Practice Tests for the Matura Exam in Bulgaria

Virginia Evans - Jenny Dooley - Chavdar Zdravchev

Test A: Listening Comprehension PART 1: Task 1 Directions: You will hear part of a television programme report, twice. Before you listen to it, read the statements below in about 2 minutes. While listening for the first time, you can look at the statements and the three choices, but you are not allowed to take notes. When you hear the whole recording, you will have 8 minutes to circle the letter of the correct answer (A, B or C). Then, you will hear the recording again and will have 1 minute to check your answers. 1

It can be very frustrating for young people to find a job for the first time. A True B False C No information in the text

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Getting experience is easy. A True B False C No information in the text

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Some companies have agreements with universities. A True B False C No information in the text

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Knowing what field you want to work in is the first step. A True B False C No information in the text

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Knowing what company you want to work for is the second step. A True B False C No information in the text

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Part-time jobs are not very useful when you are looking for a real job. A True B False C No information in the text

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Employers only hire people who do volunteer work. A True B False C No information in the text

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Volunteering in hospitals provides good experience. A True B False C No information in the text

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PART 1: Task 2 Directions: You will hear a telephone conversation, twice. Before you listen to it, read the questions below in about 2 minutes. While listening for the first time, you can look at the questions and the four choices, but you are not allowed to take notes. When you hear the whole recording, you will have 7 minutes to circle the letter of the correct answer (A, B, C or D). Then, you will hear the recording again and will have 1 minute to check your answers.

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The telephone conversation is about ... A a gathering of some former classmates. B a party on the occasion of Frank’s birthday. C Barbara and Jane’s graduation party. D Jane and Frank’s wedding reception.

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According to the talk, Barbara and Lynn ... A used to live in New Jersey. B met each other two years ago. C attended the same dance school. D were colleagues at university.

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The two women have not spoken to each other for ... A more than eighteen years. B exactly eighteen years. C almost three years. D about eight years.

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Barbara is organising the party ... A with both Jane and Frank. B with Jane and Lynn’s help. C assisted by Frank only. D on her own.

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Barbara did not contact everyone because ... A she did not have enough time to do so. B many people didn’t have mobile phones. C she didn’t have certain people’s phone numbers D some people had moved or changed phone numbers.

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The party is ... A in about 21 days. B next Saturday. C on 17th August. D in about 3 days.

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Lynn ... to the party. A is definitely going B refuses to go C won’t be able to go D will probably go


Test A: Reading Comprehension PART 2: Task 1 Directions: Read the text below. Then, read the questions that follow it and circle the letter of the correct answer (A, B, C or D).

HELPING TO SAVE THE ELEPHANTS Once there were millions of elephants roaming our continents. Unfortunately, their numbers have been reduced so much that they are now in danger of extinction. The two species of elephants left on earth today are the African and the Asian elephants. The African elephant is threatened and the Asian elephant is in serious danger. Although some progress has been made over the past few years to protect the elephant, a lot more needs to be done. A large number of male Asian elephants are being killed for their ivory tusks, but the biggest threat to the survival of the elephant is the loss of their habitat. One fifth of the earth’s human population live in Asia and their activities are squeezing elephants out. Today, there are probably fewer than 35,000 elephants living in the wild in Asia. That may sound like a big number but in fact the reality is that their future is not guaranteed. One of the reasons is that they are split into small, vulnerable groups, another is that, as there are not enough males, reproduction rates are falling. In fact, Asian elephants are in so much danger that some experts estimate that they could disappear in fewer than twenty years. So what can be done to reverse this trend? Protecting the elephant will take a lot of work and determination from a lot of different sources and, fortunately, certain players have taken steps in this direction. In May 1989, due to pressure from conservationists and animal protectionists, the United States, Canada, Australia, the European Community and a few other countries banned the commercial import of ivory. From 1990 onwards ivory, body parts and live elephants (excluding zoo animals) cannot be imported or exported from or to these countries. In another attempt to save the elephant, protectionists have started breeding elephants in captivity. Since 1990 for example, Ringling Bros. Circus has bred 16 elephants and a total of 42 elephants have been bred in captivity in North America. Circus elephants live longer than elephants in the wild; in captivity, they can live up to 60 or 70 years while in the wild a female elephant lives to 50 years and a male elephant only to 30 years. It is hoped that if more people see elephants in zoos and circuses, they will be more likely to protect them.

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There are ... today. A lots of elephants alive B millions of elephants alive C fewer elephants around D more than two species of elephants on earth

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There ... elephants in twenty years. A may be fewer B may be more danger to C may no longer be any Asian D may be more Asian

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The biggest threat to elephants is ... A the loss of their tusks. B the destruction of their natural environment. C the loss of their ivory. D that male elephants are killing others.

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Today, only ... can be exported or imported. A elephant tusks B wild elephants C dead elephants D zoo elephants

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35,000 elephants is not a lot because ... A they live in the wild. B they are not all found together. C the females don’t reproduce. D they are very vulnerable animals.

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Since 1990 ... in North America. A elephant life expectancy has increased B a number of elephants have been born C male elephants have lived longer than females D elephants have not lived in captivity

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Reproduction is ... of male elephants. A declining because of a lack B difficult in big numbers C difficult in vulnerable groups D guaranteed by the abundance

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By breeding elephants in North America protectionists hope ... A that people will see more of them. B awareness of the elephant’s situation will improve. C there will be more zoos and circuses. D elephants will live longer. © Express Publishing PHOTOCOPIABLE

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PART 2: Task 2 Directions: Read the text below. Then, read the statements that follow it and circle the letter of the correct answer (A, B or C).

TEENAGE BUSINESS Looking for a job? Tired of babysitting? Here are some interesting ideas you and your friends should consider if you’d like to earn some extra money: A cleaning service. Maybe you hate doing chores at home, but getting paid for doing them is completely different! You can offer complete housecleaning services, or specialise in one or more areas, such as attic, basement or garage cleanups. A car-valeting business. With so many people having more than one job and leading such busy lifestyles, very few people have the time to really take care of their cars. You could offer a weekly or monthly service of washing, waxing, vacuuming, etc. A pet-sitting service. Typically more of a summer business when people tend to go on holidays, but you might be able to have a year-round business by offering pet walking, bathing or cleaning services. A computer tutor/Web site development service. Are you a whiz with computers and the Web? Well, many adults are not, and you could make a good business helping people learn to use computers and develop Websites for their families, or for their businesses. A catering service. Do you enjoy cooking or baking? In these busy times, if you can provide a service that offers well-cooked meals, you could do quite well. A painting service. If you have some experience, or there are a few of your friends that want to go into business with you, you might consider a painting business. People are always renovating, and you could paint exteriors in the nicer months and interiors during the colder months. An errand, messenger, or delivery service. This idea works best in larger cities where there are more people and public transportation, and there are many busy people who need help with all sorts of errands. An educational tutoring service. If you have expertise in one or more areas such as music, a foreign language, maths and science, or others, you could offer tutoring sessions to children, teens, and adults in your neighbourhood. 24

Housecleaning services are limited. A True B False C No information in the text

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People do not work at more than one job because they lead very busy lifestyles. A True B False C No information in the text

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Many adults are computer illiterate. A True B False C No information in the text A painting service would be a seasonal job. A True B False C No information in the text © Express Publishing PHOTOCOPIABLE

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A delivery service could only work in a rural town. A True B False C No information in the text

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Only students who do well in all subjects could start a tutoring service. A True B False C No information in the text

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Teenagers do not have time to cook anymore. A True B False C No information in the text

Test A: Use of English PART 3: Task 1 Cloze Test Directions: Read the text and the sentences below. For each gap circle the letter (A, B, C or D) of the word or phrase that best suits each space.

A Time and Place Figuring out a time and a place to do your homework is so important. Once you have decided when to do your homework, the 31) ............ is where to do it. A good study area should have a desk or a table to spread out your books without 32) ............ being piled up on top of each other. You don’t want to create a mess, but you want to have 33) ............ to work. You should 34) ............ have lots of light. Ideally, you should sit near a window with an overhead light and perhaps even a small reading lamp. Most importantly, you need a place which is 35) ............ free from distractions. This means no TV on in the room, no brothers or sisters running past you, no phone conversations to listen in on. 36) ............ or not you listen to music while you are studying depends on your personal preference. You must ignore any phone calls, and forget the urge to go and get a snack every fifteen minutes. Depending on your home, you may be 37) ............ to find the kitchen, dining room table or your bedroom the perfect place. If those areas don’t work out for you, maybe you can set aside a study space in your basement. Some people 38) ............ their homes too busy, and prefer to study at their local library. Wherever you choose to be, it is 39) ............ if you can study in the same place all the time. Your pens and pencils, paper, erasers, stapler, calculator, and anything 40) ............ you often use can be kept nearby, or you can keep them all in a bin or bag that can be pulled out whenever you need something.

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Would you please ... me a favour and help me with my project in History? A do C create B make D produce

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Our English teacher always wants us to guess what the new words ... in Bulgarian. A stand C mean B classify D define

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We were walking along a quiet country ... when it suddenly started to rain in torrents. A route C alley B lane D way

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Tony was ... of having broken into a neighbour’s house to steal money and jewellery. A accused C charged B blamed D convicted

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Jason usually leaves home early so as to ... the heavy traffic jams in the morning. A pass C escape B prevent D avoid

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PART 3: Task 2 Sentence Completion Directions: For each of the sentences below, circle the letter (A, B, C or D) of the word or phrase which best completes its meaning. 46

Ron and I ... every morning when we were students at the University of Michigan. A are used to going jogging B used to go jogging C used to going jogging D got used to go jogging

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Jake … his car in a busy street when a traffic warden turned up unexpectedly. A parked C was parking B has parked D was being parked

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Daniel can’t play computer games or surf the Internet ... permission from his father. A unless he gets B if he gets C unless he doesn’t get D provided he doesn’t get

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John and Mary will not come to the cinema tomorrow evening since they ... this film. A saw C have seen B had seen D will have seen

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My best friend’s parents almost always ... out late on Friday and Saturday evenings. A let her to stay C let her stay B let her staying D let her stays

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... she apologised to Alex for having offended him, he refused to talk with her. A In spite of C Since B Despite D Although

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The lights in Judith’s room are on. She … from school earlier than she usually does. A must come back B must be coming C must have came back D must have come back

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Helen and Bob spent three weeks ... on their presentation and they won the first prize. A to working C to be working B working D to work

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Our neighbours made ... noise last night that we couldn’t get a minute’s sleep. A so many C too much B such a much D so much

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The newly-elected mayor has promised that there will be facilities for ... in our town. A such disabled C the disabled B a disabled D so disabled

PART 3: Task 3 Sentence Transformations Directions: Complete the second sentence so that it is as close as possible in meaning to the first one.

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We all enjoyed ourselves a lot at Jimmy’s birthday party last Saturday. We had .............................................................. .......................................................................... .

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Ron and Vicky didn’t pass their final exams because they didn’t study hard. If Ron and Vicky ............................................... .......................................................................... .

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You don’t have to accompany me to the hospital if you don’t have time. It ......................................................................... .......................................................................... .

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People say that Angela and her brother are very gifted children. Angela and her brother are .............................. .......................................................................... .

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“I won’t give you any pudding until you have eaten your supper,” said Brian’s mother. Brian’s mother told him ..................................... .......................................................................... . © Express Publishing PHOTOCOPIABLE

Test A: Writing PART 4 Directions: Create a text of about 140-170 words on ONE of the following topics. 1

You are an advice columnist in a teenage fashion magazine. You receive the following letter from a reader. Dear Abby, I am a 15-year-old schoolgirl. My parents still buy most of my clothes for me because I don’t earn any money yet, but the problem is that I don’t like the choices they make. When I choose my own clothes, they complain that they cost too much money and that they don’t last me long enough because I’m still growing. My three younger brothers get much nicer clothes. How can I make my parents understand that I don’t feel good wearing the clothes that they buy me? Please help. Yours truly, Linda Write a reply, giving advice to the writer. Include the following points: ñ size of family – expensive ñ importance of feeling good – but don’t be fashion victim ñ 3 younger brothers – have to share clothes?

