Karen Dyer Dave Harwood

Practice Tests with key

Eight Complete Practice Tests
for the Cambridge ESOL First Certificate in English

Ш Suitable for paper-and-pen and computer-based tests

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 Contents

FCE Exam O v e rvie w .........................................4 Test 5

Paper 1: Reading .........................................104
Test 1 Paper 2: W r itin g ...........................................110
Paper 1: Reading .............................................6 Paper 3: Use o f E n glish...............................114
Tips for stu d e n ts .......................................12 Paper 4: Listening .......................................119
Paper 2: W riting ...........................................14 Paper 5: Speaking .......................................123
Tips for stu d e n ts .......................................18
Paper 3: Use o f English ...............................20 Test 6
Tips for stu d e n ts .......................................25 Paper 1: R e a d in g .........................................126
Paper 4: Listening .........................................27 Paper 2: W riting .........................................132
Tips for s tu d e n ts .........................................31 Paper 3: Use o f English .............................136
Paper 5: Speaking .........................................33 Paper 4: Listening .......................................141
Tips for stu d e n ts .......................................36 Paper 5: Speaking .................... ' ................ 145

Test 2 Test 7
Paper 1: Reading ...........................................38 Paper 1: R e a d in g .........................................148
Paper 2: W riting ...........................................44 Paper 2: W riting .........................................154
Paper 3: Use o f English ...............................48 Paper 3: Use o f English .............................158
Paper 4: Listening .........................................53 Paper 4: Listening .......................................163
Paper 5: Speaking .........................................57 Paper 5: Speaking .......................................167

Test 3 Test 8
Paper 1: Reading ...........................................60 Paper 1: Reading .........................................170
Paper 2: W riting ...........................................66 Paper 2: W riting .........................................176
Paper 3: Use o f E n glish.................................70 Paper 3: Use o f English ............................ 180
Paper 4: Listening .........................................75 Pape*- 4; Listening .......................................185
Paper 5: Speaking .........................................79 Paper 5: Speaking .......................................189

Test 4 Visual materials for Paper 5 .................... 193

Paper 1: Reading ...........................................82 Useful expressions.......................................217
Paper 2: W riting ...........................................88 Phrasal verbs list .........................................220
Paper 3: Use o f English ...............................92 Score s h e e ts .................................................222
Paper 4: Listening .........................................97 Answer k e y s .................................................224
Paper 5: Speaking .......................................101 Recording s c rip ts .........................................231
There are five Papers in the Cambridge ESOL FCE examination: Reading, W riting, Use o f English, Listening, Speaking.
Each part is worth 20% of the total marks which are added together to determine the final grade.
Passing Grades: Grade A (80% and above) Grade В (75% to 79%) Grade С (60% to 74%)
Failing Grades: Grade D (55% to 59%) Grade E (54% and below)

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PAPER 1 READING 1 hour I
Num ber o f I
Part Task type and focus Form at questions
i Multiple choice. I A text followed by four-option
Detail, opinion, gist, attitude, tone, purpose, main idea, multiple-choice questions.
1 8
meaning from context, text organisation features
(exemplification, comparison, reference).
Gapped text. A text from which sentences have
Text structure, cohesion and coherence. I been removed and placed in jumbled
2 order after the text. Candidates must 7
decide from where in the text the
sentences have been removed.
Multiple matching. A text or several short texts prec eded
Specific information, detail, opinion and attitude. by multiple-matching questions.
3 15
Candidates must match prompts to
elements in the text.

PAPER 2 WRITING 8 0 m inutes

Number of
Part Task type and focus Form at ; tasks and length
Question 1 Candidates are required to deal 1 compulsory
Writing a letter or email. with input material of up to 160 task
Focus on advising, apologising, comparing, describing, words. This may include material 120-150
explaining, expressing opinions, justifying, persuading, taken from advertisements, extracts words
recommending and suggesting. from letters, emails, schedules, etc.
Question 2-4 A situationally based writing task One task to be
Writing one of the following: an article, an essav, specified in no more than 70 words. selected from a
a letter, a report, a review, a story. choice of five.
Question 5 120-180 words
(Question 5 has two options)
W riting one of the following, based on one of two
prescribed reading texts: an article, an essay, a letter, a
report, a review.
Various focuses according to the task, including:
advising, comparing, describing, explaining, expressing
opinions, justifying, recommending.

PAPER 3 USE OF ENGLISH I 45 minutes !

Form at Num ber o f

Part Task type and focus questions
j Multiple-choice cloze, i A modified cloze test containing 12
1 j Lexical / lexico-grammatical. gaps and followed by 12 four-option 12
multiple-choice items.
Open cloze. A modified cloze text containing 12
2 12
Grammatical / lexico-grammatical. gaps.
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Task type and focus ! Num ber o f

Part Form at questions
Word formation. A text containing 10 gaps. Each gap
Lexical / lexico-grammatical. I corresponds to a word. The stems of
3 the missing words are given beside 10
I the text and must be changed to
form the missing word.
Key word transformations. : Eight separate items, each with a
Lexical and grammatical. lead-in sentence and a gapped
4 second sentence to be completed in 8
two to five words, one of which is a
I given ‘key word!

PAPER 4 LISTENING ! 40 minutes

Part Task type and focus Form at I Num ber o f

questions
Multiple choice. A series of short unrelated extracts,
General gist, detail, function, purpose, attitude, of approximately 30 seconds each,
opinion, relationship, topic, place, situation, genre, from monologues or exchanges
1 8
agreement, etc. between interacting speakers. There
is one multiple-choice question per
text, each with three options.
Sentence completion. A monologue or text involving
Detail, specific information, stated opinion. interacting speakers and lasting
approximately 3 minutes.
2 10
Candidates are required to complete
the sentences with information
heard on the recording.
Multiple matching. Five short related monologues, of
General gist, detail, function, purpose, attitude, approximately 30 seconds each. The
3 opinion, relationship, topic, place, situation, genre, multiple-matching questions require 5
agreerrer ~( etc. selection of the correct option from
a list of six.
Multiple choice. A monologue or text involving
Opinion, attitude, g's:, ^ a ^ 'cea, specific information. interacting speakers and lasting
4 approximately 3 minutes. There are 7
seven multiple-choice questions,
eac^ ',vtn th'ee options.

PAPER 5 SPEAKING I 14 minutes

Part Task type and focus Format Timing
A conversation between the interlocutor ar c ea:^ Ge^e'a Interactional and social
1 3 minutes
candidate (spoken questions). a'-g.age.
An individual 'long turn’ for each candidate witn a c'e* Organising a larger unit of discourse;
2 response from the second candidate. In turn, the comparing, describing, expressing 4 minutes
candidates are given a pair of photographs to talk aboui. opinions.
A two-way conversation between the candidates. Sjstaining an interaction;
The candidates are given spoken instructions with exchanging ideas, expressing and
written and visual stimuli, which are used in a justifying opinions, agreeing and / or
3 3 minutes
decision-making task. disagreeing, suggesting, speculating,
evaluating, reaching a decision
through negotiation, etc.
A discussion on topics related to the collaborative Expressing and justifying opinions,
4 4 minutes
task (spoken questions). agreeing and / or disagreeing.

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TEST 1 PAPER 1: READING P a r ti (questions 1-8)

Part 1

You are going to read an article written by a young pianist. For questions 1-8 choose the answer
(А, В, С or D) which you think fits best according to the text.

Mark your answers on the sep arate an sw er sheet.

Berrak: A pianist
I started playing the piano when I was four years old. My mother thought it would be a good outlet for
positive childish energy and I was really into it; it was exciting. It was something different and I had
much more time to practise then. The first time I performed in front of an audience was when I was
five years old and I loved it. I went on a summer camp run by my piano teachers at the time and at
the end of the week we all got up and played a piece. At that age I was unaware of any of the pressure
associated with performing live so it just felt nice to have people concentrating on my playing and I
liked the applause and attention. Now I perform regularly, often in front of large audiences, and I still
really enjoy it.

I always knew I wanted to be a pianist and never thought I would do anything else. In that respect I
felt different from my friends when I went to school; they all thought they wanted to become teachers
or doctors and things like that and I just knew I would be a pianist but it didn’t feel strange. Finding
time to play and practise wasn’t a problem at school until my last few years when the pressure of
exams and things was hard, but generally I would choose to practise instead of doing homework. It
always felt like schoolwork got in the way of playing the piano rather than the other way around.
Unfortunately I was never given any special allowances or extended deadlines though. After I finished
school I went on to study a degree in music and now I’m studying a Masters degree in
accompaniment.

A typical day now involves a couple of hours practice in the morning before going into college and
attending classes. I spend a lot of time in the library listening to music, trying to learn and become
familiar with new pieces of music. One downside to choosing to study and pursue a career in music
is that you end up spending hours and hours by yourself. However. I also try to spend time at college
line 22 meeting other people and networking. The more musicians I know the more likely I am to be asked to
play for others. ^The more I play the better known I become anc m the music business it’s all about
recognition and getting your name out there. It's important to get involved in as many performances
as possible and take part in competitions so that as many people as possible see you perform and
know who you are. It’s a very competitive industry. Ultimately, if I am asked to play and get given a job
it means that someone else loses work and sometimes it feels like a constant battle. You can’t help
being drawn into an artificial world where you are constantly comparing yourself to others and are
always worried about what others think of your performances. In the real world outside of college your
audience is much wider.

I chose to get involved in accompaniment because as much as I love playing the piano I also enjoy
working with others. And working as an accompanist is a good way of doing that. There are also more
job opportunities as although there is still a lot of competition other performers will always need good
accompanists, so there is more demand. I really enjoy performing with other people because there’s
an even greater sense of achievement when you are both on form and a piece comes out amazingly.

To follow a career in music you have to have a real passion for it as unfortunately it’s not a very secure
path and it’s not usually very well paid. Having said that, the real positive side is that I am doing
something I love; it’s not just a subject to study. I love everything associated with music and performing
and it’s what I do every day.
 TEST 1 PAPER 1: READING P a r ti (questions 1-8)

1 How did Berrak feel about playing the piano when she was very young?
A She really enjoyed it.
В She only did it because her mother wanted her to.
С She didn’t like the fact she had to practice a lot.
D She felt strange and different from her friends.

2 How did she feel the first time she performed in front of an audience?
A nervous and under pressure
В strange because everyone was looking at her
С happy and relaxed
D She was concentrating so much on playing she didn’t notice the audience.

3 W hy did Berrak feel different from her friends when she was at school?
A Because the teachers gave her less homework.
В Because her friends didn't know what career they wanted to follow.
С Because she was the only one who wanted to become a musician.
D Because she found the pressure of exams less stressful.

4 W hy does she say it is important to meet and talk to other musicians at her college?
A Because the music industry is very sociable and it’s important to have lots of friends.
В Because she feels lonely after spending so much time by herself.
С Because other musicians in the college are very supportive of each other.
D Because it increases her possibilities of being asked to perform.

5 W hen she says in line 22 that ‘in the music business it’s all about recognition and getting
your name out there’ what does she mean?
A It’s important that people know who she is when they see her photograph.
В It’s important that lots of people know what she does and know her name.
C Her nam e is more important than the way she plays.
D Her nam e needs to be easy for people to recognise and remember.
v
6 W hy does the college environment often feel like a constant battle?
A Because there isn’t enough work for everyone.
В Because she doesn’t get on with the other students there.
С Because there are lots of competitions.
D Because the teachers are always comparing the students and deciding who is better.

7 W hy did Berrak decide to go into accompaniment?

A Because she thinks it can be more challenging.
В Because it’s better paid.
С Because she can achieve more and become more well-known.
D Because she likes working as part of a team.

8 W hat does she say is the best thing about studying and pursuing a career in music?
A She could become rich and famous.
В There are lots of job opportunities.
С She spends all her time doing something she loves.
D She finds it an easy subject.

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 TEST 1 PAPER 1: READING Part 2 (questions 9-15)

Part 2

You are going to read an article by retired lawyer and keen cook John Griffiths. Seven sentences
have been removed from the article. Choose from the sentences A-H the one which fits each gap (9-
15). There is one extra sentence which you do not need to use.

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

Cooking for friends

Choosing the degree I should study for at Planning a meal for people I love is a great
university was quite difficult for me as there were pleasure. I have a vast collection of cookery
two careers that I found equally attractive: the books and I am an avid fan of many a TV chef.
law and catering. After much soul searching, I The problem I have, therefore, is choosing what
realised that whilst I could be a lawyer during the to cook from so many different possibilities. How
day and then enjoy cookery as a form of do I choose? Well, that depends very much on
relaxation, the reverse was not true. Thus, I the friends. A starting point has to be catering for
opted for a law degree and made food and wine their own likes and dislikes and trying to avoid
my number one hobby. serving them the same dishes as last time they
visited. 1 12 1 1 I don’t claim to be anything
I have never regretted this decision. Working as other than an enthusiastic amateur but quite a
a lawyer provided a good living and allowed me few friends appear to be daunted by the prospect
enough spare time to indulge myself by enjoying of cooking for me. They seem to think that some
some very fine food and wines at many superb of the food I produce is better than they can do
restaurants. I 9 A life in catering would and, not wanting to appear to be a show-off or to
have meant that I would always have been overwhelm them, I sometimes hold back and
working when my friends were playing and vice cook something simpler than the more
versa. The hours that have to be worked by adventurous fare I might really have wanted to
chefs are quite ridiculous. They have to arrive at try.
their restaurant by mid-morning, at the latest, to
prepare for lunch. They work all afternoon The friends I like cooking for most of all are those
dealing with the business side of their who share the love of food and wine as much as
establishment and developing new recipes. I do and who are quite happy to reciprocate, in
Then, they must prepare for evening service grand style, when I pay them a return visit.
probably crawling into bed in the small hours of 13

the next morning feeling absolutely shattered!

I 10 I ] Generally, my cooking has become less complex
and pretentious over the years and, although I
Sharing my love of fine food and wines with good use recipe books and TV chefs as inspiration, I
friends in the relaxed atmosphere of my home tend to find that the best way of deciding what to
has more than compensated for not owning a cook is to see what is available when I do the
restaurant. I 11 I 1Being a professional chef shopping. Years ago, I would have retired early
probably would have meant that, by now, I would to bed with a great heap of books around me,
be sick of the sight of food, much as I am ploughing through them trying to find recipes that
completely turned off by the merest mention of would be seasonal, suitable and impressive only
anything to do with the law! to find that, when I visited the shops, many of the
ingredients I needed were either unavailable or
not very good.

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 FiJE P ra c tic e T e s ts

TEST 1 PAPER 1: READING Part 2 (questions 9-15)

Nowadays, I tend to do the reverse: what I cook At the end of a meal there is nothing better than
is controlled by what I have been able to buy. settling down with a strong espresso and a dish
I 14 I l I might have had one or two vague of the very best chocolates. The very best of
ideas but, more often than not, I am scrabbling friends can norm ally provide entertaining
through pages of recipes trying to find something conversation but, to me, the finest compliment I
new to do with some scallops, a leg of lamb and can be paid is that they aren’t afraid of gently
a punnet of raspberries. I nearly always buy nodding off. It shows that they feel satisfied,
some creme fraiche, a bunch of coriander and relaxed and happy as a result of my efforts!
some seasonal vegetables. My store cupboard
is pretty good and I can usually find all the spices
I need, together with onions, garlic, chillies and
boring stuff like flour, butter and so on.
I 15 I 1 I strongly believe that if you have
good ingredients you will be able to turn out
something worth eating.

A How do you fit a decent social life into E It is not unusual for me to simply make
that sort of existence? everything up as I go along!

В The choices I make depend not only F It is one of the great joys of my life and
on the w ines that might best cooking has remained fun.
complement the food but also upon
the preferences of my guests. G This means that, very often, I don’t
know what I am giving my friends until
С However, it was the luxury of having a few hours before they arrive.
the time to cook for friends at home
that underlined the good sense of the H For these friends, I like to pull out all
decision I had made. the stops!

D Another factor is their attitude to their

own cooking skills.

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 TEST 1 PAPER 1: READING Part 3 (questions 16-30)

Part 3

You are going to read an article in which five people talk about why they enjoy camping. For
questions 16-30 choose from the people (A-E). The people may be chosen more than once. When
more than one answer is required they may be given in any order.

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

Which person or people:

likes being in the open air surrounded by wildlife? I 16 I I

gives some advice on things you should take with you? I 17 I .1

gives an example of people working together to solve a difficult situation? 1 18 1

is looking for variety when he/she goes on holiday? 1 19 1 1

doesn’t want to meet the people he/she works with when on holiday? | 20 |

mentions something you can’t do on campsites? 121 1

has enjoyed camping for many years? I 22 | |

likes to make last-minute decisions about where to go on holiday? I 23 1124 | |

talks about making friends while staying at campsites? 25 11 26 | J

mentions a possible problem when arriving at campsites? 127 1 1

says they can’t choose when they go away on holiday? 128 | |

has been to the same campsite more than once? 129 | |

sees price as a main priority? | 30 |

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 TEST 1 PAPER 1: READING Part 3 (questions 16-30)

The Joys of Camping

Camping has been a popular choice for holiday accommodation for a long time but it seems that now
its popularity is on the increase. Kate Reilly speaks to 5 dedicated campers and finds out why they
prefer to pitch their tents or park their camper vans rather than stay in hotels or rent apartments.

A Ben: a teacher D Eli and Catriona: doctor and medical

For Ben the most important thing is to find a cheap researcher
and affordable option during the busy school Eli and Catriona explain why camping is the
holidays. ‘Because I have to go away during the perfect holiday for families. ‘We used to go
peak season when all the schools are on holiday camping when we were much younger, before we
it’s often difficult to find cheap hotel deals or had children and loved it but now we have the boys
holidays flats for rent,’ he explains. In addition to it makes even more sense. There are so many
this he enjoys the flexibility camping offers. ‘I’m not child-friendly campsites with swimming pools and
that good at planning ahead and like to be special activities for kids. It’s so nice for them to
spontaneous with my travel plans. The fact that it’s have lots of space to run around in and other
not usually necessary to pre-book to stay at a children to play with. It also means we have time to
campsite suits me very well. I also like that I can go ourselves to really relax. We’ve actually been to
away to more obscure and remote places and get the same campsite for 2 years in a row now as we
away from the students I spend all year in the all had such a good time there the first year. The
classroom with. boys are still in touch with friends they made there
last year so we might well go back again this year

В Cathy: finance director

Cathy is looking for a contrast from her stressful E Melissa and Stefano: salon manager and
working life when she goes on holiday. She says. marketing director
‘I love being outside and the freedom camping For Melissa and Stefano it’s the friendly
offers. I spend all day in the office when I'm at work atmosphere that means they keep going back to
and have to be very organised to meet tight campsites year after year. ‘We’ve travelled around
deadlines, so when I'm on holiday I like to be in the the whole of Europe in our campervan and every
fresh air and be able to do exactly what I want year we meet so many interesting people and
when I want; camping is perfect for that. Of course make friends with people from all over the world.
there are some rules you have to respect like Everyone is always so helpful when you stay on a
you’re not allowed to make noise after 11 or 12 at campsite. If you need to borrow something like
night but I like that. I love going to sleep listening matches your neighbours will always help you out.
to the insects in the trees or the waves on the One year we got the back wheels of the
campervan stuck in the sand and it took ten of our
new neighbours to help push it out. Everyone
С Matt: IT engineer came rushing over to help as soon as they saw
Matt likes to spend his holiday seeing lots of there was a problem and most of us didn’t even
different places. ‘I’m a restless person so when I speak the same language. It was a wonderful
go away on holiday I don’t like to be tied down to feeling; you don’t get that in hotels.’
one place; camping means you can stay for two
nights in one place then pack up the tent, jump in
the car and stay somewhere else for the next night
or two and so on with no need to book ahead. It’s
a great way to see lots of different places in a short
period of time.’ He also points out that, ‘You
obviously need a car to really be able to make the
most of your time and make sure you have a good
map and a good up-to-date campsite guide with
clear directions to help you find the different
campsites. Campsites are often not well
signposted and there is nothing more frustrating
than driving around for hours looking for a
campsite when you’d rather be relaxing on the

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 Tips for students
Part 1, pages 6-7
TEST 1 PAPER 1: READING f TEST 1 PAPER 1; READING I

Multiple choice
In this part you are being tested on your
general understanding o f the text and some o f Berrak: A pianist

the specific detailed inform ation it includes. You

are also being tested on your skills o f working
out the meaning o f words and phrases from the
context as well as how well you understand
referencing; th a t is using words like 'it' and
'that' to refer to people or things. With m ultiple
choice questions it is im portant to read the
whole answer and not only look at individual
words. Identify the part o f the text which gives
you the answer and underline it. Think about
synonyms for words in the text and ways to
explain the same inform ation in different
words. Finally remember there are often
distracter answers which may contain words from the text but incorrect inform ation, for example, sometimes the answers say the
opposite to the text but contain some o f the same words.

1 W hat could be a synonym fo r 'enjoy? W hat does she say exactly about her m other in the text? W hat does she say exactly
about practising? W hat does she say about it feeling strange? (This comes much later in the text, in paragraph 2)
2 Does she talk about perform ing as a positive or negative experience? W hat exactly does she say about the audience and
having people watch her play?
3 W hat does she say about homework and deadlines? W hat did her friends w ant to be? W hat does she say about exams?
4 Does she say anything about friends? Does she say she feels lonely? Which adjective in the text has a similar meaning to 'possible?
5 Does she mention photographs? From the previous sentence which explanation makes the most sense?
6 W hat does she explain im mediately before sav:ng 'it feels like a constant b a ttle ?
7 She m ight suggest all o f these answers but she o n ’y explicitly says one o f them.
8 Does she say the opposite to any o f these? Does she sav anything about her subject being easy or d ifficu lt? Which word is
in both one o f the possible answers and in the text?

Part 2, pages 8-9

TEST 1 PAPER 1: READING -

Gapped text
In this part you are being tested on how well
you understand the flo w o f a te xt and
referencing; th a t is referring to people and
things using words like 'it' and 'they'. You need
to look carefully at the sentences before and
after the gap fo r clues as well as think about
the sense o f the whole paragraph. When you
have chosen the sentence which you think
best fits each space always read through the
whole paragraph to make sure it makes sense.

9 Which sentence explains another reason

why he does not regret his decision?
10 Which sentence continues to talk about
the disadvantages o f being a professional
chef? Look fo r a reference to the life o f a chef.

II
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11 Look for a sentence th a t begins w ith this or it and refers to 'Sharing my love o f fine food and wines w ith good friends in
the relaxed atmosphere o f my home'.
12 Look for a sentence th a t fu rth e r explains how he chooses w hat to cook. Which word or expression can be used to introduce
a second reason?
13 Look fo r a sentence which continues talking about the same subject as the rest o f the paragraph.
14 Look fo r a sentence beginning w ith 'this' or 'it' which refers to the sentence before; 'w hat I cook is controlled by w hat I have
been able to buy'.
15 Try to relate this missing sentence to the one th a t comes after it.

Part 3, pages 10-11

Multiple matching
For this part o f the test you need to use
scanning skills. Read all the texts quickly to
begin w ith so you know w hat each is about
then read the questions and underline keys
words. To find the correct answer scan the
texts for the inform ation you have underlined
in the questions. When you find the
inform ation underline it so you w ill be able to
check it again easily. Look fo r synonyms and
expressions which have a similar meaning to
the words used in the question. Remember in
this part the inform ation is.somewhere in the
text; th a t is, it is not true or false or m ultiple
choice, you simply have to find it.

16 Look fo r a synonym o f 'in the open air' and an example o f 'w ildlife!
17 Look fo r an expression often used when giving advice and th in k about examples o f things th a t would be useful on a
camping holiday.
18 The key words in this question are ‘solve a d iffic u lt situation'; look fo r an example o f a problem which is solved.
19 W hat is another way o f saying variety ?
20 Look at the different people's jobs and think about the words used to describe people they m ight work w ith.
21 W hat is another way o f saying you 'can't do som ething?
22 Which text makes a reference to camping at some tim e in the past?
23 and 24 Look for expressions which have a similar meaning to 'make last-m inute decisions'
25 and 26 The key word in this question is 'friends'.
27 The key words in this question are 'problems s rriv:rG l,
28 The key words in this question are 'car 't enoose.
29 Look fo r another way o f saying 'm o re tn s r o r ce'.
30 Look fo r words associated w ith 'price'.

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TEST 1 PAPER 2: WRITING Part 1 (question 1)

Part 1

You must answer this question. Write your answer in 120-150 words in an appropriate style on the
opposite page.

1 You have recently seen this advertisement for a course you are interested in. Read the
advertisement and the notes you have made. Then write an email to the school using your
notes.

lakeside Rilling School When do

Summer Courses they start?

How long
are they?

Learn to ride in beautiful surroundings

All equipment All levels catered for
provided?

We offer child and adult riding camp programs throughout the

year. Our family riding camp weekends are a great introduction
iQ-our longer summer camp sessions. We are not highly Accommodation ?
Meals served?—
competitive. Our business is to provide competent riders who
“ appreciate and practise, with intelligence and confidence, all
''
/ aspects of sound horsemanship.
// !
Prices?

lor more information contact:

[email protected]

Write your email. You must use grammatically correct sentences with accurate spelling and
punctuation in a style appropriate for the situation.
 ms Tests

TEST 1 PAPER 2: WRITING Part 1 (question 1)

Question 1

email

To: [email protected]
Sent: 4th March
Subject: summer courses

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 TEST 1 PAPER 2: WRITING Part 2 (questions 2-5)

Part 2

Write an answer to one of the questions 2-5 in this part. Write your answer in 120-180 words in an
appropriate style on the opposite page. Put the question number in the box at the top of the page.

2 You have seen this announcement in an international student magazine.

My favourite city
We’re looking for contributors to tell us about their favourite city and tell us about
why they like it.
We will publish the best articles in our next issue.

Write your article.

3 You recently saw this announcement in an English language entertainment magazine.

We are looking for critics to help judge this year’s National Drama Award. To enter the
competition, you should submit a 250-word review of a recent film or play that you have seen.
The winning entrants will attend the Monaco Arts Festival at our expense and join a team of
professional judges in assessing the Festival productions on stage and screen. Their
reviews will also be published in the next issue of Hot Entertainment Magazine.

Write your review.

4 Your teacher has asked you to write a story for the school magazine. The story must begin
with the following words:

When Jackie eventually looked up she couldn't believe who she saw standing in front of her.

Write your story.

5 Answer one of the following two questions based on your reading of one of the set books.
Write the letter (a) or (b) as well as the number 5 in the question box on the opposite page.

(a) Write an essay describing one of the most important parts in the book and describe why
it is important.

(b) Write a brief description of the book to be published on the back cover. Give a short
description of the story and explain why readers will enjoy it.

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 ¥%Ж Practise T e s ts

TEST 1 PAPER 2: WRITING Part 2 (questions 2-5)

Question

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 Tips for students
Part 1, pages 14-15 Part 2, pages 16-17

Question 1: writing a letter or email Question 2: writing an article, an essay, a letter,

a report, a review, a story
1 Guidance:
• Begin your letter by saying why you are w riting. 2 Guidance:
• Say where you saw the advertisem ent • Give your article a title.
• Should the letter use form al or inform al language? • Try and engage the reader's atte n tio n and interest. Ask
• Try to avoid using exactly the same words th a t appear in questions at the beginning.
the notes. • There should be a link between the opening sentence and
• Make sure you have included all the points from the the title.
notes. • Personalise the article using true stories or anecdotes.
• Use an appropriate closing form ula. • If you decide to take a light-hearted approach or a more
• Decide w hat each paragraph w ill say before you start serious one, maintain the same style th ro u g h o u t the
w ritin g ; each paragraph should have a specific purpose. article.
• Imagine you are really w ritin g the letter and put yourself • Check your work fo r accuracy, punctuation and spelling.
into the w riter's position.
• Check your work fo r accuracy, punctuation and spelling. Model Answer - Article

Model Answer - Email Lisbon, a step back in time

Can you imagine, in this day and age, a city where old
Dear Sir or Madam, fashioned trams speed along beside cobbled streets and
past medieval churches? Where groups o f old men pass
I recently noticed your advertisement fo r summer riding their afternoons playing cards in the shade o f ancient
courses, which was published in The International castle walls? Well, it exists and it is the capital o f
Student Magazine and I have a few questions regarding Portugal.
the course. I first visited Lisbon after my final school exams and was
Firstly I would like to know when the courses begin and quite amazed at the beauty o f this city; it really fe lt like
also their duration. I was living in a place th a t tim e had forgotten.
I would also like to know if all the necessary equipm ent It is b uilt on seven hills but d on't let this put you off,
is provided fo r riding as I am a complete beginner and there are plenty o f ways o f climbing them if the
so do not own any such equipment. summer sun leaves you feeling lazy. There are numerous
Could you also inform ’ me o f your prices, stating trams and funiculars th a t can spirit you towards
w hether accomm odation and meals are included or if I unforgettable view points in minutes.
would have to make my own arrangements. If you're looking fo r an unforgettable holiday
Many thanks fo r your atte n tio n and I look forward to destination, I can't recommend Lisbon enough.
learning more about the summer courses you offer.
(146 words)
Yours faithfully,
3 Guidance:
David Davies • Begin w ith some basic inform ation about the film or play.
Include the genre, the director, the actors and any other
(120 words) relevant inform ation.
• Give a basic summ ary o f the plot. The present simple is
often used when relating stories, jokes and plots.
• If your review is generally positive, try and think o f
som ething th a t could have been improved. On the other
hand, if your review is generally negative, try and th in k o f
something th a t wasn't so bad. This makes the review look
more balanced.
• End your review by summing up your opinion o f the
film /p la y and recommending people to see it or not.
• Check your work fo r accuracy, punctuation and spelling.

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Model answer - Review 5 Guidance:
• As set texts questions could be reviews, reports, letters,
Up in the air essays or articles, select the most appropriate style for
Up in the air is the latest film from Juno director, Jason your answer.
Reitman. It is a d ifficu lt film to categorise; it's part • Stick to the question, avoid simply outlining the plot.
comedy, part romance, part drama. It has been nominated for • Show the examiner th a t you know the book well.
a number o f Oscars including George Clooney as Best Actor. • Don't a tte m p t to answer the question if you are asked a
Ryan Bingham (Clooney) is a businessman w ho spends question about the book th a t you hadn't considered
most o f his life in airports and hotels, in fa ct his 'home' before.
contains alm ost nothing and he spends only a few days • Check your work fo r accuracy, punctuation and spelling.
a year there. He is more com fortable travelling. Ryan's
life is upset by the arrival o f a young executive who is Model Answer (b) - Set texts
trying to reduce the travelling his job involves. During
his travels Ryan begins a romance w ith a female The Woman in White is a classic page-turner th a t w ill
executive who leads a sim ilarly rootless lifestyle. keep you reading well into the night.
The film is w onderfully cast and I'd say it was Clooney's W ritten by Wilkie Collins, it is a mystery narrated by
best performance. If I were to criticise anything, I m ignt artist W alter H a rtw rig h t and various other characters
say th a t at times the film can be a little depressing. w ithin the book. The story begins w ith Walter's late
I would recommend this film to anybody, although night meeting o f the woman dressed in white, who he
you have recently lost your job, the subject m atter rescues from a group o f men. Walter goes to work in
m ight be a bit painful. the service o f the unpleasant Mr Fairlie as a drawing
instructor and meets Mr Fairlie's niece Laura, who
(178 words) strongly resembles the mysterious woman in white.
W alter falls in love w ith Laura, but naturally there is a
4 Guidance: problem. Laura loves W alter but is engaged to Sir
• Make sure you have included the sentence from the rubric. Percival Glyde. Deceit, love and various revelations
• Include interesting or useful descriptions and explanations. emerge th a t explain the strange confinem ent o f Anne
• Use a range o f narrative tenses. Catherick w ith in an asylum. Tense adventures, villainy
• Include some dialogue in the story. and gloriously fittin g retributions are Collins's solutions.
• Check your work fo r accuracy, punctuation and spelling. The Woman in White is an essential book fo r any
student on nineteenth century fiction.
Model answer - Story
(153 words)
When Jackie eventually looked up she couldn't believe
who she saw standing in fro n t o f her.
It had been almost ten years since she had last seen him.
He didn't seem to have aged very much in th a t time,
although she could see traces o f grey in his hair. Even his
clothes were the same as she remembered them. It was as
though he had just stepped out o f a photograph.
'W hat are you doing here?' asked Jackie nervously.
‘I was looking fo r you,' he replied w ith a smile, 'and now
I've found you.'
Jackie and Ben had been friends at university and had always
talked about opening a restaurant together. After graduation
they had gone their separate ways and lost touch. And
now here they were, standing opposite each other on the
High Street outside their old university department.
Once Jackie had recovered from her surprise, Ben took
her to a restaurant round the corner and explained he
had ju st bought it and would she like to manage it. Of
course, Jackie accepted w ith great pleasure.
«►See the Useful expressions for the Writing Paper
(177 words) on page 217.
 TEST 1 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGLISH Part 1 (questions 112)

Part 1

For questions 1-12, read the text below and decide which answer (А, В, С or D) best fits each gap.
There is an example at the beginning (0).

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

Example:

0 A serious В important С growth D tragic

o A В С D
шш [=□ i= i i= i

Desperate to go to school

Truancy has become a ( 0 ) ..........problem in many schools in recent years. In an attempt to tackle
this problem one school introduced a new scheme to (1 ) ..........students to attend as many classes
as possible. Pupils who ( 2 ) ..........a 100% attendance record throughout the whole academic year
were (3) .......... with an all inclusive weekend school (4) ..........to an activity centre where they
would be able to have a go at (5 )..........activities such as climbing, abseiling and white water rafting.

One student was so (6 )......... to qualify for this free weekend away that he even went to school with
a broken wrist. He hurt his wrist when he fell (7 ) ..........his bike on the way to school but he was so
worried about ( 8 )..........his 100% attendance that he didn’t (9 )......... ... his teachers or parents until
the school day had finished. He (1 0 )......... admitted to his mother what had happened when she
(11)...... ... that he was having difficulty eating his dinner and asked him what was wrong. She took
him to hospital that night, where they put his arm in plaster and he was able to go back to school the
5
next day.

Fortunately, he was fully (1 2 )..........from his accident in time to go on the trip.

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 TEST 1 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGLISH Part 1 (questions 112)

1 A suggest В force С encourage D make

2 A succeeded В made С achieved D realised

3 A rewarded В given С won D compensated

4 A holiday В trip С travel D excursion

5 A outside В outdoor С risk D danger

6 A interested В happy С excited D keen

7 A away В down С off D over

8 A filling В maintaining С guarding D succeeding

9 A tell В say С admit D explain

10 A lastly В actually С fortunately D eventually

11 A knew В aware С looked D noticed

12 A recovered В improved С repaired D fixed

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 TEST 1 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGLISH Part 2 (questions 13 24)

Part 2

For questions 13-24, read the text below and think of the word that best fits each gap. Use only one
word in each gap. There is an example at the beginning (0).

Write your answers IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet.

Example: [o] HA V E

Thieves in the safari park

Visitors to Hampton safari park (0) .......... been warned not to enter the monkey enclosure
(1 3 )..........they have roof cases on their cars as the monkeys (1 4 )........... likely to open them and
steal the contents. The animals appear to have worked out a way (1 5 )..........unlocking the cases
by jumping on them; they even seem to (1 6 )..........working together in groups to do it.

One family said they knew they couldn’t get out of the car and so could only watch in horror
(1 7 )..........the monkeys ran (18)........... with all their holiday clothes and disappeared up trees with
everything from bikinis to shoes. One young monkey (1 9 )..........seen holding onto a child’s teddy
bear.

Keepers at the safari park said the monkeys had broken into (20) .......... than ten roof cases
(21) ...... ... the beginning of the summer holidays. (22) .......... a result they have now set up an
alternative route (2 3 )..........cars with luggage on the roof (2 4 )........... they can avoid the thieving
monkeys.

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 TEST 1 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGLISH Part 3 (questions 25 34)

Part 3

For questions 25-34 read the text below. Use the word given in capitals at the end of some of the
lines to form a word that fits in the gap in the same line. There is an example at the beginning (0).

Write your answers IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet.

Example: fol w E L L - К N 0 WN

Casablanca

Casablanca is most ( 0 ) ............. as the title of a classic film from 1942 KNOW
starring Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman. But what about the city
where this (2 5 )............. war film was set? ROMANCE

Casablanca (Spanish for white house), or Casa as it is known by those

who live there, is the largest city in Morocco with a (26) ............. of POPULATE
approximately 5 million and is the country’s (2 7 )............. capital. Rabat ECONOMY
is the political capital. Casablanca is situated in the west of Morocco on
the Atlantic coast and boasts one of the world’s largest artificial ports, a
port which was very (2 8 )............. during the Second World War. At that STRAGEGY
time there was also a large American airbase (29) ............. in SITE
Casablanca and in 1943 it was in Casablanca that a significant
conference took place where world (30) ............. met to discuss the LEAD
progress of the war.

Casablanca was (31)............. under the control of the French from 1910 FORMAL
until 1956 when Morocco gained (32)................ French influence on the DEPEND
city is (3 3 )............. in the city layout and architecture. French is also the EVIDENCE
second language after Arabic. The city now has a growing (3 4 )............. .............. TOUR
industry, although it is not as popular as other Moroccan cities like
Marrakesh and Fez.

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 TEST 1 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGLISH Part 4 (questions 35 42)

Part 4

For questions 35-42, complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first
sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given. You must use between two and
five words, including the word given. Here is an example (0).

Example: 0 I haven’t seen him for at least 2 years.

TIME
T h e ........................................................... was more than 2 years ago.

The gap can be filled by the words ‘last time I saw him’, so you write:

Example: [o] LA5T TIME I SAW HIM

Write only the missing words IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet.

35 I won’t be satisfied until I have the letter in my possession.

ONLY
I w ill.......................................the letter is in my possession.

36 Please tell me as soon as he arrives.

KNOW
Please.......................................as he arrives.

37 ‘You’re going to be famous one day,’ he said to the girl.

WAS
H e .......................................going to be famous one day.

38 There were more spectators than ever before.

SO
There .,.................................... spectators before.

39 Do you mind if I borrow your bike tomorrow?

ME
Would .......................................your bike tomorrow?

40 We can go out for a walk tomorrow if it doesn’t rain all day.

RAINS
We can go out for a walk tomorrow.......................................all day.

41 The food in the hotel was so disappointing.

A
The food in the hotel.......................................disappointment.

42 I really didn’t think I would do so well in the exam.

TO
I really didn’t .......................................so well in the exam.

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Tips for students
Part 1, pages 20-21
TEST 1 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGUSH * TEST 1 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGUSH P,m

Multiple choice cloze

In Part One it is im p orta nt to th in k about
both the meaning and the grammar o f the
word as well as collocations, fo r example:
Desperate to jc :o s<

1 The verb missing here must be one th a t

can be follow ed by an object and then an
infinitive w ith 'to! •- • ...../ •- ’ '....... ' ! »* c^ j
2 The verb missing here must be a transitive " ™ d B" c wirt* 0
verb (one which takes an object). Think j
about verbs which collocate w ith a record. i
3 Think about the difference in meaning and i
w hether these verbs can be used in the I
passive. i
4 Which word goes w ith 'school' to make a
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common collocation - schoo! ... 7 for

business...)
5 Which word goes w ith 'activities' to make a common collocation?
6 Which adjective is follow ed by the preposition 'to'?
7 Which preposition completes the phrasal verb? (‘He was on his bike then he fell ...')
8 Think about the exact meaning o f the verb and which o f these verbs can be follow ed by an object.
9 Which o f these verbs is not follow ed by the preposition 'to ?
10 Think about the exact meaning o f these adverbs and if they make sense in the sentence.
11 Think about the meaning o f these verbs and which one can be followed by a that clause.
12 Which adjective(s) go w ith the adverb 'fully'? Which verb can be used to talk about a whole person (rather than ju s t a piece
o f them e.g. a bone)?

Part 2, page 22
TEST 1 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGUSH Part 2 (questions 13-24)

Open cloze
In Part Two you need.to th in k about the grammar o f the sentence and look out
fo r missing auxiliary verbs, prepositions, relative pronouns, linking words etc., for h CAPITAL LETTERS or tne separate answer sr

example:
Thieves in the safari park

13 This sentence describes a possible situation; which linking word is missing?

14 'likely* is an adjective. W hat needs to go before an adjective?
15 The preposition is missing from this expression.
16 Which infinitive is missing from this sentence?
17 There is a linking word missing here. Which linking word can be used to a result they Have now set ut

mean 'at the same time'?

18 There is a preposition missing here to complete the phrasal verb (‘to
escape').
19 This is a passive sentence, w hat auxiliary verb is missing?
20 This is a comparative sentence. W hat word can be used to compare
quantity?
21 A tim e linker is needed here, to link the present and the past.
22 Which word completes this common expression?
23 Which preposition is missing here?
24 W hat linking word can be used to explain the reason fo r something?
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Word formation
In Part Three you should always identify the part o f speech which is missing.
(Is it a noun, an adjective, an adverb or a verb?) If it's a noun, th in k about
w hether it should be in the singular or plural and if there is a negative form,
which fits better than the positive. W hat prefix can you add? If it's an adjective
or adverb th ink if it should be positive or negative and which prefix you can add
to make it negative. If it's a verb think about the subject it agrees w ith ; is it
singular or plural? Think about w hat it follow s; should it be a gerund or
infinitive? Finally w hat tense should it be in? For example:

25 This is an adjective; it's describing the film . W hat suffix do you need to add
to make an adjective?
26 The indefinite article 'a' tells you you need a noun. W hat suffix do you need
to add?
27 W hat part o f speech do you need to describe the capital? W hat suffix do
you need?
28 W hat part o f speech do you need to describe the port? W hat suffix do you
need?
29 This sentence is passive. Which form o f the verb do you need?
30 The subject o f the clause is missing; is it singular or plural?
31 This describes how it was under control. Is it a positive or negative adverb?
32 Should this be positive or negative?
33 W hat part o f speech often follow s the verb ‘be’ when there is no article?
34 W hat type o f industry is growing?

Part 4, page 24

Key word transformations

The most im p ortant thing to remember in Part Four is to follow the
instructions; do NOT change the word given and only use between 2 and 5
words. Try to keep the second sentence as sim ilar as possible to the first one and
be as consistent as possible w ith verb tenses.
For example:

35 The first sentence is negative, how can you express a negative idea in the
second sentence w ith o u t using ‘n o t? W hat linking word can you use
instead o f 'u n til?
36 W hat expression w ith 'know' means the same as 'tell me?
37 W hat do you need to change when you use reported speech instead o f
direct change?
38 Does the second sentence need to be positive or negative?
39 Do you need to change the verb? W hat form o f the verb do you need?
40 Is the second sentence positive or negative? W hat linking word can you use
th a t means the same as ‘if it doesn't?
41 W hat word do you need before a noun which is similar in meaning to ‘so?
42 Which verb can you use instead o f 'think' which is follow ed by an in fin itive
w ith ‘to ?

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 TEST 1 PAPER 4: LISTENING Part 1 (questions 1-8)

P arti

You will hear people talking in eight different situations. For questions 1-8, choose the best answer
(A, В or C).

1 You hear a woman talking about her job. How does she feel about it?
A It’s boring.
В She likes it.
С She finds it difficult.

2 You overhear a man telling a friend about a film he saw recently. What type of film was it?
A a romance
В an action film
С science fiction

3 You hear a man telling his colleague about his holiday. What was the problem with it?
A He became ill.
В He argued with his partner.
С He couldn’t see all the things he wanted to see.

4 You overhear a conversation in a supermarket. What are they discussing?

A returning an item
В breaking an item
С buying an item

5 You hear an advertisement on the radio. What is being advertised?

A a festival
В a new music album
C. a cake

6 You .overhear a woman talking on the phone about her new boss. What is she worried
about?
A losing her job
В being given extra work to do
С her boss is inexperienced

7 You hear an actor talking on the radio about his new film. What does he say about preparing
for the role?
A He had to learn a new skill.
В He did lots of research.
С It was physically challenging.

8 You overhear two people talking about a car. Why are they talking about the car?
A It’s the man’s first car.
В It’s a brand new car.
С It has broken down.
 TEST 1 PAPER 4: LISTENING Part 2 (questions 9-18)

CD 1
TR 3
Part 2

You’ll hear a talk about an endangered species. For questions 9-18, complete the sentences.

THE IBERIAN LYNX

The Iberian lynx is also known as

The Smilodon, or Sabre Toothed Tiger became extinct 10

In recent years the number of Iberian lynx has fallen by 11

Male Iberian lynx can weigh up to 12

The main part of an Iberian lynx’s diet consists of 13

During bad weather the Iberian lynx will stay in 14

Due to a change in the law it is no longer legal 15

A female Iberian lynx will be pregnant for a period of 16

Since 2005 17 have been born in the Donana Breeding Centre.

The World Wildlife Foundation has repeatedly asked the Spanish government

18 which goes through the national park.

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 TEST 1 PAPER 4: LISTENING Part3 (questions 19-23)

CD 1
ТВ 4 Part 3

You will hear five different people talking about holidays they have had. For questions 19-23 choose
from the list (A-F) how each person feels about the holiday. Use the letters only once. There is one
extra letter which you do not need to use.

A spent a long time planning the holiday.

Speaker 1 19

В regrets spending a lot of money.

Speaker 2 20

С was disappointed with the hotel.

Speaker 3 21

D had a very long holiday.

Speaker 4 22

E enjoyed a very luxurious hotel.

Speaker 5 23

F went somewhere interesting.

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 CE Practice Tests

TEST 1 PAPER 4: LISTENING Part 4 (questions 24-30)

Part 4

You will hear an interview with a member of a sporting association. For questions 24-30, choose the
best answer (A, В or C).

24 Where does the sport originate?

A South Africa
В Britain
С Ireland

25 What does he say about the ball?

A It’s made from leather.
В It’s made from wood.
С It’s the same as a tennis ball.

26 How many points is a goal worth?

A three
В two
С one

27 How many kilometres an hour can the ball travel?

A 115
В
С

28 One of the rules of the game is that you

A cannot hold the ball in your hand.
В can only carry the ball using the hurley.
С must use the hurley to pick the ball up from the ground.

29 What does Sean say about the best hurling players?

A They earn too much money.
В They earn no money.
С They aren’t as skilful as they were in the past.

30 What does he say about the fans of the game?

A They are aggressive.
В Rival fans sit together.
С They come from the nobility.

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Tips for students
Part 1, page 27

M u ltip le choice
• Read and listen to each question carefully.
• H ighlight the key words in the situation/question and think about w hat you
m ight hear.
• A fter each question decide your answer before looking at the options.
• Pay attention to negatives and conditionals which may try to mislead you.
• Use the second listening to check your answer.

1 W hat tense does the speaker use when they mention 'm o n o to n y?
2 W hat happens at the end o f the film ?
3 Who becomes ill?
4 W hat did the woman finally do w ith the vase?
5 W hat costs 8 pounds? Why would you buy one?
6 Who is th e 'sh e 'm e n tio n e d ?
7 W hat did the actor spend 3 months doing?
8 The speaker uses 'could have bought'... does this mean he bought
som ething or not?

Part 2, page 28

Sentence com pletion

The questions are answered in order in the listening text.
• Make sure w hat you w rite fits the space grammatically.
• A lthough marks are not deducted fo r spelling, try to spell the words
correctly.
• While you are w aiting fo r the listening, to begin look at the spaces and
predict w hat kind o f inform ation is needed in the space: is it a number, an
adjective, a verb etc.?
• You will hear the piece twice. A fte r the first time, study the questions you
haven't managed to answer. W hat did you hear which m ight go in the
spaces?
• When you have finished, check your answers. Do they make sense, or are
they obviously wrong?

9 W hat is another way to say ‘known as?

10 W hat kind o f word will appear here? A place, a date, an adverb or
adjective?
11 Three numbers are mentioned in this part o f the text. W hat do they refer
to?
12 Does 'up to' refer to a m inim um or a maximum?
13 Which animal do you hear referred to most or often in relation to the lynx?
14 Where do you imagine a wild animal m ight live in bad weather?
15 W hat sort o f word w ill fit gram m atically here?
16 Can you think o f another way o f saying ‘pregnant?
17 This will probably be a number. Do you think it will be a small number or a large
18 W hat does the ve rb 'u rg e 'm e a n ?
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M u ltip le matching
• Read the instructions carefully to find out w hat topic the speakers will be
talking about.
• Read the topics A-F and try to predict ideas or words you expect to hear.
• In the first listening decide on your answers.
• Use the second listening to check your answers.
• Remember th a t if one answer is wrong, it could mean th a t most o f the other
answers are in the wrong place.
• Remember th a t this part can be confusing because sometimes a word in one
option may appear in more than one extract. You need to focus on the
differences between the speakers.

