For each question, choose the correct answer.
You will hear Lee talking to his friend Paula about going to the cinema.
Besides Paula, who else did Lee invite to go to the cinema?
How did Lee get the tickets?
What do they have to pay for?
Who is Paula's favorite actress?
What time does Paula suggest they meet?
Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.
Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.
Choose the word that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress.
Choose the word that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress.
He's _____ about cooking delicious meals. He spends hours in the kitchen perfecting his recipes.
After the _____, the residents came together to clear snow from the streets.
To prepare for the power outage, we immediately _____ on flashlights.
He _____ checks his email to stay updated on work-related notifications.
I knew they were talking about me _____ they stopped when I entered the room.
The teacher emphasized the importance of clear _____ in both writing and speaking.
My older brother likes _____ photos, so he bought a really good camera.
He _____ sore eyes if he spends too much time on the computer.
According to the advertisement, the local bakery _____ a sale on birthday cakes this Friday.
Neil Armstrong was the first astronaut to step on _____ Moon in 1969.
Alex: What was the biggest snowstorm you've ever experienced?
Jennifer: _____
John: _____
Lisa: You're right, but the competitive environment can also pressure children.
Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.
Please inform everyone that the fire is located near the exit. (EXTINGUISH)
Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.
We need to check our before we go camping this weekend. (SUPPLY)
Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.
Industrial activities often the soil and make it difficult for plants to grow. (POLLUTED)
Complete the sentence by changing the form of the word in capitals.
After three late arrivals, the employee received a formal from their manager. (WARN)
Read the following passage and mark the correct word that best fits each of the blanks.
For many people, playing card games is one of the most enjoyable ways spending their leisure time. Indeed, in some cultures, card games and even an element of gambling amongst friends and family is quite common on certain special , such as New Year's Eve. Winning at cards is a bit like having your fortune told - it is a bit of fun. Even if you don’t win, you can take comfort in sayings, such as “unlucky at cards, lucky in love”. It is often amusing to watch someone who has never played cards before beating all the experts. This is called “beginner's luck” and it adds to the fun. Some people find it fascinating just watching a game of cards, others find the whole thing incredibly boring if they do not take an active part. , for some people card games become an addiction that they cannot control.
Read the text and decide if the following statements are True, False, or Doesn't say.
Natural disasters are very bad events that can hurt the environment and people.
One kind of disaster is an avalanche. It is when a lot of snow, ice, and rocks fall down a mountain. Landslides are similar but with dirt and rocks. Blizzards often come with strong winds and make it hard to see.
Droughts are when there is no rain for a long time, so there is not enough water. This is bad for farms and people. In 2011, a very bad drought in East Africa killed over 260,000 people and affected 13 million.
Tsunamis are very big waves in the ocean caused by earthquakes under the water. In 2011, a very bad tsunami hit Japan. It was caused by a big earthquake and killed over 18,000 people.
To get ready for a disaster, it is good to have extra food, water, a flashlight, and a first aid kit. It is also important to listen to the news and weather reports. Finally, if a disaster happens, you need to follow safety rules and take action quickly.
An avalanche happens when a huge amount of snow, ice, and rocks fall down a mountain.
Blizzards bring about more serious consequences than landslides.
The 2011 drought in East Africa caused 260,000 people to be affected.
Underwater earthquakes are the cause of tsunamis.
Following safety rules is one of the three important steps to survive a disaster.
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.
If she doesn't buy tickets in advance, she will not get seats at the concert.
=> Unless , she will not get seats at the concert.
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.
How tall is the 1960 tsunami in Chile?
=> What the 1960 tsunami in Chile?
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.
Though my mother is very busy, she makes lunch box for me every morning.
=> Despite , my mother makes lunch box for me every morning.
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.
The car was so expensive that my dad didn’t buy it.
=> The car was too .
Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning to the first.
I am leaving now so that I won’t be late for work.
=> I am leaving now in .