BAC ENG, 2009, SCRIS, L1-L2, Sb-2, Var 1-25

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BAC ENG, 2009, SCRIS, L1-L2, Sb-2, Var 1-50

Varianta 1 : SUBIECTUL II (30 de puncte)

1. Choose the right variant and, on your exam sheet, write the corresponding letter next to the number of the sentence. 4 points

1) I can’t come out because I … my homework yet.

A. didn’t finish; B. haven’t finished; C. don’t finish; D. hadn’t finished

2) She is one of … talented performers I’ve ever seen.

A. more; B. a more; C. most; D. the most

3) Let me give you … advice.

A. an; B. the; C. –; D. some

4) By the time Mary turns 21, I … .

A. am retiring; B. have retired; C. have been retiring; D. will have retired

2. Fill in these mini dialogues. Write the answers on your exam sheet. 6 points

1) A: How did the meeting go?
B: …………………………

2) A: Why are you yelling?
B: …………………………
3) A: Which of these mobile phones do you think is better?
B: …………………………

3. Each of the following sentences contains one error. Write the correct sentences on your exam sheet.
10 points

1) He might gone out to the cinema.
2) He is completely addicted by computer games
3) When I was younger, I was drinking a lot of coffee.
4) This cake is tasting fantastic.
5) That’s the girl which mother is a doctor.

4. Fill in each blank with one word only so that the sentence makes sense. 6 points

1) My bag isn’t as heavy… yours.
2) Hardly had I entered the room… the phone rang.
3) I have been studying English…three years.

5. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, beginning as shown. 4 points

1) ’I won’t be there because I’m having a party ’, said Mary.
Mary told us that she ________________.

2) I didn’t buy more milk, so I didn’t have enough for breakfast.
If I _________________.

3) A burglar stole my purse.
My purse __________________.

4) Nobody in this class is taller than John.
John is __________________.


Varianta 2 : SUBIECTUL II (30 de puncte)

1. Choose the right variant and, on your exam sheet, write the corresponding letter next to the number indicating each sentence. 4 points

1) Tony’s father … his life in many ways.

A. influenced ; B. amazed ; C. encouraged ; D. supported

2) He started to play football professionally two years … .

A. since ; B. before ; C. after ; D. ago

3) Carol has been … from her job.

A. given up ; B. dismissed ; C. thrown ; D. registered

4) I’m afraid I can’t make it tonight. I ……………my lawyer at 7 o’clock.

A. see ; B. am seeing ; C. have seen ; D. saw

2. Fill in these mini dialogues. Write the answers on your exam sheet. 6 points

1) A: Dear James, this is Miss Payne, our new nanny.
B: How ………? It’s a pleasure to meet you.
2) A: Hello, Mr. Sanders ……… you?
B: Yes. I’ve got a bit of trouble with my car.
3) A: I’m afraid I’ve lost my wallet.
B: That’s ……….

3. Each of the following sentences contains an extra word. Write the correct sentence on your exam sheet. 10 points

1) I’d rather you pay me in cash.
2) She hasn’t got any money and I haven’t neither.
3) I wish I would tell her about it.
4) I went shopping and took a pullover.
5) I am keen of tennis.

4. Fill in each blank with one word only so that the sentence makes sense.
6 points

1) She has been working as a dressmaker … fifteen years.
2) What does your sister-in-law look …?
3) The teacher accused Sandra … cheating in the exam.

5. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, beginning as shown.
4 points

1) It’s a month since he started working here.
He has…

2) We’ve never slept outdoors before.
It’s the …

3) I couldn’t drink the tea because it was very hot.
The tea was …

4) They forced him to sign immediately.
They made…

Varianta 3 : SUBIECTUL II (30 de puncte)

1. Choose the right variant and, on your exam sheet, write the corresponding letter next to the number indicating each sentence. 4 points

1) They warned us ______ the old road.

A. against take; B. not to take; C. against to take; D. not taking

2) I wish I ______ sold that chair my grandmother left me.

A. couldn’t; B. didn’t; C. wouldn’t; D. hadn’t

3) I ______ only just put out the light when the telephone rang.

A. have; B. had; C. did; D. was

4) Who ______ you I was here?

A. did tell; B. has told; C. told; D. does tell

2. Fill in these mini dialogues. Write the answers on your exam sheet.
6 points

1) A: Do you think Justine will get the job?
B: _________________________
2) A: Are you going to get a taxi to the airport?
B: _________________________
3) A: I went to France for my holidays this year.
B: _________________________

3. Each of the following sentences contains one error. Write the correct sentences on your exam sheet. 10 points

1) This cake is tasting fantastic.
2) Tell him the news when you will see him.
3) I must to go straight home after my English lesson.
4) She phoned to say us the terrible news.
5) The film was really excited.

4. Fill in each blank with one word only so that the sentence makes sense. 6 points

1) What were you doing _____ the police officer knocked on the door?
2) I know Mary better _____ anyone.
3) Let me introduce _____ : I’m Beth Brown.

5. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence,
beginning as shown. 4 points

1) It’s ages since I ate in that restaurant.
I haven’t ________________.

2) “When is your birthday?” I asked Sam.
I asked Sam ________________.

3) Perhaps Amy missed the bus.
Amy might ________________.

4) I didn’t go to bed early, so I didn’t wake up at seven.
If I ________________.

Varianta 4 : SUBIECTUL II (30 de puncte

1. Choose the right variant and, on your exam sheet, write the corresponding letter next to the number indicating each sentence. 4 points

1) My parents ecouraged ________ a foreign language.

