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Understanding Sleep Patterns and Circadian Rhythms

The document consists of listening and grammar exercises for students, focusing on topics like sleep patterns, 5G technology, and drama classes. It includes fill-in-the-blank questions, true/false statements, and multiple-choice questions to assess comprehension and vocabulary. Additionally, there are sections for identifying mistakes in a passage and reading comprehension related to school effectiveness and stress management.
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SECTION A.

LISTENING (50 points)


Part 1. You are going to hear a talk about A.I. As you listen, fill in the missing information. For
questions 1-15, write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS in the spaces provided. You will listen
twice. Write your answers in the boxes provided.
Early birds or night owl
Here we see an early bird and (1) …………… in their natural habitats. The early bird rises with the sun, springing
out of bed abuzz with energy. As the day goes on, they slowly get more and more exhausted until finally crashing
around sunset. Meanwhile, the night owl rises long after the sun, stumbling groggily (2) ……………… After
about 30 minutes— or a cup of coffee— they begin to come to life. But they don’t really hit their stride until later
in the day, at which point they comfortably coast past sunset, only heading to bed in the early hours of the
morning. For many, this is a familiar story, and one that’s easy (3) …………… yourself in. But how many
people are truly night owls or early birds? And are our natural sleep schedules predetermined at birth, or can we
change them?

The truth is there’s a lot of space between (4) …………, and most people fall somewhere in the middle. These
behaviors are determined by our circadian system— which is (5) …………… by a pair of nerve cell
clusters located in the anterior hypothalamus. These nerve cells respond to light exposure coming in through your
eyes to track the day-night cycle that dictates your body’s (6) ………………, or circadian rhythm. That steady
rhythm helps determine the body’s flow of hormones, with the broader circadian system acting like (7)
……………… that keeps your organs functioning in time with one another. And a major part of that performance
is managing the body’s transitions between being awake and being asleep.

Now, (8) ……………… can't just decide its bedtime and knock you out. However, by tracking how much light
you typically get and when in your waking hours you usually get it, the system can make predictions about when
you’re likely to need sleep and prepare your body accordingly. For example, if you (9) ……………… go to
sleep around 10 pm, your circadian system will start producing sleep-inducing melatonin around two hours before
then to tell your body it’s time for bed.
So if this rhythm is molded by (10) ………………, can we change it just by sticking to a strict schedule? To a
degree. Everyone’s bodies are unique, so even two people with the same sleep schedule might have different
experiences based on their circadian system’s hormonal quirks. For example, where early birds generally flood
with cortisol just before waking up, night owls often have their cortisol peak roughly 30 minutes after getting
up. Hormonal differences like these determine how you experience your (11) …………. And while these factors
can shift with age, you’re unlikely to grow out of your body’s preferred sleep schedule.
That said, you can cultivate habits to help or hinder your circadian rhythm. Keeping consistent sleeping hours helps
your body accurately predict when to send out hormones, making it easier to stick to your schedule. Conversely,
research in sleep deprived college students has found their (12) ……………… sleeping habits weaken their
entire circadian system. Compromised circadian rhythms are less effective at coordinating organ functioning and
can incur health risks like metabolic disorders and (13) ………………. But perhaps just as important as sleep
hygiene is light hygiene. Getting sufficient contrast between bright daylight and dimmer nighttime light is essential
for synchronizing your circadian rhythm, and nothing establishes this contrast better than sunlight. Even on (14)
…………… days, sunlight is much brighter than standard indoor lighting. So if you're typically awake during the
day, try getting outside as soon as possible to teach your body when to be active and alert.

It’s difficult to maintain a sleep schedule that pushes against your body’s preferences. And even if you succeed for
months, it only takes (15) ……………… to send your circadian system back to baseline. But whether you’re an
early bird, night owl, or somewhere in between, it’s important to remember that as long as you’re
consistent, there’s no wrong time to wake up or go to sleep. What matters most is getting enough rest for the day
ahead.
Your answers:
1. 2. 3.
4. 5. 6.
7. 8. 9.
10. 11. 12.
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13. 14. 15.

