Intermediate Progress Test Units 34A

Listening Vocabulary and Grammar

1 Track 3 Listen to six conversations and tick 3 Complete the sentences. Use the correct form
the correct ans wers: a), b) or c). of the word in capitals.
1 Barbara invites Mike . 1 Avatar in 3D was the most successful film of
the year in 2009. SUCCESS
to the cinema to a concert for a p icnic 2 These instructions are hopeless. Theyre
to understand. POSSIBLE
a) b) c) 3 Hes travelled a lot and tells stories
about his adventures. FASCINATE
2 John has to send the job application . 4 Can we light the fire, p lease? Its in
here. FREEZE
tomorro w on Friday on Monday 5 Hell find it hard to work in the banking business.
Its a world. COMPETE
a) b) c) 6 Sophie can never make up her mind about things.
Shes so . DECIDE
3 Alices grand mother used to be very good at 5
dancing . 4 Underline the correct alternati ves.
1 He doesnt win / earn a very big salary.
the twist salsa rock n roll 2 She gossips / complains about her boss so much,
she ought to get another work / job.
a) b) c) 3 Can you give me a head / hand with this report?
Im working against / for the clock.
4 Frank would be a good manager because hes . 4 I think I put my foot / arm in it when I said her flat
was really exhausted / tiny.
competitive indecisive hard-working 5 Indian food is not usually my cup of coffee / tea,
but this curry is absolutely delicious / awful.
a) b) c) 6 He didnt forget / leave his homework at ho me fo r
once. His mu m reminded / remembered him to
5 Dave will probably catch the train at . take it.
10
10a.m. 8.35a.m. 9.15a.m.
5 Complete the second sentence so that it means
a) b) c) the same as the first. Use the word in capi tals.
1 It isnt necessary for me to get up early to morrow.
6 When is Kates birthday? HA VE
I dont have to get up early tomorrow .
24th May 25th May 26th May 2 That pizza wont be enough for six people.
GOING
That pizza .
a) b) c)
3 Tim used to play outside every day when he was
10
younger. WOULD
Tim .
Pronunciation 4 You should wear a suit for the interview.
OUGHT
2 Track 4 Listen and write the words in the You .
correct column according to the stress. 5 He probably wont travel much in h is new job.
Ooo Oooo UNLIKELY
compliment He .
6 We hope the business will start making money in
about six months time. NEAR
oOoo ooOo We hope the business
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6 Choose the correct ans wers to complete the Reading

sentences: a) or b).
1 She a to start work next Monday. 8 Read the messages and notices and underline
a) s going b) will the correct ans wers: a), b) or c).
2 You carry liquids through airport security.
a) dont have to b) mustnt David your meeting at 12 is likely to be delayed.
3 I dont know why she doesnt travel any more. Are you free after 2.30 this afternoon? Let M r
She love going to Asia. Bates secretary know before 12.30.
a) used to b) would 1 The meet ing will take place .
4 Business to improve in the long term. a) at 2.30
a) wont b) is unlikely b) later, if David is free
5 You really to see them more often. c) before 12.30
a) ought b) must
6 Well probably move a week or t wo. DO NOT TOUCH THE ITEMS ON DISPLAY.
a) by b) in BROKEN GOODS WILL HAVE TO B E PAID
5
FOR.
7 Choose the correct ans wers to complete the 2 a) You dont have to pay for items you break.
text: a), b), c) or d). b) You mustnt touch the items.
Fl y me to the moon! c) You can touch the broken items on display.
Where 1 c billionaires going for their holidays
nowadays? Instead of taking lu xu ry cruises or Sara, sorry I got the date of the concert wrong. Its
renting private islands, very wealthy people are now tonight not tomorrow! If you cant come, call Mark.
quite 2 choose a trip into space. Space travel Hell buy your ticket. Chris
companies 3 Space Adventures and Virgin 3 What should Sara do?
Galact ic 4 now offering a range of space travel a) Tell Mark if she doesnt want the ticket.
experiences, including a trip to the far side 5 b) Call Chris if she can go to the concert.
Moon. People who choose this trip will take a c) Call Mark and tell h im the concert is tomorro w.
seven-day flight and travel at speeds of 17,000 miles
an hour. They 6 the Earth fro m 250,000 miles
Wanted: experienced dog walker (18+) for three
away. Ho wever, it isnt enough just 7 a
dogs. MonFri: 1011a.m. and 4 5p.m. and
billionaire. You also have to be fit enough to travel
occasional weekends. Good references required.
in a spaceship. Candidates for the trip 8 to
train for four months with experienced astronauts 4 To apply for the job, you .
9
they are allo wed to fly. But why 10 a) must have three dogs
have to be a billionaire to go to the moon? Because b) dont have to provide references
it 11 100 million US dollars. c) must be over 18 and free at weekends

