NOTES /SOLVED EXERCISES : TRAVELLER 3 KSA EDITION STUDNET’S BOOK (SECONDARY STAGE) 2016-17
CONTENTS
1 ROUND-UP
CHOOSE THE WORD OR PHRASE THAT MOST APPROPRIATELY COMPLETES EACH SENTENCE.
We brought a clown to———– the children but none of them laughed at his tricks.
entertain b. encourage c. educate d. influence
Layla has a———- of eating when she gets nervous.
custom b. tradition c. habit d. need
This holiday will give Tom the——- to get some rest.
mood b. moment c. purpose d. opportunity
This is an international firm and most of our clients are———– .
strangers b. foreigners c. original d. native speakers
The location of their house is not very———– ; it is far from public transport and there are no shops nearby.
convenient b. common c. major d. peaceful
Go down 5th street and take the second————- on your right.
crossing b. turning c. corner d. warning
The reason our team is so successful is because all the members————- with each other.
cooperate b. confuse c. understand d. combine
Some people associate money——— happiness, but I strongly disagree.
to b. from c. with d. by
These books belong————– Monica; I’ll give them to her when I see her.
from b. with c. by d. to
He is willing to work very hard to—– his goals.
represent b. achieve c. satisfy d. view
ANSWERS: 1. a 2. c 3. d 4. b 5. a
b 7. a 8. c 9. d 10. b
CHOOSE THE WORD OR PHRASE THAT PRODUCES A GRAMMATICALLY CORRECT SENTENCE.
Could you tell me ———-to your office?
how I can get b. when do you get c. how do I get d. when I get
I ———–to the gym three times a week and I also like playing football on Thursdays.
go b. use to go ‘ c. am going d. usually went
Can you tell me how much ——–for those shoes? I think I’d like to buy a pair for my daughter.
you pay b. did you pay c. you paid d. you did pay
Tony——— me with my homework tonight.
is helping b. help c. helping d. helps
Mohamad ———-that having kids is a great responsibility.
is believing b. believe c. believing d. believes
Our neighbours ———–an extension to their house.
build b. building c. are building d. builds
My parents are teachers and when I was young, they ———–take me with them on their school trips.
used to b. used c. didn’t use d. usually
Adam is used ————till late in the night.
to work b. working c. to working d. in working
‘Who ————this book?’ ‘It’s a present from my sister.’
did you give b. you gave c. gave you d. gives you
Could you please tell me what exactly———– at the moment?
you do b. do you do c. are you doing d. you are doing it
ANSWERS: 1. a 2. a 3. c 4. a 5. d
c 7. a 8. c 9. c 10. d
COMPLETE THE SENTENCES WITH THE CORRECT FORM OF THE WORDS IN CAPITALS.
It was an interesting————— that combined art and science. EXHIBIT
The ———————–of the sports event start their preparations at least one year in ORGANISE advance.
We are ————————about the plan to create a new park in our neighbourhood. ENTHUSIASM
My new—————— is terrible; he has been late every day this week and he is rude ASSIST to the clients.
I’m sorry about the——————– ; I thought you asked for the vegetarian meal. UNDERSTANDING
There is a big ——————between living in the city and living in the countryside. DIFFERENT
My greatest——————– is my fear of failure. WEAK
I always wear something——————– and comfortable when I go to my sister’s house. FORMAL
ANSWERS: 1. exhibition
organisers
enthusiastic
assistant
misunderstanding
difference
weakness
informal
WRITE QUESTIONS FOR THE ANSWERS GIVEN. THE WORDS IN BOLD ARE THE ANSWERS.
My Maths teacher, Mr Grey, lives in that house.
Who is your Maths teacher?
I’m going to Hawaii.
Where are you going?
It only costs €60.
What is its cost?
l prefer the purple flowers.
What color do you prefer?
Ayman phoned Ahmad this morning.
To whom phoned Ayman this morning?
There were about two million people at the festival.
How many people are there at the festival?
Who lives in that house?
Where are you going?
How much does it cost?
Which flowers do you prefer?
Who did Ayman phone this morning?
How many people were there at the festival?
COMPLETE THE DIALOGUES WITH THE PRESENT SIMPLE, THE PRESENT PROGRESSIVE OR THE PAST SIMPLE OF THE VERBS IN BRACKETS
A: So where—————– (we / go) for the school trip?
B” I————— (think) Mr Davis said Sorrento was the final decision.
A: That’s good. I————— (go) there with my parents last year and we really ——————-(enjoy) it.
B: Sorrento is such a beautiful place!
A: Also, since we—————— (travel) there in June, it will be warm enough to swim.
B: Yes and Mr Davis has arranged for us to go on a trip to one of the nearby islands.
A: That————— (sound) wonderful! l can’t wait to go!
A: Hi, Paul. When ——————(you / fly) to France?
B: i—————– (leave) next week.
A: So,—————(you / do) the three-week intensive French course?
B: Yes, at the school you————– (go) to last year… in Paris.
A: Ah yes, I ———————-(have) a great time there last summer; l————— (stay) with a host family. They—————- (be) really nice and their son —————–(show) me around the city.——————- (you / know) anyone in Paris?
B: Yes, l———————- (stay) with a friend.
A: Great! That———————- (mean) you’ll get to try some home-cooked traditional French food.
