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1. You will hear people talking in six different situations. For questions 1-6, choose the best
answer a, b or c.

1. You overhear two people discussing an evening class they have recently enrolled on. What do they
decide to do?
a. talk to the teacher
b. give up the course
c. find a new course
2. You will hear a teacher talking about different learning styles in children. What is his opinion?
a. Most teachers are unaware of a student’s learning style.
b. Being aware of a student’s learning style helps teachers to provide a better lesson.
c. It is impossible to know all students well in large classes.
3. You will hear two people discussing studying abroad. What does the woman think the man should do?
a. not delay in accepting the offer
b. obtain more information before making a decision
c. choose a university that will make his CV more impressive
4. You hear two people discussing a graduation ceremony they attended. What disappointed the woman
most?
a. the food
b. the lack of attendees
c. the venue
5. You will hear two people discussing a course. What is their relationship?
a. parent-child
b. tutor-student
c. classmates
6. You will hear a university student talking about a recent field trip he attended. What was the main
problem with the trip?
a. It lacked organisation.
b. It was too demanding and tiring.
c. Nothing was accomplished and it was a waste of time.

2. Circle the correct words.

1. The only source / origin of light in this room is that small window over there.

2. I don’t think this plan will work. We need to make some significant / fragile changes.

3. Jennifer always reads newspapers to keep up with current awareness / affairs.

4. Nathan has been chosen to represent / feature his country at next year’s Olympics.

5. A rectangle / triangle is a shape with three straight sides.

6. Don’t forget to write / drop me a line while you’re in Germany.

7. I could never tell / say you and your sister apart. Are you twins?
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3. Choose a, b, c or d.

1. It’s important to teenagers about the dangers of using the Internet.

a. learn b. instruct c. study d. educate

2. How can Olivia concentrate her work with so many people around her talking and laughing
all the time?
a. to b. on c. with d. for

3. Exercising is a great way to tension.

a. leave b. drop c. release d. quit

4. I didn’t to finish the report in time as it took much longer than expected.
a. manage b. accomplish c. achieve d. succeed
5. The secret to being successful is to set a(n) that you will be able to achieve if you work hard
enough.
a. purpose b. goal c. intention d. ambition

4. Complete the sentences with the correct form of the words in the box.

envious mingle emphasise appreciate ambition glance

awkward liking spontaneous deliberately

1. I’m not very as I always think twice before making any decision.
2. Instead of taking a taxi, go on foot and with the crowd.
3. One of his is to open his own restaurant one day.
4. Thai food is too hot for my , but my flatmate really enjoys it.
5. I couldn’t remember his name, but it would have been to ask.
6. Backpacking around Europe really made me the comforts of home.
7. Jack is very of Mark’s success. He’s obviously not a real friend.
8. The hotel seemed nice at first , but when we actually saw the rooms we
regretted our choice.
9. I’m sure he didn’t take your phone . He must have put it in his pocket
without thinking.
10. The professor the importance of attending all his lectures.

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5. Complete the dialogues with the Present Perfect Simple, the Present Perfect Progressive
or the Past Simple of the verbs in brackets.

1.
A: I’m thinking of taking a course or seminar. 1 (you / heard) of any
interesting ones lately?
B: My sister 2 (sign) up for a photography seminar two weeks ago and she
really enjoys it, so I’m thinking of signing up too. She 3 (not / take) many
photos yet, but she 4 (already / started) learning some fascinating photography
techniques.

2.
A: I 5 (wait) here for 45 minutes! Where were you?
B: Sorry, I 6 (try) to call you three times. My car
7 (break) down three blocks from here.
A: I 8 (leave) my phone at work yesterday by mistake.

3.
A: 9 (you / study) for the biology exam yet?
B: I’m trying to right now. I 10 (read) the same page over and over again
for the past half hour, but I can’t understand it.
A: Maybe you just need a break. Let’s go for a walk.

6. Read a magazine feature in which a man called Tom talks about his experience of
a boarding school education and answer the questions. Choose a, b, c or d
I remember the day I left for boarding school like it was yesterday. I remember feeling extremely
anxious as we approached the school. I had no idea what to expect and was hoping that my parents
would change their mind and turn the car around. When I look back, it was hardly surprising I was
overwhelmed. After all, I was only ten years old. But, like most parents, mine were convinced they
were making the right decision.
On arrival, the head teacher accompanied me to my dormitory and plenty of time was allowed for
settling in. I really struggled that first night. I was homesick and my mind was constantly
wandering back home. Everything felt strange and unfamiliar and I barely slept. Nevertheless, my
jam-packed days meant there was little time for feeling down. I soon started lessons and was signed
up for numerous extra-curricular activities. It was this that helped me to adjust to my new life
quickly.
On reflection, there is no doubt that boarding school allowed me to flourish in a way that I don’t
think a conventional education would have. First of all, the top-notch facilities and excellent
teachers meant I had an outstanding education, and, like most of my classmates, I excelled
academically. We were constantly studying and there was no choice but to complete homework.
Secondly, it was the teachers who really helped me to realise my true potential. Consequently, I
knew what I wanted early in life and was focused on achieving it. Finally, I learnt to live
independently, which meant I was better prepared for both university and adulthood.
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Of course, this is not always the case for everyone and, while I had a positive experience, there
were many others that weren’t so lucky. I knew many children who simply couldn’t cope with
being separated from their families, and feeling depressed was common. I suppose in the end it all
depends on the type of personality you have. Although, I have to say, at times I did feel that
freedom was limited. It always felt so unfair that we had to sleep at specific times or ask for
permission to leave the school grounds.
I’m often asked by people, ‘Don’t you feel resentment towards your parents for sending you off to
boarding school? Wouldn’t you have preferred to be at home?’ As a father, I made the decision not
to give my children a boarding school education. While I certainly gained from the experience, I do
feel that it came at a cost. I rarely saw my parents after the age of 10. Of course, this affected our
relationship but it didn’t make me love or respect them any less. Interestingly, it’s my father who
suffered the most, feeling he missed out on all those precious moments that a father and son should
share, although I often tell him there’s not much point in thinking about how things could have
been; we can’t turn back time.

1. In the first paragraph, what does Tom imply?

a. His parents felt anxious when they left him.
b. He was probably too young.
c. His parents were not confident about their choice.
d. He did not find the experience difficult.
2. What does ‘this’ refer to in line 10?
a. a busy schedule
b. the kindness of the head teacher
c. the time he was given to adjust
d. the familiarity of the place
3. What is Tom’s opinion about conventional education?
a. There is usually too much homework.
b. The teachers and facilities are no different to those in a boarding school.
c. It can help you reach your true potential.
d. It does not always allow students to fully develop.
4. What was the most difficult thing for Tom at boarding school?
a. the strict rules that were placed on him
b. feelings of depression
c. not having the opportunity to see his family regularly
d. learning to be independent
5. What is Tom’s father’s opinion?
a. He has regrets about not visiting more often.
b. Boarding school was not beneficial for his son.
c. Being separated from his son affected his experience
of being a father.
d. He believes that he ruined his relationship
with his son.

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