Unit 8

 

 

 

A. Idioms:

Fill in the spaces with the correct idiom (21 points)

 

 

 

1. The TOEIC test is this week. I hope that I ____________ it. [1]
   
2. I hate writing tests. I always get nervous and ______________ them [1]
   
3. I didn't see you in class last week did you ______________. [2]
   
4. For me, snowboarding isn't difficult. It's a ______________ . [1]
   
5. Sorry, I cannot go to Collingwood with you this weekend. There is a quiz on Monday and I have to ________________________. [3]
   
6. What is your teacher's favorite song? That is a difficult question. __________ ! [3]
   
7. I was up late last evening studying and before I knew it the birds were singing. I had to _________________________. [ 3 ]
   
8. Did you see the new high definition digital camera Shohie bought? It is _____________________ ! [ 4 ]
   
9. This chapter was so easy for me because I studied the material thoroughly every night. It was as _________________ . [3]
   

 

 

B. Preferences (5 marks)

Write the question for each answer.

 

1. _________________________________? I'd rather learn German.
   
2. _________________________________? I would prefer to go to Hawaii.
   
3. _________________________________? She would rather eat chocolate
   
4. _________________________________? I would prefer not to do either.
   
5. _________________________________? I am not sure either would be fine.
   

 

C. Gerund for manner: Finish the sentences using a gerund to describe how something is done. (10 marks)

 

1. A good way to learn new vocabulary is …..
   
2. One way of practicing conversation is …
   
3. You can learn to cook or improve your skills ….
   
4. You can make new friends …
   
5. The best way to save money is …
   
6. You can share your music with friends …
   
7. You can lose some weight and get healthy …
   
8. Global warming can be reduced …
   
9. Homeless people on the street can be helped …
   
10. HIV/AIDS can be stopped …
    

 

D. Reading Assessment: (12 marks)

 

Read the article in a school magazine. Then check (√ ) three true statements.

 

 

 

Good study habits can help you learn better and make homework less stressful. These ideas are helpful for managing homework and study time.

 

• For each hour you spend in class, spend one to two hours studying outside of class. Keep track of successes and problems. What problems have you had in your classes? How did you solve them? Are there any new solutions or strategies that work for you?
  

 

• Start working on major projects as soon as they are assigned. Write all homework assignments, test dates, and assignment deadlines on a calendar. Make a schedule every week for each day's homework, but be sure to leave time for rest and recreation.
  

 

• Take thorough notes about important ideas in you reading. Use different colored file folders to organize your notes for each class. Review your notes regularly.
  

 

By discovering, what techniques are best for you, you can set goals, identify problems, find appropriate solutions, and take the stress out of homework.

 

□     1. You can reduce stress by having good study habits.

□     2. You should spend less time studying outside the class than you spend in class.

□     3. If you think about your study problems, you're wasting your time.

□     4. The best time to start writing a paper is the night before it is due.

□     5. When you plan your study week, you should include some time for fun.

□     6. Colored folders can help you organize your notes.