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7 complete ESB Level B1 Practice Tests

Practice Test 1 Page 7



Practice Test 4 1




CONTENTS

Grammar Section

Unit 1 - Reflexive Pronouns Page 64

Unit 2 - Questions and Answers (wh- words) Page 66

Unit 3 - Question Tags Page 68

Unit 4 - Adjectives Page 70

Unit 5 - Adjectives and Adverbs Page 72

Unit 6 - Passive Voice Page 74

Unit 7 - Direct and Indirect Speech I Page 76

Unit 8 - Direct and Indirect Speech II Page 78

Unit 9 - Modal Verbs I Page 80

Unit 10 - Modal Verbs II Page 82

Unit 11 - Conditionals I Page 84

Unit 12 - Conditionals II Page 86

Vocabulary Section

Unit 1 - Work Page 90

Unit 2 - Describing Things Page 94

Unit 3 - The Media Page 98

Unit 4 - Socialising Page 102

Unit 5 - Celebrations Page 106

Unit 6 - Family and Marriage Page 110

Unit 7 - Travel Page 114

Unit 8 - Cookery Page 118

Unit 9 - People Page 122

Unit 10 - Sport & Fitness Page 126

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ESB LEVEL B1 - NEW REVISED FORMAT

TIME FOR THE WRITTEN EXAM: (2 HOURS) Paper/timing Part NO. OF ITEMS ITEM TYPES

LISTENING[20% OF TOTAL MARKS)ALL LISTENING ITEMS

ARE HEARD TWICE

1 10 questions (1-10) on 10 short dialogues three-option mutiple choice questions

2 10 questions (11-20) on one extended dialogue True/False

READING[20% OF TOTAL MARKS]

1 1 text of 400 words max - 10 items (21 - 30)

A. choose the four appropriate paragraph headings from the sixoptions given;

B. 6 True/False StatementsSkimming and scanning.

2 1 text of 400 words max - 5 items (31 - 35) four-option mutiple choice questionsSkimming and scanning.

USE OF ENGLISH[20% OF TOTAL MARKS]

1 10 items (36 - 45) four-option mutiple choice questions - Grammar

2 10 items (46 - 55) four-option mutiple choice questions - Vocabulary

3 10 items (56 - 65)10 items on a cloze textthree-option multiple choice questions- Grammar & Vocabulary

4 5 items (66 - 70) three-option mutiple choice questions-Vocabulary: Prefixes, Suffixes

WRITING[20% OF TOTAL MARKS]

one piece of writing from the three subjects given

120 - 150 words

1. an email to someone you know2. a story, 3. a descriptive/opinion essayMARKING CRITERIA:Content and Appropriacy; Organisationand Cohesion; Grammar: level-appropriate range andaccuracy; Vocabulary: level-appropriate rangeand accuracy

SPEAKING[20% OF TOTAL MARKS]11 minutes in total.Students in pairs

ALL QUESTIONS FOR ALLPARTS ARE TAKEN FROM

THE 20 PREDICTIVE SPEAKING TOPICS

MARKING CRITERIA:Grammar, Vocabulary, Interactive Ability, Discourse Management, Pronunciation.

1 3 minutes: Introductory, personal questions

2 4 minutes: Interactive Discussion. Talk together about the topic, using any of the eight prompts given.

3 4 minutes: Respond to the examiner's questions on a different topic.


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7 Practice Tests

for ESB Level B1


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LISTENING Part 1

1. What does the woman want to buy?A. a designer dressB. a designer skirtC. a basic shirt

2. What was wrong with the woman?A. She had a bad week at work.B. She had overeaten.C. She had been sick.

3. Where did the man have a first day?A. a jobB. a schoolC. a club

4. Where are the man and woman going?A. the cinemaB. a playC. a sports game

5. How was the woman's trip?A. pleasantB. noisyC. comfortable

6. Who was NOT at the game?A. the woman's husbandB. the manC. the woman

7. Where is the announcement taking place?A. a cinemaB. a concertC. a restaurant

8. What food will they be eating?A. ItalianB. IndianC. Chinese

9. How many finals does the man have in total?A. 4B. 2C. 3

10. What will the man do this weekend?A. workB. go to the beachC. take someone's shift

Test 1You will hear people talking in ten different situations. For Questions 1-10 choose the correct answer A, B or C.You will hear each passage TWICE. You have one minute to read the questions for Part One.

