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MAECI LINGUA INGLESE

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You must make sure that your own work place is clean and tidy. Avoid accidents by keeping all passageways clear. Never leave tools or equipment on the floor, and always turn powered tools off when you are not using them. Always walk rather than run, even when you are in a hurry. Before moving machinery, you must check that all obstructions have been removed.

1 What must never be left on the floor?Machinery

Tools or equipment

Moving machinery

Passageways

A

B

C

D

2 When should you run?When the passageway is clear

When you are in a hurry

When all obstructions have been removed

Never

A

B

C

D

3 How must your work place be?Clean and tidy

Busy

Messy

Dirty and untidy

A

B

C

D

4 What must you do before moving machinery?Turn powered tools off

Check that all obstructions have been removed

Make sure that your work place is clean and tidy

Walk rather than run

A

B

C

D

5 How should you avoid accidents?By moving machinery

By running in an emergency

By keeping passageways clear

By turning powered tools on before you use them

A

B

C

D

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COLLEGE LIBRARY RULES

1) The library is an area reserved for reading and studying. Students wishing to use the library are required to make as little noise as possible.2) Outdoor clothing and umbrellas must be left in the entrance lockers provided.3) Smoking is absolutely forbidden within the main library area. If you want to smoke, please use the Student Lounge near the library entrance.4) For obvious reasons, your portable phone should be switched off while you are in the library.5) Students who wish to use portable computers in the library area may do so provided the equipment is not cumbersome and is silent.6) The library lending service permits books to be taken out for two days only. Students must obtain written permission from a college librarian if they require books for a longer period.

6 Where should students go if they wish to smoke?Near the library entrance

Outside the building

To the Student Lounge

To the main library area

A

B

C

D

7 Which portable computers can be taken into the library?Any kind, as long as it takes up a lot of space

Any kind, as long as it doesn't take up a lot of space

Any kind, as long as it is bulky and silent

Any kind, as long as it is noisy

A

B

C

D

8 Are you allowed to chat with your friends in the main library area?Of course

No, you must avoid making unnecessary noise

Only if the chat is urgent

Yes, provided the chat regards the college

A

B

C

D

9 Can students take books out for more than 48 hours?No, just for 24 hours

Yes, provided they get written permission

Yes, provided they obtain advice from a librarian

No, it is forbidden

A

B

C

D

10 Which of the following must be left in the lockers?Writing equipment

Coats

Portable phones

Reading material

A

B

C

D


Consult a doctor before your journey, as in some countries you may need to combine 'Paludrine' with another antimalarial. Read the package leaflet carefully. Since no medication can be guaranteed to protect against malaria in every instance, you should consult a doctor if you become ill during or after visiting a malaria-risk area. To reduce the risk of mosquito bites, cover exposed skin in the evening and use nets or screens in your room.11 How can you reduce the risk of mosquito bites?

By covering exposed skin at all times

By taking ‘Paludrine’ in the evening

By covering exposed skin in the evening and using nets in your room

By wearing suitable cotton clothing

A

B

C

D

12 Which medications guarantee protection against malaria in every circumstance?Most European ones

None

Antimalarial medications

'Paludrine' combined with other antimalarials

A

B

C

D

13 What should you do if you become ill during or after visiting a malaria-risk area?You should increase the dosage of medication

You should consult a doctor

You should consult your Embassy

You should consult a doctor if your symptoms include fever

A

B

C

D

14 When should you consult a doctor?After a journey to Third World countries

Before any journey whatsoever

Before taking antimalarial medication

Before any journey to a malaria-risk area

A

B

C

D

15 In which circumstances may it be necessary to combine 'Paludrine' with another antimalarial?When travelling to certain high malaria-risk countries

When travelling outside Europe

Always when travelling abroad

When 'Paludrine' causes allergic reactions

A

B

C

D


Always ensure that the appliance is switched off and disconnected from the mains supply before cleaning, maintenance, emptying, changing the filter, etc., as well as after use. Extension leads may only be used if they are in perfect condition. At all times keep nozzles and tube ends well away from eyes and ears. Always switch the appliance off immediately after use. To clean the appliance, simply wipe it with a damp or dry cloth. This appliance is suitable for vacuuming dry surfaces only.16 When should the ends of the tubes touch your ears?

Only when necessary

Only when you need to hear if the appliance is working properly

Never

At all times

A

B

C

D

17 What must you do before changing the filter?Make sure you have new filters

Switch the appliance off and disconnect it from the mains supply

Switch off the mains supply

Switch it off and disconnect it from the mains supply

A

B

C

D

18 Which of the following substances can be vacuumed with the appliance?Dust

Grease

Water

Oil

A

B

C

D

19 How can you clean the appliance?By wiping it with a wet cloth

By washing it with a dry cloth

By wiping it with a damp cloth

By washing it with a wet cloth

A

B

C

D

20 Which of the following instructions is wrong?Always switch the appliance off after use

Always switch the mains supply off after use

Never use damaged extension leads

Never vacuum wet surfaces

A

B

C

D


Please note that you should read the kit instructions carefully before making any attempt to mount these bookshelves without the help of a trained carpenter.Use two-inch nails made of steel only, as iron nails will splinter the wood surface. Ensure that the wall chosen for the bookshelves has a solid plaster finish, as a cracked or damaged wall cannot bear the weight of the vertical support rods. Mount the lower shelves first, as stated in the kit instructions. Sandpaper each surface before applying paint.21 Who is a carpenter?

Somebody who makes things using wood

Somebody who mounts bookshelves only

Somebody who builds things in steel

Somebody who is trained

A

B

C

D

22 Can the shelves be mounted anywhere?Yes, if the space is adequate

No, they will get damaged

No, they cannot be mounted on a damaged wall

Yes, unless the wall has a solid plaster finish

A

B

C

D

23 What could damage the surface of the wood?Sandpaper

Iron nails

Cracked plaster

Steel nails

A

B

C

D

24 Before painting the shelves, what must be done?They must be mounted only

They must be sandpapered

They must not be sandpapered

They must be papered

A

B

C

D

25 What should be mounted first?The vertical support rods

The upper shelves

The lower shelves

The wood surface

A

B

C

D


BRITISH TELECOM NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

a) Ensure that the red light on the telephone display is not flashing. A flashing light indicates that the equipment is out of order and cannot be used.b) Lift the receiver. You will hear three short beeps. A telephone card or valid credit card may now be inserted in the slot marked "IN".c) Wait for the display to state "line ready" and then dial the required number. d) If you hear a high pitch tone during your call, it means that the telephone card you are using is about to run out. Insert a new card within thirty seconds and continue your call.26 Where should the telephone card be inserted?

In the display

In the "IN" slot

In the dial

In the slot marked "line ready"

A

B

C

D

27 What does a high pitch tone indicate?That you must finish your call

That your telephone card has nearly run out

That your telephone card is valid

That your telephone card is about to run away

A

B

C

D

28 When can you dial?Right after the high pitch tone

Right after inserting the telephone card

Right after hearing three short beeps

After seeing "line ready" on the display

A

B

C

D

29 Can you use a credit card with this equipment?No

Cannot say

Yes, if it is valid

Yes, if it has run out

A

B

C

D

30 What indicates that the telephone cannot be used?A flashing red light

The telephone display

Three short beeps

A flashing white light

A

B

C

D


TO ALL CONFERENCE PARTICIPANTS

The following regulations must be strictly followed during the conference:· Clothing must be appropriate. Denim clothing will not be allowed.· The Conference Hall is a strictly non-smoking area.· Chewing gum, food and beverages must not be taken into the Conference Hall.· Portable phones will not be tolerated.· If participants wish to make recordings during the conference, personal stereos not exceeding 15cm x 8cm x 5cm will be permitted.· Portable computers will be permitted provided their total dimensions do not exceed 35cm x 25cm x 15cm and they weigh maximum 2 Kg.· Absences will not be tolerated unless a signed and dated note of explanation is delivered to the Conference Secretary one day prior to the absence.31 What kind of area is the Conference Hall?

A place where portable phones are allowed

A non-smoking area

An area where you cannot be absent

A place where portable computers are not allowed

A

B

C

D

32 What is the maximum size allowed for personal stereos?15cm x 8 Kg x 5cm

25cm x 8cm x 5cm

15cm x 8cm x 5cm

15cm x 8cm x 15cm

A

B

C

D

33 Which of the following are you not allowed to wear during the conference?Suit and tie

Jeans

Trousers

Portable phones and shirts

A

B

C

D

34 If you intend to be absent on Thursday, when must the Conference Secretary receive your note of explanation?

On Tuesday

24 hours beforehand

On the same day

At the start of the conference

A

B

C

D

35 Which of the following cannot be taken into the Conference Hall?A jacket

A can of Coca Cola

A notepad

A personal stereo smaller than 15cm x 8cm x 5cm

A

B

C

D


In addition to the free baggage allowance, the following articles may be carried free of charge:- one piece of hand baggage not exceeding the weight of 5 Kg and the total dimensions of cm 115 (sum of length + height + width);- a handbag, pocketbook or purse;- an overcoat or blanket; - an umbrella or walking stick; - a camera or a pair of binoculars;- reading matter for the flight;- an infant carrying basket and baby food;- fully collapsible wheelchair, crutches or other prosthetic devices provided the passenger is dependent upon them.36 If the passenger thinks he/she will feel cold during the flight, what can they carry on board with

them?An overcoat, blanket and sleeping bag

Several blankets

An overcoat or blanket

Both an overcoat and a blanket

A

B

C

D

37 What are mothers with small children allowed to take on board?An infant carrying a basket and baby food

A pram

Only baby food

An infant carrying basket and baby food

A

B

C

D

38 Are handicapped people allowed on aircraft?Yes, provided they are confined to a wheelchair

Yes, of course

No, as they are part of a special requirements category

Yes, provided they are accompanied by a qualified nurse

A

B

C

D

39 Are you allowed to use a suitcase for hand luggage?No, because it would cause identification problems

Yes, provided it weighs less than 8 Kg

No, unless its width does not exceed 115 cm

Yes, provided it weighs less than 5 Kg and has a total dimension of 115 cm or less

A

B

C

D

40 What are passengers afflicted by mobility problems allowed to carry on board?A walking stick only

Any device which they require for mobility

The medications which they may need during the flight

Reading matter and special food

A

B

C

D


MARATHON PUZZLE

The rules of the competition and the official entry forms can be found in Saturday's copy of this newspaper. All answers must be written on the official entry form and sent to the address shown on the form to arrive no later than the last day of June.41 Entries must arrive at the newspaper’s offices before the last day of:

August

July

June

September

A

B

C

D

42 When will the winners be notified?On Saturday

On the last day of June

On Monday

Cannot say

A

B

C

D

43 When will the entry forms be in the newspaper?Saturday

Wednesday

Monday

Tuesday

A

B

C

D

44 Where can the competition rules be found?On the official entry form

In the newspaper on Saturday

In the newspaper on the last day of June

In the newspaper on Wednesday

A

B

C

D

45 Answers to the questions in the competition must be:written on a post-card

phoned into the newspaper’s offices

written on the official entry form

written out on a piece of plain paper

A

B

C

D


INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE:

- Rinse off any food left on the articles to be washed.- Place large articles and those which are very dirty in the lower basket.- Place lightweight, fragile and small articles in the upper basket.- All containers, such as cups, glasses, pans, etc. must be loaded with the open side facing downwards.- Tall articles must be placed in the centre of the baskets.46 When should any article be rinsed?

