Foreign Language Test - Semester 1
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Who is the head of the government in Great Britain?

  • The President
  • The Prime Minister (correct)
  • The Queen
  • The King

What is the official residence of Queen Elizabeth II?

  • Buckingham Palace (correct)
  • The Kremlin
  • White House
  • Westminster Palace

What is the official language of the UK?

  • English (correct)
  • Uzbek
  • Russian
  • Kazakh

How many rooms are there in Buckingham Palace?

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How many states are there in the USA?

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Where is the Statue of Liberty situated?

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What are the largest cities of England?

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Who was the first president of the USA?

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Complete the sentence: When I... a child, I... afraid of dogs.

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Complete the sentence: We... hungry after the journey, but we... tired.

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Complete the sentence: ... the weather nice when we... on holiday?

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Complete the question: Why... you late this morning?

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Complete the sentence: I bought... cheese, but I didn't buy... bread.

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Complete the sentence: I need... stamps.

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Complete the sentence: There aren't... shops in this part of town.

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Complete the question: Do you know... good hotels in London?

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Complete the sentence: Look, there's Sarah. She...... (wear) a brown coat.

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Complete the sentence: We...... (have) dinner now. Can I phone you later?

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Complete the sentence: I...... (watch) TV at the moment.

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Complete the sentence: Please be quiet. I...... (work).

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Complete the sentence: Look! Somebody...... (swim) in the river.

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Complete the sentence: Excuse me, but...... (you/sit) in my place.

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Complete the sentence: The children...... (do) their homework at the moment.

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Complete the sentence: Where are the children? They...... (play) in the park.

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Choose the correct negative form of the sentence: 'I ...... (not/drink) tea.'

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What is the correct form of the verb in the sentence: 'I never ...... to the cinema. (go)'?

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Identify the correct verb form in the sentence: 'Ben and Sophie ...... classical music. (like)'

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What is the Russian translation for the word 'fly'?

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Which of the following correctly translates the word 'forget' into Russian?

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What is the correct English translation of the word 'давать'?

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Choose the correct translation for the word 'rain'.

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Which article correctly completes the sentence: 'Paris is ___ interesting city.'?

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What is the correct translation of the word 'freedom'?

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Choose the correct articles to complete the sentence: 'The sky is blue and ___ sun is shining.'

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Which option correctly completes the sentence: 'I am going to clean ___ car tomorrow.'?

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Complete the sentence with the correct article: 'Lisa is ___ youngest student in her class.'

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Select the correct article to finish the sentence: 'We live on ___ same street.'

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Choose the proper articles for the sentence: 'Did you buy ___ food?'

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Determine the right completion for: 'We enjoyed our trip. ___ hotel was very nice.'

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Which article should complete the sentence: 'You look very tired. You need ___ holiday.'?

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Complete the sentence: Don't buy... ice. We don't need...?

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Complete the sentence: I went out to buy... he oranges, but they didn't have... he shop.

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Complete the sentence: I'm thirsty. Can I have... he water, please?

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Complete the sentence: A woman stopped me and said...ut I didn't understand.

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Complete the sentence: I went to the shop, but I didn't buy....

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Complete the sentence: There isn't......in the bag. It's empty.

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Complete the sentence: I'm looking for my keys. Has......seen them?

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Complete the sentence: Would you like......to drink?

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What is the address of the Prime Minister's official residence in London?

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Which of the following cities is NOT one of the largest cities of England?

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Which country is located in North America?

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What title is given to the head of state in Great Britain?

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Which of the following figures served as the first president of the USA?

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Where does the Statue of Liberty stand?

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What is the old name of Nur-Sultan?

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What is the capital of the United States?

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Identify the correct year representation for nineteen fifty-seven.

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What is the official residence of the US President?

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What is the correct negative form of the sentence 'I play the piano very well'?

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Which play is written by William Shakespeare?

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If it's 2:20 o'clock, how would it be correctly expressed?