A. me study; B. me to study; C. me studying; D. that I study

2) I’d rather you ________ say anything to John about this conversation.

A. don’t; B. won’t; C. didn’t; D. hadn’t

3) Adam: How long _______ here? // Brian: Since 1984.

A. do you live; B. are you living; C. did you live; D. have you been living

4) ” How was the film on television last night?” // “It was ______ good that I wish I had taped it.”

A. such; B. such a; C. so; D. as such

2. Fill in these mini dialogues. Write the answers on your exam sheet. 6 points

1) A: ” I’d never dream of becoming a decorator! I can’t imagine doing that for a lifetime.”
B: _________________________
2) A: ” Is that a history book you’ve got there?”
B: _________________________
3) A: ” Why are you looking so pleased?”
B: _________________________

3. Each of the following sentences contains one error. Write the correct sentences on your exam sheet. 10 points

1) She’s been teaching at that college since many years.
2) He was swam to the other side of the pool in less than three minutes.
3) Are their any eggs in the fridge?
4) This play was writing by Shakespeare.
5) Have you got a brother or the sister?

4. Fill in each blank with one word only so that the sentence makes sense.
6 points

1) I first came to this town more than twenty years _____ .
2) Excuse me, but does this umbrella belong _____ you?
3) We can either wait here, _____ phone for a taxi.

5. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, beginning as shown.
4 points

1) Jane Austen wrote Sense and Sensibility.
Sense and Sensibility________________.

2) “No, I won’t do my homework” said Liz.
Liz refused ________________.

3) It would be a good idea for us to take an umbrella.
We had ________________.

4) I didn’t know it was your birthday, so I didn’t send you a card.
If I ________________.


Varianta 5 : SUBIECTUL II (30 de puncte)

1. Choose the right variant and, on your exam sheet, write the corresponding letter next to the number indicating each sentence. 4 points

1) I wish I ______ ride a bicycle.

A. would; B. did; C. could; D. had

2) The man ______ wife I met at the conference phoned earlier to ask us to dinner.

A. which; B. who; C. whom; D. whose

3) He decided to put off his journey _______ the poor weather.

A. because; B. consequently; C. because of; D. in consequence

4) ”How did you lose so much weight?” /// ”By eating______ and exercising more.”

A. more; B. less; C. fewer; D. much

2. Fill in these mini dialogues. Write the answers on your exam sheet. 6 points

1) A: “Will any of us be invited to the party?”
B: _________________________
2) A: ”What was Brian saying?”
B: _________________________
3) A: “Why is Tina upset?”
B: _________________________

3. Each of the following sentences contains one error. Write the correct sentences on your exam sheet.
10 points

1) Make sure you call me when you will get home.
2) Mary told to Jim that his remarks had upset her.
3) Tina and Helen have arrived and there waiting outside.
4) Sue said that she had wrote a letter to Lisa.
5) I didn’t think you were interesting in ancient history.

4. Fill in each blank with one word only so that the sentence makes sense. 6 points

1) Brian bought his first motorbike ____ 1998.
2) I _____ to drink a lot of coffee when I was younger, but now I only drink a cup of coffee once in a while.
3) Tony can’t _____ waiting in queues, because he’s very impatient.

5. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, beginning as shown.
4 points

1) My house will be painted next week.
I will have ________________.

2) “Shall I do the washing-up?” said John.
John offered ________________.

3) Let’s go for a picnic if the weather is good.
Unless ________________.

4) It was unnecessary for us to buy so much food.
We needn’t ________________.


Varianta 6 : SUBIECTUL II (30 de puncte)

1. Choose the right variant and, on your exam sheet, write the corresponding letter next to the number indicating each sentence. 4 points

1) If only it ______ such a wet day. We could have had a picnic.

A. isn’t; B. couldn’t be; C. hadn’t been; D. wouldn’t be

2) According ______ Dr. Brown, diet plays a more important role than we might think.

A. with; B. to; C. from; D. by

3) I _______ Poland for the first time seven years ago.

A. have visited; B. was visiting; C. visited; D. visit

4) The book, _______ illustrations were painted by a local artist, provides an interesting account of the history of the islands.

A. whose; B. which; C. where; D. that

2. Fill in these mini dialogues. Write the answers on your exam sheet. 6 points

1) A: “What a nice dress. When did you buy it?”
B: _________________________
2) A: “I’ve never been to France. Have you?”
B: _________________________
3) A: “How long have you lived here?”
B: _________________________

3. Each of the following sentences contains one error. Write the correct sentences on your exam sheet. 10 points

1) I hope to go to university after I will finish school.
2) You must to do as you have been instructed.
3) The boy which bike I borrowed had forgotten about it.
4) Yesterday was such cold that I stayed at home.
5) Can you give me an advice?

4. Fill in each blank with one word only so that the sentence makes sense. 6 points

1) John met Sally _____ half-past seven outside the cinema.
2) The Nile is _____ longest river in the world.
3) I’ve been waiting here _____ two hours.

5. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, beginning as shown.
4 points

1) Over 1,000 students will take this exam.
This exam________________.

2) “I wouldn’t eat too much if I were you, Mary”, said Carol.
Carol advised ________________.

3) Don’t run fast, or you’ll feel tired.
If ________________.

4) I last saw Ann in 2004.
I haven’t ________________.


Varianta 7 : SUBIECTUL II (30 de puncte)

1. Choose the right variant and, on your exam sheet, write the corresponding letter next to the number indicating each sentence. 4 points

1) Despite ______ an excellent holiday, I still felt quite tired.

