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Quick Placement Test

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Oxford University Press & Cambridge ESOL

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OUP & Cambridge ESOL
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17/10/2010

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Number of questions: 66
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PART 1 Questions 1 - 5 Where can you see these notices? For questions 1 to 5, mark one letter A, B or C.
You can look, but dont touch the pictures. in an office in a cinema in a museum.
Please give the right money to the driver. in a bank on a bus in a cinema.
NO PARKING PLEASE in a street on a book on a table.
CROSS BRIDGE FOR TRAINS TO EDINBURGH in a bank in a garage in a station.
KEEP IN A COLD PLACE on clothes on furniture on food.
Questions 6 - 10 In this section you must choose the word which best fits each space in the text below. For questions 6 to 10, mark one letter A, B or C.
THE STARS There are millions of stars in the sky. If you look (6) .................. the sky on a clear night, it is possible to see about 3000 stars. They look small, but they are really (7) .................. big hot balls of burning gas. Some of them are huge, but others are much smaller, like our planet Earth. The biggest stars are very bright, but they only live for a short time. Every day new stars (8) .................. born and old stars die. All the stars are very far away. The light from the nearest star takes more (9) .................. four years to reach Earth. Hundreds of years ago, people (10) .................. stars, like the North star, to know which direction to travel in. Today you can still see that star. 6) at 6) up 6) on.
THE STARS There are millions of stars in the sky. If you look (6) .................. the sky on a clear night, it is possible to see about 3000 stars. They look small, but they are really (7) .................. big hot balls of burning gas. Some of them are huge, but others are much smaller, like our planet Earth. The biggest stars are very bright, but they only live for a short time. Every day new stars (8) .................. born and old stars die. All the stars are very far away. The light from the nearest star takes more (9) .................. four years to reach Earth. Hundreds of years ago, people (10) .................. stars, like the North star, to know which direction to travel in. Today you can still see that star. 7) very 7) too 7) much.
THE STARS There are millions of stars in the sky. If you look (6) .................. the sky on a clear night, it is possible to see about 3000 stars. They look small, but they are really (7) .................. big hot balls of burning gas. Some of them are huge, but others are much smaller, like our planet Earth. The biggest stars are very bright, but they only live for a short time. Every day new stars (8) .................. born and old stars die. All the stars are very far away. The light from the nearest star takes more (9) .................. four years to reach Earth. Hundreds of years ago, people (10) .................. stars, like the North star, to know which direction to travel in. Today you can still see that star. 8) is 8) be 8) are.
THE STARS There are millions of stars in the sky. If you look (6) .................. the sky on a clear night, it is possible to see about 3000 stars. They look small, but they are really (7) .................. big hot balls of burning gas. Some of them are huge, but others are much smaller, like our planet Earth. The biggest stars are very bright, but they only live for a short time. Every day new stars (8) .................. born and old stars die. All the stars are very far away. The light from the nearest star takes more (9) .................. four years to reach Earth. Hundreds of years ago, people (10) .................. stars, like the North star, to know which direction to travel in. Today you can still see that star. 9) that 9) of 9) than.
THE STARS There are millions of stars in the sky. If you look (6) .................. the sky on a clear night, it is possible to see about 3000 stars. They look small, but they are really (7) .................. big hot balls of burning gas. Some of them are huge, but others are much smaller, like our planet Earth. The biggest stars are very bright, but they only live for a short time. Every day new stars (8) .................. born and old stars die. All the stars are very far away. The light from the nearest star takes more (9) .................. four years to reach Earth. Hundreds of years ago, people (10) .................. stars, like the North star, to know which direction to travel in. Today you can still see that star. 10) use 10) used 10) using.
Questions 11 - 20 In this section you must choose the word which best fits each space in the texts. For questions 11 to 20, mark one letter A, B, C or D.
Good smiles ahead for young teeth Older Britons are the worst in Europe when it comes to keeping their teeth. But British youngsters (11) .................. more to smile about because (12) .................. teeth are among the best. Almost 80% of Britons over 65 have lost all or some (13) .................. their teeth according to a World Health Organisation survey. Eating too (14) .................. sugar is part of the problem. Among (15) .................. , 12-year olds have on average only three missing, decayed or filled teeth. 11) getting 11) got 11) have 11) having.
