Test in English № 1 1. Complete the sentences with the correct form of the word. 1). Experts predict...

Test in English № 1

Part 1: Complete the sentences with the correct form of the word.

1. Experts predict a growth in migration. (grow)

   • Explanation: The word "growth" is the noun form of the verb "grow." It correctly fits the context of predicting an increase in migration.

2. They seem to be ready for that project. They say that it will improve the economic and social situation in the town and in the whole region. (improve)

   • Explanation: "Ready" is the correct form to describe their preparedness for the project. "Will improve" is the future tense of "improve," which fits the context of predicting a positive change in the future.

3. A pidgin language developed as a means of communication between two or more language groups. (communicate)

   • Explanation: "Communication" is the noun form of the verb "communicate" and fits the context of describing the purpose of a pidgin language.

4. I think that the usage of this language is very limited. (limit)

   • Explanation: "Limited" is the adjective form of the verb "limit" and correctly describes the restricted usage of the language.

Part 2: Fill in the blanks with the words from the box.

a) ready meal
b) approved of
c) fluently
d) a sense of responsibility
e) lessen

1. Her sense of responsibility makes her work hard and do everything in time.

   • Explanation: "Sense of responsibility" fits the context of describing a characteristic that motivates hard work and punctuality.

2. Michael has been learning a foreign language for two years but he can’t speak fluently yet.

   • Explanation: "Fluently" describes the ability to speak a language smoothly and accurately, which Michael has not yet achieved.

3. Modern technologies can lessen the negative impact on the environment.

   • Explanation: "Lessen" means to reduce, which fits the context of decreasing the negative effects.

4. When I decided to enter the technical university, my parents approved of my choice.

   • Explanation: "Approved of" means to agree with or support, which fits the context of parental support for a decision.

5. It seems that ready meal producers think that you have nothing in your kitchen apart from a microwave oven.

   • Explanation: "Ready meal" refers to pre-prepared food that only needs to be heated, which fits the context of the sentence.

Part 3: Fill in the prepositions to complete the expressions.

1. To deal with all forms of cruelty.

   • Explanation: "Deal with" means to handle or manage, fitting the context of addressing cruelty.

2. Changes are required for this simple reason.

   • Explanation: "For" indicates the reason for the required changes.

3. To contribute to the solution of the problem.

   • Explanation: "Contribute to" means to help or add to, fitting the context of solving a problem.

4. An addition to a draft bill.

   • Explanation: "Addition to" describes something that is added, fitting the context of legislative amendments.

5. To engage in trading.

   • Explanation: "Engage in" means to participate in, fitting the context of trading activities.

6. New rules will come into force next week.

   • Explanation: "Come into force" means to become effective, fitting the context of implementing new rules.

Part 4: Complete the sentences with articles (a/an or the) as necessary.

1. Yesterday I bought a pair of shoes.

   • Explanation: "A" is used before a singular, countable noun that is not specific. "Shoes" is a plural noun and does not require an article in this context.

2. The United States of America is located in North America between Canada and Mexico. The official language of the USA is the English language.

   • Explanation: "The" is used before the names of countries that include words like "states" or "kingdom." No article is used before the names of continents or countries. "The USA" and "the English language" are specific, hence "the" is used.

3. Look at the moon. It is shining brightly.

   • Explanation: "The" is used before singular nouns that are unique or already known to the listener, such as "moon."

4. Ludwig van Beethoven was a great composer.

   • Explanation: "A" is used before singular, countable nouns that are not specific, fitting the context of describing Beethoven generally.

5. The youngest brother is at school now.

   • Explanation: "The" is used before superlatives like "youngest." "School" does not require an article when referring to the general concept of attending school.

1. Experts predict a growth in migration.
2. They seem to be for that project. They say that it will improve the economic and social situation in the town and in the whole region.
3. A pidgin language developed as a means of communication between two or more language groups.

4. I think that the usage of this language is very limited.

6. Her sense of responsibility makes her work hard and do everything in time.
7. Michael has been learning a foreign language for two years but he can’t speak fluently yet.
8. Modern technologies can lessen the negative impact on the environment.
9. When I decided to enter the technical university, my parents approved of my choice.
10. It seems that ready meal producers think that you have nothing in your kitchen apart from a microwave oven.

3. To deal with all forms of cruelty Changes are required for this simple reason To contribute to the solution of the problem An addition to a draft bill To engage in trading New rules will come into force next week.

4.

1. Yesterday I bought a pair of shoes.
2. The United States of America is located in North America between Canada and Mexico. The official language of the USA is English.
3. Look at the moon. It is shining brightly.
4. Ludwig van Beethoven was a great composer.
5. The youngest brother is at school now.