ARAMCO (TEST ONE)

Passive Voice

1.The concert tickets ___ by John yesterday.

English ___ spoken in many countries around the world.

3.The book ___ by millions of people since it was published.

Conditionals

4.If I ___ you, I would apologize.

5.She would have passed the exam if she ___ harder.

6.What ___ you do if you won the lottery?

Past Perfect

7.By the time I arrived, they ___ already left.

8.She ___ never seen such a beautiful sunset before.

9.After they ___ dinner, they went for a walk.

Past Simple Tense

10.She ___ to London last summer.

11.They ___ the movie last night.

12.He ___ his homework before dinner.

Other Grammar Structure

13.I ___ to the gym every day last year.

14.She ___ her keys when she got home.

15.The children ___ playing in the garden when it started to rain.

16.By the time we got to the cinema, the film ___.

17.If you ___ the bus, you’ll be late for work.

18.She wouldn’t have fallen if she ___ more carefully.

19.The report ___ by the end of this week.

20.If it ___ tomorrow, we won’t go to the beach.

21.When I was a child, I ___ to the park every weekend.

22.They ___ their new car for a month before it broke down.

23.I ___ all day yesterday.

24.She ___ the letter before she left.

25.By the time we arrived, they ___ for over an hour.

26.He said he ___ the book the previous day.

27.If they ___ earlier, they wouldn’t have missed the train.

28.She ___ to the store when it started to rain.

29.The cat ___ by the dog before I could stop it.

30.If I ___ you, I would have called earlier.

31.He ___ tennis every Sunday morning.

32.By the time they arrived, she ___ asleep.

33.She ___ him for years before they got married.

34.If it ___ so cold, we would go for a walk.

35.They ___ to the cinema twice last month.

36.The children ___ in bed when I checked on them.

37.I ___ to the concert if I had known about it earlier.

38.He ___ his homework yet.

39.The museum ___ by thousands of tourists every year.

40.She ___ a lot of questions during the interview.

41.If I ___ you, I wouldn’t believe him.

42.The meeting ___ by the time he arrived.

43.They ___ there for over an hour before the ambulance arrived.

44.She ___ when she heard the news.

45.If it ___ tomorrow, we could go for a picnic.

46.He ___ his homework when the phone rang.

47.She ___ to the gym every day since she started her new job.

48.By the time I arrived, they ___ the cake.

49.If they ___ earlier, they would have caught the bus.

50.She ___ a new car last week.

Vocabulary.

Question 1:

In the sentence “Her personality made her well-liked by everyone she met,” what does “personality” most likely mean?

Question 2:

In the sentence “The book’s ___________ illustrations captured the attention of readers of all ages,” what does “illustrations” most likely refer to?

Question 3:

In the sentence “The team’s ___________ performance secured their place in the finals,” what does “stellar” mean?

Question 4:

In the sentence “His decision to ___________ from the race surprised everyone,” what does “withdraw” mean?

Question 5:

In the sentence “The new law had a profound ___________ on small businesses,” what does “impact” most likely mean?

Question 6:

In the sentence “The detective’s ___________ led to the capture of the criminal,” what does “investigation” mean?

Question 7:

In the sentence “The movie’s ___________ soundtrack added to its emotional impact,” what does “haunting” mean?

Question 8:

In the sentence “His ___________ enthusiasm inspired everyone on the team,” what does “unwavering” mean?

Question 9:

In the sentence “The politician’s ___________ rhetoric stirred controversy,” what does “rhetoric” mean?

Question 10:

In the sentence “The scientist’s ___________ theory challenged existing beliefs,” what does “radical” mean?

Reading comprehension

Passage 1:
In the heart of the bustling city, amidst the towering skyscrapers and bustling markets, stood an old bookstore that seemed frozen in time. Its weathered façade and creaky wooden floors welcomed book lovers with a sense of nostalgia. As I entered, the musty smell of old paper and ink enveloped me, transporting me to a bygone era of literary treasures.
The owner, an elderly gentleman with wisps of gray hair and round spectacles perched on his nose, greeted me warmly. He guided me through aisles lined with shelves sagging under the weight of books. Some titles were obscure and faded, their spines cracked with age. Others gleamed with fresh bindings, hinting at recent arrivals that nestled among the classics.
Amidst this labyrinth of knowledge, I stumbled upon a leather-bound tome that caught my eye. Its pages, yellowed with time, revealed handwritten notes in elegant script. The owner explained its origins—a memoir penned by a long-forgotten poet who once roamed these very streets, immortalizing their tales in verse.
As I leafed through the pages, each word seemed to whisper secrets of the past, painting vivid landscapes of a world long gone but not forgotten. Here, in this sanctuary of literature, time held no sway, and stories breathed life into the stillness of forgotten corners.

