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WRITTEN EXAM SAMPLE (SUFICIENCIA 1) 3203

SECTION I: GRAMMAR
PART A: FILL IN THE GAPS WITH THE RIGHT CHOICE.
1. A: Whats ___________ name, please?
B: ____________names Alice Parker.
A: And whos the boy?
B: __________s a friend. ____________ names Robert.
a)
b)
c)
d)

her / Her / He / Hes

your / My / He / Her
your / My / He / His
her / Her / He / Her

2. A: Ian speaks German. ____________ he from Germany?

B: No, he _________. He _________ Austrian, but his parents _______ from Munich.
a)
b)
c)
d)

Is / isnt / s / are
Isnt / isnt / is / comes
Does / doesnt / is / come
Does / doesnt / is / are

3. On May 20th 1927, Charles Lindbergh ___________ his journey from New York to Paris. After
24 hours people ___________ he was lost. Suddenly, after 33 hours, his plane
____________over the Eiffel tower.
a)
b)
c)
d)

begun / thought / flew

began / thought / flow
begun / thought / flow
began / thought / flew

4. Mr. Jones cant answer the phone, he _______________ lunch right now.
a)
b)
c)
d)

has
s had
is having
isnt having

5. If you are flying to Asia, _____________________________________.

a)
b)
c)
d)

you dont have to forget your passport

you shouldnt to forget your passport
you mustnt forget your passport
you cant to forget your passport

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6. Frank is staying ___________ the City Hotel. It is ______________ the city center,
____________ the corner of Queen Ave., _______________ the post office.
a)
b)
c)
d)

at / in / on / opposite
on / in / in / across
at / on / at / in
in / at / on / in front

7. A: I dont know what to do with my car. It breaks down all the time!
B: __________________________________________________
a)
b)
c)
d)

If I were you, Id taken it to the mechanic.

Id sell it if I were you.
I threw it away if I were you.
If I were you, I should try to buy a new one.

8. Helen : ________________________? Sue : Yes, that sounds great!

a)
b)
c)
d)

Would do you like a nice cup of coffee?

Could you like to come to dinner tomorrow evening?
Would you like see a film tonight?
Would you like to go to the opera tomorrow evening?

9. How many languages __________________ in Switzerland?

a)
b)
c)
d)

are spoken
are spoked
are spoke
are speaking

10. A: That money is all ____________!

B: Youre lying! It isnt ___________ money. Its ___________!
a)
b)
c)
d)

my / your / his
mine / your / his
mine / your / her
my / your / her

PART B: FIND THE CORRECT CHOICE.

11.
a) Since 2000 Lisa has traveled to Canada more than 10 times.
b) My parents just celebrated their anniversary. They were married for 25 years and they
are still happy.
c) Have you eaten ever Thai food?
d) Are you finishing your homework yet?

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12.
a) We are planning to see our friends in France until we are in Europe.
b) Were going to travel to Asia as soon as we have the money.
c) Hes going to see the Mona Lisa while hell be in Paris.
d) Before we had dinner at Liguria, and then we went to the theater.
13.
a) A: How long have you known each other? B: We met two years ago.
b) A: When have you first met Cameron? B: On December 21st, in Lisbon.
c) He has lived in Bristol for more than 15 years, but last year he has moved to Leeds.
d) A: Have you ever been to Spain? B: No, I wasnt.
14.
a)
b)
c)
d)

Davis goes swim every day. He loves water.

Bruces looking forward to see the new soap opera on TV.
It began raining as soon as I left home.
Id really like being sure about this answer.

15.
a) Ron was waiting for me when I arrived.
b) A: What did you do this time yesterday? B: I was asleep.
c) How fast did you drive when the accident happen?
d) The radio was on but nobody were listened to it.
16.
a) Thats the worse film Ive ever seen in my whole life!
b) She is one of the nicest person Ive ever met.
c) Paris is the most beautiful city in the world.
d) Whats the quicker way of getting from here to downtown?
17.
a) A: Where are your car keys? B: I dont know. I have lost them yesterday.
b) Look! Theres an ambulance over there. There has been an accident.
c) Ive had a headache yesterday but I feel fine today.
d) I dont know where John is. Did you see him around?
PART C: FIND THE INCORRECT CHOICE.
18.
a) Citibank. How can I help you?
b) She couldnt to swim until she was 15.
c) I cant go to the party because I dont feel well.
d) She can speak French and a little Korean.
19.
a) Julie and Raymond had a baby 13 days ago.
b) Did you have breakfast this morning?
c) We were too tired to go out last night.
d) Ms. Barns came back from Indonesia since 9 days ago.

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20.
a) Britain is much more expensive that Hungary.
b) I think tea isnt as bad for you as coffee.
c) Apples are healthier than bananas.
d) The Empire State Building is much taller than the Statue of Liberty.
21.
a) This church was built in the 18th century.
b) The workers are paid 10% more than last year.
c) Fast food is mainly bought by people under 30.
d) This ring was worn for my grandmother.
22.
a) I might study for the test later but I dont know yet.
b) A: My suitcase is so heavy. B: Give it to me. Im going to carry it for you.
c) Im going home early tonight.
d) If I finish work early, Ill go to the cinema.
23.
a) Its usually very cold in the morning.
b) It hardly never rains in the north of the country.
c) It often snows in winter and people go skiing.
d) It always rains during the winter months.
24.
a)
b)
c)
d)

If I were a queen, Id live in an enormous castle surrounded by servants.

If George worked harder, hed had more money for his leisure activities.
If I found the answer to this question, Id finish earlier.
If she werent so messy, Id be more patient with her.

25.
a)
b)
c)
d)

Sue and Steve are getting married in July 23rd.

Joshua usually goes camping to exotic places in the summer.
Mrs. Robinson never gets up early on Sunday mornings.
Last night I saw a huge UFO exactly at midnight!

26.
a)
b)
c)
d)

What will you do if he arrives late at the office again?

When you stop doing that, Ill tell your parents.
When I see Richard, Ill tell him the news.
Tonight I study until I can learn everything for my test.