A.

LISTENING
I. Listen and choose the correct answers
1. Which day is the carnival taking place this year?

2. Why has the woman decided to leave her job?

3. What should customers who have a problem with their telephone do?

4. What does the man say he can’t do?

5. What is today’s special offer?

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II. You will hear a university counsellor talking to a group of students. Listen and complete the table below
with NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer in the numbered boxes provided. (14 points)

Services offered For individuals For groups

- your decision when to allocate your
Email counselling issues.
- (6)_________________and reflect
- talk in person
Face-to-face individual
- 50-minute session
counselling
- (7)___________________time
- how to function in relation to others
Group therapy - (8) ________________personal
development
- find out more about your issues
Self-help resources - (9) __________________24/7
- links to a range of resources
- similar specific issues
- develop helpful (10)
Specific issue workshops
__________________

6. write down 8. long-term 10. strategies

7. pre-scheduled appointment 9. accessible

II. You will hear a photographer called Ian Gerrard talking about his career. Write NO MORE TWO WORDS for
each blank. Write your answers in the answer box below. (16 points)
Ian Gerrard – Photographer
The subject that Ian studied at university was (11) _____________________. Ian did a presentation on (12)
_____________________ as a part of his final year. Ian worked for a magazine _____________________ in
the USA for a year after leaving university. When he travelled around the USA, Ian choose horses as the theme
for his photographs. Ian says that winter is the season when he takes best photographs. When Ian came back
to Britain, he travelled around by (13) _____________________ taking photographs. Ian says he was surprised
by how few photographers specialize in shots of fishing communities. Ian’s book will be available in bookshops
in March next year. The title of Ian’s book is (14) __________________ Ian has chosen (15)
__________________ as the theme for his next tour.

11. 12. (street)

geography market
13. motorbike 14. images 15. farming

III. You will hear an interview a woman called Jennie Thorpe, who is a trapeze artist in a circus, write the
letter A, B, C or D on your answer box below to indicate the correct answer to each of the following
questions. (10 POINTS)
16. Jennie got her present job when her manager saw her performing at
A. a circus school
B. a gymnastics competition
C. a ballet show
D. youth circus club
17. Why does Jennie feel a need to practise just after the end of a show?
A. She is able to strengthen her muscles.
B. She is too tense to be able to relax immediately.
C. She is able to sleep better afterwards.
D. She is able to do more difficult things then.
18. What does Jennie say about earning a living as a trapeze artist?
A. It's hard if you have no contract.
B. It's unlikely after a certain age.
C. It's difficult for most performers.
D. It’s easier to for some performers who can create their own shows.
19. According to Jennie, what distinguishes great trapeze artists from the rest?
A. They have the lightest bodies.
B. They perform without a safety net.
C. They have an ability to keep calm.
D. They all have good performing skill.
20. What does Jennie find the most difficult thing to get used to?
A. feeling pain in her muscles
B. having to get up early every day
C. damaging her hands on the trapeze
D. expressing herself through the way she move

B. VOCABULARY, GRAMMAR, LANGUAGE FUNCTION

I. Choose the word or phrase that would best complete each sentence (2pts)
21. No way will you beat him. You don’t _____ a chance. He ‘s a hundred times better than you are.
A. hold B. run C. possess D. stand
22. It was ____ by chance that we managed to find her.
A. sheerly B. purely C. plainly D. highly
23. Both the favorite and then the second favorite pulled out. Naturally, we thought we were _____ a chance.
A. in with B. up for C. in for D. up with
24. Grace couldn’t help feeling ________about missing the championships because of her injury.
A. dehydrated B. despondent C. devoted D. disobedient
25. I’m not a big fan of Chinese food, but I don’t mind it ________.
A. over and over B. one at a time C. bit by bit D. once in a while
26. The professor’s book succeeded in _______ mathematical theory.
A. observing B. comprising C. socializing D. popularizing
27. Investigators have not yet _______ the possibility that he was being blackmailed.
A. dug around B. ruled out C. boiled down to D. thrived on
28. Cellphones have _____ changed the way we communicate with others.
A. dreadfully B. genuinely C. fundamentally D. colloquially
29. The customs officer requested that_________her suitcase.
A.to open B. her opening C. she had opened D. she open
30. The investigator left no stone _______ in her search for information.
A. preserved B. forgotten C. unearthed D. unturned
31. Marie Curie was able to _____ an enviable reputation as a scientist.
A. forge B. Reside C. Articulate D. lure
32. The job requires excellent communication skills and an ability to think on your ______.
A. toes B. feet C. hands D. legs
33. Susan passed her law exams without doing a ________of work.
A. finger B. stroke C. speck D. dot
34. Anne’s refusal to join us is nothing ________ of ridiculous.
A. less B. more C. short D. far
35. Being alone in the house all day looking after three young children is enough to make anyone’s patience
wear ________.
A. thin B. out C. down D. slim
36. Ann: “How well you are playing, Peter!” Peter: “________”
A. Say it again. I like to hear your words.
B. Thank you too much.
C. Many thanks, that’s a nice compliment.
D. I think so. I’m too proud of myself.
37. Tim: “________” - Joyce: “Certainly.”
A. Welcome back! B. What are you doing there?
C. I’m sorry I am late D. May I borrow a pencil, please?
38. Lisa: “Have you been able to reach Peter?” Gina: “________”
A. That’s no approval. B. Yes, I’ve known him for years.
C. No, the line is busy. D. It’s much too high.
39. A: “What’s the matter? You don’t look very well.”
B: “I feel a little________.”
 A. out of the blue B. under the weather
C. out of order D. under the impression
40. A: "Your parents must be proud of your result at school."
B: " ________ "
A. Sorry to hear that. B. I am glad you like it.
C. Thanks. It's certainly encouraging. D. Of course.

