Key to Tests

Diagnostic Test four times a week to get in shape. When he’s not
wearing shorts and trainers, he’s got some amazing
A 1 B 9 D 17 A 25 A 33 C clothes like designer jeans and leather jackets.
2 A 10 A 18 D 26 C 34 D Mark has a very outgoing personality. Through
3 A 11 A 19 A 27 D 35 C him, I’ve made lots of new friends. He’s very funny
4 D 12 B 20 A 28 D 36 A and keeps us all entertained with his jokes. He can
5 B 13 D 21 B 29 B 37 B occasionally be a bit hot-tempered, like the time he
6 A 14 C 22 C 30 B 38 C got annoyed with the gym trainer for calling him
7 C 15 B 23 C 31 C 39 B lazy! But you can’t help liking him.
8 C 16 D 24 B 32 A 40 A I’m sure you’d take to Mark. Why don’t we all
meet up some time? Write back soon and let me
B 1 C 9 B 17 D 25 A 33 C know what you think.
2 B 10 C 18 D 26 A 34 A All the best,
3 D 11 B 19 A 27 C 35 C James
4 A 12 A 20 B 28 B 36 B
5 A 13 D 21 C 29 D 37 D 2 (Suggested Answer)
6 B 14 A 22 D 30 B 38 C It is not only industry that is to blame for wasting
7 A 15 B 23 C 31 A 39 C energy. Even in their own homes, people can
8 D 16 C 24 C 32 B 40 C contribute towards the drain on the Earth’s natural
resources. So what can we do at home to help
protect the environment?
Test 1 (Modules 1-2)
One effective solution would be to buy ‘energy
A 1 D 3 C 5 A 7 D 9 C efficient’ home electrical appliances. Choosing a
2 A 4 D 6 D 8 A 10 A fridge or cooker which uses electricity more
economically would save energy and, therefore, be
B 1 D 3 C 5 B 7 D 9 C more environmentally friendly.
2 A 4 B 6 C 8 A 10 A It is also a good idea to switch off home appliances
when not in use. TVs should not be left on standby at
C 1 a 2 b 3 b 4 a 5 b night and lights should be turned off in unoccupied
rooms. As a result, electricity consumption may be
D 1 A 2 D 3 D 4 B surprisingly reduced.
Finally, it could help if homeowners used
E 1 T 2 F 3 F 4 T alternative energy sources. By installing solar
panels, for example, we will be making use of a
F 1 They migrate according to the seasons for the renewable energy source and placing less demand
good of the reindeer that they breed. on non-renewable fossil fuels.
2 Games and athletic activities. In conclusion, energy saving concerns private
householders just as much as business people. If we
G 1 C 2 A 3 B 4 C 5 D make a few simple adjustments to our daily home
habits, I believe we can make all the difference to our
H 1 (Suggested Answer) planet.
Dear Jason,
Hope you’re doing fine! As you know, I recently Test 2 (Modules 3-4)
joined a new gym with excellent facilities. But best
of all, it’s where I first met Mark. He’s really cool. I A 1 A 3 D 5 B 7 A 9 D
found out he goes to my school, but he’s two years 2 B 4 C 6 A 8 D 10 D
ahead of me.
Mark’s got a dark complexion, short spiky hair B 1 C 3 B 5 A 7 B 9 A
and brown eyes. Although he’s quite tall, he’s a 2 A 4 A 6 C 8 B 10 A
little overweight, so he comes to the gym three or

