7th Grade Grammar Quiz PDF

7th grade B1 Grammar in Use: Grammar Quiz Section 1: Present Continuous (I am doing) and Present Simple (I do) 1. Choose the correct form of the verb: a) She usually ___ (work) from home, but today she ___ (work) in the office. b) The train ___ (leave) at 6 p.m. every evening. 2. Correct the mis...

7th grade B1 Grammar in Use: Grammar Quiz Section 1: Present Continuous (I am doing) and Present Simple (I do) 1. Choose the correct form of the verb: a) She usually ___ (work) from home, but today she ___ (work) in the office. b) The train ___ (leave) at 6 p.m. every evening. 2. Correct the mistake in the sentence if there is one: a) Right now, I study for my exams. b) Water boils at 100°C. Section 2: Past Simple (I did) and Past Continuous (I was doing) 3. Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the verb: a) When I ___ (arrive) at the station, the train ___ (already leave). b) While she ___ (cook), the phone ___ (ring). Section 3: Present Perfect (I have done) and Present Perfect Continuous (I have been doing) 4. Choose the correct option: a) I ___ (live) in this city for five years now. i) have lived ii) have been living b) They ___ (finish) their project just a few minutes ago. i) have finished ii) have been finishing Section 4: Future Tenses 5. Choose the correct form: a) I ___ (meet) Sarah tomorrow at 4 p.m. i) will meet ii) am meeting iii) am going to meet b) By the time you arrive, I ___ (finish) the report. i) will have finished  ii) will be finishing Section 5: Modals 6. Match the situation to the correct modal verb: a) It’s not allowed to park here. b) He knows how to swim. c) I’m not sure, but he ___ (come) to the party. d) You ___ (not) touch that—it’s dangerous. Options: 1. can 2. mustn’t 3. might 4. can’t Answer Key with Explanations Section 1: Present Continuous and Present Simple 1. a) works, is working b) leaves Explanation: Present simple is used for habits and schedules, while present continuous is for actions happening now. 2. a) Corrected: Right now, I am studying for my exams. b) No mistake (Present simple is correct for general truths). Section 2: Past Simple and Past Continuous 3. a) arrived, had already left b) was cooking, rang Explanation: Past simple describes completed actions, while past continuous shows ongoing actions. Past perfect is used for actions completed before another action. Section 3: Present Perfect and Present Perfect Continuous 4. a) ii) have been living b) i) have finished Explanation: Present perfect continuous emphasizes the duration of an action, while present perfect simple focuses on completion. Section 4: Future Tenses 5. a) ii) am meeting b) i) will have finished Explanation: Present continuous is used for fixed future arrangements, while "will have finished" indicates an action completed before a future point. Section 5: Modals 6. a) 2. mustn’t b) 1. can c) 3. might d) 4. can’t Explanation: ○ "Mustn’t" is for prohibition. ○ "Can" shows ability. ○ "Might" expresses possibility. ○ "Can’t" indicates impossibility. Would you like additional questions or a focus on specific topics? 😊 4o You said: can you prepare multiple choice ChatGPT said: ChatGPT Here’s a multiple-choice quiz covering the requested topics, along with the answer key and explanations: Grammar Multiple-Choice Quiz Present Continuous (I am doing) and Present Simple (I do) 1. Choose the correct sentence: a) He is usually taking the bus to work. b) He usually takes the bus to work. c) He usually take the bus to work. Answer Options: 1. a 2. b 3. c 2. Which sentence describes something happening right now? a) She speaks three languages. b) She is speaking on the phone. c) She spoke on the phone yesterday. Answer Options: 1. a 2. b 3. c Past Simple (I did) and Past Continuous (I was doing) 3. Which sentence is correct? a) I saw him while I was walking to the store. b) I was seeing him while I walked to the store. c) I see him while I am walking to the store. Answer Options: 1. a 2. b 3. c 4. Choose the correct form: When the fire alarm ___ (go) off, we ___ (run) out of the building. a) went, were running b) goes, run c) was going, ran Answer Options:  1. a 2. b 3. c Present Perfect (I have done) and Present Perfect Continuous (I have been doing) 5. Choose the correct sentence: a) I have lived in this city for five years. b) I am living in this city for five years. c) I lived in this city for five years. Answer Options: 1. a 2. b 3. c 6. Choose the correct option: She ___ (wait) here for over an hour. a) has been waiting b) waited c) is waiting Answer Options: 1. a 2. b 3. c Future Tenses 7. Which sentence is correct? a) I am going to buy groceries after work. b) I will buying groceries after work. c) I buy groceries after work. Answer Options: 1. a 2. b 3. c 8. Choose the correct form: By this time tomorrow, we ___ (finish) the project. a) will be finishing b) will have finished c) have finished Answer Options:  1. a 2. b 3. c Modals 9. Match the situation to the correct modal verb: It’s possible that it will rain later. a) must b) might c) can Answer Options: 1. a 2. b 3. c 10. Choose the correct sentence: a) You can’t smoke in this area—it’s prohibited. b) You can smoke in this area—it’s prohibited. c) You might smoke in this area—it’s prohibited. Answer Options: 1. a 2. b 3. c Answer Key and Explanations 1. 2. b: "He usually takes the bus to work" is correct because it describes a habit (Present Simple). 2. 2. b: "She is speaking on the phone" describes an action happening right now (Present Continuous). 3. 