PRE UNIT 3 TEST

1. Read the dialogue and find ten mistakes (an unnecessary word, a word missing or an incorrect word). Write the corrected sentences in the right column. Jane I’m quite fancy that new war film. Shall we go later? Lucy Not another war film! I rather go to watch a comedy. Jane We watched what you wanted the last two times! And you adore on the main actor! Lucy I know, but I’m not keen with violent films. JaneWell, I rather watch a science fiction than a comedy. Lucy OK. Shall we settle in Star Trek? Jane I’m a big fan to the original Star Trek, but… Lucy But, you’re not really fancy the remake. Shall we just go bowling? Jane That’s great idea! Let’s phone the others! Lucy That’s agree then. At last! Have you got Molly’s number …? 2. Complete the advert with the necessary words. ‘Right. I must eat something. Boil the water, open the packet, read the instructions … Oh no, I have to prepare a lot of vegetables!’Does this sound like you in the kitchen? If it does, you need READYLUNCH!Open the packet. Don’t worry – you don't have to prepare any vegetables. Just add hot water, sit down and enjoy!But remember, you mustn't tell your friends about this or they’ll all want one! Go on. You really must try it! 3. Read the text. Choose the correct answers. Do you want to be on TV or in a film? Well, if you do, then why not become an extra? Extras play a very small part in a film or TV programme. They don’t usually speak. However, they may have to walk across the set or stand with other extras as part of a crowd.There are many agencies that are always looking for extras and some of them are online, so it’s easy to apply wherever you live. You usually just need to fill in an application form and send in some photos. TV and film directors often want extras who have a particular look. For example, they may want women with long hair for period dramas and people who look a bit scary for horror films, so try to think about the kind of programme that you’d like to be in when you’re choosing which photos to send.So imagine you get a call to say a director wants you in their next film. You’re really excited, but what happens next? Well, don’t be anxious about how you’ll look on screen, as the company will do lots of work on you when you arrive on the set. You might have to wear your own clothes, but don’t worry about your hair and make-up as there will be staff to make you look perfect for the role.Now, although it all sounds really exciting, be prepared to sit around for a lot of the day, waiting until you are needed for your scene. The time can go very slowly if you don’t have anything to do, so it’s a good idea to take a book with you on any job that you get. Take some food and drink, too – you’ll probably get lunch, but remember it’ll be a long day!Most extras can earn about £90 to £110 a day. This isn’t very good for the number of hours that you need to be available, but for the actual work that you do, it’s OK. However, people usually become an extra for the chance to be on the big screen rather than for the money. Some people hope that it may lead to a real acting part. This doesn’t happen very often, but there are some stories of extras becoming famous because a director saw them on a film set. However, even if you continue to just be an extra, you might get to see one of your favourite Hollywood actors one day, and it will definitely be something to tell all your friends about! What is the best title for the article? My life as a film and TV extra What to expect as a film and TV extra From TV extra to film star What does the writer think is a benefit of being an extra? You might get jobs for your friends. You can meet famous actors. You will get noticed by the film director. What does the writer think about the job of an extra? It is very popular with actors. It can be a bit boring. It is always well paid. The writer suggests taking a book so that you have some entertainment. you look more serious. you can learn about the film. The writer suggests that you will get an ‘extra’ job if your appearance is right. you have the right clothes. you are in the right place. 4. Complete the sentences with the correct words. The first and last letter of each word has been given. 1. Many war films contain a lot of fighting and are too violent for younger children to watch.2. I really like watching horror films, especially if the characters are very scary.3. Film producers say that you can’t make a good film from a bad script.4. I like action films like the James Bond films because they usually have a strong plot.5. It doesn’t matter what kind of film it is – if the acting is convincing, I usually love it.6. I think thrillers are gripping – you never know what’s going to happen next! 5. Read the definitions of films and TV programmes and write the correct words. 1. In this programme, real people perform a special skill and the audience chooses the winner. talent show2. This is a film about events from the past; the actors always wear beautiful clothes. period drama3. In this programme, someone sits and talks to famous people. chat show4. I watch this type of programme if I want to learn interesting facts about something, like wildlife, for example. documentary5. When I want to know if it’s going to be sunny, I watch this. weather forecast6. I like this type of programme, especially if I know the answers to the questions. game show 6. Read the advice for an actor on a film set. Rewrite the advice using one of the verbs in brackets. 1. It isn’t necessary to wear any special clothes.‘I (needn’t / mustn’t) ._.’I needn't wear any special clothes.2. It isn’t necessary to stay on the film set after 5 p.m.‘I (mustn’t / don’t have to) ._.’I don't have to stay on the film set after 5 p.m.3. It’s very important to bring some food with you.‘I (must / have to) _.’I must bring some food with me.4. It’s important to learn the script.‘I (must / mustn’t) _.’I must learn the script.5. If you are seventeen or under, it’s compulsory to bring a parent with you.‘I (must / have to) _.’I must bring a parent with me.6. You are not allowed to use your mobile on the set.‘I (mustn’t / don’t have to) _.’I mustn't use my mobile on the set.7. Don’t look at the camera when you’re acting.‘I (mustn’t / don’t have to) _.’I mustn't look at the camera when I'm acting. 7. Listen to five people talking about things they do in their free time. Match the speakers (1–5) with the statements (A–F). There is one extra statement. Speaker 4 wants to take part in something.Speaker 1 doesn’t listen to the advice of a family member.Speaker 5 had help from a family member.Speaker 2 needs to make a decision.Speaker 3 has entertainment wherever they are.Speaker - feels that they should do more exercise. 8. Complete the sentences with the words below. There is one extra word. 1 Scientists are doing research into how important it is for students to do homework.2 The fact that children watch too much television causes concern for many parents.3 Some decisions are difficult to make.4 My dad always encourages me to express my opinions about what is happening in the world.5 Students who work hard usually get good grades.6 Using a mobile phone can have positive and negative effects on people’s lives.7 Eating fruit and vegetables can provide a lot of health benefits.8 Some people like to take part in online games so that they can play with their friends.Extra word: get 9. Choose and write the correct words to complete the sentences. 1. Was there any (some / any) food left in the fridge?2. I haven’t got many (much / many) video games at the moment.3. Jenny thinks that some (some / any) films are more imaginative than the books.4. Hurry up! There are only a few (many / a few) tickets left.5. Have you got much (much / many) homework to do this weekend?6. How much (How much / How many) singing did you do at your drama club yesterday?7.It only takes a little (a few / a little) time to learn the rules of this game.8. We don’t have much (much / many) juice in the fridge, but there’s a lot of milk. EXTRA TASK! DO IT ONLY IF YOU HAVE FINISHED EVERYTHING ELSE!Remember any adjectives with negative prefixes. Write sentences with them. You will get 1 point for every sentence. If you're super-brave, you can do the writing. You can write it here or in your copybook.