Part 2. For questions 16-20, listen to an explanation about 5G and decide these 15. statements are TRUE (T) or
FALSE (F). Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided.
16. 5G is a defined network which can replace cables completely by operating on the cloud only.
17. With the help of 5G, the Internet of Things is likely to grow threefold by 2025.
18. Until 2025, the majority of people will start to use 5G, which will have surpassed 3G and 4G by then.
19. In the UK, 3G and 4G networks were quite cheap because they could be operated on the country’s radio
spectrum.
20. It is predicted that by 2025 almost a quarter of all mobile connections in the U.S.

Your answers:
16. 17. 18. 19. 20.

Part 3:
You will hear part of a radio interview in which Harry and Jennifer, two members of an after-work adult
drama class, are asked about their reasons for attending the class. For questions 15-20, choose the answer
(А, В, C or D) which fits best according to what you hear.
15 How does Jennifer feel about working with strangers in the class?
A resigned to the need for it B doubtful about the value of it
C relaxed in her attitude towards it D excited at the thought of it
16 According to Harry, the improvisation sessions
A require some careful preparation B enable him to use his imagination
C allow him to show his acting talent D encourage him to relate to the group
17 What does Jennifer say about improvisation?
A It is important not to make a mistake B It is necessary to be aware of the timing
C You should be familiar with the character you invent D You need to be completely involved in the activity
18 In Jennifer’s opinion, playing written parts will
A be less challenging than improvisation B include research into previous performances
C involve guidance from an expert D lead to competition for parts
19 Jennifer says that the drama classes have taught her how to
A improve her interaction with people B manage groups of people
C develop her natural acting skills D be satisfied with minor achievements
20 Harry was annoyed because the newcomer to the group
A interrupted the class by arriving late B was reluctant to participate
C seemed unaware of the mood of the group D wasted the tea break with pointless questions
Your answers:
21. 22. 23. 24. 25.

SECTION B. LEXICO – GRAMMAR (20 points)

Part 1. For questions 1-12, choose the best answer to complete each of the following sentences.
Write A, B, C or D in the corresponding numbered boxes.
1. The discovery of a______cancer-causing chemical in foods like crisps, chips and cereals caused
shockwaves around the world when it hit the headlines earlier this year.
A. potentially B. completely C. constantly D. radically
2. I am fully prepared for my interview and I am confident that I can answer any questions they may care
to______me.
A. throw at B. drop on C. slide to D. roll to
3. Mr. Minh, the school principal, proposed that Nam_______a scholarship for his best efforts.
A. was awarded B. be awarded C. can be awarded D. will be awarded
4. We stood outside the church, hoping to catch _______of the bride.
A. glance B. view C. vision D. sight
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5. You_______that man our confidential document. He’s not trustworthy at all.
A. must not have given B. should not have given
C. might not have given D. could not have given
6. The environmentalist explained how_______for developing countries to reduce levels of greenhouse
gases.
A. much harder it would be B. much it would be harder
C. harder it would be D. harder it will be
7. Several measures have been taken ________increasing the company’s profits.
A. with a view to B. on account of C. by means of D. in terms of
8. The employees are________a rally in the city centre to demand higher wages.
A. making B. performing C. staging D. presenting
9. The spectacularly beautiful and sultry voice of Lena Horne made her _______.
A. being a nationally celebrated vocalist B. a vocalist was nationally celebrated
C. as nationally celebrated vocalist D. a nationally celebrated vocalist
Choose the best answer A, B, C, or D to indicate the word CLOSEST in meaning to the underlined
word(s) in the following question.
10. Scientists have achieved findings substantial enough to remove our fear of GM foods.
A. controversial B. abundant C. conducive D. convincing
Choose the best answer A, B, C, or D to indicate the words OPPOSITE in meaning to the
underlined words in the following question.
11. The information you have got is actually off the record, so be careful if you intend to use it for
publication.
A. confidential B. important C. official D. private
Choose the best answer A, B, C, or D to indicate the sentence that best completes the following
exchange.
12. Mr. Black is talking to a salegirl in the shop.
- Mr. Black: “I’d like to try on these shoes, please.” - Salesgirl: “______”
A. That’s right. B. By all means, sir. C. Don’t mention it. D. I’d love to.
Your answers:
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12.
Part 2. Read the passage below, which contains 8 mistakes. For questions 13-20, identify the
mistakes and write the corrections in the corresponding numbered boxes.
Line
1 When a celebrity, a politics or other person in the media spotlight loses their temper in
2 public, they run the risk of hitting the headings in a most embarrassing way. For such
3 uncontrolling outbursts of anger are often triggered by what seem to be trivial matters and, if they
4 are caught on camera, can make the person appear slightly ridiculousness. But it’s not only the
5 rich and famous who is prone to fits of rage. According to recent surveys, ordinary people are
6 increasingly tending to lose their cool in public. Although anger is a potentially destructive
7 emotion that uses up a lot of energy and creates a high level of emotional and physical stress - and
8 it stops us thinking rational. Consequently angry people often end up saying, and doing things they
9 later have cause to regret. So, how can anger be avoided? Firstly, diet and lifestyle may be to
10 blame. Tolerance and irritability certainly come to the surface when someone hasn’t slept properly
11 or has skipped a meal, and any intake of caffeine can make things worst. Take regular exercise can
12 help to ease and diffuse feelings of aggression, however, reducing the chances of an angry
13 response. But if something or someone does make you angry, it’s advisable not to react
14 immediately. Once you’ve calmed down, things won’t look half as badly as you first thought.
0. line 1: politics à politician

