Test
I. Re-write these sentences to make them more polite. Start each polite phrase with the word(s) given. (3 points)
1 I want to use your phone. Could__________________________________________?
2 Pass me the salt. Can __________________________________________________?
3 I need to borrow your pen. Is it all right____________________________________?
4 Give me a lift to the airport. Would_______________________________________?
5 Open the window. Would you mind_______________________________________?
6 If they call, take a message. Do you_______________________________________?
7 I’m going now. Is it okay_______________________________________________?
II. Complete the article below with these words. See the example. (3 points)
respect / invited / advice / tend / dress / shake / normal / respect |
Advice for job interviews
It’s amazing how many people don’t follow this simple (0) advice when they’ve been (8)_______________ to a job interview. First of all, it’s important to (9)_______________ up. Being smart shows (10)_______________. Secondly, when you go into the interview room, it’s usual to (11)_______________ hands and give a good impression. It’s also (12)_______________ to be nervous but answer the interviewer’s questions confidently. After the interview some people (14)_______________ to send a ‘thank you’ letter or e-mail.
III. Translate the text. Compose five questions to the text. (6 points)
Health Tips for Travelers
Travel is fun and exciting, but not if you get sick. You may think, "Not me. I won't get sick on my vacation!" However, for many people, that is what happens. You do not want to spend your vacation sick in bed, of course. If you have heart trouble, you do not want to make it worse. What can you do to slay in good health? These arc the three things to remember when you travel: relax, sleep, arid cat well.
A vacation is supposed to be a time for relaxing, but tourists often forget that. There are so many places to visit: museums, churches, parks, and shops. You want to see as much as possible, of course, and so you spend most of your days on your feet. This is tiring. Your feet may start to hurt. You may get a headache or a backache. If this is the way you feel, you should take a rest. Do not ask your body to do too much.
If you want to stay healthy, you need to get enough sleep. That is not always easy when you are traveling. You may have a noisy hotel room or an uncomfortable bed. If you do, don't be afraid to change rooms or even hotels. If you are young, you may have other reasons for not sleeping, in many cities the nightlife is exciting. You may want to stay out late at night. Then you should plan to sleep during the day That extra rest can make a big difference.
Finally, whatever age you are, you must eat well. That means eating the right kinds of foods. Your body needs fresh fruits and vegetables and some meat, milk, or fish. You also need to be careful about eating new foods. Try small amounts first to make sure they are okay for you. And of course, stay away from foods that are very rich.
Remember this: If you want to enjoy your vacation, take care of yourself. Give your body some rest. Get enough sleep and eat good, healthy food.