Upper Intermediate Mid-semester Test

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    Complete the sentence with the gerund or the infinitive form of the verbs in brackets. Do you fancy ________(go) for a walk in the park?

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This 'Upper Intermediate Mid-semester test' assesses the use of gerunds and infinitives in English sentences. It includes practical scenarios encouraging learners to apply grammatical rules effectively, enhancing their English proficiency and preparing them for advanced language use.

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  • 2. 

    Complete the sentence with the gerund or the infinitive form of the verbs in brackets. You should practise ________(speak) English whenever you get the opportunity.

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "speaking." In this sentence, the verb "practice" is followed by the gerund form of the verb "speak." This is because when we want to talk about the action of speaking in general, we use the gerund form. Therefore, the sentence suggests that it is beneficial to regularly engage in the activity of speaking English whenever the opportunity arises.

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  • 3. 

    Complete the sentence with the gerund or the infinitive form of the verbs in brackets. The shop assistant refused ________(give) me a refund.

    Explanation
    The shop assistant refused to give me a refund. In this sentence, the verb "refused" is followed by the infinitive form of the verb "to give". This is because when we use the verb "refuse", it is typically followed by the infinitive form of the verb that comes after it. Therefore, the correct answer is "to give".

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  • 4. 

    Complete the sentence with the gerund or the infinitive form of the verbs in brackets.   I can’t remember ________(have) a doll when I was a little girl.

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "having". This is because the sentence is talking about the speaker's inability to remember a specific action in the past, which is "having a doll" when they were a little girl. In this case, "having" is the gerund form of the verb "have" and is used to describe the action of possessing a doll.

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  • 5. 

    Complete the sentence with the gerund or the infinitive form of the verbs in brackets. You’d better ________(ring) Darren and tell him we’ll be late.

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "ring." In this sentence, "You'd better" is a phrase used to give advice or make a suggestion. The verb "ring" is used in the infinitive form to indicate the action of making a phone call to Darren. The speaker is advising the listener to call Darren and inform him that they will be late.

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  • 6. 

    Complete the sentence with the gerund or the infinitive form of the verbs in brackets. Could you let me ________(speak), please!

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "speak" because the sentence is requesting permission to speak. In this context, "let me" is followed by the base form of the verb, which is "speak."

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  • 7. 

    Choose the correct word(s). Driving on the left was weird at first, but I __________ it now.

    • Use to

    • ’m used to

    Correct Answer
    A. ’m used to
    Explanation
    The phrase "I'm used to" indicates that the person has become accustomed to driving on the left. This implies that initially it felt strange, but now it feels normal or familiar to them.

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  • 8. 

    Choose the correct word(s). I ___________ eat fish at all, but I have it occasionally now.

    • Wasn’t used to

    • Didn’t use to

    Correct Answer
    A. Didn’t use to
    Explanation
    The phrase "didn't use to" is the correct answer because it correctly expresses the past habit of not eating fish. The phrase "wasn't used to" is incorrect because it implies a lack of familiarity or experience with eating fish, rather than a past habit.

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  • 9. 

    Choose the correct word(s). You ___________ looked at my emails, it was very wrong of you.

    • Might not have

    • Shouldn’t have

    Correct Answer
    A. Shouldn’t have
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "shouldn't have". This is because the sentence is expressing disapproval or criticism towards someone for looking at the speaker's emails. The phrase "shouldn't have" indicates that it was wrong or inappropriate for the person to do so.

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  • 10. 

    Choose the correct word(s). They ____________ finished their walk by now. It’s too dark to see anything.

    • Might have

    • Must have

    Correct Answer
    A. Must have
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "must have." This is because the sentence suggests that the action of finishing their walk is highly likely or almost certain. The phrase "It's too dark to see anything" implies that it is late and dark, making it reasonable to assume that they have finished their walk by now. "Must have" indicates a strong possibility or probability, making it the appropriate choice in this context.

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  • 11. 

    Choose the correct word(s).   It’s so empty here today. It feels ________ we’ve got the café to ourselves.

    • As if 

    • If

    • That

    Correct Answer
    A. As if 
    Explanation
    The word "as if" is the correct answer because it is used to compare the feeling of having the café to themselves to the feeling of emptiness. It suggests that the café is so empty that it feels like they are the only ones there.

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  • 12. 

    Choose the correct word(s).   I don’t know what this fruit is but it tastes like ________!

