QUESTIONS Ielts

PRACTISE 3 LISTENING REATTEMPT

SECTION 1
Questions 1-10
Questions 1-7
Complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
Things to do
Country visited ____________________ Example answer: New Zealand
Sky-diving
Sky dive + return transport costs 1. $__________________.
Allow three hours for travel time, 2. __________ session, getting changed, plane ride and skydive
itself.
Jet-boating
Costs: $85. Trips leave 3. _________________
Bookings not required.
Glacier walks
Three walks available. Duration for preferred option: 4. _________________
All walks are guided for 5._________________ reasons.
Phone number for bookings: 6. 03__________________
Bungy jumping
134 metres high. $199 per person. Pick up by 7. ___________
Questions 8 - 10
Choose THREE answers from the list and write the correct letter A-F next to questions 8, 9 and 10.
Which THREE of the following statements are true?
A. The speakers have never played golf before.

B. The golf courses are less than a ½ hour drive away.
C. Golf clubs need to be pre-booked.
D. Golf is the most expensive activity spoken about.
E. The golf clubs have good restaurant facilities
F. Golfers can also enjoy beautiful views.

SECTION 2
Questions 11-20
Questions 11-15
Complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN ONE WORD for each answer
FACTS ABOUT THE MIMIC OCTOPUS
 It copies the shape and (11)_____________ patterns of other organisms.

 Unconfirmed reports say it can imitate up to (12)________ different species.
 Thrives in its chosen environment despite the lack of (13)____________available.
 Suckers allow it to feel and (14) _____________ its food before ingestion.
 Is easy prey as has no (15)_____________ , spine and is not poisonous.
Questions 16-20
To which species do the following statements relate?
Write the correct letter A - E in boxes 16 - 20 in your answer sheet.
A. for Flatfish
B. for Jellyfish
C. for Lionfish
D. for Sea anemone
E. for Sea snake
Write your answer in boxes 16-20
16. Is a striped, poisonous marine species.

17. Provides little nourishment so is rarely eaten.
18. Octopus colour becomes more vivid when mimicking this species.
19. Octopus uses tentacles to swim fast like this species.
20. Its prey includes the damselfish.

Section 3 Questions 21-30
Questions 21-24
Complete the notes below
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS/AND OR A NUMBER for each answer.
Walberg Creek Wines
Performance to date:
Achieved highest success in Victoria with (21)_______ market share
(22)_____________ age group more successful than older markets.
Some success in the rest of Australia and (23)__________________.
Image:
A cool and trendy image has been developed through the company’s (24)________________.
Questions 25-27
Choose the correct letter A, B or C
25. Why does James believe the company was right not to focus on an older market?
A. There are more potential customers in the younger category

B. They consider newer companies’ products to be inferior
C. The investment in marketing is too high
26. What, according to James, is the opinion of Europeans on wines from Australia?
A. They are becoming more popular than traditional wines

B. They are not as light as wines from France or Italy
C. They could be considered more innovative
27. Why does Simone believe the company could successfully sell its wine in Europe?
A. Because it has already been successful with other products there

B. Because it has already begun to increase sales of its wine there
C. Because another company with a similar image has been successful
Questions 28-30
Which opinion does each person express about Walberg Creek Wines?
Choose your answers from the box and write letters A-F next to questions 28-30
A. The quality of the wine should be slightly improved

B. Current strengths should be maintained
C. The company has expanded too quickly
D. Too many people are not aware of the brand
E. Staff are not considered important enough
F. External relationships should be cultivated
28. James _______________
29. Simone _______________
30. Tutor _______________

SECTION 4
Questions 31-40
Questions 31-35
Complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer
 Unrealistic stereotypes portrayed in (31)_____________ affect our mental and physical health.
 Changes in society and (32)________ have made our lives easier.
 ____________ (33) expectations mean we are less prepared for life than older generations.
 (34) _____________ should help us appreciate the positives of life.
 Small (35)_____________ should bring pleasure and pride in a job well done.
Questions 36-40
Choose the correct letter A, B or C.
36.Self awareness is developed through.....
A. Living and learning

B. Professional therapy
C. Future planning
37. Value systems are based upon.....
A. our upbringing and ethnicity

B. a variety of influences
C. our personal experiences
38. Goal setting....

A. gives us the clarity we need
B. may be irrational
C. makes people feel valuable
39. A person’s skills....
A. should influence their goals

B. should benefit society
C. may need to be modified
40. Developing personal empowerment....
A. is a relatively new concept

B. provides a quick fix
C. may be demanding
Heading style Questions
Questions 1 - 5
Reading Passage 1 has eight paragraphs A - G.
Choose the correct heading for paragraphs A-C and E-Ffrom the list of headings below.
Type the correct number i-viiiin boxes 1-5
i. Caution in the future

ii. Parameters and purpose of the project
iii. History of genetic engineering
iv. Impact and potential of the project
v. Research and resources
vi. Impact of the project in the UK
vii. Freedom of information
viii. Designer babies or rights of the unborn?
Q1 Paragraph A
Q2 Paragraph B
Q3 Paragraph C
ExampleParagraph D Answer v
Q4 Paragraph E
Q5 Paragraph F
Questions 1 - 6
Reading Passage 1 has eight paragraphs A - F.
Choose the correct heading for paragraphs A-F from the list of headings below.
Type the correct number i-ixin boxes 1-6
i. Messing about on the water

ii. Getting out of Auckland
iii. A bird’s-eye view
iv. Overwhelming choices
v. City lights
vi. Harbourside development
vii. Something for every season
viii. Over the Bridge
ix. Bird spotting
Q1 Paragraph A
Q2 Paragraph B
Q3 Paragraph C
Q4 Paragraph D
Q5 Paragraph E
Q6 Paragraph F
READING PRACTICE 4
Read the information and answer Questions 1-7
Do the following statements agree with the information given in the text on the previous page?
In boxes 1 - 7 on your answer sheet, write
TRUE if the statement agrees with the information
FALSE if the statement contradicts the information
NOT GIVEN if there is no information on this
1. Passengers can get from City Harbour to Taylor’s Peninsula every day of the week.
2. Ferries from City Harbour to Marine Island resort finish earliest on Saturdays.
3. A ferry from Marine Island leaves Taylor Peninsula for City Harbour at around 10.15 on
Wednesday mornings. TRUE
4. A one way adult ferry ticket is less expensive than a child’s return.
5. Senior citizens pay the least for ferry travel.
6. The direct route is fifteen minutes quicker than the journey via the peninsula.
7. Tickets can be purchased on the ferry.
Read the information about accommodation on Marine Island and answer the questions 8-14.
Questions 8-10
Label the map below.
Choose your answer from the box below and write the letters A-Fnext to questions 8-10
a. Ocean View Camping Resort
b. Marine Island Village Park
c. Backpacker Haven
d. Marine Paradise Bed and Breakfast
e. Value Inn
f. Marine Island Hotel
Marine Island Map
Look at the information about accommodation on Marine Island.
Answer the question below using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER from the text for
each answer.
Write your answers in boxes 11 - 14on your answer sheet.
11. What has Ocean View Camping Resort won more than once?
12. What is the shortest period of time visitors must book for at Marine Island Park to qualify for a
cheaper rate?
13. What entertainment is available to guests at one of the accommodation places at no extra charge
on Friday evenings?
14. How long does it take on foot to get to the beach from the island’s most expensive accommodation?
Read the information below and answer Questions 15-20
Look at the information about the professional fields A-E. For which options are following statement
true?
Write the correct letter A-E in boxes 15 - 20 on your answer sheet.
NB. You may use any letter more than once.
15. Certain areas of the field may qualify for government sponsorship for students wishing to continue
their studies.
16. In the previous year, the highest number of graduates gaining employment in the first half year
after completing their studies studied in this area.
17. Details of opportunities in this area are found in a university publication.
18. Limited information will be available at the conference though more details can be obtained
elsewhere.
19. Information about temporary as well as long-term positions will be available.
20. Less than half of the exhibitors will be domestic.
Questions 21-23
21. Students may not possess social skills necessary for success in the workplace due to lack of
emphasis placed on these areas in university degrees.
22. Research shows that employers may be reluctant to employ graduates without work experience.
23. The university’s students are given valuable opportunities many studying at other institutions are
not.
Questions 24-26
Complete the summary.
Choose NO MORE THAN ONE WORD OR A NUMBERfrom the passage for each answer.
Write your answers in boxes 24 - 26 on your answer sheet.
The seminar is restricted to 50 places and costs 24.£__________ for attendees who are not presently
studying internally. The three tutorial sessions focus on not only success in the workplace, but also
securing a position through presenting yourself well at 25.________ and developing an attractive
resume. Potential weaknesses (as perceived by employers according to recent research) including
finding solutions to problems, reasoning in a 26.________ manner and working cooperatively with
others are explored in the workshops.
Section 3
Questions 27-31
The reading passage has seven paragraphs A-G.
Choose the correct heading for paragraphs B-D and F-Gfrom the list of headings below.
Write the correct number i to viii in boxes 27-31 on your answer sheet.
List of Headings
i. Basis and predictions
ii. Revolution or repeat?
iii. Servicing a growing demand
iv. The surfacing of a new phenomenon
v. A long-held point of view and its downsides
vi. Influence on minors
vii. Hereditary behaviour
viii. Effects of external pressures
27. Paragraph B
28. Paragraph C
29. Paragraph D
Example Paragraph E Answer viii
30. Paragraph F
31. Paragraph G
Questions 32-35
Do the following statements agree with the information given in the reading passage?
In boxes 32-35 on your answer sheet, write
32. Sales in the female health and beauty market have slightly declined over recent years.
33. The rise of ‘dandyism’ in England and France is attributed to similar factors.
34. Emotional reaction is not encouraged in hegemonic masculine behaviour.
35. There is a direct link and relationship between men’s belief that they are indestructible and their
decreased likelihood to visit a doctor.
Questions 36-40
Look at the following list of statements (Questions 36-40) based on changes in male image and
behaviour.
Match each statement with the correct person A-E
Write the correct letters A-E in boxes 36-40 on your answer sheet.
36. Male behaviour patterns have changed in a way that would have been considered impossible in the
past.
37. Traditional measures of masculinity are often intensified by the press.

