Attempt all the following questions.
Part One: Listening (24 Marks)
A Listen to the conversations. Check () the correct answers.
1. Maria 3. Zach’s dad
has some old letters from her grandmother. cooks dinner every night.
is going to sell her old cell phone to Ryan. likes the idea of Zach becoming a chef.
is happy with her smartphone and new thinks Zach needs to have dinner.
technology. 4. Aaron
2. According to Jeremy, if Emma stays in her is going to be a counselor at a
apartment, summer camp.
she’ll have more time to save for a house. has a lot of patience to work with kids.
she may have to make a lot of repairs to it. wants to get a job at a gym.
she won’t be able to afford a big old house.
B Listen to four people talk about possible plans for the summer. Check () the
plans they are considering.
Stan Tammy
a. going waterskiing a. going to a gym regularly
b. taking a computer course b. taking cooking classes
Janet Stuart
a. taking dancing lessons a. buying a new laptop
b. taking a Spanish course b. buying a new car
C Listen to people talk about the answers from their questionnaires.
Check () the jobs they are describing.
1 2
a. songwriter a. freelance writer
b. social worker b. TV actor
3 4
a. art gallery manager a. nurse
b. website designer b. computer programmer
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Part Two: Grammar and vocabulary (48 Marks)
A Complete the sentences with your own information.
1. If I win a lot of money,
2. If I lose my job,
3. If I have more free time next year,
4. If I exercise more,
5. If , I’ll have to move.
6. If , I might buy a new car.
7. If , I’ll be very surprised.
8. If , I’ll be very happy.
B Match the phrases with the appropriate information.
1. About 200 years ago, _____ a. people usually used paper maps.
2. Before GPS systems, _____ b. there might be cell phone implants.
3. In many cities nowadays, _____ c. people often used horses for transportation.
4. Sometime in the future, _____ d. there aren’t enough parking spaces.
C Circle the correct word or phrase.
1. If you drive to work, you (’ll have to / won’t have to / may have to) find a parking space.
2. If you (take / travel / don’t go) a vacation, you may feel better and more relaxed.
3. If you bring an umbrella, you (won’t get / might have / will have) wet in the rain.
D Complete the conversation. Check () the correct response.
1. A: I can’t stand talking on the phone.
B: Neither am I. Neither can I. I don’t.
2. A: I like working with computers.
B: So am I. Neither do I. So do I.
3. A: I hate getting to work at 7:30 in the morning. It’s too early.
B: Well, I am. Neither do I. Really? I like it.
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E Circle the correct word.
1. Keith carefully plans his day so he’s never late for appointments. He likes to be (creative /
punctual / forgetful).
2. Britta tries to help people and never says “no” when someone asks her for a favor. She seems
like a really (generous / impatient / disorganized) person.
3. Liz and Patrick get angry easily and almost never smile. Everyone thinks they’re moody and
(level-headed / hardworking / short-tempered).
F Match the sentences with the appropriate information.
1. I’d like to work as a bookkeeper _____ a. because I’m too disorganized and can’t stand
telling people what to do.
2. I wouldn’t want to be a flight attendant _____ b. because I’m efficient and I like working with
numbers.
3. I would make a good waiter _____ c. because I have an excellent memory and like
meeting people.
4. I could never become a boss _____ d. because I don’t like to travel or work with
people.
G Change these active sentences into the passive.
1. The Greeks built the Parthenon in the fifth century BCE.
2. Russia sold Alaska to the United States in the 1860s.
3. Over one million workers constructed the Suez Canal in the 1860s.
4. The U.S. government named Yellowstone a national park in 1872.
5. The French architect Gustave Eiffel designed the Eiffel Tower.
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H Complete the sentences. Use the passive form of the verbs.
1. English _________________________ (speak) in Australia and New Zealand.
2. Japanese and Korean _________________________ (teach) at this school.
3. Many crops _________________________ (grow) in Taiwan.
4. The U.S. dollar _________________________ (use) in Puerto Rico.
5. Hawaii _________________________ (know) for its beautiful beaches.
I Circle the correct word.
1. One of the crops grown in China is (cattle / wheat / shrimp).
2. (Goats / Microchips / Oysters) are manufactured in California.
