ELTiS 2.0 Exam — Questions and Answers

Question 1: Which sentence uses the correct tag question?

She is a student, isn't it?
She is a student, isn't she? (Correct answer)
She is a student, is she?
She is a student, doesn't she?

Correct answer: She is a student, isn't she?

Tag questions follow specific rules: if the main clause is positive, the tag is negative, and vice versa. The tag must match the subject and auxiliary verb of the main clause. 'She is' → 'isn't she?' The pronoun matches the subject, and the verb matches the auxiliary.

Question 2: Two students are talking in the hallway. One says: 'Hey, do you know where the library is?' What is the best response?

I went to the library yesterday.
I don't like the library.
Sure, it's down the hall on the left. (Correct answer)
The library has many books.

Correct answer: Sure, it's down the hall on the left.

When someone asks for directions, the most helpful response is to give clear directions. 'Sure, it's down the hall on the left' directly answers the question with specific location information. The other options either don't answer the question or provide irrelevant information.

Question 3: Read the passage: 'The Supreme Court is the highest court in the United States. It has nine justices, including one Chief Justice. The Supreme Court has the power to decide if laws follow the Constitution. Its decisions affect all Americans.' How many justices serve on the Supreme Court?

Seven
Nine (Correct answer)
Five
Twelve

Correct answer: Nine

The passage states clearly that the Supreme Court 'has nine justices, including one Chief Justice.'

Question 4: Read this description of the water cycle: 'A simplified diagram shows water from oceans turning into vapor and rising into the atmosphere, a process labeled 'Evaporation.' This vapor then cools and clumps together to form clouds, which is labeled 'Condensation.' When the water droplets in the clouds become too heavy, they fall back to Earth as rain or snow, a step labeled 'Precipitation.'' Based on the description, what happens during the stage known as 'Condensation'?

Water is collected in oceans and lakes.
Water falls from the sky as rain or snow.
Water on the Earth's surface turns into a gas.
Water vapor cools and forms clouds. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Water vapor cools and forms clouds.

The correct answer is C. The passage directly states that during the process labeled 'Condensation,' water vapor 'cools and clumps together to form clouds.'

Question 5: A news report covers a local park renovation, including new playground equipment, walking paths, and community garden spaces. What is the main idea?

A local park is being renovated with multiple new features for the community (Correct answer)
The old playground equipment was dangerous
Walking paths are the most important addition
Community gardens will replace the entire park

Correct answer: A local park is being renovated with multiple new features for the community

The report covers multiple improvements being made to the park.

Question 6: The professor says, 'This is a common misconception, but actually...' What is the professor about to do?

Agree with the misconception
Change the topic entirely
Ask students a question
Correct a wrong belief with accurate information (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Correct a wrong belief with accurate information

The phrase 'common misconception, but actually' signals the professor is about to correct a false belief.

Question 7: A classmate asks, 'Can I borrow your notes from yesterday?' What does 'borrow' mean in this context?

Copy and sell
Use temporarily and then return (Correct answer)
Throw away
Keep permanently

Correct answer: Use temporarily and then return

'Borrow' means to take something temporarily with the intention of returning it. The classmate wants to use the notes and give them back.

Question 8: A science text states: 'Mitosis results in two identical daughter cells, each with the same number of chromosomes as the parent.' What is the main purpose of mitosis?

To create genetically different cells
To produce identical copies for growth and repair (Correct answer)
To reduce chromosomes by half
To create reproductive cells only

Correct answer: To produce identical copies for growth and repair

Mitosis produces identical copies of cells for growth, repair, and maintenance.

Question 9: While listening to a long academic lecture, what is the MOST effective strategy for a student to use?

Try to write down every word the professor says.
Focus on understanding the main ideas and key supporting details. (Correct answer)
Only listen for vocabulary words that you don't know.
Translate the lecture into your native language in your head.

Correct answer: Focus on understanding the main ideas and key supporting details.

The primary goal when listening to an academic lecture is comprehension. Focusing on the main ideas and the most important details that support them allows the listener to grasp the overall message and structure of the lecture, which is more effective than trying to capture every single word and potentially missing the core concepts.

Question 10: Listen to the teacher's review instruction: 'We have a triangle with angles A, B, and C. The measure of angle A is 40 degrees. The measure of angle B is 50 degrees. To find the measure of angle C, what fundamental geometric principle must you apply?'

The area of a triangle is one-half base times height.
The sum of the angles in any triangle is always 180 degrees. (Correct answer)
The Pythagorean theorem for right triangles.
All angles in an equilateral triangle are equal.

