Final test - pA1

Name: _____________________________ Group:___________

Teacher:_______________ Date:________ Grade:__________
A. Circle the correct words to complete the sentences.
1. My parents get / make me work at the family business after school.
2. My wife has / tells me pick up the kids after school.
3. I always make / tell my daughter to finish her homework before dinner.
4. My brother always lets / wants me to drive him places.
5. My girlfriend never asks / helps me to go dancing with her.
6. My brother is always trying to get / make his kids to do the chores.
7. My sister never asks / lets me use the computer.
8. We never help / want our Mom cook dinner.
A _______ /8 points (1 point each)

B. Read these memories about a grandmother. Rewrite each sentence using the expression in parentheses.
1. I visited my grandmother a lot on weekends. (used to)
_________________________________________________________________ .
2. She often told me stories about her life. (would)
_________________________________________________________________ .
3. I helped her do things around the house. (used to)
_________________________________________________________________ .
4. We spent a lot of time together in the kitchen. (would)
_________________________________________________________________ .
5. She showed me how to make her favorite recipes. (would)
_________________________________________________________________ .
B _______ /10 points (2 points each)

C. Complete the chart with the words in the box. Use each word only once.
grandfather

Immediate family

- half brother - niece - sister - son - stepmother

Extended family

1. __________________

3. __________________

2. __________________

4. __________________

Blended family
5.__________________
6.__________________
C _______ /6 points (1 point each)

D. Cross out the adjective that doesnt go well with each food.
1. eggs:

barbecued

boiled

fried

raw

2. broccoli:

boiled

dried

steamed

stir-fried

3. cabbage:

fresh

pickled

roasted

boiled

4. lamb:

barbecued

grilled

roasted

steamed

5. potatoes:

baked

boiled

fried

smoked

6. noodles:

boiled

dried

fried

grilled
D _______ /6 points (1 point each)

E. Read Nicoles blog. Then read the statements and circle (a) True, (b) False, or (c) Doesnt say.

1. Nicole has a big extended family.

a. True
b. False
c. Doesnt say

4. Nicole made simple meals at first.

a. True
b. False
c. Doesnt say

2. Nicoles parents used to cook on weekends.

a. True
b. False
c. Doesnt say

5. Nicole was a creative cook.

a. True
b. False
c. Doesnt say

3. Nicole planned the meals by herself.

a. True
b. False
c. Doesnt say
E _______ /10 points (2 points each)

F. Circle the best expression to complete each response.

1. A: Are you thirsty? Would you like

3. A: Well, we can go by bus, or we can take the some

iced tea?

subway. Which do you prefer?

B: No, Im fine, thanks. ______________

B: _____________You choose.

a. Whatever you prefer.

a. Are you sure its no trouble?

b. Maybe later.

b. Im fine, really.

c. You choose.

c. Whichever is easier.

2. A: Do you want to eat dinner at home tonight,

or would you rather go out?
B: ______________Whatever you prefer.

4. A: Do you want a snack? I have some nuts.

Or maybe a piece of fruit?
B: Anythings good. ______________

a. Either way.

a. Im fine, thanks.

b. No, thanks.

b. Whatever youre having.

c. Are you having some?

c. No, thanks.
F _______ /8 points (2 points each)

G. Read the article. Then read the statements and circle (a) True, (b) False, or (c) Doesnt say.

Americans . . .
1. dont eat enough meat.
a. True
b. False c. Doesnt say

4. should eat more fruits and vegetables.

a. True
b. False
c. Doesnt say

2. used to eat more eggs.

a. True b. False
c. Doesnt say

5. eat too little fat.

a. True
b. False

c. Doesnt say

3. eat potatoes more often than rice.

a. True b. False c. Doesnt say
G ______ /10 points (2 points each)

H. Read the first sentence. Circle the sentence under it that is the most similar in meaning.
1. I dont have to decide right away.
4. Youd better do some research.
a. Id better not decide right away.

a. You should do some research.

b. I dont need to decide right away.

b. You can do some research.

2. You might want to study harder.

5. Im going to have to get a job.

a. Youve got to study harder.

a. Ill need to get a job.

b. You ought to study harder.

b. Id like to get a job.

3. Id rather not go to a movie.

6. Youve got to talk to your teacher.

a. I dont need to go to a movie.

a. You might talk to your teacher.

b. I dont want to go to a movie.

b. You need to talk to your teacher.

H ______ /6 points (1 point each)

I. Circle the correct words to complete the sentences.

1. Im trying to eat less / fewer meat.
2. At our house, we eat very little / few eggs.
3. There arent many / much vegetables in the vegetable bin.
4. Its good to drink a kilo / cup of green tea every day.
5. Would you like another quart / slice of pie?
6. Theres a carton / pound of orange juice in the refrigerator.
I _______ /6 points (1 point each)

J. These people are thinking about making some changes in their lives. Complete the paragraphs with the
correct forms of do or make.
Kevin: I want to __________ a good living, so I want to get a business degree. But first I should __________ some
2

research. Ill __________ a list of schools and find out which ones I can afford. Then Ill __________ a decision
3

about which schools to apply to.

Sarah: Im __________ a lot of thinking about my current job. I probably __________a mistake when I came here. I
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worked hard at first, and I __________ a good impression. But the work just isnt very meaningful. Ive _________
7

some good, but Im not really __________ a difference. If Im going to leave, Id better __________ up my mind
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10

soon.

J _______ /10 points (1 point each)

K. Complete the conversations with the sentences in the box. There is one extra sentence.
Can I call you back? -

Im going to have to run. - Is this a good time to talk? - Nice talking to you.

1. A: By the way, hows that new exercise class going?

B: Fine, but I cant talk now. ________________________________
A: Sure. How about after 5:00?
2. A: Can I talk to you?
B: Uh, not really. Im late for class. __________________________
A: OK. Ill see you after class.
3. A: It was great to hear about your trip.
B: Thanks. I want to hear about your vacation, but Ive got to go.
A: No problem.___________________________________
B: Yeah. Take care.
K ______ /6 points (2 points each)

L. Complete the conversations with too, too much, too many or enough.
1. A: Are you hungry ___________ to eat dinner now?
B: No, Im still ___________ full. I had a huge lunch earlier.
2. A: We eat ___________ frozen dinners at home. Its not good.
B: I know. But theyre so convenient, and theres never __________ time to cook a regular meal after work.
3. A: I need to go on a diet. I weigh ___________.
B: Maybe youre eating fast food ___________ often.
4. A: These nuts are terrible. They have ___________ salt on them!
B: I know. I didnt look at the package closely ___________. I usually buy unsalted nuts.
L _______ /8 points (1 point each)

M. These people are talking about families. Which statements are opinions? Check () the correct
answers and underline the expressions showing opinion.
Example: Tim If you ask me, families used to be closer.

____ Donna

I dont have any brothers or sisters.

____ James

I dont think most parents spend enough time with their children.

____ Kareem

I read that there are a lot more blended families these days.

____ Emily

It seems like kids watch way too much TV.

____ Michelle

I think children should help their parents do things around the house.

____ Carole

My kids arent at home in the afternoon because they have soccer practice.
M _______ /6 points (1 point each)