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Recently, there has been a lot of discussion about the use of mobile phones in certain places and situations. You have been asked to write an article commenting on the following statement: “The use of mobile phones in certain situations is not only rude, but can also be dangerous.” Write an article in which you give your opinion. Include the following points: ñ cars/planes ñ places of entertainment ñ schools/colleges ñ work


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Test B: Listening Comprehension PART 1: Task 1 Directions: You will hear a report on sounds and silence, twice. Before you listen to it, read the questions below in about 2 minutes. While listening for the first time, you can look at the statements and the three choices, but you are not allowed to take notes. When you hear the whole recording, you will have 9 minutes to circle the letter of the correct answer (A, B or C). Then, you will hear the recording again and will have 1 minute to check your answers.

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Parents always tell children to settle down. A True B False C No information in the text

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Some scientists think we should all be quieter. A True B False C No information in the text

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Natural sounds are unhealthy for our planet. A True B False C No information in the text

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According to the text, animals do not utilise sounds. A True B False C No information in the text

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Noise pollution is mostly found in the world’s major cities. A True B False C No information in the text

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Animals are much more aware of noise pollution than humans. A True B False C No information in the text

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People cut down trees for major industries. A True B False C No information in the text

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Chris Shaver believes people should be able to go to noise-free areas. A True B False C No information in the text

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There are many people smoking in parks. A True B False C No information in the text © Express Publishing PHOTOCOPIABLE

PART 1: Task 2 Directions: You will hear an interview, twice. Before you listen to it, read the questions in about 2 minutes. While listening for the first time, you can look at the questions and the four choices, but you are not allowed to take notes. When you hear the whole recording, you will have 6 minutes to circle the letter of the correct answer (A, B, C or D). Then, you will hear the recording again and will have 1 minute to check your answers.

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The first job Richard had was as ... A a writer. B a doctor. C a surgeon. D a teacher.

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When he wasn’t writing, he used to ... A go to the cinema. B play cards. C spend time with his family. D go to eat with friends.

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Richard was given encouragement by ... A his family. B his friends. C his colleagues. D no one.

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He is most proud of ... A his book Mortal Lessons. B his book Letters to a Young Doctor. C teaching others through his work. D being a useful doctor.

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How does Richard feel about his early books? A He is generally satisfied with them. B He is embarrassed by them. C He is confused by them. D He doesn’t remember them.

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At the end of the interview, Richard says that ... A he is happy with his success. B he won’t write any more books. C he wants to be a very good doctor. D he is disappointed with his life.


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Test B: Reading Comprehension PART 2: Task 1 Directions: Read the text below. Then, read the statements that follow it and circle the letter of the correct answer (A, B or C).

SKYDIVE SOUTHWEST FLORIDA After arriving at Skydive Southwest Florida you will fill out some paperwork, watch a short video, receive about 20 minutes of instructions, and then go skydiving. It’s that easy. Skydive Southwest Florida uses the tandem jump as your introduction to this great sport. A tandem jump is where you are physically attached to the instructor for the entire jump. This gives you the peace of mind to completely enjoy your jump without having to worry about a lot of mind-bending training. If you decide skydiving is for you after your first jump, we offer complete instruction up to and beyond certification. You will jump out of a plane from around 4,000 metres above ground and freefall for about a minute, and then descend for 5 to 7 minutes under a large parachute designed for two. The landings will amaze you. Some are soft, some are stand-ups, some are slides, and yes, sorry to say some are harder than normal! You can have your skydive videotaped by a highly skilled freefall camera operator. They will actually jump with you and capture the entire experience from training to landing. We can also mix your videotape to your favourite music. We have a large selection of perfect skydiving music, but if you prefer your own, bring the CD with you. The video and photo package is optional, but highly recommended. After landing, you’ll receive your First Jump Certificate. 16

Before skydiving, people are required to read the instructions manual. A True B False C No information in the text

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In a tandem jump, the instructor is tied to the jumper. A True B False C No information in the text There is intensive training involved in a tandem jump. A True B False C No information in the text

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The plane used follows safety regulations. A True B False C No information in the text

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The height the jumper falls from is beyond that required for certification. A True B False C No information in the text © Express Publishing PHOTOCOPIABLE

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The freefall is about 5-7 minutes long. A True B False C No information in the text

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There are many different types of landings. A True B False C No information in the text

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You must use the large selection of music provided by the company. A True B False C No information in the text

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The tape and pictures are not required. A True B False C No information in the text

PART 2: Task 2 Directions: Read the text below. Then, read the questions that follow it and circle the letter of the correct answer (A, B, C or D).

YOU ARE WHAT YOU EAT Pull open the glass door, feel the rush of cool air, walk in, get in line, study the colour photographs above the counter, place your order and hand over a few Euros. Watch teenagers in uniforms pushing various buttons, and moments later take hold of a plastic tray full of food wrapped in coloured paper and cardboard. The whole experience of buying fast food has become so routine that it is now taken for granted, like brushing your teeth or stopping at a red light. It has become a social custom. Over the past three decades, an industry that began with no more than a handful or so of hot dog and hamburger stands in southern California has spread to almost every corner of the Earth. Fast food is now served at restaurants, stadiums, airports, zoos, schools and universities, on cruise ships, trains and aeroplanes, at supermarkets, petrol stations and even in hospital cafeterias. Americans now spend more money on fast food than they do on higher education. They spend more on fast food than on movies, books, magazines, newspapers, videos and recorded music – combined. What people eat (or don’t eat) has always been determined by a complex mixture of social, economic and technological forces. The early Roman Republic was fed by its citizen-farmers; the Roman Empire, by its slaves. During a relatively brief period of time, the fast food industry has helped transform not only our diet, but also the landscape, economy, workforce and popular culture. Fast food and its consequences have become inescapable, regardless of whether you eat it twice a day or have never taken a single bite. In some cases the fast food industry has been the cause of larger social and economic changes. In other cases, such as making people overweight, fast food has played a central role. Hundreds of millions of people buy fast food every day of the week without giving it much thought, unaware of the subtle and not so subtle consequences of their purchases. They rarely consider where this food came from, how it was made, and what it is doing to the community around them. I think people should know what lies behind the shiny, happy surface of every fast food sale. They should know what really lies between those sesame-seed buns. As the old saying goes: You are what you eat.

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Buying fast food is ... has become a tradition. A so common that it B so expensive that making it C not so good for you, and avoiding it D mainly for teenagers, with whom it

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The fast food industry started thirty years ago ... A in Hamburg. B on a street corner. C in a small way. D in many parts of the world.

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Americans spend more on fast food than ... A on anything else. B on many forms of entertainment. C the rest of the world. D on health care.

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People’s ... three things. A diets consist of B over consumption of fast food is due to C taste in food has been changed by more than D eating habits have always depended on a mixture of

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Fast food influences people’s lives ... A more than in the past. B whether they eat it or not. C more than the Romans did. D and musical taste.

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The effects of fast food consumption ... A may be either direct or indirect. B are never good. C are far reaching. D become apparent later in life. © Express Publishing PHOTOCOPIABLE

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Test B: Use of English PART 3: Task 1 Cloze Test Directions: Read the text and the sentences below and for each gap circle the letter (A, B, C or D) of the word or phrase that best suits each space.

She knew something was wrong the moment she 31) ............ the room. It wasn’t as if anything was missing or not in the usual 32) ............, but something was definitely not as it should be. She stopped and looked 33) ............ again, this time more carefully. The cat was 34) ............ curled into a ball in front of the fire, gently sleeping. Nothing unusual about that. Puzzled, she sat in her 35) ............ chair by the fire and took a small sip of the coffee she had brought from the kitchen, absentmindedly rubbing the cat with her foot as she did so. Her action 36) ............ the animal up. It yawned, stretched, and then 37) ............ asleep again. Suddenly, she froze, her coffee halfway to her mouth. She had 38) ............ something when the cat yawned and stretched itself. Normally, when it woke and saw her in the room, the cat would 39) ............ demanding to be fed. Her eyes went to the tank in the corner which had been 40) ............ to her three valuable pet fish for the past five months. It was empty.

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Doctor Smith insists on ... my younger son, Tim, again next week. A checking C examining B testing D inspecting

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This dress didn’t ... me last year but now that I have lost some weight it’s OK. A match C fit B suit D go with

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Jack’s parents always ... his decisions no matter whether they like them or not. A support C keep B maintain D help

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If you leave now, you will miss the ... to meet my boyfriend, Chris. A occasion C possibility B circumstance D opportunity

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It is a long time since I last saw her so I’m not quite sure whether I will ... her. A acquaint C recognise B distinguish D differentiate

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Very ... students took part in the school fundraiser. A few C a little B little D a few

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You will never tell lies to your grandparents again, ...? A will you C do you B won’t you D don’t you

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Bob and Steve go to basketball practice three times ... week. A any C a B during D the I’d rather stay at home tonight than ... out with Rose and her boyfriend. A go C going B to go D to going

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... we have dinner out this evening as I don’t feel like cooking at home? A Will C Ought B Shall D Would

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John’s new flat is twice as ... as the one he used to live in up until last month. A big C biggest B bigger D more big

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If you had put on your warm pullover yesterday, you ... ill in bed at the moment. A will not be lying B would have not been lying C are not lying D would not be lying

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Please stop ... to your mother and father like that because they don’t deserve it. A to talk C to talking B talking D talk

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Take either your cardigan or jumper with you just in case it ... cold in the evening. A will get C got B would get D gets

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I was enjoying a quiet evening on the balcony when I saw a man ... into her house. A break C to break B broke D to breaking

PART 3: Task 3 Sentence Transformations Directions: Complete the second sentence so that it is as close as possible in meaning to the first one. 56

My father says that I am too young to drive our new car. My father says that I am not .............................. .......................................................................... .

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There are only a few people who can afford to go on a two-week holiday nowadays. There aren’t ....................................................... .......................................................................... .

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Sofia managed to finalise the project before she went on a business trip. Sofia succeeded ............................................... .......................................................................... .

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Whenever I visit Pamporovo, I remember the day when I first met my girlfriend. Pamporovo ........................................................ .......................................................................... .

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They haven’t mended my grandmother’s old washing machine yet. My grandmother’s ............................................. .......................................................................... . © Express Publishing PHOTOCOPIABLE

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Test B: Writing PART 4 Directions: Create a text of about 140-170 words on ONE of the following topics. 1

A waiter spilled sauce on your clothes while you were having dinner in a restaurant. Write to the manager to complain about what happened and to arrange a meeting. Mention the following: ñ ñ ñ ñ

designer jeans – very expensive washed jeans – sauce still there professional cleaning – sauce gone but colour changed new jeans – who pays

Begin your letter like this: Dear Sir/Madam,

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The generation gap: myth or reality? Do you think it is very difficult for teenagers to get along with their parents nowadays? Include the following points: ñ music ñ clothes

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Test C: Listening Comprehension PART 1: Task 1 Directions: You will hear a restaurant review, twice. Before you listen to it, read the statements in about 2 minutes. While listening for the first time, you can look at the statements and the three choices, but you are not allowed to take notes. When you hear the whole text, you will have 5 minutes to circle the letter of the correct answer (A, B or C). Then, you will hear the recording again and will have 1 minute to check your answers. 1

The restaurant is in a busy place. A True B False C No information in the text

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Rico’s is very noisy. A True B False C No information in the text

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The owners work in the restaurant. A True B False C No information in the text

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The staff are very friendly and polite. A True B False C No information in the text

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The prices are reasonable. A True B False C No information in the text


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PART 1: Task 2 Directions: You will hear a text about Kensington Palace in London, twice. Before you listen to it, read the statements in about 2 minutes. While listening for the first time, you can look at the statements and the three choices, but you are not allowed to take notes. When you hear the whole text, you will have 4 minutes to circle the letter of the correct answer (A, B or C). Then, you will hear the recording again and will have 1 minute to check your answers.

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There are eleven people in each group. A True B False C No information in the text

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Visitors can ask questions at any time. A True B False C No information in the text

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Each group must have at least two adults. A True B False C No information in the text

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It is OK to take photographs inside the place. A True B False C No information in the text


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Joe Matthews has been sailing ... A for less than twenty years. B for over twenty years. C for exactly twenty years. D since last year.

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Joe was saved because ... A he managed to make it to the shore. B it didn’t take long for help to reach him. C someone spotted him and sent help. D only half of his sails were damaged.

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At first, Joe wanted to sail to ... A Calais. B La Hague. C Cherbourg. D Dover.

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Joe’s brother told him ... A not to go sailing. B to pay more attention to him. C that there would be a storm. D to check the boat before leaving.

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Joe had difficulties in the storm because ... A the weather changed so quickly. B he couldn’t phone the coast guard. C he had mechanical problems. D his radio had broken down.

