PART 1
0. Example
I _______ drunk three cups of coffee this morning
a) Have
b) Am
c) Are
1. Jake’s car is in the garage. He _______ be home.
a) could
b) can
c) must
2. If I _______ taller, I would be better at basketball.
a) am
b) could
c) were
3. She _______ that she would be late.
a) said
b) told
c) asked
4. I have a boat _______ is blue.
a) who
b) which
c) whose
5. My city is _______ than New York.
a) smaller
b) smallest
c) small
6. I would love _______ dinner with you.
a) having
b) to have
c) have
7. My parents always _______ me vacuum the house.
a) tell
b) let
c) make
c)
8. I _______ the magazine by the time a new one arrived in the mail.
a) had finished
b) finished
c) was finishing
9. I was out of town! I _______ have committed the crime!
a) couldn’t
b) wouldn’t
c) shouldn’t
10. Would you like _______ cereal for breakfast?
a) a
b) the
c) –
11. Colt _______ to the store yesterday.
a) go
b) went
c) gone
12. I live _______ Canada.
a) at
b) on
c) in
13. When I lived in Colombia, I _______ drive to work.
a) was
b) was used to
c) used to
14. She’s your cousin, _______ she?
a) isn’t
b) doesn’t
c) wasn’t
15. I’m lost. _______ you help me, please?
a) Should
b) Could
c) Shall
16. I was hungry, _______ I ate a sandwich.
a) so
b) and
c) but
17. I have lived in Toronto _______ 3 months.
a) since
b) for
c) from
18. He got injured while they _______ soccer.
a) was playing
b) were playing
c) had played
d)
19. If you _______ a decision, I will support you.
a) make
b) made
c) could make
20. I _______ from Moscow, but now I live in New York.
a) am coming
b) come
c) was
21. I don’t really get _______ with my older sister. We always fight.
a) around
b) in
c) along
22. The concert was called _______ because the singer was sick.
a) off
b) on
c) in
23. If I _______ schools, we wouldn’t have met.
a) wasn’t changed
b) didn’t change
c) hadn’t changed
24. You work _______ hard! Take a break or you’ll burn out.
a) too
b) so
c) very
25. By the end of next week, I _______ my course.
a) will finish
b) will have finished
c) will be finished
PART 2
26. Select a word from the list that has the most similar meaning to the word
on the left.
annoy Bother
Choose Argue
Train Deliver
Think Try
send Teach
Struggle
Believe
push
Pick
Challenge
jump
PART 3
27. Complete each definition using a word from the list. Use each word once
only. You will not need five of the words.
To interact with other people is to Watch
To perform in a play is to Socialize
To stop because you are nervous is to Rush
To let someone go from a job is to Act
To find the size of something is to Sleep
Cover
Fire
Stretch
Hesitate
Stop
measure
28. Finish each sentence using a word from the list. Use each word once only.
You will not need five of the words.
The president is going to give a ………….. today about his new healthcare policies.
My friend’s band is playing a …………. at our local pub next Friday night.
This T-shirt I bought is such ………….. quality. It ripped as soon as I washed it.
Grace lost a lot of weight! She has a very active and healthy………….
On my way home from work today, a police officer gave me a………… for speeding.
A - gig B - music C - cheap
D - plan E - wage F - lifestyle
G - discussion H - statement I - fine
J - tricky K - good
29. Select a word from the list that has the most similar meaning to the word
on the left
trip graveyard
cementery park
boat car
town journey
custom village
ship
clothes
outfit
tradition
fight
30. Select a word from the list that is most often used with the word on the
left. Use each word once only. You will not need five of the words.
express boots
heavy history
rich image
high expectations
spitting potatoes
information
bus
face
insects
pounds
traffic
READING
1. Choose the word that fits in the gap. the first one is done for you.
Hey Lewis,
I need some help finding a dress.
Do you …………… coming to the mall with me? (mind /can /please)
My cousin´s wedding is ……. Two weeks. (at / on / in)
The dress ………. Be formal. (might / can / should)
I hate trying clothes ………………. Without a second opinion. (in / on / off)
I can pick you …………. At 4:00pm if you are free. (around / up / on)
Love,
Helen
2. The sentences below are from a biography. Order the sentences to make a
story. The first sentence of the story is an example.
A – This report gives information regarding public transportation in the city.
B – They all agreed that there is not enough service in morning rush hours.
C – If we do this, we will have more satisfied customers.
D – We interviewed 1000 citizens who take the bus at least 5 days a week.
E – Additionally, they said that the buses are too crowded.
F – This is why we believe we must add more vehicles to busy routes.
3. The sentences below are from some directions. Put the sentences in the
right order. The first sentence is done for you.
A – If you are visiting our Bed and Breakfast for the first time, please read the
instructions carefully.
B – Then, she will give you the key and show you around the apartment.
C – Before you check out, please leave the key in the mailbox.
D – At this time, you can also ask her any questions about things to do in the
area.
E – During your stay, you can use any of the flat´s amenities at your leisure.
F – Jessica, our host, will greet you on arrival.
4. Read the four opinions posted on a film forum. Then, answer the
questions.
How was the movie?
Person A
I had high expectations for this film. It’s a sequel I had been looking forward to
since the end of the last one. I even went to the cinema alone so that I wouldn’t
be interrupted by anyone. But, was I ever let down! The special effects were so
unrealistic and poorly done. There was very little character development and
too many plot holes in the story line. I can’t believe I waited a whole year for
that. The only saving grace was the lead actor. He played his part well, but I
can’t say the same for the others.