38. Metro-sexual culture has developed as a response to modern men’s dissatisfaction with traditional
images.
39. The need to conform to society’s expectations of male behaviour may negatively affect men’s
decision-making and judgement.
40. There is potential in a market which makes no differentiation between products for males and
females.
List of Contributors
A. Jamie Cawley
B. Kim Sawyer
C. Jim Howard
D. Professor Ruth Chesterton
E. Ben Cameron
Listening 4

SECTION 1 Questions 1—10
Questions 1 – 3
Choose the correct letter A – C
Example: What is the survey about?
A. An art gallery
B. Free time
C. Living in the city
1. How often does the man visit the Art Gallery?

A. Once a year
B. Two to three times a year
C. Four to five times a year
2. What section is the man’s favourite?
A. Traditional paintings
B. Modern Art
C. Sculpture
3. What publicity material is the man interested in?
A. Sales of painting
B. New exhibitions of paintings
C. Talks about painters
Questions 4 and 5.
Name two of the items the man is interested in looking at buying from the museum shop
4. ______________
5. ______________
Questions 6 –8
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.

What age group is the man in? 6 ......................................................... years
What subject does the man teach? 7 .........................................................................
What part of the city does the man live

in? 8 ...........................................................................
Questions 9 – 10
Choose TWO LETTERS from the following list.
What areas does the man think need improving at the Art Gallery?
A. The range of exhibits

B. The frequency of new exhibits
C. Site of the Museum
D. Parking
E. Add a coffee shop
Section 2
Questions 11-20
Questions 11-13
Complete the sentences below
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS/AND OR A NUMBER for each answer
11. Over the last three years the school’s evening class attendance has __________.
12. More evening students are now people who have no ______________ with the school.
13. The majority of classes will begin on the week commencing ______________.
Questions 14-17
Complete the table below
Class Start Date Comments

Beginner’s Spanish One week late Class will be begin late as the
teacher will be (14)_____
(15)_______________ One week late Delay with refurbishment of the
room
(16)_______________ Not running in coming semester
Advanced Accounting 1st March Changed to Room (17)____ of the
Frasier Building
Questions 18-20
Complete the table below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer
Name of Staff Member Responsibility

Janice Smith To handle new enquiries
Sharon Holmes To distribute information to (18) ______
Tim Saltwell To (19) ______________________ (in the first week)
Anthony Bailey To (20) teach __________________________ (Monday evenings)
Section 3

SECTION 3
Questions 21 – 30
Questions 21 and 22
Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
21. The tutor will meet with Max again

A. next week.
B. after two weeks.
C. tomorrow.
22. The final draft of Max’s essay is due in
A. two weeks.
B. three weeks.
C. four weeks.
Questions 23 – 26
Complete the table below.

STAGE ACTION SCHEDULED DATE

Planning Make book list 23 _______
Drafting dissertation 24 _______ first draft 15th July
25 _______ Meet with tutor 26 _______
Questions 27 and 28
Choose TWO letters, A-E. Which TWOplaces does the tutor recommend that Max visit before she
returns?
A. the library
B. the student learning centre
C. the bindery
D. the student common room
E. the departmental reading room
Questions 29 and 30
Answer the questions below.

Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.
29 What is the name of the colleague the tutor gives to Max?
30 What does Max have to give after completing his dissertation?
Section 4

Questions 31-40
Questions 31-35
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.
31 Simon Felder believes that younger people are less concerned about buying property and
_____________ than previous generations.
32. Many under-30s may wish to buy their own home but cannot due to ___________.
33. In particular, people working as ______________ may find it very difficult to afford their own
home.
34. The trend towards buying rental properties has created more difficulties for _____________.
35. Many people are now choosing to wait until their mid-thirties before they ________.
Questions 36-40
Complete the summary below
DIFFERENT OPINIONS TO SAVING
People born between the years 36._____________ have been observed to have more interest in saving
than younger generations, younger people being more focussed on their 37._________ situation than
the long term.
Younger people would benefit from being given more information on 38.__________ and long term
planning so they can develop the ability to manage their own 39.__________. Many young people now
find it impossible to save because of the increasing 40._______________. Advice from banks and other
financial institutions could benefit customers.
READING 5
TRUE if the statement agrees with the information.
FALSE if the statement contradicts the information.
NOT GIVEN if there is no information on this.
1. On Wednesdays the shortest class is Abdominal Strengthening.
2. The class on Mondays which is open to private members only is held in the Indoor Sports Hall.
3. Only one of the Tuesday classes is held outside.
4. The Aerobics and Tae Kwon Do classes are of the same duration.
5. There is only one class held on each day (Monday to Friday) before midday .
6. No experience is required to attend the Yoga class held on Fridays.
7. There are fewer classes available during university holidays.
Questions 8-14
Look at the eight movies A-H on the previous page and answer questions 8-14.
For which movie are the following statements true?
Write the correct letter A-G in boxes 8 - 14on your answer sheet.
NB You may use any letter more than once and some answer will require the use
of TWOletters.
8. This movie is a modern version of an older film.
9. This film is likely to be honoured by the film industry.
10. These TWO films are cartoon animations.
11. This film is based upon a true story.
12. This film has a predictable plot.
13. This film is enhanced by its accompanying music.
14. These TWO films are set in the future.
Questions 15-20
Answer the questions below using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBERfrom the text for
each answer.
15. During what should you start looking at the dress code employees seem to be following?
16. What might men want to think about wearing or not wearing on the second day?
17. Apart from being in the same office, what other factor makes a colleague a useful guide for
what to wear?
18. What type of company is introducing the idea of a management uniform?
19. What might wearing brighter colours or printed clothing get you at work?
20. Accessories or clothing from well known brands are acceptable if what is not too obvious?
Questions 21-27
Do the following statements agree with the information given in the text on the opposite page?
TRUE if the statement agrees with the information.
FALSE if the statement contradicts the information.
NOT GIVEN if there is no information on this.
21. Training commonly highlighted areas of weakness.
22. Employees often look for promotion after having received training.
23. When companies are expanding, current staff are often overlooked in favour of recruiting
external experience.
24. The main demand for training is a direct result of the need to understand equipment in the
office.
25. Customer service training is often overlooked.

26. Training employees to work with people from different cultural backgrounds is more
advantageous than most companies realise.
27. Employers only offer training because of government regulations.
Section 3
Questions 28-31
The reading passage has six paragraphs A-F. Choose the correct heading for paragraphs B, C,
E and Ffrom the list of headings below. Write the correct number i-viiiin boxes 28-31 on your
answer sheet.
List of headings
i. Historical acceptance of change

ii. The Generation Gap
iii. Influences on speech
iv. Ancient writing in Asia
v. Cultural evolution and its impact on language
vi. Slang expected in the future
vii. Questioning logic
viii. Lifespan of vocabulary
Example Paragraph A Answer v

Paragraph B Answer
Paragraph C Answer
Example Paragraph D Answer i
Paragraph E Answer
Paragraph F Answer
Questions 32-37
Do the following statements reflect the claims of the writer in the reading passage?
YES If the statement reflects the claims of the writer
NO If the statement contradicts the claims of the writer
NOT GIVEN If it is impossible to say what the writer thinks about this
Write the correct answer YES, NO or NOT GIVEN in boxes 32-37on your answer sheet.
32. If language were static, it would negatively affect our ability to incorporate other cultures
into our own way of life.
33. The language we grow up knowing and that we adopt through new experiences have equal
effects on the way we speak.
34. English used in Britain has changed more than American English over recent years.
35. Some older variations of language are more expressive than more modern forms.
36. All modern adaptations of language are suitable for mainstream use.
37. All word usage has changed over time due to misunderstandings of meaning.
Questions 38-40
28. Complete the summary of paragraphs E and F with the list of words A-Hbelow.
Write the correct letter A-H in boxes 38-40on your answer sheet.
Some grammar rules such as avoiding 38._______ are deeply entrenched in history and were
created by academics who wished to perfect the English language. It is likely, however, since
they do not impact on the 39.______ of the sentence that such rules are likely to be 40.______
in the future. In the same way, many contemporary words in common usage today are likely to
become defunct.
A. Slang
B. Split infinitives
C. Grammatically incorrect
D. Meaning
E. Recognition
F. Disregarded
G. Misinterpreted
H. Confusion
LISTENING 5

Questions 1-5
Complete the form below.
Applicant Details
Example: Answer:
First Name: Sharon
Surname: (1)_____________
Address: 24a Rodney Road
Sandwell
Postcode: SD7 (2)____________________
Tel: 9152334
Available from: (3)____________________
Length of experience: (4)____________________
Availability: Not available to work (5)_____________ until after 3rd Jan
Questions 6-10
Complete the flowchart below using words from the box.
within 24 hours
candidates
employment contract
by email
immediately
Administration
temping agreement
over the phone
representatives
Computing skills
Sequence for registration

SECTION 2
Questions 11-20
Questions 11-13
Answer the following questions using NO MORE THAN ONE WORD.
11. How often is the program on?
12. When is the best time to cut back roses in
New Zealand?
13. What are the best type of glove for pruning roses?
Questions 14-15
Complete the following sentences. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.
14. It is better to not prune new roses for the first few years until they are ________.
15. Roses which should be pruned after flowering include banksia, old-fashioned roses and the majority
of _______.
Questions 16 and 17
Choose TWO letters, A-E. What are the first TWO stages of pruning roses?
A. Examine the rose to see what should be cut

B. Cut out the centre
C. Wipe the pruning saw with methylated spirits
D. Cut out the old branches
E. Disinfect the secateurs
Question 18
Choose ONE letter from A - C.

Which diagram A – C represents the best way to prune a rose?
Questions 19 and 20
Choose ONE letter from A – D and write them on your answer sheet.
19. The speaker recommends getting rid of the rose cuttings by
A. Putting them in the compost heap

B. Burning them
C. Breaking them up
D. Sell them
20. Roses should be sprayed
A. Just after pruning

B. Only with copper
C. Twice during the pruning process
D. Just before the cuttings are pruned

Complete the table below
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer
Life and Leisure Survey

John Connie
Feelings before the He felt (21)__________ before Was worried that people might be
survey beginning the interviews but people (22)__________ but people were
were sociable and welcoming. friendly and polite.
Usefulness --- Her group (23)___________ the
conversations which helped their
understanding.It gave an insight into
differences in (24)__________
Interview details Survey about sports, hobbies and Survey about people’s attitude to food
interests. Interviewed an (25) and drink. Frequency with which
_______ of men and women people drank (26)____________
Survey Findings Women less involved in teams than 18-35s ate more (29)_________ than
men - more focus on (27)___________ older age groups. Many people
(e.g. going to the gym). Hobbies preferred (30)_________ coffee
mentioned by over 18s included
(28)_____________, craftwork,
playing chess and watching sports.