A. I had had; B. to have had; C. having had; D. have had

2) If only I _____ out in the sun so long!

A. have stayed; B. hadn’t stayed; C. will stay; D. stayed

3) “Can I speak to Jenny, please?” “Sorry, she ______ a shower right now.”

A. has; B. will have; C. is having; D. was having

4) “Where does Jenny work?” “I think she works in a bank, _____?”

A. isn’t she; B. does she; C. can’t she; D. doesn’t she

2. Fill in these mini dialogues. Write the answers on your exam sheet. 6 points

1) A: “What’s the matter with Ann?”
B: _________________________
2) A: “How about going to the cinema?”
B: _________________________
3) A: ”So, how did your parents react to the news?”
B: _________________________

3. Each of the following sentences contains one error. Write the correct sentences on your exam sheet. 10 points

1) My mother told to me that I must help her with the housework.
2) The second bus, whose was full, didn’t stop either.
3) Andra asked a passer-by where was the train station.
4) When have you arrived in this city?
5) This book is the more interesting I’ve ever read.

4. Fill in each blank with one word only so that the sentence makes sense. 6 points

1) Can I have a different book? I’ve _____ read this one.
2) The boy ran _____ fast that nobody was able to catch him.
3) He’s _____ oldest person in the room.

5. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, beginning as shown.
4 points

1) The mayor opened the new kindergarten.
The new kindergarten________________.

2) It wasn’t necessary for the children to lie about the broken window.
The children_______________.

3) “What time does the office party start?” Al asked Claire.
Al asked Claire ________________.

4) Both students were unhappy with the results.
Neither of______________.


Varianta 8 : SUBIECTUL II (30 de puncte)

1. Choose the right variant and, on your exam sheet, write the corresponding letter next to the number indicating each sentence. 4 points

1) Cats are capable _____ tremendous loyalty and affection.

A. to; B. for; C. from; D. of

2) Have you asked him where _______ last night?

A. he was; B. was he; C. he has been; D. has he been

3) ________ had I found the departure gate than they announced that there would be a two-hour delay.

A. Hardly; B. No sooner; C. Scarcely; D. Only after

4) Apparently, she ________ live in London about twenty years ago.

A. use to; B. was used to; C. got used; D. used to

2. Fill in these mini dialogues. Write the answers on your exam sheet. 6 points

1) A: “Steven used to wear a suit and tie more often in the past.”
B: _________________________
2) A: “Mary doesn’t like Chinese food, does she?”
B: _________________________
3) A: “Do you like classical music?”
B: _________________________

3. Each of the following sentences contains one error. Write the correct sentences on your exam sheet. 10 points

1) You can’t have any dessert until you will finish the rest of your meal.
2) I like this bike but it’s wheels are too small.
3) Kate ate so much cakes that she could hardly walk.
4) Sue had her windows broke by vandals.
5) David felt badly because he’d shouted at his mother.

4. Fill in each blank with one word only so that the sentence makes sense.
6 points

1) Tom has worked in this company ____ five years.
2) This car is as expensive _____ that one.
3) By the _____ we get there the film will have ended.

5. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, beginning as shown.
4 points

1) The student’s silly remarks did not amuse him.
He wasn’t ________________.

2) “Can you drive?” he asked her.
He asked her________________.

3) We didn’t leave early, so we missed the bus.
If we ________________.

4) It wasn’t necessary for me to go to work yesterday.
I didn’t have ______________


Varianta 9 : SUBIECTUL II (30 de puncte)

1. Choose the right variant and, on your exam sheet, write the corresponding letter next to the number indicating each sentence. 4 points

1) He plays football _______ though he’s 50.

A. still; B. and; C. yet; D. even

2) She _______ married when she was still a teenager.

A. was getting; B. will get; C. got; D. has got

3) You ______ to wait in the queue like everyone else.

A. mustn’t; B. should; C. have; D. needn’t

4) People _______ start fires deliberately are called arsonists.

A. which; B. whom; C. who; D. what

2. Fill in these mini dialogues. Write the answers on your exam sheet. 6 points

1) A: “Hello. Could I speak to Robert, please?”
B: _________________________
2) A: “Did you hear about the demonstration?”
B: _________________________
3) A: “Does she ever stop talking?”
B: _________________________

3. Each of the following sentences contains one error. Write the correct sentences on your exam sheet. 10 points

1) Do you know whom bag this is?
2) There was so many rain last night, that the roads were flooded.
3) We have started this course three weeks ago.
4) Paula felt happily when her exams were over.
5) I’m not understanding this sentence.

4. Fill in each blank with one word only so that the sentence makes sense.
6 points

1) Tony is younger _____ Bob.
2) That’s the man _____ daughter got married to my neighbour.
3) There was so _____ noise that I couldn’t hear him.

5. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, beginning as shown.
4 points

1) I’m sure she is at home by now.
She________________.

2) The bedroom was too small to add a second wardrobe.
The bedroom was not ________________ .

3) “I can help you with your homework if you like”, John said to Helen.
John________________.

4) Our teacher always arrives to class on time.
Our teacher never ______________.


Varianta 10 : SUBIECTUL II (30 de puncte)

1. Choose the right variant and, on your exam sheet, write the corresponding letter next to the number indicating each sentence. 4 points

1) ________ the fact that they are poor, they have few problems.

A. However; B. Moreover; C. Even though; D. In spite of

2) Robert, _______ has been an actor for twenty years, is from Italy.

A. what; B. who; C. which; D. whom

3) “Have you seen Janet lately?” “No, I _______ from her for ages.”

