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English Graduation Practice Test – Test 5
Suggested time: 50 minutes. Questions: 40 multiple-choice items. Choose one answer, A, B, C or D, for each item.
Questions 1–6. Read the notice and choose the best option for each blank.
Neighbourhood Night-Sky Survey
There is still time to (1) ______ our evening survey at West Field. The activity is designed (2) ______ students connect classroom ideas with real observations. We will meet (3) ______ the edge of town, away from the main road. Participants are asked (4) ______ promptly and bring a warm jacket. After the session, the organisers will publish a summary (5) ______ a list of individual names. We value careful observations (6) ______ quick guesses.
- 1. A. register for B. register on C. register about D. register with
- 2. A. helped B. helping C. to help D. help
- 3. A. in B. at C. on D. by
- 4. A. arrive B. arriving C. to arrive D. arrived
- 5. A. beside B. except C. without D. among
- 6. A. rather B. during C. between D. over
Questions 7–12. Read the notice and choose the best option for each blank.
Community Science Workshop
Our next workshop will show residents how to keep a simple record of local weather. Each participant will receive a card (7) ______ explains what to measure and when. The readings will be entered into a shared table, (8) ______ can be viewed by the whole group. Please use the same unit (9) ______ recording temperature so that results can be compared. If you miss a session, you can still contribute (10) ______ an online form. The workshop is suitable for beginners, and no specialist equipment (11) ______. We hope the activity will make people more (12) ______ of small changes in their surroundings.
- 7. A. who B. whose C. whom D. which
- 8. A. who B. where C. which D. whose
- 9. A. by B. during C. for D. until
- 10. A. across B. through C. among D. above
- 11. A. requires B. requiring C. is required D. required
- 12. A. awaring B. awareness C. unaware D. aware
Questions 13–18. Read the passage and choose the best option for each blank.
Watching the Moon
The Moon can be observed without a telescope, which makes it a useful subject for a first astronomy project. Its shape appears to change during the month, although the Moon itself is not changing shape. We see different portions of its sunlit half as it moves around Earth. A learner can record the date, time and position of the Moon, then compare the notes (13) ______ several weeks. Cloud cover may prevent an observation, so a missing entry does not mean the project has failed. It is better to write “not visible because of cloud” than to invent (14) ______ observation. The Moon also looks different when viewed from a city street and an open field, partly because nearby buildings block part of the sky. To make useful comparisons, observers should note where they are standing and whether the horizon is clear. They do not need to use complex terms; clear descriptions (15) ______ enough for a beginner’s record. A sketch can help, but it should be labelled with a date. At the end of the month, the sequence of notes may show a pattern that was difficult to notice (16) ______ one evening alone. The project encourages patience and helps learners distinguish what they see (17) ______ what they assume. Even a short observation can raise a question (18) ______ further study.
- 13. A. under B. over C. between D. along
- 14. A. the B. an C. a D. no article
- 15. A. are B. is C. was D. be
- 16. A. at B. from C. by D. in
- 17. A. between B. from C. with D. among
- 18. A. to B. of C. for D. with
Questions 19–24. Choose the option that puts the sentences in the correct order.
- 19. Arrange the conversation. (a) “You can borrow one from the science club.” (b) “Do I need binoculars for the survey?” (c) “Great. I’ll ask the club before Friday.”
A. b–c–a B. a–b–c C. c–a–b D. b–a–c - 20. Arrange the email. (a) Could you send me the map showing the safest route to West Field? (b) Dear Mr Evans, (c) I am attending the night-sky survey next week. (d) Thank you for your help. (e) Best wishes, Tuan
A. b–d–c–a–e B. c–b–d–a–e C. b–a–d–c–e D. b–c–a–d–e - 21. Arrange the sentences to make a coherent paragraph. (a) The group then compared the notes from each evening. (b) At first, the students chose one easy-to-find object in the sky. (c) They recorded its position at the same time each night. (d) This helped them notice how its apparent position changed.
A. c–b–d–a B. b–c–a–d C. b–d–c–a D. a–b–c–d - 22. Arrange the conversation. (a) “The clouds are clearing, so we can start soon.” (b) “Is the observation still going ahead?” (c) “Good. I’ll wait by the entrance.”
A. b–a–c B. a–c–b C. c–b–a D. b–c–a - 23. Arrange the sentences to make a coherent paragraph. (a) They checked the forecast again before leaving. (b) The class planned an outdoor observation for Friday evening. (c) Since the forecast predicted rain, they prepared an indoor activity as well. (d) In the end, the sky cleared and the class used its original plan.
