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Straightforward Intermediate Progress Test 2

Name _______________________ Score _____________

Language section

Vocabulary

A Complete the text with words and phrases from the box. There are four extra words and phrases.

unbelievable try my luck strong sounded resorts popular

play it safe off the beaten track inaccurate dissatisfied destination

deposit brochures against the odds a bit of a gamble

Last year I took (1) _______________ when I chose my holiday (2) _______________. I was bored with the normal (3) _______________ and wanted something a bit different so I thought I’d

(4) _______________ with something (5) _______________. After looking through lots of

(6) _______________ I decided to take a risk and go to Borneo. It’s certainly not one of the most

(7) _______________ destinations, but I everything I read about the place (8) _______________ amazing. When I got there I realised that most of that information was (9) _______________, but I had an (10) _______________ time and I’m really glad I didn’t (11) _______________. Now that I’ve taken a chance and had a great time, there’s no way I’m going back to two weeks in the usual resort. Next year I’m going to go to Alaska!

Grammar

B Choose the correct words or phrases a, b, or c to complete 12–17.

(12) Playing the lottery is not __________ as gambling.

a) the same b) different c) similar

(13) Bill is really lucky. Last week he __________ £10,000 on the lottery.

a) won b) was winning c) had won

(14) Now he’s got __________ than he’s ever had before.

a) lots of money b) most money c) more money

(15) What are you __________ with all the money you’ve won?

a) doing b) going to do c) will do

(16) I haven’t decided yet, but I __________ probably go on an amazing holiday.

a) am b) going to c) will

(17) This is the __________ thing that could happen to me!

a) bad b) worse c) worst

C Complete the text with the correct words or phrases.

The most successful adverts are not always the (18) better / best. Sometimes what makes an advert special is simply that it is (19) similar / different from other adverts. That’s what makes people remember it. One problem that advertising agencies have is that the (20) most / more expensive a product the (21) harder / hardest it is to advertise. After all, why should somebody spend that much when a (22) cheaper / cheapest product might be as (23) good as / same as the one you are trying to sell?

D Each sentence has one word missing. Insert the word in the correct place in each sentence.

(24) I’m sure you really enjoy the trip tomorrow.

________________________________________________________________________________

(25) It’s just the same this one.

________________________________________________________________________________

(26) She already got there when we phoned.

________________________________________________________________________________

(27) Both them are married.

________________________________________________________________________________

(28) At ten o’clock last night she having a bath.

________________________________________________________________________________

Functional language

E Match a–e with 29–33.

(29) I’ve got a new job. a) I did.

(30) I really don’t like it. b) I’m not.

(31) She’s from London. c) Me neither.

(32) I didn’t buy a ticket. d) So do I.

(33) He speaks German. e) So have I.

F Complete the three conversations with words and phrases from the box.

So am I I can’t Do you know if Can I help

Can you tell me Could you hold on can I ask

Conversation 1

A: Good morning. (34) ____________________ you?

B: Yes, could I speak to Jenny Cooper, please?

A: Certainly, (35) ____________________ who’s calling?

B: Yes, it’s her brother.

A: OK. (36) ____________________?

Conversation 2

A: Hi Jen! Are you doing anything tonight?

B: Sorry David, but I’m really busy at the moment.

A: (37) ____________________, but you have to relax sometimes.

B: Look, you can take time off because you work for yourself, but (38) ____________________.

A: Come on, Jen.

Conversation 3

A: Excuse me!

B: Yes?

A: (39) ____________________ when the film starts?

B: Eight o’clock.

A: Great. (40) ____________________ there are any tickets left?

B: I’ll just have a look.

A: Thanks.

Listening

Part 1

[Track 9] You are going to hear five short recordings. Listen and choose the correct answer for each one.

(1) The man thinks he’s lucky because

a) he missed the bus. b) he found something. c) he wasn’t badly hurt.

(2) What kind of product is being advertised?

a) something to drink b) something to wear c) something to eat

(3) What’s the second thing the speaker is going to do?

a) make some coffee b) read the emails c) write a report

(4) The person making the phone call is called

a) Andy. b) Brian. c) Mandy.

(5) Which of the things does the speaker not mention?

a) taking enough money b) packing c) arriving for the flight

Part 2

[Track 10] Listen to an interview with a man and a woman about a holiday. Next to 6–10 below, indicate which person is looking forward to it. Write M for the man, W for the woman or N for neither.

(6) The weather __________

(7) The nightlife __________

(8) The beautiful women __________

(9) Romantic walks along the beach __________

(10) Football __________

Reading

Part 1

Read the letter below and answer the five questions.

(1) How long has Jemma been at university for?

(2) How many brothers do both Jemma and Tracy have?

(3) What subject does Tracy’s mother teach?

(4) How many coincidences does Jemma mention?

(5) What’s the name of Jemma’s best friend?

Dear Hannah,

Now I’ve been here for a week I’ve started finding my way around. The lectures are OK and it’s fun being at university – no one to keep on telling me what to do!

Last night I went out with a couple of girls from my course and we got talking about everything. You’ll never believe it, but one of the girls – Tracy – is just like me! What do I mean?

Well, her birthday is on the same date (and how many people do you know who are born on February 29th?). We both have two brothers, although one of Tracy’s is older than her. Her mother is a teacher, and, unbelievably she teaches the same subject as mine. But that’s not all.

You know how I like to drink cold tea … yep! You’ve guessed it, so does Tracy! Also we both like the same pizza – ham and pineapple – but then I guess that’s not so unusual. But the strangest thing of all is that we both started learning to swim last year!

Now you know that I don’t really believe in coincidences and I’m not superstitious, but how do you explain all these things? And, of course, we’re studying the same course at the same university. Amazing, isn’t it?

Anyway, I’m missing you. Write soon.

Your best friend,

Jemma

Part 2

Read the contents page from the travel magazine below and answer the questions.

(6) Which place would you choose for a skiing holiday?

______________________________________________________________________

(7) Which place offers the best food?

______________________________________________________________________

(8) Where were some of the scenes from Lord of the Rings shot?

______________________________________________________________________

(9) When is the best time to visit St Petersburg?

______________________________________________________________________

(10) Where would you take a swimming costume?

______________________________________________________________________

Perfect Choice

A quick guide to five superb holiday destinations chosen just for you.

Montego Bay, Jamaica (page 4) Paradise on Earth? Well not quite, but certainly one of the most beautiful places you are ever likely to visit. This is Jamaica at its best. Beautiful beaches and breathtaking scenery makes this one place well worth visiting.

St Petersburg, Russia (page 9) Sometimes called the Venice of the North because of its many canals and beautiful architecture, this is a great place to visit in winter. Travel around the snow-covered city in a horse-drawn carriage – very romantic.

Farellones / El Colorado, Chile (page 13) If you like skiing, this is the place to be. Only 45 km from the capital city – Santiago – this is one of the best places to ski in the southern hemisphere.

South Island, New Zealand (page 17) With some of the most spectacular scenery in the world, New Zealand’s South Island offers everything to the traveller looking for adventure. If you have seen Lord of the Rings, then you’ll already have an idea of why this is such an amazing place to visit.

Marrakesh, Morocco (page 25) Enter the world of Aladin and watch jugglers, magicians and snake charmers. Listen to storytellers and use your nose to guide you to some of the best food you’ll ever taste.

If you think there are any places we should include in our next magazine, write and let us know.

Writing

Win a fabulous holiday by entering our Holiday Places competition. Write a short description of a holiday resort in your country. Include information about a hotel and the facilities, the location and features of the place, and some ideas about what to see and what to do. Write about 120–150 words. Good luck!

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