EXAMINATION CARD # 14

Task 1

Read the txt and decide if the sentences are T (true) or F (false)

The story of the Native Americans — or American Indians -is one that is unique, tragic and inspiring. It
is unique because the Indians were the original inhabitants of the American continent and experienced every
phase of its European settlement. It is tragic because the conflict between the Indians and whites looks like
the same for peoples throughout the world meeting with industrialized societies. It is an inspiring story
because the Native Americans, although lost much of their land in the 19th century, have survived, and have
succeeded in saving their identity and culture despite the attacks of modern civilization.
Today Native Americans are full citizens of the United States. They are proud of their own cultural
heritage, which they are trying to protect and maintain.
Marks of that heritage can be found all over the United States. Many of the names on United States
maps like Massachusetts, Ohio, Michigan, and Kansas — are Indian words. Indians taught the Europeans
how to cultivate crops such as corn, tomatoes, potatoes, tobacco.
About half of the Indians in the United States live in large cities and rural areas throughout the country.
The remainder lives in about 300 federal reservations (land set for their use).
Today, there is about 1,4 million Native Americans, which is believed to be more than there was when
the first europian explorers arrived in the New World.

1. American Indians never experienced pressure from Europian settlers.

2. The Indians have lost all their lands.
3. Modern civilization didn’t manage to destroy the Indians’ heritage.
4. Europians taught the Indians how to grow tomatoes.
5. Today large cities host about 2/3 of the native Americans.
 EXAMINATION CARD # 13

Task 1.
Read the text. Choose one of the variants A, B or C.
It was a freezing cold December afternoon and we were tired after our lessons. As we were packing our
schoolbags to go home, the headmaster rushed into our classroom. “Oh, no! Have we done anything wrong?”
we wondered. It turned out we weren’t in trouble, though, as he was here to give us some good news. The
headmaster said that we were all going on an end-of- term trip to Sri Lanka, Malaysia and Singapore.
We couldn’t believe it when we arrived in Sri Lanka! Despite being tired from the long journey, we unpacked
our bags, and then headed straight to the beach to relax. I have never seen a beach like it in my life! It had
amazing crystal-clear blue water and fine white sand. We stayed in Sri Lanka for another four days and then
set off for our next destination — Malaysia. Malaysia was an exciting place and the capital city, Kuala
Lumpur, was busy twenty-four hours a day! We stayed in a really luxurious hotel. I loved it there! Our final
stop was Singapore. The highlight of our trip was a visit to Sentosa Island where we watched an exciting
laser show’. There were so many wonderful shops in Singapore; I bought all my family and friends
souvenirs.
When the time came to return home, not one of us wanted to leave. The trip was better than we could have
ever imagined. I can’t wait to go on holiday again!
1. The headmaster came into the classroom to...
A give the students good news.
B give the students bad news.
C shout at the students.
2. How did the students feel about the trip?
A tired B nervous C excited
3. The beaches in Sri Lanka were...
A fantastic. B busy. C luxurious.
4. The best part of the trip to Singapore was...
A going shopping.
B a visit to an island.
C going swimming.
5. At the end of the trip the students...
A wanted to go home.
B didn’t enjoy the trip.
C didn’t want to go home.
 EXAMINATION CARD # 11

Task 1.

