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PRIMERA EVALUACION PARCIAL

PERIODO AGOSTO 2014 - FEBRERO 2015
1. Which sentence correctly uses a comparison?
a. We love riding bicycles less riding motorbikes.
b. We love riding bicycles more than riding motorbikes.
c. We love riding motorbikes as much riding bicycles.

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5. This new encyclopedia gives __________ information _________ the last one.
a. more / than
b. more / more
c. than / more
3. Which sentence correctly uses a comparison?
a. Angelina likes playing the violin as much as washing dishes.
b. Angelina like playing the violin more than washing dishes.
c. Angelina liked washing dishes less than playing the violin.
4. Does Katrina like __________ for clothes online? No, she doesnt.
a. shops
b. shop
c. shopping
3. There is plenty of food, so eat _____________ you like.
a. as much
b. as much as
c. as many as
6. Mrs. Tanaka dislikes _____________ in front of a computer all day.
a. working
b. works
c. work
9. The piano was ___________ for anybody to move.
a. too dark
b. too heavy
c. too afraid
12. We use an adjective + enough to talk about the right amount of something. For example: The woman is not
____________ to reach the ceiling.
a. enough tall
b. tall enough
c. enough
13. Alison eats meat and rice every day _____________ she is heathy.
a. because
b. because of
c. be
15. Margy couldnt go to the store ______________ the distance.
a. because
b. because of
c. because to
16. Choose the phrasal verb that is closest in meaning to the word in quotation marks.
My cats always "escape" when the door is open.
a. run away
b. break down
c. run out
19. The secretary _______ _______ there _______ last month.

a. has / worked / since

b. have / work / for
c. had / working / for
21. Which sentence describes present perfect tense?
a. People enjoy drinking wine and brandy.
b. People have been there since 8:00 P.M.
c. People like swimming on holidays.
22. Has Ana had trouble concentrating?
Yes, she has
Yes, she do
Yes, she be
24. How long has your brother studied English?
a. My brother has studied English since five hours.
b. My brother has studied English for five years.
c. My brother has studied English since one year.
25. Have you worked at IBM?
Yes, I had worked at IBM since fifteen years.
b. Yes, I have worked at IBM for fifteen years.
c. Yes, I have been working at IBM for fifteen years.
26. Have you ever been to Brazilia?
a. No every.
b. No, ever.
c. No, never.
30. Which sentence best describes present perfect tense?
a. She had been here for seven months and still cant speak a word of Spanish.
b. She is living here for five months and still cant speak a word of Spanish.
c. She has been here for seven months and still cant speak a word of Spanish.
32. The present perfect is used to talk about actions that started in the past and continue to now. For example:
a. Margaret feels worried about her dog.
b. Margaret is buying flowers right now.
c. Margaret has been unhappy recently.
33.
Its 7:05. The movie has _______ begun.
already
yet
yet not
34. Tourists have _________ arrived.
already
yet
yet not
35. Read the paragraph. Then answer the question.
Marys Healthy Change
Recently, I have decided to follow my doctors advice about eating and exercising. Because of my blood pressure, I have
had to change my diet. I used to eat too much fat, fried potatoes, hot dogs, salt, sodas, and sugar. My doctor explained
that my diet made me unhealthy. So, now I eat more fish, vegetables, and fruits. Also, I used to skip breakfast. But I have
started eating three meals a day. I never knew that eating three meals is healthier than eating just one meal. In two
months, I have lost weight, about ten pounds. At first all these changes were really difficult; but I changed because my
health is important. At first, all these changes were really difficult; but I changed because my health is important. Next time
I go to my doctor, he will be very happy. Since I have taken his advice, my blood pressure is lower. Now, I dont need pills
or medication!
According to the paragraph, which sentence is correct?
a. She has lost ten pounds in the last two months.
b. She has lost two pounds in the last ten months.
c. She has needed medication during the last month.
36. Its Friday morning. The weekend hasnt started __________!
a. already
b. yet
c. still
38. My father _______________ my bedroom walls black. What do you think?

a. intends to paint
b. intend to paint
c. will intend to
39. She would ______________ up desserts.
a. likes to give
b. like to give
c. liked to give
3. My favorite thing is ____________ on my back in the pool.
a. float
b. floating
c. floats
5. The chocolate cake should cost a dollar __________ the strawberries cake.
a. less
b. than less
c. less than
8. My professor likes ____________ salsa.
a. dances
b. dance
c. dancing
9. Choose the phrasal verb that is closest in meaning to the word in quotation marks.
I saw the girl next door "to enter" (a car illegally)a car and drive away.
a. get along
b. get into
c. get together
10. Elder people could only eat a salad in the restaurant _____________ they are vegetarian.
a. because
b. because of
c. be
11. Choose the phrasal verb that is closest in meaning to the word in quotation marks.
My cats always "escape" when the door is open.
a. run away
b. break down
c. run out
13. Choose the phrasal verb that is closest in meaning to the word in quotation marks.
Someone tried to "enter" my neighbors house.
a. came along
b. broke up
c. break into
16. A phrasal verb is a verb + preposition. Choose the phrasal verb that is closest in meaning to the word in
quotation marks. Laila and Martha are going to "meet" for coffee tomorrow.
a. get together
b. run away
c. watch out
17. Read the sentences and determine which strategy you should try when learning new vocabulary.
a. You dont really need to learn more words in English.
b. You can underline new words and important information.
c. You dont need to learn new words when you write them down.
18. How long have they been here?
a. They have been here since one hour.
b. They have been here for twenty-five minutes.
c. They have been here since six minutes