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What is the relationship of your uncle's son to you?

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What is the correct answer to the equation 45 + 45?

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What do we call the son of a king and queen?

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Which city is known for having a continental climate?

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What is the correct response to 'My parents' parents are my...?'

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How would you state that it's 12:45 in a more conversational format?

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What is the mother tongue of most Americans?

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Where is Washington located?

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Which century was the house constructed in?

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At which moment are the children absent?

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What year was Christopher Columbus born?

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When does she usually take a shower?

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What is the correct phrase for where I was born?

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Which country does Kazakhstan share a border with?

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What is Nur-Sultan known for?

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When was the new Constitution of Kazakhstan adopted?

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What is the capital of Wales?

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Complete the sentence: I don't know those people. Do you know......?

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Complete the sentence: I don't know David's wife. Do you know......?

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Complete the sentence: Can I stand up? No, you.....

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Complete the sentence: I don't know Mr. Stevens. Do you know......?

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Complete the sentence: I never go to parties. I don't like......

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Complete the sentence: I don't eat tomatoes. I don't like......

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Complete the sentence: You...... sit down in the class.

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Complete the sentence: You...... chat in a church.

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Complete the sentence: I don't know Sarah's parents. Do you know......?

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Complete the sentence: I don't want these books. You can have......

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Flashcards

Head of Great Britain

The monarch (currently the King or Queen) of the United Kingdom.

Official UK Language

English

Queen Elizabeth II's Residence

Buckingham Palace

Head of UK Government

Prime Minister

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Prime Minister's Address

10 Downing Street

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Buckingham Palace Rooms

Approximately 600 rooms

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Largest Cities of England

London, Liverpool, Birmingham, Manchester

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US Location

North America

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Present Continuous Tense (to be + V-ing)

Used to describe actions happening now, at this moment.

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Sarah (wear) a brown coat?

Using present continuous to describe an action happening now: is wearing.

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We (have) dinner now?

Present continuous: are having (action happening in progress).

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I (watch) TV?

Present continuous: am watching.

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Please be quiet, I (work)?

Present continuous: am working. Describing an active ongoing process.

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Somebody (swim)

Present continuous: is swimming.

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Listen! Somebody (sing)

Present continuous: is singing.

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You (sit) in my place?

Present continuous using the verb phrase "you are sitting"

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When do we use "was"?

"Was" is used with singular subjects in the past tense, referring to a single person or thing. It is used for actions or states that happened in the past.

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When do we use "were"?

"Were" is used with plural subjects in the past tense, referring to more than one person or thing. It describes events or states that occurred in the past.

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When do we use "some"?

"Some" indicates an unspecified quantity or number of something, suggesting there is at least one. It's used for countable or uncountable nouns.

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When do we use "any"?

"Any" asks if there exists at least one or if there is a possibility of something. It's used with both countable and uncountable nouns.

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I (not/drink) tea.

This sentence uses the present simple tense to express a habitual action or a fact about the speaker. The correct form is "don't drink".

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I never (go) to the cinema.

This sentence describes an action that happens regularly but not frequently. The correct form is "go".

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Ben and Sophie (like) classical music.

This sentence uses the present simple tense to describe a preference or liking. The correct form is "like" because the subject is plural.

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What does "fly" mean in Russian?

The correct translation of the word "fly" in Russian is "летать".

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What does "forget" mean in Russian?

The correct translation of the word "forget" in Russian is "забывать".

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What does "give" mean in Russian?

The correct translation of the word "give" in Russian is "давать".

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What does "go" mean in Russian?

The correct translation of the word "go" in Russian is "идти".

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What does "hear" mean in Russian?

The correct translation of the word "hear" in Russian is "слушать".

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Some vs. Any

"Some" is used for positive statements, indicating existence. "Any" is used in negative statements or questions, indicating a lack of something.

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Some/Any: countable nouns

Use "some" with countable nouns when you're referring to a specific quantity (more than one). Use "any" when you're talking about an unspecified quantity (maybe none).

