ELTiS 2.0 Exam — Questions and Answers

Question 1: Read the passage: 'The United States Constitution is the highest law of the land. It was written in 1787 and has guided the country ever since. The Constitution can be changed by adding amendments. So far, 27 amendments have been added to the Constitution.' How can the Constitution be changed?

The President can rewrite it at any time
Congress can delete old sections each year
By adding amendments (Correct answer)
The Supreme Court votes to change it

Correct answer: By adding amendments

The passage clearly states that the Constitution can be changed by adding amendments.

Question 2: 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?

Find the point on the graph that represents 12 p.m.
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)

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 3: You hear: 'Attention all eighth graders. Your science fair projects are due this Thursday, not Friday as previously announced. Projects must be set up in the gymnasium before first period.' When are the science fair projects now due?

Thursday, before first period (Correct answer)
Friday, as originally scheduled
Wednesday afternoon
Saturday morning

Correct answer: Thursday, before first period

The announcement specifically says the due date has changed from Friday to Thursday, and projects must be set up in the gymnasium before first period begins.

Question 4: A text reads: 'The pH scale ranges from 0 to 14. Below 7 is acidic, above 7 is basic, and exactly 7 is neutral.' What pH is neutral?

0
1
14
7 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 7

The passage directly states that a pH of exactly 7 is neutral.

Question 5: During a literature lecture, the professor says: 'The author uses a great deal of symbolism. For instance, the recurring image of the broken clock can be seen as representing the main character's feeling that his life is stuck.' What is the function of the phrase 'For instance'?

To provide a specific example of a general statement (Correct answer)
To signal the end of the lecture
To repeat the main idea in a different way
To introduce a contrasting idea

Correct answer: To provide a specific example of a general statement

The phrase 'For instance' is a common transitional phrase used to introduce an example that illustrates a preceding point. The professor first makes a general statement ('The author uses a great deal of symbolism') and then provides a concrete example (the broken clock).

Question 6: Your teacher asks: 'Can everyone see the board?' What is the appropriate response if you cannot see?

Shout 'No!' loudly.
Stay silent and hope it doesn't matter.
Ignore the question.
Raise your hand and say 'I can't see from here. May I move closer?' (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Raise your hand and say 'I can't see from here. May I move closer?'

The appropriate response when you can't see the board is to politely raise your hand and ask to move closer. This shows respect, communicates your need clearly, and uses polite language with 'May I.' Ignoring the problem or shouting are both inappropriate in a classroom setting.

Question 7: A student is looking for the date a school policy was last updated in a long document. The best strategy is to:

Scan the document for numbers or date formats. (Correct answer)
Summarize each section before searching.
Read the entire document word by word.
Only read the introduction and conclusion.

Correct answer: Scan the document for numbers or date formats.

Scanning for numbers or date formats is the fastest way to locate a specific date in a long document.

Question 8: A passage about a student reads: 'Despite having no formal training, Kenji's paintings were displayed in the school gallery alongside works by art students.' What can you infer about Kenji?

He does not enjoy painting
He copied other students' work
He is an art student
He has natural artistic talent (Correct answer)

Correct answer: He has natural artistic talent

Having work displayed alongside trained art students despite no formal training implies natural talent.

Question 9: The final grade for the biology course will depend ______ consistent effort and performance on the final exam.

from
about
with
on (Correct answer)

Correct answer: on

The verb 'depend' is always followed by the preposition 'on' or 'upon' to indicate what something relies on. 'Depend on' is a standard prepositional phrase.

Question 10: The principal announces: 'Picture day has been moved from Thursday to next Monday. Please bring your order forms to homeroom on Monday morning.' When should students bring their order forms?

Monday afternoon to the office
Monday morning to homeroom (Correct answer)
Thursday morning to homeroom
Thursday afternoon to the gym

Correct answer: Monday morning to homeroom

The announcement specifies that picture day moved to Monday and order forms should be brought to homeroom on Monday morning.

Question 11: 'Unlike her shy older brother, Emma was outgoing and loved meeting new people.' What does this reveal about Emma?