ANSWERS:
are we going
think
went
enjoyed
are travelling
sounds
are you flying
am/’m leaving
are you doing
went
had
stayed
were
showed
Do you know
am/’m staying
means
2 ROUND-UP
VOCABULARY & GRAMMAR
CHOOSE THE WORD THAT MOST APPROPRIATELY COMPLETES EACH SENTENCE.
The ———– cheered when the boxers entered the ring.
participants b. viewers c. spectators d. watchers
As we———– the waterfall, we could hear a loud noise.
approached b. arrived c. headed d. moved
Salman is the most———– person I have ever met. He would never tell a lie.
patient b. courageous c. honest d. wealthy
Ruba has great———– for her teaching job and that’s why her students did so well in the exam.
enthusiasm b. bravery c. strength d. intelligence
Rania has a strong———– to visit Jeddah because her parents were born there.
determination b. desire c. hope d. feeling
I’m as hungry as a ———–; what have you made for dinner?
bee b. mouse c. wolf d. bird
The children were as———– as gold this afternoon; they didn’t give me any trouble at all.
good b. light c. free d. quiet
The tourists were at the foot of the———– when it erupted.
earthquake b. avalanche c. hurricane d. volcano
I haven’t heard ———– Ali since he left the company.
to b. with c. for d. from
You must———– on these safety glasses before you start the experiment.
take b. turn c. keep d. put
ANSWERS: 1. c 2. a 3. c 4. a 5. b
c 7. a 8. d 9. d 10. d
CHOOSE THE WORD OR PHRASE THAT PRODUCES A GRAMMATICALLY CORRECT SENTENCE.
Last year I ———– to France to work in a summer camp for kids.
was b. was going c. have gone d. went
Huda———– me that she would clean her room but she still hasn’t done it.
promises b. was promising c. promised d. was promised
I ———– the news on TV last night with my brothers.
watch b. was watching c. was watched d. watched
While I———– up the mountain path, I saw a bear.
was walking b. walked c. am walking d. walking
Bassam———– a story when he heard a strange noise coming from the basement.
read b. has read c. was reading d. is reading
Rida is the man ———– bought my old car.
which b. who c. where d. when
Kuwait is———– I am planning to go for my next holiday.
where b. which c. when d. who
Cubism, ———– is an artistic technique, was invented by both Picasso and Georges Braque.
that b. which c. who d. whose
Hisham is going to lead the team because he‘s———– experienced climber than Haytham.
the most b. a more c. more and more d. the more
Amna often feels self-conscious because she is the———– person in her class.
taller b. most tall c. tallest d. most tallest
ANSWERS: 1. d 2. c 3. d 4. a 5. c
b 7. a 8. b 9. b 10. c
COMPLETE THE SENTENCES WITH THE CORRECT FORM OF THE WORDS IN CAPITALS.
Osama lost his home and all of his—————————- in the hurricane. POSSESS
As a person, Naim is———————- ; he thinks of others more than himself. SELFISH
When the ambulance arrived, the motorcyclist was——————— but still alive. CONSCIOUS
The——————— young man saved a boy from drowning in the lake. COURAGE
Arij is very——————— ; she received excellent results in her exams. INTELLIGENCE
People are leaving the city because a——————— tornado is moving towards it. POWER
This sport requires athletes to have incredible————————- and endurance. STRONG
When I go for a walk by the sea, I get a wonderful feeling of—————– . CALM
ANSWERS: 1. possessions
unselfish
unconscious
courageous
intelligent
powerful
strength
calmness
READ THE TEXT BELOW AND COMPLETE THE GAPS. USE ONLY ONE WORD IN EACH GAP
A BELOVED KING
Born in Riyadh in 1924, the late King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz is one of the (1)————- respected figures in Saudi Arabia. King Abdullah, (2) —————-father was the founder of the modern Kingdom, made drastic changes to the country while at the same time respecting the Saudi laws. (3)——————– he became king in 2005, he launched a great project for the development of the country on many levels, (4)———————- made him well-known all over the world. As early as in 2005, he founded the King Abdullah.
University of Science and Technology and the Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University for Women. In addition, through his scholarship programme, he sent more (5) —————–150,000 students to study abroad. He also boosted the economy in a variety of ways and promoted social changes. As time went by, King Abdullah’s efforts for the development of his people became more and (6)——————— intense.
He died on 23 January 2015 and he will always be remembered as one of (7) ———————country’s greatest leaders.
ANSWERS: (1-most)(2-His)(3-When)(4-He)(5-than)(6-more)(7-the)
COMPLETE THE TEXT WITH THE PAST SIMPLE OR
PAST PROGRESSIVE OF THE VERBS IN BRACKETS.
AN UNUSUAL SCHOOL DAY
On the morning of 15th October, 2007, nine children (1)——————– (play) at their local nursery school when,
suddenly, tornado sirens (2) ——————— (start) going off. Tom Stanley, who was the head teacher of the school
(3)———————— (work) in his office at the time. He didn’t panic as tornado warnings were common at that time of
year. Then, the lights (4) ————————–(go) out and the
wind (5) ——————————(break) his office window. While
Tom (6)————————— (run) to the children’s classroom,
pieces of broken windows and glass (7)———————— (fall )
all around him. A witness, Adam Stealer, (8)———————
(see) the tornado hit the nursery school; the roof
(9)———————— (fly) off and only the walls remained
standing. Finally, the tornado (10)—————————- (move)
on and, afterwards, there was a terrifying silence. Adam
(11)—————————– (run) into the school to help. Tom
and the other teachers (12)————————– (help) the
children get out of the building. However, two children were
trapped under parts of the roof. Adam (13)———————————(pull) them out and (14) —————————–(carry) them
outside. Later, Adam said, ‘I can’t believe it! The tornado totally
(15)—————————— (destroy) the nursery school, but,
miraculously, no one was seriously injured.’
