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1.Read the text and choose the correct answer. The library used to be the quietest place for Emma to study. Recently, however, it has become more crowded, forcing her to look for alternative locations where she can concentrate better. What can be inferred about Emma?. a. She needs a quiet environment to study. b. She dislikes the library staff. c. She has stopped studying altogether. d. She prefers studying at home.

2.Read the text and choose the correct answer. Sophie decided to prepare for her exam in the mornings rather than late at night. She noticed that she was more focused and made fewer mistakes when studying before starting her daily activities. Why did Sophie change her study routine?. a. She wanted to finish earlier. b. She had more free time in the mornings. c. She found studying at night too boring. d. She felt more focused earlier in the day.

3.It was unnecessary for them to arrive so early. They ______ arrive so early. a. didn't need to. b. must not. c. shouldn't. d. were not allowed to.

4.The instructions were ________ written, which confused many candidates. a. carefully. b. carelessness. c. careless. d. carelessly.

5.The task was too difficult for him to complete on time. The task was ______ he couldn’t complete it on time. a. so difficult that. b. very difficult. c. too difficult that. d. such difficult that.

6.There has been a noticeable ________ in her speaking skills since last semester. a. improvable. b. improvement. c. improved. d. improving.

7.She speaks English better than anyone else in the group. Nobody in the group ______ she does. a. speaks as well as. b. speaks better. c. speaks worse than. d. can speak like.

8.Read the text and choose the correct answer. During the exam, Alex realised he was running out of time. Instead of panicking, he skipped one difficult question and returned to it later, which helped him complete the test. What strategy helped Alex?. a. Managing time calmly. b. Guessing the difficult questions. c. Ignoring difficult questions completely. d. Answering every question immediately.

9.I regret not practising listening exercises more. I wish ______ more listening exercises. a. I was practising. b. I have practised. c. I had practised. d. I practise.

10.He answered the questions with great ________, despite the pressure. a. inaccuracies. b. accuracy. c. accurate. d. accurately.

11.It is ________ to check your answers before submitting the exam. a. senseless. b. sensitive. c. sensible. d. sensation.

12.Read the text and choose the correct answer. Many candidates worry about making mistakes in the speaking test. However, examiners are more interested in clear communication than perfect grammar, especially when candidates can correct themselves naturally. What does the text suggest about speaking tests?. a. Grammar mistakes always lead to lower scores. b. Accuracy is more important than communication. c. Self-correction is viewed positively. d. Candidates should avoid correcting themselves.

13.Read the text and choose the correct answer. Although online courses offer flexibility, many learners find it challenging to stay motivated without regular deadlines. Some students admit that having fixed schedules helps them organise their study time more effectively. What is the main idea of the text?. a. Online courses are unsuitable for most learners. b. Motivation can be difficult without structured schedules. c. Students prefer traditional classes. d. Flexibility is the biggest advantage of online learning.

14.The examiner commented on the candidate’s ________ use of vocabulary. a. effect. b. effective. c. effectiveness. d. effectively.

15.I last took an international exam three years ago. I ______ an international exam for three years. a. haven't taken. b. wasn't taking. c. am not taking. d. didn't take.

16.I regret not practising listening exercises more. I wish ______ more listening exercises. a. I had practised. b. I practise. c. I was practising. d. I have practised.

17.Read the text and choose the correct answer. The library used to be the quietest place for Emma to study. Recently, however, it has become more crowded, forcing her to look for alternative locations where she can concentrate better. What can be inferred about Emma?. a. She dislikes the library staff. b. She needs a quiet environment to study. c. She prefers studying at home. d. She has stopped studying altogether.

18.Read the text and choose the correct answer. During the exam, Alex realised he was running out of time. Instead of panicking, he skipped one difficult question and returned to it later, which helped him complete the test. What strategy helped Alex?. a. Guessing the difficult questions. b. Answering every question immediately. c. Ignoring difficult questions completely. d. Managing time calmly.

19.The instructions were ________ written, which confused many candidates. a. carefully. b. careless. c. carelessly. d. carelessness.

20.It was unnecessary for them to arrive so early. They ______ arrive so early. a. must not. b. didn't need to. c. were not allowed to. d. shouldn't.

21. She spoke with great ________ during the presentation. (CONFIDENT). a. confidents. b. confidently. c. confidence. d. confidential.