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Joe says that in the future he will ... A be ready for anything. B no longer sail. A take his brother with him. D only sail in good weather.


Test C: Reading Comprehension PART 2: Task 1 Directions: Read the text below. Then, read the statements that follow it and circle the letter of the correct answer (A, B or C).

A Documentary with a Difference Touching the Void is a remarkable and powerful film. It is a documentary, which tells the true story of what happens to two young men who find themselves in a terrifying situation, facing possible death. In 1985, Joe Simpson and Simon Yates became the first men to climb the west face of the Siula Grande in the Peruvian Andes. Their success was followed by a number of terrifying disasters, as the two were returning to their base camp. The film takes its title from the best-selling book that Simpson wrote about the experiences he and Yates had on the mountain. Oscar-winning director, Kevin Macdonald, says that he was so moved by the story that he wanted to make the film even before Simpson had finished the book. The result is a brilliant cinema experience. It is a mixture of recent interviews with the climbers and dramatic reconstructions of what happened on the mountain nearly twenty years ago. But the film is more than a suspense-filled account of the events. By using interviews instead of passages from the book to tell the story, Macdonald succeeds in helping us understand what went through the two men’s minds at the time. Both men speak honestly about what happened and the difficult decisions Yates had to make after Simpson fell and broke his leg – decisions which no man should ever have to make.

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The film Touching the Void is based on facts. A True B False C No information in the text

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The film has won an Oscar. A True B False C No information in the text

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Joe Simpson and Simon Yates were close friends. A True B False C No information in the text

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The director of the film was impressed by the book. A True B False C No information in the text

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No one had successfully climbed the mountain before Joe and Simon. A True B False C No information in the text

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The film combines several types of directing techniques. A True B False C No information in the text

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An accident happened on the way down the mountain. A True B False C No information in the text

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We don’t know what the climbers felt about the situation. A True B False C No information in the text

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Simon Yates also put his experiences in writing. A True B False C No information in the text

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Simon Yates found it very difficult to make decisions. A True B False C No information in the text © Express Publishing PHOTOCOPIABLE

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Claudia Schiffer: Supermodel Claudia Schiffer is a famous supermodel. She first gained worldwide recognition by appearing in advertisements in early 1989. Born on August 25th, 1970, Claudia was raised in Düsseldorf. Claudia’s mother was a homemaker and her father was a lawyer. As a child, Claudia had no plans to be a model; in fact, she wanted to be a lawyer in her father’s law firm. Claudia’s ambition to become a lawyer changed one night when she went to a nightclub in October 1987. A modelling agent, Michel Levaton, saw Claudia and was impressed with her. Claudia flew off to Paris for her first test shoot and a star was born. Claudia’s first big success came from the popular cover shot for Elle magazine. After that, magazines all over Europe wanted Claudia on their front covers. Guess? Magazine made Claudia their Guess? girl in a huge advertising campaign. She has been on TV many times throughout her career on shows such as Larry King Live, The Tonight Show and The Late Show. Besides her television appearances, Claudia has also starred in a number of feature films dating back to 1994. Her most recent role was in the film Black & White. Claudia is also a businesswoman. She is one of the founders of the trendy restaurant chain, Fashion Café. She opened the restaurant with her fellow modeling friends in 1995. As for her hobbies, Claudia likes riding horses, painting, playing tennis, reading, skiing and dancing. Claudia speaks many languages including German, French and English. Claudia is still one of the top supermodels in today’s modelling industry. She says that in the future she wants to do more acting and she would like to have a large family. From www.askmen.com, Claudia Schiffer

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Claudia Schiffer was discovered … A in 1987. B in 1970. C in 1994. D in 1990.

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According to the text, Claudia Schiffer ... A is not keen on sports. B knows several languages. C is no longer a renowned model. D has no plans to act in the future.

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When Claudia was young, she wanted to … A work as a model. B work with her father. C work in her home. D work in a nightclub.

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The text is about Claudia Schiffer’s … A success. B education. C fitness. D personal life.

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Claudia’s first big career break was ... A taking part in the Guess? advertising campaign. B playing a part in the film Black & White. C being a co-founder of Fashion Café. D posing for the famous Elle magazine.


Test C: Use of English PART 3: Task 1 Cloze Test Directions: Read the text and the sentences below. For each gap circle the letter (A, B, C or D) of the word or phrase that best suits each space.

Working Students Days are long for Elizabeth Meredith. As 31) ............ as studying for a medical degree, she works up to 20 hours a week as a waitress. “I wasn’t really expecting to have to work my 32) ............ through medical school, but after the first year I owed 33) ............ of money to my bank so I started working,” says the fourth-year student. “I don’t know how I would manage without the money I get from working. I could cut 34) ............ on some of the activities I do, but I try to live cheaply, bearing in mind I live in London.” 35) ............ long summer holidays are very rare for medical students, Elizabeth spent last summer working as a healthcare assistant. “It was really a good experience, spending time with patients and developing better communication skills,” she says. Elizabeth’s work 36) ............ is fairly typical of today’s student workforce, which puts in an average 14 hours a week of paid 37) ............ during term-time.

31 32 33 34 35 36 37

A A A A A A A

well route very off Despite example job

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The lady promised to give a ... to anyone who could help find her pet dog. A bribe C tip B loan D reward

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Grandma insists I eat vegetables and fruit since they are ... in vitamins. A rich C full B loaded D heavy

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Your parcel from the United Kingdom will be ... by UPS tomorrow morning. A serviced C provided B delivered D obtained

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Foreigners buying property in Bulgaria prefer ... areas to big cities and towns. A urban C public B municipal D rural

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This year’s competition in English will take ... at the end of May in Shumen. A place C venue B part D site

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Joshua is planning to find a part-time job so that he can ... some extra money. A earn C profit B win D return

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Could you please call the airport and ask what time the plane for London ...? A takes after C takes off B takes up D takes on

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Our new sofa in the living room is so ... that I prefer it to the bed in my room. A convenient C suitable B comfortable D appropriate

B B B B B B B

long way spot as well approximately pattern knowledgeable

C C C C C C C

far itinerary a lot down However sample occupation

D D D D D D D

besides course much in Although outline employment


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I will get Jim ... me clean my computer from all the viruses it has. A helping C to helping B to help D help

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You both must be hungry. Why don’t you help ... to a sandwich? A yours C you B yourself D yourselves

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My mother and father wish Alexander and I ... smoking as soon as possible. A give up C would give up B had given up D given up

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It was the first time my cousin, Angela, and her boyfriend, Simon, ... a horse. A was riding C had ridden B were riding D would be riding

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Ron will not take part in the conference to be held next Monday afternoon. ... A Neither will Mila. C So will Mila. B Neither Mila will. D So Mila will.

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Daniel and Pamela ... when my wife and I told them we would visit them in Paris. A were surprised C were surprisingly B were surprising D surprised

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David and Peter ... the house by the time Mrs Stevenson comes back from work. A will tidy up C will have tidied up B will be tidying up D will be tidied up

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Tim has been living here for about ten years and now he speaks Bulgarian ... . A fluent. C more fluent. B fluently. D fluentlier.

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Do you have any idea what’s wrong with Tina? She ... upset at the moment. A is looking C has looked B looks D was being looked

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I am disappointed with Alex as she neither phoned me nor ... me a text message. A she sent C she was sent B did she send D was she sent


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The meal was so tasty that he asked the hostess if he could have some more. It was ................................................................. .......................................................................... .

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The worst time to drive a car in big cities such as Sofia is during the rush hour. There isn’t a ....................................................... .......................................................................... .

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It’s a long time since my parents, my sister and I went to the seaside. My parents, my sister and I ............................... .......................................................................... .

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It would be a good idea to talk with Jake’s parents before we punish him so severely. We had ............................................................. .......................................................................... .

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Andrew is going to visit us tomorrow; he has not been here for weeks. Andrew, ............................................................. .......................................................................... .


Test C: Writing PART 4 Directions: Create a text of about 140-170 words on ONE of the following topics. 1

A friend of yours is planning to move to your neighbourhood, but he/she needs some information about the place. Write a letter to your friend describing your neighbourhood and pointing out the advantages and the disadvantages of living there. In your letter, include information about: things that make the place attractive and/or unattractive; different sorts of facilities to be found in your neighbourhood; what the people are like; what one can do in their free time, etc.

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You have decided to participate in a competition for the best short story entitled “A Disastrous Day of Mine”. Write your story explaining what made your day disastrous. In your story, include information about all or some of the following: ñ ñ ñ ñ ñ ñ ñ

how your day started things you did people you met things other people did places you visited places other people visited how your day ended


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Test D: Listening Comprehension PART 1: Task 1 Directions: You will hear an extract from Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, twice. Before you listen to it, read the statements in about 2 minutes. While listening for the first time, you can look at the statements and the three choices, but you are not allowed to take notes. When you hear the whole text, you will have 5 minutes to circle the letter of the correct answer (A, B or C). Then, you will hear the recording again and will have 1 minute to check your answers.

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Charlie works for Mr Willy Wonka. A True B False C No information in the text

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Charlie’s grandfather doesn’t respect Wonka. A True B False C No information in the text

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What Wonka produces is unusual. A True B False C No information in the text

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Wonka invented more kinds of chocolates than any other factory. A True B False C No information in the text

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Everybody knows how Wonka makes his eggs. A True B False C No information in the text


PART 1: Task 2 Directions: You will hear a text about the Great Pyramid of Khufu, twice. Before you listen to it, read the statements in about 2 minutes. While listening for the first time, you can look at the statements and the three choices, but you are not allowed to take notes. When you hear the whole text, you will have 4 minutes to circle the letter of the correct answer (A, B or C). Then, you will hear the recording again and will have 1 minute to check your answers.

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The Great Pyramid was built when Pharaoh Khufu died. A True B False C No information in the text

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The Pyramid has become shorter over the years. A True B False C No information in the text

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The Great Pyramid took nearly half a century to construct. A True B False C No information in the text

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Scientists can prove why the Pyramids were built. A True B False C No information in the text


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Susan did not go to Australia because she ... A was not interested in the food there. B did not have enough time. C spent too long in Antarctica. D could not really afford it.

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Susan travelled by ... A ship. B car. C train. D plane.

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Susan says she had to go to the countries she visited because she ... A had been invited to stay in people’s homes. B could not find any useful information on the Net. C wanted to eat food made from traditional recipes. D wanted to go to different restaurants.

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According to the presenter, Susan has ... A chosen a bad time to publish her book. B only recently become interested in the world of cookery. C written a book which is different from her other books. D never written a cookery book before.

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Susan says that ... A she does not want to eat Mexican food again. B she does not like staying in international hotels. C Mexican food is very similar to French food. D food is an important part of different cultures.

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Rose omelette is ... A a dish Susan recommends for breakfast. B the most unusual dish Susan has ever eaten. C not described in Susan’s new book. D the strangest food in the world. © Express Publishing PHOTOCOPIABLE

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Test D: Reading Comprehension PART 2: Task 1 Directions: Read the text below. Then, read the statements that follow it and circle the letter of the correct answer (A, B or C).