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Some/Any: uncountable nouns

Use "some" with uncountable nouns when you're referring to a specific quantity. Use "any" when you're talking about an unspecified quantity.

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Something vs. Anything

"Something" is used for positive statements and questions. "Anything" is used for negative statements and questions.

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Something/Anything: Use in Questions

Use "something" in questions when you're expecting a positive answer. Use "anything" when you're not expecting a positive answer.

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Somebody/Anybody

"Somebody" refers to a specific person. "Anybody" refers to any person (or none).

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Somebody/Anybody: Use in Negations

Use "anybody" in negative statements when you're saying no one did something. Use "somebody" in negative statements to refer to someone specific who didn't do something.

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Choosing the Right Word

Choose the right word based on whether the sentence is positive, negative, or a question, and whether you're talking about a specific thing or any thing.

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When to use "a"

"A" is used before a singular noun that starts with a consonant sound. It indicates one of something.

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When to use "an"

"An" is used before a singular noun that starts with a vowel sound. It indicates one of something.

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When to use "the"

"The" is used before a noun when the listener already knows which specific thing is being referred to. It indicates a specific item or thing.

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What is "much" used for?

"Much" is used when referring to uncountable nouns, things you can't count individually, like water, time or happiness. Think of it as 'a lot' of something you can't count.

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What is "many" used for?

"Many" is used when referring to countable nouns, things you can count individually, like apples, chairs or books.

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When do we use "the" with nouns?

We use "the" with nouns that are specific and identifiable. We've already talked about or have a shared understanding.

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When do we use "a" or "an" with nouns?

We use "a" or "an" with nouns when we're talking about something general or introducing a new noun.

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What is the difference between "much" and "many"?

"Much" is for uncountable nouns that you can't count individually, like time or water. "Many" is for countable nouns that you can count, like apples or chairs.

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Capital of the USA

Washington D.C. is the capital of the United States of America. It's a federal district, not part of any state.

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Winter Days

In winter, the days are shorter than in the summer due to the Earth's tilt and its position in its orbit around the Sun.

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Shortest Day of the Year

The shortest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere is December 22nd, known as the winter solstice.

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Great Britain's Rivers

The Thames and Severn are two of the largest rivers in Great Britain.

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University Semesters

Semesters are usually two periods of study, typically running from September to early January and late January to late May.

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Kazakhstan's Location

Kazakhstan is located in the heart of the Eurasian landmass.

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USA's Art and Business Center

New York City is a major center for art, business, and finance in the USA.

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London's Sections

London is divided into three main parts: the City, the West End, and the East End.

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Capital of the UK

London is the capital city of the United Kingdom.

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British Isles Components

The British Isles consist of two main islands: Great Britain and Ireland.

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US President's Residence

The White House in Washington, D.C. serves as the official residence and workplace of the US President.

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Australia's Continent Type

Australia is an island continent, meaning a landmass surrounded by water.

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Full Name of the UK

The full name of the United Kingdom is The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

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Number of Countries in Great Britain

There are four countries within the United Kingdom: England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

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Capital of the UK

The capital city of the United Kingdom is London.

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Countries in the UK

The four countries in the United Kingdom are England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

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UK's Government Type

The United Kingdom is a constitutional monarchy, meaning a system where a monarch is the head of state but their powers are limited by a constitution.

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Number of Houses in English Parliament

The English Parliament has two houses: the House of Lords and the House of Commons.

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English Parliament's Houses

The two houses of the English Parliament are the House of Lords and the House of Commons.

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Main Political Parties of Great Britain

The main political parties in Great Britain are the Conservative, Labour, and Liberal Democrat parties.

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Official Language of the UK

The official language of the United Kingdom is English.

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Head of the Government in Great Britain

The Prime Minister is the head of the government in Great Britain, responsible for leading the government and making decisions in the country.

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Prime Minister's London Address

The Prime Minister's official address is 10 Downing Street in London.