1 a) will b ) do c) are d) is Hi George,

2 a) likely b) to c) going to d) likely to Go ing to cinema at 7. Wont be home until 10.
3 a) as b) such as c) such d) such like Please put dinner in the oven at 9.30. Mandy xx
4 a) are b) will c) are going to d) could 5 a) Mandy wont be home for dinner.
5 a) in a b) of c) of the d) in the b) Mandy wants to eat when she gets home.
6 a) probably see b) will see c) are seeing c) George is meeting Mandy at the cinema.
d) do see
7 a) be b) been c) to being d) to be 1st X1 Hockey team St Ki ts vs Harlington
8 a) will have b) must c) should d) ought Saturday 14.30
9 a) then b) after c) before d) when The bus leaves at 11.30 pro mpt.
10 a) you b) do you c) are you d) you will Bring spare socks and sweatshirts.
11 a) cost b) is costing c) will cost d) has cost Lunch will be provided by St Kits at 1p.m.
10
6 The hockey players .
a) have to take extra clothes and boots
b) dont have to take food
c) will start the match at 1 oclock
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Writing
Speaking
11 Cross out six more words that can be left out
9 Complete the second sentence so that it means
of these messages. Contracted forms count as
the same as the first. Use the words i n the box.
one word.
things Why dont we tell me say 1
what you mean is I think we should Im going to the theatre at 7.30. Do you want to
come? Call me. Sue xxx
1 The way I see it , we dont have a choice.
The way I see things , we dont have a
choice. 2
2 Can you repeat the last part? Tammy , Im sorry I cant co me out for dinner
Can you the last part again? tonight. Ive got to go to music practice. I hope you
3 So youre saying you dont love me any mo re? enjoy the mea l. Ill see you later.
So you dont love me any more? Martin
4 I suggest we focus on one thing at a time.
focus on one thing at a time. 5
5 How about if we ask the bank for a loan?
we ask the bank for a loan? 12 Write a covering letter for the job in the
6 Do you mean to say that Im fired? advertisement. Use the prompts to hel p you.
Write 100120 words.
Do you mean to that Im fired?
5 Cabi n crew wanted for s paceshi ps
Space tourism co mpany requires cabin crew for
10 Complete the conversation with sentences monthly trips to the Moon. Applicants should be
a)f). between 2126 years old, cheerful, sociable and in
A: First of all, I suggest we discuss Nicks proposal good health. They must be free to travel when
for the new restaurant required. Train ing will be p rovided, but experience
B: 1 c of working in touris m or catering would be an
A: But didnt you say that the decision about the advantage.
restaurant was a priority? Apply to: Michael Tho mas at Space Travel Inc.
B: 2
A: What exactly do you mean? Why?
Dear M r Tho mas,
B: 3
I am writ ing to you ___________________
A: Im not sure I agree, actually. I really feel its a
very good business opportunity. We should
discuss it again with Nick.
B: 4
A: What?! When?
B: 5 I am 25
A: So you mean to say you made the decision
without telling me? I thought we were working
together! I resign!
B: 6

a) Last night.
b) Its too late. I told h im we werent interested in If you require
working with him any more.
c) No, lets talk about that later. Weve got more
important things to talk about.
d) Thats fine by me.
e) Did I? Well, Ive changed my mind.
f) Well, the way I see it, a restaurant would be too Yours ,
much work. And its a big risk.
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 Intermediate Progress Test Units 34B