A. didn’t hear; B. haven’t heard; C. wasn’t hearing; D. hadn’t heard

4) “I think this egg has gone off.” “Yes, it certainly _______ too good.”

A. isn’t smelling; B. does smell; C. smells; D. doesn’t smell

2. Fill in these mini dialogues. Write the answers on your exam sheet. 6 points

1) A: “Good morning. Sun Hotel.”
B: _________________________

2) A: “It’s great to see you again after all these years!”
B: _________________________
3) A: “If I tell you something, will you promise not to tell anyone else?”
B: _________________________
3. Each of the following sentences contains one error. Write the correct sentences on your exam sheet. 10 points

1) The people which luggage was lost had to wait a long time.
2) We had so many free time, that we got bored.
3) She told me that she must to finish her homework.
4) All the food at the party was ate.
5) I’m not really interesting in this car.

4. Fill in each blank with one word only so that the sentence makes sense. 6 points

1) She treats him _____ a servant.
2) I’d rather go to the park _____ watch TV.
3) The man _____ bought our car lives next door.

5. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, beginning as shown.
4 points

1) Mobile phones are much cheaper these days.
Mobile phones are not as ________________.

2) They didn’t give out any information on the situation.
No ________________.

3) “When I finish my homework, I’m going to watch television”, said Carol.
Carol said that when ________________.

4) I don’t know the answer, so I can’t help you.
If I ______________.


Varianta 11 : SUBIECTUL II (30 de puncte)

1. Choose the right variant and, on your exam sheet, write the corresponding letter next to the number indicating each sentence. 4 points

1) He plays football _____ though he’s 50.

A. still; B. and; C. yet; D. even

2) ”Do you always travel to work by train?” ”No. Sometimes I ______ by bus.”

A. am going; B. go; C. had been going; D. was going

3) ”The shop _______ you bought your camera has closed down.”

A. which; B. where; C. that; D. when

4) I tried yoga once, but I thought it was _______.

A. bored; B. boredom; C. boring; D. bore

2. Fill in these mini dialogues. Write the answers on your exam sheet. 6 points

1) A: “This Maths problem is really difficult, isn’t it?”
B: _________________________
2) A: “Oh dear. We’ve so much reading to do for English!”
B: _________________________
3) A: “Goodness! Your shoes look awful!”
B: _________________________

3. Each of the following sentences contains one error. Write the correct sentences on your exam sheet. 10 points

1) An old man, which was carrying a suitcase, knocked at the door.
2) It was so a long way that we decided to drive there.
3) I was send here by the manager.
4) Please stay in your seats until the bell will ring.
5) Peter has been working very hardly.

4. Fill in each blank with one word only so that the sentence makes sense.
6 points

1) I managed to lose _____ my passport and my wallet.
2) That dress is a lot longer _____ the other one.
3) We started working here five years _____ .

5. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, beginning as shown.
4 points

1) We go to the theatre less frequently these days.
We don’t go to the theatre as ________________.

2) This is the first time I’ve actually been to their new house.
I have never ________________.

3) “Did you remember to post the letter?”, my mother asked me.
My mother asked me if________________.

4) If I finish work early, I’ll go to the party.
I won’t go to the party ______________.

Varianta 12 : SUBIECTUL II (30 de puncte)

1. Choose the right variant and, on your exam sheet, write the corresponding letter next to the number indicating each sentence. 4 points

1) She was cleaning some drawers when she came … an old picture of her late husband.

A. over ; B. across ; C. with ; D. still

2) I’m looking forward … the gala tonight.

A. attending ; B. to attending ; C. attend ; D. be attending

3) If you … careful, you’ll fail.

A. will be ; B. won’t be ; C. are ; D. aren’t

4) Tina is … old to play the part of Juliet.

A. so ; B. too ; C. very ; D. sometimes

2. Fill in these mini dialogues. Write the answers on your exam sheet. 6 points

1) A: ………, Timmons?
B: It’s 25 Palm Street, Miss.
2) A: ………
B: She’s tall and slim with dark blue eyes and pale gold hair.
3) A: Good morning. Grand Plaza ………?
B: I’d like to cancel my reservation, please.

3. Each of the following sentences contains an extra word. Write the correct sentence on your exam sheet.
10 points

1) The Louvre in Paris is one of the world’s most largest museums.
2) In that art gallery you’ll find everything from ancient mummies to modern sculptures they
made of wire and glass.
3) She returned to the small village where she was born there.
4) Spending too much time in front of the computer it can damage your eyesight.
5) People in underdeveloped countries are often being short of food.

4. Fill in each blank with one word only so that the sentence makes sense. 6 points

1) Peter refused to enter the drama club because he thought it was a … of time.
2) We … to build sandcastles on the beach when we were young.
3) I’ll … out the garbage if you wash the dishes.

5. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, beginning as shown.
4 points

1) My advice to you is to stop overeating.
If I ……………………………………….

2) Part of her daily routine is to wash the windows.
She is used …………………………….

3) Somebody has removed the files.
The files ………………………………….

4) Could I ask you to be more considerate?
Would you mind………………………… ?


Varianta 13 : SUBIECTUL II (30 de puncte)

1. Choose the correct variant and, on your exam sheet, write the corresponding letter next to the number of the sentence. 4 points

1) As soon as we …………., we are going home.

A. will finish ; B. finish ; C. finished ; D. had finished

2) While she…………..down the street, she saw Andy.

A. walks ; B. had walked ; C. walked ; D. was walking

3) It’s the first time he …………….to Paris.

A. has flown ; B. flies ; C. will fly ; D. flew

4) I am used to …………..lonely.

