ang this far’ on getting # Miristerul Educatiei Nationale congrats Good ‘Gack! Inspectoratul Scolar al Municipiutui Bucuresti OLIMPIADA DE LIMBA ENGLEZA - 2017-2018, Etapa pe Municipiu, clase a Vll-a-V1 ‘Subject I (25 points): A. (10 points) Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct verb forms. Write your answers on the Answer Sheet. |Loften wonder how my life (1). (be) different if on that particular day | (2), (walk) in another direction. | @). (ustileave) a shop and (4) (turn) right when 1 suddenly (5} (ee) her, my childhood friend, Francesca. I was surprised - she looked so beautifull Francesca (6) (say) Some shy words of greeting and as the sun (7) (shine) ,we decided to walk for a while. You can imagine our conversation: ‘What (8), (you/do) all these years?’ (9) (youllive) here now?" and we went on and on like that, Before we parted I promised | (10). (phone) her and did. And guess what? We finally got married Itis amazing how our lives depend on the most minute details. B. (10 points) Read the text and fill in the gaps with the appropriate word A, B, C or D. Write your answer on the Answer Sheet. ‘A first time for everybody Joe stepped onto the airplane and was met by one of the cabin crew who showed him to his seat. This was his first fight and he was feeling quite nervous. His hands were 1) slightly and he was breathing deeply. He walked along the 2). of the plane and found his seat. Joe had spent 2 Tot of time planning his holiday given the fact that this was the first time he had been abroad. Sitting next to him was an 8 year-old-boy who also 3). to be quite nervous, Joe knew he was quite good with children, so he decided to try to calm the boy. After 4) with the boy for a few minutes, Joe produced some chocolate and gave it to him. The 5) then became quite cheerful as he explained that he loved chocolate 6), much, The man and the boy found that they 7), well together as they chatted for the whole flight. Joe discovered that they were on the same return fight the following week, 8) pleased them both. When they 9) at the terminal, Joe ‘commented about what a very good flight he'¢ had, The young boy agreed, saying that he was looking forward to 10), Joe again on the return fight. (4. TA moving B_ trembling [jumping D- rattling [2TA corridor B.path C lane [Deaisie — 3._[A was B. appeared C. sat D. showed 4. | A. conversing B. discussing C. debating D. negotiating [A young B._youths C juvenile D. youngster 6A almost B_ also C80 D_not 7 A-goton_ B_were C. gotto D. got so, ] (eT that B_which C. because Dias 9. [A disembarked B. took off Cleft |D. boarded 70. [A bumping into . caiching up with | C. getting on with | D. keeping up with C. (5 points) Read the sentences below and use the words given in capitals to form words that fit in the gaps. 41) The Sultan spent over fifty million dollars making the capital city’s main hotel the most in the country. LUXURY 2) Lthink Twas sacked and have decided to take the company to court, FAIR 2) The whole dispute began after a small ‘over the money needed to finance the new company, AGREE 4) Margaret ‘quickly and got into the warm bath, DRESS 5) The man ook all his and left the room in a hurry, BELONG Subject Il. (25 points) Read the text and choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D) to the questions. Write your answers on the Answer Sheet. A Special Dance Andalusia, a region of Spain, is a must-see for anyone planning to visit the country. This part of Spain; which lies in the southern part of the country, includes the city of Seville, Granada and Malaga. It has a rich cultufajheritage with influences Olimpiada de limba englezé 2017-2018, etapa pe Municipiu, a Clasa a Vila, v4Ministerul Educatiei Nationale Inspectoratul Scolar al Municipiului Bucuresti OLIMPIADA DE LIMBA ENGLEZA - 2017-2018, Etapa pe Municip, clasa a Vil-a-V1 from northem Africa, The beautiful architecture and the delicious cuisine are sure to delight you. However, there is one experience that visitors shouldn't miss: watching a flamenco performance Flamenco is @ musical form that started in Andalusia in the late 1700s. While its exact origins remain unclear, the musical style has a mixture of influences from Moorish, Andalusian, and gypsy music. This form of music represents the diversity of cultures that give Andalusia its modern identity Perhaps the thing that makes flamenco so enchanting lies in its simplicity. It only takes two or three people to make this beautiful music and there are three main sounds that characterise it: guitar, voice and clapping hands. Flamenco singers are famous for their deep and strong voices that are full of emotion. At times, the singer also dances with graceful arm movements and stomping feet. Today, there are over twenty different types of famenco. Some include more than one guitarist and some have many dancers who whirl around onstage in long ruffled dresses and high heels. There is also 2 great variety of places to take in a performance, from large venues where you can have dinner and a show to tiny neighbourhood hangouts hidden in narrow alleys. Regardless of the type of flamenco you see or where you decide to watch it, you are sure to be charmed by this mysterious powerful art. [1 Andalus 4. Flamenco singers ] ‘Aa country near Spain, A usualy also play the guitar. | 8B. acity in southern Spain. B. have sott voices, C. a large area of Spain C. sing with passion. D. a region in northern Attica D. always dance 2. Flamenco’s musical style 5. You can watch a flamenco perlormance A, comes from northern Spain. | A on the streets of Andalusia | B. has its roots in north AVrica B. only if you buy a meal | C. derives from a variety of cultures. | C. in the company of locals | D_ only shows influence from gypsy music. | D. at outdoor music concerts. 3. According to the writer, flamenco is Special because A it doesn’t involve many people or instruments. B. it includes graceful arm movements. C: the music comes from clapping hands. | D. there is usually only one guitarist L ‘Subject Ill (50 points) Write a narrative essay beginning like this: ‘He was waiting for the moon to rise and he felt Kibo's hair rise under his hand as he stroked him to be quiet and they both watched and listened as the moon came up and gave them shadows. His arm was around the dog's neck now and he could eel him shivering. All of the night sounds had stopped.’ Write your story in 120-150 words (12-15 lines) and give it an appropriate title. Pay attention to the following: + you don't need long descriptions; + use dialogues only ifthey are relevant for your characters or events, + you should use this plan 4. Introduction (paragraph 1 - set the scene) 2. Main body (paragraph(s) 2/3 - develop the story) 3. Conclusion (oaragraph 4 - end the story) Don’t count the words given in the beginning ‘SCRIETI RASPUNSURILE PE FOAIA DE RASPUNS (ANSWER SHEET). TIMP DE LUCRU: 90 MINUTE, NU SE CORDA PUNCTE DIN OFICIU. Olimpiada de limba englezé 2017-2018, etapa pe Municipiu, Ciasa a Vila, vtINSPECTORATUL $COLAR AL MUNICIPIULUI BUCURESTI OLIMPIADA DE LIMBA ENGLEZA, 2017-2018 ETAPA PE MUNICIPIU — CLASA A VII-A PUNCTAJ Si BAREM VARIANTA 4 1. (25 points) 1-would belwould have been; 2-had walked; 3-was just leaving/had just left; 4-was turning/had turned; 5-saw; 6-said; 7-was shining; 8-have you been doing; 9-Do you live/Are you living; 10-would phoné B. (1px10=10 points) 1-B; 2-D; 3-B; says; 6-C; 7-A; 8-B; 9-A; 10-B} 0 C. (1px5=5 points) 1-tuxurious; 2-unfairly; 3-disagreement; 4-undressed; 5-belongings I. (5px5=25 points) AC; 2-0; 3-A; 4-0; 5-6 Ill (60 points) ~ Marking Scheme NOTA: Pentru subiectul IA se accept orice alta varianta corecta.