Grade 8 Small Summative 1

Name ____________________ Surname__________________________ Date: ____________________________

1. Choose the correct definition of the word “feed” 5p

A) to take part in the sport of riding C) objects such as rings, necklaces

B) to give food to a person or animal D) to stay under water for a long time

2. Choose the correct word that fits the following definition “to want to do something very much” 5p

A) to juggle B) to dive C) to be keen on D) to follow

3. Complete the sentence with the correct word. My sister gave me a piece of _________ as a gift on my birthday. 5p

A) jewellery B) safety rules C) roller coaster D) exhibition

4. Complete the sentence with the correct phrase. I always ___________ seeing my grandchildren. 5p

A) dive into B) change my mind C) stay away D) look forward to

5. Choose the an odd one. 5p A) telescope B) sky C) exhibition D) universe

6. Complete the sentence with the correct form of the verb. 20p

1. We _______just _______ (come) back from our holidays.

2. The Queen __________ (arrive) in an RAF helicopter last night.
3. The postman _______________ (bring) it two hours ago.
4. It _____________________ (not rain) yet.

7. Complete the sentences. “since” or “for” 10p

1. I have wanted to be a doctor __________ I was a kid. 2. It has been raining __________ a long time.

8. Complete the sentences with the correct preposition. 15p to, on, from
1. Most children are keen ________ playing in the park.
2. My sister loves listening_______ pop music.
3. We should stay away_________ cruel people.

9. Make up the sentence. 10p

1. done\The children\already\have\their homework. _______________________________________________________

10.Read the passage and answer the questions. 20p

This year I have been to London. I have made some new friends here. I have learnt many traditions and I have seen a lot of
wonderful things here. It is one of the oldest cities in the world and at the same time one of the largest cities in Europe. It is
not only the capital, but also a big port and one of the greatest commercial centers in the world. This is on the bank of the
Thames. You can see many bridges over the Thames. But Tower Bridge is the most interesting one. The City is the oldest
part and the heart of London. You can enjoy being in the West End. It is the most fashionable and expensive part of London.

1. The passage is mainly about…. 5p A) London as a large city B) the London bridges C) New friends in London

2. Complete the sentence. 5p London is…… A) a small city in the world B) a great commercial center

3. Complete the sentence according to the passage.5p People can see ………………….…… over the Thames.

4. Write the opposite of the word ‘different’ from the passage.5p ______________________________