A. feel ; B. felt ; C. feeling ; D. having felt

2. Fill in these mini-dialogues. Write the answers on your exam sheet: 6 points

1) A: Should I eat that?
B: If I…………., I wouldn’t.
2) A: ……………………………?
B: I don’t know; she has left the office twenty minutes ago.
3) A: ………………………………?
B: Actually no. I’m upset about having my luggage stolen.

3. Each of the following sentences contains one error. Write the correct sentence on your exam sheet. 10 points

1) What time the train arrives in Prague?
2) His mother works like a doctor in the hospital.
3) During he was studying in Paris, he met a lot of people he really liked.
4) People didn’t have many money in those days.
5) I didn’t used to like tennis but I do now.

4. Complete the sentences with one word only. 6 points

1) Let me give you a …of advice.
2) He can’t reach the top shelf, it’s …high.
3) I haven’t seen Robert …he moved to London.

5. Rephrase each sentence beginning with the words given.
4 points

1) They can’t go fishing because it’s raining heavily.
If …………………………………………

2) They must do something to stop this noise.
Something……………………………………….

3) Please don’t go there at night!
I’d rather……………………………………………

4) I am sorry I didn’t see her.
I regret……………………………………………….


Varianta 14 : SUBIECTUL II (30 de puncte)
1. Choose the correct variant and, on your exam sheet, write the corresponding letter next to the number of the sentence. 4 points

1) My brother ………………about buying a new car.

A. is thinking ; B. thinks ; C. think ; D. shall think

2) Our grandchildren ………………us for a long time.

A. hasn’t visited ; B. haven’t visited ; C. don’t visit ; D. didn’t visit

3) As soon as Harry ………. London he was called back to Prague.

A. is reaching ; B. reach ; C. will reach ; D. reached

4) We are looking forward ………………….you next week.

A. meeting ; B. meet ; C. to meeting ; D. be meeting

2. Fill in these mini-dialogues. Write the answers on your exam sheet. 6 points

1) A: Would you like to go to a concert?
B:……………………………………...
2) A: Do you like the food?
B: …………………………………….
3) A: I think he should add a second bathroom.
B: …………………………………………….

3. Each of the following sentences contains one error. Write the correct sentence on your exam sheet. 10 points

1) She is not as her brother at all.
2) Can I give you an advice?
3) Money don’t grow on trees.
4) Did he used to go out with Mary?
5) You should stay here until they will call.

4. Complete the sentences with one word only. 6 points

1) Mobile phones must be switched …on airplanes.
2) Try not to talk to him because he is not in a good…today.
3) I can’t …people telling me lies.

5. Rephrase each sentence beginning with the words given.
4 points

1) Nobody told him that you were ill.
He……………………………………….

2) My friend likes reading more than watching TV.
He prefers………………………………………….

3) Why don’t you try sending an e-mail?
I suggested……………………………………

4) I can’t take a holiday.
It’s impossible……………………………..


Varianta 15 : SUBIECTUL II (30 de puncte)

1. Choose the correct variant and, on your exam sheet, write the corresponding letter next to the number of the sentence: 4 points

1) I’m afraid I can’t make it tonight. I ……………my lawyer at 7 o’clock.

A. see ; B. am seeing ; C. have seen ; D. saw

2) His family ……………to find an apartment for a month now.

A. has been trying ; B. is trying ; C. has tried ; D. tries

3) If they ………….a well paid job, they will probably buy a house.

A. found ; B. will find ; C. would find ; D. find

4) He suggested that I …………….rude to her.

A. aren’t ; B. be ; C. shouldn’t be ; D. will be

2. Fill in these mini-dialogues. Write the answers on your exam sheet. 6 points

1) A: What can I do for you?
B: ………………………………………..
2) A: Did you see Jamie last night?
B: ………………………………………...
3) A: What does she look like?
B: ……………………………………….

3. Each of the following sentences contains one error. Write the correct sentence on your exam sheet. 10 points

1) He has had a very good news.
2) It is far more easy to watch the movie than read the book.
3) Ann, the girl which came to your party, is my neighbour.
4) He really must to give up smoking.
5) You spoke to him yesterday, did you?

4. Complete the sentences with one word only.
6 points

1) How …have you been working here?
2) The older she gets, …more difficult she becomes.
3) Many teenagers are addicted …video games.

5. Rephrase each sentence beginning with the words given.
4 points

1) It’s a pity you failed the exam.
I wish………………………………

2) I would like you to deliver the after-dinner speech.
Do you mind…………………

3) Both men have bad ideas.
Neither ………………

4) Mobile phones used to be much more expensive.
Mobile phones aren’t……………………………..


Varianta 16 : SUBIECTUL II (30 de puncte)

1. Choose the correct variant and, on your exam sheet, write the corresponding letter next to the number of the sentence. 4 points

1) If I ………..the bill, we wouldn’t have been cut off.

A. had been paid ; B. paid ; C. had paid ; D. have paid

2) His son always wants to know the reason …………things are as they are.

A. whom ; B. who ; C. which ; D. why

3) She didn’t go out so that she………………..cold.

A. wouldn’t catch ; B. won’t catch ; C. not to catch ; D. hadn’t caught

4) Let’s go to the cinema, ... we?

A. do ; B. shall ; C. will ; D. can

2. Fill in these mini-dialogues. Write the answers on your exam sheet.
6 points

1) A: Is everything all right? You seem fed up.
B: ………………………………………………………..
2) A: How about going out?
B: …………………………………………….
3) A: Why don’t we get tickets for the concert tonight?
B: To ………………………..mood for live music.

