to each of the following questions.
19. It is not a good idea to skip breakfast.
A. You must not skip breakfast. B. You should not skip breakfast.
C. You don’t have to skip breakfast. D. You can’t skip breakfast.
20. She runs faster than her brother.
A. Her brother runs the fastest. B. Her brother runs as fast as her.
C. Her brother doesn’t run as fast than her. D. Her brother runs more slowly than her.

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