Unit 3 Progress Test A: Grammar
Unit 3 Progress Test A: Grammar
Grammar
1 Circle the correct words to complete the sentences.
1 There are only a few / a little actors in that new play.
2 It doesn’t matter how much / how many action scenes there are in a film if there isn’t a good storyline.
3 I think some / any soundtracks are more interesting than the film itself.
Mark: ___ / 8
2 Read the advice for an actor on a film set. Rewrite the advice using one of the verbs in brackets.
1 It’s very important to bring some food and water with you.
2 You are not allowed to use your mobile phone on the set.
‘I (must / mustn’t) .’
5 If you are sixteen or under, it’s compulsory to bring a parent with you.
‘I (needn’t / mustn’t) .’
Mark: ___ / 7
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‘Right. I __________________ eat something. Boil the water, open the packet, read the
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instructions … Oh no, I __________________ prepare a lot of vegetables!’
Does this sound like you in the kitchen? If it does, you need READYLUNCH!
Mark: ___ / 5
Vocabulary
4 Read the definitions of films and TV programmes and write the correct words.
1 I watch this every day to find out what’s happening in the world. __________________
2 I don’t really like this type of film because the actors are always singing. __________________
3 I like this type of programme, especially if I know the answers to the questions. __________________
4 In this type of film, a man and a woman meet, and after some problems they fall in love at the end.
__________________
5 This is a film about events from the past; the actors always wear beautiful clothes. __________________
6 In this programme, real people perform a special skill and the audience chooses the winner. __________________
Mark: ___ / 6
5 Complete the sentences with the correct words. The first and last letter of each word has been given.
1 I think thrillers are g_ _ _ _ _ _g – you never know what’s going to happen next!
2 Science fiction films usually have a lot of s_ _ _ _ _ _ e_ _ _ _ _s to make you believe you’re in a different world.
3 It doesn’t matter what kind of film it is – if the acting is c_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _g, I usually love it.
4 Film producers say that you can’t make a good film from a bad s_ _ _ _t.
5 Many war films contain a lot of fighting and are too v_ _ _ _ _t for younger children to watch.
6 I really like watching horror films, especially if the c_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _s are very scary.
Mark: ___ / 6
concern decisions express get grades have provide research take part in
1 The fact that children watch too much television causes _______________ for many parents.
2 Some people like to _______________ online games so that they can play with their friends.
3 Using a mobile phone can _______________ positive and negative effects on people’s lives.
Mark: ___ / 8
Use of English
7 Read the dialogue and find ten mistakes (an unnecessary word, a word missing or an incorrect word).
Circle the mistakes and write the corrections.
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Jane I’m quite fancy that new war film. Shall we go later? ____________
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Lucy Not another war film! I rather go to watch a comedy. ____________
3
Jane We watched what you wanted the last two times! And you adore on the main actor! ____________
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Lucy I know, but I’m not keen with violent films. ____________
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Jane Well, I’d prefer watching a science fiction than a comedy. ____________
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Lucy OK. Shall we settle in Star Trek? ____________
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Jane I’m a big fan to the original Star Trek, but … ____________
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Lucy But, you’re not really fancying on the remake. Shall we just go bowling? ____________
9
Jane That’s great idea! Let’s phone the others! ____________
10
Lucy That’s agree then. At last! Have you got Molly’s number …? ____________
Mark: ___ / 10
Listening
8 3 Listen to five people talking about things they do in their free time. Match the speakers (1–5) with
the statements (A–F). There is one extra statement.
A Speaker ___ isn’t happy with what they’ve got.
B Speaker ___ thinks they will continue to improve.
C Speaker ___ likes to be able to find out information quickly.
Mark: ___ / 5
Do you want to be on TV or in a film? Well, if you do, then why not become an extra? Extras play a very small
part in a film or TV programme. They don’t usually speak. However, they may have to walk across the set or
stand with other extras as part of a crowd.
There are many agencies that are always looking for extras and some of them are online, so it’s easy to apply
wherever you live. You usually just need to fill in an application form and send in some photos. TV and film
directors often want extras who have a particular look. For example, they may want women with long hair for
period dramas and people who look a bit scary for horror films, so try to think about the kind of programme
that you’d like to be in when you’re choosing which photos to send.
So imagine you get a call to say a director wants you in their next film. You’re really excited, but what happens
next? Well, don’t be anxious about how you’ll look on screen, as the company will do lots of work on you when
you arrive on the set. You might have to wear your own clothes, but don’t worry about your hair and make-up
as there will be staff to make you look perfect for the role.
Now, although it all sounds really exciting, be prepared to sit around for a lot of the day, waiting until you are
needed for your scene. The time can go very slowly if you don’t have anything to do, so it’s a good idea to
take a book with you on any job that you get. Take some food and drink, too – you’ll probably get lunch, but
remember it’ll be a long day!
Most extras can earn about £90 to £110 a day. This isn’t very good for the number of hours that you need to
be available, but for the actual work that you do, it’s OK. However, people usually become an extra for the
chance to be on the big screen rather than for the money. Some people hope that it may lead to a real acting
part. This doesn’t happen very often, but there are some stories of extras becoming famous because a
director saw them on a film set. However, even if you continue to just be an extra, you might get to see one of
your favourite Hollywood actors one day, and it will definitely be something to tell all your friends about!
Mark: ___ / 5
Writing
10 You and a friend recently did a social activity together (e.g. going for a bike ride, playing basketball,
meeting for a coffee, etc.). Write an informal letter to another friend. Follow the instructions below.
• Say which activity you did and who with.
• Give your personal opinion about the activity.
• Mention what you did after the activity.
• Invite your friend to do a similar activity with you soon.
Mark: ___ / 10
Total: ___ / 70