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Number of Rooms in Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace has approximately 600 rooms.

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Location of the USA

The United States of America is located in North America.

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Number of States in the USA

The United States of America is made up of 50 states.

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First US President

George Washington was the first president of the United States of America.

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What is the UK's official language?

The official language of the United Kingdom is English.

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Head of the UK government

The Prime Minister is the head of the government in Great Britain, responsible for leading the government and making decisions in the country.

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Address of the Prime Minister

The Prime Minister's official address is 10 Downing Street in London.

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Century of House Construction

The house was built in the 19th (nineteenth) century.

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Children's Location

The children are not here at the moment.

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Christopher Columbus's Birth Year

Christopher Columbus was born in 1451.

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Morning Shower

She always has a shower in the morning.

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Place of Birth

I was born in London in 1988.

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Kazakhstan's Border

Kazakhstan borders on China.

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Educational Centre

Nur-Sultan is an educational hub in Kazakhstan with many universities and colleges.

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Kazakhstan's Constitution

The new Constitution of Kazakhstan was adopted in 1995.

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Capital of Wales

The capital of Wales is Cardiff.

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Nur-Sultan's Former Name

The city of Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan, was previously known as Akmola.

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What do Americans speak?

Americans primarily speak English.

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People from England

People from England are called English.

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Nur-Sultan's Climate

The climate of Nur-Sultan is described as 'extreme continental.'

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Year 1957

The year nineteen fifty-seven is written numerically as 1957.

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Dr. Smith's Residence Period

Dr. Smith has lived in Birmingham since the year 2002.

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Washington, D.C.'s Location

Washington, D.C., the capital of the USA, is located in the District of Columbia.

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Capital Designer

Pierre L'Enfant designed the capital of the USA, Washington, D.C.

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Shakespeare's Play: Romeo and Juliet

Romeo and Juliet is the name of the play written by William Shakespeare.

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Can't Hear Voices

You are unable to hear any voices in the house. This implies a lack of ability or possibility.

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Mustn't Do Something

It is forbidden or strongly advised against. Indicates a rule or obligation not to perform an action.

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Time: Half Past

A time expression indicating 30 minutes past the hour.

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Time: Quarter Past

Indicates 15 minutes past the hour (one quarter of an hour).

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Grandparents of Parents

The parents of your parents are your great-grandparents.

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Pronoun for multiple people

The pronoun "them" refers to two or more people or things previously mentioned in a sentence.

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Pronoun for a woman

The pronoun "her" represents a female person.

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Pronoun for a man

The pronoun "him" represents a male person.

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Permission and obligation

"Can/can't" indicates permission or ability, while "must/mustn't" implies obligation or prohibition.

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Using "can't"

"Can't" is used to express a lack of ability or permission to do something.

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Using "mustn't"

"Mustn't" is used to express an obligation or requirement not to do something.

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Using "can"

"Can" indicates permission or ability to do something.

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Using "must"

"Must" implies an obligation or requirement to do something.

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Study Notes

Zh. A. Tashenev University

  • Located in Shymkent
  • Faculty of Philology
  • Department of Foreign Languages

Final Control Tasks

  • Designed to monitor student knowledge
  • Educational program codes: 6B01402, 6B02101, 6B01403, 6B01703
  • Discipline code: FL1107, Foreign Language
  • Course: 1
  • Semester: 1
  • Final control method: Test

Sample Test Questions (Page 3-10)

  • Multiple choice questions covering various topics related to geography, countries, capitals, and political systems.
  • Questions on the English language and specific vocabulary
  • Questions on the structure and format of the English language
  • Questions on the functions of the English Language
  • Questions covering grammar elements

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This quiz covers various topics related to geography, countries, capitals, and political systems while assessing English language skills. Students will answer multiple-choice questions focusing on vocabulary, language structure, and grammar elements. Ideal for first-semester students of the Foreign Language discipline at Zh. A. Tashenev University.

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