Listening Vocabulary and Grammar

1 Track 3 Listen to six conversations and tick 3 Complete the sentences. Use the correct form
the correct ans wers: a), b) or c). of the word in capitals.
1 Barbara invites Mike . 1 Avatar in 3D was the most successful film of the
year in 2009. SUCCESS
to the cinema to a concert for a p icnic 2 Shell find it hard to work with Bill and Harry.
Theyre so . COMPETE
a) b) c) 3 Hell never make up his mind what to study at
university. Hes so . DECIDE
2 Johns going to write the covering letter . 4 These instructions are terrible. Theyre
to understand. POSSIBLE
tomorro w on Friday on Monday 5 Theyve been to over thirty countries and had a
life. FASCINATE
a) b) c) 6 Can we open the windows, please? Its
in here. BOIL
3 Alices grand mother didnt use to dance when 5
she was younger. 4 Underline the correct alternati ves.
1 He doesnt win / earn a very big salary.
the twist rock n roll salsa 2 Youll be in hot tea / water if you come home
after 12 tonight.
a) b) c) 3 We warned / boasted her not to work with him,
but she wouldnt hear / listen.
4 Kens not a very good manager because hes . 4 Japanese food is not usually my cup of co ffee /
tea, but this sushi is absolutely delicious / awful.
competitive indecisive hard-working 5 Can you give me an arm / a hand with this
project? Were running out of / from t ime.
a) b) c) 6 They remind / moan about work / job all the time
so it isnt much fun being with them.
5 Maggie can take Dave to the station because shes 7 Of course youll pass your driving test. Its a piece
only starting work at . of bread / cake!
10
10a.m. 8.35a.m. 9.15a.m.
5 Complete the second sentence so that it means
a) b) c) the same as the first. Use the word in capi tals.
1 It isnt necessary for me to get up early to morrow
6 What present does Amy suggest for Kate? because its Sunday. HA VE
I dont have to get up early tomorrow .
flowers a card a handbag 2 You should dress more smartly for the interview.
OUGHT
You .
a) b) c)
3 He probably wont go out so much when he starts
his new job. LIKELY
10
He .
Pronunciation 4 That apple pie wont be enough for six people.
GOING
2 Track 4 Listen and write the words in the That apple pie .
correct column according to the stress. 5 The company wont make any money for at least
Ooo oOoo six months. SHORT
compliment The company .
6 We used to play outside every day when we were
children. WOULD
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6 Choose the correct ans wers to complete the

