Su1 Assessment Final Exam

Final Exam
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General Test
Part 1
Listen to the radio advertisement. Then circle all the correct answers.
1. The advertisement
a. provides facts and figures.
b. associates positive qualities with a product.
c. manipulates people’s emotions.
d. provides testimonials.
2. Which of these organizations would be likely to receive donations from We_R_U?
a. an organization that helps deliver clean water to poor countries
b. a group of volunteers that clean up litter in local parks
c. a center for orphan orangutans
d. a medical team investigating the causes of cancer
3. What kind of clothing will We_R_U’s products include?
a. informal
b. inappropriate
c. loud
d. formal
4. How does the speaker describe Royal Earl’s personality?
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a. egotistical
b. passionate
c. imaginative
d. difficult
5. Why would a consumer choose to buy We_R_U clothing?
a. They’re made by a famous designer.
b. Buying them is a form of philanthropy.
c. They’re higher quality than other similar products.
d. Wearing them may increase buyers’ income.

Part 2
Listen to the conversation. Then circle the correct answers.
6. Why does Kate like the We_R_U dresses?
a. They match her personal style.
b. She is a fan of Yvette delaCouer.
c. They’re fashionable.
7. Why has Lynn decided not to buy any We_R_U dresses?
a. She’s in debt.
b. She isn’t sure they’re worth the money.
c. She wants to create a strict budget first.
8. What is Lynn’s plan for shopping?
a. She’ll do comparison shopping.
b. She’ll go browsing frequently.
c. She’ll go bargain hunting during the end-of-season sales.
9. How does Kate feel about We_R_U?
a. She thinks people are being forced to buy their products.
b. She is unsure of how effective their philanthropy will be.
c. She wonders if the project will really donate ten percent of its products’ prices.
10. Why does Kate refer to apples and oranges?
a. We_R_U’s claims about their donations seem somewhat far-fetched.
b. Profit and price are different things.
c. Not everyone would agree that ten percent is a lot of money.

Part 3
Circle the answer that correctly completes each sentence.
11. Kevin says his brother had been acting ( rebellious / spoiled / moody ) for a while.
12. What Kevin’s brother, Matt, hated was ( being grounded / following rules / being punished ).
13. After his mother got sick, Matt became more ( considerate / serious / trustworthy ).
14. Kevin was ( depressed / surprised / annoyed ) that his brother didn’t like the gift.
15. Matt thinks that Royal Earl’s music is too ( commercial / serious / sentimental ).

Part 4
Circle the answer that correctly completes each sentence.
16. Blake felt ( self-conscious / self-confident / self-centered ) because he was underdressed for the concert.
17. Our company is looking for someone young and ( talkative / respectful / energetic ) to fill this position. If you
tend to get tired easily, this job is not for you.
18. Mika is a very ( gifted / passionate / moody ) student; she has learned six languages in just two years.
19. I always thought that Marshall Adams was a ( realistic / trustworthy / hardworking ) journalist, but I just don’t
buy his latest story. What he wrote just couldn’t have happened.
20. Stacia is such a ( workaholic / pain in the neck / people person ). She’s always the first person to arrive at
the office and the last person to leave in the evening.

Part 5
Complete each sentence using the correct form of the word in parentheses.
21. I’d like (give) the chance to find out if the story is accurate before I make up my
mind.
22. Although I was disappointed, I appreciated (inform) that the concert had to be
canceled.
23. Since we had a reservation, we were pleased (not / ask) to wait for more than five
minutes.
24. Most teenagers resent (tell) what to do by their parents or other adults.
25. Several students arrived late and asked (give) more time to complete the test.
26. I have requested (contact) about this matter in the future.

Part 6
Complete each sentence using the future perfect form of the word in parentheses.
Example: By the time I go to bed this evening, I hope to have read (hope / read) this entire mystery novel.
27. I (hope / complete) all of the work on the house by the time you come to visit next
summer.
28. By next month, she (expect / finish) studying for her university entrance exams so
she can take a vacation.
29. Lourdes (plan / write) thank you notes to all of the wedding guests before she goes
on her honeymoon.
30. Peter (not save) enough money for a car before the end of year.
31. By this time next year, I (intend / complete) my degree. Then I can start looking for
a job.