1. a: "I saw him while I was walking" is correct because the past continuous describes the ongoing action (walking) interrupted by a past simple action (saw). 4. 1. a: "When the fire alarm went off, we were running" correctly uses Past Simple for the alarm (completed action) and Past Continuous for the ongoing action (running). 5. 1. a: "I have lived in this city for five years" correctly uses Present Perfect to describe a situation continuing up to now. 6. 1. a: "She has been waiting" emphasizes the ongoing duration of the action. 7. 1. a: "I am going to buy groceries" correctly expresses a planned future action. 8. 2. b: "We will have finished" is correct for describing an action completed before a specific time in the future. 9. 2. b: "Might" indicates possibility. 10. 1. a: "You can’t smoke in this area" correctly shows prohibition using "can’t." Can you prepare a quiz by book B1 Intermediate language practice by Michael Vince by these following topics with answer key and explanation: B1 Language in practice B1 Collocation in use Semi-Quiz: Collocations in English Task 1: Match the Collocations (Topic: What is a Collocation?) Match the verbs on the left with the correct nouns on the right: 1. ___ make 2. ___ take 3. ___ pay 4. ___ do a. an effort b. a compliment c. damage d. a decision Answer Options: 1. 2. 3. 4. Task 2: Finding and Recording Collocations Look at the sentence below and underline the collocations: "The team made a mistake during the match, but they did their best to recover." Task 3: Types of Collocations Choose the correct word to complete each sentence: 1. She gave me a ___ smile. a. warm b. hot c. boiling  2. It’s important to ___ your best when preparing for an interview. a. give b. do c. make 3. We had a ___ discussion about the budget yesterday. a. sunny b. heated c. cold Task 4: Grammatical Aspects of Collocations Choose the correct intensifying adverb: 1. It is ___ ridiculous to suggest such a thing! a. utterly b. strongly c. highly 2. The idea of her winning the lottery seems ___ unlikely. a. strongly b. highly c. absolutely 3. The committee ___ objects to the proposed changes. a. highly b. strongly c. utterly Task 5: Special Aspects of Collocations A. Synonyms and Confusable Words Choose the correct word to complete each sentence: 1. She closed the ___ at exactly 2 p.m. a. meeting b. conversation 2. This is an ___ vase from the 18th century. a. antique b. old B. Metaphor Identify the metaphorical collocation: "Her sunny smile brightened everyone’s day." Answer Key and Explanations Task 1: Match the Collocations 1. c. make a decision 2. a. take an effort 3. b. pay a compliment 4. d. do damage Explanation: These are common verb-noun collocations. Memorizing them as fixed pairs ensures natural usage. Task 2: Finding and Recording Collocations Answer: "The team made a mistake during the match, but they did their best to recover." Explanation: "Made a mistake" and "did their best" are standard verb-noun collocations. Task 3: Types of Collocations 1. a. warm (A warm smile is a common collocation.) 2. b. do (Do your best is correct; "give your best" and "make your best" are incorrect.) 3. b. heated (A heated discussion refers to an intense or passionate exchange of ideas.) Task 4: Grammatical Aspects of Collocations 1. a. utterly (Utterly ridiculous is an intensifying collocation.) 2. b. highly (Highly unlikely is a correct collocation for probability.) 3. b. strongly (Strongly objects emphasizes firm opposition.) Task 5: Special Aspects of Collocations A. Synonyms and Confusable Words 1. a. meeting (Close a meeting is correct; "close a conversation" is unnatural.) 2. a. antique (Antique refers to something valuable and old; "old" alone is too general.) B. Metaphor Answer: "Her sunny smile" Explanation: "Sunny smile" is a metaphorical collocation, using "sunny" to describe a warm and cheerful expression. This quiz incorporates a mix of recognition tasks, fill-in-the-blank exercises, and 😊 matching activities, helping students understand and practice collocations across the topics. Let me know if you'd like additional tasks! A2-B1 Vocabulary in use Quiz: Vocabulary in Use Section 1: Business and Finance Task 1: Fill in the blanks with the correct word related to business and finance: 1. The company reported a 20% increase in ___ this quarter. a) profits b) sales c) shares 2. She invested in several ___ to diversify her portfolio. a) stocks b) loans c) debts Section 2: Leisure and Entertainment Task 2: Match the sport or leisure activity with its description: 1. ___ A game played on a rectangular court with a net in the middle. 2. ___ An activity where players try to hit a small ball into holes in the ground using a club. 3. ___ A water sport where you stand on a board and ride the waves. Options: a) golf b) tennis c) surfing Section 3: Tourism Task 3: Multiple-choice: 1. When booking a flight, you need to choose a ___ ticket if you want to return to the same destination. a) single  b) return c) flexible 2. Which word refers to a type of accommodation commonly found in cities? a) campsite b) hotel c) villa Section 4: Communication and Technology Task 4: Choose the correct word to complete the sentence: 1. To check for new emails, you need to ___ your inbox. a) send b) open c) refresh 2. Many people use ___ to stay connected with friends and family. a) social media b) typewriters c) radios Section 5: Social Issues Task 5: True or False: 1. Crime is the act of doing something illegal. 