Exercise A
Write one word in each gap. (1 mark per answer)
Cultural differences at the dinner table
In some cultures, when you are invited to (1) a meal at someone's house, you might be considered rude if you don't say how nice the food is. In Britain, for example, it's normal for someone to compliment the cook (2) the tastiness of the meal. You can say something like, 'That was delicious. Do, please, write the recipe down (3) me!'
In other cultures, however, people tend not (4) be so full (5) enthusiasm for the meal. You might be regarded (6) being rude, as the cook might associate your praise (7) surprise. He or she might think, 'So, they're shocked I can cook well, are they?'
If you're not sure how to react, the best advice is to wait and (8) how other people at the table react. If that doesn't help, be very careful (9) what you say! I would suggest (10) one solution could be to say, 'That was delicious, but then I knew it would be!'
Exercise B
Complete the sentences by changing the form of the word in capitals when this is necessary. (1 mark per answer)
Exercise C
Complete each second sentence using the word given, so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence. Write between two and five words in each gap. (2 marks per answer)
The soup every five minutes or so.
We a baker this morning.
I the curry for me to see how hot it was.
Olive oil good for the heart.
It that red wine is good for the heart too.
That new supermarket for months.
These cucumbers our garden!
Why don't you an electrician?
I think salt.
Exercise D
Match to make sentences. (1 mark per answer)
Exercise E
Choose the correct answer. (1 mark per answer)
Total mark: ........ /50
