Using have/has + past participle to discuss experiences without a specific time (e.g., I’ve visited Japan ). Using for and since to describe duration.
A typical task might involve writing a personal profile, a story, a travel review, or an email giving advice based on the topics covered. 3. Top Tips for Preparation
: Used for spontaneous decisions made at the moment of speaking, or future facts. Example : "The phone is ringing. I will answer it." Key Vocabulary Themes
Whether you are a student preparing for the exam or a teacher looking for a structured review guide, this comprehensive article breaks down exactly what is tested in Units 1 to 6 and how to ace it. 1. Mid-Course Test Structure
Health, exercise, diet, and well-being.
The test will check your ability to use contextually appropriate vocabulary across several everyday topics:
| Question | Your Answer | | :--- | :--- | | Lisa _____ her leg when she went skiing. (verb: break) | Answer: broke | | Grammar-Fill: I _____ a sore throat since the weekend. (verb: have) | Answer: have had | | Grammar-Fill: He wants a personal _____ because he doesn’t have time to go to the gym. (TRAIN) | Answer: trainer |
: Present Perfect Simple with ever and never to discuss life experiences.
As test day approaches, keep these final tips in mind. Knowing the common traps can help you avoid them.
The test uses a variety of question types to check different language skills. Below are some examples inspired by the types of questions you might see.
She smiled and began to tell the story she’d been practicing.
(Present Perfect + ever/never , Present Perfect vs. Past Simple) Unit 5: Health & Advice (Modals: should, have to, must )
Which (e.g., past simple vs past continuous, quantifiers) gives you the most trouble?
End note: small, regular practice makes these units come alive — language isn’t just rules, it’s the stories you share.