Correct answer: The sum of the angles in any triangle is always 180 degrees.

The problem gives two angles of a triangle and asks how to find the third. The core principle required to solve this is knowing that the sum of the interior angles of any triangle always equals 180 degrees. By adding angles A and B (40+50=90) and subtracting from 180, one can find angle C.

Question 11: The teacher says: 'Please open your books to page 45.' What should you do?

Ask your friend what page.
Open your book to page 45. (Correct answer)
Close your book.
Put your book in your bag.

Correct answer: Open your book to page 45.

The teacher gave a clear, direct instruction to open books to a specific page. Following the instruction means opening your book to page 45. Closing the book or putting it away is the opposite of what was asked, and asking a friend is unnecessary since the teacher already stated the page number clearly.

Question 12: A teacher explains that ancient Egyptians built pyramids as tombs, describes construction methods, and discusses the workers who built them. What is the main idea?

The Egyptian pyramids were remarkable structures built as royal tombs through complex construction processes (Correct answer)
The construction methods were simple
Pyramids were used as homes for pharaohs
Workers were treated poorly in ancient Egypt

Correct answer: The Egyptian pyramids were remarkable structures built as royal tombs through complex construction processes

The main idea encompasses the purpose (tombs), methods (construction), and builders (workers) of the pyramids.

Question 13: A teacher says: 'If you divide 156 equally among 12 students, how many does each get?'

13 (Correct answer)
14
12
15

Correct answer: 13

156 / 12 = 13.

Question 14: What does 'inevitable' mean in 'Change is an inevitable part of life'?

Rare and unusual
Avoidable
Certain to happen and unavoidable (Correct answer)
Surprising

Correct answer: Certain to happen and unavoidable

Inevitable means certain to happen; it cannot be prevented.

Question 15: In a history lecture, the professor says, 'In summary, the Industrial Revolution transformed society in four key ways.' What part of the lecture is this?

The conclusion or review (Correct answer)
The introduction
The middle of a new section
A tangent or digression

Correct answer: The conclusion or review

'In summary' signals the conclusion or review portion of a lecture where main points are restated.

Question 16: How can you identify the main idea of a listening passage?

Focus on the first and last sentences
Count the number of examples given
Listen for repeated words and ideas (Correct answer)
Focus on the technical terms used

Correct answer: Listen for repeated words and ideas

To identify the main idea of a listening passage, focus on words, phrases, or concepts that are repeated or emphasized throughout. These recurring elements often highlight the central theme or argument the speaker is trying to convey, making the main idea clearer.

Question 17: What is the best strategy for understanding a complex sentence in a passage?

Skip it and move on to the next part of the text
Break it down into smaller, more manageable parts (Correct answer)
Try to memorize the sentence
Focus on the technical terms

Correct answer: Break it down into smaller, more manageable parts

For complex sentences, the most effective strategy is to break them down into their constituent clauses and phrases. Analyzing each part individually helps clarify the relationships between ideas and makes the overall meaning of the intricate sentence much easier to understand.

Question 18: An email from school reads: 'Your child has been placed on the honor roll for this semester.' What is the honor roll?

A list of students who achieved high grades during a grading period (Correct answer)
A list of students in the school band
A list of students with perfect attendance
A list of students who volunteer

Correct answer: A list of students who achieved high grades during a grading period

The honor roll is a list recognizing students who achieved a high GPA or grade average during a specific grading period. Requirements vary by school but usually require a B average or higher.

Question 19: Read the passage: 'The United States has two major political parties: the Democratic Party and the Republican Party. Citizens can register with either party or remain independent. During primary elections, party members vote to choose their candidate for the general election.' What happens during a primary election?

The President signs new laws into effect
The Supreme Court selects new judges
Citizens vote for the final winner of an office
Party members choose their candidate for the general election (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Party members choose their candidate for the general election

The passage states that during primary elections, party members vote to choose their candidate for the general election.

Question 20: A librarian announces: 'Your book reports are due this Friday by 3:00 PM. Please submit them to the bin outside my office door, not directly to me. Reports submitted after 3:00 PM will not be accepted.' Where should students turn in their book reports?

At the front desk of the school office
To their homeroom teacher
Directly to the librarian in person
In the bin outside the librarian's office (Correct answer)

Correct answer: In the bin outside the librarian's office

The librarian specifically instructs students to submit reports to 'the bin outside my office door,' not directly to her.

Question 21: Read the passage: 'The American Revolution began in 1775 when American colonists fought against British rule. The colonists believed they deserved the right to govern themselves. In 1776, colonial leaders signed the Declaration of Independence, which announced that the thirteen colonies were free from British control.' Why did the American colonists fight in the American Revolution?