Read the txt and decide if the sentences are T (true) or F (false)
Westminster Abbey is a pride of Westminster, which consists of several buildings rebuilt by the king
Henry III. It was designed as a Royal Church and since William the Conqueror all English Kings and Queens
were crowned in it. It has a Coronation Chair with the Scottish relic — Stone of Scone — under the seat.
But the main wonder of Westminster Abbey is the Poet’s Corner where all the greatest poets are buried.
You can spend days walking from tomb to tomb, from sculpture to monument such as monuments to
Chaucer, Shakespeare, etc.
The most splendid part of the Palace of Westminster is also the most ancient, for Westminster Hall dates
back to 1097. From the 12th to the 19th centuries it was principally used as the regular meeting place for the
Courts of Justice; on occasion however the hall was specially furnished for a coronation banquets or a state
trial.
Here St. Thomas More, Guy Fawkes and King Charles I were each sentenced to death. Today its use is
two-fold: firstly as a meeting — place for conferences, secondly as the scene for the nation’s tribute to its
monarchs and leaders at their lying-in-state.
On the riverside near Westminster Abbey stands the Palace of Westminster, known as the Houses of
Parliament. These buildings were first built in the 12th century and rebuilt in 1840-1867 and partly again
after the Second World War.
1. For centuries people were proud of Westminster Abbey.
2. The British Queen has never been crowned in it
3. The poet’s Corner is in the Houses of Parliament.
4. Te Courts of Justice meets in Westminster Abbey.
5. As history shows the Houses of Parliament wer rebuilt three times.
 EXAMINATION CARD # 15
Task 1.
Read the text and decide if the sentences are T (true) or F (false).
Aborigines probably came to Australia from Indonesia 50 000 years ago. The oldest
skeleton found in Australia was at Lake Mungo in New South Wales. Archaeologists believe
it is
38 000 years old and it carried traces of ceremonial paint.
Aborigines were nomads, wanderers so to say. Originally, they did not have a sense ol
and ownership, although Aboriginal children were taught from an early age that they be.onge
to the land and must respect tribal boundaries. Tribes returned to particular places to bury
their dead. Some places, like Uluru, were sacred because they were associated with the
Dream- time”, the time when the Earth was formed and cycles of life and nature were begun.
Aboriginal legends, songs and dances tell of powerful spirits who created the land and
people during the Dreamtime. There was no written Aboriginal language and, in fact, most of
the 600 tribes spoke different dialects and rarely met except on ceremonial occasions. The
tradition of the Dreamtime, however, united the people. Rock paintings showing this creation
period can be found all over the country. Some of the most spectacular and best preserved can
be seen at rock galleries in Kakadu National Park and other parts of northern Australia.
The arrival of white people gradually brought an end to the traditional Aboriginal way of
life. The “new” Australians began to build and settle on Aborigine tribal lands. Today, most
Aboriginals live in cities and towns or in isolated settlements near tribal lands. Few continue
the old nomadic way of life.
In recent years, white Australians have become more sensitive to the Aborigines’ situa-
tion. The result has been an increase in health and educational services, greater recognition of
Aboriginal land rights and a growing appreciation of Aboriginal culture. Many museums now
display Aboriginal art, music instruments and artefacts.
1. The Aborigines originally came from Europe.

2. They were farmers who settled on the territory for a long

time.

