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11th A Term test paper – 1st semester

I. Correct the following sentences. In each case, you must either add one word, or remove one
word. (10 points)

1. We do not know enough about what the long-term effects on genetically modified crops will be if we
will start cultivating them on a large scale. …………………………………
2. If we had known about the side effects, we would not put the drug on the market. …………….…….
3. Unless we are not responsive to our customers' needs, our market share will continue to fall……………
4. If the Wright brothers had not persisted in their experiments, aeroplanes might never have invented……
5. If you happen see James, tell him to call me on the mobile………………………
6. Had the CCTV working, we could have obtained pictures of the thieves…………………..
7. The machinery should last a long time provided with it is serviced regularly…….…………
8. If we were concentrate on developing renewable energy sources, we would be much closer to solving
the problem of climate change……………………..
9. If I had have known that the software was so expensive, I would not have ordered it. ………..…
10. If it had not been the discovery of DNA, a great many serious crimes would have remained unsolved…..

II. In each case, cross out the noun which does not collocate with the given verb. (10 points)

1. catch a cold, fire, control of something, sight of something

2. give someone a chance, a question, someone a hand, a shout
3. lose contact, issue, your way, your temper
4. keep a promise, guard, charge of something, someone company
5. hold quiet, your breath, the record, a meeting
6. make an effort, a favour, your living, progress
7. have a party, a rest, a breath, an argument
8. set a picture, the alarm, an example, the scene
9. pull a muscle, someone's leg, a face, your tongue
10. draw a difference, the curtains, a sketch, a big audience

III. Complete each sentence with the correct word from the box to make a fixed phrase. There are
more options than you need. (5 points)

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1. He may well claim he knows best, but that's really only a …………….. of opinion.
2. The antibiotic was only discovered by a strange ……………….. of fate.
3. As a …………. of thumb, you should leave about 20 minutes for the chemical to work .
4. They claim to have cloned several human beings but I think it is probably all a ………… of lies.
5. There is not really a ………………. of evidence to suggest that computer games are a cause of violent
behaviour.
 IV. For the following questions think of one word which can be used appropriately in all three
sentences. (5 points)

1. I tried to understand the instructions but they did not make……………..

2. Having a close family is important because it gives a child a ……………. of security.
3. It isn't difficult to understand if you use your common………………..

1. I think it's lack of communication which is at the ………… of the problem.

2. I'd need a calculator to work out the square …………… of that.
3. The main ingredients are tomatoes and a mixture of different ………….. vegetables.

1. Some scientific discoveries are made by pure chance and penicillin is a ……….. in point.
2. The report makes out a strong …………. for investing more in research and development.
3. Pack your…………..the night before to save time in the morning!

1. It has a reputation as a …………chip company and should be a very safe investment.

2. That decision came completely out of the ………….; I wasn't expecting it at all.
3. Her hands were ……………. with cold when she came in from playing in the snow.

1. Unfortunately, politics cannot be reduced to an exact ……………… and the unexpected can often
happen.
2. I enjoy reading novels especially detective stories and ……………. fiction,
3. They are taking on a new lecturer in the social………………… department.