Part 7
Put the words and phrases in the correct order to make sentences.
32. supposed to / weren’t / We / until 7:30 / arrive

33. talk back / Young children / to their parents / aren’t / supposed to

34. I / my exam grades / about / was / find out / supposed to

35. to bring / is / to the party / supposed / Everyone / to the party / a dish

36. today / you / supposed to / your doctor / call / Weren’t


Part 8
Read the sentences. Decide if the person is very certain, almost certain, or not certain.
Then circle the correct answers.
37. It’s questionable whether the members of this community could have built these structures. They probably didn’t.
a. very certain
b. almost certain
c. not certain
38. The story about the Loch Ness monster might have been true. I wonder if it is.
a. very certain
b. almost certain
c. not certain
39. The prince couldn’t have come to Paris. It’s obvious from his social networking site that he’s still in New York.
a. very certain
b. almost certain
c. not certain
40. Rita must have been grounded. She probably got caught coming home late again.
a. very certain
b. almost certain
c. not certain
41. It’s possible Gianna quit her job. She was saying how she wanted to take a breather and slow down.
a. very certain
b. almost certain
c. not certain
42. Rachel had to have been spoiled when she was a child. Clearly, she doesn’t know how to be thankful.
a. very certain
b. almost certain
c. not certain

Part 9
Match the situations with the words that best describe each person. Write the letter.
43. Marcy gets everything she wants. It doesn’t matter if it costs a few hundred dollars or a few
thousand dollars.
44. Sonia’s parents call her frequently to check that she is OK, and they won’t let her walk to
school by herself.
45. Our teacher lets us turn in our assignments late and never takes attendance.
46. Kelsey is always doing risky things, and she usually convinces her friends and younger brother
to join her.
47. My grandmother is getting older, but she wants to do everything by herself and hates to
ask for help.
48. Elias tells his mother that she is old-fashioned and interrupts her all the time.
a. disrespectful
b. spoiled
c. independent
d. lenient
e. overprotective
f. troublemaker

Part 10
Circle the correct answer to speculate about each statement using a perfect modal.
49. It’s almost certain that climate change played a role in the disappearance of the dinosaurs. Climate change
( must have / might have / had to have) played a role in the disappearance of the dinosaurs.
50. Some scientists believe it’s possible that a large asteroid hit Earth, creating a huge amount of dust that blocked
the sun. An asteroid ( might have / had to have / was supposed to have) hit Earth, creating a huge amount of
dust that blocked the sun.
51. Other scientists believe that it’s obvious the dinosaurs died over an extended period of time. The dinosaurs’
disappearance ( couldn’t have / must not have / might not have) been so sudden.
52. Large dinosaurs required an enormous amount of food. It’s possible that they were no longer able to find
enough to eat. Large dinosaurs ( might not have / couldn’t have / weren’t supposed to have ) been able to
find enough to eat.
53. One famous physicist claims there is evidence to support his theory. He says it’s certain that a meteor crash
was responsible for the disappearance of the dinosaurs. A meteor ( had to have / might have / will have )
been responsible for the disappearance of the dinosaurs.
54. Other scientists maintain that it’s not possible the meteor crash was the only factor. The meteor crash ( couldn’t
have / won’t have / might not have ) been the only factor.

Part 11
Read the article. Then circle the correct answers.
Tortoise and Eagle

Tortoise and Eagle had never met, as Eagle lived high in
a tree and Tortoise lived on the ground. However, Eagle
heard how kind and generous Tortoise was, and so one
day he decided to go visit him. Tortoise invited Eagle to
stay for dinner. Eagle sat for several hours, eating the
delicious food and admiring Tortoise’s charming home.
Eagle enjoyed the meal so much that he came back again
and again. Each time he would eat as much as he could.
Eagle’s visits made life difficult for Tortoise. It was

expensive to buy enough food to feed such a large bird.
Eagle was also very messy, especially when eating. And at every visit, he broke something with his
large, clumsy wings. It would take Tortoise a long time to clean up after each visit. Tortoise began to
resent Eagle’s never returning the favor or offering to make a meal for him. But Eagle didn’t care about
the difficulties he was causing: He only cared about himself. “Ha! I’ve eaten Tortoise’s food, but he will
never be able to come and eat any of mine!” he laughed proudly. One day, Tortoises’ friend, Frog
overheard Eagle’s boasting and laughing. He went to Tortoise and said, “You’re too good-natured and
easy-going. Eagle is taking advantage of you.” Then Frog told him what to do.
On Eagle’s next visit, Tortoise said, “Please, friend, let me give you a pot of food to take home.” Eagle
accepted the offer and waited while Tortoise went into the kitchen for the food. Tortoise hid inside the
pot and called out, “Here’s your food.” Eagle grabbed the pot and flew to his home in the trees. But
when he opened the pot and looked inside, he was surprised to find only Tortoise. “What? You’re not
supposed to be in there! Where is the food?” Eagle asked. Tortoise replied, “I thought it’d be a nice
change to visit your home. I look forward to sharing a meal with you.” Eagle became angry and said,
“You will be the only meal here today, Tortoise!” He tried to bite Tortoise but hurt his beak on
Tortoise’s hard shell. “I see what kind of friend you are, Eagle. Take me home,” said Tortoise. “I’ll drop
you to the ground and smash you to pieces,” screamed Eagle, and he flew off with Tortoise in his
claws. However, Tortoise grabbed onto Eagle’s leg. “Please let go!” Eagle begged, trying to shake him
off. “Only after you bring me home,” Tortoise replied. Eagle had no choice but to comply. Once safely
home, Tortoise turned and said, “A friend must be willing to give as well as receive. You’re not
welcome here anymore.” Then he went inside, leaving Eagle to think about his selfishness.
55. What is the best description of Tortoise?

