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Test_1_Semester_1

Total questions: 22

Worksheet time: 14mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from that of the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.

a)

beautify

b)

fantasy

c)

comedy

d)

reality

2.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from that of the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.

a)

musical

b)

sitcom

c)

western

d)

science

3.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the others three in the position of stress in each of the following questions.

a)

convincing

b)

embarrassing

c)

gripping

d)

confusing

4.

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the others three in the position of stress in each of the following questions.

a)

spectacular

b)

imaginative

c)

unrealistic

d)

exciting

5.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. How _____ times have you heard a mobile phone ring while you were watching a film?

a)

much

b)

many

c)

some

d)

a lot of

6.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. I'm afraid I don't have _____ patience with these rude people.

a)

a lot

b)

some

c)

much

d)

many

7.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. And if you forget, you _____ answer your phone because the person can leave a message on your voicemail.

a)

mustn't

b)

needn't

c)

don't

d)

should

8.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. They don't _____ to go to the cinema to see a film.

a)

must

b)

have

c)

needn't

d)

mustn't

9.

Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. We are always reminded to turn off our mobiles before the film starts, so there really aren't _____ excuses.

a)

lots

b)

a lot

c)

any

d)

some

10.

(1)Read the following text and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks. WHAT ARE YOU WATCHING Binge-viewing-watching several episodes of a TV series in one sitting-is getting more and more popular. And it isn't hard to see why. In the past, viewers had to wait (1) _____ between episodes of their favorite TV series, because they were usually broadcast only once a week. Each episode finished with a moment of suspense called a 'cliffhanger', and fans were often left for seven whole days wondering what (2) _____ next. But all of this has changed with the technology of streaming. For a monthly subscription, viewers can choose films or programmes from an online streaming service, (3) _____ they can view on their TV, laptop, tablet or media phone.

a)

nervous

b)

nervously

c)

nerve

d)

nerveless

11.

(2) Read the following text and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks. WHAT ARE YOU WATCHING Binge-viewing-watching several episodes of a TV series in one sitting-is getting more and more popular. And it isn't hard to see why. In the past, viewers had to wait (1) _____ between episodes of their favorite TV series, because they were usually broadcast only once a week. Each episode finished with a moment of suspense called a 'cliffhanger', and fans were often left for seven whole days wondering what (2) _____ next. But all of this has changed with the technology of streaming. For a monthly subscription, viewers can choose films or programmes from an online streaming service, (3) _____ they can view on their TV, laptop, tablet or media phone.

a)

would happen

b)

happened

c)

had happened

d)

happens

12.

(3) Read the following text and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks. WHAT ARE YOU WATCHING Binge-viewing-watching several episodes of a TV series in one sitting-is getting more and more popular. And it isn't hard to see why. In the past, viewers had to wait (1) _____ between episodes of their favorite TV series, because they were usually broadcast only once a week. Each episode finished with a moment of suspense called a 'cliffhanger', and fans were often left for seven whole days wondering what (2) _____ next. But all of this has changed with the technology of streaming. For a monthly subscription, viewers can choose films or programmes from an online streaming service, (3) _____ they can view on their TV, laptop, tablet or media phone.

a)

who

b)

which

c)

that

d)

no word needed

13.

(1) In the USA, around 200 million illegal music downloads take (1) _____ every year. In the UK, the figure is about 100 million-the second highest in the world. The music industry complains that these downloads are unfair (2) _____ artists because they stop them earning money from their work. It is impossible to know exactly how much money artists and record companies are losing. However, one thing is certain: overall, the industry is earning a lot less than it (3) _____ a few years ago.

a)

plan

b)

place

c)

plant

d)

plane

14.

(2) In the USA, around 200 million illegal music downloads take (1) _____ every year. In the UK, the figure is about 100 million-the second highest in the world. The music industry complains that these downloads are unfair (2) _____ artists because they stop them earning money from their work. It is impossible to know exactly how much money artists and record companies are losing. However, one thing is certain: overall, the industry is earning a lot less than it (3) _____ a few years ago.

4 lines
15.

impossible to know exactly how much money artists and record companies are losing. However, one thing is certain: overall, the industry is earning a lot less than it (3) _____ a few years ago.

a)

at

b)

on

c)

of

d)

to

16.

