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Grammar

Grammar

The grammar section of this ESL test will test your knowledge of the idioms; butterflies in one’s stomach, get something off one’s chest, a taste of one’s own medicine, a piece of cake, and see eye to eye through various grammar activities.

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Choose two synonyms for the idiom; Butterflies in one’s stomach.

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Choose two synonyms for the idiom; Get something off one’s chest

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Choose two synonyms for the idiom; A taste of one’s own medicine 

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Choose two synonyms for the idiom; A piece of cake.

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Choose two synonyms for the idiom; See eye to eye.

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A sensation of nervous anticipation, often accompanied by physical symptoms like a fluttering feeling in the stomach. It typically occurs before high-pressure situations such as public speaking, performances, or important events.

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To express a troubling thought or feeling that has been kept inside, often bringing a sense of relief. It involves openly talking about something that has been weighing on your mind.

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Receiving the same unpleasant treatment that one has given to others, usually to highlight hypocrisy or injustice. It often serves as a form of poetic justice or karmic retribution.

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A task or activity that is extremely easy to complete, often requiring little effort or skill. It suggests something that poses no challenge to the person performing it.

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To completely agree with someone, especially after discussion or negotiation. It implies a shared understanding, perspective, or opinion on a particular issue.

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Although we don’t always saw eye to eye, we respect each other’s perspectives and work well together.

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Talking to her about how I felt really helped. I didn’t realise how much I needed to get that off my chest.

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The manager, known for being overly critical, got a taste of her own medicine when the team gave her harsh feedback.

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For someone with her experience, leading the training session was a piece of cake.

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I had butterflies on my stomach before the interview, but once it started, I felt more at ease.

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Despite her many years of experience, she still before any important meeting.

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Sometimes, is the best way to reduce stress and clear your mind.

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She by ignoring his calls after he had ignored hers.

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Don’t worry about the exam; if you revise properly.

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Although they started with different opinions, they eventually on the strategy.

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reading

Reading

The reading section of this ESL test will test your knowledge of the idioms; butterflies in one’s stomach, get something off one’s chest, a taste of one’s own medicine, a piece of cake, and see eye to eye through various reading activities.

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Before the big presentation, Sarah felt the familiar butterflies in her stomach. Despite years of experience, the fluttering sensation never disappeared completely. It was a mix of nervousness and excitement, a reminder that what she was about to do mattered deeply. As she stood backstage, listening to the crowd, her heart raced and her palms sweated. But once she stepped under the spotlight and started speaking confidently, those feelings transformed into energy and focus. That nervous flutter was not a weakness but a sign she cared—and it often helped her perform at her best.

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The author suggests that feeling nervous before an important event is actually a __________.

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Before the big presentation, Sarah felt the familiar butterflies in her stomach. Despite years of experience, the fluttering sensation never disappeared completely. It was a mix of nervousness and excitement, a reminder that what she was about to do mattered deeply. As she stood backstage, listening to the crowd, her heart raced and her palms sweated. But once she stepped under the spotlight and started speaking confidently, those feelings transformed into energy and focus. That nervous flutter was not a weakness but a sign she cared—and it often helped her perform at her best.

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Sarah’s butterflies completely disappeared once she started her presentation.

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For weeks, Anna was anxious about a mistake she made at work. She accidentally deleted an important report and hadn’t told anyone. The stress kept growing until one evening she decided to get it off her chest. She called her manager and explained everything honestly. To her surprise, her manager appreciated her honesty and helped find a solution. Speaking openly lifted a huge weight from Anna’s shoulders. She learned that hiding problems only makes them worse, and sometimes, being honest—even about mistakes—is the best way to move forward.

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For weeks, Anna was anxious about a mistake she made at work. She accidentally deleted an important report and hadn’t told anyone. The stress kept growing until one evening she decided to get it off her chest. She called her manager and explained everything honestly. To her surprise, her manager appreciated her honesty and helped find a solution. Speaking openly lifted a huge weight from Anna’s shoulders. She learned that hiding problems only makes them worse, and sometimes, being honest—even about mistakes—is the best way to move forward.

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Being honest, even about mistakes, can help you __________.

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Jessica was known for being very critical of her coworkers. She often pointed out their mistakes in a harsh way. Then, her boss started giving her the same kind of sharp feedback on her work. Jessica felt what it was like to get a taste of her own medicine. It made her understand how hard it is to receive constant criticism. She decided to change and began giving kind and helpful advice instead. This experience helped Jessica become more understanding and a better team player.

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Jessica was known for being very critical of her coworkers. She often pointed out their mistakes in a harsh way. Then, her boss started giving her the same kind of sharp feedback on her work. Jessica felt what it was like to get a taste of her own medicine. It made her understand how hard it is to receive constant criticism. She decided to change and began giving kind and helpful advice instead. This experience helped Jessica become more understanding and a better team player.

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Jessica understood how difficult constant criticism is after receiving the same treatment.

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When Tom started learning to drive, he worried it would be difficult. However, the first lesson turned out to be a piece of cake. The instructor’s calm guidance and clear instructions made everything feel manageable. Tom quickly gained confidence, finding it surprisingly easy to handle the controls and follow road rules. Although some aspects like parallel parking required practice, the overall experience was much less intimidating than expected. This early success motivated him to keep improving, showing how breaking a big challenge into smaller steps can make even the hardest tasks feel like a piece of cake.

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Tom expected driving lessons to be __________ but found the first lesson surprisingly __________.  