When it has food particles on it

After it has been washed

After placing it in the basket

When it is dirty

A

B

C

D

47 Should you put a heavy frying pan in the upper basket?Yes, in the central part of the basket

No, the machine cannot wash frying pans

No, in the lower basket

Yes, of course

A

B

C

D

48 How must open-ended containers be loaded?Carefully

Open side down

Closed side facing downwards

Without their lids

A

B

C

D

49 What is the central part of the baskets designed for?Small and lightweight articles

Tall articles

Saucepans

Very dirty articles

A

B

C

D

50 Which part of the machine should be used for crystal glasses?Any part, as long as they are loaded facing downwards

The centre of the lower basket

The upper basket

The machine cannot wash crystal glasses

A

B

C

D


NOTICE

Due to a shortage of staff, deliveries this week will only be made once a day, from Monday to Friday. These will probably be made after 2.00 pm. If you need an earlier delivery, you must telephone the Delivery Department at least 24 hours before the delivery time you want. As usual, there will be one delivery on Saturday morning.51 When will deliveries be made from Monday to Friday this week?

There is only one delivery this week

All deliveries will be made at least 24 hours before the delivery time you want

Due to a staff shortage there is only one delivery on Saturday

Probably after 2.00 pm each day

A

B

C

D

52 When must you telephone the Delivery Department?If you want a delivery on Monday

If you want a later delivery

If you want a delivery on Thursday

If you want an earlier delivery

A

B

C

D

53 On which day of the week will the deliveries follow the normal procedure?Thursday

Sunday

Saturday

Friday

A

B

C

D

54 Why is there only one delivery a day this week?Due to a staff shortage

Because all deliveries must be made before 2.00 pm

Because there is an extra delivery on Saturday morning

Because a 24 hours' notice is required for extra deliveries

A

B

C

D

55 What should you do if you need a delivery at 11.00 am on Friday?Telephone the Delivery Department before 2.00 pm on Thursday

Telephone the Delivery Department before 11.00 am on Friday

Telephone the Delivery Department before 11.00 am on Thursday

Nothing. Deliveries cannot be made before 2.00 pm

A

B

C

D


HAVE YOU SEEN THIS MAN?

Scotland Yard requests the public's help in identifying and capturing an extremely dangerous international terrorist. The following are details of the last sighting of Frederick Brookes, alias Fergus Blaire.Last seen boarding an Intercity train bound for Dover on August 11th 1993. Final destination unknown, but south-west France is probable.The suspect is approximately six feet tall. When last sighted, he was fair-haired and wore a moustache and dark-rimmed glasses. He seemed plump, and was walking with a slight limp. Brookes was wearing a dark wool coat and black trousers, and carried a brown leather briefcase.This man is wanted by police all over Europe. He supplies weapons to terrorist organizations. If you think you have seen him, please contact your nearest police station immediately. DO NOT APPROACH HIM - HE IS ARMED AND HIGHLY DANGEROUS.56 What else can be said about the way the suspect last looked?

He was tall, thin, and wore a moustache

He was walking quickly

He was blonde with a moustache and was wearing dark clothing

He was thin and was wearing a moustache and glasses

A

B

C

D

57 Why is this man wanted by police all over Europe?Because he robs banks

Because he sells guns, missiles and explosives to terrorists

Because he is a drug dealer

Because he is the head of a terrorist network

A

B

C

D

58 Scotland Yard:thinks Brookes could be captured thanks to the public's help

knows exactly where Brookes is

captured Brookes in 1993 for the first time

considers the public's help useless

A

B

C

D

59 What should you do if you encounter Frederick Brookes?Tell him that you know who he really is

Get as close to him as possible so that you can be sure of his identity

Call the nearest police authorities

Contact exclusively Scotland Yard at once

A

B

C

D

60 What is the suspect's real name?Nobody knows

Fergus Blaire

It is classified information, so only Scotland Yard knows

Frederick Brookes

A

B

C

D


Any accumulation of litter in work areas must be reported to the Shift Foreman and the Fire Inspector. Employees must never let litter accumulate at the bottom of lift shafts, as this can be a serious fire risk. Litter must not be stored in cardboard boxes or paper sacks but in the storage bins provided. These storage bins must not be left uncovered at any time.61 Can you store litter in cardboard boxes?

No, only in paper sacks

Yes, if there is an accumulation

No, only in storage bins

Yes, if the boxes are kept away from lift shafts

A

B

C

D

62 What should you do if you find an accumulation of litter in a work area?Ensure that there are covered storage bins available

Tell your supervisor

Ensure that it is not a fire risk

Report it to the Shift Foreman and Fire Inspector

A

B

C

D

63 Bins for storing litter must be:a serious fire risk

reported to the Shift Foreman and Fire Inspector

covered at all times

kept well away from lift shafts

A

B

C

D

64 What can be a serious fire risk?Storage bins

Litter at the bottom of lift shafts

Work areas

Lift shafts

A

B

C

D

65 When can litter be allowed to accumulate in lift shafts?Never

When there is no serious fire risk

When there is an accumulation of litter

Always

A

B

C

D


HEALTH CONFERENCE PROGRAMME

Monday 2nd May: Birth Control in Third World Countries. Speaker: Prof. Mary GallwayTuesday 3rd May: Agricultural Development in Asia. Speakers: Prof. Pierre Bonet / Dr. Philip StokesWednesday 4th May: Malaria Prevention. Speaker: Prof. Sean O'BrienThursday 5th May: (9 - 11 am) Conclusions (2.30 pm) Press Conference66 How many speakers will there be at the conference?

Four

Quite a few

Three

Many

A

B

C

D

67 Who is going to give a talk regarding crop-growing in Asia?Prof. Philip Stokes

Dr. Philip Stokes and Prof. Pierre Bonet

Prof. Philip Stokes and Dr. Pierre Bonet

Prof. Pierre Bonet only

A

B

C

D

68 What's going to happen at 2.30 pm on the last day of the conference?The Health Conference conclusions will be discussed

Information will be given to journalists

A second conference will take place

Prof. O'Brien will talk about malaria prevention

A

B

C

D

69 Who is going to give a talk regarding contraception?None of the speakers

Prof. Pierre Bonet

Dr. Mary Gallway

Prof. Mary Gallway

A

B

C

D

70 Malaria prevention:will be discussed on the third day of the conference

will be discussed at the press conference

is as important as birth control

will be discussed by several specialists

A

B

C

D


The office photocopiers may be operated by authorised personnel only. If an employee requires copies for office use, he/she must fill in the appropriate Photocopy Request Form and deliver it promptly to the Department Secretary. The form must specify for which project the copies are required, and it must be signed and dated. If the copies are required urgently, the employee must tick the appropriate box. In all other cases, the Secretary will deliver the copies within four hours from receipt of the form. It is absolutely forbidden to make photocopies for personal use. A token-operated photocopier is situated in Reception for this purpose. Tokens may be purchased directly from the Receptionists.71 Which details must the Photocopy Request Form contain in non-urgent cases?

Surname in block capitals, date and project name

Project name, date and signature

Name and surname in block capitals and time of delivery

Department and project name

A

B

C

D

72 What must an employee do if he/she needs a photocopy urgently?Deliver the form to the Receptionists

Ask the Secretary for a specific form

Tick the appropriate box on the Photocopy Request Form

Use the token-operated photocopier in Reception

A

B

C

D

73 Which members of staff are allowed to use the office photocopiers?Employees with special permission from the Personnel Department

Secretaries only

In urgent cases, any employee with access to the photocopiers

Personnel authorised to do so

A

B

C

D

74 What do employees need to purchase in order to use the photocopier in Reception?A special badge which operates the photocopier

A type of coin

A plastic identification card

A Photocopy Request Form for personal use

A

B

C

D

75 If an employee requires photocopies at 4 pm, when should he/she deliver the Photocopy Request Form to the Department Secretary?

No later than noon

At exactly 1 pm

The next morning

At any time of the day, as long as the form is signed and dated

A

B

C

D


Signal repairs will be carried out at Blackfriars station on Saturday 11 July from 1.00 pm.The last train will depart 10 minutes earlier than usual from Blackfriars on this date at 10.45 pm rather than 10.55 pm. Customers should be advised of this through a blackboard announcement. The announcement should be displayed prominently from Monday 7 July.76 What time does the last train from Blackfriars usually depart on a Saturday?

11.00 pm

10.45 pm

10.55 pm

11.10 pm

A

B

C

D

77 How should passengers be notified of the signal repairs?Through a blackboard announcement

Through the public address system

The booking clerk should tell them

They do not need to be told

A

B

C

D

78 How much earlier than usual will the last train depart?1 minute earlier

10 minutes earlier

11 minutes earlier

15 minutes earlier

A

B

C

D

79 Which of these blackboard displays is correct?Due to signal repares the last train from this station on Saturday 11 will leave at 10.45 pm

Due to signall repairs the last train from this station on Saturday 11 will leave at 10.45 pm

Due to signal repairs the last train from this station on Saturday 11 will leeve at 10.45 pm

Due to signal repairs the last train from this station on Saturday 11 will leave at 10.45 pm

A

B

C

D

80 When should the blackboard announcement be displayed?Saturday 11 July at the latest

From Thursday 9 July

From Monday 7 July

Until Wednesday 8 July

A

B

C

D


The large red main power switch must be turned on before loading the machine. As soon as the main power is on the loading hatch will open automatically. Place the laundry inside basket "A" and be certain to distribute it evenly. Failure to do so may cause system blockage.Note: only basket "B" must be used for synthetic materials and laundry with metal buttons or zips. System failure will result if this instruction is ignored.Close the hatch and be certain to insert the locking mechanism by pushing the small red button on the right of the hatch. If the centrifuge is not required you should press the button marked "C".81 In which circumstance could the system get blocked?

If the locking mechanism is not inserted

If the laundry is not distributed evenly

If the red switch is not turned on

If basket 'B' is used for synthetic materials

A

B

C

D

82 Before loading the machine, what must you do?You must distribute the laundry evenly

You must press the button marked 'C'

You must turn on the main power

You must switch off the locking mechanism

A

B

C

D

83 How do you lock the hatch?By pushing the small red button on the right

By pushing the large red switch

By closing it

By pushing the small red button marked 'Lock'

A

B

C

D

84 In which part of the machine should you place a nylon skirt?Anywhere, as long as it doesn’t have metal buttons or zips

Only basket 'A'

Only basket 'B'

In basket 'A', because the skirt is made of synthetic material

A

B

C

D

85 What will happen if you put a jacket with metal buttons in basket 'A'?The loading hatch will open automatically

The system will break down

The jacket will be damaged

The system will break out

A

B

C

D


FITNESS CENTRE NOTICE

Due to a staff shortage, bookings for exercise classes can only be made by post. Please remember to state the date and time of the class, and whether you would like to join an advanced class or a beginners' class.86 Booking can only be made by post because of:

building repairs

damage to the booking office

the problem of long queues

a staff shortage

A

B

C

D

87 What is a staff shortage?A staff strike

A lack of staff

Staff working short shifts

A staff protest

A

B

C

D

88 What are the classes you can join?Beginners' and advanced

Beginners' only

Advanced only

Beginners' and intermediate

A

B

C

D

89 Which of these letters is correct?I wood like a place on the beginners’ course, Thursday afternoon at 3 o'clock

I would like a place on the beginners’ course, Thirsday afternoon at 3 o'clock

I would like a place on the beginners’ course, Thursday afternoon at 3 o'clock

I would like a place on the beginners' course, Thursday arfternoon at 3 o'clock

A

B

C

D

90 What should be stated in the letter?Date, time and age

Whether you want a beginners' or an intermediate class

Date and time only

Date, time and whether you want a beginners’ or an advanced class

A

B

C

D


The can labelled "1" contains oil. The can labelled "2" contains water. You must only put oil into the can labelled "1". You must only put water into the can labelled "2". If you put oil or water into the wrong can, then you must tell your supervisor.91 What is in the can labelled "2"?