Part 4, page 30

Multiple choice
• Read the instructions carefully to find out w hat topic the speakers will be
talking about.
• Before you listen read the topic sentences and try to predict ideas or words
you expect to hear.
• Use the first listening to decide on your answers.
• Use the second listening to check your answers.

24 How else could you phrase 'originate?

25 W hat 2 adjectives does the speaker use to describe the ball?
26 How is a goal scored?
27 Listen fo r the phrase 'kilometres an hour,' w hat number precedes this?
28 W hat is th e 'h u rle y ?
29 W hat adjectives would you associate w ith each o f the options?
30 What's another word fo r a fan o f a sport? W hat does he say about them?

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 FEE Practice T ests

TEST T PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 1

Part 1
3 minutes

What’s your name? (Candidate A )

(Repeat for Candidate B)
Where are you from? / Where do you live? (Candidate A )
What do you like about living in ... ?
And you (Candidate B) Where are you from? / Where do you live?
What do you like about living in ... ?
Choose questions fmm the sections below; ask different questions to each candidate, in any order.

Free time and interests

What do you like doing at weekends?

Do you prefer to spend your free time alone or with friends? Why?
How much of your free time do you spend with your family? What sorts of things do
you do together?
Do you have any hobbies that you’ve done for a long time? What?
Do you enjoy trying new activities? Have you tried anything new recently?

Daily routine

Do you prefer getting up early in the morning or staying up late at night? Why?
What’s your favourite day of the week? Why?
Do you spend a lot of time at home? What do you do there?
Do you prefer to have the same routine every day or do you prefer to do different
things every day? Why?
Is there anything you’d like to change about your daily routine?

Future plans

What are you planning to do for your next holiday?

is there anything you’d like to study in the future? (What? Why?)
What job would you like to be doing in 10 years time?
Would you like to live abroad in the future?
Is there anything you’re really looking forward to in the next few weeks?
(What? Why?)

Travel and holidays

Tell us about a special place you’ve visited.

Is there anywhere in the world you’d really like to visit? (Where? Why?)
Do you like to spend your holiday in the same place each year or do you prefer to
go somewhere different each year?
Do you prefer going on holiday in the summer or winter? Why?
What do you like to do when you’re on holiday?
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TEST 1 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 2

Part 2
4 minutes

Interlocutor In this part of the test I’m going to give each of you two different photographs.
I’d like you to talk about your photographs on your own for about a minute.

(Candidate A) It’s your turn first. Here are your photographs. They show
people relaxing. Compare the photos and say why you think the people
are relaxing in these places.

Look at page 193.

Candidate A
© approximately
1 minute

Interlocutor Thank you.

(Candidate B) Now, where do you like to go to relax?

Candidate В
© 20-30 seconds

Interlocutor Thank you.

Now (Candidate B) it’s your turn. Here are your photographs; they show
people and cars.

Compare the photos and say how important you think the cars are to
these people,

Look at page 194.

Candidate В
© approximately j ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
1 minute

Interlocutor Thank you.

(Candidate A) Do you enjoy travelling by car?

Candidate A
f f i 20-30 seconds ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Interlocutor Thank you.

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TEST 1 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Parts 3 and 4

Parts 3 and 4
7 minutes

Part 3

Interlocutor Now I’d like you to talk about something together for about 3 minutes.
(4 minutes fo r groups o f three)

A university wants to encourage students to do more sports and exercise.

Here are some pictures of sports facilities they are thinking about
introducing. Talk about why students might like to do each of these
sports and then decide which two would be most popular with students.

Look at page 195.

Candidates
© approximately
3 minutes
(4 minutes fo r
groups o f three)

Interlocutor Thank you.

Part 4

Interlocutor Select any of the following questions, as appropriate:

• Did you / Would you do any sports like these when you were / are at
university? Which ones?

• Do you think it’s important for students at university to do sports?

Why? / Why not?

• Do you think young people do enough sport these days?

• Whose responsibility is it to make sure young people do enough

exercise?

• What could governments do to encourage young people to do more

sport and exercise?

• Is it better for young people to do team sports or individual sports?

Why?

• When you play a sport does it matter if you win or lose? Why? / Why
not?

Thank you. That is the end of the test.

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Part 1, page 33 rm m
TEST 1 PAPER 5: SPEAKING

Conversation
• Answer the questions as fu lly as you can; do not only reply yes or no but
What's yo
explain w hy and give examples where appropriate.
Where an xi from? I Where do you live? tCmdi&m Л)
• Always answer the question the examiner asks you. If you don't understand ■MurBi Where are youfiom? / Wheie do yo

ask them to repeat it.

Free time and mterests

• Do not give pre-prepared answers. • What do you like doing at weekends?

• Do you prefer to spend your tree time alone or with friends? Why?
• Нож much of your free time do you spend with your famity? What sorts of thi
you do together?
• Do you have any hobbies that you've done for a long time?What?
• Do you enjoy trying new activities? Have you tried anything new recently?

ing or staying up late at night? Why?

'do d th ?
ery day or do you prefer to do different
ut your daily routine?
Future ptans
What are you >for your next holiday?
to study in the tuture? (What? Why?)
эе doing in 10 years time?
a in the future?
Ity looking forward to in the next few weeks?

Do you like te spend your hottday in

go somewhere different each year?
Do you prefer going on holiday in the summer or winter? Why?

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TEST 1 PAPER 5: SPEAKING *art2

Individual 'long tu rn 1
• Make sure you answer the question and if possible use the words on the
paper in your answer, fo r example in this test use the word relaxing and
make sure you explain why.
7 think the people are relaxing in this place because...'
• Make sure you continue to speak fo r the full minute. You will lose marks if
you finish too soon.
• Make sure you compare the photos and do not talk about them individually. interlocutor Thank yo

• Use linking expressions, fo r example, both photos show:., however, while,

>wimportant you think th
whereas...

cy travefe^g by car?

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TEST 1 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Parts 3 and

T w o-w ay conversation Parte 3 and 4

In this part it is very im po rta n t th a t you have a discussion w ith your partner
| Part 3 I
and interact together. Interlocutor Now I'd like you to talk about something together for about 3 minutes.

• Ask your partner w hat they th in k and always try to respond to w hat they A universitywantsto encourage students to do moresports and exercise.
Here are some pictures of sports facilities they are thinking about
introducing. Talk about why students might like to do each of these
sports andthen decide which two would be most popular with students
say.
• Use expressions like I agree, you're right, that's true or I don't agree with
you, perhaps, but...
• Make sure you talk fo r the full 3 minutes.
• Make sure you move the conversation on to include as many o f the pictures „ „ .J ill
as possible and make some conclusions during your discussion, fo r example, TEST 1 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 3 - page 35 - Candidates A and В

so, shall we move on to the next one, OK so we both think that... * Why do students might like to do each of these sports?
* Which two would be most popular with students?

Part 4, page 35
ОЛ jog you do any sports like these when you were /are at
Wtw*! ones?

Discussion Do «X. Ow* it's important for students at university to do sports?

Why? .'«my nor?
Do you ths* young people do enough sport these days?
In this part you will be asked your opinion about the topic you discussed in lake sure young people do enough

Part 3. о encourage young people to do more

• Like w ith Part 1 make sure you answer the question you are asked and give Why?
er for young people to do team sports or individual sports?

■ When you piay a i irt does Hmatter if you win or lose? Why? / Why
full answers. not?
Thank you. That isthe end ol the test.
• Explain w hy you think something and give examples where appropriate.
• If you don't understand ask the examiner to repeat the question.
• If you don't know w hat to say use fillers like, well, that's a d ifficu lt question
to give yourself tim e to think.
• Try not to answer by saying I don't know.

See th e Useful expressions fo r th e Speaking Paper on page 2 1 9 .

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TEST 2 PAPER 1: READING Part 1 (questions 1-8)

Part 1

You are going to read an extract from a novel. For questions 1-8 choose the answer (А, В, С or D)
which you think fits best according to the text.

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

Emily woke up before her alarm went off and knew instantly something wasn’t quite right in
the house. Bailey, her chocolate-coloured pet Labrador, should have been there at the
bedroom door demanding food but there was no sound of him. She decided to get up and
go and see where he was. It felt cold in the hall but she knew she had left the heating on
last night. As she walked down the stairs she heard a noise in the kitchen; the strange
feeling that something was wrong was getting stronger. What was going on? She got to the
bottom of the stairs and opened the door to the living room, which led to the kitchen. Why
was the door closed? She always left it open. Bailey was nowhere to be seen and his toys,
which were usually all over the living room floor, were in a neat pile in the corner next to his
basket. Had they been there when she had gone to bed last night? She couldn’t remember.
She walked into the kitchen and turned the light on, it didn’t work, nothing happened. She
stood very still and listened, nothing. There wasn’t a sound. That was really strange; she
lived in the middle of a busy city, there were always people around. She woke up to the
sound of traffic, car horns, police cars, her neighbours shouting in the house next door, how
could there be silence at 8 o’clock on a Friday morning? She went back into the living room
and turned the TV on, but again nothing happened. She went back into the kitchen and
looked out of the window; it was a bright clear day. The back door was shut but when she
tried the handle she realised it was unlocked. She walked out into the tiny back garden and
opened the back gate; still nothing, not a sound and no sign of Bailey. She called him but
he didn’t come. She went back into the house and did what she realised she should have
done as soon as she got up and called her mother. But there was no answer. She called her
boyfriend but his mobile was switched off and she got the answer phone message. She tried
a couple of other numbers but with equal success. She sat down on the sofa and thought
about what she could do. She couldn’t decide if she should stay at home or go out and find
someone. Just as she decided the best thing would be to stay at home and wait, there was
a loud banging on the front door. She jumped up and ran to the door. ‘Who is it?’ she
shouted through the door. ‘It’s me,’ came the reply. But she had no idea who ‘me’ was. She
didn’t want to open the door until she was sure she knew who it was, not with all the other
strange things that were happening this morning, and she didn’t want to shout through the
thick front door, so she walked back into the living room and tried to look through the front
window to see who was standing at the front door. It was a man but she couldn’t make out
who he was; he didn’t look familiar. He was tall and was wearing a big coat with a hood over
his head. Just as she was thinking of running out the back door she saw that the man had
Bailey with him, and Bailey seemed quite happy, which meant that the man had to be
line 35 someone he knew and liked; he would have been barking otherwise. She still wasn’t taking
any chances though; she put the safety latch on the door and opened it just enough to see
who was there. She was instantly relieved; it was her brother, who lived just a few streets
away. She opened the door all the way and let him in. As he walked through the door he
was almost knocked over by Bailey jumping up and looking more pleased than ever to see
her. ‘So what’s going on?’ she asked her brother. He looked at her as if she was stupid.
‘Haven’t you heard?’

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TEST 2 PAPER 1: READING Part 1 (questions 1-8)

1 How did Emily know there was something wrong?

A Her alarm clock didn’t go off.
В Her dog wasn’t outside the bedroom door.
С Her dog was quieter than usual.
D She had woken up very early.

2 How did she feel when she opened the living room door?
A confused
В excited
С annoyed
D strong

3 Whal could she hear when she stood in the kitchen?

A traffic and everyday noises of the city
В silence
С the television
D something in the garden

4 Why did she go into the garden?

A to see what the weather was like
В to talk to her neighbours
С to look for Bailey
D to make a phone call

5 Who did she speak to on the telephone?

A her mother
В her boyfriend
С two friends
D no one

6 Why did she return to the living room after someone knocked on the front door?
A Because she didn’t want to leave the house.
В Because she wanted to try and see who was at the front door.
С Because she didn’t want to talk to the person at the front door.
D Because she wanted to sit down and think about what to do.

7 Why did she think she must know the man at the door?
A She recognised the clothes he was wearing.
В Bailey was barking at him.
С Bailey seemed relaxed with him.
D She recognised his voice.

8 What does the author mean in line 35 when it says that ‘she still wasn’t taking any chances
though’?
A She wasn’t feeling lucky.
В She was going to take advantage of the situation.
С She wasn’t going to waste the opportunity.
D She wasn’t going to take any risks.
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Part 2

You are going to read an article in which stage manager Adam James talks about his work in
technical theatre. Seven sentences have been removed from the article. Choose from the sentences
A-H the one which fits each gap (9-15). There is one extra sentence which you do not need to use.

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

Technical Theatre
When we go to the theatre we go to see the on tour was intense but really good fun. Atypical
actors and their performance; the stage is the Monday would see us arrive at about 8 o’clock in
central focus point; it is where everything the morning and open up the lorries. We would
happens, or at least everything that we the have some coffee and then when everyone had
audience are supposed to see. But there is so arrived we would spend the day building the
much more to putting on a performance than just show. In the afternoon the cast would arrive and
the acting cast. There is a whole team of people I would show them around so they knew where
who we never see but without whom no they could make quick costume changes and
production would be possible. We spoke to things like that. I 12 1 1 Once the show had
Adam James who has worked in technical started it was just a case of watching and
theatre since the age of 14 to find out what goes supervising and letting the show happen around
on behind the scenes and how he got involved. us. As stage manager I was always the first and
the last person on stage. Working on tour can be
I was 12 years old when I first saw a show in my stressful as you have to keep track of where
local leisure centre. I was fascinated by the fact everyone is for health and safety reasons and
that everything came in about ten lorries and monitor everything that goes on back stage and
they basically built a theatre from scratch. keep to time. Then once the show is over you
I 9 I 1 I got to know some of the people have to check everything and make a note of
working on the stage management team and everything that needs repairing or re-doing
they let me shadow them while they worked. I before the next performance.
met the stage manager and after watching the
team work and talking to him I decided that was After a couple of years touring I decided to return
what I wanted to do as a job. I didn’t know to London and go to college to study technical
anything about work in the theatre industry so I theatre. I studied for a year but I realised that it
started studying and learning about the job. wasn’t very useful to me. I had learnt a lot more
I 10 I l However, what I really wanted was to from my years working. 13 1 I I felt like I
get involved and start working as part of a stage was already established in the industry so I
management team. Once I was 14 I managed to decided to leave college and got a job in a
get some work experience and I started to miss theatre. When finding work in technical theatre
school sometimes and go to work at the theatre first hand experience is much more important
instead. than qualifications. I 14 I I did some more
freelance work in London for a while and now I
I left school when I was 16 and because I had work for a production company.
quite a lot of experience I was able to get a job
as an assistant stage manger in a theatre in You can have up to 20 people working on any
London. I worked there for about a year and then one performance so there’s a real team spirit.
did some freelance work in Cornwall and went There are people working in lighting, sound,
on tours around the country. I 11 I 1Working wardrobe, wigs, props, carpentry and stage

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management. Apart from the technical side we number of disadvantages; I don’t like the hours
also have to look after the actors. As stage and the disruption to my personal life that
manager it’s my job to meet and greet the cast working evenings can cause. I 15 I I But I
on their first day and make sure they know would highly recommend it to others; it’s very
where everything is and have everything they enjoyable and always different; you never have
need. The hardest thing I’ve ever had to do was the same day twice and there’s something very
try to control 2,500 primary school children. I exciting and beautiful about live theatre.
really like what I do. There are of course a

A It was a course for people who didn’t found it hugely exciting.

know anything about the theatre. Working in a large theatre is much
more difficult because there are so
В The more I found out about technical many more people to organise.
theatre the more interested I
became. The work was quite sporadic but the
money was good; in one month I
С Also there’s quite a lot of instability could earn enough to last me six
and insecurity to the job and the months.
money is not always good.
H Theatres are looking for people with
D ,While the cast were getting ready we proven ability and who know what
would get on with any necessary they are doing, and what interests
maintenance jobs. them the most on your CV is your
last job.
E I was very curious as I watched the
whole thing being put together and I

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 TEST 2 PAPER 1: READING Part3 (questions 16-30)

Part 3

You are going to read an article in which five people talk about what they have done to raise money
for charity. For questions 16-30 choose from the people (A-E). The people may be chosen more than
once. When more than one answer is required they may be given in any order.

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

Which person or people:

would not repeat what they did to raise money? I 16 I I

tried to encourage others to do things to raise money for charity? I 17 T......I

spent a long time preparing for what they did? | 18 ( |

was frightened? | 19 | |

says raising monev for charity was their secondary aim? 20 l l 21 l l

says the experience was unique and memorable? I 22 I I

did their challenge with a aroup of people? I 23 I I 2* I I

had a family member help them with the preparation for the event? I 25 I I

says the hardest part was the beginning of the activity? | 26 | I

mentions more than one type of charity event? I 27 I

sees taking part in charity events as a way of learning about people in need? I 28 I I

took part in the same event many times? I 29 I I

didn’t enjoy the event as much as the preparation? ! 30 | |

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Raising money for charity

Housewife and grandmother Theatre manager

I abseiled off a cliff to raise money for charity. It When I was a child I took part in a lot of sponsored
was an enormous challenge as I’m actually quite walks. Each year my school would organise the
afraid of heights. It was only really the moment of walks and although it wasn’t compulsory my
going over the edge that was difficult; after that it friends and I would always take part. It was fun.
was very easy. You just have to get into the rhythm Each walk was about 15 km long so it took quite a
and not go too fast. My son is very into climbing long time but it was a nice way to spend a day. The
and things like that and he and some of his friends first year I did it I was only 11 years old and my
from his university climbing club set everything up father came with us to keep an eye on us but once
and organised the whole event. There were about we were older we went by ourselves; there were
twenty of us who did it and between us we raised about 8 or 9 of us that all walked together. We
well over the target amount. It was a great success managed to get quite a bit of money between us;
but I don’t think I’ll be doing anything like that in fact it became our challenge to raise more
again. Once was enough! money than the year before, which we always
achieved, so there was a great sense of
satisfaction.
В Lawyer
I ran a triathlon and managed to get over 50
people to sponsor me. I had to train for months and Retired primary school head teacher
it was really hard work but well worth it. I actually We used to make a big effort to get the children
enjoyed the training more than the final event involved in charity events as I think it helps raise
because on the day the weather was terrible. In the their awareness of world events and the fact that in
months running up to the event I followed a very many places there are people, particularly children
strict regime and it felt good to be working towards like themselves, who live in very different
such a specific goal. I would often get up at 5 circumstances to them. I think they get a great
o’clock in the morning so I could train before going sense of satisfaction too from knowing that they
to work. Knowing that I was going to be able to are able to do something to help. Each year we
give a large donation to charity made me even had a mufti day; where all the children paid a small
more determined to do it. It wasn’t compulsory to amount of money and then came to school for one
get sponsorship and giving money to charity day in their own clothes and not in school uniform.
wasn’t my maih motivation when I first signed up to We also regularly held school fetes where the
do it but I wanted to make the most of the children were encouraged to donate old toys and
opportunity and all my friends and family were books and things which we then sold. The children
really supportive and wanted to help and give got involved in running the stalls too and all the
money. It was such a positive experience I’m going money we made went to our chosen charity.
to do it again next year.

Environmental consultant
I cycled from L.A. to Quito last spring. All my family
thought I was mad but I love cycling and I knew it
would be an amazing way to see lots of really
interesting places that most people never see. I
managed to raise quite a bit of money for charity
through sponsorship although that wasn't my main
objective. I turned 30 in March and I really wanted
to be doing something totally different rather than
just sitting at my desk in the office. I wanted it to be
different and something I could look back on when
I am older and feel proud of. It is something I’ll be
able to tell my grandchildren about and the fact
that I was able to do something to help those less
well off than me at the same time, well that made
it even better.
TEST 2 PAPER 2: WRITING Part 1 (question 1)

Part 1

You must answer this question. Write your answer in 120-150 words in an appropriate style on the
opposite page.

1 You have just returned from a four-week trip organised by a company called Explorer. You
have lots of complaints about the holiday. The staff at the hotel told you there was nothing they
could do and that you would have to write to the head office. You have decided to write a letter
of complaint.

Read the advertisement for the holiday with your comments added. Write your letter of
complaint.

Aholiday of a lifetime The groups

were huge.

Exploration in small groups to experience local

Old
history and culture.
uncomfortable Fully equipped coaches, comfort guaranteed.
coaches.
Ours broke Evening lecture programme by experts.
down!
Five star luxury hotel with air-conditioned rooms,
en-suite facilities, phone and TV.
Not in my Dining excellence to m ake evenings an Service awful -
room! unforgettable experience. not enough
waiters
Swimming pools and sports facilities equal to none.
Pool had
no water!
All inclusive - no extras

Write your letter. You must use grammatically correct sentences with accurate spelling and
punctuation in a style appropriate for the situation.
 TEST 2 PAPER 2: WRITING Part 1 (question 1)

Question 1
TEST 2 PAPER 2: WRITING Part 2 (questions 2-5)

Part 2

Write an answer to one of the questions 2-5 in this part. Write your answer in 120-180 words in an
appropriate style on the opposite page. Put the question number in the box at the top of the page.

2 The teachers at your school have complained that many students are spending too much
time using the Internet to visit social networking sites and chat rooms. They have asked the
headteacher to disconnect the Internet from the school’s computer room as they feel it is not
an appropriate use of school equipment.
Write a report to the headteacher explaining why internet access should be available to the
students. Make some suggestions about ways in which internet access can be controlled.

Write your report.

3 You have decided to enter a short story competition. The rules of the competition say that
you must begin with the words:

John w oke up one morning to see a large hole in the wall where his
wardrobe used to be.

Write your story.

4 You had a class discussion about opportunities for practising English and your teacher has
now asked you to write a report for students of English giving them advice.

Write your report.

5 Answer one of the following two questions based on your reading of one of the set books.
Write the letter (a) or (b) as well as the number 5 in the question box on the opposite page.
j.

(a) Write a letter to a friend about the book explaining what you thought of the book and
why your friend might enjoy it or not.

(b) Write an essay comparing the book with another book. How are the books different
and in what ways are they similar? Is one of the books better than the other?
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TEST 2 PAPER 2: WRITING Part 2 (questions 2-5)

Question

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 TEST 2 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGLISH Part 1 (questions 1-12)

Part 1

For questions 1-12, read the text below and decide which answer (А, В, С or D) best fits each gap.
There is an example at the beginning (0).

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

Example:

0 A save В keep С store D guard

0 а в с D

Cheaper holidays

We can ( 0 ) ..........money on all aspects of our holiday, from where and when to go to how to get to
and from the airport; here are some (1) .......... on how to get the most for your money when
(2 )..........a holiday.

For the best deals (3 )......... your holiday between the high and low seasons; you could save up to
70% on some holiday (4 ) ..........while still enjoying good weather and other high season (5 ) ...........
and there will be fewer crowds.

You can also save money by going somewhere where living costs are (6 )............It might cost more
to get there but once you are there you will ( 7 ) ..........less on eating out and getting around as food
and transport will be ( 8 ) ..........cheaper.

}
And start saving before you even leave the country by choosing the most cost effective way to the
airport. There are many bus services from (9 )..........cities to airports which are cheaper than trains.
If you go by train book well in (1 0 )..........to get cheaper tickets and if you do decide to go by car,
book your carparking as soon as possible; some airports offer up to 50% (11) .......... for early
bookings.

Finally, make sure you research all the available options on-line. Signing up to email (12)..........can
be a good idea as then you will be the first to know about cheap offers. The earlier you book the better
the bargains are likely to be.

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TEST 2 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGLISH Part 1 (questions 1-12)

1 A information В advice С tips D clues

2 A deciding В choosing С agreeing D electing

3 A book В ask for С order D buy

4 A places В sites С situations D resorts

5 A pros В advantages С favours D drawbacks

6 A lower В smaller С poorer D greater

7 A pay В cost С spend D waste

8 A largely В obviously С quite D significantly

9 A main В important С great D major

10 A ahead В before С advance D early

11 A under В below С off D over

12 A alarms В warnings С news D alerts

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 TEST 2 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGLISH Part 2 (questions 13-24)

Part 2

For questions 13-24 read the text below and think of the word that best fits each gap. Use only one
word in each gap. There is an example at the beginning (0).

Write your answers IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet.

Example: [o] 0 F

A shorter presentation

Do you find the idea (0) .......... sitting through yet another slide show presentation fills you with
dread? Do you find (13) .......... hard to stay awake when confronted with slide after slide and
(1 4 )..........hour-long talk? Well, don’t worry, (1 5 )........... is a solution. Presentations don’t have to
(1 6 )..........long and boring; they can be short, attention grabbing and even a competitive sport.

In Japan in 2003 Astrid Klein and Mark Dytham (1 7 ).......... looking for a better way for ambitious
young architects to show (1 8 )..........work easily, efficiently and informally. They wanted to increase
the numbers of presenters talking (1 9 )..........events and raise audience attention and realised they
needed to limit the length of presentations and make them (2 0 )..........concise. They came up with
something called Pecha Kucha; a presentation format (21)..........permits only 20 slides and only 20
seconds to talk about (2 2 )......... one. This means the whole presentation lasts exactly 6 minutes
and 40 seconds. (2 3 )..........you start with the first slide there is no stopping and no going back.

Pecha Kucha events now take place throughout the world and are immensely popular. The Pecha
‘
Kucha format is now being used in (2 4 )..........types of settings including business and academia in
cities as far apart as Auckland and Vancouver. So why not try it next time you have to give a
presentation?

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 TEST 2 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGLISH Part 3 (questions 25 34)

Part 3

For questions 25-34, read the text below. Use the word given in capitals at the end of some of the
lines to form a word that fits in the gap in the same line. There is an example at the beginning (0).

Write your answers IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet.

Example: [o] [F R 0

Smoothies

Smoothies are cold drinks made from blended fruit and vegetables to
which crushed ice, milk, honey or (0) ............. yoghurt is also often FREEZE
added. This gives them a thicker milkshake-like consistency.
They have long been a popular (25) ............. to fizzy drinks and are ALTERNATE
marketed as a healthy option. For many years now they have been
(26) ........ .... available in high street coffee shops and supermarkets. WIDE
They are packed with fruit and vegetables, but are smoothies really good
for us?

One popular brand (27) ............. that their drinks contained two of the ADVERT
suggested five portions of fresh fruit or vegetables which we should
consume every day. This claim resulted in an investigation into just how
healthy these drinks really are. The results were good news for all
smoothie (28) ........ ...... The research found that the brand’s 250ml LOVE
non-dairy drinks did in fact contain sufficient pulped fruit and fruit juice to
count for two of the recommended (29) ............. portions of fruit and DAY
vegetables. As a result health (3 0 )............. have agreed that smoothies OFFICIAL
are good for us. However, not all smoothies are the same. There is a
great diversity of ingredients and (3 1 )............. are advised to check the CONSUME
contents (3 2 )............... Some may contain as much as a quarter of your CARE
recommended daily (33)............. of saturated fat and up to 40g of sugar. ALLOW

In conclusion, it seems that although smoothies are a good source of the

vitamins and minerals found in fruit and vegetables there are also a lot of
(3 4 )........ .... variations. HEALTH
TEST 2 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGLISH Part 4 (questions 35-42)

Part 4

For questions 35-42, complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first
sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given. You must use between two and
five words, including the word given. Here is an example (0).

Example: 0 I haven’t seen him for at least 2 years.

TIME
T h e ............................................................ was more than 2 years ago.

The gap can be filled by the words ‘last time I saw him’, so you write:

Example: [o] | LAST TIME I 5AW HIM

Write only the missing words IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet.

35 I’m sorry, but I disagree with everything you just said.

NOT
I’m sorry, but I .......................................you just said.

36 I think I’d rather stay at home than go to the party.

TO
I thin k.......................................at home tonight.

37 Do I really need to have the operation?

FOR
Is it really.......................................to have the operation?

38 It was very careless of you to lose my helmet.

MORE
You should.......................................my helmet.

39 When we went to stay with my grandparents we always used to have an enormous Sunday
lunch.
WOULD
When we went to stay with my grandparents.................................. an enormous Sunday
lunch.

40 Neil’s always forgetting where he has left his keys.

NEVER
Neil c a n .......................................he has left his keys.

41 The weather was better than I’d expected.

BAD
The weather w a s .......................................I’d expected.

42 At school we are never allowed to have our mobile phones switched on.
US
At school the teachers.......................................our mobile phones switched on.
 TEST 2 PAPER 4: LISTENING Part 1 (questions 1-8)

P arti

You’ll hear people talking in eight different situations. For questions 1-8, choose the best answer (A,
В or C).

1 You hear a woman talking about a young man. What is her relationship to him?
A his mother
В his teacher
С his neighbour

2 You hear a man talking about a house. Why did he decide not to buy it?
A It was too expensive. *
В It wasn’t big enough.
С It was too far away.

3 You hear someone talking about a concert they went to. How did they feel about the concert?
A It was too short.
В She enjoyed it.
С The music was disappointing.

4 You hear somebody talking about a trip they are about to take. Why are they going?
A on business
В on holiday
С for a family wedding

5 You hear a television quiz programme. How much does the contestant win?
A nothing
В ten thousand pounds
С two thousand pounds

6 You hear somebody buying a train ticket. What kind of ticket do they buy?
A a single
В a fixed return
С an open return

7 You hear a young woman talking about her decision to leave home. Why did she decide to
leave home?
A because of her relationship with her parents
В to be nearer to work
С because she wanted to live with a friend

8 You hear a radio advertisement. What is it advertising?

A a soft drink
В a holiday
С a pizza restaurant
TEST 2 PAPER 4: LISTENING Part 2 (questions 9-18)

CD 1
IR 7
Part 2

You will hear a radio news item about a hot air balloon manufacturer. For questions 9-18 complete
the sentences.

An award for Douglas Finch

Douglas Finch is to be awarded the Honorary Degree of Doctor of

Douglas Finch was born near Glasgow and attended Allan Glen’s School before reading
10 at Glasgow University.

The Bristol Belle was the first hot air balloon in 11

In 1968 he was issued with the first ever 12 for Hot Air Balloons.

The Golden Falcon was designed specifically to fly 13

In 1973 he was awarded the Royal Aeronautical Club Silver Medal for the first balloon flight
14

In 1978 he attempted to cross the Atlantic in a balloon called 15

Bristol is considered the undisputed 16 of the world.

Doug Finch has advanced the science, technology and art of balloon flight to
17

Doug Finch will receive his Honorary

18 at Bristol Business School.
 TEST 2 PAPER 4: LISTENING Part3 (questions 19-23)

CD 1
TK 8 Part 3

You will hear five different people talking about the place where they live. For questions 19-23 choose
from the list A-F to say what each person feels about where they live. Use the letters only once.
There is one extra letter which you do not need to use.

A hasn’t lived there very long

Speaker 1 19

В has lots of friends in the area

Speaker 2 20

С regrets moving there

Speaker 3 21

D is thinking about leaving the area

Speaker 4 22

E thinks the area has become dangerous

Speaker 5 23

F is moving somewhere else

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TEST 2 PAPER 4: LISTENING Part 4 (questions 24-30)

JR9 РаГ44

You will hear an interview with an athlete talking about his sport. For questions 24-30, choose the
best answer (A, В or C).

24 What is the sport called?

A Half Marathons
В Ultra-Marathons
С Fun running

25 The races
A are varied.
В are timed.
С cover a fixed length.

26 How many people compete in the South African race?

A 12,000
В 250
С 200

27 How does Stan feel about the Badwater race?

A It’s frightening.
В It’s impossible.
С It’s a good personal test.

28 When was the first Badwater race completed?

A 1974
В 1980
С 1977

29 How long did it take Al Arnold to finish it?

A 18 hours
В 80 hours
С 49 hours

30 What does Stan say he values most about the sport?

A He has come to terms with his temper.
В It has made him more responsible.
С He realises how grateful he is to have friends and family.
 TEST 2 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 1

Part 1
3 minutes

• What’s your name? (Candidate A )

• (R epeat f o r Candidate В)

Where are you from? / Where do you live? (Candidate A)

What do you like about living in ... ?
And you (Candidate B) Where are you from? / Where do you live?
What do you like about living in ... ?
C hoose questions fm m the sections below ; ask (iffem u questions to each candidate, in any onkr.

Free time and interests

What do you like doing at weekends?

Do you prefer to spend your free time alone or with friends? Why?
How much of your free time do you spend with your family? What sorts of things do
you do together?
Do you have any hobbies that you’ve done for a long time? What?
Do you enjoy trying new activities? Have you tried anything new recently?

Daily routine

Do you prefer getting up early in the morning or staying up late at night? Why?
What’s your favourite day of the week? Why?
Do you spend a lot of time at home? What do you do there?
Do you prefer to have the same routine every day or do you prefer to do different
things every day? Why?
Is there anything you’d like to change about your daily routine?

Future plans

What are you planning to do for your next holiday?

Is there anything you’d like to study in the future? (What? Why?)
What job would you like to be doing in 10 years time?
Would you like to live abroad in the future?
Is there anything you’re really looking forward to in the next few weeks?
(What? Why?)

Travel and holidays

Tell us about a special place you’ve visited.

Is there anywhere in the world you’d really like to visit? (Where? Why?)
Do you like to spend your holiday in the same place each year or do you prefer to go
somewhere different each year?
Do you prefer going on holiday in the summer or winter? Why?
* What do you like to do when you’re on holiday?

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TEST 2 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 2

Part 2
4 minutes

Interlocutor In this part of the test I’m going to give each of you two different photographs.
I’d like you to talk about your photographs on your own for about a minute.

(Candidate A ) It’s your turn first. Here are your photographs. They show people
celebrating birthdays. Compare the photos and say how you think the
people are feeling.

Look at page 196.

Candidate A
ap p ro xim a tely
1 m inute

Interlocutor Thank you.

(Candidate B) How do you like to celebrate your birthday?

Candidate В
' 2 0 -30 seconds

Interlocutor Thank you.

Now (Candidate B) it’s your turn. Here are your photographs; they show people
shopping for food in different places.

Compare the photos and say what the advantages and disadvantages are
of shopping in these different places.

Look at page 197.

Candidate В
© approximately
1 m in u te

Interlocutor Thank you.

(Candidate A ) Where do you like to shop for food?

Candidate A
© 20-30 seconds

Interlocutor Thank you.

 TEST 2 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Parts 3 and 4

Parts 3 and 4
7 minutes

Part 3

Interlocutor Now I’d like you to talk about something together for about 3 minutes.
(4 minutes fo r groups o f three)

Here are some pictures of machines people use every day. Talk about how
important these machines are in people’s everyday lives and then decide
which two it would be most difficult to live without.

Look at page 198.

Candidates
© approximately .................. .......................................

3 minutes
(4 minutes fo r
groups o f three)

Interlocutor Thank you.

Part 4

Interlocutor Select any o f the fo llo w in g questions, as appmpriate:

* Which of these is most important for you? Why?

■ What other machines could people not live without?

* Do you think people rely too much on machines these days?

* Some people say machines make our lives more complicated rather
than simpler. What do you think?

* Why do you think some people always like to have the latest and best
machines?

* Sometimes machines don’t work properly or break down.

What problems can this cause?

* Do you think we will have robots in our homes in the future to do all
the housework for us? (Do you think this would be a good thing?)

Thank you. That is the end of the test.

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 TEST 3 PAPER 1: READING Part 2 (questions 9-15)

Part 2

You are going to read an article about what makes a good manager. Seven sentences have been
removed from the article. Choose from the sentences A-H the one which fits each gap (9-15). There
is one extra sentence which you do not need to use.

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

Being a Good Manager

Being a good manager of people requires result we all lacked confidence in the whole
excellent communication and interpersonal organisation and the office became a very
skills. All people are different and in a working negative environment to work in. It’s a manager’s
environment there will always be a great mix of responsibility to keep workers spirits high and
personalities and skills. I 9 I Like with create a pleasant atmosphere. Having a naturally
everything in life though, experience brings optimistic and friendly personality helps.
knowledge and in my many years as both an
employee and a manager in various charity The best types of managers are those who can
organisations I have come to recognise the accept the responsibility they have been given. If
qualities and skills which make an efficient something goes wrong a good manager will take
manager. the blame; they are responsible for the team and
if the team, or any individual within it, is not
I’ve worked with lots of different people in the performing well then it is ultimately the
past and I think I have experienced all sorts of manager’s fault. I 12 I 1 They must also then
different types of manager. There are those who do all they can to solve any unsatisfactory
are very controlling and always telling you what situations and deal with dissatisfaction from
to do while at the other extreme there are others higher up in the organisation on the team’s
who are nowhere to be seen. _J2_____ I think behalf.
it’s important to let people work on their own and
not interfere too much; ideally you want to One thing which managers often do not do
promote assertiveness and self-confidence in enough is give praise. Praise is a very effective
your workers’ and if you are always watching management tool and should be exploited as
over them and checking up on them they will not much as possible. _____ Managers who
develop these skills. At the same time it is not give a lot of praise are also in a much better
helpful to leave your workers completely alone. situation to criticise when work is not of a
The manager is there to oversee things and satisfactory standard. It is important that
make sure everything runs smoothly, if employees receive positive as well as negative
employees have a problem or need help they feedback on their performance; the more
should always be able to ask for it, and the feedback there is the more aware workers will be
manager should be able to provide it. A line of what is expected of them and positive
manager who is not available to staff when they feedback helps increase motivation. Connected
need them is of no use at all. to this last point is the ability to judge on merit.
Managers must be able to separate their
To be an effective manager I think it is important personal feelings for individuals from their
to be optimistic and able to instil a positive assessment of their work. It is really important to
attitude in the workforce; the worst kind of see team members’ actions objectively. Any
manager is one who allows or even encourages feelings of favouritism or discrimination can be
a bad feeling in the workplace. I 11 I 1As a very harmful to the team.

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Managers need to be able to recognise the the manager learns new skills and gains useful
strengths and weaknesses of their employees information it is important that they share it with
and use them appropriately. This includes the team. The manager should not be doing
recognising their own strengths and tasks which could be done equally well by
weaknesses. I 14 I 1 Managers need to be someone less qualified than themselves. Where
flexible in their approach to assigning work so possible managers should delegate and occupy
that tasks are assigned to those best suited to themselves with higher level activities. However,
doing them. I have worked for an organisation it is also important that in times of crisis or when
where work was given to individuals based on the team is exceptionally busy, the manager
the time of the day they were available to work should not feel themselves too important to join
rather than their personal expertise; this not only in and do whatever job is necessary to help the
resulted in the jobs not being done well and situation.
therefore reduced efficiency, but also great
dissatisfaction among workers and clients. For Finally, empathy is an enormously important
example, someone with excellent computer quality when working as a manager of people.
skills but poor public speaking skills should not The basic rule of ‘treat others as you would
be asked to go into schools and universities to expect others to treat you’ is fundamental. It’s
give presentations. At the same time it is important to try to put yourself in your
essential to share knowledge and experience so colleagues’ situation and try and appreciate how
that the team as a whole develop existing skills they are feeling and then act accordingly.
and individuals learn new ones. I 15 1 1 As

A This includes the manager passing on E In the past I have worked in an office
what they know. where my line manager was
constantly complaining about and
В They should never promise anything criticising the directors of the company.
that is not possible as this will lead to
disappointment and undermine F Managers should look for examples of
confidence in the company. good work and congratulate workers
accordingly.
С Now that I work as a manager myself
I try to be neither too controlling nor G Managers choose and develop their
too distant. team and so must accept respon­
sibility for the bad as well as the good
D Efficiently managing a team of people results of their efforts.
is no easy task and there will be many
challenging moments. H An efficient team makes the most of
all the skills different individuals bring
to it.

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 TEST 3 PAPER 1: READING Part3 (questions 16-30)

Part 3

You are going to read an article in which four people talk about their work as teachers. For questions
16-30 choose from the people (A-E). The people may be chosen more than once. When more than
one answer is required they may be given in any order.

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

Which person or people:

has been a teacher the longest? j 16 | |

no longer works as a teacher? 17 I

has taught in many different countries? | 18 | |

mentions the qualities which are important to be a good teacher? | 19 | |

says they became a teacher because they were not happy in their previous job? I 20 I I

says they like working as a teacher because their job is always interesting? i 2 1
II 22 | |

mentions a difficulty of their subject? | 23 | |

says they have had a number of different jobs? I 24 I I

says they were keen to share what they have learnt with others? I 25 I I

says that they had been interested in teaching from a young age? I 26 I

says it’s easy for pupils to see the results of their work in her subject? I 27 I I

say they have taught adults as well as children and teenagers? I 28 I

has helped and trained other teachers? | 29 |

says the beginning of their career as a teacher was hard work? | 30 |

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 TEST 3 PAPER 1: READING Part 3 (questions 16-30)

A Career in Teaching

A Anna с Sally
I first got into teaching 4 years ago when I decided I have been teaching for 3 years now and decided
to quit my office job and do a bit of travelling. I’d to train to be a food technology teacher after
heard of the CELTA qualification to teach English working in the food industry for 5 years. I was fed
to adults and thought it would be a great way to up with working long hours, knowing the end result
see the world. I’d also been interested in teaching was making profit for the company I was working
since I was at school and with the CELTA thought for at the time rather than giving me satisfaction. I
it would be a perfect combination - teaching and have also always loved my subject - Home
travel. Since completing the course I’ve spent time Economics, Food technology and Cookery - and
teaching in the UK, Austria, Poland and Spain and wanted the opportunity to use my experience and
have loved every minute. I’ve taught people of all knowledge to inspire and help others. Friends had
ages and levels. I’d say the main thing I enjoy about put me off going into teaching previously due to the
teaching is the fact that you’re able to engage with notorious heavy workload. It has been the most
people from different countries, all of whom have rewarding and challenging job of my career and I
different backgrounds and experiences, and I feel now couldn’t imagine doing anything else. I am
that this therefore makes teaching an interesting, lucky with my subject because progress and
varied profession. I think the thing I found the most success are instant in practical cookery lessons;
frustrating was probably going into different giving plenty of opportunity to praise pupils and
schools and trying to teach children and teenagers raise their confidence.
who were not interested in learning English and There have been very difficult times in my teaching
only there because their parents had made them. career, especially the first year, when learning the
However, this meant there was always a challenge work life balance was impossible to grasp; this in
in trying to find material that these students would conjunction with challenging behaviour issues was
be interested in and a job where you don’t have a steep learning curve, but I am pleased I
challenges I imagine would be rather boring. I’ve persevered. Over time teaching got easier and I
recently started working as a primary school think it is the most fulfilling, satisfying profession I
teacher, which I’m really enjoying. I look back on could do. The odd pupil that walks out of the class
my time teaching abroad with a lot of fondness and and says ‘thanks for a great lesson, M iss’ or the
for this reason it is something I would definitely like look on a pupil’s face when his bread comes out
to do again in the future. the oven, makes the hard work worth while.

в Valerie D I Joanna
I love teaching because it is never boring. I have After studying languages at university, I was unsure
been a teacher for over twenty years and I stilt what I wanted to do for a living. I worked for a year in
enjoy my day to day work. I teach Science to a nursery school and. in my spare time, volunteered
students aged eleven to sixteen. This sometimes for a charity that sends people on projects in
involves explaining d ifficult concepts and developing countries. I put together a programme of
examining ethical questions which some students i induct on for the volunteers, to prepare them for going
find very difficult. It is very stimulating working with on tne r projects. I soon decided that I would like to
young people and their enthusiasm and optimism do this as a full-time job, but I needed to get a
can be quite infectious. To be a good teacher you qualification in education and some more experience.
need to be very knowledgeable about your subject. I took a postgraduate teacher training course and
You must have a good sense of humour and be fair worked for three years teaching languages in a
and consistent in your dealings with other people, secondary school. During that time, I got very
but most of all you must be a good communicator. involved in global education - teaching school­
There are lots of teachers who know their subject children about global issues and how they affect
very well but unless you can enthuse your students people in developing countries. After three years of
and build their confidence and self-esteem you will teaching, I got a job managing a global education
never be an inspirational teacher. centre. I co-ordinated and contributed to a
programme of workshops for children and training for
teachers. A further three years later, the charity I had
volunteered for could afford to give me a full-time job,
and I’ve been working there for two years now.

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 TEST 3 PAPER 2: WRITING Part 1 (question 1)

Part 1

You must answer this question. Write your answer in 120-150 words in an appropriate style on the
opposite page.

1 You are organising a meeting at your local sports centre. You have invited Brian Roy, a
professional athlete, who is visiting your area, to give a talk at the sports centre. He has sent
you an email accepting your invitation and asking for some more information.

Read his email and the notes you have made. Then write an email to him, using all your notes.

email

From: Brian Roy

Sent: 15,h September
Subject: Sports Centre talk

Thank
him
I'd be delighted to give a talk at your sports centre. While I am in your
area I will be quite busy, but I do have time either on the Tuesday
morning or on the Thursday evening. Which would be better for you?— _Say
when is
Could you also give me an idea about the sports that are played at your better
Explain — centre and the age range of the people who would attend the talk.

Finally, is there any subject you would particularly like me to talk about?

I look forward to meeting you.

" Suggest
All the best,

Brian Roy

Write your email. You must use grammatically correct sentences with accurate spelling and
punctuation in a style appropriate for the situation.

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TEST 3 PAPER 2: WRITING Part 1 (question 1)

Question 1

email

To: Brian Roy

Sent: 16th September
Subject: Sports Centre talk

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 TEST 3 PAPER 2: WRITING Part 2 (questions 2-5)

Part 2

Write an answer to one of the questions 2-5 in this part. Write your answer in 120-180 words in an
appropriate style on the opposite page. Put the question number in the box at the top of the page.

2 Your teacher has asked you to write a story for an international magazine. The story must
begin with the following words:

As soon as I closed the door behind me, all the lights came on.

Write your story.

3 You have seen this announcement on an international student website:

My favourite freetime activity

What do you like to do when you’re not studying? What is your favourite hobby,
why do you enjoy it so much and what does it involve? How did you begin and
how much time do you spend doing it?
We’ll publish the best articles on the website next month.

Write your article.

4 An international film magazine you read is looking for reviews with the following title: The last
film I watched’. You have decided to write a review for the magazine. Describe the film and
say what you think about it. Would you recommend it to other people?

Write your review.

5 Answer one of the following two questions based on your reading of one of the set books.
Write the letter (a) or (b) as well as the number 5 in the question box on the opposite page.

(a) Read this part of a letter from an English-speaking friend, Paul.

Some of the characters in the book I really disliked. Did you? Write to me and
tell me what you think.
Paul ___

Write your letter.

(b) You see this advertisement in a magazine.

Articles Wanted! What makes a good ending to a book?

What kind of endings do you prefer: a happy ending or something more genuine?
Tell us what you think.

Write your article about the end of one of the books and say how you feel about it.

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TEST 3 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGLISH Part 1 (questions 1 1 2 )

Part 1

For questions 1-12, read the text below and decide which answer (А, В, С or D) best fits each gap.
There is an example at the beginning (0).

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

Example:

0 A sites В places С webs D locations

Friend or burglar?

Users of well-known social networking (0 ) ..........have been warned they may have to pay more for
their house ( 1 ) ............ This is because there is ( 2 ) ........... that burglars use the sites to find out
personal details about potential targets and information like when people will be (3) .......... on
holiday.

Burglars can use the networking sites to (4) .......... relationships with people who they can then
(5 ) ...... ...as people to burgle. An experiment found that many users (6 ) ..........complete strangers
as followers when they made a friend request. Also about 40% of users of the most popular social
networking sites have such low (7) ......... settings that their personal information can be seen by
anyone.

Users of these sites can’t help boasting about their holiday (8) ........... or expensive new home
gadgets they’ve ( 9 )............Users also give away information about when their house will be empty
when they (1 0 )..........about working long hours or how long their journey to work takes. All this
information makes life very (11)..........for thieves. Graham Jones who works for an internet security
company said he has seen people sending messages about what a wonderful time they’re having on
holiday in the Caribbean on a website that has their home address. He says people need to be more
(1 2 )..........of just who has access to the information they post on networking websites.

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1 A assurance В insurance С protection D cover

2 A findings В research С clues D evidence

3 A gone В away С out D outside

4 A find В make С develop D construct

5 A target В aim С choose D decide

6 A let В allowed С agreed D accepted

7 A safety В safe С security D secure

8 A ideas В hopes С plans D deals

9 A purchased В found С used D sold

10 A complain В tell С say D share

11 A difficult В clear С good D easy

12 A know В aware С willing D open

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 TEST 3 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGLISH Part 2 (questions 13-24)

Part 2

For questions 13-24, read the text below and think of the word that best fits each gap. Use only one
word in each gap. There is an example at the beginning (0).

Write your answers IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet.

Example: [o] О

Recycling

Recycling involves taking used materials and turning them ( 0 ) ..........new products. It is not a new
concept: people (13)..........been recycling for hundreds of years but (1 4 )........... rising energy costs
since the 1970s it has become more (1 5 )..........a necessity and is now common practice. The idea
of recycling is (1 6 )..........prevent waste and reduce the consumption of new fresh raw materials.

The (1 7 )......... common materials which are recycled are paper and glass. Some plastics, metals
and textiles (1 8 )......... also be recycled as well as some electronic equipment. It is now typical to
separate household waste into materials (1 9 )..........can and can’t be recycled. Recycling points
(20) ......... glass, paper etc. can be taken to are now common sights in (21) ........... major towns and
cities.

