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Reading Comprehension (4A)

A Woman's work is never done
In the past, there were a number of jobs that were traditionally thought of as 'man's work',
but not anymore. Meet two women breaking those traditional barriers. Caroline works as a type
of camera assistant called a grip. She holds and moves the camera on a film or television set. She
really enjoys her job but says it is hard work. "There's a lot of heavy lifting that can be
difficult." She thinks the physical side of the job is why there aren't a lot of women in this job.
She found it especially difficult when she started. People thought she worked in makeup or the
art department and would tell her to stay away from her camera. Now. however, they accept
who she is and what she does.
Emma is a mechanic. She has always loved cars and started working unpaid in a garage
when she was 27. She soon knew enough to train for a qualification. Emma thinks that
women are better mechanics than men because they are calmer and more easily able to
focus on problems. She has also found that a number of drivers, especially women, prefer
to speak to her about their cars because they trust her more. That's the reason she
decided to open her own garage. She plans to open more garages, so she can train more
women to be mechanics.

1- Read the text. Write C for Caroline or E for Emma. Who ...

1- understand why few women do her job? C E

2- believe women are better at her job than men? C E

3- found clients were more comfortable working with her? C E

4- has started her own garage? C E

5- thinks people need to be strong to do her job? C E

2- Read the text again and answer the questions.

1- What is Caroline's job?

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2- Where did people think Caroline worked when she started?
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3- How much did Emma earn for her first job as a mechanic?
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4- What qualities does Emma believe make women better than men as
mechanics?
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Reading Comprehension (5A)

Cleaning up the Ocean
IPlastic pollution in our oceans is a major issue that has serious effects on marine ecosystems
and wildlife. These days, more and more people are considering reducing the amount of plastic
they use, but what about the rubbish that is already in the oceans? In some parts of the world,
it forms floating islands of plastic. The largest of these is the Great Pacific Garbage Patch
between North America and Japan. It's three times the size of France!
Now, however, one amazing teenager called Boyan Slat has invented a machine, System 001/B,
which catches ocean rubbish. It is a huge 600-metre floating barrier of pipes. A net hangs down
from the pipes and reaches three metres below the surface of the water. Boyan avoided using
fuel in System 001/B, so it has a very low carbon footprint. It uses the ocean currents and wind
to move through the water. Ships take away the waste every six to eight weeks.
But how did Boyan do this? He started telling people about his idea on the Internet and asking for
help. Eventually, he raised £1.57 million! He also set up a charity called Ocean Cleanup, which now
has over 80 engineers, scientists and environmental experts who are all working to change the
planet for good.
Boyan shows us that we can make a difference and help protect the planet, no matter how big
the problem is. With hard work, fundraising and a good idea, it's never too late to help Planet
Earth!

1- Read the articles if each of the statements (1-5) is True (T), or False (F) or DS (doesn't
say)
1- Boyan Slat invented System 600/B. T F DS

2- Boyan used recycled materials to make his machine. DS

3- The machine uses ocean currents and wind to move. DS

4- Boyan asked for help online to raise money. DS

5- Boyan believes hard work is more than fundraising. DS

2- Read the article again and correct the sentences.

1- The Great Pacific Garbage Patch is between South Korea and Japan.
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2- Boyan's machine is used to clean pipes.
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3- System 001/B takes waste to land every 6-8 weeks.
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4- 80 engineers work for Ocean Cleanup.
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Reading Comprehension (Culture 6)

Ba Bể National Park

Ba Be National Park is in Bac Kan Province in Northeast Vietnam, about 250 km north of
the capital city. It became Vietnam's eighth National Park in 1992 and joined the ASEAN
Heritage List in 2004. It is rich in animal and plant life.
There are many places to visit in Ba134 National Park. One of these is Ba136 Lake, which is in the
centre. The name Ba Be means three lakes but it is actually one very large lake in three parts. It
is 8 kin long and 800 metres wide. The lake is beautiful, and Wu Hang Waterfall on the Nang River
will take your breath away! But the most impressive sight is the Puông Cave. It is over 300
metres long and around 30 metres high. If you sail through the entrance, you can admire the
amazing stalactites and stalagmites.
If you visit Ba Be National Park, don't forget to wear suitable clothes — warm clothes in the
winter, T-shirts and shorts in the summer, and good walking shoes. You also need to bring a hat,
an insect repellent and sunblock. You can experience homestay accommodation in traditional stilt
houses in the nearby villages, meet with the friendly and hospitable locals, and enjoy delicious
home-cooked meals!