Are Our Schools Safe? Parents believe that their children are safe at school. In reality, however, this is far from the truth. On 10 December last year, Paula Lewis was having a day off when a telephone call changed her life for ever. Her son’s teachers wanted her to come to the school as soon as possible. There had been an accident. Harry, Paula’s third child, was in ‘a bit of a mess’. When Paula got to the school and saw her son, he was sitting down. At first she thought he was OK but then he opened his mouth and blood poured out. She was shocked. Harry had fallen over in the playground and smashed his teeth. She put Harry and his brother Dale into her car and set off on a nightmare journey through traffic. Paula’s arrival at St Helier’s Hospital didn’t end her problems. They couldn’t do anything for Harry. Four of his teeth needed to be taken out and there was damage to the mouth and gums. He was transferred across London, ending up at St George’s Hospital, where he was operated on the next morning. Like many parents, Paula thought nothing could happen to her kids when they were at school. But the fact is, school is where children are most likely to have accidents. Here, the most common injuries result from simple ‘slip and trip’ accidents, which are often seen as the injured child’s fault. So what is being done? Sadly, very little. Meanwhile, Harry Lewis still can’t talk properly. “Because it happened at school,” says his mother, “nobody seems to care. Of course, everybody would want to know how a child lost so many teeth if it had happened at home.” Adapted from education.guardian.co.uk, All Fall Down, March 2000

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Paula was at work when the school phoned about Harry. A True B False C No information in the text

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Paula knew her children were in danger at school. A True B False C No information in the text

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Harry has brothers or sisters that are older than him. A True B False C No information in the text

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Paula believes school accidents are not considered important. A True B False C No information in the text

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Harry had been hit by a classmate. A True B False C No information in the text

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The text looks at Paula’s daily routine. A True B False C No information in the text

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One of Harry’s teeth was gone. A True B False C No information in the text

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Harry was operated on at St George’s Hospital. A True B False C No information in the text © Express Publishing PHOTOCOPIABLE


A Dog ’s Life Buck lived in a big house in the Sunny Clara Valley, Judge Miller’s Place, it was called. It stood back from the road, half hidden among trees. At the back, things were even more spacious than at the front. There were large stables, rows of servants’ cottages, a neat line of outhouses, and wild fields. And over this great area Buck lived. Here he was born, and here he had lived the four years of his life. Of course, there were other dogs in such a big place, but they did not count. They came and went, lived outside in the kennels, or lived indoors. Inside the house, was Toots, the Japanese pug, and Ysabel, the Mexican hairless dog, strange animals that rarely put their noses out of the doors. On the other hand, there were the fox terriers, twenty of them at least, who barked at Toots and Ysabel looking out of the windows at them, protected by the housemaids with their brooms and mops. But Buck wasn’t a house or a kennel dog. The whole place was his. He dived into the swimming tank or went hunting with the Judge’s sons; he went with Mollie and Alice, the Judge’s daughters, on long evening or early morning walks; on winter nights he lay at the Judge’s feet in front of the roaring library fire; he carried the Judge’s grandsons on his back, or rolled them in the grass. The other dogs he totally ignored, for he was king, king over all the creeping, crawling, flying things of the Judge Miller’s place, humans included. Adapted from The Call of the Wild – www.bibliomania.com

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The dog, Buck, lived in ... A the wild. B a tiny house. C the city. D the countryside.

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According to the text ... A Buck was older than the other two dogs. B the Judge owned too many dogs to count. C none of the dogs stayed for very long. D Buck had been raised at the Judge’s.

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The fragment states that… A Ysabel hardly ever left the house. B the fox terriers attacked the maids. C the fox terriers lived in the house. D Toots, the pug, was totally bad.

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The Judge ... A had two very young sons. B had at least four children. C often took Buck for walks. D loved to play with Buck.

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Buck considered his role in the Judge’s family to be that of ... A a working dog. B a child-minder. C a leader. D an organiser.

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The word ‘for’ in the last paragraph means ... A as. B while. C though. D nevertheless.

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The passage presents ... A the skills of hunting dogs. B a beautiful landscape. C the Judge’s children. D the life of a dog.


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Test D: Use of English PART 3: Task 1 Cloze Test Directions: Read the text and the sentences below and for each gap circle the letter (A, B, C or D) of the word or phrase that best suits each space.

Take a Study Break However strange or unusual it might 31) ............, travel and study breaks are what can only be described as life-changing experiences – and many people are trying them 32) ............ . It’s not just the mouthwatering food and drink that 33) ............ people to Florence, the heart of the Italian Renaissance. People go there to study, too. And is there a better way to learn a language and 34) ............ the history of a country than being there with people, experiencing the culture and life buzzing all around you? You are sure to meet and 35) ............ new friends almost immediately. After your first day you have an ‘instant family’ made 36) ............ of your fellow travellers and, of course, your fellow students. You study together, you take the wrong bus together, you laugh and dine together and together you make silly mistakes when 37) ............ your meals. It really is a unique experience, getting hints and tips from the local people, not just the travel guides. Schools and cultural institutes 38) ............ courses of study in Italian language, art history and Italian culture. There are courses throughout the year 39) ............ from some which are as short as three days to year-long examination courses in both the Italian language and the history of the art. Accommodation is 40) ............ for you by the institutes’ accommodation advisers, and students can take part in numerous social events such 41) ............ pizza evenings and conversation exchanges during their stay. Florence is just a great place to be, to be seen, and to take in the culture and the language for just a short time. Try it, if you are anything like me, then you won’t 42) ............ it.

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31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42

A A A A A A A A A A A A

seem for appeal invent do out placing suggest continue found like apologise

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The meeting will be ... for half an hour as Victor and Pat will be a bit late. A postponed C terminated B cancelled D suspended

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Helen is not very happy that both her son and daughter ... her husband. A take up C take after B take down D take to

B B B B B B B B B B B B

look on attract develop make away serving advise proceeding distributed as forgive


C C C C C C C C C C C C

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stare out catch devise create up asking offer ranging supplied similar to regret

D D D D D D D D D D D D

glance over draw discover build over ordering propose carrying on put up alike disappoint

Do you have any ... where Mark and Harry could be at this time of night? A opinion C thought B belief D idea


Whenever I am hesitant about something, I always ask my elder brother for … A an advice. C some advice. B the advice. D a few advice.

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Rose and George bought this second hand car after they ... by a mechanic. A have consulted C had been consulted B had consulted D were being consulted

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The less you think about what happened to you the other day, … you will feel. A the more good C the best B the more better D the better

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Sam and I will have dinner with our family before we … to Derek’s place. A will go C have gone B went D go

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“Will you come to the theatre with us tomorrow?” “I can’t because I … my sister.” A will look after C looking after B going to look after D am looking after

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Jeremy, his wife, son and daughter … Spain, Italy and France twice this year. A have already visited B are already visiting C already visited D were already visiting

Stop it, Jason. I will have to phone your parents because you … in my classes. A always talk B are always talking C have always been talking D had always been talking

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Teachers and nurses in Bulgaria should ... more than they get at the moment. A pay C be paid B be paying D to be paid

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Do you happen to know when … back from her business trip? A Nina will come C is Nina coming B will Nina come D Nina will came

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Lily and Fred are used … a lie in on Saturday and on Sunday morning. A to have C to having B having D to be having

PART 3: Task 3 Sentence Transformations Directions: Complete the second sentence so that it is as close as possible in meaning to the first one. 56

You are not allowed to use the office telephone to make personal phone calls. You .................................................................... .......................................................................... .

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Both Sam and Andy dislike eating at Chinese restaurants. Neither Sam ...................................................... .......................................................................... .

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Derek and Alice had never attended such a pleasant house warming party before. This .................................................................... .......................................................................... .

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I’d rather you did not tell my girlfriend everything I had shared with you. You .................................................................... .......................................................................... .

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“We are in a hurry as the performance starts in less than 15 minutes,” Cindy said. Cindy said that .................................................. .......................................................................... . © Express Publishing PHOTOCOPIABLE

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Test D: Writing PART 4 Directions: Create a text of about 140-170 words on ONE of the following topics.

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A magazine is holding a short story competition and you have made up your mind to participate. Your story must end with the following sentence: Maria and Peter decided never to go for a walk in the forest on their own again.

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The editor of the magazine you work for has asked you to write a review of a book you have read recently. In your review, give a summary of the plot and say why in your opinion this book is worth reading.


Test E: Listening Comprehension PART 1: Task 1 Directions: You will hear part of a radio programme, twice. Before you listen to it, read the questions below in about 2 minutes. While listening for the first time, you can look at the questions and the four choices, but you are not allowed to take notes. When you hear the whole recording, you will have 6 minutes to circle the letter of the correct answer (A, B, C or D). Then, you will hear the recording again and will have 1 minute to check your answers. 1

The earthquake happened ... A in the summer. B after 4 pm. C at the weekend. D before 10 am.

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While Todd was on his way home, he ... A lost control of his car. B went to pick up his wife. C stopped to eat something. D got stuck in a traffic jam.

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Todd was sure there had been an earthquake when ... A he saw cracks in the road. B he noticed all the cars were out of control. C his car began moving from side to side. D his car fell into a crack in the road.

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Todd’s wife ... A called him because she was terrified. B was knocked down by the earthquake. C took the children to a safe place. D told the children to come to the kitchen.

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Todd thinks he was fortunate because ... A his wife acted wisely. B his family wasn’t upset by the experience. C he managed to get over the bridge in time. D his house had little damage.

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The earthquake has made Todd ... A start to worry about his family. B panic about problems at work. C worry about natural disasters. D take little problems much less seriously.


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PART 1: Task 2 Directions: You will hear a text on how to cure insomnia (the inability to fall asleep), twice. Before you listen to it, read the statements below in about 2 minutes. While listening for the first time, you can look at the statements and the three choices, but you are not allowed to take notes. When you hear the whole recording, you will have 9 minutes to circle the letter of the correct answer (A, B or C). Then, you will hear the recording again and will have 1 minute to check your answers.

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Inadequate sleep is more common in adolescents. A True B False C No information in the text

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People with insomnia often feel exhausted and find it difficult to focus. A True B False C No information in the text

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Insomnia can cause arthritis. A True B False C No information in the text

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Getting fired from your job can cause insomnia. A True B False C No information in the text

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Drinking coffee before going to bed can disrupt your sleep. A True B False C No information in the text

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One should avoid watching television in order to overcome insomnia. A True B False C No information in the text

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Working out in the daytime can help promote a good night’s sleep. A True B False C No information in the text

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Yoga tends to worsen sleep disorders. A True B False C No information in the text

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Many doctors prescribe herbal medicines to cure insomnia. A True B False C No information in the text


Test E: Reading Comprehension PART 2: Task 1 Directions: Read the text below. Then, read the statements that follow it and circle the letter of the correct answer (A, B or C).

Disappearing snow Can you imagine the world’s highest mountains without snow? Well, according to scientists, global warming is changing the appearance of Africa’s most famous landmarks. The ice cap on Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain, is expected to disappear in the next twelve years. Scientists have been saying for a long time that the first signs of global warming would appear in the high altitude ice caps and glaciers of the world. The disappearance of the ice cap on Mount Kilimanjaro is the most serious evidence of this. At least one third of the ice on Kilimanjaro has melted in the last twelve years. Fifteen years ago, the mountain’s twin peaks, Kibo and Mawenzi, wore shiny ice caps but now Mawenzi is completely bare, without any snow or ice on it at all. One local, who lives at the foot of Kilimanjaro, says that many changes have taken place since he was a young boy. “When I was a child, the whole mountain was covered in snow and the ice cap was very thick. The mountain used to be hidden in clouds for months”, he says. “It’s gone, it’s all melted away,” says Joris Thiijseen, who works for Greenpeace. “This is the price we pay because nothing is being done about global warming. Here in Africa, we will lose the ice caps and glaciers.” Other researchers have seen similar ice losses around the world. The ice cap on Mount Kenya, for example, has got much smaller since 1963. Two glaciers on top of the mountains in New Guinea are also disappearing. In Venezuela there were six glaciers in 1972, now there are only two and scientists say that they will melt in the next ten years. Perhaps Dr Guy Midgley of the National Botanical Institute sums up the problem best, “Ignoring global warming will not make it go away!”

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One of the highest mountains in the world is Mount Kilimanjaro. A True B False C No information in the text

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A lot of money is being spent to prevent global warming. A True B False C No information in the text

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Mount Kilimanjaro is a place where ice and snow can be seen from the Equator. A True B False C No information in the text

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People in Africa will face many droughts and floods. A True B False C No information in the text

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Scientists feel that melting ice caps are not proof of global warming. A True B False C No information in the text

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In the near future, there will be no glaciers in Venezuela. A True B False C No information in the text

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In recent years, all the ice on Kilimanjaro has vanished. A True B False C No information in the text

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The text describes some effects of global warming. A True B False C No information in the text

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At one time, thick clouds covered Kilimanjaro all year round. A True B False C No information in the text

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The scientists from the text have a number of solutions to fight global warming. A True B False C No information in the text © Express Publishing PHOTOCOPIABLE

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PART 2: Task 2 Directions: Read the text below. Then, read the questions that follow it and circle the letter of the correct answer (A, B, C or D). Pollyanna lifted her head and listened. A dog had barked some distance ahead. A moment later he came running towards her, still barking. “Hullo, doggie – hullo!” She had seen the dog once before, she was sure. He had been with Mr John Pendleton. She was looking now, hoping to see him, but he did not appear, so she returned her attention toward the dog. The dog was acting strangely. He continued barking – only now, they were short, erratic barks, as if he was nervous. He was running backwards and forwards, too, in the side path ahead. “That isn’t the way home,” laughed Pollyanna, keeping to the main path. The little dog seemed in a panic now. Backwards and forwards, backwards and forwards between Pollyanna and the side path he ran barking. At last Pollyanna understood and turned to follow him. The little dog raced ahead madly, and it was not long before Pollyanna came upon the reason for it all: there was a man lying on the ground a few metres from the side path. The man turned his head. With a cry Pollyanna ran to his side. “Mr Pendleton! Oh, are you hurt?” “Hurt? Oh, no! I’m just taking a sleep in the sunshine,” said the man crossly. “See here, what can you do? Have you got any sense?” “Why, Mr Pendleton, I – I can’t do many things; but my aunt says I have real good sense. I heard her say so one day – she didn’t know I heard, though.” The man smiled a little. “There, there, child. Now listen. Straight down the path there, about five minutes’ walk, is my house. This key will open the side door. When you get into the house, go straight through the hall to the room at the end. On the big desk in the middle of the room you’ll find a telephone. Do you know how to use a telephone?” “Oh, yes, sir!” “Call Dr Chilton and tell him that John Pendleton is in Pendleton Woods with a broken leg, and to come at once.” “A broken leg? Oh, Mr Pendleton, how perfectly awful!” cried Pollyanna. Adapted from Pollyanna by Eleanor H Porter

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Pollyanna was familiar with ... A Mr John Pendleton. B the dog. C Mr John Pendleton and the dog. D neither of them.