Your answers:
Line Mistake Correction Line Mistake Correction
13 17.
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.
14 18.
.
15 19.
.
16 20.
.

SECTION C. READING (70 points)

Part 1. For questions 1-10, read the passage and choose the best answer. Write your answers A, B, C or D in
the corresponding numbered boxes.

What makes an outstanding school?


You may think that’s easy to answer: surely a good school is one which (1) ______ good exam results. After all,
it is these results which will (2) ______ students to get into good universities. (3) ______, schools are about much
more than exams. They are about education for all, from the most academic to the least. A good school has three
crucial ingredients: good (4) ______ from the head, dedicated teachers with high (5) ______ for all students, and
students who want to be there and are willing to (6) ______ rules and respect one another. It isn’t easy to turn
around a failing school, but research has shown that a strong and (7) ______ leader is often the key to success. A
good head or principal of a school will motivate teachers and students alike, will not tolerate bullying or bad
behaviour and will (8) ______ the respect of all. He or she will make sure teachers are encouraged and assisted in
their work, and that they receive the training they need to do their job (9) ______ once this is in place, teachers are
happier and more fulfilled and students reap the benefits. Some will go on to get brilliant academic results, (10)
_______ may not do so well in their exams, but provided they have reached their potential and they have passed
with acceptable grades, the school will not have failed them.
1. A. conveys B. delivers C. brings D. gives
2. A. let B. accept C. admit D. enable
3. A. However B. Therefore C. In addition D. For instance
4. A. leadership B. control C. running D. executive
5. A. expectations B. ideals C. opportunities D. potentials
6. A. accept B. understand C. grasp D. follow
7. A. inspirational B. moving C. promising D. uplifting
8. A. control B. order C. command D. direct
9. A. actually B. effectively C. accurately D. convincingly
10.A. other B. others C. another D. the other
Your answers:
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
Part 2. For questions 11-20, fill in the gap with ONE most suitable word. Write the answers in the
corresponding numbered boxes.
How can I cope better with stress?
Recent research found that having higher levels of self-esteem, a more positive way of explaining why things
happen, and avoiding perfectionist thinking were strongly 11._________ to bouncing back when things go wrong.
To begin with, according to Dr Judith Johnson self-esteem was shown to be 1 2. __________ in two thirds of the
studies in mediating the link between failure and distress. All we need to do is write a list of our positive qualities
and examples of when we have 13. _______them.
Secondly, how we explain things also 14.______. If we can brush off a disappointment by 15.____________ it to
external factors, then we have the equivalent of emotional armour.
Finally, if we have perfectionist tendencies, lower them. Perfectionists hold rigid standards that don’t bend in the
stormy 16. _________of life. Johnson says we need to set more realistic 17. ___________.
She also advises self-awareness and noticing when we are stressed. If you feel stuck, do something that
18._________ you up. You need to plan these things into a schedule – doing them will chip away at your negative
19. ________, even if you do enjoy them a bit less than usual. Other research shows that the 20. __________ of
friends or family also helps emotional resilience, as does being physically active
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Your answers:

11. 12. 13. 14. 15.


16. 17. 18. 19. 20.

