HS1 2021 Unit2 p33 act38

Reading 1

Task 1. Read the texts below. Match choices (A–H) to (1–5). There are three choices you do not need to use.

  [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

  [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

  [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

  [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

  [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

Which advertisement is about_____?

A on-road assistance

B car racing

C a literary festival

D information service

E a hiking tour

F a guest house

G a private collection

H a telecom provider

Reading 2

Read the texts below. For question (6–12) choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D).

Tesla and SpaceX founder’s Schedule

Elon Musk rises at about 7 a.m. He usually skips breakfast. (6)   [a, b, c, d] he’s up, Musk launches into a blistering schedule that breaks his time into a series of five-minute slots, 80% of which is spent on (7)   [a, b, c, d] and design.

To keep his work day on track, Musk gives up (8)   [a, b, c, d] phone calls. He usually takes his lunch during a meeting. He ends up getting his calories later in the day. (9)   [a, b, c, d] his busy life, he also carves out enough time to read.

Late bedtime isn’t (10)   [a, b, c, d] surprising for a man who’s busy (11)   [a, b, c, d] to do things like revolutionize the way we drive and send humans (12)   [a, b, c, d]Mars.

Reading 3

Read the text below. Choose from (A-H) the one which best fits each space (1-6). There are two choices you do not need to use.

PROM AND HOMECOMING

"Prom" is the name for a special dance held at the end of the high school academic year. Traditionally the prom is a special night for the junior and senior classes. Younger guests may go to the prom only (1)   [a, b, c, d, e, f, g, h] . Prom is a memorable and important night for most high school students. Some feel that it is the most romantic night of their lives and the highlight of their senior year!

Shopping for the prom dress (2)   [a, b, c, d, e, f, g, h]. Both girls and boys wear formal. Sometimes there is a prom theme and couples dress according to the theme . The prom festivities generally include dinner and a dance. The prom is often held at the school; (3)   [a, b, c, d, e, f, g, h] or - more unusual venues such as a cruise boat to host prom night. A prom king and queen are announced and crowned during the night. Traditionally the prom queen and king are chosen by their fellow students. Campaigns are held in the weeks before the prom and cast votes for (4)   [a, b, c, d, e, f, g, h]. The king and the queen are crowned and dance together to celebrate their election.

Homecoming is another annual academic tradition that happens in high 11 and colleges. Homecoming is largely associated with football. People, towns, high schools and colleges come together, usually in late September or October, (5)   [a, b, c, d, e, f, g, h]. The activities consist of a football game played on the school's football field, activities for students and alumni, (6)   [a, b, c, d, e, f, g, h] , and the coronation of a homecoming queen and king, similar to the prom queen and king.

A to celebrate the romantic event
В however, some schools rent ballrooms
C to welcome back alumni
D can be an event of its own
E a parade featuring the school's marching band
F who they want to be king and queen
G who they invite to the prom
H if their date is a junior or a senior

Listening 1

Task 1.Listen to the text and put the following sentences into the correct order.

a. It’s a shame that in many rich countries, many children don’t want to learn.

b. An education can bring us knowledge and make us rich.

c. It’s sad that in many parts of the world, children want to learn but can’t.

d. Education is one of the most important things in our lives.

e. Education is the key to a better future.

f. In Japan, children start learning from a very young age.

1   [a, b, c, d, e, f]

2   [a, b, c, d, e, f]

3   [a, b, c, d, e, f]

4   [a, b, c, d, e, f]

5   [a, b, c, d, e, f]

6   [a, b, c, d, e, f]

Listening 2

You will hear five conversations. For each question choose A, B or C.

  [a, b, c]

  [a, b, c]

  [a, b, c]

  [a, b, c]

  [a, b, c]

Listening 3

Listen to Pete talking to a friend about his holiday. What was the weather like each day?

WEATHER:

A cloud B cold C fog D rain E snow F sun G warm H wind

6 Tuesday   [a, b, c, d, e, f, g, h]

7 Wednesday   [a, b, c, d, e, f, g, h]

8 Thursday   [a, b, c, d, e, f, g, h]

9 Friday   [a, b, c, d, e, f, g, h]

10 Saturday   [a, b, c, d, e, f, g, h]

Listening 4

Listen to Michael talking to Marina about a new sports centre. For each question, choose A, B or C.

  [a, b, c]

  [a, b, c]

  [a, b, c]

  [a, b, c]

  [a, b, c]

Listening 5

You will hear a conversation about a flat for rent. For each quesion, choose the correct variant.

Flat for rent in : Putney

16 Number of bedrooms   [1, 2, 3]

17 Cost     [240, 420, 440] a month

18 Address: 27         [Earley, Earsley, Earleys] Street

19 When see flat : Tuesday at      [5:30, 6:30, 4:30]

20 Free from : 1st       [March, April, May]

Listening 6

You will hear a tour guide talking about a day trip. For each question, choose the correct variant.

Trip to Chester

Coach leaves : 9:15 a.m.

21 Arrives Chester       [10:45, 11:00, 11:15]

22 Morning visit               [park, castle, souvenir shop]

23 Price of family ticket    [12, 18, 8]

24 Lunch in        [park, castle, cafe]

25 Afternoon visit            [shop, market, restaurant]

Words 1

Translate the words into English, mind the ARTICLES and PARTICLE TO where necessary.

коротко         

дозволяти         

прогульщик         

директор             

семестр       

відставати               

плата за навчання          

ліцей         

Наука        

провалити іспит                

відноситись до            

скарга