3. The United States (grows / raises / manufactures) soybeans and wheat.
4. Australia (grows / raises / manufactures) cattle and sheep.
5. China (grows / raises / manufactures) electronics and textiles.
j Complete about you.
1. I could never be a _______________________ because _______________________________
2. I wouldn't mind working as a _____________________ because _________________________
3. I’d make a good _____________________ because _________________________________
K Write the job for each definition provided below.
1. _______________________ keeps track of money and prepares taxes for people or companies.
2. _________________________ designs buildings and plans how they should be built.
3. ________________________ helps passengers on a plane and keeps them safe during a flight.
4. _____________________ writes news stories and reports about what’s happening in the world.
5. ________________________ helps people with legal problems and speaks for them in court.
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Part Three: Reading comprehension (20 Marks)
Read the following passage then answer the questions below. Circle the letter of the correct
alternative.
The Eiffel Tower: A Timeless Icon of Paris
The Eiffel Tower, or “La Tour Eiffel” in French, is one of the most recognizable landmarks in the world. Located in the heart of Paris, France, this iron lattice tower has become
a global symbol of romance, architecture, and engineering excellence. Standing at 330 meters (1,083 feet) tall, it was the tallest man-made structure in the world until the
completion of the Chrysler Building in New York City in 1930.
The Eiffel Tower was designed by the French engineer Gustave Eiffel and his company for the 1889 Exposition Universelle (World's Fair), held to celebrate the 100th
anniversary of the French Revolution. Construction began in 1887 and was completed in just over two years, a remarkable feat for its time. Despite initial criticism from some
of Paris's leading artists and intellectuals, who called it an "eyesore," the tower quickly won the hearts of the public and became a beloved symbol of innovation.
The tower is made of wrought iron and consists of three levels open to the public. The first and second levels house restaurants and shops, while the third level offers a
breathtaking panoramic view of Paris. Its intricate lattice design not only provides stability but also reduces wind resistance, making it both functional and aesthetically
pleasing. Over the years, the tower has been repainted several times, requiring approximately 60 tons of paint to maintain its iconic appearance.
The Eiffel Tower has played a significant role in popular culture, appearing in countless films, books, and artworks. It has also been the site of numerous historic events,
including scientific experiments, radio transmissions, and even a daredevil climb by a mountaineer in 1954. Today, it attracts nearly 7 million visitors annually, making it one of
the most visited paid monuments in the world.
1. What is the height of the Eiffel Tower? 7. What is the primary purpose of the Eiffel Tower's lattice
a) 300 meters (984 feet) b) 320 meters (1,050 feet) design?
c) 330 meters (1,083 feet) d) 350 meters (1,148 feet) a) To increase its height
b) To reduce wind resistance and provide stability
2. Who designed the Eiffel Tower? c) To make it easier to paint
a) Gustave Eiffel b) Alexandre Gustave d) To accommodate more visitors
c) Gustave Ferrie d) Gustave Flaubert
8. How much paint is required to maintain the Eiffel
3. For which event was the Eiffel Tower originally built?
Tower's appearance?
a) The 1900 Paris Olympics
a) 10 tons b) 30 tons c) 60 tons d) 100 tons
b) The 1889 Exposition Universelle
c) The French Industrial Exhibition
d) The Centennial of the French Monarchy 9. What historic event took place at the Eiffel Tower in
1954?
4. What material is the Eiffel Tower primarily made of? a) A scientific experiment
a) Steel b) Wrought iron c) Concrete d) Aluminum b) A radio transmission
c) A daredevil climb by a mountaineer
5. How many levels of the Eiffel Tower are open to the d) A royal visit
public?
a) One b) Two c) Three d) Four
10. How many visitors does the Eiffel Tower attract
annually?
6. What was the initial reaction of some Parisian artists a) 3 million
and intellectuals to the Eiffel Tower? b) 5 million
a) They praised it as a masterpiece c) 7 million
b) They called it an "eyesore" d) 10 million
c) They ignored it completely
d) They demanded its immediate demolition
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Part Four: Writing (30 Marks)
In no less than 120 words, write an article about your country OR about any notable monument,
landmark, or attraction in Saudi Arabia.
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