19. Your shirt is __________________.

a. the same color as yours

b. the same color as mine
c. the same color as I
20. Camilla __________ that job for two years.
a. has / had
b. have / have
c. has / have
21. How long has your sister studied French?
a. My sister has studied French since 2011.
b. My sister has studied French since several years.
c. My sister has studied French since a long time.
22. Intellectual people often enjoy____________ alone.
a. work
b. works
c. working
23. How long have they practiced soccer?
a. Since 2:00 p.m.
b. Since one year
c. Since five hours
26. How long has Jennifer washed the dishes?
a. For nine oclock
b. For five oclock
c. Since thee oclock
27. Which question best describes present perfect tense?
a. Has Robert played soccer for a long time? He has played soccer since 2001.
b. Had Robert played soccer for a long time? He had played soccer for two years.
c. Has Robert been playing soccer for a long time? He has been playing soccer for a long time.
28. How long has the new teacher lived in New Zealand?
a. The new teacher has lived in New Zealand for one year.
b. The new teacher is living here for more than one year.
c. The new teacher lives near my house.
29. Which sentence best describes present perfect tense?
a. I have living in this house for more than forty three years.
b. I have lived in this house for more than forty three years.
c. I have forty three neighbors near my house.
30. Which sentence best describes present perfect tense?
a. Students havent exercised this week but they have given up potato chips.
b. Students hasnt exercised this week but they has given up potato chips.
c. Students hadnt exercised this week but they had given up potato chips.
31. Which question best describes present perfect tense?
a. How much time did you spend driving a car?
b. Have you ever forgotten your driving license?
c. How many students are taking about the driving license test?
32. Which sentence best describes present perfect tense?
a. I lived in Guayaquil last year.
b. I have been living in Guayaquil since 1999.
c. I have lived in Guayaquil for seventeen years.
33. The movie starts at 8:00 oclock. We have to move ______.
a. already
b. yet
c. not already

34. Students have not done their homework ____________.

already
yet
yet not
35.
I was shocked that they had __________ done it.
already
yet
nor already
39. Infinitives often follow certain verbs. These verbs are followed directly by an infinitive. For example:
a. Some people avoid writing because it is difficult.
b. My friend agreed to take a film class with me.
c. I cant help worrying about him.
40. What have you _______________ for your birthday? Im going to an exhibit at the art museum.
a. decided to do
b. decide to do
c. decides to do
1. We have __________ one hour before we have to take the English evaluation.
a. less than
b. more less
c. than less
2. Do you mind __________ to the movies by yourself??
a. going
b. goes
c. go
5. Mr. Tanaka and Mrs. Tanaka love working and going to school every day. They enjoy working ___________
going to school.
a. as much as
b. less than
c. than
6. Which sentence correctly uses a comparison?
a. They enjoy playing tennis as much as playing golf.
b. They enjoy playing golf as much playing tennis.
c. They enjoy playing tennis less playing golf.
7. My favorite thing is ____________ on my back in the pool.
a. float
b. floating
c. floats
9. We couldnt eat the food. It was __________.
a. too extensive
b. too wide
c. too hot
12. Cauliflower is my favorite vegetable _____________ its multiple health benefits.
a. because of
b. because
c. because at
14. Choose the phrasal verb that is closest in meaning to the word in quotation marks.
All the people on my street "take care" of for each others children.
a. set up
b. clear up
c. watch out
15. My professor found working in Pakistan very difficult _____________ the language.
a. because at
b. because of
c. because on
19. Good study habits deals with:
Procrastinate the tasks

Underline important information

Never study with a friend
21. How long have we stayed at the beach?
a. For July
b. Since May the 21st.
c. For May
23. Read the paragraph. Then select the correct answer.
Problems at School
Rose has lived in The United States for two months. She is discouraged or depressed because she has some
problems in high school now. Her counselor says that Rose doesnt ask enough questions in class. Also, her
counselor says that Rose needs to concentrate when she reads and develop strategies for learning new words
in English. Rose hasnt ever had so much trouble in school. Now, she doesnt enjoy school as much as she did
before.
According to the paragarph, which sentence is correct?
a. Rose has problems learning vocabulary.
b. Rose has always had bad grades.
c. Rose has always been late.
24. The perfect job depends on your _____________.
a. personality
b. discouragement
c. disappointment
26. Used to talks about things that happened in the past. For example: How often do you eat meat?
a. I use to eat meat every night, but now I usually have fish.
b. I used eat meat every night, but now I usually have fish.
c. I used to eat meat every night, but now I usually have fish.
35. Have you bought the tickets _________.
a. already
b. yet
c. no already
37. How much do you ____________ for the concert? No more than 300 dollars.
a. refuse to do
b. expect to pay
c. for to bring

