COLTON’S SCHOOL FILM CLUB
Time to meet: (1) ___________ afternoons
Place to meet: the room of his film club
Script:
Colton is an active member of the film club of his school. He loves the captivating activities of his club very much. On Saturday afternoons, he and other members turn the room of his film club into a small “cinema”. They turn off all the light to make the room dark, and then they use a projector and a smartboard to show their films. The school will provide them with popcorn and cola for free, which makes them very happy. Most of the films they watch are not longer than two hours and must be suitable for the club members’ ages. The types of films are various, including comedy, action, sci-fi or even horror. After each film session, every member has to write a short review about it. The three members who have the best reviews in a month will receive free tickets to the local cinema.
Read the passage. Circle the best answer A, B, or C to each of the questions.
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets is the second of the fantasy film series based on the same novel by J. K. Rowling. After the success of the first one, Chris Columbus is still the director of this film. Meanwhile, the main cast of the first film remains in the second one. The film tells the story about the great efforts of Harry to save his friends at Hogwarts, especially Ron’s sister Ginny, from the attacks of a basilisk. It’s a giant snake under the control of the ghostly memory of the sixteen-year-old Tom Riddle, one piece of Lord Voldemort’s soul preserved in an enchanted diary. In the end, he kills the basilisk, saves everybody and frees Dobby – a kind of house-elf. The film is a really must-see. It also has lost of gripping images, soundtracks and visual effects.
What is the passage mainly about?
For each question, complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first one. Use the word in brackets and do not change it. Write NO MORE THAN THREE words.
I will not watch that film because it is very scary. (TOO)
The film is ____________________ me to watch.
Complete the reading passage. Write ONE suitable word in each blank.
Diwali is one of the biggest and most important festivals in India. It usually (1) ___________ between October and November. Nowadays this festival is celebrated by both Hindu and non-Hindu communities and lasts (2) ___________ about five days. During the time of festival, Indians clean their houses and buy gold or kitchen utensils to help bring good luck. Then, they decorate their homes with clay lamps, which are the symbol of the inner light protecting from spiritual darkness.
(3) ___________ the busy days of preparation, family members gather together for prayers to their own goddess, delicious feasts and colourful fireworks (4) ___________. They also visit their friends and relatives and (5) ___________ each other many gifts and best wishes.
The main soundtrack of The Hunger Game interested me when I heard it for the first time. (WAS)
I ____________________ the main soundtrack of The Hunger Game when I heard it for the first time.
The film is very frightening, but it is interesting. (THOUGH)
The film is interesting ____________________ frightening.
You cannot park your car here as it’s against the law. (MUST)
You ____________________ your car here.
Write a description of the traffic in your community (60 - 80 words).
You can use the following questions as cues.
- What are the main means of transport?
- What is the rush hour?
- What happens during the rush hour?
- What is the main traffic problem?
Are these moon cakes delicious? (THINK)
____________________ these moon cakes are delicious?
Fill each blank with the correct form of the verb in brackets.
Tom: How do you go to school every day?
Eden: I ___________ (go) to school by bicycle. It helps to reduce pollution.
Choose the best option to complete each sentence. Circle A, B, or C.
It’s crucial for ___________ to walk only on the pavement or footpath.