22.Read the text and choose the correct answer. Many people believe that being productive means constantly working. However, studies suggest that taking short breaks can actually improve focus and creativity. Rather than reducing efficiency, stepping away from a task for a few minutes often helps individuals return with a clearer perspective. What is the main point of the text?. a. Breaks are unnecessary in most jobs. b. Creativity is more important than productivity. c. Productivity depends on working without interruptions. d. Short breaks can have a positive effect on performance.

23. It’s a pity I didn’t practise speaking more before the test. I wish ______ more before the test. a. I practise speaking. b. I had practised speaking. c. I have practised speaking. d. I was practising speaking.

24. The instructions were so ________ that many candidates made unnecessary mistakes. (CLEAR). a. unclear. b. clearance. c. clearing. d. clearly.

25. The candidate was too nervous to finish the speaking test successfully. The candidate was ______ finish the speaking test successfully. a. such nervous that. b. too nervous for. c. so nervous that. d. nervous enough to.

26. His ________ to manage time effectively helped him succeed in the exam. (ABLE). a. inability. b. ableness. c. ability. d. able.

27. The exam was so difficult that many candidates failed it. The exam was ______ many candidates failed it. a. so difficult that. b. too difficult that. c. such difficult that. d. very difficult to.

28. The candidate answered the questions ________, even under pressure. (CALM). a. calmly. b. calm. c. calmer. d. calmness.

29. Read the text and choose the correct answer. The café was usually quiet in the mornings, which is why Daniel chose it as his regular place to work. Recently, however, it had become much busier, forcing him to reconsider whether it was still the right environment for tasks that required concentration. Why might Daniel stop working at the café?. a. He prefers working from home. b. The café changed its opening hours. c. It has become too noisy for focused work. d. He no longer likes the café.

30. I started preparing for the exam two months ago. I ______ for the exam for two months. a. have been preparing. b. was preparing. c. prepared. d. am preparing.

31. It is ________ to rely only on memorisation when preparing for exams. (ADVISE). a. advisory. b. unadvised. c. advisable. d. advised.

32. Read the text and choose the correct answer. Tom had always enjoyed reading, but after starting a full-time job, he found it harder to concentrate on books in the evenings. Instead of giving up the habit completely, he began reading short articles during his commute, which allowed him to stay connected to something he loved without feeling overwhelmed. Why did Tom change the way he reads?. a. His job required him to read articles. b. He lost interest in reading books. c. He preferred reading while travelling. d. He no longer had enough time or energy for long texts.

33. It wasn’t necessary for her to revise all the grammar again. She ______ revise all the grammar again. a. was required to. b. mustn't. c. shouldn't have. d. didn't need to.

34. Read the text and choose the correct answer. When Laura accepted a job abroad, she expected the biggest challenge to be the language. However, what surprised her most was how long it took to adjust to everyday routines, such as shopping or using public transport. Although she enjoyed meeting new people, it was the small daily differences that made her feel most exhausted during the first few months. What does the writer mainly describe?. a. The difficulty of learning a new language. b. Laura’s disappointment with living abroad. c. An unexpected aspect of adapting to a new country. d. Her lack of interest in meeting new people.

35. Read the text and choose the correct answer. During the interview, Maria felt confident about her qualifications but became nervous when asked unexpected questions. Although she did not answer every question perfectly, she later realised that her ability to stay calm helped create a positive impression overall. What helped Maria make a good impression?. a. Giving perfect answers to all questions. b. Her strong academic background. c. Remaining calm despite difficulties. d. Preparing answers in advance.

36. She spoke with great ________ during the presentation. (CONFIDENT). a. confidence. b. confidential. c. confidently. d. confidents.

37. The candidate answered the questions ________, even under pressure. (CALM). a. calm. b. calmness. c. calmer. d. calmly.

38. It’s a pity I didn’t practise speaking more before the test. I wish ______ more before the test. a.I practise speaking. b.I have practised speaking. c.I had practised speaking. d. I was practising speaking.

39. Read the text and choose the correct answer. Many people believe that being productive means constantly working. However, studies suggest that taking short breaks can actually improve focus and creativity. Rather than reducing efficiency, stepping away from a task for a few minutes often helps individuals return with a clearer perspective. What is the main point of the text?. a. Breaks are unnecessary in most jobs. b. Short breaks can have a positive effect on performance. c. Creativity is more important than productivity. d. Productivity depends on working without interruptions.