Oil

Water

Oil and water

Two liquids

A

B

C

D

92 Which can contains oil?The can labelled "1"

The can labelled "2"

The can you must only put water into

Both cans

A

B

C

D

93 When must you inform your supervisor?Always

Never

When you put water into the can marked "2"

When you put water into the wrong can

A

B

C

D

94 Do both the cans contain the same thing?No, they contain two different liquids

Yes

Yes, they contain both water and oil

No, they contain three different liquids

A

B

C

D

95 What must you do if you put oil into the wrong can?Put water into the can

Change the label on the can

Put oil into the can marked "2"

Tell your supervisor

A

B

C

D


CROYDON TECHNICAL INSTITUTE TO TEACHING STAFF:

Tuesday 4th October. The staff meeting scheduled for tomorrow at 6.30 pm has been called off until further notice. Teachers who have urgent matters to discuss with the Headmaster should contact Mrs Grimes in Administration. Appointments with the Headmaster cannot be arranged for Tuesdays or Thursdays.96 When is the next staff meeting scheduled for?

It is scheduled for Tuesday 11th October

Cannot say

It is scheduled for urgent matters

Tomorrow at 6.30 pm

A

B

C

D

97 On which of these days is it possible for teachers to have an appointment with the Headmaster?11th October

13th October

6th October

7th October

A

B

C

D

98 When was the staff meeting due to be held?Wednesday 5/10 at 6.30 pm

Wednesday 4/10 at 6.30 am

Tuesday 4th October

Wednesday 15/10 at 6.30 pm

A

B

C

D

99 Who should contact Mrs Grimes?Teachers who need an appointment on Thursday

Anybody

Teachers with urgent matters to be discussed

Anybody who wants a staff meeting

A

B

C

D

100 What kind of subjects are taught at this institute?All subjects

Art subjects

Technical subjects

Teaching subjects

A

B

C

D


The passenger must affix a label with his name and surname on his cabin and/or checked baggage. Baggage presented by the passenger without a name label will not be accepted by the carrier. Identification labels are available at any sales office and airport.Fragile or perishable articles, money, jewellery, precious metals, silverware, negotiable papers, securities or other valuables, business documents, passports and other identification documents or samples shall not be accepted as checked baggage.

101 Who is 'the carrier'?The company which deals with passenger luggage

The airline with which you are flying

The travel agency where you booked your ticket

A passenger travelling with sample products

A

B

C

D

102 Are you allowed to put fruit and vegetables in checked baggage?Yes, but only certain types

Yes, but only if travelling in EEC countries

No, never

No, because of security precautions

A

B

C

D

103 In which circumstance will the carrier refuse to accept luggage?If it has not been labelled by the passenger

If it has not been labelled with the flight number

If the identification label was not purchased in a sales office or airport

If the luggage bears more than one identification label

A

B

C

D

104 How must cheques and bonds be carried?Safely hidden inside your suitcase

In your hand luggage

In separate clearly identified checked baggage

Inside the safety deposit box on the aircraft

A

B

C

D

105 If you are carrying 20 bottles of perfume, in which circumstance must you put them in your hand luggage?

If they are for personal use only

If you do not own a rigid-type suitcase

If they are samples of products destined to be sold

If they are products which you have purchased with foreign currency

A

B

C

D


IMPORTANT

If a piece of equipment does not work, you need to put a notice on it explaining this, and saying whether the fault has been reported. Make sure that you put the time and date on the notice as well. If you are the only person in your work area, put another notice on your supervisor's desk.

106 When should a notice be put on a piece of equipment?When you are the only person in your work area

Only if the fault has been reported

Only if your supervisor is not there

When the equipment does not work

A

B

C

D

107 If a piece of equipment does not work, which notice should you put on it?18th July. Not working

3.30pm, 18th July. Do not use until further notice

3.30pm, 18th July. Equipment broken. Fault has been reported to maintenance staff

3.30pm. Equipment not working. Do not use until fixed by maintenance staff

A

B

C

D

108 Is it important to state whether the fault has been reported?No, but the time and date are important

Yes, but only if your supervisor is not there

Yes, it is

No, but the date must be specified

A

B

C

D

109 How many notices will you need to write if you are working alone in the area?Only one

Two

None

Three

A

B

C

D

110 If a piece of equipment does not work and you are the only person in your work area, what should you do?

Put one notice on the equipment and one on your supervisor's desk

Put two notices on your supervisor's desk

Give one notice to the maintenance staff and put one on your supervisor’s desk

Put the notice on your supervisor's desk instead of on the equipment

A

B

C

D


It is an offence for passengers to be drunk on board the aircraft and cabin crew may decline to serve alcohol to passengers who appear to be intoxicated.We offer the choice of smoking or non-smoking seating in all cabins on most international flights (cigarettes only), but smoking is forbidden in the toilets or when walking around the aircraft, and domestic flights are totally non-smoking.

111 On which type of flight is cigar-smoking allowed?International and intercontinental flights only

All flights with special seating

None whatsoever

Most international flights

A

B

C

D

112 Where should a passenger who wishes to smoke sit on a domestic flight?It makes no difference, as smoking is forbidden

In the section specified on the boarding pass

In the smoking section

In any seat where smoking is permitted

A

B

C

D

113 Can cabin crew refuse to serve alcohol to a passenger?Yes, if the passenger in question appears to be drunk

No, unless the passenger is under 18 years of age

Yes, if the passenger in question is offensive to cabin crew

No, unless the passenger appears to be ill

A

B

C

D

114 During which phase of the flight are you allowed to smoke in the toilets?During take-off only

As soon as the aircraft has reached an appropriate altitude

Once the Fasten Seat Belts sign has been switched off

Never

A

B

C

D

115 What must you not do when walking around the aircraft?You must not drink alcohol

You must not talk to cabin crew

You must not smoke

You must not enter the non-smoking section if you are smoking

A

B

C

D


This telephone can only be used for internal calls. When making a call follow the instructions below:(i) Lift the receiver and wait for the high pitch tone.(ii) Press R and then dial the required number.(iii) When the telephone is answered press S and speak.(iv) When finishing the call, replace the receiver and press F.When answering a call follow the instructions below:(i) Lift the receiver and press A.(ii) When finishing the call replace the receiver and press F.

116 When making a call, before dialling the required number what do you need to do?Lift the receiver, wait for the high pitch tone and press R

Lift the receiver only

Lift the receiver and press S

You do not need to do anything before dialling the number

A

B

C

D

117 When finishing a call what button do you press?R

F

S

A

A

B

C

D

118 What type of calls can be made with this telephone?All calls

External calls only

Internal calls only

Long distance calls only

A

B

C

D

119 If you are making a call, when will you be able to speak?After pressing F

After pressing S

Just after lifting the receiver

After pressing A

A

B

C

D

120 How do you answer a call?By lifting the receiver and pressing R

Just by lifting the receiver

By replacing the receiver

By lifting the receiver and pressing A

A

B

C

D


It is imperative that the cooker is installed in a well aerated room, in accordance with the relevant prescriptions in force.If the cooker has to be installed near other cabinets, allow at least a 20-mm distance between the cooker side walls and the cabinet walls. The wall behind the cooker must be flameproof and withstand up to 80°C temperature rise.

121 Which temperature must the wall behind the cooker be able to withstand?It must withstand any temperature up to 100°

Up to 80°C

It must withstand a temperature beyond 80°C

Temperatures fluctuating between 35°C and 90°C

A

B

C

D

122 What do the relevant prescriptions in force dictate?That the cooker must be installed in a well aerated room

That the cooker and all other kitchen equipment must be of the same make

That the cooker must use town gas

That a 20-mm distance must be allowed between the cooker and the fridge

A

B

C

D

123 How must the wall behind the cooker be?It must be at least 65 cm away from the back of the cooker

It must be waterproof and flameproof

It must be covered with ceramic tiling

It must be flameproof

A

B

C

D

124 In which type of room must the cooker be installed?In a very large room

In a kitchen

In a room without ventilation

In a well aerated room

A

B

C

D

125 Which precautions must be taken when the cooker is installed near other cabinets?The colours and sizes must be identical

At least a 20-mm distance must be allowed between the cooker and the cabinets

The cabinets and cooker must be produced by the same firm

At least a 20-cm distance must be allowed between the cooker and the cabinets

A

B

C

D


The fire alarm is a continuous ring of a bell. An intermittent ring indicates a fire practice. When the fire alarm rings, go to your fire assembly area. When the fire practice bell rings, your supervisor will tell you what to do. Three short rings of the bell should be ignored, as this is to test the equipment.

126 When will your supervisor tell you what to do?When you hear an intermittent ring

When he is testing the equipment

When you hear a continuous ring

When he is ringing the fire alarm

A

B

C

D

127 What should you do when you hear a continuous ring of a bell?Wait for your supervisor to tell you what to do

Go to your fire assembly area

Sound the fire alarm

Ignore it

A

B

C

D

128 Which sound indicates that the equipment is being tested?A loud noise

A continuous ring

Three short rings

An intermittent ring

A

B

C

D

129 When you hear three short rings, what should you do?Test the equipment

Ring the fire alarm

Ignore them

Go to your fire assembly area

A

B

C

D

130 What does an intermittent ring of a bell indicate?A fire alarm

A fire practice

The equipment is being tested

You should go to your fire assembly area

A

B

C

D


IMPORTANT

If for some reason the match is called off you need to put a notice in the local paper explaining this and saying the date and time of the match. If the match was meant to be on a Saturday or Sunday you should also put a notice on the front gates. Whenever a match is cancelled the pitch should be cut and watered.

131 Which of the following advertisements is correct if a match has been called off?The 2.00pm match on Wensday 18 July is cancelled

The 2.00pm matche on Wednesday 18 July is cancelled

The 2.00pm match on Wednesday 18 July is cancelled

The 2.00pm match on Wednesday 18 Jully is cancelled

A

B

C

D

132 What should happen to the pitch when a match is cancelled?It should be cut and watered

It should be cut only

It should be watered only

Nothing should be done to it

A

B

C

D

133 If a match on a Saturday has been called off, what do you need to do?Put an advertisement in the local paper only

Put an advertisement in the local paper and a notice on the gates

Put a notice on the gate only

None of these

A

B

C

D

134 If a match on a Thursday is called off, what do you need to do?Put a notice on the gates only

Put an advertisement in the local paper and a notice on the gates

Put an advertisement in the local paper only

None of these

A

B

C

D

135 When do you need to put both a notice in the local paper and one on the gates?When the match was meant to be on a Monday

When the match was meant to be on a Sunday

Never

When the match was meant to be on a Wednesday

A

B

C

D


HOW TO SAFEGUARD YOUR FILM

Never leave rolls of film in a car during the summer or near sources of heat.Do not store your film in excessively dusty or damp places.On no account must the film become wet.In hot months, it can be useful to keep unused rolls of film in the refrigerator. If your luggage contains film to be developed, check with the airport staff that the X-ray equipment is the modern type and therefore harmless to film.Once a roll of film has been used, get it developed as promptly as possible.Always check the expiry date on rolls of film before you buy them!