Her brother enjoys meeting people
She is more sociable than her brother (Correct answer)
She does not like her brother
She and her brother are similar

Correct answer: She is more sociable than her brother

'Unlike' establishes a contrast: brother is shy, Emma is outgoing.

Question 12: You hear: 'Parents and guardians, please note that school dismissal tomorrow will be one hour early at 2:00 PM instead of 3:00 PM. Please make arrangements to pick up your children on time.' What time will school end tomorrow?

1:00 PM
2:30 PM
3:00 PM
2:00 PM (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 2:00 PM

The announcement states dismissal will be at 2:00 PM tomorrow, which is one hour earlier than the regular 3:00 PM time.

Question 13: A professor says at the end of class, 'Feel free to drop by my office if you have questions.' What is the professor inviting students to do?

Visit the professor's office informally at a convenient time (Correct answer)
Drop off their assignments at the office door
Submit their questions in writing only
Schedule a formal meeting through the department

Correct answer: Visit the professor's office informally at a convenient time

'Drop by' means to visit casually or without a strict appointment. The phrase 'feel free' reinforces that students are welcome to come informally, making the invitation open and relaxed.

Question 14: Fill in the blank: 'If it _____ tomorrow, we will cancel the picnic.'

rains (Correct answer)
rained
will rain
is raining

Correct answer: rains

In a first conditional sentence (real possibility in the future), the if-clause uses the simple present tense, not the future. 'If it rains' is correct. Using 'will rain' in the if-clause is a common error in English.

Question 15: An announcement states: 'Due to inclement weather, after-school activities are canceled.' What is 'inclement weather'?

Hot summer weather
Perfect sunny weather
Windy but pleasant weather
Severe or unpleasant weather (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Severe or unpleasant weather

'Inclement weather' refers to harsh, severe, or unpleasant conditions.

Question 16: You overhear two students talking. One says, 'I'm not sure about the new schedule. Starting school 30 minutes later is nice, but the new lunch periods are much shorter. I barely have time to eat. And having the last period class go until 4:00 PM makes it hard to get to my after-school job on time.' What is the main idea of the student's opinion?

The student is happy about getting more sleep.
The student is planning to quit their after-school job.
The student is expressing mixed feelings and several problems with the new schedule. (Correct answer)
The student thinks the school should provide better lunch options.

Correct answer: The student is expressing mixed feelings and several problems with the new schedule.

The student mentions one positive aspect (starting later) but focuses more on the negative consequences (shorter lunch, late dismissal affecting a job). This choice best captures the overall mixed but mostly negative sentiment about the new schedule's impact.

Question 17: A teacher says: 'A pizza is cut into 8 slices. Tom eats 3 and Sara eats 2. What fraction is left?'

3/8 (Correct answer)
2/8
5/8
1/2

Correct answer: 3/8

Eaten: 3 + 2 = 5 slices. Remaining: 8 - 5 = 3 slices = 3/8.

Question 18: A teacher says: 'The average score for 5 students is 82. Four scored 85, 78, 90, and 75. What did the fifth student score?'

82 (Correct answer)
78
80
84

Correct answer: 82

Total = 82 x 5 = 410. Sum of four: 85 + 78 + 90 + 75 = 328. Fifth: 410 - 328 = 82.

Question 19: You hear: 'Students who ordered yearbooks will be able to pick them up in the main office starting Monday. You must show your student ID to receive your yearbook. Office hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.' What must a student bring to pick up a yearbook?

Their receipt of payment
A signed note from a parent
Their student ID (Correct answer)
Their class schedule

Correct answer: Their student ID

The announcement specifically states that students must show their student ID in order to receive their yearbook.

Question 20: A presentation discusses how sleep affects memory, mood, and physical health, concluding that teenagers need 8-10 hours per night. What is the main idea?

All teenagers get enough sleep
Mood is affected by sleep deprivation
Physical health is the only concern related to sleep
Adequate sleep is essential for teenagers' overall well-being (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Adequate sleep is essential for teenagers' overall well-being

The presentation covers multiple effects of sleep on health, pointing to the broader idea that adequate sleep is essential for teens.