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When Tom started learning to drive, he worried it would be difficult. However, the first lesson turned out to be a piece of cake. The instructor’s calm guidance and clear instructions made everything feel manageable. Tom quickly gained confidence, finding it surprisingly easy to handle the controls and follow road rules. Although some aspects like parallel parking required practice, the overall experience was much less intimidating than expected. This early success motivated him to keep improving, showing how breaking a big challenge into smaller steps can make even the hardest tasks feel like a piece of cake.

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The text suggests that breaking tasks into smaller steps can make difficult things easier.

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Maria and John worked closely on the new marketing campaign but often disagreed on strategies. After several meetings, they finally saw eye to eye on the best approach to reach their audience effectively. This alignment improved teamwork and productivity, as they could focus on shared goals instead of conflicts. Seeing eye to eye doesn’t mean agreeing on everything but finding common ground to collaborate successfully. Their ability to compromise and respect each other’s ideas made the project smoother and more enjoyable, demonstrating the power of mutual understanding in any partnership.

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Maria and John worked closely on the new marketing campaign but often disagreed on strategies. After several meetings, they finally saw eye to eye on the best approach to reach their audience effectively. This alignment improved teamwork and productivity, as they could focus on shared goals instead of conflicts. Seeing eye to eye doesn’t mean agreeing on everything but finding common ground to collaborate successfully. Their ability to compromise and respect each other’s ideas made the project smoother and more enjoyable, demonstrating the power of mutual understanding in any partnership.

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Their ability to __________ helped make the project smoother.

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Listening

The listening section of this ESL test will test your knowledge of the idioms; butterflies in one’s stomach, get something off one’s chest, a taste of one’s own medicine, a piece of cake, and see eye to eye through various listening activities.

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Is the statement true or false?

Mark managed to completely calm down before entering the interview room.

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Mark describes the feeling of butterflies in his stomach as...

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Lisa’s decision to speak to her friend was motivated by...

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Is the statement true or false?

Lisa directly told her friend she forgot the birthday and apologized for it.

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Is the statement true or false?

James believes that being more critical has helped him gain more respect from his team.

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James’ experience of receiving blunt feedback...

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Is the statement true or false?

Emma believes that mastering advanced Photoshop features was just as easy as the basic ones.

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Emma’s positive first experience with Photoshop...

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Is the statement true or false?

Dan believes that respecting Rachel’s perspective helped strengthen their teamwork.

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Dan and Rachel’s eventual ability to collaborate effectively was the result of...

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Speaking

The speaking section of this ESL test will test your knowledge of the idioms; butterflies in one’s stomach, get something off one’s chest, a taste of one’s own medicine, a piece of cake, and see eye to eye through various speaking activities.

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Speak clearly and share your thoughts.

Have you ever had butterflies in your stomach before an important moment?

  1. What was the situation, and why did it make you nervous?
  2. How did you manage those feelings at the time?
  3. Do you think nervousness always has a negative effect, or can it sometimes be useful?
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Can you talk about a time when you really needed to get something off your chest?

  1. What were you keeping inside, and why?
  2. How did it feel to finally talk about it?
  3. Do you think being honest always improves a situation?
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Have you or someone you know ever gotten a taste of their own medicine?

  1. What behaviour did the person show originally?
  2. How did the situation turn around and reflect back on them?
  3. What lessons (if any) came from that experience?
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Let’s check your speaking

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Describe something you expected to be difficult, but turned out to be a piece of cake.

  1. What made you think it would be hard?
  2. Why was it easier than expected?
  3. Did the experience change your confidence in similar tasks?
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Let’s check your speaking

Speak clearly and share your thoughts.

Describe a situation where you and someone else didn’t see eye to eye at first.

  1. What was the disagreement about?
  2. How did you resolve your differences?
  3. What did the experience teach you about collaboration?
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Let’s check your speaking

Speak clearly and share your thoughts.

Give a clear and detailed answer with examples. Use full sentences and try to include reasons, personal experiences, and use the idiom correctly. Speak naturally and confidently.

  1. What do you think is happening in the picture? 
  2. Why do you think the women might have butterflies in her stomach?
  3. Can you think of a time when you were in a similar situation? How did you feel? 
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Give a clear and detailed answer with examples. Use full sentences and try to include reasons, personal experiences, and use the idiom correctly. Speak naturally and confidently.

  1. What do you think is happening in the picture? 
  2. What do you think the man is getting off his chest?
  3. Can you think of a time when you were in a similar situation? How did you feel? 
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Give a clear and detailed answer with examples. Use full sentences and try to include reasons, personal experiences, and use the idiom correctly. Speak naturally and confidently.

  1. What do you think is happening in the picture? 
  2. How might the woman be getting a taste of her own medicine?
  3. Can you think of a time when you were in a similar situation? How did you feel? 
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Give a clear and detailed answer with examples. Use full sentences and try to include reasons, personal experiences, and use the idiom correctly. Speak naturally and confidently.

  1. What do you think has happened in the picture? 
  2. Do you think the test was a piece of cake? How so?
  3. Can you think of a time when you were in a similar situation? How did you feel? 
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Give a clear and detailed answer with examples. Use full sentences and try to include reasons, personal experiences, and use the idiom correctly. Speak naturally and confidently.

  1. What do you think is happening in the picture? 
  2. Why do you think they don't see eye to eye?
  3. Can you think of a time when you were in a similar situation? How did you feel? 
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