Level: 4MS

First term English test 1

Theres no doubt that chocolate is one of the most favourite foods in the world. It comes from the beans of cocoa tree, a plant that has been growing in America for 4000 years. However, it was not known in Europe until the Spanish explorers brought it to Spain in 1528. There are many reasons why chocolate is so popular. People like its rich and delicious flavours. Some people think that chocolate is even better when combined with fruit and nuts. Eating chocolate has mental benefits, too. Many people eat chocolate when they are stressed or upset. It is said that one of its ingredient lowers stress. Section One: Reading Comprehension (7pts) 1- Read the passage above then answer the question (1pt) -The passage above is about a- How to make chocolate. b- The benefits of eating chocolate. c- Chocolate and stress. 2- Read the text and answer the following questions (2pts) 1. People prefer eating chocolate, dont they? 2. Who brought it to Europe? 3- Read the following statements then say true - false or not mentioned (2pts) 1. The Spanish brought chocolate to Europe. 2. Many people eat chocolate to combat stress. 4- Lexis: Choose the correct meaning A, B or C (2pts) -Food means what we....... A- eat B- drink C- wear -Flavour means A-colour B-smell C- taste -Popular means A-delicious B-liked C-difficult -Stressed means A-anxious B-happy C-known Section Two: Mastery of Language (7pts) 1- Supply the right punctuation and capital letters (1pt) - chocolate comes from america doesnt it 2- Find the tag question for each statement (2pts) -You like chocolate, ................................? - It is not expensive, ...................................? 3- Turn the following sentences into the imperative (2pts) -You must eat food that is free of additives. -You shouldnt consume too much chocolate. 4- Circle the silent letter in each word (2pts) Fruit / Why / Known / World Part Two (6pts) Written expression (6pts) Studies have shown that cocoa or hot chocolate contains antioxidants that combat some diseases like cancer. Use the information in the table to write the recipe of this drink. Use the time sequencers and the imperative. Ingredients Instructions boil the water 40 cl of water put the cocoa powder in a cup 3 tablespoons of cocoa powder pour the water and stir quickly 2 tablespoons of sugar add the sugar serve with a croissant or cakes Start your paragraph like this: How to Make Hot Chocolate You like hot chocolate, dont you? To prepare it, you will need..................... ................................................................................................................................ Now to make it, here is my recipe. First, ......................................................... . . Best wishes -Mr. Anouar