Good smiles ahead for young teeth Older Britons are the worst in Europe when it comes to keeping their teeth. But British youngsters (11) .................. more to smile about because (12) .................. teeth are among the best. Almost 80% of Britons over 65 have lost all or some (13) .................. their teeth according to a World Health Organisation survey. Eating too (14) .................. sugar is part of the problem. Among (15) .................. , 12-year olds have on average only three missing, decayed or filled teeth. 12) their 12) his 12) them 12) theirs.
Good smiles ahead for young teeth Older Britons are the worst in Europe when it comes to keeping their teeth. But British youngsters (11) .................. more to smile about because (12) .................. teeth are among the best. Almost 80% of Britons over 65 have lost all or some (13) .................. their teeth according to a World Health Organisation survey. Eating too (14) .................. sugar is part of the problem. Among (15) .................. , 12-year olds have on average only three missing, decayed or filled teeth. 13) from 13) of 13) among 13) between.
Good smiles ahead for young teeth Older Britons are the worst in Europe when it comes to keeping their teeth. But British youngsters (11) .................. more to smile about because (12) .................. teeth are among the best. Almost 80% of Britons over 65 have lost all or some (13) .................. their teeth according to a World Health Organisation survey. Eating too (14) .................. sugar is part of the problem. Among (15) .................. , 12-year olds have on average only three missing, decayed or filled teeth. 14) much 14) lot 14) many 14) deal.
Good smiles ahead for young teeth Older Britons are the worst in Europe when it comes to keeping their teeth. But British youngsters (11) .................. more to smile about because (12) .................. teeth are among the best. Almost 80% of Britons over 65 have lost all or some (13) .................. their teeth according to a World Health Organisation survey. Eating too (14) .................. sugar is part of the problem. Among (15) .................. , 12-year olds have on average only three missing, decayed or filled teeth. 15) person 15) people 15) children 15) family.
Christopher Columbus and the New World On August 3, 1492, Christopher Columbus set sail from Spain to find a new route to India, China and Japan. At this time most people thought you would fall off the edge of the world if you sailed too far. Yet sailors such as Columbus had seen how a ship appeared to get lower and lower on the horizon as it sailed away. For Columbus this (16) ................. that the world was round. He (17) ................. to his men about the distance travelled each day. He did not want them to think that he did not (18) ................. exactly where they were going. (19) ................. , on October 12, 1492, Columbus and his men landed on a small island he named San Salvador. Columbus believed he was in Asia, (20) ................. he was actually in the Caribbean. 16) made 16) pointed 16) was 16) proved.
Christopher Columbus and the New World On August 3, 1492, Christopher Columbus set sail from Spain to find a new route to India, China and Japan. At this time most people thought you would fall off the edge of the world if you sailed too far. Yet sailors such as Columbus had seen how a ship appeared to get lower and lower on the horizon as it sailed away. For Columbus this (16) ................. that the world was round. He (17) ................. to his men about the distance travelled each day. He did not want them to think that he did not (18) ................. exactly where they were going. (19) ................. , on October 12, 1492, Columbus and his men landed on a small island he named San Salvador. Columbus believed he was in Asia, (20) ................. he was actually in the Caribbean. 17) lied 17) told 17) cheated 17) asked.
Christopher Columbus and the New World On August 3, 1492, Christopher Columbus set sail from Spain to find a new route to India, China and Japan. At this time most people thought you would fall off the edge of the world if you sailed too far. Yet sailors such as Columbus had seen how a ship appeared to get lower and lower on the horizon as it sailed away. For Columbus this (16) ................. that the world was round. He (17) ................. to his men about the distance travelled each day. He did not want them to think that he did not (18) ................. exactly where they were going. (19) ................. , on October 12, 1492, Columbus and his men landed on a small island he named San Salvador. Columbus believed he was in Asia, (20) ................. he was actually in the Caribbean. 18) find 18) know 18) think 18) expect.
Christopher Columbus and the New World On August 3, 1492, Christopher Columbus set sail from Spain to find a new route to India, China and Japan. At this time most people thought you would fall off the edge of the world if you sailed too far. Yet sailors such as Columbus had seen how a ship appeared to get lower and lower on the horizon as it sailed away. For Columbus this (16) ................. that the world was round. He (17) ................. to his men about the distance travelled each day. He did not want them to think that he did not (18) ................. exactly where they were going. (19) ................. , on October 12, 1492, Columbus and his men landed on a small island he named San Salvador. Columbus believed he was in Asia, (20) ................. he was actually in the Caribbean. 19) Next 19) Secondly 19) Finally 19) Once.