2. Politics only refers to international relations, not local government. Section 6: Concepts Task 6: Fill in the blanks: 1. A ___ is a container for liquids, such as water or milk. 2. The ___ of the building is 50 meters. Section 7: Functional Language Task 7: Match the phrase to its function: 1. ___ Could I borrow your pen for a moment? 2. ___ I’d love to, but I’m afraid I can’t. 3. ___ Thanks a lot for helping me out! Functions: a) Apologizing b) Asking for permission c) Expressing gratitude Section 8: Word Formation Task 8: Choose the correct prefix or suffix to form a new word: 1. ___ (mis-/un-/re-) understand 2. Danger ___ (-ness/-ful/-ous) Section 9: Phrase Building Task 9: Complete the fixed phrases: 1. I’ll give you a ___ (hint/clue/tip) to help you solve the puzzle. 2. It’s a ___ (piece/slice/bit) of cake! Section 10: Key Verbs Task 10: Choose the correct option: 1. She ___ a lot of money to charity last year. a) took b) gave c) kept 2. I need to ___ an appointment with the doctor. a) make b) do c) give Answer Key and Explanations Section 1: Business and Finance 1. a) profits 2. a) stocks Explanation: Profits refer to earnings, and stocks are financial investments. Section 2: Leisure and Entertainment  1. b) tennis 2. a) golf 3. c) surfing Explanation: Tennis uses a net, golf involves clubs and holes, and surfing is a water activity. Section 3: Tourism 1. b) return 2. b) hotel Explanation: Return tickets are for round trips, and hotels are standard urban accommodations. Section 4: Communication and Technology 1. c) refresh 2. a) social media Explanation: Refresh updates your inbox, and social media connects people online. Section 5: Social Issues 1. True 2. False (Politics involves both local and international relations.) Section 6: Concepts 1. bottle 2. height Explanation: Bottles hold liquids, and height measures how tall something is. Section 7: Functional Language 1. b) Asking for permission 2. a) Apologizing 3. c) Expressing gratitude Section 8: Word Formation 1. Misunderstand 2. Dangerous Explanation: "Mis-" changes the meaning to negative, and "-ous" forms adjectives. Section 9: Phrase Building 1. clue 2. piece Explanation: Fixed phrases like "give a clue" and "piece of cake" have specific meanings. Section 10: Key Verbs  1. b) gave 2. a) make Explanation: "Gave to charity" and "make an appointment" are collocations. 8th grade B2 Language Practice Quiz: Language Practice for First – Vocabulary Section 1: Travel and Holidays Task 1: Match the terms to their definitions: 1. ___ Itinerary 2. ___ Destination 3. ___ Package holiday 4. ___ Check-in a) The final place you are traveling to b) A holiday where transport and accommodation are booked together c) A detailed plan of your trip d) The process of registering at an airport or hotel Section 2: Work and Employment Task 2: Multiple-choice: 1. Which word refers to someone who is self-employed? a) Intern b) Freelancer c) Trainee 2. If you lose your job because the company no longer needs your role, you are: a) Retired b) Promoted c) Made redundant Section 3: Sport and Leisure Task 3: Fill in the blanks with the correct words: 1. He scored a ___ in the final seconds of the match. (goal, point, kick) 2. They joined a local ___ club to stay fit. (tennis, jogging, swimming) Section 4: Clothes and Appearance Task 4: True or False: 1. A blazer is a type of footwear. 2. Accessories like belts and scarves can enhance an outfit. Section 5: Towns and Buildings Task 5: Choose the correct word to complete the sentence: 1. The old town is famous for its ___ streets and historic charm. (narrow, wide, modern) 2. Many people prefer to live in the ___ because it’s quieter than the city. (suburbs, center, countryside) Section 6: Vehicles and Transport Task 6: Match the terms to their examples: 1. ___ Public transport 2. ___ Private vehicle 3. ___ Alternative transport a) Bicycle b) Bus c) Car Section 7: Food, Restaurants, and Cooking Task 7: Fill in the blanks with the correct words: 1. A ___ is a small dish served before the main course. 2. The dessert was garnished with fresh ___. Options: (a) starter, (b) fruit, (c) course Section 8: Shops and Shopping Task 8: Choose the correct phrase: 1. If something is on sale, it is: a) Free b) Available at a reduced price c) Out of stock 2. A ___ is a place where you can buy medicines. a) pharmacy b) boutique c) department store Section 9: Crime and the Law Task 9: Multiple-choice: 1. Breaking into a building to steal something is called: a) Burglary b) Vandalism c) Fraud 2. A person who sees a crime is a: a) Victim b) Witness c) Suspect Section 10: Technology and Machines Task 10: Match the terms to their functions: 1. ___ Smartphone 2. ___ Printer 3. ___ Washing machine a) Prints documents b) Cleans clothes c) Makes calls and accesses the internet Answer Key and Explanations Section 1: Travel and Holidays 1. c) Itinerary 2. a) Destination 3. b) Package holiday 4. d) Check-in Explanation: Each term relates to travel planning and procedures. Section 2: Work and Employment 1. b) Freelancer 2. c) Made redundant Explanation: A freelancer works independently, and redundancy occurs when a role is no longer needed. Section 3: Sport and Leisure 1. goal  2. swimming Explanation: A goal is scored in games like football, and swimming is a common leisure activity. Section 4: Clothes and Appearance 1. False 2. True Explanation: A blazer is a type of jacket, and accessories add to an outfit. Section 5: Towns and Buildings 1. narrow 2. suburbs Explanation: Historic towns often have narrow streets, and the suburbs are quieter residential areas. Section 6: Vehicles and Transport 1. b) Public transport 2. c) Private vehicle 