Question 21: What is 'homeroom' in a typical American school?

A room reserved for parent-teacher meetings
A short daily period where students meet with one teacher for announcements and attendance (Correct answer)
A class held at home via video call
The school library where students study quietly

Correct answer: A short daily period where students meet with one teacher for announcements and attendance

Homeroom is a brief period, usually at the start of the school day, when students gather with a designated teacher to take attendance, hear announcements, and handle administrative tasks.

Question 22: A gym teacher announces: 'Tomorrow's physical education class will be held in the gymnasium instead of the outdoor field. Please bring your indoor sneakers and a water bottle. Students without proper footwear will sit out.' What will happen to students who forget their indoor sneakers?

They will be sent home to get them
They can borrow sneakers from the office
They will go to the outdoor field instead
They will not be allowed to participate (Correct answer)

Correct answer: They will not be allowed to participate

The announcement clearly states that students without proper footwear will 'sit out,' meaning they will not be allowed to participate in the activity.

Question 23: Listen to a school counselor speaking to a group of new students. 'Welcome to Northwood High! It's a big school, and it can be easy to feel lost at first. Remember that your teachers are here to help you with your classes. I am available to help with scheduling or personal concerns. We also have a peer tutoring center in the library if you need academic support, and the school nurse is on the third floor. Don't hesitate to ask for help.' What is the counselor's main message?

Students should go to the library for all their problems.
The school has various support systems available to help new students. (Correct answer)
The school nurse is located on the third floor.
New students will have trouble with their schedules.

Correct answer: The school has various support systems available to help new students.

The counselor lists several different people and places students can go for help (teachers, counselor, tutors, nurse). The main idea is that there is a network of support available. The other options are specific details, not the main point.

Question 24: The professor says, 'This is a common misconception, but actually...' What is the professor about to do?

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

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 25: Which sentence best demonstrates correct use of a transition word to show contrast?

The study was thorough but however the sample size was small.
The study was thorough; however, the sample size was small. (Correct answer)
The study was thorough and the sample size was small.
The study was thorough despite the sample size was small.

Correct answer: The study was thorough; however, the sample size was small.

'However' correctly signals contrast between two independent clauses when separated by a semicolon.

Question 26: A classmate says, 'I'm swamped with assignments this week.' What does 'swamped' mean in this context?

Confused about the assignments
Finished with all the work
Extremely busy or overwhelmed (Correct answer)
Very organized and prepared

Correct answer: Extremely busy or overwhelmed

'Swamped' is an informal idiom meaning to have so much to do that you can barely manage — like being flooded or submerged. It is commonly used in everyday English to express being overwhelmed with tasks.

Question 27: 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 rules of the Constitution.' How many justices serve on the Supreme Court?

Nine (Correct answer)
Six
Seven
Eight

Correct answer: Nine

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

Question 28: Which word correctly uses the suffix '-tion'?

connecttion
connection (Correct answer)
conection
conecttion

Correct answer: connection

'Connection' is the correct spelling — the base word 'connect' plus '-ion' produces one 'c', one 't', and '-ion': c-o-n-n-e-c-t-i-o-n.

Question 29: Someone asks you: 'What time does school start?' You know it starts at 8:00 AM. What is the best answer?

It starts at 8:00 in the morning. (Correct answer)
School ends at 3:00 PM.
School is fun.
I take the bus to school.

Correct answer: It starts at 8:00 in the morning.

The question asks specifically about what time school starts. The correct response directly answers with the start time: 8:00 in the morning. The other options either talk about something unrelated to the question or give the end time instead of the start time.

Question 30: Which reading strategy helps you find specific data like statistics or dates quickly in a long passage?

Summarizing each paragraph.
Skimming for general ideas.
Rereading the passage multiple times.
Scanning for keywords or numbers. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Scanning for keywords or numbers.

Scanning is the strategy used to quickly locate specific information like numbers, names, or dates in a text.

Question 31: A passage ends: 'Therefore, protecting endangered species is not just an environmental issue — it is a matter of preserving biological heritage for future generations.' What is the author's purpose?