Questions:

1. What is the main setting of the passage?

2. How does the bookstore make visitors feel?

3. What does the phrase “sagging under the weight of books” imply about the shelves?

4. What does the word “labyrinth” mean in the context of the passage?

5. What does the phrase “gleamed with fresh bindings” suggest about some books in the bookstore?

6. What is the significance of the handwritten notes in the leather-bound tome?

7. What does the word “sanctuary” mean in the context of the passage?

8. How does the author describe the memoir found in the bookstore?

9. What does the phrase “time held no sway” suggest about the bookstore?

10. What is the overall mood of the passage?

Passage 2:
The sun dipped low over the horizon, casting long shadows across the tranquil countryside. Nestled among rolling hills and meandering streams, a quaint village emerged, its cobblestone streets lined with cottages adorned with blooming flower boxes. Smoke curled lazily from chimneys, carrying the scent of freshly baked bread and hearth fires.
At the heart of the village square stood an ancient oak tree, its gnarled branches reaching skyward like a weathered sentinel. Villagers gathered beneath its shade, their laughter echoing through the air as children chased after butterflies in the fading light.
In this idyllic setting, time seemed to slow to a gentle pace. Each day unfolded like a storybook tale, woven with the rhythm of seasons and the warmth of community bonds. Elderly residents shared tales of yesteryears while youngsters eagerly listened, their eyes wide with wonder at the tales of courage and camaraderie.
As twilight settled over the village, a sense of tranquility blanketed the land, weaving dreams in the whispers of rustling leaves and the soft murmurs of evening birdsong.

Questions:

1. What is the main setting of the passage?

2. What does the phrase “casting long shadows” suggest about the time of day?

3. How are the cottages described in the passage?

4. What does the phrase “smoke curled lazily from chimneys” indicate about the village?

5. What is the significance of the ancient oak tree in the village square?

6. How does time seem to pass in the village?

7. What does the phrase “woven with the rhythm of seasons” suggest about life in the village?

8. What do the elderly residents do in the village square?

9. How is the mood described as twilight settles over the village?

10. What is the overall feeling conveyed in the passage?

Passage 3:

As the train rattled along the tracks, I peered out of the window, watching the landscape blur into streaks of green and brown. The rhythmic clatter of wheels on rails filled the air, punctuated by occasional whistles and the murmur of fellow passengers. Sunlight filtered through the window, casting a warm glow on the worn seats and scuffed floors of the compartment.
Outside, the countryside unfolded like a patchwork quilt of fields and forests, dotted with quaint villages and winding rivers. Each passing scene whispered tales of hidden glens and ancient ruins, inviting curiosity and imagination to roam freely.
Amidst this tapestry of nature, fleeting glimpses of wildlife added a touch of whimsy to the journey. Birds darted across the sky in graceful arcs, while deer grazed peacefully near the edge of a tranquil lake. Nature seemed to thrive in harmony with the gentle hum of the train, weaving a narrative of life unfolding in sync with the seasons.
As the journey continued, I found myself captivated by the ever-changing panorama outside my window, each frame a fleeting snapshot of the world passing by in a mesmerizing blur of motion and stillness.

Questions:

1. What mode of transportation is the focus of the passage?

2. How does the author describe the sound inside the train compartment?

3. What does the phrase “countryside unfolded like a patchwork quilt” suggest about the landscape?

4. How does sunlight affect the train compartment?

5. What role does nature play in the passage?

6. What does the phrase “weaving a narrative” imply about nature?

7. How does the author describe wildlife in the passage?

8. What is the effect of the journey on the author?

9. What is the overall feeling conveyed in the passage?

10. How does the author describe the outside scenery as seen from the train?

Passage 4:

The old mansion loomed at the end of a winding gravel path, its ivy-covered walls and Gothic spires standing as a testament to a bygone era. As I approached, the air grew heavy with the scent of damp earth and ancient wood, mingling with the distant echo of waves crashing against unseen cliffs.
Inside, shadows danced across ornate tapestries and faded portraits lining the grand halls. Dust motes swirled in the faint sunlight filtering through stained-glass windows, casting kaleidoscopic patterns on the marble floors. Each room whispered tales of opulence and intrigue, secrets buried within the walls that echoed with the footsteps of generations past.
Amidst the faded grandeur, a grand piano stood in the corner of a vast drawing-room, its polished surface reflecting the flickering light of a lone candle. The keys beckoned invitingly, evoking melodies that seemed to linger in the air long after they had faded into silence.
As I explored further, I stumbled upon a hidden library lined with leather-bound volumes that exuded the musty scent of knowledge preserved through centuries. Each book seemed to hold the promise of unlocking mysteries lost to time, inviting me to delve deeper into their pages and unravel the tales woven within.
Outside, the setting sun painted the sky in hues of crimson and gold, casting a melancholy glow over the estate that seemed frozen in a perpetual twilight, where echoes of the past whispered softly to those willing to listen.

Questions:

1. What is the main setting of the passage?

2. How does the author describe the atmosphere inside the mansion?

3. What does the phrase “shadows danced across ornate tapestries” suggest about the mansion?

4. How does sunlight affect the mansion’s interior?

5. What is the significance of the grand piano in the passage?

6. What do the leather-bound volumes in the hidden library represent?

7. How does the passage describe the setting sun?

8. What is the effect of exploring the mansion on the author?

9. What is the overall feeling conveyed in the passage?

10. How does the author describe the mansion at the end of the passage?