TEST 1 UNIT 1

PART 1 PRONUNCIATION (5 questions)

Choose the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following
questions.

1. A. nuts B. snacks C. carbs D. tips

Choose the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following
questions.

2. A. dairy B. grain C. raise D. mainly

Choose the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following
questions.

3. A. manages B. creates C. replaces D. exercises

Choose the word that differs from the other three in the position of the main stress in each of the following
questions.

4. A. protein B. avoid C. relax D. control

Choose the word that differs from the other three in the position of the main stress in each of the following
questions.

5. A. vitamin B. recipe C. energy D. amazing

PART USE OF ENGLISH (14 questions)

2

Choose the best option (A, B, C or D) to complete each of the following questions.
6. My mum always tries to provide ______________ meals with fresh vegetables, pasta or potatoes, and some
meat or fish.

A. balanced B. fit C. dairy D. heavy

Choose the best option (A, B, C or D) to complete each of the following questions.
7. Many people lead such busy lives that they tend to buy ______________ food from supermarkets to save time.

A. natural B. man-made C. processed D. artificial

Choose the best option (A, B, C or D) to complete each of the following questions.
8. Nuts are an excellent choice for snacks because they are rich ______________ protein, healhty fats, and fiber.

A. in B. with C. on D. for

Choose the best option (A, B, C or D) to complete each of the following questions.
9. When you are weight training, start with a weight you can ______________ comfortably 12 to 15 times, then
gradually increase the amount of weight.

A. bring B. lift C. use D. gain

Choose the best option (A, B, C or D) to complete each of the following questions.
10. Susan cannot eat ______________ products, which are food made from milk.

A. organic B. instant C. tasty D. dairy

Choose the best option (A, B, C or D) to complete each of the following questions.
 11. The high fiber content of whole grains may help with ______________ bad cholesterol levels.

A. lowering B. losing C. fighting D. containing

Choose the best option (A, B, C or D) to complete each of the following questions.
12. Sadly, few schools spend ______________ time teaching children about nutrition.

A. many B. little C. enough D. too much

Choose the best option (A, B, C or D) to complete each of the following questions.
13. This loaf of bread ______________ fresh. I think you should throw it away.

A. isn't looking B. doesn't look C. hasn't looked D. didn't look

Choose the best option (A, B, C or D) to complete each of the following questions.
14. Too ______________ fat in your diet can cause damage to your heart.

A. much B. many C. less D. few

Choose the best option (A, B, C or D) to complete each of the following questions.
15. Andy: Mum, why ______________ the meat?
Mum: I think it has gone off.

A. do you smell B. are you smelling C. was you smelling D. did you smell

Choose the best option (A, B, C or D) to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the
underlined part in each of the following questions.
16. High levels of stress can have a serious impact on your mental and physical health, so it’s important that you
spend time chilling out.

A. hanging out B. entertaining C. relaxing D. enjoying

Choose the best option (A, B, C or D) to indicate the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the
underlined part in each of the following questions.
17. Exercising regularly and limiting alcohol consumption can reduce your risk of early death.

A. problem B. danger C. harm D. possibility

Choose the best option (A, B, C or D) to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined part in each of the following questions.
18. If you want to lose weight, you should limit your total fat intake.

A. reduce B. increase C. control D. balance

Choose the best option (A, B, C or D) to indicate the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined part in each of the following questions.
19. Calcium is a mineral which is known for strengthening the bones.

A. weakening B. improving C. developing D. destroying

PART WORD FORMATION (3 questions)

3

Write the correct form of the given words.

20. Research has shown that regular exercise helps increase your life ______________, so adults should get 15
minutes of physical activity a day.

(EXPECT)

Write the correct form of the given words.

 21. Fried foods are generally considered ______________ because they are high in calories, fat, and added sugars.

(HEALTH)

Write the correct form of the given words.

22. According to a research, 21 percent of adults say they feel more ______________ when they don't get enough
sleep.

(STRESS)

PART ERROR IDENTIFICATION (2 questions)

4

Find the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.
23. Although durian smells badly, it is a great source of fiber, Vitamin C, protein and carbohydrates.

A. smells B. badly C. source of D. carbohydrates

Find the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.
24. An active sociable life can play an important role in maintaining good health.