SECTION 4
Questions 31-40
Question 31
Complete the sentence using NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS
31. The term 'the Goldilocks Effect' is being used to describe a situation where everything is ________.
Questions 32-36
Complete the summary below using words in the box below. Write the correct letter A-J in the answer
sheet.
Ecologists have used the term to describe how 32)…………………………..select which other creatures to
eat, as well as why 33)………………..……… that have a changeable water flow support more plant life. It
has been used by 34) …………………..………………to explain what constitutes a liveable planet. It has been
found that the role of 35)………………..…..……….plays a significant role in regulating the earth’s
temperature. However, some people believe that such optimism about the Earth’s ability to self-
regulate will not prevent us from continuing to release too many 36)…………………..……………..into the air.
A. shrimps B. earth scientists C. predators D. greenhouse gases E. cats

F. carbon dioxide G. botanists H. streams I. food webs J. bears
Questions 37 – 40
Complete each sentence with the correct ending A-G below
37. Astrobiologists use the concept of Goldilocks planets to

38. One of the key roles of the Kepler space mission is to
39. Psychologists think the Goldilocks effect of children’s attention could be
40. The speaker says that phrase may have
A. Applied to other learning situations.

B. Become overused and not theoretically robust.
C. Note that some planets are poisonous gas giants.
D. Added to learning materials.
E. Search for inhabitable planets.
F. Describe the right conditions to support life.
G. Become debated.
Reading 6
Questions 1 - 6
According to the information in the reading passage 'Travelling around the country with bus passes',
classify the following as relating to
A. The Travel Rider pass
B. The Flexi pass
C. The Destination pass
D. None of the above
Select the correct letter A-D in boxes 1-6.
1. Offers reductions for older people
2. Can be bought online
3. Allows travel by train
4. Has the option to take a cruise
5. Can be added to for more travel if required a
6. Is designed for urban transport

Questions 7 - 12
Answer the questions below using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBERfrom the passage
for each answer.
Type your in boxes 7 - 12on your answer sheet.
7. Which class is the cheapest?
8. Which class has been designed for new migrants?

9. How long is each computing class?
10. What is the maximum number of students allowed in the Spanish class?
11. Which class will help you use a modern camera better?
12. Which local painter will teach students how to use watercolours?
Questions 13 - 20
Answer the questions below using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBERfrom the
passage for each answer.
Type your in boxes 13 - 20 on your answer sheet.
13. Long hair must be ________.
14. Facial hair should be _______.
15. Employees should use little or no ______ because other staff may have a reaction.
16. A more relaxed approach to clothing is acceptable on ______
17. Seasonal changes only affect the appearance of people working _____
18. Ripped jeans and t-shirts with lettering are considered ________
19. If in doubt, the decision about appropriate dress is made by a ________.
20. If an employee is considered to be improperly dressed on a second occasion, they are required
to be _____ without delay.

Questions 21 to 27
In boxes 21-27 on your answer sheet write

21. All employees must belong to the company’s pension plan.
22. No pension scheme payments need to be made after 20 years of employment
23. Employees can now have their families covered under the company insurance for cheaper than
doing so privately
24. All staff must request to use a company car 48 hours before required.
25. Laptops must only be used for company business only.
26. Mobile phones should only be used for emergencies.
27. The working from home option is not a success.
Questions 28 - 30
Choose the correct letter, A, B, C or D.
28. The Eiffel Tower was
A. first built in Barcelona
B. the only design considered
C. selected by one man
D. built in time for an exposition
29. In Paris, some people
A. Argued that it was too expensive
B. Signed a petition in support of the project
C. Thought it would not last in the environment
D. Believed there was not enough room for the design
29. The Eiffel Tower
A. Is 2756 metres tall

B. Has a souvenir shop on the third floor
C. Has two restaurants
D. Is the oldest monument in Europe
Questions 31 - 33
Complete the summary using ONE WORD OR A NUMBERfrom Reading Passage 3 for each answer.
Despite some opposition, construction of the tower was concluded by the close of (31) ____. It was
almost dismantled in the early 1900s as its (32)____ had expired, but was kept because of the (33)____
which were used for telegraphic transfers.
Questions 34 - 40
for each answer.
34. Which famous person championed the construction of the Eiffel Tower?
35. On what floor of the tower can gifts be bought?
36. What is the most common way of accessing the three floors?
37. What does painting the Tower defend it from?
38. The Tower is painted using three shades of brown so that it appears what?
39. What was taller than the Eiffel Tower in 1930?
40. When are the illuminations switched on?

Practice test 7 – Reading
Sec 1
Questions 1 - 6
Answer the questions below using NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS from the passage for each answer.
Type your in boxes 1 - 6on your answer sheet.
1. What pets are not included in the sale?
2. What pet is currently unavailable?
3. What is the most expensive dog?
4. Apart from pets, what else can you buy at Masley Pets?
5. Who is the best person to ask about cats?
6. What is the cheapest pet in the shop?
Questions 7 - 12
Write your answers in boxes 7 to 12 on your answer sheet.
7. There is no charge to
A. bid for a vehicle
B. sell a vehicle
C. look over the vehicles
D. receive an auction listing
8. The auction listing
A. Tells you the year of the vehicle
B. Has a mechanics report on the vehicles

C. Gives the exact time of the auction
D. Will give an estimated price
9. Bidders
A. Need to clearly display the lot number of the vehicle
B. Should be in the auction room before the bidding is expected to start
C. Do not have to purchase a vehicle they have won the bid for
D. Can be any age
10. Winning bidders
A. Must remove the vehicle immediately
B. Can use any form of payment
C. Need to go to the Collections area
D. Can decide not to buy if the vehicle fails a mechanical inspection
11. Tarner’s auction house
A. Provide a warranty on vehicles sold
B. Ensure that there is no debt owed on the vehicles
C. Do not allow people in the car industry to bid
D. Auctions motorcycles and trucks
12. Sellers
A. Must contact the auction house before they bring a vehicle
B. Do not have to pay if their vehicle does not sell
C. Must give the auction house the vehicles paperwork if it sells
D. Must bring their vehicles in clean condition
Questions 13 - 16
Complete the summary using NO MORE THAN ONE WORDfrom the reading text for each answer.

Feelings of unfair [13]______ from workmates or superiors may come from being the victim of
workplace harassment. This is characterised by having your work or yourself overly criticised in
[14]______ , or by being prevented from the completion of your job through lack of access to
proper [15]______ . You may also find that [16]______ support (and are motivated by) the
perpetrator in actions against you.
Questions 17 - 21
Complete the summary using NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS from the reading text for each answer.
Questions 22 to 27

22. Safety glasses are mandatory at all times for staff on site
23. Visitors must sign the visitor book before being allowed to walk around the site without an
employee.
24. Employees’ families should not use the visitor car park.
25. Every employee is given an access card free
26. Food and drink is not permitted in the factories
27. Smoking is allowed only in certain areas.
Questions 28 to 33
In boxes 28 to 33 on your answer sheet write
28. The first reported sighting of the Loch Ness monster was in 1962
29. It is believed the idea for the Loch Ness monster may have come from other legends of the
time.
30. The last person who claims to have seen the Loch Ness monster has video footage.
31. There is evidence to suggest that the Loch Ness monster is related to the plesiosaur.
32. Testing of algae in the loch proved that the food source was insufficient to sustain Nessie.
33. Movement along a fault line could have caused Nessie to rise to the surface.
Questions 34 - 40
for each answer.
34. What is Nessie reported to have eaten when she was first seen?
35. What was Gordon Holmes suspected of doing to the video footage?
36. What common animal may have been caught on camera and mistaken as proof of Nessie?
37. Images of what caused an increase in the number of Nessie enthusiasts?
38. What can visitors hoping to see Nessie travel in?
39. Disturbances caused by what could have caused the creature to surface?
40. What has promoted tourism in the Loch Ness area in recent years?
LISTENING 7

SECTION 1
Questions 1-10
Questions 1-5
Answer the following questions 1-5 using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER.
EXAMPLE: Who does the customer want an appointment with? Susie
1. What appointment time is Amanda first offered?

2. On what days does the salon stay open late?
3. What time on Thursday they finally agree for an appointment?
4. What is Amanda doing in September?
5. What is the customer advised to bring to show the hairdresser?
Questions 6-8
Complete the following booking form using NO MORE THAN ONE WORD OR A NUMBER
Appointment Notes:
Customer chose High Light because:
Susie was 6.______ by Jane Sands
Customer Name and Details

First name: Amanda Family name: 7. ______
Contact phone number: Work number: 8.______
Questions 9-10
Which of the following TWO things are true for the hairdressing salon? Write A - F in boxes 9 and 10 of
your answer sheet.
A. It’s situated in shopping centre

B. It has recently moved location
C. It is next door to an electrical shop
D. Its neighbour is a chemist shop
E. Parking is a problem
F. Parking is unlimited and free

SECTION 2
Questions 11-20
Questions 11-15
Complete the summary using NO MORE THAN 3 WORDS.
Often due to financial necessity mothers return to work; others do so simply due to their own
11.______. Despite fears that day care may impact negatively on children many mothers believe there
are definite 12.______ advantages to children playing together.
Being able to compare options enables parents to be more fully informed; they should arrive at centres
with plenty of 13.______. Parents should try to get opinions from other people who have their children
at the centre and should talk to as many 14.______ as possible.
Preparing a tangible 15.______ of what they would like the centre to be will help parents choose.
Question 16 and 17
Which TWO of the following are NOT true of sickness in day centres? Write TWOletters A-E in boxes 16

and 17 on your answer sheet.
A. Sickness may occur more often

B. Exposure to additional germs can be beneficial
C. Most centres have a doctor or nurse stationed on the premises
D. Parents usually need to ensure vaccinations are up to date prior to enrolment
E. Centres are required to record accident and illness
Questions 18-20
Answer the following using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER.
18. What is the maximum number of children per staff member recommended by the American
Academy if the children are very young?
19. What should be monitored and possibly restricted for child safety?
20. In good centres, who may be involved in day to day practices?