1. The student is sorry for _________ late to class.

a. come
b. coming
c. comes
4. Most people dont enjoy ____________ bills every month.
a. pay
b. paying
c. pays
8. Mrs. Tanaka dislikes _____________ in front of a computer all day.
a. working
b. works
c. work
15. Children didnt go out ______________ bad weather.
a. because of
b. because
c. be

16. _______________ the high ceiling, David cant reach the smoke alarm.

a. Because
b. Because of
c. Because to
17. How long has Kayla worked at the library?
a. For July
b. For 2003
c. Since September.
19. Your shirt is __________________.
a. the same color as yours
b. the same color as mine
c. the same color as I
25. My professor _________________ to me.
a. already have spoken
b. has already spoken
c. have spoken already
27. The present perfect is used to talk about actions that started in the past and continue to now.
For example:
I was shocked that they had __________ done it.
already
yet
nor already
1. Which sentence correctly uses a comparison?
a. My sister-in-law like riding a bicycle much as read.
b. My sister-in-law liked ride a bicycle than more read.
c. My siter-in-law likes reading books more than riding a bicycle.
3. There is plenty of food, so eat
a. as much
b. as much as
c. as many as
4. Does Katrina like
a. shops
b. shop
c. shopping

you like.

for clothes online? No, she doesnt.

6. Mr. Tanaka and Mrs. Tanaka love working and going to school every day. They
enjoy working
going to school.
a. as much as
b. less than
c. than
7. Do they enjoy
a. dancing
b. dance
c. danced
?B: Yes, they do
8. Most people dont enjoy
a. pay
b. paying
c. pays

bills every month.

9. We use too + adjective to talk about more than the right amount. For example: My brother needs a pair of
bigger shoes, these are
.
a. too big

b. too short
c. too enormous
11. We use not + adjective + enough to talk about less than the right amount. For example: The apartment has two
bedrooms. It is not for my husband and me and our sons.
a. big enough
b. enough big
c. enough spacious
12. Cauliflower is my favorite vegetable
a. because of
b. because
c. because at
13.
a. Because
b. Because of
c. Because to

its multiple health benefits.

the high ceiling, David cant reach the smoke alarm.

14. Alison eats meat and rice every day

a. because
b. because of
c. be

she is heathy.

15. Margy couldnt go to the store

a. because
b. because of
c. because to
16. Children didnt go out
a. because of
b. because
c. be

the distance.

bad weather.

17. Good study habits deals with:

Procrastinate the tasks
Underline important information
Never study with a friend
19. Read the sentences and determine which strategy you should try when learning new vocabulary.
a. You dont really need to learn more words in English.
b. You can underline new words and important information.
c. You dont need to learn new words when you write them down.
20. The present perfect is used to talk about actions that started in the past and continue to now. For example:
a. My sister and I study violin. We have studied violin for six
months. b. My sister and I study violin. We enjoy playing the violin.
c. My sister and I study violin. We enjoy doing it.
22. How long has your sister studied French?
a. My sister has studied French since 2011.
b. My sister has studied French since several
years. c. My sister has studied French since a long
time.
23. How long have we stayed at the beach?
a. For July
b. Since May the 21st.
c. For May
24. Camilla
a. has / had
b. have / have
c. has / have

that job for two years.

25. Used to talks about things that happened in the past. For example: What do you usually do after work?

a. I use to gone straight home, but now I take dance classes three times a
week. b. I used to go straight home, but now I take dance classes three times a
week. c. I used to went straight home, but now I take dance classes twice a
week.
26. Have you gained weight recently?
a. No, I havent gained weight recently.
b. No, you arent gained weight recently.
c. No, he isnt gained weight recently.
29. The present perfect is used to talk about actions that started in the past and continue to now. For example:
a. How long have your parents been married?
They have been married for many years.
b. How has work at the office been going?
We have been learning to use the new computer.
c. How has the restaurant been going?
It has been going good.
32. Which question best describes present perfect tense?
a. How much time did you spend driving a car?
b. Have you ever forgotten your driving license?
c. How many students are taking about the driving license test?
35. I was shocked that they had
done it.
already
yet
nor already
37. Infinitives often follow certain verbs. These verbs are followed directly by an infinitive. For example:
a. Some people avoid writing because it is
difficult. b. My friend agreed to take a film class
with me.
c. I cant help worrying about him.
38. What have you
a. decided to do
b. decide to do
c. decides to do
39. Karen and her brothers dont
a. wanted to ride
b. wants to ride
c. want to ride

34. Have the actors arrived?

just
yet
till

for your birthday? Im going to an exhibit at the art museum.

their bikes this afternoon.