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OSNOVNA ŠKOLA

ENGLESKI JEZIK

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Test iz engleskog jezika sastoji se od četiri dijela.

Vrijeme rješavanja Broj bodova

Slušanje oko 15 minuta 20

Čitanje 25 minuta 25

Leksika i gramatika 20 minuta 25

Pisanje 30 minuta 30

Vrijeme rješavanja testa je 90 minuta.

Dozvoljeni pribor su grafitna olovka i gumica, plava ili crna hemijska olovka. Priznaju

se samo odgovori pisani hemijskom olovkom. Ukoliko pogriješite, prekrižite i

odgovorite ponovo. Za vrijeme rada na testu nije dozvoljeno korišćenje rječnika.

Ako neko pitanje/zadatak ne možete odmah da riješite, pređite na sljedeće. Ukoliko

vam bude preostalo vremena, možete se kasnije vratiti na takva pitanja.

Želimo vam puno uspjeha!

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Testi nga gjuha e huaj përbëhet nga katër pjesë.

Koha për zgjidhje Numri i pikëve

Të dëgjuarit rreth 15 minuta 20

Të lexuarit 25 minuta 25

Leksiku/gramatika 20 minuta 25

Të shkruarit 30 minuta 30

Koha për zgjidhjen e testit është 90 minuta.

Mjetet e lejuara janë lapsi grafit (i thjeshtë) dhe goma, lapsi kimik me ngjyrë të kaltër

ose të zezë. Pranohen vetëm përgjigjet e shkruara me laps kimik. Nëse gaboni,

vendosni një vijë të kryqëzuar mbi të dhe përgjigjuni sërish. Gjatë kohës së punës në

test nuk lejohet shfrytëzimi i fjalorit.

Nëse ndonjë pyetje/detyrë nuk mund ta zgjidhni menjëherë, kaloni në pyetjen tjetër.

Nëse ju mbetet kohë, mund të ktheheni përsëri në pyetjet e pazgjidhura.

Ju dëshirojmë sukses të plotë!

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L I S T E N I N G C O M P R E H E N S I O N

A) Listen to an excerpt from an episode of a radio show “Entertainment” devoted to

the history and reconstruction of the Globe Theatre. For sentences 15, decide if

each statement is TRUE or FALSE by putting a tick (√) in the appropriate box.

True False

1. The Globe Theatre was destroyed by fire in 17th century.

2. The theatre building is made of concrete and steel.

3. The new Globe building is at the exact same spot where it originally stood.

4. It was Shakespeare and a group of actors who put money together to build the Globe Theatre.

5. All Shakespeare’s plays were first performed at the Globe.

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B) Circle the correct answer:

1. Shakespeare referred to the Globe as:

a) “a twenty-sided wooden O”.

b) “a polygonal O”.

c) “this wooden O”.

2. While reconstructing the Globe, engineers relied on:

a) photographs and videos.

b) a mixture of evidence.

c) original sketches and plans.

3. What happened during the performance of a play about Henry VIII?

a) The actors forgot about a cannon effect that was used on stage.

b) The roof which was made of thatch collapsed.

c) A special effect went terribly wrong.

C) Complete the blanks in the following paragraph (taken from the recording)

“I mean in English we say 'gather round' we don't say 'gather square'. And you gather

round to get close a) ..................................................................... And these were great story-

telling venues and thousands of people would want to get close to the actors. So the

circle b) ............................................... you to get close to the actor.”

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R E A D I N G C O M P R E H E N S I O N

A. Read the text carefully. Then read the questions and choose the correct answer

(AD). Write your answers in the grid provided below. The answers to questions 2

and 7 should also be written in the space provided in the grid.

The Secret to Danish Happiness

For over 40 years in a row, Denmark has been voted as one of the happiest countries in

the world. What is the secret to the emotional success of this small Northern European

country? At least part of the answer lies with the Danish way of “hygge”—pronounced

“hooga.”

The word dates back to the 19th century. It is derived from the Germanic word hyggja, 5

which means to think or feel satisfied. There are no exact translations of hygge but some

attempts are “cozy” or “homey”—words that do little to encompass the full spectrum of

what it is.