3. a) Alternative transport Explanation: Public transport includes buses, private vehicles are cars, and bikes are alternative options. Section 7: Food, Restaurants, and Cooking 1. a) starter 2. b) fruit Explanation: A starter precedes the main course, and desserts often feature fruit. Section 8: Shops and Shopping 1. b) Available at a reduced price 2. a) pharmacy Explanation: Sale items are discounted, and pharmacies sell medicines. Section 9: Crime and the Law 1. a) Burglary 2. b) Witness Explanation: Burglary involves stealing, and witnesses observe crimes. Section 10: Technology and Machines 1. c) Smartphone 2. a) Printer 3. b) Washing machine Explanation: Each term matches its specific technological function. B2 Use of English 1 B2 Vocabulary in Use Quiz: Vocabulary in Use (B2 Upper Intermediate) Section 1: Theatre and Cinema Task 1: Match the terms with their definitions: 1. ___ Interval 2. ___ Director 3. ___ Matinee 4. ___ Cast a) A daytime performance of a play or film b) The group of actors in a play or film c) The person in charge of the artistic aspects of a production d) A short break during a play or film Section 2: Music Task 2: Fill in the blanks with the correct musical terms: 1. She plays the ___ in the orchestra. (a) piano (b) flute (c) drum 2. The song has a catchy ___. (a) lyric (b) tune (c) harmony Section 3: Food Task 3: True or False: 1. A “starter” is the first course of a meal. 2. “Spicy” food is always sweet. Section 4: Environmental Problems Task 4: Choose the correct answer:  1. Which of the following contributes most to global warming? (a) Recycling waste (b) Burning fossil fuels (c) Planting trees 2. What is the term for cutting down large numbers of trees? (a) Deforestation (b) Pollution (c) Desertification Section 5: Clothes Task 5: Multiple-choice: 1. A “blazer” is a type of: (a) shoe (b) jacket (c) shirt 2. Which of these is suitable for formal wear? (a) Tracksuit (b) Tuxedo (c) Flip-flops Section 6: Health and Medicine Task 6: Match the health-related terms with their descriptions: 1. ___ Prescription 2. ___ Vaccine 3. ___ Symptoms 4. ___ Side effects a) Unwanted reactions to a medication b) A document allowing you to buy medicine c) Signs of illness d) A substance that prevents disease Section 7: Computers Task 7: Fill in the blanks: 1. I forgot to save my document, and now I’ve lost all my ___. (a) files (b) software  2. A ___ is a small device used to move the cursor on a screen. (a) keyboard (b) mouse Section 8: Crime Task 8: Choose the correct word to complete the sentence: 1. He was caught ___ the law by stealing a car. (a) breaking (b) avoiding 2. The police are investigating a serious ___. (a) accident (b) crime Section 9: Money Task 9: Fill in the blanks with the correct financial terms: 1. The amount you pay for borrowing money is called ___. 2. She received a large ___ when she retired. Options: (a) pension (b) interest Section 10: Feelings and Actions Task 10: Multiple-choice: 1. If someone is “over the moon,” they feel: (a) very sad (b) extremely happy (c) slightly worried 2. To “dread” something means: (a) to look forward to it (b) to fear it greatly (c) to not care about it Answer Key and Explanations Section 1: Theatre and Cinema 1. d  2. c 3. a 4. b Explanation: These terms are commonly used in theatre and cinema contexts. Section 2: Music 1. b) flute 2. b) tune Explanation: The flute is a common orchestral instrument, and a "tune" is the melody of a song. Section 3: Food 1. True 2. False (Spicy food is not sweet; it usually has strong, hot flavors.) Section 4: Environmental Problems 1. b) Burning fossil fuels 2. a) Deforestation Explanation: Fossil fuel burning releases greenhouse gases, and deforestation refers to cutting down trees. Section 5: Clothes 1. b) jacket 2. b) Tuxedo Explanation: A blazer is a jacket, and a tuxedo is formal evening wear. Section 6: Health and Medicine 1. b) Prescription 2. d) Vaccine 3. c) Symptoms 4. a) Side effects Explanation: Each term corresponds to its specific definition in healthcare. Section 7: Computers 1. a) files 2. b) mouse Explanation: Files are saved documents, and a mouse is a pointing device. Section 8: Crime 1. a) breaking 2. b) crime Explanation: "Breaking the law" is a standard phrase, and crime refers to illegal acts. Section 9: Money 1. b) interest 2. a) pension Explanation: Interest is the cost of borrowing, and a pension is a retirement payment. Section 10: Feelings and Actions 1. b) extremely happy 2. b) to fear it greatly Explanation: "Over the moon" expresses great happiness, and "dread" implies fear. 9th grade C1 Language Practice Quiz: Language Practice for C1 Advanced Section 1: Prepositions Task 1: Fill in the blanks with the correct preposition: 1. She’s very good ___ dealing with difficult customers. 2. He took pride ___ his achievements at work. 3. The book is full ___ useful advice for students. 4. We were amazed ___ how much he had accomplished. 5. They were suspicious ___ the stranger’s intentions. Section 2: Phrasal Verbs (1-3) Task 2: Match the phrasal verbs to their meanings: 1. ___ Add up to 2. ___ Get up to 3. ___ Rip off 4. ___ Put up with 5. ___ Work out a) Calculate or solve something b) Accept a difficult or unpleasant situation c) Be equal to a certain amount d) Plan or figure out something through reasoning e) Cheat or charge someone unfairly Section 3: Linking Words and Phrases Task 3: Multiple-choice: 1. Which linking phrase would best introduce a contrast? a) Furthermore b) However c) Similarly 2. Which phrase is used to explain a reason? a) As a result b) Due to the fact that c) On the other hand 3. Choose the best phrase to start a concession: a) In conclusion b) Although it may seem surprising c) Moreover Section 4: Punctuation and Spelling Task 4: Correct the punctuation in the following sentences: 1. Its important to know the difference between there and their. 