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Television

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A2-level English Test  Theme: television Grammar focus: past simple and past continuous Part 1 – Vocabulary (Television)   A. Match the words (1–6) with the definitions (A–F). 1. channel   2. remote control   3. cartoon   4. news   5. series   6. commercial A. A TV show that tells you what is happening in the world   B. A funny TV program with drawings, not real people   C. A group of TV episodes that tell one long story   D. A device you use to change the TV channel or volume   E. An advertisement on TV   F. A number on the TV where you can watch different programs Part 2 – Grammar: Past Simple vs Past Continuous   A. Choose the correct option (past simple or past continuous). 1. I ___ (watched / was watching) a movie when the phone rang.   2. While we ___ (were eating / ate) dinner, my dad changed the channel.   3. They ___ (were sitting / sa...

Wildlife

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A2 English Test – Theme: Wildlife and Wild Animals Grammar focus: Simple Present & Simple Past Part 1 – Vocabulary (Wild Animals) A. Match the words with the descriptions. Write the correct letter (A–F). 1. ____ lion   2. ____ elephant   3. ____ snake   4. ____ monkey   5. ____ tiger   6. ____ bird   A. It can fly and has wings.   B. It is very big, grey, and has a long trunk.   C. It is the king of the jungle and has a mane.   D. It is long, has no legs, and can be dangerous.   E. It is a big cat with orange fur and black stripes.   F. It climbs trees and likes bananas. B. Choose the correct word. 1. A lion is a (wild / pet) animal.   2. Many birds live in the (jungle / office).   3. A whale lives in the (forest / ocean).   4. A giraffe has a very long (tail / neck).   5. A bear usually (swims / sleeps) in a cave in winter. Part 2 – S...

Biographies

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English Test – Level B1   Theme: Biographies – Famous People in History   Grammar Focus: Simple Past Tense   --- Part 1 – Vocabulary (10 points) A. Match the words (1–5) with the definitions (a–e). (5 points)  1. inventor   2. leader   3. revolution   4. Nobel Prize   5. explorer   a. A big change in a country’s political or social system.   b. A person who discovers new places.   c. A famous international award for great work in science, peace, or literature.   d. A person who creates something new, like a machine or device.   e. A person who guides or controls a group or country.   Write your answers:   1 – __ 2 – __ 3 – __ 4 – __ 5 – __   B. Complete the sentences with the words from exercise A. (5 points) inventor – leader – revolution – Nobel Prize – explorer   1. Marie Curie won the __________ for Physics in 19...

ingilizce kelime impetuous

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Impetuous ve Benzer Kelimeler Üzerine Bir Ders A) Kelime: impetuous Okunuş: /ɪmˈpeʧuəs/   Yaklaşık: im-PE-çu-ıs Ana anlam   Impetuous  = düşünmeden, duygularınla hareket ederek, hızlı ve dikkatsizce bir şey yapmak. Türkçe karşılıklar:   - düşünmeden yapılan   - fevri   - atak (ama olumsuz tonda)   - tez canlı, ani ve kontrolsüz B) Başka bir tanım:  > doing something quickly, without thinking carefully, often because of strong feelings   Bunu şöyle düşünebilirsin:   - quickly → hızlı   - without thinking carefully → etraflıca, dikkatlice düşünmeden   - because of strong feelings → güçlü duyguların (öfke, heyecan, aşk, korku) yüzünden Türkçe açıklama:   > Impetuous : Bir şeyi duygularının etkisiyle, çabucak ve pek düşünmeden yapmak.   Genelde sonucu pek iyi olmaz, hafif olumsuz bir kelime. C) Örnek cümlelere Türkçe anlam verelim 1. He made an impetuous...

Frequency Adverbs Test

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CHECKLIST OF LEARNING OUTCOMES - Recognise frequency adverbs in simple oral texts → Listening Tasks 1–2  - Ask questions about frequency → Speaking Task 3 - Talk about routines/daily activities using frequency adverbs and giving reasons → Speaking Task 4 - Understand short and simple texts on sports → Reading Tasks 5–6  - Write about routines/daily activities using frequency adverbs → Writing Tasks 7–8 PART 1 – LISTENING (Frequency adverbs in simple oral texts) Task 1: Listen and choose the correct answer   Questions  Underline or circle the correct option. 1. Emma ______ has breakfast.      a) sometimes      b) always      c) rarely   2. She ______ wakes up later on weekends.      a) often      b) never      c) always   3. She ______ goes to the gym before work.      a) usually      b...

Appearance and Personality

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A2 LEVEL ENGLISH TEST    Theme: Appearance and Personality   Part 1 – Vocabulary (Appearance)   A. Choose the correct word. Circle A, B or C. 1. She has long, _______ hair.      A) tall      B) straight      C) quiet   2. My brother is very _______. He plays basketball.      A) short      B) athletic      C) shy   3. He has a _______ beard.      A) funny      B) kind      C) thick   4. My grandfather has _______ hair.      A) curly      B) grey      C) friendly   5. She is not fat, she is _______.      A) slim      B) lazy      C) blond   Part 2 – Vocabulary (Personality)   B. Match the adjectives with t...