Hygge is essentially drama-free togetherness time. It is cozying around or “at hygge sig,”

but more than that, it is being aware that that cozy time is sacred—and treating it as 10

such. Because Danes see hygge as such a fundamental aspect of good living, they all work

together to make it happen. Hygge is “we time,” not “me time”.

Hygge is considered such a powerful factor in Danish happiness that some universities

in the UK and the US have started offering courses on it. Many think it is about lighting

candles, preparing good food, and creating a nice atmosphere. But this is only the 15

surface aspect of hygge. The truth is, it is so much deeper than that.

So what is hygge exactly?

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Try to imagine going to a drama-free family gathering. There are no divisive discussions

about politics, family issues, or Aunt Jenny’s dysfunctional kids. No snide comments,

complaining, or heavy negativity. Everyone helps out, so that not one person gets stuck 20

doing all the work. No one brags, attacks anyone, or competes with another. It is a light-

hearted, balanced interaction that is focused on enjoying the moment, the food, and the

company. In short, a shelter from the outside world.

For some, that may sound normal for family gatherings. For most of us, it isn’t.

These unspoken rules of hygge are precisely what make it so special. American 25

anthropologists who have studied Danish hygge have been struck by the effortless flow

in hyggelig interactions and how no one tries to take center stage. It is a moment in time

where everyone takes off their masks and leaves difficulties at the door, in order to

appreciate the power of presence with others.

There are mountains of research to support how important social ties are for well-30

being. Feeling connected to others gives meaning and purpose to all of our lives. Social

ties can increase longevity, reduce stress, and even boost our immune system. By

dedicating specific time to “hygge” we can create a safe space for families and friends to

be together without stress. However, it takes everyone wanting this and working

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Source: https://greatergood.berkeley.edu

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1. What does the text mainly discuss?

(A) The origin of the word hygge and its historical importance

(B) The failure of American people to cherish happiness

(C) The importance of appreciating the time spent together

2. Find the word in paragraph 1(lines 59) which means “include or comprise”:

............................................................................................................................. .............................

(provide the answer to this question in the grid on page 8)

3. The word "snide" in line 19 is closest in meaning to

(A) sympathetic (B) derogatory

(C) complimentary (D) harmless

4. According to the article, hygge feels like:

(A) a shield against enemies.

(B) a harbor for the unprotected.

(C) a refuge from an outside word.

(D) a hideaway for unhappy people.

5. Social ties DO NOT:

(A) reduce longevity.

(B) increase stress.

(C) harm people’s immune system.

6. All of the following are mentioned in the text EXCEPT:

(A) It is difficult to find a proper translation equivalent for the word hygge.

(B) Danes are happy because they regard hygge as a vital part of their lives.

(C) Social connections play a significant role in making people happy.

(D) Research finds that Danish people are keen on being in the spotlight.

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7. Find the word in paragraph 6 (lines 2529) synonymous with adjectives “smooth” and

“uncomplicated”.

................................................................................................................................................... .......

(provide the answer to this question in the grid below)

Decide whether the statements below are TRUE or FALSE.

8) According to the text, all family gatherings are an enjoyable affair.

9) Danes believe in the power of common efforts.

10) Some people hold a rather superficial view on the aspect of hygge.

(Provide the answer to this question in the grid below)

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B. Read the rest of the text about hygge carefully and match the headings below

(A-F) to the corresponding parts of the text (1-5). There is one extra heading.

Write your answers in the grid provided below.

Here are five rules for hygge—some of which you may want to apply to your own life.

1. ............................................. Be yourself. Your real self. Let your guard down. You won’t

be attacked on hygge turf and you won’t attack in turn. When we strip ourselves of

trying to prove something we can all connect in a much more real way. Competition,

boasting, and pretense are not bonding, but rather subtly dividing.

