I.

Pronunciation Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose
underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
1. A. vacuum B. classical C. amazing D. actor
2. A. basic B. cousin C. musical D. museum
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other
three in the position of the main stress in each of the following questions.
3. A. household B. perform C. tidy D. laundry
4. A. orchestra B. festival C. furniture D. tradition
II. Use of English Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer
to each of the following questions.
5. Hey! Why __________ that tablet? It __________ to me.
A. do you use/ belongs B. are you using/ is belong
C. do you use/ is belong D. are you using/ belongs
6. As a child, Alice __________ to sing in the choir, but now she plays volleyball instead.
A. would B. used C. could D. likes
7. Johann really enjoyed the __________ of eighteenth-century art at the City gallery.
A. exhibition B. demonstration C. concert D. dance performance
8. I usually __________ a nap after lunch. It helps me to reduce sleepiness and work effectively in the
afternoon.
A. do B. make C. take D. bring
9. The sink was full of dirty dishes, so I __________.
A. set the table B. mopped the floor C. cleared the dishwasher D. did the washing-up
10. I’m preparing for the party tomorrow. Can you help me __________ the decorations?
A. put up B. put on C. put in D. put out
11. My mum __________ the floor using soap and water twice a week.
A. vacuums B. mops C. dusts D. makes
12. I enjoy watching __________ because they bring me great laughter.
A. operas B. ballets C. tragedies D. comedies
13. During the __________, the audience clapped at the end of every single song.
A. musical B. drama C. orchestra D. exhibition
14. That play is much better on the __________ than it is in the film version.
A. scene B. theatre C. stage D. performance
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST
in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.
15. Mrs. Jones lives on her own and has to take care of her two children, so she’s really busy.
A. look at B. look after C. love D. watch
16. Don’t worry about the exam. You only need to do your best.
A. hope B. review C. concentrate D. try hard
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE
in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.
17. Put on your coat. It’s quite windy.
A. wear B. bring C. take off D. prepare
18. I’m really into classical music. It’s soft and calm. It also helps me relieve stress.
A. peaceful B. noisy C. boring D. cheerful
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to show the underlined part that needs
correction in each of the following questions.
19. My sister is so busy with her studies that she doesn’t have little time to relax.
A. is B. with C. little D. to relax.
20. It was relaxed taking a walk along the river; we were impressed by how beautiful it was.
A. relaxed B. along C. impressed D. how beautiful
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best completes each
of the following exchanges.
21. Student A: “Would you like to come with me to the stadium tomorrow. There’s a football match at 3
p.m.”
Student B: “___________ . What time will we meet?”
A. I’d love to. B. I’m afraid I can’t. C. Sure, I would. D. I like football.
22. Student A: “How much sugar do you want in your coffee?” Student B: “____________”
A. A lot of. B. A few, please. C. Not many. D. Just a little.
23. Student A: “I lost my wallet during the rock concert last night.” Student B: “_________”
A. Oh no! How terrible! B. Hmm! I’m not sure.
C. Really? What do you do? D. Aha, you shouldn’t go there.
III. Word Formation
Write the correct forms of the words in the brackets.
24. The show ended with all the ________ singing on stage together. (PERFORM)
25. ________, Chèo is performed outdoors in a village square or the courtyard of a public building.
(TRADITION)
IV. Reading Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to
indicate the correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 26 to 30.
Unlike most teenagers who live in flats or houses, Sophia’s home is a 20-metre boat. She has spent half of
her life (26. sail/ to sail/ sailing/ sailed) with her parents, who are both marine scientists. Sophia’s
unusual way of life means she regularly sees whales and gets to swim with dolphins. She also has friends
in different countries. She does her schoolwork online and her studies are going well. She can speak four
languages and has been to many countries, so her (27. education/ advice/ knowledge/ information) of the
world is greater than most children her age. Every day after studying, she helps do the (28. household/
homework/ housework/ task). She feels she has a duty to help her parents. She believes family life is
more pleasant when everyone shares the household chores. She often cleans the floors, (29. makes/ does/
brings/ sets) the table for meals and does the washing-up. She also cooks dinner, especially when her
parents are too busy. Life on board is sometimes (30. convenient/ uncomfortable/ relaxing/
entertaining). Space is limited, so there are no wide-screen TVs or soft sofas. Bad weather can last for
days, especially in winter. Storms at sea can be frightening. However, Sophia loves her boat and she feels
safe on it