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The text is about ... A a dog that can do tricks. B giving instructions to someone. C a young girl acting maturely. D Pollyanna’s relationship with her aunt.

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Mr Pendleton was ... A taking a nap in the sunshine. B looking for his pet dog in the park. C was playing a joke on Pollyanna. D needed Pollyanna to help him. © Express Publishing PHOTOCOPIABLE

Test E: Use of English PART 3: Task 1 Cloze Test Directions: Read the text below and for each numbered gap circle the letter (A, B, C or D) of the word or phrase that best suits each space.

Spanish Language Many people 31) ............ that Spanish is the only language spoken in Spain but this is not true. In 32) ............, there are four recognised languages in this country, and these are: Castilian, Euskera (more commonly known as Basque), Catalan and Galician. The 33) ............ language of Spain is the Latin based Castilian, which used to be the language of the royal court and was 34) ............ on the Spanish people in 1714 by King Felipe V. Today every Spaniard knows, 35) ............ is supposed to know, the Castilian language. The second most spoken language in Spain is Euskera. About 600,000 people speak this language and they live mainly in the central 36) ............ of the country. This region is sometimes referred to as the Basque country, the capital of 37) ............ is Bilbao. The region has its own culture, which it 38) ............ with a further 100,000 people just across the border in southwest France. This language is very 39) ............ to other European languages and experts have long 40) ............ its origins. Some maintain that it is an ancient form of an old Iberian language while others 41) ............ that it is a Semitic language and many 42) ............ that it is related to languages of the Caucasus. Catalan, which is spoken in the eastern part of Spain, in parts of Andorra, France and Sardinia, is also Latin-based. It is 43) ............ as a first language by around 5 million people, and is understood by most Castilian speakers. Galician is in some ways similar to Portuguese and was traditionally the language of poetry. It is spoken in northwest Spain which borders with Portugal. Three million Galician speakers live in Spain but there are 44) ............ some living in Portugal and South America. In South America, Spaniards are known as ‘Gallegos’ and their language and culture are widely 45) ............ by Casa de Galicia (Gallicia Houses), which nurture the language and culture of this region.

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“This bunch of tulips is for you.” “Thanks, ... are my favourite flowers.” A tulips C a tulips B the tulips D the flowers tulips

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Grandpa ... the gardening since 9 o’clock and now he is very tired. A was doing C did B has been doing D been doing

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Neither John nor Mary go ... at the weekends. They always stay at home. A somewhere C everywhere B nowhere D anywhere

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There aren’t ... for everyone so fetch some from the kitchen, please. A glasses enough C some glasses B enough glasses D no glasses

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If flats were cheaper nowadays, we ... one for my son who is a student there. A buy C would buy B will buy D would have bought

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Mike and I will never forget ... week we spent in Athens two years ago. A a C which B the D some

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Your membership card has expired. It needs ... so that you can use the gym. A to renew C be renewed B renewing D to be renewing

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The school director is accusing Philip of having offended his Biology teacher. Philip .................................................................. .......................................................................... .

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Mona regrets not consulting anyone before buying a new DVD player. Mona wishes ..................................................... .......................................................................... .

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Mike will probably try to find a well-paid job before he gets married to Kylie. Mike is ............................................................... .......................................................................... .

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“How long has Dane been working for Billy’s company?” he asked me. He asked me ..................................................... .......................................................................... . © Express Publishing PHOTOCOPIABLE

Test E: Writing PART 4 Directions: Create a text of about 140-170 words on ONE of the following topics. 1

Write an article with a title ‘Life in Big Cities’. In your article, suggest ways in which people can make big cities better places to live in. List the problems that big cities face nowadays and provide solutions to the problems you have mentioned.

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You saw this advertisement in a holiday magazine. You are interested in this holiday and decide to find out more information.

Holidays with a difference! Join us for one of the most exciting and rewarding holidays imaginable. We are looking for people to join us at one of our many eco-holiday destinations. You can choose from a wide variety of tours available across the globe, including Africa, India and South and Central America. Stay as long as you wish – it all depends on how much time you have! For more details, please write to: John Smith, EcoTour, London

Write a letter to John Smith and tell him why you are interested in the holiday. In your letter, ask for information about the following: ñ cost ñ food/accommodation

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Further Matura Practice Sentence Transformations Directions: Complete the second sentence so that it is as close as possible in meaning to the first one. 1

She is too impatient to be a primary teacher. She isn’t ............................................................ ...........................................................................

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‘If you don’t tidy your room, I will not let you go out,’ Wendy said to Tim. Wendy told Tim ................................................ ........................................................................... You can have a glass of wine and some cheese for nothing. It doesn’t ........................................................... ........................................................................... Mike’s new iPod is exactly the same as mine. There’s .............................................................. ........................................................................... Ron was the only one in the office who didn’t congratulate me on my birthday. Everyone ........................................................... ........................................................................... We have always had a good relationship with our neighbours. We have always got ......................................... ........................................................................... Bob’s friends do not like his new haircut. Bob’s friends do not approve ........................... ........................................................................... Peter hadn’t called me for over two weeks. It was more ....................................................... ........................................................................... ‘We will miss the train if we do not make haste,’ said Catherine. Catherine said that unless they ........................ ........................................................................... Many prices are not the same as they were last year. Many prices have ............................................. ........................................................................... © Express Publishing PHOTOCOPIABLE

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Only homegrown vegetables were used in making these salads. These salads were ............................................ ...........................................................................

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‘I am sorry I was not able to attend your party,’ Vicky said. Vicky ................................................................. ...........................................................................

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It’s unlikely that the plane will take off on time. The plane is not ................................................ ...........................................................................

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I wouldn’t bother to water the plants today as it is going to rain tomorrow. It’s not ............................................................... ...........................................................................

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You must fill in this application form so as to be able to participate in the event. You are ............................................................. ...........................................................................

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‘It doesn’t matter what you do since I won’t forgive you.’ ‘It makes ........................................................... ...........................................................................

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I advise you to take some days off work. You .................................................................... ...........................................................................

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There is no doubt she did not mean to offend you. There is no doubt she had ............................... ...........................................................................

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Joshua asked me if he might borrow my bike. Joshua asked me if I could .............................. ...........................................................................

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Rick does not usually get up early in the mornings. Rick isn’t ........................................................... ...........................................................................

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Paul bought the least expensive watch since he did not have more money on him. Paul wouldn’t .................................................... ...........................................................................

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Nowadays parking spaces are rarely found in the centre of Sofia. Nowadays it ...................................................... ...........................................................................

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They are going to renovate the old theatre next year. The old theatre ................................................. ...........................................................................

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Mr Horace is looking into the case at present. The case ...................................... investigated ........................................................................... ...........................................................................

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They need to find a solution to the problem as soon as possible. They need to come .......................................... ...........................................................................

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He locked the gate to prevent his dog from getting out. He locked the gate so ...................................... ...........................................................................

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Ian and Tina helped me carry all of my luggage. Ian and Tina gave me ....................................... ...........................................................................

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‘What’s the depth of this lake?’ she asked. She wanted to know how ................................. ...........................................................................

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It is a pity I did not visit Cambridge. If only ................................................................ ...........................................................................

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I expect you are pleased with your final exam results. I expect you must ............................................. ...........................................................................

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Jim’s parents don’t allow him to stay out late on weekdays. Jim’s parents don’t let ...................................... ...........................................................................

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It goes without saying that studying hard before your exam is a must. It goes without saying that it ............................ ...........................................................................

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It was a mistake for you to tell off your brother. You .................................................................... ...........................................................................

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They say the singer was discovered while taking part in a music show. The singer is ..................................................... ...........................................................................

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There was no minced meat left at the butcher’s. The butcher’s had run ...................................... ...........................................................................

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The school performance was not attended by many of the students’ parents. Only a ............................................................... ...........................................................................

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There is no chance of organising the seminar within the next two weeks. It won’t .............................................................. ...........................................................................

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‘Why don’t we go on a picnic at the weekend, Pete?’ said Rita. Rita suggested to Pete that they ...................... ...........................................................................

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Jessica regrets going to the disco on Saturday. Jessica wishes she ........................................... ........................................................................... Mike spent about four hours doing the translation. It ........................................................................ ........................................................................... Helen will contact me as soon as she comes back from the trip. Helen will get .................................................... ........................................................................... Gus is not capable of managing such a big company. Gus doesn’t ...................................................... ........................................................................... Brian doesn’t have the energy to keep on walking. Brian is .............................................................. ........................................................................... No one blamed you for the fact that she did not get the position. No one said it ................................................... ...........................................................................


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Rather than go out last night, we stayed at home. Instead .............................................................. ...........................................................................

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The venue of the event isn’t close enough for us to walk. The venue of the event is ................................. ...........................................................................

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I’d prefer not to talk to her right now. I don’t feel ......................................................... ...........................................................................

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They are extending the restaurant into the garden. The restaurant .................................................. ...........................................................................

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Everyone expects that Philip and Sophia will get married soon. Philip and Sophia are ....................................... ...........................................................................

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This box is so heavy that I can’t even lift it. This is ................................................................ ...........................................................................

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Despite her being cold, she did not want me to give her something to put on. Although ........................................................... ...........................................................................

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I always have difficulty in convincing her that she is wrong. I always find ...................................................... ...........................................................................

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There were very few students at school on Friday. Hardly ............................................................... ...........................................................................

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My parents made me become a doctor. My parents insisted .......................................... ...........................................................................

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She once worked as a waitress. She used ........................................................... ...........................................................................

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You really don’t need to worry about him that much. There is no ........................................................ ...........................................................................

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Lily hasn’t seen her grandparents for a month. It has ................................................................. ...........................................................................

Would you mind not playing the music so loud? I’d ...................................................................... ...........................................................................

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My aunt can’t cook traditional Bulgarian dishes very well. My aunt isn’t ..................................................... ...........................................................................

The security guards didn’t let us speak to the champion. The security guards stopped us ...................... ...........................................................................

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Could you tell me how much the red shirt costs? I’d ...................................................................... ...........................................................................

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Derek advised me to go jogging regularly. ‘If ....................................................................... ......................................................,’ said Derek.

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There might be enough snow for skiing so take your skis with you. Take your skis with you in ................................ ........................................................................... Do you happen to know why he shouted at Julia? Do you happen to know what .......................... ........................................................................... I have been here only once before. This ................................................................... ........................................................................... The price of the DVD-ROM does not include the cost of delivery. The cost of delivery .......................................... ........................................................................... ‘Have you ever seen this film?’ she asked me. She wanted to know ......................................... ...........................................................................


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You can do this without asking anyone for help. You don’t .......................................................... ...........................................................................

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They have never seen an interactive device before. It’s the ............................................................... ...........................................................................

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Patrick has got the same number of DVDs as me. I have got .......................................................... ...........................................................................

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You should use this exit in case of an emergency. This exit ............................................................. ...........................................................................

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You need to stop eating sweets. You should cut ................................................. ...........................................................................

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Cathy is on the verge of telling him the truth so call her immediately. Cathy is just about ............................................ ...........................................................................

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The woman we met last night proved to be Jack’s mother. The woman we met last night turned ............... ...........................................................................

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Maria’s sister has been going to basketball practice for five years. Maria’s sister started ........................................ ...........................................................................