LISTENING Part 2Listen to a talk about football. For questions 11-20, decide whether the sentences below are True (T) or False (F). You will hearthe recording TWICE. You have one minute to read the questions for Part Two.

Football

11. The girl has played football for many years. True / False12. Her sister is older than she is. True / False13. Her parents forced her to play football. True / False14. She was in second grade when she joined her first team. True / False15. She didn't like football the first year she played. True / False16. She doesn't play football during the winter. True / False17. Her team always plays other local teams. True / False18. She doesn't always like her commitments. True / False19. She loves celebrating with teammates more than anything. True / False20. She wants to play football professionally one day. True / False

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Succeed in ESB Level B1

ExAmPLE: G. Before the movies

READING Part 1

Charlie Chaplin

Thought of by many as the greatest comedian of all time, Charles Spencer Chaplin was born in London, England on 16 April 1889.In 1908 he joined Fred Karno's touring stage company with his brother, Sydney. In 1912 the group went to perform in America, andChaplin decided to stay. The following year, producer Mack Sennett saw him perform and decided to take him on at the KeystoneStudio.

His first movie was Making a Living (1914); however, his next film, Kid Auto Races at Venice (1914), was destined to change his entirecareer. This picture saw him wearing baggy trousers borrowed from Roscoe 'Fatty' Arbuckle, size 14 shoes belonging to Ford Sterling(and worn upside down to keep them from falling off), a tiny jacket from Keystone Kop Charles Avery, a bowler hat belonging toArbuckle's father-in-law and Mack Swain's moustache trimmed down to toothbrush size.

From 1915 onwards Chaplin wrote, directed, produced, scored and, of course, starred in all his movies. He joined the EssanayCompany the following year and in 1917, The Immigrant (1917) and Easy Street (1917) were both released. In 1918 he and hisbrother opened their own studio in Los Angeles, and in 1919 he teamed up with Douglas Fairbanks, Mary Pickford and D.W. Griffithto form something new they named United Artists, for the production of their own films. However, Chaplin did not make a film forthe company until 1923 when A Woman of Paris (1923) was released; this was followed in 1925 by the classic The Gold Rush (1925)and in 1927 by The Circus (1928), for which he received an Academy Award.

For the premiere of City Lights (1931), Chaplin travelled to London, and stayed there until 1932 before returning to the US. His nextfilm was Modern Times (1936), which proved to be one of his greatest successes, followed four years later by The Great Dictator(1940), which criticised the Nazis. Chaplin played a dual role, as a Jewish barber who fought in World War I and as the evil AdenoidHynkel, dictator of Tomania. In 1952 he released what is probably his best-known "talkie", Limelight (1952), which also featured hislongtime friend, Buster Keaton.

He published his autobiography in 1964 and in 1972 he returned to Hollywood to claim a special Oscar honouring his lifetime contributions to movies. In 1975 he was knighted by The Queen. He died in his sleep on Christmas Day, 1977.

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You are going to read a text about the comedian Charlie Chaplin. For questions 21-24, match the headings (A-G) with the paragraphs. There are TWO headings that you do not need. The first heading has been done as an example.

A. More than just an actorB. Success in LondonC. A majestic endD. A silly lookE. A friendly disagreementF. Successful return to the StatesG. Example: Before the movies

For questions 25-30, decide whether the sentences below are TRUE (T) or FALSE (F), according to the text.