ANSWERS: 1. were playing
started
was working
went
broke
was running
were falling
saw
flew
moved
ran
helped/were helping
pulled
carried
destroyed
3 ROUND-UP
VOCABULARY & GRAMMAR
CHOOSE THE WORD OR PHRASE THAT MOST APPROPRIATELY COMPLETES EACH SENTENCE.
Jack picked up his racket and walked onto the ———– to face his opponent.
court b. ring c. slope d. pitch
Hockey players wear———– to protect their legs from injury.
vests b. gloves c. shin pads d. helmets
I was so———– after running the marathon race that I could hardly walk.
sleepy b. relaxed c. amazed d. exhausted
I want to do something———– in my free time so I’ve decided to take an art class.
creative b. competitive c. active d. reliable
The man in the tourist office was very———– to us.
nervous b. helpful c. delighted d. pleased
Adam can never admit it when he has made a(n) ———– .
decision b. favour c. mistake d. excuse
I am doing my———– now; could you stop making so much noise
business b. best c. plans d. homework
The annual———– of our family is about $ 50,000.
salary b. income c. wage d. pay
Some people use facial———– rather than words to express how they feel.
gestures b. movements c. expressions d. appearance
Their ———– for the lost treasure led them to an island in the Caribbean.
research b. search c. study d. examination
ANSWERS: 1. a 2. c 3. d 4. a 5. b
c 7. d 8. b 9. c 10. b
CHOOSE THE WORD OR PHRASE THAT PRODUCES A GRAMMATICALLY CORRECT SENTENCE.
Frank——————— his homework; he can go out now.
has finished b. has been finishing c. was finishing d. finishes
She has been living in Al-Khobar——————- two years.
since b. for c. already d. before
John ————————-the house for weeks, but he doesn’t seem any closer to finishing it.
has painted b. was painting c. has been painting d. paints
Leo———————– an interest in tennis since he was a young boy.
has had b. has been having c. was having d. had
We———————— go windsurfing than play tennis.
would rather b. should c. had better d. might
I—————– sushi before.
have never eaten b. have never been eating c. never eat d. was never eating
Your leg looks much worse; you——————– go and see a doctor.
would rather b. need c. had better d. needn’t
I’d love to go out tonight, but I can’t because I————————- prepare a presentation on climate change for tomorrow.
need b. have to c. mustn’t d. can
Abdullah —————–in his office now; I just saw him leaving the building.
must be b. mustn’t be c. can’t be d. could be
Ibrahim—————- not be able to make it to dinner tonight.
may b. can c. must d. could
ANSWERS: 1. a 2. b 3. c 4. a 5. a
a 7. c 8. b 9. c 10. a
READ THE TEXT BELOW AND DECIDE WHICH ANSWER A, B OR C BEST FITS EACH GAP.
LEARNING A LANGUAGE
The number of people spending their free time learning a foreign language(1) ——————-in the last decade. This (2)————— be because, as the world has developed and air travel has become cheaper, more and more people are able to visit different countries. Also, more companies work on an international level and, therefore, if you know a foreign language, you (3) —————- find that you have better job opportunities. It shows employers that you have the ability to work with people from different countries and that you will be flexible about where you work. Learning a foreign language can be fun, and the friendly (4) ———————- of a language class will also provide you with the opportunity to meet new people with common interests. (5) ——————-this, knowledge of the language of a country you visit will make (5)———————- this, knowledge of the language of a country you visit will make you feel more confident as you will be able to communicate at a basic level with the local people. Another (6) ——————-of learning a language is that it will help you understand the culture of the country you are visiting. So if you’re looking for something (7) —————– to do in your free time and you re (8)——————— to study, then why not try a language class?
1- a. was increasing b. increases c. has increased
2- a. could b. mustn’t c. had better
3- a. may b. need c. have to
4- a. atmosphere b. air c. location
5- a. Although b. Besides c. Next
6- a. improvement b. advantage c. convenience
7- a. stimulating b. adequate c. appropriate
8- a. willing b. confident c. enthusiastic
ANSWERS: 1. c 2. a 3. a 4. a
b 6. b 7. a 8. a
D.COMPLETE THE SECOND SENTENCE SO THAT IT HAS A SIMILAR MEANING TO THE FIRST SENTENCE, USING THE WORD GIVEN. DO NOT CHANGE THE WORD GIVEN. YOU MUST USE BETWEEN TWO AND FIVE WORDS, INCLUDING THE WORD GIVEN.
l haven’t watched a documentary for ages. since
lt’s ages—————————————————– a documentary.
I found an old photo album while cleaning out some cupboards. came
l——————————————————– an old photo album while cleaning out some cupboards.
Maria started taking English lessons a year ago. taking
Maria————————— for a year.
