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  • Social Studies
  • 8th grade

ADVANCED GRAMMAR FINAL TEST

ADJECTIVE, NOUN AND ADVERB CLAUSE

 

 

CHOOSE THE BEST ANSWER

1. Researchers are conducting a study _____ findings will shed light on sustainable development goals.

   A) whose

   B) which

   C) whom

   D) what

 

2. The article, _____ was written by a renowned economist, provides insights into economic growth strategies.

   A) who

   B) which

   C) whom

   D) what

 

3. Identify the reduced adjective clause in the sentence: "The study conducted last year concluded that renewable energy sources are viable."

   A) The study conducted last year

   B) concluded that renewable energy sources

   C) renewable energy sources are viable

   D) that renewable energy sources

 

4. Choose the sentence with the correct reduced adjective clause:

   A) The professor, having published numerous papers, is highly respected.

   B) Having published numerous papers, the professor is highly respected.

   C) Highly respected, the professor with numerous published papers.

   D) The professor, highly respected, publishing numerous papers.

 

 

5. Can you tell me _____ the experiment yielded significant results?

   A) when

   B) that

   C) whether

   D) if

 

6. The researcher asked _____ the hypothesis could be tested through empirical evidence.

   A) when

   B) if

   C) which

   D) that

 

7. Choose the sentence with the correct use of a noun clause:

   A) The question is that if the data is reliable.

   B) The question is whether the data is reliable.

   C) The question is when the data is reliable.

   D) The question is what the data is reliable.

 

8. The team is uncertain _____ the new methodology aligns with sustainable development goals.

   A) that

   B) whether

   C) if

   D) what

 

9. She questioned _____ the proposed model accounted for all variables.

   A) whether

   B) when

   C) that

   D) how

 

10. The student asked _____ the professor would extend the deadline for the assignment.

   A) whether

   B) when

   C) that

   D) if

 

11. After the experiment was completed, _____.

    A) the researchers analyzed the data

    B) the researchers analyzing the data

    C) analyzed the data the researchers

    D) the data analyzed by the researchers

 

12. Choose the correct adverb clause of time:

    A) Until the results will be conclusive, the study cannot be published.

    B) After the data collection, the researchers will analyze the findings.

    C) Before the conclusion was reached, extensive research was conducted.

    D) As soon as the participants arrive, the experiment will commence.

 

13. Identify the adverb clause of direct contrast:

    A) Although the sample size was small, the results were statistically significant.

    B) Despite the researchers' efforts, the data was inconclusive.

    C) Even though the hypothesis was disproven, valuable insights were gained.

    D) While the methodology was flawed, the conclusions were sound.

 

14. The success of the project is contingent _____ the availability of funding.

    A) in case

    B) provided that

    C) due to

    D) on whether

 

15. Choose the correct adverb clause indicating cause and effect:

    A) Since the experiment failed, the researchers had to revise their approach.

    B) Whenever the study was conducted, participants were compensated.

    C) Although the results were promising, the conclusion was unexpected.

    D) While the hypothesis was plausible, the outcome was unpredictable.

 

16. How do sustainable development goals (SDGs) influence _____ researchers approach environmental studies?

    A) which

    B) that

    C) when

    D) what

 

17. The professor emphasized _____ adherence to ethical guidelines is crucial in academic research.

    A) that

    B) when

    C) whether

    D) how

 

18. The United Nations has set ambitious targets _____ global poverty reduction.

    A) whether

    B) that

    C) if

    D) when

 

19. The conference focused on _____ the latest advancements in renewable energy technologies.

    A) when

    B) which

    C) whether

    D) if

 

20. It remains uncertain _____ the research findings will have practical implications.

    A) when

    B) that

    C) whether

    D) how

 

21.    The researcher is uncertain _____ the data collection process was thorough enough.

   A) when

   B) whether

   C) that

   D) why

 

22.    The study, _____ findings were groundbreaking, received international recognition.

   A) whose

   B) that

   C) whom

   D) where

 

23.    _____ the hypothesis is proven, further investigation is warranted.

   A) Because

   B) If

   C) Even if

   D) In case

 

24.    Choose the sentence with the correct use of an adjective clause:

   A) The professor, grading the assignments, was meticulous.

   B) Grading the assignments, the professor was meticulous.

   C) The professor grading the assignments was meticulous.

   D) The professor was meticulous, grading the assignments.

 

25.   The team is investigating _____ the new policy complies with regulatory standards.

   A) whether

   B) when

   C) that

   D) if

employment

Vocabulary - ESL

🧠 A. Gap filling (1 point each)

Fill in each gap with one word only.

  1. When I was offered a higher salary, I decided to hand in my {resignation}.
  2. Many graduates nowadays struggle to find a job that matches their {qualifications}.
  3. He’s been working {for} the same company for over fifteen years.
  4. If you can’t come to work due to illness, you must provide a medical {certificate}.
  5. She’s under a lot of {pressure} to meet the deadlines this quarter.
  6. The company had to make several employees {redundant} due to the economic crisis.
  7. After years of hard work, he finally got a well-deserved {promotion}.
  8. During the interview, they asked me to talk about my previous {work} experience.

✍️ B. Translate into English (2 points each)

Translate the following sentences into English.
(Type your translation into the box below each sentence.)

  1. Firma zaoferowała jej stanowisko kierownicze po roku pracy.
    { }
  2. Jeśli chcesz wziąć kilka dni wolnego, musisz wypełnić odpowiedni formularz.
    { }
  3. Został zwolniony, ponieważ nie spełniał oczekiwań przełożonych.
    { }
  4. Otrzymała premię za wyjątkowe wyniki sprzedaży.
    { }
  5. Lubi swoją pracę, mimo że jest bardzo stresująca i wymagająca.
    { }
  6. Kiedy przechodzisz na emeryturę, możesz w końcu odpocząć od zawodowych obowiązków.
    { }
  7. On często bierze nadgodziny, żeby zarobić więcej pieniędzy.
    { }

🔗 C. Match the words to make collocations (1 point each)

Write the correct letter (a–h) next to each number.

  1. career → {b}
  2. job → {f}
  3. working → {g}
  4. annual → {d}
  5. company → {e}
  6. permanent → {a}
  7. part-time → {c}
  8. unpaid → {h}

a. contract
b. development
c. leave
d. review
e. meeting
f. position
g. experience
h. internship

🧾 D. Multiple Choice (1 point each)

Choose the correct answer (a, b, c or d).

  1. If you’re unhappy in your job, it’s best to _________ and look for something new.
    {b: resign}
  2. A person who supervises and trains young workers is called _________.
    {b: a mentor}
  3. The new project has been put _________ until next year.
    {b: on the back burner}
  4. She was praised for thinking _________ and finding an innovative solution.
    {a: outside the box}
  5. The company went _________ after years of financial problems.
    {a: in the red}
  6. If a product is selling like hotcakes, it’s _________.
    {b: very popular}
  7. He’s such a _________ person — everyone in the office likes him.
    {d: people-oriented}

💬 E. Idioms & Expressions – Gap filling (1 point each)

Complete the sentences with one of the idioms:
(in the red / have a lot on your plate / put off / crunch the numbers / take off / win-win situation)

  1. We need to {crunch the numbers} before deciding whether the project is profitable.
  2. I can’t join you this weekend — I really {have a lot on my plate} at work.
  3. Sales have really {taken off} since we launched our new website.
  4. Let’s not {put off} this decision any longer.
  5. A flexible schedule is a {win-win situation} for both the employer and employees.

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