Part 3. You are going to read a magazine article about work and holidays. For questions 21-28, choose the
answer (A, B, C or D) which you think fits best according to the text. Write your answers in the
corresponding numbered boxes provided.
You take it for granted that you are a unique person, different from everybody else on Earth, and you understand
that everybody else is also unique. Identical twins are fascinating because they challenge this notion: they are
unique people, of course, but they're also unnervingly similar to each other - and not only in terms of appearance.
They often share opinions, mannerisms and personality traits.

Identical twins are rare, occurring in about three out of every 1,000 births. They seem to occur at random,
regardless of the age or ethnic background of the mother (unlike non-identical twins which are, for example, far
more common among Africans than Asians). Although there may be tiny differences in physical appearances
between two identical twins, which allow family and close friends to tell them apart, they do have exactly the same
DNA. This is because they develop from a single egg which divides in two during the very early stages of
pregnancy.

For scientists, the non-physical similarities between identical twins are the most interesting: are they the result of
growing up together in the same home, or are they the result of their identical DNA? By studying identical twins
who have not grown up together, researchers can see which similarities remain and which disappear. In other
words, they can learn which aspects of a person's identity are determined by genes and which are influenced by the
environment. The Minnesota Twin Study is probably the best-known twin study to date. The study provides
information about how our environment and genes work together to influence everything from attitudes, talents and
abilities, to job selection, to falling in love, to aging and health.

Identical twins Jim Lewis and Jim Springer were only four weeks old when they were separated; each infant was
taken in by a different adoptive family. At age five, Lewis learned that he had a twin, but he said that the idea never
truly 'soaked in' until he was 38 years old. Springer learned of his twin at age eight, but both he and his adoptive
parents believed the brother had died. The two Jims were finally reunited at age 39.

The similarities the twins shared not only amazed one another, but also amazed researchers at the University of
Minnesota. The very fact that both twins were given the same name was a big coincidence. But there's more.
• As youngsters, each Jim had a dog named 'Toy'.
• Each Jim had been married twice - the first wives were both called Linda and the second wives were
both called Betty.
• One Jim had named his son James Allan and the other Jim had named his son James Alan.
• Each twin had driven his light-blue Chevrolet to the same beach in Florida for family vacations.
• Both Jims had at one time held part-time posts as sheriffs.
• Both were fingernail biters and suffered from migraine headaches.

While not as eerily similar as the Jim twins, many more instances of strange likenesses can be found among twins
who were raised apart. For example, identical twins Tom Patterson and Steve Tazumi had very different
upbringings. Raised in a Christian family by two janitors in rural Kansas, Tom still managed to choose the same
career as his brother. Steve, who lives in Philadelphia, was raised in a Buddhist household. Both men own body-
building gyms.
It's obvious from these twins' stories that genetics are a major factor in shaping who we are. In fact, research so far
indicates that characteristics such as personality are mainly related to genes. This means that our character traits as
adults are largely determined before we are born and there is very little that we, or anybody else, can do to change
them.
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21. Identical twins look the same ______
A. but usually have very different characters. B. and are usually identical in character too.
C. and are often very similar in character too. D. but rarely think in the same way.
22. Unlike non-identical twins, identical twins are ______
A. more common among Asians than Africans. B. becoming more and more common.
C. more common among older mothers. D. equally common everywhere.
23. Scientists are particularly interested in identical twins who ______
A. have been raised by different families. B. are genetically exactly the same.
C. look and behave in very similar ways. D. are not alike in terms of personality.
24. While they were growing up, twins Jim Lewis and Jim Springer ______
A. were in regular contact.
B. knew about their twin, but had no contact.
C. did not know they had ever had a twin.
D. were prevented from seeing each other by their adoptive families.
25. When the two Jims met as adults, how did they react to the similarities between them?
A. They had always expected them.
B. They found them very amusing.
C. They did not realise how similar they were until the researchers told them.
D. They were very surprised.
26. As adults, the twins ______
A. both had only one child. B. both got married twice.
C. had pets with the same name. D. married women who were identical twins.
27. How do other cases of twins raised apart compare with the 'Jim twins'?
A. They are all just as surprising.
B. They are less surprising, but often show interesting coincidences.
C. Many of them are even more surprising.
D. Most of them show that other pairs of identical twins are not very similar.
28. According to the text, you might find it difficult to change your personality because ______
A. only other people can change it. B. it is determined mainly by how your parents treat you.
C. you can't control your surroundings. D. you get your personality from your parents.
Your answers:
21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28.