25. In 1912 Chaplin was in Sydney, Australia. True / False26. Chaplin normally wore size 14 shoes. True / False27. Chaplin worked with his brother. True / False28. Chaplin immediately made a film with United Artists. True / False29. Chaplin played two characters in one film. True / False30. Chaplin received a lifetime recognition award. True / False


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TEST 1READING Part 2

You are going to read a text about dealing with stress. For questions 31-35, choose the correct answer A, B, C or D.

Seven out of ten of the UK population believe that they are suffering from stress, according to a survey carried out to markthe UK's National Stress Awareness Day, a figure that rises to almost nine out of ten 25-34 year-olds. The survey, undertakenin October, reveals that six out of ten of the UK population also say that they "often" suffer from unacceptable levels ofstress. The figures show an increase over last year, when two thirds of people reported suffering from stress at work. Buthow far this increase has to do with the increased public awareness of stress-related issues and its rising profile in themedia remains unclear.

"In the six years that we have been organising National Stress Awareness Day, we've seen a steady upward trend in thereporting of stress, and these figures are the worst yet," says Rosemary Anderson, Chair of ISMAUK. "What people need tounderstand is that stress isn't something that will simply go away if we don't do anything about it. There are many activemeasures that we can take to reduce the effects of stress in our lives. One of the interesting findings of the research, forexample, is that if young people are suffering from stress, one in three will call a friend to talk about it - an important copingstrategy that anyone could benefit from. Yet these figures fall to less than one in ten as people get older - showing that stressis something that they are unwilling to admit to. That simply can't continue if we're going to deal with stress effectively."

To help businesses deal with stress, ISMAUK is also organising more than 20 free local workshops during the week followingNational Stress Awareness Day, where they offer tips to help people reduce their own personal stress.

You should take regular short breaks throughout the day - especially at times or in situations that are causing you to feelstressed. Also you must, by all means, avoid nicotine, alcohol, coffee or drugs that help you reduce stress. Instead, you canuse physical activity to work off stress. Moreover, don't put off relaxing. You should learn some stress reduction techniquesand use them on a daily basis.

How stressed are you?

31. The number of people suffering from stress

A. is up from last year.

B. is unclear to the UK population.

C. is down from last year.

D. is encouraging, according to USMAUK.

32. What does Rosemary Anderson believe?

A. Stress will go away if you ignore it.

B. Young people don't know how to cope with stress.

C. Stress needs to be dealt with actively.

D. The upward trend will surely decrease soon.

33. What happens as people get older?

A. They admit to stress less often.

B. They learn to deal with stress effectively.

C. They turn to alcohol when stressed.

D. They tend to talk to their friends when stressed.

34. What will ISMAUK provide at the workshops?

A. therapy

B. advice

C. business deals

D. free food

35. What is NOT suggested as a way to deal with stress?

A. avoidance of coffee

B. breaks

C. exercise

D. professional help


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USE OF ENGLISH Part 1

For questions 36-45, complete the sentences below by choosing the correct word or phrase A, B, C or D.

36. The sign informed the customers ............................. were staying in the hostel that they should pay at the desk.A. whoever C. whoB. whom D. whose

37. Mary ............................ to bake a cake for the birthday party.A. agree happily C. happy agreedB. happily agreed D. agreed happy

38. Since Mary moved to London, we ............................ her at all. A. didn't see C. haven't seenB. hadn't seen D. will see

39. If you want ............................, try cutting down on the amount of pizza you eat.A. to lose weight C. losing weightB. lost weight D. lose weight

40. Could you please answer the phone if anyone calls ............................ I am out on a break?A. by the time C. duringB. throughout D. while

41. “What is that lovely smell?” “Sue gave me an air freshener that ............................ off the aroma of vanilla.”A. gives C. is givenB. would give D. give

42. Steven is ............................ athlete that the coach asked him to join the basketball school team.A. such a fast C. the fastest B. so fast D. a faster

43. “Why did you buy the blue suitcase?” “I bought it because it is much ............................ the black one.”A. bigger than C. as bigB. so bigger D. the biggest

44. If I won the lottery, I ............................ an expensive villa by the sea.A. bought C. would buyB. will buy D. had bought

45. You used to play tennis, ............................?A. did you C. didn't youB. don’t you D. won't you


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TEST 1


For questions 46-55, complete the sentences below by choosing the correct answer A, B, C or D.