SECTION 3
Questions 21-30
Questions 21-23
Answer the questions that follow using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS.
21. What is the minimum required length for the report?

22. How much of their reports have the students finished?
23. Where did the student find most of his research journals from?
Questions 24-27
Complete the missing information from the following table using words from the box below. Write your
answers in boxes 24-27 on your answer sheet.
Assertiveness power thoughtful

Violence colleagues inconsiderate
the spotlight calmly coherently
Intelligently confrontation
Type of behavior Traits/characteristics
Ability to put across your opinion effectively and 24.______________

Assertive behavior
while considering others.
Sometimes wrongly confused with 25.___________________ but is
Aggressive behavior different in that people may behave bossily, talk angrily and be
26._________________ of others’ needs and opinions.
Passive behavior Unlikely to voice unhappiness or opinions
Passive-aggressive Likely to want to avoid 27._______________________ but may talk behind
behaviour others’ backs.
Questions 28-30
Which of the THR
EE following tips for dealing with aggressive customers are praised by the students? Write letter A -
F in boxes 28-30 on your answer sheet.
A. Matching customer behaviour

B. Personalising the relationship
C. Serving efficiently
D. Showing respect
E. Referring to a supervisor
F. Giving options

SECTION 4
Questions 31-40
Questions 31-33
Decide if the following sentences are TRUE, FALSE or NOT GIVEN according to the listening passage.
Write T, F, or NG in boxes 31-33 on your answer sheet.
31. As an Australian territory, Norfolk island flies the Australian flag.

32. Phillip and Nepean island, unlike Norfolk island, do not wish to be self-governing.
33. Historic disagreement over the status of Norfolk island has now been settled.
Questions 34-36
Complete the following sentences usingNO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER.
34. The first settlers on the island arrived in the ______ century.
35. European interest in Norfolk island stemmed from the island’s ______ of trees.
36. Captain Cook was ______ at the time he named the island, that its namesake had already died.
Questions 37-40
Answer the following questions using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each of your answers.
37. Which country in the region had the largest supply of wood and timber?
38. What did Norfolk island not possess that made it attractive to the British settlers?
39. What proportion of the island’s population today has ancestral links with Pitcairn island?
40. What do many skilled workers who leave the island go in search of?
Reading 8
Questions 1 - 7
Classify the following as relating to which advertisement.
Write A-H in your answer sheet. Use each advert once only.
The advertiser...
1. ...is willing to travel after they have seen the item.
2. ...does not require payment
3. ...is selling something they were given
4. ...is selling because they are relocating
5. ...is missing an accessory
6. ...is not willing to change their price
7. ...is indifferent to the condition of the item
Questions 8 - 14
Answer the questions below using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS from the passage for each answer.
8. The cost to visit any of the local _____ is fixed.
9. You can book a water taxi using their ________
10. You can go fishing or spend some time on little known _________
11. The driver and the cost of _____ are included in the half day fishing trip.
12. The Harbour tour includes a visit to the world renowned _______.
13. The last thing passengers can see on the Harbour tour before going back to the wharf is
_______.
14. The harbour trip costs $45 and includes drinks and _____.
Question 15 - 19
Write your answer in box 15 - 19on your answer sheet.
15. Employee grievances
A. are avoided by a carefully worded contract.
B. can be minimised by having a clear procedure.
C. are often seen as positive.
D. must be responded to formally.
16. The establishment of a grievance process
A. often leads to friction.
B. can lead employees to feel victimised.
C. needs to be put in place at the beginning of a working relationship.
D. give the company the appearance of not being supportive.
17. A grievance
A. should first be addressed by those concerned.
B. can be mistaken for a lack of ability from the employee.
C. should go directly to senior management.
D. can only be raised at a management level.
18. Resolutions to grievances
A. need to be negotiated with a third party.
B. can often be found by clearing up a point of confusion.
C. are better found by senior management.
D. have a high cost.
19. Mediators or arbitrators can help resolve a difficult grievance because
A. they have more knowledge of the problem.

B. awards given are normally higher.
C. they have a time limit in place.
D. they are commonly selected by agreement from both parties.
Questions 20 to 25
20. Writing a good job advertisement follows the common pattern for selling a product.
21. The medium on which it is printed can affect the appearance of the advertisement.
22. Using upper case letters can make your message clearer to read.
23. The content should fill all of the advertising space.
24. Headings and subheadings should clearly define the job.
25. Readers often choose to ignore irregularly shaped advertisements
Questions 26 - 40
Questions 26 - 29

26. It was previously believed that biological processes slowed during sleep.
27. Teenagers lose less sleep than adults when they have a medical condition.
28. During the night, our sleep becomes increasingly deep.
29. Lack of sleep can cause heart problems and other medical conditions.
Questions 30 - 33
Complete the sentences below using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBERfrom the
passage for each answer.
30. REM sleep can help reduce _______.
31. During REM sleep, ________ are similar to those recorded whilst awake.
32. During Stage 1 NREM sleep, you can be _______ with little effort.
33. Suddenly being woken from deep sleep can cause _________.
Questions 34 and 35
Choose TWOletters, A-E.
Type your answers in boxes 34 and 35.
NB Your answers may be given in either order.
REM sleep..
A. Is more common for younger people
B. Is when we dream
C. may cause your extremities to move of their own accord
D. Lasts about an hour a night
E. Is when the brain is most relaxed
Questions 36 - 40
The reading passage has nine paragraphs, A-I.

Which paragraph contains the following information?
Type the correct letter A-I in boxes 36-40.
36. Differences in sleep patterns between generations
37. Brain activity is limited as resources are diverted
38. Repetition of the cycle
39. Dangers of accumulated lack of sleep
40. Increased activity during one stage of sleep

Listening 8

SECTION 1 Questions 1-10
Questions 1-2
Answer the following questions using NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS.
EXAMPLE: Approximately how long has the caller lived in the city? 10 days
1. When does the renter want to decide who will move in?
2. When do they actually decide to meet?
Questions 3 and 4
Which TWO of the following does the renter say the tenant will have in the room? Write the correct
letters in boxes 3 and 4 of your answer sheet.
A A new mattress
B A desk
C A chair
D A TV
E A chest of drawers
F A telephone
Questions 5-7
Complete the sentences below. Use NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS OR A NUMBER for each answer
The house has three floors and (5) ___________________ bedrooms.
The top floor contains one bedroom and a (6)___________________
The property also has a separate (7)_____________________

for the landlord’s guests on the ground floor
Questions 8-10
Choose the appropriate letters A-D and write the correct answers in boxes 8-10on your answer sheet.
8. The tenant will often have the kitchen to themselves because:

a. the students have a separate kitchen
b. the students often eat dinner at work
c. the landlord cooks for the students
d. the students always have takeaways
9. The dryer for clothes is

a. in the kitchen
b. on the terrace
c. on the ground floor
d. not for use by tenants
10. At three o’clock the landlord might:

a. be gardening
b. still be meeting with other people
c. be at work
d. be upstairs

SECTION 2
Questions 11-20
Questions 11-13
Complete the summary that follows usingNO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.
The chef says that the dish she is cooking is ideal for a family dinner or a 11. ______ for adults
requiring very little change. The chicken breasts should be cooked in a 12.______ oven dish. The chef
gives useful tips on how a fan in an oven can evenly distribute 13.______
Questions 14-15
Which TWO of the following does the chef say are true of the herb oregano?
A It’s easy to sprinkle on food

B It’s tastier when fresh
C It’s used in the majority of Italian dishes
D It has a lemony flavour
E It gives food a rounded flavour
F It’s a good accompaniment to many meat dishes
Questions 16-20
Complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.
Chicken with Feta Cheese
 Feta is from the Balkan countries and is a cheese with a 16.______ texture.
 For this dish you’d ideally need 17.______ pieces per person.
 Adding 18.______ is not necessary due to the flavour of the feta.
 Families might enjoy the dish along with steamed vegetables and potatoes or 19.______.
 Chicken thighs might be easier to cook than white meat because they are less likely to
20.______.
SECTION 3
Questions 21 – 30
Complete the flowchart using NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

SECTION 4
Questions 31-40
Questions 31-33
Choose the correct letter A, B or C.
31. Using the internet for research

A. is increasingly discouraged for academic study
B. has more dangers than advantages
C. is sometimes the only way to access certain materials
32. One of the main risks of internet research is
A. web pages are increasingly difficult to update
B. people in the same field may not have had the opportunity to comment on its value
C. information is potentially copyrighted
33. One well-known website
A. has purposefully added erroneous information
B. is considering allowing users to make modifications to texts
C. has suffered from users entering false or misleading information
Questions 34-40
Complete the summary below using NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS OR A NUMBER
The CARS method of evaluating internet sources
Credibility:
 who is [34]______ for the information given

 where they are (a [35]_______ to know exactly where the author(s) are based)
Accuracy:
 be aware of errors in grammar and spelling

 check for a [36]_______ stamp
Reasonableness
 should be written neutrally without being excessively emotional

 check that the web address is [37]______ to material you are researching
 [38]______ should not be mixed with the main content of the site
Support
 Make sure all claims can be substantiated

 Sources should be cited
 Corroborate information from at least [39]_______ different sites.
General note: as well as the CARS test, a good indicator of useful information is [40]_______

Reading 9
Questions 1 - 7
Complete the summaryUSING NO MORE THAN TWO WORDSfrom the passage for each answer.
Travels to the [1]_____ to see wildlife and forest before stopping close to [2]_____. Journey has views
across [3]_____. Costs £5.00 for children and older passengers - [4]_____ for passengers up to 5 years
old. A [5]_____ is required, which is refunded only if cancelled more than [6]_____ before departure.
People with certain phobias are advised that the train passes through [7]_____.
Questions 8 to 14
8. This is the first sale the Appliance Store has had.
9. Additional discounts are available to a limited number of people
10. All computer have 50% off
11. Computer accessories are more heavily discounted than laptops
12. All computer have the standard one year guarantee.
13. Buying more than one kitchen item will mean bigger savings
14. Plasma televisions have a bigger discount than LCD televisions.