In theory recycling seems obvious: however in practice it is (2 2 )..........always cost-effective. Often

the cost of collection and transportation is greater (2 3 )..........the cost of the energy saved. It also
means there are fewer jobs available in industries (24) .......... as mining, as demand for raw
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materials is lower. As a result recycling is a controversial topic. However, with more government
legislation and more incentives being introduced recycling is clearly on the increase.

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Part 3

For questions 25-34 read the text below. Use the word given in capitals at the end of some of the
lines to form a word that fits in the gap in the same line. There is an example at the beginning (0).

Write your answers IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet.

Example: [о] [X 0 A

Advertising for work

An out of work (0 )..........was seen advertising his services on a placard ACCOUNT

outside a busy London station last week. This (25) .......... tactic is USUAL
reminiscent of scenes from New York’s Wall Street during the great
(2 6 )..........of the 1930s. Daniel Bell decided to try this drastic approach DEPRESS
after months of looking for a job using more (27) ......... methods. He TRADITION
said he had sent out hundreds of CVs and applied to over 70 different
jobs but only had five interviews, none of which were (2 8 )............Now SUCCESS
he says he has nothing to lose and hopes to impress prospective
(2 9 )..........with his initiative. EMPLOY

He plans to stand outside the station with his sign during the rush hour
and giving out business cards for as long as it takes to get a job. After
just two days he had received three (3 0 )..........to attend interviews so INVITE
the plan seems to be working. He admits, however, that his (3 1 ).......... PRESENT
has received mixed (3 2 )............ ‘Most people seem embarrassed and REACT
try to look the other way, while others (33) .......... think I am being CLEAR
ridiculous and more than one person openly pointed and laughed at me.
I don’t care though,’ he says, ‘they might find (34) .......... being made THEM
redundant by the end of the month. It feels good to be doing something
positive.

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 TEST 3 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGLISH Part 4 (questions 35 42)

Part 4

For questions 35-42, complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first
sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given. You must use between two and
five words, including the word given. Here is an example (0).

Example: 0 I haven’t seen him for at least 2 years.

TIME
T h e ........................................................... was more than 2 years ago.

The gap can be filled by the words ‘last time I saw him’, so you write:

Example: \o \ | LAST TIME I SAW HIM

Write only the missing words IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet.

35 ‘I’m really sorry I lost your scarf, I promise I’ll buy you a new one,’ she said to me.
LOSING
S h e .......................................and promised to buy a new one.

36 Could you tell me what the price of this dress is, please?
COSTS
Could you tell m e ......................................., please?

37 I’ve reached a decision about what I’m going to do next year.

UP
I’v e ...................................... about what I’m going to do next year.

38 We need to have the house decorated before we can sell it.

DECORATING
The house.......................................before we can sell it.

39 It might get cold later so I’d take a jumper if I were you.

CASE
You should.......................................it gets cold later.

40 You failed the exam because you didn’t pay attention in class.
PAID
You wouldn’t have failed the exam .......................................attention in class.

41 The government has created over 150 new jobs in the public sector.
HAVE
Over 150 new jo b s .......................................in the public sector.

42 Unfortunately, Mike turned down our offer of a job.

NOT
Unfortunately, M ike.......................................our offer of a job.

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 TEST 3 PAPER 4: LISTENING Part 1 (questions 1-8)

CD 1 Part 1
TR 10

You’ll hear people talking in eight different situations. For questions 1-8, choose the best answer (A,
В or C).

1 You hear someone talking about something he saw on television. What did he see?
A a magic trick
В a drama
С a sporting event

2 You hear a woman complaining about something. What is she complaining about?
A types of mobile phones
В teenagers
С the public transport system

3 You hear somebody talking on the phone. What is the purpose of their phone call?
A to complain
В to arrange to meet someone
С to apologise

4 You hear somebody talking in a shop. What kind of shop is it?

A a health food shop
В a greengrocer’s
С a chemist’s

5 You hear a man talking about his sister. What is his sister’s biggest fault?
A She talks too much.
В She’s too serious.
С She gets easily annoyed.

6 You hear 2 people talking. What is their relationship?

A They’re related.
В They go to college together.
С They go to the same gym.

7 You hear a man talking to his partner on the phone. When is he going to leave work?
A 8.30
В 8
С 9.30

8 What is the speaker describing?

A a documentary
В a visit to a national park
С a friend’s holiday

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 TEST 3 PAPER 4: LISTENING Part 2 (questions 9-18)

CD 1
TR 11 Part 2

You’ll hear an information announcement about facilities offered at Blackpool Airport. For questions
9-18, complete the sentences.

Blackpool Airport

The majority of check-in desks at Blackpool Airport are located on

of the terminal building.

UK, London and German flights operate from check-in Area 14, which is located on a level beneath
10

Ensure that carry-on luggage does not contain any liquids, gels or pastes that
11

Airline staff are on hand if you 12

Enjoy the comfort and relaxing atmosphere of the Eric Morecambe Lounge for up to three hours
for only 13

A left luggage facility is available in the 14

Those collecting keys from the car key holding facility must have
15 when collecting the keys.

16 is served from 4 am.

The airport is conveniently located approximately

i 17 of Blackpool city centre.

18 passengers travelled through Blackpool Airport last year.

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 TEST 3 PAPER 4: LISTENING Part3 (questions 19-23)

CD 1
TR 12
Part 3

You will hear five different actors talking about their first stage performance. For questions 19-23
choose from the list A-F to say what each person felt during the performance. Use the letters only
once. There is one extra letter which you do not need to use.

nervous
Speaker 1 19

В proud
Speaker 2 20

excited
Speaker 3 21

calm
Speaker 4 22

exhausted
Speaker 5 23

sick

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 TEST 3 PAPER 4: LISTENING Part 4 (questions 24-30)

You will hear an interview with the creator of a web-based music service. For questions 24-30,
choose the best answer (A, В or C).

24 Why is MusicFlow popular with record companies?

A It gives users instant access.
В It is completely legal.
С It has a very big catalogue of music.

25 What is one of Steven Pride’s faults?

A working too hard
В being a pirate
С going to sleep at inappropriate times

26 Why does he admire the Beatles?

A Because of how many good songs they recorded.
В Because they inspired Oasis.
С Because of their business acumen.

27 Whose is the latest album you can listen to on MusicFlow?

A Little Feat’s
В The Black Keys’
С Leonard Cohen’s

28 Where d.oes Steven Pride think most people hear about new music?
A from websites
В from friends
С from the radio

29 What was the first challenge he faced?

A making deals with record companies
В adding all the new songs
С fighting music piracy

30 Who does he believe MuscFlow’s main competitors are?

A Geezer
В Phapster
С nobody

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 TEST 3 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 1

Part 1
3 minutes

What’s your name? (Candidate A )

(R epeat fo r Candidate В)

Where are you from? / Where do you live? (Candidate A )

What do you like about living in ... ?
And you (Candidate B) Where are you from? / Where do you live?
What do you like about living in ... ?
Choose questions from the sections below; ask (Afferent questions to each candidate, in any order.

Free time and interests

What do you like doing at weekends?

Do you prefer to spend your free time alone or with friends? Why?
How much of your free time do you spend with your family? What sorts of things do
you do together?
Do you have any hobbies that you’ve done for a long time? What?
Do you enjoy trying new activities? Have you tried anything new recently?

Daily routine

Do you prefer getting up early in the morning or staying up late at night? Why?
What’s your favourite day of the week? Why?
Do you spend a lot of time at home? What do you do there?
Do you prefer to have the same routine every day or do you prefer to do different
things every day? Why?
Is there anything you’d like to change about your daily routine?

Future plans

What are you planning to do for your next holiday?

Is there anything you’d like to study in the future? (What? Why?)
What job would you like to be doing in 10 years time?
Would you like to live abroad in the future?
Is there anything you’re really looking forward to in the next few weeks?
(What? Why?)

Travel and holidays

Tell us about a special place you’ve visited.

Is there anywhere in the world you’d really like to visit? (Where? Why?)
Do you like to spend your holiday in the same place each year or do you prefer to
go somewhere different each year?
Do you prefer going on holiday in the summer or winter? Why?
What do you like to do when you’re on holiday?
 TEST 3 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 2

Part 2
4 minutes

Interlocutor In this part of the test I’m going to give each of you two different photographs.
I’d like you to talk about your photographs on your own for about a minute.

(Candidate A ) It’s your turn first. Here are your photographs. They show
people travelling to work. Compare the photos and say what the
advantages and disadvantages are of these different ways of travelling
to work.

Look at page 199.

Candidate A
Г approximately
1 minute

Interlocutor Thank you.

(Candidate B) How do you travel to work?

Candidate В
-S 20-30 seconds

Interlocutor Thank you.

Now iС(videtae B) it’s your turn, here are your photographs; they show people
and animals.

Compare the photos and say why you think the people are enjoying
spending time with these animals.

Look at page 200.

Candidate В
© approximately
1 minute

Interlocutor Thank you.

(Candidate A ) Do you have a pet?

Candidate A
© 20-30 seconds

Interlocutor Thank you.

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Parts 3 and 4
7 minutes

Part 3

Interlocutor Now I’d like you to talk about something together for about 3 minutes.
(4 minutes fo r groups o f three)

A family wants to go on holiday for 2 weeks with their 3 small children. Here
are some pictures of places they are thinking of going to. Talk together about
the advantages and disadvantages of going to these places with young
children and then decide which holiday would be best.

Look at page 201.

Candidates
0 approximately
3 minutes
(4 minutes fo r
groups o f three)

Interlocutor Thank you.

Part 4

Interlocutor Select any o f the follow ing questions, as appropriate:

Which of these holidays would you most like to go on? Why?

Do you think it’s better to stay in one place when you go on holiday
or try to see lots of different places?

Why do you think cruises are popular with old people?

What do you think is the best way to prepare for a holiday - reading
a guidebook or watching a documentary about the place?

Do you like to have everything planned in advance when you go on

holiday? Why? / Why not?

Why do you think some people prefer to stay in all inclusive resorts?

Do you think it’s better to go on holiday in the summer or the winter?

Why?

Thank you. That is the end of the test.

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 TEST 4 PAPER Is READING Part 1 (questions 1-8)

Part 1

You are going to read an extract from a novel. For questions 1-8 choose the answer (А, В, С or D)
which you think fits best according to the text.

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

Miss Johnson sat in the dining room having tea and looked out at all the people on the beach.
Maybe she should go for a walk before dinner. She was just deciding in which direction she
should walk when Mr Rodgers came into the room and walked straight towards her. There was
no way she could avoid him; he had clearly seen her and she still had a cup of tea in front of her
ready to drink. ‘Do you mind if I sit down?’ he asked politely. Of course she couldn't refuse; it
wasn’t in her nature to be rude. ‘Yes, please do,’ she said and offered him some tea. He accepted
but then didn’t seem to be paying attention when she asked him if he’d like milk and sugar. In fact
he seemed very distracted. Suddenly he got up and started pacing up and down in front of the
line 9 table. This was really quite annoying as he was walking right in front of the window and getting
in the way of the nice view. ‘I’ve got a problem,’ he said, ‘and I was hoping you might be able to
help me with it.’ ‘Oh!’ she replied. She hadn’t expected him to be so familiar; they had only known
each other a few weeks and they were not really friends. ‘Well, I’ll try,’ she said. ‘I'd be happy to
help in any way I can. ‘It all started last week,’ he began. ‘I was on my way to the shops when I
bumped into Veronica Gray. We stopped and had a chat for a couple of minutes, you know about
the weather, and then just as I was making my excuses and saying goodbye her husband came
round the corner. He looked very serious and not at all happy to find us chatting together.
Veronica suddenly went very quiet and almost ran away in the opposite direction. Her husband
walked past me, barely said hello, and followed his wife round the corner. I was very confused
by the whole thing. One minute she’d been happily gossiping and then as soon as Gregory
appeared she became a different person. And he, well, for a second I thought he might hit me.’ I
didn’t see either of them again until last night, here in the hotel. I was coming down to dinner
when I heard voices on the stairs below me. I didn’t recognise who it was but as I walked round
the corner I saw it was Veronica and Gregory and they were clearly arguing. It was too late for
me turn back, they had already seen me, so I said good evening and carried on downstairs as
quickly as I could. But Gregory called me back. He was quite angry and started shouting at me;
he said I should mind my own business and leave his wife alone. Veronica was crying and tried
to tell her husband to leave me alone, that it wasn’t my fault and so on. It was very unpleasant
and I really had no idea what was going on. I said I had no idea what he was talking about and
to be honest I might have just put it down to him being a bit jealous and left it at that except that
at that moment Annabel came down the stairs and saw us. I don’t know if you know but she and
I are engaged.’ ‘Yes, I did know; congratulations.’ And of course it didn’t look good, having
Gregory more or less accuse me of having some sort of affair with his wife. Annabel just looked
at me and walked off. Now she won’t speak to me. What do you think I should do? Should I
confront Gregory and make him see sense? Or should I try and find out from Veronica what is
going on? There’s obviously something not right between them; I just don’t understand how I got
involved. I’d really appreciate any help you can give me.’ ‘Well, I think the first thing you need to
do is speak to Annabel and make sure she sees that this is just a misunderstanding.’ ‘I’ve tried
that,’ he explained, ‘but she won’t speak to me; she doesn’t answer the phone when I call her.’
He looked desperate. ‘OK,’ she said gently, ‘why don’t I go and speak to Annabel, and tell her
about this conversation we’ve just had?’ ‘Would you? Oh, thank you, I’d be so grateful.’ She left
him sitting at the table looking much happier already. And she knew just where to find Annabel.
At this time of day she was always in the garden reading.

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1 How did Miss Johnson react when she saw Mr Rodgers come into the dining room?
A She was pleased to see him.
В She avoided him.
С She invited him to join her.
D She was rude to him.

2 When it says in line 9 This was really quite annoying’ what does ‘this’ refer to?
A Mr Rodgers joining her for tea
В Mr Rodgers walking around
С Mr Rodgers asking her for help
D Mr Rodgers’ silence

3 How did Miss Johnson feel when Mr Rodgers asked her for help with a problem?
A surprised
В relieved
С embarrassed
D pleased

4 Whal happened when Gregory saw his wife talking to Mr Rodgers?

A Gregory and Mr Rodgers had a short conversation.
В Gregory became violent towards Mr Rodgers.
С Veronica and Gregory left together without saying anything.
D Veronica quickly walked away on her own.

5 Whalt did Mr Rodgers want to do when he saw Gregory and Veronica arguing on the stairs?
A He wanted to find out what was going on.
В He wanted to tell Veronica to stop crying.
С He wanted to get downstairs as soon as possible.
D He wanted to go back to his room.

6 Why does Miss Johnson congratulate Mr Rodgers?

A Because he and Annabel are getting married.
В Because he is having an affair with Veronica Gray.
С Because he was right to have asked Miss Johnson for help.
D Because he has dealt with a difficult situation very well.

7 How does Mr Rodgers feel about his involvement in the situation between Veronica and
Gregory?
A happy
В confused
С angry
D grateful

8 How does the scene in the dining room end?

A Miss Johnson and Mr Rodgers leave together.
В Miss Johnson goes to the garden to find Annabel.
С Mr Rodgers decides to phone Annabel again.
D Mr Rodgers is unhappy with the advice Miss Johnson offers him.
 TEST 4 PAPER 1: READING Part 2 (questions 9-15)

Part 2

You are going to read an interview in which a woman talks about her experience of being on a reality
TV show. Seven sentences have been removed from the article. Choose from the sentences A-H the
one which fits each gap (9-15). There is one extra sentence which you do not need to use.

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

What show did you go on and why? other people and what I thought of their food.
The TV show I went on involved holding a The other people were the biggest surprise; I
dinner party for 4 people I’d never met before. know seeing how we all get on and the different
There were 5 of us and we held a dinner party relationships that form is a big part of the show
in each of our houses on consecutive nights, so but I was still surprised by the other individuals
we had 5 dinner parties in one week. It was who had been chosen to take part. I 12 I !
exhausting but a lot of fun. It’s a competition What shocked me was how critical everyone
where you can actually win quite a lot of money was. I’m quite a polite person and very
and there is quite a competitive atmosphere. At optimistic so I always try and find the best of a
the end of each evening you have to give a situation. The first night was a bit of disaster as
score for the evening and the person with the the host got really behind on the timing and we
highest score at the end of the week wins. I had to wait ages for the main course and then
didn’t win unfortunately but that wasn’t my only when it came out it wasn’t cooked properly. I
reason for going on it, although of course it tried to compliment her on the vegetables and
would have been nice. I 9 I 1 I watch it the presentation and told her how wonderful the
every week and I wanted to be on it myself just starter was but the others were just saying
to see what it would be like to be on the other things like ‘I’m sorry, I really can’t eat this,’ and
side of the camera. I thought it would be fun ‘Well, it’s OK, but it isn’t that great, is it?’ The
and I knew I could do it better or at least as well poor woman was nearly in tears. Fortunately my
as most of the people I’d watched. I 10 I 1 evening went well and although I’m sure they
For me it was much more about the food and had plenty of criticisms to make they did it
trying to impress with my cooking skills than behind my back rather than to my face so there
just getting on TV. was a much pleasanter atmosphere.

Was the experience what you expected? What did it feel like when you watched the
It was actually very different from what I had programme on TV?
expected. I hadn’t realised what it would be like It was really strange to see myself on TV but it
to have a camera crew with me while I was was fascinating seeing how they had edited
preparing everything and how much they everything and put it all together. I 13 I 1I
wanted to see of my house. It felt strange but watched it with a big group of friends and I kept
they were very nice and friendly and made me wanting to tell them about all the bits that had
feel comfortable. In fact they really made me been cut out. In a way the programme doesn’t
laugh while I was trying to cook and be all give a realistic portrayal of what really happened
serious. I 11 I I I knew they would be with as they tend to choose the most shocking and
me all the day I was hosting the meal but they embarrassing parts to put in but I guess that’s
wanted to see me every other day as well and what makes good television; it has to be
ask me lots of questions on camera about the entertaining.

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TEST 4 PAPER 1: READING Part 2 (questions 9-15)

Would you say it was a positive experience? happened and I think they liked my food and I
It was definitely good fun and yes I think it was was able to relax a bit more after my evening.
positive. I 14 I 1 I felt under an enormous I 15 1 1 I always feel sorry for the people who
amount of pressure the whole week knowing that have to go first because as well as doing all the
the camera was watching my every move. The cooking you have to worry about introducing
day I had to cook I felt very nervous and everyone and you have no idea what to expect.
stressed, it’s bad enough entertaining but when Overall I came second so I didn’t win the money
you know you’re being filmed it’s a hundred but felt that was quite respectable. I feel more
times worse. But at the end of the evening I felt confident cooking for other people now and I still
a great sense of achievement. Nothing awful watch the programme and enjoy it too!

A They must have had about 6 or 7 E I’m not really an exhibitionist so I

hours of footage from each of the 5 would never go on a show like Big
days and yet all you see is about 25 Brother but with this there was a point
minutes. to it; it wasn’t just about people
watching us do very ordinary
В I'm glad I did it even though I didn’t everyday things.
love every minute of it.
F I was also surprised by how much
С Everyone else made really interesting time they wanted to be with me.
dishes and we all got on really well.
G I did it because I love cooking and
D There were a real mix of personalities entertaining and I’m a huge fan of the
and there was one person in particular show.
I am very happy I’ll never have to see
again. H I went second which was much better
than going first as I had at least met all
the other people before they arrived
on my doorstep.

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 TEST 4 PAPER 1: READING Part3 (questions 16-30)

Part 3

You are going to read an article about four different well-known beaches. For questions 16-30 choose
from the places (A-D). The beaches may be chosen more than once. When more than one answer
is required they may be given in any order.

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

According to the text which beach or beaches:

are close to big cities? 16 ! 17 |

is just one of many attractive beaches in the area? 18

was popular with the country’s royal family in the past? 19 |

has hosted a lot of music events? i 20

has needed to have sand imported from other beaches? i 21

has won an award for natural beauty? ; 22 |

is well connected by public transport? 23 |

have held a world sports event? 24 ; 25

sometimes has marine animals passing through the area? I 26

attracts a lot of, foreigners at Christmas? II 27 l; ........ -

has been used in a lot of publicity material? ! 28 I

have separate areas for swimming and surfing? 29 30

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Famous Beaches

Waikiki Beach, Hawaii Copacabana Beach, Brazil

Waikiki Beach is located on the southern side of the Copacabana beach gets its name from the
island of Honolulu. Its name comes from the Hawaiian area of Rio de Janeiro in which it is situated.
language and means sprouting fresh water. The beach The borough of Copacabana is to the south
is very popular because of the warm climate, clear blue of the city and is world famous because of the
skies and beautiful views, as well as the good surf. On beach. The beach is 4 kilometres long and
windy days the waves can be strong and the beach’s has historic forts at either end. The beach
long rolling break makes it ideal for all types of surfing. has been the site for all sorts of outdoor
Half of the beach is sectioned off for surfing with the events; it has hosted the FIFA Beach Soccer
other half left for swimming. The shore line now has a World Cup many times and in recent years
number of tall buildings and hotel resorts. The first hotels has been the venue for huge free concerts. It
opened in the 1880s and from the 1890s the resort grew is also where millions of people go every year
in popularity with tourists from the mainland, although to celebrate on New Year’s Eve. When it was
the area had been a retreat for the Hawaiian royal family announced that Rio de Janeiro would be
for many decades before that. The beach hosts many hosting the 2016 Olympics locals
events each year including surfing competitions, congregated on the beach to celebrate.
outrigger canoe races, hula dancing, and in recent years There are many hotels, hostels, bars,
free movies projected onto an enormous outdoor screen. nightclubs and restaurants along the
Over time the beach has suffered from erosion and there promenade and the promenade is itself a
have been a number of projects to try to protect the work of art; a 4 kilometre-long pavement
beach and replenish lost sand. At one time sand was landscape of Portuguese design.
shipped over from California although from the 1970s Copacabana is well linked to the rest of the
projects have focused on reducing further loss and city; it has 3 metro stations and numerous
sustaining the existing sand. bus services as well as 3 major roads

В Bondi Beach, Australia Praia da Marinha, Portugal

Bondi beach is a well-known and popular beach; it is Praia de Marinha, beach of the Navy in
also the name of the suburb where it is situated to the English, is one of the more well-known of
east of Sydney. It is just 7 kilometres from the Sydney many spectacular beaches in the Algarve,
central business district. Its name comes from the the southern coastal area of Portugal. It’s
Aboriginal word meaning water breaking over rocks. famous for its stunning cliffs and clear clean
Bondi beach became increasingly popular during the water. It has been used in many advertising
middle of,the nineteenth century and was declared a campaigns and in promotional material for
public beach in 1882. It remains popular with locals and Portugal. In 1998 the Portuguese Ministry of
visitors and is particularly popular with British and Irish the Environment awarded it the Golden
tourists on Christmas day. The beach is about one Beach award for its outstanding natural
kilometre long. Areas safe for swimming are shown by qualities. There are many other beautiful
red and yellow flags and the southern end is generally beaches along the same stretch of coast; the
reserved for surfing. In addition to the underwater south facing coastline of the Algarve is over
currents a further danger comes from the sun. Despite 150 kilometres long. The Algarve has been
official warnings about the need to use sun protection in popular with tourists for many decades,
Australia there are no sun umbrellas on Bondi beach. particularly those from Northern Europe. In
Sharks, however, do not present much of a risk as the addition to well-known natural beauty spots,
beach is protected by an underwater shark net during nice beaches and a warm mild climate,
the summer. During their months of migration it is tourists are attracted by the growing number
possible to see whales and dolphins in the area and very of high quality golf courses. Tourism is now
occasionally penguins. The beach regularly hosts many the most important economic activity in the
public events including a short film festival and a area.
sculpture exhibition. During the 2000 Sydney Olympics
the beach was the site for the beach volleyball
competition.

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 TEST 4 PAPER 2: WRITING Part 1 (question 1)

Part 1

You must answer this question. Write your answer in 120-150 words in an appropriate style on the
opposite page.

1 You have seen the following advertisement in a newspaper. Your family is interested in booking
a holiday, but you would like more information.

Read the advertisement and the notes you have made for yourself. Then write to Eden Valley
Chalets, using all your notes.

EdenValley Chalets
Perfect Holidays
for families!
Our chalets have a double bedroom with en-suite
bathroom and kitchen.

Large chalets accomodate 4-6 people. ~

How many
bedrooms?
’One minute from the beach, with water sports
Which? available.

The nearest town boasts a medieval cathedral of

How far? great historical interest as well as modern shopping
facilities, restaurants, theatres and cinemas. Has to be in
early June or
Price? late August.

Write your letter. You must use grammatically correct sentences with accurate spelling and
punctuation in a style appropriate for the situation.

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Question 1

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 TEST 4 PAPER 2: WRITING Part 2 (questions 2-5)

Part 2

Write an answer to one of the questions 2-5 in this part. Write your answer in 120-180 words in an
appropriate style on the opposite page. Put the question number in the box at the top of the page.

2 You have been discussing families in your English lessons, and your teacher has asked you
to write about the following topic for homework:

How does growing up in a large fam ily compare with growing up in a small fam ily? What are
the advantages and disadvantages?

Write your essay.

3 You recently stayed at the home of an English-speaking friend, Jane, in her country. Write a
letter to Jane thanking her and saying how you feel about being home and what aspects of the
visit you particularly enjoyed.

Write your letter. Do not write any addresses.

4 You have decided to enter a short story competition organised by a local newspaper. The rules
say that the story must end with the following sentence:

We put it back where we had found it and agreed never to speak about it again.

Write your story for the competition.

5 Answer one of the following two questions based on your reading of one of the set books.
Write the letter (a) or (b) as well as the number 5 in the question box on the opposite page.

(a) Write an essay describing how the relationship between 2 or 3 of the characters in the
book changes. Explain how and why it changes.

(b) Write a review of the book for other students of English. Say why or why not it is useful
for people learning English and say whether or not you would recommend it.

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Part 1

For questions 1-12, read the text below and decide which answer (А, В, С or D) best fits each gap.
There is an example at the beginning (0).

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

Example:

0 A sports В hobbies С past times D exercices

Climbing

The craze of extreme (0 )..........in the 1990s brought new popularity to climbing. It has also featured
in many popular films, although Hollywood does not always give an (1) .......... picture of what
climbing really involves. There are many different types of climbing, the most difficult and dangerous
one being alpine climbing where climbers (2 ) ......... days or weeks at a time up mountains, often in
(3) ...... ... conditions. This sort of climbing requires very (4) ......... equipment and is usually only
done by professional climbers with (5 ) ..........of experience.

However, climbing doesn't have to ( 6 ) ......... snow and ice and dangerous conditions; it can be a
very (7 )..........hobby and something you can do for just a few hours on a Saturday afternoon. At the
other end of the climbing spectrum from alpine climbing is sport climbing. This can be done indoors
or outdoors on climbing walls. These walls vary from those which are completely ( 8 ) ..........and
which have bqen designed and built specially for the purpose to (9 )..........occurring rock formations
which have been prepared for climbing with equipment bolted in place. For beginners the easiest
type of climbing is top-roping where the rope is already in (1 0 )............ All you need are climbing
shoes, a harness and an experienced climber or (11)..........to work the belay device and control the
ropes. All this basic equipment can be (1 2 )..........from most sports centres.
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1 A correct В accurate С authentic D original

2 A pass В last С spend D stay

3 A frozen В ice С freezing D winter

4 A specific В exact С precise D certain

5 A too much В enough С quantity D plenty

6 A have В involve С include D consist

7 A enjoyable В funny С happy D preferable

8 A fake В false С artificial D untrue

9 A simply В naturally С only D easily

10 A location В place С site D situation

11 A instructor В teacher С professor D coach

12 A used В borrowed С hired D lent

 TEST 4 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGLISH Part 2 (questions 13-24)

Part 2

For questions 13-24, read the text below and think of the word that best fits each gap. Use only one
word in each gap. There is an example at the beginning (0).

Write your answers IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet.

Example: [o] [7 T

First class service?

Why do people travel first class? For the majority (0) .......... is because they want more space,
complimentary food and drink and above all to be treated (13) .......... royalty. If we pay more
(1 4 )...... ... twice as much as standard class passengers we expect to receive impeccable service.
It makes sense. We are (1 5 )..........going to reach our destination any quicker so the difference can
only (16)..........in the comfort and service we receive, (17)........... will make our journey pleasanter.
Unfortunately though it seems we are not always getting (1 8 )..........money’s worth.

Most trains and planes can guarantee more space in first class (1 9 )..........airlines and train services
are sometimes unable to meet (2 0 )..........expectations of their first class passengers in terms of
complimentary refreshments and high quality service. Complimentary food and drink is often very
disappointing and not quite (2 1 )..........‘unlimited’ as advertised. At least the economy traveller has
(2 2 )..........choice of what they buy from the trolley or buffet service. In addition staff (2 3 )........... be
far from courteous. Mr Jones summed up his last first class trip to Europe as ‘unpleasant’. However,
as a regular first class traveller he acknowledges that (2 4 )..........they do get it right first class travel
*

can be a truly wonderful experience.

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TEST 4 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGLISH Part 3 (questions 25 34)

Part 3

For questions 25-34 read the text below. Use the word given in capitals at the end of some of the
lines to form a word that fits in the gap in the same line. There is an example at the beginning (0).

Write your answers IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet.

Example: [o] MA A G

A Las Vegas Wedding

Las Vegas is known as the (0 )..........capital of the world because of the MARRY
ease of obtaining a marriage licence. The process can be completed
(25)...... ... minutes in Las Vegas while it often takes several weeks and WITH
involves lots of paperwork in other parts of the world. It is also (26).......... COMPARE
cheap at just $60. This and the variety of weddings available have made
Las Vegas a popular (2 7 )..........among couples wanting to get married. DESTINY
The fact that it is (2 8 )..........to plan in advance means there are also NECESSARY
plenty of spontaneous weddings in Las Vegas each year of couples on
holiday.

'^eab)ng cere'monles'can46e'’civir6/l§^) ........ ^Sepenblng^on^wfiere

they take place and can follow all sorts of different and (30) .......... ORIGIN
themes. There are a large number of (31) .......... to choose from; LOCATE
weddings can be performed in one of the many (32) .......... wedding DEPEND
chapels or in local churches, restaurants and golf courses. Most major
hotels have their own wedding chapels. It’s also possible to have a
wedding ceremony outside in the area surrounding Las Vegas. The
(33 ) ... between different venues keeps the prices relatively low and COMPETE
(34 ) adding to the popularity. AFFORD

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Part 2

For questions 13-24, read the text below and think of the word that best fits each gap. Use only one
word in each gap. There is an example at the beginning (0).

Write your answers IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet.

Example: [о] [T

First class service?

Why do people travel first class? For the majority (0) .......... is because they want more space,
complimentary food and drink and above all to be treated (13) .......... royalty. If we pay more
(1 4 )...... ... twice as much as standard class passengers we expect to receive impeccable service.
It makes sense. We are (1 5 )..........going to reach our destination any quicker so the difference can
only (16)..........in the comfort and service we receive, (17)........... will make our journey pleasanter.
Unfortunately though it seems we are not always getting (1 8 )..........money's worth.

Most trains and planes can guarantee more space in first class (19)..........airlines and train services
are sometimes unable to meet (2 0 )..........expectations of their first class passengers in terms of
complimentary refreshments and high quality service. Complimentary food and drink is often very
disappointing and not quite (2 1 )..........‘unlimited’ as advertised. At least the economy traveller has
(2 2 )...... ... choice of what they buy from the trolley or buffet service. In addition staff (2 3 )..........be
far from courteous. Mr Jones summed up his last first class trip to Europe as ‘unpleasant’. However,
as a regular first class traveller he acknowledges that (2 4 )..........they do get it right first class travel
can be a truly wonderful experience.

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TEST 4 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGLISH Part 3 (questions 25 34)

Part 3

For questions 25-34 read the text below. Use the word given in capitals at the end of some of the
lines to form a word that fits in the gap in the same line. There is an example at the beginning (0).

Write your answers IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet.

Example: [о] [mA R A (5

A Las Vegas Wedding

Las Vegas is known as the (0 )......... capital of the world because of the MARRY
ease of obtaining a marriage licence. The process can be completed
(2 5 )..........minutes in Las Vegas while it often takes several weeks and WITH
involves lots of paperwork in other parts of the world. It is also (26).......... COMPARE
cheap at just $60. This and the variety of weddings available have made
Las Vegas a popular (2 7 )..........among couples wanting to get married. DESTINY
The fact that it is (2 8 )..........to plan in advance means there are also NECESSARY
plenty of spontaneous weddings in Las Vegas each year of couples on
holiday.

Wedding ceremonies can be civil or (29) .......... depending on where RELIGION

they take place and can follow all sorts of different and (30) .........................ORIGIN
themes. There are a large number of (31) .......... to choose from; LOCATE
weddings can be performed in one of the many (32) .......... wedding DEPEND
chapels or in local churches, restaurants and golf courses. Most major
hotels have their own wedding chapels. It’s also possible to have a
wedding ceremony outside in the area surrounding Las Vegas. The
(33 ) between different venues keeps the prices relatively low and COMPETE
(34 ) adding to the popularity. AFFORD

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 TEST 4 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGLISH Part 4 (questions 35 42)

Part 4

For questions 35-42, complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first
sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given. You must use between two and
five words, including the word given. Here is an example (0).

Example: 0 I haven’t seen him for at least 2 years.

TIME
T h e ........................................................... was more than 2 years ago.

The gap can be filled by the words ‘last time I saw him’, so you write:

Example: [oj LAST TIME I SAW HIM

Write only the missing words IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet.

35 Arron is much better at managing the company than his predecessor.

A
Arron i s .......................................of the company than the last one.

36 I regret not telling them the truth sooner.

HAD
I w ish.......................................the truth sooner.

37 I’ve never heard this band play live before.

TIME
This i s .......................................ever heard this band play live.

38 You mustn’t eat or drink anywhere inside the theatre.

IS
Eating and drinking.......................................inside the theatre.

39 ‘We’ll probably go to the cinema on Saturday night.’

LIKELY
They said th e y .......................................to the cinema on Saturday night.

40 You should go now or you’ll miss the train.

HAD
You.......................................now or you’ll miss the train.

41 He usually gets home before I do.

GET
H e .......................................home before I do.

42 Dave goes running at 7 o’clock every morning despite it still being dark at that time.
EVEN
Dave goes running at 7 o’clock every morning.......................................still dark at that time.

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?r
d2 Parti
You’ll hear people talking in eight different situations. For questions 1-8, choose the best answer
(A, В or C).

1 You hear a woman talking about her pet. What is the problem with it?
A Her neighbours have complained about it.
В It is sick.
С It is noisy.

2 You hear someone talking about their job. What do they do?
A a nurse
В a firefighter
С a police officer

3 You hear a man talking on the radio about a local school. Why is the school being pulled
down?
A There aren’t enough students.
В It has become dangerous.
С A new school is being built.

4 You hear someone talking about a famous actor. How does she know him?
A They went to drama school together.
В They went to university together.
С They went to school together.

5 You hear someone ordering a meal in a restaurant. Which dish doesn’t have salad included?
A the burger
B. the fish and chips
С the fried chicken

6 You hear a tour guide talking to a group of visitors in a gallery. What does he tell them about
the gallery?
A Large groups aren’t allowed in certain areas of it.
В It’s advisable just to visit one section of it.
С They could get lost in it.

7 You hear a television weather forecast. What is the weather going to be like today in the east
of the country?
A rainy
В sunny
С snowy

8 You hear a girl talking to her mother. Why does she want her mother’s hat?
A To wear it to a party.
В It’s fashionable.
С She needs a new hat.

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TEST 4 PAPER 4: LISTENING Part 2 (questions 9-18)

CD 2
P 3
Part 2

You’ll hear a radio interview with a plastic surgeon. For questions 9-18, complete the sentences.

Dr Nigel Bryan

Dr Bryan has over 9 experience.

He became interested when he was in residency training at 10

Many of the fundamental surgical techniques have 11

The general population of women and men considering cosmetic procedures is

12

He is a specialist in 13

On his website he says that cosmetic surgery can help a person with
14

Serious medical complications rarely if ever occur 15

In general, most patients are thrilled, happy and require 16

His son’s name is 17

Dr Bryan says it is a thrill and privilege to work with his 18

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TEST 4 PAPER 4: LISTENING Part 3 (questions 19-23)

CD 2
I** .
Part 3

You will hear five different people talking about what they like about London. For questions 19-23
choose from the list A-F the reason each speaker gives for why they like the city so much. There is
one extra letter which you do not need to use.

A There’s always something to do.

Speaker 1 19

В I like its architecture.

Speaker 2 20

С It’s very cosmopolitan.

Speaker 3 21

D It reminds me of home.
Speaker 4 22

E I like its parks.

Speaker 5 23

F I like its general atmosphere.

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Si Part 4

You will hear a talk from the director of an animal sanctuary. For questions 24-30, choose the best
answer (A, В or C).

24 What does she say about llamas?

A They don’t need saving.
В They were valuable.
С They are complicated animals.

25 Why did people buy llamas?

A Because they were exotic.
В Because nobody had seen them.
С Because they were useful.

26 What does she say about llamas’ life expectancy?

A They often die young.
В Every llama is different.
С They live for a long time.

27 What happened to the llama called Cybil?

A She wasn’t fed.
В People used to ride her.
С An animal attacked her.

28 What does Llamacare do for the llamas?

A It finds them homes on other farms.
В It gives them a home for the rest of their life.
С It moves them around regularly.

29 When llamas arrive at Llamacare

A many have to be shot.
В they are given an examination.
С they are trained.

30 What does Llamacare need?

A a new centre
В clean barns
С money

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Part 1
3 minutes

What’s your name? (Candidate A )

(Repeat fo r Candidate В)

Where are you from? / Where do you live? (Candidate A >

What do you like about living in ... ?
And you (Candidate B) Where are you from? / Where do you live?
What do you like about living in ... ?
Choose questions fmm the sections below: ask different questions to each candidate, in any order.

Free time and interests

What do you like doing at weekends?

Do you prefer to spend your free time alone or with friends? Why?
How much of your free time do you spend with your family? What sorts of things do
you do together?
Do you have any hobbies that you’ve done for a long time? What?
Do you enjoy trying new activities? Have you tried anything new recently?

Daily routine

Do you prefer getting up early in the morning or staying up late at night? Why?
What’s your favourite day of the week? Why?
Do you spend a lot of time at home? What do you do there?
Do you prefer to have the same routine every day or do you prefer to do different
things every day? Why?
Is there anything you’d like to change about your daily routine?

Future plans

What are you planning to do for your next holiday?

Is there anything you’d like to study in the future? (What? Why?)
* What job would you like to be doing in 10 years time?
Would you like to live abroad in the future?
Is there anything you’re really looking forward to in the next few weeks?
(What? Why?)

Travel and holidays

Tell us about a special place you’ve visited.

Is there anywhere in the world you’d really like to visit? (Where? Why?)
Do you like to spend your holiday in the same place each year or do you prefer to
go somewhere different each year?
Do you prefer going on holiday in the summer or winter? Why?
What do you like to do when you’re on holiday?

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TEST 4 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 2

Part 2
4 minutes

Interlocutor In this part of the test I’m going to give each of you two different photographs.
I’d like you to talk about your photographs on your own for about a minute.

(Candidate A) It’s your turn first. Here are your photographs. They show
people taking photos. Compare the photos and say why you think the
people are taking these photos.

Look at page 202.

Candidate A
■' approximately
1 minute

Interlocutor Thank you.

(Candidate B) Do you take many photographs?

Candidate В
20-30 seconds

Interlocutor Thank you.

Now (Candidate B) it’s your turn. Here are your photographs. They show
people winning prizes.

Compare the photos and say how you think the people are feeling.

Look at page 203.

Candidate В
© approximately
1 minute j

Interlocutor Thank you.

(Candidate A ) Have you ever won a prize?

Candidate A
© 20-30 seconds

Interlocutor Thank you.

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TEST 4 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Parts 3 and 4

Parts 3 and 4
7 minutes

Part 3

Interlocutor Now I’d like you to talk about something together for about 3 minutes.
(4 minutes fo r groups o f three)

A young man is moving house and needs to buy a lot of new things. Here are
some pictures of the things he is thinking of buying. Talk together about how
important each of these things will be in his new house and then decide
which two things he needs the least.

Look at page 204.

Candidates
© approximately ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

3 minutes
(4 minutes fo r
groups o f three)

Interlocutor Thank you.

Part 4

Interlocutor Select any o f the follow ing questions, as appropriate:

* Which of these things could you live without?

* What do you think is the most difficult thing about moving house?

* Some people like to stay living in the same area all their lives, why do
you think this is?

* Would you consider moving to a completely different city?

W hy?/W hy not?

* What do you think is the best age to move out of your parents’ home?
Why?

* Would you prefer to live in a big house with friends or a small house
alone?

* Do you think it’s a good idea to live very close to where you work?
Why? / Why not?

Thank you. That is the end of the test.

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Part 1

You are going to read an interview with a successful novelist. For questions 1-8 choose the answer
(А, В, С or D) which you think fits best according to the text.

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

Darren Bell is a well-known household name and has had three best-sellers. I met him to find out
what his secret was. He writes in such a natural, easy-going style I wasn't surprised when he told
me he had been writing stories from a very young age. I ’ve always enjoyed w riting; I used to write
short stories when I was at school and really enjoyed the opportunity to be creative and let my
imagination run wild.’ When I asked how his family and friends reacted to his creative writing he
explained that it was largely thanks to their positive feedback that he had pursued a career as a
writer. He said his teachers and parents always encouraged him to write and to enter competitions;
he won his first writing competition at school when he was just 7 years old, ‘My story was printed in
the local newspaper, it was really exciting and my Mum still has a copy of the paper somewhere.’
‘Did you ever feel very different from your school friends?’ I asked him. ‘Not at all.' he said. ‘We did
all the normal things like watch football together, go out on our bikes and so on. The only difference
was that I would be more likely to have a notebook in my bag and might som etim es write ideas
line 13 down, but my friends were used to that, it didn’t feel strange and no-one ever said anything about it.’
I asked how his passion for writing developed as he got older and how he found his particular fictional
style. He explained that when he went to university he got involved in writing for the university
newspaper. He told me he wrote all sorts of different articles but at the end of the day after trying all
sorts of different writing types he decided he preferred writing fiction rather than serious articles about
news events. ‘As it is now, it was always the sense of getting completely lost in my own world that
attracted me. I like being creative and I feel more comfortable expressing my own ideas and images
rather than writing about things that are real.’ He explained this further by saying that when you write
about true facts you have to justify everything and get things right but when he was w riting his own
stories he felt like he could write about anything he liked. That’s not to say you don't have to do a
lot of research,’ he pointed out. He told me he had spent hours in libraries and m useum s looking up
all sorts of things from chemical equations to dinosaurs and that the best source of inform ation was
talking to experts and people who had really experienced the sorts of things he wanted the
characters in his books to experience. He says it’s important to make the events and characters
seem believable otherwise people won’t connect with the story. ‘I always make an effort to research
my subject matter properly as there will always be someone out there who really does know about
whatever I’m talking about and I don’t want anybody to read my books and think I'm talking
nonsense.’
I asked him where he got his inspiration from for his unusual storylines and he openly admitted that
it was very boring everyday events. ‘When I write I start by thinking of a real situation and real people
and then imagine what they might do if something unexpected or unusual happened. I like to write
about how different people react and how this affects their relationships with one another.' He added
that one thing that he always tried to ensure was that his stories had a clear and satisfying ending.
‘I don’t like to leave any loose ends,’ he said. ‘I myself find it frustrating if at the end of a book
something is not explained, so I try and avoid this frustration for my readers.’ He also says he tries
to give his novels happy endings. ‘That’s not to say sad things don’t happen in my novels because
they do and any story where everyone is happy and only good things happen would be very
unrealistic, but I don’t want readers to finish my novels feeling depressed, so I like to finish on a
positive note.’
And finally what is his key to success? According to Darren the most important thing is to have a
great team of friends and family behind you to help you and support you. ‘I am lucky to have a very
supportive and understanding family and numerous friends, who have been fantastic and helped by
reading endless drafts of my work and giving very honest comments on it. I couldn’t have done any
of it without them.’

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1 Why was the interviewer not surprised that Darren had been writing since a young age?
A Because he writes like a trained professional.
В Because he has a very relaxed way of writing.
С Because he is well-known for the stories he wrote as a child.
D Because his stories are very creative.

2 How did he feel when he won his first writing competition?

A embarrassed
В different from his friends
С excited
D he was too young to feel anything

3 When he says ‘my friends were used to that’ in line 13, what does ‘that’ refer to?
A watching football and going for bike rides together
В Darren winning competitions
С carrying notebooks in their bags
D Darren writing things down in his notebook

4 Why does he say he prefers writing creative fiction to writing about real news events?
A He has never written about real life events.
В He finds real life events boring.
С He likes to make things up.
D Writing fiction means he doesn’t have to do research.

5 Why does he think it is important that the people and events in his books are believable?
A Because if they are not readers will not understand the story.
В Because if they are not readers will not get involved in the story.
С Because people want to read about everyday people and events.
D Because people prefer to read about things they know something about.

6 Wh0t does he always make sure his stories have?

A a definite finish
В a good beginning
С real life characters
D interesting events

7 Why does he say he includes unhappy events in his stories?

A Because he likes to make people feel depressed.
В Because writing only about happy things can be frustrating.
С Because he knows more about sad events.
D Because he wants his stories to be like real life.

8 How does he say his friends have helped him?

A by telling him what they really think of his work
В by always telling him how good his books are
С by buying all his books
D by understanding he has a lot of work

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TEST 5 PAPER 1: READING Part 2 (questions 9-15)

Part 2

You are going to read an article in which a young man who lives in London explains why cycling is
by the far the best way to get around in a big city. Seven sentences have been removed from the
article. Choose from the sentences A-H the one which fits each gap (9-15). There is one extra
sentence which you do not need to use.

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

Why I cycle in the city

I cycle because it is cheaper, quicker, more The other alternative would be to travel by car
reliable, it is better for the environment and it is but again there are all sorts of reasons why the
better for me; both mentally and physically. Public bike is a hundred times better. I 11 I I
transport is so expensive and so unreliable these Firstly, travelling by car is extremely expensive,
days I try to use it as little as possible. On the something which in the future will only get
underground and trains there are always delays, worse as fuel prices continue to rise and
planned and unplanned closures and you can parking restrictions increase. And while you
wait half an hour for a bus to then sit in a traffic don’t have to deal with impatient and stressed
jam. I 9 I 1 Public transport can be so passengers pushing you off trains or buses you
uncomfortable too; it gets so crowded in the rush have to suffer impatient and stressed drivers
hour with hundreds of people all crammed into a next to you and behind you in heavy traffic.
tiny space. This makes it a stressful and I 12 I 1 If there are hold ups because of
unpleasant beginning or end to everyone’s day. traffic problems or an accident, we cyclists can
No one looks at anyone else, even though you just keep on going while cars have to sit and
are only centimetres away from each other and wait; how often do you hear someone
all social graces go out the window. I much prefer apologising for being late because they were
to be on my bike. I know how long it will take me ‘stuck in traffic’? Often. A further disadvantage
to get where I am going and I am outside in the is the difficulty of parking; there is never a free
fresh air. I 10 I 1 The one thing I used to like parking space at the end of the day in the street
about travelling by train was reading the free so unless you want to drive around for hours
paper or a good book but sometimes it is so busy looking for a space the only option is to have a
you don’t have enough space to do that. It is true garage; an additional cost. In the city centre the
that at less busy times of the day public transport few public car parks which exist are
isn’t such a bad way to get around, except that at unbelievably expensive. I can leave my bike
times of the day when fewer people want to use more or less anywhere and don’t have to pay a
trains and buses there are, logically, fewer of penny. I 13 1 I Finally and by no means the
them. In my experience an off-peak journey might least important problem with travelling by car is
be cheaper and pleasanter in the sense that you that it is extremely harmful to the environment.
can sit down, read a book and generally not have If more people left their cars at home or car-
your personal space invaded, but your journey shared we could reduce our carbon emissions
will take longer as you’ll have to wait longer for significantly.
connections.

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TEST 5 PAPER 1: READING Part 2 (questions 9-15)

There are of course also some drawbacks to busy day it sometimes just seems too much
cycling. I 14 I 1 There is no denying it really energy to get on my bike and cycle for forty
is unpleasant cycling in the rain. However, it is minutes but once I get going I always feel much
also not nice to be on the bus or train or driving better for the physical exercise.
a car in the rain. Safety of course is an issue too,
although in recent years a lot more cycle lanes For me there is no contest, cycling is simply the
have been put in place and I think drivers are best way to get around. Walking is the only other
more aware of cyclists now than they used to be. way I would contemplate getting around in the
Another thing is that when you cycle you have to city, but of course that is really only possible for
carry a change of clothes with you which can be short distances.
inconvenient but I have got used to it and now I
actually like arriving at work and changing into
clean, dry things. I 15 1 1At the end of a long

A Cycling at quiet times of the day E Also cyclists are, on the whole, nice to
means you can get where you want to each other unlike fellow commuters
be in even less time. on the train or bus.

