NAME: ______________________________
Test Unit 9
Pre CAE 2025
VOCABULARY
DESCRIBING ADVENTURE
1. Complete the sentences with the correct word from the list. There are 2 extra words.
– exquisite – colourless – gruelling – idyllic – tropical – arid – intrepid – swirling –
1. The explorers set off across the __________ desert, where the scorching sun and
dry winds made every step a challenge.
2. As they climbed higher, the wind grew stronger, sending __________ clouds of snow
and dust around them.
3. After a __________ eight-hour trek through dense jungle, they finally reached the
hidden temple.
4. The group discovered an __________ valley untouched by modern civilization,
where a crystal-clear river flowed through lush greenery.
5. Only the most __________ adventurers dared to cross the unstable rope bridge
swaying above the canyon.
6. After days of surviving on basic rations, the team was treated to an __________
meal prepared by a local tribe, a true feast for their tired bodies.
2. Match each verb in Column A with the correct particle in Column B to form a phrasal
verb.
A: Main Verb B: Particle
1. kick a) out
2. ring b) into
3. run c) off
4. set d) through
5. set e) in
6. turn f) up
7. win g) on
Complete the sentences with the correct phrasal verb from the phrasal verbs you
matched:
1. The team woke up before dawn, eager to ____________ on their journey
through the dense jungle.
2. Just as they reached the top of the mountain, a sudden storm forced them to
change course, proving that things don’t always ____________ as planned.
3. As they navigated the narrow canyon, they didn’t expect to __________ a
group of fellow travelers who had lost their way.
4. They had barely __________ from camp when the first signs of a coming
storm appeared on the horizon.
5. The explorers pushed forward despite exhaustion, knowing that their
determination would help them __________ in the end.
6. As soon as they crossed the finish line of their grueling trek, cheers
__________ across the valley.
7. When the effects of fatigue __________, they took a short break to regain
their strength before continuing.
ANGER
1. Match the halves and complete the sentences. They verbs must be in the correct
tense.
● My little brother ________________at the mall because my parents wouldn’t buy him
ice cream. Everyone was staring at us!
● Can you please stop humming that song? It ________________and I can’t
concentrate!
● When the referee made a bad call, the coach ________________and started
shouting at him furiously.
● After a long day at work, I usually go for a run to ________________. It really helps
me relax.
● If he finds out we lost the documents, he’ll ________________! You know how he
reacts under pressure.
GRAMMAR
1- Rewrite the following sentences using cleft (It…) and pseudo-cleft (What…, All…)
structures to emphasize the underlined elements. The beginning of the sentence is
provided to you.
1. The guide helped us find a hidden cave.
It____________________________________________________________
2. They discovered the treasure in an abandoned temple.
It____________________________________________________________
3. The extreme weather made their journey even more dangerous.
What____________________________________________________________
4. She was looking for adventure when she decided to travel alone.
It____________________________________________________________
5. The most exciting part of the expedition was climbing the highest peak.
What____________________________________________________________
6. I met the explorer in a remote village.
It____________________________________________________________
7. Their bravery impressed the whole team.
What____________________________________________________________
8. They took a dangerous route through the mountains.
It____________________________________________________________
9. I don’t know what that noise is. The only thing I did was switch it on, that’s all!
I don’t know what that noise is.
All____________________________________________________________
10.The adventurers camped near the river because they wanted to stay close to a
water source.
It____________________________________________________________
WORD FORMATION
1. PROCEED
a) The doctor explained the medical __________ before starting the surgery.
b) Legal __________ were initiated against the company for breaking the law.
2. CONSUME
a) The company offers discounts to regular __________ of its products.
b) The government is trying to reduce the __________ of plastic in daily life.
3. ECONOMY
a) This car is more __________ than my previous one because it uses less fuel.
b) The country is facing a major __________ crisis due to inflation and unemployment.
4. DISTINCT
a) She dresses __________, always wearing bright colors and unique accessories.
b) I __________ heard someone call my name, but no one was there.
