Pre-intermediate Mid-course test (Units 1–6)

Grammar

4 Correct the mistake in each sentence.

1 How many much does this coat cost?

2 What time did he getting the train tomorrow?

3 She seemed enjoying the meal.

4 They are meet us at the cinema at 7p.m.

5 He must stop to risk his health in that stressful job.

6 Were he collect stamps when he was at school?

7 I am wanting to go to sleep now. I’m so tired.

8 She has lived in Chile from she was a child.

9 I haven’t to work late today so I’m going out.

10 Kate watches the news at the moment.

11 We hardly go ever on holiday these days.

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5 Complete the sentences using the words in

CAPITALS.
1 My parents were eating when I arrived.

LUNCH

My parents were having lunch when I arrived .

2 She hates making decisions.

STAND

She .

3 We haven’t eaten out since July.

WEEKS

We .

4 Matt’s going to phone me later.

PROMISE

Matt .
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5 I quite like working under pressure.

MIND

I don’t .

6 You can’t make mistakes in the exam.

MUST

You .

6 Make questions using the prompts.

1 you / go / to the library / yesterday?

Did you go to the library yesterday?

2 Where / they / get / know / each other?

3 When / you / last / go / to the beach?

4 Why / you / study / English / at the moment?

5 we / meet / Victoria and Tim / at 8p.m. tonight?

6 Who / win / the match / last weekend?

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Vocabulary 8

7 Match verbs 1–8 with phrases a)–h).

9 Complete the sentences with the correct form
1 go d a) a uniform of the word in CAPITALS.

2 risk b) well with someone 1 He’s always late. He isn’t a very good employee .

3 wear c) in love EMPLOY

4 chat d) for a walk 2 It’s never too late to learn how to play a
instrument.
5 check e) your life
MUSIC
6 fall f) a joke
3 Your daughter gave a very good in
7 get on g) to other people the school play.

8 tell h) train times PERFORM

4 He wants a personal because he

doesn’t have time to go to the gym.
7
TRAIN
8 Complete the sentences with the correct form
5 You’re so keen on computers, you should be an IT
of the verbs in the box.
.
ask break do eat out feel have
make meet visit watch CONSULT

6 I always wanted to be a when I grew

1 We often eat out with friends at the weekend. up.

2 They first on a train to London. SCIENCE

3 Lisa her leg when she went skiing.

4 He has taken antibiotics for nearly a week and 5

much better now.

5I a sore throat since the weekend.

6 Alan doesn’t seem to like people for

directions when he’s lost.

7 you ever the Maldives? I hear

it’s a beautiful place to go to.

8 Sorry, but I need a phone call.

9 How often you business with

American companies?

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Function A: What? I thought you two were 4 so

well.
10 Match 1–6 with a)–f).
1 Where exactly do you come from? c B: We were. But then we 5 arguing a
few 6 .
2 Could I speak to Mrs Chang, please?
A: About what?
3 Why don’t we go and see the Damian
Hirst exhibition? B: I don’t know – little things really. And my rugby.
She 7 it.
4 I’m having problems sleeping at
the moment. A: How often do you play?

5 So it’s straight on and second right? B: Every Saturday – and we train three nights a
week.
6 How long have you had a sore back?
A: Ah, now I understand! She 8 that
rugby’s more important to you than she is.

a) No, straight on and second left. B: I suppose so.

b) No, thanks. I can’t stand modern art! A: Do you want to get 9 ?

c) Coro. It’s on the north coast of Venezuela. B: Yes! I really miss her. What should I do?

d) Who’s calling? A: You should talk 10 . Tell her that

rugby is very important to you – but that she’s
e) Since I played tennis last week. more important.

f) I think you should drink less coffee and cola. B: You’re right, Liz. Thanks.

A: You’re 11 , Nic. Good luck!

10
11 Complete the conversation with the words in
the box.
back together can’t stand days ago
don’t look getting on known you
seeing her started thinks
to her welcome

A: Hi, Nic. You 1 don't look very happy. What’s

wrong?

B: Oh, hi, Liz. Nothing.

A: Come on, Nic. I’ve 2 since we were

six. I can see there’s something wrong.

B: Yeah, well … it’s Jo. I’m not 3

anymore.

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Reading c) Too much of it risks damaging your skin.

12 Complete the article with sentences a)–f). d) It’s especially important in hot weather.

e) Avoid junk food and cut down on anything which

contains caffeine, salt or sugar.
How to look after yourself.
f) Try learning how to play a musical instrument!
Exercise regularly.

Exercise is essential for good health. It gives you

energy and helps your body work better. It also 10
helps you feel happier because of the chemicals
created when you exercise. 1 b

Eat healthily.

A healthy diet makes your body stronger and will

give you more energy. You will be healthier if you
eat a variety of food which is good for you, such as
fruits and vegetables. 2

Be careful in the sun.

Enjoy the sun safely and take care of your skin.

Wear clothing that covers you, use a good sun
cream and don’t stay out in the sun too long. 3

Keep your brain active.

Exercise your mind by reading more and doing

crosswords or Sudoku puzzles. Keep your brain
active and try to learn to do something new or be
creative. 4

Build good relationships.

It’s important to have friends you can talk to and

have a laugh with. Make time to be social and go
out and have fun. 5

Drink lots of water.

Your body has to have at least two litres of water a

day. Drinking more water will help you feel
healthier and more active. 6

a) Spend time with people who are interested in you

and who make you feel happy.

b) It will also help you sleep better because your

body will feel more tired after working out.
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13 Read the poster and the message. Then

complete the notes.

Hexagon Theatre, Reading

James Bailey 14–15 October, 8p.m.

Book early. Call 010777 390390

Admission: £22 and £28

Hi Adam and Jo,

Just off to the airport to catch the flight to Rome. I’ll

be back on the 12th. Can you do me a favour? I
forgot to buy tickets for the comedy show yesterday
– I had so much to do. Please get two tickets for the
14th – the more expensive ones. I hope you’ll also
come with me! James Bailey is so funny – you’ll
love him! The phone number is on the fridge in the
kitchen. I’ll pay you when I get back – promise!

Chris xxx

Name of theatre: 1 Hexagon

Type of show: 2

Time: 3

Number of tickets: 4

Price of each ticket: 5

Date wanted: 6 June

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Writing
14 Underline the correct alternative.
I want to be healthy 1 so/because I do regular
exercise. I’m 2 also/extremely very careful about
what I eat 3 but/so I don’t eat junk food 4 and/or fatty
food. 5 Unfortunately/Finally, I do sometimes drink
wine 6 because/but I never drink fizzy drinks. I try to
eat oily fish twice a week 7 but/and I eat vegetables
every day.

15 Write a competition entry about your most

memorable holiday. Use the questions below
to help you. Write 75–100 words.
When?

Where?

Who with?

Why was it memorable?

10
I’ll never forget
Total: 100

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