THE FINAL TEST

1. Complete the sentences with the correct form of the words in brackets. 1 It was too cold on the platform, so we sat in the waiting (wait) room until the train arrived. 2 Pictures by painters (paint) like Picasso and Van Gogh sell for hundreds of millions of pounds today.3 Some people say that money brings happiness (happy), but I’m not so sure.4 My grandparents live in a peaceful (peace) village in the middle of the countryside.5 Our head teacher is recognised for her flexibility (flexible). She doesn’t always stick to the rules. 2. Listen to Ryan and Elsa talk about selfie sticks: Answer questions 1–5. Write 'R' (Ryan) or 'E' (Elsa). 1. takes pity on people who use selfie sticks? R2. suggests that selfie sticks improve photos? R3. mentions a prohibition involving selfie sticks? R4. asks about the price of a selfie stick? E5. does not approve of selfie sticks at all? E 3. Choose the correct words to complete the sentences. 1. They spread a blanket on the lawn (flower bed / lawn) and sat down to eat their picnic.2. There’s a soundproof (an open-air / a soundproof) room in his basement where his band practises.3. I had to run to catch up with (catch up with / fit in with) my friends, who had already started walking.4. We’re taking the sleeper (cabin / sleeper) from London to Edinburgh, so I hope we get a good night’s rest.5. Mimi sprained her wrist (waist / wrist) when she was playing tennis this morning.6. Click on (Click on / Scroll down) the icon and a new window will open. 7. My mother does (does / makes) yoga in her free time.8. Take (Make / Take) a look at the menu and tell me what you’d like to eat.9. I picked up (hung up / picked up) the phone as soon as I heard it ring.10. I’m going to set up (log on / set up) a separate account for my personal emails.11. Arthur Miller is the American playwright (actor / playwright) who wrote Death of a Salesman.12. I’m busy right now. I’ll get (call / get) back to you later. 4. Read the text and choose the correct answers. Get the message?Your mobile phone vibrates in your pocket. ‘Need to see you,’ reads the screen. Nothing new, considering that texting is currently the most common form of long-distance communication. But how were messages conveyed in the past?One of the first methods was the smoke signal. This practice was used by Chinese soldiers guarding the Great Wall to warn of the enemy’s approach. The Greeks devised a whole alphabet of smoke signals for sending messages. But it was Native Americans who made the system mobile by carrying small bunches of dried grasses around with them. These could be lit quickly from any place at any time.Moving on to messages transmitted by sound, an early technique was the drum. Drums are still used today in the rainforests of Africa, Papua New Guinea and Central and South America for broadcasting news. The instrument is made from a hollow log and this is hit with a stick. On receiving the message, each village passes it on to the next, which means that news can travel at up to 150 km an hour.Another instrument traditionally used for long-distance communication is the alphorn. These four-metre long wooden horns were common in most mountainous regions of Europe and their deep rich sound could be heard over 6 km away. Farmers would use them to send messages across the valley as well as to call in their cows. Today, the alphorn is a form of entertainment, and Switzerland alone has around 4,000 players.In some parts of the world, humans are able to convey messages over long distances without using instruments. On La Gomera, one of the Canary Islands, people use Silbo, or the ‘whistling language’ to communicate across the valleys. The language involves the use of the tongue, lips and hands to make sounds, which can travel up to 5 km. To ensure its continuation, Silbo is currently a compulsory subject in primary and secondary schools on the island.A look at long-distance communication would not be complete without mentioning the art of yodelling. This is a form of singing, in which the voice changes pitch very quickly, making it easily heard over long distances. It is believed that the technique was developed in the Swiss Alps, but it is also found in other places such as Central Africa. At one time, yodelling was popular in theatres and music halls, but this is no longer so. What was most remarkable about the Greeks’ system of smoke signals? It could be used instantly. It could distract the enemy. It could stop wars from breaking out. It could communicate words. What is the advantage of communicating by drum? The simplicity of the instrument. The length of the message. The volume of the sound. The speed of the transmission. Which of the statements about the alphorn is TRUE? Farmers used them just for communication. The art of playing the alphorn is still alive today. An alphorn is the approximate length of one tall person. At one time, alphorns could be found all over the world. Why is Silbo unlikely to die out? It is passed down from parents to children. It is the only way to communicate over long distances on the island. It is a very easy language. It is taught in the island’s schools. Today yodelling is still popular as a form of entertainment. as a way of calling animals. as a technique used in opera. as a means of communication in some areas. 