2. ............................................. If your topic is too serious, divisive or controversial, it

probably isn’t hyggeligt, Hygge is about a balanced ebb and flow of discussion in a

lighthearted way. The focus is on the moment and being in the moment. We have plenty

of time in our everyday lives to argue and debate and experience drama but hygge is

about enjoying the food, the company and not getting caught up in things that take away

from that. Thus, complaining, heavy negativity, judging and arguing are not allowed in

the hygge space.

3. ............................................. Everyone sees what he or she can do to contribute, without

being asked. This makes the whole team flow better and no one gets stuck doing all the

work. When everyone works together in preparing, serving, pouring, and conversing,

then hygge is in full bloom. But everyone has to understand that they are part of that

team.

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4. .............................................. Hygge time is about providing a temporary shelter from

social climbing, networking, competition, and materialism. A place where everyone can

relax and open their hearts without judging, no matter what is going on in their life. For

better or for worse, this place is sacred and problems can be left outside. This is special

because it allows for families and friends to always be able to connect in this space

without fear of judgment.

5. ............................................. Making hygge can be challenging for a non-Dane. No one

taking center stage, no one bragging or complaining, no one being too negative and

everyone trying to be present without arguing? This is hard to do for a lot of families!

But the payoff is enormous. It feels incredible to share these drama-free moments with

those you care about. If you realize that it is only for a dinner or a lunch or a limited

period of time, it makes it much easier to really try and enjoy that moment.

Your problems will be waiting for you outside hygge’s door when you leave. But for a

little while they can wait outside for the sake of the something bigger.

A. Forget the controversy

B. Stand up for yourself

C. Repeat to yourself: Time is limited

D. Come as you are

E. Be a team member

F. Leave all your worries behind

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U S E O F E N G L I S H

A. Read the text and choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D) to fill in the gap.

Write your answers in the grid provided below.

Faith, they say, can move mountains, but sometimes it takes hard work and dedication to

help ensure that they don't go anywhere. In 1915, the town of Orogrande, New Mexico,

was once a thriving gold rush community, home to several mining operations -- though

the hum of 1............................................ machinery in the nearby mines have

2............................................ been silenced, replaced by the chatter of wildlife.

Recently, however, 3............................................ Caitlyn Larson and her parents discovered

something 4............................................ in the now tranquil landscape: new equipment being

assembled to strip a mountain away. That's when the youngster knew something had to

be done to stop it. The Jarilla Mountains near Orograde are home to a number of historic

mines. But locals became concerned in recent weeks when a new hole was discovered

there, along with dozens of pieces of equipment indicating that new activity was afoot.

Eventually, word got round to the Larson family, and they decided to check it out

themselves.

What they saw were the early stages of environmental devastation; a road had been

widened, and prep-work for a new mine begun, 5............................................ native plants

and animals.

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A B C D

1. harmless fragile heavy powerless

2. then yet ago since

3. ten-year-old ten-years-old ten-year’s-old ten-year-old’s

4. comforting unsettling pleasing encouraging

5. settling planting uprooting fixing

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B. For questions 1—5, think of the word which best fits each space and complete

the text using only ONE word in each space. There is an example (0) at the

beginning.

Teenagers who help strangers are more confident, study says

In a longitudinal study conducted 0. AT Brigham Young University, Utah,

scientists noted that adolescents who exhibited prosocial behaviour

1............................................ strangers had higher self-esteem a year later.

“Given the importance of self-esteem during the teen years, this is an important

finding,” she added.

“It suggests 2 ............................................ might be something about helping strangers

that impacts one’s moral identity or perceptions of self in a more significant way than

helping friends or family members, although these are beneficial behaviours as well.”

Padilla-Walker and her team of researchers examined the behaviour of 681

adolescents between the ages of 11 and 14. They tracked their measures of self-esteem

over a three-year-long period and had participants repeatedly respond

3............................................ a series of 10 statements such as “I am satisfied with myself” in

order to establish how their levels of self-esteem changed during this time.

The study showed that prosocial behaviour could be particularly beneficial for

teens who tend to focus on themselves and that helping those who are

4............................................ fortunate than they are may benefit them as much as those they

are helping.

"It is best if teens can directly see the benefit of their help on others. This can

increase gratitude in young people and help them not focus so much on their own

problems.”

