WorksheetsIV English test- Advanced I
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 2hrs 34mins
“I left my purse on the train. I’ll call the lost-and-found; maybe someone turned it in.”
certain
not certain
“It’s possible that it might rain tomorrow.”
certain
not certain
“Look at all this traffic! There’s no question we’re going to miss our flight. We’ll have to catch the later one.”
certain
not certain
Read each statement. Then write sentences, using expressions of certainty to speculate about what happened.
“A loud noise woke me last night, but I have no idea what it was“
Read each statement. Then write sentences, using expressions of certainty to speculate about what happened.
“I came to class at the right time, but the classroom was empty“
Read each statement. Then write sentences, using expressions of certainty to speculate about what happened.
“The door to Jack’s apartment was open and the lights were on, but no one was home.”
Read each statement. Then write sentences, using expressions of certainty to speculate about what happened.
“I can’t find my wallet or my keys. They were in my pocket when I left the house this morning.”
Complete each sentence with a word.
Since the study was flawed, its results are very ____________
questionable
debatable
believable
probable
unsolvable
Complete each sentence with a word.
With no witnesses or proof, the mystery is ____________
questionable
debatable
believable
probable
unsolvable
Complete each sentence with a word.
The question of whether or not solar power is the answer to the energy crisis is__________ . Experts offer many other solutions as well.
questionable
debatable
believable
probable
unsolvable
Complete each sentence with a word.
There are several theories about the mystery of the Bermuda Triangle, but with so little evidence, none are ____________.
questionable
debatable
believable
probable
unsolvable
“The Incas didn’t have any sophisticated machines or use any work animals. Their temples _______been built solely through manual labor.”
must not have
must have
may have
“My keys aren’t on the table where I always leave them. They________ been taken by my husband.”
may have
had
had not
““Dinosaurs didn’t necessarily die off gradually from climate change; they__________ been killed off quickly by some sudden event.”
could have
couldn’t have
had
“I don’t believe in any of the other theories. There is no doubt: Stonehenge ________been built by the ancient Britons.”
might have
might not have
had to have
“Some of the visitors brought only long pants and sweaters; they _________been told that that it’s so hot and humid here.”
must have
must not have
could have
Writing
Choose one of the mysteries from the box or think of something mysterious that has happened in your own life. Write a paragraph of at least four to five sentences.
a. The Loch Ness Monster
b. Bigfoot
c. The Bermuda Triangle
d. Atlantis
e. The Stone Balls of Costa Rica
f. The Nazca Lines
g. The Explosion in Tunguska
h. Stonehenge
Writing
Choose one of the following topics to write about. Write a paragraph of at least four to five sentences.
• What is your favorite leisure activity and what benefits do you get from it?
• Do you enjoy taking risks? Explain why or why not and provide examples.
________ antiques
play
do
have
collect
restore
________ a hobby
play
do
have
collect
restore
________ iguanas
play
do
have
collect
raise
________ chess
play
do
have
collect
raise
________ stamps
play
do
have
collect
raise
________ yoga
play
do
have
collect
raise
This is (a) (first / Jack's /real) vacation in five years.
Angelina brought a (a) scarf back from her trip. (silk / French / beautiful)
We met a (a) man on the bus (nice / Chinese / young)
The city library has (a) books.(interesting / some / history)
The class gave Marie a (a) bowl as a going-away present. (huge / round / glass)
Jed has (a) comic books in his collection. (old / one thousand / rare)
My painting teacher wanted us to copy the Old Masters. It was interesting but not _______________ stimulating
creatively
emotionally
financially
intellectually
physically
Extreme sports are thrilling but can be ______________ dangerous.
creatively
emotionally
financially
intellectually
physically
Gambling can be fun, but be careful-it can set you back__________.
creatively
emotionally
financially
intellectually
physically
Markus doesn't tend to make many new friends, he isn't very skilled_______-
creatively
emotionally
socially
intellectually
physically
Relationships are usually __________ satisfying when people can spend a lot of time together and feel that they can rely on each other.
creatively
emotionally
socially
intellectually
physically
I enjoy playing chess because I find it______ stimulating, few games require so much concentration and careful thought.
creatively
emotionally
socially
intellectually
physically
Technology has changed the way teens spend their free time
true
false
Dave is having an instant message conversation, watching a movie, playing a video game, and talking on the phone all at once.
true
false
Sara is only involved in one activity: instant messaging.
true
false
Sara is not afraid to do yoga
true
false
Teens today often prefer to do only one thing at a time, rather than several things at once.
true
false
Most leisure-time activities teens engage in today are physically challenging.
true
false
Listening - Audio 1
The man hopes to improve at giving presentations
true
false
Listening - Audio 1
The woman thinks practice is more important than natural talent
true
false
Listening - Audio 1
The man watched a video of himself speaking in college
true
false
Listening- Audio 1
The woman has seen Brett giving a presentation
true
false
Listening- Audio 2
Listen to four people talking about traveling. What does each person say? Match the speakers with their statements.
SPEAKER 1
Traveling with friends is better than traveling alone.
It isn’t necessary to travel to learn about life
Arriving at your destination can be disappointing.
In the past, traveling was more of an adventure.
Traveling can help you develop useful skills
Listening- Audio 2
Listen to four people talking about traveling. What does each person say? Match the speakers with their statements.
SPEAKER 2
Traveling with friends is better than traveling alone.
It isn’t necessary to travel to learn about life
Arriving at your destination can be disappointing.
In the past, traveling was more of an adventure.
Traveling can help you develop useful skills
Listening- Audio 2
Listen to four people talking about traveling. What does each person say? Match the speakers with their statements.
SPEAKER 3
Traveling with friends is better than traveling alone.
It isn’t necessary to travel to learn about life
Arriving at your destination can be disappointing.
In the past, traveling was more of an adventure.
Traveling can help you develop useful skills
Listening- Audio 2
Listen to four people talking about traveling. What does each person say? Match the speakers with their statements.
SPEAKER 4
Traveling with friends is better than traveling alone.
It isn’t necessary to travel to learn about life
Arriving at your destination can be disappointing.
In the past, traveling was more of an adventure.
Traveling can help you develop useful skills
