Part 1. Listen and choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

Global Design Competition

1. Students entering the design competition have to

A. produce an energy-efficient design.

B. adapt an existing energy-saving appliance.

C. develop a new user for current technology.

2. John chose a dishwasher because he wanted to make dishwashers.

A. more appealing

B. more common

C. more economical

3. The stone in John’s “Rockpool” design is used

A. for decoration

B. to switch it on

C. to stop water escaping

4. In the holding chamber, the carbon dioxide

A. changes back to a gas.

B. dries the dishes.

C. is allowed to cool.

5. At the end of the cleaning process, the carbon dioxide

A. is released into the air.

B. is disposed of with the waste.

C. is collected ready to be re-used.

Part 2. Complete the note below. Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.
History of fireworks in Europe

13th-16th centuries

 Fireworks were introduced from China.

 Their use was mainly to do with:

- War

- 1. ................................... ( in plays and festivals)

17th century
  Various features of 2. ................................... were shown in fireworks displays.

 Scientists were interested in using ideas from fireworks displays:

- To make human 3. ................................... possible

- To show the formation of 4. ...................................

 London:

- Scientists were distrustful at first

- Later, they investigated 5. ................................... uses of fireworks (e.g. for sailors)

 St Petersburg:

- Fireworks were seen as a method of 6. ................................... for people

 Paris:

- Displays emphasized the power of the 7. ...................................

- Scientists aimed to provide 8. ...................................

18th century

 Italian fireworks specialists became influential.

 Sevandoni’s fireworks display followed the same patterns as an 9. ...................................

 The appeal of fireworks extended to the middle classes.

 Some displays demonstrated new scientific discoveries such as 10. ...................................

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part
differs from the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
Question 1. A. tortoise B. opinion C. focus D. purpose
Question 2. A. nourish B. flourish C. courageous D. southern
Question 3. A. laughed B. passed C. suggested D. placed
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other
three in the position of primary stress in each of the following questions.
Question 1. A. competition B. repetition C. equivalent D. disappointment
Question 2. A. ambitious B. assemble C. equivalent D. vacancy
Question 3. A. produce B. product C. actress D. dentist
Question 4. A. pollute B. supply C. provide D. healthy

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the
following questions.
1. He was wounded in the ________ stages of the battle.
A. end B. middle C. intermediate D. closing
2. The performance will start _______ on six.
A. exactly B. dead C. punctually D. just

3. He’s got a very ______ manner, so don’t be surprised if. The first time you meet him, he asks you
how much you earn.
A. sincere B. frank C. reliable D.direct
4. Sandra and Paul have just bought a small house _____ of the town.
A. in the district B. on the outskirts
C. in the suburb D. in the edge.
Question 5. Our company has to ________ ways of reducing costs.
A. take in B. think over C. work out D. look out
Question 6. Remember that when doing something, you should ________.
A. weigh up the pros and cons B. turn over a new leaf
C. go down well with D. get through to
Question 7. She is playing music at ________ volume and disturbing all her neighbors.
A. utter B. supreme C. total D. full
Question 8. She is always flying ________ the handle about the slightest things.
A. off B. over C. around D. through
Question 9. ________ surprised everybody.
A. That she passed the exam B. Because she passed the exam
C. Which she passed the exam D. She passed the exam
Question 10. You shouldn’t make a(n) _______ decision. Think about it first.
A. snap B. abrupt C. spontaneous D. careless
Question 11. People over eighteen are ________ for membership in this club.
A. legal B. capable C. eligible D. permissible
Question 12. The girl was ________ from hospital this morning only a week after her operation.
A. ejected B. expelled C. evicted D. discharged
Question 13. His contract ________ in three months, so he’s looking for another job.
A. runs down B. runs out C. goes out D. goes away
Question 14. The little girl can’t even sit up yet, ________ stand and walk.
A. but for B. let alone C. all but D. rather than
Question 15. I’ve yet ________ a person as David.
A. to meet as interesting B. to have met such interesting
C. been meeting as interesting D. been meeting such interesting
Question 16. The economic crisis has brought about a slump ________ the world trade.
A. in B. on C. up D. for
Question 17. That film was so sad that we all were reduced ________ tears at the end.
A. with B onto C. to D. into
Question 18. Thanks a lot of lending me your raincoat; it really came in ________.
A. used B. handy C. handful D. needy
Question 19. Ben was ________ something under his breath, but his son didn’t catch what he said.
A. whispering B. muttering C. growling D. swallowing
20. His comments about her size were a bit close to the _______.
A. skeleton B. bone C. head D. heart
21. When the manager of our company retires, the deputy manager will_________that position.
A. stand for B. take over C. catch on D. hold on
22. The company management decided to_________more workers to meet the production schedule.
A. take on B. make out C. take over D. make up

Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) CLOSEST in meaning to
the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 1. Earthquakes are regarded as one of the most devastating forces known to man.
A. terrifying B. destructive C. fascinating D. mysterious
Question 2. That stunning beach was overrun with tourists so I decided to go back another day.
A. having no tourists B. not having enough tourists
C. crowded with tourists D. having tourists running
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word(s) OPPOSITE in meaning
to the underlined word(s) in each of the following questions.
Question 1. A chronic lack of sleep may make us irritable and reduces our motivation to work.
A. uncomfortable B. responsive C. calm D. miserable
Question 2. It was apparent from her face that she was really upset.
A. obvious B. indistinct C. transparent D. evident
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the option that best completes each of
the following exchanges.
Question 1. John is talking to Daisy about the final exam.
John: "I didn’t do well in the final exam’’.
Daisy:" ________."
A. That’s a shame! B. Don’t mention it.
C. What a drag D. That will be the day!
Question 2. Hoa: “Tm sorry. I left my laptop home.” - Nam:” ________ “
A. Well. You do? I’m sorry. B. Oh. What a pity for that.
C. Never mind. I’ve got another one. D. No way. It’s up to you.
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the underlined part that needs
correction in each of the following questions.
Question 1. (A) According to a research, (B) many traumatic experiences (C) has been traced to
events (D) during childhood.
Question 2. These dams were (A) used to control flooding, provide water for (B) irrigation, and (C)
generating electricity (D) for the local area.
Question 3. When you talk (A) to the old woman, please remember (B) to speak out (C) as she’s (D)
hard of hearing.
Put the right forms of the verbs in the gaps
1.    He refused (admit) that he ............. (steal) that bicycle.
2.    I could tell from the ............. (frighten)   look on her face that something terrible .............
(happen).
3.    It's high time, we ............. (go) to the theatre.
4.    It is imperative that he ............. (return) immediately.
5.    I don't mind your ............. (borrow) my ladder, but I'd sooner you ............. (ask) me first.
Give the correct form of the words in brackets.
1.    Too much use of ............ (insect) can do harm to the health of people.
2.    The ............ (edit) staff consists often experienced journalists.
3.    When Jean made up for the play, she was ............ (recognize).
4.    I'm quite an ............ (energy) person. I play a lot of sport and go running everyday.
5.    The tourists were impressed by the ............ splendid of the jewellery in the museum.
6.    My grandfather has just bought a ............ (triangle) garden.
7.    What the computer produces depends on the quality of the ............ (put).
8.    The shop will change undamaged goods if a ............ (receive) is shown as a proof of purchase.
9.    His acting style is ............ (imitate). No one can copy him.
10.    This metal has been ............ (tough) by a special process.

Put the right words in the gaps

We live surrounded by objects and systems that we take for (1) _________ , but which profoundly
affect the way we behave, think, work, play, and in general lead our (2)_________ Look, for
example, at the place in which you are reading this now, and see how much of (3)_________
surrounds you is understandable, how much of it you could actually build yourself or repair
(4)_________ it cease to function. When we start the car or press the (5)_________ in the elevator,
or buy food in the supermarket, we gave no (6)_________ to the complex devices or systems that
make the car move, or the elevator rise, or the food appear on the shelves.
Throughout this century we have become increasingly dependent on the products of
(7)_________ . They have already changed our lives: at the simplest (8)_________ , the
availability of transport has made us physically less fit than our ancestors. Many people are alive
only because they have been given (9)_________ to disease through drugs. The vast majority of the
world's population relies on the abiliy of technology to provide and transport food. We are unable
to feed and clothe or keep (10)_________ warm without technology.