3. Each of the following sentences contains one error. Write the correct sentence on your exam sheet. 10 points

1) People who drives cars should pay higher taxes.
2) I am looking forward to hear from you.
3) Everything will be easier when we will get the new computer.
4) He works for an organisation who helps people to find a job.
5) We all really enjoyed ourself at the party.

4. Complete the sentences with one word only. 6 points

1) I didn’t want to go there even…they said it was a safe place.
2) What is the best …to travel there?
3) If you don’t guess the answer, do you give…?

5. Rephrase each sentence beginning with the words given.
4 points

1) I last saw her a few weeks ago.
I haven’t………………………………….

2) He will see you off at the airport.
You………………………………….

3) My parents won’t buy me a car if I don’t pass my exams.
Unless…………………………………..

4) They were so happy that they couldn’t go on talking to him.
They were too………………………………….


Varianta 17 : SUBIECTUL II (30 de puncte)

1. Choose the correct variant and, on your exam sheet, write the corresponding letter next to the number of the sentence: 4 points

1) He … stay home than go outside with his friends.

A. will ; B. would rather ; C. could ; D. may

2) He’s the director ……………film became a blockbuster.

A. which ; B. of which ; C. whose ; D. whom

3) There will be trouble if he ……………..like that again.

A. behave ; B. will behave ; C. behaved ; D. behaves

4) There is no reason………….them to be angry with me.

A. for ; B. on ; C. to ; D. with

2. Fill in these mini-dialogues. Write the answers on your exam sheet. 6 points

1) A: How about going to the cinema tonight?
B: I’d rather…………
2) A: What………………………..?
B: To be honest I’ve been in a bad mood all day.
3) A: I want to buy a new car but I haven’t saved enough money. What should I do?
B: If I……………………………………..

3. Each of the following sentences contains one error. Write the correct sentence on your exam sheet. 10 points

1) I promised him I will go home after the exam.
2) The child is used to eat milk and cereals every morning.
3) Whenever he meets her, he makes her to cry.
4) It really is true that British people drink a lot of tea.
5) I have to spend fewer money if I want to buy that house.

4. Complete the sentences with one word only:
6 points

1) We bought a lovely flat but it didn’t have ... furniture.
2) He has tried to learn his speech... heart.
3) I can’t ... the difference between the two sisters.

5. Rephrase each sentence beginning with the words given.
4 points

1) Nobody has used this car for ages.
This car................................................

2) Would you like to send him an e-mail?
Do you feel…………………………….?

3) I think it would be a good idea to leave earlier.
I suggest…………………………………………….

4) It is certain that we’ll pass the exams.
There is...................................................


Varianta 18 : SUBIECTUL II (30 de puncte)

1. Choose the correct variant and, on your exam sheet, write the corresponding letter next to the number of the sentence: 4 points

1) They … for the bus when it started to rain.

A. were waiting ; B. waited ; C. are waiting ; D. have waited

2) He wanted to know if I … speak French.

A. might ; B. can ; C. could ; D. may

3) Everything will be easier when we………………….the new computer system.

A. will get ; B. get ; C. got ; D. had got

4) ………….my mind, he is one of the best actors.

A. In ; B. For ; C. With ; D. To

2. Fill in these mini-dialogues. Write the answers on your exam sheet. 6 points

1) A: Emma is still looking for a decent flat.
B: How long…………………………………?
2) A: I wonder how Jim is doing.
B: I haven’t got a clue. It’s been………………………..
3) A: I’m freezing!
B: You ………………………………………..

3. Each of the following sentences contains one error. Write the correct sentence on your exam sheet. 10 points

1) Reporters are too interested in the lifes of the rich.
2) Do you know the girl which lives next door?
3) I forgot buying some milk when I was at the supermarket.
4) They mustn’t have realised it was your birthday.
5) Like I said, it is going to snow.

4. Complete the sentences with one word only.
6 points

1) The man that I told you…didn’t leave a message.
2) She is the friendliest person I have…met.
3) They asked me…I lived.

5. Rephrase each sentence beginning with the words given.
4 points

1) They have sent our parcel to the wrong address.
Our…………………………………………………….

2) I think it would be a good idea to give up.
I suggest …………………………………………

3) It’s a long time since he visited us.
He………………………………………

4) It is important for you to learn to drive.
You………………………………………….

Varianta 19 : SUBIECTUL II (30 de puncte)

1. Choose the correct variant and, on your exam sheet, write the corresponding letter next to the number of the sentence: 4 points

1) Danny made it clear that he didn’t feel like……………..with our friends.

A. go out ; B. going out ; C. went out ; D. to go out

2) I promised her I ………………..straight home after the meeting.

A. go ; B. will go ; C. am going ; D. would go

3) This is the couple …………..owned the house where we stayed.

A. who ; B. which ; C. what ; D. whose

4) I can’t tell you anything. They …………………….home yet.

A. don’t come ; B. haven’t come ; C. didn’t come ; D. won’t come

2. Fill in these mini-dialogues. Write the answers on your exam sheet. 6 points

1) A:……………………………………………………..?
B: A review of the film which was on television last night.
2) A: I think you should write a letter to the hotel manager and tell him what happened.
B: What…………………? I am sure he won’t do anything.
3) A: ……………………………………………..?
B: I’d rather you didn’t. Smoke makes me sick.

3. Each of the following sentences contains an extra word. Write the correct sentence on your exam sheet.
10 points

1) I don’t have enough of money to go on holiday this winter.
2) I am used to play tennis on Mondays but now I play on Thursdays.
3) We all hope to go to university after we finish the school.
4) I missed getting the train because of the traffic jams.
5) We did a so good job in our exams last term.