Introduce a new topic
Persuade readers that protection has broad significance beyond environmentalism (Correct answer)
Summarize history
Argue species are not important

Correct answer: Persuade readers that protection has broad significance beyond environmentalism

The author expands the issue from environmental to heritage/legacy, persuading readers of broader importance.

Question 32: The passage states: 'Democracy comes from the Greek words demos (people) and kratos (rule). In a democracy, citizens have the power to choose their leaders through elections.' Based on its Greek origins, what does 'democracy' literally mean?

Rule by the people (Correct answer)
Rule by the military
Rule by a single leader
Rule by the wealthy

Correct answer: Rule by the people

The passage explains that 'demos' means 'people' and 'kratos' means 'rule,' so democracy literally means 'rule by the people.'

Question 33: A student reads: 'The cafeteria serves lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on weekdays only.' Which detail is specifically stated in this sentence?

The cafeteria is open on weekends.
Students must pay in advance for lunch.
The cafeteria serves breakfast and dinner too.
Lunch is served from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on weekdays. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Lunch is served from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on weekdays.

The sentence directly states that lunch hours are 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on weekdays, which is the specific detail provided.

Question 34: Choose the correct form: 'I am not used _____ cold weather.'

at
with
to (Correct answer)
for

Correct answer: to

'Used to' (as an adjective meaning accustomed to) is followed by the preposition 'to.' 'I am not used to cold weather' means I am not accustomed to cold weather. Note: this is different from 'used to + verb' (I used to live in Mexico), which describes past habits.

Question 35: A teacher says: 'Open your textbooks to chapter 5, page 87. Read the first two paragraphs silently. When you finish, raise your hand.' After reading, what should you do?

Start reading chapter 6.
Talk to your neighbor about what you read.
Close your book.
Raise your hand. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Raise your hand.

The teacher gives three sequential instructions: open to page 87, read two paragraphs silently, and raise your hand when finished. The action to take after completing the reading is to raise your hand. This signals to the teacher that you are ready to move on.

Question 36: What is the purpose of a topic sentence in a paragraph?

To provide evidence for the thesis
To introduce the main idea of the paragraph (Correct answer)
To transition to the next paragraph
To conclude the paragraph

Correct answer: To introduce the main idea of the paragraph

A topic sentence serves as the main idea or controlling statement for a paragraph. It introduces the specific point that the paragraph will discuss and indicates how that point relates to the essay's overall thesis. All other sentences within the paragraph should then provide details, evidence, or explanations that support this central idea.

Question 37: Fill in the blank: 'They _____ watching a movie when the lights went out.'

have been
was
are
were (Correct answer)

Correct answer: were

The past continuous tense uses 'was/were' + the '-ing' form. Since the subject is 'they' (plural), 'were watching' is the correct form to describe an action in progress in the past.

Question 38: A text states: 'The new student sat alone at lunch for the first week, but by the end of the month, she could be seen laughing with a group of classmates every day.' What can you infer?

She moved to a different school
She never made any friends
She gradually made friends and became socially integrated (Correct answer)
She preferred eating alone

Correct answer: She gradually made friends and became socially integrated

The contrast between sitting alone initially and laughing with classmates later shows she gradually made friends.

Question 39: The principal's email says: 'Standardized testing will take place next week. Students should get plenty of rest and eat a good breakfast.' What is standardized testing?

A physical fitness test
Tests given to all students under the same conditions to measure achievement (Correct answer)
A test only for new students
A test that each teacher creates individually

Correct answer: Tests given to all students under the same conditions to measure achievement

Standardized tests are assessments administered uniformly to all students, with the same questions and conditions, to measure academic achievement and compare results.

Question 40: A teacher states: 'The temperature was -5 degrees C in the morning and rose by 12 degrees by noon. What was the noon temperature?'

-17 degrees C
7 degrees C (Correct answer)
-7 degrees C
17 degrees C

Correct answer: 7 degrees C

-5 + 12 = 7 degrees C.

Question 41: Students planted seeds in three pots — sunlight, shade, and darkness — and measured growth. What is the independent variable?