40. His ________ to manage time effectively helped him succeed in the exam. (ABLE). a. ableness. b. inability. c. ability. d. able.

41. Read the text and choose the correct answer. Tom had always enjoyed reading, but after starting a full-time job, he found it harder to concentrate on books in the evenings. Instead of giving up the habit completely, he began reading short articles during his commute, which allowed him to stay connected to something he loved without feeling overwhelmed. Why did Tom change the way he reads?. a. He preferred reading while travelling. b. He lost interest in reading books. c. His job required him to read articles. d. He no longer had enough time or energy for long texts.

42. The candidate was too nervous to finish the speaking test successfully. The candidate was ______ finish the speaking test successfully. a. too nervous for. b. nervous enough to. c. so nervous that. d. such nervous that.

43. The instructions were so ________ that many candidates made unnecessary mistakes. (CLEAR). a. clearly. b. clearing. c. unclear. d. clearance.

44. It wasn’t necessary for her to revise all the grammar again. She ______ revise all the grammar again. a.mustn't. b.shouldn't have. c.was required to. d.didn't need to.

46. Read the text and choose the correct answer. The café was usually quiet in the mornings, which is why Daniel chose it as his regular place to work. Recently, however, it had become much busier, forcing him to reconsider whether it was still the right environment for tasks that required concentration. Why might Daniel stop working at the café?. a. He prefers working from home. b. He no longer likes the café. c. It has become too noisy for focused work. d. The café changed its opening hours.

47. Read the text and choose the correct answer. When Laura accepted a job abroad, she expected the biggest challenge to be the language. However, what surprised her most was how long it took to adjust to everyday routines, such as shopping or using public transport. Although she enjoyed meeting new people, it was the small daily differences that made her feel most exhausted during the first few months. What does the writer mainly describe?. a. An unexpected aspect of adapting to a new country. b. Laura’s disappointment with living abroad. c. Her lack of interest in meeting new people. d. The difficulty of learning a new language.

47. I started preparing for the exam two months ago. I ______ for the exam for two months. a. have been preparing. b. am preparing. c. was preparing. d. prepared.

48. The exam was so difficult that many candidates failed it. The exam was ______ many candidates failed it. a.so difficult that. b. very difficult to. c. too difficult that. d. such difficult that.

49. Read the text and choose the correct answer. During the interview, Maria felt confident about her qualifications but became nervous when asked unexpected questions. Although she did not answer every question perfectly, she later realised that her ability to stay calm helped create a positive impression overall. What helped Maria make a good impression?. a.Remaining calm despite difficulties. b.Giving perfect answers to all questions. c.Her strong academic background. d.Preparing answers in advance.

50. It is ________ to rely only on memorisation when preparing for exams. (ADVISE). a.advisory. b. advised. c. unadvised. d. advisable.

51. Read the text and answer the question. Carlos enjoyed studying in the library because it was quiet, but recently he found it difficult to concentrate. The noise from nearby construction made it impossible for him to focus on his reading, so he decided to work from home instead. Why did Carlos change his study location?. a. He preferred studying alone. b. The library was too crowded. c. He wanted to save time. d. There was too much noise.

52. Which opening is MOST suitable for an informal email to a friend?. a. Dear Sir or Madam. b. Hi Sofia!. c. To whom it may concern d. Yours faithfully.

53. Which phrase is MOST appropriate in a formal letter of request?. a. I really need this ASAP. b. Please do it now!. c. I would appreciate your assistance. d. Hey, can you help?.

54. I regret not checking my answers carefully. I wish ______ my answers more carefully. a. I check. b. I had checked. c. I would check. d. I checked.

55. The teacher praised the student’s ________ during the debate. (ARTICULATE). a. articulation. b. articulate. c. articulator. d. articulately.

56. An article for a student magazine should usually: a. be extremely formal. b. avoid any opinions. c. use legal vocabulary. d. be interesting and engaging.

57. Many candidates felt ________ before the speaking test. (ANXIOUS). a. anxious. b. anxiously. c. anxieties. d. anxiety.