3. There is no written Aboriginal language.

4. Europeans destroyed their traditional way of life.

5. No Aboriginal art or artifacts survive.

 Examination card # 16
Task 1
Read the text. Choose one of the variants A,B or C.
As you go after a day’s work in the crowded London underground, suddenly you hear mu- sic. You take
some money out of your pocket and throw it into the open guitar case of the busker. The musicians bring
colour and life to the city’s underground.
If you have time and look at the wall behind the busker, you will see the names of the musicians on it with a
time near each name. Each musician plays for an hour only and those who want to play write their names on
the wall.
From time to time the police come to an underground station and the musicians have to go to another
place. If the police ask one of the buskers what he is doing, he usually answers that he is just practising. If the
police ask about the money in the guitar case, the musician answers that it fell out of his pocket into his guitar
case.
An American girl on a visit to London said that she liked busking and often played in an underground
station where there were many buskers. Some of them played quite close together, but one important rule is
that you mustn’t stand very’ close to another musician because people will hear two musicians at the same
time.
Why do musicians want to play in the street? Some musicians do it for money, some do it for pleasure.
Others say it’s a good place to practise because they can’t play at home.
1. A busker...
A sells newspapers in the underground.
B plays a musical instrument. C takes photos.
2. Each busker plays...
A from dusk to dawn. B for a limited period of time.
C as long as he likes.
3. On the walls buskers usually write...
A their names and the place where they are going to play.
B the names of musicians famous all over the world.
C their names and the time when they are going to play.
4. The police...
A make buskers go to another place.
B make them pay some money.
C listen to music and put some money into the busker’s guitar case.
5. The busker mustn’t...
A play modern music.
B play two musical instruments.
C stand close to another busker.
 Examination card #18
Task 1
Read the text and decide if the sentences are T (true) or F (false).
Good morning everyone. I’m your tour guide for today. We’ve made a change to the trip we usually
make on Thursdays. I hope none of you will mind. We’re still going to visit the beautiful town of Brampton
with its old university, and there’ll be time to look round that as usual. But today, because we have a lot of
children here this week, we’re also going to a wild- life park which a colleague of mine has recommended.
On the way to Brampton, we’ll drive through some beautiful countryside. We’ll go over the mountain
and we’ll have a lovely view of the lake from the top. We’ll stop there for a few minutes so you can take
some photos. In the next valley, we’ll have a break for coffee. There’s a cafe near a beautiful waterfall and if
any of you want to go for a walk, you can. We’ll get to Brampton at about 11.30. It’s a lovely town. We’ll
start by taking a guided tour of the university, which was built in the seventeenth century. Then there’ll be
time for all of you to have a look at the shops. Most people come to Brampton nowadays for the shops, but
it’s the university that made the town famous. If you don’t want to look at the shops, I suggest you visit the
museum.

After lunch, we’ll get back on the coach and go to the wildlife park. We need to stay in the coach while
we drive round because we’ll see lions in the park.

1. The tourists are going to visit the beautiful town of Brighton.

2. The tourists will go to a wildlife park after breakfast.
3. From the top of the mountain there is a lovely view of the river.
4. There is a cafe near the waterfall on the way to Brampton.
5. Most people come to Brampton to see the University.
6. The University in Brampton was built in the 17th century.
7. The tourists will start by taking a guided tour of the museum.
8. There will be some time for shopping.
  Task 1

 Read the text and decide if the sentences are T (true) or F (false).
 Do you want to do something challenging and not be stuck behind a desk? Have you ever wanted to know
what it’s like to be a dolphin trainer? If you would love to work with these amazing animals, here are a few
things to think about.
 First of all, there are certain qualifications that dolphin trainers need. A university degree in a general science,
such as biology, is a good place to start. Also, since a lot of time is spent cleaning pools, dolphin trainers need
to have a swimming certificate and must be very strong swimmers.
 Dolphin trainers have many responsibilities that require a lot of patience. One of the responsibilities is to
keep the training fun so that the dolphins stay interested. So, a sense of leadership and determination is
important. Trainers also prepare meals and feed the animals throughout the day. They also have meetings to
discuss different training strategies. This means you have to be good at explaining things and working as part
of a team.
 Finally, dolphin trainers need to be hard-working, reliable and dedicated. It can be a difficult job at times, but
the greatest reward is the special bond you form with the animals
 1. Dolphin trainers work behind a desk.
 2. Dolphin trainers need to have a university degree.
 3. You must have a diving certificate to become a dolphin trainer.
 4. Dolphin trainers need to be very patient.
 5. Dolphin trainers spend a lot of the day feeding the animals.
 6. Dolphin trainers always work alone.
 7. Dolphin trainers can be their own bosses.
 8. Dolphin trainers must be good at working with others.
 9. Training dolphins isn’t always easy.
Examination card #22
Task 1
Read the the text and mark if the statements areT(true) or F (false) .
The big bad wolf eats the poor little pig or chases Little Red Ridding Hood.The brave young
hunter comes along and-BANG!- the wolf is dead. Unfortunately, in some parts of the world
there are no more wolves iving in the wild.And all because the wolf has traditionally been
seen as an evil enemy.In fact, this misunderstood animal has any virtues.
Wolves are superb hunters. They prefer hunting wild animals to domestic ones. They
do not overpopulate,but keep their numbers at the level they can feed.As for killing people,
conservationists insist that this is siply not true.Wolves avoid people. We have to teach the
world that wolves only attack human being in fairy tails.
There are plans to bring wolves back to the wild areas of Scotlland, but local people
have doubts about the idea.”We want wolves back. They lived for thousands of years in
Scotland – it is their land- but we fear for our animals,”one farmer says. The government has
announced that it will pay for any farm animals killed by wolves.
People in favour of bringing the wolf back say this: “Let our children have the chance
to hear a wolf howl at the moon on a still, Scottish night, and let us be proud that we made it
possible.”
1. Wolves are very good hunters.
2. Wolves attack and kill people
3. The government will pay farmers if wolves kill their cattle.
4. The number of wolves is ncreasing constantly.
5. Wolves usually hunt domestic animals.
6. Local people are worried about the idea to bring wolves back to the wild areas of
Scotland.
 Examination card # 25
Task 1