A. d–a–b–c B. c–b–d–a C. b–a–c–d D. b–c–a–d - 24. Arrange the conversation. (a) “I wrote down the time and the direction I was facing.” (b) “What details did you include in your observation?” (c) “That will make it easier to compare with the next one.”
A. b–a–c B. a–c–b C. c–b–a D. b–c–a
Questions 25–30. Read the passage and choose the best answer.
Why meteor showers are predictable
A meteor shower occurs when Earth passes through a stream of dust and small particles left behind by a comet or, in some cases, an asteroid. As these particles enter Earth’s atmosphere, they heat up and produce bright streaks of light. The streaks appear to come from a particular area of the sky, called the radiant, although the particles themselves travel along different paths.Many meteor showers return at about the same time each year because Earth follows a regular orbit around the Sun. A calendar can therefore tell observers when a shower is expected. It cannot promise that a particular person will see many meteors. The Moon may be bright, clouds may cover the sky and city lights may make faint streaks hard to notice. The number of visible meteors also changes from one year to another.
Observers can improve their chances by finding a safe place with a wide view and allowing their eyes time to adjust to the dark. They do not need a telescope; looking at a broad area of sky is often more useful. Keeping a simple count can help compare nights, but the observer should note the time, weather and location too. Without those details, two counts may not mean the same thing.
Predictability refers to when Earth crosses the particle stream, not to the exact number of meteors each observer will see. A forecast is a guide for planning, while direct observation tells each person what happened under local conditions.
- 25. What causes the bright streaks in a meteor shower?
A. Comets collide with the ground.
B. The Moon changes its surface.
C. Small particles heat up as they enter Earth’s atmosphere.
D. City lights reflect from clouds. - 26. Why do many meteor showers occur at about the same time each year?
A. Earth regularly passes through a particle stream in its orbit.
B. Observers use the same calendar every year.
C. The Moon moves to the same place each month.
D. The particles remain still in the atmosphere. - 27. What does a meteor-shower calendar not guarantee?
A. That a particular observer will see many meteors
B. That a shower is expected around a certain time
C. That Earth has an orbit around the Sun
D. That the particles came from a stream - 28. Why may a telescope not be necessary?
A. A telescope predicts cloud cover.
B. Telescopes prevent eyes from adjusting.
C. Meteors can be observed across a broad area of sky.
D. Meteors appear only through a telescope. - 29. What details make counts from different nights more useful to compare?
A. The brand of telescope
B. The observer’s favourite constellation
C. Time, weather and location
D. The names of every person present - 30. What is the main distinction made in the final paragraph?
A. A forecast counts meteors more accurately than people do.
B. A forecast predicts timing, while observation records local experience.
C. Direct observation can determine the particles’ origin alone.
D. Calendar dates are unrelated to Earth’s orbit.
Questions 31–40. Read the passage and choose the best answer.
Measuring how dark a night sky is
People who study the night sky sometimes measure its brightness to understand how much artificial light reaches a location. One common approach is to use a handheld meter or a camera with fixed settings and compare the readings over time. The number alone does not describe everything: clouds can reflect light back toward the ground, and a nearby building may block part of the sky. For a useful record, observers note the date, time, weather and direction in which they measured.Measurements from different devices should not be treated as directly comparable unless the method is controlled. A phone camera may automatically change its exposure, making one scene look brighter than another even if the sky has not changed. Researchers can reduce this problem by using the same equipment and settings, following a consistent procedure and repeating observations. When they share results, they explain the method so that others can understand what the numbers mean.
Local sky measurements may help communities identify places where outdoor lighting could be adjusted. They can also support lessons about astronomy and energy use. But a low reading is not automatically the only goal: streets, paths and public areas still need suitable lighting for people. Decisions require a balance between visibility, safety, energy use and the needs of wildlife and nearby residents.
A map of readings can show patterns, but it cannot explain every cause. A bright spot may come from a sports field, a shop sign or a road junction. Community members can help identify these sources, while planners can check which changes are practical. Measurement is most useful when it begins a conversation and is followed by careful evaluation of any change.
- 31. What is one purpose of measuring night-sky brightness?