They wanted to expand their territory westward
They wanted to form an alliance with France
They believed they had the right to govern themselves (Correct answer)
They disagreed with British trade policies only

Correct answer: They believed they had the right to govern themselves

The passage states that 'The colonists believed they deserved the right to govern themselves,' which is directly why they fought against British rule.

Question 22: Read the passage: 'The Civil Rights Movement of the 1950s and 1960s fought to end racial discrimination in the United States. Leaders like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. organized peaceful protests and marches. The Civil Rights Act of 1964 made it illegal to discriminate based on race, color, religion, or national origin.' What did the Civil Rights Act of 1964 do?

It allowed discrimination in certain public places
It gave women the right to vote for the first time
It established the three branches of government
It made it illegal to discriminate based on race, color, religion, or national origin (Correct answer)

Correct answer: It made it illegal to discriminate based on race, color, religion, or national origin

The passage directly states that the Civil Rights Act of 1964 made it illegal to discriminate based on race, color, religion, or national origin.

Question 23: Which sentence is grammatically correct?

Each of the students were submitting his assignment.
Each of the students are submitting its assignment.
Each of the students have submitted their assignment.
Each of the students has submitted their assignment. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Each of the students has submitted their assignment.

'Each' is always singular and takes a singular verb ('has'). The plural pronoun 'their' is accepted in modern usage for gender-neutral agreement with 'students.'

Question 24: A teacher says: 'I want everyone to write a reflection paragraph about today's lesson. What did you learn? What questions do you still have? What connections can you make to your own life? This is your exit ticket — hand it to me as you leave.' What is an 'exit ticket'?

A short assignment completed at the end of class and given to the teacher when leaving. (Correct answer)
A ticket for the school raffle.
A ticket to leave school early.
A permission slip to exit the building.

Correct answer: A short assignment completed at the end of class and given to the teacher when leaving.

An exit ticket is a short assignment or reflection that students complete at the end of class and hand to the teacher as they leave. It helps teachers assess what students learned and what they still need help with. The teacher's instruction to 'hand it to me as you leave' defines the exit ticket process.

Question 25: What is a 'transcript' in the context of education?

A note from a teacher explaining an assignment
A written record of a student's courses and grades (Correct answer)
A schedule showing class times and room numbers
A permission slip signed by a parent

Correct answer: A written record of a student's courses and grades

An academic transcript is an official document listing all the courses a student has taken and the grades they received.

Question 26: A note is on a classroom whiteboard: 'To my Period 3 class: I have been called to an unexpected meeting and will be about 15 minutes late today. Please use the time to quietly begin reading the next chapter, which starts on page 84. I will be taking note of your behavior when I return.' What does the teacher's note imply?

The teacher trusts the students to work independently. (Correct answer)
The teacher is often late for this class.
The reading assignment is the most important one of the year.
Another teacher will be supervising the students.

Correct answer: The teacher trusts the students to work independently.

The teacher gives the students a specific academic task to complete and a clear expectation for their conduct ('quietly'). The final sentence about noting their behavior upon return shows that the teacher expects them to manage themselves responsibly without direct supervision, indicating a level of trust.

Question 27: What does 'tardy' mean in a school context?

Forgetting to bring homework
Leaving school early without permission
Talking without raising your hand
Arriving late to class (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Arriving late to class

'Tardy' is the school term for arriving late. A teacher marks a student 'tardy' when they show up after class has already started.

Question 28: 'Although many students dislike homework, research consistently shows regular practice improves learning and retention.' What is the author's position?

Homework should be eliminated
Research is unreliable
Homework is beneficial despite being unpopular (Correct answer)
Students should decide about homework

Correct answer: Homework is beneficial despite being unpopular

The author acknowledges dislike but supports homework based on research evidence.

Question 29: Read this excerpt from a school newspaper article. 'The school's drama club has announced that auditions for the spring musical will be held next Tuesday and Wednesday. A sign-up sheet has been posted on the bulletin board outside the music room. Last year's production of 'Grease' was a huge success, with every single performance sold out.' What does the author of the article imply?

This year's musical will be 'Grease' again.
Auditions will be very difficult.
The author anticipates that many students will want to audition. (Correct answer)
Only experienced actors are expected to audition.

Correct answer: The author anticipates that many students will want to audition.

By mentioning that last year's show was a 'huge success' and 'sold out,' the author suggests a high level of popularity and quality. This context implies that there will likely be significant student interest and many people auditioning for the new musical.