Walking on Snow

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Walking on Snow I like walking on snow because it changes the whole world into something softer and quieter. Every step makes a crisp, satisfying crunch that you don’t get on any other surface. The air feels sharper and cleaner, and the light reflects off the ground so everything seems brighter, even on a cloudy day. I like leaving footprints behind me—this little trail that proves I was there, knowing the next snowfall will erase it. There’s also a calm that comes with it; sounds are muffled, streets are slower, and it feels like time has eased up a bit just so you can enjoy the moment of walking through the cold, bright stillness. Study the vocabulary  1. crisp – pleasantly fresh, cool, and sharp (describing the feel of the air or the sound/texture of the snow).   The air was crisp as we stepped outside into the snowy morning. 2. crunch – a firm, crackling sound made when something is pressed or stepped on (like snow underfoot).   I could hear the crunch of ...

Google Play Books

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English Writing and Speaking Practice;  İngilizce Konuşma Yazma Alıştırmaları Simple Stories and Exercises for English Learners; İngilizce Kolay Okuma ve Dinleme Kitabı İngilizce Seçme Hikayeler Short Stories for Learners of English  İngilizce Okuma Anlama Parçaları; A2/B1 Reading Comprehension Passages  My English Speaking Practice Book; İngilizce Konuşma Kitabım İngilizce Konuşma Kitabım   Diyalogları İngilizce Dinleme Okuma Anlama Alıştırmaları; English Listening Practice through Dialogues İngilizce Konuşma Sınavlarına Hazırlık Mastering English Speaking; A Comprehensive Guided for Test Preparation  Mastering Essay Writing  Beyond Small Talk; Unlocking Meaningful Connections  Voice in Debate; Engaging Dialogues on Everyday Topics  Wisdom in Tales; Fables for Growth and Fulfillment  İspanyolca Öğrenenler İçin Kısa Hikayeler; Cuentos en Español  İngilizce Türkçe Kişisel Gelişim Kitabınız Own Your Journey; A Guide to Empowerment and Pers...

Talking about jobs

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Speaking; Questions and Answers  1. What job do you want to have in the future?    - I want to be a teacher because I enjoy helping others learn new things. 2. Have you ever worked a part-time job? What did you do?    - Yes, I worked in a grocery store. I helped customers find items and stocked the shelves. 3. What is a job that you think is very important? Why?    - I think doctors have very important jobs because they help people stay healthy and save lives. 4. Do you prefer working alone or with a team? Why?    - I prefer working with a team because I like sharing ideas and getting different opinions from others. 5. What skills do you think you need for your dream job?    - I think I need good communication skills, a lot of patience, and creativity to be a teacher. 6. How do you feel about doing different types of jobs?    - I think doing different types of jobs can be good because you learn new skills and meet differen...

The Fox and the Grapes

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The Fox and the Grapes  Complete the story by using the correct forms of the verbs in brackets  Once upon a time, a hungry fox ______ (wander) through a sunny forest and ____ (spot) a bunch of juicy grapes hanging from a high vine. "Oh, those grapes look so good!" he ____ (say) to himself. Determined, the fox ____ (decide) to jump and reach them. He ____ (take) a few steps back to get a running start, then ____ (leap) into the air. **Thud!** He ____ (land) on the ground, missing the grapes. "That was just a practice jump," he ____ (tell) himself, so he ____ (try) again. **Thud!** Again, he ____ (fail) to reach them. After many attempts, the exhausted fox ____ (sit) down under the vine. “Why can’t I get those grapes?” he ____ (wonder). Finally, he ____ (look) up at the grapes and ____ (say), “Maybe they are sour and not worth my trouble.” Feeling better, he ____ (stand) up and ____ (shake) off the dirt. “I don’t need those grapes to be happy!” With that, the fox ____...

Stolen Bicycle

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  The Stolen Bicycle   William: Hey, Henry! I heard about your bike. That's terrible! How did it happen? Henry: Yeah, it's a ___1___. I had left it locked outside the cafe while I was ___2___ a coffee. When I came out, it was gone.  William: Oh no, was it parked there for a long time? Henry: Not really, maybe 20 minutes? I did have a cable ___3___ on it, but I guess someone ______ to cut through it. William: That's awful. Did you report it to the police? Henry: Yeah, I had filed a report yesterday. I also let the cafe ___4___ know in case they spot anything on their security cameras. William: Good thinking. It's ___5___ checking out local online marketplaces too—sometimes stolen bikes show up for sale there. Henry: That's a good idea. I'll start looking there. And maybe I'll post about it in some local ___6___ or groups as well. William: Definitely. Let me know if you need help with anything. I can keep an eye out for any ___7___ listings too. Henry: Thanks,...

The Peace of Westphalia

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The Emergence of the Modern International System — The Peace of Westphalia Introduction In 1648, a set of treaties called the Peace of Westphalia ended a long and destructive series of wars in Europe. These agreements are important because they helped create the modern international system — the way countries interact today. This article explains the Peace of Westphalia in simple English for learners. Background : Europe before Westphalia - Religious and political conflict : In the 16th and 17th centuries, Europe was torn by wars between Catholics and Protestants and by fights for power among rulers. - The Thirty Years’ War (1618–1648) : This was a major war mainly in the German lands. It involved many European powers and caused great destruction, famine, and population loss. - Need for peace : After so much suffering, European leaders wanted a lasting solution to stop wars and reduce religious conflict. What was the Peace of Westphalia? - A group of treaties : The Peace of Westphalia ...