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Wersja A
49. Olimpiada Języka Angielskiego (2024/2025)
ETAP OKRĘGOWY
Zadanie 1
Przeczytaj zdania i uzupełnij brakujące litery w wyrazach. Wymagana jest pełna poprawność
ortograficzna wpisywanych wyrazów.
Przykład: She asked for a(n) _ _ e _ _ _ i _ type of flower for her bouquet.
Prawidłowa odpowiedź: SPECIFIC (Należy ją wpisać do karty odpowiedzi.)
1. The bookstore had a(n) _ _ e _ _ o _ _ of books on every subject imaginable, from science
fiction to cooking.
2. Regular _ _ i _ _ _ _ a _ _ _ of the car, including oil changes and tyre rotations, is essential
to keep it running smoothly.
3. The CEO didn’t understand he was _ _ _ o _ _ _ a _ _ _ for the company’s financial losses.
4. The company decided to _ m _ _ _ _ e _ _ a new software system to improve productivity
across all departments.
5. The runner gained _ o _ _ n _ _ _ in the final lap, surging ahead of his competitors to win
the race.
6. In literature, the arrival of a mysterious stranger often acts as a h _ _ _ i _ _ e _ of change,
suggesting that the protagonist’s life will soon be disrupted.
7. When he arrived at the reunion in a limousine and designer suit, his old classmates found his
arrival a bit too o _ _ _ _ _ a _ _ o _ _ , as if he wanted everyone to remember his success.
8. The artist’s studio was filled with various r _ _ _ _ _ a _ _ e _ for brushes, paints, and tools, each
one labeled to keep the space tidy and functional.
9. The artist's use of esoteric symbolism in his paintings intrigued critics but left casual viewers
_ _ w _ _ _ e _ _ _ , as the meanings behind the images were almost impossible to discern without
prior knowledge.
10. In her role as a(n) _ _ v _ _ a _ _ for animal rights, she tirelessly campaigns against the use of
animals in testing and promotes cruelty-free alternatives.
Zadanie 2
Do każdego ze zdań poniżej utwórz słowa pochodne od wyrazów podanych w nawiasach. Wymagana
jest pełna poprawność ortograficzna wpisywanych wyrazów.
Przykład: The ______________ (SERVE) in this restaurant was absolutely appalling.
Prawidłowa odpowiedź: SERVICE (Należy ją wpisać do karty odpowiedzi.)
1. The difference between the original painting and the replica was almost ______________
(PERCEIVE) to the untrained eye.
2. The airline could not anticipate the ______________ (TEMPEST) weather that caused multiple
flight delays.
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3. The results of the experiment were ______________ (REFUTE) successful, showing no errors in
any of the trials.
4. It was very ______________ (CONSIDER) of him to talk loudly on the phone in the quiet library,
disturbing everyone around him.
5. The new law aims to improve ______________ (ACCESS) to public transport for people with
disabilities.
6. The documentary aimed to ______________ (LUCID) the mysteries surrounding the ancient
civilization by combining archaeological evidence with expert commentary.
7. The project has been delayed ______________ (DEFINE) due to a lack of resources and an
unclear timeline.
8. The historian ______________ (SUBSTANCE) her argument by referencing primary sources,
such as letters and diaries from the time period she was studying.
9. The fortress was known for its ______________ (PENETRATE), with walls so thick that no
enemy could break through.
10. In an effort to ______________ (MYSTIQUE) the process of financial planning, the advisor used
simple language and real-life examples to show clients how they could manage their investments
more effectively.
Zadanie 3
Wykorzystując słowa klucze zapisane drukowanymi literami, uzupełnij luki w zdaniach, aby zachować
sens zdania wyjściowego. W każdą lukę możesz wpisać maksymalnie 6 wyrazów, wliczając w to wyraz
już podany. Nie zmieniaj form słów-kluczy. Wymagana jest pełna poprawność gramatyczna
i ortograficzna wpisywanych fragmentów zdań. Formy skrócone (np. I’m) liczą się jako dwa wyrazy.
Przykład: If I were you, I would do a differently.
SHOES
If I were __________ , I would do it differently.
Prawidłowa odpowiedź: in your shoes (Należy ją wpisać do karty odpowiedzi.)
1. Banksy's latest masterpiece, which had materialized overnight on the city's most prominent wall
by the river, was erased suddenly mere hours after its discovery.
THIN
Banksy's latest masterpiece, which had materialized overnight on the city's most prominent wall
by the river, ________________ mere hours after its discovery.
2. His statements during the press conference were carefully phrased to avoid controversy, but he
was far from implying support for the decision, as he made a point to stress his belief in alternative
solutions that could better address the underlying issues without causing disruption.
WAY
His statements during the press conference were carefully phrased to avoid controversy, but
________________ imply support for the decision, as he made a point to stress his belief in
alternative solutions that could better address the underlying issues without causing disruption.
3. In the wake of the global economic downturn, even the most affluent members of society were
compelled to reduce their spending, forsaking luxuries they had once taken for granted.
BELTS
In the wake of the global economic downturn, even the most affluent members of society were
compelled to ________________ , forsaking luxuries they had once taken for granted.
4. Despite the team's best efforts, they were unable to secure the contract with the client.
TRY
________________ , the team failed to secure the contract with the client.
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5. John's views on climate change differed so much from those of his father, leading to frequent
arguments at family dinners.
ODDS
John's views on climate change ________________ , leading to frequent arguments at family
dinners.