В Even on a good day my journey by F A journey by car to work in the

uhderground, train or bus would take morning can be a very exhausting
me longer than cycling and my bike experience.
takes me all the way to where I want
to go. G When I get home I can literally just
pick it up and bring it inside with me.
С The bad weather is probably the
worst. H Of course in a car you have your own
space and don’t have the same
D The only other negative point is that it pressures as on public transport but
can be tiring. there are other problems to deal with.

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Part 3

You are going to read an article in which five people talk about when they have been in very bad
weather conditions. For questions 16-30 choose from the people (A-E). The people may be chosen
more than once. When more than one answer is required they may be given in any order.

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

Which person or people:

followed the advice some other people gave them? I 16

did not follow the advice they were given? I 17

would act differently if they were in the same situation again? I 18

still likes a certain type of weather despite a bad experience in the past? 19 20

lost something they owned in bad weather? I 21

wore extra clothes to protect themselves from bad weather conditions? 22 23

was alone when they experienced the bad weather conditions? 24 25

were not in the place where they usually live when

they experienced the bad weather? 26 27 28

does not like a certain type of weather because of their bad experience? I 29
j -----
couldn’t see where they were because of the bad weather conditions? I 30

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Extreme Weather

A Dave in Oxford С Lauren in Sydney

I love it when it rains. I love being indoors The strangest thing I’ve ever seen is a dust storm. I woke
and hearing the rain outside and watching it up and looked outside and everything was red. It was
through the window. I even enjoy walking in really weird; there was an eerie orange fog, just like
the rain, but there was one time when I very something out of a science fiction film about an alien
nearly got swept away by the rain. It was invasion or something. I was quite scared being on my
what is called a flash flood. It had been own and turned the TV on to find out what was going on
raining hard all day and I was on my way and that’s when I found it was a dust storm and not the
home from work on my bike. There’s a river end of the world. I felt calmer after that. Apparently it was
near my house and it had been in danger of caused by a combination of very dry weather and strong
flooding for a number of days. Sandbags had winds. They were recommending people stay inside as
been put in place to build up a protective there had been reports of people suffering breathing
barrier and prevent it from breaking its problems but I had to go to work so I just wrapped a
banks, however, it wasn’t enough. The water scarf around my face and went out in it. It didn’t last long
level reached a point where it simply and started to clear by the middle of the afternoon but it
overflowed and in a matter of seconds the caused a lot of disruption; they had to cancel lots of
country lane I was cycling along became a flights and ferries.
small river of fast-running water. I was
dragged off my bike by the water and pulled
about 10 metres down the road. I managed D Daniel in Tunisia
to grab onto the branch of a tree and get The weather I really like is when it’s warm and sunny; a
myself out of the water. My bike was not so perfect summers’ day. Sitting in the garden in the
lucky and it disappeared from sight. sunshine makes me very happy. However, the sun in the
Sahara Desert is a whole different matter. I was on
holiday with friends in Tunisia and as part of our tour we
в Jada in St Lucia were taken on a camel ride through the desert. I don’t
I don’t like the wind: it reminds me of when I think it was a terribly well organised tour as we ended up
was in a hurricane on holiday one year. I was in the desert at about 4 o’clock in the afternoon, almost
only young and on holiday with my parents the hottest time of the day. We were given plenty of
and it was the middle of summer. We'd been protective clothing and we were only in the desert for
on the beach all day in glorious sunshine about 40 minutes but even then you get quite a good
when suddenly the sky began to get very sense of just how hot and barren it can be in the desert.
dark. Lots of people started leaving the The dunes look endless and there is absolutely nothing
beach and told us we should do the same. in sight except sand and sky and the heat is very
No one seemed to be panicking but there 'T.ense: tnere is no escape from it.
was definitely a sense of urgency. When we
qot back to the hotel they told us it would be
better to stay downstairs in the lounge roorr E Ryan in New York
and that if we had to go to our rooms we I love the winter, blue skies and really cold temperatures
should not go anywhere near the balcony and snow. I love going for walks in the cold weather but
and keep all the doors and windows shut. So one year on holiday in New York I had quite a frightening
we stayed in the hotel restaurant and experience in the snow. My girlfriend and I were on
listened to the wind and the rain outside. We holiday and when it started snowing we thought it was
couldn’t see anything because all the wonderful. We were quite a long way from our hotel and
shutters were closed. The most frightening being young and naive we thought it would be fun to
thing was looking outside in the morning after walk in the snow. We weren’t very well-dressed for the
the storm had passed. The hotel garden was weather and had completely under-estimated how much
devastated; two small trees had been it was going to snow. Within about ten minutes we could
knocked down and many others had no longer see where we were going and it was
branches broken off. It was terrible. impossible to tell where the road was. It was dangerous.
It was a proper blizzard and very disorientating. All we
could see was white. We got back to the hotel eventually
but if I found myself in a situation like that again I think I
would be much more sensible: I’d stay in the warm until
the snow had passed.
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TEST 5 PAPER 2: WRITING Part 1 (question 1)

Part 1

You must answer this question. Write your answer in 120-150 words in an appropriate style on the
opposite page.

1 You have received an email from your English-speaking friend, Emma, who is thinking of
opening a restaurant.

Read Emma’s email and the notes you have made. Then write an email to Emma, using all
your notes.

email

From: Emma Brown

Sent: 25th October
Subject: Restaurant

I’m thinking of opening a restaurant in my home town! Can you believe

it?

I’ve decided that I’d like to serve food that we don’t often find in
Say
restaurants in this country. So, I thought I would come to visit you and
when
get some ideas for meals. When would be the best time to come?------- -
and
I’d like to find some local dishes which maybe aren’t so famous
why
Suggest—- worldwide, but might appeal to people in my home town.
,l’d also like to visit some restaurants in your town which serve local food.
Could you suggest one?
Yes, ^ ^ ’m hoping to open the restaurant in three months. Do you think you
give would be able to attend the opening party?—
details — -__ No>
I’m looking forward to hearing from you. because

Emma

Write your email. You must use grammatically correct sentences with accurate spelling and
punctuation in a style appropriate for the situation.

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Question 1

email

To: Emma Brown

Sent: 26th October
Subject: Restaurant

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 TEST 5 PAPER 2: WRITING Part 2 (questions 2-5)

Part 2

Write an answer to one of the questions 2-5 in this part. Write your answer in 120-180 words in an
appropriate style on the opposite page. Put the question number in the box at the top of the page.

2 You recently took part in a discussion about living in cities. Your teacher has now asked you
to write an essay, answering the following question and giving your reasons:

Which is better, living in a city or living in the country?

Write your essay.

3 Your school magazine has asked you to suggest how television, especially for young people,
could be improved in your country.

Write an article for the magazine, making your suggestions.

4 You work for your local tourist information office. Your manager has asked you to write a report
on the entertainment facilities in your town. Describe the current facilities and suggest ways in
which they could be improved to attract more tourists to the area.

Write your report.

5 Answer one of the following two questions based on your reading of one of the set books.
Write the letter (a) or (b) as well as the number 5 in the question box on the opposite page.

(a) Write a letter to a friend about the book, giving your opinion of it and saying why you
think your friend would enjoy it.

(b) Write the story of what happens to one of the minor characters of the book,
concentrating on that particular character.

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TEST 5 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGLISH Part 1 (questions 112)

Part 1

For questions 1-12, read the text below and decide which answer (А, В, С or D) best fits each gap.
There is an example at the beginning (0).

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

Example:

0 A assistants В helpers С supporters D colleagues

The virtual assistant

Personal ( 0 ) ..........are no more. They have been replaced with a much more ( 1 ) ............version
called virtual assistants (VAs). VAs do not work in big city offices dressed in ( 2 ) ..........black suits.
Nor do they work exclusively for one (3 )............ The VA works from home and may help to run the
lives of up to 30 business people simultaneously. They are self-employed and (4 )..........by the hour
allowing great flexibility on both sides. VAs have more equality than (5) .......... PAs; they have
customers rather than bosses.

There are a few disadvantages to the job; you work alone all day and so have no colleagues to chat
to over coffee and you can ( 6 ) ......... the social interaction. But on the plus side no day is ever the
same. There is no boring routine or rigid (7 )..........and the variety of jobs you might be asked to do
means it is never (8 ) ............

Clients who employ a VA benefit from being able to outsource. Their VA can do the tasks they don’t
have time to do; typing, filing, ( 9 ) ..........flights, uploading a blackberry and even (1 0 )............to
clients. VAs are perfect for the self-employed and small businesses, they don’t need annual
(11)..........and can be (1 2 )........... for one-off days or weeks.

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TEST 5 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGLISH Part 1 (questions 1-12)

1 A free В flexible С adjustable D rigid

2 A informal В smart С neat D clean

3 A chief В leader С boss D director

4 A charged В earned С rewarded D paid

5 A traditional В old С original D ancient

6 A lose В lack С forget D miss

7 A agenda В diary С timetable D journal

8 A still В slow С regular D dull

9 A ordering В finding out С booking D paying

10 A talking В discussing С telling D explaining

11 A salaries В pay С wages D money

12 A. used В employed С borrowed D worked

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Part 2

For questions 13-24, read the text below and think of the word that best fits each gap. Use only one
word in each gap. There is an example at the beginning (0).

Write your answers IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet.

Example: [o] N

A small pet

Miniature dogs that fit ( 0 ) ..........your handbag have been popular (1 3 )........... a long time but now
there’s a new must have mini animal; the micro pig. This could (1 4 )..........the new pet for the family
(15) ......... has everything. According to breeder Jane Croft they make fantastic pets (1 6 )..........
they are very low maintenance and don’t make much noise. They are easy to toilet train and once
you have bonded with (1 7 )..........they are very loving. In fact with training they can be intelligent
and well-behaved pets. (1 8 )..........popular belief, they are clean animals and do not smell. They
need outdoor space though and regular exercise so are (1 9 )..........ideal for families living in small
flats.

Miniature pigs (20)......... first developed for medical research in Europe before being introduced as
pets in the USA in the 1980s. Since (2 1 )...........the animals have been used (2 2 )........... scientists
throughout the world and are now becoming a fashionable pet in Europe. Scientists have used
miniature pigs in all sorts (23) .......... studies including organ transplantation. Miniature pigs are
better for medical research (2 4 ).......... normal breeds of pigs because they don’t have the same
weight and health problems large pigs do. They will make better pets too for the same reasons.

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Part 3

For questions 25-34 read the text below. Use the word given in capitals at the end of some of the
lines to form a word that fits in the gap in the same line. There is an example at the beginning (0).

Write your answers IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet.

Example: [oj 13 GG К

An Olympic host

The modern Olympic Games were first established in Athens in 1896 and
now take place every two years. They alternate between summer and
winter Olympics although the summer Olympics are much (0) ............ BIG
They are a major sporting event in which thousands of (2 5 )......... take ATHLETICS
part from all over the world.
They have grown in size (2 6 )..........over the years so that now almost SIGNIFICANT
every nation in the world is represented.

It was decided by the International Olympics Committee (IOC) which was

first set up in 1894 that if the games were to be (2 7 )..........international TRUE
they should take place in a different city each time they are celebrated. It
is the IOC’s (2 8 )...... ...to choose the host city, which they do through a RESPONSIBLE
long (2 9 )..........process. SELECT
The host city is responsible for organising and funding the (3 0 ).......... CELEBRATE
Hosting such a massive international event is not without its
challenges, such as, meeting huge demands for infrastructure and
(31) ...... ... as well as dealing with issues like bribery of officials, ACCOMMODATE
doping, boycotting and terrorism. However, the benefits seem to
outweigh the (32) .......... and cities throughout the world continue to ADVANTAGE
compete for the privilege, because for the (3 3 )..........city the Olympic CHOOSE
Games is an (3 4 )..........to promote both the host city and the country OPPORTUNE
as a whole to the rest of the world.

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TEST 5 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGLISH Part 4 (questions 35 42)

Part 4

For questions 35-42, complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first
sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given. You must use between two and
five words, including the word given. Here is an example (0).

Example: 0 I haven’t seen him for at least 2 years.

TIME
T h e ........................................................... was more than 2 years ago.

The gap can be filled by the words ‘last time I saw him’, so you write:

Example: [o] LAST TIME I SAW HIM

Write only the missing words IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet.

35 Billy likes meeting people and finds it easy to make new friends.
DIFFICULTY
Billy likes meeting people a n d .......................................new friends.

36 Melissa was pleased because the meeting was better than she had expected.
BAD
Melissa was pleased because the meeting.......................................she had expected.

37 Darren will be annoyed if Marco doesn’t return his call soon.

CALLS
Darren will be annoyed.......................................soon.

38 ‘Why don’t you paint the walls white?’ Stefan said.

SUGGESTED
Stefan .................................... the walls white.

39 You have to water the plants twice a week.

WATERING
The plants.......................................twice a week.

40 I wish I could afford to buy a car.

HAD
I’d like to buy a c a r.......................................money.

41 I can’t wait to see you on Friday.

FORWARD
I’m really............................... .......on Friday.

42 It started raining at 6 o’clock this morning and it’s still raining now.
BEEN
I t .......................................6 o’clock this morning.

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TEST 5 PAPER 4: LISTENING Part 1 (questions 1-8)

Щ Part 1
You’ll hear people talking in eight different situations. For questions 1-8, choose the best answer, A,
В or C.

1 You hear someone talking about a new road. What is her opinion of the road?
A She thinks it will make her journey to the shops longer.
В She is in favour of it.
С She’s worried it will harm local wildlife.

2 You hear someone talking about their degree. What did they study?
A Medicine
В Fine arts
С Science

3 You hear a man speaking to someone. Who is he speaking to?

A a customer
В a student
С his cleaner

4 You hear a woman talking to her neighbour. What does she want her neighbour to do?
A look after her cat
В feed her son
С water her plants

5 You hear a woman talking about going to a beauty salon. What is she going to have done?
A get a new hairstyle
В have a manicure
С have a massage

6 YOU: hear someone talking to her colleague. Why is she upset?

A Something is missing.
В Something got wet.
С Something is broken.

7 You are in a computer repair shop. When will your computer be ready?
A Friday
В Monday
С Tuesday

8 You hear someone talking about his journey to work. How does he feel about it?
A It’s relaxing.
В It’s stressful.
С It takes too long.
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CD 2
TR 7 Part 2

You’ll hear part of a radio documentary about a dessert. For questions 9-18 complete the sentences.

Pavlova

Pavlova is a meringue-based dessert named after the 9

Anna Pavlova.

The dessert is believed to have been created to honour the dancer during or after one of her tours
to Australia and New Zealand in 10

All currently available research suggests the recipe originated in 11

Professor Helen Leach, a culinary anthropologist at the University of Otago in New Zealand, has
researched the pavlova, and has compiled a library of cookbooks containing
12 pavlova recipes.

It has been claimed that Bert Sachse originated the dish at the Esplanade Hotel in
13 in 1935.

Matthew Evans, a restaurant critic for The Sydney Morning Herald said it was unlikely
14 about the pavlova’s origins would ever be found.

Pavlova is made by 15 to a very stiff consistency before folding

in caster sugar, white vinegar, cornstarch, and sometimes vanilla, and slow-baking the mixture
similarly to meringue.

Raspberry is a popular topping in 16

A commercial product is available that includes pre-mixed ingredients for baking the meringue
shell, requiring only the addition of 17

Те Papa, New Zealand’s national museum in Wellington, celebrated

18 in February 1999 with the creation of the world’s largest pavlova.

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tr8 Part3
You will hear five different people talking about their first job. For questions 19-23 choose from the
list A-F to say what each person says about it. Use the letters only once. There is one extra letter
which you do not need to use.

A the speaker told a lie

Speaker 1 19

В the speaker was injured

Speaker 2 20

С the speaker was sacked

Speaker 3 21

D the speaker was given a warning

Speaker 4 22

E the speaker did a variety of activities

Speaker 5 23

F it inspired the speaker to choose their career

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TEST 5 PAPER 4: LISTENING Part 4 (questions 24-30)

Part 4

You will hear an author talking about his time at school. For questions 24-30, choose the best answer
(A, В or C).

24 The author’s family

A had been to the same school.
В hated their time at the school.
С received a poor education at the school.

25 The other boys at the school

A also hated following the rules.
В didn’t seem to mind the routine.
С were very happy.

26 The author’s illness during the first term was

A not treated by the school nurse.
В not as bad as he had thought.
С so serious that he nearly died.

27 When he was in hospital the author

A was disturbed by the nurses’ behaviour.
В felt sorry for the other patients.
С didn’t want to disturb the nurses.

28 The result of his illness meant that

A he was off school for a year.
В was taught in the school library.
С he got some private time to himself.

29 When the author was leaving school, his headmaster thought the author would
A regret his last day at school.
В realise how good his time at school had been.
С be glad to be leaving school.

30 The author now

A agrees with his headmaster.
В still feels the same way he felt when he left school.
С isn’t sure about his feelings.

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TEST 5 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Pan 1

Part 1
3 minutes

• What’s your name? (Candidate A )

(Repeat fo r Candidate B)

• Where are you from? / Where do you live? (Candidate A j

What do you like about living in ... ?
And you (Candidate B) Where are you from? / Where do you live?
What do you like about living in ... ?
Choose questions fmm the sections below; ask different questions to each candidate, in any onkr.

Free time and interests

What do you like doing at weekends?

Do you prefer to spend your free time alone or with friends? Why?
How much of your free time do you spend with your family? What sorts of things do
you do together?
Do you have any hobbies that you’ve done for a long time? What?
Do you enjoy trying new activities? Have you tried anything new recently?

Daily routine

Do you prefer getting up early in the morning or staying up late at night? Why?
What’s your favourite day of the week? Why?
Do you spend a lot of time at home? What do you do there?
Do you prefer to have the same routine every day or do you prefer to do different
things every day? Why?
Is there anything you’d like to change about your daily routine?

Future plans

What are you planning to do for your next holiday?

Is there anything you’d like to study in the future? (What? Why?)
• What job would you like to be doing in 10 years time?
Would you like to live abroad in the future?
Is there anything you’re really looking forward to in the next few weeks?
(What? Why?)

Travel and holidays

* Tell us about a special place you’ve visited.

Is there anywhere in the world you’d really like to visit? (Where? Why?)
Do you like to spend your holiday in the same place each year or do you prefer to
go somewhere different each year?
Do you prefer going on holiday in the summer or winter? Why?
What do you like to do when you’re on holiday?

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Part 2
4 minutes

Interlocutor In this part of the test I’m going to give each of you two different photographs.
I’d like you to talk about your photographs on your own for about a minute.

(Candidate A) It’s your turn first. Here are your photographs. They show people
studying in different places. Compare the photos and say what you think
the advantages and disadvantages are of studying in these places.

Look at page 205.

Candidate A
© approximately
1 minute

Interlocutor Thank you.

(Candidate B) Do you prefer to study alone or with friends?

Candidate В
^ 20-30 seconds

Interlocutor Thank you.

Now (Candidate B) it’s your turn. Here are your photographs. They show people
in gardens.

Compare the photos and say what you think the people are enjoying about
being in these gardens.

Look at page 206.

Candidate В
© approximately
1 minute

Interlocutor Thank you.

(Candidate A) Do you enjoy spending time outside?

Candidate A
© 20-30 seconds

Interlocutor Thank you.

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Parts 3 and 4
7 minutes

Part 3

Interlocutor Now I’d like you to talk about something together for about 3 minutes.
(4 minutes fo r groups o f three)

Here are some photographs of different places people go to eat out. Talk
about why people go out to eat in places like these and then decide which
two are the most popular in your town.

Look at page 207.

Candidates
© approximately ......................................
3 minutes
(4 minutes fo r
groups o f three)

Interlocutor Thank you.

Part 4

Interlocutor Select any of the following questions, as appropriate:

* Do you think people go out to eat more or less now than in the past?
Why?

* Some people say young people these days don’t know how to cook.
Do you agree?

* Do you think it’s important for parents to teach children to cook and
to pass on traditional recipes?

* How important do you think food is for the culture of a country?

* Do you like to try food from lots of different countries and cultures?
Why? / Why not?

* What food would you recommend someone visiting your country?

Thank you. That is the end of the test.

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TEST 6 PAPER 1: READING Part 1 (questions 1-8)

Part 1

You are going to read an interview with a keen and well-respected gardener. For questions 1-8
choose the answer (А, В, С or D) which you think fits best according to the text.

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

When did you first become interested in gardening?

I started gardening at the age of 5; my mother gave each of us, my older sister and brother and me,
a section of the garden which was ours to look after. I used to save my pocket money to buy seeds
and bulbs and things to plant in my little patch and was really excited to watch the things I planted
begin to grow. My brother and sister were never very interested and my mother used to do what
needed to be done in the garden to keep it looking nice but it was really only me who had a real
passion for gardening. I was quite unique in my family in that respect. I used to go out to the woods
and countryside near where I lived and collect wild flowers when I was a child. Then when I got
home I would look up in books the names of the flowers I had found and press them and keep. On
a good day I would find about twenty new flowers. At school I chose to study science and botany
right up to the age of 18 and learnt a lot about plants.
And what do you like about gardening now?
I love being outside in the fresh air and seeing things develop and grow. I like planning in the autumn
line 14 for the next year and imagining how it will look in the spring and summer. You never really know how
it will turn out in the end and when it works out well it is very satisfying. In that way gardening can be
very rewarding. It can also be very challenging. You need to learn about different soil types and which
plants grow best in which places. It is also important to know how big plants will grow and how quickly.
And you have to consider which plants will go together with others. You have to be very patient to be
a good gardener as you always have to wait a long time to see the results of your ideas and hard work.
You usually have to wait months to see if something works or not. But in the summer there is nothing
I like more than being outside in my garden with the beautiful flowers and their lovely smells and
scents.
Are there any negative points?
It can be very physically demanding and there are times when the weather means you can’t get
outside and do things, which can be very frustrating. The winter months are obviously more difficult
than other times of the year as there is still work to be done but not so much to enjoy, and working
outside in winter is not as pleasant as at other times of the year.
Have you ever grown fruit and vegetables?
Yes, I have grown quite a lot of fruit and vegetables in the past. My husband and I love cooking and
it is great to cook with home grown fruit and vegetables. More than anything else we use all our
own herbs from the garden when we’re cooking. It’s wonderful to be able to go out and pick things
like parsley, mint, coriander or rosemary from the garden for dishes we’re making; it is the ultimate
in fresh ingredients. For that reason I have always had a herb garden. Most herbs have flowers so
they look pretty in the garden and they smell nice too. They are also quite easy to grow and don’t
take up much space so you can grow them even if you have a small garden.
Have you ever won any prizes for your plants or flowers?
We live in a small village in the countryside and each year there is a flower show which I have taken
part in. I’ve won a couple of times but I am not that interested in competitions. I don’t think growing
plants and flowers should be competitive. I enter the flower show each year because I want to
support the village, and the spring flower show is a long established tradition which I think it is
important to maintain.
What advice would you give someone who wants to start gardening?
Don’t be too ambitious. I would say you should start with well-known plants that are easy to grow,
and have a look at what grows in other gardens near you to get an idea of what sorts of plants suit
the area you are in. The main thing is not to be impatient. You need to realise that it takes a long
time to see the fulfilment of your work.

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TEST 6 PAPER 1: READING Part 1 (questions 1-8)

1 Why does she say she was quite unique in her family?
A She started gardening when she was younger than her brother and sister.
В She was the only one who really loved gardening.
С She had more money to spend on the garden than the others.
D Everyone else in her family disliked gardening.

2 Why did she collect wild flowers when she was a child?
A She liked being outside in the countryside.
В She wanted to do well in science at school.
С She enjoyed finding new flowers she hadn’t seen before.
D She wanted to have a big collection of dried flowers at home.

3 What does she mean in line 14 when she says, ‘You never really know how it will turn out in
the end’?
A You can’t predict how successful your plans for the garden will be.
В You don’t know what the weather will be like.
С You can’t have a beautiful garden all the time.
D You don’t know exactly if the plants will grow.

4 Why does she think gardening is challenging?

A Sometimes your ideas don’t work out the way you planned.
В There is a lot to learn and think about.
С It takes a long time to plant new things.
D You have to spend time travelling around and looking at other people’s gardens.

5 Which of the following does she not say is a negative point of gardening?
A The weather controls when you can and can’t do gardening.
В It is hard work.
С Sometimes it can be boring.
D It is not nice to be outside when it is cold.

6 Why does she like growing her own herbs?

A She likes to use them when she is cooking.
В It is satisfying to see them grow.
С It is easier than going to the shops to buy herbs.
D She only has a small garden.

7 How does she feel about her village flower show?

A It is an out-of-date tradition and they shouldn’t do it anymore.
В She doesn’t like it because it makes gardening too competitive.
С She likes it because it is an opportunity to win prizes for her flowers.
D It is an important part of village life and should continue to happen every year.

8 What does she think is the most important quality to be a successful gardener?
A ambition
В patience
С physical strength
D scientific knowledge

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Part 2

You are going to read an article about learning a second language. Seven sentences have been
removed from the article. Choose from the sentences A-H the one which fits each gap (9-15). There
is one extra sentence which you do not need to use.

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

How to be a better second language learner

There is a lot of evidence which suggests that it Don’t worry, even if you stay in your own country
is better to learn a second language when you and learn another language there are still things
are still young, ideally before the age of 11, and you can do to make the experience more
that once you are a teenager it is more difficult to effective.
learn a foreign language. This might be true but
there are plenty of examples of adults who have It is possible to try to teach yourself; you can buy
started to learn a second language later in life some books, borrow material from a library or
and still managed to achieve a very good level. follow an online course but the best thing to do is
There are lots of factors involved in how well sign up to have language classes with a qualified
people are able to learn and use a second (or teacher. It is more fun to attend classes with
third or fourth) language and age is only one of other people and you can often help each other
them. I 9 I 1 Here are some tips which and learn things from other students so you are
might help you: likely to make more rapid progress than if you try
to study on your own. 11 In addition, you
Firstly you are likely to learn a language more want a teacher who will give you homework and
quickly the more exposure you have to it. It correct it for you and guide you in what other
therefore makes sense to try to spend time in a things you can be doing outside of class by
country where the language is spoken. You do yourself.
not necessarily have to go and live in the country
long term but try to make frequent visits so that One thing you should definitely try to do is read
you often have to use the language for genuine in the language you are studying as reading is
communication and see and hear the language the best way to increase your vocabulary.
all around you. It is important that even if your 12 I I When you are reading you will
visits are short they are frequent so that you do probably come across language you are already
not forget everything you have learnt in between familiar with in new and different contexts. This
one trip and the next. I 10 1 I If you go with helps to broaden your knowledge. For example,
friends who speak your language it is unlikely you might see verbs you already know in
you will have much need to use the language different forms. It doesn’t matter what you read,
you are trying to learn. Probably the best thing to and the best advice is to read something that
do is to go alone and enrol on a language course you would read in your own language. Reading
so that you will have some instruction and help in a foreign language can be difficult, so it is
with the language from a teacher and you will important that you choose something you are
also meet other people in a similar situation to interested in and would enjoy in your own
yourself. Of course this might not be possible, it language. You can even read a book you have
might be too far away or too expensive. already read in your own language.

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When you come across new words or way to avoid this is to learn whole expressions
expressions try to guess their meaning rather and sentences and not to focus too much on
than looking them up in a dictionary. It is not individual words.
usually necessary to understand every single
word. I 13 I 1 That way you won’t interrupt If possible, you should try to listen to the
the flow of your reading. When you come to language too. You can do this by listening to the
recording new words or expressions either in radio or watching TV. I 15 Short episodes
class or from reading it is really important to write of television series are better than films as films
whole sentences and use meaningful examples. can be very long and the language is often very
I 14 j i A big problem when you try to use the colloquial and informal. And finally, ideally you
language you are learning is inaccurate should practice speaking and communicating in
translation. You shouldn’t try to construct the language with someone who knows the
sentences and phrases the same way you do in language better than you. This doesn’t need to
your first language as this often results in be a native speaker but should be someone who
something that sounds strange or even can correct you and help you with things you
something that makes no sense at all. The best don’t know.

A And you need a teacher to explain E Try to write things which are real and
things to you and more importantly to true for you as this will make it easier
correct you if you make any mistakes. to remember.

В Like with reading try to choose things F It is also a good way of reinforcing the
you are interested in already and grammatical structures you already
would listen to or watch in your own know.
language.
G So the good news is that if you are
С Another point to consider is how you learning a language as a teenager or
spend your time while you are there. adult there is no reason why you
should not reach a good level if you
D This means you are more likely to really want to.
want to finish it and keep going when
it gets difficult. H If you really want to check the
meaning of something underline it and
come back to it later.

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 TEST 6 PAPER 1: READING Part3 (questions 16-30)

Part 3

You are going to read about 5 hotels. For questions 16-30 choose from the hotels (A-E). The hotels
may be chosen more than once. When more than one answer is required they may be given in any
order.

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

Which hotel or hotels:

is in the centre of a big city? I 16 I 1

offers guests the chance to do water sports? 1 17 I 1

is best for people interested in nature and outdoor activities? I 18 I 1

can cater for a very large number of people? I 19 I 1

is suitable for families with young children? 1 20 1

make an effort to be environmentally friendly? i 21 I 1 1 22 I 1

would be good for a relaxing and quiet holiday? I 23 I 1

would suit someone who is interested in keeping fit? I 24 I I

does not have somewhere you can eat dinner? I 25 I 1

makes a request about how their guests should behave? 1 26 [ 1

}

can help guests plan trips to the surrounding area? i 27 1 1 I 28 I 1

offer free transport for guests? 1 29 I 1 I so I 1

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Hotels

Palm Beach Resort Parkside Hotel

At Palm Beach you will find everything you need for a perfect As the name suggests the Parkside Hotel
holiday. Our hotel offers visitors complete peace and quiet is located right next to the city’s largest
away from the crowds and noise of the city; we have our own park, to the west of the city away from all
private beach where you will always find plenty of space to the noise and crowds of the downtown
relax and enjoy the spectacular scenery, white sand and area but still close enough that if you want
perfectly clear blue sea. For those who want to do more than to go to the theatre or spend a day
lie in the sun we have our own team of diving instructors who shopping you can get there easily by
can teach you how to scuba-dive and take you to the nearby public transport or taxi. The hotel has its
reefs to see the amazing marine life. Wind-surfing, water- own garden and from the roof terrace you
skiing and jet skis are also available. In the evenings there are can enjoy beautiful views of the city, the
3 high quality restaurants to choose from all inside the hotel park and the mountains to the north.
complex. All of our 300 luxury rooms have their own balcony There is a large and fully equipped gym,
with stunning views out to sea. Our reception staff will be swimming pool, sauna and spa so this is
happy to help you organise any excursions around the island. the perfect place to feel good and stay in
shape. With its large dining room, which
can seat over 400 people this hotel is also
В Forest Lodge the perfect place to celebrate your
Forest Lodge is the ideal place to stay after a day of walking wedding or any other large party. The
in the hills. The hotel is situated in a secluded area on the Parkside Hotel is also the ideal location to
edge of the forest inside the national park. There is wildlife hold a business conference; we have 2
right on our doorstop and it is possible to see a number of large conference rooms with all the latest
rare birds and plants. The hotel has 240 large rooms on technologies and experienced staff on
three stories, all with en-suite facilities and a large hand to provide any additional support
restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Our aim is to you may need.
provide you with a place to enjoy the natural beauty of the
area. We are also very conscious of the need to protect the
wildlife in the area and try to keep our impact on the Bluewater Bay Resort
environment to a minimum. We hope our visitors will help us This is an all inclusive resort which
with this by not leaving any litter in the forest area and welcomes guests of all ages. From the
recycling waste where possible. As evidence of our moment you arrive at the airport all your
commitment to protecting the environment and in order to needs are taken care of by our very efficient
welcome guests without cars we will be happy to pick up any and friendly team of staff. There is a
guests arriving by train from the nearest station free of complimentary bus service to and from the
airport which takes only 20 minutes. There
are four restaurants serving food all day
The Tower Hotel and a poolside bar which is open for lunch
This ultra-modern hotel is located within easy walking and evening drinks. All food and drinks are
distance of all the main sights and just 5 minutes from the included so you won’t need to worry about
central station. It is the ideal location for anyone looking for carrying money around with you. There are
a place to rest in total comfort after a busy day shopping three swimming pools, including one
and sightseeing in this amazing city. The hotel was exclusively for our younger guests with
completely renovated last year and is now equipped with slides and inflatable toys. In the afternoons
the most up-to-date technology and appliances. The Tower there are a variety of kids’ activities in the
Hotel has 45 rooms all with en-suite bathrooms, underfloor pool area so parents can relax and have
heating, flat screen TV, wifi internet access and mini bar. some time to themselves. In the evenings
Over 70 per cent of the hotel’s energy needs are provided we also have a babysitting service. Most
by the solar panels on the roof making the Tower Hotel one evenings there is entertainment in the main
of the greenest in the city. We are very proud to be restaurant after 10 pm and the rock and
contributing to the city’s sustainable development sand disco is open until 3 am every night.
programme. Room service is available 24 hours a day and For those who want to be active during the
we offer breakfast in the Terrace bar overlooking the river. day we have tennis courts and a golf
It is also possible to book theatre tickets, boat trips and city course. We believe we have something for
bus tours with our reception staff at a discounted price. everyone, all in the same place.

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Part 1

You must answer this question. Write your answer in 120-150 words in an appropriate style on the
opposite page.

1 You have recently won a competition organized by an international students magazine.

Unfortunately there are a few problems with the prize you received. Read the original
advertisement for the competition. Using the notes you have made, write to the magazine
explaining the situation.

Babel International
Students
Finish the sentence in 15 words or less:

‘I enjoy BaBel International Students

Magazine because...’ and you could win:

Doesn’t work A language learning pack including:

a DVD Poor sound
• an audio CD quality
• a language learning textbook ^

Please select the language learning pack > - Not sent

you would like: ^ ^
French Portuguese English /
Italian Arabic Spanish

Arabic sent-''

Write your letter. You must use grammatically correct sentences with accurate spelling and
punctuation in a style appropriate for the situation.

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Question 1
TEST 6 PAPER 2: WRITING Part 2 (questions 2-5)

Part 2

Write an answer to one of the questions 2-5 in this part. Write your answer in 120-180 words in an
appropriate style on the opposite page. Put the question number in the box at the top of the page.

You have seen this announcement on the college notice board.

The most valuable thing I have learned

Write an article about the most useful subject or skill you have learned.
Say how you learned it and why you think it is useful or important.
The writer of the best article will win a €50 book voucher.

Write your article.

3 You recently saw this announcement in an English language magazine.

We are looking fo r reviews o f websites which our readers may fin d useful or
enjoyable. The best reviews will be printed in our next edition.

Write your review.

Your teacher has asked you to write a story for the school magazine. The story must begin with
the following words:

Jimmy had never fe lt so proud.

Write your story.

Answer one of the following two questions based on your reading of one of the set books.
Write the letter (a) or (b) as well as the number 5 in the question box on the opposite page.

(a) Write an essay describing one of the minor characters in the book and describe their
role in the story.

(b) Write a letter to a friend comparing the book you have read with your favourite book.
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Question
 TEST 6 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGLISH Part 1 (questions 112)

Part 1

For questions 1-12, read the text below and decide which answer (А, В, С or D) best fits each gap.
There is an example at the beginning (0).

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

Example:

0 A transport В travel С convenience D vehicles

Lost Property

Have you lost anything on public (0) .......... ? An umbrella, perhaps, or a pair of gloves? Your
( 1 ) ..........teeth, a lawnmower, a wedding dress or maybe your favourite park bench? All of these
and many other unusual items have been ( 2 ) ..........and handed in to London’s lost property office
in Baker Street over the (3) .......... 75 years. If you go to their office you will be amazed at the
enormous number of things people (4) ......... while travelling in the city on buses, trains and the
underground. Last year 36,852 books were found; that’s enough to fill a library. 28,550 bags were
handed in, with things in them, and 27,174 ( 5 ) ......... of clothing. The manager of the lost property
office says she loves being reminded how (6 )..........Londoners are when they hand in lost property.
Of course not everything gets handed in but stories ( 7 ) ..........the time a bag was handed in with
10,000 pounds in it help restore your faith in human nature.

The office is quite (8 )..........at getting things back to their owners too. If you lose something you can
(9 )..........it to the lost property office and assuming someone has kindly handed it in, their computer
system Sherlock will try to find it for you. The office (1 0 )..........you to give as much information as
possible as this obviously makes the search (11)............However, if you lose something and it finds
its way to the lost property office they won’t (1 2 )..........it forever. If they are not claimed after three
months, most items are given to charity or sold at auction.

(6
 TEST 6 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGLISH Part 1 (questions 1-12)

1 A artificial В false С untrue D fake

2 A discovered В found С searched D recovered

3 A last В recent С ultimate D close

4 A lose В forget С miss D drop

5 A parts В quantities С details D pieces

6 A sincere В true С honest D loyal

7 A like В as О such D example

8 A well В great С good D fine

9 A demand В report С tell D announce

10 A suggests В makes С asks D insists

11 A bigger В easier С better D lighter

12 A maintain В guard С hold D keep

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 TEST 6 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGLISH Part 2 (questions 13 24)

Part 2

For questions 13-24, read the text below and think of the word that best fits each gap. Use only one
word in each gap. There is an example at the beginning (0).

Write your answers IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet.

Example: [oj D0

The need for sleep

How much sleep (0 )..........we really need? This can vary quite a lot between individuals. However,
it is widely believed that between 6-8 hours (1 3 )......... healthy. What is particularly important is that
this sleep happens (14)..........the right time; that it fits in with our body’s natural rhythm. If you suffer
from sleepiness or dysfunction during (15) ..........day then you are probably not getting enough
sleep when you most need it. Typical symptoms of a lack of sleep (16)..........low concentration, poor
memory and feeling irritable. Getting the right amount of sleep is not only important in terms of being
able (1 7 )..........function properly on a day to day basis but it also (1 8 )........... an impact on your
overall health. Research suggests that people (1 9 )..........sleep between 6 to 7 hours per night are
likely to live longer (2 0 )..........those who sleep less than 6 or more than 8 hours per night. One
reason (2 1 )...... ... this is because of the effect sleep has on our immune system.

There is a belief that old people need less sleep than other adults, however, this is not in fact true.
The elderly need (2 2 )..........much sleep as when they were younger but changes to their body’s
rhythm and health problems might make it more difficult for (2 3 )..........to sleep through the night.
As a result (24) !........ is common for old people to fall asleep during the day.

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Part 3

For questions 25-34 read the text below. Use the word given in capitals at the end of some of the
lines to form a word that fits in the gap in the same line. There is an example at the beginning (0).

Write your answers IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet.

Example: [о] [б 0 A

Shanghai

The twentieth century belonged to New York but with the massive
changes to the ( 0 ) ..........economy it is Shanghai which will be the new GLOBE
New York of the twenty-first century. Shanghai has become one of the
world’s top cities in a little more than a decade. It is the economic capital
of China and now rivals any city in the world as an economic, (25).......... FINANCE
and business centre. Its port is one of the (26) .......... in the world, BUSY
second only to Singapore and Rotterdam. The economy in Shanghai is
based on finance, banking, manufacturing and high-tech industries.
Huge amounts of (27) .......... from abroad have helped make this INVEST
possible and there are an (28) .......... number of foreign businesses INCREASE
setting up bases in the city. Well-known luxury brands are now opening
shops in the city too, attracting millions of (2 9 )............ TOUR

On the negative side, the price to pay for all this (3 0 ).......... is that rush GROW
hour traffic jams and (31) .......... are causing enormous problems. POLLUTE
Shanghai is (3 2 )..........a sophisticated, cosmopolitan city but there is a APPARENT
lot of poverty and (3 3 )..........; the gap between the richest and poorest EQUAL
is huge. China used to be one of the most equal countries in the world
but the situation is now even (3 4 )......... than in India. BAD
TEST 6 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGLISH Part 4 (questions 35 42)

Part 4

For questions 35-42, complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first
sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given. You must use between two and
five words, including the word given. Here is an example (0).

Example: 0 I haven’t seen him for at least 2 years.

TIME
T h e ........................................................... was more than 2 years ago.

The gap can be filled by the words ‘last time I saw him’, so you write:

Example: [o] LAST TIME I SAW HIM

Write only the missing words IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet.

35 If you cut the grass I’ll let you borrow the car.
CAN
You.......................................if you cut the grass.

36 He went to live in Tokyo six months ago.

BEEN
H e .......................................in Tokyo for the last six months.

37 I’m sure Richard will do well in the exam.

DEFINITELY
Richard.......................................well in the exam.

38 I suggest buying one present from all of us.

BUY
W hy......I ...............................one present from all of us?

39 Paul’s new bike is identical to mine.

SAME
Paul’s new bike is exactly.......................................mine.

40 Is it OK if I open the window?

MIND
D o .......................................the window?

41 In the USA office workers usually wear casual clothes on Friday.

USUAL
It’s .......................................wear casual clothes on Friday in the USA.

42 I told Rachel she should give up her job and go travelling.

ENCOURAGED
I .......................................her job and go travelling.
 TEST 6 PAPER 4: LISTENING Part 1 (questions 1-8)

CD 2 P a rt 1
trio r a n I

You’ll hear people talking in eight different situations. For questions 1-8, choose the best answer, A,
В or C.

1 You hear part of a nature programme on television. What does it say about the Scarlet King
Snake?
A It’s not poisonous.
В It’s poisonous.
С They are very big.

2 You hear two friends meeting. Where are they?

A at the cinema
В in a restaurant
С in a shop

3 You hear someone talking about buying clothes. How does he choose his clothes?
A He chooses the most fashionable.
В He chooses the most expensive brands.
С He buys comfortable clothes.

4 You hear a traffic report on the radio. Which road is closed?

A the A613
В the B403
С the A614

5 You hear a young woman talking about a man she has just met. What does she think of him?
A He’s fascinating.
В He’s intelligent.
С He’s boring.

6 You hear a theatre director talking to an actor. How does she want him to do the scene?
A in the same way as before
В very differently
С like a famous actor did it before

7 You hear a conversation between a man and a young woman. Who is the man?
A a doctor
В a chemist
С her father

8 You hear someone talking to their friend about dreams. What happens in her dreams?
A She flies.
В She falls.
С She loses her teeth.

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TEST 6 PAPER 4: LISTENING Part 2 (questions 9-18)

CD 3
TR 1 Part 2

You will hear a promotional talk about a language school. For questions 9-18 complete the sentences.

Learn Hungarian in beautiful Budapest

Two week summer courses begin in

Over 10 people have attended the course.

Winter/spring sessions run from 11

Ages of participants vary from 12

13 percent of all course participants are returning students.

Hungarian and Russian language courses are conducted by 14

The minimum length of an individualised course is 15

The total fee for an individual course of twenty lessons is 16

Additional weeks in a single room in a house or flat cost 17

The first week in a separate, self contained flat costs 18

 TEST 6 PAPER 4: LISTENING Part 3 (questions 19-23)

CD 3
TR 2
Part 3

You will hear five different people talking about cosmetic surgery. For questions 19-23 choose from
the list A-F to say how each person feels about it. Use the letters only once. There is one extra letter
which you do not need to use.

A People should think very carefully before having it.

Speaker 1 19

В I don’t believe it solves the real problem.

Speaker 2 20

С I look much younger after surgery.

Speaker 3 21

D A healthy lifestyle is better.

Speaker 4 22

E I’m considering having it.

Speaker 5 23

F It’s quite natural to want to look better.

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 TEST 6 PAPER 4: LISTENING Part 4 (questions 24-30)

%3 Part 4
You will hear an interview with an expert on maritime disasters, June Harmann. For questions 24-30,
choose the best answer (A, В or C).

24 How many people died in the Тек Sing disaster?

A 1,500
В 1,822
С 1,600

25 Why does June say people often think of the Titanic when we think of maritime disasters?
A It was the worst such disaster.
В People don’t tend to think of events in far away places.
С Because of the film.

26 How many passengers were on board the Dona Paz?

A The exact figure is unknown.
В 1,492
С 1,583

27 What was the name of the ship it hit?

A the Vector
В the Bataan
С the Tanker

28 What did, the Spanish king blame for the defeat of the Armada?
A the English navy
В storms
С disease

29 Does June think sea travel is dangerous?

A Yes, because so many people do it.
В No, tragedies are relatively uncommon.
С Yes, as long as the weather is good.

30 Why did June become interested in this subject?

A She was asked to write about it.
В Because of a film.
С She’s fascinated by the sea.

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 TEST 6 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 1

Part 1
3 minutes

What’s your name? (Candidate A )

• (Repeat fo r Candidate B)

• Where are you from? / Where do you live? (Candidate A )

What do you like about living in ... ?
And you (Candidate B) Where are you from? / Where do you live?
What do you like about living in ... ?
Choose questions fmm the sections below: ask dfferent cjaestions to each candidate, in any order.

Free time and interests

What do you like doing at weekends?

Do you prefer to spend your free time alone or with friends? Why?
How much of your free time do you spend with your family? What sorts of things do
you do together?
Do you have any hobbies that you’ve done for a long time? What?
Do you enjoy trying new activities? Have you tried anything new recently?

Daily routine

Do you prefer getting up early in the morning or staying up late at night? Why?
What’s your favourite day of the week? Why?
Do you spend a lot of time at home? What do you do there?
Do you prefer to have the same routine every day or do you prefer to do different
things every day? Why?
Is there anything you’d like to change about your daily routine?

Future plans

What are you planning to do for your next holiday?

Is there anything you’d like to study in the future? (What? Why?)
What job would you like to be doing in 10 years time?
Would you like to live abroad in the future?
Is there anything you’re really looking forward to in the next few weeks?
(What? Why?)

Travel and holidays

* Tell us about a special place you’ve visited.

• Is there anywhere in the world you’d really like to visit? (Where? Why?)
Do you like to spend your holiday in the same place each year or do you prefer to
go somewhere different each year?
Do you prefer going on holiday in the summer or winter? Why?
What do you like to do when you’re on holiday?

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Part 2
4 minutes

Interlocutor In this part of the test I’m going to give each of you two different photographs.
I’d like you to talk about your photographs on your own for about a minute.

(Candidate A ) It’s your turn first. Here are your photographs. They show
people enjoying nature. Compare the photos and say why you think the
people have chosen to spend time in these places.

Look at page 208.

Candidate A
© approximately
1 minute

Interlocutor Thank you.

(Candidate В) Do you like looking at wildlife?

Candidate В
© 20-30 seconds

Interlocutor Thank you.

Now (Candidate B) it’s your turn. Here are your photographs. They show
people cooking.

Compare the photos and say how you think the people are feeling.

Look at page 209.

Candidate В
© approximately
1 minute ,

Interlocutor Thank you.

(Candidate A) Do you like cooking?

Candidate A
© 20-30 seconds

Interlocutor Thank you.

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Parts 3 and 4
7 minutes

Part 3

Interlocutor Now I’d like you to talk about something together for about 3 minutes.
(4 minutes fo r groups o f three)

Here are some pictures of ways friends stay in touch and share news. Talk
together about the advantages and disadvantages of these ways of
staying in touch. Then decide which two ways you think are the least
effective for staying in touch.

Look at page 210.

Candidates
© approximately ...................
3 minutes
(4 minutes fo r
groups o f three)

Interlocutor Thank you.

Part 4

Interlocutor Select any o f the follow ing questions, as appropriate:

* How do you prefer to keep in touch with your friends? Why?

* Why do you think social networking sites (like Facebook) have

become so popular?

* Why do you think some people choose not to use social networking
sites?

* Do you think young people spend too much time using computers
and not enough time talking with friends face to face these days?

* What do you think are the most common reasons for friends to lose
contact?

* If you move to a new place do you think it’s important to keep in

touch with your old friends or is it better to make new ones?

* Some people think we will forget how to write letters. What do you
think?

Thank you. That is the end of the test.

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 TEST 7 PAPER 1: READING Part 1 (questions 1-8)

Part 1

You are going to read an article about the green and innovative city of Curtiba in Brazil. For questions
1-8 choose the answer (А, В, С or D) which you think fits best according to the text.

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

In today’s world protecting the environment and sustainability are very important issues. Cities and
councils throughout the world are working hard to improve the current situation and sustainability
will be an important factor in all town and city development in the future. One city which has always
had the environment as its top priority is the Brazilian city of Curtiba. It is in the south of the country
and is one of the most innovative cities in the world. It is so environmentally-friendly it is known as
the ecological capital of Brazil. It is such a successful example of sustainable development that it
is visited by delegates from all over the world. The people in Curtiba are very proud of their city and
not only believe in a greener lifestyle but they really live it. Sustainable development is evident in
all aspects of city life.

