B2 Test Example PDF

Grammar 1.​ Which sentence uses the present perfect continuous correctly?​ a) She has written the report yesterday.​ b) They have been discussing the project all morning.​ c) He is attending the meeting now.​ d) We will finish the task by noon.​ Correct Answer: B​...

Grammar 1.​ Which sentence uses the present perfect continuous correctly?​ a) She has written the report yesterday.​ b) They have been discussing the project all morning.​ c) He is attending the meeting now.​ d) We will finish the task by noon.​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: The present perfect continuous ("have been discussing") emphasizes an ongoing action that started in the past and continues now. 2.​ Choose the correct passive voice transformation:​ "The manager approved the budget."​ a) The budget was approved by the manager.​ b) The budget is approved by the manager.​ c) The budget has been approved by the manager.​ d) The budget approves the manager.​ Correct Answer: A​ Explanation: The past simple passive ("was approved") matches the original sentence’s tense. Vocabulary 3.​ Which is a synonym for "terminate" in a professional context?​ a) Postpone​ b) Suspend​ c) Conclude​ d) Delay​ Correct Answer: C​ Explanation: "Conclude" means to bring something to an end formally, like a contract. 4.​ What does "KPI" stand for?​ a) Key Performance Indicator​ b) Key Project Initiative​ c) Known Profit Increase​ d) Knowledge Practice Interface​ Correct Answer: A​ Explanation: KPIs are metrics used to evaluate business success. Professional Communication 5.​ Which is the best opening for a formal email?​ a) Hey John,​ b) Hi there,​  c) Dear Mr. Smith,​ d) What’s up?​ Correct Answer: C​ Explanation: "Dear Mr. Smith" is the standard formal greeting. 6.​ In a meeting, which phrase politely interrupts a speaker?​ a) Let me stop you there.​ b) Sorry, could I add something?​ c) You’re wrong.​ d) Quiet, I need to speak.​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: "Could I add something?" is a courteous interruption. Writing Skills 7.​ Which sentence is appropriate for a report conclusion?​ a) LOL, this project was chaotic!​ b) In summary, the results exceeded expectations.​ c) I think we did okay.​ d) Let’s grab coffee later.​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: "In summary" is formal and transitions to a conclusion. 8.​ Choose the correct subject line for a meeting request:​ a) Meeting​ b) Let’s Talk​ c) Request for Q3 Strategy Discussion on 5th Nov​ d) Hi​ Correct Answer: C​ Explanation: Specificity (date, topic) is key in professional subject lines. Workplace Scenarios 9.​ A client complains about a delayed order. How do you respond?​ a) "Not our fault."​ b) "We apologize for the inconvenience. Let me resolve this."​ c) "Maybe next time."​ d) "Contact someone else."​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: Acknowledging the issue and offering help maintains professionalism. 10.​What does "ASAP" mean in a business context?​ a) As soon as possible​ b) Always start a project​ c) After Sunday, apply payments​ d) All staff are punctual​  Correct Answer: A​ Explanation: ASAP is a common abbreviation for urgency. Phrasal Verbs 11.​Which phrasal verb means "to postpone"?​ a) Call off​ b) Put off​ c) Take over​ d) Set up​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: "Put off" means to delay something. 12.​"We need to _____ the meeting until next week."​ a) call off​ b) break down​ c) hold on​ d) look forward to​ Correct Answer: A​ Explanation: "Call off" means to cancel. Continue this pattern, covering topics like: ​ Formal vs. Informal Language ​ Email Etiquette ​ Negotiation Phrases ​ Report Writing ​ Telephone Communication ​ Cultural Sensitivity Example Expansion:​ 13. Which phrase is suitable for a negotiation?​ a) "Take it or leave it."​ b) "Let’s find a middle ground."​ c) "That’s ridiculous."​ d) "No way."​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: "Middle ground" shows willingness to compromise. 14.​In a formal email, avoid:​ a) Contractions (e.g., "don’t")​ b) Complete sentences​ c) Your signature​  d) Subject lines​ Correct Answer: A​ Explanation: Contractions are informal; use "do not" instead. Grammar 1.​ Which sentence uses the past perfect correctly?​ a) She had finished the report before the meeting started.​ b) She has finished the report before the meeting started.​ c) She finished the report before the meeting had started.​ d) She was finishing the report before the meeting started.​ Correct Answer: A​ Explanation: The past perfect ("had finished") shows an action completed before another past action. 2.​ Choose the correct conditional sentence:​ a) If I will have time, I call you.​ b) If I have time, I will call you.​ c) If I had time, I will call you.​ d) If I have time, I would call you.​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: This is a first conditional, used for real future possibilities. Vocabulary 3.​ What is the meaning of "procrastinate"?​ a) To complete tasks quickly​ b) To delay or postpone tasks​ c) To organize efficiently​ d) To cancel plans​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: "Procrastinate" means to delay or put off tasks unnecessarily. 4.​ Which word means "to make something less severe"?