A2 Flyers Test #79 - Reading & Writing

Look and read. Choose the correct words from the box and fill in the blank.

Example: This helps us know if we're early, on time, or late. time

This is the name of the planet that we all live on.

This is the place where two walls or two streets meet.

You can put your phone or keys in this on your trousers.

When people camp, they often carry their food, water, and maps in these bags on their backs.

This person uses their voice to make beautiful sounds.

This is the most important woman of a country. She lives in a castle and wears a crown.

This is a part or place where there is nothing.

This person wears a uniform. He or she catches bad people and keeps the city safe.

If you are sick, you take this to feel better.

Rings, necklaces, or bracelets are usually made from this.

Tom is talking to Helen about a concert. What does Helen say to Tom?

Read the conversation and choose the best answer. Write a letter (A-H) for each answer. You do not need to use all the letters.

Read the text. Choose the correct word from the box to fill in each blank.

It was Lily's birthday, and she went to visit her Grandpa. When she (0) arrived, his little dog was very happy to see her! He was jumping up and down on the sofa.

There was a delicious 12.1 in the house. “Did you make a cake for me, Grandpa?” she asked.

"Of course!" Grandpa said with a big smile. "Look in the oven!"

Lily went to the kitchen. Through the 12.2 door of the oven, she could see a beautiful chocolate birthday cake!

Then, Grandpa pointed to a shelf in the living room. "There's something else special for you there," he said. Lily found a pink envelope. It said: "Happy Birthday! Look at the computer 12.3!"

She quickly 12.4 on the computer and found a video. In the video, her Uncle Tom was playing the guitar, and Aunt Sarah was singing "Happy Birthday" to her!

"That's wonderful! I will call them later," said Lily.

After that, Lily went upstairs to put her toothbrush and 12.5 in the bathroom because she would stay there that night.

Then Lily and Grandpa sat on the balcony and ate the delicious cake together.

"This is my best birthday ever!" Lily told her Grandpa.

Now choose the best name for this story: 12.6Lily and Grandpa Eat Cake on the BalconyA Birthday SurpriseA Video Message from Family

Read the text and choose the best answer to fill in the blanks.

Game designers

(0) Many people think being a video game designer is a great job. This job 13.1havehasis become very popular for several years. Both men and women can be 13.2goodpleasedbusy at designing games.

To be a game designer, you must 13.3knowingknewknow how to use computers well. Game designers often work in 13.4teamsconcertstunes with other people, like artists and writers. 13.5EachAThe person has a different job, but they all work together to make the game. It is also important to be 13.6surefullrich of new ideas. So, many designers go to special schools or universities to learn.

Making a new game 13.7takesgiveswants a lot of time. First, they make an interesting story 13.8untilforto the game. Then, artists draw the people, animals, or creatures in the game, and design 13.9themtheytheir worlds. In the end, the team needs to test the game. This means they play it many times to find any problems or mistakes and repair them 13.10beforeifbut people can buy it.

Being a video game designer is not easy, but it can be very exciting and fun!

Look at the picture and read the story. Write some words to complete the sentences about the story. You can use 1, 2, 3 or 4 words.

Anna's Dream

Anna was very tired after school. She went to bed early that night. Soon, she fell asleep and started to dream.

In her dream, Anna became her favorite singer, Lily Rose! She was on a big stage with many lights and screens everywhere. Thousands of people were watching her and clapping their hands.

Anna started to sing. Her voice sounded beautiful! Everyone loved her songs. After the concert, she met her fans. She took photos with them and smiled all the time.

Then Anna went to a famous restaurant. She ate delicious food and talked to other famous singers. A journalist from a magazine wanted to have a talk with her. Cameras were everywhere!

Next, Anna had to make a music video. She danced and sang for many hours. The manager said, "Again! One more time!" Anna was getting very tired, but she had to do it again.

After that, she had another concert in a different city. Then another talk. Then more photos. Anna couldn't stop. She wanted to sleep, but everyone needed her to do something.

Anna felt so tired and she couldn't move or eat. Suddenly, she woke up in her bed. It was midnight. "Well, I am tired even in my dream!" Anna thought.

Example:

Anna felt very tired when she came home from school.

She decided to sleep early that night.

In the dream, Anna became Lily Rose, who was her .

There were lots of on the big stage where Anna stood.

After , Anna took photos with her fans.

came to talk to Anna while she was enjoying her food at a restaurant.

It took Anna to make a music video with dancing and singing.

Anna was busy and wanted to sleep, but wanted her to work.

, Anna woke up and knew she was tired even in her dream.

Read the diary entry and write the missing words. Write ONE word in each blank.

Wednesday 6th March

We have a 21.1 science teacher. His name is Mr. Frank. He's younger 21.2 our old teacher, Mrs. Evans. Mr. Frank has dark hair and wears glasses. He looks friendly and smiles 21.3 lot.

Today's lesson was about trees and how people grow trees. It was interesting to learn how trees need water, light, and air to be bigger and taller. He explained everything very slowly 21.4 answered all our questions.

The lesson was fun. He also gave us a lot of homework, but I'm 21.5 that I can finish it all.

Look at the three pictures. Write about this story. Write 20 or more words.