    • Great  

    • Pineapple 

    • Horrible

    Correct Answer
    A. Pineapple 
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "pineapple". This is because the sentence suggests that the fruit being tasted resembles the taste of pineapple.

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  • 13. 

    Choose the correct word(s).   This shirt ________ a bit tight. Do you have it in a larger size?

    • Feels as if 

    • Feels  

    • Feels like

    Correct Answer
    A. Feels  
    Explanation
    The word "feels" is the correct answer because it is used to describe the sensation or perception of something. In this sentence, the speaker is describing how the shirt fits and is suggesting that it is tight. By using the word "feels," the speaker is expressing their personal experience or opinion about the shirt's tightness.

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  • 14. 

    Complete the sentence with the correct form of the verbs in brackets. Would you rather ________(eat) out tonight, or stay in?

    Correct Answer
    eat
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "eat" because the question is asking whether the person would prefer to go out and eat or stay at home. The verb "eat" is in the base form, which is the correct form to use in this sentence.

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  • 15. 

    Complete the sentence with the correct form of the verbs in brackets. Danielle admitted that she’d rather ________(not go) to the barbecue.

    Correct Answer
    not go
    Explanation
    Danielle admitted that she would rather not go to the barbecue. This indicates that she expressed a preference or desire to not attend the event.

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  • 16. 

    Complete the sentence with the correct form of the verbs in brackets. Wouldn’t you rather John ________ (fix) the bathroom this week?

    Correct Answer
    fixed
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "fixed" because it is the past tense form of the verb "fix" and matches the tense of the sentence. The sentence is asking if the person would prefer John to have already fixed the bathroom by this week.

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  • 17. 

    Complete the sentence with the correct passive form of the verb in brackets. Drivers shouldn’t ________ (fine) for parking ten minutes longer than they’ve paid for.

    Correct Answer
    be fined
    Explanation
    Drivers shouldn't be fined for parking ten minutes longer than they've paid for. This is because it is unfair to penalize drivers for a minor time overage, especially when they have already paid for parking. The passive form of the verb "fine" is used here to emphasize that the action of being fined is being done to the drivers, rather than them actively receiving a fine.

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  • 18. 

    Complete the words in the sentence. DO NOT write the first letter of the word in the box! The v________of the jury was that Mr Anderson was guilty of all charges.

    Correct Answer
    erdict
    Explanation
    The sentence is asking for a word that completes the sentence and fits the context provided. The word "verdict" is the correct answer because it is the formal decision or judgment made by a jury or court in a legal case. In this case, the verdict of the jury was that Mr. Anderson was guilty of all charges.

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  • 19. 

    Complete the words in the sentence. DO NOT write the first letter of the word in the box! The man was charged with s________after following Miss Stevens everywhere.

    Correct Answer
    talking
    Explanation
    The man was charged with talking after following Miss Stevens everywhere. This suggests that the man was engaging in conversation or speaking to Miss Stevens persistently, which may have caused her discomfort or distress. The word "talking" completes the sentence and provides a logical and grammatically correct explanation for the man's charge.

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  • 20. 

    Complete the words in the sentence. DO NOT write the first letter of the word in the box! Two w________ described seeing the attack from their bedroom windows.

    Correct Answer
    itnesses
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "itnesses" because the sentence is referring to two people who saw the attack from their bedroom windows. The word "witnesses" is spelled with a "w" at the beginning, but the instructions specifically state not to include the first letter of the word in the box. Therefore, the correct answer is "itnesses" without the "w".

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  • 21. 

    Complete the words in the sentence. DO NOT write the first letter of the word in the box! Both men were s________to three years in prison.

    Correct Answer
    entenced
    Explanation
    The sentence is asking for the word that completes the sentence "Both men were s______ to three years in prison." The word that fits in this sentence is "entenced." This word makes the sentence grammatically correct and conveys the meaning that both men received a sentence of three years in prison.

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  • 22. 

    Complete the sentence with ONE word. You don’t look old! You haven’t got any ________on your face!

    Correct Answer
    wrinkles
    Explanation
    The word "wrinkles" is the correct answer because it fits logically in the sentence and completes the meaning. The sentence suggests that the person being spoken to appears young or youthful because there are no wrinkles on their face.

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  • 23. 

    Complete the sentence with ONE word. You look as if you’ve just got out of bed! You should ________your hair!

    Correct Answer
    brush, comb
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "brush, comb" because both of these words are commonly used to style and tidy hair. By using a brush or a comb, one can remove tangles and knots, making the hair neater and more presentable.

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  • 24. 