a. considerate
b. outgoing
c. hardworking
56. What is the best description of Eagle?
a. self-confident
b. self-centered
c. self-conscious
57. What kind of guest was Eagle?
a. affectionate
b. fascinating
c. destructive
58. What is the most likely description of a clumsy person?
a. someone who always bumps into things
b. someone who is too big to fit in many places
c. someone who is very messy
59. Why was Eagle sure that Tortoise would never come to share his food?
a. Tortoise was too polite to come to Eagle’s house without an invitation.
b. Eagle never had enough food in his own home to invite Tortoise.
c. Tortoise would not be able to reach Eagle’s home in the tree.
60. Did Tortoise expect Eagle to give him a meal?
a. Yes, he was hoping that Eagle would show some generosity.

b. No, he wanted to teach Eagle a lesson.
c. No, but he wanted to give Eagle a chance to show he was kind.
61. What is the most likely meaning of comply?
a. continue
b. listen
c. obey
62. What is the purpose of the story?
a. to propose a theory
b. to teach a lesson
c. to amuse the reader

Part 12
Read the article. Then circle the correct answers.
The Salem Witch Trials

In 1692, in the town of Salem, Massachusetts, two
young girls, who were usually very modest and
serious, began to act very strangely. They said they
were seeing things that no one else could see, and
they said things that the people in the town could not
understand. The people of the town were confused and
afraid. They could not understand the children’s
strange behavior. The leaders of the community
decided that the cause must have been witchcraft;
witches who use magic and spells must have been
making the girls do this. When the girls heard this
suggestion, they agreed and began to accuse their
neighbors. They claimed their neighbors were witches
who were using magic and spells to make them act in
this strange manner. Soon, more and more girls began
to act in the same way, and the accusations continued
for weeks. This created a very serious situation in the
small town. The punishment for people who were
found guilty of witchcraft was death. As a result of the
accusations, more than 140 people were put on trial.
Twenty of them were put to death.
What was really the explanation for the girls’
behavior? More than 300 years later, historians and
ordinary people still wonder what could have
happened. Many theories about the causes of their
behavior have been presented. Some experts
speculate the girls could have just been rebelling. The
community was very strict, and children were expected to be obedient and respectful at all times. This could
have been their way of acting out, similar to rebellious teenagers of today.
Another interesting idea came from a student, named Linnda Caporeal, who became fascinated by the events
in Salem. She speculated the girls’ behavior might have been a reaction to a poison. She had read about a
seventeenth-century French woman who behaved in a similar way. The woman had eaten some bread made
from grain that was old and wet. Old, wet grain can change and create a harmful chemical, which remains in the
bread even after it is baked. After the French woman ate the bread, she began to act just like the girls in Salem.
She also said she saw strange things.
Caporeal then looked at some old farm records and found that in 1692, the weather was warm and wet in
Massachusetts. She also discovered that the grain grown by the farmers in Salem was the same kind as the
grain in the bread eaten by the French woman. Might bread that contained this same, dangerous chemical have

been eaten by the girls in Salem? Could it have caused them to behave in this strange way? Some experts
agree that this is a likely explanation, although others remain skeptical. The grain, the bread, and the bodies are
all gone so it is difficult to prove. It’s likely that the behavior of the Salem girls will remain a mystery.
63. What were the girls like before they started acting strangely?
a. rebellious
b. talkative
c. conservative
64. What did the leaders of Salem think had caused the girls’ behavior?
a. rebellious thoughts
b. unexplainable powers
c. inconsiderate neighbors
65. Why are people today still so interested in what happened in Salem more than 300 years ago?
a. It destroyed the community and left many people dead.
b. We learned an important lesson from what happened there.
c. It is still a mystery that has no clear explanation.
66. Why do some historians think the girls were acting out?
a. There are documents that suggest this explanation.
b. The Salem community was extraordinarily strict.
c. The girls were at an age when many young people in the town rebelled.
67. Why did Linnda Caporeal question the theory about the girls’ rebelling?
a. She found proof that it was wrong.
b. She did not believe that the girls would act like that.
c. She thought there was a scientific explanation.
68. What is the most likely meaning of a poison?

a. a chemical that can harm or kill you
b. very strong psychological stress
c. a chemical reaction that occurs naturally
69. What was Caporeal’s explanation for the events in Salem?
a. spiritual confusion
b. a crime committed against the girls
c. food poisoning
70. What reason does the article give for why many scholars are skeptical of Caporeal’s theory?
a. There is no physical evidence.
b. They think we will never find an answer.
c. They think other theories are more accurate.

