Test on B2 English Exam: Reading, Grammar, Writing

Question 1: Dry soil that cannot absorb water is a primary cause of flooding.

A. Ano

B. Ne

Explanation: The study materials state that 'Frozen ground or ground that is very wet and already saturated with water cannot absorb the additional water created by the melting snow,' leading to flooding. Dry soil is not mentioned as a cause of flooding due to its inability to absorb water.

Question 2: According to the study materials, what is the primary limitation scientists face in predicting floods?

A. They are unable to recognize any conditions that could lead to flooding.

B. They cannot always predict the exact time floods will occur.

C. They do not know when floods are likely or probably going to occur.

D. They lack information about the general causes of flooding.

Explanation: The text states, 'Although scientists cannot always predict exactly when floods will occur, they do know a great deal about when floods are likely, or probably, going to occur.' This indicates their limitation is predicting the precise timing, not recognizing potential conditions or likelihood.

Question 3: The Lincoln Memorial is identified as the tallest building in Washington, D.C.

A. Ano

B. Ne

Explanation: The study materials state that the Washington Monument is the tallest building in Washington, not the Lincoln Memorial.

Question 4: According to the provided text, for tourists seeking 'more excitement' in Washington, D.C., which area is famous for its shopping and restaurants?

A. Arlington, Virginia

B. The U.S. capital

C. Georgetown

D. The White House tour area

Explanation: The study material explicitly states: 'For more excitement, the area called Georgetown in northwest Washington is famous for its shopping and restaurants.' This directly identifies Georgetown as the answer.

Question 5: The Key Word Sentence Transformations task requires the use of between two and five words, including the given word, to complete the second sentence.

A. Ano

B. Ne

Explanation: The study materials explicitly state for 'PART 1 - Key Word Sentence Transformations': 'You must use between two (2) and five (5) words, including the word given.'