sentences: a) or b). Reading
1 She a to start work next Monday. 8 Read the messages and notices and underline
a) s going b) will the correct ans wers: a), b) or c).
2 We to visit her more often.
a) ought b) must
David your meeting at 12 is likely to be delayed.
3 Hell change his job a year or two.
Are you free after 2.30 this afternoon? Let M r
a) by b) in
Bates secretary know before 12.30.
4 You try to carry that heavy bag with a
broken arm. 1 The meet ing will take place .
a) should b) mustnt a) at 2.30
5 I dont know why he doesnt play tennis any b) later, if David is free
more. He be very good at it. c) before 12.30
a) used to b) would
6 The economy to imp rove in the long term. Wanted: experienced baby sitter (18+) for three
a) will b ) is likely young children. MonFri: 1012a.m. and 4 6p.m.
5 and occasional weekends. Good references required.
7 Choose the correct ans wers to complete the 2 To apply for the job, you .
text: a), b), c) or d). a) must have children
b) dont have to provide references
Fl y me to the moon! c) must be over 18 and free at weekends
Where1 c b illionaires going for their holidays
nowadays? Instead of taking lu xu ry cruises or
2 1st X1 football team St Ki ts vs Harlington
private islands, very wealthy people are now
quite likely to choose a trip 3 space. Space Saturday 14.15
travel co mpanies such as Space Adventures and The bus leaves at 11.45 pro mpt.
Bring spare socks and T-shirts.
Virgin Galact ic 4 a range of space travel
experiences, including a trip to the far side of the Lunch will be provided by St Kits at 12.30.
moon. People who choose this trip 5 a seven- 3 The football players .
day flight and travel at speeds of 17,000 miles a) have to take extra clothes and boots
6
hour. Theyll see the Earth fro m 250,000 b) dont have to take food
miles away. However, its 7 to be a billionaire. c) will start the match at half past twelve
You also have to be fit enough 8 in a
spaceship. Candidates for the trip 9 to train fo r Hi Sam,
four months before they are allowed to fly. But why Go ing to cinema at 6. Wont be home until 9. Please
do you 10 be a billionaire to go to the moon? put dinner in the oven at 8.30. M innie xx
Because it 11 100 million US do llars. 4 a) Minnie wont be ho me for dinner.
b) Minnie wants to eat when she gets home.
1 a) will b ) do c) are d) is c) Sam is meet ing Minnie at the cinema.
2 a) sailing b) go to c) renting d) buy
3 a) at b) into c) out of d) up Sue, sorry I got the date of the concert wrong. Its
4 a) offers b) is offering c) offering d) are now tonight not tomorrow! If you cant come, call Mike.
offering Hell buy your ticket. Roger xx
5 a) will take b) is taking c) take d) are taking
5 What should Sue do?
6 a) a b) the c) an d) every
a) Tell Mike if she doesnt want the ticket.
7 a) enough b) too much c) good d) not enough
b) Call Roger if she cant go to the concert.
8 a) to travel b) to travelling c) travel d) for to
c) Call M ike and tell him the concert is tomorrow.
travel
9 a) has b) must c) will have d) mustnt
10 a) must b) should c) has to d) have to PLEAS E DO NOT TOUCH THE IT EMS ON
11 a) will cost b) has cost c) cost d) is costing DISPLAY. CUS TOMERS WILL HAVE TO
10 PAY FOR B ROKEN GOODS.
6 a) You dont have to pay for items you break.
b) You mustnt touch the items in case they break.
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 Intermediate Progress Test Units 34B

Speaking Writing
9 Complete the second sentence so that it means 11 Cross out six more words that can be left out
the same as the first. Use the words i n the box. of these messages. Contracted forms count as
say what you mean is Why dont we things one word.
I think we should tell me 1
Im going to the pub at 7. Do you want to come?
1 Can you repeat the last number? Call me. Pat xxx
Can you say the last number again?
2 The way I see it , we dont have a choice. 2
The way I see , we dont have a choice.
3 How about if we ask Dad for a loan? Tania, Im sorry we cant co me out for dinner
we ask Dad for a loan? tonight. Weve got to go to a teachers meeting. I
4 Do you mean to say that he isnt coming? hope you have a great evening. Well see you later.
Do you mean to that he isnt co ming? Martin
5 So youre saying you dont want to work here any
more? 5
So you dont want to work here any 12 Write a covering letter for the job in the
more? advertisement. Use the prompts to hel p you.
6 I suggest we focus on one thing at a time. Write 100120 words.
focus on one thing at a time.
5
Cabi n crew wanted for s paceshi ps
Space tourism co mpany requires cabin crew for
10 Complete the conversation with sentences monthly trips to the Moon. Applicants should be
a)f). between 2126 years old, cheerful, sociable and in
A: First of all, I suggest we discuss Nicks proposal good health. They must be free to travel when
for the new restaurant. required. Train ing will be p rovided, but experience
B: 1 a of working in touris m or catering would be an
A: But didnt you say that the decision about the advantage.
restaurant was a priority? Apply to: Michael Tho mas at Space Travel Inc.
B: 2
A: What exactly do you mean? Why? Dear M r Tho mas,
B: 3 I am writ ing to you ___________________
A: Im not sure I agree actually. I really feel its a
very good business opportunity. We should
discuss it again with Nick.
B: 4
A: What?! When?
B: 5 I am 25
A: So you mean to say you made the decision
without telling me? I thought we were working
together! I resign!
B: 6

