English Proficiency Test
Semester 1 to Semester 2 Transition
Section A: Grammar and Structure (Multiple Choice)
1. If she ___ early, she will catch the bus.
A. arrives
B. arrived
C. will arrive
D. had arrived
Answer: A
2. He has never ___ a mountain before.
A. climb
B. climbs
C. climbed
D. climbing
Answer: C
3. The book ___ on the table is mine.
A. lying
B. lay
C. lied
D. lays
Answer: A
Section B: Reading Comprehension
Read the following passage and answer the questions.
Many people believe that watching television helps them relax after a long day. However,
studies show that screen time before bed may actually disrupt sleep. Experts recommend
avoiding screens for at least one hour before sleeping.
1. What is the main idea of the passage?
A. Watching TV is the best way to relax.
B. Television helps improve sleep.
C. Screen time before bed may harm sleep.
D. People should watch more TV during the day.
Answer: C
2. According to the passage, what do experts recommend?
Answer: Avoid screens for at least one hour before sleeping.
Section C: Listening Comprehension
Transcript: A student is asking a professor about office hours.
Question: What is the purpose of the student’s question?
A. To ask about a homework assignment
B. To schedule a meeting
C. To complain about grades
D. To submit a paper
Answer: B
Section D: Writing
Write a short paragraph (100–150 words) on the following topic:
What is one skill you learned during your first semester at university, and how will it help
you in the future?