136 Should you still use the film if it happens to fall in a puddle?No

At times

Yes, but only in certain conditions

Yes

A

B

C

D

137 How should a film be developed?As well as possible

As easily as possible

As quickly as possible

As carefully as possible

A

B

C

D

138 What do you need to do when buying a film?Check the brand

Check the date within which it should be used

Check the production date

Check the type

A

B

C

D

139 Is it wise to keep your film in a bathroom cabinet?Not if the cabinet is dusty

Yes, as bathrooms are steamy and damp

Yes, as bathrooms are dusty

You can keep it anywhere that's cool

A

B

C

D

140 Which of the following is a bad place to leave rolls of film?Next to a radiator

In a drawer

On a shelf in the refrigerator

In a cupboard

A

B

C

D


The arrival of a train is signalled by five short rings of a bell. Passengers cannot board a train until the public address system announces that they may do so. A continuous ring of a bell indicates that the train doors are about to be closed. Information regarding timetable changes will be given through the public address system.

141 What will happen just after a continuous ring of a bell?A train will arrive

The train doors will be closed

A timetable change will be announced

The train will leave the station

A

B

C

D

142 Can passengers board a train at any time?No, they must wait until the public address system tells them they can

No, unless a continuous ring of a bell is heard

Yes, if the train is going in the right direction

Yes, if the train is going to be delayed

A

B

C

D

143 Which information is given through the public address system?Fare changes

That the train doors are about to be closed

Changes in arrival and departure times

That a train is arriving

A

B

C

D

144 How can you find out if your train is going to be delayed?Ask the stationmaster

Listen to the public address system

You will be warned by a bell

Check the timetable

A

B

C

D

145 Which sound indicates that a train is arriving?A long whistle

Five long rings of a bell

Five short rings of a bell

A continuous ring

A

B

C

D


If your dog goes missing, place notices at nearby schools, churches and shops.Remember to include your phone number and the dog's name, breed, physical traits and location when last seen. Place an ad in your local paper, and be sure to offer a reward.

146 What can you put in the local paper?A notice

A report

An ad

A reward

A

B

C

D

147 Is it better if a notice includes the dog's name?No

Cannot say

Yes

Only if the dog is missing

A

B

C

D

148 If your dog goes missing, what should you place at nearby schools, churches and shops?A warning

An ad

A notice

A list

A

B

C

D

149 What does ' physical traits ' mean?Physical characteristics

A way of behaving

Defects

Age

A

B

C

D

150 Should you offer a reward to the person who finds your dog?Absolutely not

No, you should offer a cheque

No, you should offer a donation

Yes

A

B

C

D


STOLEN PROPERTY

Burglaries took place in five separate houses on Westwood Avenue last night, between midnight and four thirty in the morning. The following are accurate descriptions of articles taken during the burglaries. If you think you have seen any of these items in shops or markets, or if you have any useful information to give, please contact Fairburn Road Police Station immediately.

18k gold Rolex watch with "To Peter" engraved on the back; jade bead necklace with silver clasp and safety chain; antique gold carriage clock (c. 1820) with floral engravings on the sides and top; smoke grey Saba 12inch screen portable television; pearl and diamond studded lady's ring bearing the words "Sarah - George 14th June 1974" on the band; small silver and ivory jewellery case with a green velvet lining and one hinge missing.

151 What further details can you give about the carriage clock?That it was made exactly in 1820

That it has engravings of birds on the sides and top

That it has flowers engraved on the sides and top

That it is shaped like a carriage

A

B

C

D

152 Sarah Lewis got engaged in June 1974. Could any of the articles listed be hers?No, none of them

Yes, the portable television

Yes, the pearl and diamond ring

No, because she is divorced

A

B

C

D

153 Who would the police like to hear from?The burglar

People with helpful information to give

People who know which houses were burgled

The residents of Westwood Avenue

A

B

C

D

154 What happened on Westwood Avenue last night?Five houses were damaged and stolen

Five properties were stolen

A burglary took place

Several houses were broken into and burgled

A

B

C

D

155 Who does the Rolex belong to?A man named Peter

Somebody wealthy

Sarah and George

The burglar

A

B

C

D


Before cleaning this appliance, always pull the plug out of the outlet first. Brush out the tweezer discs and the feed-in combs with the cleaning brush after every use. To clean the tweezer discs and the feed-in combs thoroughly, use a few drops of alcohol.Remove the tweezer head once in a while by pressing the side marked with an arrow with your thumb, and then pushing the tweezer head away.

156 How can the tweezer head be removed?By pulling the side marked with an arrow

By pushing the side marked with an arrow

By pulling the tweezer head away

By pulling the side marked with your thumb

A

B

C

D

157 What must be done before the appliance is cleaned?The outlet must be switched off

The tweezer head must be removed

The plug must be pulled out of the outlet

It must be switched off only

A

B

C

D

158 What can be used for thorough cleaning of the feed-in combs?A small quantity of oil

A few drops of water

The cleaning brush

A few drops of alcohol

A

B

C

D

159 When should the tweezer head be removed?Absolutely never

Every now and then

Each time the appliance is used

Before switching the appliance on

A

B

C

D

160 When should the tweezer discs and the feed-in combs be brushed out?While the appliance is switched on

If the appliance seems faulty

Once in a while

After every use

A

B

C

D


Follow these instructions to avoid damaging the equipment:

· Do not use it when there is lightning in the vicinity. Disconnect the power cable of connected equipment.· Do not allow the equipment to become wet.· When the equipment is not in use, remove the battery pack.· Do not use it in places over 40°C.· Do not use it in places below 0°C.· Do not use the equipment in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.· Do not open the cabinet.· Do not clean the equipment until the battery pack has been removed or other power units have been disconnected.

161 In which of these places can you use the equipment?In the country

In a desert where the temperature is 42°C

At the North Pole

In a swimming pool

A

B

C

D

162 If you leave the equipment in a drawer for a month, what should you do?Clean it

Remove the battery pack

Open the cabinet

Make sure it is turned on

A

B

C

D

163 When should the cabinet be opened?When the equipment requires cleaning

Never

Only in places below 40°C

Only in places not subject to excessive humidity

A

B

C

D

164 Is this equipment waterproof?No, absolutely not

Yes, but only in certain conditions

At times

No, unless the cabinet is securely closed

A

B

C

D

165 In which of the following situations must the equipment not be used?In a room with artificial lighting

Outdoors

When there is an electrical storm nearby

In places below 40°C

A

B

C

D


This appliance may only be used for five hours at a time and between each usage it should be allowed to cool down completely (about 40-50 minutes). The appliance must not be touched while it is on, and if a burn is received the doctor should be called immediately.

166 What must happen to the appliance between each usage?It must be kept warm

The mechanic should be called to see it

It should be used again

It should be allowed to cool down completely

A

B

C

D

167 For how long can the appliance be used at any one time?5 minutes

40-50 minutes

5 hours

There is no time limit

A

B

C

D

168 How long does the appliance take to cool down completely?40-50 minutes

5 hours

5 minutes

4-5 hours

A

B

C

D

169 If you burn yourself, what should you do?Call the doctor immediately

Allow the appliance to cool down

Call the doctor after 40-50 minutes

Allow the burn to cool down

A

B

C

D

170 What must you never do?Touch the appliance while it is off

Call the mechanic

Touch the appliance while it is on

Turn the appliance off

A

B

C

D


This equipment is supplied with two different types of cutting blades. When needed, blade A must be installed in the lower section and this can be used to chop or mince vegetables and meat. Place a maximum of 150g of food in the lower section each time you operate blade A. The second blade supplied (blade B) is suitable for chopping soft fruit only. Do not remove this blade from the upper section of the equipment.

171 Is blade B suitable for preparing the meat destined to become hamburgers?Yes

That depends on the quantity

No, it is suitable for vegetables

Absolutely not

A

B

C

D

172 Which section can be used for cutting up strawberries?Cannot say

The upper section

The lower section only

Neither section

A

B

C

D

173 Can you use the lower section to chop four hundred and fifty grams of carrots?No

Yes, because this section is for vegetables

Yes, but you will have to do three separate chopping operations

Never

A

B

C

D

174 What should never be done?You must never chop fruit

You must never remove blade A

You must never install blade B

You must never remove blade B

A

B

C

D

175 Where is blade B located?In the central section

In the upper section

In neither section

In the lower section

A

B

C

D


NOTES ON CONNECTION

· Turn off the power of each unit before making connections.· Connect the AC power cord last. For the model supplied with the plug adaptor, use it if the plug of the power cord does not match your wall outlet.· Insert the AC power cord firmly into the AC IN jack on the rear panel of the unit before you connect it to an AC outlet.· Be sure to insert the plugs firmly into the jacks. Loose connection may cause hum and noise.· Leave a little slack in the connecting cord to allow for inadvertent shock or vibration.· Cord plugs and jacks are colour coded. Red plugs and jacks are for the right channel and white ones for the left channel.

176 What should be done before making connections?The AC power cord should be connected

The plugs should be inserted into the jacks

The adaptor should be checked

The power of each unit should be turned off

A

B

C

D

177 What colour are the right channel jacks?White

Impossible to say

Red

Any colour

A

B

C

D

178 What could be a possible cause of noise?A slack connecting cord

Loose connection of plugs in the jacks

Loose connection of jacks in the plugs

A wall outlet which does not match

A

B

C

D

179 Should the connecting cord be taut?Yes, to prevent damaging it

Yes, it is best

No, it should be tight

No

A

B

C

D

180 Where can the AC IN jack be found?Near the AC outlet

On the back panel of the unit

Inside the unit

Next to the left channel jack

A

B

C

D


WARNING

This medicine is likely to cause drowsiness and it is therefore dangerous to drive or operate machinery after taking it. Drowsiness could last for up to five hours. Alcohol should not be drunk until six hours after the medicine has been taken. Children under 12 must not be given this medicine.

181 How long is the medicine likely to cause drowsiness?Up to 3 hours

Up to 5 hours

Up to 4 hours

Up to 6 hours

A

B

C

D

182 Who must not be given this medicine?Children under 12

Children under 18

Pregnant women

No one should take the medicine

A

B

C

D

183 What is dangerous after taking the medicine?Sleeping

Drinking water

Driving

Eating

A

B

C

D

184 Can you give this medicine to a 13 year-old boy?Yes, if he is not driving

No

Yes

Never

A

B

C

D

185 How long should you wait before drinking alcohol if you have taken the medicine?3 hours

4 hours

5 hours

6 hours

A

B

C

D


HOSPITAL UNIFORM

Female nursing staff: white low-heeled shoes; minimum jewellery; light blue hospital uniform (dark blue for senior nursing staff); white starched cap; hair short or tied back.Male nursing staff: white hospital shoes; minimum jewellery; light blue hospital uniform (dark blue for senior nursing staff); short hair.Medical students: appropriate footwear; minimum jewellery; light blue hospital uniform; white laboratory coat; short hair.Chief physicians and senior consultants: appropriate footwear; minimum jewellery; suitable clothing; white laboratory coat; short hair.