Residents have planted 1.6 million trees and over 70% of all waste is recycled. Curtiba has the highest
rate of paper and glass recycling of anywhere in Brazil. Paper recycling in Curtiba saves over 1,000
trees a year. Like many cities in the world Curtiba also faces many socio-economic problems but
line 13 because it is such a unique and forward thinking city the residents came up with a revolutionary idea
to help poor families and reduce waste at the same time. Each family sorts its rubbish and then it is
weighed and ‘sold’ back to the city council in exchange for fruit and meat. This provides healthy food
for those who can’t afford it and also encourages recycling and helps keep the city clean and tidy.
Rubbish which cannot be recycled is burnt to make electricity.

The city’s public transport is also one of the greenest in the world. The bus service is cheap and
efficient and saves millions of car journeys each year as you can use the buses to get anywhere in
the city. There are over 70 kilometres of bus only routes through the city. Roads have 4 lanes, 2 for
cars and .lorries and 2 for buses only. This means buses can run freely through the city without
getting stuck in traffic jams. As a result millions of people use the bus every day rather than their
cars. There $re also special bus lines for students, the disabled and tourists. The best thing, though,
is that the 1,200 buses which make up the network run on biodiesel; that is fuel made from plants
like soya. Reduced car traffic and low consumption of traditional fuels means that Curtiba is one of
the least polluted cities in Brazil. Curtiba was one of the first cities in the world to have completely
car free areas in the city centre. Also their bus stops have been carefully designed so that they are
level with the buses. They are tube shaped and have ramps to provide easy access for everyone.

Curtiba has grown dramatically over the years. In 1950 300,000 people lived there, now the
population is 1.8 million. However, even from the beginning the needs of the city had to be balanced
line 31 with the needs of the environment. Fortunately this has had great economic benefits for the
economy. Income per capita is 60% higher than the national average. The architect who led the
city’s growth in the 1960s was so popular he later became the city’s mayor. One big challenge that
the city has faced throughout its development is flooding. The city has had to find ways to protect
itself from flooding which has affected the city centre for many years. Curtiba wanted to find a
solution which worked with nature. The solution they came up with involved creating a number of
lakes in the city’s parks which could hold flood water. Also no buildings were allowed to be built in
areas which had a risk of flooding. One of the most beautiful buildings in the city is the university.
It is called the free university of environment and was built using reclaimed eucalyptus poles. You
can study a wide range of subjects there although of course it offers many different environmental
courses, including bio-architecture.

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1 Why is Curtiba known as the ecological capital of Brazil?

A It is a very modern and new city.
В It has a lot of green spaces.
С The people there do a lot to protect and conserve the environment.
D It is visited by lots of foreigners interested in the environment.

2 What does the author mean in line 13 when it says the residents ‘came up with a
revolutionary idea’?
A Their idea made a lot of people angry.
В Their idea was original and different.
С Their idea caused a lot of political change.
D Their idea made a lot of money for the city.

3 Which of the following does not happen in Curtiba?

A Families separate their household waste.
В Residents are given food as a reward for recycling their rubbish.
С Residents help to keep the city clean and tidy.
D Recycled waste is used to produce electricity.

4 Why don’t many people in Curtiba use cars?

A Because the public transport system is so efficient.
В Because there are too many traffic jams.
С Because many roads in the city are for buses only.
D Because fuel is very expensive.

5 Why does Curtiba have less pollution than other cities?

A It is smaller than other cities.
В Cars use fuel which doesn’t cause pollution.
С - People don’t use cars much and buses use fuel which doesn’t cause much pollution.
D There are only 1,200 buses in the city.
J
6 In line 31 what does ‘this’ refer to?
A the large population of the city
В the fact that all growth was balanced with consideration for the environment
С the growth in population from 1950
D the average income for each person in the city

7 How did the city solve the problem of flooding?

A by building fewer buildings
В by making sure there were lots of lakes
С by creating more parks
D They didn’t do anything but hoped nature would solve the problem itself.

8 What is special about the city’s university?

A You can only study environmental courses there.
В It is the only university where you can study bio-architecture.
С It is a very attractive building.
D You don’t have to pay to study there.

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Part 2

You are going to read an article about our relationship with time. Seven sentences have been
removed from the article. Choose from the sentences A-H the one which fits each gap (9-15). There
is one extra sentence which you do not need to use.

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

Time flies

How many times do you hear people say they hours a day, or even for 48 hours without a
don’t have time to do something? All the time! ‘I break. Goods have to be produced to meet
meant to do that but I didn’t have time!’ is demand in the developed world and this demand
something we say or think far too often; it is the puts a lot of pressure on workers.
number one excuse for not doing something we
should have done. I 9 I This is a Time is increasingly becoming a commodity like
relationship which has also changed a lot any other. 12 Do you use the self-
through history. Think about all the machines service check out in the supermarket? Have you
and time-saving gadgets that are now a part of bought furniture and then assembled it yourself
our everyday life that people living 100 or even at home? Have you spent time setting up a new
50 years ago had to do without; washing computer? If you have then you have been
machines, vacuum cleaners, microwaves and working for free. It is possible to buy and sell
dishwashers are just a few. We have mobile time these days. For example, you can pay
phones now so that we can contact each other at someone else to do your shopping for you or
any time no matter where we are. the Internet walk your dog for you if you don’t have time, but
gives us access to just about any information we it won’t be cheap. A positive reflection of how our
could possibly want as well as providing instant relationship with time is changing is that in some
communication with other people anywhere in cities there are things called time banks where
the world, pio I I you can exchange time with other busy people.
13 : I You will then be paid back in time
The idea of using time efficiently has become when you need it. No money changes hands but
increasingly important in the Western world. everyone has to pay into the bank in time.
People in wealthy developed countries are often
expected to do several jobs at once. At a time The biggest challenge we face in our personal
when unemployment is high and international lives is how not to waste time and make the most
competition is strong there is a lot of pressure on of the time we have. According to recent
companies and individual workers to be as research 20% of people regularly cancel social
efficient as possible and to get as much work arrangements because of a lack of time and men
done as possible in the limited time available. do this more often than women. However,
I 11 I 1 This concept of time pressure has cancelling social arrangements can have a
also been passed on to the less developed serious negative impact because it reduces our
countries where many of the goods for quality of life; it can stop us doing what we want,
developing countries are made. In places like which can lead to unhappiness. I 14 I 1This
India and Mexico people often have to work very doesn’t have to be something active or sociable;
long shifts, sometimes as much as 12 to 16 it might be finding time to read a good book. By

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making sure we don’t miss out on the things we good way of saving time but the results will not
enjoy and value we are likely to be happier and be as good. Finally, psychologists say that
more satisfied with life in general. people who are always on time tend to be
organised and have everything under control.
The key to making the most of our time, both at Those who are usually early are likely to be
work and in our personal lives, is prioritising. It is anxious and in need of being in control all the
important to recognise which things need to be time. People who are often late are probably just
done immediately and which can wait until later. disorganised, although it might be that they are
I 15 I 1 You might think that revising for an consciously or unconsciously rebelling against
exam or doing homework at the last minute is a our time obsessed society.

A In spite of these new inventions we E Time is a very precious commodity

still run out of time. and humans have always had a very
close relationship with it.
В If you have some free time you can
volunteer to do something for F If you try to do too many things at
someone else like wait for a delivery once you are more likely to make
or water their plants while they are on mistakes and waste time going back
holiday. to correct them.

С As a result working hours have G This doesn’t mean we should put off
increased by 25% in the USA and in things which are boring or difficult just
Japan workers sometimes sleep in the because we don’t want to do them.
office.
H It is important to find time for
D Time is money and nowadays many ourselves to do the things which
companies try to save time and matter most to us.
money by making their customers
work for free.

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Part 2

You are going to read an article about our relationship with time. Seven sentences have been
removed from the article. Choose from the sentences A-H the one which fits each gap (9-15). There
is one extra sentence which you do not need to use.

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

Time flies

How many times do you hear people say they hours a day, or even for 48 hours without a
don’t have time to do something? All the time! ‘I break. Goods have to be produced to meet
meant to do that but I didn’t have time!’ is demand in the developed world and this demand
something we say or think far too often; it is the puts a lot of pressure on workers.
number one excuse for not doing something we
should have done. I 9 I ] This is a Time is increasingly becoming a commodity like
relationship which has also changed a lot any other. 12 Do you use the self-
through history. Think about all the machines service check out in the supermarket? Have you
and time-saving gadgets that are now a part of bought furniture and then assembled it yourself
our everyday life that people living 100 or even at home? Have you spent time setting up a new
50 years ago had to do without; washing computer? If you have then you have been
machines, vacuum cleaners, microwaves and working for free. It is possible to buy and sell
dishwashers are just a few. We have mobile time these days. For example, you can pay
phones now so that we can contact each other at someone else to do your shopping for you or
any time no matter where we are, the Internet walk your dog for you if you don’t have time, but
gives us access to just about any information we it won’t be cheap. A positive reflection of how our
could possibly want as well as providing instant relationship with time is changing is that in some
communication with other people anywhere in cities there are things called time banks where
the world. I 10 I 1 you can exchange time with other busy people.
13 I ] You will then be paid back in time
The idea of ’using time efficiently has become when you need it. No money changes hands but
increasingly important in the Western world. everyone has to pay into the bank in time.
People in wealthy developed countries are often
expected to do several jobs at once. At a time The biggest challenge we face in our personal
when unemployment is high and international lives is how not to waste time and make the most
competition is strong there is a lot of pressure on of the time we have. According to recent
companies and individual workers to be as research 20% of people regularly cancel social
efficient as possible and to get as much work arrangements because of a lack of time and men
done as possible in the limited time available. do this more often than women. However,
I 11 I I This concept of time pressure has cancelling social arrangements can have a
also been passed on to the less developed serious negative impact because it reduces our
countries where many of the goods for quality of life; it can stop us doing what we want,
developing countries are made. In places like which can lead to unhappiness. I 14 I 1 This
India and Mexico people often have to work very doesn’t have to be something active or sociable;
long shifts, sometimes as much as 12 to 16 it might be finding time to read a good book. By

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making sure we don’t miss out on the things we good way of saving time but the results will not
enjoy and value we are likely to be happier and be as good. Finally, psychologists say that
more satisfied with life in general. people who are always on time tend to be
organised and have everything under control.
The key to making the most of our time, both at Those who are usually early are likely to be
work and in our personal lives, is prioritising. It is anxious and in need of being in control all the
important to recognise which things need to be time. People who are often late are probably just
done immediately and which can wait until later. disorganised, although it might be that they are
I 15 I 1 You might think that revising for an consciously or unconsciously rebelling against
exam or doing homework at the last minute is a our time obsessed society.

A In spite of these new inventions we E Time is a very precious commodity

still run out of time. and humans have always had a very
close relationship with it.
В If you have some free time you can
volunteer to do something for F If you try to do too many things at
someone else like wait for a delivery once you are more likely to make
or water their plants while they are on mistakes and waste time going back
holiday. to correct them.

С As a result working hours have G This doesn’t mean we should put off
increased by 25% in the USA and in things which are boring or difficult just
Japan workers sometimes sleep in the because we don’t want to do them.
office.
H It is important to find time for
D Time is money and nowadays many ourselves to do the things which
companies try to save time and matter most to us.
money by making their customers
work for free.

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 TEST 7 PAPER 1: READING Part3 (questions 16-30)

Part 3

You are going to read an article in which four people talk about cheating in exams. For questions
16-30 choose from the people (A-D). The people may be chosen more than once. When more than
one answer is required they may be given in any order.

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

Which person or people:

was caught cheating in an exam? ! ie | 1

didn’t let a friend copy their work? 17 1 1

probably got better marks as a result of cheating? i 18 I 1 119 1 1

regrets trying to cheat in an exam? 120 I 1

cheated more than once? I 21 | ] | 22 | }

didn’t get caught because a friend helped them? I 23 I ]

tried to cheat by writing notes on a part of their body? I 24 I 1

cheated by asking a friend to tell them the answers? I 25 1 1

only tried to cheat in the subject they weren’t good at? I 26 I 1

decided not to cheat again after a bad experience? I 27 I 1 [ 28 I 1

thinks it is always wrong to cheat? I 29 I 1

thinks there is nothing wrong with cheating? I 30 I 1

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Cheating in exams

A This happened when I was about 14 years old. с I used to always cheat in my maths exams when
The last exam of the year was history, which had I was at school. We were allowed to take a
always been my worst subject. I was useless at calculator with us into the exam and I used to
remembering dates and people’s names so I write all the important formulae that we were
decided to write the dates and names of the supposed to remember on the inside of the
important events w e’d studied on the inside of calculator case. I did it lots of times. I don’t regret
my arm and then wore a jumper to cover it up so it at all. I was quite good at maths anyway but I’m
no-one could see. Unfortunately though, it was a sure I got better results as a result of cheating. In
really hot day. I really wanted to take my jumper other exams like chemistry and physics, I
off but I couldn’t. I realised after about ten sometimes wrote notes on bits of tissue then
minutes that there was no way I would be able to pretended I needed to blow my nose and looked
look at what I’d written without the teacher at my notes during the exam. It worked really
seeing and I just wished I hadn’t done it. I felt so well. There was only one time I was almost
hot and uncomfortable and was really worried caught; I dropped the tissue on the floor by
about the teacher seeing and catching me that I accident just as a teacher was walking past. He
didn’t do very well in the test at all. I was too was about to pick it up when my friend, who had
distracted. I think I probably would have got a also seen what had happened, deliberately
better result if I hadn’t tried to cheat. I learnt a knocked over his water bottle. The teacher was
good lesson though. I never tried to cheat again so busy clearing up the water I think he forgot
after that. about me. If you’re clever enough to work out a
way to cheat and not get caught then I think you
deserve to get good marks. It’s like that in the real
в My friend and I had the same surname so we world; if you can do something more easily and
always ended up sitting next to each other, or with less hard work then you will. Why not?
one behind the other, in exams at school. We
worked out this system where we would pass a
piece of paper to each other with the answers to D I’ve never cheated in an exam and really don’t see
the questions. Sometimes we just passed it by the point. I mean sooner or later people will find
hand if we were sitting close enough and other out if you know something or not. If you cheat to
times w e’d throw it on the floor for the other get better results then you’re lying to yourself as
person to pick up. It was quite a good system well as to everyone else. Rather than spending
and I think over lots of exams we probably your time thinking of really clever and original
helped each other equally so it was fair and I’m ways to cheat without anyone realising, you
sure we both?got higher marks. Unfortunately a should just spend that time studying. I’m sure it
teacher did see us doing it once. I was just will help you a lot more in the long run. A friend
leaning down to pick up a paper my friend was once tried to read my answers in an exam while
passing back to me when a teacher appeared pretending to pick something up off the floor. As
out of nowhere and picked it up first. There was soon as I realised I covered my work so he
no way we could deny what we were doing, it couldn’t see. He was quite annoyed with me
was so obvious. The teacher didn’t say anything afterwards but I didn’t think it was fair that he
until the end of the exam and then when she should do well because of my hard work.
collected our papers she wrote a big zero at the
top. We didn’t do it anymore after that, it had
been good before but we decided it wasn’t worth
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TEST 7 PAPER 2: WRITING Part 1 (question 1)

Part 1

You must answer this question. Write your answer in 120-150 words in an appropriate style on the
opposite page.

1 Your English speaking friend, Jane, has sent you an email asking you to help organise a
surprise birthday party for her brother, Brian.

Read Jane’s email and the notes you have made. Then write an email using all of your notes.

email

From: Jane
Sent: 14,hJanuary
Subject: surprise party

Not very
suitable. Our house is far too small to have the party so I was thinking that we
How could have the party at the local sports centre. What about hiring a
about group to play live rather than a DJ? Group
the City ....... ..........-.. — .......................... ....... .................... ...........
would be
Hotel? Instead of buying him lots of individual presents, maybe if we all expensive.
bought him one big present together it would be more exciting. What
do you think? \ Brian has
\ 4always
Sorry - Is there any chance you could come over the day before to help set wanted
Driving^ ^ up the party? I’m not sure I’ll be able to do it on my own. to go
test to Italy
that day All the best

Jane

Write your email. You must use grammatically correct sentences with accurate spelling and
punctuation in a style appropriate for the situation.
 TEST 7 PAPER 2: WRITING Part 1 (question 1)

Question 1

email

To: Jane
Sent: 15th January
Subject: surprise party

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Part 2

Write an answer to one of the questions 2-5 in this part. Write your answer in 120-180 words in an
appropriate style on the opposite page. Put the question number in the box at the top of the page.

2 You recently attended an English language course in the UK. You recently received the
following email.

email

Dear Student,
As a recent student in our academy, we would be very grateful if you could write
a report letting us know your opinion of the classes, accommodation, and any
other relevant areas. If you have any suggestions about improvements we could
make, we would be delighted to read them.
Many thanks,

D. Blackstock
Director of Studies

Write your report.

3 An English language magazine has invited its readers to write an article about what their lives
would be like without computers.

Write your article.

4 Your teacher has asked you to write a story for the school magazine. The story must begin
with the words:

Ivan had never been so envious o f anybody in his life.

Write your story.

5 Answer one of the following two questions based on your reading of one of the set books.
Write the letter (a) or (b) as well as the number 5 in the question box on the opposite page.

(a) Following a class discussion, your teacher has given you this essay for homework:
‘Why does this book remain so popular today?’

Write your essay.

(b) A local bookshop has asked its customers to write a review of a book, to include in its
annual catalogue.

Write your review.

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 TEST 7 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGLISH Part 1 (questions 112)

Part 1

For questions 1-12, read the text below and decide which answer (А, В, С or D) best fits each gap.
There is an example at the beginning (0).

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

Example:

0 A resort В complex С site D place

Brighton

This popular seaside ( 0 ) ..........on the south coast of England is so ( 1 ) ............to London it has
sometimes been called ‘London by the sea’. It is one of the United Kingdom’s top ten beach
destinations and was recently ( 2 ) ..........the UK’s Green Capital. Brighton has also always had a
reputation (3 )..........being very stylish and fashionable and in particular ‘funky’. It’s a very cool place
and has plenty to (4 )..........every kind of visitor.

Those interested in history or architecture should (5) .......... the Brighton Pavilion. Originally a
farmhouse, the Pavilion was (6 )..........into an exotic seaside home for the Prince Regent, who later
became King George IV, between 1815 and 1822. It’s a beautiful mixture of Indian and classical
architecture and is quite (7) .......... in style. For fantastic shopping you should (8) .......... an
afternoon walking through the lanes; you’ll find all sorts of unusual and interesting shops there. If you
want fun and good food you should visit the famous Victorian pier. This stretches out over the sea
5

and is ( 9 ) ..........of life. There are amusement arcades, cafes and shops as well as places to try
some very (1 0 )..........fish and chips. The beach front is also a (11)........... place with more shops,
cafes and stylish bars. There’s plenty of nightlife too. Even the beach has made a name for itself as
a great place for a party. There’s just a wonderful holiday (1 2 )............

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1 A next В close С convenient D easy

2 A chosen В voted С elected D decided

3 A to В for С of D with

4 A offer В give С suggest D invite

5 A visit В go С look D sightsee

6 A translated В transferred С altered D transformed

7 A unique В alone С single D solo

8 A pass В have С waste D spend

9 A complete В whole С full D plenty

10 A real В authentic С true D genuine

11 A occupied В exciting С busy D engaged

12 A atmosphere В environment С experience D sensation

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Part 2

For questions 13-24, read the text below and think of the word that best fits each gap. Use only one
word in each gap. There is an example at the beginning (0).

Write your answers IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet.

Example: [o] 0 F

World Music Day

The idea (0 )..........World Music Day or Fete de la Musique began in France (1 3 )........... the 1980s
but has quickly spread across the globe and is now celebrated (1 4 )..........21st June in over 120
countries. (1 5 )..........American musician, Joel Cohen, who was working for a French radio station,
first came up (16)..........the idea for a music festival that everyone could enjoy and take (17)...........
in. He suggested an all-night music festival (1 8 )..........celebrate the summer solstice (the longest
day). The French minister for culture liked the idea and it first became reality in June 1982. The main
idea behind the festival is that music is (1 9 )..........great way to bring people together regardless of
their nationality, ethnic and cultural background or age. It (2 0 )..........extremely popular, particularly
because all the events were free.

Today the event is celebrated in cities (2 1 )..........far apart as Potsdam and Osaka, New York and
Sydney. The day does not only involve individual musicians but also orchestras, cultural
organisations, and schools. The best thing (2 2 )..........the festival is that musicians are encouraged
to perform outside the usual music venues and concert halls. Whole towns (2 3 )..........turned into
huge outdoor concerts. And every kind of music is on offer. You can hear classical music, jazz bands,
rock groups, pop bands, folk music and singer-songwriters all in (2 4 )..........same place, and all for
free.

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Part 3

For questions 25-34 read the text below. Use the word given in capitals at the end of some of the
lines to form a word that fits in the gap in the same line. There is an example at the beginning (0).

Write your answers IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet.

Example: [ol 5 T КA NG E К5

Flat sharing

Sharing your living space is never easy but is it better to share with family
or friends or complete (0 ) ..........? Living with your family is certainly not STRANGE
(25) ... ; it can cause all sorts of problems, but at least with your COMPLICATE
family you know the other people in your house very well. And
(26 ) ... you like each other and try to be nice to each other. At some GENERAL
point though most of us want some (27)..........and so we end up moving DEPEND
out of the family home. Nowadays it is (2 8 )..........for young people to USUAL
be able to afford to rent somewhere by themselves and living alone can
be frightening and lonely, (2 9 )..........if it is in a strange new city, so lots SPECIAL
of people decide to share. If you have friends in the same place in similar
situations then it makes sense to live together and this can be very
(3 0 )...... ... . However, living with someone will put all kinds of pressures SUCCESS
on your (3 1 )............You find out all sorts of things about someone when FRIEND
you share the same living room, kitchen and bathroom. Choice of TV
programme, (3 2 )..........and length of time spent in the bathroom are all TIDY
common causes of (3 3 )............Sometimes it is better to move in with AGREE
someone who is not your friend. That way their annoying (3 4 )..........will BEHAVE
not change an existing relationship and if you get on they could become
a new friend.

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TEST 7 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGLISH Part 4 (questions 35 42)

Part 4

For questions 35-42, complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first
sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given. You must use between two and
five words, including the word given. Here is an example (0).

Example: 0 I haven’t seen him for at least 2 years.

TIME
T h e ........................................................... was more than 2 years ago.

The gap can be filled by the words ‘last time I saw him’, so you write:

Example: [o] LAST TIME I SAW HIM

Write only the missing words IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet.

35 As long as there isn’t a problem with traffic we’ll be there in half an hour.
IF
We’ll be there in half an hour.......................................any problems with traffic.

36 A professional is going to do her make up for her.

HAVE
She’s going t o .......................................by a professional.

37 It was a very bad idea to spend so much money on a new TV.

SHOULD
You.......................................so much money on a new TV.

38 ‘It’s icy so please be careful when you go out,’ Joe’s mother said.
WARNED
Joe’s mother.......................................careful when he went out because it was icy.

39 I think you should ask your teacher for help.

WOULD
If I .......................................your teacher for help.

40 He’ll probably arrive late, he usually does.

NOT
H e .......................................on time, he doesn’t usually.

41 Mark left the flat before Lauren got home.

ALREADY
When Lauren got home M ark.......................................the flat.

42 Could you please turn down the radio?

TURNING
W ould.......................................the radio?

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S3 P a rt 1

You’ll hear people talking in eight different situations. For questions 1-8, choose the best answer,
A, В or C.

1 You hear a man talking about a sport. Why did he stop playing the sport?
A Because of injury.
В He no longer enjoyed it.
С He doesn’t have enough time.

2 You hear a woman talking about a recent purchase. Where did she buy it?
A in a shop
В on the Internet i

С at a local market

3 You hear somebody talking about a new school. What does the person think about it?
A It is needed.
В It isn’t needed.
С It’s too far away.

4 You hear a woman talking about her job. What is she worried about?
A She doesn’t have the necessary skills.
В She has too much work to do.
С She might lose her job.

5 You hear an advertisement for a holiday. What kind of holiday is being advertised?
A a cruise
В a safari
С an activity holiday

6 You hear somebody discussing a radio programme. What kind of programme was it?
A a political debate
В a quiz programme
С a comedy

7 You hear somebody talking about a piece of furniture. How does he feel about it?
A It’s too big.
В It was difficult to assemble.
С It was too expensive.

8 You hear somebody talking about their plans for the weekend. What are they going to see?
A a concert
В a film
С a football match

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CD 3 Part 2
TR 5

You’ll hear a talk about an arts festival. For questions 9-18 complete the sentences.

Brian Daniels is the 9 of the Wentworth Art Fair.

The Marta Costello collection is made up of approximately

10 drawings, journals, letters, paintings and other items.

Some experts on the artist’s work have questioned

11 of the collection.

A three-day pass is 12

Doors open at 13

The moderator will be Michael Edward Hall, art historian, critic and correspondent for
14

Welsh artist PViillipa West is among the most popular and beloved
15 of the 20th century.

The Welsh Arts Council has designated her work ‘National Patrimony’ and restricted its
16

The collection became the focus of numerous articles in

17 in Europe.

The Wentworth Art Fair Symposium will look into the issues surrounding the collection and its still
18

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CD 3
TR 6
Part 3

You will hear five different people talking about a television programme. For questions 19-23 choose
from the list A-F what each person says about it. Use the letters only once. There is one extra letter
which you do not need to use.

A knows one of the contestants

Speaker 1 19

В watched it in the past but not now

Speaker 2 20

С can’t understand why people watch it

Speaker 3 21

D has never watched it

Speaker 4 22

E watches it regularly
Speaker 5 23

F watches it occasionally

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You will hear an interview with a psychologist about sharing houses. For questions 24-30, choose the
best answer (A, В or C).

24 When do most people share accommodation?

A When they leave home.
В When they are invited to.
С When they are having problems.

25 According to Dr. Millington, what is an important thing to do when sharing a flat?

A to share food
В to have established rules
С be sociable

26 What is the most common problem with sharing accommodation?

A paying bills
В meal times
С being clean

27 What problem with rotas is mentioned?

A They are too obvious.
В You have to pay for them.
С Circumstances can change.

28 What does she say about having your own space?

A It’s heaven.
В It’s tough.
С It’s important.

29 What can be a problem with living with friends?

A You could have an argument.
В You trust them too much.
С It feels strange.

30 What is a fundamental requirement of sharing a flat?

A being considerate
В liking the same music
С enjoying parties

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Part 1
3 minutes

What’s your name? (Candidate A )

(Repeat fo r Candidate В)

Where are you from? / Where do you live? (Candidate A )

What do you like about living in ... ?
And you (Candidate B) Where are you from? / Where do you live?
What do you like about living in ... ?
Choose questions from the sections below; ask different questions to each candidate, in any order.

Free time and interests

What do you like doing at weekends?

Do you prefer to spend your free time alone or with friends? Why?
How much of your free time do you spend with your family? What sorts of things do
you do together?
Do you have any hobbies that you’ve done for a long time? What?
Do you enjoy trying new activities? Have you tried anything new recently?

Daily routine

Do you prefer getting up early in the morning or staying up late at night? Why?
What’s your favourite day of the week? Why?
Do you spend a lot of time at home? What do you do there?
Do you prefer to have the same routine every day or do you prefer to do different
things every day? Why?
Is there anything you’d like to change about your daily routine?

Future plans

What are you planning to do for your next holiday?

Is there anything you’d like to study in the future? (What? Why?)
• What job would you like to be doing in 10 years time?
Would you like to live abroad in the future?
Is there anything you’re really looking forward to in the next few weeks?
(What? Why?)

Travel and holidays

Tell us about a special place you’ve visited.

Is there anywhere in the world you’d really like to visit? (Where? Why?)
Do you like to spend your holiday in the same place each year or do you prefer to
go somewhere different each year?
Do you prefer going on holiday in the summer or winter? Why?
What do you like to do when you’re on holiday?

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Part 2
4 minutes

Interlocutor In this part of the test I’m going to give each of you two different photographs.
I’d like you to talk about your photographs on your own for about a minute.

(Candidate A) It's your turn first. Here are your photographs. They show people
listening to music. Compare the photos and say what you think the
advantages and disadvantages are of listening to music in these places.

Look at page 211.

Candidate A
© approximately
1 minute

Interlocutor Thank you.

(Candidate B) Where do you like to listen to music?

Candidate В
© 20-30 seconds

Interlocutor Thank you.

Now (Candidate B) it’s your turn. Here are your photographs. They show people
and bikes.

Compare the photos and say how important you think the bikes are to
these people.

Look at page 212.

Candidate В
© approximately
1 minute

Interlocutor Thank you.

(Candidate A ) How often do you ride a bike?

Candidate A
© 20-30 seconds

Interlocutor Thank you.

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Parts 3 and 4
7 minutes

Part 3

Interlocutor Now I’d like you to talk about something together for about 3 minutes.
(4 minutes fo r groups o f three)

Here are some pictures of people helping each other. Talk about how the
people are helping each other in these situations. Then decide in which
two situations it is most important to have someone to help you.

Look at page 213.

\

Candidates
© approximately ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

3 minutes
(4 minutes fo r
groups o f three)

Interlocutor Thank you.

Part 4

Interlocutor Select any o f the follow ing questions, as appropriate:

* Do you prefer to try to do difficult things by yourself or do you ask

someone to help you? (Why?)

* Have you offered to help anyone with something difficult recently?

* Who do you usually ask to help you with difficult situations?

* Why do you think some people refuse to let people help them?

* Do you think parents should help their children with schoolwork?

* Some people say parents help their children too much these days.
Do you agree?

* In what situations would you refuse to help someone?

Thank you. That is the end of the test.

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 TEST 8 PAPER 1: READING Part 1 (questions 1-8)

Part 1

You are going to read an extract from a novel. For questions 1-8 choose the answer (А, В, С or D)
which you think fits best according to the text.

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

Even though Nick knew he hadn’t forgotten anything he had to check and double check he had his
passport, tickets and wallet in his bag before he left the house. He had flown plenty of times before
so this wasn’t the first time but he still felt nervous. But then this was no ordinary trip; this time he
wasn’t just travelling abroad for a few weeks; he was about to start a whole new life on the other
side of the world. He had spent months planning for it and couldn’t believe the day had finally
arrived when he was heading for the airport about to get on a plane to India. He had never been
there before but felt prepared as he had read so much about the place and watched various
documentaries. They had also told him a lot about what to expect on the training course he had
been on for his new job. There was no denying though that it was going to be very different from
the life he was used to.

His brother had offered to drive him to the airport, which he was very grateful for. His brother arrived
exactly on time, as always, and together they carried his bags down to the car. It felt strange locking
the door behind him, not knowing when he would see the place again. A friend of his was going to
move in and rent it from him while he was away so he didn’t have to worry about it being empty.
But it still made him sad to lock the door and leave. In the car driving to the airport his brother’s son
kept them entertained talking about a party he had been to the day before and explaining in great
detail what he could now do on his new bike. It was perfect; Nick didn’t want to think too much about
where he was going and it was much better to be distracted by his six-year-old nephew. They
arrived at the airport and Nick’s brother and nephew came in with him to check in his bags. Then
they walked together to the security check. Nick had been dreading this moment, he had said
goodbye to so many people recently and even cried at the end of his leaving party but this was the
final goodbye; from this moment he was on his own. His nephew suddenly wanted a drink and so
they said a quick goodbye and before they could get too emotional his nephew had dragged his
brother away to the shop and he was standing on his own. He got ready to go through security, took
off his jacket, took his laptop out of his bag and took his mobile and keys out of his pocket. This was
it, he was really leaving.

He walked around the shops for a while and bought some newspapers and books. He had been
told his new colleagues would be grateful for these. He wasn’t planning to read them himself, his
only plan for the flight was to sleep and maybe watch a film if they were showing something good.
He walked to the gate and in no time at all he was sitting on the plane listening to the safety
announcements. As the plane taxied down the runway he thought about how he had ended up
line 32 where he was. It hadn’t been simple fate or destiny; he had gone looking for this opportunity.
No-one had asked him to do it. He had made the effort to find this job; he had applied for it and out
of over 20 candidates they had decided to give it to him. In a way he had fought for this seat on the
plane and he had won. He deserved to be here and he was excited. He was going to miss all his
friends and family but what he was going to do was amazing. It was the job he had always dreamed
of; it was what he had spent years studying for. It wasn’t going to be easy but he felt very ready for
the challenge. He felt with absolute certainty that he had made the right decision. He smiled to
himself and as the plane left the ground he looked out of the window and said a silent goodbye to
all the people he was leaving behind.

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1 Why did he feel nervous before he left the house?

A He had never flown on his own before.
В He thought he had forgotten something.
С He was about to go on holiday with someone he didn’t know.
D He was about to make a big change in his life.

2 How much did he know about the place he was going to?
A nothing
В a lot; he had been there before
С quite a lot; he had tried to learn about it
D hardly anything; only what friends had told him

3 Why did he feel strange locking the door? *

A He didn’t want his friend to live there.
В He was going to miss all the things he had left behind.
С He was worried about it being empty.
D He was unsure when he would come back.

4 How did he feel about his nephew being in the car to the airport?
A pleased
В annoyed
С amused
D disappointed

5 Wha1i happened when they said goodbye at the airport?

A Nick’s nephew cried and ran away.
В Nick cried.
С Nick’s brother cried.
D No-one cried.

6 Why did he buy newspapers and magazines at the airport?

A He had forgotten to buy them before.
В Other people had asked him to buy them.
С He wanted something to read on the plane.
D He knew the people he was going to be working with would like them.

7 Why does he say in line 32 ‘It hadn't been simple fate or destiny’?
A He had worked hard to get this new job.
В Getting the job had been a very long and complicated process.
С He had been very unlucky to get this job.
D He got the job because he had done what other people told him to do.

8 Which best describes how Nick was feeling as the plane took off?
A worried
В calm
С sad
D tired
 TEST 8 PAPER 1: READING Part 2 (questions 9-15)

Part 2

You are going to read an interview with a couple who own a holiday home in the French Pyrenees.
Seven sentences have been removed from the article. Choose from the sentences A-H the one
which fits each gap (9-15). There is one extra sentence which you do not need to use.

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

Why did you decide to buy a holiday home here? fact it is a beautiful place to have a holiday at any
We have always loved travelling and spending time of the year.
time in different countries on holidays. It made
sense to us to have somewhere which was our What do you like most about owning a second
own, where we could go back to again and again home?
whenever we liked. I 9 I 1 It has everything 1 12 1 1 We spend lots of holidays here
we were looking for: mountains, beautiful ourselves and sometimes friends and family join
scenery, good countryside for walking and there us, but we also let friends and family stay in it by
are towns and a major city nearby. We looked at themselves if they want to. It means the house is
some very remote places but decided we wanted occupied more, and the more it is used the
to be in a town. We enjoy being able to walk better. It would be a shame if it were empty a lot
down to the shops in the morning to get fresh of the time. We also like that we have met some
bread and walk to a restaurant for dinner in the good friends here. 13 1 It means we don’t
evening. It was important to us that it was easy feel like strangers when we’re here. Another
to get to for short holidays too so the fact that thing we like is that there is always somewhere
there is an airport nearby was a key factor. new to visit and explore as well as favourite
I 10 I 1 We love both of our houses even places to go back to.
though they are very different in style and in very
different places. Have you ever had any problems with the
house?
How did you find this particular property? Fortunately no, nothing serious but it is always a
We did some research into the area we liked and worry when it is empty for long periods of time
we looked at adverts on the Internet, which gave and we are so far away. We are lucky to have
us an idea of what was available. Then we went helpful neighbours and friends who live nearby
to an agency which specialised in property in the who can keep an eye on the house for us. In the
area where we were looking. They were really very cold weather last winter the pipe to the
helpful and in three days they took us to a outside tap froze and split but the postman
number of different houses as well as some noticed and sealed it for us. We had a problem
empty plots of land with potential for building a with the hot water tank once too. We arrived one
new property. I 11 I 1 We spent time talking time and turned it on and suddenly water started
to the couple who were selling it and looking pouring down the stairs. I 14 I 1 We were
around the garden as well as the house. It’s not able to get a plumber to come and look at it and
a big house; there are only two bedrooms, but it then arranged for a new one to be fitted so it
is exactly what we were looking for. It has a wasn’t too bad. One advantage of not always
fantastic terrace with views of the mountains and being here is that we have been able to have
because it is high up we can see right over the both the bathrooms redecorated. Some friends
town too. It’s very picturesque. It has a wonderful of ours did all the work for us and it worked out
big fireplace too so is nice and warm in winter. In really well.

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Would you like to move and live here bought it as a holiday home or second home not
permanently? somewhere to live all the time. We like having
No. We have too much that we would miss back both our homes and don’t want to give up either
home: good friends and family. I 15 I 1 We of them. We are very lucky that we can enjoy
might come for a month or more at a time spending time in two lovely houses.
instead of a week or two as we do now. But we

A We visited this area a couple of times E The house we now own was actually
and we really liked it. the last one we saw and we instantly
knew it was perfect.
В That wasn’t a very good start to our
holiday but it is lucky it happened to us F The weather is usually better than
and not friends of ours. what we’re used to at home with lots
of blue sky and sunshine, even in
С Next year we will both retire and then winter.
we will be able to spend much more
time here. G It is so nice each time we come out to
have a group of people to spend time
D And finally we were looking for with and social events to go to.
somewhere in contrast to where we
live the rest of the year. H We love that we can share it with our
friends and family.

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Part 3

You are going to read an article in which four people talk about train journeys they have been on. For
questions 16-30 choose from the people (A-D). The people may be chosen more than once. When
more than one answer is required they may be given in any order.

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

Which person or people:

was disappointed by the experience? I 16 I 1

learnt something interesting while on the journey? I 17 I 1

did this journey more than once? i 18 I l

did this journey with one friend? I 19 I 1

thinks the price was too expensive? I 20 I 1

chose to do the journey because of the low price? Г 21 I I

says this was the first time they had been on a journey like this? I 22 I l

have good memories of their journey? I 23 I l I 24 I 1

took this journey because of advice from friends? I 25 I 1

says they felt geared at one point on the journey? I 26 I 1

mentions something which irritated them while on the train? I 27 I 1

went on the longest journey? I 28 I 1

talk about what they could see outside the train? I 29 1 1 I 30 1 1

 TEST 8 PAPER 1: READING Part3 (questions 16-30)

Memorable train journeys

London to Brighton (UK) Casablanca to Marrakech (Morocco)

I spent over ten years doing this journey every day We decided to travel by train because it was
of the week. I’m very relieved I am retired now. I cheap and it only took three hours. Also, I thought
still do the same journey sometimes but now I don’t a train journey through the desert would be
have to travel in the rush hour and if there are interesting and different. In reality it wasn’t quite
delays it doesn’t matter so much. The journey as much fun as I had hoped. We got to the station
when it went well wasn’t bad at all. It wasn’t too in plenty of time and got our tickets without too
long and I was usually able to sit down and read much difficulty. The chaos started when we went
the newspaper. It was quite pleasant as long as out to the platform. It appeared that everyone else
there were no annoying people having loud phone in the station was also planning to get on the
conversations. But generally it was fine and not a same train as us. It was really crowded. When the
bad way to begin and end a busy day in the city. train arrived it was a real fight to get on and all the
The problems and stress came with the all too seats were occupied in seconds.; My friend and I
frequent delays and cancellations. It was got separated in the confusion but there was no
extremely frustrating, especially as I was paying so way we could move so we just had to stand where
much money for my ticket. The cost was much too we were and hold on. My friend managed to sit
high in my opinion. I am glad I don’t have to pay down after about an hour but I had to stand for the
that anymore. whole three hours. The scenery was quite
spectacular in places but the train was hot and
uncomfortable.
в Moscow to St Petersburg (Russia)
The most memorable train journey I have ever
been on was between Moscow and St Petersburg Cairns to Karanga (Australia)
in Russia. We were about 17 years old and on a I went on this train journey while I was visiting
school trip to see the places we were studying in some friends who lived in Australia. I went away
our Russian history lessons. We spent three days for a few days on my own and before I left, my
in Moscow then took the overnight train to St friends had recommended this trip; it was
Petersburg. I remember feeling really excited definitely worth it. It used to be an old mining train
about it. I had never been on an overnight train that took miners to work every day. It starts on the
journey before. We went to the theatre on our last coast and goes right up the side of a mountain. It
evening in Moscow and then went straight to the is very steep and the views are fantastic looking
station to get on the train at about 11 pm. There back out to sea. There is lots of information in the
were four of us in each room and our whole group different stations about the people who built the
occupied about two carriages of the train. Our railway originally. It was a very dangerous job and
teachers were very aware of the dangers of many of them died while they doing it, either
travelling by train at night in Russia and warned us through accidents or disease. The whole journey
never to walk around the train on our own. They only takes about an hour but you see all sorts of
told us to go in groups of three to the toilets so that amazing things on the way. At one point it even
two people could wait outside together while one goes through a tropical rainforest and there are
person went in. That frightened us a little but some really beautiful plants. It is a wonderful trip
nothing happened. I don’t think we slept much; we to do as a tourist, but I’m sure the miners didn’t
stayed up most of the night talking, but I remember enjoy it quite so much.
waking up in the morning and realising it was
daylight outside and that we were in a completely
new city. It was amazing.
 TEST 8 PAPER 2: WRITING Part 1 (question 1)

Part 1

You must answer this question. Write your answer in 120-150 words in an appropriate style on the
opposite page.

1 You have just read an article in your school magazine about desktop security. Read the extract
from the article and the notes you have made. Then write a letter to the editor.

Are you one of those computer users who are unaware of the
How do I know - danger and harmful effects of viruses?
if I have a virus? You should compare your computer to your home. Would you
leave your front and back doors unlocked at night or when you
leave the house? Would you keep ground floor windows open all
day even when no one is home? A virus, like a thief, sneaks in
as unobtrusively as possible, hoping to wreak havoc on your
personal belongings like financial data, private and work files,
How does my
computer become and computer system files. For some reason, there are people How does
infected with ~ out there who enjoy making viruses. the security
a virus? Desktop security software, if it’s good, will be responsible for software work?
taking out these threats, and allowing you the supreme comfort
of being able to surf the Internet in peace. A virus can do so
much damage to your computer within the span of 24 hours. It
can delete files, corrupt files so that when you open them, they
look like a mishmash of numbers and alphabets (called garbled
text), and they can infect the emails you send out thereby
infecting the computers of the people you email to. A virus can
totally shut down your PC so that you won’t be able to use it
unless you have it reformatted. Make sure you read various
1computer security software reviews to get the best software to
protect you. ...... What software
would you
There are different types of computer viruses aside from the one recommend?
that attaches to emails. These different types of computer
viruses are: Overwrite, Resident, File Infecting, and Boot Virus.
Their objectives are different parts of the computer with one thing
in mind - destroy, destroy, destroy.

You need the antivirus software without a doubt, and unless you
get one, you will always be at the mercy of these dark,
destructive thieves of the Internet.

Write your letter. You must use grammatically correct sentences with accurate spelling and
punctuation in a style appropriate for the situation.

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Question 1

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Part 2

Write an answer to one of the questions 2-5 in this part. Write your answer in 120-180 words in an
appropriate style on the opposite page. Put the question number in the box at the top of the page.

In your English class you have been discussing different ways of learning a language. Your
teacher has asked you to write an essay with the following title:

‘The advantages and disadvantages of learning

English in an English-speaking country’

Write your essay.

You see this announcement in an English language magazine:

We invite our readers to write an article on:

The most important invention of the last century
What is it? Why is it so important? How has its invention changed our lives?
The best article wins an annual subscription to this magazine.

Write your article.

Your teacher has asked you to write a story for the school magazine. The story must end with
the words:

Jennifer would never again ignore her grandm other’s advice.

Write your story.

5

Answer one of the following two questions based on your reading of one of the set books.
Write the letter (a) or (b) as well as the number 5 in the question box on the opposite page.

(a) This book is one of the best books you’ll ever read’
Write an article for your school magazine saying if you agree with this statement or not.

(b) You have received a letter from your English speaking friend, Lucy:

I’ve recently finished reading the book you recommended, I was

thinking about how, by the end of the book, the characters of the
protagonists had changed very dramatically. What do you think?
Who changed the most and how?
Write soon,
Lucy

Write your letter.

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TEST 8 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGLISH Part 1 (questions 112)

Part 1

For questions 1-12, read the text below and decide which answer (А, В, С or D) best fits each gap.
There is an example at the beginning (0).

Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

Example:

0 A product В item С thing D garment

Packaging

What is packaging? It is the first thing we see when we are buying a (0) ............ It is often the
packaging which ( 1 ) .......... us to a particular product in the first place. But packaging is not only
about making us (2 )..........to buy something, it also protects and (3 )........... whatever we are buying
and gives us information about the product ( 4 )............It is impossible to (5 )........... a world without
packaging; everything we buy has some kind of packaging. We need it; it clearly serves many
(6 )..........purposes. So what is the problem with packaging and why has it attracted so much media
attention in recent years?

The problem is what we do with the packaging once we ( 7 ) ..........it and don’t need it anymore.
Packaging (8 )..........for about 60% of all household waste. In Western Europe the amount of plastic
we use each year is going up and most containers are only used once before being thrown (9 ).............
Plastic takes about 450 years to degrade but even then it never completely (1 0 ).......... but'gets
broken down into tiny pieces which then pollute both the land and sea. Disposing of packaging is
therefore a (11)..........problem and one that we need to address. We need to think carefully about
the things we buy and their impact on the environment. We should look for products with less
packaging and in (12)..........less plastic packaging. Ideally we should buy products with recycled or
recyclable packaging.

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1 A notices В grabs С pulls D attracts

2 A want В desire С hope D plan

3 A saves В preserves С keeps D guards

4 A contained В inside С below D under

5 A think В dream С imagine D see

6 A useful В useless С usual D easy

7 A break В consume С open D finish

8 A makes В accounts С consists D amounts

9 A up В over С off D away

10 A disappears В hides С dies D goes

11 A important В minor С serious D true

12 A such В exact С particular D example

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TEST 8 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGLISH Part 2 (questions 13 24)

Part 2

For questions 13-24, read the text below and think of the word that best fits each gap. Use only one
word in each gap. There is an example at the beginning (0).

Write your answers IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet.

Example: [о] [T 0

Valentine’s Day

It is impossible ( 0 ) ..........escape Valentine’s Day these days. Even if you have no idea when it is
(February 14th!) the shops are sure to remind (13)..........weeks in advance. In fact, once Christmas
and New Year (1 4 )..........over it is the next big date on the calendar for shops and restaurants to
take advantage (15) ............. And after Christmas it is the day of the year when the second
(16)...... ... amount of money is spent on cards and presents. But is it just consumerism gone mad?
Or is Valentine’s Day a romantic tradition we should enjoy celebrating? The origins of Valentine’s Day
are (1 7 )..........clear and there are different versions of who the original Saint Valentine (1 8 )...........
and what he did to become the Patron Saint of love and romance. However, whatever the origins, it
seems that now throughout the world there are many different customs and traditions (1 9 )..........
have been practised for hundreds of years. The most typical tradition is to send a card or give flowers
or chocolates to the person you are in a romantic relationship (2 0 )............ It might be true that in
various surveys and questionnaires (2 1 )..........majority of people say that they do not believe in
celebrating Saint Valentine’s Day (22)..........the reality is that sales of flowers, chocolates and other
gifts go up significantly around the middle of February and there are more and (2 3 )..........e-cards
being sent each year for Valentine’s Day. So perhaps we are really all (24)..........more romantic than
we like to admit.
 TEST 8 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGLISH Part 3 (questions 25-34)

Part 3

For questions 25-34 read the text below. Use the word given in capitals at the end of some of the
lines to form a word that fits in the gap in the same line. There is an example at the beginning (0).

Write your answers IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet.

Example: [o] [iT W G

Ethical fashion

The fashion industry has been slow and ( 0 ) ..........to change the way it WILLING
works; we’ve known for ten years now that the fashion industry uses child
labour, exposes workers to (25) .......... chemicals and often does not DANGER
respect workers’ basic rights. However, Estethica is (26) .......... to BEGIN
improve the situation and change the face of fashion. Estethica was
launched at London Fashion Week six years ago and is now an important
part of the show. It is a place where ethical (27) .......... and fashion DESIGN
houses have the chance to show their designs to the world of fashion and
the results are promising. It is not just about the exclusive end of the
fashion market, well-known high street brands are also (28) .......... GRADUAL
increasing their ranges of ethically produced clothing.
To be part of Estethica the rules are clear and strict. (2 9 )..........farmers FIRST
and workers must be paid a fair amount of money, and profits from the
business are often spent on (30) ......... projects such as schools and COMMON
hospitals. No child labour is used in the process of making the clothes.
All the materials used in the (31)..........of fabrics should be organic, that PRODUCE
is produced without the use of artificial chemicals. This is better for the
local environment but also safer for workers. An effort is also made to
reduce the (32) .......... impact of the whole process; transportation is ENVIRONMENT
kept to a minimum for example. Fabrics are (33) ......... and waste is USE
recycled where possible. And finally working conditions and production
methods are valued more (3 4 )..........than cheap clothes. HIGH

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 TEST 8 PAPER 3: USE OF ENGLISH Part 4 (questions 35-42)

Part 4

For questions 35-42, complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first
sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given. You must use between two and
five words, including the word given. Here is an example (0).