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The film we saw yesterday wasn’t as boring as we had expected. The film we saw yesterday was more .............. ...........................................................................

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Do you feel like going to the theatre tonight? Are you ............................................................. ...........................................................................

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Although he is young, he always gives me wise advice. Despite .............................................................. ...........................................................................

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Jim lost his mobile so he had to buy another one. Jim lost his mobile and as ................................ ........................................................................... Do you have any idea when they are leaving for Berlin? Do you happen ................................................. ...........................................................................

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I am sure they have visited Greece before. They must ......................................................... ...........................................................................

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The tea is too sweet for me to drink. The tea is so ..................................................... ...........................................................................

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You had better start doing the gardening now. It’s about time ................................................... ...........................................................................

I have never worked with such intelligent people. These are .......................................................... ...........................................................................

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How long is it since you finished your secondary education? How long ago ................................................... ........................................................................... Jenny is unaccustomed to going to work at 9 in the morning. Jenny isn’t ........................................................ ........................................................................... You won’t be allowed to enter the building because you need a special pass. Unless ............................................................... ...........................................................................


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Mrs Brown is our new team leader; she’s a very capable woman. Mrs Brown, ....................................................... ...........................................................................

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George wants to study in London, but his parents won’t let him. If George’s ........................................................ ...........................................................................

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Maria can’t use the Internet. Dave can’t use the Internet, either. Neither Maria .................................................... ...........................................................................

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Nick repaired my car two days ago. I had Nick .......................................................... .........................................................................

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Multiple Choice Directions: Circle the letter of the correct answer (A, B, C or D).

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He is planning to make a … about her attitude. A protest C disapproval B dissatisfaction D complaint

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I don’t trust her since she is always … stories. A making out C making off B making up D making over

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At weddings, people usually dance … dances. A traditional C habitual B conventional D customary

Whenever we go clubbing, we spend a great … of money. A deal C amount B quantity D total

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She can’t join us as her lunch … is only 30 minutes. A rest C break B crack D pause

They all liked the party and Jim was … pleased. A especially C mainly B primarily D chiefly

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I couldn’t understand what to do so I asked the teacher for … . A assistance C cooperation B support D collaboration

Mum will be … with your new position at the company. A gratified C fulfilled B pleased D thankful

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While in Africa, he was … on the leg by a snake. A chewed C tasted B nibbled D bitten

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You will be given your boarding … when you check in. A receipt C acceptance B pass D slip

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No one … she will fire John and Mike. A waits C considers B expects D guesses

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All sales people present will receive free … of our new product. A samples C testers B models D examples

Helen has decided to … to our company for the vacant position. A enrol C join B register D apply

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Bring me the cookery book to check what … we need. A features C ingredients B components D constituents

We were … the village when it started raining in torrents. A reaching C approaching B advancing D arriving

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I promise I will … the matter as soon as possible. A look for C look up B look in D look into

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Victoria is … to be one of the best university professors. A regarded C considered B viewed D noticed

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I took a lot of pictures in Los Angeles but I haven’t … the film yet. A developed C processed B practised D extended


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The meeting has been … for Monday morning. A programmed C appointed B scheduled D timed

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They really can’t … to travel by plane. C allow A afford B provide D spare


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We would … appreciate all your feedback and comments. A greatly C highly B hugely D largely

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She is considered to be the most … candidate for the position. A proper C correct B suitable D accurate

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He’s a difficult person; it’s difficult to … to an agreement with him. A reach C come B arrive D achieve

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The plane to Warsaw is about to … any minute. A take up C take after B take off D take down

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Do you happen to have a … for a traditional Bulgarian dish? A description C prescription B recipe D method

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… your warm pullover because it is cold outside. A Put on C Dress B Take off D Place

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I don’t like your …; I suggest going for a walk instead. A opinion C view B outlook D idea

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… the heavy snow, we will continue our journey. A Besides C In spite of B Although D Even though

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They are planning to … a new office next month. A recruit C borrow B hire D rent

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If you buy at least 10 books, you will get a 15% ... . A discount C refund B tip D bargain

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Alan sustained a very serious … in the plane crash last week. A pain C injury B damage D harm

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My landlady … while she was sleeping last night. A passed away C passed out B passed by D passed through

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None of my classmates … in the play at the end of the school year. A staged C directed B performed D produced

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Doing yoga doesn’t … to me. A attract C appeal B like D please

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The newly-built school in our neighbourhood has a lot of sports … . A facilities C conveniences B resources D appliances

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The publishing house … excellent after sales services to its customers. A provides C contributes B presents D delivers

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Onions are a common ingredient in Bulgarian …. A menu C consumption B cuisine D kitchen

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Nowadays, more and more people are getting a flu … . A immunisation C preparation B vaccination D intoxication

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Getting enough exercise is an important part of a … lifestyle. A healthy C balanced B good D fit

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It was her eloquence that really … my attention. A gripped C caught B snatched D seized

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Whenever I travel to a foreign country, I always visit … monuments. A historical C authentic B out-of-date D older

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They are planning to … house next year. A move C shift B transfer D displace

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She … money and property after he father died. A inherited C won B received D gained

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Hundreds of people took … in the festival last month. A up C after B part D place

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My brother has put on weight as he eats food that is … in fat. A tall C full B high D strong

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The Town Hall was … down last year by a very strong hurricane. A destroyed C burnt B knocked D ruined

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Jessica is … on windsurfing. A pleased C eager B fond D keen

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This train crosses the … between Bulgaria and Turkey. A boundary C border B line D edge

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Ben’s Biology teacher makes students learn all their lessons by … . A chance C sight B heart D luck

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People who want to work abroad need a … . A license C permit B certificate D diploma

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He tried really hard and he finally … to fit his clothes into a small suitcase. A managed C succeeded B resulted D achieved Tim is very young so it won’t be difficult for him to get … his illness. A on C out B over D up Did Sue and Beatrice … you about their amusing experience last week. A say C explain B spoke D tell Anyone can get a … for this ELT newspaper. A contribution C subscription B donation D payment She can’t see the board well which … her to squint and have headaches. A brings C fetches B causes D makes Catherine put a lot of … into her presentation and it was very successful. A effort C labour B attempt D sweat Both of them felt very … and empty after they lost their dog. A sad C angry B weak D tired


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How many years is your identity card … for? A due C valid B worthy D valued

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Molly and Brian … cartoons when they were children. A are used to watching B get used to watching C used to watch D are used to watch

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‘Is Oscar in the office?’ ‘Yes, he … from a business trip. A comes back B has just come back C is coming back D just has come back

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They … in Varna for seven years before they moved to Sofia. A have lived C have been living B would live D had been living

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Mum is very tired now because she … the housework all day long. A has done C is doing B had done D has been doing

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You … smoke in here. You had better find a smoking area. A must C don’t have to B needn’t D can’t

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Mark was sweeping the floor while Kim … the furniture. A has been dusting C had dusted B had been dusting D was dusting

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Richard isn’t as … at English as Bob and Vicky. A better C good B the best D better than

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‘Can I have … coffee, please?’ ‘Yes, sure.’ A any C little B some D a few

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Lesley sent me a text message after the plane … at the airport in Slovenia. A lands C will land B has landed D had landed

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It’s time for her to get up. She … since 2 o’clock. A is sleeping C has been sleeping B was sleeping D had been sleeping

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‘Has she ever worked in an office before?’ ‘No, but she is … to it.’ A used C getting used B using D got used

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By the time he gets to the railway station, the train … . A will be left C will be leaving B will have left D will leave

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Boris never … attend lectures when he was at university. A didn’t use to C used to B uses to D was using to

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She said she … some days off to visit her grandparents. A will take C took B would take D has taken

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I hope Jenny and Joan … tomorrow morning. A won’t oversleep B won’t have overslept C won’t be oversleeping D are oversleeping

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If he … home early, I will tell him to phone you. A came C had come B comes D will come

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The mechanic … my car by next Wednesday. A will have repaired C will be repairing B has repaired D is repairing

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Tracey will join us … she finishes work. A as soon as C by B while D and

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Alison refused … me when Dan was leaving for Amsterdam. A to tell C telling B to have told D to be telling

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They … to spend their summer vacation abroad. A will C will be going B will be D are going

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Amanda did not meet the requirements. …, they still offered her the position of editor-in-chief. A But C Moreover B Though D However

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More and more people … the Internet in the near future. A are using C used to use B will be using D have been using

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Susie suggested … on a picnic at the weekend. A go C to go B going D went

Lucy … her accountant on Friday afternoon. A is seen C is seeing B sees D has been seeing

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Georgia denied … Mr Simmons before. A having met C to have met B to be meeting D having been met

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Lori looks exactly … her mother. A like C as B after D for

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The guide asked us … a lot of time shopping. A to not spend C not spending B not to spend D not to be spent

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… the weather was bad, we decided to go for a walk. A In spite of C Despite B As a result D Although

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Looking after a pet is not an easy thing. …, pets are great company for people living on their own. A While C On the other hand B As well as D On that hand

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My twin brother has blue eyes … I have brown eyes. A despite C although B whereas D nevertheless

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It was … beautiful cathedral that we all took pictures of it. A so C such a B such D so a

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Jessica studied really hard. …, she didn’t pass all of her final exams. A However C Despite B Although D Even though

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It snowed all day long. …, the outdoor events were cancelled. A As a result C Nevertheless B Moreover D In addition

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My aunt Sheryl … paid for my trip to England, but also gave me some pocket money. A as well C not only B in addition D as well as

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“Why have you brought that many catalogues?” “… that there will be a lot of attendees at the seminar and we might run out.” A Because C For fear B Since D In case

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Mrs Connor has just cancelled her appointment with you … the fact that there was no one to look after her baby. A due to C because B as D for the reason that

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‘I don’t like staying at home on Saturday evenings.’ ‘…’ A So do I. C Neither I do. B Nor do I. D I don’t, too.

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My son always has trouble … up early in the morning and he’s always late for school. A to get C getting B get D to be getting

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I should … Jenny out last night. She felt so lonely at home. A ask C asked B have asked D had asked

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Her new book is expected … in two weeks’ time. A to have come out C come out B comes out D to come out

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I think you should try … a glass of milk with honey before going to sleep. It will help you. A to be drinking C drink B drinking D to drinking

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When did you last …? A have your teeth checked B have your teeth check C check your teeth D got your teeth checked

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Don’t be angry with her. I am sure she did not mean … you. A to offend C offending B offend D to have offended

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‘These cakes taste really delicious.’ ‘They were made … strawberries.’ A with the C by B by the D with

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… you need more information, do not hesitate to contact me. A Would C Should B Will D Had

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If you had kept a stiff upper lip yesterday, you … now. A wouldn’t be sorry B wouldn’t sorry C wouldn’t have been sorry D won’t be sorry

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Victor said that he was going to deliver a talk the … month. A last C following B that D previous

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How often do you … your hair cut? A do C gets B have D did

You can borrow my laptop … you bring it back tomorrow afternoon. A unless C if not B suppose D as long as

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Sheila prefers travelling by bus … travelling by train. A than C rather B to D rather to

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Part One Listening Comprehension


Task 1 1 A 2 B

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Task 2 9 A 10 C

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Task 2 10 B 11 C

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Part Two Reading Comprehension


Task 1 16 C 17 B

Task 1 16 C 17 A

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20 C 21 B

Task 2 25 A 26 C

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29 B 30 A

Task 2 24 C 25 B

18 B 19 A

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22 B 23 B

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Part Three Use of English

Part Three Use of English

Task 1: Cloze Test 31 A 34 C 32 B 35 A 33 C 36 B

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Task 1: Cloze Test 31 A 34 B 32 C 35 B 33 A 36 C

40 C 41 C 42 A

43 C 44 C 45 D

Task 2: Sentence Completion 46 B 48 C 50 C 52 A 47 C 49 D 51 C 53 D

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Task 2: Sentence Completion 46 A 48 C 50 B 52 D 47 A 49 A 51 A 53 B

54 D 55 A

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Task 3 Three: Sentence Transformations 56 We had a wonderful time at Jimmy’s birthday party last Saturday. 57 It is not necessary for you to accompany me to the hospital if you don’t have time. 58 Brian’s mother told him she wouldn’t give him any pudding until he had eaten his supper. 59 If Ron and Vicky had studied hard, they would have passed their final exams. 60 Angela and her brother are said to be very gifted children.