The last time Bassam was in Dubai was in 2006. since
Bassam hasn’t——————————— 2006.
It isn’t necessary for nu to brine any money. have
You———————– bring any money.
I’m sure Mr Brown is not the murderer. be
Mr Brown —————————–the murderer.
The weather forecaster said there was a chance of rain later today. might
The weather forecaster said it—————————– today.
ANSWERS: 1. since I have watched
came across
has been taking English lessons
been to Dubai since
don’t have to
can’t be
might rain later
COMPLETE THE TEXT WITH THE PRESENT PERFECT SIMPLE, THE PRESENT PERFECT PROGRESSIVE OR THE PAST SIMPLE OF THE VERBS IN BRACKETS.
GRANDMA’S QUILT
Ellie (1) ———————–(make) fabulous patchwork quilts for ages. But how did it all start? Many years ago, Ellie (2)—————————(discover) an old box in her attic. It (3)———————(belong) to her grandmother who (4)———————— (love) knitting jumpers for her grandchildren and making
patchwork quilts. In that box Ellie (5)—————— (find) a piece of unfinished quilt. That was it. Her grandmother was no longer there to help her and it took Ellie a lot of practice, reading and patience, but in the end, she finished the quilt. Since then, she (6) ——————-(become) an expert in quilting. Her family and friends (7)———————— (like) her quilts so much that
they asked her to make them some. Her grandmother’s quilt, (8)—————————(hang) on a wall for all these years, is her inspiration.
ANSWERS: 1. has been making
discovered
belonged
loved
found
has become
liked
has been hanging
4 ROUND-UP
VOCABULARY GRAMMAR
The National Garden is like a(n)——————- in the middle of the city, where many people go to get away for a while.
pond b. oasis c. island chain d.ecosysm
Every morning the soldiers—————- the flag.
rise b. increase c. raise d.carry
Can I speak to Rida? If he’s asleep, though, don’t———— him.
interrupt b. threaten c. disturb d. annoy
This landfill site is a health————- .
shortage b. verge c. threat d. hazard
Tortoises are the only —————-that I’m not afraid of.
species b. lizards c. reptiles d. types
The ——————-of this bottle is 1.5 litres.
capacity b. weight c. length d. height
How many —————of fuel does it take to fill up your car?
tonnes b. ounces c. grams d. gallons
The job requires specific skills and personal—————— .
qualities b. challenges c. treasures d. features
The ———–in Britain has changed a lot in the past fifty years.
energy b. climate c. pollution d. habitat
Lions in the wild are natural—————- .
creatures b. prey c. predators d. animals
ANSWERS: 1. b 2. c 3. c 4. d 5. c
a 7. d 8. a 9. b 10. c
CHOOSE THE WORD OR PHRASE THAT PRODUCES A GRAMMATICALLY CORRECT SENTENCE.
This time tomorrow we ————-against the Bolton hockey team.
will play b. are going to play c. play d. will be playing
A: We need some milk.
B: OK, I —————-some on my way home from work.
will buy b. will be buying c. buy d. am buying
My father —————–paint the house this weekend.
will go b. is going to c. will have d. will be going
—————-hurry, we will miss the train.
Unless we don’t b. Unless we c. If we d. if we won’t
If I were you, I————— the car. The museum is too far to go on foot.
would take b. took c. take d. will take
If our favourite team wins the match, Dad————— us out to dinner.
will have taken b. take c. will take d. would take
A: Do we have—————— sugar left?
B: There’s some in the cupboard.
many b. lots of c. a few d. any
Can you answer ————-please? I’m busy.
phone b. a phone c. the phone d. phones
I eat a lot of fruit and vegetables, but I don’t eat———- meat.
many b. much c. more d. a lot
Only—————– people turned up for the opening of the art gallery; it was very disappointing.
a few b. any c. a little d. many
ANSWERS: 1. d 2. a 3. b 4. b 5. a
c 7. d 8. c 9. b 10. a
COMPLETE THE TEXTS WITH THE CORRECT FORM OF THE VERBS IN BRACKETS.
Part-1
In recent years, it has finally become clear that we
need to make the environment our priority if we
—————————- (expect) our children to live in a safe place. The authorities have already taken important measures. For example the new recycling scheme, which (2)————————- (prove) to be a success if people try to recycle as much as possible. In fact, the city council has announced that next year they (3)———————— (install) more recycling bins in the city centre and main streets. Also, by the end of this year, all supermarkets (4)———————— (replace) their shopping bags with reusable or recyclable ones, as the law requires. Our environmental awareness has increased and the government is optimistic, but scientists say that if people weren’t so unwilling to give up certain comforts like cars and air conditioning, the situation (5)——————- (be) much better.
Part-2
By next January, I (6)———————- (complete) my
university studies. These days, I am working on a project
about the world’s shift towards a ‘greener’ mentality. As a
part of the project, tomorrow at 6:00 I
(7)————————— (present) Al Gore’s documentary:
An Inconvenient Truth (2006), which gives shocking facts
about the environment. During the next two months, I
(8)——————————– (do) research on how books, TV
and the press are helping to make people more aware of
environmental issues. According to information I have
gathered more than I000 books, newspaper articles and
documentaries dealing with issues such as global warming
deforestation and recycling (9)———————————- (make) available to the general public. There is hope that the new trend (10)————————– (lead) to a better understanding
of the global crisis the world is facing.