Read the text and mark if the statements are T (true) or F (false) as in the example.
Crocodiles
For centuries, people lived with and respected the all-powerful crocodiles.Those snapping
jaws and lethal teeth frightened all attackers away, whether human or animal.People were
also fascinated by their characteristic calls, their beauty and their intelligence. Unfortunately,
it was their beautiful skin which put them under threat. When explorers realisd how valuable
crocodile skin was, everything changed. Hunters risked their lifes – and sometimes lost them
– in order to satisfy the world’s demand for crocodile skin.
Worse was to come. The crocodile’s homes began to disappear as new towns and industries
were developed on the land near swamps and rivers. Luckily for the crocodiles, people
realized that a world without them would just not be the same, and now they have been
officially declared an endangered species. In some parts of the world, there are now parks
where crocodiles may live safely, with laws to protect them.
“It is illegal to kill crocodiles,” says conservationist Charles Swaby, who has spent thelast
thirty years protecting the Jamaican crocodiles. The problem is that when farm animals are
killed by crocodiles, farmers ignore the law and kill them. This is what Charles is fighting
against. “Crocodiles are much more scared of us than we are of them.They are scary but
lovely to watch, “ he adds. If Charles, and others like him, can convince the world to share
this opinin, crocodiles will be with s forever!
1. People kill crocodiles for their beautiful skin.
2. Crocodiles are protected by law.
3. Some crocodiles live safely on farms.
4. Crocodiles have enough land near swamps and rivers to live in.
5. Crocodiles are afraid of people.
6. Crocodiles don’t kill the farm animals.
 Read the text below and decide whether the following statements are true or false.
THE HAWKING STORY

Jane Hawking met the man who was to become her husband in 1963, shortly before the beginning of his
illness. They married two years later and, as Hawking got down to work, the disease progressed tandem with his
fame.
A string of academic positions and awards came his way did an increasing dependence on his wife and
those around him. For Mrs Hawking, life became paradoxically easier. An American philanthropic organization
provided the for 24-hour nursing. For the first time in their marriage, she was no wholly for keeping him alive,
and could devote more time concentrating on her work and their three children.
Mrs Hawking has a neat, organised air, and at that is high-pitched and genteel of which conceal the fact
that she regards the world’s belief that her husband is about to come up with an explanation for the universe the
deepest suspicion. It is ironic that his work threatens to undermine the foundations of her strongly religious
convictions, which have sustained