186 Which staff members are allowed to wear a ponytail at work?None

Female nurses

Doctors only

Male nurses

A

B

C

D

187 Lionel Sykes is training to be a dermatologist. What colour is his uniform?Dark blue

He isn’t obliged to wear a uniform

Light blue

Any colour, provided he wears a laboratory coat on top

A

B

C

D

188 Dr. Anne Black is a highly skilled brain surgeon. Is she obliged to wear hospital uniform?Yes, she is

Yes, under her laboratory coat

No, but she must wear white hospital shoes

No, but she must wear a laboratory coat

A

B

C

D

189 Which of the following can nursing staff wear?A ring on each finger

Brown leather shoes

Long gold earrings

A white starched cap

A

B

C

D

190 Dr. James Seaway is Head of the Intensive Care Unit. Can he wear a suit while he is working?Yes, under his laboratory coat

No, he must wear a laboratory coat

Yes, under his hospital uniform

No, he must wear a dark blue hospital uniform

A

B

C

D


If the escalator gets blocked, you must warn a member of staff at once by pressing the red alarm button. A staff member will arrive within 5 minutes, and will direct you to the nearest stairs or lift.

191 How long will it take the staff member to arrive?It depends on the circumstance

No more than 5 minutes

About 15 minutes

None of these

A

B

C

D

192 When should the red alarm button be pressed?If a staff member has not arrived within 5 minutes

When the escalator has been unblocked

Never

If the escalator gets blocked

A

B

C

D

193 When must you press the alarm button if the escalator gets blocked?After waiting for about five minutes

When the staff member arrives

Immediately

Within 5 minutes

A

B

C

D

194 Where will the member of staff direct you?To the nearest emergency exit

To the nearest stairs or lift

To another escalator

To the entrance

A

B

C

D

195 What does the alarm button do?It unblocks the escalator

It contacts the nearest police station

It warns a member of staff that the escalator is blocked

It indicates the nearest emergency exit

A

B

C

D


If a passenger wishes to hand in a piece of lost property, you should refer him to the stationmaster. If you are alone in the station you need to record the details in the log book. Details must include the date, the passenger's name and address and a brief description of the piece of property.

196 If the stationmaster, yourself and the booking clerk are all in the station who should take the details of the lost property?

Yourself

The stationmaster

The booking clerk

It does not matter who takes the details

A

B

C

D

197 Which of the following is the correct set of details for a piece of lost property?27 August 1986 Mr R Brown 17 Arnolds Avenue London N1 1 pair of brown children's shoes

27 August 1986 Mr R Brown 17 Arnolds Avenue London N1 1 pair of broon children's shoes

27 August 1986 Mr R Brown 1 pair of brown children's shoes

27 August 1986 17 Arnolds Avenue London N1 1 pear of brown children's shoes

A

B

C

D

198 What details need to be taken when a piece of lost property is handed in?Just the name and address of the passenger

Just a brief description of the lost property and the date

The date, name and address of the passenger and a brief description of the property

Just the name and address of the passenger and the date

A

B

C

D

199 If you need to deal with the lost property where should you record the details?In the stationmaster's record book

In the log book

On a lost property form

No details should be taken

A

B

C

D

200 When should it be you that records the details in the log book?When you are alone in the station

When the stationmaster is in the station

When both you and the stationmaster are in the station

When the booking clerk is in the station

A

B

C

D


Adequate ventilation is essential to prevent failure in the electrical components. Avoid direct sunlight on the cabinet, and on the face of the picture tube. Adjust lamps or the position of the set to avoid undesirable reflections of light and place the set on a completely horizontal surface. Ensure that there are no external magnetic materials e.g. loudspeakers near the TV.The cabinet can be kept in good condition simply by wiping with a clean, damp and soft cloth. Do not use solutions containing benzol, petroleum or any chemical cleaning cloths. The screen face may be cleaned with a damp, soft cloth and mild soap.

201 What type of surface must the set be placed on?A soft surface

A rigid surface

A horizontal surface

A clean surface

A

B

C

D

202 What is essential to prevent failure of the electrical components?The position of the TV

Adequate ventilation

Direct sunlight

Chemical solutions

A

B

C

D

203 Can soap be used for cleaning the screen?Yes, as long as it is mild

Yes, unless it is mild

Absolutely not

No, you must use alcohol

A

B

C

D

204 Can direct sunlight damage the face of the picture tube?Cannot say

Yes, it should be avoided

No

No, it is good for it

A

B

C

D

205 Is it wise to place this TV next to your stereo speakers?Yes, it is

Not really

No, absolutely not

It is perfectly alright to do so

A

B

C

D


BUS SERVICE DURING THE CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR PERIOD

December 24th Normal service until 9pm. From 9pm to 6am (December 25th) buses will be available every half hour.December 25th From 6am to noon SERVICE SUSPENDED. From noon to midnight buses will be available every hour.December 26th Normal service.December 31st Normal service until noon. From noon to 6am (January 1st) SERVICE SUSPENDED.January 1st From 6am onwards, normal service.

206 How often do the buses run on Christmas Eve?Every 30 minutes until 9pm

Every 30 minutes after 9pm

Every hour

Every hour after 9pm

A

B

C

D

207 When is the service suspended from 6am to midday?On Christmas Day

On Christmas Eve

On New Year's Day

On December 26th

A

B

C

D

208 When will buses only be available every hour?From noon to midnight on Christmas Eve

From midday to midnight on Christmas Day

On December 26th

From 9pm onwards on Christmas Eve

A

B

C

D

209 What time do the buses start running on New Year's Day?6am

They don't, as the service is suspended

At the normal time

Noon

A

B

C

D

210 Is it possible to take a bus at 11am on Christmas Day?Yes, but you must wait 30 minutes

No, it takes too long

Yes, but the buses run every hour

No, it's impossible

A

B

C

D


211Mr Simons comes ____ United States and ____ in New York.A from the / livesB from / liveC at the / leave

at / leavedD

212She ____ very ____.A has / tiredB is / tiredC are / tired

am / tiredD

213____ what time does the meeting ____?A To / startsB From / startedC At / start

When / startD

214I think it _____ rain _____.A will / tomorrowB will be / sometimeC is / yesterday

be / all daysD

215Last week my friend ______ three new ______ .A bought / booksB buys / booksC buyed / bucks

bought / bookD

216_____ he _____ in that office?A Works / notB Don't / worksC Does / job

Doesn't / workD

217____ apartment is smaller than ____.A Paul / IB The Paul's / meC Paul's / mine

The Paul / the mineD

218The _____ project _____ developed in America.A first / wasB fist / isC main / be

premier / willD


219Bank clerks ____ work ____ Sundays.A have not / inB do not / onC did not have / the

does not / atD

220He ____ to know your telephone ____.A to want / numberB want / namberC wanted / number

won't / codeD

221He _____ a good career _____ the Diplomatic Service.A had had / forB had / inC has / being

is having / toD

222Mr Brown and _______ will have a meeting on _______ .A mine / JanuaryB my / next weekC I / Tuesday

me / TusdayD

223I'm afraid Mr. Ball _____ away _____ business.A has gone / onB will / atC do / in

goes / theD

224Paul ____ Italy ___ 1986.A left / inB leaves / onC leaving / in

leave / duringD

225It is the ______ book I have ______ read.A badly / notB worse / everC worst / ever

baddest / neverD

226I ____ to inform you that the train is ____ minutes late.A release / twenyB regrets / twentyC regret / twenty

regreted / twentiesD


227The examination was ______ difficult ______ I expected.A the more / butB least / forC lots / than

less / thanD

228This company _____ formed _____ 1991.A is / byB did / beforeC was / in

wasn't / onD

229_____ you _____ me the time of the next train?A Are / tellB Do / sayC Will / tell to

Can / tellD

230We ____ tell him ____ truth.A did / anB must / theC have / some

had / anyD

231The director _____ the employees _____ extra hours.A wants that / worksB want / toC wants / to work

will / to workD

232I ____ looking for a room ____ rent.A are / forB am / toC has / to

is / forD

233She likes _____ _____ relatives.A visiting / himB to visit / thisC visits / her

visiting / herD

234_____ people work _____ that department?A How much / forB How many / inC How / so

Do / veryD


235We are ____ meet the new boss ____ half an hour.A going to / inB did / atC went to / to

go to / onD

236____ accountant ____ the invoices today.A Our / is checkingB Ours / checkedC The our / has checked

Theirs / checkD

237Mark ____ late ____ usual!A will be / asB would be / soC has been / such

been / asD

238I live _____ London but I _____ go to Milan on business.A in / oftenB to / willC in / am

the / oftenD

239The interview _____ be published in the _____ edition of the newspaper.A will / nearB will / nextC will not / yesterday

have to / nearD

240____ man ____ landed on the moon was American.A First / whomB The fist / whichC A / whom

The first / whoD

241There are _____ mistakes _____ this summary.A some / toB a lot / forC lots of / in

the many / inD

242_____ salary is _____ than average.A A / moreB These / higherC What / more

His / higherD


243The _____ was made some _____ ago.A decision / timeB decided / timeC decisions / times

decision / longD

244Mr Smith ____ very early ____.A could leave / neverB will leave / tomorrowC do leave / often

did leave / tomorrowD

245We _____ to inform you that your application _____ successful.A regret / was notB sorry / wasC regrets / is not

must / isD

246It isn't ______! It's ______.A hers / mineB her / myC hers / him

her / ourD

247When _____ the new _____ come into force?A do / legalityB don't / lawC doesn't / laws

does / lawD

248Does Paul ____ ____ new job?A likes / herB liked / itsC like / his

to like / itD

249_____ can sing better _____ you.A None / thenB No-one / thatC Nobody / than

Not / thanD

250Prices ____ by 2.5 % ____.A increase / lastlyB increased / last yearC increases / yearly

have increased / last yearD


251____ can we ____ a good restaurant?A Where / findB Where / foundC From where / to find

Where / findingD

252____is the man with sunglasses ____?A What / waitB Who / waiting forC For who / to wait

For whose / waitingD

253______ can I speak ______ Mr Porter?A Who / toB When / toC Where / the

How / atD

254He has ____ books ____ read.A loft / toB lots / toC a lot of / to

much / toD

255The office ____ every day ____ 17:00.A closes / atB close / onC closed / in

will close / toD

256Last month we ____ ____ Milan for the annual meeting.A come / inB walked / atC go / to

went / toD

257The results of the opinion ____ ____ unexpected.A pole / isB poll / beC poll / were

pall / wasD

258_____ Paul _____ Mary can come to the party.A Neither / norB Or / orC But / so

The / andD


259____ going ____ the cinema this afternoon.A You is / toB I / inC I am / to

I have / inD

260______ a good ______ !A Do / tripB Have / tripC Has / journeys

Be / travelD

261To ______ should I address ______ letter?A who / theB whose / aC whom / this

where / aD

262We _____ discussing it _____ the next conference.A are / atB must / onC have / in

is / atD

263Our courrier ____ our goods ____.A deliver we / the MondaysB delivers / on MondaysC delivered / at Mondays

has delivered / on the MondayD

264______ your answers ______ your teacher.A Give / toB Giving / toC Give / at

Given / andD

265_____ a good weekend! _____ you on Monday.A Have you / SeeB You've / SeenC Do / Be

