Prepare 7. Semester Test

Listen and decide if the sentences are True or False.

Historians believe the Greeks didn’t play football, they preferred horse riding.       [True, False]

Football became popular in England in the 1700s.       [True, False]

Today over 250 million people play football.       [True, False]

Listen again and choose the correct option

It is believed that the Chinese kicked balls made of ____ into a small net.         [paper, leather, wool]

It is also thought that the ancient ____ and Greeks played football.             [Egyptians, Turks, Romans]

The game became popular in England as ______played it.                      [university students, farmers, factor]

In ____ the game of football accepted a new rule.       [1863, 1883, 1963]

FIFA, the famous football association, was created in _____       [1904, 1914, 1924] .

The first world cup took place in_______ in 1930.           [Italy, Argentina, Uruguay]

Today people in over ______ countries around the world play football.       [100, 250, 200]

Football is __________sport on TV.                          [the most watched, the second most watched, c the third most watched]

Read the text and decide if the sentences are true or false.

Christmas

Christmas is a holiday celebrated on December 25th by people all over the world. It is a special time to remember the birth of Jesus Christ and to enjoy traditions with family and friends. During this season, cities and towns are decorated with sparkling lights, Christmas trees, and festive ornaments.

One of the most famous symbols of Christmas is Santa Claus, also known as Saint Nicholas. He is believed to bring gifts to children who have been good throughout the year. Santa travels in a sleigh pulled by magical reindeer and delivers presents by coming down the chimney. Children often write letters to Santa, telling him what they would like for Christmas.

Another fun tradition is decorating a Christmas tree. Families hang colorful ornaments, tinsel, and a star or angel on top of the tree. Some people also enjoy making gingerbread houses or baking cookies to share with loved ones.

Christmas is not just about gifts and decorations. It is also a time for kindness and generosity. Many people donate to charities or help those in need. Families often gather to share a big meal, sing Christmas carols, and exchange gifts.

For Christians, Christmas is an important religious celebration. People attend church services to hear the story of Jesus’ birth in Bethlehem. They sing hymns, light candles, and pray.

No matter where or how it is celebrated, Christmas is a time to spread love, joy, and hope.

-Christmas is celebrated on December 25th.       [True, False]

-The holiday remembers the birth of Jesus Christ.       [True, False]

-Cities and towns are decorated with lights and Christmas trees during the season.       [True, False]

-Santa Claus delivers presents using a sleigh pulled by horses.       [True, False]

Children write letters to Santa to tell him what they would like for Christmas.       [True, False]

Families decorate a Christmas tree with ornaments, tinsel, and a pumpkin on top.       [True, False]

Baking cookies and making gingerbread houses are common Christmas activities.       [True, False]

Christmas is only about exchanging gifts and decorations.       [True, False]

People often donate to charities or help others during Christmas.       [True, False]

Christians celebrate Christmas by attending church services and praying.       [True, False]

Choose the right verb to complete the sentence.