II. Give the correct form of the words in the brackets.

41. My main _____at the moment is whether the delivery will be on time. OCCUPY
42. The first time I tried out my new bike I _____ and fell off. BALANCE
43. Don’t forget to give the door an _____ as well as a coat of gloss paint. COAT
44. He was discovered to have been ______ company funds. PROPERTY
45. Her insolent words ______ to be an ill-natured girl. SPEAK
41. Preoccupation 42. Overbalanced 43. Undercoat 44. Expropriating 45. Bespoke

III. Choose the underlined word or phrase in each sentence that needs correction (0.5 pts)
46. Nancy said that she went to the supermarket before coming home.
A B C D
47. Some tree frogs can alter their colors in order to blend to their environment.
A B C D
48. Albert Einstein was such brilliant a scientist that many of his colleagues had to study for
A B C
several years in order to form opinions about his theories.
D
49. Studying the science of logic is one way to cultivate one's reason skills.
A B C D
50. Since vitamins are contained in a wide variety of foods, people seldom lack of most of
A B C D
them.

C. READING.
I. Which notice says this:

A. Can only collect small pieces of furniture.

B. Can transport large or small items.
C. Large items should be broken into pieces.
D. Call if you need a drive.

51.
 A. Jenny should stay at home.
B. Jenny has to sign for the delivery.
C. Jenny has to contact Gill.
D. Jenny needs to decide whether to sign or not.

52.

A. Leave the building.

B. Call an operator.
C. The fire alarm is outside.
D. Call firefighter.

53.

A. Kath can’t arrange an appointment yet.

B. Kath would like an appointment next week.
C. Kath will call next week.
D. Kath will get her hair cut next week.

54.

A. Do lessons online in the coffee shop.

B. Online classes not available.
C. Learn online if you do not live in the area.
D. Call if you cannot join the classes.

55.

II. Read the following passage and decide which option A, B, C, D best fits each space.
These days in business, people have to face many challenging questions when designing and implementing
new projects in underdeveloped areas of the countryside. One issue which has to be faced is whether it is
possible to introduce new technology without destroying the local environment.
Economic (56)_________ and environment conservation are often seen as natural enemies. It is
unfortunate that in the past this has often been true, and it has been necessary to choose between
(57)_________ the project or protecting the environment. However, by taking environmental considerations
(58)_________ at an early stage in a project, companies can significantly reduce any impact on local plants and
animals.
For example, in southern Africa, a company called CEL, was asked to put up 410 km of a power
transmission line without disturbing the rare birds which inhabit that area. The project was carried out with
(59)_________ disturbance last summer. What may surprise many business people is the fact that this
consideration for local wildlife did not in any way (60)_________ down the project. Indeed, the necessary
advance planning (61)_________ with local knowledge and advanced technology, (62)_________ that the
project was actually completed ahead of schedule. CEL was contracted to finish the job by October and
(63)_________ to do so two months earlier.
CEL is one of those companies which is (64)_________ to the principle of environmental conservation.
Many other companies have yet to be (65)_________ of the importance of balancing the needs of people with
those of the environment. However, it may be the only realistic way forward.

