Functions (Matching)

1.Match each statement with its appropriate function. Session June 2010(science)

1.    “In my view, parents are too tolerant with their kids,” Harry told his classmates.	a.     purpose
2.    Brain drain refers to the emigration of educated and skilled people.	b.    opinion
3.    Computers are used not only for learning but also for entertainment.	c.     defining
4.    “ our team trained hard so as to be ready for the final match,” the coach said	d.    addition

2. Match each statement with its appropriate function.  Session July 2010(Art)

1.        As a result of global warming, the world climate has changed a lot     2.        A lot of people get in touch with associations in order to receive help     3.        Although Nancy went on a strict diet, she didn’t lose weight     4.        As far as I am concerned, the Internet is very useful

1.      a.     purpose b.    cause and effect c.     opinion d.    concession

3. Match the expressions with their corresponding functions.  Session June 2010(Humanities)

1.      ‘You’d better do some exercises in the workbook.’  2.      ‘Could you close the window please?’

a. requesting  b. apologising c. suggesting

4. MATCH THE SENTENCES WITH THE APPROPRIATE FUNCTIONS. BAC SC.HUM.S.JULY 2010.

1.“you’d better revise your lessons regularly.” 2.“I’m sorry to say this, but your dog was barking all night long.”

a. Requesting b. Complaining c. Giving opinion d. advising

5 .MATCH EACH STATEMENT WITH ITS APPROPRIATE FUNCTION. BAC SCIENCES.S.RATTRAPPAGE 2010

1.    I’m sorry, I took your keys by mistake,” he said. 2.    Nancy took up English lessons to increase her chances to get the job. 3.    “would you like a cup of tea?”he asked me. 4.    Mr Baker attended the meeting despite hi sickness.

a.     Concession b.    Apology c.     Offering d.    purpose

6. Match each expression with its appropriate function. June 2011(Science)

EXPRESSIONS	FUNCTIONS
1.        “Why don’t you join our sport team?”Tom asked his classmates.     2.        “Could you make a photocopy for me, please?” Linda asked.     3.        “I’m sorry, I’ve given you the wrong change,” The shop assistant said.     4.        She didn’t train hard; as a result, she lost the tennis tournament.	a.     Apologising b.    Cause and effect c.     Requesting d.    suggesting

7. MATCH EACH EXPRESSION WITH ITS APPROPRIATE FUNCTION. JULY 2011(SCIENCE)

EXPRESSIONS	FUNCTIONS
1.        A polyglot is someone who speaks many languages.     2.        Last winter, many flights at Heathrow airport were cancelled due to bad weather.     3.        “could you help me repair my compute, please?”     4.        Besides having a villa in the city, the Smiths own a farm in the countryside.	a)    Request b)    Addition c)    Cause and effect d)    definition

8. MATCH EACH EXPRESSION WITH ITS APPROPRIATE FUNCTION. JUNE 2011(SC.HUM)

1.        Many people attended the match despite the bad weather.     2.        The wedding party was delayed due to financial problem.     3.        He’s learning Spanish so as to communicate with his Spanish wife.     4.        Physical exercise helps you keep fit. It can also make you feel relaxed.

a)    Cause and effect b)    Concession c)    Addition d)    purpose

9. MATCH EACH EXPRESSION WITH ITS APPROPRIATE FUNCTION. JULY 2011(LETTRES)

1.        “I personally think that women shouldn’t stay at home.”     2.        “I’m really sorry; I’m late again.”

a)    Complaining b)    Expressing opinion c)    Offering d)    apologising

10. MATCH EACH EXPRESSION WITH ITS APPROPRIATE FUNCTION. BAC SC.HUM.N.2012

EXPRESSIONS	FUNCTIONS
1.        You should review your lessons regularly.	a.     Expressing opinion
2.        Sorry, what do you mean by gender?	b.    Giving advice
3.        What about having tagine for lunch?	c.     Making a suggestion
4.        In my view, parents should control their children’s use of the Internet.	d.    Asking for clarification

11.MATCH EACH EXPRESSION WITH ITS APPROPRIATE FUNCTION. BAC LETTRES.N.2012

EXPRESSIONS	FUNCTIONS
1.        Could I use your computer to send your an email?     2.        What do you mean by “sustainable”?     3.        I have no appetite these days, what should I do?     4.        Glad to hear that, congratulation!	a.     Expressing lack of understanding b.    Asking for advice c.     Making a request d.    Responding to good news

12. MATCH EACH EXPRESSION WITH ITS APPROPRIATE FUNCTION. BAC SCIENCES.N.2013

1.        Anthropology is the study of people, their societies and cultures.     2.        “ could you help me with the luggage, please?”     3.        “ I’m terribly sorry for the mess I’ve made in the kitchen.”     4.        “for me, developing countries should invest in education.”

a.     Making a request b.    Expressing an opinion c.     Defining d.    apologising

13.MATCH EACH EXPRESSION WITH ITS APPROPRIATE FUNCTION.BAC.SCIENCES.R.2013

1.        For me, children should not watch horror films.     2.        This washing machine is not only cheap but also efficient.     3.        “ could you fix this wheel for me, please?”     4.        Nicole took a taxi so as to be in time for the interview.

a.     Purpose b.    Opinion c.     Request d.    addition

14. MATCH EACH EXPRESSION WITH ITS APPROPRIATE FUNCTION. BAC. LETTRES.N.2013.

1.        Mohamed Chokri received a literary prize. Besides his books have been translated into many languages.     2.        ‘Transglot’ is a program which helps you translate technical document.     3.        Generally, road accidents are due to drivers’ carelessness.     4.        I need to take a day off to go to the doctor’s.

a.     Expressing cause and effect b.    Defining c.     Expressing purpose d.    Expressing addition

15.MATCH EACH EXPRESSION WITH ITS APPROPRIATE FUNCTION. BAC.LETTRES.R.2013.

1.            How sad!        2.            I wonder if you could explain that.        3.            If I were you, I’d look for another job.        4.            Sorry to say this, but you’re disturbing all your neighbours.

a.       Complaining b.      Responding to bad news c.       Giving advice d.      Asking for clarification

16. MATCH EACH EXPRESSION WITH ITS APPROPRIATE FUNCTION.  BAC.SCIENCES.N.2014.

EXPRESSIONS	FUNCTIONS
1.            Could you translate this article for me?	a.       Expressing regret
2.            Sorry to say this, but your assistant was rude to me.	b.      Expressing lack of understanding
3.            It’s a pity I can’t attend the meeting.	c.       complaining
4.            I’m afraid I didn’t get your point.	d.      Making a request

 

17.match the expressions with their appropriate functions. Bac.letttres.n.2014

EXPRESSIONS	FUNCTIONS
1.            I think that Bayern Munich is the best football team.        2.            If only we hadn’t spoken to him that way.        3.            I’m sorry to say this, but these aren’t the printers I ordered.        4.            What about eating out together tonight?	a.       Suggesting b.      Expressing opinion c.       Regretting d.      complaining

      

18. COMPLETE THE CHART WITH THE RIGHT FUNCTION FROM THE LIST.BAC.HUMANITIES.N.2014.

Giving advice – defining – making a request – asking for opinion – expressing addition – expressing concession – making a suggestion

SENTENCES	FUNCTION
0.You’d better see a doctor for this terrible headache.	Giving advice
1.Do you think married women should stay at home.	.............................................
2.She became a manager despite her lack of experience.	.............................................
3.It’s Mother’s Day. Why don’t we buy something for mom?	..............................................
4.Geology is the study of the rocks and similar substances that make up the Earth’s surface.	..............................................