English Language Intuition Test

John and Peter took a photography course to improve their skills. They learned about composition, lighting, and editing techniques. By the end of the course, they had created a portfolio of stunning photos that they shared with their friends.

Judge: John and Peter’s photography skills improved after the course.

Peter and John met in a book club. They shared an interest of creating blog. John used to be a good novelist who published lots of bestsellers. One day Peter published a blog post about John’s experiences of being a novelist. John was intrigued because the blog post reminded him of the past experiences.

Judge: John was intrigued by Peter’s blog post about him.

Mary wrote a poem inspired by Anna's life, capturing Anna’s resilience and achievements. Anna, after reading it, was deeply moved by how well it reflected her journey. Therefore, she recommended Mary’s poem to a publisher.

Judge: Anna recommended Mary’s poem of her.

John and Peter went on a road trip across the country. They visited several national parks and took many photos of the scenic landscapes. The trip lasted two weeks, and they returned home with unforgettable memories.

Judge: John and Peter’s road trip only lasted a few days.

Mary had been going through a difficult time and decided to write a poem as a way to reflect on her own emotions and experiences. The poem was meant for herself as a form of self-expression and healing. When Anna accidentally found the poem, she was deeply moved by its emotional depth.

Judge: Anna was moved by Mary’s poem for her.

The local gym offered free fitness classes for a month to attract new members. Many people signed up for the classes, and some even joined the gym afterward. The promotion was considered a success.

Judge: The gym’s new members joined because of the free fitness classes.

Peter is a songwriter who often writes songs about his personal life. He composed a song of his own achievements. John, a multilingual friend of Peter, translated the song into another language to help Peter share his story with an international audience.

Judge: John translated Peter’s song of him.

John and Peter were coworkers. John got promoted yesterday and bought himself a gift to celebrate. Peter found out and was shocked because John rarely spent money on anything beyond the basics. The gift turned out to be an expensive watch, which made Peter even more surprised.

Judge: Peter was surprised at John’s gift for him.

Anna and Mary decided to start a book club with their friends. They met every month to discuss a new book and share their thoughts. The book club became a popular activity, and many of their friends joined over time.

Judge：Anna and Mary’s book club only discussed non-fiction books.

Mary and Anna were neighbors who often read books together and shared their thoughts on different authors. Before Mary moved away, she wrote a poem capturing their memorable experiences together. When Anna received the poem as a farewell gift, she was deeply moved by its heartfelt words.

Judge: Anna was moved by Mary’s poem for her.

John and Peter decided to take up gardening as a hobby. They planted a variety of flowers, vegetables, and herbs in their backyard. Over the summer, their garden flourished, and they enjoyed sharing the produce with their neighbors.

Judge: John and Peter’s gardening efforts resulted in a thriving garden.

Peter and John were learning to play guitar. Peter composed a song of his own experiences, describing how he himself had overcome stage fright. John listened to it and was puzzled because Peter had always seemed confident.

Judge: John was puzzled by Peter’s song of him.

Peter wrote a song of John's life, highlighting his kindness and generosity. John, who is fluent in multiple languages, translated Peter’s song into Spanish to share it with a wider audience.

Judge: John translated Peter’s song of him.

John and Peter went on a fishing trip last summer. They rented a boat and spent the entire day on the lake. By the end of the trip, they had caught several large fish and decided to cook them for dinner. It was a memorable experience for both of them.

Judge:John and Peter rented a car for their fishing trip.

Peter and John were part of a book club. Peter published a blog post about his secret passion for astronomy. It turned out that Peter developed this passion since a young age. John was intrigued because Peter had never mentioned any interest in stars.

Judge:John was intrigued by Peter’s blog post about him.

Anna and Mary were sisters who often argued over small things, like who got to use the car or what to watch on TV. However, they always supported each other during difficult times, like when Anna lost her job or Mary went through a breakup.

Judge: Anna and Mary’s relationship was built on mutual support.

Anna is a well-known public figure who has inspired many people through her work. Mary, a close friend of Anna, was invited to give a speech at a conference, and she chose to speak about Anna's life and impact. After the event, Anna, who was in the audience, commented on Mary's speech.

Judge: Anna commented on Mary’s speech about her.

The city announced plans to build a new sports center, which will include a swimming pool, tennis courts, and a gym. The project is expected to be completed within two years. Many residents are excited about the new facilities, but some are concerned about the cost.

Judge: The sports center will only include a swimming pool.

Peter wrote a book about John's life, detailing his achievements and struggles. John, who runs a publishing company, published Peter’s book because he believed the book could inspire others who faced similar challenges.

Judge: John published Peter’s book about him.

John and Peter participated in a charity run to raise money for a local hospital. They trained for weeks and managed to complete the race in under two hours. Their efforts helped raise a significant amount of money for the cause.

Judge: John and Peter’s training for the charity run was minimal.