56. A. progression B. development C. rise D. increase

57. A. dealing B. leading C. running D. controlling
58. A. severely B. gravely C. seriously D. deeply
59. A. minimal B. bare C. least D. smallest
60. A. slow B. speed C. turn D. hold
61. A. related B. added C. combined D. tied
62. A. led B. meant C. resulted D. caused
63. A. achieved B. managed C. succeeded D. fulfilled
64. A. persuaded B. convicted C. promised D. committed
65. A. urged B. impressed C. argued D. convinced

III. Read the following passage and decide which option A, B, C, or D best fits each space.
1) Science plays a crucial role in identifying problems related to how natural systems function and
deteriorate, particularly when they are affected by an external factor. In turn, scientific findings shape the
policies introduced to protect such systems where necessary. Experts are frequently called upon by politicians
to provide evidence which can be used to make scientifically sound, or at least scientifically justifiable policy
decisions.
2) Issues arise as there are frequent disagreements between experts over the way data is gathered and
interpreted. An example of the former is the first scientific evidence of a hole in the ozone layer by the British
Antarctic Survey. (A) The findings were at first greeted by the scientific community with scepticism, as the
British Antarctic Survey was not yet an established scientific community. (B) Moreover, it was generally
believed that satellites would have picked up such ozone losses if they were indeed occurring. (C) It was not
until the methodology of NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center was reviewed that it became apparent that data
had been overlooked. (D)
3) With regards to the latter, controversy between scientists may arise where data analysis appears to
support one policy over another. In 1991, the World Resource Institute (WRI) published estimates of net
emissions and sinks of greenhouse gases for a number of countries, including India. The report provoked
criticisms among Indian scientists who argued that the figures had failed to take some significant factors into
account, leading to overestimated emission values. The WRI was accused of blaming less economically
developed countries for global warming; a stance which, if accepted, could impede industrialisation and
sustain, even widen, the wealth gap.
4) Problems regarding the scientific method are well documented and it is widely accepted by the
scientific community that, however consistent scientists are in their procedures, the results born under
different circumstances can vary markedly. A number of factors influence research, among them the
organisation of a laboratory, the influence of prevailing theories, financial constraints and the peer review
process. Consequently, scientists tend to believe they are not in a position to bear universal truths but to
reveal tendencies.
5) However, this is countered by two factors. Firstly, certain scientific institutions wish to maintain a
degree of status as ‘bearers of truth’. Further, policy makers uphold this understanding by requesting scientific
certainties in order to legitimise their policy decisions. According to a number of authors who have
documented this process, decision makers do not necessarily try to obtain all the information which is or could
be made available regarding an issue. Rather, they select that information which is necessary to fulfil their
goals, information termed as ‘half-knowledge’. Attempts to underplay transboundary issues such as water
provision and pollution are cases in point. Politicians clearly cannot pretend that certain data do not exist if
they are well-known in scientific communities or national borders, but some discretion is evident, especially
where there is controversy and uncertainty.
6) It is important to note that policies regarding scientific issues are influenced in no small part by
societal factors. These include the relative importance of certain environmental issues, the degree of trust in
the institutions conducting the research, and not least the social standing of those affected by the issue. In
other words, environmental problems are in many ways socially constructed according to the prevailing
cultural, economic and political conditions within a society. It has been suggested, for example, that
contemporary 'post-materialist' Western societies pay greater attention to 'quality' - including environmental
quality – than 'quantity'. This theory does not necessarily assume that people of low-income countries have no
interest in environmental protection, as the example of the Chipko movement in India clearly demonstrates,
but demonstrates that the way a resource is valued varies widely among different communities.
7) Finally, it cannot be denied that the ‘issue of the day’ changes constantly. One issue becomes more
or less urgent than another, based on current events. Concurrently, new issues enter the political agenda. It
has been noted that it often takes a 'policy entrepreneur', someone who dedicates time, energy and financial
resources to a certain issue, to raise its profile. Furthermore, whether an issue is taken up by political,
environmental or media groups, depends very much on the degree to which it suits their particular agenda,
not to mention budget.

