1.
Long before the arrival of Europeans on the Canadian prairie (the wide grasslands of what is now called Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba), the First Nations people lived in a harmonious relationship with their natural surroundings. Every item of their culture, from sewing needles to homes was obtained from nature. Their homes were called teepees and were like large tents made from the skins of deer. These people - tribes with names like the Blackfoot, the Peigan and the Blood people - were nomadic, which means that they travelled from place to place following the animals they hunted or the growth of the berries and fruits on the bushes and trees.
They had horses, although horses came to North America after escaping from the Spanish explorers who brought them here to explore the areas around Mexico and Texas. Boys and girls were both expert riders. They did not use saddles or reins or stirrups; they rode "bareback". Their clothes were made from deer skins and buffalo skins and decorated with the parts of other animals - tails from squirrels and gophers, quills from porcupines and the delicate bones of birds.
These children of nature did not ever have to go to school. They did not have to study to get into a prestigious college, nor did they have to worry about finding a job after graduation. This does not mean their life was easy. The winters were very long and very cold and there were sometimes wars between tribes. There were also the very great dangers involved in the buffalo hunt. Warriors rode at top speed (with no saddle) beside the huge buffalo shooting arrows to bring them down. The chances of a buffalo turning suddenly or of falling off the horse were very great. We must remember that there were also no hospitals in those days.
Even so, the young people of the tribes must have enjoyed a very pleasant lifestyle: fishing and gathering berries in summer, hunting in the forests in the early morning, dancing around the fire at night and listening to the old people tell stories and legends from long ago.
2.
Listen and tick T for true and F for false:
3.
Write a composition (20 lines). Advantages and disadvantages of working from home.
Structure:
Intro: Describe the situation and if you like it or not.
Pros: Why is it good?
Cons: Why is it not good?
Conclusion: Conclude your idea.
4.
What would you do if you had more free time?
Correct Answer
A. I would exercise more and also study French
Explanation
The given answer suggests that if the person had more free time, they would utilize it by engaging in physical exercise and learning the French language. This implies that the person values their health and fitness, and also has an interest in expanding their language skills. By exercising more, they would likely improve their physical well-being, while studying French would allow them to develop a new skill and potentially open up opportunities for travel or communication with French speakers.
5.
Jake have you ever travelled to Greece?
Correct Answer
B. Yes, I have.
Explanation
The correct answer is "Yes, I have." This answer implies that the person being asked has indeed traveled to Greece at some point in the past.
6.
Mary do you mind if I open the window? It is very hot here.
Correct Answer
A. No, I don't.
Explanation
The correct answer is "No, I don't." This response indicates that Mary does not mind if the speaker opens the window.
7.
Do you usually go to work by car?
Correct Answer
B. No, I don't. I usually go by subway.
Explanation
The correct answer is "No, I don't. I usually go by subway." This answer indicates that the person does not usually go to work by car, but instead prefers to use the subway as their mode of transportation.
8.
What time do you get up on Sundays?
Correct Answer
C. I usually get up at 9:00am
Explanation
The correct answer is "I usually get up at 9:00am." This answer suggests that the person typically wakes up at 9:00am on Sundays.
9.
Where are you going now?
Correct Answer
A. I'm going to the hairdresser.
Explanation
The correct answer is "I'm going to the hairdresser." This answer indicates the person's current plan or intention to go to the hairdresser. The other options mention going to a meeting or to the doctor, but they do not align with the question asking about the person's current destination.
10.
How often do you exercise?
Correct Answer
B. I exercise 3 times a week
Explanation
The correct answer is "I exercise 3 times a week." This answer provides a specific frequency of exercise, stating that the person exercises three times every week. This answer is more detailed and precise compared to the other options, which only mention going to the gym or running without specifying how often.
11.
When is your birthday?
Correct Answer
A. It is in July
Explanation
The question asks about the timing of the person's birthday. The correct answer states that the birthday is in July, indicating that the person's birthday falls in the month of July.
12.
Riding "bareback" means riding without any equipment on the horse.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
Riding "bareback" refers to riding a horse without any equipment such as a saddle or bridle. This means that the rider is directly sitting on the horse's back, without any additional support or gear. Therefore, the statement "Riding "bareback" means riding without any equipment on the horse" is true.