    Complete the sentence with ONE word. It’s very rude to ________your finger at people.

    Correct Answer
    point
    Explanation
    It's very rude to point your finger at people.

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  • 25. 

    Complete the sentence with ONE word. I knew you wouldn’t agree because you raised your ________when I suggested it.

    Correct Answer
    voice
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "voice." The sentence suggests that the person did not agree with the suggestion because they expressed their disagreement audibly, using their voice.

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  • 26. 

    Complete the sentence with ONE word. Business people often ________hands when they make a deal.

    Correct Answer
    shake
    Explanation
    Business people often shake hands when they make a deal.

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  • 27. 

    Complete the sentence with ONE word. Did you use to suck your ________when you were little?

    Correct Answer
    thumb
    Explanation
    The word "thumb" completes the sentence by suggesting that the person being addressed sucked their thumb when they were little.

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  • 28. 

    Complete the sentence with ONE word. Can you give me a tissue? I need to blow my ________.

    Correct Answer
    nose
    Explanation
    The sentence indicates that the person needs a tissue to blow their nose. The missing word that completes the sentence is "nose."

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  • 29. 

    Complete the sentence with ONE word. There’s a cold wind today. Put this scarf round your ________.

    Correct Answer
    neck
    Explanation
    The sentence suggests that the person should put the scarf around their neck to protect themselves from the cold wind.

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  • 30. 

    Choose the correct word(s). Please ________ me to set my alarm clock for 7.00 instead of 8.00.

    • Remember

    • Remind

    Correct Answer
    A. Remind
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "remind." In this sentence, the speaker is asking someone to help them remember to set their alarm clock for 7.00 instead of 8.00. The word "remind" is the appropriate choice as it means to cause someone to remember something. "Remember" would not make sense in this context as it is the speaker who needs assistance in remembering, not the person they are asking.

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  • 31. 

    Choose the correct word(s). We couldn’t ___________ her from buying that car.

    • Avoid

    • Prevent

    Correct Answer
    A. Prevent
    Explanation
    The word "prevent" is the correct answer because it means to stop something from happening or to keep someone from doing something. In this context, it suggests that the speaker and others were unable to stop or discourage the person from buying the car. "Avoid" does not convey the same sense of actively stopping or preventing an action.

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  • 32. 

    Choose the correct word(s). We really don’t ___________ Alice staying another night – she’s welcome.

    • Matter

    • Mind

    Correct Answer
    A. Mind
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "mind". This is because the sentence is expressing a positive attitude towards Alice staying another night. "Mind" is used to express permission or acceptance of a situation.

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  • 33. 

    Choose the correct word(s). Sam __________ goes to work by bus, but he decided to walk today.

    • Usually

    • Use to

    Correct Answer
    A. Usually
    Explanation
    The word "usually" is the correct answer because it indicates that Sam typically goes to work by bus. However, today he made a different decision and chose to walk instead.

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  • 34. 

    Choose the correct word(s). I ___________ speaking so much English – it’s tiring!

    • ’m not used to

    • Didn’t use to

    Correct Answer
    A. ’m not used to
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "I'm not used to". This phrase indicates that the person is not accustomed to speaking so much English and finds it tiring. The use of "not used to" suggests that it is something new or unfamiliar to them.

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  • 35. 

    Choose the correct word(s). I can’t ___________ this new operating system. I prefer the old one.

    • Get used to

    • Be used to

    Correct Answer
    A. Get used to
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "get used to". This phrase is used to express the idea of becoming familiar or comfortable with something new or different. In this context, the speaker is saying that they are having difficulty adjusting to the new operating system and would rather continue using the old one.

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  • 36. 

    Choose the correct word(s). I _________ met her at a conference, but I can’t remember if I did.

    • May have

    • Must have

    Correct Answer
    A. May have
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "may have". This is because the speaker is unsure if they actually met her at the conference. "May have" suggests a possibility or uncertainty, which aligns with the speaker's lack of memory. "Must have" would imply certainty, which contradicts the speaker's doubt.

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  • 37. 

    Choose the correct word(s).   Mmm, that ________ really good! Are you making a cake?

    • Smells  

    • Tastes  

    • Feels

    Correct Answer
    A. Smells  
    Explanation
    The word "smells" is the correct answer because the sentence is referring to the sense of smell. The speaker is commenting on how something smells good, suggesting that they can detect a pleasant aroma in the air. This implies that someone is making a cake, as the smell of baked goods is often associated with a pleasant scent.

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  • 38. 