ANSWERS: 1. expect
will prove/is going to prove
will install/are going to install
will have replaced
would be
will have completed
will be presenting
will be doing
will be made
will lead
READ THE TEXT BELOW AND DECIDE WHICH ANSWER A, B OR C BEST FITS EACH GAP
SUNNY SOLUTIONS
In the near future we will see more and more countries turning to (1) —————— sources of energy. In fact, Spain has already made significant progress in this area; in the southern desert of (2)——————country, the local authorities are installing over 1000 mirrors. These mirrors will produce energy from sunlight and (3)—————–power to up to 11,000 homes. The technology is cheap, simple and more efficient than (4) other forms of alternative energy. However, the system is only (5)—————— in places that have lots of sunshine and clear blue skies. It is expected that other countries will also use this technology. There are also plans to (6)————- another kind of solar technology which uses salt. The energy from the sun
during the day will melt the salt and (7) —————it into liquid form. During the night, this liquid salt produces electricity. If this project is successful, it (8)—————- electricity 24 hours a day.
1. a. conventional b. alternative c. specific
2. a. a b. the c. Supply
3. a. gather b. raise c. many
4. a. much b. a lot c.
5. a. active b. dependent c. effective
6. a. develop b. shape c. cause
7. a. run b. turn c. create
8. a. will provide b. is providing c. will have provided
ANSWERS: 1. b 2. b 3. a 4. a
c 6. a 7. b 8. a
READ THE TEXT BELOW AND THINK OF THE WORD THAT BEST FITS EACH GAP. USE ONLY ONE WORD IN EACH GAP
A CRIME AGAINST NATURE
According (1) ——————-this morning’s newspapers,
the world is shocked by this week’s latest news. 500
white whales were killed on Friday as a result of people’s
unwillingness to take action to help them. (2)———————500 whales were trapped under thick ice on the surface of
the water. Marine biologist Tony Garcia says that the outer
tooth of this whale is worth a lot of money, which might
explain this killing. ‘We would be able to do something to
help in situations like this if people (3)——————— not
only interested in money,’ he added. (4)———————- someone breaks the law, that person is punished. There should be a law on environmental protection says Gill Norton, a reporter. By Monday, we will (5)—————— learnt more about this tragedy.
ANSWERS: (1-TO)(2-THESE)(3-DO)(4-IF)(5-HAVE)
5 ROUND-UP
VOCABULARY & GRAMMAR
CHOOSE THE WORD OR PHRASE THAT MOST APPROPRIATELY COMPLETES EACH SENTENCE.
Tony——————— his brother that he would take him to the park the following day.
confirmed b. promised c. admitted d. ordered
Lisa ——————-up at Nuha’s house about an hour late.
turned b. took c. put d. went
The two men were—————- with theft.
committed b. confessed c. encountered d. charged
——————–, dinosaurs inhabited the Earth.
From time to time b. For the time being c. On time d. Once upon a time
His behaviour is very————- . Perhaps he’s a criminal.
unbelievable b. suspicious c. spectacular d. curious
A: What are you two ————–to? You look very suspicious.
B: Oh, nothing, sir.
about b. for c. on d. up
7.——————– , I like to go for long walks in the countryside.
For the time being b. By the time c. On time d. Prom time to time
The view from the Burj Khalifa is—————– . I can’t wait to go again.
tragic b. traditional c. real-life d. breathtaking
The man handed me the envelope and then he—————- into the fog.
vanished b. pursued c. scattered d. released
When the ——————realised he was surrounded by the police, he agreed to give the child back to his parents.
kidnapper b. murderer c. robber d. thief
ANSWERS: 1. b 2. a 3. d 4. d 5. b
d 7. d 8. d 9. a 10. a
CHOOSE THE WORD OR PHRASE THAT PRODUCES A GRAMMATICALLY CORRECT SENTENCE.
By the time I got there, Peter ————–
had already left b. had already been leaving c. was leaving already d. already left
After I ——————-in my exam paper, I realised that I had forgotten to put my name on it.
had been giving b. given c. had given d. was giving
My friends were upset when I———————- because they had been waiting for me for over an hour.
had arrived b. had been arriving c. arrived d. was arriving
Tom was tired because he—————– on the project for twelve hours non-stop.
worked b. working c. had been working d. works
Afaf—————— that she would cook dinner the next day.
told b. said c. asked d. wondered
The police officer———————- follow him.
said me b. told to c. said me to
Bob wanted to know —————-the book belonged to me.
asked me to
had b. did c. if d. was
I asked my mum—————– .
where my T-shirt was b. where was my T-shirt c. whether was my T-shirt d. where is my T-shirt
The teacher—————– that a guest speaker would be coming to our class on Monday.
told us b. asked us c. said us d. told
I told my friend——————- during the presentation.
to not talk b. not talking c. not to talk d. to not talking
ANSWERS: 1. a 2. c 3. c 4. c 5. b
d 7. c 8. a 9. a 10. c
READ THE TEXT BELOW AND DECIDE WHICH ANSWER A, B OR C BEST FITS EACH GAP.