Have / SeeD

266Please _____ everything _____ your bag.A place / toB put / intoC putting / in

do put / thatD


267I have _____ studied _____ London.A not / byB never / inC always / next

sometime / atD

268_____ the underground _____ reliable than the bus?A Does / beB Is / mostC Was / so

Is / moreD

269The town hall ____ in Central Square, ____ the Science Museum.A is / to the right ofB are / the right ofC were / at the right of

here / to the right ofD

270I ____ a copy of the report ____.A needs / for reading itB need / to read itC needing / to reading it

does need / for to read itD

271____ cigarettes do you ____ a day?A How many / smokeB How much / smokesC How / to smoke

How lot of / smokingD

272____ can run ____ than you.A Nobody / fasterB Non / fastestC No bodies / faster

None / fastestD

273I ______ to inform you that the meeting will be in ______ days.A be writing / tenB am writing / tenC will / tens

must / tensD

274______ sign a contract ______ reading it.A Never / beforeB Always / betweenC All ways / after

Never / underD


275The board will ____ assent to ____ agreement.A nevers / thoseB never / thisC ever / this

ever / thoseD

276He _____ very _____.A is / importanceB is / importantC his / importantly

has / importsD

277They ____ running three ____ a week.A goes / timeB gone / timesC go / times

go / timeD

278____ days ago I lost ____ wallet.A Tree / thoseB Three / myC Three / me

Thre / mineD

279I have not ____ the catalogue ____.A see / justB saw / tillC seen / yet

sees / neverD

280Neither my boss ______ his secretary ______ available.A or / haveB nor / wasC and / is

not / wereD

281He _____ been a member of the European parliament ______ 1995.A has / sinceB was / forC is / since

has / from theD

282You must ____ the old house and ____ a flat in town.A to sell / to buyB sold / boughtC selling / buying

sell / buyD


283The committee _____ formed _____ 1991.A will be / atB is / sinceC was / in

cannot / toD

284We _____ your applications _____ the end of February.A want / alreadyB need / byC has / since

maked / atD

285She goes ____ ____ friends.A to visit / herB visits / hersC see / his

visited / theirsD

286Inflation ______ by 1% ______ month.A would grow / atB grew / lastC growed / last

has grown / the lastD

287Please, ____ the report and ____ what you think of it.A to read / tell itB read / tell meC reading / telling me

reading / telling itD

288The new secretary is the girl ____ ____ glasses.A whom / wearB which / wearingC who / wears

what / wearingD

289The policeman _____ to know my _____.A would / addressesB will / addressC won't / address

wants / addressD

290If we _____ hard our boss _____ very happy.A will work / beB will work / isC work / will be

worked / isD


291Look! ______ report is ______ your desk.A A / ontoB The / onC My / to

The / withD

292There aren't _____ pens _____ the cupboard.A any / inB some / beforeC some / with

any / upD

293If you _____ understand, ______ the person to repeat.A doesn't / willB will / tellsC 'll / for

don't / askD

294The strike ____ tomorrow ____ nine.A would start / onB started / fromC will start / at

start / toD

295_____ is part _____ the European community.A The Italy / fromB Italy / ofC Italy's / of

Italian / atD

296A tremendous earthquake ____ San Francisco ____ the twenties.A destroy / onB destroys / inC has destroyed / for

destroyed / inD

297I _____ play tennis _____ the week, only on Saturdays.A must / notB can / withoutC am / during

never / duringD

298____ lost ____ book.A She / herB She / hersC He / mine

He / yoursD


299Two _____ people live in _____ city.A million / toB millions of / thatC million / that

millions of / anD

300My ______ friend speaks ______ very well.A sisters' / frenchB sisters / FrancesC sister / France

sister's / FrenchD

301I ______ working in this office ______ two years.A will been / sinceB have been / forC have been / since

be / forD

302The books ____ returned by the end ____ week.A will be / of theB are / in theC were / on the

will / at theD

303_____ can I rent a house _____?A Were / fromB Whom / byC What / of

Who / fromD

304____ article ____ published some time ago.A These / wereB This / wasC There / was

There / wereD

305_____ forget to bring a _____.A No / documentsB Me / passportC Do / passports

Don't / documentD

306____ an underground ____ over here?A Are there / stopB There is / rankC Is there / station

There are / lineD


307______ at night is bad for ______.A Student / the eyeB Studying / seeC Studying / the eyes

To study / eyesD

308Excuse me, that seat _____ _____.A is / ourB are / myC is / mine

yours / isD

309How _____ will the meeting _____?A many time / beB much /lastC long / last

time / lostD

310The workers will ______ agree to ______ conditions.A not / thisB never / soC not / these

never / saidD

311He is _____ for _____ days.A here / fiveteenB here / fifteenC there / fives

in / fiftiesD

312He ____ his car ____ year.A buy / oneB buyed / lastC bought / last

buyes / oneD

313The coffee ____ ____ good.A is / veryB ist / veryC is / much

are / lotD

314He's ______ to the office _____ speak to you.A in / toB come / forC comes / for to

coming / toD


315_____ is the book I lent _____?A Where / youB Were / heC We're / me

Where / yourD

316He ____ very tired, he must ____ a holiday.A looks / takeB look / to takeC was looking / took

look / takingD

317The post office is just ______ the church, ______ the school.A after / atB in / nearC to / at

past / next toD

318My secretary _____ _____ efficient.A has / muchB hasn't / moreC is / very

is / noneD

319They _____ get angry if we _____ pay the bill.A won't / toB will / haveC are / don't

will / don'tD

320The first atomic bombs ____ dropped ____ Hiroshima and Nagasaki.A was / inB were / onC had / to

have / atD

321What _____ doing? I _____ the newspaper.A do you / readB are you / 'm readingC have / reading

you / readD

322____ sugar do you ____ in your coffee?A How many / loveB How much / likeC How / likes

How a lot / lovesD


323This is ____ restaurant ____town.A the good / in theB best / than theC the best / in

better / inD

324The office opens _____ on _____.A early / morningB earlier / ThursdaysC not / Thursday

never / the ThursdayD

325_____ money do you _____ on food per week?A How many / costB How much / spendC What / spent

How often / costD

326I'm sorry but Mr Bern ____ away ____.A went / a minute agoB gone / in a minuteC is gone / the minute ago

goes / at the minuteD

327My company _____ sends me _____ Paris.A often / ontoB sometimes / beforeC frequently / to

never / atD

328She must ____ in bed, she ____ a terrible cold.A stays / haveB to stay / hadC stay / has

staying / is havingD

329By order of ____ town council, no ____ are allowed here.A a / bicicleB the / bicyclesC an / bike

these / bicycleD

330____ your shoes ___ the table.A Doesn't leave / betweenB Not leave / fromC Don't leave / under

To not leave / toD


331______ the statistics before you ______ the letter.A Check / sendB Control / sentC Checking / send

Controlled / sentD

332_____ are you _____ that letter to ?A To who / sendB What / writingC Who / sending

Why / sentD

333Peter's office is much _____ than _____.A the larger / mineB too large / myC larger / mine

large / hisD

334This car is ____ expensive ____ that one.A less / thanB last / thatC much / then

very / moreD

335These instructions are _____ difficult to _____.A least / followB so / understoodC such / use

less / followD

336The _____ was to _____ about working conditions.A protest / angryB strike / protestC strikes / be

workers / protestD

337____ alcohol is dangerous for ____.A To drink / childB Drinking / childrenC Drink / childrens

The drinking / childsD

338Two years _____ we went _____ Toronto for the meeting.A before / inB since / atC last / in

ago / toD


339There are _____ extra pens _____ the table.A any / allB an / underC some / on

fews / beforeD

340Neither John ____ Mary ____ available.A no / amB nor / haveC nor / is

neitter / hasD

341Mrs Smith ____ as an interpreter ____ the last ten years.A has worked / forB have worked / sinceC is working / all

has working / inD

342I ____ living here ____ 15 years.A have been / forB has been / sinceC are been / since

was been / forD

343____ isn't ____ bread left.A There / anyB They / anyC Here / an

That / someD

344Peter ____ ____ the morning train at nine.A alway / catchB catches / alwaysC catch / alway

always / catchesD

345You ______ finish the work by ______.A must / FridayB must to / FridayC mustn't / time

must be / thenD

346______ office is in charge ______ marketing.A Our / ofB Ours / ofC Out / to

Now / forD


347We're _____ on a _____ project.A works / betterB working / newC worked / good

working / newlyD

348____ a glass ____ red wine!A Takes / whitB Are / whitC Have / of

Drinks / withD

349Last week I _____ my car to _____ friend.A am selling / myB did sold / theC sold / a

sell / myD

350The book is ______ more interesting than I ______.A very / thoughtB too / thinkC so / think

much / thoughtD

351I'm _____ . _____ you speak more slowly?A a foreigner / CouldB strange / DoesC stranger / Can

a foreign / DoD

352Arthur Brown ______ ______ a security guard.A is / beingB work / likeC works / as

has / workingD

353____ is ____ expensive article in our catalogue.A Those / the veryB This / moreC These / the much

That / the mostD

354______ offices ______ open at weekends.A This / notB These / do notC They / can't

Their / should toD


355We ____ ____ to the seaside.A often / goesB often / goC frequently / to go

had / goingD

356The last train ______ ______ 11p.m..A go / atB leaves / atC is / to

is leaving / nextD

357Mr Brown ____ the manager of the ____ site.A has / builderB is / buildingC are / home

have / houseD

358Yesterday the shop assistant ____ four ____.A to sale / showB sales / shirtC sold / shirts

selled / shirtD

359I saw my ______ three weeks ______.A brother / fromB brothers / latelyC brohter / since

brother / agoD

360The bank _____ _____ 9 a.m. every day.A is open / onB opens / atC opened / in

will open / onD

361The goods ____ delivered on time, ____ worry.A are / won'tB will be / don'tC is / doesn't

will be / doesn'tD

362Next Christmas I am going _____ my _____.A at / cousinsB by / cousinC to / cousin's

in / cousins'D


363The first politician ______ proposed this law was ______.A who / ItalianB whom / ItalianC which / Italy

that / ItalyD

364____ have you ____ him?A When / meetB Where / metC Where / meets

Who / meetD

365I _____ a single room for three _____.A will / nightsB prefer / nightC would like / nights

like / nightD

366The Director's office is ____ than ____.A large / youB more large / yourC larger / yours

much large / the yourD

367Do you ____ ____ in a team?A love / workedB liked / to workC like / working

do / workedD

368She always wears the _____ expensive _____.A so / dressingB very / clothC well / dress

most / clothesD

369She asked ______ ______ close the door.A me / to notB my / toC he / the

me / not toD

370Jill ____ all ____ money on books.A spend / hersB will spend / herC spents / of her

will spent / of hersD


371My _____ school is _____ near our house.A child's / theB daughter's / quiteC daughter / no

child / veryD

372You must ____ to the restaurant next door, it's ____ in town.A go / the bestB to go / the bestC gone / a best

going / betterD

373_____ the new employee ______ English fluently?A How / speaksB Don't / speakingC Do / speaks

Does / speakD

374_____ are you so angry? _____ I've lost my diary.A While / BecauseB When / WhyC But / Because