Question 30: In a passage about school rules, the phrase 'Students are prohibited from using mobile phones during class' means:

Phone use is optional during class.
Students are not allowed to use phones in class. (Correct answer)
Students are encouraged to use phones for learning.
Students may use phones only for emergencies.

Correct answer: Students are not allowed to use phones in class.

'Prohibited' means not allowed; the sentence explicitly bans mobile phone use during class.

Question 31: A substitute teacher says: 'Your regular teacher left instructions. Complete the worksheet on page 45. If you finish early, read chapter 6 silently. Do not start chapter 7.' What should a student do after finishing the worksheet?

Read chapter 6 silently (Correct answer)
Begin a new worksheet
Start working on chapter 7
Leave the classroom

Correct answer: Read chapter 6 silently

The instructions say to read chapter 6 if finished early, and specifically prohibit starting chapter 7.

Question 32: Which sentence is grammatically correct?

She doesn't like to eat vegetables. (Correct answer)
She not like to eat vegetables.
She doesn't likes to eat vegetables.
She don't like to eat vegetables.

Correct answer: She doesn't like to eat vegetables.

With a third-person singular subject (she/he/it), the auxiliary 'does' already carries the negation, so the main verb stays in its base form: 'doesn't like'.

Question 33: A school official announces: 'All students must have their school photos taken by October 15th. Students who miss the original photo day may use the make-up date on October 22nd. Contact the main office to schedule a make-up appointment.' What should a student do if they miss the original photo day?

Contact the main office to schedule a make-up appointment (Correct answer)
Submit a photo from home
Wait until next year for another opportunity
Have a parent call the photographer directly

Correct answer: Contact the main office to schedule a make-up appointment

The announcement says students who miss the original photo day can use the make-up date and should contact the main office to schedule an appointment.

Question 34: A math teacher says: 'The graph shows the temperature in degrees Celsius every hour from 6 a.m. to 12 p.m. The x-axis represents the time, and the y-axis represents the temperature. I want you to identify the two-hour period where the temperature increased the most.' Which of the following describes what the students need to do?

Calculate the average temperature for the whole morning.
Find the highest point on the entire graph.
Look for the steepest upward slope between any two points that are two hours apart. (Correct answer)
Find the point on the graph that represents 12 p.m.

Correct answer: Look for the steepest upward slope between any two points that are two hours apart.

The instruction is to find the 'two-hour period where the temperature increased the most.' On a line graph, the rate of increase is shown by the steepness of the line (the slope). A steeper upward slope over a two-hour interval on the x-axis indicates a larger temperature increase.

Question 35: 'The invention of the printing press democratized access to knowledge by making books affordable and widely available.' What does 'democratized access to knowledge' mean?

Knowledge became available to more people, not just the elite (Correct answer)
Everyone was required to read
Government controlled all materials
Only democracies had presses

Correct answer: Knowledge became available to more people, not just the elite

'Democratized access' means making something available to all people, not just a privileged few.

Question 36: Which sentence correctly uses the gerund?

To swim is a good exercise.
Swim is a good exercise.
Swam is a good exercise.
Swimming is a good exercise. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Swimming is a good exercise.

A gerund (-ing form used as a noun) can be the subject of a sentence. 'Swimming is a good exercise' uses the gerund 'swimming' as the subject. While 'To swim is a good exercise' is technically grammatical, using the gerund as a subject is more natural and common in everyday English.

Question 37: A teacher says: 'If a train travels at 60 miles per hour for 2.5 hours, how far does it travel?' What is the correct answer?

125 miles
130 miles
120 miles
150 miles (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 150 miles

Distance = speed x time. 60 miles/hour x 2.5 hours = 150 miles.

Question 38: A reading passage gives these instructions: 'Turn in your assignment by Friday. Late assignments will lose ten points per day.' If a student turns in the assignment on Monday, how many points will be lost?

10 points
20 points
30 points (Correct answer)
40 points

Correct answer: 30 points

The assignment is three calendar days late (Saturday, Sunday, Monday), losing 10 points per day for a total of 30 points.

Question 39: Which sentence contains a comma splice error?

The lecture was long, however it was informative. (Correct answer)
The professor explained the concept, and the students took notes.
The experiment succeeded, as the hypothesis predicted.
Although the test was difficult, the students performed well.

Correct answer: The lecture was long, however it was informative.

A comma splice incorrectly joins two independent clauses with only a comma; 'however' requires a semicolon before it.

Question 40: A science text reads: 'The control group received no treatment, while the experimental group received the new medication.' Why include a control group?

