1 VARIANT 1 Fill in tradition, policy, stroll, concept, support, honour, priority, child 1 My schoolwork is my top ….. 2 We like to exchange gifts on New Year’s Day. It’s a family …. 3 I can’t understand the …. Behind this machine. What is it supposed to do? 4 It is a great … for me to be your best friend. 5 Without my husband’s ….. I wouldn’t have made it in the fashion business. 6 We’re sorry! You can’t use the Internet during the work hours. It’s our company’s ….. 7 My husband is an only …. He has no siblings. 8 After we did the washing up, we went for a …… in the park. 2 Match the words then use the phrases to complete the sentences. 1 cultural 2 maternal 3 birth 4 nuclear 5 poor 6 dull 7 arranged 8 inside | A behavior B moment C look D traditions E marriage F grandmother G rates H family | 1 Evan is a part of a ….family as he lives with just his parents. 2 Sadly, Helen’s …..passed away last year. 3 Anita’s parents are planning a(n) …..for her. They have found her the perfect husband. 4 …..is not acceptable in eastern countries as it reflects badly on the family. 4 Choose the right word 1 Mrs. Evans is very active for an ….woman. A elderly B ancient 2 Katie was surprised to find out that one of her …..was a famous explorer in the 18th century. A ancestors B relatives 3 Four ….of Millers were at the family celebration. A relations B generations 5 Complete the dialogues married, divorced, engaged, single, widowed, elderly 1 A: Tom’s parents decided to get …. B: I know. They have been having some problems. 2 A:They have been ….for three years now. B: When are they planning on getting married? 3 A: Does your sister live alone? B: No, she lives with her husband. She’s been ….for three years. | 2 VARIANT 1 Fill in foster, stroll, engaged, widow, reputation, priority, divorced, in-laws 1 The people of the iseland have a …. For being kind and polite. 2 We are going to spend the summer holidays with my …. 3 Young Jeremy was placed in a …. home after his parents died. 4 The recently …. couple are planning a summer wedding. 5 Jim’s first ….is to find a job. 6 They got ….after only one year of marriage. 7 Mrs. Adams has been a ….for fifteen years. 8 The whole family went for a ….in the center of the city. 2 Match the words then use the phrases to complete the sentences. 1 cultural 2 maternal 3 birth 4 nuclear 5 poor 6 dull 7 arranged 8 inside | A behavior B moment C look D traditions E marriage F grandmother G rates H family | 1 Events like weddings, birthdays and New Year help to keep …..alive. 2 Across Europe …..are falling. As a result European populations are beginning to decrease. 3 With five children there is never a ….in the Brady house. 4 Bill Clinton’s autobiography offers a(n) …into life in the White House. 4 Choose the right word 1 Amir lives with uncles, aunties and other members of his ….family. A extended B immediate 2 …..is important for the Chang family, who are respected members of the community. A Honour B Support 3 The town has a low crime rate since the most of its citizens respect and ….the law. A comply B obey 5 Complete the dialogues married, divorced, engaged, single, widowed, elderly 1 A: I had no idea that Paul is…. B: Unfortunately, his wife passed away last summer. 2 A:When my grandfather gets on a bus people always give him a seat. B: That’s nice. It’s important to respect the ….. 3 A: Alice looks very tired. Does she ever rest? B: I highly doubt. She is a …. Parent and has no help from anyone. |