Grammar
What’s the past participle of “break”?
Broken
What does “set off” mean in this sentence?
“They set off early to avoid traffic.”
To begin a journey
What’s a “main idea” in a reading passage?
The central point or message
What does “give up” mean?
To stop doing something or quit.
Name one renewable energy source.
Solar power, wind power, hydroelectric power, etc.
If I had studied more, I ___ (pass) the exam.
would have passed
Which word means “careful and hardworking”?
A) Idle
B) Diligent
Diligent
True or false:
Skimming means reading slowly and carefully.
False (that’s scanning or close reading)
What’s the phrasal verb for “to take care of someone”?
Look after
What does “carbon footprint” mean?
The total amount of greenhouse gases a person or activity produces.
Which sentence uses a modal of deduction correctly?
A) He might lives here.
B) He must be tired.
B
Choose the correct collocation:
A) Make homework
B) Do homework
B) Do homework
What kind of text is likely to have headings and bullet points?
Informal article or report
Use “run out of” in a sentence.
Example: “We ran out of milk, so I went to the supermarket.”
Give two things people can do to help the environment.
Recycle, use public transport, save water, reduce plastic use, etc.
Rewrite in passive:
“They will finish the project next week.”
The project will be finished next week.
What does “look up to” mean?
To admire or respect someone
What’s an “inference” in reading?
A conclusion based on clues and context, not stated directly
What does “get along with” mean?
To have a good relationship with someone.
Fill in: “If we don’t act now, we ______ serious consequences.”
If we don’t act now, we _will face_ serious consequences.
Identify the error:
“She suggested me to take the bus.”
"Suggested" is followed by ''that I take'' or ''taking'', not “me to.”
Give a synonym for “challenge” as a noun.
Obstacle/Dare/Test/Problem/Trial/Trouble
After reading a text about recycling, how can you summarize the main idea in one sentence?
Example: “Recycling helps reduce waste and protect the environment.”
What’s the difference between “turn up” and “turn down”? Give examples.
Turn up = increase volume/appear or happen unexpectedly/be found. ("Turn up the radio").
Turn down = lower volume/refuse/reject ("Turn down the music"/"She turned down the job offer").
Use the words “pollution,” “climate change,” and “sustainable” in a short paragraph (2–3 sentences).
Example: “Pollution is causing serious problems for the planet. Climate change is getting worse each year, so we need to find sustainable solutions to protect the Earth.”