Part 4. Read the following passage and do the tasks that follow.
Television and Sport
when the medium becomes the stadium
A.
The connection between television and sports is generally perceived as unproblematic. Many view television as
merely a conduit for sports, enabling their playing, replaying, slow-motion analysis, and, naturally, convenient live
transmission to viewers worldwide. Frequently missed, however, is the way television networks have
fundamentally altered the very core of an industry they profess only to represent. Major television broadcasters
quickly capitalized on the lucrative potential of televised sports, and this has transformed every aspect, from the
manner in which sports are conducted to the demographics of their audience.
B.
Prior to television, for instance, experiencing live sporting events necessitated physical presence. For most fans,
unable to afford tickets to premier competitions or the travel necessary to attend them, the sole alternative was
attending local matches, typically involving less prominent teams and lower stakes. Consequently, vibrant social
networks and sporting communities flourished around the endeavors of teams in lower divisions. However, the
arrival of live television made high-profile matches suddenly attainable and accessible to countless new viewers.
This alteration in viewing habits drained support from local clubs, leading to the eventual collapse of many.

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C.
For those on the more prosperous side of this shift in viewing behaviour, however, the financial rewards are
substantial. Television assisted in derailing long-held concerns in many sports about whether athletes should
remain amateurs or ‘go pro’, and replaced this system with a new paradigm where nearly all athletes are free to
pursue stardom and to make money from their sporting prowess. For the last few decades, top-level sports men and
women have signed lucrative endorsement deals and sponsorship contracts, turning many into multi-millionaires
and also allowing them to focus full-time on what really drives them. That they can do all this without harming
their prospects at the Olympic Games and other major competitions is a significant benefit for these athletes.
D.
The effects of television extend further, however, and in many instances have led to changes in sporting codes
themselves. Prior to televised coverage of the Winter Olympics, for example, figure skating involved a component
in which skaters drew ‘figures’ in the ice, which were later evaluated for the precision of their shapes. This
component translated poorly to the small screen, as viewers found the whole procedure, including the judging of
minute scratches on ice, to be monotonous and dull. Ultimately, figures were scrapped in favour of a short
programme featuring more telegenic twists and jumps. Other sports are awash with similar regulatory shifts -
passing the ball back to the goalkeeper was banned in football after gameplay at the 1990 World Cup was deemed
overly defensive by television viewers.
E.
In addition to insinuating changes into sporting regulation, television also tends to favour some individual sports
over others. Some events, such as the Tour de France, appear to benefit: on television it can be viewed in its
entirety, whereas on-site enthusiasts will only witness a tiny part of the spectacle. Wrestling, perhaps due to an
image problem that repelled younger (and highly prized) television viewers, was scheduled for removal from the
2020 Olympic Games despite being a founding sport and a fixture of the Olympics since 708 BC. Only after a
fervent outcry from supporters was that decision overturned.
F.
Another change in the sporting landscape that television has triggered is the framing of sports not merely in terms
of the level of skill and athleticism involved, but as personal narratives of triumph, shame and redemption on the
part of individual competitors. This is made easier and more convincing through the power of close-up camera
shots, profiles and commentary shown during extended build-ups to live events. It also attracts television audiences
- particularly women - who may be less interested in the intricacies of the sport than they are in broader ‘human
interest’ stories. As a result, many viewers are now more familiar with the private agonies of famous athletes than
with their record scores or matchday tactics.
G.
And what about the effects of male television viewership? Certainly, men have always been willing to watch male
athletes at the top of their game, but female athletes participating in the same sports have typically attracted far less
interest and, as a result, have suffered greatly reduced exposure on television. Those sports where women can draw
the crowds - beach volleyball, for example - are often those where female participants are encouraged to dress and
behave in ways oriented specifically toward a male demographic.
H.
Does all this suggest the influence of television on sports has been overwhelmingly negative? The answer will
almost certainly depend on who among the various stakeholders is asked. For all those who have lost out-lower-
league teams, athletes whose sports lack a certain visual appeal - there are numerous others who have benefitted
enormously from the partnership between television and sports, and whose livelihoods now depend on it.
Questions 29-35
Reading Passage 4 has eight paragraphs, A–H.
Choose the correct heading for paragraphs A–H from the list of headings below.
Write the correct number, i–viii, in boxes 29–35 on your answer sheet.
List of Headings
I. Gender Disparity in Televised Sports
II. Greater Earning Potential in Sports
III. Varying Perspectives on Television's Role in Sports

