I.
PRONOUNCIATION
CHOOSE THE WORD THAT HAS DIFFERENT STRESS
1. A. private B. provide C. arrange D. advise
2. A. govern B. cover C. perform D. father
3. A. study B. knowledge C. precise D. message
4. A. morning B. college C. arrive D. famous
5. A. supper B. support C. supply D. supreme
6. A. confidence B. supportive C. solution D. obedient
7. A. whenever B. mischievous C. hospital D. separate
8. A. introduce B. delegate C. marvelous D. currency
9. A. develop B. conduction C. partnership D. majority
10. A. counterpart B. measurement C. romantic D. attractive
II. READ AND MATCH SUITABLE SPORT PLACE WITH PEOPLE
1. Theo is new to the area and wants to get fit for the first time in his life. He is more
interested in team sports and would like to make friends as well.
2. Barbara loves running and would like to join a running club. She can’t afford a
membership fee to begin with but if she likes it, she’d be keen to sign up and volunteer as
well.
3. Tracy has decided to join a gym. She wants to have someone who can help and
encourage her to work hard. She’d also like to go swimming at the weekend.
4. Steve is looking for a personal trainer and is returning to exercise after hurting his ankle.
He is busy at work and needs someone who is available any day.
5. Debbie is a keen athlete and wants to find somewhere she can train on a race-track and
compete against other athletes. She likes to train early in the morning.
Fitness activities
A. Stevie’s Gym
Stevie’s Gym is well known in the area for offering the best in everything to do with
health and fitness. Relax in our luxury swimming pool or use the latest equipment in the
gym. It’s easy to lose interest if you don’t have the right support, and our skilled team of
trainers will get you started and help you stay focused.
B. Blackwell Gym
The very best in personal service. Our members get a free health check when they join.
We will then discuss your aims and design a personal programme to help you achieve your
goals. Open six days a week, closed on Sundays.
C. The Arcadian Harriers
We meet in the Arcadian Leisure Centre twice a week and set off on planned routes
around the area. Join us on Tuesday for the 6k run and Thursday for the 10k. You don’t
have to become a member to run with us, but we’d love it if you did. We are also looking
for people to help out with events.
D. JDC Gym
We offer personal, one-to-one training programmes for beginner and more advanced
workouts. Our trainers are available seven days a week and can meet you at the gym or at
a place that’s more convenient to you. Build your strength and fitness and get help with
any injuries you may have.
E. Temple Health and Fitness
Whether you want to improve your fitness or lose weight, you can be sure to find the
support you need to achieve your goals with our team of personal trainers. Visit our
website to view their personal profiles and areas of expertise. Currently we are offering
sessions at weekends only.
F. Arena Leisure Centre
We know that some days are perfect for achieving goals in the gym, while others are best
spent relaxing in the sauna. Whatever your needs, we can promise you a personal service.
Please note the swimming pool is being used for competitions every Saturday and Sunday
and is not open to the public on these days.
G.Central Fitness and Leisure
We are one of the larger leisure centres in the area and can offer a huge range of activities
at our 24-hour gym and 400-metre running track that is free to use for members. Sign up to
our monthly league table and see how your times compare to other members.
H. Sport Special
For those who want to focus on their own personal fitness, Sport Special provides
members with a modern gym with the latest equipment. The leisure centre also organises
group events such as five-a-side football or hockey. After the match, get to know your
team mates in the café for tea, coffee and snacks.
III. WRITE THIS SENTENCES WITHOUT CHANGING THE MEANING
1. “Why don’t you put a better lock on the door, Mary?”, said John.
⇒ John suggested ________________________________________.
2. Although his both legs were broken in the crash, he managed to get out of the car before it exploded.
⇒ Despite _______________________________________________.
3. I haven’t eaten this kind of food before.
⇒ This is the first __________________________________________.
4. She started learning English 6 years ago.
⇒ She has _______________________________________________.
5. The coffee is too hot for him to drink.
⇒ The coffee is so __________________________________________.
6. If you don’t study hard, you will fail the exam.
⇒ Unless __________________________________________________.
7. The black car is cheaper than the red car.
⇒ The red car _______________________________________________.
8. She didn’t go to the party because she was sick.
⇒ If _______________________________________________________.
9. The man is my uncle. You met him at the party.
⇒ The man __________________________________________________.
10. I don’t have enough money, so I can’t buy a new car.
⇒ If ________________________________________________________.
11. He didn’t know the answer, so he didn’t raise his hand.
⇒ If ________________________________________________________.
12. “Don’t forget to phone the office,” Annie told him.
⇒ Annie reminded ______________________________________________.
13. The girl is amiable. She lives next door.
⇒ The girl ___________________________________________________.
14. The teacher is very kind. He taught us last year.
⇒ The teacher ________________________________________________.