2. She bought apples oranges bananas and grapes from the market. 3. James car broke down on his way to work. Section 5: Leisure Activities Task 5: Match the leisure activity to its description: 1. ___ Hiking 2. ___ Photography 3. ___ Knitting 4. ___ Birdwatching a) Taking pictures of landscapes or people b) Observing birds in their natural habitats c) Walking in nature, especially on trails d) Creating fabric from yarn using needles Section 6: Travel and Movement Task 6: Fill in the blanks with the correct words: 1. The train was delayed due to a ___ on the track. (blockage, crash) 2. She prefers ___ travel because it’s faster than driving. (air, road) 3. They decided to ___ a car for their trip around the countryside. (hire, borrow) Section 7: News Events Task 7: True or False: 1. A “headline” refers to the main title of a news article. 2. “Breaking news” is information about past events. Section 8: Media and Advertising Task 8: Choose the best answer: 1. An advert that uses a catchy slogan and a famous person is employing: a) Celebrity endorsement  b) Social proof c) Scarcity marketing 2. A press release is typically issued to: a) Promote an event b) Make an official announcement c) Sell products Section 9: The Natural World Task 9: Match the terms to their meanings: 1. ___ Habitat 2. ___ Ecosystem 3. ___ Endangered species 4. ___ Biodiversity a) Variety of life in a particular area b) Place where a specific organism lives c) Organisms at risk of extinction d) Interdependent system of living things Answer Key and Explanations Section 1: Prepositions 1. with 2. in 3. of 4. at 5. of Explanation: These prepositions follow the adjectives/nouns as fixed collocations. Section 2: Phrasal Verbs (1-3) 1. c) Add up to 2. d) Get up to 3. e) Rip off 4. b) Put up with 5. a) Work out Explanation: Each phrasal verb has a specific, often idiomatic, meaning. Section 3: Linking Words and Phrases 1. b) However 2. b) Due to the fact that 3. b) Although it may seem surprising Explanation: Linking phrases serve different purposes such as contrast, reasoning, or concession. Section 4: Punctuation and Spelling 1. It’s important to know the difference between there and their. 2. She bought apples, oranges, bananas, and grapes from the market. 3. James’ car broke down on his way to work. Explanation: Apostrophes show possession or contraction, and commas are used for lists. Section 5: Leisure Activities 1. c) Hiking 2. a) Photography 3. d) Knitting 4. b) Birdwatching Section 6: Travel and Movement 1. blockage 2. air 3. hire Explanation: Context determines the correct terms for each scenario. Section 7: News Events 1. True 2. False Explanation: Headlines are titles, and breaking news refers to recent events. Section 8: Media and Advertising 1. a) Celebrity endorsement  2. b) Make an official announcement Section 9: The Natural World 1. b) Habitat 2. d) Ecosystem 3. c) Endangered species 4. a) Biodiversity C1 Vocabulary in Use Quiz: English Vocabulary in Use (C1 Advanced) Section 1: Brick Walls and Glass Ceilings Task 1: Complete the sentences with the correct idiom: 1. The company’s policies created a ___, making it hard for women to advance to higher positions. (a) brick wall (b) glass ceiling (c) stone fortress 2. His arguments hit a ___ during the meeting; no one agreed with his proposal. (a) glass wall (b) brick wall (c) iron curtain Section 2: Our Endangered World Task 2: Match the term to its definition: 1. ___ Biodiversity 2. ___ Carbon footprint 3. ___ Sustainable development 4. ___ Renewable energy a) Energy derived from natural, infinite sources like wind or solar b) Variety of plant and animal life in a particular habitat c) Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising future generations d) The amount of carbon dioxide emissions an individual or group is responsible for Section 3: Festivals in Their Cultural Context Task 3: Fill in the blanks with the correct word: 1. During ___ festivals, people remember their ancestors and honor the deceased. (e.g., Día de los Muertos) 2. A ___ festival often marks the end of winter and the coming of spring. Section 4: History - Since the Dawn of Civilization Task 4: True or False: 1. The term Renaissance refers to a period of cultural rebirth in Europe from the 14th to 17th century. 2. Feudalism was a system of land ownership and duties in modern democratic societies. Section 5: British Politics Task 5: Multiple-choice: 1. What is the House of Lords primarily responsible for? a) Creating new laws b) Reviewing and amending laws c) Electing the Prime Minister 2. In British politics, the Chancellor of the Exchequer is responsible for: a) Foreign affairs b) The economy and finance c) Public health Section 6: The Media - Internet and Email Task 6: Choose the best synonym for the underlined word in each sentence: 1. The new website design is user-friendly. a) complex b) easy to navigate c) outdated 2. He sent an encrypted email for security purposes. a) coded b) forwarded c) deleted Section 7: Illness - Feeling Under the Weather Task 7: Match the symptom to the condition: 1. Fever and chills → ___ 2. Sore throat and headache → ___ 3. Persistent cough → ___ a) Flu b) Common cold c) Bronchitis Section 8: Technology and Its Impact Task 8: Fill in the blanks with the correct words: 1. The rise of ___ intelligence has transformed the way industries operate. 