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IV. Emphasis on Personal Stories in Sports
V. Television's Influence on Sports Regulations
VI. Detrimental Effects on Minor League Teams
VII. Improved Athletic Performance
VIII. The Link Between TV Appeal and Sports Popularity
29. Paragraph B
30. Paragraph C
31. Paragraph D
32. Paragraph E
33. Paragraph F
34. Paragraph G
35. Paragraph H
Questions 36–39
Do the following statements agree with the claims of the writer in Reading Passage 4?
In boxes 36–39 on your answer sheet, write
TRUE if the statement contradicts the claims of the writer
FALSE if the statement agrees with the claims of the writer
NOT GIVEN if it is impossible to say what the writer thinks about this
36. Television networks were slow to recognise opportunities to make money from televised sport.
37. The average sports fan travelled a long way to watch matches before live television broadcasts.
38. Television has reduced the significance of an athlete’s amateur status.
39. The best athletes are now more interested in financial success rather than sporting achievement.
Question 40
According to the passage, what is the writer’s purpose in writing this passage?
Choose the correct letter A, B, C or D
Write you answer in box 40.
A. To criticize the negative impact of television on sports and its stakeholders.
B. To explore the complex and multifaceted relationship between television and sports.
C. To argue that television has solely benefited the sports industry.
D. To analyze how television has led to changes in sports regulations and viewership.
Your answers:
29. 30. 31. 32. 33.
34. 35. 36. 37. 38.
39. 40.
Part 5: You are going to read some information about different books. For questions 41- 50, choose from the
books (A-F). Some of the books may be chosen more than once. When more than one answer is required, these
may be given in any order. Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided.
There is an example at the beginning (0).
Which book(s):
0. warns us against possible global destruction? - F
41. is good for arguing about?
42. includes information about people famous for their kindness?
43. suggests ways in which we can save our environment?
44. gives the history of changing species?
45. is about a great journey?
46. illustrates how our social behaviour has been formed?
47. describes acts of great kindness?
48. was written with the help of a top sportsman?
49. highlights how we are destroying the world?
50. has been based on studies of apes?