Example: 0 I haven’t seen him for at least 2 years.

TIME
T h e ........................................................... was more than 2 years ago.

The gap can be filled by the words ‘last time I saw him’, so you write:

Example: [o] LAST TIME I SAW HIM

Write only the missing words IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet.

35 The Chinese invented paper over a thousand years ago.

BY
Paper.......................................over a thousand years ago.

36 It’s possible that certain species of butterfly will soon be extinct.

MIGHT
Certain species of butterfly.......................................soon.

37 Elizabeth said she would resign if her boss didn’t give her a pay rise.
THREATENED
Elizabeth.......................................her boss gave her a pay rise.

38 The neighbours usually forget to put out their rubbish to be collected.

TEND
The neighbours.......................................remember to put out their rubbish to be collected.

39 My Dad has been retired for almost two years now.

AGO
My D a d.......................................now.

40 It was such a beautiful place; I really recommend you go there.

SO
T h e .......................................; I really recommend you go there.

41 ‘Would you like to have breakfast in the hotel?’ asked the receptionist.
US
The receptionist.......................................wanted to have breakfast in the hotel.

42 Since he joined the gym he’s been eating much more healthily.
THAN
His d ie t.......................................before he joined the gym.

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 TEST 8 PAPER 4: LISTENING Part 1 (questions 1-8)

ir 8 P a rti

You’ll hear people talking in eight different situations. For questions 1-8, choose the best answer, A,
В or C.

1 You hear someone talking about something he has given up. What has he given up?
A coffee
В sweets
С a hobby

2 You hear a woman talking about a place she went to. Why did she visit it?
A to meet a friend
В for work 1
С to go shopping

3 You hear somebody talking about a song. What does the person think about the song?
A He prefers the original.
В He prefers the current version.
С He likes the film it comes from.

4 You hear two people discussing a restaurant. What do they agree on?
A It’s expensive.
В The service isn’t good.
С The food isn’t very good.

5 You hear a weather forecast on the radio. What will the weather be like on Sunday?
A cloudy
В sunny
С rainy

6 You hear an announcement at a train station. What time will the train leave?
A 4.40
В 4.20
С 3.50

7 You hear two people discussing their new language class. How do they feel about it?
A The teacher is boring.
В It is too difficult.
С They like the teacher.

8 You hear somebody talking about a dress. What does she say about it?
A It’s fashionable.
В It doesn’t fit her.
С She wears it regularly.

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 TEST 8 PAPER 4: LISTENING Part 2 (questions 9-18)

CD 3 Part 2
TR 9

You will hear a lecture about cheese-making. For questions 9-18 complete the sentences.

Cheddar cheese is usually made with

10 all the equipment in hot water and ensure that the room is not
subject to cold draughts.

To make approximately 11 of Cheddar you will need 5. litres of

full cream milk, 5ml of liquid starter, 3ml of rennet and 10g of salt.

Pasteurise the milk to destroy 12

The curd is normally ready when it is firm 13

Cut down into the curd, from top to bottom one way then cut it 14
to form square columns.

Gradually increase the temperature over the next 15

Using 16 take out as much of the liquid whey as possible, then

place a sterilised cloth over a stainless steel bucket or large basin and pour in the curds.

Remove the cheese from the press and cloth and dip it in 17
for one minute in order to consolidate and smooth the surface.

Leave to mature in a 18

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 TEST 8 PAPER 4: LISTENING Part3 (questions 19-23)

CD 3
TR 10 Part 3

You will hear five different people talking about an internet website. For questions 19-23 choose from
the list A-F to say what each person feels about it. Use the letters only once. There is one extra letter
which you do not need to use.

A has never used it

Speaker 1 19

В often uses it and buys music too

Speaker 2 20

С ultimately, it is beneficial to the artists

Speaker 3 21

D worries about its effect on music shops

Speaker 4 22

E used to use it

Speaker 5 23

F has a lot of sympathy for record companies

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 TEST 8 PAPER 4: LISTENING Part 4 (questions 24-30)

You will hear an interview with a rock singer, Michael Michaels. For questions 24-30, choose the best
answer (A, В or C).

24 What does Michael enjoy doing on holiday?

A gardening
В shopping
С pottery

25 What does Michael say about his weight?

A He eats too many biscuits.
В He is overweight.
С He puts on weight easily.

26 How does he feel in the mornings?

A very energetic
В a little angry
С He finds it difficult to get up.

27 On tour he
A is tempted to eat too much.
В doesn’t eat a lot.
С has a personal trainer.

28 How does he feel about being famous?

A It doesn’t make any difference to him.
В He doesn’t like it when people are rude.
С He doesn’t remember not being famous.

29 How did the media react to his latest album?

A They loved it.
В They ignored it.
С They gave it bad reviews.

30 When will he retire?

A When he’s finished writing his musical.
В never
С in about 5 years

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 TEST 8 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 1

Part 1
3 minutes

• What’s your name? (Candidate A )

• (Repeat fo r Candidate В)

Where are you from? / Where do you live? (Candidate A )

What do you like about living in ... ?
And you (Candidate B) Where are you from? / Where do you live?
What do you like about living in ... ?
Choose questions from the sections below; ask different questions to each candidate, in any order.

Free time and interests

What do you like doing at weekends?

Do you prefer to spend your free time alone or with friends? Why?
How much of your free time do you spend with your family? What sorts of things do
you do together?
Do you have any hobbies that you’ve done for a long time? What?
Do you enjoy trying new activities? Have you tried anything new recently?

Daily routine

Do you prefer getting up early in the morning or staying up late at night? Why?
• What’s your favourite day of the week? Why?
Do you spend a lot of time at home? What do you do there?
Do you prefer to have the same routine every day or do you prefer to do different
things every day? Why?
Is there anything you’d like to change about your daily routine?

Future plans

What are you planning to do for your next holiday?

Is there anything you’d like to study in the future? (What? Why?)
* What job would you like to be doing in 10 years time?
Would you like to live abroad in the future?
Is there anything you’re really looking forward to in the next few weeks?
(What? Why?)

Travel and holidays

Tell us about a special place you’ve visited.

Is there anywhere in the world you’d really like to visit? (Where? Why?)
Do you like to spend your holiday in the same place each year or do you prefer to
go somewhere different each year?
Do you prefer going on holiday in the summer or winter? Why?
What do you like to do when you’re on holiday?

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TEST 8 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 2

Part 2
4 minutes

Interlocutor In this part of the test I’m going to give each of you two different photographs.
I’d like you to talk about your photographs on your own for about a minute.

(Candidate A ) It’s your turn first. Here are your photographs. They show people
using phones. Compare the photos and say why you think phones are
important to these people.

Look at page 214.

Candidate A
© approximately
1 minute

Interlocutor Thank you.

(Candidate B) How important is a mobile phone to you?

Candidate В
© 20-30 seconds

Interlocutor Thank you.

Now (Candidate B) it’s your turn. Here are your photographs. They show
people spending money.

Compare the photos and say how you think the people are feeling.

Look at page 215.

Candidate В
© approximately
1 minute

Interlocutor Thank you.

(Candidate A ) What do you like to spend money on?

Candidate A
© 20-30 seconds

Interlocutor Thank you.

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 TEST 8 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Parts 3 and 4

Parts 3 and 4
7 minutes

Part 3

Interlocutor Now I’d like you to talk about something together for about 3 minutes.
(4 minutes fo r groups o f three)

Here are some pictures of things which cause problems in big cities. Talk
about how these things cause problems and then decide which two it
would be most difficult to live with.

Look at page 216.

Candidates
© approximately ...................................................................................................................
3 minutes
(4 minutes fo r
groups o f three)

Interlocutor Thank you.

Part 4

Interlocutor Select any o f the follow ing questions, as appivpnate:

* Do you have to deal with any of these problems where you live?
(Which ones?)

* Do you think it’s better to live in the centre of a big city or on the
outskirts? Why?

* What are the advantages of living in a big city?

* Do you think it’s better for children to grow up in a city or in the

country?

* Why do you think lots of young people move to big cities when they
leave home?

* What do you think could be done to reduce the traffic problems in

big cities?

* Some people say living in a big city can be very lonely, why do you
think this is?

Thank you. That is the end of the test.

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TEST 1 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 2 - page 34 - C andidate A

I V is u a ls

TEST 1 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 2 - page 34 - C andidate В

 Visuals

TEST 1 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 3 - page 35 - C andidates A and В

• W hy m ight studen ts like to do each of th ese sports?

• W hich tw o w ould be m ost p op ular w ith studen ts?

1
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TEST 2 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 2 - page 58 - C andidate A

How do you th in k th ese people are feeling?

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TEST 2 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 2 - page 58 - C andidate В

W hat are the advan tag es and disad van tag es of sho pping in th ese d ifferent places?
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TEST 2 PAPER 5: SPEA KING Part 3 - page 59 - Candidates A and В

• How im p ortan t are th ese m achines in p eo p le’s everyday lives?

• W hich tw o w ould it be m ost d ifficult to live w ithout?

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TEST 3 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 2 - page 80 - C andidate A

W hat are the advan tag es and d isad van tag es of th ese d ifferent w ays of travelling to w ork?
 V is u a ls

TEST 3 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 2 - page 80 - C andidate В

W hy do you thin k the people are enjoying spending tim e w ith th ese anim als?

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 V is u a ls

TEST 3 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 3 - page 81 - C andidates A and В

• W hat are the advantages and disad van tag es of going to th ese places w ith young children?
• W hich holiday w ould be best?
 llis u a ls

TEST 4 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 2 - page 102 - C andidate A

W hy do you thin k th ese people are taking th ese photos?

 lfisuals

TEST 4 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 2 - page 102 - C andidate В

 Visuals

TEST 4 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 3 - page 103 - C andidates A and В

• How im p ortan t w ill each of th ese th in g s be in his new house?

 V is u a ls

TEST 5 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 2 - page 124 - C andidate A

W hat do you th in k the advan tag es and disad van tag es are of studying in th ese places?

2
 V is u a ls

TEST 5 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 2 - page 124 - C andidate В

W hat do you th in k the people are enjoying about being in th ese gardens?

06
 V is u a ls

TEST 5 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 3 - page 125 - C andidates A and В

* W hy do peo ple go out to places like these?

• W hich tw o are the m ost popular in your tow n?
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TEST 6 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 2 - page 146 - C andidate A

 V is u a ls

TEST 6 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 2 - page 146 - C andidate В

How do you th in k th ese people are feeling?

Ill V is u a ls

TEST 6 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 3 - page 147 - C andidates A and В

• W hat are the advan tag es and disadvantages of these w ays of staying in touch?
• W hich tw o w ays are the least effective for staying in touch?
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TEST 7 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 2 - page 168 - C andidate A

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TEST 7 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 2 - page 168 - C andidate В

How im p ortan t do you th in k the bikes are to th ese people?

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TEST 7 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 3 - page 169 - C andidates A and В

• How are the people helping each other in these situations?

• In w hich tw o situ ations is it m ost im p ortan t to have so m eo ne to help you?
 Visuals
TEST 8 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 2 - page 190 - C andidate A

W hy do you th in k phones are im portant to th ese people?

 Visuals

TEST 8 PAPER 5: SPEA KINC Part 2 - page 190 - Candidate В

How do you th in k these people are feeling?

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TEST 8 PAPER 5: SPEAKING Part 3 - page 191 - C andidates A and В

• How do th ese thin gs cause problem s?

• W hich tw o w ould it be m ost d ifficult to live w ith?
Writing
Letters objecting to someone's plans Simultaneous events
I am writing to express my concern / disappointment / alarm at Meanwhile / In the meantime,
hearing... While all this was going on,
I was extremely alarmed / sorry / distressed to hear about your In the middle of all th is ,...
plans to... During all this tim e ,...
As I think you know...
May I point out that... Sudden or unexpected events
I feel I really must object to... Suddenly / All of a sudden,...
I am extremely concerned at the thought that... All at once,...
It must be very clear that... Out of the b lu e ,...
I dread to imagine what damage this will cause. W ithout any w a rn in g ,...
May I respectfully suggest that you... Just when I was least expecting i t , ...
I was wondering if you had considered this alternative. The next thing I knew was...
Would it not be possible to... ?
Rapid events
Letters of complaint As quick as a fla s h ,...
I am writing to complain about... In the wink of an eye,...
I am writing to tell you how disappointed / annoyed I feel In a matter of seconds / m inutes,...4
about... In no time at a ll,...
I was amazed / distressed / horrified to find that...
As you must realise,... Looking back
I am sure you know / you can imagine / you will appreciate In retrospect,...
that... When I think back to what happened th e n ,...
It goes w ithout saying that...
At the very least, I look forward to receiving... Introductory comments
I recently visited (the new Leisure Centre) and have prepared
Letters of recommendation the following report for your consideration.
I am writing to you on behalf of... Further to my visit to ..., I have prepared the following report.
I have known X for... years. The following report relates to my recent visit to...
She I He has shown herself / himself to be extremely...
X would seem to fit the requirements of this job perfectly. General comments
I have no hesitation in recommending X as a... On the whole, I found that...
A lthough..., I should point out that...
Letters to the editor It is a fact that...
I am writing about the article on..., which appeared (in last
night's paper). Concluding comments
I am writing with reference to the article you published (in last All things considered, I believe that...
month's issue). Taking all these points into consideration, I would recommend...
I have just read your article on... and I feel I must... I recommend that we look into the possibility of...
You raised some issues which I feel strongly about.
At the start of your article, you appear to claim that... Comparing places or facilities
I am afraid I totally disagree. One of the main differences between X and Y is that...
I am completely in agreement. X is completely / entirely / totally different from Y in that...
I am sure readers will agree with me when I say that... Unlike X, Y is...
While I Whereas / Although X is..., Y is...
Sequencing X is a little / slightly / somewhat / a great deal (bigger / more
At first I To start with / In the beginning,... elegant than Y).
Then I Next / After th a t,... X is not quite / nearly as (comfortable / expensive / convenient)
The next thing that happened was ... as Y because...
The next thing I knew was ... X is virtually / exactly the same as Y when it comes to...
Seconds I Minutes later,
Late on / Some time later, Proposals
It wasn't until much later that... As requested, I am submitting the following proposal on...
After some time / After what seemed like years,... I recommend that we...
Finally I In the e n d ,... I propose that we...
At la st,... We should also...

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I believe that... Making statements
We could... It is clear that...
It is a fact that, which means that... On the whole, it appears / seems that...
If we were to, it would... We must take into account the fact that...
I suggest w e .... We would then be able to... It goes w ithout saying that...
I feel strongly that we should... It is im portant to remember that...
I trust you will give my proposal your full consideration.
Explaining / Expanding ideas and giving
Reviews examples
X has much to recommend it. This means that...
X is, at heart, a(n) love / spy / adventure story. This is largely due to...
It is based on a book by... For example / For instance,...
It is set in the countryside / the future. In other w ords,...
The film has a quality cast. Take, for example, the situation in...
The film was directed by...
The film score is enchanting / evocative / scary. Listing arguments
The film captures the spirit of... Firstly I In the first place / To begin w ith ,...
The hero / heroine / villain is... Secondly I A second area to consider is...
I felt I thought it was... Another point to remember is...
I was impressed by... Finally,... 5
What struck me most was... In conclusion,...
What I liked most / didn't like was... Last but not least,...
The plot was gripping.
The characters were very convincing / very well drawn. Evaluating ideas, dismissing contrary
On reflection, I think it was...
arguments
It struck me as being...
I think it is true that...
What I didn't understand was how...
I totally disagree / agree with the point that...
In spite of these few criticisms, I think...
It is questionable whether...
I would have no hesitation in recommending...
I am sure / 1 doubt whether...
It is true that... On the other hand,...
Expressing and supporting opinions
While nobody can deny th a t..., I would like to point out that...
I believe / do not believe that... (because) ...
I agree that... However,...
Personally I feel that...
Although it is true that, we must remember that...
Let me explain why.
It could be argued that... However, I would like to point out that...
In my o pin io n ,...
Despite all the arguments, I still feel that...
Just consider...
Notwithstanding the claim th a t..., I would argue that...
As I see i t , ...
It may be true th a t..., but all too often...
The reason is...
In no way can I agree that...
It seems to me that...
Surely it is completely unacceptable that...
This is because...
I would argue that for the following reasons...
Persuading
I feel very strongly that...
I would urge you to consider...
I am convinced that...
I am sure you will agree that...
I am of the opinion that...
Surely you must agree that...
I am very much in favour of / against...
I would urge you very strongly to...
I am completely opposed to...
When you hear the arguments, I am sure you will agree that...
The reasons why I believe that... are as follows.
Evaluating
Opening phrases
I was extremely impressed by...
People (sometimes) claim that... but I feel that...
I was rather disappointed by...
It is often said / argued that... However, it seems to me that...
The problem could easily be solved if...
It is a fact that...
I would like to praise the...
Over the past few months / years, it seems that...
Another area for complaint is...
Recently, we have all become concerned that...
My overall impression was that...
Nowadays, we are all realising that...
I am sure that visitors / readers / holidaymakers will thoroughly
In the past, people used to..., but now...
enjoy...
These days, it seems that...
While some people will love..., others may feel less happy.
A major problem is that...
I was less happy with...
Making recommendations Describing characters / personalities
I recommend that we... He tends to be...
I propose that we... She can be...
We should also... He is inclined to be...
I believe that we should... She appears / seems to be...
We could...
If we were to ..., we could... Hobbies and interests
I suggest we... We would then be able to... He is crazy about... -ing.
She loves... -ing.
Summarising His greatest love is...
All in all, I think that... What she loves most in life is...
To sum up, I believe that... He spends all his time... -ing.
In conclusion, the facts suggest that...

Speaking..........................
Giving personal information As I was saying...
i

I'm speaking English for my own satisfaction / my job / in order I forgot to mention...
to improve my employment prospects. I'm of the opinion that...
I always loved (the sea). To my mind...
I'd love to visit places untouched by man. To my way of thinking...
However, there's no place like home. I am convinced that...
That's a big question! I am inclined to believe that...
I'm keen on... Don't get me wrong but shouldn't we... ?
I haven't given it much thought until now. Judging by... they must be...
... is a separate issue.
Describing pictures Moving on to...
What strikes me about the first picture is the fact that... I couldn't agree more.
This picture reminds me of... I agree up to a point.
Judging from the photograph, the children... I think I see what you mean, but...
The man appears to be... I'm in two minds about it. / I'm ambivalent about...
From what we can see here, he must... That's true in a way, I suppose, but...
There are many similarities... I don't feel convinced...
Both pictures depict... That's one way of looking at it. On the other hand...
Both pictures are quite similar in that they show... It brings us to the question / idea / problem o f ...
When you give it a closer look it reveals... Perhaps we should put... first? What do you think?
The first picture... whereas the other picture... A strong point in favour of... is that...
Another important difference is... What do you think should go next?
Picture... doesn't show... as clearly as... Are you happy with this order then?
Picture... attempts to... but I think picture... does this more Do you go along with that?
effectively...
All the pictures are interesting, but... gives a stronger idea of... Expressing and justifying opinions,
It's d ifficu lt to tell from a photograph but this picture could agreeing and / or disagreeing
have been taken in... Yes, I completely agree.
I m ight be wrong, but I'd say that this picture... Yes, that's what I think too.
I would imagine / guess that this picture comes from... Do you really think so?
Picture... is by far the best to show because... That's an interesting idea, but...
To me, picture... is essential for this kind of publication. I'm not sure about that.
I'm surprised there is no picture showing... Just following from what X was saying, I also feel...
A picture of... would get the message across more effectively. While generally agreeing with X, I must say that...
The name for this escapes me at present, but it's for / it's like... Adding to what X has just said, I think...
I can sympathise with what X said but...
Sustaining an interaction One thing X didn't mention is...
It's my belief... Perhaps it should be also emphasised th a t... / it should be
For my part... pointed out that...
As I see it...
 phrasal verb meaning example

break down stop working or functioning The telephone system broke down during the storm.

break in / into enter a building by force [ Л gong o f robbers broke in to the g o lf club.

break out a) start suddenly \ A fire broke o u t while we were having lunch.
b) escape \ The prisoner broke o u t o f prison two days ago.

break up i bring a relationship to an end They broke up in 1999 and then she m arried Luke.

bring back make somebody remember something That song brought back a very p a in fu l day.

bring out produce or publish something The w riter brought o u t his second novel.

bring up care for and educate a child Caroline brought up four children by herself.

call o f f cancel The m atch was called o f f because o f heavy rain.

carry on continue Even though he was tired, he carried on studying.

come across meet somebody by chance I came across him while I was touring the USA.

come round / around , visit somebody for a short tim e You really m ust come round and see us next year.

come up with find a solution or have a brilliant idea She came up with a great idea for the new ad.

do w ithout succeed in living w ith o u t something I can't understand how they can do w ith o u t TV!

drop out q uit school or a course She dropped o u t o f university after only a year

fa ll out i quarrel w ith somebody Lisa and Dave have fallen o u t again!

fill in i complete a form by w riting inform ation To make an order fill in this form.

get o f f \ a) leave a train, bus, plane Can you tell me where I have to get off?
t b) start a journey I think it's better to get o ff early in the morning.

\ get on / along with like each other and have a good relation She gets on very well with her sister.

i get over overcome a problem and start feeling well I'm sure she will get over the shock she had.

\ get through to I contact somebody by telephone I tried m any times, but I couldn't get through to him.

i give in i adm it you have been defeated The police forced the rebels to give in.

\ give out i distribute Why are you giving ou t these leaflets?

\ give up i stop doing or having something You should give up working and relax a bit more.

go o ff i a) explode The bomb went o ff in the market square.

b) become bad (about food) W hat a terrible smell! The m ilk m ust have gone off.

! go on i continue I don t w ant to go on talking about the same things!

i go out \ stop burning Suddenly the lights went out.

! go out with have a romantic relationship Cindy is going o u t with an Italian boy.

: go over revise or examine carefully Go over the test before you hand it in.

\ hold on : w ait to talk to somebody (on the phone) Can you hold on? Let me see i f Tim is here.

\ keep away i avoid going near somebody or something Keep away from the pier! It's dangerous.

\ keep in s restrain Don't keep your anger in!

! keep on i continue The snow kept on falling for three days.

I keep up with learn about the latest news or events She always keeps up with the latest fashion trends.

live through survive after an unpleasant situation M r Sword has lived through the Second World War.

look after take care o f Laurie, can you look after m y daughter tomorrow?

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look forward to w ait for something pleasant I'm looking forward to seeing her ogoin.

look into examine deeply and carefully A special committee will look into the matter.

look out be careful Look o u t! A bee is flying around you.

look up look for inform ation in a reference book \ 1 had to look these words up in the dictionary.

make into change into something or somebody else \ This poem was made into a song after m any years.

make o f f hurry away to escape The pickpockets made o f f on foot.

make out manage to see or hear clearly She could make o u t a person in the darkness.

make up invent a story 1 often make up funny stories fo r m y niece.

make up with become friendly again after an argum ent D on't w orry he'll make up w ith her by tonight.

pick up go and collect someone in a car I'll pick you up a t 8 p.m., OK?

p u t o ff postpone The match will be p u t o ff i f it rains.

p u t on a) gain (usually weight) 1 think he has p u t on about three kilos. It's very cold.
b) wear clothes Why don't you p u t your coat on?

p u t out stop something from burning Excuse me, can you p u t your cigarette out, please?

p u t through connect by telephone Could you p u t me through to the headmaster, please?

p u t up let somebody stay at your home I'm sorry, but 1 can't p u t you up for the night.

run across / into meet somebody by chance I've ju s t run across Dave! He's here for a few days.

run out o f finish a supply o f something The car stopped because it had run o u t o f fuel.

run over a) knock somebody down (with a vehicle) An old lady was run over by a truck yesterday.
b) read something quickly You had better run over your notes again.

set o f f begin a journey What time are you going to set o ff for Madrid?

talk over discuss a problem You should talk your problem over with an expert.

take after look like a member o f your fam ily Your niece really takes after you.

take down w rite something down The secretary quickly took the message down.

take o f f leave the ground and fly (plane) The plane couldn't take o ff due to thick fog.

take up start doing something regularly He decided to take up playing the guitar.

throw o u t/ away get rid o f something you no longer need Why don't you throw o u t / away th a t old sweater?

try on put on clothes to see how they fit Try these trousers on before buying them.

turn down refuse an offer or a proposal 1 think he'll turn your invitation down.

turn down / up reduce / increase (volume or heating) Can you turn the volume o f the radio down / up? \

turn on / o f f start / stop a machine (pressing a button) He didn't w ant to turn the TV on / off.

turn out a) happen in a particular way The p a rty turned o u t very well.
b) prove to be The book turned o u t to be really exciting.

turn up arrive Your friends haven't turned up yet. |

work out find a solution or an answer | The President is trying to work o u t a compromise.

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Part 2 12. 27 kg
READING 13. rabbits
13. if 14. caves or trees
page 7 14. are 15. to hunt them
Part 1 15. of 16. 60 days
1. A 16. be 17. 6
2. С 17. as/while/when 18. to close a road
3. С 18. away/off
4. D 19. was page 29
5. В 20. more Part 3
6. A 21. since
22. As 19. D
7. D
23. for 20. A
8. С
24. so 21. В
22. С
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Part 2 page 23 23. F
Part 3
9. С page 30
10. A 25. romantic Part 4
11. F 26. population
27. economic 24. С
12. D
28. strategic 25. A
13. H
29. situated 26. A
14. G
30. leaders 27. В
15. E
31. formally 28. С
32. independence 29. В
page 10
33. evident 30. В
Part 3
34. tourist
16. в
17. С page 24 TEST 2
18. E Part 4
19. С
READING
20. A 35. only be satisfied when/once
page 39
21. В 36. let me know as soon
37. told the girl she was Part 1
22. D
23./24. A/C 38. never been so many 1. в
25726. D/E 39. you mind lending me 2. A
27. С 40. unless it rains 3. В
28. A 41. was such a 4. С
29. D 42. expect to do 5. D
30. A 6. В
LISTENING 7. С
USE OF ENGLISH page 27 8. D

page 21 Part 1 page 41

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1. с 2. В
9. E
2. С 3. В
10. В
3. A 4. В
11. G
4. В 5. А
12. D
5. В 6. В
13. A
6. D 7. В
14. H
7. С 8. В
15. С
8. В
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9. А
10. D Part 2 Part 3
11. D 9. the Spanish lynx
16. A
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19. A Part 4
20./21. B/C READING
22. С 35. do not agree with anything
36. I would prefer to stay page 61
23./24. A/D
25. A 37. necessary for me Part 1
26. A 38. have been more careful with 1. в
27. E 39. we would always have 2. D
28. E 40. never remember where 3. В
29. D 41. not as bad as 4. A
30. В 42. never let us have 5. A
6. С
USE OF ENGLISH LISTENING 7. D
page 53 8. С
page 49
Part 1 Part 1 page 62
1. с 1. в Part 2
2. В 2. С
9. D
3. A 3. В
10. С
4. D 4. A
11. E '
5. В 5. С
12. G
6. A 6. A
13. F
7. С 7. A
14. H
8. D 8. A
15. A
9. D
10. С
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page 64
11. С Part 2
Part 3
12. D 9. Business Administration
10. aeronautical engineering
16. в
page 50 11. Western Europe
17. D
Part 2 18. A
12. Private Pilot’s Licence
19. В
13. it 13. across the Sahara
20. С
14. an 14. over the Alps
21 ./22. А/С
15. there 15. Zanussi
23. В
16. be 16. balloon manufacturing capital
24. D
17. were 17. the highest level
25. С
18. their 18. degree
26. А
19. at 27. С
20. more
page 55
28. А
21. which / that Part 3
29. D
22. each /every 19. D 30. С
23. Once / After 20. E
24. all / many 21. A USE OF ENGLISH
22. F
page 51 23. С page 71
Part 3 Part 1
page 56
25. alternative 1. в
26. widely Part 4 2. D
27. advertised 24. В 3. В
28. lovers 25. A 4. С
29. daily 26. A 5. A
30. officials 27. С 6. D
31. consumers 28. С 7. С
32. carefully 29. В 8. С
33. allowance 30. С 9. A
34. unhealthy 10. A
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 page 72 11. exceed 100 ml 19. A
Part 2 12. require any assistance 20. С
13. €25 per person 21. A
13. have 14. Car Park Atrium 22. D
14. with 15. photographic identification 23. С
15. of 16. Full English breakfast 24./25. B/C
16. to 17. 10 km north 26. В
17. most 18. over 21 million 27. В
18. can /may 28. D
19. which / that page 77 29./30. A/B
20. where Part 3
21. all / many / most USE OF ENGLISH
22. not 19. D
23. than 20. С page 92
24. such 21. A Part 1
22. В
page 73 23. E 1. в
2. С
Part 3
page 78 3. С
25. unusual Part 4 4. A
26. depression 5. D
27. traditional 24. В 6. B
28. successful 25. С 7. A
29. employers 26. A 8. С
30. invitations 27. A 9. В
31. presence 28. В 10. В
32. reactions 29. A 11. A
33. clearly 30. С 12. С
34. themselves
page 94
page 74 TEST 4 Part 2
Part 4 READING 13. like
35. apologised for losing my scarf 14. than
page 83
36. how much this dress costs 15. not
37. made up my mind Part 1 16. be
38. needs decorating 1. с 17. which
39. take a jumper in case 2. В 18. our
40. if you had paid (more) 3. A 19. but/although
41. have been created 4. A 20. the
42. did not accept ’ 5. С 21. as
6. A 22. a/some
LISTENING 7. В 23. can
8. В 24. if/when
page 75
Part 1 page 85 page 95
1. A Part 2 Part 3
2. A 25. within
9. G
3. С 26. comparatively
10. E
4. В 27. destination
11. F
5. A 28. unnecessary
12. D
6. С 29. religious
13. A
7. С 30. original
14. В
8. A 31. locations
15. H
32. independent
page 76 page 86 33. competition
Part 2 Part 3 34. affordable
9. the first floor
16./17. B/C
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Part 4 Part 2
READING
35. a much better manager 13. for
36. I had told them page 105 14. be
37. the first time I have (I’ve) Part 1 15. who/which/that
38. is forbidden anywhere 16. because/ as
1. в
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2. С
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40. had better go 19. not
4. С
41. tends to get 5. В 20. were
42. even though it is 6. А 21. then
7. D 22. by
LISTENING 8. А 23. of
2 4 .than
page 97
раде 107
Part 1 page 117
Part 2
1. С Part 3
9. В
2. A 25. athletes
10. Е
3. В 26. significantly
11. Н
4.С 27. truly
12. F
5. В 28. responsibility
13. G
6. В 29. selection
14. С
7. А 30. celebration
15. D
8. В 31. accommodation
раде 108 32. disadvantages
раде 98 33. chosen
Part 2 Part 3
34. opportunity
16. в
9. 30 years of
10. UCLA
17. С page 118
11. not really changed
18. Е Part 4
19./20. А/Е
12. closer to 35 35. has no (doesn’t have) difficulty
21. А
13. facial plastic surgery making
22./23. C/D
14. poor self-esteem 36. was not as bad as
24./25. А/С
15. in competent hands 37. unless Marco calls (him) back
26./27./28. B/D/E
16. minimal care 38. suggested painting
29. В
17. Nigel Bryan Jr. 39. need watering
30. Е
18. own son 40. if I had enough (or more)
USE OF ENGLISH 41. looking forward to seeing you
page 99 42. has been raining since
Part 3 page 114
19. С Part 1 LISTENING
20. A 1. в page 119
21. F 2. В Part 1
22. E 3. С
23. В 4. D 1. в
5. А 2. В
page 100 6. D
Part 4 7. С
24. В 8. D
25. A 9. С
26. С 10. А
27. С 11. А
28. В 12. В
page 120
29. В
Part 2
30. С
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11. New Zealand 18. В page 140
12. 667 19. D Part 4
13. Perth, Australia 20. E
14. a definitive answer 21 ./22. B/C 35. can borrow the (my) car
15. beating egg whites 23. A 36. has been living
16. the United Kingdom 24. D 37. will definitely do
17. water and sugar 25. С 38. don’t we buy
18. its first birthday 26. В 39. the same as
27.Z28. А/С 40. you mind if I open
page 121 29./30. В/Е 41. usual for office workers to
Part 3 42. encouraged Rachel to give up
USE OF ENGLISH
19. D LISTENING
20. A page 137
21. F Part 1 page 141
22. В Part 1
23. E 1. в
2. В 1. A
3. A 2. В
page 122
4. A 3. В
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5. D
24. A 6. С 5. С
25. В 7. A 6. В
26. С 8. С 7. С
27. A 9. В 8. С
28. С 10.C
29. В 11. В
page 142
30. В 12. D Part 2
9. July
page 138 10. 2,500
TEST 6 Part 2 11. February to April
READING 13. is 12. 1 8 - 7 1 years of age
14. at 13. 15 - 20
page 127 15. the 14. qualified native speakers
Part 1 16. are 15. five days of classes
17. to 16. 280 euros
1. в
18. has 17. 50 euros
2. С
19. who 18. 130 euros
3. A
4. В 20. than
2 1. for
page 143
5. С
6. A 22. as Part 3
7. D 23. them 19. D
8. В 24. it 20. С
21. В
page 128 page 139 22. A
Part 2 Part 3 23. F
9. G 25. financial
26. busiest
page 144
10. С
11. A 27. investment Part 4
12. F 28. increasing 24. С
13. H 29. tourists 25. В
14. E 30. growth 26. A
15. В 31. pollution 27. A
32. apparently 28. В
page 130 33. inequality 29. В
Part 3 34. worse 30. A
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TEST 7 page 160
Part 2 12. 25 pounds
READING 13. 9:30 a.m.
13. in 14. Art Newspaper
page 149 14. on 15. women painters
Part 1 15. An 16. trade and export
1. с 16. with 17. major publications
17. part 18. unresolved status
2. В
18. to
3. D
4. A
19. a page 165
20. was Part 3
5. С
21. as / so
6. В 19. E
22. about
7. В 20. С
23. are
8. С 21. В
24. the
22. F
page 151
page 161 23. D
Part 2
Part 3
9. E page 166
25. uncomplicated Part 4
10. A
11. С 26. generally
27. independence 24. A
12. D 25. В
28. unusual
13. В 26. С
29. especially
14. H 27. С
30. successful
15. F 28. A
31. friendships
32. tidiness 29. A
page 152
33. disagreement 30. A
Part 3
34. behaviour
16. в
17. D page 162 TEST 8
18./19. B/C Part 4 READING
20. A
35. if there aren’t (are not)
21 ./22. B/C page 171
36. have her make up done
23. С Part 1
37. shouldn’t (should not) have spent
24. A
38. warned him to be 1. D
25. В
39. were (also allow was) you I would 2. С
26. A
40. probably won't (will not) arrive 3. D
27./28. A/B
41. had already left 4. A
29. D
42. you mind turning down 5. D
30. С
6. D
USE OF ENGLISH LISTENING 7. A
8. В
page 159 page 163
Part 1 Part 1 page 172
1. в 1. с Part 2
2. A
2. В 9 .A
3.A
3. В 10. D
4. C
4. A 11. E
5. A 5. С
12. H
6. A
6. D 13. G
7. В
7. A 14. В
8. С
8. D 15. С
9. С
page 164 page 174
10. В
11. С
Part 2 Part 3
12. A 9. co-founder
16. с
10 . 1,200
17. D
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19. С Part 4
20. А
21. С 35. was invented by the Chinese
22. В 36. might be extinct
23./24. B/D 37. threatened to resign unless
25. D 38. tend not to/don’t tend to
26. В 39. retired almost two (2) years ago
27. А 40. place was so beautiful
28. В 4 1. asked us if we
29./30.C/D 42. is much healthier than

USE OF ENGLISH LISTENING

page 180 page 185
Parti Part 1
1. D 1. A

2. A 2. В
3. В 3. В
4. В 4. A
5. С 5. В
6. A 6. С
7. С 7. С
8. В 8. А
9. D
10. А
раде 186
11. С Part 2
12. С 9. cow’s milk
10. sterilise
раде 182 11. half a kilo
Part 2 12. unwanted bacteria
13. you 13. to the touch
14. are 14. at right angles
15. of 15. 30 - 40 minutes
16. most/biggest/largest/greatest 16. a spoon
17. not 17. hot water
18. was (is) 18. cool, dry place
19. which / that
20. with
page 187
21. the Part 3
22. but 19. С
23. more 20. E
24. much/far/(just) 21. В
22. A
page 183
23. D
Part 3
25. dangerous
page 188
26. beginning Part 4
27. designers 24. В
28. gradually 25. С
29. Firstly 26. A
30. community 27. В
31. production 28. A
32. environmental 29. С
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colleague about his holiday. What turned it over, the handle came
TEST 1 was the problem with it? off in my hand. So I just put it
down and came back here. I
Now open your question paper A He became ill. hope nobody noticed me.
and look at Part 1. You’ll hear
people talking in eight different В He argued with his partner. M Well, let’s just pay for all this
situations. For questions 1-8, stuff and get out of here as
choose the best answer A, В or C. С He couldn’t see all the things soon as we can.
he wanted to see.
One. You hear a woman talking REPEAT
about her job. How does she feel F So... how was it?
about it? Five. You hear an advertisement on
M It wasn’t exactly the best two the radio. What is being advertised?
A It’s boring. weeks I’ve ever had. On the
first night we went out to a local A a festival
В She likes it. restaurant and by the time we
got back to the hotel Beth was В a new music album
С She finds it difficult. feeling sick and dizzy. The hotel
doctor had a look at her and С a cake
Before I came here I worked in sales said it was food poisoning.
and really I found the monotony All this week in Abbey Road Park
getting to me. Every day was F How awful! you can sample locally made
essentially the same. So I took a biscuits, cakes and desserts
complete change of direction, M It wasn’t so bad. It meant that I including last year’s prize winning
retrained and here I am. It’s been could just sit around the pool carrot cake. Dozens of rides and
almost 4 years now and I can and relax while she was stalls for all the family as well as
honestly say that no day is like the sleeping, instead of dragging music on the main stage from 8.
one before. What’s particularly me around to see every Local band Freddy and the
rewarding is that I’m helping people monument and museum like Pacesetters will be performing songs
who find themselves in difficult she usually does. from their new album Phenomenal.
situations, due to any number of Tickets cost 8 pounds for adults, 4
reasons... health problems, F You’re terrible! pound for under 16’s.
unemployment, to name just two.
What’s great is that, more often than M Don’t worry; she got her REPEAT
not I can make some sort of revenge on the second week. I
difference to their lives. just wanted to relax but we had Six. You overhear a woman talking
to see as much as we could in on the phone about her new boss.
REPEAT the time we had left... we What is she worried about?
ended up shouting at each
Two. You overhear a man telling a other in the middle of an A Losing her job.
friend about a film he saw ancient convent and then didn’t
recently. What type of film was it? speak until we got home. It's all В Being given extra work to do.
OK now though. We're both just
A a romance glad to be back. С Her boss is inexperienced.

В an action film REPEAT I know, but that’s not really that

important... she’s only my age and
С science fiction Four. You overhear a conversation hasn’t been doing this very long, but
in a supermarket. What are they management seem to think she’s
Well, it was OK I suppose. But to be discussing? quite capable, and I suppose they
honest, if you’ve seen one, you’ve must know what they’re doing. It’s
seen them all. And the final scene A Returning an item. more that with all these cuts she
was just awful. They’re looking up at proposing... most of the junior staff
the stars with far away looks on their В Breaking an item. will be out of work and will have to
faces, when suddenly all these look for other jobs, and who’s going
rockets and fireworks start exploding С Buying an item. to do their share of the work here?
in the sky. He’s a tough New York You’ve guessed it... I’ll be stuck with
cop and she’s an investigative M There you are. I was beginning it and expected to finish everything
reporter, and at the beginning they to worry. on time as always.
hate each other, but you’ve guessed
it, he saves her from a professional F Sorry. I was just looking at one REPEAT
killer and it’s not long before they’re of those vases on sale. They’re
running into each other’s arms in a really cheap and I thought it Seven. You hear an actor talking
crowded subway station. would look good on the TV. And on the radio about his new film.
if it didn’t I could just bring it What does he say about preparing
REPEAT back with the receipt and get for the role?

