ENGLISH 2nd TERM EXAM
NAME: _________________ DATE:_____________
MARKS:
PART 1:
In this part you have to look at very short texts, such as signs and messages,
postcards, notes, emails, labels etc.
PART 2:
The people below are all looking for a place to stay while they are on holiday in Torquay, a busy
town in the south of England. Read about 8 types of accommodation. Decide which
accommodation would be most suitable for each person.
A Peace Haven
Located right on the sea front, our hostel is popular with surfers. Plenty of parking and
storage for equipment. Drying room and laundry. Prepare your own meals in our
large kitchen, or eat out at one of the many seafood restaurants nearby.
Accommodation is in shared male and female dormitories.
B Palm Court
Just a five minute walk from the beach, Palm Court Caravan Park is perfect for
families. Kids will love the adventure playground and heated pool with its slides and
wave machine. Entertainers perform twice a week. For parents, there’s a hot tub
and bar. A babysitting service is also available in the evenings.
C Diana and Arturo’s
Get creative in our quiet guest house in the hills. Enjoy sea views without the crowds.
Diana teaches courses in sculpture, and Arturo runs painting classes. Come for one
night or stay for a month! Guests who stay here say they love meeting new people
and enjoying our huge evening meals on the terrace. Over 16s only.
D Dolphin Hotel
Its central location makes Dolphin Hotel a great place to stay if you want to
experience the best of Torquay. The harbour, with its bars, nightclubs and
restaurants, is on our doorstep. The shops and train station are just around the corner.
Our bar is open from 7pm and we serve breakfast until midday – perfect if you’ve
had a late night!
E Holly Tree Farm
Experience country living at Holly Tree farm. We have five cottages to rent, each
with between 3 and 5 beds. Rent one or two cottages or rent all five if you have a
large party (of up to 21 people). Children will enjoy feeding the lambs and chickens.
Please note, this is a working farm, and entry to some areas is not allowed.
F Surf World
At Surf World, we have everything you need for a fun-packed holiday for all the
family. You won’t even have to leave our gates to try amazing new sports, like
canoeing, archery and windsurfing. On wet days, come to the Fun Centre and
enjoy indoor activities like art, music, drama and dance. Accommodation in
woodland cabins of 2-8 people.
G Green Cross
Green Cross is a 400-year-old cottage in the hills. The beautiful cottage has a large
garden with a play area, barbecue and sea views. Accommodation includes one
double bedroom and a twin room. There is a village pub and shop less than a mile
away. Perfect for families who want a bit of peace and quiet.
H The Art House
The Art House is a bit different! All eight double rooms are furnished in the different
artistic styles. The Art Deco room, for example, is decorated with theatrical glass
furniture, mirrors and fur, while the 1960s room is fun and colourful, and has pop art
on the walls. The Art House offers bed and breakfast accommodation on the edge
of town, walking distance from the beach.
PART 3:
Read the text and then answer questions 1-5
1.What is the writer’s main purpose?
❑ To explain what tourists can do in Horton
❑ To explain why Horton is a good place to live
❑ To explain why Horton is not as pleasant as other towns
❑ To describe the history of Horton
2. What part of Horton does the writer find disappointing?
❑ the shops
❑ the country park
❑ transport links
❑ the schools
3. What type of people is Horton most suitable for?
❑ wealthy professionals
❑ low-income families
❑ elderly people
❑ sport and history students
4. What advantages does Horton bring to workers?
❑ There are plenty of jobs available in the town.
❑ You can drive to nearby cities in a short time.
❑ You can get to several cities quickly by train.
❑ Working conditions are better here than in other towns.
5. Which of the following is the best description of Horton?
❑ A quiet, country town which has a number of good leisure facilities.
❑ A friendly, historic town which is a great place to live, work and take a
holiday.
❑ A busy, industrial town which has good links to neighbouring cities.
❑ A dirty, unpopular town which has little to offer visitors or residents.
PART 4:
Five sentences have been removed from the text below. Choose from the
sentences A-H the one which fits each gap. There are three extra sentences which
you do not need to use.
International star Romany has just published a book about her life. Her story describes how she
dealt with personal problems and eventually realized her dream of becoming a magician. Her
book is a very honest account of her life. As a child, Romany loved ballet. She was
convinced that one day she would be discovered and have a life on the stage. At the age of
fifteen, she was given a role in a show. She managed to stay very slim but it was not
good for her. She developed a serious eating problem.
After that, she decided that ballet was not for her. She got a degree and got a job in sales. But
she never stopped being attracted to performing. In her free time, she joined a circus club. Before
long, she was offered occasional jobs. She was working all day, and spending all her
free time doing circus work. She became very stressed and tired and her eating problems
returned.
She knew that her life could not continue in this way. So she took a long look at her life and
thought about what she really wanted. She realized she really wanted to work on stage. However,
she wasn’t sure what to do. But then she had an idea. She quit her job and applied to
the National Centre of Circus Arts to study magic.
Now Romany travels the world performing magic tricks on cruise ships. She is also often asked to
tell the story of her life. Romany teaches them that life is difficult for everybody. But if
you have a dream and work hard to achieve it, anything is possible.
PART 5:
Read the text below and choose the correct word for each space.
PART 6:
For each question, write the correct answer. Write one word for each gap.