4. Complete the sentences with one word only. 6 points

1) You ... go to the doctor if you’ve got a cold.
2) We will definitely support a cause we believe... .
3) Cats are more independent ... dogs.

5. Rephrase each sentence beginning with the words given.
4 points

1) The last time I saw them was a month ago.
I………………………………………………….

2) Let’s work out the details.
Why don’t…………………………………?

3) I was wondering if I could borrow your pen.
Would…………………………………………?

4) He made her open her handbag.
She……………………………………



Varianta 20 : SUBIECTUL II (30 de puncte)

1. Choose the correct variant and, on your exam sheet, write the corresponding letter next to the number of the sentence: 4 points

1) It’s difficult to concentrate ………..your work with all this noise.

A. with ; B. on ; C. at ; D. to

2) By the time the police arrived, the burglars………………..

A. disappear ; B. have disappeared ; C. disappeared ; D. had disappeared

3) I would book the flights if you ………………..of the hotel.

A. will take care ; B. are taking care ; C. took care ; D. take care

4) You asked your boss for a rise, … you?

A. didn’t ; B. did ; C was ; D wasn’t

2. Fill in these mini-dialogues. Write the answers on your exam sheet. 6 points

1) A: ……………………………………………?
B: Jane’s not here. You can call her later.
2) A:I have a terrible headache.
B: …………………………………………….
3) A: …………………………………………………. ?
B: Oh yes! It was the best book I have ever read.

3. Each of the following sentences contains one error. Write the correct sentence on your exam sheet. 10 points

1) Would you mind to tell me how much it costs?
2) If I will finish this job before Friday I might come with you.
3) Like you know, she’s leaving tomorrow at 7 o’clock.
4) After working here for five years, I’ve decided it’s time to move off.
5) I’m living because it is late.

4. Complete the sentences with one word only.
6 points

1) He has a great …of humour.
2) They went to the beach every day as long …it was sunny.
3) Even …they have all the papers nobody believes them.

5. Rephrase each sentence beginning with the words given.
4 points

1) She is too young to drive a car.
She isn’t……………………………….

2) Why don’t you take a proper job?
I wish………………………………….

3) “You shouldn’t be rude to her”, my mother said to me.
My mother advised…………………….

4) Would you like to go to the cinema?
Do you feel…………………………….?


Varianta 21 : SUBIECTUL II (30 de puncte

1. Choose the correct variant and, on your exam sheet, write the corresponding letter next to the number of the sentence. 4 points

1) When they were younger they … come out dancing every weekend.

A getting used to ; B used to ; C did ; D have

2) I’d rather you …………….in here.

A not smoke ; B. don’t smoke ; C. didn’t smoke ; D. are not smoking

3) How long………………………….the guitar?

A. are you playing ; B. do you play? ; C. you play ; D. have you been playing

4) This movie is as good as the one we…………………..last week.

A. saw ; B. see ; C. have seen ; D. had seen

2. Fill in these mini-dialogues. Write the answers on your exam sheet. 6 points

1)A: …………………………..?
B: The one with the red roof.
2)A: ………………………………..?
B: Three thousand pounds a month.
3) A: …………………………………?
B: To invite me out to dinner.

3. Each of the following sentences contains one error. Write the correct sentence on your exam sheet. 10 points

1) I remember to see you for the first time.
2) We used to going out on Saturdays.
3) If he will know the answer, he will tell me.
4) Who did take my mobile phone out of my bag?
5) People didn’t have many money in those days.

4. Complete the sentences with one word only: 6 points

1) Her parents offered to …you up from the airport.
2) I haven’t heard …her for about a month.
3) We …better get going if we want to catch the bus on time.

5. Rephrase each sentence beginning with the words given. 4 points

1) You shouldn’t allow them to leave so early.
They…………………………………………….

2) He is more helpful than his friends.
His friends ……………………………….

3) Why don’t you study more?
I wish……………………………………….

4) You’d better tell the truth or else they will punish you.
If………………………………………………………….


Varianta 22 : SUBIECTUL II (30 de puncte)

1. Choose the correct variant and, on your exam sheet, write the corresponding letter next to the number of the sentence: 4 points

1) She made it clear that she didn’t feel like…………….with us.

A. going out ; B. go out ; C. to get out ; D. went out

2) All European countries should………………to cut pollution.

A. take place ; B. take part ; C. take care ; D. take steps

3) The management will not be held responsible ………………any damage.

A. from ; B. for ; C. about ; D. by

4) If my mother …………………., she would have given her permission.

A. is asked ; B. was asked ; C. had been asked ; D. asks

2. Fill in these mini-dialogues. Write the answers on your exam sheet. 6 points

1) A:…………………………………?
B: They are having lunch.
2) A: ………………………………….?
B: The red one. I think it suits you very well.
3) A:………………………………?
B: A review of the play I saw yesterday.

3. Each of the following sentences contains one error. Write the correct sentence on your exam sheet. 10 points

1) They were made wait for over an hour.
2) How many luggage do you think you’re going to take?
3) I knew her since 2006.
4) He should keep trying until somebody will come to help him.
5) I didn’t used to like cereals but I do now.

4. Complete the sentences with one word only. 6 points

1) He has never been afraid … hard work.
2) Do you …to go so soon?
3) This blouse … the skirt nicely.

5. Rephrase each sentence beginning with the words given. 4 points

1) I took her for her sister.
She…………………………………..

