Listen to a conversation between two friends. Then answer the questions.
Why was Mark absent from the book fair?
He was buying old novels elsewhere.
He was working at a school.
He was visiting a recycling center.
He was cleaning up a local park.
What does Sarah say about her new compost bin?
She can reduce her household trash thanks to it.
It is very difficult to use.
It cost her family a lot of money.
Her neighbors are complaining about it.
According to the recycling center, what is the biggest problem currently?
People using too many plastic bags
The amount of wasted paper
The lack of recycling centers
Food waste being left on the street
What do they decide to do at the end of the conversation?
Visit the recycling center together
Collect ten thousand plastic bottles
Meet to plan a school campaign
Go to the book fair tomorrow
Listen and decide whether the statements below are true (T) or false (F).
Experts can easily tell people exactly when an earthquake will occur.
It is safer to stay indoors rather than running out the door when the shaking first starts.
Standing near a window is recommended because you can see what is happening outside.
You should avoid using elevators to exit a building after an earthquake.
Four phrases/sentences have been removed from the text below. Choose the correct answer to complete the text. Write only the letter A-D in each blank.
A. which let people return things they do not like for free after they arrive
B. because it is much easier and saves a lot of time for busy families
C. By giving friendly and helpful service that a computer can never really provide
D. Since it is very hard to know the quality of a product from pictures
SHOPPING TODAY
Shopping has changed a lot in the last few years. Many people now choose to shop on the internet instead of going to local markets . Online stores have everything from food to clothes. However, there are some problems with shopping this way. , shoppers are unable to see if the items fit or look good in person. To help with this, most famous shops now have new rules . This makes people feel safe when they spend money online. At the same time, small local shops are still trying to find ways to attract more people. , these shops can keep their regular customers even when big websites are popular.
Read the following passage and choose the best answer for each blank.
UPCOMING SCHOOL TALENT SHOW
Are you ready to show your talent? Next Friday, we are a big show in the main hall. If you are the Music Club, please sign up now. We need many to join us. Please contact the teacher Thursday to register your act.
Read the passage and choose the best answer for each question.
A farmers' market is a place where local farmers sell their products directly to customers. Unlike modern supermarkets, these markets usually happen outdoors once a week. They are becoming very popular in many towns today because they offer many advantages for both people and the environment. First, the food at these markets is very fresh. Farmers often pick their fruits and vegetables only a few hours before selling them. This means the products keep more vitamins and taste better than food that travels long distances. Second, buying here helps the local economy. When people buy from a farmer, the money stays in the community to help small businesses grow. Finally, these markets are good for the earth. Because the food is grown nearby, there is no need for large trucks to transport it. This reduces air pollution. Visitors can also talk to the farmers to learn how their food is grown. It is a great way to shop and learn at the same time.
What is the main idea of the passage?
The history of traditional outdoor markets
The reasons why farmers' markets are good
The best ways to cook fresh local vegetables
The difference between fruit and vegetables
According to the text, why is the food at these farmers' healthy?
It is cheaper than the food in supermarkets.
It contains more vitamins due to its freshness.
It is grown by farmers who live in big cities.
It is cleaned many times before being sold.
In the passage, what does the word "them" refer to?
Modern supermarkets
Local customers
Small businesses
Fruits and vegetables
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a benefit of farmers' markets?
Helping the local community's economy
Reducing the amount of air pollution
Knowing more about the ways to grow food
Encouraging farmers to use organic farming methods
Which word is closest in meaning to the word "products" in the passage?
goods
prices
benefits
machines
Read the following passage and choose the best answer for each blank.
REDUCING PLASTIC WASTE
Plastic waste is a major issue in many countries around the world today. Every day, millions of people buy food and drinks in plastic containers. They use these items quickly, but the plastic stays on Earth for a very long time. This material is very harmful the environment. Animals in the ocean often eat plastic pieces because they look like food. This makes the animals sick and can even kill them. Therefore, we need to nature and wildlife effectively.
we throw something away, we must think about where it goes. It is important to reduce the amount of waste we produce at home and school. For example, we can bring our own cloth bags to the supermarket instead of taking new ones. When we use a plastic bottle, we should not just it in the regular bin. Instead, we should clean it and put it in a recycling bin. Recycling is helpful because it saves energy. It also creates less than making new products from scratch. Being a person helps keep our world clean and safe for the future.
Choose the word which has the underlined part pronounced differently from the others.
scale
scan
score
science
Choose the word that differs from the rest in the position of the main stress.
purpose
permit
product
puzzle
Make a complete sentence using the given words. Change the form of the words or add other words if necessary.
The / farmers' / market / open / 6:00 a.m. / tomorrow.
Make a complete sentence using the given words. Change the form of the words or add other words if necessary.
Rescue workers / search / victims / when / second earthquake / suddenly / strike.
My friends and I are big fans of the outdoors, so we _____ go hiking on weekends when the weather is nice.
always
never
hardly
rarely
If you can't find your gloves for the garden cleanup, you can borrow _____.
I
me
my
mine
After the heavy rain, the local authorities warned everyone about the possibility of a _____ in the low-lying areas.
tornado
flood
tsunami
hurricane
Many animals lost their homes _____ the forest fire yesterday.
until
after
before
as soon as
We _____ some basic food and medical supplies before the storm arrived.
was prepared
prepared
was preparing
were preparing
The local people are very friendly and hospitable _____ visitors from the city.
with
to
about
for
If the local government _____ more trees, the neighborhood will become much cooler in the summer.
plan
will plant
plants
is plant
A: Happy Birthday, Sarah! I hope you have a wonderful day.
B: _____
My birthday was actually last month.
How are you going to be?
Thanks! That is very kind of you.
I am going to a party tonight.