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ENGLISH EXAM BACTERIOLOGY II 2020-2 FIRST MID TERM.
GRADE ____________
NAME________________________________________________ DATE_____________________
PART 1. READING (1-3)

Read the magazine article. Then choose the correct answer.
From the Editor

This week´s issue is all about the history of science. You´ll find articles on
everything from paleontology to computer technology. Each branch has its owns
properties and applications. However, some features are common to all of them.
Every branch of science seeks to study or evaluate something. Some people
naturally question the world around them. Those people make excellent scientists.
They are eager to discover new ideas. But they know it´s not easy. Science
requires extensive time and research. Most scientists spend countless hours in the
lab. But that´s how we make progress. When you actually improve something,
it´s worth the effort.
So enjoy our special history issue!
Ed.
1. What is the main idea of the article?
A predictions about the future of science

B the most important branches of science
C preparing for career in science
D similarities between different areas of science
2. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the editor´s letter?

A articles about various branches of science
B a historical overview of different fields
C ongoing experiments in various labs
D features shared by all branches of science
3. According to the article, what makes a good scientist?
A an ability to work well with other scientists

B a desire to start his or her on lab
C a habit of seeking in formation
D an understanding of current technology
PART II. VOCABULARY: Match the words and phrases (1-11) with the definitions
(A-K).
1 lab A an area or subfield of a larger field

2 study B a place where experiments are conducted
3 science C a broad field that examines various process
4 branch D to learn about something in a formal context
5 discover E to find new information about something
6 Question F to assess the truth of something
7 Erlenmeyer flask G a container for general use with a flat base and narrow
neck
8 volumetric flask H a tube with a squeezable bulb used for transferring
substances.
9 test tube J a cilindrical, wide-mouthed container with a flat base
I
10 dropper J a small narrow container with rounded base
11 baker K a container used for precise calibration of temperature
and volume
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PART III LISTENING. desconocido - Artista
Listen and complete the conversation. Then mark the following statements as true (T) or
false (F).
Scientist 1: Hey, Kim. Did you hear about the experiment at Finmoore Lab?
Scientist 2: Yes, it sounds really interesting. 1 ____________ ___________ fuel

efficiency in cars, right?
Scientist 1: Well, they´re trying. So far, 2 ____________ __________ __________ .
Scientist 2: I suppose that´s 3 _____________ ______________ _____________ .
Scientist 1: Of course. Successful experiments require 4 _____________ __________

_______________. And lots of time in the lab.
Scientist 2: Exactly. In any case, 5 _____________ ____________ to hear what they

discover.
Scientist 1: Yeah, so am I. Their findings will be 6 ___________ ______________
1______ The scientists in the lab made a major discovery.
2______ The man performed some research for the experiment.

3 ______ The results of the experiments will likely be widely useful.
PART IV. WRITING. Use the memo form and complete the information about some careless use
in the lab.
To: Colegio Mayor de Cundinamarca College, Lab staff.

From: …………………………., ………………………………
Hi,………………………………….
Please remember to use the lab equipment correctly.
The …………………………………………………………………………. are for ……………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………… .
It is important to use them correctly because …………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. .
When working with …………………………………………………………………………. , remember to
………………………………………………………………………………………… .
This is important because………………………………………………………………………….
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… .
Thanks,
………………………………………..
PART V . LAB – Choose the best option Equipment (1- 7) (A,B,C or D).
1) Which piece of lab equipment would you use to find the mass of a tennis ball?
A graduated cylinder B beaker C triple-beam balance D meter stick
2) Name a piece of lab equipment that you would need to protect your hand if the directions
called for heating safety.
A stir rod B tongs C test tube D test tube brush
3) Name a piece a of lab equipment that is made of glass.
A funnel B beaker C tongs D scalpel
4) Which piece of lab equipment would you use to find the ACCURATE volume of a liquid?
A beaker B Erlenmeyer flask C test tube D graduated cylinder

5) Which piece of lab equipment would you use to remove one milliliter of water from a
beaker?
A test tube B pipette C forceps D beaker
6) Which piece of lab equipment would you use to look at bacteria?
A microscope B forceps C scalpel D thermometer
7) Liquids can be transferred between containers with:
A forceps B tubing C spatula D burner

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ENGLISH EXAM BACTERIOLOGY II 2020-2 FIRST MID TERM.

PART 1. READING (1-3)

From the Editor

So enjoy our special history issue!

1. What is the main idea of the article?

A predictions about the future of science

2. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the editor´s letter?

3. According to the article, what makes a good scientist?

A an ability to work well with other scientists

1 lab A an area or subfield of a larger field

Scientist 2: Yes, it sounds really interesting. 1 ____________ ___________ fuel

Scientist 1: Well, they´re trying. So far, 2 ____________ __________ __________ .

Scientist 2: I suppose that´s 3 _____________ ______________ _____________ .

Scientist 1: Of course. Successful experiments require 4 _____________ __________

Scientist 2: Exactly. In any case, 5 _____________ ____________ to hear what they

1______ The scientists in the lab made a major discovery.

2______ The man performed some research for the experiment.

To: Colegio Mayor de Cundinamarca College, Lab staff.

A graduated cylinder B beaker C triple-beam balance D meter stick

A stir rod B tongs C test tube D test tube brush

3) Name a piece a of lab equipment that is made of glass.

A funnel B beaker C tongs D scalpel

A beaker B Erlenmeyer flask C test tube D graduated cylinder

A test tube B pipette C forceps D beaker

6) Which piece of lab equipment would you use to look at bacteria?

A microscope B forceps C scalpel D thermometer

7) Liquids can be transferred between containers with:

A forceps B tubing C spatula D burner

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Scientist 1: Well, they´re trying. So far, 2 .

Scientist 2: I suppose that´s 3 _ ___ .

Scientist 1: Of course. Successful experiments require 4 ___

Scientist 2: Exactly. In any case, 5 _ to hear what they