Test unit 3

1 There are only a few / a little actors in that new play

2 It doesn’t matter how much / how many action scenes there are in a film if there isn’t a
good storyline.
3 I think some / any soundtracks are more interesting than the film itself.
4 Have you got much / many money with you?
5 There is much / a lot of work to do if you want to finish today.
6 There weren’t some / any people left in the building.
7 There are not much / not many sitcoms that I like
8 Would you like some / a little new video games for your birthday?

2) Read the advice for an actor on a film set. Rewrite the advice using one of the verbs in
brackets.

It’s very important to bring some food and water with you. - I must bring some food and
water with you.
2 You are not allowed to use your mobile phone on the set. - I don’t have to use mobile
phone on the set.
3 Don’t look at the camera when you’re acting. - You don’t have to look at the camera.
4 It’s important to learn the script. - I must learn the script.
5 If you are sixteen or under, it’s compulsory to bring a parent with you. - You have to bring
your parents with you.
6 It isn’t necessary to wear special clothes. - I don't need to wear special clothes.
7 It isn’t necessary to stay on the film set after 6 p.m. - I don’t have to stay on the film set
after 6 p.m.

3)
Complete the advert with the words below. don’t have to have to must (×2) mustn’t

‘Right. I 1 _____must_____________ eat something. Boil the water, open the packet, read
the instructions … Oh no, I 2 _______mustn’t___________ prepare a lot of vegetables!’
Does this sound like you in the kitchen? If it does, you need READYLUNCH! Open the
packet. Don’t worry – you 3 ______must____________ prepare any vegetables. Just add
hot water, sit down and enjoy! But remember, you 4 ________don’t have to__________ tell
your friends about this or they’ll all want one! Go on. You really 5 _______have
to___________ try it!

4)
Read the definitions of films and TV programmes and write the correct words.
1 I watch this every day to find out what’s happening in the world. ______Bulleting shows
____________
2 I don’t really like this type of film because the actors are always singing.
_________Musical _______
3 I like this type of programme, especially if I know the answers to the questions.
_______Game show___________
4 In this type of film, a man and a woman meet, and after some problems they fall in love at
the end. _______Romantic comedy ______
5 This is a film about events from the past; the actors always wear beautiful clothes.
_______Period drama___________
6 In this programme, real people perform a special skill and the audience chooses the
winner. Talent show

5) 5 Complete the sentences with the correct words. The first and last letter of each word
has been given.
1) I think thrillers are g r i p p i n g – you never know what’s going to happen next!
2) Science fiction films usually have a lot of s_p e_c i_a l_ e_f f_e c_t s to make you
believe you’re in a different world.
3) It doesn’t matter what kind of film it is – if the acting is c_o n_f u_s s_i n_g, I usually
love it.
4) Film producers say that you can’t make a good film from a bad s_c r_i p_t.
5) Many war films contain a lot of fighting and are too v_i o_l e_n t for younger children
to watch.
6) I really like watching horror films, especially if the c h a r a c t e r s are very scary.

6) Complete the sentences with the words below. There is one extra word concern decisions
express get grades have provide research take part in.
1) The fact that children watch too much television causes ____concern___________
for many parents.
2) Some people like to _____take part in__________ online games so that they can
play with their friends.
3) Using a mobile phone can ______have_________ positive and negative effects on
people’s lives.
4) Some ____decisions_________ are difficult to make.
5) Scientists are doing ______ research____________ into how important it is for
students to do homework.
6) Students who work hard usually get good _grades.
7) My dad always encourages me to ______express____________ my opinions about
what is happening in the world.
8) Eating fruit and vegetables can ______provide____________ a lot of health benefits.

7) 7 Read the dialogue and find ten mistakes (an unnecessary word, a word missing or an
incorrect word). Circle the mistakes and write the corrections.