A. sociable life B. play C. role in D. good health

PART READING (5 questions)

5

Read the website article from an e-zine for teenagers. Choose the best word or phrase (A, B, C, or D) for each
space. (5 questions)
As a teenager, it is common to become stressed due to the amount of schoolwork, family problems, social issues,
and personal worries. However, if you can stop feeling stressed, you will feel better in your brain as well as in your
body. The good news is that there are a number of ways for teenagers to (25)___________ stress.
Have a healthy lifestyle. It is the first thing to do to reduce stress. This includes regular exercise, healthy eating,
and (26)___________ sleep. Physical activity changes the way your body works. In addition, eating a balanced diet
and getting enough rest helps your body to work better and keep up your energy levels.

Next, you need to have some ways to deal with stress. This can include practicing relaxation techniques such as
deep breathing or yoga. Take breaks from situations in which you become stressed. Go and do a hobby for a short
time that makes you feel good, because that will change your (27)___________.

Another thing which works well is talking about a problem with a friend or a member of your family. But choose
the person carefully. It must be someone who has the (28)___________ to listen and not to judge your actions.
Finally, think about the situations which make you stressed and, if possible, (29)___________ those situations. For
example, if you become stressed because you are sometimes late handing in schoolwork, make a schedule when
you are given the work and follow it carefully.

(25) A. deal B. manage C. achieve D. succeed

(26) A. much B. many C. enough D. lot

(27) A. life B. body C. mind D. mood

(28) A. ability B. intelligence C. comprehension D. skill

(29) A. escape B. avoid C. go round D. put off

PART 7 WRITING (6 questions)

Rewrite the following sentences without changing their meaning. Use the given word(s) if any.

35. Martha slept too little last night, so she is very tired at the moment. (ENOUGH)
→ ___________

Rewrite the following sentences without changing their meaning. Use the given word(s) if any.

36. Despite the scary look, fish head soup has a delicious taste. (TASTES)
→ ___________

Rewrite the following sentences without changing their meaning. Use the given word(s) if any.

37. I couldn't eat the soup because it was too salty.

→ I couldn't eat the soup because there___________

Rewrite the following sentences without changing their meaning. Use the given word(s) if any.

38. Working out at the gym is too expensive for some people.
→ Some people don't have___________
39. Consuming / too / junk food / lead / many / health problems / obesity / diabetes.
→ ___________
40. My grandmother / always / take care / herself / pay / attention / diet.
→ ___________

HOMEWORK
Read the following passage and choose A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions
In this era of increased global warming and diminishing fossil fuel supplies, we must begin to put a greater priority on
harnessing alternative energy sources. Fortunately, there are a number of readily available, renewable resources that
are both cost- effective and earth - friendly. Two such resources are solar power and geothermal power.
Solar energy, which reaches the earth through sunlight, is so abundant that it could meet the needs of worldwide
energy consumption 6,000 times over. And solar energy is easily harnessed through the use of photovoltaic cells that
convert sunlight to electricity. In the us alone, more than 100, 000 homes are equipped with solar electric systems in
the form of solar panels or solar roof tiles. And in other parts of the world, including many developing countries, the
use of solar system is growing steadily.
Another alternative energy source, which is abundant in specific geographical areas, is geothermal power, which
creates energy by tapping heat from below the surface of the earth. Hot water and steam that are trapped in
underground pools are pumped to the surface and used to run a generator, which produces electricity. Geothermal
energy is 50,000 times more abundant than the entire known supply of fossil fuel resources and as with solar power,
the technology needed to utilize geothermal energy is fairly simple. A prime example of effective geothermal use in
Iceland, a region of high geothermal activity where there are over 80 percent of private homes, are heated by
geothermal power.
Solar and geothermal energy are just two of promising renewable alternatives to conventional energy sources. The
time is long overdue to invest in the development and use of alternative energy on global scale.
Question 39. What is the main topic of this passage?
A. The benefits of solar and wind power over conventional energy sources.
B. Two types of alternative energy sources that should be further utilized.
C. How energy resources are tapped from nature.
D. Examples of the use of energy sources worldwide.
Question 40. Which of the following words could best replace the word “abundant”?
A. a lot B. scarce C. little D. enough
Question 41. The word “it” in the second paragraph refers to_____________
A. solar energy B. the earth C. sunlight D. energy consumption
Question 42. According to the passage, how is solar energy production similar to geothermal energy production?
A. They both require the use of a generator. B. They both use heat from the earth’s surface.
C. They both require fairly simple technology. D. They are both conventional and costly.
Question 43. What best describes the author’s purpose in writing the passage?
A. To warn people about the hazards of fossil fuel use.
B. To convince people of the benefits of developing alternative energy sources.
C. To describe the advantages and disadvantages of alternative energy use.
D. To outline the problems and solutions connected with global warming.