Questions 15 to 20
Match the following statements to the job advertised in the readng passage.
A. Fruit pickers / packers
B. Labourer
C. Relief teacher
D. Web designer
E. Accountant
F. Care giver
Write the correct letter A - F in boxes 15-20 on your answer sheet.
15. Only limited travel required
16. Will not be in the same place each day
17. Must be able to drive specific equipment
18. Will need to relocate for the job
19. Will be temporarily replacing other staff
20. Income will be variable dependent on speed
Questions 21 - 28
for each answer.
Type your answers in boxes 21 - 28 on your answer sheet.
21. How many days off does a full time employee get?
22. How long before your holiday do you need to request time off?
23. What is the maximum length of holiday an employee can accrue?

24. If a public holiday is on a weekend, when does the employee have time off?
25. Special leave can be taken if it involves whom?
26. If the company feels that employees are taking advantage of certain leave entitlements, what
may be started?
27. How many weeks will employees be paid when on maternity leave?
28. What must be completed 56 days after the birth of the baby?
Questions 29 - 40
Questions 29 - 31
Write your answer in boxes 29 - 31 on your answer sheet.
29. Honeybees
A. ...have a rudimentary ability to convey information
B. ...have clearly segregated roles
C. ...are found in equal numbers of male and female
D. ...often relocate to areas with certain types of flower
30. Research conducted in the 1970s
A. ...was undertaken using traditional hives
B. ...determined that forager bees had special markings
C. ...closely studied the phenomenon of the honeybee body language
D. ...concluded that there was no discernible pattern to the movement of the bees
31. To identify that the source of nectar is close, forager bees
A. ...will repeatedly fly the same direction
B. ...will begin to move only when other bees are watching
C. ...will run straight forward
D. ...will repeat a pattern of flying in one direction then abruptly reversing direction
Questions 32 – 36
Complete the sentences below USING NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER.
Write your answer in boxes 32 - 36 on your answer sheet.
32. Von Frisch focussed on a number of _______ cues to deduce how bees communicated.
33. The bee will move forward for _______ for every 1000 metres away the food source is.
34. To locate the direction of the nectar, the forager will base its movements on the position of
______.
35. For food sources over 150 metres away, the forager will indicate distance with a _______
dance.
36. It has been argued that _______ as well as movement may help to locate food sources.
Questions 37 - 40
In boxes 37 - 40 on your answer sheet write
37. Drone bees communicate using a complicated set of movements.
38. The honeybee dance is performed until a number of other bees join in the collection of the
nectar.
39. The honeybee dance is only performed when the sun is visible.
40. Wenner concluded that a matching smell will help bees find the rough area of the nectar but
not the specific source.
Listening 9

SECTION 1
Questions 1-5
Complete the form below using NO MORE THAN ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER.
Four star insurance claim

Example: Customer policy number: NK 143
1. Customer name: John __________

2. Address: __________ Long Road, Garlston
3. Number of vehicles insured: __________
Claim regarding: Ford Escort
4. Year of car: __________

5. Registration number: ZK __________
Question 6
Which illustration matches the damage described by the customer?
Write A, B, C or D in box 6.
A B
C D
Questions 7 to 10
Answer the questions below using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
7. How long does the insurance company think the repairs will take?
8. Which mechanics can the customer take the car to for repairs?
9. What does the customer need to get if the first garage wants to charge too much?
10. What does the Gold Standard insurance mean the customer can have while the car is being
repaired?
11.

12. SECTION 2
13. Questions 11-20
Questions 11-15
14. Complete the sentences below using NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND / OR A NUMBER.
15. 11. The Gathering 2014 event exceeded ______ with regards to its success
12. Clann members had a common bond but were not necessarily ______ related.
13. People who ______ the chief ran the risk of being disowned and excluded.
14. These days, people with the chief’s family name are ______ considered part of the clann.
15. Planning for the event began in ______.
16.
17. Questions 16-18

18. Do the following statements relate to:
19. (a) Scotland
(b) The USA
(c) Canada
(d) None of the above
20. Write your answer A-D in spaces 16 to 18 of your answer sheet.
21. 16. More than 300 Scottish festival and sporting events are held there every year.
17. The clann society there was set up in 1960.
18. Efforts are made to increase interest in heritage amongst teenagers.
22.
23. Questions 19-20

24. Is the information in the following sentences TRUE, FALSE or NOT GIVENaccording to the
listening passage?
Write TRUE, FALSE or NOT GIVEN in boxes 19 and 20 of your answer sheet.
25. 19. Spectators came from all around the world to watch the celebrations.
20. A music parade was held on the Sunday night.

SECTION 3
Questions 21-25
Answer the questions using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS OR A NUMBER for each of your answers.
21. When did Manchester host the Commonwealth Games?

22. Manchester was recognised as being the fastest growing city in the UK in terms of what in 2007?
23. Manchester has a significant what in relation to textiles and cotton?
24. Which country is given as an example that uses the term ‘manchester’ to mean household
linen?
25. What is turned into usable thread during the process of cotton spinning?
Questions 26-28
Is the information in the following sentences TRUE, FALSE or NOT GIVENaccording to the listening

passage?
Write T, F or NG in boxes 26-28 of your answer sheet.
26. Manchester’s position as an industrial centre was not established until the mid 1840s.
27. The chemical industry in Manchester began due to the need to colour cloth.
28. The infrastructure struggled to deal with the rapidly expanding population.
Questions 29-30
Complete the notes using NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS.
Liverpool Manchester Railway Manchester Ship Canal
Opened 15th Sept 1830 Built 1887-1894

Allowed access to the 29._________ in Liverpool, Cost 15 million pounds/1.22 billion pounds today.
which Manchester being an inland city did not Not 30.______________ for many modern day
possess. craft.

SECTION 4
Questions 31 – 40
Indigenous Dugout Canoes of the World
 Dugout canoes are still used today in some countries for transport, commerce and 31..........
 The 32 ..........of the wood determines how strong and durable the the canoe will be
 Canoe needs to be strong to be able to carry sailors and 33..........
 An outrigger is a log that is attached 34.......... to the main hull
Questions 35 – 40
Match each country or region with the appropriate information by selecting the correct letter A – G.
NB: Some letters will not be used and some letters may be used more than once.
A. New Zealand
B. The Netherlands
C. Ireland
D. Germany
E. the South Pacific
F. Africa
G. Pacific North-West
35 home to oldest known canoe
36 possibly one of the first outrigger dugouts
37 took designs from other native craft work
38 a modern re-enactment of an ocean crossing
39 consisted of several sections tied together with plant fibre
40 noted for their early use of sails

Listening 10

SECTION 1
Questions 1-10
Complete the notes below using NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS or a NUMBER
Questions 1-5
Booking details:
Example Month of booking: July
Length of stay: 1.______ nights
Departure date: 2.______
Group details:
Number of adults: 3.______
Number of children: 2
Booking name: Julia 4.______
Contact phone number: 5.______
Questions 6-10
Answer the following questions using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS or a NUMBER
6. Who recommended the campsite to the customer?

7. What does the campsite owner say are wonderful from the campsite?
8. What are 10p pieces needed for?
9. What are free for guests and available in reception?
10. Where will they be travelling before they arrive at the campsite?

SECTION 2
Questions 11-20
Questions 11-15
Complete the sentences below using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS OR A NUMBER.
11. All the ingredients used in Glengarret whisky are ________.

12. The Gaelic word for whisky means ________.
13. Exports of Scotch grossed _____ billion pounds in 2007.
14. _______ whiskies are the best selling type of whisky.
15. The Glengarret distillery was first established in ________.
Questions 16-20
Complete the flowchart below using one of the choices in the table for each answer. Use each choice
once only. Write the correct letter A - L in the boxes.
A. FURNACE B. BARLEY C. COARSE
D. GRIST E. PEAT F. SMOKY
G. DRIED H. DISTLLED I. MATURED
J. STIRRED K. HOT WATER L. OTHER DEBRIS

SECTION 3
Questions 21-30
Questions 21-24
21. The meeting has been arranged because

A. the tutor has some concerns about the student’s academic progress
B. it is an opportunity for the student to discuss his academic performance
C. the tutor is checking whether there is anything that can be done to support the student
22. The student

A. is happy with his achievements in languages
B. feels his classmates are performing better than him in some subjects
C. feels that that the tutor should be offering more support
23. The student has a part time job

A. arranged by the tutor
B. to get work experience
C. three days a week
24. The student feels

A. he needs to focus a little more on his studies
B. that a study plan would be helpful
C. that his work is interfering with his studies
25. A study group

A. might help the students discuss issues they find difficult
B. means that the students can approach the tutor together
C. cannot be held near the library
Questions 26-30
Answer the following questions using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER.
26. Where are the French lectures held?

27. What’s wrong with the student’s bicycle?
28. When does the first bus leave?
29. What does the tutor recommend joining during the semester break?
30. What additional funds did the student try to get?

SECTION 4
Questions 31-40
Complete the summary below using NO MORE THAN ONE WORD
Brain drain occurs when technically skilled and/or 31.____________ workers leave a particular country,
usually due to 32.______________ instability, safety or health-related reasons. Brain drain has a
negative impact on the country the individuals leave due to the associated economic
33.________________. The term ‘brain drain’ was first used to describe migration from
34.________________ to America after the war.
Questions 35-38
Decide which of the answers the statements refer to.
Choose your answers from the list and write the correct letter A-D next to questions 35-37
a. America
b. Canada
c. Neither America or Canada
d. Both America and Canada
35. Has experienced brain drain due to difficult living conditions.

36. Incentives were offered to encourage early settlers to stay
37. Brain drain activity decreased between the 1920s and the 1960s.
38. Is thought to offer superior research opportunities.
Questions 39 and 40
Answer the following questions using NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.
39. The fall in what makes it even more important for governments to attract skilled migrants to their
country?
40. What is it easier for immigrants to smaller towns to earn than those in larger cities in relation to
the domestic population?
Listening 11

SECTION 1
Questions 1-10
Questions 1-4
Complete the notes below
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
Whitecliff Hotel
Which season’s promotions is the caller enquiring about?

Example answer: Winter
Long weekend specials need to be booked for a minimum of 1. __________________.
A 5% discount, airport pick up and 2._________________ at a London airport is included in the

weekly packages.
The caller will travel to the hotel by 3.________________.
Accommodation options:
 Room only
 Room + breakfast
 Room + breakfast + dinner
 Room + breakfast + dinner (on the 4.__________________ night only).
Questions 5 and 6
Choose letters TWO answers from the list and write the correct letter A-E next to questions 5 and 6.
Which two of the following statements are true?
A. The booking is for one week.