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A He had to learn a new skill. CD 1 —TRACK 3 breed in captivity. 3 healthy cubs
were born at a breeding centre in
В He did lots of research. You’ll hear a talk about an Donana. In 2009 it was announced
endangered species. For that 3 more cubs had been born in
С It was physically challenging. questions 9-18, complete the the same centre. Typically a mother
sentences. You now have 45 will give birth to 3 cubs after a
It seemed like quite a challenge seconds to look at Part 2. gestation period of 60 days. Iberian
when I heard about the project; I Lynx conservation is now under way
mean playing somebody like Buster The most endangered cat species is through political campaigning and
Keaton who performed all his own the Iberian Lynx, sometimes called lobbying from individuals and
stunts... having to jump from a horse the Spanish Lynx. Should this organizations such as SOS Lynx.
onto a train... it’s a bit too much for species die out it would be the first Important progress has been made
me, I can’t even ride a horse. But feline extinction since the Smilodon, in a number of ways. The foundation
after reading the script I was relieved commonly known as the Sabre- of the breeding programme in
to see that wasn’t necessary at all. Toothed Tiger, 10,000 years ago. Andalucia, prevention of further
It’s mainly focused on his personal Recent studies estimate the number construction in areas the Iberian lynx
life and so I wouldn’t have to face of surviving Iberian lynx to be as few lives, and the halting of proposals for
such physical torments. Instead I as 100, which is around 400 less new roads in problematic areas, such
spent hours every day, for about than there were in 2000. What does as the new motorway that had been
three months in fact, watching DVDs an Iberian Lynx look like? Their planned between Ciudad Real in La
of his old films, studying his leopard-like spots particularly Mancha and Cordoba in Andalucia.
mannerisms and facial expressions. distinguish it from its cousin, the Despite these successes, challenges
And to be honest with you, I’m more Eurasian Lynx and it is also smaller, and conflicting pressures remain.
than a little proud of the result. with a head and body length The World Wildlife Foundation has
between 85 and 110 centimetres. been urging Spanish authorities for
REPEAT Males can weigh between 12.9 and over two years to close a road which
27 kilograms, which is about half the crosses the Donana national park, as
Eight. You overhear two people weight of the average Eurasian Lynx. Callum Rankine of the WWF says,
talking about a car. Why are they The lynx can live up to a period of ‘With such a small population, the
talking about the car? thirteen years. The Iberian Lynx’s accidental loss of just one individual
size means that it typically hunts for on the road brings the species closer
A It’s the man’s first car. animals no bigger than rabbits or to the brink of extinction.’
hares. Rabbits would account for
В It’s a brand new car. more than 70% of the Lynx’s food, That’s the end of Part 2. Now turn
but due to Spain’s declining rabbit to Part 3.
С It has broken down. population, the lynx has been forced
to attack larger mammals such as
F So I know you’re dying to tell young deer or roebuck. The Iberian CD 1 —TRACK 4
me... how’s the car? Lynx hunts alone and follows its prey
even up to distances of 100 You will hear five different people
M To tell you the truth, I’m kilometres. Or it lies in wait for its talking about holidays they have
beginning to think I should have prey for many hours. It uses the four had. For questions 19-23 choose
waited a bit longer. I may have sets of whiskers on its ears and chin from the list A-F how each person
made a mistake and rushed to sense its victim. They are active at feels about the holiday. Use the
into buying it. I just imagined it night. They stay active in winter and letters only once. There is one
there in my garage and had to their fur becomes thicker and paler. extra letter which you do not need
have it. In extreme weather, they take shelter to use. You now have 30 seconds
in caves or trees. The Iberian Lynx to look at Part 3.
F Why do you think you’ve made was once widespread all over the
a mistake? peninsula but it is now restricted to Speaker 1
very small areas, mainly
M It’s just that I’ve spent mountainous areas covered with It came as a complete surprise. Right
everything I had on it. I could’ve vegetation. Its recent drastic decline out of the blue she came home and
just bought something second over recent decades is due to loss of told me she’d been made redundant
hand or kept my old one habitat, reduction in prey and high from work and said why didn’t we just
running for another year or so. nonnatural mortality from road kills, take off for a year and travel around
If I have to take it for repairs predator control and hunting, the world. Well, it just all seemed to
any time soon, I don’t know although it is under legal protection make sense. I wasn’t enjoying my
how I’ll be able to pay for it. and it is no longer legal to hunt them. work at the time and was thinking
It was recently thought that the only about doing something else. Her
REPEAT breeding Iberian lynxes were in the company had given her quite a
Donana National Park in Andulucia, generous redundancy package and
That’s the end of Part 1. Now turn southern Spain, but in 2007 a also we could rent out our house for
to Part 2. previously unknown population was the year; that would give us enough
discovered in Castilla-La Mancha in to live on for the year as long as we
central Spain. In March 2005, for the were careful with our money. And I’m
first time Iberian Lynxes managed to pleased to say that we were, apart
from the occasional few luxuries here and had everything you could ask M Sure. Well, it’s played on a pitch
and there... you know, meals in for... clean white sand, beautiful blue of around 140 metres long and
expensive restaurants for special sea, palm trees. And the locals were 85 metres wide, although for
occasions like birthdays or really friendly and really made a fuss youth matches it’s considerably
anniversaries, that kind of thing. of the kids. I think we’ll go back there smaller. There are two teams of
soon, but we’ll definitely stay in a 15 people and each player has
Speaker 2 different hotel, that one wasn’t good a slim bat called a hurley which
value for money at all. is made from ash wood. Players
It’s something I’d been looking into use the hurley to propel a small
for some time. To tell you the truth, Speaker 5 leather ball, which is slightly
it’s something I’ve wanted to do ever bigger than a tennis ball. There
since I was a kid. It just never I’d really been looking forward to are two ways to score points
seemed that it would be something I going there and I wasn’t during a match - by scoring into
could realistically do, so it just disappointed. Not in the least. From the goal and past the
remained a dream. But after the moment you arrive there you feel goalkeeper, whose hurley is
somebody told me how cheap it was immersed in its history. It’s the slightly bigger than the outfield
when you actually got there I started birthplace of civilisation after all, and players’... just to give him a
to do some serious research. And every street you walk down reminds chance... or you can score by
really, although actually getting there you of this. I know some people hitting the ball over the bar but
is very expensive, the price of the wouldn’t find it much fun, to be going between two long posts. A goal
hotels, restaurants and travelling from boring museum to boring scored past the goalkeeper is
around the country is so low museum, but it wasn’t like that. worth 3 points while putting it
compared to places in Europe, it When you see some of the over the bar is worth 1.
means that in total you’re not paying collections they have in the
much more than you would for a museums, and you see it in context F Well that all sounds relatively
cheap holiday on the beach in to the city itself, well, it’s an easy. Is it?
Greece or Spain. And it’s a lot more extraordinary feeling. The weather
interesting than just lying around on wasn’t great but I don’t think that M Not so easy as all that Гт afraid.
a beach somewhere. It was great. spoiled it for us at all. It’s not like you As you said earlier, it is the
I’m going back there next year. I go to a place like that just to sit on fastest ball game in the world. A
didn’t think I would ever be able to the beach and get a tan. We had a good hurler can hit the ball up to
say that. week there, but really you’d need a 150 kilometres an hour and the
month just to see everything. ball can travel as much as 110
Speaker 3 metres. There are also a few
That’s the end of Part 3. Now turn rules that make the whole thing
It’s not every day you go on to Part 4. trickier for the players. You can’t
honeymoon, but if you ask me it was just pick up the ball from the
all a bit over the top. We had our floor, you have to flick it up using
own private beach and the staff the hurley. You can’t carry the
couldn’t do enough for us: they ball in your hand for more than 4
wouldn’t let us do a thing for You will hear an interview with a steps, so you have to run while
ourselves. For example if I tried to member of a sporting association. balancing the ball on the hurley, .
pour myself a drink, somebody would For questions 24-30, choose the which is no easy thing. There
suddenly appear and take the bottle best answer A, В or C. You now are also restrictions on the way
out of my hand and finish pouring it. I have one minute to look at Part you can tackle another player,
know it’s all these luxuries that you’re four. so all in all it’s a sport that
paying for but it’s a bit much for me requires a high level of skill and
and wasn’t something I was F It’s been described as the years of practice.
comfortable with. I suppose you must fastest ball game in the world,
just get used to it after a while, but all and is played in places as far F And tell us how popular the
the time I kept thinking that it would away as Australia and South sport is outside Ireland.
have been a better idea if we’d used Africa but it actually comes from
that money to buy a washing our western neighbours over in M Well the history of Ireland is
machine and some new furniture Ireland. Many of us know next dominated by emigration. While
instead of going to all that expense. to nothing about this sport so it the country itself has a
will come as a surprise to learn population of less than 7
Speaker 4 that it has been played million, it’s often claimed that
competitively all over our there are over 70 million people
To tell you the truth, the hotel was a country since the 19th century. around the world with Irish
bit of a letdown. The pictures in the Sean McGinn of the British ancestry. Nearly 11% of
brochure were flattering to say the Gaelic Athletic Association is Americans see themselves as
very least. The restaurant was here to tell us a bit about the Irish-Americans. My own
supposed to be five star but I can sport of hurling. Hi, Sean, parents came over to Britain
honestly say I’ve had better food in a thanks for coming. Could you from Galway in the West of
motorway service station. It wasn’t all give us a brief description of Ireland in the 1930s. Wherever
bad though, the area itself was lovely. hurling? these emigrants went, they took
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 hurling is played in places such I don’t know what’s got into him. He their energy... I can’t imagine my
as Britain, the USA, Canada, used to be such a sweet boy. He’d granddad running around on stage
Argentina, Australia, New come round to the house at for that long.
Zealand, South Africa, as well Christmas time and sing such lovely
as places in continental Europe carols. My husband used to take him REPEAT
- for example there are teams fishing on Sunday mornings... if you
from Brussels, from could get him out of bed on time of Four. You hear somebody talking
Luxembourg, from Munich, course. Now he hardly says a word about a trip they are about to take.
Paris and Zurich. to either of us and he’s been getting Why are they going?
into terrible trouble in the classroom.
F And what would you say the The headmaster has asked them all A on business
appeal of the sport is? to come in for a meeting. We’re all
worried he’s going to be expelled В on holiday
M As well as the cultural aspect: from school.
keeping in touch with your С for a family wedding
roots, the game itself is so fast REPEAT
moving and so skilful that it’s I’ve been there before, I went there
hard to take your eyes away Two. You hear a man talking about with my wife to celebrate our third
from the action for even a a house. Why did he decide not to anniversary, which was five years
second. Also in these days of buy it? ago now. We had a great time just
the commercialisation of sport sitting around in the squares, getting
when you have footballers or A It was too expensive. a tan and seeing the sights. I don’t
formula one drivers earning imagine I’ll get^to see many sights
more in a week than most of us В It wasn’t big enough. this time, unless you count a hotel
will see in a lifetime, it’s room, the inside of a taxi and a
important to remember that С It was too far away. conference centre as sights. Luckily
even at the very highest level, it’s only 4 days and I’ll be back on
hurling players are amateurs. In the end I just decided it wasn’t Saturday... I’d better be, my
That and the absence of really what I was looking for. Sure, if brother’s getting married and I’m the
violence between supporters... you compare it to places in the centre best man!
even in the most important of town, it certainly wasn’t bad value
matches there’s no segregation for money. But, at the end of the day, REPEAT
between rival fans... gives the it’s just me, no wife, no kids, why
sport a purity and nobility that I would I need two extra bedrooms? I Five. You hear a television quiz
don’t think you get in other know it’s more expensive to stay here programme.
sports. in town, but I don’t really want to How much does the contestant
spend an hour or more commuting win?
F Thanks, Sean. I think we all from the outskirts rather than just
know a little more about what walking half an hour to work. A nothing
sounds like a fascinating sport.
That was Sean McGinn of the REPEAT В ten thousand pounds
British Gaelic Athletic
Association talking about the Three. You hear someone talking С two thousand pounds
sport of hurling. about a concert they went to. How
did they feel about the concert? M So Brian, this is it... here comes
That is the end of part 4. the final question. Let me
A It was too short. remind you, you’ve used all
three life lines and if you
CD 1 - TRACK 6 В She enjoyed it. choose to play and get the
answer wrong you’ll walk home
TEST 2 С The music was disappointing. with nothing. If, after hearing
the question, you decide not to
Now open your question paper All my friends laughed when I told play, you keep the two
and look at Part 1. You’ll hear them I’d bought tickets. ‘How old are thousand pounds you’ve
people talking in eight different you?’ they asked, and I suppose already won. But... if you get
situations. For questions 1-8, they’ve got a point - I think the lead the answer right... you win the
choose the best answer, A, В or C. singer is only a couple of years jackpot of ten thousand pounds.
younger than my granddad. But I’ve OK? Here it is... who won the
One. You hear a woman talking always loved their music... well... European Football Cup in 1979
about a young man. What is her their early stuff from the 60s and and 1980? Was it A: Real
relationship to him? 70s... that’s why I felt really let down Madrid B: Liverpool or C:
when they spent 40 minutes playing Nottingham Forest
A his mother songs from their new album, which I
have to say, isn’t great. But once that M Well... I think it was Nottingham
В his teacher was out of the way they went on to Forest but I’m not absolutely
play just about every song they’ve sure... so I think I’ll keep what
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 lovely day, thanks for I’ve been really surprised by their Douglas Finch is to be awarded the
everything. reaction to be honest. They’ve been Honorary Degree of Doctor of
really supportive, Dad even lent me Business Administration in
M Well, Brian, you’re a cautious the money for the deposit and helped recognition of his outstanding
man... and you were right... it me move all my stuff in. That’s the scientific, design, and entrepreneurial
was answer C: Nottingham odd thing, they have such an old achievements and their important
Forest. A round of applause fashioned attitude I thought that contribution to the history and
everybody for Brian Smith, a never in a million years would they reputation of Bristol.
worthy winner. let me. I think that’s what made me
decide to leave really, we never Douglas Finch was born near
REPEAT seemed to see eye to eye on Glasgow and attended Allan Glen’s
anything and would get on each School before reading aeronautical
Six. You hear somebody buying a other’s nerves and row about almost engineering at Glasgow University,
train ticket. What kind of ticket do everything. from which he graduated in 1961. He
they buy? gained a Master’s Degree in Industrial
My new place is a little nearer to the Engineering at Cornell University,
A a single office, but only about another 10 USA in 1963 before returning to the
minutes on the bus. What’s great is United Kingdom and joining the Bristol
В a fixed return that now I have my own space and I Aeroplane Company.
can just invite a friend round, cook
С an open return dinner, watch a DVD, that sort of He joined the Bristol Gliding Club
thing, without having to check with and in 1965 received the Silver ‘C’
M Hello Scottish Rail, how can I mum and dad if it’s OK... and Gliding Badge. In 1967 he helped
help you? possibly having a blazing row about build the ‘Bristol Belle’, a red and
it. white striped balloon which made its
F Hi, I’d like to buy a return ticket first flights at Weston-on-the-Green
to Glasgow please. REPEAT near Oxford. It was the first modern
hot air balloon in Western Europe. In
M When were you thinking of Eight. You hear a radio 1968 Doug Finch was issued with
travelling back? advertisement. What is it the first ever Private Pilot’s Licence
advertising? for Hot Air Balloons.
F I’m not exactly sure, maybe
next Monday but it’s not really A a soft drink The success of Doug Finch in
definite. translating his ballooning expertise
В a holiday into a commercial concern is
M Well, an open return is £67.20 reflected in the birth and success of
which means you can come С a pizza restaurant his company, Finch Balloons of
back any time before the end of Bristol, which was formed by Finch in
next month. If you decide to Wellco Supermarkets are offering 1971 - five years after he
buy a fixed return for next another sensational summer savings constructed his first balloon. The new
Monday that’s £43.50. But you sizzler. In our East Park, Church company was based in Dutton,
know, a single is £25... so if Street and North Road branches, buy Bristol, where a total of twenty-nine .
you buy a single and then 2 one and a half litre bottles of balloons were made in the basement
another single when you decide premiocola for just £1.40. that’s a of the property. 1971 also saw Finch
to come back, you’re only saving of nearly 50%... and that's not build Golden Falcon, a balloon
spending £6.50 more than the all. Collect the tokens on each bottle designed specifically to fly across the
fixed return. top and for every 6 you’ll get a free Sahara.
margherita or tex mex pizza at
F Ah... that’s what I’ll do then. PizzaNation in the high street. Enter In 1972 Doug Finch received the
Can I have one of those please. our free draw to win a holiday for two Royal Aeronautical Club Bronze
in Punta Cana, Mexico when you Medal, the first awarded for hot air
M Sure. That’s £25 please. spend over £25 on any Wellco own- airships. A year later he was
brand products. awarded the Royal Aeronautical Club
REPEAT Silver Medal for the first balloon flight
REPEAT over the Alps. In the same year he
Seven. You hear a young woman received the Lighter Than Air Society
talking about her decision to leave That’s the end of Part 1. Now turn (USA) Achievement Award for the
home. Why did she decide to to Part 2. development of the first hot air ship.
leave home? Five years later he attempted the first
Atlantic crossing by balloon for which
A because of her relationship CD 1 ... TRACK 7 he received the Royal Aeronautical
with her parents Club Gold Medal. In 1978 his attempt
You will hear a radio news item to make the premier Atlantic crossing
В to be nearer to work about a hot air balloon by balloon ended when bad weather
manufacturer. For Questions 9-18 forced his heated helium balloon
С because she wanted to live complete the sentences. ‘Zanussi’ down after a 2,000 mile
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The Finch company moved to its Speaker 2 just took one look at the cottage and
present site in Gellingborough in the village and we fell in love. We
1983 and in the following years all of There was a time around here that didn’t really think about the
the records for distance and duration you could leave your front door open practicalities. It all seemed so idyllic
were taken by pilots flying Finch morning, noon and night. Kids just really. Country houses with beautiful
balloons. In 1989 Finch Balloons played in the street unsupervised gardens, cricket on the village green,
Limited received the Queen’s Award and only came home when it got the village fete, the duck pond... it
for Export, confirmation that Doug dark or their dinner was on the table. seemed like we were going back in
Finch had made Bristol the Everybody knew everybody else... time. But once you’re used to all that,
undisputed balloon manufacturing and their business... so it wasn’t all spent a year or so here... well...
capital of the world. great! ... But over the last few years that’s when the realities kick in.
it’s got worse and worse and I’ve no There’s not really much to do. If we
During the 1990s interest in idea why, I really don’t. Mrs Peters at want to go to the cinema it’s a half
becoming the first to fly around the number 36, she was mugged just hour drive to the multiplex on the ring
world by balloon became intense and last Thursday, 50 pounds and her road. If we want to eat in a good
almost all the contenders have used mobile phone she lost. restaurant or see an exhibition we
Finch helium/hot air balloons. have to go into town, which with
Speaker 3 traffic can take over an hour and a
Doug Finch has advanced the half. And while the kids don’t mind it
science, technology and art of When we saw it we just fell in love now, I dread to think what they’ll be
balloon flight to the highest level. His with it. The old wooden floors, the like when they’re a bit older... there’s
factory in Bristol is the world’s largest heavy oak doors, the delightful bay literally nothing for teenagers to do
and last year he was awarded the windows... and the garden... the here. I guess we should have given it
Prince Philip Design Award. garden’s going to be glorious in a bit more practical thought before
spring. We’ll have picnics, maybe we dived in and moved.
Doug Finch will receive his Honorary even barbecues. Of course there’s
Degree of Doctor of Business lots of work to be done before it’s That’s the end of Part 3. Now turn
Administration at the award perfect, if it ever will be... But we to Part 4.
ceremony at Bristol Business School seem to be settling in. Most of the
on Tuesday 20 November at 11.30 local shopkeepers seem to know our
am at Bristol Cathedral. names now and most people say
hello in the street. It’s such a change
That’s the end of Part 2. Now turn from living in the city. And when the You will hear an interview with an
to Part 3. kids go back to school there’s a athlete talking about his sport. For
really good one at the other end of questions 24-30, choose the best
the village. I’ll probably have to walk answer A, В or C.
them there though... the high street
is very busy with cars and I don’t M We’ve all heard of fun-runs and
You will hear five different people want to risk them crossing a busy half marathons, maybe we’ve
talking about the place where they road on their own. even competed in them... but
live. For questions 19-23 choose how many of us have heard of
from the list A-F to say what each Speaker 4 ultra-marathons? My guest
person feels about where they today is Stan Woodcock who is
live. Use the letters only once. Well, with the kids now, there’s just going to tell us all about
There is one extra letter which you not enough room for all of us. We ultramarathons. Hi, Stan,
do not need to use. had to do it really. Obviously, I would thanks for coming. Maybe I
have liked to have stayed here, but could start by asking you the
Speaker 1 it’s for the best. It was just obvious question... what exactly
impractical really. And now we’ll have is an ultra marathon?
People tell me I should cash in on it, a lovely place. I’ve lived here since I
sell up and move out to the country. left home. I never imagined then how M Hello Roy, thanks for inviting
Prices have gone up so much much my life would change. Look out me onto the programme. Well,
around here that I could get a lovely of the window, see that shop, that’s you know there’s no
place somewhere rural. I don’t know where I bought my first suit for my straightforward answer to your
though, it had never really occurred first day of work, and there’s the cafe question. Not all ultra
to me before. I’ve lived half my life where I met Karen, my wife. The marathons are the same. The
here and don’t really see much idea of moving was hard at first, simplest answer I can give you
reason for a change. But while you leaving all these memories behind. is that it involves running further
might say the area has gone up­ Still, it’s for the best and it’s not like than a normal marathon, which
market and improved, with these new we’re moving to the other side of the is 42.195 kilometres. Basically
bistros and shops, well it’s lost world. It’s only a ten minute drive and you could divide them into two
something too. A lot of the character I can pop back whenever I like. types as well, those that cover
it used to have... I mean, now I don’t a specific distance and those
even know my neighbours’ names Speaker 5 that take place within a specific
and they don’t know mine. So I’m not time period, with the winner
sure if I should stick around now. I realise now it wasn’t the right thing being the runner who has
Moving... well, it’s food for thought. to do. We jumped in too quick; we covered the most distance.
M What sort of distances and time M That sounds like quite a trial, said the goal was valid. I’m sure
periods are we talking about Stan. Can I ask you just one there must be something to explain
here? last question, and I hope it how she did it though, you can’t just
doesn’t sound rude... but, why make Buckingham Palace disappear
M Well, the timed events range do you do it, it sounds crazy? into thin air. But it was really dramatic
from 6, 12 and 24 hours to 3 to say the least.
and 6 days. In terms of the M Don’t worry, I’m asked that all
distance races, the most the time. Maybe I used to ask REPEAT
common distances are 50 and myself too. But I can tell you
100 kilometres. this... it has taught me how I Two. You hear a woman
can take responsibility for my complaining about something.
M 6 days? Surely here in Britain, life and thereby guide my own What is she complaining about?
we’d run out of anywhere to run destiny instead of blaming other
to! people and being victimised by A types of mobile phones
my own imperfections. It
M No - timed events are generally confirmed that the anger and В teenagers
run on a track or a short road rage that exists in most of us is
course, usually about a based on our inability to accept С the public transport system
kilometre in length. our own inadequacies. It has
taught me that we all have the I just don’t see the point of them. You
M And how popular are ultra strength and conviction to deal get on the tube and some adolescent
marathons? with adversity - if we can just sits next to you and all you hear is
tap into it. But more than this tinny repetitive beat. Why can’t
M More popular than you’d think. anything, it has leftjne feeling they just put headphones on? Why
In Europe alone there were profoundly grateful for my do they imagine that the rest of us
more than 200 ultra-marathons family and friends, appreciation want to hear their music? It’s not as if
last year. There are a few in of what I have, who I am, and I’ve ever heard anybody using them
Africa, including the world’s where I am going in my life. to play decent music. I used to think
oldest, the 89 kilometre their ringtones were annoying, but it’s
‘comrades marathon’ in South M Stan Woodcock, thanks for nothing compared to these. It really
Africa which attracts about coming in and speaking to us. ruins my journey to work sometimes.
12,000 runners a year and a Not that it was ever really a pleasure.
250 kilometre race in Namibia That is the end of part 4.
called ‘racing the planet’... it’s REPEAT
becoming more popular in Asia.
Taiwan, Japan and Korea have Three. You hear somebody talking
all hosted ultra-marathons, and on the phone. What is the purpose
India held its first in Bangalore TEST 3 of their phone call?
in 2007. There’s even an ultra­
marathon held in Antarctica! Now open your question paper A to complain
and look at Part 1. You’ll hear
M And I believe you’ve just people talking in eight different В to arrange to meet someone
returned from the United States; situations. For questions 1-8,
tell us about that. From what you choose the best answer, A, В or C. С to apologise
told me before the programme, it
sounds impossible! One. You hear someone talking I know exactly how you must feel.
about something he saw on But just let me explain... I know, I
M Well, I took part in the Badwater television. What did he see? know... I got the two thirty train and I
Ultra-marathon. Which is a was supposed to get the connecting
terrific test of your personal A a magic trick train at two fifteen, but there was a
endurance. It’s a 215 km course delay at the train station and we
which starts at 85 metres below В a drama didn’t get there until half past two
sea level and ends at the top of and I’d missed it. The next one
Mount Whitney in Death Valley, С a sporting event wasn’t until 5. Can you believe it?
California... 2,548 metres above I’ve a good mind to write a letter of
sea level. What makes it It was one of those ‘must-see’ complaint to the company and tell
particularly tricky is that it’s held moments. Everybody I knew watched them how angry I am; it’s not as if
in July, when temperatures can it, and everybody at work the next the tickets are cheap either. You
reach 49 degrees in the shade. day was talking about it. It was just know how much I wanted to meet
A guy called Al Arnold pioneered like that soap opera years ago when you, how can I make it up to you?
the course, first attempting it in the guy got shot and all you could What? Yes, I know... of course I had
1974, but he failed to finish due hear the next day was people it with me... just that I forgot to
to dehydration. He tried again discussing who shot him. There were charge it last night and it ran out of
the following year but sustained even t-shirts printed ‘Who shot BJ?’ batteries, so I couldn’t call you.
a knee injury, but in 1977 he they said. Or like that world cup final Hello? Hello?
was the first to finish it, with a where the England player used his
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 Four. You hear somebody talking M Sara! Hi! You look great. I going camping with him there for a
in a shop. What kind of shop is it? suppose you must still be taking long weekend. But that’s why they
those classes. made it really, to highlight how so
A a health food shop many visitors going there every year
F I sure am! I’ve lost 5 kilos since is eroding a lot of the natural
В a greengrocer’s I last saw you. Anna’s a real vegetation that the wildlife there rely
dictator in her classes; she on for food and shelter. Really did
С a chemist’s really makes you work and make me think. And the music they
sweat. But I have plenty of time used is great, really complimented
It’s because I have these allergies. these days since I finished at the images. You should see it.
I’ve tried everything. Creams, pills... university. What about you?
you name it. The doctor told me he How come I haven’t seen you REPEAT
wasn’t sure what was causing it, he there for so long?
even suggested it was all in my That’s the end of Part 1. Now turn
head. But surely I’m not imagining M Well, time is the big problem to Part 2.
the rashes I get when I eat them. It really. I’ve got so much work to
just started a couple of years ago, I do, I ended up finishing so late
used to eat plenty of them with no and then taking work home with CD 1 - TRACK 11
problem. I suppose it must be me. There just don’t seem to be
something to do with the fertilizers enough hours in the day. But I You’ll hear an information
and pesticides they use these days. do seem to be putting on a bit announcement about facilities
So, no, those look nice and I’m sure of weight, so maybe I’ll try to offered at Blackpool Airport. For
they’re fine but I don’t want to risk it, get down there at least once questions 9-1 complete the
I’ll have the organic ones instead. A next week. sentences.
kilo should be enough.
REPEAT Checking in at Blackpool airport
REPEAT couldn’t be easier. The majority of
Seven. You hear a man talking to check-in desks at Blackpool Airport
Five. You hear a man talking about his partner on the phone. When is are located on the first floor of the
his sister. What is his sister’s he going to leave work? terminal building. Air UK operates its
biggest fault? UK, London and German flights from
A 8.30 check-in Area 14, which is located on
A She talks too much. a level beneath the Arrivals Hall. To
В 8 save time, have your tickets and
В She’s too serious. passport ready, and ensure your
С 9.30 hand luggage contains only the items
С She gets easily annoyed. you may need during your journey.
I know I said I’d be home by 8 but it Ensure that carryon luggage does
Seriously, there are times when I just can’t be done. I’ve got a huge not contain any liquids, gels or
think I just can’t take any more. I love stack of work on my desk and I pastes that exceed 100 ml. You can
her to bits of course, but at times, promised my boss I’d have it done by also use the self-service check in
well, you can imagine, I just have to Wednesday. I’m going to have to desks. Self-service check-in is
take a deep breath and count to 20 come in early before he gets here at available to passengers departing
or I’ll just explode or end up walking eight thirty tomorrow and get some from the Airport travelling with certain
out. She’s always been the same, more of it done. Look, it’s half past airlines. A number of scheduled
ever since we were little kids. You eight now, I’ll just put in another hour airlines offer self service check-in
just can’t get a word in edgeways. and then I’ll finish, OK? Do we need and internet check-in technologies in
She’d kill me if she knew, but anything from the shops on my way order to facilitate their passengers
sometimes when she calls I just put home? with early check-in, seat selection
the phone on the table, go away and and issue of boarding passes.
make a cup of coffee and when I REPEAT Please select from the airline links
come back she’s still going on and below to see if this service applies to
on and none the wiser. Eight. What is the speaker your destination. Airline staff are on
describing? hand should you require any
REPEAT assistance. Sit back and relax in the
A a documentary Eric Morecambe Departure lounge.
Six. You hear 2 people talking. Enjoy the comfort and relaxing
What is their relationship? В a visit to a national park atmosphere of the Eric Morecambe
Lounge for up to three hours - for
A They’re related. С a friend’s holiday only €25 per person. We offer an
excellent service to all passengers
В They go to college together. It’s quite breathtaking really. You regardless of airline or class of ticket.
could almost be there. It’s such a And there’s a 20% discount for the
С They go to the same gym. beautiful park, the valley looks over 60’s who can take advantage of
gorgeous. You can see why it our facilities for only 20 euros per
F John! I haven’t seen you for attracts so many visitors. Only last person. Facilities include:
ages. How are you? week John was asking me if I fancied complementary refreshments;

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newspapers and magazines; Free of an audience, how are you Speaker 4
Wi-Fi access throughout the lounge expected to feel? There were
and notification of delays and flight hundreds of people there! But at the I wasn’t supposed to be appearing
times. A left luggage facility is end of the day, you’ve done your that day. I was the understudy to
available in the Car Park Atrium, preparation. You’ve spent months Jake Collins, the Hollywood film star.
directly across the road from the with the play, living the part... so He was in London to perform in this
Terminal, for short and long term when I stepped out on the stage I play and the publicity it got was
storage of luggage. The facility is was surprised at myself. I didn’t even astonishing, you couldn’t turn on the
open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily and notice the audience; I just went out television or open a newspaper
rates vary depending on the size of and played my part as though it was without seeing his picture or an
baggage. A car key holding facility the most natural thing in the world. article about the play. So a lot of
exists for passengers, at a charge, And that’s how it felt, it wasn’t me up excitement had been created in the
with Greencaps, in the Car Park there on stage, I was the character city. I imagine a lot of the audience
Atrium. The keys must be collected and every line was my own. had bought tickets simply to see a
by the person nominated to do so. Hollywood star up close. They must
This person must have photographic Speaker 2 have been rather disappointed when
identification when collecting the it was announced that he wouldn’t be
keys. Those leaving keys must also I couldn’t wait to get out there. performing due to food poisoning.
provide a reference of where their Seriously. We’d rehearsed it so often But for me it was a wonderful
car is parked. I was eager to show people what opportunity, and you can’t imagine
Blackpool airport boasts a variety of we’d done, what a classic play it how great standing in for such a
cafes and restaurants, such as the was. The play was set during the first famous actor made me feel.
Cosy Cafe located on the mezzanine world war and was about a group of Especially as when the play finished
floor. Relax in this modern light filled soldiers all from the same village nobody I saw leaving the theatre
restaurant and choose from a who all get killed on the same day. looked in the least bit disappointed.
wonderful selection of modern Irish We’d read so many letters, plays and
classics such as; Pan fried Chicken books from the men who were Speaker 5
with creamy smoked bacon and Leek actually there and what we noticed
sauce, freshly cooked pasta dishes, was that in the early days of the war, It was a nightmare from the
or Pan Asian delights such as Thai how so many men were so keen to beginning to the end. I couldn’t
style prawns. Full English breakfast go out and fight, even if it meant focus, I had trouble remembering my
is served from 4 a.m. The airport is certain death. At the time I remember lines, I could barely move. Honestly, I
conveniently located approximately thinking they were crazy... but it’s was shattered. I had given up my job
10 km north of Blackpool city centre. strange, the more we practiced on as a teacher just 9 months before to
It is served by a large number of our own in an empty theatre... the pursue my dream of being a
buses, coaches and taxis all allowing more we just wanted to go out and professional actor, and as luck would
you to get to and from the airport do the real thing in front of a real have it my wife announced that she
with ease. Over 21 million audience... even if it proved to be a was pregnant just a week later. I’ll
passengers travelled through total disaster. Which it wasn’t, I’m have to make a decent job of this I
Blackpool Airport last year. pleased to say. We got very good thought, I’ve now got more
reviews in the following week’s local responsibility than I’ve ever had. We
That’s the end of Part 2. Now turn paper. were both so happy when I got this .
to Part 3. part, it was quite a prestigious
Speaker 3 production and it looked like I might
have a future. Of course, fate had
CD 1 - TRACK 12 It was maybe the most frightening other ideas. My wife went into the
moment of my life. I was waiting in hospital the day before the first
You will hear five different actors the wings, I knew my cue was performance. I was up for 30 hours
talking about their first stage coming up any minute. My mind went straight that day, pacing up and
performance. For questions 19-23 blank. I started hyperventilating. My down the corridors. She gave birth to
choose from the list A-F to say stomach was in knots. I started to our daughter, Chloe, just 2 hours
what each person felt during the sweat. I nearly ran away there and before curtains up. I literally had to
performance. Use the letters only then. I just wanted to hide and run all the way from the hospital to
once. There is one extra letter wished I’d never put myself in this the theatre. Luckily everybody
which you do not need to use. position. I couldn’t though, I couldn’t understood and I actually received
let all those people down. The an award for that role.
Speaker 1 people who’d bought tickets but more
importantly all my fellow actors and That’s the end of Part 3. Now turn
I thought I’d be a lot more anxious the director... we’d all worked so to Part 4.
than I was. I couldn’t sleep for a few very hard to make this production.
days before it. I kept going over the So I took a few deep breaths and
worst possible scenarios in my head when the time came I went onto the CO 2 - TRACK 1
Everything from forgetting my lines, stage. I’d like to say I delivered a
to throwing up all over the stage... I breathtaking performance but the You will hear an interview with the
even imagined a fire in the theatre. I truth is I was terrible. It did get better creator of a web-based music
suppose it’s only natural really. I after that first performance though, service. For questions 24-30,
mean it’s your very first time in front thankfully. choose the best answer A, В or C.

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 F Steven Pride is a difficult man F Go on, give us a quick look into M Depending on who you speak
to track down. The co-founder your music collection. Who are to, we will be compared to
and CEO of MusicFlow is busy you listening to right now? different services. In the UK, we
travelling around Europe on get compared to First.fm; in
business. Founded in 2008, M There are some fantastic artists France a lot of people compare
MusicFlow is quickly gaining a coming through, such as We us to Geezer, while in the US a
legion of loyal fans and it is are Scientists, Vampire lot of people see us as similar
easy to understand why. The Weekend, Bats for lashes, Fleet to Phapster. I honestly believe
musicstreaming program gives Foxes and The Black Keys. that we don’t have a main
users instant access to a huge Leonard Cohen’s latest is competitor on that level as no
catalogue of music from all over awesome and I’ve just started one is currently offering what
the world, free of charge. listening to Little Feet’s new we are offering in terms of an
Unlike the majority of similar album, which just hit MusicFlow ad-supported model and a
websites, MusicFlow’s beauty today. subscription model as one.
lies in the fact that it works with
music companies and rights F MusicFlow was yours and F What have you got planned for
holders so that its operations Marta Pirez’s brainchild, did it next year?
are wholly legitimate. This come about quickly from a chat
explains why MusicFlow has you both had or was the idea a M Lots of stuff. We’ve got some
been welcomed with open arms long process development? unbelievably cool exclusive
by both producers and content available for our users
consumers of music alike. Just M It’s something we’d been coming up over the next few
this past Wednesday saw thinking about for a while. One months, plus we’re also going
Steven Pride attending the Brit thing that became obvious to us to provide our MusicFlow
Awards in London, mingling about person to person file Premium subscribers with some
with the creme de la creme of sharing was the fact that people special extra services.
the music industry. This would consumed more music than
never have been the case for ever from a bigger diversity of That is the end of part 4.
the likes of Phapster or Pirate artists. The influences in terms
Ship. of what they were listening to
So it was with great satisfaction were coming more from friends
that Steven Pride, very much than from radio stations. They
the man of the moment, took were consuming music like TEST 4
some time out to answer our crazy but weren’t necessarily
questions. paying for that music. The Now open your question paper
You are often described as a underlying demand for music and look at Part 1. You’ll hear
hardnosed businessman, are was bigger than ever. The people talking in eight different
there any other things you are reason we set up MusicFlow situations. For questions 1-8,
also guilty of? was to cater for that demand choose the best answer, A, В or C.
but to also, at the same time,
M Right now, with all the travelling create a functioning revenue One. You hear a woman talking
I’m doing, I’m not getting stream. about her pet. What is the problem
enough sleep at night, so I’d with it?
have to say falling asleep in F What has been MusicFlow's
meetings. My wife might tell you biggest challenge since start­ A Her neighbours have
I work too hard, but I don’t think up? complained about it.
that’s true. I’m just doing what I
love. M Well obviously signing the В It is sick.
various record deals was a
F Who has most inspired you? huge step for us. We want to be С It is noisy.
the alternative to music piracy
M In terms of music I would have and to have the support of the I can’t get a wink of sleep and I’m so
to say The Beatles. I don’t think record labels, both the majors sleepy at work. Even my boss has
we’ll ever see any group and independents, to allow us noticed it. I’m worried sick. Really, I
produce such a body of work to realise that aim. Since then, don’t know what’s got into her. She
ever again. Almost every song probably dealing with the surge never used to be like this. OK, when
is a classic. In terms of in users has been one of our the postman came she used to do it,
business, I think my father has biggest challenges, as well as but not at night, not every night at
been my biggest influence, he adding on average 10,000 least. I’m amazed the people next
always told me I should just do tracks a day to the MusicFlow door haven’t come round and said
what makes me happy. And for catalogue. Putting all the anything about it, I know I would have
everything else, my wife. She’s world’s music in one place is a if it was me. A car or a motorbike
been my rock, my inspiration, big job. drives past the house and she’s off,
an oasis of stability over the barking for hours. I don’t know if
last few years, which have been F Who do you see as your there’s something they can do at the
crazy. biggest competition? clinic, some pills or something. I’ll
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REPEAT special bus service for pupils who F Yes, we are. We’ll have the
will now need to travel to school in beef half pounder burger with
Two. You hear someone talking nearby Mettingborough. texas sauce, the fried cod and
about their job. What do they do? chips with tartare sauce, and
REPEAT the southern rancher fried
A a nurse chicken with lemon dressing,
Four. You hear someone talking please.
В a firefighter about a famous actor. How does
she know him? M Very good, madam. And what
С a police officer would you like to drink?
A they went to drama school
It is rewarding I must say but it does together. F Just a bottle of mineral water,
take it out of you. Not just physically please.
but emotionally as well. You see the В They went to university
most terrible things. Usually people together. M Of course.
who’ve been involved in traffic
accidents, but also house fires and С They went to school together. F Oh and could we have 3 side
industrial accidents. Of course, salads please?
there’s sometimes very little we can People ask me that all the time... did
do except try to make them as I know how famous he would M You realise the half pounder
comfortable as possible. It would be become? Well, of course not. How and the southern rancher are
a crime not to do whatever we could. could I? He was very good looking served with salad, madam?
There are lots of success stories too. obviously, but that’s not everything is
A lot of people are saying we’re the it? I suppose you have to have the F Oh, in that case just one salad
best burns unit in the whole country. talent, oh and some luck too. I think then please.
he’s worked very hard to get where
REPEAT he is today. We actually appeared in REPEAT
a few plays together at that time, we
Three. You hear a man talking on were both members of the drama Six. You hear a tour guide talking
the radio about a local school. group. Funnily enough it was me that to a group of visitors in a gallery.
Why is the school being pulled everybody thought would become a What does he tell them about the
down? star. We hadn’t seen each other for gallery?
years actually. I went off to study
A There aren’t enough theatre and drama at college, and A Large groups aren’t allowed
students. I’m not sure where he went, we just in certain areas of it.
sort of fell out of touch. But then one
В It has become dangerous. day, oh I don’t know how many years В It’s advisable just to visit one
ago now, and there he was on the section of it.
С A new school is being built. television playing a young university
professor who is being blackmailed С They could get lost in it.
Residents of Eddington were sad to by his student. I was amazed, he
hear of the local council’s decision to was incredible... so charismatic and Well that’s enough about the history
demolish Saint Xavier’s secondary convincing. And guess what I’m of the building itself. Now it’s time for
school. While it is acknowledged that doing now? Yes. I'm a drama you to have a look at what you really
student numbers had steadily been teacher. I just never seemed to get came here to see, the pictures
declining over the past few years, it that part to launch my career, so I themselves. We’ll meet back here at
was still felt that there was sufficient gave up after a few years. I enjoy my 12 and then proceed back to the
need for a secondary school in the job now of course, but you can’t help coach.
village. thinking back to when we were kids
and how things might have turned If you look in your guide packs you’ll
Unfortunately, after careful out differently. find a map of the gallery. It’s quite
assessment by the ministry of public clear and colour coded so it makes it
works and their surveyors, it was REPEAT easy to find exactly what you’re
decided that the building had looking for. I would warn you though,
become structurally unsafe and Five. You hear someone ordering that in a building this size and with
should be closed with immediate a meal in a restaurant. Which dish so many different sections dedicated
effect. doesn’t have salad included? to different art movements it would
be impossible to see it all in just one
A local action committee has been A the burger morning. You’d have to be here for
pressuring the council to construct a days really. It’s best to decide on
new school on the same site. В the fish and chips which parts you’d really like to see
However, a spokesman for East and then just concentrate on those.
Ridingshire council has declared that С the fried chicken Otherwise you’ll have to run around
there are insufficient funds in the the gallery and not really have a
budget for such a project, for the м Are you ready to order, chance to really look at any of the
foreseeable future at least. They madam? pictures properly. Also it’s best to
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groups, otherwise I’m sure nobody F Retro is all the rage now - and finally my fundamental
will be able to agree what you all everybody’s wearing things like training came from the division
want to see. Also, it gets very this. Anyone who knows how to of Head and Neck surgery at
crowded around this time of day, so it dress at least. UCLA.
wouldn’t be very practical if you all
just stuck together. OK, see you here F OK, take it. But don’t say I F What changes have you seen
at 12. didn’t warn you if people give in your long career, in terms of
you funny looks. techniques, technology and
REPEAT trends? Was plastic surgery as
F Don’t worry, mum. I’m going to popular 30 years ago?
Seven. You hear a television be the coolest girl in my class.
weather forecast. What is the M There have been many
weather going to be like today in REPEAT changes in plastic surgery over
the east of the country? the years. There is a tendency
That’s the end of Part 1. Now turn to swing from radical and exotic
A rainy to Part 2. to minimal and less invasive
and then back again. Many of
В sunny the fundamental surgical
CD 2 - TRACK. 3 techniques have not really
С snowy changed because they are
You’ll hear a radio interview with a based on solid surgical
Well for much of the country it’s plastic surgeon. For questions 9- principals. On the other hand,
going to be a lovely day, with 18, complete the sentences. You new procedures and materials
temperatures reaching as much as now have 45 seconds to look at are almost a daily occurrence.
28 degrees. Not bad at all after all part 2. Perhaps, the .most impressive
that wintery weather we’ve been of the trends is the widespread
having lately. Leeds was reported to F Mediwatch recently caught up use of Botox and the filler
have received as much as 6 inches with Dr Nigel Bryan, founder of substances available today. The
of snow in the last month. But that the Bryan Plastic Surgery popularity of plastic surgery is
looks to be behind us now as a belt Medical Center in Tarantino, increasing daily. 30 years ago,
of high pressure comes in from the New Mexico. Dr Bryan is an the general consensus among
west, spreading eastwards as the accomplished plastic surgeon those who could afford it, was
week goes on. It looks a bit bleaker and has been on the Board of to get a facelift at 50. Today,
on the east coast until tonight, I’m Directors for the American there is something for
afraid, as you’re set for a day of grey Academy of Facial Plastic and everyone, from Botox to filler
clouds and showers, sometimes Reconstructive Surgery and on substances, to facelifts. More
heavy. It might be a good idea to the surgery credentials importantly, the general
take your washing in but don’t worry. committee of the American population of women and men
By tomorrow afternoon you’ll be out Board of Facial Plastic and considering cosmetic
in the garden barbecuing with the Reconstructive Surgery. Dr procedures is closer to 35.
rest of us. Bryan, thank you for taking the
time to speak to Mediwatch. F You are a specialist in facial
REPEAT You have been practicing facial plastic surgery. Facial plastic
plastic surgery since 1977 and surgery includes several
Eight. You hear a girl talking to her have over 30 years of procedures - face lifts,
mother. Why does she want her experience in this field. That’s a rhinoplasty, otoplasty, brow lift
mother’s hat? great track record! How did you and many others. Which
decide to become a plastic procedure in facial plastic
A to wear it to a party surgeon and choose facial surgery is the most difficult to
plastic surgery as your perform? And, which procedure
В It’s fashionable. specialisation? do you find the most
interesting?
С She needs a new hat. M I first became interested in
facial plastic surgery when I M There is no question that
F Why on earth would you want was in residency training at rhinoplasty is the most difficult
this? I must’ve bought it 30 UCLA. My major inspiration plastic surgical procedure from
years ago. It’s ancient. Besides, came from Michael Howish, MD head to toe. Therefore, it is
surely you have enough hats, who was an extraordinary clearly the most interesting and
there are at least 10 in your teacher and surgeon. most challenging to perform.
wardrobe.
F Where did you receive your F Is there any procedure that is
F But I love it, mum, it’s plastic surgery training? more popular than the others?
gorgeous.
M I attended Medical School at M Botox is by far the most popular
F You’re not going to a Halloween Idaho University in Springton, cosmetic procedure today. It is
party and dressing up as a followed by general surgery at affordable with no downtime
hippy, are you? the University of Eastern Idaho and patients love the results.
F You’ve mentioned in your M All patients need to be treated Turkish restaurant... you name it. It’s
website that cosmetic surgery postoperatively as any other like the whole world is here. I was in
can help a person with poor surgery patient would be. the butcher’s the other day and the
self-esteem. To what extent Photographic records need to guy behind the counter was speaking
does having cosmetic surgery be kept and frankly, there is a to me in English, to an elderly
help improve a person’s lot of hand holding for the woman in Arabic and to some young
psychological health? Would emotional issues that occur. In Senegalese guys in French. Now, I’m
you like to tell us about any general, most patients are from a small village up north and
incident where surgery has thrilled, happy and require most people there have lived there
helped a person immensely? minimal care. for generations, I mean, my teacher
at school also taught my dad, so it’s
M Plastic surgery is not at all F How important is it for a patient a real contrast and something I think
about what your spouse or to feel comfortable with the gives the place its verve.
friends think. It is about how surgeon? What kind of rapport
you feel about yourself when do you share with your Speaker 2
you look in the mirror. There is patients?
no question that people who Never a dull moment, that’s all I can
look good and feel good about M Being comfortable with the say. If you have the time and the
themselves are generally more surgeon and his team, including money, you’ll never be bored. On
successful than those who everyone in the office is Monday I can go to the South Bank
don’t. essential. Our rapport is and see an exhibition. On Tuesday I
excellent, the support of the can pop into the British Museum.
F Do you also perform facial staff is excellent. We try to Wednesday, maybe catch an opera.
plastic surgery on accident listen to each patient and Thursday go out for a meal. Friday
victims or patients with birth address that patient’s individual go and see a film in one of the
defects? needs. massive cinemas in Leicester
Square. Saturday, go to a football
M Yes I do, but my son Nigel F Your son, Dr Nigel Bryan, Jr. match and then on Sunday just have
Bryan Jr. just returned from a has joined your practice. How a walk in Regent’s Park - it’s
trip to Columbia where he does it feel to work with him? beautiful there, so many trees and
helped treat 50 patients with flowers, so relaxing.
cleft palates and cleft lip M It is a thrill and a privilege to be
deformities in less than a week. able to work with my own son. Speaker 3
It was easy to assess his
F As with any surgery, plastic education, but you never really There’s just this buzz about the
surgery entails some risks - know how well another surgeon place. Walking down the street you
reaction to anesthesia, can operate. He is a gifted and see a famous singer, you might be in
infection, hematoma, seroma, meticulous surgeon. the newsagent’s and an actor from
embolism and necrosis. Is there some famous TV series pops in to
any particular procedure that F Thank you, Dr Bryan, for taking buy his copy of the Guardian. There
has more risks than the others? the time to answer these are always new restaurants or clubs
How do you minimise these questions. opening. All the different parts of the
risks? city have their own special feeling.
That’s the end of Part 2. Now turn North London with its Irish
M As a facial plastic surgeon risks to Part 3. community, and the West Indian
really come in two categories. parade in Notting Hill. I know some
The risks are the anticipation of people get annoyed with how people
the patient and real medical rush about and the general mayhem
risks. Serious medical on the tube, but for me it’s what
complications rarely if ever You will hear five different people London is all about, its electric.
occur in competent hands. talking about what they like about
Patients’ anticipation and London. For questions 19-23, Speaker 4
expectation is much harder to choose from the list A-F the
judge. We minimise the reason each speaker gives for why Well, I have heard there are more
expectation risks by fully they like the city so much. There green spaces in London per capita
explaining all procedures and is one extra letter which you don’t than anywhere else. I’m not sure if
their results to each individual need to use. that’s true, but it’s certainly an
patient. On the medical side, improvement on the city I grew up in.
our operating room facilities are Speaker 1 In our local park you could walk
fully certified by AAAASF and I every inch of it in about half an hour.
have had experience in over I remember the first time I went there In London though, you’re spoilt for
10,000 cases. it was the thing that struck me most, choice. I’m not sure which park I
and it still does to this day, and I’ve would say was my favourite, it would
F What kind of follow-up lived here nearly 10 years now. You depend on my mood. I do have a
measures need to be taken in can just walk down the street and soft spot for Primrose Hill, you know
facial plastic surgery? there’s an Indian restaurant, next to a the one you often see in films, that
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few more’. We get calls from
I remember people saying it was a neighbours about people letting their TEST 5
monstrosity. I can’t believe they really llamas starve and actually having
think that, it just matches the skyline dead llamas lying around their You’ll hear people talking in eight
so beautifully. They call it the Gherkin pastures. We get calls about llamas different situations. For questions
and I can see how it might be a bit being tied to a post and beaten, or 1-8, choose the best answer, A, В
modern for some tastes, but really, to lassoed, or kids being allowed to ride or C.
call it ugly is insane. But I read that them and harass them until the
people complained about the Eiffel llamas scream. These are the dire One. You hear someone talking
Tower when that was first built, and cases. about a new road. What is her
can anybody think of Paris now We have one llama called Cybil. She opinion of the road?
without it? I’m sure people will come was attacked by a cougar and found
to think of it in the same way as they near death. Those are the worst of A She thinks it will make her
do Saint Paul’s cathedral or the her wounds, partially healed. Her journey to the shops longer.
Tower of London - as a beautiful body was covered in scratches and
building that could only be in London. bites. Her owner was out of town, but В She is in favour of it.
fortunately his caretakers nursed her
That’s the end of Part 3. Now turn until he returned. Her owner felt that A She's worried it will harm
to Part 4. he could no longer guarantee her local wildlife.
safety, so gave her to LlamaCare to
complete her recovery and spend her Of course I can understand their
CD 2 - TRACK 5 retirement in a quiet, peaceful concerns, it's bound to have an effect
environment. During 2004 we made on some of the wildlife there, but at
You will hear a talk from the the decision to become a ‘forever’ the end of the day you've got to
director of an animal sanctuary . sanctuary. The llamas who come to balance that out with the positive effect
For questions 24-30, choose the us, stay with us. After working to find it will have on the village. It will be a lot
best answer A, В or C. good new homes for many llamas, more pleasant for all of us here when
we have come to the conclusion that we don't have to wait an hour just to
‘Why do Llamas need to be rescued? virtually all who come to us have had cross the road to get to the post office.
I thought they were worth lots of enough of moving around and being
money...’ That's usually the first separated from their companions and REPEAT
question we hear when someone families and will be much happier
finds out about the work of joining a herd that they never have to Two. You hear someone talking
LlamaCare. It's a difficult question to leave. We are however, still willing to about their degree. What did they
answer because the reasons are help people find someone who offers study?
many and some very complex. The the service of placing their animals if
simple answer to the first part of it is that is what they want for them. All A Medicine
that they need rescuing, because llamas who come to us are examined
there are too many... now. To the by a vet, receive all necessary shots, В Fine arts
second part, they used to be, but and any other veterinary attention
aren’t now. needed. They are then evaluated for С Science
About 25 years ago, give or take, personality traits, level of training
llamas came upon the scene in the required, and where they might fit My parents tried to convince me to
United States as unique, ‘exotic’ best in the herd. We are not in the study Medicine, and I went along
animals. No one really knew what business of making more llamas for with them right up until the final
they were ‘for’, but lots of people the market. We are here to save the moment when I had to submit my
thought they wanted one... or a herd. lives of those who find themselves in university application. Although I'd
They were beautiful, different from situations where their lives - or the always been quite good at science
your usual farm animal, had quality of their lives are in danger. I'd never really enjoyed it that much
wonderful long eyelashes, big eyes, Like any rescue, we are in constant and I couldn't see how medicine
and an air of mystery. need of monetary donations. would be that different. Of course, at
What we are seeing now is primarily Volunteers range from mentors and that age I never fully appreciated
the result of over breeding. Simply veterinarians, to those who spend a how hard it would be to get a degree
put, the supply began to outweigh day interacting with the animals and in Fine Arts... but sometimes you've
the demand. Indiscriminate breeding, cleaning barns - great exercise and just got to follow your heart.
along with the fact that these animals fun for those city dwellers who can't
can live 18 to 25 years or more - a own llamas, but enjoy them. There REPEAT
fact none of us paid much attention will always be a llama here who
to when either buying or selling wants to be the centre of your love Three. You hear a man speaking to
them, during those days - has and attention. someone. Who is he speaking to?
brought a lot of llamas to need
rescuing. There were certainly That is the end of part 4. A a customer
responsible, caring breeders and
there still are, but many people В a student
bought llamas not knowing a thing
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So, if you look closely you can see that I'd put it in my drawer because I questions 9-18, complete the
just by applying a small quantity of it to didn't want to take it outside with me sentences.
the surface and rubbing it ever so and risk it getting wet if it suddenly
gently in a circular motion with a started raining. I thought it would be Pavlova is a meringue-based dessert
kitchen cloth, the final result is as clean fine if I just left it there... but when I named after the Russian ballet
as if you'd been scrubbing it for hours. got back after lunch there was no dancer Anna Pavlova. It is a cake
It's a marvel of modern science, it sign of it. I haven't got a clue who similar to meringue with a crispy
really is. And at just under two pounds could've done something like that. It's crust and soft, light inner. The
a bottle, you can’t say fairer than that. really put me in a fix, it really has. dessert is believed to have been
So how many bottles would you like? created to honour the dancer during
REPEAT or after one of her tours to Australia
REPEAT and New Zealand in the 1920s.
Seven. You are in a computer Where it was created and the
Four. You hear a woman talking to repair shop. nationality of its creator has been a
her neighbour. What does she When will your computer be source of argument between the two
want her neighbour to do? ready? nations for many years, but research
indicates New Zealand as the
A Look after her cat. A Friday source. The dessert is a popular dish
and an important part of the national
В Feed her son. В Monday cuisine of both countries, and is
frequently served during celebratory
С Water her plants. С Tuesday or holiday meals such as Christmas
lunch. All currently available research
If it's no trouble... oh that's great... Well, leave it with us. We'll have a suggests the recipe originated in
thanks ever so much. You just have look at it as soon as we can. It New Zealand. Keith Money, a
to check there's enough water in the doesn't sound like it's anything too biographer of Anna Pavlova, wrote
bowl. I'll be back by Monday, so you serious. We're a bit busy at the that a chef in a hotel in Wellington,
only need to go round there twice. moment but we can definitely get created the dish when Pavlova
And if you leave him some food in round to it by Friday. So if you come visited there in 1926 on her world
the bowl every other day, that'll be around on Monday then I'm sure tour. Professor Helen Leach, a
great. Is there anything you'd like me we'll have it up and running for you culinary anthropologist at the
to bring you back? (pause) Sure no by then. Oh, hang on, Monday is a University of Otago in New Zealand,
problem. Bye. holiday and we're closed, so pop has researched the pavlova, and has
round the next day then. compiled a library of cookbooks
REPEAT containing 667 pavlova recipes from
REPEAT more than 300 sources. Her book,
Five. You hear a woman talking The Pavlova Story: A Slice of New
about going to a beauty salon. Eight. You hear someone talking Zealand’s Culinary History, contains
What is she going to have done? about his journey to work. How a timeline of pavlova history which
does he feel about it? gives 1935 for the first Australian
A Get a new hairstyle. pavlova recipe and 1929 for the
A It's relaxing. recipe in the rural magazine NZ
В Have a manicure. Dairy Exporter Annual. It has been
В It's stressful. claimed that Bert Sachse originated
С Have a massage. the dish at the Esplanade Hotel in
С It takes too long. Perth, Australia in 1935. A relative of
I'd had my hair done there before and Sachse's wrote to Leach suggesting
I loved it. They really take care of you I know most people hate it... it's that Sachse possibly got the year
in there. I had a lovely cup of coffee stressful, it takes too long... it's hell wrong when dating the recipe, but
while I was waiting and they even they say. But for me... well... it's the Leach replied they wouldn't find
gave me a head massage before the only time I get to myself really. When evidence for that, ‘simply because it's
styling. So, as it's my birthday and I'll I'm at work the phone's ringing just not showing up in the cookbooks
be going out this evening I thought nonstop... at home the kids are either until really the 1940s in Australia.’ Of
why not get my nails done there... screaming or wanting help with their such arguments Matthew Evans, a
then go home, put on my best dress homework. So it's a time I can just restaurant critic for the Sydney
and some make up and hit the town. slip on some good music and sort of Morning Herald said it was unlikely a
switch off. Actually I wish it took two definitive answer about the pavlova's
REPEAT hours instead of one! origins would ever be found. ‘People
have been doing meringue with
Six. You hear someone talking to That’s the end of Part 1. Now turn cream for a long time, I don't think
her colleague. Why is she upset? to Part 2. Australia or New Zealand were the
first to think of doing that,’ he said.
A Something is missing. Pavlova is made by beating egg
whites to a very stiff consistency
В Something got wet. before folding in caster sugar, white
You’ll hear part of a radio vinegar, cornstarch, and sometimes
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similarly to meringue. This makes the Speaker 2 Speaker 5
outside of the pavlova a crisp
crunchy shell, while the interior I suppose it was a bit of a silly thing A dogsbody, that's the word! I
remains soft and moist. The to do really. I put it on my CV that I suppose you have to expect it at that
pavlova's internal consistency is thus spoke fluent French. Rather age and in your first job, but at the
completely different from that stretching the truth, to say the least. I time it really got to me. I don't know if
normally associated with meringue, could just about order a coffee if I I expected to be doing more
having more of a soft marshmallow had to. Well, I didn't think much important things or what, but I'd come
texture. This difference is due to the about it, doubted I'd ever have to home boiling with rage thinking ‘that's
addition of cornstarch, the use of prove it, but one day the boss called it! Tomorrow I quit!’ ‘Cup of tea,
which is the defining feature of a me over and said he had an Darren, fill up the photocopier with
pavlova recipe. Pavlova is important new client with a French paper, Darren, clean the shelves,
traditionally decorated with a topping wife who didn't speak a word of Darren.’ It was non-stop and I'd never
of whipped cream and fresh fruit, English, and would I show her know from one day to the next what
such as strawberries and kiwifruit. around the city for the day while her I'd be spending my day doing.
Raspberry is a popular topping in the husband was in a company meeting.
United Kingdom, with the tartness of There was nothing I could do about That’s the end of Part 3. Now turn
raspberries contrasting with the it. I couldn't just tell him the truth. So to Part 4.
sweetness of sugar. Factory-made I spent the day with her. Luckily she
pavlovas can be purchased at didn't let me get a word in edgeways
supermarkets and decorated as and I just smiled and nodded at
desired. A commercial product is appropriate moments. The next day I
available that includes pre-mixed was sure my boss would ask to see You will hear ah author talking
ingredients for baking the meringue me and that would be it; I'd be about his time at school. For
shell, requiring only the addition of history. But he never did - I don't questions 24-30, choose the best
water and sugar. Те Papa, New think the wife even noticed I hardly answer A, В or C.
Zealand's national museum in spoke a word.
Wellington, celebrated its first When I was 8 years old my family
birthday in February 1999 with the Speaker 3 followed the ancient family tradition
creation of the world’s largest and packed me off to a moderately
pavlova, named ‘Pavzilla’, cut by the It was a work placement really, but expensive public school in Cumbria. I
Prime Minister of New Zealand of the I'd still consider it my first job. I hated almost every day that I spent
time, Jenny Shipley. mean, I worked the same hours as there. My very first term was a
everybody else, mucked in with disaster and I found it very difficult to
That’s the end of Part 2. Now turn everybody else. I'd never really settle in. Life in a boarding school can
to Part 3. thought about the work they did be almost impossible, especially if
before, but that time really opened you aren't that happy at home, which
my eyes. By the time the placement I wasn't at the time. I did miss a nice
ended and I had to leave, I'd made home-cooked meal though; the food
up my mind. There was no way I was at the school was dreadful. Apart
You will hear five different people going into a boring 9 to 5 office job from having to follow all the rules and
talking about their first job. For just for the money. I was going to time-honoured customs, you were
questions 19-23 choose from the spend my life helping people. And never left alone, even for a minute -
list A-F to say what each person that's why I became a paramedic. you were always with another boy at
says about it. Use the letters only all times. I have always enjoyed my
once. There is one extra letter Speaker 4 own company and a bit of solitude,
which you do not need to use. so day-to-day life at school was very
Some friends and I went to France to hard for me, although the other boys
Speaker 1 spend the summer picking fruit, just didn't seem to mind it. In the first term
moving from place to place wherever there I developed a nasty cough. The
It was only a summer job when I was the work was. I suppose we had an school nurse said it was nothing and
at university; just a couple of months over-romantic idea about the whole gave me some pills to take. However,
work and the pay was awful. I thing. We had no idea just how back a short time afterwards, playing rugby
suppose I was just young, I didn't breaking the work would be. The in a snowstorm, I suddenly felt I
take it seriously... I think if I'm honest, amount of different things we picked couldn't breathe properly and was
I thought it was beneath me... I was - strawberries, grapes, apples, taken to hospital with a nasty dose of
an academic after all... I thought I raspberries, pears - it didn't matter bronchitis and pneumonia. As soon
could do it with my eyes closed. what it was - at the end of the day as I arrived at the hospital they put
Anyway, one day the boss came over you could hardly move. Anyway we me into a small room with another
and told me that if I didn't improve he had to cut the whole thing short and boy who was also very ill. He
would have no choice but to sack come back to Scotland. I got a twig eventually died and I'm told, so did I
me. I think I was so embarrassed caught in my eye while we were nearly. My main memory of my time
that I began to take it seriously and picking pears and the pain was in hospital was that the nurses on
everything turned out OK. I spent the unbearable, there was no way I duty in the evening used to get
money I'd earned on a holiday in could carry on working after that. together in my room and play
Greece. scrabble and chat. That they were
keeping me awake with the light on
and their talk didn't seem to worry yellow bands that imitate the Well, people often say to me that I
them in the slightest. When I had venomous coral snake. A method to must be a dedicated follower of
recovered I was sent home for a few help differentiate between venomous fashion. They say I always buy fancy
weeks to convalesce and so missed and non venomous tricolour snakes designer stuff. But that’s not really
almost all the school term. When I in North America is found in the the case. OK some of them might
eventually returned to school, I was popular phrases ‘red on yellow, kill a happen to be all the rage at the
sent to bed early because of my fellow; red on black venom lack’ or ‘If moment, but that’s not why. I’m not
illness... and so finally I got to have a red touches yellow, you're a dead throwing my money around on a
brief period to myself every day. Later fellow; if red touches black, you're all whim. Over the years I’ve come to
in the term I was allowed to go to the right, Jack’ and ‘Red and black is a trust certain brands. I’m quite
school library alone which was friend of Jack’. Juvenile specimens of comfortable paying a hundred
another great improvement. The day I this snake usually have the same pounds on a pair of jeans if I know
left school the headmaster came up colours as adults, but often have they’re going to last me for years. If I
to me to say goodbye and asked if it rings that look more ‘off white’ than got some supermarket own brand
was a sad day for me. I told him that yellow. As they become mature, their jeans, they’d be falling apart in 6
in fact it was the happiest day of my rings turn more yellow. months, so it’s not really saving you
life. He said that he was sure that I any money in the long run. They cost
would come to think of my time at the REPEAT more because they’re better quality,
school in a completely different light. I you get what you pay for really, and
told him that I was sure I would not. Two. You hear two friends that’s the reason they might have
Although of course over the last thirty meeting. Where are they? become fashionable.
years I have had dreadfully unhappy
days in my life, I found that my A at the cinema REPEAT ‘
conclusions then - that there was
nothing that could ever be so bad as В in a restaurant Four. You hear a traffic report on
my time in boarding school - were the radio. Which road is closed?
indeed proved to be quite correct. С in a shop
A theA613
That Is the end of part 4. M Hi Tony, I didn’t expect to bump
into you here. How’s it going? В the B403