66. With reference to paragraph 1, which of the following pieces of research would be NOT be relevant to this
article?
 A. the effect of climate change on weather patterns in Africa
B. whether or not low-level radiation increases the risk of cancer
C. how acid rain impacts species within a lake ecosystem
D. a comparison of the species present in two areas of woodland
67. What is the purpose of the example of ozone data given in paragraph 2?
A. to show that NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center used unreliable methods of gathering scientific
data
B. to show how data gathering methods and the status of scientists may affect the way data is
regarded
C. to prove that it is wrong to dismiss evidence which comes from a non-established source
D. to show how NASA and the British Antarctic Survey disagreed over the correct way to gather ozone
data.
68. Where in paragraph 2 does this sentence best fit?
This was because of the way their computers had been programmed to discard any readings which appeared
anomalous.
A. (A) B. (B) C. (C) D. (D)
69. Paragraph 3 gives an example of a dispute over…
A. which country was most responsible for producing greenhouse gases
B. the pollution caused by multinational companies in India.
C. how statistics were interpreted and presented.
D. erroneous data which resulted from a poorly-funded experiment.
70. In paragraph 5, ‘this’ refers to…
A. the scientific method and its inherent problems.
B. the belief that scientists cannot reveal universal truths.
C. the variation in scientific results under different circumstances.
D. the list of factors which influence scientific research.
71. What is meant by this sentence?
‘Further, policy makers uphold this understanding by requesting scientific certainties in order to legitimise
their policy decisions.’
A. Politicians when seeking evidence for policy-making, do not understand the fact that scientists are
unable to act as ‘bearers of truth’.
B. Politicians consider the scientific research that supports their policies as more legitimate than other
research.
C. Scientific institutions encourage politicians to use them for policy-making in order to improve their
status.
D. Politicians, when seeking evidence for policy-making, encourage the belief that scientists can
produce incontestable facts.
72. Which sentence best sums up the ideas in paragraph 4?
A. Scientists are aware that their work cannot present incontrovertible facts.
B. If scientists were more consistent, they could create more reliable evidence.
C. Variations in how research is conducted often affect its validity.
D. Scientists spend more time documenting problems than conducting research.
73. Why are ‘transboundary issues such as water provision and pollution’ referred to in paragraph 5?
A. to illustrate situations in which politicians pretend that certain data does not exist
B. to illustrate situations in which incorrect information is given by scientific institutions keen to
maintain their status.
C. to illustrate situations in which politicians are selective with regards to what data they gather
D. to illustrate situations in which policy makers request scientists to present them with scientific
certainties, even though none exist.
74. What can be inferred about the Chipko movement?
A. It was an example of how people in low-income countries have little interest in environmental
protection.
B. It was an example of how different people within a community valued a resource differently.
C. It was an example of how people in a low-income community showed interest in protecting the
environment.
D. It was an example of how people in a low-income community valued quantity over quality.
75. Which of the following arguments is NOT presented in paragraph 7?
A. An issue only get political or media attention if someone with a high profile is supporting it.
B. Politicians are only interested in environmental issues if it benefits them.
C. Issues don’t get public attention unless a particular person advocates it strongly.
D. Issues may be overlooked if there are other significant events happening at the time.

IV. Read the following passage and choose T (True) or F (False)

Since the birth of agriculture, farmers have tried to avoid using pesticides by employing various biological
methods to control nature. The first method involved introducing a predator that would control pests by
eating them. This was used successfully in 1925 to control the prickly pear population in Australia. The prickly
pear had originally been used as a divider between paddocks. However, it eventually spread from a few farms
to 4 million hectares of farming land, rendering them unusable. The Cactoblastis moth larvae was introduced
to help control the situation and within ten years, the prickly pear was virtually eradicated. Further attempts
at biological control weren't so successful. When farmers tried to eliminate the cane beetle by introducing the
South American cane toad, the results were catastrophic. The cane toad did not eat the cane beetle and the
toad population spread rapidly leading to the decline of native species of mammals and reptiles.
76. Farmers do not like using chemicals to kill pests. _______
77. The prickly pear was planted as a type of barrier between fields. _______
78. The Cactoblastis moth killed off nearly all prickly pear plants. _______
79. The cane toad was a native species to Australia. _______
80. Using the cane toad was very successful. _______
TTTFF
D. WRITING
I. Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it is as similar as possible in meaning to the
sentence printed before it. Do not change the form of the given word.
81. If there is a fire, you must not use the lift to leave the building. (EVENT)
 ____________________________________________, you must not use the lift to leave the building.
82. Jack has such a vivid imagination, it is possible that he invented the whole story. (MADE)
 Jack has such a vivid imagination that ________________________________________ the whole story.
83. She hated publicity so much that she never gave any interviews to the media. (HER)
 Such ________________________________ of publicity that she never gave any interviews to the media
84. I just didn’t know what to say. (LOST)
 I was ________________________________________________ .
85. Tim looks nothing like his father. (TAKE)
 Tim ___________________________________________________ his father.

81. In the event of a fire, you must not use the lift to leave the building.
82. Jack has such a vivid imagination that he might have made up the whole story.
83. Such was her hatred/dislike of publicity that she never gave any interviews to the media.
84. I was lost for words.
85. Tim doesn’t take after his father.

II. This is part of a letter you receive from an English friend.

Now write a letter (60-80 words) giving your friend some advice.

III. Competitiveness is a positive quality in modern life.

Do you agree with this opinion? Write a paragraph of about 150-180 words to express your idea.