B. Breakfast for the duration of the stay costs £50.
C. The Indian restaurant is the furthest from the hotel.
D. The caller is booking a double room.
E. The most expensive appetizers on the regular menu cost £25.
Questions 7-10

Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer
7. The customer’s credit card number is 799______.

8. The phone number given is for the customer’s ______.
9. The purpose of the visit is house-hunting and ______.
10. The entry fee to Hardwell Castle includes a free tour of the ______.

SECTION 2
Questions 11 – 20
Questions 11 - 15
11 Queenstown Wildlife Sanctuary has been operating since

A 1994.
B 2002.
C 2004.
12 Nowadays, the main focus of the sanctuary is on

A education.
B conservation.
C entertainment.
13 The sanctuary is closed to the public on

A weekends.
B Thursdays.
C Mondays.
14 Visitors can join the conservation club by asking

A at the gift shop.
B at the reception desk.
C one of the staff.
15 Special tours are available for

A international groups.
B conservation club members.
C school children.
Questions 16 - 17
Choose TWO letters, A-E.
Which TWO things are visitors NOTallowed to do in the kiwi house?
A. eat food
B. use flash photography
C. bring bags
D. make loud noises
E. talk on mobile phones
Questions 18 – 20
Complete the flowchart below. Use NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS or NUMBERS for each answer.
The Conservation Cycle

SECTION 3
Questions 21 to 30
Questions 21 and 22
21 Robert is having difficulty with

A chemistry.
B economics.
C mathematics.
22 Fiona suggests that Robert
A change his major to communications.
B go to the library.
C contact his tutor.
Questions 23 – 25
23 What is the subject of Robert’s essay?
24 What is the required word-length of the essay?
25 How much time has Robert spent on the essay already?
Questions 26 – 30
Complete the table below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each
answer.
Title Year Author Publisher

26_______________ 2008 Tom Jackson Oxford University
Economics Research 27_______________ 28 Jane ________ Cambridge University
29_______________ 2006 Michaela Petty 30_______________

SECTION 4
Questions 31 – 40
Questions 31 – 34
31. What is the subject of this week’s lecture?

A The Letter of Credit
B The Bill of Lading
C The Certificate of Origin
32. Who produces the Bill of Lading?

A The Bank
B The Shipping Company
C The Customs Department
33. Who pays to receive the Bill of Lading?

A The Exporter
B The Shipping Company
C The Importer
34. Who receives the Bill of Lading from the Exporter’s bank?

A The Exporting Company
B The Importer
C The Importer’s Bank
Questions 35 – 38
Complete the document below.
The Bill of Lading
SHIPPING LINE
35………………………………………………………………
Southern
Shipping

36………………………………………………………………

37…………………………………………………………….

VESSEL: Southern Cross
38 ……………………………………………………….….: Sydney, Australia
PORT OF DISCHARGE: Tokyo, Japan
PLACE OF DELIVERY: Yokohama, Japan
Questions 39 – 40
Complete the summary below.
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.
The Bill of Lading is a document used to control the 39…………………………………………………. of goods from

one country to another country, and it shows in written form who is responsible for the cargo. The Bill
moves from one company to the next until it arrives at the
importing 40…………………………………………………….
and then, after all other requirements are met, the transaction is complete.

Raading 10
The reading passage has seven paragraphs A - G.
Choose the correct heading for paragraphs B-G from the list of headings below.
Type the correct number i-xiin boxes 1-6
i. Take precautions
ii. Certain restrictions at the event
iii. Music lessons
iv. Exhibitors plying their trade
v. Restaurant facilities
vi. Weather forecast
vii. Reduced parking conditions
viii. National and international talent
ix. Tastes to savour
x. Fun for all the family
xi. Access to the event
1. Paragraph B
2. Paragraph C
3. Paragraph D
4. Paragraph E
5. Paragraph F
6. Paragraph G
Questions 7 to 14
Questions 7 to 10
7. All classes are available at least twice a week
8. ‘Awesome Abs’ is the shortest class.
9. One of the classes is only available at the weekend.
10. You need to book a spot to join the X-Ride class
Questions 11 - 14
Answer the questions below using ONE WORD ONLY from the passage for each answer.
11. Which class recommends some experience?
12. Which class has the fewest possible students?
13. Which class reduces stress by using fighting positions?
14. Which class will teach you skills you practice outside the gym?
Questions 15 - 19
for each answer.
15. Attendees on the 3 day conference will be staying where?
16. Who is required to go to the training session on a new computer programme?

17. What will people completing the Health and Safety Level 1 course be awarded?
18. How many sessions do staff need to attend to obtain a fork lift licence?
19. Which training event can employees take wives or husbands to?
Questions 20 - 24
Complete the notes below using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS from the passage for each answer.
20. Induction programmes should consider orientation and _______ of new employee
21. Need to balance between the information given and keeping focussed on _____ into the new
workplace.
22. Inductions can also be useful for ____ who are not directly employed but will be working with
the company.
23. Research conducted in _______ found that there is a link between morale and the induction
programme.
24. The ideal induction should not be handled by _______ alone
Questions 25 - 29
Match a responsiblity from the list with the correct role A-E.
A. HR department
B. Manager / supervisor
C. Safety Officer
D. Colleague
E. Senior manager
25. The ideal choice for getting to know other staff
26. Responsible for collecting personal information
27. Covers aspects of law relating to the workplace
28. How the employee’s immediate environment is structured
29. The company’s organisation and background

Questions 30 to 33
30. The Montgolfier brothers were the first people to fly in a hot air balloon
31. Hot air ballooning became less popular in the nineteenth century
32. The largest hot air balloon had a capacity of over 75000 cubic metres
33. Membership of the BFA is only open to people in America
Questions 34 - 36
for each answer.
34. Who accompanied the entrepreneur on the longest balloon flight?
35. Who follows a hot air balloon’s flight to retrieve the craft when it lands?
36. What can give newcomers to the sport some idea of the feeling of flying a balloon?
Questions 37 - 40
Label the diagram below using NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS from the passage for each answer.
Type your answer in boxes 37 - 40 on your answer sheet.

37. A=
38. B=
39. C=
40. D=

Reading 11
Questions 1-7
Complete each sentence with the correct ending A-L below.
Write the correct letter A-L in boxes 1-7 on your answer sheet.
A. For a period of at least two years.

B. For only one individual
C. Is cheaper than business prices
D. When moving abroad
E. For family members with the same name
F. Cannot be used by businesses.
G. Is the most costly arrangement to set up.
H. Cannot be arranged to overseas addresses
I. As it may help prevent criminal activity
J. Online by private householders and business owners
K. One of three ways in which to arrange redirection of mail.
L. Must indicate the new address
1. Redirection of post can be arranged

2. Arranging redirection of mail is advised
3. Business may choose
4. Debit or credit cards for online application
5. Published fees for householders apply
6. Redirection to an international address
7. The redirection service for larger and heavier items of mail
Questions 8-13
Look at the following list of statements (Questions 8-13) relating to 6 classical music festival venues.
Match the statement with the correct venue A-F.
A. Seabridge Resort
B. Townhall
C. Maritime building
D. Cruza bar
E. The Sailor’s Arms
F. Scenic Falls resort
8. This venue cannot be reached by shuttle bus.
9. Visitors who want to see the special guests perform in Seabridge must go here.
10. This venue is making alterations to its usual opening times during the festival.
11. Festival events will be held outside.
12. Visitors leaving here by free transport must be ready to go on the hour or half/hour.
13. The function of this venue has changed over time.
Questions 14 - 19
Questions 14 and 15
Write your answers in boxes 14 and 15 on your answer sheet.
14. If errors occur in the workplace, it is recommended to:

A. Hold a face to face meeting with the person responsible
B. Give a detailed explanation of the problem to the manager
C. See the manager face to face and suggest a resolution.
D. Communicate the problem to all involved by email
15. Email is a useful tool for:

A. Keeping all parties informed of all developments in the workplace
B. Arranging face to face meeting
C. Allowing other people to pass on positive information
D. Communicating with employees when issues occur.
Questions 16 - 19
Complete the summary using NO MORE THAN TWO WORDSfrom the reading text for each answer.
Considering how others perceive you and how you relate to them is important in the
workplace. Acknowledging 16.______________________ such as birthdays, successes, arrival of
new employees helps build rapport with others in the workplace. Never try to take all the
credit for good work done yourself. Making an 17._____________________ that work has been
finished well and passing on thanks to people who achieved this by email is recommended. This
18.________________ is a valuable way of demonstrating leadership skills and winning the
support of others. If you are the kind of person who causes 19.________________________ and
not harmony at work, you may be overlooked time after time when it comes to promotion.
Questions 20 - 25
Look at the information about the considerations when choosing a career A-E in the reading text
opposite. For which options are the following statement true?
Write the correct letter A-E in boxes 20 - 25 on your answer sheet. NB. You may use any letter more
than once.
20. Potential employees may specifically analyse this when considering applicants for a job.
21. Acceptance of a demanding working situation early on in a career can lead to long term
rewards.
22. Unpaid employment can add value from employers’ perspectives.
23. Negative feelings are likely to interfere if this is not aligned with the company’s culture.
24. Career advancements are more likely if this is properly taken into account.
25. Job location is important when fulfilling this consideration.
Questions 26 - 29
The reading passage has six paragraphs A - F.
Choose the correct heading for paragraphs B-D and Ffrom the list of headings below.
Type the correct number i-viiiin boxes 26-29.
i. Customer inequality
ii. Monopoly control
iii. Historic changes in dependence
iv. State statistics
v. Shift in responsibilities increases vulnerability
vi. Preying on the unemployed
vii. Identifying worst-hit victims

viii. Already expensive, yet always on the increase
26. Paragraph B
27. Paragraph C
28. Paragraph D
29. Paragraph F
Questions 30 -35
Look at the following list of statements based on pharmaceuticals.