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Task 3 Three: Sentence Transformations 56 My father says that I am not old enough to drive our new car. 57 Sofia succeeded in finalising the project before she went on a business trip. 58 My grandmother’s old washing machine hasn’t been mended yet. 59 There aren’t many people who can afford to go on a two-week holiday nowadays. 60 Pamporovo reminds me of the day when I first met my girlfriend.


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Task 1 1 C 2 B

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Task 3 10 B 11 A

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Task 3 Three: Sentence Transformations 56 It was such a tasty meal that he asked the hostess if he could have some more. 57 My parents, my sister and I haven’t been to the seaside for a long time. 58 Andrew, who hasn’t been here for weeks, is going to visit us tomorrow. 59 There isn’t a worse time to drive a car in big cities such as Sofia, than during the rush hour. 60 We had better talk with Jake’s parents before we punish him so severely. © Express Publishing PHOTOCOPIABLE

Task 3 Three: Sentence Transformations 56 You can’t (mustn’t) use the office phone to make personal calls. 57 This was the first time Derek and Alice had attended such a pleasant house warming party. (This was the most pleasant house warming party Derek and Alice had ever attended). 58 Cindy said that they were in a hurry since the performance started in less than 15 minutes.

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Further Matura Practice Sentence Transformations

Test E

Task 1 1 B 2 A

60 Mike is likely to try to find a well-paid job before he gets married to Kylie

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1 She isn’t patient enough to be a primary teacher. 2 They’d rather drink tea than coffee. 3 Wendy told Tim that if he didn’t tidy his room, she would not let him go out. 4 It doesn’t cost anything to have a glass of wine and some cheese. 5 There’s no difference between Mike’s new iPod and mine. 6 Everyone in the office congratulated me on my birthday apart from (except for) Ron. 7 We have always got on well with our neighbours. 8 Bob’s friends do not approve of his new haircut. 9 It was more than two weeks since Peter (last) called me. 10 Catherine said that unless they made haste, they would miss the train. 11 Many prices have changed since last year. 12 These salads were made using only homegrown vegetables. 13 Vicky apologised for not being able (for having not been able)/for being unable (for having been unable) to attend my party. 14 The plane is not likely to take off on time. 15 It’s not worth watering the plants today as it is going to rain tomorrow. 16 You are required to fill in this application form so as to be able to participate in the event. 17 ‘It makes no difference what you do since I won’t forgive you.’ 18 You had better take some days off work. 19 There is no doubt she had no intention of offending you. 20 Joshua asked me if I could lend him my bike. 21 Rick isn’t used to getting up early in the mornings. 22 Paul wouldn’t have bought the least expensive watch if he had had more money on him. 23 The old theatre is going to be renovated next year. 24 They need to come up with a solution to the problem as soon as possible. 25 Ian and Tina gave me a (helping) hand with all of my luggage. © Express Publishing PHOTOCOPIABLE

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Key 26 If only I had visited Cambridge. 27 Jim’s parents don’t let him stay out late on weekdays. 28 Jessica wishes she hadn’t gone to the disco on Saturday. 29 It took Mike four hours to do the translation. 30 Helen will get in touch with me as soon as she comes back from the trip. 31 Gus doesn’t have the ability to manage such a big company. 32 Brian is too tired to keep on walking. 33 No one said it was your fault that she didn’t get the position. 34 Nowadays it is rare to find parking spaces in the centre of Sofia. 35 The case is being investigated by Mr Horace at present. 36 He locked the gate so that his dog couldn’t (wouldn’t) get out. 37 She wanted to know how deep that lake was. 38 I expect you must be pleased with your final exam results. 39 It goes without saying that it is necessary (for you) to study hard before your exam. 40 You should not have told off your brother. 41 The singer is said to have been discovered while taking part in a music show. 42 The butcher’s had run out of minced meat. 43 Only a few of the students’ parents attended the school performance. 44 It won’t be possible to organise the seminar within the next two weeks. 45 Rita suggested to Pete that they go on a picnic at the weekend. 46 Instead of going out last night, we stayed at home. 47 I don’t feel like talking to her right now. 48 Philip and Sophia are expected to get married soon. 49 ‘If I were you, I would go jogging regularly,’ Derek said. 50 It wasn’t Ron that (who) spilt the coffee. 51 Take your skis with you in case there is enough snow for skiing. 52 Do you happen to know what made him shout at Julia? 53 This is the second time I have been here. 54 The cost of delivery is not included in the price of the DVD-ROM.

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55 She wanted to know if I had ever seen that film. 56 It has been a month since Lily last saw her granparents. 57 My aunt isn’t very good at cooking traditional Bulgarian dishes. 58 The venue of the event is too far away for us to walk. 59 The restaurant is being extended into the garden. 60 This is such a heavy box that I can’t even lift it. 61 Although she was cold, she did not want me to give her something to put on. 62 I always find it difficult to convince her that she is wrong. 63 Hardly anyone was/any students were at school on Friday. 64 My parents insisted on my becoming a doctor. 65 She used to work as a waitress. 66 There is no point in worrying/no need to worry about him that much. 67 I’d rather you didn’t play the music so loud. 68 The security guards stopped us from speaking to the champion. 69 I’d like to know how much the red shirt costs. 70 You don’t need to ask anyone for help to do this. 71 I have got as many DVDs as Patrick. 72 You should cut down on (eating) sweets. 73 The woman we met last night turned out to be Jack’s mother. 74 Jim lost his mobile and as a result he bought another one. 75 Do you happen to know when they are leaving for Berlin? 76 They must have visited Greece before. 77 The tea is so sweet that I can’t drink it. 78 These are the most intelligent people I have ever worked with. 79 How long ago did you finish your secondary education? 80 Jenny isn’t used to going to work at 9 in the morning. 81 Unless you have a special pass, you won’t be allowed to enter the building. 82 It’s the first time they have seen an interactive device. 83 This exit should be used in case of an emergency. 84 Cathy is just about to tell him the truth, so call her immediately.

Key 85 Maria’s sister started going to basketball practice five years ago. 86 The film we saw yesterday was more interesting than we had expected. 87 Are you in the mood for going to the theatre tonight? 88 Despite being young (the fact that he is young), he always gives me wise advice. 89 It’s about time you started doing the gardening. 90 I have not been to the cinema for a year. 91 If you see Alex, tell him to come to my office. 92 I wish Jane could join us tonight. 93 He may have missed the bus. 94 Mrs Brown, who is a very capable woman, is our new team leader. 95 If George’s parents let him, he will/would study in London. 96 Neither Maria nor Dave can use the Internet. 97 She couldn’t hear me until I had called her name four times. 98 I had Nick repair my car two days ago. 99 Riding a horse isn’t as easy as riding a bike. 100 She told me not to touch the paint because it was still wet.

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Tapescripts Test A Part One Task 1 Hey, all you young people out there! If you’re between 21 and 28, you’ve probably just got out of school or you’re still in University. Chances are, you’ve never had a full-time job and even if you’re working and going to school right now, your job has nothing to do with what you’d like to do in the future! Right? Well, finding your first job can be quite frustrating. People don’t want to hire you because you’ve got no experience, but you can’t get experience without a job! Sometimes you just feel there are no opportunities for people like you looking to enter the work force. But don’t give up! Many companies hire recent university graduates with no experience. The first step to take if you’re looking for a job for the first time is to decide what field you want to work in and what you need to learn to do so. You can do this by reading about the field, talking to career counsellors, or simply asking someone in the field. Ask them which skills you need, how they started in their career, and if they have any advice for you. Don’t forget about your part-time jobs! Many employers know that working part time, especially when attending school, is a big commitment and responsibility. Most companies look for candidates who have some kind of part-time experience. Employers also look for candidates who have been involved in community organisations, clubs or volunteer activities. Don’t think that an experience is not worth mentioning just because you didn’t get paid for it. Part One Task 2 Lynn: Barbara: Lynn: Barbara:

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Hello? Hi Lynn! It’s Barbara. Barbara ... I’m sorry, Barbara who? Don’t you remember? It’s me, Barbara from New York City Ballet. We went to ballet school together for two years! Oh my gosh! Barbara Taylor! Taylor, right? Yeah, that’s it! How are you? I’m fine, thanks. How are you? Oh fine, thank you! I know it’s been a long time since we spoke! My gosh, it’s been at least eight years!


Barbara: Wow, that long, huh? Time flies! Well, the reason why I am calling you after 8 years is because I’m organising a reunion … It’s been so long since we all graduated from ballet school and I thought it’s such a shame that most of us haven’t kept in touch. So Jane, Frank and I are organising a barbecue at Frank’s house, and I think it would be great if you came! Lynn: Wow! That’s wonderful! I haven’t seen anyone for such a long time! It would be great to catch up on old times. How many people are coming to this barbecue? Barbara: Well, we’ve got about 25 people so far. We couldn’t reach everyone. I guess a lot of people may have moved or changed their phone numbers. Lynn: Yeah, that’s probably it. When’s the reunion? Barbara: It’s on Saturday, 7 August. That’s in about three weeks from today. Lynn: Perfect! I don’t think I’ve got anything planned … Count me in for now, and if anything happens, I’ll ring you and let you know. Barbara: That’s great! Here’s my phone number. Do you have a pen and paper? Lynn: Yeah, just give me a second … OK, go ahead. Barbara: It’s 555-7231. Lynn: 555-7231, got it! Barbara: Well, I’ll be looking forward to seeing you at the party! Lynn: Me too! And thank you so much for the invitation, Barbara! Barbara: Oh, it’s my pleasure! Have a good evening, Lynn. Lynn: Likewise. Bye!

Test B Part One Task 1 You already have to deal with teachers telling you to settle down, your parents asking you to be quiet, and your big brothers and sisters telling you to go away. Now, some scientists are trying to get us all to be silent. They say that we may be surprised by what we hear when we stop and listen. Paying attention to natural sounds could also help us do a better job of keeping our planet healthy.

Tapescripts Chris Shaver of the National Park Service in Denver, Colorado, says that natural sounds are important. Animals use sounds to communicate with one another, and, just as cutting down trees threatens the wilderness, so does interrupting the natural sounds of the environment. Protecting the sounds of nature is a big part of what Chris Shaver does. As chief of the Air Resources Division of the National Park Service, she is leading a major effort to study and preserve natural sounds. She believes that there ought to be a place in every park where people can go and hear natural sounds. Just like there are ‘no smoking’ zones, there should be ‘no noise’ zones. Part One Task 2 Interviewer: Today we are talking to Dr Richard Selzer, the writer. He is a retired doctor and teacher and has written ten books and received many awards. So Richard, how did you find enough hours in a day to be a doctor, teacher, writer, husband and father? Richard: I was a doctor but I always thought I wanted to be a surgeon and was studying for this but when I was 40 I gave up and began to write. Then my life changed. I gave up almost everything except my work as a doctor, my family and my writing. I didn’t play cards, go to the movies or to dinner parties. I would finish my work at the hospital, go home, talk to my wife and kids, have dinner and then immediately go to bed around 7.30 or 8.00. At 1 am, I would get up, make some tea and, while the rest of the world was asleep, I wrote. After three or four years, people began to publish my articles. Interviewer: Did anyone encourage you? Richard: Well, none of my friends tried to encourage me as they didn’t know I was trying to make it as a writer. Friends and colleagues just thought I was busy working and simply wanted to stay at home in my free time as I wasn’t very sociable. But, of course, my wife and children supported and helped me a lot. Interviewer: Are there any books or articles you are proud of?