46. Come on! Put the dirty spoons in the ............................. .A. pot C. sinkB. pan D. cupboard

47. You mustn't ............................ your sister for what you did! It's not right!A. accuse C. blame B. prevent D. rely

48. I’m sorry that I didn’t invite you to come with us to the cinema but I was under the ............................ that you didn’t want to come along.A. opinion C. ideaB. impression D. belief

49. If he continues eating junk food, he will surely ........................... weight.A. add up C. put onB. grow up D. raise up

50. She can't ........................... with her problem on her own. She needs help!A. deal C. adjustB. adapt D. protect

51. Why are you drinking champagne? What’s the ............................?A. situation C. occasionB. chance D. case

52. Dad had such a terrible cough that the doctor gave him a ............................ for a syrup.A. letter C. noteB. prescription D. recipe

53. Tom's dad is very ............................ of his achievements. He's his biggest fan!A. careful C. excitedB. proud D. keen

54. Jason is rich and famous and he ............................ people like us.A. looks up to C. puts offB. looks down on D. pulls down

55. There was a heated ............................ between the two candidates.A. chat C. criticismB. debate D. commentary


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66. Jason is so ............................ . He never pays attention to anything.A. carefulB. carelessC. uncared

67. Sarah and I have a close ............................ . We understand each other so well!A. relatingB. relationshipC. relative

68. The detective said that an ............................ had to be carried out. A. investigation B. investigator C. investigating

69. There were ............................ souvenir shops on the island.A. variety B. variableC. various

70. His story is 100% ............................ . I know he’s not lying.A. true B. truth C. truly


USE OF ENGLISH Part 4For questions 66-70, complete the sentences below by choosing the correct answer A, B or C.

For questions 56-65, read the text and choose the correct answer, A, B or C, for each gap.

56. A. sleeping B. dying C. living 57. A. sailed B. drove C. flew58. A. have B. had C. were59. A. told B. said C. talked 60. A. from B. than C. of 61. A. itself B. each C. its62. A. right B. long C. way63. A. during B. while C. until64. A. cooperated B. converted C. corrupted65. A. official B. rural C. national

LondonMy father had been (56) .................... to see England, so we were able to plan a trip for that summer. We had eight days in Londonand we were balancing attractions to fit the taste of me, my parents and my twelve-year-old sister. We (57) ..................... fromAthens to London Heathrow Airport.

The horror stories we heard about airport security (58) ..................... completely unfounded and we were quickly through check-in.We were (59) ..................... to be at the airport two hours prior to the flight and this gave us more (60) ..................... a whole hourat the gate.

The flight (61) ..................... was uneventful. Most people went to sleep (62) ..................... after a delicious dinner. The individualin-flight films were great and I played interactive games with my sister (63) ..................... I was ready to sleep.

Customs at Heathrow was not a problem at all and we were soon headed for the tube. We had bought our tube tickets by postbefore leaving home so we did not have to get them at the airport. We had also (64) ..................... money at a Currency Exchangekiosk in Athens. On the first full day of our trip we did the (65) ..................... London Bus Tour.


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TEST 1

Speaking

Food and Drink• Do you like eating food from other countries?• What foods should you eat to stay healthy?• Do you prefer eating out or making homemade food?• Is it necessary to learn how to cook?

Friends and Family• Why are friends important?• Which family member are you closest to?• What is the best way of making friends?• Tell me about your best friend.

Science and Technology• Do you think Science is a difficult subject?• Is it more important to study Science than the Arts?• How important is the Internet to you?• Have mobile phones made life easier?

