Exercise 1: Resolutions & Opportunities
A. Personal Reflections
Complete the sentences with your own ideas:
1. This year, my resolution is to __________________________.
2. An opportunity I would like to have is __________________________.
B. Combining Ideas
Rewrite each pair of sentences as one sentence using “so”:
1. I wanted to improve my English. I enrolled in a speaking course.
2. I was tired. I went to bed early.
Exercise 2: Connecting Ideas with “so, nor, neither”
A. Using “so”
Combine the following sentences using “so”:
1. It was raining. I took an umbrella.
B. Using “nor/neither”
Combine the following negative sentences using “nor” or “neither”:
1. I do not like apples. I do not like oranges.
Exercise 3: Auxiliary Verbs
A. Identify the Auxiliaries
Underline the auxiliary verbs in these sentences:
1. She is studying for her exams.
2. Do you like to read?
3. They have finished the project.
B. Negative Forms
Rewrite the sentences from part A in the negative form:
1.
2.
3.
Exercise 4: Primary & Secondary Stress in Multi-Syllable Words
Instructions: For each word, mark the primary stress by capitalizing the syllable that is most
strongly pronounced. If you know the secondary stress, underline that syllable.
1. photograph
Example Answer: PHOtograph
(Primary stress on “PHO”; underline if you want to mark secondary stress.)
2. university
Example Answer: uniVERsity
(Primary stress on “VER”.)
Note: Feel free to use any marking system you prefer (e.g., bolding or underlining) to indicate
stress.
Exercise 5: Speaking Confidently & Positively
A. Positive Self-Talk
Write three positive sentences you can say to yourself every morning to boost your confidence.
For example, “I am capable and strong.”
1.
2.
3.
B. Role-Play Prompt
In pairs, practice a short dialogue where you introduce yourself confidently. Use phrases like:
• “Hello, my name is … and I believe …”
• “I am excited to …”
Prepare for a 1-minute conversation with your partner.
Exercise 6: Vocabulary for Education, Feelings, Travel & Sports
A. Fill in the Blanks
Use the words from the list below to complete the sentences.
Word Bank: lecture, excited, tournament, assignment, nervous, adventure
1. The professor gave an interesting __________ on modern art.
2. I feel __________ when I travel to a new city.
3. Our team is preparing for the __________ next weekend.
4. I have an __________ due tomorrow for my English class.
5. He was __________ before his first day at the new school.
B. Creative Writing
Write a short paragraph (80–100 words) describing a memorable trip or school event. Use at
least two vocabulary words from the list above.
Exercise 7: Present Tenses & Modal Verbs
A. Simple Present
Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verb in parentheses:
1. Every day, I __________ (study) English.
2. She __________ (go) to the gym on Mondays.
B. Modal Verbs
Choose the correct modal verb to complete each sentence:
1. I __________ (can/may) help you with your homework.
2. You __________ (should/might) call your friend if you are worried.
Exercise 8: Used to/Didn’t Use to & Simple Past Passive
A. Used to/Didn’t Use to
Complete the sentences:
1. I used to __________ when I was a child.
2. I didn’t use to __________, but now I do.
B. Simple Past Passive Transformation
Rewrite these active sentences in the passive voice:
1. Active: The chef cooked the meal.
Passive: The meal was cooked by __________________.
2. Active: The teacher corrected the papers.
Passive: The papers were corrected by __________________.
Exercise 9: Have/Get Something Done & Phrasal Verbs
A. Have/Get Something Done
Rewrite the following sentences using the structure “have/get something done”:
1. I fixed my car.
2. She mended her dress.
B. Phrasal Verbs in Context
Write one sentence for each of the following phrasal verbs:
1. check in: __________________________________________________
2. set off: __________________________________________________
3. carry on: __________________________________________________
4. put off: __________________________________________________
C. Story Writing
Write a short narrative (100–150 words) that includes at least two of the above phrasal verbs and
one sentence using “have/get something done.”
These exercises are designed to encourage practice with both grammar and vocabulary while
integrating speaking and writing skills. Feel free to adjust the instructions or difficulty based on
your students’ levels.
Cambridge English Revision Test
Instructions:
• Answer all questions.
• Write your answers clearly on the answer sheet.
• Use British English spelling where applicable.
• The total mark for this test is 50 points.
Section A: Grammar and Language Tasks (35 marks)
1. Sentence Combination (6 marks)
Combine the following pairs of sentences into one sentence using the appropriate connector
(“so”, “nor”, or “neither”).
(Each correct answer is worth 3 marks.)
a) I was very tired. I went straight to bed.
__________________________________________
b) I do not enjoy horror movies. I do not like thrillers.
__________________________________________
2. Auxiliary Verbs (4 marks)
In each of the following sentences, underline the auxiliary verb.
a) She is reading a book.
__________________________________________
b) Do you know the answer?
__________________________________________
(Each correct identification is worth 2 marks.)
3. Phonetic Stress (2 marks)
Write the word photograph and indicate the syllable with the primary stress by writing it in
CAPITAL LETTERS.
__________________________________________
4. Tenses and Modal Verbs (4 marks)
Complete the following sentences by filling in the blank with the correct form.
a) Every morning, I __________ (study) English.
__________________________________________
b) You __________ (should/can) try to speak confidently during presentations.
__________________________________________
(Each correct answer is worth 2 marks.)
5. Used to / Passive Transformation (7 marks)
a) Rewrite the following sentence in the passive voice:
Active: The teacher graded the tests.
Passive: __________________________________________
(3 marks)
b) Complete the sentence using “used to” or “didn’t use to”:
I __________ play video games, but now I rarely have time.
__________________________________________
(2 marks)
c) Rewrite the following sentence using the structure “have/get something done”:
I fixed my bicycle.
__________________________________________
(2 marks)
6. Phrasal Verbs (4 marks)
a) Write one sentence using the phrasal verb set off appropriately in context.
__________________________________________
__________________________________________
(4 marks)
Section B: Writing Task (15 marks)
Writing Task:
Write a narrative of approximately 150–200 words about a travel experience that changed your
perspective. In your narrative, include all of the following:
• A sentence that mentions a personal resolution or opportunity.
• At least one sentence using modal verbs in the simple present.
• A sentence that employs the “have/get something done” structure.
• At least two phrasal verbs integrated naturally into your text.
• Use a friendly, confident tone throughout your writing.
Marking Criteria:
• Content & Organisation (6 marks): Clear structure, all required elements included.
• Language Accuracy (6 marks): Correct use of grammar (tenses, modals, passive, used to) and
vocabulary.
• Fluency & Style (3 marks): Confident, friendly tone with natural use of phrasal verbs.
End of Test
Good luck!