Why / BecauseD

375The new boss _____ Germany but _____ in Geneva.A comes / livesB is / liveC comes from / lives

does / livedD

376The new secretary ____ English ____.A speak / flouB spoken / fluentC speaks / fluently

spoke / flewD

377I'm ____ back tomorrow ____ to the manager.A going / talkB coming / to talkC having to / talking

to / for talkingD

378Don't turn ____, we ____ go straight on.A on the left / haveB toward left / areC on / had

left / have toD


379______ is not allowed ______ this theatre.A A smoking / atB Smoke / intoC Smoke / at

Smoking / inD

380______ wine ______ you drink last night?A How many / didB How much / didC How / do

The / don'tD

381____ we heard ____ loud noise.A Quick / oneB Suddenly / aC Sudden / an

Quickly / aD

382When he ____ in London he ____ very early in the morning.A were / wakenB is / wokeC was / wakes

was / wokeD

383_____ a newsagent's _____ here?A Is there / nearB Have there / nearC Be / next

There are / nextD

384Spain and Portugal ____ the European Union ____ 1986.A enter / onB enters / atC entering / since

entered / inD

385Planes ______ delayed because ______ bad weather.A were / ofB are / theC be / of

can / aD

386He has not _____ the report _____.A wrote / sinceB writing / nowC wrote / yet

written / yetD


387You ____ read this book, it ____ so interesting.A musts / areB must to / isC musted / was

must / isD

388This jacket is _____ expensive than _____ other one.A many / aB very / toC more / the

most / anD

389He works _____ and _____.A quick / efficientB good / efficientC quickly / well

fastly / goodD

390Do you _____ it will rain? I hope _____.A thinks / notB thank / noC thinking / nots

think / notD

391My ____ girlfriend speaks ____.A brothers / JaponesB brother's / JapaneseC brother / Japan

brotherhood / JapanesesD

392If they _____ me the _____, I'll accept it.A offer / jobB will offer / workC offering / jobs

want / jobD

393The hotel ______ ______ January.A will close / inB will closed / inC be closer / on

have closed / toD

394____ ____ updated price list.A There are / theB Here is / ourC Is here / ours

Are there / theirsD


395We have ______ reports ______ write.A lots of / toB lots / for toC many / for

much / toD

396____ the instructions carefully and ____ us if you need assistance.A Reads / callsB Read / calledC To read / to call

Read / callD

397_____ has taken my _____ bicycle!A Somebody / newB Something / newC Nobody / newly

Who / oneD

398We ______ looking for a new ______.A have / assistanceB must / assisterC don't / assistants

are / assistantD

399The politician _____ his seat _____ 1998.A winned / byB won / inC gets / since

had / agoD

400She is ______ speak ______ the meeting.A not / atB going to / atC often / in

will / onD

401The student _____ finished his studies _____.A hasn't / yetB has / yetC does / now

is / soonD

402_____ the traffic lights turn _____.A In / on the leftB To / leftC At / left

By / on his leftD


403The firm ____ quite ____ from home.A are / nearB were / awayC was / on

is / farD

404His father ______ the manager of the _______ factory.A has / carsB is / carC were / car's

are / careD

405I _____ been to that place _____ at least three years.A have / sinceB haven't / forC 've / by

has / forD

406_____ the information _____ asked for.A There are / doB Here is / youC Where is / him

This / youD

407____ can I ____ a phone card?A What / boughtB Which / to buyC Where / buy

Who / buysD

408Is Mrs. Parker ______ the conference ______?A attend / yesterdayB attending / tomorrowC to / Mondays

be / nowD

409We contacted him _____ e-mail the _____ day.A by / someB on / followC with / near

by / nextD

410She's ____ tennis with her ____.A paying / brotherB playing / brotherC gaming / broder

played / bratherD


411The company _____ far _____ the city centre.A isn't / fromB is much / fromC quiet / at

now / onD

412When it ____ I stay ____.A rains / at homeB to rain / homeC rain / on home

rained / in homeD

413Is Mrs Ross ____ the report ____?A writing / nowB write / todayC wrote / yesterday

written / nowD

414Sorry, I don't ____ , ____ you speak slowly?A understood / hadB see / doesC understand / could

understand / doesD

415If the plane ____ late, we will ____ wait at the airport.A is / have toB will be / had toC won't be / have

is / haveD

416______ are the Hungarian diplomats ______?A What time / arriveB Where / comeC When / arriving

When / do arriveD

417Do they _____ _____ in their spare time?A like / swimmingB likes / to swimC love / the swim

can / swimmingD

418_____ the letter and _____ to me.A Do / make itB Writing / showingC Write / show it

Do / sendD


419Do you often ____ the newspapers ____ the morning?A read / inB reads / onC to read / at

reading / inD

420The newspaper _____ the results of the _____the following day.A published / electionB published / electedsC publicised / elect

voted / electionD

421He has ____ lived ____.A always / in ParisB all / at ParisC almost / Paris

alway / to ParisD

422She _____ the office _____.A left / immediatelyB leave / immediatelyC had left / lastly

leaved / quickD

423We ____ for mushrooms ____ the wood.A are looking / atB are looking / inC looking / inside

has looked / forD

424They ____ the house if the price ____ reasonable.A are buying / areB will buy / isC would buy /will be

buy / will beD

425I am going ____ my ____ .A to / parents'B by / parentsC on / parents'

at / parentD


426______ Japanese food before?A Have you triedB Do you tryC Are you trying

427He’s eating ____ he’s hungry.A because ofB becauseC why

428"No," he ______ "I didn’t speak".A askedB wonderedC answered

429We will go _____ the Mont Blanc tunnel.A throughB alongC between

430What are you talking ____ ?A ofB about ofC about

431I can’t do_______ exercise.A thisB thoseC these

432It is my book: give it _____.A to me backB me backC back to me

433He’s talking about the painter____ masterpieces are exhibited in the museum.A whoseB whichC what

434____ I said is true.A WhatB WhichC It

435The little children have often met in the courtyard where they _____ their time playing.A used spentB used to spendC has spent


436Where does the cinema festival _____ place?A giveB takeC have

437Don’t give me that book; give me this _____ .A onesB thatC one

438I’ve forgotten _____ in my car.A somethingB thingC ones

439He was talking and I ______ him.A were listening toB was listeningC was listening to

440I love music ______ I can’t play any musical instruments.A althoughB in spite ofC despite

441Can you hear______ ?A theirB ourC them

442Nothing can amuse him, ____ interests him.A no-oneB oneC no someone

443Wait, don’t give _____ this book.A himB to himC to his

444My English book and _____ are similar.A the yourB yourC yours

445He’ll be away from Italy ______ Monday.A byB duringC until


446That ladder doesn’t look _______.A safelyB safeC safly

447______ the weather like today?A What’sB How’sC It is

448If the weather _____ good, he’ll go to the seaside tomorrow.A willB isC been

449Don’t worry about the dog. It ________ you.A hurtedB won’t hurtC have hurt

450It seems to me that _____ is over.A sometimesB everywhereC everything

451The city centre was crowded ______ tourists.A ofB inC with

452What are you thinking ____ ?A ofB inC at

453Yes, I can give you _____ .A these oneB this onesC these ones

454We will go to see ______ .A themB theirC theirs

455I wish I could speak English ______ you .A asB howC like


456My father has gone _____ London by car.A inB fromC to

457I’m a bit short_______ money.A inB ofC out

458_____ must I answer to?A WhoB WhatC Which

459I’ve told you_____ .A twiceB for twice timesC twice times

460I can ______ you to the airport.A takeB bringC fetch

461We’ll go on a tour with _____ .A himB hisC he

462It’s cold, you must put on some _____ clothes.A warmB hotC strong

463The _____ wind is the Northern wind.A more coldB colderC coldest

464I spend ______ my spare time gardening.A most ofB muchC many

465The dinner smells ________.A wellB betterC good


466She worked as much _____ him.A soB asC too

467Mr and Mrs White are friends of ______ .A mineB meC my

468Excuse me, there’s ______ at the door.A anyoneB someoneC some

469It is ____ to stay.A more goodB most goodC better

470May I go now, if you don’t ______ ?A worryB meanC mind

471One ______ sisters is ill.A of mineB of myC between my

472I have invited three friends ______ .A of myB of mineC mine

473We’re going to start painting the house tomorrow ________ it’s not raining.A notwithstandingB providedC unless

474There are ______ mistakes in your homework.A lot ofB a lotC a lot of

475_____ can I help you ?A WhatB HowC For how


476It’s late, I really ______ go home now.A mustB haveC had to

477I ______ that book yesterday.A has finishedB finishedC have finished

478I’m English. My friend is English, ____ .A alsoB tooC also he is

479I’m playing tennis tomorrow ________ it’s raining.A unlessB providingC as long as

480There ____ some children in the garden.A wereB has beenC was

481Haven’t you ______ visited this country ?A neverB everC always

482Turn left ______ the traffic lights.A inB onC at

483Those fields are more fertile ______ these ones.A ofB fromC than

484The children can stay here ________ they don’t make too much noise.A untilB unlessC providing

485I’ve met one _____ friends.A of mineB between myC of my


486A selfish man thinks only of ______.A himB self of himC himself

487I hope _____ no danger.A there isn’tB it isn’tC there is

488The Western coasts of France ______ often struck by strong storms.A isB wentC are

489____ times a month do you go to the cinema?A How muchB HowC How many

490____ are you doing ?A WhichB WhereC What

491____ he’s gone out ?A Do thinkB Do you thinkC Do you thinks

492Give me ____ book.A otherB any otherC others

493We must go home immediately: it is _____ midday.A oftenB alwaysC already

494____ we go for a walk ?A LetB ShallC Shan’t not

495Tom isn’t free next Saturday. He ________A will to workB is workingC has worked


496I have still ____ courses to do.A lotsB muchC a lot of

497I met Tom ______ I was waiting for the bus.A duringB whileC meanwhile

498Tell me ____ has won.A whatB whoC which ones

499I ____ now.A am workingB workedC work

500Where do you come____ ?A fromB outC of

501We have parked our car _____ the house.A front ofB belowC in front of

502We already ____ here last year.A comeB wentC came

503He is 44 but he only ______ 35.A showsB looksC demonstrates

504I ____ to buy some beer.A am goB am goingC goes

505I have ______ good news for you.A anB nothingC some


506George came disguised as Pierrot; his costume was ______ at the party.A one of the betterB the betterC one of the best

507You can use my car ________ you drive carefully.A unlessB as long asC . Nevertheless

508I’m tired _______ waiting.A inB ofC at

509Italy has many cities: in the Northern _______ there is a continental climate.A oneB onesC some

510She ______ to spend the summer at the seaside and the winter in the town.A have preferredB has preferredC has favoured

511It is useful to do ______ ten minutes of gym exercises every morning.A at leastB at the leastC lesser

512Don’t give it _____ , please.A meB to mineC to me

513Tom cooks very ________.A goodB bestC well

514_____ to school, I met Daniel.A WhileB GoingC To going

515I’m sure John ________ the job. He has a lot of experience.A will getB getC shall to get


516Your photos are bigger _____ .A to mineB than myC than mine

517My house is big, ______ is small.A yoursB the yourC your

518Do you have a ______32 sweater?A largeB sizeC big

519The Nile river flows through Egypt and it receives two tributaries,____ the White Nile and the Blue Nile.A callingB callsC called