V. Choose the most suitable alternative to complete the sentences. (10 points)

1. The government are opening a new science park but it's the taxpayer who will ….… the bill.
a) head b) back c) foot d) finger
2. I advise you to …………... a low profile until the investigation is over.
a) take b) make c) keep d) set
3. Some people feel that it is wrong to ……………experiments on animals.
a) lead b) conduct c) direct d) guide
4. The word tachyon was ………….. to refer to a particle which supposedly travels faster than light.
a) minted b) cast c) coined d) moulded
5. They went on to win the championship, against all the
a) chances b) odds c) fortunes d) stakes
6. They went on a shopping .......... together that weekend.
a) rave b) haunt c) spree d) function
7. I wasn't expecting the news all; it came out of the…………..
a) black b) red c) green d) blue
8. He's amusing to talk to because he is so quick………..
a) brained b) minded c) witted d) headed
9. Since the club opened last year, the enthusiasm for keeping fit has really taken…………
a) on b) off c) up d) to
10. They were married last year but split ............. after only six months.
a) off b) away c) out d) up
 VI. Complete the following sentences using the correct form of the word in bold . You will need to
add suffixes in each case. (10 points)
1. He made a very good………………….……… in the job interview. IMPRESS
2. House prices in that region have become………………………high. ASTRONOMY
3. A professional sportsperson's life may look……………but it involves a lot of hard work . GLAMOUR
4. There was a wonderful……………… of products on display at the trade fair. VARY
5. I found the story of how he became an entrepreneur quite …………….. INTRIGUE
6. She makes a fair number of enemies because of her……………….. style. CONFRONT
7. He had set his heart on winning so he was really disappointed to be just the……………up. RUN
8. In general, I think the management team would be…………….of the idea. SUPPORT
9. …………….the team managed to win three-nil, even though they had two players missing. AMAZE
10. He seems pleasant to talk to but I don't really believe he is……………. TRUST

VII. Each of the following sentences contains one word which is incorrectly used. Cross it out and
write a correct word.(10 points)

1. I'm really sorry but I've just been crashing into your car.
2. You ought be strong enough to deal with the problem on your own.
3. The Royal Arms Hotel, that was refurbished last year, is now definitely the best in town
4. Take some waterproof clothes with you just if you need them.
5. The hospital which I used to work is in North London.
6. By the time I arrived at the party, everyone went home.
7. If you want to pass the exam, you would have to improve your essay writing.
8. That was an obvious attempt making me look stupid in public.
9. Supposing I only came to the second part of the meeting, will that be a problem?
10. If I were report you to the authorities, what would you do?

VIII. There are ten unnecessary articles (a or the) in the following text. Find them and cross them
out. (10 points)

ADVERTISING THROUGH SMELL

We are all used to advertisers using the sight and sound to grab our attention. Colourful logos are in an evidence
in our cities at every turn and TV commercials assail us with slogans and jingles whenever there is a break in
the programmes. But the most of us are not so aware that we can also be targeted through our sense of the smell.
The technique is not a new one. Supermarkets deliberately reheat their bread on the premises in the hope that
the aroma will tempt shoppers to go to the bakery section on the impulse. In the same way, many coffee shops
like to grind a coffee at the bar so that passers-by will be drawn in by the delicious smell. Now, however, a new
device has been developed by a Japanese inventor, called an air cannon. This can single out a particular
consumer and shoot a specified smell directly up their nose. With an equipment like this, retail outlets are no
longer confined to one or two long-lasting smells. The person by the fruit counter could get a whiff of citrus
while another shopper looking for a cleaning stuff could be targeted with a smell of the beeswax or pine
detergent. The result, no doubt, will be a greater number of purchases made without a due consideration and, of
course, more money for the stores.
 IX. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the
word given. Do not change the word given. You must use between three and six words,
including the given word. (10 points)

1. Your questionnaire can remain anonymous if you prefer. have

You ………………………………….………… your name on the questionnaire.

2. Their equipment is subjected to more rigorous testing than any other manufacturer's. tested
Their equipment……………………………...... than any other manufacturer's.

3. In the past, she exercised more often than she does now. as
She does not exercise ……………..……………….......... to.

4. It is commonly assumed that good teachers have to be extrovert. common

There is ………………………….... good teachers have to be extrovert.
5. He'll probably forget all about the appointment. chances
The …………………………….. all about the appointment.

6. Membership of the gym has fallen dramatically this year. far

The gym has ……………………………………., give him my regards.

7. It's a great shame that I didn't ask her for her mobile number. regret
I really .......................................... for her mobile number.

8. Support for the Green Party has risen dramatically. rise

There has been …………………………….….. for the Green Party.

9. Our high intelligence means that we are able to foresee the consequences of our actions. allows
Our high intelligence ………………………………….. the consequences of our actions.

10. These trainers are much better than any other brand. superior
These trainers …………………………… any other brand.