Unit 1 Short Test 1C
Grammar
1 Complete the sentences with the words in brackets. Use one verb in the past simple and one verb in
either the past perfect or past continuous.
1 As the clock struck midnight, Sarah suddenly realized that she _______________ (forget) to buy a gift for her friend's
birthday, as she _______________ (shop) all day.
2 _______________ (you / watch) television when the power _______________ (go) out last night?
3 By the time we arrived at the restaurant, most of our friends _______________ (already / order) their meals because
they _______________ (wait) for us for over an hour.
4 While Emily _______________ (study) for her exams, she _______________ (receive) a surprising phone call that
completely distracted her.
5 When Mark finally arrived at the airport, his flight _______________ (already / leave), and he realized he
_______________ (miss) it.
Mark: ___ / 5
2 Choose the correct answers to complete the sentences.
1. Lucy and Johan decided to start a family soon after
A. they’d got married. B. they were getting married.
2. What were you doing
A. when I’d come home? B. when I came home?
3. I was born in Bangkok while
A. my parents were living in Thailand. B. my parents had lived in Thailand.
4. Robbie met his future wife when
A. they were sitting on a train. B. they’d sat on a train.
5. Grandad started painting
A. when he was retiring. B. when he’d retired.
Mark: ___ / 5
Solutions Third Edition Intermediate Tests 1 Unit 1 Short Test 1A
Vocabulary
3. Read the email and choose the correct words.
Hi Michael,
Thanks for your email. You asked me about my recent experiences. It’s my last year at
university, so I’m going to graduate / retire and pursue a career in finance next year. After
that, I’ll probably get my first job / make a career change. I want to be a financial analyst
and work with international clients. But after a few years, I’ll probably move to another country
and emigrate /settle down. My girlfriend and I will probably get engaged / divorced one
day too. Then, of course, we’ll get married / pass away, and I’ll invite you to the wedding!
Anyway, what about you? What are your recent experiences?
Best, Daniel
Mark: ___ / 5
4. Match the quotes with the words in the box. There is one extra word or phrase.
be brought up fall in love inherit some money retire split up start school
1 After working tirelessly for 40 years, Mr. Johnson decided it was time to enjoy a peaceful life without work.
_______________
2 Sarah and John decided to end their relationship and go their separate ways. _______________
3 Amanda was fortunate when her grandmother passed away, and she received a significant amount of cash.
_______________
4 As a child, James was raised by his grandparents in a small village.
_______________
5 Michelle and Alex met during college, and their deep connection quickly turned into a romantic relationship.
_______________
Mark: ___ / 5
Total: ___ / 20
Solutions Third Edition Intermediate Tests 2 Unit 1 Short Test 1A