Yesterday, something very interesting as well as (1)——————— happened in our town. To everyone’s (2) ————–, Mr and Mrs Bob Sharp found some huge footprints outside their cabin in the woods and contacted the police. They told the police that they (3)——————— such big footprints before and that they were terrified because they believed that the footprints (4) to Bigfoot.
lt is believed that Bigfoot is an (5)——————- creature that looks
like an ape and lives in the forests of northwestern USA and
Canada. However, (6)—————————– the reports of local inhabitants, the authorities say that there isn’t enough evidence to confirm that he is real. Many people claim that they have (7) ———————–Bigfoot, but nobody can really prove it. In any case, the police assured everybody that the footprints belong to a big bear that was (8)———————- in the area
1- a. legendary b. remote c. bizarre
2- a. theft b. astonishment c. identification
3- a. had never seen b. never saw c. have never seen
4- a. remained b. pursued c. belonged
5- a. elegant b. enormous c. extinct
6- a. so far b. apart from c. throughout
7- a. encountered b. confessed c. searched
8- a. wondering b. wandering c. fading
ANSWERS: 1. c 2. b 3. a 4. c
b 6. b 7. a 8. b
READ THE TEXT AND COMPLETE THE BLANKS WITH THE CORRECT FORM OF THE WORDS IN CAPITALS.
Michael is an ordinary man, and nothing (1) ———————–has ever happened to him. But one day, as he was reading his newspaper, he saw a job (2)————————- that looked interesting.
He already had a job, but just out of (3)——————– , Michael called and arranged an interview.
To his surprise, the taxi left him outside an enormous building he had never seen before. A man took his coat and then vanished. He was waiting for the (4) ——————–of the company to come and interview him when a man walked in wearing a mask and told everyone present to give him their money. Poor Michael was in the wrong place at the wrong time. However, Michael was able to recognise the man. It was Steve Sanders, from school. He wasn’t a (5)——————– , but he was very disappointed because after he had lost his job, he was left (6)—————– . As soon as he realised who Michael was, he started crying and (7)—————————- to everyone for the incident. Everyone was (8) ———————for Michael’s help, even his old classmate Steve.
BELIEVE
ADVERTISE
CURIOUS
OWN
CRIME
HOME
APOLOGY
THANK
ANSWERS: 1. unbelievable
advertisement
curiosity
owner
criminal
homeless
apologised
thankful
COMPLETE THE SECOND SENTENCE SO THAT IT HAS A SIMILAR MEANING TO THE FIRST SENTENCE, USING THE WORD GIVEN.DO NOT CHANGE THE WORD GIVEN. YOU MUST USE BETWEEN TWO AND FIVE WORDS, INCLUDING THE WORD GIVEN.
Do you have any plans for the summer holidays?’ Saif asked me. Wondered Saif—————————— any plans for the summer holidays. WONDERED
Don’t leave the building,’ the police officer told us. Not The police officer told us ———————————————-building. NOT
They sent the invitations and then they cancelled the art exhibition. After they ——————————–, they cancelled the art exhibition. HAD
I have never seen a koala before,’ said Mike. HAD
Mike said ———————————————-a koala before.
Where did Bob buy that nice suit?’ Tom asked. WONDERED
Tom——————————— that nice suit.
We walked for five hours and finally we decided to stop for a while. BEEN
We——————————– five hours when we finally decided to stop for a while.
I am sorry I took your mobile without asking,’ said Fred. FOR Fred—————————— my mobile without asking.
I did not take any money from your wallet,’ said John. TAKING
John—————————– my wallet.
ANSWERS: 1. wondered if/whether I had
not to leave the
had sent the invitations
(that) he had never seen
5. wondered where Bob had bought
had been walking for
apologised for taking
denied taking any money from
6 ROUND-UP
VOCABULARY & GRAMMAR
CHOOSE THE WORD OR PHRASE THAT MOST APPROPRIATELY COMPLETES EACH SENTENCE.
The old castle is the town’s main tourist———————- .
site b. location c. attraction d. area
The climbers wanted to——————— the top of the mountain before it got dark.
get b. reach c. arrive d. come
The teacher wants us to hand in our assignments by Wednesday———————– . Anything after that won’t be accepted
at least b. at last c. at once d. at the latest
Do his paintings ——————–to you?
impress b. appreciate c. appeal d. attack
John visits his grandparents as they always have sweets for him.
frequently b. originally c. especially d. repeatedly
Mike is bored with his job and wants to find something more ————————.
relaxing b. stressful c. challenging d. refreshing
With no public transport in that small town, getting around was hard and—————— .
isolated b. inconvenient c. confident d. enjoyable
He’s a very imaginative writer, who likes to create————– worlds for his characters to inhabit.
traditional b. portable c. fictional d. additional
The city council has decided to———————– the old Town Hall rather than tear it down.
restore b. guarantee c. construct d. broaden
Saud has lots of experience so he’s the——————— person for the job.
logical b. ideal c. enthusiastic d. beneficial
ANSWERS: 1. c 2. b 3. d 4. c 5. a
c 7. b 8. c 9. a 10. b
CHOOSE THE WORD OR PHRASE THAT PRODUCES A GRAMMATICALLY CORRECT SENTENCE.
The politician admitted that mistakes in the past.
had been made b. had made c. were making d. made
He the richest man in the world.
is said to be b. is said that c. is said that he is d. is said
‘Why did you wake up so early today?’ ———————-catch the first train into town.’
Because b. In order to c. So that d. So as
————-he is rich and good-looking, he’s still single.
