G9-Review the first term test

1. 1.Choose the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in the following questions.

• A. harbour

•  B. chance

• C. canyon

• D. particle

Answer explanation

The word 'canyon' has a different vowel sound in the underlined part compared to 'harbour', 'chance', and 'particle', which all have the 'a' sound pronounced as /æ/. 'Canyon' has the 'a' pronounced as /eɪ/.

2.Many people choose to climb __________ Everest without understanding how dangerous it is.  

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Mount' because 'Mount Everest' is the proper name of the mountain. 'Mountain' and 'mountain' are generic terms and do not fit the context of naming a specific peak.

Where did the girl go with her parents for her last holiday?

 

 

•  A. To see some buildings.

• B. On a safari.

•  C. To a jungle.

• D. To see a natural wonder

Answer explanation

The girl went with her parents to see some buildings, which is the correct answer. The other options, such as going on a safari or to a jungle, do not match the context of visiting buildings.

What activity did the girl enjoy the most during her last holiday?

 

 

•  C. Visiting museums.

• D. Camping under the stars

•  A. Swimming in the ocean.

• B. Hiking in the mountains.

Answer explanation

The girl enjoyed hiking in the mountains the most during her last holiday, as it provided her with a chance to explore nature and experience the outdoors, making it a memorable activity compared to the other options.

Who accompanied the girl on her last holiday?

 

 

•  A. Her friends.

• B. Her grandparents.

• D. Her parents

•  C. Her siblings.

Answer explanation

The correct answer is D. Her parents, as they are typically the ones who accompany children on holidays. The other options, while possible, do not specifically indicate who was present on her last holiday.

What was the weather like during the girl's last holiday?

 

 

•  C. Windy and cloudy.

• B. Sunny and warm.

• D. Snowy and chilly

•  A. Rainy and cold.

Answer explanation

The correct answer is B. Sunny and warm, indicating pleasant weather during the girl's last holiday, which contrasts with the other options that describe less favorable conditions.