ESLTK _Comprehension Check M1-Unit 1-8

Two of the words in the list have the same grammatical function in the sentence, while one does NOT. Choose the one that does NOT have the same grammatical function!

Nobody understood his spoken French because his accent was so ‘strong’.

• understood

• spoken

• was

Two of the words in the list have the same grammatical function in the sentence, while one does NOT. Choose the one that does NOT have the same grammatical function!

They took off their coats and went to the table near the window.

• off

• to

• near

Choose the best option to complete the statement about the uses of the grammatical structures underlined in the sentence!

1. She is living with her sister while she’s at university. Here is living is used to

• describe a permanent state.

• describe a continuing action.

• 1. describe a temporary state.

Match the underlined words and phrases with the lexical terms in the list!

If you are looking for a cultural experience or a weekend break, then visit York and be inspired.

• word with suffix

• compound

• lexical set

Match the underlined words and phrases with the lexical terms in the list!

Famous for its beautiful architecture, streets and cathedral, York is fast developing an active, lively cultural life.

• word with suffix

• compound

• lexical set

Which word has two voiced consonants?

• side

• tall

• big

Which word is stressed on the third syllable?

• alphabet

• interrupt

• decision

Match the underlined sentences with the functions in the list!

Janet : This meal really isn’t nice. Nothing’s fresh and everything tastes a bit strange.

Chris : Yes, you’re right. We could complain to the manager.

• making an excuse

• agreeing

• making a suggestion

Match the readers’ statement below with the ways of reading in the list!

Sometimes I know from just looking at the photo beside a text whether it’s worth reading.

• reading for details

• intensive reading

• deducing meaning from context

• predicting

Match the readers’ statement below with the ways of reading in the list!

I had to sign a contract last week so, before I signed it, I made sure I understood completely every sentence in it.

• reading for details

• intensive reading

• deducing meaning from context

• predicting