1 Hawking’s illness prevented him from working. T/F

2 The Hawkings were initially unable to afford full-time professional nursing. T/F
3 Jane Hawking gave up working when she had children. T/F
4 Jane Hawking is dubious about her husband’s work. T/F
5 Jane Hawking and her husband share the fundamental beliefs. T/F
6 There are certain beliefs that Hawking does not discuss with his wife. T/F
 TEXT 1
Read the article and choose the best answer (a, b or c), according to the text
The Hard Rock Cafe Story
"No matter where you are or what time it is, there's something going on at a Hard Rock Cafe. All over the world our
cafes not only serve great food, but they serve up great music."
Hard Rock Cafes around the world symbolize the timeless energy, originality and unifying spirit that have helped to
shape rock music over the last century.
The first Hard Rock Cafe (HRC) opened its doors to the public on June 14, 1971, in London.
Founded by Isaac Tigrett and Peter Morton, two enterprising and music-loving Americans, HRC was a classic at
once, attracting crowds of customers with its first-rate, but moderately priced American bill of fare, warm service and ever
present rock'n' roll music and sensibility.
With more than 108 Hard Rock Cafes in 41 countries Hard Rock Cafe has become a truly global phenomenon. From
its launch in London, England, to New York, Los Angeles, Paris and Tokyo, and on to such exotic locales as Kuala Lumpur and
Taipei, Hard Rock offers a special experience to its devoted, ever-expanding clientele.
HRC has also become the world's leading collector and exhibitor of rock 'n' roll memorabilia.*
It all started when Eric Clapton, a regular at the first Hard Rock Cafe in London, asked the staff if he could hang his
guitar on the wall to mark his favourite bar stool as "his spot".
They did and one week later, a package from "The Who's" Pete Townshend arrived by messenger with a guitar and a
note with the message, "Mine's as good as his! Love, Pete."
Ever since then, Hard Rock Cafes have been collecting pieces of rock memorabilia and covering their walls with them. Their
unparalleled collection consists of more than 60,000 pieces. It is rotated from restaurant to restaurant and provides the world's most
comprehensive "visual history" of rock 'n' roll.
These treasures include an awe-inspiring collection of classic guitars and other instruments, posters, costumes, music and lyric
sheets, album art, platinum and gold LPs, photos and much more.
Throughout its history, HRC has been governed by a special service philosophy: "Love All - Serve All." HRC is a place where all
people have always been welcome, regardless of age, sex or class.
Since it was established Hard Rock Cafe has taken part in a wide variety of human activities around the world. Following its idea
of being more than just a restaurant, Hard Rock tries to connect its business and its passion to make the earth a safer, healthier and a better
place to live. For example, HRC cafes take an active role in organizing parties to raise funds for different local charities.
They have also founded special initiatives like 'Save the Planet' or 'Ambassador Program'.
All in all, today Hard Rock Cafe International is an entertainment and leisure company that continues to successfully expand the
Hard Rock brand through countless music-related activities.

1. The first Hard Rock Cafe (HRC) was opened by

A London Hard Rock fans.
B two Americans.
C Eric Clapton.

2. Lots of people like these cafes because there you can hear
A rock 'n' roll music.
B all kinds of music.
C your favourite heavy metal music.

3. The big collection of rock memorabilia

A is shown in a museum in the USA.
B can be seen in the London HRC.
C is passed from restaurant to restaurant all over the world.

4. Pete Townshend sent his guitar to the first HRC in London because
A he wanted to do the same as Eric Clapton before him.
B it was a present to the staff.
C he wanted to pay his bill with it.

