Progress Test
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6 Units 11 & 12
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Reading
A Read the article about clothing.
Thinking about
what you wear
When getting dressed in the morning, most people think
about how warm or cool the weather is going to be that day
and what colours they feel like wearing. However, there is a
growing number of people who are starting to really think
about what clothing they actually buy. For example, they
want to know what it’s made of, who made it, and how its
manufacture affects the environment. Recent studies have
shown that most cotton growers use chemicals that are
dangerous to human health because they can find their way
into our water supply and into our food. For the past ten
years, green companies such as Earth Wear and Patagonia
have been selling 100 percent organic cotton clothing. The
cotton used to make these items is grown and manufactured
without the use of dangerous chemicals.
But it’s not just clothing that people are starting to think
about. They’re also worrying about what they put on
their feet every day. Polyvinylchloride, or PVC, is used
in the manufacture of many types of shoes. Research
has shown that this chemical threatens workers’ health
although wearing shoes made with PVC is not dangerous.
One manufacturer, Nike, is eliminating the use of PVCs
and is trying to reduce the amount of dangerous gases
it produces in its factories and in delivering its products
to stores. It has also started a programme called Reuse-
A-Shoe that converts old trainers into football fields and
basketball courts.
B Complete the Exam Task.
For questions 1 – 5, choose the answer (a, b, c or d) which you think fits best according to the text.
1
In paragraph 1, what does the word their refer to? 4
a the recent studies c the chemicals
b the cotton growers d the green companies
2
According to the article, PVC is NOT dangerous for
a factory workers. d advise thinking carefully before making a purchase
b people who wear shoes which have PVC.
c the atmosphere.
d the manufacturers.
3
What is paragraph 3 mainly about?
a working conditions in factories
b the FLA conditions
c the Nike company
d footwear production worldwide
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Nike, along with other footwear manufacturers, is also
thinking about how workers are treated. Since 2001, it has
allowed inspectors to visit its factories to check on working
conditions. The visits are arranged by the nonprofit Fair
Labour Association (FLA), which is an organisation that
tries to provide safe and comfortable working conditions
for workers. Since these checks began, Nike has also begun
discussions with Mexican workers who want to organise an
independent union. In addition, a group which represented
the workers was introduced in a Reebok factory in China.
These footwear manufacturers are working toward meeting
the FLA requirements for a humane workplace. These
requirements include clear safety rules and a guarantee that
workers have some control over workplace conditions.
Besides taking into consideration what a piece of clothing
is made of and in what working conditions it is made in,
people should make intelligent decisions about the amount
of clothing they actually buy and how much money they
spend. For instance, when you’re thinking about buying
a piece of clothing, ask yourself, ‘Do I really need this?’
Another option is to buy mostly secondhand clothing.
Finally, when you decide to buy something new, look for a
‘Fair Trade’ label. Fair Trade items are made under a system
that guarantees fair wages and healthy working conditions
in factories around the world. By making thoughtful choices
about the clothing you wear, you’ll enjoy it all the more.
Exam Task
What does the writer NOT do in paragraph 4?
a encourage buying many clothes
b recommend looking for a Fair Trade label
c suggest ways of saving money
5
Who was the article probably written for?
a factory owners
b factory workers
c the general public
d the Fair Labour Association
(___ / 10 marks)
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Progress Test 6
 Vocabulary and Use your English
A Circle the correct words.
1
Most people are familiar of / with the Burberry design.
2
She is always among / with the first people to wear the latest fashion.
3
Designers are often in / under pressure to finish their collections.
4
I can’t believe these shoes wore up / out so quickly!
5
How many different dresses did she try on / off?
6
These trousers are too big. I’ll have to take them in / out.
7
Remember to pay attention of / to quality as well as price.
8
It’s so cold today. I think I’ll put on / up my new woollen coat. (___ / 8 marks)

B Complete the sentences with these words.