Jane I’m quite fancy that new war film. Shall we go later? 1 ___I am quite fancying
_________
Lucy Not another war film! I rather go to watch a comedy. 2 ____I’d rather________
Jane We watched what you wanted the last two times! And you adore on the main actor! 3
____________
Lucy I know, but I’m not keen with violent films. 4 ___I am keen on_________
Jane Well, I’d prefer watching a science fiction than a comedy. 5 ____________
Lucy OK. Shall we settle in Star Trek? 6 ___Shall we settle on _________
Jane I’m a big fan to the original Star Trek, but … 7 __I am big fan of__________
Lucy But, you’re not really fancying on the remake. Shall we just go bowling? 8 ___You
don’t really fancy.________
Jane That’s great idea! Let’s phone the others! 9 ___That’s a great idea._________
Lucy That’s agree then. At last! Have you got Molly’s number …? Do you have Molly’s
number?

9)
Read the text. Choose the correct answers.
Do you want to be on TV or in a film? Well, if you do, then why not become an extra? Extras
play a very small part in a film or TV programme. They don’t usually speak. However, they
may have to walk across the set or stand with other extras as part of a crowd. There are
many agencies that are always looking for extras and some of them are online, so it’s easy
to apply wherever you live. You usually just need to fill in an application form and send in
some photos. TV and film directors often want extras who have a particular look. For
example, they may want women with long hair for period dramas and people who look a bit
scary for horror films, so try to think about the kind of programme that you’d like to be in
when you’re choosing which photos to send. So imagine you get a call to say a director
wants you in their next film. You’re really excited, but what happens next? Well, don’t be
anxious about how you’ll look on screen, as the company will do lots of work on you when
you arrive on the set. You might have to wear your own clothes, but don’t worry about your
hair and make-up as there will be staff to make you look perfect for the role. Now, although it
all sounds really exciting, be prepared to sit around for a lot of the day, waiting until you are
needed for your scene. The time can go very slowly if you don’t have anything to do, so it’s a
good idea to take a book with you on any job that you get. Take some food and drink, too –
you’ll probably get lunch, but remember it’ll be a long day! Most extras can earn about £90 to
£110 a day. This isn’t very good for the number of hours that you need to be available, but
for the actual work that you do, it’s OK. However, people usually become an extra for the
chance to be on the big screen rather than for the money. Some people hope that it may
lead to a real acting part. This doesn’t happen very often, but there are some stories of
extras becoming famous because a director saw them on a film set. However, even if you
continue to just be an extra, you might get to see one of your favourite Hollywood actors one
day, and it will definitely be something to tell all your friends about!

Questions
What is the best title for the article?
a What to expect as a film and TV extra
b My life as a film and TV extra
c From TV extra to film star - right answer

2 The writer suggests that you will get an ‘extra’ job if

a you have the right clothes.
b you are in the right place.
c your appearance is right. - right answer

3 The writer says that if you get a part, you may need to
a do something with your hair.
b find something to wear.
c practise doing your make-up.
 4 What does the writer think is a benefit of being an extra?
a You can meet famous actors.
b You will get noticed by the film director.
c You might get jobs for your friends.

5 What does the writer think about the job of an extra?

a It is very popular with actors.
b It can be a bit boring.
c It is always well paid.

Writing
10 You and a friend recently did a social activity together (e.g. going for a bike ride, playing
basketball, meeting for a coffee, etc.). Write an informal letter to another friend. Follow the
instructions below.

Say which activity you did and who with.

Give your personal opinion about the activity.
Mention what you did after the activity. •
Invite your friend to do a similar activity with you soon.

Dear Kasym,

Thanks, for your letter. I apologize that I didn’t reply sooner. How are things going? What are
you doing?

Yesterday, Kurmanbek and I were in the local playground Djal 190 street. At first we watched
as 2 teams played against each other. It was pretty spectacular and exciting. That’s why we
started to play basketball with a strong attitude to perform our skills.

The activity was a bit fantastic and amazing. I was surprised that our citizens are really fond
of basketball. Moreover, I’ve met a lot of people there and had funny moments.

After that, we went to the Macoronnaya cafe in Tynalieva street. There we discussed our
work project and our things. This meeting was interesting and gripping.

In addition, we are going to the cinema to watch the newly released movie Spiderman - 4.
We want to invite you with us. I hope you don’t mind. It’ll be very impressive.

Ring me and let me know about the cinema. I hope you can make it.

Love,

Nurbek