6. One cannot possibly argue that the global transition to renewable energy sources, while essential
for addressing the urgent threat of climate change, will also present significant economic, social,
and political challenges.
THERE
________________ that the global transition to renewable energy sources, while essential for
addressing the urgent threat of climate change, will also present significant economic, social, and
political challenges.
7. The well-meaning but socially awkward diplomat embarrassed himself by sharing an
inappropriate joke during delicate negotiations, and his ill-timed attempt at humour inadvertently
offended the host nation's cultural sensibilities.
FOOT
The well-meaning but socially awkward diplomat ________________ during delicate
negotiations, and his ill-timed attempt at humour inadvertently offended the host nation's cultural
sensibilities.
8. Don't you think they ought to check the weather forecast before going on the hike?
BETTER
________________ the weather forecast before going on the hike?
9. Through her groundbreaking research and charismatic appearances in the media, the young
astrophysicist became very well-known in scientific circles, her theories challenging long-held
beliefs about the nature of dark matter and inspiring a new generation of scientists.
NAME
Through her groundbreaking research and charismatic appearances in the media, the young
astrophysicist ________________ in scientific circles, her theories challenging long-held beliefs
about the nature of dark matter and inspiring a new generation of scientists.
10. The local community members, deeply concerned about the environmental impact of the new
development project, showed passion protesting against their exclusion from the public
consultation phase, demanding a more transparent and inclusive planning process.
OBJECTED
The local community members, deeply concerned about the environmental impact of the new
development project, ________________ from the public consultation phase, demanding a more
transparent and inclusive planning process.
Zadanie 4
W każdym ze zdań poniżej znajduje się luka. Wybierz jedną odpowiedź, która najlepiej pasuje do
każdego zdania. Weź pod uwagę zarówno znaczenie, jak i gramatykę.
1. That designer handbag cost her ______________ , but she couldn’t resist buying it.
A) a pittance C) a bucketful
B) a bombshell D) a bundle
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2. Businesses often use their company name or a variation of it as their X ______________
to maintain consistency across social media platforms and enhance brand visibility.
A) profile C) address
B) handle D) tag
3. She planned her planting schedule by the phases of the moon, believing that ______________
as the moon waxed would grow strong and healthy, while those planted as the moon waned would
struggle to thrive.
A) seeds sewing C) seeds sowing
B) seeds sewn D) seeds sown
4. This is the last time ______________ to help him move, as each time has turned into a much
bigger project than he originally described.
A) I agree C) I have agreed
B) I agreed D) I am agreeing
5. Among fans, ______________ that the director’s cut of the movie contains an alternate ending,
one that drastically changes the fate of the main characters.
A) rumour has it C) rumour spreads
B) it is a rumour D) they rumour
6. She declined the invitation to the prestigious ______________ caused quite a stir among her
colleagues and friends.
A) event which C) event that
B) event, which D) event, what
7. If they had invested in real estate ten years ago, they ______________ comfortably without
financial worries today.
A) are living C) would have been living
B) would be living D) would have lived
8. When the team finally finishes their groundbreaking research, ____________ that their findings
will reshape the field in ways they could never have anticipated.
A) so little will they realize C) little will they realize
B) will they realize little D) they will realize little
9. Not until _____________ all the relevant data and completed our analysis __________ definitive
conclusions about the experiment's effectiveness.
A) we had gathered / we could make C) have we gathered / we can make
B) we have gathered / can we make D) will we have gathered / can we make
10. If the shipment ________ damaged, the packaging process ___________ less secure than the
company claimed.
A) arrives / had to have been C) arrives / must have been
B) had arrived / must have been D) arrived / must have been
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Zadanie 5
Przeczytaj pytania dotyczące elementów wiedzy o krajach anglojęzycznych i wybierz prawidłowe
odpowiedzi. W każdym z pytań tylko jedna odpowiedź jest prawidłowa.
1. The words “Proclaim LIBERTY Throughout all the Land unto all the Inhabitants Thereof” from
the Book of Leviticus can be found ______________
A) in the Preamble to the United States Constitution.
B) on the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
C) on a plaque at Mount Rushmore National Memorial.
D) on the Statue of Liberty in New York City.
2. Which universities belong to the Ivy League?
A) MIT, Stanford, Johns Hopkins, Chicago, and Harvard.
B) MIT, Chicago, Cornell, Princeton, and Yale.
C) Brown, Columbia, Cornell, Harvard, and Yale.
D) Brown, Dartmouth College, MIT, and Stanford.
3. Yoknapatawpha is the name of ______________
A) an important river in American folklore stories.
B) a fictional county created by William Faulkner.
C) a Native American tribe located in Oklahoma.
D) a historic battle site during the Civil War.
4. Which fact about Hamilton: An American Musical is true?
A) Lin-Manuel Miranda wrote it in only three days, completing the entire script in a marathon
session.
B) The musical was first performed in London’s West End, not on Broadway.
C) The role of Alexander Hamilton was originally played by Hugh Jackman in the Broadway
production.
D) It won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 2016 for its unique combination of hip-hop and
American history.
5. The Appalachian Mountains are ______________
A) one of the oldest mountain ranges in the world.
B) the highest mountain range in North America.
C) home to deserts as well as dry, arid climate.
D) nearly one thousand miles long over five states.
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49. Olimpiada Języka Angielskiego
(2024/2025)
ETAP OKRĘGOWY
KARTA ODPOWIEDZI (wersja A)
Imię i nazwisko:_________________________________________ pieczątka szkoły
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