Read the following passage. For each of the questions from 31 to 35, write T if the statement is
TRUE, F if the statement is FALSE and NI if there is NO INFORMATION on it.
MY UNUSUAL HOBBY – SAND SCULPTURES
I live on the coast of Ocean City, Maryland, where there are lots of beautiful sandy beaches and warm
sunny days. It’s the perfect place for my favourite hobby – making sand sculptures. Four years ago, there
was a sand sculpture festival near where I live. I couldn’t believe that such wonderful model buildings,
incredible creatures, and some amazingly realistic faces of celebrities were all made out of sand. From
that moment, I knew that this was something I would love to do. I’ve heard people say that making sand
castles is for kids, not adults, but that doesn’t bother me at all. I believe sand art is a creative and playful
hobby that can be enjoyed by all ages. People can make different kinds of shapes and form structures out
of their creative mind. The only materials needed are water and sand – plenty of it, and lots of time.
Creating a big sand sculpture may take up to weeks to build. It also requires a lot of endurance and
patience from the sculptors. Many people don’t understand that even lightly touching a sand sculpture can
make a whole section fall off, which can take hours to rebuild. Of course, heavy rain can do some
damage, but not as much as you might think. As long as you build far enough up the beach, the waves
won’t wash a sand sculpture away. So, when you’re next at the seaside, make one yourself – you’ll get a
great sense of achievement.

31. The writer decided to start making sand sculptures after being impressed by some near her house.
32. Some people believe that making sand sculptures is only a hobby for children.
33. You need special equipment in order to make big sand sculptures.
34. Sculptors may spend a lot of time making a sand sculpture.
35. Heavy rain or waves can destroy a sand sculpture completely.
V. Writing Use the words in brackets to rewrite the following sentences without changing the
meaning.
36. Do you have any plans for this weekend? (DOING)
=> What ___________________________?
37. My mum was a guide in a museum when she was young. (WORKED)
=> My mum ________________________.
38. During my visit to the British Museum, I learnt a lot about ancient Egyptian civilization.
=> While __________________________.
39. All of us are excited about our trip to Canada next month. (LOOKING)
=> Every of us _____________________.
40. Clara didn’t have the habit of going to the cinema when she was young. (USE)
=> Clara __________________________.
I. Pronunciation
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part
differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
1. A. classmate B. bookcase C. washbasin D. relaxing
2. A. geography B. gardening C. gentle D. generation
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other
three in the position of the main stress in each of the following questions.
3. A. attend B. household C. laundry D. picnic
4. A. furniture B. usually C. lemonade D. grandparents
II. Use of English Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer
to each of the following questions.
5. Could you turn the TV down? I __________ to read my book.
A. try B. am trying C. tried D. trying
6. Sally doesn’t have much time for sports; she’s always busy __________ her studies.
A. for B. at C. about D. with
7. The children are looking __________ to their trip to Disney Land.
A. after B. for C. forward D. at
8. Person A: Why __________ for the bus? You usually __________ to work.”
Person B: My car didn’t work this morning.
A. are you waiting/ are driving B. do you wait/ drive
C. are you waiting/ drive D. do you wait/ are driving
9. Dinner is ready. Can you help me __________the table?
A. make B. set C. mop D. do
10. You __________ worried. What __________ about?
A. look/ are you thinking B. look/ do you think
C. are looking/ do you think D. are looking/ are you thinking
11. I’m bored. Why don’t we go for a walk __________ the river?
A. through B. across C. out of D. along
12. After lunch, I often __________ a short nap for thirty minutes, then I do my homework.
A. do B. make C. take D. get
13. Please __________ the dishwasher and put away the plates and the bowls.
A. load B. clear C. make D. set
14. I don’t think I can make a birthday cake. We have very __________ flour left.
A. a little B. much C. few D. little
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST
in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.
15. After dinner, my dad always does the washing-up.
A. washes the clothes B. cleans the kitchen C. washes the dishes D. clears the table
16. My grandmother usually looks after us when our mother has a business trip.
A. looks at B. takes care of C. helps D. stays with
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE
in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following questions.
17. Family plays an integral part in our lives. It’s hard to live without family’s love and support.
A. important B. huge C. amazing D. unnecessary
18. It’s important to do your best at school because that can lead to a satisfying career in the future.
A. be lazy B. try C. work hard D. skip lessons
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to show the underlined part that needs
correction in each of the following questions.
19. Walk along King Street, and there’s a sports centre on the right, next the police station
A. Walk along B. there’s C. on D. next
20. My mum tastes the sauce to see if it has enough salt.
A. tastes B. to see C. has D. salt
Mark the letter A, B, C or D on your answer sheet to indicate the sentence that best completes each
of the following exchanges.
21. Student A: “ __________” Student B: “Two hours.”
A. How long does the art lesson last? B. When does the art lesson start?
C. What time is the art lesson? D. How far does the art lesson start?
22. Student A: “How much cheese do you want on your pizza? Student B: “ __________”
A. Just a few. B. Of course, I want cheese
C. Not a lot of, please. D. Just a little, please.
23. Student A: “Would you like to go on a picnic with me?” Student B: “__________”
A. Yes, I would. B. I’d love to. C. Yes, a lot. D. It’s alright
III. Word Formation Write the correct form of the words in brackets.
24. In my family, all members have to share the ________ chores. (HOUSE)
25. In the summer, my life is very ________. I don’t do very much and I rest a lot. (RELAX)
IV. Reading Read the following passage and choose the correct word or phrase that best fits each of
the numbered blanks.
Dear George,