58. The students worked ________ to finish on time. (EFFICIENT). a. efficient. b. inefficiency. c. efficiently. d. efficiency.

59. If the task says: “Write a review of a restaurant you recently visited”, the correct format is: a. Formal letter. b. Essay. c. Review. d. Article.

60.Read the text and answer the question. Emma joined a study group to prepare for her exam. At first, she felt shy, but she soon realised that discussing ideas with others helped her understand difficult topics more clearly. What benefit did Emma gain from the study group?. a. Higher confidence only. b. Fewer assignments. c. Clearer understanding. d. Better time management.

61. I started working on the project three days ago. I ______ on the project for three days. a. have worked. b. have been working. c. worked d. work.

62. Which connector is most appropriate in an essay?. a. By the way…. b. Whatever…. c. Furthermore. d. Anyway….

63. In a book review, you should mainly: a. avoid mentioning your personal view. b. summarise key points and give your opinion. c. list only the author’s biography. d. copy long paragraphs from the book.

64. It was not necessary for her to attend the meeting. She ______ attend the meeting. a. didn’t need to. b. had to. c. shouldn’t. d. mustn’t.

65. Which opening is MOST suitable for an informal email to a friend?. a. Hi Sofia!. b. Dear Sir or Madam. c. Yours faithfully. d. To whom it may concern.

66. Many candidates felt ________ before the speaking test. (ANXIOUS). a. anxious. b. anxieties. c. anxiously. d. anxiety.

67. I regret not checking my answers carefully. I wish ______ my answers more carefully. a. I would check. b. I checked. c. I check. d. I had checked.

68. If the task says: “Write a review of a restaurant you recently visited”, the correct format is: a. Formal letter. b. Article. c. Essay. d. Review.

69. The teacher praised the student’s ________ during the debate. (ARTICULATE). a. articulator. b. articulately. c. articulation. d. articulate.

70. Read the text and answer the question. Emma joined a study group to prepare for her exam. At first, she felt shy, but she soon realised that discussing ideas with others helped her understand difficult topics more clearly. What benefit did Emma gain from the study group?. a. Higher confidence only. b. Fewer assignments. c. Better time management. d. Clearer understanding.

71. Read the text and answer the question. The team’s final project was a success because each member knew exactly what they were responsible for. Instead of everyone doing a little bit of everything, tasks were clearly divided according to skills and strengths. This organisation prevented confusion and saved time. Why was the project successful?. a. Strong leadership. b. Strict deadlines. c. Clear roles. d. Individual work.

72.Which connector is suitable for an essay?. a. Anyway…. b. Whatever…. c. By the way…. d. Furthermore.

73. His ________ to manage time effectively helped him succeed in the exam. (ABLE). a. inability. b. ability. c. ableness. d. able.

74. A key difference between a review and an essay is that: a. A review has no conclusion. b. An essay should never give opinions. c. A review focuses more on opinion, an essay on argument. d. A review must be formal, but an essay informal.

75. What is the most appropriate opening for a formal letter to a company?. a. Hi there!. b. Dear Sir or Madam. c. Hello everyone d. Hey!.

76. The candidate was too nervous to finish the speaking test successfully. The candidate was ______ finish the speaking test successfully. a. such nervous that. b. too nervous for. c. so nervous that. d. nervous enough to.

78. The instructions were so ________ that many candidates made unnecessary mistakes. (CLEAR). a. unclear. b. clearance. c. clearly. d. clearing.

78. An article for a school magazine should generally: a. avoid headings completely. b. only present statistics. c. be engaging and interesting for readers. d. use very formal legal language.

79. A formal letter of complaint should mainly: a. explain the problem clearly and request action. b. describe personal feelings only. c. entertain the reader. d. tell a funny story.

80. A review of a film should mainly: a. advertise the cinema. b. teach grammar. c. summarise the plot only. d. describe and give an opinion.

81. Which feature is common in articles?. a. Extremely formal tone. b. Only short answers. c. Use. d. No personal opinions.

82. Read the text and answer the question. Nina had spent days preparing her presentation. She had excellent slides and knew her topic well, but as the deadline approached, she realised that organising her time was her biggest problem. She often started tasks too late and underestimated how long they would take, which left her feeling rushed and stressed. What was the main challenge for Nina?. a. Speaking in English. b. Technical problems. c. Time management. d. Lack of information.