​ a) Intensify​ b) Alleviate​ c) Exacerbate​ d) Complicate​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: "Alleviate" means to reduce the severity of something. Reading Comprehension Read the following passage and answer questions 5-7:​ "Remote work has become increasingly popular in recent years. Many companies have adopted flexible work policies, allowing employees to work from home. This shift has led to improved work-life balance for some, but others struggle with isolation and distractions." 5.​ What is the main idea of the passage?​ a) Remote work is unpopular.​ b) Remote work has benefits and challenges.​ c) All employees prefer working from home.​ d) Remote work is only for large companies.​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: The passage discusses both the advantages and disadvantages of remote work. 6.​ What has improved for some employees?​ a) Work-life balance​ b) Isolation​ c) Distractions​ d) Company policies​ Correct Answer: A​ Explanation: The passage mentions "improved work-life balance" as a benefit. 7.​ What do some employees struggle with?​ a) Flexible policies​ b) Isolation and distractions​ c) Improved productivity​ d) Company meetings​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: The passage states that some employees face "isolation and distractions." Writing Skills 8.​ Which sentence is appropriate for a formal email?​ a) "Hey, can you send me the file?"​ b) "Hi, could you please send me the file?"​ c) "Yo, send the file ASAP!"​ d) "File, please."​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: "Could you please" is polite and formal. 9.​ What is the best way to start a formal letter?​ a) "Dear Sir/Madam,"​ b) "Hi there,"​ c) "Hey,"​ d) "What’s up?"​  Correct Answer: A​ Explanation: "Dear Sir/Madam" is a standard formal greeting. Listening Skills 10.​You hear: "I’m afraid the meeting has been rescheduled for Thursday." What does this mean?​ a) The meeting is canceled.​ b) The meeting is moved to Thursday.​ c) The meeting is on time.​ d) The meeting is shorter.​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: "Rescheduled for Thursday" means the meeting is moved to that day. 11.​You hear: "Could you possibly send me the report by tomorrow?" What is the speaker asking?​ a) To cancel the report​ b) To send the report soon​ c) To ignore the report​ d) To print the report​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: The speaker is politely requesting the report by a deadline. Speaking Skills 12.​Which phrase is best for agreeing politely?​ a) "No way!"​ b) "I totally disagree."​ c) "I see your point."​ d) "That’s nonsense."​ Correct Answer: C​ Explanation: "I see your point" shows understanding and agreement. 13.​How would you politely interrupt someone?​ a) "Stop talking!"​ b) "Sorry, can I add something?"​ c) "You’re wrong."​ d) "Be quiet."​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: "Sorry, can I add something?" is a polite interruption. Phrasal Verbs  14.​What does "call off" mean?​ a) To postpone​ b) To cancel​ c) To organize​ d) To attend​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: "Call off" means to cancel something. 15.​Which phrasal verb means "to investigate"?​ a) Look after​ b) Look into​ c) Look forward to​ d) Look up​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: "Look into" means to investigate or examine. Workplace Scenarios 16.​A colleague says, "I’m swamped with work." What do they mean?​ a) They are bored.​ b) They are very busy.​ c) They are on vacation.​ d) They are relaxed.​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: "Swamped" means overwhelmed with work. 17.​What does "ASAP" stand for?​ a) As soon as possible​ b) Always start a project​ c) After Sunday, apply payments​ d) All staff are punctual​ Correct Answer: A​ Explanation: ASAP is a common abbreviation for urgency. Cultural Sensitivity 18.​Which is a culturally sensitive way to address someone?​ a) Use their first name immediately.​ b) Use their title and last name unless invited otherwise.​ c) Use nicknames.​ d) Avoid using names.​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: Using titles and last names shows respect. 19.​What should you avoid in a multicultural workplace?​ a) Being punctual​  b) Making jokes about cultures​ c) Listening actively​ d) Using polite language​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: Cultural jokes can be offensive and unprofessional. Error Correction 20.​Which sentence is correct?​ a) She don’t like coffee.​ b) She doesn’t likes coffee.​ c) She doesn’t like coffee.​ d) She didn’t liked coffee.​ Correct Answer: C​ Explanation: "Doesn’t like" is the correct present simple form. Continue this pattern, covering topics like: ​ Idioms ​ Formal vs. Informal Language ​ Email Etiquette ​ Report Writing ​ Telephone Communication Example Expansion:​ 21. What does "think outside the box" mean?​ a) To follow rules strictly​ b) To think creatively​ c) To avoid thinking​ d) To focus on details​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: This idiom means to think creatively or unconventionally. 22.​Which is a formal closing for an email?​ a) "Cheers,"​ b) "Best regards,"​ c) "See ya,"​ d) "Bye,"​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: "Best regards" is a professional closing. Grammar  23.​Which sentence uses the future perfect correctly?