Places• Tell me about a place that is special to you.• What facilities are there for young people where you live?• Where do you go to relax?• What makes a place special?

Part 1 - Introduction

Interview to elicit personal informationThe interview consists of a number of short turns with candidates being invited to respond alternately. Candidates respondto the interlocutor and not to each other. Part One lasts for three minutes divided equally between both candidates. In theevent of three candidates, allow five minutes divided equally between all candidates.

Candidates are shown in by one or other of the examiners and invited to sit down.

(Interlocutor) Good morning/afternoon / Hello. (Make a note of the time at this point as this is the official start of the test.)I am (Interlocutor’s name) and this is my colleague (Assessor’s name). She/He will just be listening.

Assessor greets the candidates: Good morning/afternoon / Hello.

(Interlocutor) Can I have your mark sheets and your ID please?

What’s your name? (To Candidate A) And what’s your name? (To Candidate B) And what’s your name? (To Candidate C) Thank you.

First, I’m going to ask you some questions about yourselves.

Interlocutor asks Candidates A and B (and C) a selection of questions from those below.

Thank you.

Choose ONE of the following options. Write between 120-150 words in English.

1. Write a short email to a friend explaining what your dream holiday would be. Tell him or her what you like about this type of holiday and explain the places you would like to see and the activities you would like to do.

2. "I was more nervous than I had ever been in my life."Write a story which begins with the sentence above.

3. "Violence in computer games has a bad influence on children."Write an essay to say whether you agree or disagree with this statement.

Writing


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SpeakingPart 2 - Interactive Discussion

TOPIC 6: Travel and Transport

Candidates A and B discuss a series of options set out on the prompt provided by the interlocutor. They exchange ideas andopinions and sustain a discussion for four minutes. There is no penalty for failing to reach an agreement. The interlocutor does not take part in the discussion. If candidates start to address the interlocutor directly, non-verbal gestures should be used toindicate that the candidates should speak to each other. Part Two lasts for four minutes.

(Interlocutor to Candidates) Now, in this part of the test, I’d like you to discuss something together for about four minutes. I am going togive you a topic to talk about, please read the information and then talk together about it. I am just going to listen to you. You only havefour minutes, so don’t worry if I stop you and please speak up so that we can both hear you.

(To Candidates) Here is your topic. (Put the prompt on the table in front of both candidates, positioned so that they can both see it clearly.)

The topic is ‘Travel and Transport’. You can start when you are ready.

Copy of Candidate Prompts - TOPIC 6 - Travel and Transport (B1)Part 2• Talk together about which is the most convenient method of transport.

• Tell each other which is your favourite method of transport.

- train - bus - taxi - bicycle- car - plane - motorbike - helicopter

(After four minutes) Thank you. (Retrieve prompt)

Part 3 - Responding to Questions

TOPIC 5: Communication and Language

A three-way discussion between interlocutor and candidates based on a new topic. The interlocutor leads the discussion byselecting from the questions below. It is not necessary to use all the questions. The interlocutor may ask for a specificresponse from one candidate or throw the discussion open to both candidates. The interlocutor should encourage candidatesto elaborate on or react to their partner’s response by verbal invitation (What do you think? Do you agree?) or by non-verbalgesture. Candidates should be given equal opportunities to speak but the interlocutor may wish to give a candidate who hasbeen rather reticent in earlier parts of the test a chance to redress the balance. This part of the test lasts about four minutes.

(Interlocutor to Candidates) We are now going to talk together for about four minutes. The topic we are going to talk about is ‘Communication and Language’.

(Make sure that the topic is different from the topic used in Part Two.)

• Why is learning English important?• Do you think that some languages are more difficult than others?• How do animals communicate with each other?• What do you find most difficult about learning English?• Do you think there will be just one language in the future?• Is the ability to speak, rather than write, a foreign language more important?

(After four minutes) Thank you. That is the end of the test. Goodbye. (Interlocutor and Assessor)


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