Such behaviour will also encourage them to meet new people,

5............................................ will also boost confidence levels, she concluded.

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C. Read the items below. Use the word given in capitals at the end of each line to

form a word that fits in the space in the same line. There is an example (0) at the

beginning.

(0) I have to admit I’m not good at making decisions.

In fact, I’ve always been very INDECISIVE. DECIDE

1) Everything had been provided to make this room an attractive and

............................................................ setting for any guest. REST

2) We should prosecute people who ........................................................... ignore the

interests of their surroundings. CARE

3) My dad has a profound .................................... of anything new or foreign. TRUST

4) The ...................................................... driver hadn't stopped chatting from the moment

Ross had entered the cab. TALK

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D. For the following sentences think of one word only which can be used

appropriately in both sentences. Here is an example (0).

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a) Some of the tourists are hoping to get compensation for the poor state of the

hotel, and I think they have a very strong case.

b) There’s no point in trying to wade across the river, the current is far too strong.

1.

a) We were told to rate the films on a .................................................... of 1 to 10.

b) This map has a .................................................... of 1:20,000.

2.

a) Her team knew they were .................................................... in work of great importance.

b) They got .................................................. last May, on my birthday.

3.

a) She claimed that the real crime is that burglars and muggers usually get a light ..................................................

b) She left out three words when she copied the .................................................. and the result was nonsense.

4.

a) We haven't been able to .................................................. down the cause of the fire yet.

b) He hit the .................................................. squarely on the head with the hammer.

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E. Transform the following sentences by using the given word(s) so that they have a similar meaning. You can use no more than five words including the given word.

1. I didn’t realize she would be so angry at me.

KNOW

Little ....................................................................................................... she would be so angry at me.

2. It isn't necessary to buy admission tickets as they are included in the package.

NEED

You ……………………………………………................................... admission tickets as they are

included in the package.

3. Playing drums is fun, but so is being a lead singer!

JUST

It’s ………………………………….............. being a lead singer as it is playing the drums.

4. Sheldon was really interested in physics in his school days.

INTEREST

Sheldon ……………………………………..................... physics in his school days.

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F. Circle the correct answer.

1. We had to admit .............................completely forgotten their housewarming party.

a) We have

b) having

c) to having

d) to have

2. Tolstoy and Bulgakov are excellent writers, but I prefer .............................

a) the last

b) the later

c) the latter

d) the latest

3. I asked myself .............................

a) if he knew what he wants.

b) if he knew what he wanted.

c) if he knew what did he want.

d) if he knows what did he want?

4. Before ............................. money, banks assess applicants’ credit risk based on a number

of factors.

a) they borrow

b) borrowing

c) lending

d) they lent

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W R I T I N G

Supposeyouwokeupone day and found out that you had become a

superhero/superheroineforaday.Whathappened? What powers did you

have? How did you use those powers? Use your imagination to describe this

extraordinary day. Write an essay of 120 to 150 words.

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KEY:

L I S T E N I N G C O M P R E H E N S I O N

A.

B.

C.

a) to hear a story

b) enables/enabled

R E A D I N G C O M P R E H E N S I O N

A.

B.

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D. A. E. F. C.

1 2 3 4 5

TRUE FALSE FALSE TRUE FALSE

1 2 3

c) b) c)

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C) ENCOMPASS B) C) C) D) EFFORTLESS F) T) T)

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U S E O F E N G L I S H

A.

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C. D. A. B. C.

B.

1) TOWARDS

2) THERE

3) TO

4) LESS

5) WHICH/AND

C.

1) RESTFUL

2) CARELESSLY

3) MISTRUST/DISTRUST

4) TALKATIVE

D.

1) SCALE

2) ENGAGED

3) SENTENCE

4) NAIL

E.

1. Little DID I KNOW she would be so angry at me.

2. You DON’T NEED TO BUY admission tickets as they are included in the package.

3. It’s JUST AS MUCH FUN being a lead singer as it is playing the drums.

4. Sheldon HAD AN INTEREST IN physics in his school days.

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F.

1) C

2) C

3) B

4) C