The growth of the plants
The amount of light each pot receives (Correct answer)
The amount of water
The type of soil

Correct answer: The amount of light each pot receives

The independent variable is what the experimenter deliberately changes — in this case, the light conditions.

Question 42: What is the adverb form of the adjective 'quick'?

quickful
quicken
quickness
quickly (Correct answer)

Correct answer: quickly

'Quickly' is the adverb form of 'quick,' created by adding the suffix '-ly' to the adjective.

Question 43: A science text reads: 'The control group received no treatment, while the experimental group received the new medication.' Why include a control group?

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

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 44: Read this description of a science experiment: 'Three identical bean plants were used to test the effect of different light colors on growth. Plant A was exposed to full-spectrum white light, Plant B only to blue light, and Plant C only to red light. All other conditions were kept constant. After four weeks, Plant A had grown 15 cm. Plant B had grown 10 cm and had thick, dark green leaves. Plant C had grown 18 cm, but its stems were thin and stretched.' Which of the following is a reasonable conclusion based on the results?

White light causes plants to have thin, stretched stems.
Plants grow tallest in red light, but may not be the healthiest. (Correct answer)
Bean plants cannot grow without a combination of red and blue light.
Blue light is the worst type of light for plant growth.

Correct answer: Plants grow tallest in red light, but may not be the healthiest.

The correct answer is B. The passage states Plant C (red light) grew the tallest (18 cm), but also describes its stems as 'thin and stretched,' which suggests less healthy, sturdy growth compared to the other plants.

Question 45: Read the passage: 'The American flag has 50 stars and 13 stripes. The 50 stars represent the 50 states in the country. The 13 stripes represent the original 13 colonies that declared independence from Britain in 1776.' What do the 13 stripes on the American flag represent?

The 13 amendments in the Bill of Rights
The 13 original colonies that declared independence (Correct answer)
The 13 largest cities in America
The 13 founding presidents of the United States

Correct answer: The 13 original colonies that declared independence

The passage states that the 13 stripes represent the original 13 colonies that declared independence from Britain in 1776.

Question 46: A student is listening to a lecture about different types of rocks. The professor discusses how igneous rocks are formed from cooled magma, sedimentary rocks from layers of sand and debris, and metamorphic rocks from other rocks changed by heat and pressure. Which of the following is the best title for this lecture?

An Introduction to the Three Main Types of Rocks (Correct answer)
Famous Volcanoes and Igneous Rocks
The Formation of Metamorphic Rocks
Geological Time and Rock Layers

Correct answer: An Introduction to the Three Main Types of Rocks

The lecture covers the formation of three distinct types of rocks (igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic). This answer is the only one that encompasses the entire scope of the lecture described. The other options are too specific and only cover a portion of the topic.

Question 47: Which of the following is spelled correctly?

priviledge
privelege
privelage
privilege (Correct answer)

Correct answer: privilege

'Privilege' is spelled p-r-i-v-i-l-e-g-e — there is no letter 'd' anywhere in the word.

Question 48: 'Although many students dislike homework, research consistently shows regular practice improves learning and retention.' What is the author's position?

Homework is beneficial despite being unpopular (Correct answer)
Homework should be eliminated
Research is unreliable
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 49: A student at the cafeteria says, 'Excuse me, is this seat taken?' What are they really asking?

Whether someone is already sitting there or if the seat is available (Correct answer)
Whether the seat is broken
Whether the seat was stolen
Whether the student can take the seat home

Correct answer: Whether someone is already sitting there or if the seat is available

'Is this seat taken?' is a polite way of asking if someone is occupying the seat or if it is free for the speaker to sit in.

Question 50: Choose the correct word: 'I need _____ more time to finish.'

few
many
a little (Correct answer)
a few

Correct answer: a little

'A little' is used with uncountable nouns like 'time,' 'money,' and 'water.' 'A few' and 'many' are used with countable nouns. The difference between 'a little' (some, positive) and 'little' (not much, negative) is also important. Here, 'a little more time' means 'some more time.'

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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