5. Rewrite the sentences so they have a similar meaning. Use the words in brackets. 1. It looks like a sort of fish. (it / kind)It looks like a kind of fish.2. I’m not a fan of jazz music. (really / thing)Jazz music isn't really my thing.3. Both photos show scuba diving. (common / theme)The common theme in both photos is scuba diving.4. I’d be interested to know whether you are enjoying the book. (wondering)I was wondering whether you are enjoying the book.5. We need to decide. (decision)We need to make a decision.6. Sorry, but I didn’t really want to go out today. (fancy)Sorry, but I didn’t really fancy going out today.7. All things taken into account, I think we should go to Mexico this year. (considered)All things considered, I think we should go to Mexico this year.8. Do you think he should ask for advice? (ought)Do you think he ought to ask for advice?9. You shouldn’t worry so much. (I / not think)I don't think you should worry so much.10. What you’ve just said is good. (that / point)That's a good point.11. I’d say that he’s pleased by looking at his face. (judging / expression)Judging by his expression, I’d say that he’s pleased. 6. Choose the correct answers to complete the sentences. Our house, _ is in a very lively area, has got three bedrooms and a spacious living room. which it that which I’m not sure what I’m going to do tonight. I _ just hang out with friends. will might want That’s the teacher _ son is in my class. who whose which I don’t spend _ time on social media – probably half an hour a day. many much any Our house has _ balconies than our neighbour’s because theirs is on the corner. least less fewer You _ called me so late. I was asleep. shouldn’t have musn’t have can’t have I can’t find my tablet. I suppose I _ left it at my friend’s house. must have should have can't have We’re having _ next week. fitted a new shower a new shower fitted been fitted a new shower The train _ at platform seven is the 9.05 to London Paddington. stood stand standing Molly’s had a career change. She _ be an accountant, but now she teaches English. used to is used to gets used to 7. Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verbs in brackets. 1 Mike asked me if I wanted (want) to go on holiday with him next year.2 We were asked (ask) to switch off our phones before the performance began.3 My brother has been learning (learn) to drive since last March. His test is next Monday.4 You won't have (not have) time to study if you go out tonight.5 They wouldn't have walked (not walk) home if they hadn’t missed the last tram.6 Charlotte said she had seen (see) David at the sports centre the day before.7 It’s too late to go to the cinema. The film will have started (start) by the time we arrive.8 I wish you wouldn't ask (not ask) me questions when I’m trying to concentrate.9 I couldn’t open my front door because I had forgotten (forget) my keys.10 Our neighbours would complain (complain) if we had an extension. 8. Complete the paragraph with prepositions. The painting Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer I, by Austrian painter Gustav Klimt, plays a central role in the 2015 film Woman in Gold. The main character of the film is the niece of the woman in the painting, Maria Altmann. After her sister’s death, Maria comes across some letters mentioning the painting, which had been left behind in 1938 when Maria’s family had been forced to leave Austria for the USA.Maria is determined to get the painting back and so she travels to Austria with her lawyer, Randol Schoenberg. The country’s Board of Restitution refuses her request, but Maria does not give up. Back home, she contacts the American courts, and wins her case against Austria.Austria then tries to persuade Maria to lend - the gallery the painting, which she refuses to do. Schoenberg insists that Maria should return to Austria to argue her case, but she is unhappy with the idea and she fires him. Schoenberg decides to continue the case anyway, and travels to Austria alone.Maria goes back on her decision and joins him there. This time the board is sensitive to Maria’s situation and agrees to let her have the painting. Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer I is now on display at the Neue Galerie in New York. 10. Write which topics you are proud and happy to know now (that you didn't know before our course) If you're my best student of all times, you can do the writing. You can write it here or in your copybook. Congratulations!You've made it to the end of the Intermediate level!!! :0000