VOCABULARY IN CONTEXT
Choose the best word:
The school football season only ______ for three months.
A. keeps
B. lasts
C. reaches
D. prevents
B. lasts
TEXT MESSAGE:
Don’t forget your swimming kit tomorrow! The coach leaves at 7:30 sharp.
Why was the message written?
A. To cancel swimming practice
B. To remind someone about a trip
C. To ask someone to bring equipment
B. To remind someone about a trip
Complete the sentence:
I won’t ______ able to come tomorrow.
be
Which person says their city has good places for cycling?
Maya
How did Hana first become interested in photography?
A. She joined a photography club
B. Her uncle gave her a camera
C. She travelled to Iceland
B. Her uncle gave her a camera
Choose the best word:
The thick trees ______ sunlight from reaching the ground.
A. prevent
B. leave
C. affect
D. hold
A. prevent
NOTICE:
Students joining the art club should attend Friday’s meeting for information about materials needed.
What will students receive?
A. Competition prizes
B. Instructions about equipment
C. Timetables for exams
B. Instructions about equipment
Complete the sentence:
Why ______ we meet at the library after school?
don't
Which person mentions beautiful natural scenery near their city?
Lucas
Why did Hana attend a photography course?
Her parents encouraged her because she became serious about photography.
Choose the best word:
Many Arctic animals have ______ fur during winter.
A. broad
B. deep
C. thick
D. large
C. thick
EMAIL:
Hi Sam,
I can’t meet after school because of basketball practice. Could we revise together tomorrow instead?
Why did Sam receive this message?
A. To change plans
B. To invite Sam to basketball practice
C. To apologise for poor revision
A. To change plans
Choose the correct reply:
A: “I’m exhausted after the journey.”
B: “______”
A. I was asleep for most of it.
B. That sounds tiring.
C. I’ll meet you tomorrow.
B. That sounds tiring.
Which person says students come to the city to study?
Sofia
What challenge did Hana face during the competition?
People kept walking in front of her camera.
Choose the best word:
The train finally ______ the station after midnight.
A. arrived
B. appeared
C. reached
D. stayed
C. reached
SHOP SIGN:
Spend $20 or more and receive a free water bottle!
What does the sign mean?
A. Water bottles cost $20
B. Water bottles are always free
C. Customers get a free item after spending enough money
C. Customers get a free item after spending enough money
Complete the sentence:
If you like, I ______ help you with your homework later.
can / could / will
Which person says visitors are surprised by animals in the city?
Ethan
What does Hana hope to do in the future?
Work with professional photographers in different countries.
Choose the best word:
The cold season in this region is ______ short.
A. specially
B. approximately
C. typically
D. particularly
D. particularly
NOTICE:
Anyone wishing to perform in the concert must attend Thursday’s rehearsal.
What does this tell students?
A. The concert is cancelled
B. Practice is compulsory for performers
C. Thursday’s rehearsal is optional
B. Practice is compulsory for performers
Complete the mini-dialogue:
A: “Shall we meet on Saturday?”
B: “______”
A. Perfect — see you then!
B. I like football.
C. It’s raining today.
A. Perfect — see you then!
Which person mentions old and modern buildings looking attractive together?
Sofia
Why does Hana think photography is more popular now?
Because smartphones and social media make photography easier and more creative.