2. Some argue that excessive screen time can lead to ___ strain. Answer Key and Explanations Section 1: Brick Walls and Glass Ceilings 1. (b) glass ceiling 2. (b) brick wall Explanation: A "glass ceiling" refers to invisible barriers limiting advancement, while a "brick wall" symbolizes a situation where progress is blocked. Section 2: Our Endangered World 1. b) Biodiversity 2. d) Carbon footprint 3. c) Sustainable development 4. a) Renewable energy Explanation: These terms are crucial in discussions about conservation and sustainability. Section 3: Festivals in Their Cultural Context  1. ancestral 2. spring Explanation: Festivals often have themes tied to cultural or seasonal significance. Section 4: History - Since the Dawn of Civilization 1. True 2. False Explanation: Feudalism was a medieval system, not part of modern democracies. Section 5: British Politics 1. b) Reviewing and amending laws 2. b) The economy and finance Explanation: The House of Lords acts as a revising chamber, and the Chancellor oversees the treasury. Section 6: The Media - Internet and Email 1. b) easy to navigate 2. a) coded Explanation: "User-friendly" means accessible, and "encrypted" refers to secured messages. Section 7: Illness - Feeling Under the Weather 1. a) Flu 2. b) Common cold 3. c) Bronchitis Explanation: Symptoms align with these common medical conditions. Section 8: Technology and Its Impact 1. artificial 2. eye Explanation: Artificial intelligence (AI) and digital habits are central topics in modern technology discussions. C1 Grammar in Use Section 1: Agreement Between Subject and Verb Task 1: Multiple Choice Choose the correct verb to complete the sentence: 1. A group of students ___ organizing the event. a) is b) are 2. Either the manager or the assistants ___ responsible for updating the records. a) is b) are 3. None of the information ___ relevant to the case. a) is b) are 4. The team ___ playing their final match tomorrow. a) is b) are Section 2: Compound Nouns and Phrases Task 2: Fill in the Blank Complete the sentences with the correct compound noun or phrase: 1. The ___ party for the bride was held last night. (Options: bachelor, bachelorette, evening) 2. We used a ___ to check the weight of our luggage. (Options: bathroom scale, kitchen scale, weighing scale) 3. The ___ lane on the motorway is reserved for vehicles with multiple passengers. (Options: express, carpool, restricted) Section 3: Relative Pronouns Task 3: Choose the Correct Relative Pronoun 1. The woman ___ car was stolen has reported the incident to the police. a) whose b) which c) who 2. The conference is in the building ___ you gave your presentation last year. a) where b) when c) which  3. This is the reason ___ she decided to quit her job. a) when b) why c) where Section 4: Other Relative Words Task 4: Match the Sentence Parts Match the clauses with the correct relative word: 1. The rule ___ applies here is complicated. 2. The day ___ we met was unforgettable. 3. The method ___ we analyzed the data was effective. a) whereby b) when c) that Section 5: Prepositions in Relative Clauses Task 5: Rewrite Sentences Rewrite the sentences to place the preposition correctly in relative clauses: 1. This is the topic which I am interested in. 2. He is the colleague with whom I worked on the project. 3. The book is one that I borrowed it from the library. Answer Key and Explanations Section 1: Agreement Between Subject and Verb 1. a) is 2. b) are 3. a) is 4. b) are Explanation: Verbs agree with the subject in number. Singular collective nouns like "team" can take singular or plural verbs based on context (British English often uses plural). Section 2: Compound Nouns and Phrases  1. bachelorette 2. weighing scale 3. carpool Explanation: Compound nouns often describe a single concept and are formed by combining two words. Section 3: Relative Pronouns 1. a) whose 2. a) where 3. b) why Explanation: Relative pronouns connect clauses and provide additional information. Section 4: Other Relative Words 1. c) that 2. b) when 3. a) whereby Explanation: Words like "whereby" specify means or methods, while "when" refers to time and "that" to defining clauses. Section 5: Prepositions in Relative Clauses 1. This is the topic in which I am interested. 2. He is the colleague I worked with on the project. 3. The book is one I borrowed from the library. Explanation: Prepositions in formal English are often placed before the relative pronoun, but in informal usage, they follow the verb. C1 Collocations in Use Quiz: English Collocations in Use (C1 Advanced) Section 1: What is a Collocation? Task 1: Identify the collocation Which of the following phrases is a collocation?  1. a) fast train b) quick train c) speedy train 2. a) heavy rain b) hard rain c) strong rain Section 2: Strong, Fixed, and Weak Collocations Task 2: Choose the correct word to complete the fixed collocation: 1. She has a ___ command of Spanish after studying abroad. a) strong b) firm c) powerful 2. The movie was ___ successful, breaking all box office records. a) deeply b) wildly c) strongly Section 3: Grammatical Categories of Collocations Task 3: Match the collocation to its type: 1. ___ a severe headache 2. ___ fully aware 3. ___ take a risk a) adjective + noun b) adverb + adjective c) verb + noun Section 4: Finding and Working on Collocations in Texts Task 4: Fill in the blank with the correct collocation: 1. The journalist ___ light on the corruption in the industry. 