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1
The police patrol the to protect the community.
2
The man has been charged with a crime and is now under .
3
People may do community if they commit a minor crime.
4
Even though the defendant was innocent, she decided to plead .
5
She had been convicted of several crimes and had a long police .
6
The jury found the defendant guilty and he had to serve a five-year .
7
The judge decided that the defendant had broken the .
8
Some criminals decide to become better people in the future. They try to mend their .
(___ / 8 marks)
C Circle the correct words.
1
The police department sent a judge / detective to to interview the witnesses.
2
I asked the shop assistant to exchange / refund my money.
3
The long trial ended with a proof / verdict of ‘not guilty’.
4
Nothing was moved at the crime scene / case.
5
The shirt was on sale. It was a real bargain / catwalk.
6
The man had a(n) alibi / motive. He was at work at the time of the robbery.
7
The label / receipt shows how much I paid for the coat.
8
You look good in that dress. It suits / designs you perfectly. (___ / 8 marks)

D Complete the sentences with the correct form of the words.

1
Everybody thinks being a model is a profession. GLAMOUR
2
Some fashion designers also make some very expensive . JEWEL
3
I just love this year’s spring . The clothes are so colourful. COLLECT
4 Jeans are very popular and are always . FASHION
5
Her designs aren’t expensive. In fact, they’re quite . AFFORD
6
Susan loves wearing with all her clothes. ACCESSORY
(___ / 6 marks)

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Grammar
A Combine the sentences using these relative pronouns. You will need to use some of them more than once.
that when where which who whose
1
The man lives in Paris. He designed this dress.

2
The clothes shop isn’t very big. I buy all my son’s clothes there.

3
The woman’s boutique was broken into. She called the police.

4
That’s the designer. I told you about the designer.

5
These shoes aren’t very comfortable. They cost a lot of money.

6
The day was cold and rainy. I bought this coat.

7
That’s the dress. I bought the dress.

8
The prices in the catalogue include delivery. They are not very high.

(___ / 8 marks)
B Circle the correct words.
1
The man waiting / waited outside the court is a journalist.
2
The wallet finding / found near the crime scene belonged to a teacher.
3
The day choosing / chosen for the trial was Monday 25 November.
4
Running / Ran out of the shop, the thief was caught by the police.
5
The window breaking / broken during the burglary was replaced the next day.
6
The man accusing / accused of the crime was found not guilty. (___ /6 marks)

C Complete the sentences with the causative. Use the words in brackets.
1
John can’t come with us on Saturday because he (the broken window / replace).
2
Lisa is very upset because she (her car / steal) last week.
3
Do the girls (their nails / do) at The Nail Lounge every Friday?
4
Judy (her wedding dress / make) by a famous designer at the moment.
5
My mum (our clothes / not iron) but she does now because she is really busy.
6
They (a security alarm / install) by a technician by the end of the week.
7
Oh no! The fence has been covered in graffiti. We (it / paint) as soon as possible.
8
Were you (your hair / cut) when I called you earlier? (___ / 8 marks)

D Complete the sentences so that they have a similar meaning to the first sentences.
1 
I have never worn such beautiful clothes. 5 
The model is pretty and she’s smart.
Never such beautiful clothes. Not only , but she is also smart.
2 
My boots have worn out. I need to buy some new ones. 6 
I haven’t ever seen so many offers!
It’s high time some new boots. Never so many offers!
3 
I think you need to get your hair cut. 7 
The police haven’t caught the thief yet.
It’s about time a haircut. It’s time the thief.
4 
The burglars took my jewellery and damaged 8 
You are not allowed to use my credit card.
the furniture. Under no circumstances my
Not only , but they also credit card.
damaged the furniture.
(___ / 8 marks)

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 Writing
Complete the Exam Task.
Exam Task
Read the extract from an article below and write an essay about the pros and cons of spending time and
money on dressing fashionably. (140–190 words)

What is fashion?
e about what
Some people don’t car
in fashion. They wear
clothes and shoes are
good and what’s
what they think looks
many others go
comfortable. However,
day and feel that
shopping almost every
with the latest trends.
they have to keep up

(___ / 10 marks)

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