CD 2 - TRACK 10 M Fine thanks. Well, I just read С the A614

about it in the local paper, I
TEST 6 thought it sounded interesting. And now traffic news for motorists
travelling in North Nottinghamshire.
Now open your question paper M Me too. From the review I didn’t Due to a building fire at a farm close
and look at Part 1. You’ll hear expect to be able to get a table. to the B403 High Street in Repton,
people talking in eight different traffic is closed both ways on the
situations. For questions 1-8, M Me neither, but if you look at A613. Police are directing traffic.
choose the best answer A,В or C. these prices, I can see why Motorists travelling between
people were put off. Nottingham and Worksop are
One. You hear part of a nature advised to take the A614 or
programme on television. What M You reckon? it doesn’t seem alternatively leave the B403 at
does it say about the Scarlet King unreasonable to me. And look Collymore before joining the A630 at
Snake? over there, that’s Brett Flick. It’s Sheringham. Now for rail news...
not every day you can say you
A It’s not poisonous. spent the evening in the same REPEAT
place as a Hollywood star.
В It’s poisonous. Five. You hear a young woman
M I suppose not. Anyway, I’d talking about a man she has just
С They are very big. better be getting back. We’re met. What does she think of him?
sitting over there, near the
The Scarlet King snake is a type of entrance. A He’s fascinating.
king snake that is found in the
Eastern portion of the United States, REPEAT В He’s intelligent.
particularly Florida. It is a subspecies
of the milk snake. They are found in Three. You hear someone talking С He’s boring.
pine flatwoods, hardwood about buying clothes. How does
hammocks, prairies, cultivated fields, he choose his clothes? Well, I didn’t really know much about
and suburban areas. It is significantly him. I’d seen him around the office of
smaller than some of the other king A He chooses the most course, you couldn’t help noticing
snakes, usually well under 20 inches fashionable. him... those piercing blue eyes and
long. The maximum recorded length long, dark hair... honestly he looks
was 68.5cm (27 inches). Neonates В He chooses the most like a film star. So I was thrilled when
(newborns) can be as small as 3 and expensive brands. he asked me to dinner. All the girls in
a half inches. The snake has a tri­ my department were envious. But as
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 by its cover. I thought he’d be really running the risk of damage to can during your stay in Budapest.
interesting, that we’d hit it off really the skin. If you were asleep for Here is some information about us.
well... then we’d get married and more than 40 minutes, you Our two-week courses of Hungarian
have children...[laughing]. Well from were bound to burn. language and culture were first
the moment we arrived at the offered in 1997. Initially, we offered
restaurant, the only thing he talked F It really hurts, and I look one two-week session during winter
about was his ex-girlfriend and ridiculous. What’s Nigel going to 1997 and one during summer 1997.
football. Do I look like I’m going to be say when he comes round, I’m They met with broad interest and
that interested in football? Really, I supposed to be meeting all his were very well received. We
couldn’t wait for the evening to end. new friends from medical therefore scheduled two two-week
school tonight at a party. I just sessions during both winter and
REPEAT can’t go, he’ll be so ashamed of summer 1998. Since then the
me. number of sessions and the numbers
Six. You hear a theatre director of groups and language levels in
talking to an actor. How does she M There, there, don’t be silly, I’m every session have continued to
want him to do the scene? sure he won’t be in the grow, and we now offer 5-6 sessions
slightest. Listen, I’ll have a in winter/spring (February to April)
A in the same way as before rummage around in the and 8-9 sessions in summer/autumn
bathroom, see if we’ve got any (July to October).
В very differently cream we can put on it for you. In the period from February 1997 to
October 2008 over 2,500 people
С like a famous actor did it REPEAT participated in our Bulgarian courses.
before Our courses continue to attract more
Eight. You hear someone talking and more interest, and the number of
It’s just... well... too reminiscent of to their friend about dreams. What participants (who have been between
Sir Larry Guilgood really. I know he happens in her dreams? 18 and 71 years of age) is constantly
made this part his own. It’s the rising. The high standard of our
touchstone performance, one we A She flies. courses and their attractiveness are
can’t really forget about. The image shown not only by the fact that many
of him as Hamlet is probably the one В She falls. participants have returned to
we all think of when we think of Budapest several times to continue
Hamlet on stage. But it was over 50 С She loses her teeth. studying Hungarian with us (returning
years ago, we can’t just go on doing participants constitute 15-20% of all
it in the same way. You’re your own I was reading about it in a magazine, course participants), but also by the
man, John, a great actor in your own apparently it’s really common. One of results of surveys which are
right. I believe you can go all the the big three. There’s the one in conducted at the end of every
way, so you’re just shooting yourself which you can fly, just zoom off into session. The surveys assess all
in the foot really if you mimic Sir the air... this means you’re content components of the course, and the
Larry. I want to see more of you in with life and feel you have the average overall mark given to the
Hamlet and less Guilgood. OK. potential to succeed, then there’s the course by the participants is usually
That’s it for today, rehearsals start at other side of the coin, where you around 4.5 on our 5-point grading
7 tomorrow, everybody. And don’t be plunge down from the sky, which scale. Both Hungarian and Russian
late. expresses fear of failure or lack of language courses are conducted by
self esteem. Now mine is qualified native speakers. The level
REPEAT considerably worse. I wake up with of instruction is adjusted to your
such a fright and have to go to the needs or those of the group. We are
Seven. You hear a conversation mirror to make sure they haven’t all also open to your suggestions
between a man and a young fallen out. Apparently it reveals great concerning vocabulary and subjects
woman. Who is the man? anxiety and the fear of getting older. covered; here, too we are willing to
accommodate your needs and
A a doctor REPEAT expectations. You are free to choose
dates, duration and intensity (number
В a chemist That’s the end of Part 1. Now turn of lessons per day) of an individually
to Part 2. arranged course. Lessons can start
С her father on any working day. The only
limitation: the minimum length of an
M Well, I must say that doesn’t CD 3 - TRACK 1 individualised course is five days of
look very comfortable, young classes (not necessarily on
lady. How did that happen? You will hear a promotional talk consecutive days) and the minimum
about a language school. For number of classes per day is 2, each
F I was out in the garden and I questions 9-18, complete the lasting 45 minutes. The fee per
must have just fallen asleep. I sentences. lesson (of 45 minutes) depends on
had sunblock on as well, factor the length and intensity of the course
20 . Learn Hungarian in beautiful Budapest and on the number of people in a
group. For a typical individual course
M That just means how long you Come to our office and we will be of 20 lessons (5 days, 4 lessons a
can spend in the sun without happy to assist you in any way we day) the fee per lesson is 14 Euros,

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or a total of 280 Euros. For a much Speaker 1 Speaker 4
longer and more intensive course,
the fee per lesson may be somewhat If you wake up after surgery with the Plastic surgery can and often does
lower, and for group lessons it may face of a 20-year-old, where does it improve one’s appearance -
be somewhat higher (the fee is stop? What’s wrong with growing old rhinoplasty, for example, has
understood as per lesson per group; gracefully? The lines around my eyes improved many a big nose or bump
the fee for the individual participant come from years of laughter. And the in a nose. If you are having plastic
will then be substantially lower). The marks on my tummy are the result of surgery to correct a flaw or defect
exact fee will be negotiated my two beautiful daughters. I'm that has seriously affected your life,
individually, depending on the happy, healthy and, in my 50s, more then as long as you are fully
specific circumstances. (For comfortable in my skin than ever. informed of all the risks, then by all
example, if you wish to register and Why would I want to risk that? I am a means go for it... Here’s another
start a course at short notice, or for a 50-year-old woman and nothing's thing to consider about any surgery -
time when demand is especially high, going to change that. I admit I like to I was born with several deformities
it may be difficult or impossible for us look good, but I believe you put in to and congenital defects that were
to offer you the price quoted above.) get out. I go to the gym three times a operated on numerous times during
Please consult the Cultural program week and I'm training for a 10K race. my life (I’m 56 now) ... there are long
page on our website for the regular I believe being outdoors is good for term affects of these surgeries... I
two-week sessions (and the websites the mind, body and soul and that have severe problems with my heart
mentioned there). We can offer most shows in your face. and my lungs now, and have been
of the components listed there, and told that if I need another operation
other options depending on your Speaker 2 where they use general anesthetics, I
interest, but since the individually could die... so, if you are having
arranged courses do not constitute a I was confident about my body in my plastic surgery, I would really think
package (as regular two-week 20s and with good reason. I had a seriously of the long term affects... all
sessions do), there will be additional great figure and worked as a part- those people who are on that TV
charges. time model. I didn't worry about show where they go into it looking
If you participate in an individually losing my looks - I just never old, fat or with big noses and come
arranged course during a time period imagined it would happen. Six out beautiful... well no one knows
when our regular sessions take months after marrying John I became what the effects of this surgery will
place, you will be able to participate an air hostess. Then, eight years have on them 30 years from now.
in the regular cultural program at a later, I became pregnant and gave
modest fee. We will also gladly up flying. Free of the pressures from Speaker 5
advise you on cultural events in work to stay slim, I indulged in all my
Budapest and help you plan your favourite treats. In my mid-40s I We’ve been doing it as long as there
free time in Budapest. Please consult didn't turn heads any more and I no have been humans. People used
the Accommodation page on our longer felt attractive. I got talking to a dyes on their faces, piercings on
website for the regular two-week friend who'd had a facelift and various parts of their bodies. You
sessions. We can offer you the same decided I wanted surgery. The name it. In certain parts of the word
three kinds of accommodation when results were lifechanging. I felt like I people elongate their necks, in
you participate in an individually had rolled back 20 years and having others they put plates in their lips to
arranged course. In this case the a smooth neck and tighter skin made make them bigger. And I know in the
price for lodgings is not included in me feel like the old Libby I knew and east it was very common to bind the
the course price. Charges will then loved. I felt like I had turned the clock legs of children so that the feet
be as follows: back. wouldn’t grown big. We all want to
look good and if the technology is in
For the first week in a single room in Speaker 3 place to achieve that, then we’re
a private flat or house, 80 euros a bound to seriously consider it. I don’t
week and 50 euros for additional If you ask me, having plastic surgery really see it as any different to
weeks. Or for a separate, doesn’t address the heart of the getting a tattoo or having your ears
selfcontained flat, 130 euros for the matter. Obviously people who go pierced. I wouldn’t consider it myself
first week and 100 euros for every through it are insecure about though, but that’s because I’m
additional week. something - lacking in self-esteem. I scared of needles and surgery. But I
know we live in a society obsessed fully understand why people do it.
That’s the end of Part 2. Now turn with how you look, but giving yourself
to Part 3. a smaller nose or a larger chest, I That’s the end of Part 3. Now turn
don’t see how that can make you feel to Part 4.
any better about yourself in the long
CD 3 - TRACK 2 term. It all seems a bit shallow to me.
I think as long as you value yourself U U if I H A U t\
You will hear five different people and love yourself for who you are,
talking about cosmetic surgery. For that’s the most important thing. The You will hear an interview with an
questions 19-23 choose from the rest is just trivial. I mean, we never expert on maritime disasters, June
list A-F to say how each person fall in love with people just for their Harmann. For questions 24-30,
feels about it. Use the letters only looks, do we? We fall in love with the choose the best answer A, В or C.
once. There is one extra letter person themselves.
which you do not need to use. M I think if we thought of a

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maritime disaster, June, most of many on the floor of the I’ve always had a bit of a
us would tend to think of the corridors and the decks, the morbid fascination with the sea.
Titanic, why is that, was it the Dona Paz collided with an oil It always seemed a bit of a
worst such tragedy? tanker on its way from Bataan dangerous, mysterious place to
to Masbate. The Vector was me. And I do remember seeing
Well, it was a terrible tragedy, carrying 8,800 barrels of an old black and white film
Keith, there’s no denying that. It gasoline and other petroleum about the Titanic when I was a
claimed the lives of more than products. Upon the collision, kid, which I remember I found
1,500 people, but in terms of the tanker’s cargo ignited and spellbinding. But to be honest
the number of fatalities, there caused a fire that spread onto I’d say the truth is much more
are far worse disasters. The the Dona Paz. Survivors mundane, simply, I was
Тек Sing in China in 1822 left claimed that the lights onboard contracted to write the book by
1,600 dead; more recently the the Dona Paz had gone out, the publisher’s, so I did my
Le Joola in Senegal with 1,800 that there were no life jackets research and here you are... A
deaths and a few others until on board the ferry and that History of Maritime Disasters by
you get to the worst peacetime none of the crew were giving June Harmann.
maritime disaster in history, the any orders. People who
Dona Paz in 1987 which left an survived the fire had to jump That is the end of part 4.
estimated 4,341 dead. I think into the shark infested water
the reason we all think of the below.
Titanic is of course because
we’ve all seen the films and M You said earlier that these were
read about it, but moreover the worst peacetime disasters. TEST 7
because we’re rather parochial What about wartime?
and often are more concerned Now open your question paper
with things closer to home, after F Well for the worst disaster, in and look at Part 1. You’ll hear
all, it was a British ship terms of loss of life, you’d people talking in eight different
travelling to New York, than we probably have to look at the situations. For questions 1-8,
are with events which are failed Spanish Armada in 1588. choose the best answer A, В or C.
somewhat off our radar, Spain lost between 15 and 20
occurring on the other side of thousand soldiers and sailors. One. You hear a man talking about
the world. Some were sunk by English a sport. Why did he stop playing
ships but the majority of losses the sport?
You might be right there, June, I came about due to unusually
can’t say I’ve heard much about strong Atlantic storms which led A Because of injury.
the disasters you mentioned. many of the Spanish to drown,
Tell us more about the Dona while many others died from В He no longer enjoyed it.
Paz, how could so many people starvation and disease as their
have been on the ship, and ships were unable to anchor С He doesn't have enough time.
how could so many have died? along the coasts of Scotland or
Ireland. As the Spanish King Well, I've got to say, much as I liked
In terms of the number of said in the aftermath £l sent the taking part, it got a bit too much in
people on the ship, that’s an armada against men, not God’s the end. What with training twice a
issue of some dispute. The winds’. week and then the match on
original passenger capacity of Sunday... and I'm not getting any
the ferry when it was built and M So just how safe are we at sea, younger. I found I needed Monday
called the Ryukyu Kaiun June? and Tuesday just to recover from all
Kaisha, was 608 people. But the aches and pains. And I've got so
after it had been sold to a ferry F Oh I’d say pretty safe, relatively much on my plate at the moment...
company in the Philipines, it speaking. If you’re travelling I've found that since I stopped it has
was renamed the Dona Paz with a reputable company and really freed up my week and I can
and officially had a capacity of in a boat equipped for the see a lot more of the family than I
1,492 passengers and 60 crew. environment it’s in, you’re did.
But a revised passenger statistically safe. Look at it this
manifest showed 1,583 way, an estimated 1.5 million REPEAT
passengers and 58 crew, with people in the UK travelled on
675 more passengers getting cruise ships last year alone. Two. You hear a woman talking
on at Tacloban City and another And we’re no longer so much at about a recent purchase. Where
908 at Catbalogan. There have the mercy of bad weather. did she buy it?
also been claims that it was
quite common for the crew to M And one last thing, June. It A in a shop
sell further places aboard the seems a strange thing to have
ship. Why so many of these written a book about, can you В on the Internet
people lost their lives is due to tell us why exactly you became
a combination of reasons. What interested in this field? С at a local market
happened was this: during the
night, as passengers slept, F It’s difficult to say, I suppose I just browsed their catalogue on
their website, made a note of the Five. You hear an advertisement Finally I got it all together and it fits
model number and drove into their for a holiday. What kind of holiday quite well next to the sofa. Hopefully
out-of-town place to pay for it and is being advertised? it will stay upright for a while,
pick it up. I must say they're certainly although I can't be certain it will.
doing good business... queues like A a cruise
you wouldn't believe. You can see REPEAT
why the local furniture market is В a safari
suffering; the whole town must have Eight. You hear somebody talking
been in there buying things for the С an activity holiday about their plans for the weekend.
house or garden. What are they going to see?
How would you like to sleep on the
REPEAT banks of majestic Lake Victoria, A a concert
listening to the gentle lapping of the
Three. You hear somebody talking lake on the shore, and the wildlife of В a film
about a new school. What does the nearby National Reserve Park?
the person think about it? Just what you need after an action- С a football match
packed day of canoeing, rock
A It is needed. climbing or scuba diving. Lake Well, when I saw the adverts for
Victoria Hotel offers 2 weeks in its tickets, I jumped at the chance. It's
В It isn't needed. luxury compound, where you can do years since they've played here. I
as much or as little as your heart suppose it's all down to their new
С It's too far away. desires. See our website for further manager, he's really got them playing
details. well. What kn atmosphere it will be...
About time too, we've been crying the lights, the singing, the drama of it
out for this for years. Kids have had REPEAT all.... I can't wait. It's great that this
to travel into Nottcaster. It took my town can stage an event like this.
nephew close to an hour to get in Six. You hear somebody And they've got a really good chance
there by bus and after his various discussing a radio programme. of going all the way and winning the
sports teams he wasn't getting home What kind of programme was it? cup this year.
until nearly nine o'clock. Finally it
looks like they're doing something for A a political debate REPEAT
this community instead of spending
money on things there's no real need В a quiz programme That’s the end of Part 1. Now turn
for. I mean, that procession last to Part 2.
year... what was that for? A waste of С a comedy
money if you ask me.
It's a joke really, they were putting so CD 3 - TRACK 5
REPEAT many questions to him and he didn't
have a clue. I really don't think he You’ll hear a talk about an arts
Four. You a hear woman talking stands a chance of winning the next festival. For questions 9-18,
about her job. What is she worried election if he carries on like this. I complete the sentences.
about? had to laugh when they asked him
about his foreign policy... his answer Brian Daniels, co-founder of The
A She doesn't have the just seemed to make no sense at all. Wentworth Art Fair, has announced
necessary skills. He came over as a bit of a clown. that a controversial collection of
Phillipa West will be the subject of
В She has too much work REPEAT this year's Wentworth art festival
to do. symposium. The two-day event will
Seven. You hear somebody talking bring together an international panel
С She might lose her job. about a piece of furniture. How of experts to view the Marta Costello
does he feel about it? Collection made up of approximately
Well, there have been rumours flying 1,200 drawings, journals, letters,
around for months. You just hope A It's too big. paintings and other items whose
that it's not going to be you. I know it owners maintain are made by
sounds selfish but our department is В It was difficult to assemble. Phillipa West. Some experts on the
one of the most productive in the artist’s work have questioned the
whole company; we don't get a С It was too expensive. authenticity of the collection. The
moment's peace. But... it turns out panel will present an overview of the
that the whole company is suffering Well, I thought that at that price you methods and challenges of
and there'll be large scale can't go wrong. But I started to regret authenticating newly revealed art
redundancies. Hopefully if they let it once I saw the size of the box, it works. Of particular interest, in
me go I can find something similar; only just fit into the car. The thing conjunction with the Wentworth Art
I'm too old now to retrain and do with these flat pack things... there's Fair symposium, a group of the
something completely different. just so many bits and pieces. When I disputed objects will be on view for
got home and started looking at the the first time in the United Kingdom.
REPEAT instructions... well... I didn't know The symposium will take place
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 February 7, from 10:00 am to 12:00 challenged their publication. The intellectual facade... like it was a
noon at the Cheeseman Gallery at Wentworth Art Fair Symposium will social experiment. They'd have a
Dame Doris Brown High School for look into the issues surrounding the psychologist analysing each of the
the Performing and Visual Arts, 13 collection and its still unresolved housemates' behaviour and I found
Church Street. Admission is included status. that really interesting. What's more
in the purchase of an Art Fair ticket. I'd notice some of that behaviour in
Daily tickets are 10 pounds and a That’s the end of Part 2. Now turn my everyday life and I'd be able to
three-day pass is 25 pounds. Doors to Part 3. relate what I'd learnt... I've always
will open at 9:30 a.m., seating is been fascinated in body language
limited and is on a first come, first and things like that. But the last few
served basis. Visit CD 3 « TRACK 6 series they seem to have just
www.wentworthartfestival.com for forgotten about that side of things
further details. Approximately 20 You will hear five different people and it's just entertainment, a circus
objects from the Marta Costello talking about a television act for people desperate for their 15
Collection, including paintings, programme. For questions 19-23 minutes of fame.
drawings, journal pages and other choose from the list A-F what each
items, will be exhibited, and for the person says about it. Use the Speaker 4
first time will provide experts the letters only once. There is one
opportunity to examine the extra letter which you do not need The first couple of series, I never
controversial material. The to use. missed an episode but I must say
Wentworth Art Fair Symposium that my interest has faded a bit. I
panels will bring together the owners have it on every now and again but I
of the Costello material, experts they Speaker 1 can't say I could;even tell you all the
have enlisted to examine the names of the contestants. Though
material, the publisher of a recently It's a bit of a guilty pleasure really. It's there's one guy called Tony of
released book on the collection, plus not the sort of thing I would normally course. I remember him because he
scholars and art dealers who have have any interest in. I just happened looks like my boyfriend's brother and
followed the controversy since it to be browsing through one of the they even have the same name. He's
began. The moderator will be tabloids when I was at the dentist's rather embarrassed about it
Michael Edward Hall, art historian, and I noticed that one of the people actually... people keep coming up to
critic and correspondent for Art in it went to my old school. Not that I him and asking him if he's Tony...
Newspaper. Moderator and journalist knew her of course, I must be at and what can he say? He is Tony.
Michael Edward Hall says, The least ten years older than her. But We were all at the cinema with him
discussion will range from the that evening I switched it on and I've last week when somebody asked him
specific - a description of the been hooked ever since. I don't think for his autograph... I thought he'd just
Costello archive - to general I'd ever really understood the appeal explode!
questions about how newly before... but the thing is, they've put
discovered artworks are received ordinary people in an unreal situation Speaker 5
and evaluated by the scholarly and you can't help but wonder how
community and the market.’ Welsh you'd react in the same situation. It's I couldn't tell you a thing about it I'm
artist Philipa West is among the most quite compulsive, it really is. afraid. I know it's tremendously
popular and beloved women painters popular and I'm always hearing
of the 20th century. Her paintings, Speaker 2 people at work or on the train talking
which can command large sums, about the people who are on it... and
describe a life full of joy and love for Don't get me started on that... I can't the way they talk about them... you'd
her husband, the painter Donald tell you the amount of arguments I've think they were friends or
Rivers. Today she is an icon, and had with my flatmates about it. They neighbours. I've got nothing against it
even scraps of paper associated with have it on for hours every day. Day in really, and there must be something
her are valued not only financially but day out. I think it's ludicrous. What to it if so many people are addicted
also as relics of a legendary on earth people find so fascinating to it... it's just that I've been going to
historical figure. Her reputation is about it, I'll never know. They just pilates classes three times a week
such that the Welsh Arts Council has spend hours sitting around chattering and by the time I get home it's nearly
designated her work ‘National about the most trivial things. And the over... and besides, my favourite
Patrimony’ and restricted its trade people they get to go on it... I detective show... McCallister is just
and export. Little wonder that the wouldn't want to have to spend half about to start on the other side, so I
Costello collection of Phillipa West an hour sitting next to them on the sit down and watch that, I never miss
material has come under such bus, let alone choose to watch them it. It's great!
intense scrutiny. Even before the on television. They just want to be
works became widely known with the famous without actually having any That’s the end of Part 3. Now turn
April release of the illustrated book sort of talent. No, why it's become so to Part 4.
Finding Phillipa West the collection popular is beyond me.
became the focus of numerous
articles in major publications in Speaker 3 CD 3 - TRACK 7
Europe. Some reports celebrated the
discovery of new material related to These days I can't say I watch it. I You will hear an interview with a
West while others questioned the used to when it first started. Then it psychologist about sharing
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choose the best answer A, В or C. guilty. Sometimes it can be friendship and you could decide
difficult to keep up with the rota that living with strangers is the
M Moving away from home is a due to changing circumstances, best thing to do. After all, it
big step and one most of us so factor in some flexibility - could be fun, you never know
make when we go off to college think about taking turns for who you might meet. It's just as
or university. The chances are having a week off, for example. well to meet up with your new
you'll find yourself sharing a flatmates before you sign
house or a flat. We've invited M What are other common anything though. Think about
Dr. Victoria Millington into the problems? going out with them for the
studio to discuss problems with evening. Or at least chat to
sharing accommodation and F Space is another serious them while you're looking
strategies for anticipating and matter. In order to get on well around the place. Sometimes
dealing with them. with your flatmates, communal fate throws you together with
space is important. Just think people and you get on
F Sharing a house or a flat can about it. Living in a flat with no famously. However, it can be a
be daunting, but it can be fun, meeting place other than a shock when you have to live
too. One of the most rewarding small kitchen, say, will mean with people who you have
things about living in a shared that you'll never get friendlier nothing in common with or who
household is the social side. than just saying hello politely do things that you consider to
There's always someone to talk and exchanging a few words. be anti-social or odd. If you
to; you never have to be alone It's a bit sad when everyone have a choice, try to choose
unless you wish to be. Among goes back to their own room. people to live with whose
the best times you'll have living So when you're choosing behavibur you think you can
with others is when you share somewhere to live, think about bear. If you don't like people
with friends. Also, it's very whether or not you want to be playing heavy rock or acid
handy to share if you want to sociable. Your own space is house music all day and night,
move out of home, but can't important too. In the beginning, don't live with them. If you think
afford your own flat. And as if you're finding it tough to live it's fine to leave dirty socks out
long as the basic rules and with other people, your own in the sitting room, then make
routines are clear, it's much space is a haven. It's sure that you choose people
more interesting than living on somewhere where you can who are similarly untidy. Being
your own. relax. In your own room, you considerate is one of the
can calm down if you're feeling fundamentals to living with
M What's the most common rather 'frazzled', which will other people, but it helps if you
problem people face when make you better company for have a similar outlook and
sharing? when you meet up with your attitude to life. It's no good if
flatmates. It also means that just one of you likes partying all
F One of the most contentious you're not always getting under night. Much better that you all
areas when living in a shared each other's feet. do. If you're all into hiking or
household has got to be cycling, you'll understand better
cleanliness, or lack thereof. M And what kind of people is it that equipment left all over the
Some people are, frankly lazy. best to live with? hall is a fact of life.
At the other end of the scale,
some flatmates hover over you F Once you've made friends and That is the end of part 4.
while you're eating your dinner have been living with them for a
and when you pause at the end while, you’ll come to realise that
of your meal, they demand you group dynamics are important.
wash up your plate There are two options as
immediately. There are several regards living arrangements: TEST 8
approaches to this problem and you can live with friends or you
you and your flatmates will can live with strangers. Some Now open your question paper
have to decide which is the people couldn't share a place and look at Part 1.
best approach for you. Maybe with someone they don't know.
the best and most obvious idea For one thing, you can be more You’ll hear people talking in eight
is to make a rota. Some people accommodating to people you different situations. For questions
find this restrictive, but it's a fair already know and like. For 1-8, choose the best answer, A, В
system and if you work it out another, you might not know or C.
well beforehand, it can really how much you can trust them.
pay off. It's up to you how you However, moving in with friends One. You hear someone talking
arrange it: you could make sure comes with a warning. What if about something he has given up.
each person takes responsibility you fall out over the washing What has he given up?
for one room or alternate all the up? Realising that you could
jobs that need to be done. easily destroy a great friendship A coffee
However, it is essential that as housemates, and preparing
everyone sticks to the plan, for that, is one step towards В sweets
otherwise half of you will feel harmony. But you might not
resentful and the others will feel want to risk the cost of a С a hobby
 I wouldn't say I lead a particularly Four. You hear two people A 4.40
unhealthy lifestyle, but on the other discussing a restaurant. What do
hand I wouldn't say it's particularly they agree on? В 4.20
healthy either. I've never really eaten
enough fresh fruit or vegetables, but A It's expensive. С 3.50
then I've never really had much of a
sweet tooth either so I've never В The service isn't good. The delayed 15.13 service to
found it particularly hard to avoid Rocheston will now arrive at platform
chocolate or candy. I play tennis С The food isn't very good. 4b, 20 minutes later than scheduled,
almost every week and I can't see departing at the later than advertised
myself stopping for any reason. It's м Really? I thought it was time of ten to four.
just that I think I was drinking too delicious... a real culinary On behalf of RailTime UK we'd like to
much of it and I've heard it can be experience. take this opportunity to apologise for
bad for your liver as well as staining any inconvenience this may have
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then! I thought it was very
REPEAT disappointing - especially at REPEAT
their prices.
Two. You hear a woman talking Seven. You hear two people
about a place she went to. Why M Well, it's certainly not cheap... discussing their new language
did she visit it? but every so often you have to class. How do they feel about it?
splash out... push the boat out.
A to meet a friend I certainly couldn't afford to eat A The teachier is boring.
there every week.
В for work В It is too difficult.
F You can say that again! I
С to go shopping couldn't believe the bill when it С They like the teacher.
arrived. And the waiters were
Well, Joan who I went to school with, so snooty. You'd think it was too F Yes, I agree... She's much
was always raving about it - she much trouble just to bring me a better than Riccardo.
lived there for a couple of years after clean spoon.
university. So, when I heard the M Well that wouldn't be hard... all
annual company general meeting M Are you sure we went to the he did was drone on and on
was going to be there, I couldn't wait. same place? They couldn't do about grammar points... I
Not that we got much free time to go enough for us when we went. thought I'd fall asleep
sightseeing or anything. I'd really sometimes.
wanted to hit the shops; Joan said REPEAT
they were great with all sorts of F Ha! Me too! But I suppose it
bargains. But in the end the only Five. You hear a weather forecast must be difficult to make some
thing I managed to buy was a T-shirt on the radio. What will the weather of that material interesting.
at the airport. be like on Sunday?
M Sure! But Ana seems to be able
REPEAT A cloudy to do it. I really enjoyed that
activity we did using the old
Three. You hear somebody talking В sunny paintings.
about a song. What does the
person think about the song? С rainy F Yeah! Come on, we'd better get
back... the break is nearly over.
A He prefers the original. The weekend will start out chilly and
overcast for much of the region but REPEAT
В He prefers the current version. by Saturday lunchtime the clouds
should give way and temperatures Eight. You hear somebody talking
С He likes the film it comes will begin to rise, leaving us with a about a dress. What does she say
from. lovely bright weekend... and the about it?
good weather should stay with us
I'd say it's quite a rare thing. Cover until the middle of the week. From A It's fashionable.
versions are usually awful. So, I was Wednesday, pressure moving in from
a bit sceptical at first, but I have to the west will see a drop in В It doesn't fit her.
admit they've done a great job and I'd temperatures from mid-afternoon
rather listen to this new interpretation. bringing with it the threat of wintery С She wears it regularly.
It's like films and film sequels... every showers.
so often a sequel comes along that I'm always thinking... when will I get
outshines the original... like REPEAT to put it on, but there's not much
SeaChase 2 is a much better movie chance of it these days... it's not as if
than the first one. I love it. Six. You hear an announcement at we go to fancy places all that often...
a train station. What time will the especially with the kids being the age
REPEAT train leave? they are. I think I was just so thrilled

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that I could still get into it after 20 much of the liquid whey as possible, helps the artists themselves rather
years. I dug it out of the attic when I then place a sterilised cloth over a than hindering them... the people that
saw that style had made a stainless steel bucket or large basin use this website and listen to new
comeback. Every stylish young lady and pour in the curds. Make the cloth music on it are far more likely to fork
is wearing them these days. Though into a bundle by winding one corner out for concert tickets or T-shirts or
of course I'm not sure if I count as a around the other three. Place the whatever. I don't think it's the artists
young lady any more. bundle on a tray which is tilted at an themselves who are complaining,
angle to let the whey drain away. more their record companies who are
That’s the end of Part 1. Now turn Leave for about 15 minutes. Untie afraid sooner or later the artists and
to Part 2. the bundle and the curds will be seen the public are just going to cut out
to have formed into a mass. Cut this the middleman.
into four slices and place one on top
CD 3 - TRACK 9 of the other then cover with the cloth. Speaker 2
After about fifteen minutes place the
You will hear a lecture about outer slices of the curd on the inside I can see why so many artists are
cheese-making. For questions 9-18 of the stack, and vice versa. Repeat against it... I mean... it's their job
complete the sentences. this process several times. Sprinkle after all... how they make a living.
10g salt onto the milled curds, rolling People shouldn't be allowed to just
Cheddar cheese is one of the great them gently without breaking them help themselves whenever they like.
cheeses of the world. It is usually further. You then need to press the It doesn't matter how much money
made with cow’s milk, but I frequently cheese. Pressing cheese is they have now, how many cars or
make it from goat’s milk. Goat’s and essentially a process of compacting how many houses. People just
ewe’s milk both produce a slightly the curds while extracting the liquid wouldn't drive off in some pop
softer curd than cow’s milk, and they whey. For the first hour, apply a light singer's car, or walk into one of their
require slightly reduced pressure so that the fats are not lost houses and help themselves to a
temperatures. The curds from these with the whey then increase it to the chair or a lamp, would they? I
milks also need slightly less maximum and leave until the stopped using it really when I saw
pressing. Sterilise all the equipment following day. Remove the cheese one of my favourite singers talking
in hot water and ensure that the from the press and cloth, and dip it in about it on TV and he said he was
room is not subject to cold draughts. hot water for one minute in order to thinking of retiring... it wasn't worth it
Give yourself plenty of time, without consolidate and smooth the surface. any more... he'd be better off
the possibility of interruptions. To Place it in a protected area and leave opening a cafe he said.
makes approximately half a kilo of it to dry for a day or two until a rind
Cheddar you will need 5 litres of full begins to form. Once the rind has Speaker 3
cream milk, 5ml of liquid starter, 3ml formed, the cheese can be sealed to
of rennet and 10g of salt. Pasteurise prevent it becoming unduly If I use the website and listen to
the milk to destroy unwanted desiccated while it is maturing. The something from it, I can't see how
bacteria. Cool to 21 degrees. Stir in last stage is often the all-important that could be considered theft. I'm
the starter and leave the milk, one. A cheese, which is tasteless not depriving anybody of anything.
covered in a warm place for about an and bland when freshly made, is full Whoever owns - if that's the right
hour so that it can acidify. Don’t of flavour and body after being left word - the music he or she still has
leave it for much longer than this long enough. Leave to mature in a it. I haven't taken it away from him or
otherwise the cheese may be too dry cool, dry place. her and, to be honest, I'd be far
and crumbly. Increase the more likely to go out and buy
temperature to 28 degrees for goat’s That’s the end of Part 2. Now turn something if I hear it and enjoy it -
or ewe’s milk, or to 30 for cow’s milk. to Part 3. which I generally do - more often
Mix the rennet with two teaspoonfuls than not in fact - especially with my
of previously boiled and cooled water favourite artists. And it's a great way
and then stir it in. Give it another stir CD 3 - TRACK 10 to discover new favourites.
5 minutes later to stop the cream
collecting at the top. Cover the You will hear five different people Speaker 4
container and then leave the milk to talking about an internet website.
set in a warm place. The curd is For questions 19-23 choose from My nephew was telling me all about
normally ready when it is firm to the the list A-F to say what each it. I'm not sure if he was in favour of
touch. The curd is cut in order to person feels about it. Use the it or not. He sort of lost me halfway
release the liquid whey. Cut down letters only once. There is one through to be honest. But from what I
into the curd, from top to bottom one extra letter which you do not need gather - and you can laugh at me - I
way then cut it at right angles to form to use. am a former history teacher after all
square columns. Stir gently with the - far reaching changes often occur in
hand for a couple of minutes. Speaker 1 the commercial world. Look at a
Gradually increase the temperature couple of hundred years ago - only
over the next 30-40 minutes. The If you ask me, if something is in the local nobility had the right to own
curds then gradually sink to the unlimited supply then it can't be an oven and everybody had to pay to
bottom and collect at a central point. stolen. These music companies will use it - and at that time, that was
Turn off the heat and leave the pan just have to adapt their business considered perfectly natural. Still...
until all movement has ceased in the model... move with the times. In fact what do I know? I wouldn't even
liquid. Using a spoon take out as in the long run I would say that it know how to go about using it.

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 Speaker 5 older... but when I was younger so if anybody is listening... take
it would really get me down... heed... I need to hear someone
I'm dead against it. It's not so much and ironically, when I was say something nice about my
the artists themselves or the record depressed, I'd just eat more last album... the newspapers
companies I'm concerned about, it's and it became a vicious circle certainly didn't give it any
the retailers. There used to be a really. But these days I'm happy positive reviews...
great little record store on the High with myself really. If you do
Street. I'd spend hours just rifling some sport or exercise three or F And finally... as I said, you've
through the old albums and 45s four times a week, you don't been in the industry for nearly
there... I'd been going there ever find yourself putting on the 20 years. Are you ever going to
since I was 17 or 18. But it shut weight. stop?
down about 6 months ago. What's
happened to the guy who owned it or F How do you keep in shape M Well, I must say, I realise that I
the three others who worked there? I then? can't go on forever. Touring and
can only think it's websites like this recording certainly take it out of
that are to blame... and it's a shame M Nothing too strenuous. I tend to you. I guess I'll have to think
really. get up very early in the morning about retiring from that side of
and do a few kilometres on an things sooner or later, probably
That’s the end of Part 3. Now turn exercise machine called a cross in about 5 years or so. I don't
to Part 4. trainer. The early mornings are think I'll ever completely stop
when I'm at my best and I'm full working. For instance, I've had
of get up and go and if I get on a project on the back burner for
CD 3 - TRACK 11 the cross trainer for about 45 about ten years now. I've been
minutes, I can burn up quite a writing a musical. But to be
You will hear an interview with a lot of calories. I suppose my honest I think, it's just a bit of a
rock singer, Michael Michaels. For regime is rather different pipe dream, I can't see it ever
questions 24-30, choose the best depending on whether I'm at really being staged. But you
answer A, В or C. home or on tour. If I'm on tour I never know.
hardly get a chance to eat a lot,
F So, what sort of things do you but if I'm at home or the studio That is the end of part 4.
enjoy doing if you're not on the there's always the temptation of
road or in the studio? the fridge... but as I say, if you
do enough exercise during the
M When I'm not working I like day, you can forgive yourself
doing the things that everybody the occasional indiscretion.
else does. I like pottering
around in the garden, cooking F You've been a well-known
up a storm in the kitchen, going figure in the public eye for
out to the shops. When I'm at almost a generation now. Has
my holiday home in Palma de success changed you? Do you
Mallorca, I like nothing better even remember what it's like to
than getting up really early and be a normal person?
nipping down to the local
bakery just as it's opening and M I don't think I need to remember
buying some of their fresh being a normal person; it's what
pastries and then wandering I'd consider myself to be now. It
around the local craft fair and doesn't matter how many
picking up the odd piece. people know who you are or
how many people buy your
F I've heard you're quite a albums or go to your concerts...
gourmet, Michael, is that true? you still have to do the same
things everybody else does...
M I don't know if I would call you have to put your legs into
myself a gourmet exactly, but I your trousers one after the
love my food. Unfortunately I'm other like anybody else. You still
one of those people who has to have to go down the shops to
be careful about what they buy a pint of milk or a loaf of
eat... I just have to smell bread, just like anybody else. If
biscuits and I've put on half a I'm down the supermarket and
kilo. If you see pictures of me somebody recognizes me, 99
throughout the twenty years I've times out of a hundred they're
been in the business, you'll see really nice, pleasant and
there's been quite a few polite... they just ask for an
occasions when I've been more autograph or tell me they love
than a little overweight. I don't my albums... usually my earlier
worry so much about it now; ones though; nobody has told
you don't when you get a little me they like my new one yet....

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