Module 2 Test B
Grammar
Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verb
1 I can’t stand __________(be) late for work.
2 I bought the tickets on the Internet. I can’t imagine __________(go) to a travel agent now.
3 How could you afford __________(buy) the computer?
4 I want to try and avoid __________(get) stuck in traffic.
5 “What are you doing this weekend?” “I’m thinking of __________(go) to Barcelona.”
6 I adore __________(listen) to classical music.
7 I must insist on __________(pay) for the tickets.
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Correct the mistake in each sentence
8 When I was young I was encouraged play lots of sports.
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9 I really object to get up early for work.
10 Do you fancy to play football on Saturday?
11 I’d recommended go to see that concert.
12 I’d advise you staying in the centre if you visit Madrid.
13 I was trying persuading Jane to come, but she says she can’t.
14 I’m really looking forward to see her again.
Complete the sentences with one word
15 It’s nothing __________ as difficult as it seems, I promise.
16 Isn’t it __________ easier to get the tickets on the Internet than standing in a queue?
17 What would you __________ to do, go to the cinema or to the theatre?
18 The more you get to know him, the __________ you’ll like him.
19 House prices are nowhere __________ as expensive as they used to be.
20 I’d __________ watch a video at home than go to the cinema.
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Complete the second sentences so that they have a similar meaning to the first
21 There really isn’t any difference between them.
They’re __________ the same.
22 Instead of listening to rock all the time, why don’t you try listening to some jazz?
__________ than listening to rock all the time, why don’t you try listening to some jazz?
23 I advise you to listen to what your teacher says.
I think you’re better __________ listening to what your teacher says.
24 I thought she would be a bit more sociable.
She’s not __________ as sociable as I had imagined her to be.
25 I would prefer to eat out than order a pizza.
I’d sooner eat out __________ order a pizza.
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Vocabulary
Match the words with their definitions
26 in areas people don’t normally go to
stroll
27 walk in a relaxed way
off the beaten track
28 very busy, crowded
stunning
29 amazingly beautiful
run-down
30 in poor condition, uncared for
packed
Complete the sentences
31 “Do you live in the centre of town?” “Yes, right in the __________ of the city.”
32 “Is it quiet and peaceful where you live?” “Yes, it’s really __________.”
33 It’s a __________ city, full of life and energy.
34 The Sahara is a __________ desert, absolutely huge.
35 “Has the town changed much in character?” “Not at all, it’s completely __________.”
Choose the correct phrasal verb to complete each sentence
36 I don’t think your idea will ever get through/come up with/take to/catch on. It’s too weird.
37 She really fitted in/saw to/took to/came down to London because she loves big cities.
38 To complete the application process, fill in/do up/get through/fit in the form.
39 Why did you come across/turn up/come down to/take to late for the meeting?
40 I’d really like to get in/fill in/do up/carry out the house.
Complete the sentences with the correct form of a phrasal verb
41 “Did you like the club?” “Yeah, the people were great and I __________ straight away.”
42 I tried calling Frank but I couldn’t __________.
43 I got __________ at the train station because the train had broken down.
44 “Is your job paying well?” “No, I hardly earn enough to __________.”
45 “How do you __________ the news from the UK?” “I buy an English paper on Sundays.”
Write definitions for the words/expressions
46 not all it’s cracked up to be
47 overpriced
48 a bit touristy
49 a must-see
50 good value for money
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