1.
Jill invites him to __________.
Correct Answer
B. A movie
Explanation
Jill invites him to a movie. This means that Jill is asking him to join her in watching a film.
2.
CONVERSATION 2. Brian and Lisa are talking about their parent's anniversary.
Their parents are having their __________ anniversary.
Correct Answer
B. 30th
Explanation
Brian and Lisa are discussing their parents' anniversary. The blank space indicates that they are referring to a specific anniversary. The correct answer is "30th" because it is the only option that represents a significant milestone in terms of years. This suggests that their parents have been married for 30 years. The other options, such as 29th, 100th, and 500th, do not align with common anniversary milestones.
3.
She wants to plan a dinner __________.
Correct Answer
A. At home
Explanation
The correct answer is "at home". This means that the person wants to organize a dinner event in their own house rather than going out to a restaurant or having it at the office.
4.
INSTRUCTIONS: Complete the conversation with (not) going to. Rick. How _____ you and Marcia __________ celebrate New Year´s Eve, Tim? _____ you __________ go to any parties?
Correct Answer
are,going to,Are,going to
Explanation
In the conversation, Rick is asking Tim about his plans for New Year's Eve. The correct answer fills in the blanks with "are" and "going to" to maintain the correct verb tense. "How are you and Marcia going to celebrate New Year's Eve, Tim?" This suggests that Rick is asking about Tim's future plans for the holiday. The second part of the conversation continues with "Are you going to go to any parties?" which is a common way to inquire about someone's social plans.
5.
Tim. No. We _______________ go out for dinner. Our favorite restaurant _______________ serve a special meal, and our friends _______________ join us there. But we _______________ stay out late.
Correct Answer
are going to,is going to,are going to,are not going to
Explanation
The correct answer is "are going to, is going to, are going to, are not going to." The first blank should be filled with "are going to" because it indicates a future plan or intention for both the speaker and the person they are speaking to. The second blank should be filled with "is going to" because it refers to a singular noun, "our favorite restaurant." The third blank should be filled with "are going to" because it refers to multiple friends joining the speaker and the person they are speaking to. The fourth blank should be filled with "are not going to" because it indicates a negative future plan or intention to stay out late.
6.
INSTRUCTIONS: What do you think the "vague" expressions mean? Check two ideas
Jenna loves to go to cultural events and stuff like that.
Correct Answer(s)
A. Concerts
B. Festivals
Explanation
The vague expression "cultural events and stuff like that" refers to activities that are related to culture and entertainment. The two ideas mentioned in the answer, concerts and festivals, are examples of cultural events that Jenna enjoys. These events typically involve music, performances, and a gathering of people with similar interests. They provide opportunities for Jenna to experience different forms of art and entertainment.
7.
It´s going to be a big wedding. There's going to be a band and everything.
Correct Answer(s)
A. Nice decorations
C. Special food
Explanation
The given correct answer is "nice decorations, special food." This is because the statement mentions that it's going to be a big wedding and there will be a band and everything. Nice decorations and special food are common elements in big weddings, making them the most likely options. There is no mention of a big parade, so that option can be eliminated.
8.
Do you like celebrations and things like that?
Correct Answer(s)
B. Parties
C. Special events
Explanation
The correct answer includes "parties" and "special events". Parties are often associated with celebrations and are a way to gather and have fun with friends and family. Special events also involve celebrations and can include occasions like birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, and holidays. Both parties and special events provide opportunities for people to come together, enjoy themselves, and create lasting memories.
9.
Anna's going to get lots of presents and stuff at her birthday party.
Correct Answer(s)
A. Flowers
B. Cards
Explanation
The correct answer is flowers and cards. This is because flowers and cards are commonly given as presents for birthdays. Costumes may be given for themed parties, but it is not mentioned in the question whether Anna's birthday party is themed or not. Therefore, the answer "None of the above" is not applicable in this case.
10.
INSTRUCTIONS: Read the e-mail message. Then check true or false for each sentence.Mike and Barbara are going to Quebec City for two weeks.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The correct answer is False. The email message does not mention anything about Mike and Barbara going to Quebec City for two weeks. Therefore, it can be inferred that the statement is not true.
11.
You can go skiing during the Quebec Winter Carnival.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
During the Quebec Winter Carnival, it is possible to go skiing. This suggests that the carnival offers skiing activities or takes place in a location where skiing is available. Therefore, the statement "You can go skiing during the Quebec Winter Carnival" is true.
12.
Barbara wants to go shopping in Quebec City.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
Barbara's desire to go shopping in Quebec City is stated as true.
13.
Karen can stay in Barbara's hotel room.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
Karen cannot stay in Barbara's hotel room. This is because staying in someone else's hotel room without their permission is not allowed.
14.
Rick. So, you _______________ be home before midnight, huh?
Correct Answer
are going to
Explanation
The correct answer is "are going to." This is because the sentence is in the future tense and is expressing a plan or intention. "Are going to" is the correct form of the verb "to be" followed by the base form of the main verb "go."
15.
Tim. That´s right. It ______________ be a quiet celebration.
Correct Answer
is going to
Explanation
The phrase "is going to" is used to express a future event or action that is planned or expected to happen. In this context, Tim is affirming that the celebration will indeed be a quiet one.
16.
INSTRUCTIONS: Listen to the conversations. Check the correct answer.
CONVERSATION 1. Jonathan and Jill are talk about his birthday.
Jonathan is going to __________ on his birthday.
Correct Answer
A. Work
Explanation
In the conversation, Jonathan mentions that he is going to work on his birthday. This indicates that he will be engaged in some kind of work-related activity rather than having a party, going to prison, or going to church.
17.
INSTRUCTIONS: Read the pairs of sentences. Which are correct? Check a, b, or both.
Correct Answer(s)
A. A. Donna is moving into her new house this weekend.
B. B. Donna is going to move into her new house this weekend.
Explanation
Both sentences (a) and (b) are correct. Sentence (a) "Donna is moving into her new house this weekend" indicates that the action of moving into the new house is scheduled to happen in the near future. Sentence (b) "Donna is going to move into her new house this weekend" also conveys the same meaning, indicating a future plan or intention to move into the new house. Both sentences are grammatically correct and convey the same message using different verb forms.