1.
Read Nicole's blog. Then read the statements and check true, false, or it doesn't say.
Nicole has an extended family.
Correct Answer
C. IT DOESN'T SAY
Explanation
The passage does not provide any information about whether Nicole has an extended family or not. Therefore, it cannot be determined from the given information whether the statement is true or false.
2.
BLENDED FAMILY
Correct Answer(s)
A. Half brother
D. Stepmother
Explanation
A blended family refers to a family unit where one or both parents have remarried, bringing children from previous relationships into the new family structure. In this context, a half brother is a sibling who shares only one biological parent with the individual in question. A stepmother, on the other hand, is the spouse of one's biological parent, who may or may not have children of her own. Therefore, both a half brother and a stepmother can exist within a blended family. The other options, niece and sister, do not necessarily pertain to a blended family dynamic.
3.
INSTRUCTIONS. Read Jeremy's memories about his grandmother. Rewrite each sentence using the expression in parenthesis. I visited my grandmother a lot on weekends. (used to)
Correct Answer(s)
I used to visit my grandmother a lot on weekends.
Explanation
The correct answer is a rephrased version of the original sentence using the expression "used to." This expression is used to talk about past habits or actions that were regular or frequent in the past but are no longer true in the present. In this case, the sentence is transformed from "I visited my grandmother a lot on weekends" to "I used to visit my grandmother a lot on weekends," indicating that the speaker no longer visits their grandmother as frequently as they did in the past.
4.
Pam wants her kids to _______________ more.
Correct Answer
B. Exercise
Explanation
Pam wants her kids to exercise more. This implies that her kids are not currently engaging in enough physical activity and Pam believes that increasing their exercise will be beneficial for them. Exercise has numerous health benefits, including improving physical fitness, reducing the risk of chronic diseases, and promoting mental well-being. By encouraging her kids to exercise more, Pam is likely aiming to improve their overall health and well-being.
5.
I helped her do things around the house. (used to)
Correct Answer
I used to help her do things around the house.
Explanation
The correct answer is "I used to help her do things around the house." This is the correct answer because it correctly uses the phrase "used to" to indicate a past habit or action. The sentence structure is also correct, with the subject "I" followed by the verb "used to" and then the action "help her do things around the house."
6.
Vera wants her husband to _______________.
Correct Answer
B. Let her talk
Explanation
Vera wants her husband to let her talk. This suggests that Vera wants her husband to give her the opportunity to express herself and share her thoughts or feelings without interruption or interference. It implies that she desires active listening and respect for her voice and opinions in their conversations.
7.
Bill's wife __________ him pick up the kids after school.
Correct Answer
A. Has
Explanation
Bill's wife has the responsibility or habit of helping him pick up the kids after school.
8.
Tom wants his wife to _______________.
Correct Answer
A. Ask for his opinion
Explanation
Tom wants his wife to ask for his opinion because he wants to be involved in the decision-making process. This suggests that he values her input and wants to be a part of the decision-making process, indicating a healthy and respectful relationship.
9.
I always __________ my daughter to finish her work before dinner.
Correct Answer
B. Tell
Explanation
The correct answer is "tell". In this sentence, the verb "tell" is used to indicate the action of instructing or advising someone to do something. The speaker is telling their daughter to finish her work before dinner.
10.
We spent a lot of time together in the kitchen. (would)
Correct Answer
We would spend a lot of time together in the kitchen.
Explanation
The correct answer is "We would spend a lot of time together in the kitchen." This is because the word "would" is used to indicate a past habit or repeated action. In this sentence, it suggests that the speaker and another person used to spend a lot of time together in the kitchen.
11.
My brother always __________ me to drive him places.
Correct Answer
B. Wants
Explanation
The correct answer is "wants". This is because the sentence suggests that the speaker's brother always desires or requests the speaker to drive him places.
12.
INSTRUCTIONS. Choose the correct answer.
My parents __________ me work at the family business after school.
Correct Answer
B. Make
Explanation
The correct answer is "make". This is because the word "make" is used to indicate that someone is being forced or required to do something. In this case, the sentence is saying that the speaker's parents are forcing or requiring them to work at the family business after school.
13.
And she taught me how to cook. (would)
Correct Answer
And she would teach me how to cook.
Explanation
The correct answer is "And she would teach me how to cook." This is because the word "would" is used to indicate a past habit or repeated action. In this context, it suggests that in the past, the person mentioned regularly taught the speaker how to cook.
14.
Janet never __________ me to go dancing with her.
Correct Answer
A. Asks
Explanation
Janet never asks me to go dancing with her. This means that Janet never requests or invites the speaker to join her in dancing. The other options, such as helps, assists, and takes, do not make sense in the context of going dancing.
15.
INSTRUCTIONS. Tick the two family members which belong to the category.IMMEDIATE FAMILY
Correct Answer(s)
B. Sister
D. Son
Explanation
The two family members that belong to the category of "IMMEDIATE FAMILY" are sister and son. Immediate family typically refers to the closest relatives, such as parents, siblings, and children. In this case, sister and son are both siblings and children, respectively, making them immediate family members.
16.
Jack's always __________ his kids be quiet.
Correct Answer
B. Making
Explanation
Jack's always making his kids be quiet. This implies that Jack is actively causing or encouraging his kids to be quiet. It suggests that Jack is intentional in his actions and is actively involved in making sure his kids remain quiet in certain situations.
17.
EXTENDED FAMILY
Correct Answer(s)
B. Grandfather
C. Niece
Explanation
The term "extended family" refers to relatives beyond the immediate family, such as grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins. In the given list, the only options that fit this definition are "grandfather" and "niece." A stepmother is not considered part of the extended family, as she is a member of the immediate family by marriage. Similarly, a half brother is a sibling and not considered part of the extended family. Therefore, the correct answer is "grandfather, niece."
18.
INSTRUCTIONS. Listen to the four people complaining. What does each person want? Check the correct answer.
Jonathan wants to _______________.
Correct Answer
B. Spend time with his friends
Explanation
Jonathan wants to spend time with his friends.