84. Read the text and answer the question. When Sara moved to Berlin, she was nervous about using public transport. She had heard stories about delays and confusion. However, during her first week, she was impressed by how punctual the buses and trains were. Even during rush hour, most services arrived exactly on time. What surprised the writer most?. a. The crowd. b. The cost. c. The routes. d. The punctuality.

84. Which phrase is appropriate in a formal letter?. a. This was a total disaster!. b. It was super bad…. c. I am writing to express my concern…. d. I was really annoyed….

85. Which phrase is most appropriate in a review?. a. Yours sincerely…. b. To whom it may concern…. c. I absolutely loved it because…. d. Listen up everyone!.

86. ¿Her explanation was extremely ________. (PERSUADE). a. persuasively. b. persuasion. c. persuasive. d. persuaded.

87. Which element is LEAST necessary in a review?. a. Detailed biography of the director. b. Brief description of key aspects. c. Recommendation. d. Personal opinion.

88. I began studying for the test last week. I ______ for the test since last week. a. have studied. b.study. c.was studying. d.have been studying.

89. His ________ improved after practising daily. PRONOUNCE). a.pronunciation. b.pronoun. c.pronouncing. d.pronounced.

90. Read the text and choose the correct answer. When Laura accepted a job abroad, she expected the biggest challenge to be the language. However, what surprised her most was how long it took to adjust to everyday routines, such as shopping or using public transport. Although she enjoyed meeting new people, it was the small daily differences that made her feel most exhausted during the first few months. What does the writer mainly describe?. a.Her lack of interest in meeting new people. b.The difficulty of learning a new language. c.An unexpected aspect of adapting to a new country. d.Laura’s disappointment with living abroad.

91. She was too tired to continue. She was ______ continue. a. too tired for. b.so tired that shecouldn’t Keeps the same meaning. c.tired enough to. d. such tired that.

92. Read the text and answer the question. Many students believe that studying for hours without stopping is the best way to prepare for exams. However, recent studies suggest the opposite. Taking short, regular breaks helps the brain process information more effectively and reduces anxiety, leading to better overall performance. What does the writer suggest to reduce stress?. a.Taking regular breaks Breaks. b. Ignoring mistakes. c. Avoiding revision. d. Studying all night.

93. Read the text and choose the correct answer. Tom had always enjoyed reading, but after starting a full-time job, he found it harder to concentrate on books in the evenings. Instead of giving up the habit completely, he began reading short articles during his commute, which allowed him to stay connected to something he loved without feeling overwhelmed. Why did Tom change the way he reads?. a.His job required him to read articles. b.He lost interest in reading books. c.He no longer had enough time or energy for long texts. d.He preferred reading while travelling.

94. The candidate was too nervous to finish the speaking test successfully. The candidate was ______ finish the speaking test successfully. a.such nervous that. b.nervous enough to. c.too nervous for. d.so nervous that :.

95. The students worked ________ to finish on time. (EFFICIENT). a. inefficiency. b. efficient. c. efficiently. d. efficiency.

96. I started preparing for the exam two months ago. I ______ for the exam for two months. a. am preparing. b. was preparing. c. prepared. d. have been preparing.

97. Which is the most appropriate essay structure?. a.Introduction – arguments – conclusion. b. Random ideas without order. c. Conclusion only. d. Only one paragraph.

98. It wasn’t necessary for her to revise all the grammar again. She ______ revise all the grammar again. a.was required to. b.didn't need to. c.mustn't. d.shouldn't have.

99. Read the text and choose the correct answer. During the interview, Maria felt confident about her qualifications but became nervous when asked unexpected questions. Although she did not answer every question perfectly, she later realised that her ability to stay calm helped create a positive impression overall. What helped Maria make a good impression?. a.Preparing answers in advance. b. Remaining calm despite difficulties. c.Giving perfect answers to all questions. d.Her strong academic background.

100. Read the text and answer the question. During the pandemic, Mark attended most of his classes online. Although he appreciated the flexibility, he felt something was missing. He found it difficult to participate in discussions and missed spontaneous conversations with classmates. For him, real learning happened when he could interact directly with others in the classroom. Why did Mark prefer face-to-face classes?. a.Less homework. b.Better internet. c. More interaction. d.Easier exams.