2. The team ___ a major breakthrough in their research. Section 5: Register Task 5: Identify the formal collocation: 1. Informal: "Let’s grab a bite to eat." Formal: ___ a) Let’s consume some food. b) Let’s have some sustenance. c) Let’s have a meal. 2. Informal: "She spilled the beans about the surprise party." Formal: ___ a) She revealed the information. b) She gave the secret away. c) She dropped the secret. Section 6: Metaphor Task 6: Complete the sentences with the correct metaphorical collocation: 1. The company is struggling and may soon ___ trouble. a) walk into b) run into c) dive into 2. After the argument, he felt like a ___ had been lifted off his shoulders. a) heavy load b) heavy weight c) heavy burden Section 7: Intensifying and Softening Adverbs Task 7: Choose the correct adverb for the collocation: 1. She found his remarks ___ offensive. a) highly b) wildly c) extremely 2. The house was ___ clean after the professional cleaners finished. a) spotlessly b) perfectly c) entirely Section 8: Make and Verbs That Mean Make Task 8: Fill in the blank with the correct verb or collocation: 1. The government promised to ___ a profit from the new policies.  2. She ___ a habit of exercising every morning. Section 9: Communicating Task 9: Match the phrases to their meanings: 1. ___ generally speaking 2. ___ get a message across 3. ___ talk business a) communicate an idea clearly b) discuss professional matters c) in most cases, broadly Answer Key and Explanations Section 1: What is a Collocation? 1. a) fast train 2. a) heavy rain Explanation: "Fast train" and "heavy rain" are natural collocations; the other options are incorrect. Section 2: Strong, Fixed, and Weak Collocations 1. a) strong 2. b) wildly Explanation: "Strong command" and "wildly successful" are fixed collocations. Section 3: Grammatical Categories of Collocations 1. a) adjective + noun 2. b) adverb + adjective 3. c) verb + noun Explanation: Each collocation combines specific grammatical elements. Section 4: Finding and Working on Collocations in Texts  1. shed light 2. made Explanation: "Shed light on" means to clarify, and "made a breakthrough" is a common collocation. Section 5: Register 1. c) Let’s have a meal. 2. a) She revealed the information. Explanation: Formal language avoids idiomatic expressions like "grab a bite" or "spill the beans." Section 6: Metaphor 1. b) run into 2. c) heavy burden Explanation: "Run into trouble" and "heavy burden" are standard metaphorical phrases. Section 7: Intensifying and Softening Adverbs 1. a) highly 2. a) spotlessly Explanation: These are the correct collocations with intensifying adverbs. Section 8: Make and Verbs That Mean Make 1. turn 2. made Explanation: "Turn a profit" and "make a habit" are collocations involving "make" and synonyms. Section 9: Communicating 1. c) in most cases, broadly 2. a) communicate an idea clearly 3. b) discuss professional matters Explanation: These phrases are commonly used in the context of communication. 10th grade C1 Idioms in Use Section 1: Parts of the Body Task 1: Complete the Idiom Fill in the blanks with the correct body part: 1. He didn’t bat an ___ when they announced the budget cuts. (Options: eye, arm, leg) 2. She’s been working tirelessly; her ___ are tied. (Options: arms, hands, feet) 3. They’re always sticking their ___ into other people’s business. (Options: nose, ear, neck) Section 2: Games and Sport Task 2: Multiple Choice Choose the correct idiom to complete the sentence: 1. Our project is behind schedule; we’re really ___. a) moving the goalposts b) skating on thin ice c) on the back foot 2. She’s such a strong negotiator, she has us ___. a) throwing in the towel b) in the ballpark c) on the ropes 3. We need to act fast; this is a ___. a) level playing field b) game changer c) shot in the dark Section 3: Ancient Myths and History Task 3: Matching Match the idiom to its meaning: Idiom Meaning 1. Open Pandora’s a) A hidden weakness box 2. Achilles’ heel b) Unleash trouble or complications 3. A Herculean task c) An extremely difficult task Section 4: Shakespeare Task 4: Identify the Play Match the idiom to the Shakespeare play: Idiom Play 1. All’s well that ends well a) Hamlet 2. Neither rhyme nor b) Othello reason 3. To thine own self be true c) All’s Well That Ends Well Section 5: Literature Task 5: True or False Indicate whether the following statements are true or false: 1. "Don’t judge a book by its cover" implies avoiding judging appearances. 2. "A page-turner" refers to a book that is boring. 3. "Bite the dust" is often used to describe a triumphant moment in literature. Section 6: Learning Task 6: Gap Fill Fill in the gaps with the correct words: 1. After weeks of study, she finally had a ___ moment and understood the concept. (Options: eureka, shadow, shining) 2. He’s been burning the midnight ___ to finish his dissertation. (Options: oil, candle, wick) 3. Learning idioms is not everyone’s cup of ___. (Options: coffee, tea, juice) Section 7: Science and Technology Task 7: Matching Match the idiom to its explanation: Idiom Explanation 1. A well-oiled machine a) Innovating beyond usual boundaries  2. Push the envelope b) Something that works smoothly 3. A quantum leap c) A major breakthrough or advance Section 8: Films, Plays, and Books Task 8: Sentence Rewrite Rewrite the sentence using the idiom: 1. The movie was so captivating that I couldn’t look away. (Hint: “glued to the screen”) 2. That plot twist was unexpected and completely surprising. (Hint: “out of the blue”) Section 9: Relationships - Friends and Family Task 9: Multiple Choice Choose the idiom that best fits: 1. They get along well because they are ___. a) thick as thieves b) a chip off the old block c) walking on eggshells 2. Despite the argument, they decided to ___. a) sweep it under the carpet b) go behind their back c) build bridges Section 10: Crime and Punishment Task 10: Complete the Idiom 1. The lawyer played ___’s advocate during the debate. (Options: devil, judge, villain) 2. The culprit was caught red-___. (Options: handed, faced, eyed) Section 11: Work Task 11: True or False  1. "To climb the corporate ladder" means advancing in your career. 