Christopher Columbus and the New World On August 3, 1492, Christopher Columbus set sail from Spain to find a new route to India, China and Japan. At this time most people thought you would fall off the edge of the world if you sailed too far. Yet sailors such as Columbus had seen how a ship appeared to get lower and lower on the horizon as it sailed away. For Columbus this (16) ................. that the world was round. He (17) ................. to his men about the distance travelled each day. He did not want them to think that he did not (18) ................. exactly where they were going. (19) ................. , on October 12, 1492, Columbus and his men landed on a small island he named San Salvador. Columbus believed he was in Asia, (20) ................. he was actually in the Caribbean. 20) as 20) but 20) because 20) if.
Questions 21 - 40 In this section you must choose the word or phrase which best completes each sentence. For questions 21 to 40, mark one letter A, B, C or D.
21. The children wont go to sleep .................... we leave a light on outside their bedroom. except otherwise unless but.
22. I'll give you my spare keys in case you .................... home before me. would get got will get get.
23. My holiday in Paris gave me a great .................... to improve my French accent. occasion chance hope possibility.
24. The singer ended the concert .................... her most popular song. by with in as.
25. Because it had not rained for several months, there was a ...................... of water. shortage drop scarce waste.
26. I've always .................... you as my best friend. regarded thought meant supposed.
27. She came to live here .................... a month ago. quite beyond already almost.
28. Don't make such a ....................! The dentist is only going to look at your teeth. fuss trouble worry reaction.
29. He spent a long time looking for a tie which .................... with his new shirt. fixed made went wore.
30. Fortunately, .................... from a bump on the head, she suffered no serious injuries from her fall. other except besides apart.
31. She had changed so much that .................... anyone recognised her. almost hardly not nearly.
32. .................... teaching English, she also writes children's books. Moreover As well as In addition Apart.
33. It was clear that the young couple were ..................... of taking charge of the restaurant. responsible reliable capable able.
34. The book .................... of ten chapters, each one covering a different topic. comprises includes consists contains.
35. Mary was disappointed with her new shirt as the colour .................... very quickly. bleached died vanished faded.
36. National leaders from all over the world are expected to attend the .................... meeting. peak summit top apex.
37. Jane remained calm when she won the lottery and .................... about her business as if nothing had happened. came brought went moved.
38. I suggest we ..................... outside the stadium tomorrow at 8.30. meeting meet met will meet.
39. My remarks were ..................... as a joke, but she was offended by them. pretended thought meant supposed.
40. You ought to take up swimming for the ..................... of your health. concern relief sake cause.
PART 2 Questions 41 - 50 In this section you must choose the word or phrase which best fits each space in the texts. For questions 41 to 50, mark one letter A, B, C or D. .
CLOCKS The clock was the first complex mechanical machinery to enter the home, (41) .. it was too expensive for the (42) .. person until the 19th century, when (43) .. production techniques lowered the price. Watches were also developed, but they (44) .. luxury items until 1868 when the first cheap pocket watch was designed in Switzerland. Watches later became (45) .. available and Switzerland became the worlds leading watch manufacturing centre for the next 100 years. 41) despite 41) although 41) otherwise 41) average.
CLOCKS The clock was the first complex mechanical machinery to enter the home, (41) .. it was too expensive for the (42) .. person until the 19th century, when (43) .. production techniques lowered the price. Watches were also developed, but they (44) .. luxury items until 1868 when the first cheap pocket watch was designed in Switzerland. Watches later became (45) .. available and Switzerland became the worlds leading watch manufacturing centre for the next 100 years. 42) average 42) medium 42) general 42) common.
CLOCKS The clock was the first complex mechanical machinery to enter the home, (41) .. it was too expensive for the (42) .. person until the 19th century, when (43) .. production techniques lowered the price. Watches were also developed, but they (44) .. luxury items until 1868 when the first cheap pocket watch was designed in Switzerland. Watches later became (45) .. available and Switzerland became the worlds leading watch manufacturing centre for the next 100 years. 43) vast 43) large 43) wide 43) mass.
CLOCKS The clock was the first complex mechanical machinery to enter the home, (41) .. it was too expensive for the (42) .. person until the 19th century, when (43) .. production techniques lowered the price. Watches were also developed, but they (44) .. luxury items until 1868 when the first cheap pocket watch was designed in Switzerland. Watches later became (45) .. available and Switzerland became the worlds leading watch manufacturing centre for the next 100 years. 44) lasted 44) endured 44) kept 44) remained.