Mary wrote a story based on Anna's childhood, capturing her adventures and challenges. When Anna read it, she was surprised at how accurately Mary had portrayed her life.

Judge:Anna was surprised at Mary’s story about her.

Mary is a talented poet who often writes about her personal life. She composed a heartfelt poem about her own struggles. Anna, a fellow poet and mentor, read the poem and was impressed by its honesty and depth. She recommended it to a literary magazine.

Judge: Anna recommended Mary’s poem of her.

Anna and Mary volunteered at a local animal shelter every weekend. They helped clean the facilities, feed the animals, and organize adoption events. Their efforts made a significant difference, and many animals found new homes because of their work.

Judge: Anna and Mary only volunteered at the shelter once a month.

Peter wanted to create something special for his own upcoming birthday, so he painted a self-portrait. He proudly showed the portrait to his friend John. However, John immediately noticed several flaws in the painting. John pointed out the issues directly, criticizing the composition, colors, and overall message of the painting.

Judge: John criticized Peter’s painting for him.

Peter and John joined a singing club. Peter wrote a song of John’s journey as a marathon runner. When John read it, he was puzzled because the details were unexpectedly accurate.

Judge:John was puzzled by Peter’s song of him.

Tom and Sarah had a tradition of cooking breakfast together every Sunday. They would try new recipes and chat about their plans for the week. These mornings were a special time for them to relax and enjoy each other’s company.

Judge: Tom and Sarah’s Sunday breakfasts were a meaningful tradition.

Mary is a writer and public speaker who often shares stories about her own life experiences. At a recent event, she delivered a powerful speech about her personal journey and challenges. Anna, a friend and of Mary, attended the event and later commented on Mary's speech, praising its honesty and depth.

Judge: Anna commented on Mary’s speech about her.

Mary and Anna are good friends. Anna showed Mary some photos from her vacation. One of the pictures was a shot of Anna standing on a cliff. Mary was surprised because Anna had always been afraid of heights.

Judge:Mary was surprised at Anna’s photo of her.

John and Peter had been friends for so long that they could often predict each other’s thoughts. They didn’t need to say much to understand how the other was feeling, which made their friendship very comfortable.

Judge: John and Peter’s friendship was built on deep understanding.

Peter had painted a portrait of John as a gift for his birthday. However, John, who is very particular about art, felt that the painting didn't capture his likeness accurately. He criticized the flaws in the painting, hoping Peter could improve it.

Judge: John criticized Peter’s painting for him.

Anna and Mary started a small online business selling handmade jewelry. They designed unique pieces and promoted them through social media. Within a few months, their business grew, and they received orders from customers across the country.

Judge: Anna and Mary’s jewelry business expanded over time.

Peter had led an extraordinary life, filled with adventures and challenges. He decided to document his journey in a book. When he finished writing, he approached John, a publisher. John was immediately captivated by Peter's narrative and published it.

Judge: John published Peter’s book about him.

Mark and his friends went camping in the forest. They set up their tents near a river and spent the evening roasting marshmallows over a campfire. The next morning, they went hiking and saw a variety of wildlife. They returned home tired but happy.

Judge: Mark and his friends stayed in a cabin during their trip.

Mary organized a surprise birthday party for Anna, inviting all of their close friends. However, Anna had to travel unexpectedly for work and couldn't attend the event. She felt terrible about missing the party.

Judge: Anna missed Mary’s party for her.

Mary and Anna were writing memoirs. Mary shared a story about her childhood adventures climbing trees. Anna was surprised because Mary had never mentioned these experiences before.

Judge: Anna was surprised at Mary’s story about her.

The company introduced flexible working hours for its employees last year. Many workers reported feeling less stressed and more productive. As a result, employee satisfaction has increased significantly.

Judge: The increase in employee satisfaction was due to the introduction of flexible working hours.

Mary and Anna were traveling together. Anna took a picture of Mary while they were at the park, capturing her as she smiled at the camera. Mary hadn’t seen it yet. Anna showed it to Mary later and Mary was surprised.

Judge: Mary was surprised at Anna’s photo of her.

The bakery on Main Street is famous for its freshly baked bread. Every morning, the smell of bread fills the air, attracting customers from all over town. The bakery also offers a variety of pastries and cakes. Recently, they introduced a new line of gluten-free products.

Judge：The bakery’s gluten-free products have been available for years.

John and Peter were close friends. John spent weeks preparing a surprise gift for Peter’s birthday, carefully choosing something he knew Peter would love. When Peter received the gift from John, he was amazed because he hadn’t expected anything so thoughtful.

Judge: Peter was surprised at John’s gift for him.

Mary had been planning her own farewell party for weeks, as she was moving to another city. Anna, who was supposed to attend, got caught in a traffic jam and arrived too late. She apologized to Mary for missing the party.

Judge: Anna missed Mary’s party for her.

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