Test3 Reading
Part 1
1D 2C 3B 4D SA 6B 7B 8A
Part 2
9B WD NH RA BE 4C 15G
Part 3
166 178 18D) 19/A 2c 2c 22/4
BC 24B %D 2B 2A wD
DA WB
Test 3 Writing
Part I (page 114), Model answer
1
This model has been prepared as an example of a very good
‘answer. However, please note that this is just one example out of |
several possible approaches.
Hi Kay
I've bought lots of things over the Internet and I definitely
think it a good idea, 1 know some people have had
problems sometimes but I've only had positive experiences.
[agree with Mark that books and CDs ~ DVDs too ~ are
some of the best things to buy online. It's much quicker
‘and easier than going into town and trying to find what
‘you want in a shop there.
I would be very risky to send cash through the post. It
could easily get lost. Websites all accept payment by credit
card and i's safest to pay that way.
| think if you don’t like what you're sent or ifit gets
damaged in the post, then you probably have the right to
return it and get your money back. There'll be information
‘on the website of the company you're using so read that
before ordering anything,
Good luck.
Kumiko
Part 2 (page 115), Answer guidelines
2
Style
Neutral or semisformal
Use a range of structures, sentence lengths and vocabulary to make
the story more interesting forthe reader. Don't repeat the same
‘words al the time ~ you could, for example, use svilling as well as
‘exciting or an idiom such as my heart was in my mouth.
Content
Make it clear who the narrator is, eg. how old the person is and
what kind of lifestyle they have. You can give some background
212 | Test 3 Key
to the most exciting day and give reasons why it was so exciting
Make sure, though, thatthe reader can follow the story easly,
Organisation
Begin with the sentence provided.
Perhaps include a title
3
Style
Neutral or semi-formal.
Use language for describing, giving opinions and recommending ~
some interesting adjectives may help with this.
Content
‘You must describe the game and give your opinion of it. You could
give a general idea of what kind of game it isan adventure game
fora sports game, for example, and could say what is special about
it. You should also explain why you would or would not recommend
the game to other people. You must make sure that readers have a
clear idea about whether they would enjoy the game or not.
Organisation
Give the name of the game at the beginning of your review —
pethaps in a sub-heading.
‘Write in clearly defined paragraphs ~ the first one might deseribe
the game, the second might say what you like about it, the third
‘might point out a weak aspect of the game and the final paragraph
‘might explain why you would or would not recommend it to other
players,
4
Style
Neutral or formal
Do not use contractions like I’m or I've instead of Fam or Ihave.
Content
‘You may agree, disagree or even parily agree withthe statement but
‘you must make your opinion clear. You should give some examples
Of climate change and suggest why its occurring. You must give
reasons as o why itis difficult to prevent climate change. You should
also suggest some things people can do to prevent climate change.
‘Organisation
Write in clearly defined paragraphs.
Include an introduction and make sure you come to a clear
conclusion
5
Although Test 3, Question 5 in First Certificate Trainer does not
refer to a specific author or book title, you need to select a title
from the current or past ESOL set text list, Make sure you have
read the book thoroughly or have seen the film before answering.
the question5a
Style
‘Neutral or semi-formal,
Use a range of structures, sentence lengths and vocabulary to make
the article interesting,
Content
You should describe one event from the story which features
someone in danger. Give alittle background to the event and
«explain how the person deals with the dangerous event. You should
tive your opinion on how the situation is dealt with, explaining
Whether you feel the character handled the situation in an
appropriate way.
Organisation
Write in clearly defined paragraphs.
Perhaps include a tile
5b
Style
Neutral or semi-formal.
Use language that makes your points in a way that the reader will
easily understand.
Content
‘You should clearly give the names of two actors, matching them to
characters inthe text. You must explain why you feel these actors are
suited to the roles — pethaps because of their appearance or because
they have been good in similar roles. When you are writing you need
tobe aware of your target reader ~ a person with a general interest
but wito may not know much about the characters in the text or the
actors, and so will need the Key points to be clearly explained.
Organi
Write in clearly defined paragraphs,
Perhaps include a tile and sub-headings.
Test 3. Use of English
Part 1
1D 2C 3A 4B 5A 6C 7C 8B
9D 0D UB RA
Part2
13 well 14 With/in 15 which/that 16 get 17 such
18 from 19 either 20 of 21 thisthat 22 account
23 the 24 Although/Though
Part 3
25 unlike 26 entirely 27 Consequently 28 scientific
29 weight 30 difference 31 roughly 32 heat
33 descent 34 enables.
Part 4
35 must have been surprised to
37 ittakes me twenty minutes 38 prevented us (from) going
‘getting 39 assoomas you hear 40 W/would rather you
dida’t/ didnot 41 iss less keen on
42 Chloe how she was feeling
36 it hardly ever
shows where the answer is spi into two parts For marking
purposes,
Test 3. Listening
Part 1
1B 20 3448 SC 45 7 sic
Part 2
9 second 10 China 11 4,500 years. 12 purple
13 (a)medicine 14 paintings 15 wet 16 cook
17 sun (fiom) 18 fuel
Part3
9E OF UB WC 23D
Part 4
MA 2B WC 27C WB WA 3B
Test3 Transcript
This is the Cambridge Fist Certificate in English Listening test,
{I'm going to give you the instructions for this test.
I introduce each part ofthe test and give you time to look atthe
questions,
Ar the start of each piece you will hear this sound:
You'll hear each piece owice.
Remember, while you re listening, write your answers on the question
paper: You It have five minutes at the end ofthe test 10 copy your
‘answers onto the separate answer sheet.
There will now be « pause. Please ask any questions now, because yout
‘must not speak during the test.
‘Now open your question paper and look at Part 1.
PART |
You'll hear people talking n eight diferent situations. For questions
108, choose the best answer, A, Bor C.
(One. You hear an advertisement fora local tai firm. Which aspect are
they emphasising?
A low fares
B reliable service
C comfortable cars
‘ABC can provide all our taxi needs throughout the metropolitan
area. We operate 24/7 365 days a year, so no matter when you
‘make your booking, you can be sure of getting where you want to
{20. Our cars may not be the most luxurious on the road, but our
‘experienced professional divers wil take you safely to your chosen