In the USA, around 200 million illegal music downloads take (1) _____ every year. In the UK, the figure is about 100 million-the second highest in the world. The music industry complains that these downloads are unfair (2) _____ artists because they stop them earning money from their work. It is impossible to know exactly how much money artists and record companies are losing. However, one thing is certain: overall, the industry is earning a lot less than it (3) _____ a few years ago.

a)

earning

b)

to earn

c)

earned

d)

earn

17.

I sat next to you on the 6.30 train from Oxford to London. You left your umbrella on the seat. I've got it. You are tall, with (1) _____ (2) _____ (3) _____ hair. You wore a light (4) _____ and a dark (5) _____. Please contact me and I'll return your umbrella.

a)

long (1) dark (2) straight (3) jacket (4) scarf (5)

b)

long (1) straight (2) dark (3) scarf (4) jacket (5)

c)

straight (1) long (2) dark (3) jacket (4) scarf (5)

d)

dark (1) long (2) straight (3) scarf (4) jacket (5)

18.

Screen time, the amount of time spent looking at screens like smartphones, computers, and televisions, has (1) _____ significantly in recent years. While technology offers many benefits, excessive screen time can have negative (2) _____ on our health and well-being. One of the major concerns is the impact of screen time on our (3) _____. Studies have shown that excessive exposure to blue light emitted from screens can disrupt our sleep patterns, leading to (4) _____ and difficulty concentrating. Additionally, prolonged screen time can contribute to eye strain, headaches, and even (5) _____ problems. It is important to find a balance between screen time and other activities. Setting limits, taking breaks, and engaging in outdoor activities can help mitigate the negative effects of excessive screen exposure.

a)

decreased

b)

increased

c)

remained the same

d)

fluctuated

19.

Screen time, the amount of time spent looking at screens like smartphones, computers, and televisions, has (1) _____ significantly in recent years. While technology offers many benefits, excessive screen time can have negative (2) _____ on our health and well-being. One of the major concerns is the impact of screen time on our (3) _____. Studies have shown that excessive exposure to blue light emitted from screens can disrupt our sleep patterns, leading to (4) _____ and difficulty concentrating. Additionally, prolonged screen time can contribute to eye strain, headaches, and even (5) _____ problems. It is important to find a balance between screen time and other activities. Setting limits, taking breaks, and engaging in outdoor activities can help mitigate the negative effects of excessive screen exposure.

a)

effects

b)

benefits

c)

advantages

d)

consequences

20.

Screen time, the amount of time spent looking at screens like smartphones, computers, and televisions, has (1) _____ significantly in recent years. While technology offers many benefits, excessive screen time can have negative (2) _____ on our health and well-being. One of the major concerns is the impact of screen time on our (3) _____. Studies have shown that excessive exposure to blue light emitted from screens can disrupt our sleep patterns, leading to (4) _____ and difficulty concentrating. Additionally, prolonged screen time can contribute to eye strain, headaches, and even (5) _____ problems. It is important to find a balance between screen time and other activities. Setting limits, taking breaks, and engaging in outdoor activities can help mitigate the negative effects of excessive screen exposure.

a)

physical health

b)

mental health

c)

sleep

d)

all of the above

21.

Screen time, the amount of time spent looking at screens like smartphones, computers, and televisions, has (1) _____ significantly in recent years. While technology offers many benefits, excessive screen time can have negative (2) _____ on our health and well-being. One of the major concerns is the impact of screen time on our (3) _____. Studies have shown that excessive exposure to blue light emitted from screens can disrupt our sleep patterns, leading to (4) _____ and difficulty concentrating. Additionally, prolonged screen time can contribute to eye strain, headaches, and even (5) _____ problems. It is important to find a balance between screen time and other activities. Setting limits, taking breaks, and engaging in outdoor activities can help mitigate the negative effects of excessive screen exposure.

a)

insomnia

b)

alertness

c)

relaxation

d)

energy

22.

Screen time, the amount of time spent looking at screens like smartphones, computers, and televisions, has (1) _____ significantly in recent years. While technology offers many benefits, excessive screen time can have negative (2) _____ on our health and well-being. One of the major concerns is the impact of screen time on our (3) _____. Studies have shown that excessive exposure to blue light emitted from screens can disrupt our sleep patterns, leading to (4) _____ and difficulty concentrating. Additionally, prolonged screen time can contribute to eye strain, headaches, and even (5) _____ problems. It is important to find a balance between screen time and other activities. Setting limits, taking breaks, and engaging in outdoor activities can help mitigate the negative effects of excessive screen exposure.

a)

vision

b)

hearing

c)

taste

d)

touch