Writing Test
Part 1
Choose one of the topics below to write about. Write a paragraph of at least six to seven
sentences.
Topic 1
Is life more or less stressful today than it was in past generations? What are some things that make life less
stressful or contribute to the stress?
Topic 2
What is an issue in your community? What needs to be improved? What is the most effective way to make a
contribution to your community?
Topic 3
Is it better to approach life as an optimist and risk being disappointed, or as a pessimist and hope to be pleasantly
surprised?
Topic 4
Should teenagers concentrate all their time and energy on their studies, or is it important for them to do other work,
either in their home or at a job?



Part 2
What do you think is the most important issue in environmental conservation today? Why
did you choose this issue? What is being done about it? What can individuals do to help?
Write a three-paragraph essay.



Speaking Test
Part 1
What are the most important population trends in your country? Consider the following
questions in planning your response. Speak for two to three minutes.
• Is the population growing quickly?
• Is the birthrate rising or falling?
• How large is the elderly population?
• What do you think will happen as a result of the population trends?
Part 2
Your roommate is trying to save money to purchase a place of his or her own. Make up a
conversation between you and your roommate in which he or she asks for advice and
you give advice on how to save money. Consider the following questions in planning
your response. Speak for two to three minutes.
• What should your roommate do?
• What should your roommate avoid doing?
• What is your roommate’s opinion on your advice?
Part 3
Which of the following statements do you agree with? Give examples, details, and facts
to support your opinion. Speak for two to three minutes.
• “Advertisements persuade people to buy things they do not need.”
• “Advertisements are useful and inform consumers about what products are available.”


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a. provides facts and figures.

b. associates positive qualities with a product.

c. manipulates people’s emotions.

2. Which of these organizations would be likely to receive donations from We_R_U?

a. an organization that helps deliver clean water to poor countries

b. a group of volunteers that clean up litter in local parks

c. a center for orphan orangutans

d. a medical team investigating the causes of cancer

3. What kind of clothing will We_R_U’s products include?

4. How does the speaker describe Royal Earl’s personality?

Level 1—Final Exam 1

5. Why would a consumer choose to buy We_R_U clothing?

a. They’re made by a famous designer.

b. Buying them is a form of philanthropy.

c. They’re higher quality than other similar products.

d. Wearing them may increase buyers’ income.

Level 1—Final Exam 2

6. Why does Kate like the We_R_U dresses?

a. They match her personal style.

b. She is a fan of Yvette delaCouer.

7. Why has Lynn decided not to buy any We_R_U dresses?

b. She isn’t sure they’re worth the money.

c. She wants to create a strict budget first.

8. What is Lynn’s plan for shopping?

a. She’ll do comparison shopping.

b. She’ll go browsing frequently.

c. She’ll go bargain hunting during the end-of-season sales.

9. How does Kate feel about We_R_U?

a. She thinks people are being forced to buy their products.

b. She is unsure of how effective their philanthropy will be.

10. Why does Kate refer to apples and oranges?

a. We_R_U’s claims about their donations seem somewhat far-fetched.

b. Profit and price are different things.

c. Not everyone would agree that ten percent is a lot of money.

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32. supposed to / weren’t / We / until 7:30 / arrive

33. talk back / Young children / to their parents / aren’t / supposed to

34. I / my exam grades / about / was / find out / supposed to

35. to bring / is / to the party / supposed / Everyone / to the party / a dish

36. today / you / supposed to / your doctor / call / Weren’t

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thousand dollars.

school by herself.

to join her.

ask for help.

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Level 1—Final Exam 12

Tortoise and Eagle

Eagle’s visits made life difficult for Tortoise. It was

55. What is the best description of Tortoise?

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56. What is the best description of Eagle?

57. What kind of guest was Eagle?

58. What is the most likely description of a clumsy person?

a. someone who always bumps into things

b. someone who is too big to fit in many places

c. someone who is very messy

a. Tortoise was too polite to come to Eagle’s house without an invitation.