​ a) By next year, I will have completed my degree.​ b) By next year, I will complete my degree.​ c) By next year, I am completing my degree.​ d) By next year, I completed my degree.​ Correct Answer: A​ Explanation: The future perfect ("will have completed") is used for actions that will be finished by a specific future time. 24.​Choose the correct reported speech: "I will call you tomorrow," she said.​ a) She said she will call me tomorrow.​ b) She said she would call me the next day.​ c) She said she called me tomorrow.​ d) She said she calls me tomorrow.​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: In reported speech, "will" changes to "would," and "tomorrow" becomes "the next day." Vocabulary 25.​What does "feasible" mean?​ a) Impossible​ b) Practical or possible​ c) Expensive​ d) Unnecessary​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: "Feasible" means something is possible or achievable. 26.​Which word means "to make something less effective"?​ a) Enhance​ b) Undermine​ c) Strengthen​ d) Support​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: "Undermine" means to weaken or reduce effectiveness. Reading Comprehension Read the following passage and answer questions 27-29:​ "Climate change is one of the most pressing issues of our time. Rising global temperatures, melting ice caps, and extreme weather events are all consequences of human activity. Governments and individuals must take action to reduce carbon emissions and protect the environment." 27.​What is the main idea of the passage?​ a) Climate change is not a serious issue.​  b) Climate change is caused by natural events.​ c) Climate change is a critical issue requiring action.​ d) Climate change only affects certain regions.​ Correct Answer: C​ Explanation: The passage emphasizes the urgency of addressing climate change. 28.​What are some consequences of climate change mentioned in the passage?​ a) Falling temperatures and shrinking deserts​ b) Rising temperatures and melting ice caps​ c) Increased rainfall and forest growth​ d) Stable weather patterns​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: The passage mentions "rising global temperatures" and "melting ice caps." 29.​What does the passage suggest as a solution?​ a) Ignoring the problem​ b) Reducing carbon emissions​ c) Increasing industrial activity​ d) Building more factories​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: The passage calls for reducing carbon emissions to protect the environment. Writing Skills 30.​Which sentence is appropriate for a formal report?​ a) "The project was a total disaster."​ b) "The project faced significant challenges."​ c) "The project was kinda bad."​ d) "The project sucked."​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: "Faced significant challenges" is formal and professional. 31.​What is the best way to end a formal email?​ a) "See you later!"​ b) "Yours faithfully,"​ c) "Bye!"​ d) "Cheers,"​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: "Yours faithfully" is a formal closing for emails. Listening Skills 32.​You hear: "The deadline has been extended to Friday." What does this mean?​ a) The deadline is earlier.​ b) The deadline is now Friday.​ c) The deadline is canceled.​  d) The deadline is unchanged.​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: "Extended to Friday" means the new deadline is Friday. 33.​You hear: "Could you clarify the instructions?" What is the speaker asking?​ a) To repeat the instructions​ b) To ignore the instructions​ c) To make the instructions clearer​ d) To cancel the instructions​ Correct Answer: C​ Explanation: "Clarify" means to make something clearer. Speaking Skills 34.​Which phrase is best for disagreeing politely?​ a) "That’s a terrible idea."​ b) "I’m not sure I agree with that."​ c) "You’re wrong."​ d) "No way!"​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: "I’m not sure I agree" is a polite way to disagree. 35.​How would you ask for clarification in a meeting?​ a) "What are you talking about?"​ b) "Could you explain that again, please?"​ c) "I don’t get it."​ d) "This makes no sense."​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: "Could you explain that again?" is polite and professional. Phrasal Verbs 36.​What does "turn down" mean?​ a) To accept​ b) To reject​ c) To increase​ d) To organize​ Correct Answer: B​ Explanation: "Turn down" means to reject an offer or request. 37.​Which phrasal verb means "to start a journey"?​ a) Set off​ b) Set up​ c) Set in​ d) Set out​ Correct Answer: A​ Explanation: "Set off" means to begin a journey. Workplace Scenarios 38.​A colleague says, "Let’s touch base next week." What do they mean?​ a) They want to meet or discuss something.​ b) They want to cancel plans.​ c) They want to avoid you.​ d) They want to take a break.​ Correct Answer: A​ Explanation: "Touch base" means to make contact or discuss something. 39.​What does "FYI" stand for?​ a) For Your Information​ b) For Your Interest​ c) For Your Inspection​ d) For Your Improvement​ Correct Answer: A​ Explanation: FYI is commonly used to share information. Error Correction 40.​Which sentence is correct?​ a) He don’t like tea.​ b) He doesn’t likes tea.​ c) He doesn’t like tea.​ d) He didn’t liked tea.​ Correct Answer: C​ Explanation: "Doesn’t like" is the correct present simple form.