I’m on an exchange programme in Beaulieu and it’s great. Beaulieu is a small peaceful village just
outside Bordeaux. It’s small enough for everyone to know each other! There’s a lake (26. near/ nearby/
next to/ opposite), where people can go swimming when the weather is hot. My host family is lovely and
I’m already best friends with their son, Phillip, because we have a lot in common. We’re both keen (27.
on/ about/ of/ with) sports. When we have free time, we play badminton, volleyball, or tennis together.
We aren’t really good at these, but we enjoy ourselves. We have similar things at school, too. The school
here starts at 9 a.m. and has similar subjects to the ones at my school at home. I (28. feel/ didn’t feel/
won’t feel/ am not feeling) homesick at the moment because the people here are very friendly. Phillip’s
mum is an artist making illustrations for books and magazines. She’s very good at her job and she loves it.
His parents are divorced and he doesn’t see his father very (29. sometimes/ normal/ often/ always). Both
Phillip and his mum care about the environment and they do volunteer work at the local park twice a
week. This Sunday we’re going to the Science Museum and I’m excited about it. We can try (30. playing/
building/ doing/ taking) robot models. That’s all for now. See you soon.

Yours,
Lucas
Read the passage and choose the correct answer to each of the following questions.
Children can benefit a lot by helping out at home. Doing chores helps children learn skills they can use in
their adult lives, like preparing meals, cleaning the house or doing the garden. Being involved in chores
also gives children experience of relationship skills like communicating clearly or working as a team. It
also allows them to feel valued and competent. And sharing housework can also help families work better
and reduce family stress. When children help out, chores get done quicker and parents have less to do.
This frees up time for the family to do fun things together. As a result, family life is more pleasant when
everyone shares the chores. It’s best to start by choosing chores that work for children’s ages and abilities.
Getting children into the habit of doing housework can begin as young as the age of three, by asking them
to put away their toys when they’ve done playing with them. Older children can help with setting the
table, cleaning, cooking and so on. Teenagers can help with preparing or cooking dinner, babysitting their
younger siblings or shopping for groceries. However, there are some children who are motivated to do
chores for pocket money. It might not be a good idea. Instead of linking chores to pocket money, parents
can praise children’s positive behaviours and give them small rewards like choosing the TV programmes
or having a special meal.

31. What is the main idea of the first paragraph?

A. Parents should teach children to do housework.
B. There are many advantages of children sharing housework.
C. There are lots of household chores that children can do.
D. Children can learn many skills by doing housework.
32. Sharing housework helps reduce family stress by __________.
A. teaching kids how to communicate clearly
B. helping children to grow up
C. allowing children to work in teams
D. giving family members more free time to spend together
33. Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?
A. Giving children chores can help reduce the workload for parents.
B. Parents should ask children to do chores that are suitable for their ages.
C. 3-year-old children can help parents with some simple chores.
D. Teenagers often do chores so they can gain life experience.
34. Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
A. Parents shouldn’t pay their kids for chores.
B. Only teenagers can babysit their brothers and sisters.
C. Parents should ask their children to share the housework when they are young.
D. When parents work, children have to do the household chores.
35. The word ‘valued’ in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to __________.
A. expensive B. great C. appreciated D. costly
V. Writing Rewrite the following sentences without changing their meaning.
Use the given word(s) if any.
36. I have an appointment with the dentist at 3 o’clock this afternoon. (SEEING)
=> ______________________________________________________.
37. She is considering going on holiday next month. (THINKING)
=> ______________________________________________________.
38. It’s unusual for Alex to come home late. (USUALLY)
=> ______________________________________________________.
Use the given words to make complete sentences.
39. We/ not need/ wait/ Gary; he/ not come/ with us.
=> ______________________________________________________.
40. Jill/ often/ appear/ be/ tired/ after/ mop/ floor/ or/ dust/ furniture.
=> ______________________________________________________.