Vocabulary
Grammar
English-speaking countries
My Hometown
Prague
100
feeling annoyed because something is taking too long, or because you want something to happen quickly
impatient
100
Rephrase by using infinitive:
It is said that St Petersburg is one of the most majestic cities in the world.
St Petersburg is said to be one of the most majestic cities in the world.
100
Which countries make up the UK?
England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland
100
In which century was Jindřichův Hradec founded?
In the 13th century.
100
What is the English(German) name of the river known in Czech as “Vltava”?
The Moldau
200
something that is boring, slow, or repetitive, and makes you feel tired or impatient
tedious
200
Correct the mistake in the sentence:
The traffic is heavy today, so they´re sure be late for the meeting.
The traffic is heavy today, so they´re sure to be late for the meeting.
200
What are the names of all the Great Lakes in the United States?
Lake Superior, Lake Huron, Lake Ontario, Lake Erie, and Lake Michigan
200
What is this church called?
Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary
200
What is the name of the famous historic square in Prague where the Astronomical Clock is located?
Old Town Square
300
to laugh in a quiet, silly, or nervous way
giggle
300
Rephrase the sentence to make it more emphatic:
I will never read another book by that author again.
Never again will I read another book by that author.
300
Which animals are endemic to Australia? Name at least three.
Kangaroo, koala, platypus, echidna, Tasmanian devil, wombat
300
What legend is connected with the castle in Jindřichův Hradec?
The legend of the White Lady
300
What is the name of the oldest bridge in Prague, built in the 14th century?
Charles Bridge
400
to take revenge on someone who has treated you badly or unfairly (phrasal verb)
get your own back on somebody
400
Rewrite the sentence using a form of get:
You need to to go for an eye test.
You need to get your eyes tested.
400
What is the highest mountain in Australia?
The highest mountain in Australia is Mount Kosciuszko, which is 2,228 meters high.
400
Which famous Czech opera singer is associated with Jindřichův Hradec region?
Emma Destinnová
400
To which year is the foundation of Prague Castle traditionally dated?
880 AD
500
a situation in which a place (like a city or building) is surrounded by enemies to force the people inside to give up
siege
500
Add one word to make the sentence correct:
I´ve never ridden a horse before, but I´m willing to have go.
I´ve never ridden a horse before, but I´m willing to have a go.
500
Which river forms the natural border between the USA and Mexico?
The river is the Rio Grande (called Río Bravo in Mexico).
500
Which architectural styles are combined in the castle complex of Jindřichův Hradec? Name at least two.
Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque
500
Which Romanesque basilica in Prague Castle complex is considered one of the oldest preserved churches in Prague?
Basilica of St. George