    Choose the correct word(s).   This music ________ something I’ve heard before. What’s the name of the band?     

    • Sounds like  

    • Feels like 

    • Sounds

    Correct Answer
    A. Sounds like  
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "sounds like". In the given sentence, the speaker is comparing the music to something they have heard before, indicating that it resembles or is similar to something else. Therefore, "sounds like" is the appropriate phrase to use in this context.

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  • 39. 

    Choose the correct word(s). Have you __________  that new pizza place on the High Street?

    • Noticed

    • Realized

    Correct Answer
    A. Noticed
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "noticed" because it is asking if the person has become aware of or observed the new pizza place on the High Street. "Realized" does not fit in this context as it implies understanding or becoming aware of something that was previously unknown.

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  • 40. 

    Complete the sentence with the correct word(s).   Why are you ________? Are you tired or just bored?

    • Snoring  

    • Napping  

    • Yawning

    Correct Answer
    A. Yawning
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "yawning" because the sentence suggests that the person being addressed is exhibiting a behavior commonly associated with tiredness or boredom. Yawning is a reflex action often triggered by fatigue or lack of interest, making it the most appropriate word to complete the sentence.

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  • 41. 

    Complete the sentence with the correct word(s).   I used to suffer from ________. I would lie awake for hours every night.

    • Insomnia  

    • Jet-lag 

    • Nightmares

    Correct Answer
    A. Insomnia  
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "insomnia". This word is used to describe the condition of having difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. The sentence suggests that the person used to experience this condition, as they would lie awake for hours every night.

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  • 42. 

    Complete the sentence with the correct word(s).   If you eat too much late at night, it will ________ you awake.

    • Stay  

    • Keep

    • Make

    Correct Answer
    A. Keep
    Explanation
    Eating too much late at night can keep you awake.

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  • 43. 

    Complete the sentence with the correct word(s).   You don’t need to worry about ________ – that alarm clock’s incredibly loud.

    • Oversleeping  

    • Having a siesta

    • Keeping awake

    Correct Answer
    A. Oversleeping  
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "oversleeping". This is because the sentence mentions an alarm clock that is incredibly loud, implying that it will wake the person up. Therefore, there is no need to worry about oversleeping, as the loud alarm will prevent it.

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  • 44. 

    Complete the sentence with the gerund or the infinitive form of the verbs in brackets. We can’t wait ________(see) your new house.

    Correct Answer
    to see
    Explanation
    The phrase "We can't wait to see your new house" indicates that the speaker is excited and eager to visit the new house. The infinitive form "to see" is used after the verb "wait" to express the purpose or intention of the waiting. It implies that the speaker is looking forward to the experience of seeing the new house.

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  • 45. 

    Complete the sentence with the gerund or the infinitive form of the verbs in brackets. My boss makes me ________(work) at the weekend sometimes.

    Correct Answer
    work
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "work". In this sentence, the verb "makes" is followed by the object pronoun "me" and then the infinitive form of the verb "work". This indicates that the boss is causing or forcing the speaker to work at the weekend on certain occasions.

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  • 46. 

    Complete the sentence with the gerund or the infinitive form of the verbs in brackets. No-one forgets ________(see) Venice for the first time.

    Correct Answer
    seeing
    Explanation
    When someone sees Venice for the first time, it is an unforgettable experience. The use of the gerund "seeing" in the sentence indicates that the action of seeing Venice is the subject of the sentence and emphasizes the act of witnessing the city's beauty and uniqueness.

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  • 47. 

    Choose the correct word(s). Did you ___________ do much sport at school?

    • Use to

    • Used to

    Correct Answer
    A. Use to
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "used to". This is because "used to" is the correct phrase to indicate a past habit or action that is no longer true in the present. The phrase "use to" is grammatically incorrect and does not convey the intended meaning.

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  • 48. 

    Choose the correct word(s). We _______________ be very good children most of the time.

    • Would

    • Used to

    Correct Answer
    A. Used to
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "used to." This is because the phrase "used to" is used to talk about past habits or actions that were true in the past but are no longer true in the present. In this sentence, it implies that in the past, the speaker and possibly others were very good children most of the time, but this is no longer the case.

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  • 49. 

    Choose the correct word(s). You look exhausted. You ________ for a shorter run.

    • Should have gone

    • Should go

    Correct Answer
    A. Should have gone
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "should have gone". This is because the sentence is in the past tense, and the phrase "should have gone" indicates a missed opportunity or regret about not going for a shorter run in the past.

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