CLOCKS The clock was the first complex mechanical machinery to enter the home, (41) .. it was too expensive for the (42) .. person until the 19th century, when (43) .. production techniques lowered the price. Watches were also developed, but they (44) .. luxury items until 1868 when the first cheap pocket watch was designed in Switzerland. Watches later became (45) .. available and Switzerland became the worlds leading watch manufacturing centre for the next 100 years. 45) mostly 45) chiefly 45) greatly 45) widely.
Dublin City Walks What better way of getting to know a new city than by walking around it? Whether you choose the Medieval Walk, which will (46) .. you to the Dublin of 1000 years ago, find out about the more (47) .. history of the city on the Eighteenth Century Walk, or meet the ghosts of Dublins many writers on the Literary Walk, we know you will enjoy the experience. Dublin City Walks (48) .. twice daily. Meet your guide at 10.30 a.m. or 2.30 p.m. at the Tourist Information Office. No advance (49) .. is necessary. Special (50) .. are available for families, children and parties of more than ten people. 46) introduce 46) present 46) move 46) show.
Dublin City Walks What better way of getting to know a new city than by walking around it? Whether you choose the Medieval Walk, which will (46) .. you to the Dublin of 1000 years ago, find out about the more (47) .. history of the city on the Eighteenth Century Walk, or meet the ghosts of Dublins many writers on the Literary Walk, we know you will enjoy the experience. Dublin City Walks (48) .. twice daily. Meet your guide at 10.30 a.m. or 2.30 p.m. at the Tourist Information Office. No advance (49) .. is necessary. Special (50) .. are available for families, children and parties of more than ten people. 47) near 47) late 47) recent 47) close.
Dublin City Walks What better way of getting to know a new city than by walking around it? Whether you choose the Medieval Walk, which will (46) .. you to the Dublin of 1000 years ago, find out about the more (47) .. history of the city on the Eighteenth Century Walk, or meet the ghosts of Dublins many writers on the Literary Walk, we know you will enjoy the experience. Dublin City Walks (48) .. twice daily. Meet your guide at 10.30 a.m. or 2.30 p.m. at the Tourist Information Office. No advance (49) .. is necessary. Special (50) .. are available for families, children and parties of more than ten people. 48) take place 48) occur 48) work 48) function.
Dublin City Walks What better way of getting to know a new city than by walking around it? Whether you choose the Medieval Walk, which will (46) .. you to the Dublin of 1000 years ago, find out about the more (47) .. history of the city on the Eighteenth Century Walk, or meet the ghosts of Dublins many writers on the Literary Walk, we know you will enjoy the experience. Dublin City Walks (48) .. twice daily. Meet your guide at 10.30 a.m. or 2.30 p.m. at the Tourist Information Office. No advance (49) .. is necessary. Special (50) .. are available for families, children and parties of more than ten people. 49) paying 49) reserving 49) warning 49) booking.
Dublin City Walks What better way of getting to know a new city than by walking around it? Whether you choose the Medieval Walk, which will (46) .. you to the Dublin of 1000 years ago, find out about the more (47) .. history of the city on the Eighteenth Century Walk, or meet the ghosts of Dublins many writers on the Literary Walk, we know you will enjoy the experience. Dublin City Walks (48) .. twice daily. Meet your guide at 10.30 a.m. or 2.30 p.m. at the Tourist Information Office. No advance (49) .. is necessary. Special (50) .. are available for families, children and parties of more than ten people. 50) funds 50) costs 50) fees 50) rates.
Questions 51 - 60 In this section you must choose the word or phrase which best completes each sentence. For questions 51 to 60, mark one letter A, B, C or D.
51. If youre not too tired we could have a .................... of tennis after lunch. match play game party.
52. Don't you get tired .................... watching TV every night? with by of at.
53. Go on, finish the dessert. It needs .................... up because it won't stay fresh until tomorrow. eat eating to eat eaten.
54. We're not used to ..................... invited to very formal occasions. be have being having.
55. I'd rather we .................... meet this evening, because I'm very tired. wouldn't shouldn't hadn't didn't.
56. She obviously didn't want to discuss the matter so I didn't .................... the point. maintain chase follow pursue.
57. Anyone ...... after the start of the play is not allowed in until the interval. arrives has arrived arriving arrived.
58. This new magazine is .................... with interesting stories and useful information full packed thick compiled.
59. The restaurant was far too noisy to be .................... to relaxed conversation. conducive suitable practical fruitful.
60. In this branch of medicine, it is vital to ..................... open to new ideas. stand continue hold remain.
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