Level Three Middle Test
Name: ______________ Time:____________ Score:
Part A: Read the reading and circle the right question for every word.
Politeness in American Culture
In every country, there are rules about how to behave. Most of these rules are not written down. Some of
these unwritten rules have to do with the space around you.
People in the United States like to think that they have an invisible "personal space" around them. If you
come into their personal space, they will be unhappy. Even in crowds, people in the U.S. try not to touch people
who they don't know. If you get on a bus or train and there are many empty seats, you shouldn't sit right next to
someone.
Americans also like to have personal space around them while they talk to people. How far away should you
stand when you talk to someone? In the U.S., the proper distance is about the length of one arm. In some
countries, the distance is much closer, but standing closer makes most Americans uncomfortable.
In a public place like a library, the personal space gets even bigger. There, it includes a person's books,
papers, and other personal items. Another person should not come into the space where those things are.
Another person should not touch those items without being told that it is OK. This feeling about personal items
is also true of roommates. If you live with an American roommate, you should not use their things without
asking.
Another idea about personal space has to do with noise. It is not polite to be very loud in a public place. You
should be careful not to be too noisy in a place like a restaurant. It can even be rude to be noisy outside,
especially if it is late at night or early in the morning. This includes talking loudly or shouting, playing loud
music, or making loud noises with a car.
Other countries may have different ideas about politeness and personal space. But if you visit the U.S., be
sure to give other people lots of room!
1. Personal space is ____.
o something you can't see
o something you can see
o something people write about
2. If a bus in the U.S. has a lot of empty seats, you should sit ____.
o in any seat you like
o next to another person
o far from other people
3. While talking to an American, an acceptable distance to stand from them is about as long as ____.
o four feet
o two seats
o an arm
4. What might happen if you come into an American's personal space?
o They will push you away.
o They will feel uncomfortable.
o They will talk quietly.
5. What should you do if you live with an American roommate?
o Stand closer when you talk to them.
o Ask permission before you use their things.
o Share your things with them.
6. Personal space is ____ in public places than in conversation.
o smaller
o about the same
o larger
7. In the U.S., it is good manners to ____.
o talk quietly in public
o drive your car quickly
o play classical music
8. When should you avoid being noisy outside?
o at 5 p.m.
o at 6 a.m.
o at noon
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Part B: Complete the sentences using the correct question tags.
1. You're addicted to shopping, __________________?
2. They weren't part of the regular team, __________________?
3. You can't give it back to the owner, __________________?
4. Let's take a day off tomorrow, __________________?
5. She has her hair styled every week, __________________?
6. Mum will be happy to see you, __________________?
7. John keeps talking all the time. That's disgusting, __________________?
8. They haven't ever bought a new car, __________________?
9. I'm such a good swimmer, __________________?
10.He wouldn't agree with you, __________________?
Part C: Chose the right option for each number.
1. “My friend can’t go to the theatre tonight.” - ___
A) Neither can I
B) B) So can I
C) C)I don’t either
D) D)Neither do I
E) E) So can he
2. haven’t read “David Copperfield” by Charles Dickens.
A) Neither has my brother.
B) Neither can I.
C)So, did I
D)Either does he.
E) Haven’t they?
3. Sally didn't come. ............................ her sister.
A. Neither did
B. So did
C. Neither does
4. I want to go. ......................... do I.
A. So
B. Neither
C. Nor
5. I like classical music. ....................... do I.
A. So
B. Neither
C. Nor
Part D: Rectify the mistakes in the following sentences.
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Part E: Choose the correct answer for each question.
1. If someone is highly motivated, they are likely to:
a) Give up easily b) Work hard to achieve a goal
c) Avoid challenges d) Ignore responsibilities
2. A person who performs a task effectively is doing it:
a) In a slow and careless way b) With great effort but no success
c) In a way that produces the desired result d) Without any concern for quality
3. Which of the following best describes an enthusiastic person?
a) Uninterested and indifferent b) Full of energy and excitement
c) Always tired and unmotivated d) Hesitant and doubtful
4. A complex problem is one that:
a) Is very easy to solve b) Has multiple parts and is difficult to understand
c) Can be ignored d) Requires no effort to solve
5. A specialized skill means:
a) A general ability that everyone has b) Something basic and common
c) A skill that is specific and requires expertise d) A simple task anyone can do
Part F: Fill in the blanks with the correct word: female, identify, smooth skin, or explain.
1. The scientist was able to _______ the new species based on its features.
2. She takes good care of her face, which is why she has _______.
3. A lioness is a _______ lion.
4. Can you _______ why the sky is blue?
5. The detective had to _______ the suspect using security footage.
Part G: Circle the sentence that is correct.
1. The meeting time
a. The meeting was first planned for 9 a.m.
b. The meeting was first planned for 11 a.m.
c. The meeting was first planned for 1 p.m.
2. Moving the meeting
a. Lucy wants to cancel the meeting.
b. Lucy wants to bring the meeting forward.
c. Lucy wants to postpone the meeting.
3. The new meeting time
a. The new meeting time is 9 a.m.
b. The new meeting time is 11 a.m.
c. The new meeting time is 1 p.m.
4. The agenda
a. Anna has already sent the agenda.
b. Anna is sending the agenda now.
c. Anna will send the agenda later.
5. Lucy’s presentation
a. Lucy is nervous about her presentation.
b. Lucy is looking forward to her presentation.
c. Lucy isn’t ready to give her presentation.
6. Telling the other people
a. Lucy will tell the others about the time change.
b. Sven will tell the others about the time change.
c. Anna will tell the others about the time change.