Match the statement with the correct person A-E.
A. Susan Miller
B. Simon Bell
C. Lynne Bennett
D. Janet Abbotts
E. Peter Stantham
30. Research indicates that medicines are not being taken correctly due to financial concerns.
31. The benefits of high pricing can be passed on to patients by the pharmaceutical companies.
32. Some organisations receive financial advantages from pharmaceutical companies.
33. Cheaper drugs are less likely to be taken than more expensive varieties.
34. More companies now and in the future may not include healthcare in their employment
packages.
35. Current costings used by drug companies are fair and acceptable.
Questions 36 - 40
Complete the notes using NO MORE THAN TWO WORDSAND/OR A NUMBER from the reading
passage.
Type the correct words in boxes 36-40 on your answer sheet.
The amount of money spent by US citizens on prescription drugs has a growth rate of (36)_________
per annum.
Retail prices are (37)_________ increased by pharmaceutical manufacturers, often several times a
year.
The price of Claritinincreased overall by more than 50% during its time on the market and prior to its
(38)_________ expiring.
Traditional expectations of who will provide healthcare is being affected by (39)_________
Due to concerns over the need to reduce (40)_________, employers may not cover healthcare to the
extent it has been covered in the past.
Listening

SECTION 1
Example:
The customer went to South Africa
A. last month
B. last week
C. last year. C
Questions 1-10
Questions 1 and 2
Choose the correct letter A–C.
1 The travel agent:
A. thinks Europe is a good destination

B. can personally recommend Vancouver
C. does not think America is a good choice.
2 The customer:
A. is going to Europe next year

B. knows people living in Canada
C. wants to go to the warmest place.
Questions 3 to 6
Complete the form using NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER.
The Travel Depot flight reservations

Customer’s name: Jim (3)____________
Address 10 Allen Road, Oldham
Destination Vancouver, Canada
Contact number: 0151 (4)____________(home)
Flight number (5)____________
Length of stay (nights): (6)____________
Questions 7 to 10
Complete the sentences below USING NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS OR A NUMBER
7. The travel agent recommends some form of (7) ____________ cover for peace of mind.
8. There are two types of cover, but the best cover is offered with the (8) ____________ Star
policy.
9. The client can see a play at the theatre for $ (9) ____________ .
10. The flight and the insurance together costs £ (10) ____________ .

SECTION 2
Questions 11-20
Questions 11-15
Select the correct answers A-C.
11. Who is the speaker addressing?

A. Property agents
B. people selling houses
C. people in the countryside
D. people buying second homes
12. Rental property in the city

A. is very easy to find
B. is becoming more difficult to find
C. is an investment opportunity
D. Is often the only option
13. Lisa Brown believes

A. most people will own their own home at some time
B. there is a psychological factor involved in owning your own home
C. most young people need a deposit before they can buy a house.
14. Property in the countryside is becoming more popular because

A. people want to get away from the city
B. some parts of the city are becoming overcrowded
C. the concept of the home office means that some people don’t need to go into work
D. public transport is beginning to serve outlying areas.
15. What kind of properties does the speaker specialise in?
A. commercial
B. investment
C. first homes
D. rural
Questions 16 t
o 20
Answer the following questions USING NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS OR A NUMBER
16. What end of the market are the properties?

17. What does the speaker compare buying houses with?
18. What kind of equity can be the result of buying a property when the market is high?
19. How does she describe careful but successful property investment?
20. How can you ask the speaker a question?

SECTION 3
Questions 21-30
Questions 21 to 24
Answer the following questions USING NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND / OR A NUMBER
21. How long is the radio show?

22. What does the programme focus on every week?
23. Where is Professor Ripley from?
24. According to Professor Ripley, what animals do people most associate with the African bush?
Questions 25 to 28
Complete the table below using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS OR A NUMBER.
Threats Natural habitat Population

African lions bush Estimated to be(25)_________
Tigers (26) ___________ forests and plains fewer than (27) ________
Snow leopards Expansion of(28) ___________ high-altitude pastures
Questions 29 and 30
Circle the appropriate letter A–D.
29 Where is the WWF currently funding projects to help the snow leopard?
A. Nepal, Pakistan and Bhutan

B. Nepal and Pakistan
C. Bhutan and Nepal
D. Pakistan and Bhutan
30 Listeners should telephone
A. immediately if they want to put forward an opinion

B. during the commercial break
C. in 10 minutes if they have anything they want to ask the professor
D. if they have any information regarding pumas or jaguars.

SECTION 4
Questions 31-40
Question 31
Circle the correct answer A–C.
31 The students will be listening to...
A. a lecture on overpopulation
B. last Monday's lecture
C. a guest speaker
Questions 32 to 36
Complete the table below using TWO WORDS OR A NUMBER.
42 million adults (32) ________________________
50 million adults have the reading ability of a (33) ________________-year-old.
Increasing by around (34) ______________ and a quarter million per year.
Illiteracy costs
Unemployment Unrealised earnings Literacy programmes

cost (in billions of US dollars) (35)$ _______ 237 (36)$ _______
Question 37
Circle the appropriate letter A–D.
37. Illiteracy is increasing because many young learners are
A. not being taught how to break words into sounds

B. given word lists which are too long
C. not challenged enough in the classroom.
Questions 38 to 40
Complete the summary below USING NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS.
English is made up of 26 letters, with 44(38) _________ and 70 ways of (39)_________. Unsuccessful

teaching practices persist, however, because reading is (40) _________ .
Reading 12
Questions 1 - 6
Match each statement with the correct shop.
Write the correct answer A-Hin boxes 1 -6 on your answer sheet
1. The shop on level 1 that stays open the latest during the week.
2. The best place to buy a birthday card.
3. Sells items similar to Pam’s Designs.
4. Has no changes in opening hours.
5. The best place to buy music.
6. Is open on the fewest days
List of shops
A. Derek Smith Electrical
B. Pam’s Designs
C. Superquik Auto
D. Marbacks
E. Get Ahead
F. Craft World
G. Michael Hall
H. Pepper Pot
Questions 7 to 12
Do the following statements agree with the information given?

7. New members can have any four DVDs for half price.
8. Membership cards can be used by other people.
9. New release DVDs must be returned the next morning.
10. A single recent release DVD is cheaper than a single new release DVD.
11. Damaged DVDs will automatically mean membership is cancelled.
12. You can rent a maximum of 7 DVDs at one time
Questions 13 - 20
Answer the questions below using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER from the text
for each answer.
13. Where is most of the accommodation available through Holiday Homes Online located?
14. For how long each year must accommodation be available to be listed with Holiday Homes
Online?
15. Where will employees have the opportunity to relocate to in the future?
16. Apart from families, who are the main clients of the company?
17. Applicants must be able to speak one of which two languages ?
18. What skills will be tested at the interview?
19. What can be downloaded from the website?
20. What will be paid back to interviewees?
Questions 21 to 28

21. The job offered is for an initial period of one year.

22. The new Project Manager will receive a financial incentive if their performance meets
requirements.
23. The current Project Manager is leaving the company.
24. The Human Resources Manager will deliver the health and safety induction.
25. The meeting held in the Board Room is the longest of the day.
26. The financial Services Team will present their ideas to the new manager in the last meeting.
27. Company staff are free to access the offices at weekends if they need to work over time.
28. Security staff patrol the offices car park.
Questions 29 - 34
The reading passage opposite has seven paragraphs A-G.
Choose the correct heading for paragraphs B to G from the list of headings below.
Write the correct number i-x in boxes 29-34 on your answer sheet.
List of Headings
i. A change in methods
ii. The falling level of addiction
iii. Biological changes and associated risks
iv. The long term damage of addiction
v. Disagreements about definition
vi. Advice for those involved
vii. The changing nature of addiction in children
viii. The lack of clarity in modern interpretations of addiction
ix. Modern label for taking addiction to extremes
x. Not all addictions are cause for concern
ExampleParagraph A Answer viii
29. Paragraph B
30. Paragraph C
31. Paragraph D
32. Paragraph E
33. Paragraph F
34. Paragraph G
Questions 35 - 40
Choose NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS from the passage for each answer.
Write your answers in boxes 35-40 on your answer sheet.
35. It is increasingly difficult to differentiate between an addiction and what?
36. What can soft addictions can lead to a decline in?
37. Addictions that involve consumption of a drug and have a clear connection with what?
38. What specific addiction has increased considerably over recent years?
39. In some cases, addictions should actually be labelled as what?
40. Extreme addictions often have what kind of root cause?

SECTION 1 Questions 1 – 10
Example: How long has the man been in the city?

A One year
B One month
C Six months
Questions 1 – 4
1 What category is the man interested in?

A Platinum
B Gold
C Silver
2 How much will the man pay for the 6 month membership?
A $400
B $600
C $700
3 What facility will the man use the most?

A Aerobic exercise
B Muscle-Building exercise
C Sport
4 Which facility does the club NOT have at present?

A Swimming pool
B Tennis courts
C Squash courts
QUESTIONS 5 – 6
Choose TWO LETTERS from the following list.
What TWO FACILITIES does the man want added to the Gym?
A Lockers
B Closer parking
C Light snacks and drinks
D Showers
E Personal Trainer
5. __________
6. __________
QUESTIONS 7 – 10
Complete the notes. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
Name: Robert 7 ...............................................................
Address: 8 ………………………………………………………………………….
Email: 9 ......................................... @kingsland.com
The man rates the gym as 10 ............................................................

SECTION 2
Questions 11 – 20
Questions 11 - 15
11 The tour group will be travelling to their hotel by

A taxi.
B shuttle bus.
C public bus.
12 The group is advised not to
A travel alone.
B bring too much cash.
C go to the bank.
13 At the hotel the group will receive
A free local calls.
B free breakfasts.
C free meals.
14 The tour will take place over
A three days.
B three weeks.
C thirty days.
15 The tour will end
A on Tuesday.
B on the 20th.
C at the museum.
Questions 16 – 18
Complete the table below. Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.
Day Main Attraction Remember to Bring Activity

Tuesday 16_______________ Camera Sightseeing
Wednesday Harbour Cruise Sunscreen lotion 17_______________
Thursday 18. ____________and olympic pool ----- Soaking and swimming
Questions 19 - 20
Choose TWO letters, A-E.Which TWO things are the group advised that they must do on the final day?
A. visit duty free stores

B. take a lot of photos
C. pack their bags carefully
D. convert their foreign currency
E. complete a customs declaration form

SSECTION 3
Questions 21 – 30
Questions 21 and 22

21 Student Learning Centre workshops are held

A twice a week.
B every two weeks.
C two weeks per year.
22 The duration of each workshop is

A 55 minutes.
B 60 minutes.
C 90 minutes.
Questions 23 – 26
Complete the table below.Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
TOPIC DAY START TIME

Planning Tuesday 23 __________
24_______________ Wednesday 10 a.m.
25_______________ Thursday 26__________
Questions 27 and 28
Choose TWO letters, A-E. Which TWO areas does the Learning Centre NOT offer workshops on?
A. Proofreading
B. Referencing
C. Planning
D. Binding
E. Writing style
Questions 29 and 30
Answer the questions below. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each
answer.
29 When does the Learning Centre staff member advise the student to arrive?
30 What does the student need to bring with her to attend the workshops?

