Progress test Unit 4 Test B

Progress Test 4B
Name: ___________________________________________

Grammar
1 Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verbs in the brackets (to express
present or future probability).
1 Please check if he ___________________ his holiday at the same time as we will. (take)
2 You ___________________ from your teacher what I'm about to say. (already, hear)
3 Unless you have a watering system your plants ___________________ when you go on holiday.
(die)
4 They ___________________ us have our passports back as soon as they've checked the
numbers. (let)
5 ___________________ a risk if they turn up without a ticket? (they, take)
6 According to the timetable, the coach ___________________ at quarter to seven. (leave)
7 However you arrange the room, there ___________________ enough room for the couch. (not
be)
8 Harry ___________________ to see Hannah at the party, won't he? (hope)
9 Sophia ___________________ in Paris by lunchtime if she catches a TGV train. (probably, be)
10 Chances are it’s too late to arrest him; the ship ___________________ well out to sea by now.
(be)

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2 Complete the sentences with the correct future forms of the verbs in brackets.
1 It's not likely that Sarah ___________________ her assignment by Friday. (finish)
2 I’ve just realised that next Friday we ___________________ in this flat for five years. (live)
3 Do you suppose he ___________________ for us when we get to the cafe? (still, wait)
4 I expect Zoe ___________________ the house as soon as I tell her I'm on my way. (leave)
5 I don't think Christian ___________________ his cold by Saturday. (get over)
6 By the time he gets his next salary he ___________________ baked beans for a week! (live on)
7 I hope they ___________________ us; we're very late. (still, expect)
8 Gabriel ___________________ the dog for a walk as soon as he gets home. (take)
9 I guess my boyfriend ___________________ worried because I haven't called. (get)
10 I hope the referee ___________________ his whistle the instant the off-side flag goes up. (blow)

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Vocabulary
3 Complete the text with the correct words on the topic of politics. Use the words below.
candidates electoral system environmental issue general election general public
mainstream politics public opinion right-wing support vote
The 1 ________________ varies from country to country, but in most European countries members
of the 2 ________________ who wish to express their views in a(n) 3 ________________ go to
polling stations, where they choose the political party they 4 ________________ together with the
names of its 5 ________________ and cast their 6 ________________ on a ballot paper. Voters
with a very nationalistic view might select a more 7 ________________ party; those deeply
concerned with a particular 8 ________________ might vote for a green party; and some might even
let 9 ________________ on 10 ________________ influence their decision about who to vote for.

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4 Complete the sentences with appropriate words to form compound nouns.

1 Nine Columbian human rights defenders and politicians have been declared military targets by a
____________ group.
2 The peace ____________ was supported by many high-level politicians, but failed to get the
support of the people at grass-roots level.
3 Peaceful demonstrations can sometimes escalate into civil ____________ , such as violent riots
and street crime.
4 The regime announced it would release political ____________ and was willing to open direct
peace talks.
5 Amnesty International has led the fight for civil ____________ for over 50 years.

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5 Complete the sentences with the correct form of the words below.
age extreme feminine nation race
Any ideology that often ignores common moral standards can be seen as 1 ______________ .
2
______________ and right-wing views are often associated with 3 ______________ .
4
______________ is a movement that seeks to bring about the end of sexism in all forms, and to
achieve equality and justice for women.
The broadcaster won her discrimination case against the network. The court ruled that they had
been 5 ______________ when they replaced her with a much younger host.

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Translation
6 Translate the Polish parts of the sentences into English.
1 ‘Let’s join the protest.’ ‘OK, (przekonałaś mnie) ___________________________ .
2 At one o’clock tomorrow, Jane (będzie podpisywać petycję) ___________________________ .
3 Mark is really into politics. He (prawdopodobnie wstąpi do partii politycznej)
___________________________ .
4 I think the party (powinna wygrać wybory powszechne) ___________________________ next
year.
5 Don’t bother going. (Wiec się skończył) ___________________________ now.

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Listening
7  You are going to hear four people describing who they work for. Match the speakers A–D
to statements 1–4. Use one of the speakers more than once.
1 Who is interested in working to improve human rights worldwide? ___ and ___
2 Who strongly believes in tolerance and open-mindedness? ___
3 Who works on raising the standards of medical care in needy communities? ___
4 Whose organisation involves politicians in their campaigns if they are able to help resolve
problems? ___

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Reading
8 Read the website on how young people can join a political party. Match the headings with
the paragraphs. There is one extra heading you won't need.
Joining a political party
Do you fancy getting involved in policy-making processes in the UK? If so, why not join a political party?
Here a few easy steps to becoming a party member.
1 ___
It is up to you to decide which political party to join. This, of course, depends on your beliefs about how the
country should be governed and whether your political preferences are more socialist, liberal or capitalist.
There are a number of political parties to choose from. If you wish to go for one of the mainstream
parliamentary parties, then choose either Labour, the Conservatives or the Liberal Democrats.
2. ___
When selecting a party to join, bear in mind that the media are often biased and may publish information about
a party or organisation based on their own views and political agenda. The best way to gain an understanding
of what each party stands for is to browse through their website, where you can find an overview of their
political views.
3 ___
In the run-up to elections you will also receive leaflets through your letterbox and see posters and
advertisements. Each political party produces a manifesto – a document outlining what they plan to do in
government if they are elected. The manifesto will include their views on economic affairs, environmental
issues, immigration, and also ethical issues such as freedom of speech or human rights.
4 ___
Reduced membership fees for young members are offered by some parties. For example, when you join the
Labour party your membership fee will be just £10 a year if you're under 25. The Conservatives offer £14 a
year membership for those under 22, and the Liberal Democrats only charge £15 if you are under 26 and in
full-time education. In some cases, public donations are used to help pay these cheaper membership fees.
5 ___
When you join, you will have access to a wide range of opportunities to take part. A Youth Officer will help
represent your political views and you will be able to attend party conferences and committees. These events
are great opportunities to get involved in the decision-making process. Active members also go out onto the
streets and deliver leaflets, talk to members of the general public about the party's policies, talk to their local
MPs about important issues, and raise funds for projects in their neighbourhood.

A Keep your student card handy – you might make a saving.

B Go direct: don't let journalists influence your decision.
C Establish what you political orientation is.
D Volunteer your time and effort, and enjoy helping your party to be successful.
E Help design the party's website prior to the general elections.
F Familiarise yourself fully with the party's core beliefs.

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Writing
9 Władze miejscowości, w którym mieszkasz , planują zamknąć miejscowy ośrodek sportu i
rekreacji. Napisz list do burmistrza miasta / wójta gminy, aby zaprotestować przeciwko tej
decyzji.
 Write down how you learned about the planned closure and explain that you do not agree
with the decision.
 Give two reasons why the centre should not be closed.
 Write down how often and in what way the students at your school use this facility.
 Write down what action you expect to be taken and ask for this issue to be addressed.

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