1
 Key to Tests
C 1 a 2 b 3 a 4 a 5 b decorate our doors and windows with good fortune
messages written on red paper, red being a lucky
D 1 C 2 A 3 C 4 B colour.
On the Eve of the festival itself, families gather
E 1 T 2 F 3 T 4 F together for a celebration dinner. Lots of cooked
meats and special sweets are served. My favourites
F 1 Once a year. are roast chicken and duck. The night ends noisily
2 For days. with people setting off firecrackers! The next
morning excited children receive money in red
G 1 C 2 D 3 D 4 A 5 B paper envelopes. Everyone wishes each other a
healthy and happy new year.
H 1 (Suggested Answer) Chinese New Year is an amazing festival. People
Enchanting Cornwall forgive each other for past wrongs and come
One of the places that has a special place in my together in an atmosphere of peace and joy.
heart is Cornwall in the southwest of England. An
area combining natural beauty with local traditions,
Test 3 (Modules 5-6)
it is an ideal holiday destination which has
something for everybody. A 1 B 3 A 5 B 7 C 9 B
Cornwall has its own very special atmosphere. 2 D 4 D 6 A 8 A 10 D
Its 300 or so miles of stunning coastline include
pristine sandy beaches and secluded coves. The B 1 D 3 B 5 D 7 B 9 D
charming fishing villages and market towns retain 2 A 4 C 6 A 8 B 10 C
their rustic flavour. Stories of smugglers abound.
One of their hideouts, the 18th century Jamaica C 1 a 2 b 3 b 4 a 5 a
Inn on isolated Bodmin Moor, is still said to be
haunted by their ghosts. D 1 C 2 B 3 A 4 D
You’ll never get bored in Cornwall. It’s a
paradise if you’re into water sports such as sailing E 1 T 2 T 3 F 4 F
or surfing. Or you can just walk in the beautiful
countryside or explore the villages with their quaint F 1 The police can use them to find out who did or
cobbled streets. Personally, I never miss a visit to didn’t go to a crime scene.
St Michael’s Mount, a small monastery off the 2 When people have left visible fingerprints
mainland, and a trip to the world-famous Minack because there was some kind of liquid on their
open-air theatre to see a performance. hands.
If you want a great holiday, Cornwall’s the
place! Whether you’re a nature lover or a sports G 1 C 2 D 3 C 4 B 5 A
enthusiast, you won’t be disappointed.
H 1 (Suggested Answer)
2 (Suggested Answer) Introduction
The Chinese New Year is a colourful festival Travelling by public transport is becoming
that is held every year in China in either January or increasingly dangerous, with passengers at risk of
February. Probably China’s biggest festival, it is anti-social behaviour, theft and even mugging,
also known as the Spring Festival since it especially at night. This report contains suggestions
celebrates the end of winter. on how to make public transport safer to use.
Preparations start at least two weeks
Employ more security staff
beforehand. Customs vary according to region but
Firstly, the authorities could increase the number of
certain traditions are universal. In my town,
security officers on buses and trains. Doing this
everyone is busy buying presents, new clothes,
would make it easier to detect suspicious behaviour,
food and decorations. Houses are thoroughly
thereby preventing a crime. Moreover, a uniformed
cleaned in order to ‘sweep away’ any bad luck. We

2
 Key to Tests
security presence may also act as a deterrent to Test 4 (Modules 7-8)
criminals.
A 1 D 3 C 5 C 7 C 9 D
Take advantage of technology 2 A 4 A 6 B 8 A 10 B
Another consideration is to make greater use of
technology. For example, more CCTV cameras B 1 A 3 A 5 A 7 B 9 A
and lighting should be installed on railway 2 C 4 C 6 B 8 A 10 D
platforms and at bus stops. Installing computerised
systems inside vehicles would also increase C 1 a 2 b 3 b 4 a 5 a
surveillance. This way, drivers could instantly
notice a problem and telephone for assistance. D 1 B 2 C 3 A 4 A
Use common sense
Finally, citizens can play their part by travelling E 1 F 2 T 3 F 4 F
sensibly. It is wise to avoid carrying anything
valuable on public transport. Additionally, we F 1 Near skiers on the pistes of ski resorts.
should change seats if we feel threatened and stay 2 Anything from cliffs to avalanches.
near other passengers.
G 1 D 2 A 3 D 4 A 5 A
Conclusion
To conclude, I strongly recommend that these
H 1 (Suggested Answer)
suggestions are carried out in order to improve the
The question of whether extreme sports are too
standard of safety on local public transport.
dangerous and should be banned has been much
discussed. In my opinion, taking such a radical step
2 (Suggested Answer)
is somewhat extreme in itself.
Whether we regard them as a blessing or a
Firstly, all extreme sports have their own sets of
curse, millions of people worldwide use social
safety controls. For example, beginners are only
networking sites such as Facebook or Twitter.
allowed to do them under expert supervision and
However, there are both advantages and
instruction. Additionally, safety regulations regarding
disadvantages to being part of this growing trend.
weather conditions and maintenance of equipment
On the one hand, social networking sites are
minimise the risk of accident.
invaluable for sharing news and information. You
Moreover, people should be allowed to choose
can contact people from all over the world and
for themselves. If someone wishes to get their
exchange thoughts and ideas. Uploading photos
adrenalin rush from an extreme sport, surely it is up
and even videos keeps friends and family informed
to them to decide if the risks are worth it.
of your latest experiences. Moreover, businesses
On the other hand, many argue that extreme
gain the opportunity to advertise their services and
sports are not only a hazard for the participant but
products, using their own profile page.
also for those nearby. Jet skiers, for instance, have
On the other hand, social networking sites can be
been known to cause serious injuries to swimmers.
a security risk. For example, some users unwisely
This usually occurs, however, when regulations
give out personal information which, if it gets into the
regarding distance from the shore are ignored.
wrong hands, can result in credit card fraud or worse.
In conclusion, I firmly believe that instead of
Additionally, children are vulnerable. If they don’t
banning extreme sports, stricter and more frequent
know exactly who they are talking to, they risk falling
checks should be carried out to ensure all safety
victim to undesirable Internet acquaintances.
requirements are complied with.
All things considered, using a social networking
site is an extremely effective way of
communicating with others. However, extreme
care should be exercised when doing so.

