English test. 8th grade.
Out of 20
1. Fill in the gaps with the words below, there are two extra words. (2 marks)
ambitious, rigid, curriculum, silly, script, sensible, gigs, narrow, explore, planet,
bully, tuition fee
1) It’s _________ to wear warm clothes in winter to avoid getting sick.
2) Earth is the only ___________ in our solar system where life is known to exist.
3) She is very _________ and works hard to become a famous scientist in the future.
4) Last summer, we went to a school trip to ________ new places and learn more about
our cultural heritage.
5) Our school’s __________ was designed to include different classes, ranging from
chemistry to history.
6) Several colleges in our country have __________ rules about student behaviour.
7) Mary’s parents work hard to cover the ____________ for her education.
8) The actor had to memorize his ___________ to perform well in the school play.
9) Our holiday will include attending several __________ and festivals.
10) His car was too wide to fit in the ____________ streets of the old town.
2. Match the words with their definitions. (2 marks)
embarrassing, couch, sequel, abandon, admire, basement, exhibition, gym, digital,
sensitive.
1) To leave something or someone behind, often forever. ___________________
2) A large, soft seat for two or more people, usually found in a living
room._____________
3) A public display of art, objects, or information in a museum or gallery._____________
4) A book, movie, or story that continues the events of an earlier one._______________
5) Easily affected by emotions, feelings, or physical sensations. __________________
6) To respect and like someone or something for their good qualities. ______________
7) Something that uses computers or technology instead of physical
things._________________
8) Making you feel awkward, uncomfortable, or ashamed. ____________________
9) A room or space below the first floor. ________________________________
10) A place with equipment for exercising and playing sports. ________________
3. Put the verbs into gerund (+ing) or the infinitive (with to). (2 marks)
1. I don't fancy ____ (go) out tonight, I’m too tired.
2. She avoided ____ (tell) him about her plans.
3. I would like ____ (come) to the party with you.
4. I've finished ____ (cook) – come and eat.
5. My dad seems ____ (be) in a very good mood today.
4. Cross-out the word with a different meaning. (1 mark)
1. Sensible, smart, witty, sensitive
2. Ability, skill, fuel, talent
3. Cool, enormous, huge, immense
4. Dissuade, encourage, cheer, inspire
5. Complete the sentences with the correct superlative or comparative form of the
adjective in brackets. (2 marks)
1) Among all my friends, Emma is the ______________ (generous) one; she always
shares what she has.
2) This year’s winter has been much _______ (harsh) than last year’s, with temperatures
dropping below -10°C.
3) I expected the exam to be difficult, but it turned out to be even ______ (challenging)
than I had imagined.
4) Of all the cities we visited in Europe, Prague was by far the ______ (beautiful).
5) My old laptop was much ______ (bad) than the one I have now, which makes my work
much easier.
6) This book is far ______________ (interesting) than the last one we read in class, so
I’m enjoying it more.
7) Since the renovation, our school library has become the ________ (quiet) place to
study.
8) She always takes the __________ (long) route home, even though there’s a shortcut
available.
9) The new teacher explains concepts much _________ (clearly) than our previous
teacher, so I understand the lessons better.
10)That was the _________________ (frightening) experience of my life—I’ve never
been so scared before!
6. Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verbs in brackets (present
simple, present continuous, past simple or past continuous). (3 marks)
1) Aram always ___________ (wake up) early, but today he is still sleeping.
2) Their class __________ (have) a math lesson right now, so they can’t go outside.
3) Yesterday, when I ___________ (come) home, my sister __________ (watch)
TV on the couch.
4) While the scientists _________ (conduct) their experiment, something
unexpected __________ (happen).
5) Mom _____________ (cook) in the kitchen right now, so please don’t disturb her.
6) Last night, while we __________ (walk) home, it suddenly ______ (start) to rain.
7) He rarely ______ (be) late for school, but today he __________ (run) behind
schedule.
8) When I _________ (call) her yesterday, she ___________ (not answer) because
she _______________ (study).
9) The sun always ______ (rise) in the east, but right now, it ______ (be) cloudy.
10)We ______ (visit) our grandparents every summer, but last year we ______ (not
go) because of the weather.
11) When she last time _______ (go) to the theater, she ______ (meet) her teacher.
7. Rewrite the sentences, using first conditional. (2 marks)
1. She doesn’t study hard. She fails the test.
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2. He doesn’t leave now. He misses the train.
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3. We don’t water the plants. They die.
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4. You dont apologise. He stays angry.
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5. They don’t book the tickets soon. They don’t get good seats.
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8. Use the prompts and the present perfect tense with yet, already, or just
to compose sentences. (2 marks)
1. Olivia / start / her new job
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2. You / hear / the latest news?
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3. We / book / the hotel for our vacation
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4. The train / leave / the station
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5. Tom and Sarah / buy / a new house?
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9. Read the text and answer the questions in full sentences. (4 marks)
Life Without Technology
Imagine living in a world without smartphones, the internet, or other modern
technologies. In some remote villages, people still live without the recent advances and
innovations. Instead of using cars, they walk or ride bicycles. They grow their own food
and make their own clothes. Many houses don’t have electricity, so people often use
candles for light and cook over a fire.
Education is different, too. As there is no public transport, some student have to walk
many kilometers to their schools every day. In class, they don’t use computers or tablets
—instead, they write in notebooks and read from printed books. In the evening, they
help their families by fetching water, feeding animals, or preparing meals.
Life without technology may seem difficult, but many people say it is peaceful. They
spend more time talking to their families, working together, and enjoying nature.
However, some young people leave their villages to study or work in big cities, where
there are more job opportunities and technologies.
1. What do people use instead of cars in remote villages?
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2. What does the word it refer to?
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3. Why do some children have to walk long distances to school?
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4. What are some daily activities people do without modern technology?
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5. Why do some young people leave their villages?
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