Unit 8 : Celebrations : Test 1

I. Read the text and then decide which option (A, B, C or D) best fits each space.

Since the day I knew what an astronaut did, I (11)………..to become one. The qualifications for an astronaut are very demanding and only the best are accepted into the astronaut program. It takes years of studying and working to even (12)………..the basic requirements. That’s why, to help realize my dream, I'm currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree (13)………..Engineering at NYU. My plan is to get a job right after graduating to get the experience I need. During that time, I plan on exercising and keeping my body in top shape so I can pass the physical test when the time comes. Getting a pilot license is also in my plan (14)………..it's not a top priority. I know all of this is not easy to pull off but with hard work and (15)……….., I will make my dream come true.

11. A. have wanted     B. want                        C. wanted                    D. had wanted

12. A. take                   B. get                         C. meet                        D. need

13. A. in                      B. on                           C. at                           D. about

14. A. because             B. so                            C. and              D. though

15. A. determine         B. determination         C. determining            D. determined

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1. I have a cold.

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2. John doesn’t know how to swim.

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3. I live in the dorm.

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4. I can’t speak Japanese.

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5. Tom can’t find a good job.

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6. My friend can’t come.

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7. It isn’t Sunday.

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8. I have to study for a test.

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9. I am not at home right now.

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10.She won’t tell me.

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11.I am not rich.

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12. She has lost her watch

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