a) No, lets talk about that later. Weve got more

important things to talk about. If you require
b) Thats fine by me.
c) Well, the way I see it, a restaurant would be too
much work. And its a big risk.
d) Last night.
e) Its too late. I told h im we werent interested in
the restaurant any more. Yours ,
f) Did I? Well, Ive changed my mind.
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 Intermediate Tests Answer Key

Progress Test Units 34A Progress Test Units 34B

1: 2b 3c 4a 5b 6c 1: 2a 3c 4b 5a 6c
2: Ooo: wonderful, probably; 2: Ooo: wonderful, probably;
Oooo: fascinating, motivated; oOoo: communicate, competitive,
oOoo: communicate, competitive, apologise, impossible;
apologise, impossible; ooOo: indecisive, absolutely;
ooOo: indecisive, absolutely Oooo: fascinating, motivated
3: 2 impossible 3 fascinating 4 freezing 3: 2 competitive 3 indecisive
5 competitive 6 indecisive 4 impossible 5 fascinating 6 boiling
4: 2 complains, job 3 hand, against 4: 2 water 3 warned, listen
4 foot, tiny 5 tea, delicious 4 tea, delicious 5 a hand, out of
6 leave, reminded 6 moan, work 7 cake
5: 2 isnt going to be enough for six 5: 2 ought to dress more smartly for the
people. interview.
3 would play outside every day when 3 is unlikely to go out so much when he
he was younger. starts his new job.
4 ought to wear a suit for the interview. 4 isnt going to be enough for six
5 Hes unlikely to travel much in his people.
new job. 5 wont make any money in the short
6 We hope the business will start term.
making money in the near future. 6 would play outside every day when
6: 2b 3a 4b 5a 6b we were children.
7: 2d 3b 4a 5c 6b 7d 8a 9c 10b 11c 6: 2a 3b 4b 5a 6b
8: 2b 3a 4c 5b 6b 7: 2c 3b 4d 5a 6c 7d 8a 9c 10d 11a
9: 2 say 3 what you mean is 8: 2c 3b 4b 5a 6b
4 I think we should 5 Why dont we 9: 2 things 3 Why dont we 4 tell me
6 tell me 5 what you mean is 6 I think we should
10: 2e 3f 4b 5a 6d 10: 2f 3c 4e 5d 6b
11: 1 Do you want to come? 11: 1 Do you want to come? 2 Im sorry
2 Im sorry I cant come out for dinner we cant come out for dinner tonight.
tonight. Ive got to go to music practice. Weve got to go to a teachers meeting.
I hope you enjoy the meal. Ill see you I hope you have a great evening. Well
later. see you later.
12: (sample ans wer: 142 words ) 12: (sample ans wer: 142 words )
Dear Mr Thomas, Dear Mr Thomas,
I am writing to you regarding the I am writing to you regarding the
advertisement for cabin crew on space advertisement for cabin crew on space
trips to the Moon. I would like to submit trips to the Moon. I would like to submit
an application for the post. Please find an application for the post. Please find
my CV attached. my CV attached.
I am 25 years old, single and in I am 25 years old, single and in
excellent health. For the last two years, excellent health. For the last two years,
I have worked as a member of the I have worked as a member of the
cabin crew of FlyYou airlines. This has cabin crew of FlyYou airlines. This has
given me hands-on experience of given me hands-on experience of
working with passengers, and helping working with passengers, and helping
them to relax and feel comfortable. I them to relax and feel comfortable. I
have always been interested in space have always been interested in space
travel and used to dream of flying to travel and used to dream of flying to
the Moon when I was a boy. the Moon when I was a boy.
If you require any further information, If you require any further information,
or would like to arrange an interview, or would like to arrange an interview,
please call me on 284 6735 or email please call me on 284 6735 or email
me at [email protected]. I look me at [email protected]. I look
forward to hearing from you at your forward to hearing from you at your
earliest convenience. earliest convenience.
Yours sincerely, Yours sincerely,
John Smith John Smith