5. PARTICIPATE
a) Each __________ in the competition must follow the rules carefully.
b) Your __________ in the project is highly appreciated.
6. VARIETY
a) The restaurant offers a wide __________ of dishes from different cuisines.
b) There are many __________ that can affect the outcome of the experiment, such as
temperature and humidity.
7. ANALYSE
a) The scientist conducted several __________ to understand the chemical reaction.
b) She works as a financial __________ at an investment firm.
8. CREATE
a) His __________ is evident in his artwork and music compositions.
b) The __________ of the new park has improved the quality of life in the city.
9. CONTINUE
a) He __________ interrupts me when I’m trying to concentrate.
b) The machine has been running __________ for 24 hours without stopping.
10. SPECIFIC
a) The engineer checked the product’s __________ to ensure it met the requirements.
b) The contract includes the __________ of the agreement, such as deadlines and costs.
Reading and Use of English
Part 6 Cross-text multiple matching
You are going to read four blogs in which the writers are talking about the effects a tourist
complex has had on the local people’s lives. For questions 1–4 choose from the blogs
(A–D). The blogs may be chosen more than once.
Hillside Tourist Resort Blog
A
The development is far from a major eyesore, and could even be said to complement the backdrop of rolling hills and
pines. Certainly a vast improvement on the timber factory and garbage incinerator it replaced! However, there will always
be those who hark on about spoiling natural beauty. Evidently they are unable to come to grips with the fact that the locals
no longer wish to live in a sleepy backwater. That said, there is an urgent need for the authorities to establish a set of
guidelines for dealing with the more unruly types. Tougher penalties should be implemented. This would send out a clear
message about what the locals are unwilling to accept. Slapping hefty fines on their heads would put a stop to the
disruption caused by a small minority.
B
The odd incident has been reported, but on the whole the general profile of guests has proved to be pleasantly surprising.
In fact some have even been referred to as ‘culture vultures’. This is something which can really be cashed in on, but first
funds must be invested in training up local guides, improving their language skills and making sure they can give adequate
explanations of the local rituals and monuments. With regard to the aesthetics, there have been no major gripes. Having
said that, the issue of the sewage system still needs to be addressed. During the peak season the coves become distinctly
murky. This is where the complex must delve into its pockets and inject more back into the community. In the long run they
will lose out if they fail to do so, their main selling point being the diving centre. A gesture also needs to be made with
respect to supplies. There are more than enough crops on the island to meet the demand and trade of this sort would go a
long way towards nurturing relations.
C
The overall effect is not entirely to my liking, but I have seen far worse. Being tucked away in the hillside means it is not
overly obtrusive. Corners were certainly not cut when it came to the finishing touches, the surroundings are positively lush
and the cascades add to the atmosphere. That said, it is still somewhat gaudy. With regards to the clientele, I am more
than willing to turn a blind eye to the occasional cultural faux pas, but what I simply cannot put up with is the incessant din
from dusk to dawn, not to mention the damage done to the urban furniture. There are far too many loopholes in the system
as it stands, consequently most of the troublemakers simply slip through the net and live it up at the expense of the locals’
shut eyes. I understand that luring them down to the clubs at the port stimulates the economy, but this needs to be
weighed up against the costs.
D
On first reading about the complex in the newspapers, many residents had visions of a complete monstrosity. However, the
manner in which it blends in is quite remarkable and the carvings on the façade are definitely noteworthy. What I, along
with many others, do take a dim view of though is the constant stream of vans thundering up from the docks and then
along the lanes. There is no excuse when everything needed is right here on the doorstep. Waste disposal needs to be
dealt with too. A good few mutterings have been heard about the nasty odours wafting up from under the boardwalk. With
regard to the visitors themselves, they are a fairly nondescript bunch. As long as they have sun and sand they tend to
maintain a low profile.
Which writer
has a different opinion from the other writers regarding the architecture?
takes a similar view to writer C regarding the problem of bad behaviour?
expresses a different view to writer D about comments on environmental effects?
shares writer D’s opinion on the sale of local produce?
