ENGLISH TEST MAY 2011
1.- VOCABULARY
1. Ive learnt a lot of this trip. It has been a profitable/rewarding experience.
2. Climbing the mountain was exhausting but it was well worth/first rate the effort.
3. Figures published today show another fall in the rate/rage of inflation.
4. Which universities have you applied for/broken of?
5. My time this summer will be disappointed/devoted to writing my book.
6. Mary didnt go out. She dropped/remained at home all day.
7. A large crowd has been gathering/nourishing to greet the team when their plane lands.
8. Severe lack/crave of food for a long period causes starvation.
9. When you are willing/accurate, you offer or agree to something.
10.I went to a boarding school. I felt so lonely/alone all the time!
[Link] sweat/achieve better results if you take some time to relax.
12.I realize/released that Ill have to study hard to become a TV presenter.
[Link] brightly- coloured cartoon characters will really appeal/approach.
[Link] emissions are endangered/damaging the environment.
[Link] went to a doctor who helped him carry out/deal with his overweight.
[Link] are liable/disposable to make mistakes when we are tired.
[Link] area is remarkable/disruptive for its countryside.
[Link] weather enrolled/wrecked all our plants.
[Link] didnt answer my question immediately. He ignored/hesitated before he answered
it.
[Link] famous Irish band U2 has recorded a new album. It will be available/afordable
on January 1st.
2.- COMPLETE WITH THE CORRET FORM OF THE VERBS IN BRACKETS.
1. Are you sure this information is
(rely)? yes, it comes from the
most
(prestige)
(science) in the world.
2. In many countries the issue of the religious
(instruct) in public schools has
assumed critical
(important).
3. The fictional characters in Forsythes novels are the result of
(careful)
elaboration.
4. As a result of the latest
(science) discoveries, we face moral dilemmas
5. I was very
(embarrassment) when a complete strange invited me for
drink.
3.- COMPLETE WITH THE CORRECT MODAL OR MODAL PERFECT (AFFIRMATIVE OR
NEGATIVE) AND THE VERB IN BRACKETS.
1. Sheila isnt answering the phone. She
(be) out.
2. Michael
(be) in Murcia. I have seen him this morning. He
(change)his ticket. Im not sure .
3. Its very cold. You
(take) a jacket. I
(take) one, Im wearing two
sweaters.
4. Youd better turn the music down. Your neighbours
(complain).
5. I feel ill, I
(spend) too many hours in the sun.
You
(listen) to me when I tell you to be careful.
4.- REWRITE ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.(10)
1. The mechanic has repaired my bike.(CAUSATIVE)
2. Last week someone redecorated my room.(CAUSATIVE)
3. Its possible that Daniel gets lost. (MODAL)
4. They won the match?? Thats impossible. (MODAL)
5. It was possible that someone had stolen Janes wallet.(MODAL)
6. It wasnt necessary for you to hurry.(MODAL)
7. It was a bad idea not to bring our umbrellas. (MODAL)
8. I met a boy with whom I have corresponded for the last six months. (RELATIVE)
9. This small restaurant has the best Thai food, but few people know about it. (RELATIVE)
[Link] is my best friend. Her father is a famous film producer.(RELATIVE)
5.- REWRITE WITH THE WORDS IN BRACKETS.(11)
1. My advice to you is to eat more healthy food.(if)
2. Sarah felt ill because she had eaten too much chocolate cake.(if)
3. I didnt take a sweater last night and now Ive got a cold.(wish)
4. I wont come out tonight. Im too tired.(wish)
5. I love studying. I want to go to university.(wish)
6. I cant see if I dont wear my glasses. (unless)
7. I last saw you two years ago.(for)
8. It wasnt necessary for us to hurry because the train was late.(We)
9. Jane arrived late at the party. Dinner started before she arrived.(By the time)
[Link] sure theres a way of stopping illegal hunting. (must)
11.I hate going to beaches if they are crowded.(which)
6.- COMPLETE WITH A PURPOSE CONNECTOR.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
I went to the shops
The teacher made us seat apart
Ann came here
She took an umbrella
Hellen will play the piano
some eggs.
we couldnt cheat.
meet the director.
get wet.
her friends can dance.
7.- WRITE INTO REPORTED SPEECH.(14)
1. Where did your family live last year?, I told the boy.
2. Come here immediately, Tim, she ordered.
3. How much do you expect to earn this year? said Lindas boss.
4. You will have to wait. This bank doesnt open till 10 am. said the bank clerk.
5. No, I certainly wont do your homework, Tim.
6. Will Lisa be safe on her own? Her father wondered.
7. What about having a drink at O`Haras?Mick told Margie.
8. Shall I give you a hand with your suitcase?
9. You should go to bed right now. Said my mum.
[Link] you go up this road, youll get lost, the man said.
[Link] forget to bring the wine, said Tom to Susan.
[Link] sorry, Im late, said the teacher.
[Link] bring the books before the lesson has finished, the student said to his teacher.
[Link] wasnt me who stole your bag, he child said.
8.- WRITE INTO THE PASSIVE.(7)
1. The Queen will open the exhibition next Monday.
2. The nurse must put him a bandage before leaving hospital.
3. The government has increased the taxes this year.
4. People say that inflation rates will fall. (two passive forms).
5. Why did the police stop you?
6. They broke into Alices house after breakfast.
