Free Printable HS Advanced Exam 2

1.

____________refers to past habits, repeated actions in the past and also past states which were true in the past but are not true any more.

a)

Would

b)

Used to

c)

Use to

d)

Will

2.

____________describes repeated past actions but not states. It can only be used with action verbs

a)

Use to

b)

Used to

c)

Would

d)

Will

3.

We __________ eat lots of sugar, but we’re on a diet now.

a)

are used to

b)

used to

4.

I _____________ like garlic in my food, but I love it now.

a)

am not used to

b)

didn’t use to

5.

He _____________ play basketball when he lived in New York

a)

are used to

b)

used to

6.

I _______ (live) in San Francisco when I was young.

a)

use to live

b)

used to live

c)

live

7.

Choose the correct picture.

a)

b)

c)

d)

8.

Choose the correct sentence.

a)

I used to live farm, but not anymore.

b)

I used to like ham, but not anymore.

c)

I used to like me, but not anymore.

d)

I used to like ham, I go anymore.

9.

Reorder the sentences in past tense

a)

I

b)

used to

c)

wear

d)

dresses

e)

when I was young

1)

2)

3)

4)

5)

10.

Reorder the sentences in past tense

a)

I

b)

didn't

c)

use to

d)

read

e)

before

1)

2)

3)

4)

5)

11.

Reorder the sentences in past tense

a)

my sisters and I

b)

used to

c)

play

d)

together

e)

in the street

1)

2)

3)

4)

5)

12.

Reorder the sentences in past tense

a)

she

b)

used to

c)

ride

d)

her bycicle

e)

in the park

1)

2)

3)

4)

5)

13.

Reorder the sentences in past tense

a)

My family

b)

didn't use to

c)

have a computer

d)

when I was a child

1)

2)

3)

4)

14.

Reorder the sentences in past tense

a)

I

b)

used to

c)

be

d)

shy

e)

when I was a child

1)

2)

3)

4)

5)

15.

Reorder the sentences

a)

I

b)

used to

c)

be

d)

bad at maths

e)

when I was a child

1)

2)

3)

4)

5)

16.

Drag the correct word to the image

a)VCR

b)Cassettes

c)Walkman

d)VCR player

1

2

3

4

1)

2)

3)

4)

17.

This idea is NOT mentioned in the video.

a)

Common technologies in the 90s

b)

The price of the technological items in the 90s

c)

The use that some people gave to the computers

d)

The percentage of people who had access to these technologies

18.

Reading:
"The 1990s marked a turning point in communication as the internet transformed from a tool for academics to a household necessity. With the introduction of public internet access, activities like emailing, online shopping, and web browsing quickly gained popularity. Internet browsers such as Netscape and Internet Explorer enabled millions to explore the digital world, while challenges like cybersecurity and the digital divide began to emerge. Despite these issues, the internet’s rapid expansion during this decade set the stage for a globally connected world."

QUESTION: What is the main idea of this passage?

a)

a) The challenges created by the internet

b)

b) The role of email in the 1990s

c)

c) How the internet evolved into a widely accessible tool

d)

d) The creation of Netscape and Internet Explorer

19.

Reading:
"The 1990s marked a turning point in communication as the internet transformed from a tool for academics to a household necessity. With the introduction of public internet access, activities like emailing, online shopping, and web browsing quickly gained popularity. Internet browsers such as Netscape and Internet Explorer enabled millions to explore the digital world, while challenges like cybersecurity and the digital divide began to emerge. Despite these issues, the internet’s rapid expansion during this decade set the stage for a globally connected world."

QUESTION: Which of the following would be the best title for this passage?

a)

a) "The Development of Email"

b)

b) "The Beginnings of E-Commerce"

c)

c) "The Internet Becomes Mainstream"

d)

d) "Internet Security in the 1990s"

20.

Reading:
"The music of the 1990s was characterized by a fusion of styles that resonated with listeners around the world. Grunge music, emerging from Seattle with bands like Nirvana, captured the era’s spirit of rebellion and authenticity. At the same time, hip-hop icons like Tupac Shakur and Notorious B.I.G. addressed social issues through powerful lyrics. Meanwhile, pop stars such as Britney Spears and the Spice Girls brought upbeat energy to the charts, influencing youth culture. Each genre reflected the decade’s diverse social and cultural dynamics."