Despite b. Even c. Because d. Although
Sami ran home because he thought he ————by a strange man.
was following b. followed c. was being followed d. had followed
——————–the bad weather, Steven went sailing.
Although b. Due to c. Despite d. Because
‘Why are you drinking coffee so late at night?’————————-I can stay awake and finish reading my book.’
Despite b. Though c. So that d. In order
It is believed——————— somewhere in Dubai.
that Adam lives b. Adam to live c. to live Adam d. Adam that he lives
The climbers felt exhausted———————- the heat.
because b. as c. due to d. despite
Nothing this big —————-before.
has ever built b. has ever been built c. has ever been building d. has ever had built
ANSWERS: 1. a 2. a 3. b 4. d 5. c
c 7. c 8. a 9. c 10. b
READ THE TEXT BELOW AND DECIDE WHICH ANSWER A, B OR C BEST FITS EACH GAP.
A TREVELLER’S STORY
Last year I spent 6 months travelling around India with my brother. We started out in Mumbai. Travelling with heavy suitcases is not easy, but I tried to think how fit I would be at the end of the trip from (1) —————all that weight. Mumbai is a fascinating city; the food, the people, the weather, it was all so overwhelming. Next, we took a train to Goa; after the hectic atmosphere of Mumbai, the slower pace of Goa was more (2)———————. We saw impressive buildings and old colonial-style houses. There were beautiful sandy beaches and scenic (3)——————– to explore Prom Goa, we travelled on to Kerala and then to Bangalore. This section was the toughest for me because I came down with a stomach flu when we got to Bangalore. When I finally recovered, I was ready to continue on our (4)—————— so we travelled north to the Golden Triangle, the three most popular holiday (5)——————— in India: Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. A (6)—————— attraction is the Taj Mahal in Agra; it (7) —————— to be one of the most spectacular sights in India. (8) ——————– being exhausting and at times very demanding, the trip was an amazing experience for me.
1- a. carrying b. bringing c. taking
2- a. energizing b. relaxing c. flexible
3- a. countryside b. country c. campsites
4- a. journey b. location c. fare
5- a. comforts b. seasons c. destinations
6- a. major b. final c. convenient
7-a. is thinking b. is thought c. thought
8- a. Because of b. Due to c. In spite of
ANSWERS: 1. a 2. b 3. a 4. a 5. c 6. a 7. b 8. c
READ THE TEXT BELOW AND THINK OF THE WORD THAT BEST FITS EACH GAP. USE ONLY ONE WORD IN EACH GAP
WHAT TO SEE IN COVENTRY
The old city of Coventry can (1)—————— found a few
kilometres away from Birmingham. In (2)——————— to
get the most of your visit there, visit the historical buildings
in the heart of the town. A lot of things have (3)—————-
written about Coventry, especially because (4)——————–
the fact that part of it was destroyed by bombs in the 19405
and later rebuilt. Drive a few kilometres and visit Warwick
Castle with its 14th century towers and old furniture. For those who love shopping, the modern West Orchards Centre is the answer. Located in the city centre, it is enormous and of course easily accessible. Keep in mind that a new shopping centre is (5)———————– built at the moment in the area. Before leaving Coventry, (6)————————– sure you visit the Herbert Art Gallery and Museum. (7)————————- is said that it has undergone a renovation (8)—————————- cost £20 million.
ANSWERS:
be
order
been
of
being
make
It
which
COMPLETE THE SECOND SENTENCE SO THAT IT HAS A SIMILAR MEANING TO THE FIRST SENTENCE, USING THE WORD GIVEN.
Do not change the word given. You must use between two and five words, including the word given.
The football game was cancelled ———————–because it was raining. Of
The football game was cancelled rain.
l left early because I didn’t want to miss the bus. WOULD
I left early ————————-miss the bus.
Although he trained very hard, Matt did not win the race. OF
Matt did not win the race very hard.
People believe that someone forced Mike to quit his job. WAS
It————————————- forced to quit his job.
The government is providing earthquake victims with food and water. PROVIDED
Earthquake victims food and water by the government
The police caught the burglar while he was still in the house. BY
The burglar——————– while he was still in the house.
Rob gave up eating chocolate because he wanted to lose weight. ORDER
Rob gave up eating chocolate———————– weight.
Despite “feeling very ill, Maria went to school. EVEN
Maria went to school ——————–every ill.
ANSWERS: 1. because of (the)
so that I would not
in spite of training
is believed that Mike was
are being provided with
was caught by the police
in order to lose
even though she felt
7 ROUND-UP
VOCABULARY & GRAMMAR
CHOOSE THE WORD OR PHRASE THAT MOST APPROPRIATELY COMPLETES EACH SENTENCE.
