Monthly Test 1 Academic
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VOCABULARY: Lesson A
Read the text. Notice the bold words. Then choose the correct answer for each bold word.
For many people modern life keeps getting busier and busier. Doctors warn that people with very busy
lifestyles are more likely to have negative feelings that may cause diseases and other health issues. A busy
lifestyle does not always lead to stress, however. Some people have a relaxed attitude toward life that can help
reduce its negative effects. Other people have healthy habits – such as regular exercise – that can also help to
reduce stress. And others eat foods that are good for them. A diet that mainly consists of plant-based sources of
nutrition such as vegetables, fruits, and nuts can reduce or even prevent some health problems.
1. The word diseases is closest in meaning to .
a. problems
b. signs
c. causes
d. illnesses
2. The word stress is closest in meaning to .
a. action
b. energy
c. failure
d. worry
3. The word attitude has a similar meaning to .
a. way of thinking about something
b. way of communicating successfully
c. method of achieving a specific goal
d. way of learning something
4. The word habits means .
a. things you like to do for fun
b. things you do regularly
c. things you do sometimes
d. things you never do
5. The word diet means .
a. exercises you do
b. typical foods you eat
c. hobbies
d. things you do regularly
6. The phrase consists of could be replaced by .
a. allows
b. continues
c. includes
d. keeps
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7. The word prevent is closest in meaning to .
a. start
b. cause
c. stop
d. help
Write the correct word from the box to complete each sentence.
attach defend research respond theory
8. For his new project Angelo did a lot of on the Internet.
9. During the seminar, Professor Mendes discussed her about ending allergies caused by cats.
10. Bryan forgot to his assignment to the email he sent his professor. He noticed and wrote
another email, but this time, he included the assignment.
11. Did Professor Smith to your question?
12. They say, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” This must mean that apples you against
common illnesses.
LISTENING SKILL: Listening for Main Ideas
Listen to the beginning of a talk (Tracks 1-3). Then choose the correct answer.
13. Listen to Track 1.
What is Doctor Lucy Cheng going to talk about?
a. A theory about the possible effects of living a certain way
b. Common ideas that many people have about working with patients
c. Health issues caused by bad habits
d. Reasons why scientists feel public health is generally getting worse
14. Listen to Track 2.
What is Markus Andersen going to talk about?
a. A theory about the possible effects of living a certain kind of life
b. Health issues caused by something that many people do each day
c. Reasons why scientists feel public health is generally getting worse
d. The things that people with a certain job do as part of their work
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15. Listen to Track 3.
What is Melissa McTavish going to talk about?
a. Common ideas that many people have about working with patients
b. Health issues caused by something that many people do each day
c. Reasons why scientists feel public health is generally getting worse
d. The things that people with a certain job do as part of their work
LISTENING FOR MAIN IDEAS
Listen to the first part of a conversation (Track 4). Then choose the correct answer for each question.
16. What do the speakers mainly discuss?
a. Health problems caused by working too hard
b. Advice from doctors about avoiding allergies
c. The difficulty of knowing how to stay healthy
d. Several interesting documentaries about health
17. What point do the speakers make about food?
a. Few people trust companies that sell food
b. A majority of common foods are unhealthy
c. The advice about what to eat changes often
d. Certain foods are bad for us if eaten at night
LISTENING FOR DETAILS
Listen to the second part of a conversation (Track 5). Complete each sentence with a word or phrase from
the conversation. Write no more than two words.
18. According to the advice, people should eat food that grows, not food that is made in a .
19. He also says we should avoid food with a ingredients or food that has been advertised.
20. Oliver thinks that the advice is pretty good, and that we shouldn’t eat too much, but says he isn’t sure he can stop
eating .
21. Seth tells Oliver that you don’t have to give up eating completely, and that Pollan says to eat
“mostly plants.”
22. In addition to feeling healthy and losing weight, Seth says he’s on groceries.
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Read the conversation. Choose two possible ways to complete the conversation.
23. Ian: How often do you go to the gym, Jade?
Jade: I usually work out four times a week-- on Mondays, Thursdays, and both weekend days.
Ian: Wow! I wish I had the time to go that often.
Jade: / .
a. Why are you so busy, Ian?
b. What’s the problem with your gym?
c. Do you like to exercise?
d. When are you able to exercise, Ian?
24. Kelly: I’m flying to Chicago to see my brother this weekend.
Leo: That’s nice, Kelly, but didn’t you visit him just a few months ago?
Kelly: That’s right. I go there a couple of times a year: once in spring and again in summer.
Leo /_
a. And how often do you see your sister in St Louis?
b. What kinds of things do you enjoy doing together?
c. Did he really say that to you? That’s hard to believe.
d. That’s a great point. I can see why you feel that way.
25. Mona: Not again! I can’t believe it.
Neill: What’s wrong, Mona?
Mona: It’s my computer. It crashes every few minutes.
Neill: So often? That’s not good. It sounds like it might have a virus.
Mona: /
a. It’s the same thing.
b. How can I fix it?
c. What can I do?
d. Should I see a doctor?
26. Meg: I’d like to start practicing yoga. Do you know of any places that offer classes?
Gemma: Yeah, I take classes at the new yoga studio on Green Street.
Meg: /
a. Do you live on Green Street?
b. Are you sure?
c. How often do you go?
d. What’s it like?
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Writing TASK
27. What are two things you do to stay healthy? Describe the two things. Explain how each thing benefits your health.
Support your response with details and examples.
