Unit 5: INVENTIONS TEST 3 Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from that of the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions. Question 1: A. invention B. experiment C. intelligent D. driverless Question 2: A. recognise B. language C. programme D. intelligence Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of stress in each of the following questions. Question 3: A. device B. traffic C. transport D. button Question 4: A. advantage B. dangerous C. invention D. computer Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions. Question 5: People can now communicate _______ a long distance easily thanks to the invention of smartphones. A. with B. for C. over D. about Question 6: Many people use computers to surf the _________ for information and entertainment. A. e-book B. internet C. laptop D. smartphone Question 7: Mobile phones ________ more popular over the years as they became more affordable. A. have grown B. has grown C. grew D. grows Question 8: With the rise of streaming services, people enjoy ______ movies from the comfort of their homes. A. watch B. to watch C. watching D. watched Question 9: _______ 2023, new learning apps have helped people learn languages faster than ever before. A. For B. To C. In D. Since Read the following advertisement/announcement and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 10 to 15. SMARTPHONES FOR EVERYONE! Experience the Future with Our Latest Smartphones! You can enjoy many benefits when using our smartphones, such as: Long-Lasting: Our (10)______ lasts much longer than regular ones. Eco-Friendly: Help the planet by (11)______ energy while using your phone. Safe Design: These phones have features that reduce the risk (12)______ fire accidents. Get Your Smartphone Today! Contact Information: +0123456789
[email protected] Question 10: A. stain B. battery C. laptop D. experiment Question 11: A. saving B. to save C. saved D. to saving Question 12: A. in B. at C. on D. of PRINCIPAL'S ANNOUNCEMENT I am excited to announce that our school will hold a special workshop on technology and its benefits.
Here are the details: Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, August 5th Place: School Auditorium During the workshop, we will cover several important topics: Using Technology Wisely: We will discuss how (13)______ technology in our daily lives responsibly. Online Safety: We will learn about simple ways to stay safe while (14)______ computers at home and at school. Improving Learning with Technology: We will explore how technology can help us learn more (15)______. Question 13: A. to use B. using C. to using D. use Question 14: A. to use B. used C. using D. uses Question 15: A. effectively B. effective C. effect D. effectiveness Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make a meaningful paragraph/letter in each of the following questions. Question 16: a. In summary, computers have become essential in modern education, making learning easier and more effective. b. Using computers in education is beneficial because it provides students with access to vast amounts of information. c. Computers also help students work together on projects, as they can share documents and collaborate online. d. They support students’ focus on tasks, such as completing assignments or researching topics. e. When students use computers, they can find information quickly and improve their understanding of complex topics. A. b – e – d – a – c B. b – e – d – c – a C. e – b – c – d – a D. b – c – e – d – a Question 17: a. I hope you're doing well! I just wanted to tell you about this learning app I’ve been using recently. b. It’s super interactive, with quizzes and videos that make studying much more fun. c. Hi Lily, d. You should definitely try it too! I think it would really help you with your studies. e. It’s been a game-changer! I feel like I understand things better and remember more. f. Your best friend, A. c – b – e – a – d – f B. c – d – e – b – a – f C. f – b – a – d – e – c D. c – a – b – e – d – f
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 18 to 23. Duolingo (18)____________________ designed to help people learn new languages in a fun and interactive way. Millions of users have tried Duolingo to study languages like Spanish, French, Japanese, and many more. The app uses a game-like style that (19)____________________, making it easier to stay motivated. Practicing daily is key, and Duolingo has helped many people keep a consistent schedule with its reminders and reward system. One unique feature of Duolingo is its focus on real-life phrases and vocabulary, which makes learning feel more practical. Completing lessons and earning rewards makes users feel excited to continue learning. Many users enjoy (20)____________________ , which encourages them to keep improving. Seeing progress in the app helps learners feel proud of their work and boosts confidence in speaking and understanding a new language. Duolingo is free to use, but it also offers a paid version to unlock extra features, such as an ad-free experience and extra lessons. (21)____________________ as it can be accessed on both mobile phones and computers, allowing users to study anytime, anywhere. Recently, (22)____________________, even for people with busy schedules. With its fun approach and easy design, Duolingo has transformed how people approach learning languages, making it possible for almost anyone to (23)____________________. Adapted from: https://www.charitywatch.org Question 18: A. is a popular educational app B. is an artificial software C. is a creative invention D. has lots of storage space Question 19: A. keeps learning enjoyable B. make studying boring C. keeps students slothful D. make teachers motivated Question 20: A. to earn "streaks" for practicing every day B. earning "streaks" to practicing daily C. earning "streaks" for practicing every day D. to earn "streaks" to practice daily Question 21: A. Used learning apps is inconvenient B. Using Duolingo is convenient C. To use Duolingo is inconvenient D. To Using Duolingo is convenient Question 22: A. the app made language learning more accessible B. the app has been made language learning easier C. the app was made language learning easier D. the app has made language learning more accessible Question 23: A. make up a new application B. show up a new language. C. pick up a new language. D. clean up a new application Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 24 to 28.
The AI cleaning robot vacuum is a helpful machine for keeping floors clean, especially when you are busy. This small, round device moves around by itself, removing dust, dirt, and even pet hair from the floor. (24)______ artificial intelligence (AI), the robot maps out the room and learns to avoid obstacles like furniture and walls. Thanks (25)______ its sensors, it can also move under tables, chairs, and beds, reaching hard-to-clean spots. Additionally, the robot can sense stairs, so it won’t fall. You can control it easily with an (26)______ on your phone, allowing you to set a timer for it to clean at any time, even when you’re not home. When the battery is low, the robot (27)______ returns to its charging station, so you don’t have to worry about it stopping in the middle of a room. (28)______ people find this robot vacuum very useful because it saves both time and effort. While it cleans, you can relax or focus on other tasks. Overall, the AI robot vacuum makes cleaning easier and helps people keep their homes tidy every day. Adapted from: https://www.wired.com Question 24: A. To use B. Using C. Used D. To using Question 25: A. for B. of C. to D. on Question 26: A. app B. RAM C. button D. stain Question 27: A. automatic B. automatically C. autonomy D. auto Question 28: A. Much B. Few C. Little D. Many Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 29 to 33. Today, mobile phones allow people to communicate easily using a variety of apps. Apps like WhatsApp, Messenger, and Telegram make it simple to send messages, make calls, and share photos or videos with friends and family. They work quickly, so you can talk to someone instantly, even if they live far away. In addition to regular messages, many apps offer voice messaging, which is useful when you cannot type or need to say something quickly. Another popular feature is video calling. With apps like Zoom or Skype, you can see and talk to others face-to-face from anywhere, making it ideal for work meetings, studying, or simply catching up with family. These apps also add fun to conversations with stickers, emojis, and GIFs, making chatting more enjoyable. Group chats are another helpful feature; they allow multiple people to stay connected and share information easily, which is perfect for families, friends, or work teams. Since most of these apps are free or very affordable, almost everyone can use them. These modern apps are especially useful during times when meeting in person is difficult, such as during a busy week or even a pandemic. Overall, communication apps on mobile phones have made it easier to stay connected with people we care about, saving time and helping us feel close to others no matter where we are. Adapted from: https://edition.cnn.com Question 29: What is the best title of the passage? A. Communication via modern apps. B. Conversations with outdated apps. C. Group chats are helpful and supportive D. Isolation and modern texting apps. Question 30: What does the word "They" in the passage refer to? A. phones B. videos C. apps D. people
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