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Introduction
This Global English Test is designed to assess beginner (A1) EFL/ESL learners’ ability to understand simple texts and use basic English structures related to family, hobbies, and free time.
It can be used as an end-of-unit or end-of-term test.
Test Information
- Level: A1 (Beginner)
- Skills Assessed: Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary, Functions, Writing
- Total Score: 20 points
- Time: 45 minutes
Beginner English Test A1 – Family and Free Time
I. Reading Comprehension (7 points)
Read the text and do the tasks below.
My Family
My name is Tom. I am twelve years old. I live in a small town with my family. There are four people in my family: my father, my mother, my sister, and me.
My father is a teacher. He works in a middle school. My mother is a nurse. She works in a hospital. My sister Anna is eight years old. She likes drawing and watching cartoons.
At the weekend, we spend time together. We watch TV, play games, or visit our grandparents. I love my family very much.
A. True or False (4 points)
Write True or False.
- Tom is twelve years old.
- There are five people in Tom’s family.
- Tom’s mother works in a hospital.
- Anna likes playing football.
B. Answer the questions (3 points)
- Where does Tom live?
- What is Tom’s father’s job?
- What does Tom’s family do at the weekend?
II. Language (8 points)
A. Grammar – Choose the correct answer (3 points)
- Tom (live / lives) in a small town.
- His sister (is / are) eight years old.
- They (watch / watches) TV at the weekend.
B. Vocabulary – Match the words with their meanings (3 points)
| Words | Meanings |
|---|---|
| 1. nurse | a. a person who teaches students |
| 2. teacher | b. father’s or mother’s parents |
| 3. grandparents | c. a person who works in a hospital |
- Answers:
- 1 → ___ 2 → ___ 3 → ___
C. Functions – Choose the correct response (2 points)
How many brothers and sisters do you have?
- a. I am twelve years old.
- b. I have one sister.
- c. I like my family.
- Answer:
- → Correct answer: ___
III. Writing (5 points)
Write a short paragraph (4–5 sentences) about your family.
You may use these questions to help you:
- How many people are in your family?
- What are their jobs?
- What do you do together in your free time?
- Writing Tips:
- ✔ Use simple present
- ✔ Write short, clear sentences
- ✔ Check spelling and punctuation
A. True / False
1. True
2. False
3. True
4. False
B. Answers
1. He lives in a small town.
2. He is a teacher.
3. They watch TV, play games, or visit their grandparents.
II. Language
A. Grammar
1. lives
2. is
3. watch
B. Vocabulary
1 → c
2 → a
3 → b
C. Functions
Correct answer: b
III. Writing
– Content relevance → 2 pts
– Grammar & vocabulary → 2 pts
– Mechanics → 1 pt
Teacher’s Use Only
| Section | Mark |
|---|---|
| Reading | /7 |
| Language | /8 |
| Writing | /5 |
| Total | /20 |
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