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B,C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct word or phrase that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 24 to 33.
An endangered species is a species (1)_______ population is (2) _______small that it is in
danger of becoming extinct. Many countries have laws offering special protection to these species; (3)
_______, forbidding hunting (4)_______ banning their sales. Only a few of the many truly endangered
species actually make it to the lists and obtain legal protection. Many more species become extinct, or
potentially become extinct, without gaining public notice.
Many of these laws are (5) _______. Typical areas of controversy include: criteria for placing a
species on the endangered species list, and criteria for removing a species (6)_______ the list once its
population has recovered.
A listing as an endangered species can backfire, as it (7)_______ a species more valuable and
more desirable for collectors and poachers.
The conservation status of a species is an indicator of the (8)_______of that endangered species
continuing to survive. Many factors are taken (9)_______ account when assessing the conservation
status of a species: not simply the number remaining, but the overall increase or decrease in the
population over time, breeding success rates, known threats, and so on.
The best-known worldwide conservation status listing is the World Conservation Union Red
List. (10)_______ , many more specialized lists exist.
1. A. whom B. that C. who D.whose
2. A. very B. so C. too D.quite
3. A. however B. for example C. such as D.like
4. A. like B. and C. or D.but
5. A. controversy B. controversially C. controversialist D.controversial
6. A. out B. into C. with D.from
7. A. makes B. is C. becomes D.does
8. A. likelihood B. likeness C. alike D.likely
 9. A. for B. after C. up D.into
10. A. However B. Therefore C. As a result D. So
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the
correct answer to each of the questions .
In the modern word, people are always looking for more ways of keeping fit and staying healthy.
The following are some ways to help you become healthy.
Running is excellent exercise. Before you begin running you should warm up first by using slow
movements that make all your muscles work. But be careful! If you stretch when your muscles are
cold, you might hurt yourself. Always wear comfortable clothing and make sure your trainers are in
good shape. If you wear shoes that support your whole foot well, you will put less pressure on your
knees. You should start exercising slowly, at a pace you can keep up for about 15 minutes. Try to
exercise on soft ground, as this will protect your knees and hips from too much stress.
It’s OK if you sometimes go to bed late but if you usually cut down on your sleep, it will soon
have a negative effect on your skin. If you get a good night’s rest, it will do you the world of good.
Lack of sleep can cause acne or dry skin. Make sure that you get a good night’s sleep by going to bed
and getting up at regular times: don’t burn the candle at both ends. During the day, keep active: if you
don’t get enough exercise during the day, you may end up sleepless all night.
Most of us live in big polluted cities. If you got more fresh air, you would look healthier and more
attractive. A brisk walk is one of the best things you can do for circulation and appearance. Walking
slowly is useful but a quick pace gets more oxygen into your lungs. So don’t just go for a pleasant
stroll, try and find an area that doesn’t have much pollution, and get moving!
Many young people feel guilty about eating too much chocolate, and some even say that they are
addicted to it, though there is no evidence to support this. Nevertheless, if your diet is balanced, you
needn’t feel guilty: eating chocolate in moderation is fine - but don’t eat it instead of a proper meal!
Question 1. The writer says that you should ________.
A. start running as quickly as possible B. run before start doing exercise
C. run before you warm up D. warm up before running
Question 2. Running on soft ground is good because ________.
A. it makes your hips weaker B. you will feel more relaxed
C. it is better for your knees D. it protects your trainers
Question 3. The writer says that going to bed late ________.
A. has no negative effects on your health B. does harm to your skin
C. will make you feel comfortable D. is OK if you get up early
Question 4. The best way to get more oxygen is ________.
A. walking slowly
B. walking quickly along the busy street
 C. walking quickly in a place where there is no or little pollution
D. going for a pleasant stroll
Question 5. It is OK to eat chocolate ________,
A. if you have a balanced diet B. if it doesn’t a lot of fat
C. if it gives you pleasure D. if you eat it regularly

.    Rewrite these sentences, using exactly the words in brackets.

1.    He pretended to be enjoying himself, but he wasn't really. (AS IF )

2.    They probably don't live at the same address any more. (DOUBT)

3.    I didn't agree with the idea. (FAVOUR)

4.    Sandra said that she was willing to work late. (MIND)

5.    You didn't think carefully enough before you decided. (OUGHT)

6.    She's never flown before. (FIRST)

7.    He's really keen to start his new job. (FORWARD)

8.    Local residents said they were against the new traffic scheme. (DISAPPROVAL)

9.    His holiday is at the same time as mine. (COINCIDE)

10.    He was wrong in presuming that I could pay for it. (PRESUMPTION)