Richard: Yes, I’m proud of the first three chapters of Mortal Lessons. They are on reading lists in every medical school in the country, and so is my book Letters to a Young Doctor. I’m proud of those, but what is the greatest reward is the fact that other people are learning from my work. That makes me feel useful to society. Interviewer: How do you feel when you look back on your earlier works? Richard: Sometimes I think, ‘Did that come out of me?’. Sometimes I’m embarrassed, but more often I’m pleased with the work. I can turn to a page and read part of an article and think, ‘You know, that’s not bad – I wonder if I could still do that?’. Interviewer: Do you feel people will read your books in the future? Richard: People still read the books that I wrote 25 years ago. I think that, in all honesty, some of my work will last. It has lasted for 25 years, and I’m sure my next works will last another 25. This pleases me a lot. Interviewer: Do you have any advice for people who want to write about medicine? Richard: Yes, become a doctor first because a writer can’t make a living – you have to support yourself and your family. But writing is a very personal thing. It’s like your fingerprint – no one else has exactly your style. A lucky writer will find his own style but an unlucky one will always have to make himself write in an unnatural writing style. When this happens, it’s uncomfortable: writing is painful. Abridged from Teen Ink, Interview with Doctor/Writer: Richard Selzer by Sylvia K. – E. Setauket, NY

Test C Part One Task 1 Host: Welcome to “Where to Eat”. This week we sent our restaurant reviewer, Russ Barker, to Rico’s Restaurant on New Street. So, Russ, how was it? Russ: Excellent. This little restaurant is a real find. It seems like it should be on a quiet side street © Express Publishing PHOTOCOPIABLE

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Tapescripts in Rome rather than on a crowded high street in the middle of an English city. The décor is very traditional with small wooden tables and chairs and beautiful pictures of the Italian countryside on the walls. The atmosphere is great, too, so calm and peaceful with low lighting and soft music. It is a family run restaurant and the owners greet everyone personally. As for the food, it is fantastic. It’s all home made from traditional recipes and tastes delicious. I especially recommend the minestrone soup and lasagna. It is not expensive either; a three-course meal with wine will cost about í20 per person. Overall, great food, great atmosphere and great value. Part One Task 2 Welcome to Kensington Palace. We hope that you will enjoy your visit and that it will be as interesting and informative as we can make it. In order to do this, visitors will be divided into groups of ten and a qualified guide will take them on their tour. Please stay with your guide at all times. He will explain the palace history and discuss the paintings *that you will see. Your guide will be delighted to answer any questions you may have at the end of each stage of the tour. Highlights of your tour will include the State Apartments, the Cupola Room and the King’s Gallery with its fine collection of 17th century paintings. We ask that you not touch any of the exhibits and to make sure that children do not shout or run about. Feel free to take photographs, but please be careful not to disturb other visitors while doing so. There is a gift shop where a wide range of gifts and souvenirs are available, next to the Orangery restaurant, which is open for morning coffee, light lunches and afternoon tea. This is the only area where food is allowed, so please do not eat or drink anything else in the palace. From a leaflet on Kensington Palace Part One Task 3 Interviewer: With me today is Joe Matthews, an experienced yachtsman. Welcome, Joe. JM: Thank you.

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Interviewer: Now … Joe we know that you’ve been a sailor for about twenty-five years now, and yet last year you had an experience that nearly cost you your life. What exactly happened? JM: Well, I was sailing across the Channel from Dover to Calais, which is a very short distance, when I decided to change course and cross to Cherbourg, instead. It is near La Hague, which is further southwest on the French coast. It was a journey I had made several times before, so I felt comfortable making the change at the last moment. I’d checked the weather forecast that morning, so I didn’t bother to check again on my radio. And that was my big mistake. Interviewer: Why? JM: Because there was a storm coming. I had sailed in storms before, but unfortunately, this time the weather got worse very fast. When I tried to start the engine on my boat, nothing happened because the battery was dead. Interviewer: So what did you do? JM: Luckily, my radio was still working so I called for help. I told the coast guard that my engine had failed and that I couldn’t control the boat. Thankfully, I was already close to the French coast so the rescue team arrived very quickly. Interviewer: And there was no way you could fight your way through the storm? JM: Normally I could have, but the strong wind tore one of the sails. Interviewer: Goodness, you were very unlucky! JM: To be honest, I think I was very careless. My brother had told me to check the sails and the engine the day before I left. He had also warned me that the weather at that time of the year could change very quickly. I should have listened to his advice. From now on I will certainly pay more attention to him and be more careful. Interviewer: Had anything like that ever happened to you before?

Tapescripts JM: No, never. It reminded me I should always check everything before I sail and always listen to my brother. You can’t control the sea but you can be prepared for problems. I never want to experience anything like that again. Interviewer: I can certainly understand that, Joe!

Test D Part One Task 1 One evening, when Charlie went in to see his grandparents, he said to them, “Is it really true that Wonka’s Chocolate Factory is the biggest in the world?” “True?” cried all four of them at once. “Of course it’s true! Good heavens, didn’t you know that? It’s about fifty times as big as any other!” “And is Mr Willy Wonka really the cleverest chocolate maker in the world?” asked Charlie. “Oh, what a man he is, this Mr Willy Wonka!” cried Grandpa Joe. “Did you know, for example, that he has himself invented more than two hundred new kinds of chocolate bars, each with a different centre, each far sweeter and creamier and more delicious than anything the other chocolate factories make?” Grandpa Joe continued, “Mr Willy Wonka has created marshmallows that taste of violets, and rich caramels that change colour every ten seconds as you suck them, and little feathery delights that melt away deliciously the moment you put them between your lips. He has chewing gum that never loses its taste, and sugar balloons that you can blow up to enormous sizes before you pop them with a pin and chew them up. And by a most secret method, he has invented lovely blue birds’ eggs with black spots on them, and when you put one of these in your mouth, it gradually gets smaller and smaller until suddenly there is nothing left except a tiny little pink sugary baby bird sitting on the tip of your tongue.” Adapted from Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, www. bookworm.com Part One Task 2 The Great Pyramid of Khufu at Giza is the one and only ‘Wonder of the Ancient World’ that people can visit. This is because, of all of the original Seven Ancient Wonders, the Great Pyramid is the only that still exists.

People believe that the pyramid took over twenty years to build. First the site had to be prepared and then blocks of stone were brought from far away. The pyramid is made of more than two million blocks of stone, each weighing more than two tons. Although we do not really know how the blocks were put in place, there are many theories. One theory suggests that the blocks were placed using long levers. When it was first built, the Great Pyramid was nearly 146m high, but over the years, it has lost 10m off its top. However, it was still the tallest structure on earth for more than forty-three centuries. Of course nowadays, with our huge skyscrapers, this is no longer true. Today, the Great Pyramid, together with other pyramids and The Great Sphinx of Giza, combine to create important tourist attractions. Also in the area is the museum where you can see the mysterious Sun Boat, discovered in 1954 near the south side of the Great Pyramid. People believe that the Sun Boat was used to carry the body of Pharaoh Khufu on his last journey before he was placed inside the Great Pyramid. People are always coming up with new ideas about why the Pyramids were built: that aliens built them, for example. But scientific and historic evidence still supports the belief that the Pyramids were built by the great Ancient Egyptian civilisation as tombs for their magnificent kings. From ceieng.usf.edu/pharos/wonders Part One Task 3 Presenter: And now it’s time to introduce Susan Parker who has just returned from a rather long journey collecting material for her new cookery book. Susan, I understand you travelled all around the world, is that right? Susan: Not quite, Brian! I only managed three continents in all. Let’s face it. There are not many traditional foods to be found in Antarctica, and I had to miss out Australia and New Zealand, I’m afraid. I just couldn’t fit them into my schedule, unfortunately. It was very hectic all the way. Presenter: And you say that it was absolutely necessary for you to visit all these countries to get the information you wanted? Are you sure it wasn’t just an excuse to get away and enjoy yourself? Susan: I would be the last one to say I didn’t enjoy myself! But it wasn’t a pleasure trip, you know. All that flying is actually very tiring, © Express Publishing PHOTOCOPIABLE

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making sure you get to the airport on time and so on – I wasn’t sunbathing on the deck of a luxury cruise ship, you know! But surely, in these days of the Internet, you don’t actually need to visit countries to collect recipes – just log on and there you are. There must be thousands of sites on the Net where you could have got the information you needed. That may be so, but you can’t actually taste food on the Internet! And you have no way of knowing how real the recipes are and so on. No, the only way to find out whether a recipe will work is to go to a country and eat the same food as the native people. Let’s face it, there are a lot of Chinese and Indian restaurants in this country, but the food they serve is very different from what is actually served in Chinese and Indian homes. Here, the recipes have been changed to make the food more suited to our tastes, which is a shame, I think. Susan, I know you’ve been interested in foods from different countries for quite some time, but why do you think this is the right time to write a book on the subject? It’s not like your other cookery books, is it? No, it isn’t. And there are several reasons, actually. First of all, I am horrified by the way fast food – burgers, fried chicken, that sort of thing – seems to be taking over the planet. Food is an essential part of a country’s culture ... It would be terrible if we all ate exactly the same things ... I hate staying in hotels where they have what they call an ‘International’ menu ... I don’t want to eat the same food in Mexico as I do in France ... it makes me so angry to see cultures being destroyed in this way. I think a lot of people agree with me on this and that is why I think people want to experiment with – try out – different dishes from around the world. And it’s getting easier to find the ingredients you need, too, so we can all enjoy the best dishes the world has to offer.


Presenter: What was the most unusual dish you ever ate? Susan: That’s a very difficult question, Brian! People eat the strangest things – strange to you and me, anyway. But rose omelette is just one unusual recipe I have included in my book. It makes a marvellous difference to breakfast! Presenter: And if you want to find out how to make a rose omelette and other exotic foods, Susan Parker’s new book, A World of Cooking, is available at … (fade)

Test E Part One Task 1 Interviewer: Good evening, ladies and gentlemen. In our studio today is Todd Ford to talk about the earthquake in San Francisco in 1989, the biggest earthquake since 1906. Tell us Todd, what exactly happened on Tuesday 17th October 1989? Todd: Well, I would have to say that that evening was the most terrifying time of my life. I was actually on my way home from work when it happened and my wife and children were at home waiting for me to have supper. Suddenly, as I was driving along I discovered that I couldn’t steer my car. The roads weren’t slippery but it felt as if my car was sliding from one side of the road to the other. When I got over the shock, I realised that the cars around me were all doing the same thing. Interviewer: Did it cross your mind that it was an earthquake? Todd: Not at first. I thought there was something wrong with my car, but when I saw the other cars on the road moving the same way, I thought it might be an earthquake. Then, I saw the road actually opening up in spots and that confirmed everything! There were great gaps in the highway and pieces of asphalt were flying over the place. To this day I can’t understand how none of them hit my car. Interviewer: What about your family, Todd?

Tapescripts Todd: I was thinking about them the entire time. I knew my wife was alone with our three children. When I finally got home she told me that she had been in the kitchen cooking when she felt the floor shaking. She said that bottles and tins had fallen off the kitchen shelves, and the children had run into the kitchen crying. Interviewer: Did anyone get hurt? Todd: No, thankfully. My wife was wise enough to pick up the children and run to the roof. Even then, though, she was very worried about me because she knew I had to cross over the bridge to get home. Interviewer: You are a very lucky man, Todd. Many people lost their lives on that bridge. Todd: I know. The bridge collapsed about ten minutes after I passed over it. The earthquake was a traumatic episode for my family. It was a miracle that we all survived and that our house wasn’t damaged. You know almost 4,000 people were injured that day and over 12,000 people were left homeless. Interviewer: How has this experience affected you? Todd: Well, I appreciate what I have and no longer worry about unimportant matters. If I have a problem at work, then I keep cool and deal with it. But now I am even more concerned than I was about my family. I’m sure another earthquake could happen again soon but I can’t do anything to stop it, can I? We just have to live our lives from one day to the next.

of a job or a loved one; environmental noise or drinking things with caffeine and nicotine can all disrupt one’s sleep. One of the most common causes of chronic insomnia, however, is depression. When diagnosed with insomnia, you must first treat the medical or psychological problems that are causing it. You then must identify behaviours that may worsen insomnia and stop or reduce them. Simple measures can be taken to overcome insomnia and encourage a good night’s sleep. First, stick to a consistent sleep routine. Try going to bed at the same time each night and getting up at the same time each day. Don’t consume caffeine, alcohol or smoke cigarettes close to bedtime. Exercise during the day and avoid daytime naps. End the day with a calming pre-bed routine like reading a book, listening to soothing music or doing a relaxation exercise such as yoga. Avoid eating a large late-night meal since indigestion can keep you up at night. Finally, sleeping pills can be helpful for short-term insomnia, but are not helpful in curing long-term sleep problems. They are also known to have negative side effects and can be dangerous for people with certain illnesses. Sleeping pills should therefore only be used when all else fails. If insomnia is a serious problem for you, however, please consult a doctor.

Part One Task 2 Insomnia is the inability to fall asleep or to stay asleep, and is the most common sleep disorder. Millions of people are affected each year and, even though poor sleep is more common in the elderly, anyone can suffer from it. Insomnia can cause serious problems with a person’s daily routine, such as difficulty concentrating, lack of energy, fatigue and irritability. Various psychological, social and environmental factors can cause insomnia. Anxiety and stress; certain illnesses like arthritis, heart and lung disease; the loss © Express Publishing PHOTOCOPIABLE

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