MIDTERM TEST Time allowance: 60 Full name: .. Date of birth:.Major. I.

Choose the best answer A,B,C or D to complete the following sentences 1. We have used this computer __________ 5 oclock this morning. A. at B. since C. for D. before 2. Mary __________ absent from class since yesterday because she __________ ill. A. is / is B. has been / was C. was / has been D. has been / has been 3. We __________ that car for more than ten years before it __________down. A. have used / breaks B. used / had broken C. had used / broke D. had used / had broken 4. Finally they let him __________ his wife. A. meet B. to meet C. meeting D. to meeting 5. Teenagers nowadays often have their own __________ who they really love and imitate in different ways. A. friendships B. idols C. relatives D. guests 6. When I told Tim the news, he seemed __________. A. surprise B. surprising C. surprised D. interesting 7. We a meeting at 7.30 yesterday. A. have B. were having C. having D. had had 8. These students are used to school on time. A. go B. to go C. to going D. going 9. The lights .out while I ..my homework last night. A. go/am doing B. went/was doing C. went/had done D. was going/was doing 10. Its a lovely day, but I staying at home with you. A. dont mind B. havent mind C. am not minding D. wasnt minding II. Read the following passage and choose the answer you think fits best. Going to party can be fun and enjoyable. If you are invited to a party, do call your host up early to inform him or her of whether you are going. If you want to bring someone who has not been invited along with you, you should ask for permission first. Remember to dress appropriately for the party. You will stick out like a sore thumb if you are dressed formally whereas everyone else is in T-shirt and jeans. If you are not sure what to wear, do ask you host. During the party you may perhaps like to help your host by offering to serve drinks or wash the dishes. Your host would certainly appreciate these efforts. If you happen to be in a party you do not know anyone, do not try to monopolize the hosts attention. This is inconsiderate since your host has many people to attend to and cannot spend all his/her time with you. Instead, learn to mingle with others at the party. You could try breaking the ice by introducing yourself to someone who is friendly-looking. Before you leave the party, remember to thank your host first. If you have the time, you could even offer to help your host clean up the place. 1. If you are invited to a party, you should A. take someone with you B. ask for your parent permission first C. bring a small gift D. call to confirm you arrival 2. According to the passage, if you are dressed differently from everybody at the party, .. A. you will make people notice you B. people may be attached to you. C. you will feel uncomfortable D. you shouldnt pay attention to your clothes

3. What should you do if you are in a party? A. Talk to your host as much as possible B. Move around and talk to other guests. C. Try to break the ice up. D. Just make friends with friendly-looking people 4. The phrase breaking the ice means A. make friends B. attract people attention C. make people feel more relaxed D. establish a relationship 5. Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage? A. You shouldnt bring someone who hasnt been invited with you to a party. B. You should help your host with the wash-up or clean-up. C. You shouldnt be very clearly different from everyone at the party. D. You shouldnt leave without showing your gratitude to your host. III. Correct mistakes in the following sentences 1. How long do you know your teacher? . 2. What have you done at the weekend? . 3. When have you got your hair cut? . 4. Do you like to come out for Indian meal tonight? . 5. Could I have any milk in my coffee, please? . IV. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given. 1. Could you take me to the airport Friday morning? mind Would .to the airport Friday morning? 2. Its too cold to go to the beach today. enough It to go to the beach today 3. I havent visited my family since 2005. time The was in 2005. 4. It was wrong of you to copy the homework from your friends. copied You should ....................... the homework from your friends. 5. Christina spent years trying to pass the First Certificate exam. took It . the First Certificate exam. 6. It was the childs grandfather who taught him to play the piano. was The child .. by his grandfather. 7. My parents are both the same age. as My mother my father. 8. I cant believe this is the best hotel in the city! hotels There must be .than one in the city. 9. What subject was your favorite at school? enjoy What .at school? 10. Would you like to come for dinner at our house?' asked us Ruth. invited Ruth . come for dinner at their house.