1- Read the text and choose the correct answer

1. What is the purpose of the text?

A to provide information about the park's eco-system.
B to explain why the park joined the ASEAN Heritage List.
C to educate visitors about the park's history.
D to encourage people to visit the park.
2. What does the word "these" in paragraph 2 refer?
A parks B lakes C places D waterfalls
3. Why does the writer mention the Puông Cave?
A because of its length B because of its height
C because of its rock formations D because it's the best attraction in the park.
4. What is NOT true about Ba Bể National Park?
A It has got a range of wildlife B Visitors have to cook their own food.
C There is traditional accommodation available
D The park has got very large lake.
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Reading Comprehension (7A)

APPS OF THE FUTURE
How many times a day do you tap the icon of your favourite social media site or play a
game on your smartphone? When your parents were young, apps didn't even exist, but
now we can't imagine our lives without them. So what will apps be like in the future?
A NEW WAY TO LEARN
Apps are being used in education. They are useful because students can use them anytime,
anywhere and on any device. They present information in bite-sized chunks, which people find easy
to understand and remember. Lessons can also be turned into games, making learning fun! Soon,
apps will be the new normal.
AUGMENTED REALITY (AR)
Inside AR apps, the real world is mixed with the digital one. These apps are downloaded and
teachers use them to make learning more interesting. These apps capture students' attention
and help them concentrate and interact with their lessons. Students can experience the material
and become more interested in the subject. At the same time, they can explore the topic taught
at their own pace. In the future, apps will be able to do a lot of things for us. Some people think
this will have a lot of benefits, others think it will make us lazy or that we will forget how to do
things for ourselves. Whatever your opinion on modem technology, one thing is certain: the apps
of the future will change our lives.

1- Read the text and decide if each of the statements (1-5) is True (T), or False (F) or DS
(doesn't say)

1- The first apps appeared over 50 years ago. T F DS

2- You can only use educational apps on smartphones. DS

3- Some apps already use augmented reality. DS

4- AR apps make lessons boring. DS

5- Everyone believes apps will make us lazy. DS

2- Read the text again and identify the author's purpose. Choose the best anser.

The author's purpose is to ...

A give us information about how apps are developing.
B explain predictions about future technology in education.
C inform us how to use the apps on our phones more efficiently.
D give us tips on choosing which new apps to download.
 LISTENING (4C)

Task 1: Listen to Mia answering questions about her

job. What does she do?
A. photographer B. graphic designer C. model

Task 2: Read the questions (A-E). Then listen to the answers

(0-4) and match the questions to the answers. There is one
example.
A What do you love about your job?

B Have you always wanted to do this job?

C Is your job easy?

D How long have you lived in Italy?

E What are your plans for the future?

0 D 1 2 3
4

Task 3: You are going to listen to a dialogue between two

friends. Read the statements (1-5) and underline the key
words. What is the dialogue about?

1 The girl's mum works in a café.

2 The boy's father is a bus driver.

3 The boy's mother works as a teacher.

4 They agree that it's good that women work.

5 The boy thinks women should do all the housework.

Task 4: Now listen to the dialogue and decide if

each of the statements (1-5) is True (T) or False (F)
 LISTENING (7C)

Task 1: You are going to listen to an interview. Read the questions (1-3) and
the possible answers. Choose the best answer (A, B or C)

1. What does Beth do for a living?

A. She creates online courses.
B. She teaches at a university. C. She organises online courses.

2. Beth says the university _____.

A. has different online courses B. teaches parts of its programmes online
C. doesn't use online education for degree programmes

3. Beth believes the main reason people like online education is _____.
A. there are lots of different courses to choose from
B. students can study when and where they like
C. people prefer learning on their smartphones these days.

Task 1: Listen to the dialogue. Complete the application form