Module 2 Test A
Grammar
Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verb
1 “What are you doing this weekend?” “I’m thinking of __________(go) to Barcelona.”
2 How can you afford __________(buy) the tickets?
3 I bought the tickets on the Internet. I can’t imagine __________(go) to a travel agent now.
4 I want to try and avoid __________(travel) on Friday evening when there’s loads of traffic.
5 I can’t stand __________(be) stuck in traffic.
6 I adore __________(go) to the park in the spring.
7 I must insist on __________(pay) for the meal.
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Correct the mistake in each sentence
8 I was trying persuading Jane to come, but she says she can’t.
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9 Do you fancy to come with me?
10 I really object to work weekends.
11 I’d advise you seeing the Sagrada Familia if you go to Barcelona.
12 I’m really looking forward to have a break.
13 As a child I was encouraged study every day after school.
14 I’d recommended go to see the new Woody Allen film.
Complete the sentences with one word
15 What would you __________ to do, go to the cinema or to the theatre?
16 I’d __________ go to the cinema than see a play.
17 It’s nothing __________ as expensive as it looks.
18 That restaurant’s nowhere __________ as nice as it used to be.
19 Don’t you think it’s __________ easier to get the bus than the underground?
20 The more you see of the city, the __________ you’ll like it.
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Complete the second sentences so that they have a similar meaning to the first
21 I thought he would be a little taller.
He’s not __________ as tall as I had imagined him to be.
22 I would prefer to walk than get the bus.
I’d sooner walk __________ get the bus.
23 There really isn’t any difference between them.
They’re __________ the same.
24 I advise you to finish your homework now.
I think you’re better __________ finishing your homework now.
25 Instead of ordering the fish, why don’t you try the salad?
__________ than ordering the fish, why don’t you try the salad?
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Vocabulary
Match the words with their definitions
26 not damaged in character or atmosphere
the heart
27 peaceful
vast
28 energetic and noisy, full of life
unspoilt
29 the centre
bustling
30 extremely large
tranquil
Complete the sentences
31 The shops are all side by __________ along the main street.
32 Most of the buildings in the centre are really old and falling apart. It’s very __________.
33 The bus was jammed with people, absolutely __________.
34 “So is it easy to find?” “No, it’s way off the __________ track in the countryside.”
35 You can see right across the bay from the house. The views are __________.
Choose the correct phrasal verb to complete each sentence
36 To complete the application process, fill in/do up/get through/fit in the form.
37 Why did you come across/turn up/come down to/take to late for the meeting?
38 I don’t think your idea will ever get through/come up with/take to/catch on. It’s too weird.
39 I’d really like to get in/fill in/do up/carry out the house.
40 She really fitted in/saw to/took to/came down to London because she loves big cities.
Complete the sentences with the correct form of a phrasal verb
41 “Did you talk to Marta?” “No I couldn’t __________. She was talking on the other line.”
42 “How do you __________ the news from the UK?” “I buy an English paper on Sundays.”
43 “Did you get __________ at the airport?” “Yes, it was hours before they let us on the plane.”
44 “How did you get on at the club?” “The people were great and I __________ straight away.”
45 “Is your job paying well?” “No, I hardly earn enough to __________.”
Write definitions for the words/expressions
46 a must-see
47 overpriced
48 not all it’s cracked up to be
49 good value for money
50 be wary of
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