SECTION 4
Questions 31 – 40
Questions 31 – 34
Complete the table below.
The Life and Times of Ludwig von Beethoven
WHO? WHAT? WHAT YEAR?

Beethoven Born 31………......…….
Mozart Heard Beethoven 32…….…………….
Joseph Hayden Met Beethoven 1790
Beethoven Moved back to Vienna 33…….…………….
Beethoven Wrote First Symphony 34…………………..
Beethoven Wrote Ninth Symphony 1824
Beethoven Died 1827
Questions 35 – 37
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS OR A NUMBER for each answer.
35 How many symphonies did Beethoven write in the traditional style?
36 Which symphony was influenced by Beethoven's health issues?
37 How many operas did Beethoven write?

Questions 38 – 40
Write no more than TWO WORDS for each answer.
One of Beethoven’s greatest works, his final symphony, was the Ninth Symphony. It was completed in
1824 and first performed in the same year. For the first time, a symphony used 38 _________________
and the words that were sung were taken from the famous ‘Ode to Joy’, a 39 ___________________
written by Friedrich Schiller, which was originally written in 1785. The written music to this symphony
has since been added to the List of 40 ______________collected by the United Nations.
Reading
Questions 1 - 6
1. The Mega Plan has 4 times the amount of data than the Lite Plan.
2. It is free to upgrade to a higher plan.
3. A technician will need to visit the house for customers upgrading their plan.
4. New customers can cancel their plans at any time.
5. International calling is cheaper with the Ultimate pack.
6. The Ultimate pack is only available to new customers.
Questions 7 to 12
Classify as referring to the following:
NB The same answers may be used more than once.
A. Titirangi Village Market

B. Bakers Market
C. Glendene Farmers Market
D. Oratia Music and Book fair
E. Kumeu Country Market
F. Avondale Markets
7. Has the highest entry fee
8. Will give any entrance money to a worthwhile cause
9. Has live music later in the day than any of the other markets
10. Is the best place to try food from different countries
11. Does not have a lot of parking
12. Has entertainment for children
Questions 13 - 19
Questions 13 - 15
Complete the summary below USING NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS.
The previous Expo had in excess of 30,000 people, and is focused on professionals that already have
(13)________ , rather than new graduates who may have skills but not the familiarity with the
workplace. There will be (14)________ where you can find out more about useful information such how
to apply to live and work overseas, all delivered by experts, and is designed to be an opportunity to
meet people in person. Visitors should be ready to travel within (15)__________ of the Expo.
Questions 16 - 19
Match a company name with a statement. Write A-D as you answer.
A. Specifies a period of previous employment history
B. Has a financial incentive to agree to a longer term of employment
C. Money employees earn depends on success rate
D. Does not have the potential to be a permanent position
16. Galaxy Pharmaceuticals
17. HydroTech
18. Distance couriers
19. Telex
Questions 20 to 26

20. Employees who do not work at Head Office can drive to the hotel
21. The Chairman will be presenting prizes in the afternoon
22. Speeches on Friday evening will not just be from people from within the company
23. Teams will be competing on Saturday morning
24. All facilities at the Pacific Palms Resort Spa are included in the weekend trip
25. Tony Rollins has come from the USA specifically for this team building weekend
26. Management expect the upcoming team building weekend to be better than the previous year

Questions 27 - 40
Questions 27 - 32
Choose the most suitable headings for sections A–F from the list below. Use each heading once only.
i. A question of time
ii. Lack of teacher training
iii. Student success
iv. The argument for flexibility
v. Importance of teaching experience
vi. Extra-curricular pressures
vii. The benefits of a varied curriculum
viii. Imbalanced focus
ix. Overreliance on examinations
x. Quality of quantity?
27. Section A
28. Section B
29. Section C
30. Section D
31. Section E
32. Section F
Questions 33 - 37
Do the following statements agree with the views of the writer?
In boxes 33 -37 on your answer sheet write
Write YES if the statement agrees with the writer

NO if the statement does not agree with the writer
NOT GIVEN if there is no information about this in the passage
33. Classes are often too short.

34. No subjects can be comprehensively learned without time to discuss and debate the facts.
35. Tests are a fair measure of ability.
36. Schools are trying to be responsible for too many aspects of a child’s education.
37. Future changes in the curriculum will improve the situation.
Questions 38 - 40
Complete the summary below using NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS from the text.
Too much emphasis is placed on learning (38)__________. The modern school curriculum is largely a
response to increased (39)__________ for which graduates are expected to have a much broader
general knowledge. One potential solution to this could be to give individual schools (40)__________
regarding what is taught.
Listening

SECTION 1
Questions 1-10
Questions 1-5
Complete the form below.
Southern Rental Car
Name: William (1) ______________
Address: 10 (2) __________ Nelson
Contact number: (3) ______________
Payment by (4) ______________
Card No. 4550 1392 8309 3221
Card expiry date: July 20XX
Rental period: (5) ______________ days
Questions 6 to 10
Answer the following questions USING NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS OR A NUMBER
6. How much is the car per day?

7. What does the price include?
8. Who will he be visiting?
9. What kind of car does the agent recommend?
10. What does he need to collect the car?

SECTION 2
Questions 11-20
Questions 11-15
Complete the table below. If there is no information given, write X.
Distance / km Highlight Time / hours

Overlander (11) 3 volcanoes 11
Transalpine 223 (12) 16 ____________ (13)
Transcoastal (14) (15) 5
11.
Questions 16 to 20
12. Complete the summary below USING NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS OR A NUMBER.
13. Taking three days to complete, the (16) _____________ is one of the world’s longest train
journeys. The Ghan is shorter, passing through towns built by the (17) _____________. There is
also a sculpture designed to mark the laying of(18) ______________ concrete sleepers. The
Overland was the first train to travel between two (19) ______________ and it is also the
oldest journey of its kind on (20) ________________.

SECTION 3
Questions 21-30
Questions 21-25
Circle the correct letter A–C.
21 Lyn is having difficulty completing her project because

A she doesn’t have enough information.
B she can’t organise her presentation.
C she doesn’t have enough time.
22 Her presentation is going to focus on

A solar power in America.
B solar-powered water heaters.
C alternative energy technology.
23 Why does Lyn think we should be looking for alternative sources of energy?
A Fossil fuels are expensive.
B Fossil fuels have an impact on the environment.
C Fossil fuels are limited.
24 Solar power is a good form of alternative energy because

A it can be harnessed with simple technology
B it is infinite
C it can be applied equally well in any country.
25 Which graph best indicates what Lyn is describing?
Questions 26 to 30
Label the following diagram USING NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND / OR A NUMBER

SECTION 4
Complete the sentences below using NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS OR A NUMBER
Questions 31-40
Lecture on (31)_____________________
Examples: tourism and (32)____________________
Common misconception is that marketing points to (33) ____________________in what is being

provided.
Marketing is actually essential in maintaining (34) ______________________
Selling a product is easier because it is (35) _________________________ and customers do not have

such different (36) ____________________.
Aim: offer service beyond hopes of (37) _________________
Important to: (a) keep informed & (b) (38)____________________
One way to achieve this: (39) ____________________
(40) ___________________ must always be available for any queries or problems.

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PRACTISE 3 LISTENING REATTEMPT

Which THREE of the following statements are true?

A. The speakers have never played golf before.

FACTS ABOUT THE MIMIC OCTOPUS

 It copies the shape and (11)_____________ patterns of other organisms.

To which species do the following statements relate?

Write your answer in boxes 16-20

16. Is a striped, poisonous marine species.

Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS/AND OR A NUMBER for each answer.

Walberg Creek Wines

Achieved highest success in Victoria with (21)_______ market share

(22)_____________ age group more successful than older markets.

Some success in the rest of Australia and (23)__________________.

Choose the correct letter A, B or C

A. There are more potential customers in the younger category

A. They are becoming more popular than traditional wines

A. Because it has already been successful with other products there

A. The quality of the wine should be slightly improved

28. James _______________

29. Simone _______________

30. Tutor _______________

Choose the correct letter A, B or C.

36.Self awareness is developed through.....

A. Living and learning

37. Value systems are based upon.....

A. our upbringing and ethnicity

38. Goal setting....

39. A person’s skills....

A. should influence their goals

40. Developing personal empowerment....

A. is a relatively new concept

Reading Passage 1 has eight paragraphs A - G.

Type the correct number i-viiiin boxes 1-5

i. Caution in the future

Reading Passage 1 has eight paragraphs A - F.

Type the correct number i-ixin boxes 1-6

i. Messing about on the water

Section 1 Questions 1-14

Read the information and answer Questions 1-7

In boxes 1 - 7 on your answer sheet, write

TRUE if the statement agrees with the information

FALSE if the statement contradicts the information

NOT GIVEN if there is no information on this

5. Senior citizens pay the least for ferry travel.

7. Tickets can be purchased on the ferry.

Label the map below.

b. Marine Island Village Park

d. Marine Paradise Bed and Breakfast

f. Marine Island Hotel

Marine Island Map

Look at the information about accommodation on Marine Island.

Write your answers in boxes 11 - 14on your answer sheet.

Read the information below and answer Questions 15-20

Write the correct letter A-E in boxes 15 - 20 on your answer sheet.

NB. You may use any letter more than once.

17. Details of opportunities in this area are found in a university publication.

19. Information about temporary as well as long-term positions will be available.

20. Less than half of the exhibitors will be domestic.

In boxes 21 - 23 on your answer sheet, write

TRUE if the statement agrees with the information

FALSE if the statement contradicts the information

NOT GIVEN if there is no information on this

Complete the summary.