2. "Burnout" describes a state of high motivation and energy at work. Section 12: Business News Task 12: Gap Fill Fill in the blanks: 1. The startup is operating in the ___. (Options: red, green, black) 2. We need to __ the market to identify potential buyers. (Options: corner, tap, overtake) Answer Key and Explanations Section 1 1. eye 2. hands 3. nose Section 2 1. c) on the back foot 2. c) on the ropes 3. b) game changer Section 3 1. b) Unleash trouble 2. a) A hidden weakness 3. c) An extremely difficult task Section 4 1. c) All’s Well That Ends Well 2. b) Othello 3. a) Hamlet Section 5 1. True 2. False 3. False Section 6  1. eureka 2. oil 3. tea Section 7 1. b) Smoothly functioning system 2. a) Innovating 3. c) Major breakthrough Section 8 1. I was glued to the screen. 2. The twist came out of the blue. Section 9 1. a) thick as thieves 2. c) build bridges Section 10 1. devil 2. handed Section 11 1. True 2. False Section 12 1. black 2. tap C2 Grammar & Vocabulary Booster Unit 5: Reported Speech, Education & Learning Task 1: Rewrite the Sentences Rewrite the sentences in reported speech: 1. "I’ve never seen such a fascinating lecture before," said Lisa. 2. "You must complete this assignment by Friday," the teacher instructed. 3. "What are the main advantages of studying abroad?" he asked. Task 2: Fill in the Gaps (Education Vocabulary) Complete the sentences with the correct word: 1. She decided to ___ a degree in astrophysics. (Options: enroll, pursue, educate) 2. The school introduced a new ___ for continuous assessment. (Options: curriculum, lecture, seminar) 3. Many students find it hard to ___ the workload during exam season. (Options: cope with, manage, adapt) Task 3: Word Formation Complete the sentences by forming the correct word from the root in brackets: 1. The ___ (ENROLL) process for university courses starts in May. 2. This course is ideal for ___ (ADVANCE) learners looking to refine their skills. 3. She was awarded a scholarship for her ___ (EXCEPTION) academic performance. Unit 6: Adjectives, Adverbs, Comparisons, Money & Finance Task 4: Comparisons Choose the correct form of the adjective or adverb: 1. The new laptop is ___ (far) cheaper than the previous model. (Options: much, far, very) 2. She worked ___ (hard) than anyone else on the project. (Options: more hard, harder, hardest) 3. This proposal is ___ (good) than the one we discussed last week. (Options: better, best, more good) Task 5: Money & Finance (Vocabulary) Match the words to their definitions: Word Definition 1. Expenditure a) Money earned from a job or business 2. Mortgage b) A loan for purchasing property 3. Interest c) The cost of borrowing money Task 6: Multiple-Choice Sentences Select the correct answer: 1. The company plans to ___ the loss by cutting unnecessary expenses. a) offset b) accumulate c) allocate 2. She made a ___ investment that paid off significantly in a few years. a) speculative b) affluent c) feasible 3. Many families find it challenging to make ___ meet due to rising living costs. a) ends b) budgets c) goals Key Word Transformations (Units 5 & 6) Task 7: Transform the Sentences Transform the sentences using the word in brackets. Do not change the word given: 1. He will only invest if the project seems feasible. (LONG) → He will only invest ___. 2. “Don’t forget to review the materials before the test,” she reminded us. (REMINDED) → She ___. 3. The committee was impressed by his outstanding performance. (MADE) → His outstanding performance ___. Multiple-Choice Text (Units 5 & 6) Task 8: Read the text and choose the correct answer Complete the gaps in the text: "Many students find it challenging to ___ (1) [a. adapt / b. pursue / c. cope] with the pressures of modern education. With rising tuition fees and increasing ___ (2) [a. expenditures / b. workloads / c. syllabuses], it is no surprise that stress levels are higher than ever. However, innovative methods of ___ (3) [a. imparting / b. accessing / c. disseminating] education, such as online courses, are becoming increasingly popular." Answer Key and Explanations Unit 5: Reported Speech, Education & Learning Task 1: 1. Lisa said that she had never seen such a fascinating lecture before. 2. The teacher instructed us to complete the assignment by Friday. 3. He asked what the main advantages of studying abroad were. Task 2: 1. pursue 2. curriculum 3. cope with Task 3: 1. enrollment 2. advanced 3. exceptional Unit 6: Adjectives, Adverbs, Comparisons, Money & Finance Task 4: 1. far 2. harder 3. better Task 5: 1. Expenditure → The amount of money spent. 2. Mortgage → Loan for property purchase. 3. Interest → Cost of borrowing money. Task 6: 1. a) offset 2. a) speculative 3. a) ends Key Word Transformations 1. He will only invest as long as the project seems feasible. 2. She reminded us to review the materials before the test. 3. His outstanding performance made an impression on the committee. Multiple-Choice Text 1. c) cope 2. b) workloads 3. b) accessing