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BOOK REVIEW
A. The greatest by Daley Thompson, Steward Binns and Tom Lewis
This well-written and informative book may well spark off many discussions as to who the world's greatest sports
star is. It was compiled with the help of Daley Thompson, himself a prime athlete who holds four world records
and is a master of ten different sporting events. One feature of this book is Daley's choice of the highest-ranking
names since 1900. This includes photographs, biographical details and statistics, as well as many lesser-known
facts and even a points-rating system for making your own assessment. Whether you favour Daley himself, or one
of the countless others such as Bobby Moore or Lester Piggott, who are included in this informative book, it is a
highly entertaining and enlightening read.
B. Rare Beasts by Lawrence Alnderson
This beautifully illustrated book details the history of domesti- cated breeds of animals. When completely wild
animals roamed the earth, people began the process of selecting animals that they needed. Some were for food
while others (such as sheep and cattle) also provided clothes and shoes. As society developed and people began
moving between continents such as Europe and Asia, new breeds of animals evolved. At the beginning of this
century there were 230 breeds of cattle in western Europe alone. But by 1988, only thirty breeds of cattle were left
in large numbers, seventy were extinct, fifty-three endangered and the rest greatly reduced. This book celebrates
the survivors with photographs of them taken in an immaculate farmyard. Now all of us can enjoy these beautiful
animals.
C. Glooming, Gossip, and the evolution of language by Robin Bunbar
Psychology professor Robin Dunbar wrote this wonderfully original book, which illustrates the link between early
primate behaviour, such as hair-grooming, and one of our everyday social interactions - gossiping. Professor
Dunbar reinforces his theory with a mass of evidence from fields such as sociology and anatomy. One of Dunbar's
points is that primate brain size varies in proportion to the size of their social group and suggests that efficient
human social groups should number less than 150 people. All in all, this book offers a wealth of thought-
provoking, entertaining reading.
D. Man on the Moon by Andrew Chaikin
This fascinating book contains the most thorough examination of man's greatest adventure yet- the 1969 Apollo trip
to the moon. Chaikin spent years interviewing every surviving astronaut and many other important people who
were involved in the twelve-year programme to put a man on the moon. This book is a combination of biography
and adventure. The life of each astronaut is followed from childhood to the surface of the moon and beyond. The
author has attempted to discover how the experience of visiting another world has changed them. As gripping as
this book is, it lacks an analysis of what the Apollo mission was for or what legacy the mission left. As a story of
human achievement, though, it succeeds brilliantly.
E. The Evils That Man Do by Brian Masters
Brian Masters, the acclaimed author of serial killer Dennis Nilsen's biography, explores the origins of good and evil
in this excellent book. It makes quite depressing reading as he outlines some of man's most outrageously evil acts.
His description of the Holocaust is particularly graphic and the book in general must have been extremely difficult
to write. However, the last section is more uplifting, describing the lives of several of the world's acclaimed
"saints" such as Grand Duchess Ella of Russia and Audrey Hepburn. This change of theme may leave you with the
thought that people are still basically good at heart.
F. The Sixth Extinction by Rechard Leaky & Rogers Lewin
This work is based on fact and probability, regarding the future of the world as we know it. It clearly points out
how humans are carelessly wrecking the earth and how this continuing disregard could eventually lead to what the
authors call a sixth extinction.
Apparently there have already been five extinctions (the most recent being the disappearance of the dinosaurs) but,
in Leakey's opinion, a possible sixth extinction will be devastating. However, he does point out that this can be
prevented if we take more care of our environment. The clear explanations and interesting facts offered in this book
make it stand out against some of the more mundane environmental
offerings we have seen recently.

Your answers:
41. 42. 43. 44. 45.
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46. 47. 48. 49. 50.

SECTION D. WRITING (60 points)


Part 1. Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it is as similar as possible in meaning to the
sentence printed before it. Write the answers on your answer sheet. (5 points)
Question 71. Pat let me copy her homework and I wasn’t reprimanded.(quở trách) (đảo ngữ câu dk loại 3)
 Had Pet ___________________________________________________________________.
Question 72. Nobody expected her to lose, but she did. (ngược với mong muốn của mọi người)
Against ____________________________________________________________________.
Question 73. Both the doctors I consulted were confident of curing me. (Sử dụng MĐQH: of whom)
I consulted two______________________________________________________________.
Question 74. I thought about what had happened all those years before.(cast SO’mind back to: hồi tưởng)
→I cast ___________________________________________________ all those years before.
Question 75. You are allowed to play in my garden if you promise not to do anything wrong.
 So long ____________________________________________________________________.
So/As long as: miễn là
Part 2. Rewrite each of the following sentences in such a way that it is as similar as possible in meaning to the
sentence printed before it using the word given. Do not change the form of the given word. Write the answers
on your answer sheet. (5 points)
Question 76. Organic vegetables are said to be very healthy ( WONDERS) do wonder:có hiệu quả
 Organic______________________________________________________________.
Question 77. It's not certain that Jones will get the job. (QUESTION) open to question = uncertain
 It is__________________________________________________________________.
Question 78. There was loud applause as he left the stage. (ACCOMPANIMENT)
 _He _________________________________________________________________.
Question 79. If things go wrong, Jame, do not panic ( HEAD) lose SO’s head = panic: hoảng sợ
If __________________________________________________________________.
Question 80. The building had been extensively repaired and looked as good as new. (UNDERGONE)
The building ______________________________________and looked as good as new.
Undergo ST: trải qua cái gì
Part 2: You should spend 20 minutes on this task:
Your classmate achieve the highest schore in the test due to his cheat/ You have complained to you teacher about
it.
Write a letter to the teacher. In your letter:
- describe what problem with your friend.
- say why you complained
- explain what you want your teacher to do
Write at least 150 words.

Part 3. Essay writing Write an essay about 350 words on the following topic. (20 points)
English should be a core subject in high school like Maths, Literature.
Discuss both views and state your own opinion.
DO yo agree or disagree with this statement? Discuss this statement and give your opinion.

______THE END______

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