PAPER 1 READING

Read the text below and then answer the questions 1 - 6 by circling the correct answer A, B, C or D: MY PARTNER BEHAVES LIKE A CHILD Whenever people ask how many children I've got, I say three: Adam 10, and Paul, 8, from my first marriage- and 29-year-old Brian, the biggest kid of all! He's been like that since we met, though I only picked up on it later. I'd been single for two years and when I first met him, I thought he was an idiot. I mean, he wore even weirder clothes then, and played practical jokes on people- mind you, he still does, though I don't find it offensive myself. As I got to know Brian better, I discovered just how juvenile he is. Generally, I dont mind what he does, unless it affects Adam or Paul. One day he got told off in a toy shop for playing with the goods- and Ive never forgotten how he sulked when I refused to buy him a water pistol! Everything in the house has been dismantled by him at some time or other, including the boys computer, which is really unacceptable. Hes driven me mad at times playing his guitar and he wont get his hair cut because he fancies himself as a rock star, but I know how much it means to him so I leave well alone. He hasnt got a steady job and although he started a computer course, he dropped out recently. I used to give him 20 a week pocket money, but Ive stopped that. Its not the money itself, but while he had it, he didnt need to worry about earning for himself. My friends wonder what Im doing with him, but our relationship really does work. Before we met, I went out with someone who had a regular job and did his share of the house work, but he bored me to tears! Thats whats different about Brian, the fun. If there was ever crisis, Im sure he would be there for me, too. I work with children who have emotional and behavioural problems, so Im surrounded by kids all the time. Brian is just another one to look after. And although I dont enjoy being a mother figure, I came to terms with it a long time ago. Brian replies: I've always fooled around, but then theres nothing wrong with having a good time, is there? I think everyone should keep the child alive in them. Dont all men like playing with toys? Secretly, I think Helen likes looking after me, even though she would deny this. Counsellor Wilson comments: Relationship imbalance like this is common. A lot of couples have one partner whos the carer, and thats fine if theyre happy in the role. But problems start if the carer gets fed up and decides its time for an adult- to- adult relationship. Sometimes they become embarrassed by their partner, or grow tired of taking all the responsibility. But once behaviour patterns are set, no one can change overnight. The only way forward is for both sides to compromise.

1 Helen wasnt impressed by Brian when they first met because she A found his behaviour childish. B thought he was badly-dressed. C reacted against his tactlessness. D felt he was too light-hearted. 2 What does Helen most dislike about Brian? A his long hair. B his childish behaviour in public C his moodiness. D his interference with her boys things. 3 Why has Helen stopped giving Brian pocket money? A He has completed his computer course. B She cant afford to continue paying it. C He doesnt need the money now. D She wants him to look for a job. 4 Why does Helen think their relationship is successful? A She enjoys her dominant role. B She is entertained by Brian. C She finds Brian supportive. D She can look after anyone. 5 What does Brian say about himself? A He should be allowed to enjoy the life. B He has no desire to have children. C He knows what the best thing is for Helen. D He is no different from other men. 6 Why can relationship imbalance cause problems? A It is impossible to change roles quickly. B It is embarrassing for the less dominant one. C It is too demanding for the carer. D It is difficult to reach a compromise. ......../ 6

PAPER 2 VOCABULARY
1 Complete each sentence with a word from the box. hardship coverage policy fertility cracked participant conspiracy underdog cope postponed slippery stamina ancestor 1. Feeling like an ___________ makes you feel depressed. 2. He had difficult childhood, full of suffering and __________. 3. People in the public life have to _______ with a lot of problems. 4. Some people who cannot have children decide to have ________treatments. 5. There is a live _________ of the hockey game on TV. 6. They were charged with ___________ to murder. 7. The meeting should be on Sunday at 5 p.m., but I still dont whether itll be __________. 8. I think that the present governments _________ on education is not good enough. 9. It had been raining for hours, so the road was very __________ . 10. This antique vase is very valuable, but you will have to lower the price because it is a bit ________. 11. It takes a lot of ________ to run a marathon. 12. He has been an active __________ in the discussion. ........./12 2. Underline the most suitable word or phrase. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Her success speaks / talks for itself. Doctors think that she will pull through / pull herself. Everybody laughs at / about my accent. She is very honest. She always changes her mind/ speaks her mind. We were talking over the phone, but her boss came in so she gave up/ hung up quickly. 6. He turned down / off their offer. 7. I have taken huge risks to make / achieve something worthwhile. 8. I dont know who won the elections! Im not interested in policy / politics. 9. After a stressful day, I need to go out to wind down/ stress down. 10. The weather can affect / effect your mood. 11. Im exhausted Ive been rushing / running around all day. 12. He is running for a mayor/ major of this town. ........./12