3
 Key to Tests
2 (Suggested Answer) Anna catches your eye the first time you see her.
My parents and I would never have expected She’s tall and slim, with long black hair. She’s got a
what happened while we were in Venice last year. dark complexion and stunning brown eyes. She
On the morning we arrived at our hotel we were dresses casually but she always looks fashionable,
feeling rather tired. We decided to take an hour’s whatever she wears.
nap and then go for a walk around the city. It’s hard not to be friends with Anna. That’s
I lay down and, the next thing I knew, I dreamt we because she is so outgoing and cheerful. She has a
were walking in St Mark’s Square. Everything looked great sense of humour too, and always makes
splendid in the glittering sunshine but in my dream I everyone laugh. However, she can be stubborn at
was viewing things from up in the air. I could look times and she thinks she knows everything.
down on myself and my parents as we walked along Generally, though, she’s great fun to be with.
the Grand Canal. The gondolas below looked tiny, too. I’m really happy that I’m working with Anna and
Suddenly, I felt a hand on my shoulder. It was I’m glad to have her as my friend. I hope you can
my mother. “Why didn’t you wake me earlier?” I meet her sometime. Email me soon with your news.
asked. To my amazement, she told me we had Love,
already been on our walk! It had been a blazing hot Mel
morning and my arms were quite sunburnt! “You fell
asleep as soon as we returned,” my mother said. 2 (Suggested Answer)
Later that evening, we realised I had sleepwalked When I set off for my weekend break in a
around Venice! It was a scary thought. What if I’d cottage in Wales, I had no idea what was in store for
fallen into a canal? me. It was a beautiful sunny day as I drove through
the countryside and I was feeling relaxed and
happy.
Exit Test I pulled up outside the cottage at about five
A 1 C 3 C 5 C 7 B 9 D o’clock and that was when I got my first shock. The
2 D 4 A 6 B 8 A 10 D front door of the cottage was missing! I went
cautiously inside the building. It was so dark that I
B 1 A 5 C 9 A 13 C 17 A couldn’t see anything, but I could hear some strange
2 D 6 D 10 C 14 C 18 C noises and I could smell a very unpleasant smell.
3 B 7 B 11 D 15 B 19 D “Hello?” I called. “Is anybody there?”
4 A 8 A 12 B 16 C 20 C There was no answer, so I took my mobile phone
out of my pocket to light up the scene. Imagine my
C 1 C 2 B 3 D 4 A surprise when I saw that a family of pigs had made
the cottage their home!
D 1 T 2 F 3 F 4 T I ran outside and immediately called my travel
agent. I felt so annoyed that I demanded a full
E 1 Older people who can use the Internet. refund. Then, I drove to the nearest town and
2 By praising them verbally. booked myself a room in a proper hotel!

F 1 C 2 A 3 A 4 D 5 A

G 1 (Suggested Answer)
Dear Katie,
How are you? I’m just sending you an email to
tell you how I’m getting on with my new summer
job at the book shop. I’ve made friends with one of
the other sales assistants. Her name’s Anna and I
really like her.