2) I can’t give you an answer.
It’s impossible……………………………………………………..

3) I am sorry I didn’t tell you everything.
I regret…………………………………………

4) They thought it was going to rain, so they didn’t go swimming.
If……………………………………………………………………….


Varianta 23 : SUBIECTUL II (30 de puncte)

1. Choose the correct variant and, on your exam sheet, write the corresponding letter next to the number of the sentence. 4 points

1) There are surely …………careers more extraordinary than his.

A. some ; B. little ; C. most ; D. few

2) While they … home they saw an accident.

A. were walking ; B. are walking ; C. have walked ; D. walked

3) If I …………….you so well, I would say you were lying.

A. don’t know ; B. didn’t know ; C. won’t know ; D. not know

4) Put your shoes……………because we are going out.

A. up ; B. through ; C. on ; D. to

2. Fill in these mini-dialogues. Write the answers on your exam sheet. 6 points

1) A:…………………………………………?
B: No, but I’ll phone the cinema and ask now.
2) A: ……………………………………………?
B: No, actually I think it’s quite warm in here.
3) A: ……………………………………………
B: I know. That’s why I am wearing sunglasses.

3. Each of the following sentences contains one error. Write the correct sentence on your exam sheet. 10 points

1) I know the girl which lives next to you.
2) How many times you phone your parents every day?
3) They advised me not to worry as everything will be all right.
4) My old car isn’t as beautiful as your.
5) There was only a few people in the class.

4. Complete the sentences with one word only. 6 points

1) They shouldn’t …fun of people who are less fortunate than them.
2) My friend has hated flying …as long as he can remember.
3) Coffee is popular …youngsters.

5. Rephrase each sentence beginning with the words given. 4 points

1) I’m having my house decorated.
My house………………………………

2) It’s a long time since he wrote an e-mail.
He hasn’t………………………………..

3) You must remember to bring your camera.
Don’t…………………………………….

4) I’d like to buy a mountain bike.
I’m interested………………………


Varianta 24 : SUBIECTUL II (30 de puncte)

1. Choose the correct variant and, on your exam sheet, write the corresponding letter next to the number of the sentence. 4 points

1) The man ... to repair the computer for three hours.

A. was trying ; B. have been trying ; C. is trying ; D. has been trying

2) He… a film when he heard a strange noise.

A. watch ; B. have watched ; C. was watching ; D. is watching

3) You are very proud of your daughter, ... you?

A. do ; B. aren’t ; C. are ; D. don’t

4) When you … him what you know he will try to help you.

A. tell ; B. will tell ; C. tells ; D. have told

2. Fill in these mini-dialogues. Write the answers on your exam sheet. 6 points

1) A: …………………………………………?
B: Oh yes! It was the best party I’ve ever been to.
2) A: ………………………………………………?
B: Yes. How can I help you?
3) A: ………………………………………………..?
B: Yes please. I’m really thirsty.

3. Each of the following sentences contains one error. Write the correct sentence on your exam sheet. 10 points

1) The police told me go away.
2) This ride isn’t exciting as the one we went on last year.
3) Could you tell me where is the nearest hospital?
4) I had this car since I was twenty.
5) They said they will open the doors at nine o’clock.

4. Complete the sentences with one word only. 6 points

1) You’re not …enough effort. You must try harder.
2) He’s never been particularly interested…football.
3) He was…first person to row across the Pacific.

5. Rephrase each sentence beginning with the words given. 4 points

1) Is anyone checking your papers?
Are you…………………………………….?

2) I’ve never tasted such a delicious dish.
It is the…………………………………..

3) “I’ll come with you tomorrow”, said John.
John promised…………………………..

4) I prefer watching football to playing it.
I’d rather…………………………………


Varianta 25 : SUBIECTUL II (30 de puncte)

1. Choose the correct variant and, on your exam sheet, write the corresponding letter next to the number of the sentence. 4 points

1) The secretary ... to get in touch with the client for three hours.

A. was trying ; B. have been trying ; C. is trying ; D. has been trying

2) I’d rather you ……………him the whole story last week.

A. don’t tell ; B. wouldn’t tell ; C. hadn’t told ; D. haven’t told

3) You are very proud of the result, ... you?

A. do ; B. aren’t ; C. are ; D. don’t

4) When the lawyer … to the office, he will study your case.

A. comes ; B. will come ; C. come ; D. has come

2. Fill in these mini-dialogues. Write the answers on your exam sheet. 6 points

1) A: …………………………………………?
B: Oh yes! It was the best party I’ve ever been to.
2) A: ………………………………………………?
B: Yes. How can I help you?
3) A: ………………………………………………..?
B: Yes please. I’m really thirsty.

3. Each of the following sentences contains one error. Write the correct sentence on your exam sheet. 10 points

1) Neither me nor my sister come to the meeting.
2) The north of the country has a more cold climate than the south.
3) Would you rather to go to the cinema or to the theatre?
4) He eats few meat because too much can be unhealthy.
5) They suggested to go to Paris for their holiday.

4. Complete the sentences with one word only.
6 points

1) I’ve …………all the housework, so now I want to relax.
2) Good bye, take care and keep in……
3) My parents got divorced…..I was very young.

5. Rephrase each sentence beginning with the words given. 4 points

1) In spite of their talent, they are too shy to perform in public.
Although they…………………………………………………..

2) “You broke my camera!” Andy said to his brother.
Andy blamed ………………………………..

3) I think it’s going to snow.
It looks …………………………………..

4) I didn’t see them because they didn’t come.
If they……………………………………………..