Bob said he wouldn’t be able—————— to the seminar because he was very busy.
install b. attend c. encourage d. achieve
The Plums and Noodles shop offers a wide—————- of Asian products and utensils.
range b. method c. trend d. feature
Omar————– was to work when the accident happened.
in the way b. out of the way c. on the way d. by the way
We started the engine and drove slowly but —————–picked up speed when we reached the motorway.
entirely b. absolutely c. mainly d. gradually
I like Indian food because it’s—————- .
spicy b. handy c. unlikely d. radical
In the beginning, sushi restaurants weren’t at all successful, but they eventually—————-
picked out b. caught on c. logged on d. tapped on
Are you aware————– the consequences of your actions, Jim?
for b. about c. of d. to
Nothing of what the president said was————- to the situation; it seemed he wanted to change the subject
harmful b. similar c. relevant d. suitable
The doctor————- drinking a lot of water and avoiding junk food.
analysed b. recommended c. complemented d. recorded
Whatever he tells you, try to stay calm and not————— your temper.
lose b. hold c. miss d. keep
ANSWERS: 1. b 2. a 3. c 4. d 5. a
b 7. c 8. c 9. b 10. A
CHOOSE THE WORD OR PHRASE THAT PRODUCES A GRAMMATICALLY CORRECT SENTENCE.
I failed my Maths test; I probably—————– have studied harder.
must b. should c. may d. might
Maria————— have seen the robbery; she was at school when it took place.
mustn’t b. can’t ‘ c. should d. must
Peter—————— have lied to his brother; he hurt his feelings.
mustn’t b. couldn’t c. shouldn’t d. can’t
Please be more careful! You —————have been injured.
should b. can’t c. could d. can
I can’t afford —————–too much money on a holiday this year, so I think I’ll go camping.
to spend b. spend c. spending d. I spend
Hamza has decided———— engineering at the university.
to study b. studying c. studied d. in studying
Did you remember————— your friend on Bid al-Adha or did you forget about it?
calling b. call c. called d. to call
Can you imagine———– in Riyadh for a year?
live b. living c. to live d. to living
I—————- my plants unwatered for a week; now it’s too late.
should leave b. should have left c. shouldn’t leave d. shouldn’t have left
Sally had a dress———– for her graduation.
made b. make c. making d. to make
ANSWERS: 1. b 2. b 3. c 4. c 5. a
a 7. d 8. b 9. d 10. A
COMPLETE THE TEXT WITH THE FULL INFINITIVE, THE BARE INFINITIVE OR THE -ING FORM OF THE VERBS IN BRACKETS
TEEN HANGOUTS
What’s the best place for modern teenagers (1)—————-
(hang out)? Teenagers used to gather in large shopping centres, parks or
even on street corners. But now new research has shown that teenagers
prefer (2)————————– (spend) their time in or around modern
buildings. For example, in London, teens like (3)——————-
(meet) at the skate park or the cafe in the Oxford Circus Topshop; this has a large space for (4)————————- (display) trendy new fashions. In Manchester, the place (5) ———————————-(be)
is the space outside Urbis which is a trendy modern gallery devoted to cities and their street life. Teenagers want
(6)———————————– (go) to places that are cool and entertaining. Modern teenagers are constantly using some form
of communication (7)———————— (talk) with friends. But they also like art. A British gallery has already designed
a space specifically for teens. The Wolverhampton Art Gallery has an area decorated with brightly coloured
art prints. Public libraries in America have also designed some very cool teen spaces. For example, it’s worth
(8)——————————– (check out) the teen section of the Iacksonville library in Florida where there are various activities
available for teens (9)——————————– (take) part in. The space is designed with bright modern furniture, and there are
collages on the walls. It is interesting (I0)—————————– (note) that London’s Tate Modern is also planning
(11)———————————- (design) a teen space within its gallery.
ANSWERS: 1. to hang out
to spend/spending
meeting/to meet
displaying
to be
to go
to talk
checking out
to take
to note
to design
READ THE TEXT AND COMPLETE THE BLANKS WITH THE CORRECT FORM OF THE WORDS IN CAPITALS
MODERN LIFE
Some decades ago it seemed very (1)——————– that technology would be able to affect our lives to the extent that it does
today. There are (2)———————— gadgets that make our lives
easier, and we actually feel (3)——————————- on them. However,
scientists say that future homes will be filled with gadgets that will
do everything for people. Some (4)————————— individuals
fear that these machines will (5)————————- replace humans.
For this reason, many of these machines will be (6)————————— , so that they allow humans to get
involved. But is this enough? As we become (7)———————————- aware of our need to save time and achieve
our technological goals, we are perhaps forgetting that we are also a part of nature. Are we becoming too
(8)————————- to technology?
LIKELY
COUNT
DEPEN D
CONCERN
GRADUAL
INTERACT
INCREASE
ADDICT
ANSWERS: 1. unlikely
countless
dependent
concerned
gradually
interactive
increasingly
addicted
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The mechanic repaired my car last week. HAD
I———————————————– last week.
They will paint my flat next week. HAVE
I —————————————————————next week.
John doesn’t go to the gym any more. STOPPED
John————————————————— the gym.
Little Timmy is too short to reach the light switch. ENOUGH
Little Timmy is—————————– reach the light switch.
The King Abdul Aziz Museum is definitely worth a visit. VISITING
It’s————————————– the King Abdul Aziz Museum.
I’m sure Ian had a wonderful holiday. HAVE
Ian———————————- wonderful holiday.
It’s possible I left my wallet at home. HAVE
I ————————————————-my wallet at home.
I don’t think it was a good idea for me to buy a laptop. BOUGHT
I —————————————————————–a laptop.
ANSWERS: 1. had my car repaired
will have my flat painted
stopped going
not tall enough to
definitely worth visiting
must have had a
may/might have left
shouldn’t have bought / wish I hadn’t bought
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