Person B
I don’t really like watching movies in the cinema. I would much rather stay in
and stream one at home. My friends really wanted to see this new film, so I
joined them on a whim. The tickets cost an arm and a leg and I couldn’t believe
the prices for concessions! I could buy 3 packages of popcorn at the
supermarket for the price of medium size! Was the movie good? Well, yes, it
was alright, but I could have done without spending all that money!
Person C
Normally, I avoid films that are based on books that I have read. I don’t feel like
they ever do the literature any justice. However, this one was the exception.
The director really respected the author’s vision and included all the necessary
plot points. Of course, some details were missing, but if they were included, the
film would be like 6 hours long. The set was also amazing. Overall, I can’t find a
flaw! That being said, I still don’t think I’ll watch any other book-based movies.
Person D
I can’t stand musicals. I think there are too many dance numbers and not
enough content. So, I was hesitant when my girlfriend wanted to go watch one. I
can’t believe I am admitting it, but it blew me away! The emotion of the actors
was incredible. I laughed. I cried. I did think it could include a bit more dialogue
though. Action films are still my favourite, but I definitely will give musicals
another chance after enjoying this one so much.
1. Watched a different genre?
2. attended the cinema unaccompanied?
3. disliked the experience?
4. thought the film was perfect?
5. watched the movie impulsively?
6. only liked part of the cast?
7. would watch something similar in the future?
5. Read the text. Match the headings to the paragraphs. The answer to
question 0 is an example. There is one heading that you will not
use.
Pizza: Everything you need to know.
0.When you think of pizza, you probably envision a circular pie with tomato
sauce, cheese and pepperoni. However, this wasn’t always the form it took.
There are references to a bread served with toppings such as cheese and
mushrooms dating back to ancient Greece and Rome. A mention of this meal is
even mentioned in Virgil’s literary classic, The Aeneid, where the men feast on
vegetable-topped bread.
1.Although people have been enjoying a version of pizza since ancient times,
modern pizza has its beginnings in Naples, Italy, dating back to the 18th
century. Many people lived in poverty and needed food that was inexpensive to
prepare and quick to consume. Tomatoes were a new commodity to Europe,
and they were a cheap topping to add on to oven-baked flatbread. Other
ingredients included lard, garlic and horse cheese. Due to the population’s on-
the-go lifestyle, this food was often sold in the streets and eaten standing up.
2.Despite this dish being associated with the lower class, a shift in opinion
occurred with King Umberto I and Queen Margherita visited the city in 1889.
The pair were given an assortment of pizzas to try, but the one that won the
Queen over included basil, mozzarella and tomato sauce. She loved it so much
that they named the pizza after her- the Margherita. Asides from the delicious
combination of flavours, the colours on the pizza represent the green, white and
red of the Italian flag. Shortly after the royal couple tried this regional specialty,
it became a national dish.
3.Furthermore, Italian immigrants took this recipe with them to the United States
of America in the 20th century. The first pizzeria was said to have opened up in
New York in 1905, fewer than 20 years after its fame in Italy. Similar restaurants
in Italian-American communities began to pop up shortly after. However, the
craving for pizza did not stop there. When American soldiers returned home
from World War II, they desired the taste of the European delicacy they had
become accustomed to while abroad. Soon, restaurants all over the nation were
offering pizza on their menus.
4.As the world became more globalized, a variety of changes to suit local tastes
were introduced, much to the disapproval of the original Neapolitan founders.
Moving away from the traditional shape is Chicago’s deep-dish style pizza. This
dish resembles a pie, where ingredients are layered in a cake pan and baked
for over 30 minutes. Some of these modifications have become internationally
recognized. The infamous Hawaiian style pizza, topped with pineapple and
ham, was actually invented by a Greek-immigrant in Canada in the 1960s as a
unique measure to attract more customers.
5.In addition to its ingredients, pizza also adapted to modern society. Chain
restaurants, such as Pizza Hut and Dominos, began in the early 1960s and
have spread around the world. The latter is even associated with the
popularization of pizza delivery. It’s no surprise that today, Dominos operates in
over 90 countries around the world. Concurrently, the invention of frozen pizza
made its debut around this time. Consumers were now able to purchase a box
of ready-made pizza from their local supermarket and heat it up at home at their
leisure and convenience.
6.The admiration for pizza did not stop in people’s stomachs. Like its mention in
classical literature, it even made it onto the big screen. Who could forget Julia
Roberts in Eat, Pray, Love when she tastes pizza in Naples and professes her
love for it? Even fictional characters, like the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles were
also quite fond of this meal.
7.Today, its popularity is undisputed and you can find pizza all over the world.
While ordering pineapple on a pizza will be met with disgust in Italy, Naples is
making an effort to maintain the original form’s authenticity. In an effort to
preserve the sanctity of its beloved dish, Italy has passed some laws claiming
what truly qualifies as a Neapolitan pizza. This legislation specifically outlines
the type of ingredients, oven and temperatures used to make the dish. Despite
this, regional pizzas such as the thin-crust version in the Apulian region, or the
square-cut Roman style are still allowed to exist without protest.
A - Ancient Versions
B – Protecting a Legacy
C – Modern Origins
D – International Expansion
E – Pizza in Pop Culture
F – Important Ingredients
G – Flavour Modifications
H – Changed Perspectives
I – Convenient Innovations