QUESTION: What is the primary focus of this passage?

a)

a) The popularity of pop music in the 1990s

b)

b) How 1990s music reflected social and cultural changes

c)

c) The influence of Seattle on global music

d)

d) The decline of rock music

21.

Reading:
"The music of the 1990s was characterized by a fusion of styles that resonated with listeners around the world. Grunge music, emerging from Seattle with bands like Nirvana, captured the era’s spirit of rebellion and authenticity. At the same time, hip-hop icons like Tupac Shakur and Notorious B.I.G. addressed social issues through powerful lyrics. Meanwhile, pop stars such as Britney Spears and the Spice Girls brought upbeat energy to the charts, influencing youth culture. Each genre reflected the decade’s diverse social and cultural dynamics."

QUESTION: Which would be the most appropriate title for this passage?

a)

a) "The Evolution of Pop"

b)

b) "Music Genres of the 1990s"

c)

c) "The Rebirth of Hip-Hop"

d)

d) "The Seattle Sound"

22.

Reading:
"In 1991, the World Wide Web revolutionized how people accessed information, with inventor Tim Berners-Lee’s creation allowing global users to explore content on websites. As companies saw the potential of online business, e-commerce sites like Amazon and eBay emerged, transforming the retail landscape. Yet, this new frontier presented challenges, such as cybersecurity risks and misinformation. Nevertheless, the 1990s laid the foundation for the modern internet, shaping digital interactions and the way society accesses knowledge."

QUESTION: What is the main idea of this passage?

a)

a) How the World Wide Web transformed information access and commerce

b)

b) The career of Tim Berners-Lee

c)

c) The role of Amazon and eBay in online shopping

d)

d) Cybersecurity issues in the 1990s

23.

Reading:
"In 1991, the World Wide Web revolutionized how people accessed information, with inventor Tim Berners-Lee’s creation allowing global users to explore content on websites. As companies saw the potential of online business, e-commerce sites like Amazon and eBay emerged, transforming the retail landscape. Yet, this new frontier presented challenges, such as cybersecurity risks and misinformation. Nevertheless, the 1990s laid the foundation for the modern internet, shaping digital interactions and the way society accesses knowledge."

QUESTION: Which title best summarizes this passage?

a)

a) "The World Wide Web: A Digital Shift"

b)

b) "Tim Berners-Lee and His Inventions"

c)

c) "Amazon and E-Commerce"

d)

d) "The Age of Cybersecurity"

24.

Reading:
"As the year 2000 approached, the world grew anxious over the Y2K bug, a computer glitch stemming from the common practice of representing years with two digits. Many feared that the shift from '99' to '00' might lead computers to interpret 2000 as 1900, potentially disrupting essential systems. Governments and businesses invested heavily in software updates to prevent chaos. When midnight struck on January 1, 2000, minimal disruptions occurred, proving that preparation was effective and reassuring the public."

QUESTION: What is the main focus of this passage?

a)

a) The potential failure of technology in the 2000s

b)

b) Preparations taken to prevent the Y2K bug’s impact

c)

c) The public’s response to new technology

d)

d) A major failure caused by the Y2K bug

25.

Reading:
"As the year 2000 approached, the world grew anxious over the Y2K bug, a computer glitch stemming from the common practice of representing years with two digits. Many feared that the shift from '99' to '00' might lead computers to interpret 2000 as 1900, potentially disrupting essential systems. Governments and businesses invested heavily in software updates to prevent chaos. When midnight struck on January 1, 2000, minimal disruptions occurred, proving that preparation was effective and reassuring the public."

QUESTION: What would be an appropriate title for this passage?

a)

a) "The Y2K Bug and Global Preparation"

b)

b) "How Computers Almost Failed"

c)

c) "The Rise of Technology"

d)

d) "Public Fears of Technology"

HS Advanced Exam 2

Total questions: 25

Worksheet time: 31mins

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