I. Choose the words whose underlined part is pronounced differently from that of the others in each group. ⇱
II. Choose the word whose main stressed syllable is placed differently from that of the other in each group. ⇱
III. Choose the option (A, B, C or D) that best completes each of the following sentences. ⇱
Perhaps the three most popular ice cream__________ are vanilla, chocolate and strawberry.
You usually__________ vegetables like onion. It means that you cut them into many small pieces.
If you join a Japanese meal, you may be__________ to see how the colorful dishes are arranged
according to a traditional pattern.
My mother thinks that it’s important__________ a new day with a good breakfast so she always gets up early to prepare breakfast with nutritious things for us.
One of my friends sometimes skip breakfast__________ they get up late in the morning.
My mom says my eating habits are__________ so I am thinking about changing them.
Sometimes, I myself make__________ for my dinner because I think it’s tasty and healthy food.
Moderation doesn’t mean__________ the foods you love.
Studies suggest__________ only when you are most active and giving your digestive system a long break each day.
Your body uses calcium to build healthy bones and teeth,__________ then strong as you age.
If you eat too quickly, you may not__________ is attention to whether your hunger satisfied.
Choose the word or phrase that is CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following sentences. ⇱
The guests at the Wedding Party enjoyed it very much but some refused to eat the raw fish.
It’s really hard to tell the differences between poisonous mushrooms and edible ones.
Choose the word or phrase that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined part in each of the following sentences. ⇱
My brother is a good cook in a famous restaurant. He can cook very well.
Local people in this nation have a lot of strange dishes.
IV. Choose the underline word or phrase (marked A, B, C or D) in each sentence that needs correcting. ⇱
attend this cooking class.
V. Choose the option (A, B, or C) that best completes each numbered blank in the passage. ⇱
Worst effects of fast food
Fast food can be defined as any food that contributes little or no nutrient value to the diet, but instead provides excess calories and fat. Fast food can a good way to save time, but it is not the
(26)__________ way for nutrition because it can have negative effects (27) _________ our health.
Obesity
Obesity means having too much body fat. Fast food is high (28) _________ calories and sugar that contribute to increased-weight gain. Even small amount of fast food can (29) _________ your calorie intake considerably. Fast foods are less (30) _________ to eat fruits, vegetables, milk etc. This change in eating habits can easily lead to obesity.
Heart disease
Eating fast food four (31) _________ more times a week can increase the risk of dying from heart disease because of the high (32) _________ of saturated or trans fats found in much of the food. Those fats can clog the arteries and, over time, (33) _________ to high cholesterol levels.
Type 2 diabetes_ >
This type of diabetes is often caused by (34) _________ lifestyle choices, such as being overweight and not being physically active. There is a side effect to consuming frequent amounts (35) _________ fast food ‘obesity’ which can lead to the development of diabetes.
VI. Read the passage, and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D for each question. ⇱
Healthy foods are good for you! They help your body grow. They also give you energy to work and play. How do you know which foods to eat? Follow the food pyramid. Use it to make good choices.
Grains
The grains group gives you energy. Make sure at least half the grains you eat are whole grains. Eat brown rice, oatmeal, and popcorn. Try whole-wheat bread instead of white bread.
Vegetables
Colour your plate with all kinds of vegetables. They help your heart, eyes, skin and teeth. Experts say to eat a rainbow of colors. Each colour helps the body in a different way. Munch on carrots, corn, and broccoli.
Meat and Beans
The meat and bean groups is high in protein. That helps build strong muscles. Eat fish, chicken, lima beans, and nuts.
Fruits
Fruits are nature’s treats. They are sweet and tasty. They help your heart, eyes, skin and teeth too. Eat a variety of colors. Try an apple or a banana. You can also mix pieces of different fruits to make a salad.
Milk
Have milk and foods made with milk. Those foods are high in calcium. Calcium builds strong bones. Foods made with milk can be high in fat. Try low-fat milk, yogurt, and cheese.
Oils
Your body needs only a little oil to keep it healthy. Some foods that have oils are nuts, tuna fish, and salad dressing.