5. Hard Rock Cafes also organize

A instrument sales for musicians.
B school concerts.
C activities to help people or the environment.
 Text 1. Love a Dog
I did not rush into getting a dog of my own. Despite the happy dogs of my youth, I wasn't sure about the commitment. What
about those spontaneous trips out of town? What about vet bills and sleeping late and going for walks in the pounding, freezing
rain? It seemed like a level of adulthood I wasn't ready for yet.
Oh, nobody's ready. It's just that one day you're walking through the park not even thinking about a dog, but there she is, the
giant ears, the bright eyes, the tail that wags a full 75 per cent of her body. In an instant, all those solid reasons become nothing
more than a collection of flimsy excuses. The girl who is trying to give her away (she found the puppy by the side of the road in a
snowstorm) gives her to you because she is Your Dog.
Or that's how it was for me and Rosie
Like any love, it was exciting at first. I couldn't get my work done. I kept having to stop and roll around on the floor with her.
She followed me around from room to room, licking my ankles. She was small and white, maybe a cross between a Jack Russell
and a Chihuahua, without the deep neurosis of either breed. If shedding were an Olympic sport, she would have brought home the
gold.
Task 1: Questions 1 through 5 (on your Answer Sheet circle the correct letter A, B , C , o r D ) :
1. The author was hesitant to get a dog because...
A. she is an early riser.
B. she loves long walks.
C. she was worried about commitment.
D. she already has a dog.
2. The dog in the story can be described as...
A. small and white with giant ears.
B. big and white with bright eyes.
C. small and black with small ears.
D. small and white with giant eyes.
3. The word "exciting" can be replaced with:
A. difficult;
B. crazy;
C. thrilling;
D. loud.
4. Which statement is FALSE?
A. The author's work was often interrupted by the dog.
B. The dog does not shed very much.
C. The dog came from a girl who found it in a snowstorm.
D. The dog was possibly a mix of two different types of dogs.
5. The author decided to get a dog because...
A. she could afford the vet bills.
B. she loved having a dog when she was younger.
C. she was lonely.
      D. this particular dog was meant for her.
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Reading Comprehension Test.

Questions 6 through 10 refer to Text 2.

Text 2 A true story

King Louis the Eleventh was the King of France about 500 years ago. One day a young man said to
the king, “I can see the future”. This was not true, but the king believed him. The young man was pleased and
he hoped to get an important job. But King Louis thought, “This man knows the future, so he knows more
than I know. He is dangerous and I must kill him.”
The king said to his servants, “I’m going to invite that man to have dinner with me. When he comes,
watch my hand. When I lift up my hand, throw him out of the window.”
That evening the young man came to the king’s private room. The king had a smile on his face, but it
was not a friendly smile. He said to the man, “You know the future, so tell me your future. When are you
going to die?”
Then the young man understood his mistake. He thought quickly before he answered the king’s
question. “I am going to die three days before you,” he said.
The king stopped smiling. The servants watched the king’s hand, but it did not move. The young man was
safe; but he never told another lie after that.

Task 2: Decide if the statements are true (+) or false(-).

6. King Louis the Eleventh was the King of France about five centuries ago.
7. One day a young man said that he could predict the future.
8. The king was happy to have a servant who knew more than the king.
9. The king invited the young man to have breakfast with him.
10. During their meeting the king changed his mind.
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Reading Comprehension Test.

Statements 11 through 15 refer to Text 3
Text 3

Tornadoes occur throughout the world, but for reasons that scientists are not fully able to discern, the great majority occur in the
United States. Approximately 700 tornadoes a year occur within the United States, and this comprises three-quarters of the worldwide
total. Most of the US tornadoes take place in the Midwest and in the southern states that border on the Gulf of Mexico. In general, a
tornado cuts a path of a few hundred yards and lasts less than an hour; an average tornado might propel itself at a speed of 15 or 20
miles per hour and therefore cover a distance of 20 or so miles. Tornadoes, however, can be much worse than average. The most
devastating tornado on record occurred on March 18, 1925, in the states of Missouri, Illinois, and Indiana. The path of this tornado was
more than 200 miles long and a mile wide. Travelling at an average speed of 60 miles per hour, the winds at the center of the storm
swirled around at considerably more than 200 miles per hour. A total of 689 people died, and countless more were injured, at the hands
of this killer storm.

Task 3: Questions (choose the correct letter a, b, c or d ):

11. The word "discern" in line 2 is closest in meaning to ...

a) discuss; b) understand;
c) describe; d) dedicate.

12. The annual number of tornadoes in the USA is about...

a) 700; b) 734;
c) 930; d) 1,400.

13. In the US, tornadoes are least probable to occur...

a) anywhere around the territory; b) in the Midwest;
c) in the southern states; d) in the eastern states.

14. The word "propel" in line 6 may be best replaced with...

a) cut; b) circle;
c) move; d) start.

15. An average tornado covers about...

a) 5 km; b) 10 km;
c) 20 km; d) 50 km.