3.Choose the word that best fits each of the definitions. 1. a) b) c) d) 2. a) b) c) d) If you dont want to put on weight, be careful not to: eat up eat enough overeat starve A public performance of something thats intended to entertain people is called: procession display event parade

3. When someone looks very impressive and beautiful, we say that he or she looks: a) beautiful b) stunning c) amazing d) appalling 4. At lunchtime in some countries all shops and banks are: a) shut down b) shut out c) closed out d) closed off 5. Newspapers which provide reliable information are called: a) fashion magazines b) tabloid newspapers c) glossy magazines d) serious newspapers 6. a) b) c) d) A person who is unwilling to change his mind is: definite strong-minded confident desperate ..../ 6 4.Fill the blanks with the appropriate forms of words in brackets

1. Her phone was ___________ because she didnt pay her last bill (connect) 2. Bob and Martin have a very long ________ which goes back to their university days.
(friend)

3. The doctor gave her some pills to _________ the pain. (relief) 4. They overestimated their parents' _________(wise).

5. Alien landings are usually connected to the _________ mutilation of cattle.(explain) 6. At the moment, a lot of people are worried about the ____________ situation in this
country. (economy)

./ 6

PAPER 3 GRAMMAR
1. Underline the most suitable verb form in each sentence. 1. Id advise you not to travel / to not travel / to dont travel alone. 2. Many people dislike to give / giving / give money to people begging on the streets. 3. Jenny cant afford to buy / buy / buying shoes for her children. 4. Would you mind to open / opening / open the window. 5. Id better go/ to go / going now! It is very late. ....../5 2. Put each verb in brackets into either the past simple, the present perfect simple, or the present perfect continuous and for or since if needed. 1. Im awfully tired. I __________ (not have) a day off over a week. 2. My father _______ (tell) me last night that he _____ (know) about the problem years. 3. Her colleagues _____________ (tease) her months.. 4. We __________ (try) to phone you for days.

...../9
2. Choose the most appropriate future form: 1. The next time Ill be seeing / Ill see /I see Jane, I will give her a message. 2. Our plane will have arrived / is due to arrive / must arrive in ten minutes time. 3. If I dont get there by 6.00, Jack will leave / left / will be leaving. ...../3

4. Put each verb in brackets into active or passive form A driver ___________ (send) to jail for 90 days for driving with excess alcohol. Brian Smith, 29, ____________ (stop) by the police officers near his home last November and __________ (find) to have drunk almost twice the legal limit for drivers. Twelve months earlier he ___________ (disqualify) from driving, for a similar offence. His lawyer said, that Smith ________(use) the car to visit a sick friend. He said that he was depressed after the visit, and that he _________(go) to pub and _______(drink) five or six pints before driving home. He _______ (catch) by police during a routine speed check. ...../8

1. Underline the correct word or phrase in each sentence. 1. 2. 3. 4. Tell Mark he has to/ should tidy his room at once! That cant / mustnt be her daughter- theyre nearly the same age! You neednt have brought/ didnt need to bring any food. There is plenty. You should/ shouldnt have your hair cut at least once a week. ...../4 5. Put a/ an or the in each space, or leave the space blank. 1. 2. 3. 4. Ive never liked __ jazz. Have you? __ dog is __ only thing on earth that loves you more than you love yourself. I have always wanted to cross __ Sahara. She had __ lunch, and then went to __ National Museum. ...../6

TOTAL ............/77