A. To decide when all streets should be closed
B. To predict the exact weather next month
C. To identify every star in the sky
D. To understand how much artificial light reaches a location - 32. Why should observers record weather and direction?
A. Clouds and nearby structures can affect a reading.
B. The information makes the device brighter.
C. It replaces the need for repeated observations.
D. It guarantees the same result everywhere. - 33. Why may phone-camera readings be difficult to compare?
A. The device records the wrong date.
B. Phones cannot take pictures at night.
C. The sky changes only when a phone is used.
D. The camera may automatically change its exposure. - 34. The word “they” in “they explain the method” refers to ______.
A. devices B. researchers sharing results C. settings D. numbers - 35. What can local measurements help communities identify?
A. The exact effect of light on every resident
B. Every source of artificial light without investigation
C. Streets that need no lighting
D. Places where outdoor lighting might be adjusted - 36. Why is a low brightness reading not the only goal?
A. Public places still need suitable lighting for people.
B. Measurements cannot be repeated.
C. Wildlife does not respond to light.
D. Energy use is unrelated to lighting. - 37. The word “practical” in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to ______.
A. scientifically impossible B. expensive to measure C. possible and workable D. unrelated - 38. Why might a bright spot on a map need further investigation?
A. Several different sources could explain it.
B. Maps cannot show brightness patterns.
C. A sports field is always the only cause.
D. Community members cannot identify local places. - 39. What is the writer’s view of measurement?
A. It is useful when its method and limits are considered and its results lead to evaluation.
B. It should replace discussion with residents.
C. It proves which lighting choice is best by itself.
D. It is valuable only when every reading is identical. - 40. Which title best connects measuring the night sky with lighting decisions?
A. How to Photograph Every Star
B. Measuring the Night Sky to Guide Thoughtful Lighting Decisions
C. Why Public Streets Need No Lights
D. The History of Handheld Cameras
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Answer key and explanations
- 1. A. The correct collocation is “register for” an event.
- 2. C. “Designed to help” uses an infinitive of purpose; option C supplies “to help.”
- 3. B. “At the edge of town” is the natural location phrase.
- 4. C. “Ask someone to do something” takes the to-infinitive.
- 5. C. The summary will be published without a list of individual names.
- 6. D. “Value X over Y” means prefer or give greater importance to X.
- 7. D. “Which” refers to the card and introduces a relative clause.
- 8. C. “Which” refers to the shared table.
- 9. C. “A unit for recording temperature” names the purpose of the unit.
- 10. B. An online form is a means through which someone can contribute.
- 11. C. Equipment is not required; use the passive form.
- 12. D. The adjective phrase is “more aware of small changes.”
- 13. B. “Over several weeks” means across that period of time.
- 14. B. “An observation” needs the article “an” before a vowel sound.
- 15. A. The plural subject “clear descriptions” takes “are.”
- 16. B. “Notice a pattern from one evening alone” means the evidence is too limited to reveal it.
- 17. B. “Distinguish X from Y” is the correct construction.
- 18. C. A question “for further study” is the natural phrase.
- 19. D. The question is answered, then the speaker responds with a plan.
- 20. D. The greeting precedes context and request, followed by thanks and a sign-off.
- 21. B. The object is chosen, its position recorded, notes compared and the purpose of comparing stated.
- 22. A. The question is answered with the weather update, followed by the listener’s plan.
- 23. D. The plan is introduced, a backup is prepared, the forecast rechecked and the final outcome stated.
- 24. A. The question prompts details, followed by a comment on their usefulness.
- 25. C. The particles heat up on entering the atmosphere, producing visible streaks.
- 26. A. Earth crosses the stream on its regular orbit, so many showers recur at a similar time.
- 27. A. Timing can be forecast, but local visibility and the number seen cannot be guaranteed.
- 28. C. A broad view of the sky is more useful for spotting meteors than a narrow telescope view.
- 29. C. The passage specifically recommends noting time, weather and location.
- 30. B. The forecast helps plan for timing; observation records what happened locally.
- 31. D. The opening states that brightness measurements estimate artificial light reaching a place.
- 32. A. Clouds can reflect light and buildings can block part of the sky.
- 33. D. Automatic exposure changes can make readings from images inconsistent.
- 34. B. “They” refers to researchers who share results.
- 35. D. Readings may point to places for possible lighting adjustments.
- 36. A. Public paths and spaces still need lighting that supports people’s use.
- 37. C. “Practical” means feasible or workable.
- 38. A. A bright spot may be caused by several kinds of nearby sources.
- 39. A. The passage says readings need context, method controls and follow-up evaluation.
- 40. B. The passage connects measuring sky brightness with careful lighting decisions.