To give medication to more people
To make the experiment longer
To provide a baseline for comparing the treatment's effects (Correct answer)
Control groups are not important

Correct answer: To provide a baseline for comparing the treatment's effects

A control group provides a baseline to compare against, helping determine if the treatment caused the observed effects.

Question 41: What does 'plagiarism' mean?

A plaguing problem at school.
A type of disease.
A type of school program.
Copying someone else's work and presenting it as your own. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Copying someone else's work and presenting it as your own.

Plagiarism is the act of using someone else's words, ideas, or work without giving them credit and presenting it as your own. It is considered a serious academic offense in American schools and can result in failing the assignment, the course, or even expulsion. International students must learn proper citation methods.

Question 42: Choose the correct form: 'If she _____ harder, she would have passed the exam.'

had studied (Correct answer)
studies
is studying
will study

Correct answer: had studied

This is a third conditional (past unreal) requiring 'had + past participle' in the if-clause.

Question 43: What does 'allocate' mean in 'The school will allocate funds for new library books'?

Waste or lose
Distribute or assign for a specific purpose (Correct answer)
Borrow from someone
Hide or store secretly

Correct answer: Distribute or assign for a specific purpose

Allocate means to distribute or set aside resources for a particular purpose.

Question 44: Read the passage: 'The United States is made up of 50 states and one federal district, Washington D.C. Each state has its own government and laws, but all states must follow the US Constitution. The federal government handles issues that affect the whole country, such as national defense and foreign policy.' What does the federal government handle?

Local school schedules and city roads
Issues that affect the whole country, such as national defense (Correct answer)
State elections and county taxes
Each state's individual laws and regulations

Correct answer: Issues that affect the whole country, such as national defense

The passage states that 'the federal government handles issues that affect the whole country, such as national defense and foreign policy.'

Question 45: A student says: 'I have butterflies in my stomach.' What does this mean?

They ate butterflies.
They feel nervous or anxious about something. (Correct answer)
They like butterflies.
They have a stomach ache from bad food.

Correct answer: They feel nervous or anxious about something.

'Butterflies in my stomach' is an idiom describing the feeling of nervousness or anxiety, often before something important like a test, performance, or first day at school. The fluttery sensation in the stomach caused by nerves is compared to butterflies flying around. It is not about actual insects.

Question 46: A teacher tells the class, 'We have a substitute today.' What is a substitute in a school context?

A school administrator observing the classroom
A temporary teacher filling in for the regular teacher (Correct answer)
A teacher's assistant who grades papers
A student chosen to lead the class

Correct answer: A temporary teacher filling in for the regular teacher

A substitute (or substitute teacher) is a person who temporarily teaches a class when the regular teacher is absent. The word 'substitute' means a replacement.

Question 47: A passage states: 'DNA contains the genetic instructions for building and maintaining an organism.' What is DNA's main function described here?

To digest food
To provide energy
To store and transmit genetic instructions (Correct answer)
To protect cells from damage

Correct answer: To store and transmit genetic instructions

DNA's primary function is storing genetic information — the biological blueprint for an organism.

Question 48: During a lecture, the professor says, 'Let me illustrate this point with an example.' What should you expect next?

A drawing on the board
A homework assignment
A class discussion
A specific case that clarifies the concept (Correct answer)

Correct answer: A specific case that clarifies the concept

In academic context, 'illustrate with an example' means to provide a specific case to clarify an abstract concept.

Question 49: A passage states that a scholarship requires 'a minimum GPA of 3.5.' A student with a GPA of 3.2 wants to apply. According to the passage, the student:

Automatically receives a waiver for the GPA requirement.
Should apply and explain the low GPA.
Qualifies because 3.2 is close to 3.5.
Does not meet the minimum GPA requirement. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Does not meet the minimum GPA requirement.

The passage states the minimum GPA is 3.5; since 3.2 is below that threshold, the student does not meet the requirement.

Question 50: You hear the announcement: 'Attention all students. The cafeteria will be closed for cleaning this Thursday. Students should bring a packed lunch or purchase food from the vending machines in the main hallway.' What will students need to do on Thursday?

Order lunch from a local restaurant
Eat lunch in the cafeteria as usual
Bring their own lunch or use the vending machines (Correct answer)
Go home for lunch on Thursday

Correct answer: Bring their own lunch or use the vending machines

The announcement clearly states the cafeteria will be closed and tells students to bring a packed lunch or use the vending machines in the main hallway.

ELTiS 2.0 Exam

The English Language Test for International Students measures academic listening and reading proficiency for high school exchange students entering U.S. schools.

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