520I must arrive _____ the shop closes.A behindB alongC before

521Tell me ______ you want.A thatB whatC whose

522Give me _____ cheese.A someB fewC very much

523She didn’t like ______ dinner.A thoseB theseC that

524Nora is the only person ________ understands me.A whichB whatC who

525John’s father died ______ years ago.A littleB a littleC a few


526Yesterday I ____ to go to the hospital.A haveB hadC must

527Tim goes to primary school: he ______ with his little friend.A has a good timeB has a timeC have a good time

528____ a beautiful show !A WhatB HowC How much

529Philip has visited the Bosphorus and has brought back ______ of photographs.A manyB a lotC much

530If I could, I _____ to go to the mountains.A wouldB likeC would like

531Paul is____ a new movie.A seeingB lookingC watching

532You ______ a terrible mistake!A didB doC made

533The Louvre is _____ famous palace in Paris.A the mostB the moreC most

534The letter I wrote was full _______ mistakes.A inB forC of

535Whose are ______ books? They’re mine.A thisB theseC that


536Please shut the door________.A quietlyB quietC quite

537He ______ the coasts of Brittany last year.A has visitedB have visitedC visited

538The town he is talking ____ is Edinburgh.A ofB alongC about

539I have talked _____ about this business.A to himB himC to his

540I’m a friend of_____ .A sheB hersC her

541You must remember to _____ thank you to Auntie Jane.A tellsB toldC say

542Winter in Russia is very ______ .A coldB iceC hot

543In a hour’s _____ I’ll wait for you at the school.A timesB of timeC time

544______ he work too much?A DoesB DoC Don’t

545Drive ________ !A carefulB carefullyC with careful


546The town he lives ___ is Strasbourg.A inB byC on

547Have you got_____ camera?A someB aC an

548Last Thursday ______ a tiring day for me.A wereB were thereC was

549She only ate _____ cake.A thoseB someC any

550I gave _______ some advice.A thoseB themC they

551In 10 minutes’ time, I _____ to watch TV.A goingB am goingC am

552Are you interested _______ art and architecture?A inB ofC for

553Will you show ______ the way?A to meB meC mine

554Will you come with me? No, I’ll ______for you in the car.A waitB expectC stay

555Hurry up! You’re always so _______.A slowlyB bit a bitC slow


556The books were ______ .A themB theirC theirs

557I’m going now ________ you want me to stay.A providedB unlessC as long as

558______ is satisfied with himself is happy.A WhoeverB WhomeverC Whatever

559I don’t know what to______.A saidB tellsC say

560Going to Paris, you must go _____ Lyon.A betweenB alongC through

561History is the subject I love ____ .A moreB of moreC most

562This motorcycle is ____ powerful than mine.A lestB lessC least

563______ far is to our hotel?A WhatB HowC How much

564It is the man we often talk _____ .A ofB aboutC along

565Please ______Katherine to call a taxi.A sayB tellC to say


566____ one of these books is the best ?A WhatB WhichC Whatever

567That TV is out of order, it doesn’t ______ .A workB goC use

568The ____ guides are out of the cathedral.A others twoB other twoC two others

569I don’t know ____ actor.A this newB newC these new

570I don’t like ______ wine.A thisB thoseC these

571I’m sorry I ____ spoken.A hasn’tB haven’tC has

572They’ve bought some books _____ my sister.A byB forC at

573What’s ______ on?A happeningB doingC going

574Who gave it ____ ?A at youB through youC to you

575The thief _____ caught by the policeman.A wereB hasC was


576This soup tastes ________.A nicelyB niceC goodly

577Simon ______ his children to go to bed but they didn’t.A tellsB saidC told

578He _____ go to the post office.A mustB haveC has

579He _____ more than 40 years in Africa.A have livedB has livedC living

580I’ll be ______ home on Monday.A backB fromC to

581I’ll go and ______ this coat on.A takeB turnC try

582Where are you ____ this afternoon ?A goB goneC going

583He ____ will bring it to you.A herselfB himselfC self

584Is David one ______ your students?A inB ofC among of

585He is much ______ than me.A most richB more richC richer


586This is the old lady I was talking ___ yesterday evening.A atB fromC to

587You should not leave _____ this weather.A onB inC under

588He ____ been invited.A haveB have notC had not

589Annie is ______ for a new job.A expectingB wantingC looking

590We are responsible ______ serious mistakes.A forB inC at

591You can smoke in here ________ you leave a window open.A unlessB thusC as long as

592The Northern coasts of France are ______ the Channel.A limits byB limitedC limited by

593I don’t agree with ________ you have just said.A whatB whoC that

594By chance, if you _____ some money left, buy me a bottle of perfume.A hadB will haveC have

595Did you hear ________ I said?A whatB whichC that


596Roses are the flowers I love ______ .A mostB muchC many

597This is the road I pass ____ every day.A acrossB throughC between

598They didn’t know what to ______ .A tellB toldC say

599The station is on the ______ side of the road.A anotherB otherC over

600I can’t understand why he’s late, ________ he didn’t get our message.A unlessB providingC as long as

601Can you be________ please?A quietB quietlyC with quiet

602Last Monday I ______ the Natural History Museum with a friend.A visitedB have visitC visit

603The wonder ______ nature fascinates our souls.A inB forC of

604When the bell rang _____ went out.A everybodyB everyC several

605I ____ of going to the hairdresser’s with you.A were thinkingB was thinkC was thinking


606Have you _______your pencil?A foundedB findC found

607He failed the test ______ we expected.A asB likeC how

608We’re going to leave _____ France tomorrow morning.A forB atC to

609Past times seem ______ than the present times.A bestB best ofC better

610Here are a pencil and a pen: do you want this or ______ ?A thoseB theseC that

611____ flowers do not smell.A EveryB AnyC Some

612This is the person about ____ we were talking.A whomB whatC whose

613______ our holiday it rained a lot.A DuringB WhileC Meanwhile

614Mary is very fond _______ animals.A atB inC of

615The engineer ___ project has been approved is German.A whatB whoC whose


616My house has a garden but ______ doesn’t.A my uncleB uncle of mineC my uncle’s

617What would you like ______ your main course?A forB atC in

618______ are some plants which give neither fruit nor flowers.A ThereB WhereC Few

619He looked at me _______.A with angryB angrilyC angrier

620He’s ____ to miss the train.A goneB hasC going

621____ present is quite expensive.A ThisB ThoseC These

622____nice is this old harbour !A How muchB HowC Here

623They ____ a room.A have foundB findedC are found

624He _______ speak to me.A have toB hadC had to

625Do you know ______ old Paul is?A how muchB howC what


626I can’t meet you this evening. A friend of mine ________ to see me.A cameB is comingC was coming

627Have you got this skirt in my_____?A sizeB heightC weight

628I ________ to a party tomorrow night.A will goingB am goingC goes

629Jane ______ in Tokyo two days ago.A has arrivedB is arrivedC arrived

630Who ____ coming?A hasB isC will

631Florence is famous _____ its art treasures.A inB forC at

632Good morning, I ____ some oranges.A wouldB would likeC like

633Your flat is a bit ______ mine.A likeB asC how

634This museum is one _____ important in the world.A the mostB mostC of the most

635You ______ spell syllables to dictate well.A hasB mustC has to


636This is ____ troubles me.A thatB whatC which

637He is ill and can only drink______ milk.A noB anyC some

638_____ a long time since he went to the swimming-pool.A It’s beenB He wasC There is

639I thought he _____ at home.A isB will beC was

640Take this or another, _____ .A it is the sameB is the sameC it is same

641I think that _____ knows him.A noB nobodyC every

642I don’t often ______ you that I love you, do I?A tellB tellsC say

643I don’t need anything ______ .A otherB elseC whichever

644_____ them has their own features.A OnesB EachC Each of

645Today I _____ go to the dentist with my sister.A mustB haveC had to


646Listen _____ : go away immediately.A at meB to meC me

647Do you feel _______ before examinations?A nervousB nervouslyC nerves

648Tell me ________ you want and I’ll try to help you.A for whoB thatC what

649The author ______ we talk about is American.A whichB thatC what

650Your writing is similar _______ mine.A toB onC at

651____ you are, you cannot come in.A WhicheverB WhoC Whoever

652Tell me, ____ French ?A was theyB is youC are you

653Let ______ come in.A heB himC his

654Give us one ____ specials.A of yoursB yourC of your

655You work ______ than your father.A leastB lessC lesser


656Mary ______ here last year, now she’s in London.A has beenB isC was

657I ____ to show you the room.A am goingB goingC will

658The tricolour flag ______ high on the palace since dawn.A has been shownB have shownC have been shown

659Do you want ______ cup of tea?A moreB anotherC other

660I ________ of going to live in Canada.A was thoughtB am thinkingC thinking

661We have been waiting ____ three hours.A forB sinceC along

662The other tourists _____ gone to the coffee shop.A must haveB must areC has

663England is the country we come _____ .A outB forwardC from

664If you are careful, you ______ have troubles.A are neverB will neverC will ever

665He will visit us ____ Christmas.A besideB beforeC behind


666Chambord is _____ biggest castle in the Loire .A oneB theC one of

667Usually, ______ don’t like saying their age.A peopleB personC the persons

668The subject I love ____ is Latin.A the lessB leastC the more

669I _____ wrong.A should toB need beC must be

670It is necessary for me to arrive at the station ____ the train leaves.A beforeB behindC beside

671____ here one more day !A Let’sB Stay usC Let’s stay

672That landscape was one of ______ beautiful.A the moreB the mostC the much

673There ____ always many people.A isB areC was

674_____ beautiful country house you have !A WhatB What aC Which

675Everything ________ he said was true.A whatB thatC who


676The old lady ______ sitting on a stool on the left side of the chimney.A wasB wereC have been

677She studies more ____ you.A ofB thanC that

678Diplomacy is a science ______ rules international relationships.A whichB whatC whose

679I think she is becoming ____ interesting.A more and moreB most and mostC more and most

680Hurry ____ ! It’s time to leave.A upB atC in

681He’s got the ____ rights as you.A equalB selfC same

682_____ do you like ?A WhicheverB What oneC Which one

683If I can, _____ to the country.A I’ll goB will goC will

684Describe their characteristics ____ any difference.A underliningB underlineC underlined

685I’ve got little time and _____ work.A lotB a lot ofC much of


686These books and ______ are French.A those onesB those oneC there one

687There are ____ wonderful books.A somethingB someC someone

688____ saw him go out.A No-oneB NoC Nothing

689It’s difficult to find ______ Italian coffee in England.A veryB rightC real

690I _____ already said it many times.A haveB didC has

691There is _____ TV programme.A newB a newC news

692The Louvre Museum is not ____ far.A tooB a lotC very of

693He has ______ paper nor ink to write.A neitherB norC nothing

694You will find someone ____ help you.A toB thatC who

695The geographical discoveries ______ the end of the Middle Ages.A marksB markC market


696Europe is crossed _____ many rivers.A byB fromC through

697Look over there. Who are ______ men?A thatB thisC those

698She is not ______ careful as you.A asB likeC so like

699After ______ his homework, Paul has gone for a walk in the wood.A doneB doingC did

700Europe was _____ by Napoleon.A been conqueredB conqueredC conquer


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