1.
Rozhodněte, který z 2 níže uvedených popisů se hodí pro tuto větu: I'm seeing him tonight
Correct Answer
B. The speaker has already arranged to see him tonight
Explanation
The correct answer is "The speaker has already arranged to see him tonight" because the use of the word "arranged" indicates that the speaker has made plans or set up a meeting to see him tonight. This suggests that the speaker has already made the necessary preparations or agreements to meet with him.
2.
Vyberte správnou formu slovesa become: Watching TV too much results in people (become) obese.
Correct Answer
C. Becoming
Explanation
The correct answer is "becoming" because it is the present participle form of the verb "become" and is used to show continuous or ongoing actions. In this sentence, "Watching TV too much results in people becoming obese," the action of becoming obese is ongoing and continuous as a result of watching TV excessively.
3.
Vyberte správný výraz a doplňte: According to Richard's ...... the train leaves at 7 o'clock.
Correct Answer
D. Information
Explanation
The correct answer is "information". In this context, Richard's "information" refers to the factual knowledge or data he possesses about the train's departure time. It implies that Richard has reliable and accurate details about the train leaving at 7 o'clock.
4.
Doplňte správnou předložku: The town is famous ____ its food.
Correct Answer
B. For
Explanation
The correct answer is "for" because the preposition "for" is used to indicate the reason or purpose of something. In this case, the town is famous because of its food, so the preposition "for" is used to show that the fame is due to the food.
5.
Doplňte správnou formu slovesa have: She asked us if we ____ finished the work on Monday.
Correct Answer
B. Had
Explanation
The correct answer is "had" because the sentence is in the past tense and "had" is the past tense form of the verb "have".
6.
Doplňte správnou formu slovesa be: He told me he ___ be here by three o'clock at the latest and it's half past already.
Correct Answer
B. Would
Explanation
In this sentence, the verb "told" is in the past tense, indicating that the speaker is referring to a past event. The use of "would" in the blank space suggests that the person mentioned in the sentence made a promise or gave a guarantee in the past about their presence by three o'clock. Since it is now half past three and the person has not arrived, "would" is the correct form of the verb "be" to indicate that the statement made in the past did not come true.
7.
Doplňte správný člen: She's ____ European politician.
Correct Answer
A. A
Explanation
In this question, the correct answer is "a". The reason for this is that the word "European" starts with a consonant sound (/jʊəˈrəʊpiən/), so we use the indefinite article "a" before it. The indefinite article "an" is used before words that start with a vowel sound. Since "European" does not start with a vowel sound, "an" is not the correct choice here. Therefore, the correct answer is "a".
8.
Doplňte správný výraz: I'll give her the message ____ she arrives.
Correct Answer
B. The moment
Explanation
The correct answer is "the moment" because it indicates that the speaker will deliver the message as soon as she arrives. "A moment" would suggest a shorter period of time and may not convey the immediacy of delivering the message upon her arrival.
9.
Doplňte vhodný výraz: At 6 p.m. I started to get angry with him because he was late ......
Correct Answer
A. As usual.
Explanation
The correct answer is "as usual" because it indicates that the person being referred to is consistently late. The phrase suggests that the person's lateness is a regular occurrence and not an isolated incident.
10.
Doplňte správný výraz: I find yoga very ____ for controlling tension.
Correct Answer
C. Beneficial
Explanation
Yoga is considered beneficial for controlling tension. It helps in reducing stress, promoting relaxation, and improving overall well-being. Regular practice of yoga can lead to increased flexibility, strength, and balance, which in turn can help in managing tension and stress effectively.
11.
Dokončete větu: Florida relies heavily on income from fruit crops, and....
Correct Answer
C. So does California
Explanation
The correct answer is "so does California". This is because the sentence is stating that Florida relies heavily on income from fruit crops, and California also relies heavily on income from fruit crops. The phrase "so does" is used to show agreement or similarity between two subjects, in this case, Florida and California.
12.
Dokončete větu: She wanted to serve some coffee to her guests, however, ............
Correct Answer
A. She did not have much sugar
Explanation
The correct answer is "she did not have much sugar." This answer accurately completes the sentence by stating that the reason she couldn't serve coffee to her guests was because she had a limited amount of sugar.
13.
Dokončete větu: After the funeral, the residents of the apartment building ......
Correct Answer
C. Sent flowers faithfully to the cemetary
Explanation
After the funeral, the residents of the apartment building showed their respect and condolences by faithfully sending flowers to the cemetery.
14.
Dokončete větu: The land and the house that you own are your .....
Correct Answer
C. Property
Explanation
The land and the house that you own are considered your property. Property refers to assets or possessions that are legally owned by an individual. In this context, owning land and a house signifies ownership and control over a valuable asset, which can be bought, sold, or inherited.
15.
Doplňte: .... at the site of a fort established by the Northwest Mounted Police, Calgary is now one of Canada's fastest growing cities.
Correct Answer
B. Built
Explanation
The correct answer is "Built". This is because the sentence is referring to the past action of constructing or creating Calgary. The verb "built" is in the past tense and matches the context of the sentence.
16.
Doplňte: An image of a national flag can symbolize political ideals that ....... express.
Correct Answer
D. Would otherwise take many words to
Explanation
An image of a national flag can symbolize political ideals that would otherwise take many words to express.
17.
Vyberte z nabídky větu, která nejlépe vystihuje smysl následující věty: They think that she is the most beautiful girl in this class.
Correct Answer
D. 2 and 3 are correct.
Explanation
The given question asks to select the sentence that best expresses the meaning of the given statement: "They think that she is the most beautiful girl in this class." The correct answers are options 2 and 3. Option 2, "She is thought to be the most beautiful girl in this class," conveys the same idea that others think she is the most beautiful girl in the class. Option 3, "It is thought that she is the most beautiful girl in this class," also expresses the same meaning, emphasizing that the belief is held by others.
18.
Vyberte z nabídky větu, která nejlépe vystihuje smysl následující věty: The thief drove very quickly. The police couldn't catch him.
Correct Answer
C. The thief drove so quickly that the police couldn't catch him.
Explanation
The correct answer is "The thief drove so quickly that the police couldn't catch him." This sentence effectively conveys the meaning that the thief was driving at such a high speed that the police were unable to catch him.
19.
Doplňte správný výraz: I'll be ready when she ____.
Correct Answer
A. Arrives
Explanation
The correct answer is "arrives" because the sentence is in the present tense and "arrives" is the correct form of the verb in the present tense.
20.
Doplňte vhodný výraz: At 6 p.m. I started to get angry with him because he was late ......
Correct Answer
A. As usual.
Explanation
The correct answer is "as usual" because it indicates that the person being referred to is frequently or consistently late. The phrase suggests that this behavior is typical or expected of him, implying that it is not an isolated incident.