13.
The First Nation people were very pacific
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The given answer, True, suggests that the First Nation people were indeed peaceful. This implies that they were non-aggressive and preferred peaceful resolutions to conflicts. This characteristic may have been a significant aspect of their culture and way of life, emphasizing harmony and cooperation within their communities.
14.
They didn't have horses at that time.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
This statement suggests that horses did not exist at a certain time. However, the answer is False, indicating that horses did exist at that time.
15.
Their clothes were made of Buffalo and Deer skin.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The statement suggests that the clothes of the individuals were made from buffalo and deer skin. Since the answer is true, it implies that the individuals did indeed wear clothes made from these animal skins.
16.
The First Nations people did not develop a written language
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The First Nations people did not develop a written language, which means they did not have a system of writing to record their language or communicate through written text. Instead, their history, traditions, and knowledge were passed down orally through storytelling, songs, and other forms of verbal communication. This oral tradition was a vital part of their cultural identity and allowed for the preservation and transmission of their rich heritage from generation to generation.
17.
Last Saturday I ________ a great movie on Netflix.
Correct Answer
Watched, saw
18.
Yesterday I ________ just an apple for breakfast!
Correct Answer
Ate, had
Explanation
The word "ate" is the correct answer because it indicates the action of consuming food, which is appropriate for breakfast. The word "had" could also be a possible answer, but it is less specific and does not convey the act of eating as directly as "ate" does.
19.
Last week I ________ to the club with my kids and we ________ soccer all the afternoon.
Correct Answer
Went
Played
Explanation
The sentence describes an activity that took place last week. The word "went" indicates that the speaker and their kids went to the club, while the word "played" indicates that they played soccer.
20.
My boss ________ been very angry recently because the results have fallen 30%!
Correct Answer
has
Explanation
The correct answer is "has" because the word "boss" is singular and the sentence is referring to the boss's recent anger. The word "has" is the correct form of the verb "to have" in the present tense for a singular subject.
21.
I ________ never ________ to Asia in my life... I hope I can go in the future.
Correct Answer
have
been, travelled, gone
Explanation
The correct answer is "have been". This is because the sentence is referring to a past experience or lack thereof. "Have been" is the present perfect tense of the verb "to be" and is used to indicate that something happened in the past and is still relevant in the present. In this case, it suggests that the speaker has not yet had the experience of going to Asia, but hopes to do so in the future. The other options, "travelled" and "gone", are both past tense forms of the verb "to travel" and do not convey the same meaning as the present perfect tense.
22.
You look very tired, I think you ________ go on vacation...
Correct Answer
Should
Explanation
The correct answer is "should" because it suggests that the person is tired and in need of a vacation. The word "should" implies a recommendation or advice, indicating that taking a vacation would be beneficial for the person's well-being.
23.
The CEO of Twitter is Jack Dorsey
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The statement is true because Jack Dorsey is indeed the CEO of Twitter. He co-founded the social media platform in 2006 and served as the CEO until 2008. After a brief hiatus, he returned as CEO in 2015 and has been leading the company since then. Dorsey is known for his involvement in various tech ventures and his role in shaping the direction of Twitter.
24.
He told employees they can work from home even after the Pandemic ends
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The given statement suggests that the person mentioned in the question informed the employees that they have the option to work from home even after the pandemic ends. This implies that the person is supportive of remote work and is willing to continue offering this flexibility to the employees in the future. Therefore, the answer is true.
25.
The employees will decide if they come back or not
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The statement suggests that the decision of whether the employees will come back or not is in their hands. It implies that the employees have the autonomy to choose whether they want to return to work or not, indicating that it is ultimately their decision to make.
26.
Offices will open in September
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The statement "Offices will open in September" is false. This means that offices will not be opening in September.
27.
They can use conference platforms like ZOOM
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The statement suggests that conference platforms like ZOOM can be used by individuals. This implies that ZOOM is a suitable platform for conducting conferences or virtual meetings. Therefore, the answer "True" indicates that the statement is correct and using conference platforms like ZOOM is a viable option for conducting conferences.