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Track 3: Progress Test Units 34, Listening exercise 2

B = Barbara M = Mike

B: What are you doing tomorrow, Mike?

M: Im not sure. We might go to the concert in the park in the

afternoon.

B: Good idea. Im thinking of taking the kids there, too or to the

cinema. It depends on the weather. Do you think its going to

rain?

M: Unlikely, I think. They say its going to be quite a sunny day.

B: Wonderful! So Ill take a picnic then. Why dont you and Susan

join us?

M: Sounds great. Thanks, Barbara.

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G = Grandmother A = Alice

G: You look beautiful, Alice. Where are you going tonight?

A: A club in town, gran. Its salsa night.

G: Salsa? That sounds fun. Youre just like me when I was your

age. I used to love dancing.

A: I know, Gran. And youre still great at dancing the rock n roll!

Did you use to dance salsa in the 1960s?

G: No, we didnt unfortunately. But we had all kinds of other weird

dances the twist, the shake, the locomotion. Thered be a new

dance craze every week!

A: Fascinating. Youll have to teach me one day!

G: Of course I will!

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B1 = Businessman 1 B2 = Businessman 2

B1: So, first of all, what are we going to do about Ken?

B2: Well, the problem is that hes not a risk-taker and hes very

indecisive.

B1: Yes, Ive noticed that. Hes very hard-working but he cant think

outside the box. Well have to find somebody else to do the job.

B2: Yes, I agree. We need a manager whos more like Frank

competitive and motivated.

B1: Yes, Frank would be an excellent manager. Why dont we offer

him the job?

B2: In other words, we have to fire Ken?

B1: Exactly.

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M = Maggie D = Dave

M: Whats the matter, Dave?

D: The car wont start! Ive got a very important meeting with a

customer and Im going to be late. Ill have to call a taxi itll

cost a fortune!

M: Calm down. Im not starting work until 10 today so Ill take you to

the station. Youll probably get the 8.35 train and youll be at

the office by 9.15.

D: OK, thanks Maggie. That would be great. But what should we do

about the car?

M: Ill call Tim at the garage. Im sure hell come and look at it.

Leave it with me.

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A = Amy J = Josh

A: Hi Josh, its Amy.

J: Oh, hi Amy. How are things?

A: Fine, thanks but youre in hot water.

J: Youve lost me. What have I done now?

A: Kates not very happy with you. You didnt send her a card or

call her.

J: A card? What for?

A: Its her birthday!

J: Her birthdays not until the 26 th of May.

A: Right and what day is it today?

J: Um, the 24th 25th ? Let me check on the calendar. Oh no, its

the 26th. I didnt realise it was today!

A: Right. So what are you going to do?

J: Well, Ill phone her right now. And send her some flowers.

A: I think shell expect a bit more than that. Go out and buy her a

nice present, a handbag or something.

J: OK, OK, Ill buy her a nice present and take it to her house.

A: Thats a much better idea. Bye, Josh!

J: Bye.

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Track 4: Progress Test Units 34, Pronunciation exercise 2

compliment compliment

fascinating fascinating

communicate communicate

competitive competitive

wonderful wonderful

indecisive indecisive

absolutely absolutely

apologise apologise

motivated motivated

impossible impossible

probably probably

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