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Video Practice Test!

SECTION 1
Questions 1-3: Complete the notes below.
Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
Complaint to the airport

Questions 4-6
Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
4/ What aspect of the flight does the man complain about?
A punctuality
B legroom
C temperature
5/ What does the man think about the food served during the flight?
A It is not enough to eat.
B It is expensive.
C It has a bad taste.
6/ What does the man think of the service of the staff?
A satisfied
B long wait
C bad attitude

Questions 7-10: Complete the sentences below.
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

The man felt satisfied with 7………….. because it was quick. During the flight, 8………….. facilities helped him distract from other poor quality of the service. As a gift, a 20% discount on the 9………….. fees will be offered. The flight company also offers the man a 10………….. worth £20.

SECTION 2 Questions 11-16
What is customers’ attitude towards the following services?
A They are very interested.
B They might be less interested.
C They are not interested.

11/ a free gift
12/ a driver for an extra fee
13/ a package service
14/ updated car models
15/ a discount
16/ a new branch company

17/ What is the problem of the public transport?
A Traffic jams
B Pedestrian safety
C Low efficiency
18/ According to the speaker, what is true about the transportation?
A Buses are easy to find.
B Taxis are punctual.
C Airplanes are unaffordable.
19/ According to the speaker, what is true about the bus?
A Passengers occasionally spend more than half an hour waiting for it.
B It is sometimes overcrowded.
C It is often dirty.
20/ What is the existing situation about the price of bus tickets?
A It is fluctuating severely.
B It is declining.
C It needs to be increased.

SECTION 3: Questions 21-25: Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
21/ What was the most difficult problem when the company was founded?
A No clear objectives
B No formal structures
C No perfect premises
22/ What is the staff unsatisfied with?
A The type of work
B The work assignment
C The feeling of appreciation
23/ What was the problem of the manager?
A He had a lot of tasks to do.
B He employed too many people and let them go then.
C He always made decisions by himself.
24/ What does the staff think of the new manager of the company?
A They are delighted to see that the meeting time is shorter.
B They feel annoyed toward him.
C They are amazed that he has done it well.
25/ What achievement has the organisation made already?
A Children were involved in painting the entrance area.
B There was no particular achievement.
C It built a local primary school.

Questions 26-30: Complete the summary below.
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.

Major Problems of a Company

Since the company opened, there have been many problems with employment, but there is no 26………….. He needs to find a venue for financial training. It is very hard to run an organisation and the 27………….. is of great importance to staying organised. To enhance the organisation skills, there is a section on 28………….. in the library where some valuable books can be found. In addition, the library contains some useful resources, such as a collection of documentaries on personal organisation, the literature on 29………….., and the articles on the 30…………..

SECTION 4
Questions 31-40: Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

CLIMATE AND ARCHITECTURE
Building & Technology
Cases and examples are from practice conducted in 31………….. as well as rural areas.
Acid rain
The chemicals have devastating effects on the architecture.
The government try to reduce the negative effects.
Funds have been received from a 32…………..
33………….. experience lower levels of acid in damaging pollutants.
In recent years, Alter Project focuses on the buildings made of 34…………..
Pollution
One of the main sources of pollution is from the construction industry.
35………….. is used to reduce pollution in Sky Tower.
Construction is affected by the increased 36………….. in winter.
Humidity affects the 37………….. buildings whose grain can be condensed by moisture from the air.
Building & Technology
Ground conditions can be a problem when the density of the 38………….. is wrong.
Architects can now monitor the 39………….. of buildings.
The government should make 40………….. for the architects.

Video Practice Test!

SECTION 1: Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

SECTION 2: Questions 11-14
Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
11/ The host families will
A earn a big money.
B receive no pay.
C receive stable pay.
12/ What is the guest expected to overcome when suffering from
culture shock?
A loneliness
B difficulty to make friends
C language barriers
13/ What can the guests do if they want to become familiar with
host families?
A talk about personal interests
B clean their rooms
C cook together
14/ What’s likely to happen to the guests in the long run?
A They will enhance cultural understanding.
B They will gain overseas experience.
C They will know more people from different countries.

Questions 15-20: Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each
answer.

SECTION 3:
21/ What kind of research method does the professor recommend?
A interview
B observation
C questionnaire
22/ What is the project based on?
A a study they did before in Australia
B a similar angle someone has done before
C an Australian study
23/ What does the professor advise Douglas to do about the formation of
the focus groups?
A strengthen the group in size
B reduce the number of children in each group
C build more than 3 groups
24/ To do the project best, the professor suggests the students
A interview various people or sectors.
B not be too ambitious.
C work hard enough.
25/ To gather data, the professor asks Jane
A to replace other people’s advice.
B to simplify the textbook.
C to practice using the date table.
26/ The reason why Douglas hasn’t read enough reference books is that
A he doesn’t have enough time.
B he thinks there are too many books to read.
C he hasn’t spent time in the library.

Questions 27-30
What do the students decide about the following parts of the project?
Write the correct letter, A, B or C, next to questions 27-30.

A Jane will do
B Douglas will do
C They will do together

27/ final report
28/ sheet preparation
29/ letter
30/ transcript

SECTION 4
Questions 31-36: Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

GRAPHICAL SYMBOL

‘Graphical symbol’
– includes the logographs in Egyptian hieroglyphic writing and ancient Chinese pictograms
– found in Africa, the Americas, and Oceania
– still has something to do with 31…………… use today
Ancient graphic writing systems
Researchers obtain a wide range of 32…………… about past civilisations.
– Rosetta Stone was found in 1799 when members of Napoleon’s expedition got to Egypt.
– Frenchman Jean-François Champollion determined the phonetic values of the symbols in 1822.
In those symbols, 33…………… are used to depict various meanings.
Camera obscura
34…………… helps people understand history better.
Some charities will 35…………… many endangered species.
A camera was tied to one 36…………… of a bird.

Questions 37-40: Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.
More 37…………… will be included in the future with the development of photography.
Companies would like to invest a lot to advertise in 38…………….
Designing appealing 39 is used as a way of effective branding.
Graphic writing systems are of great importance in the subject of 40……………

Video Practice Test!

SECTION 1: Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer

SECTION 2
Questions 11-15
Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
Mount Rushmore

The government finally paid $ 11………….. to complete the heads of four United States Presidents. The purpose of the construction of the president’s heads is to develop 12………….. The carvings face 13………….. to experience maximum exposure to sunlight. In 1885, the mountain was renamed after a 14………….. It took 15………….. years to finish the project.

Questions 16 -20
Label the map below.
Write the correct letter, A-E, next to questions 16-20.

16 information centre
17 refreshment centre
18 gift shop
19 workshop
20 visitor centre

SECTION 3
Questions 21-25
Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
21/ Why does the student want to study Tourism?
A good future
B good pay
C parents’ will
22/ What kind of skill will the student gain in the course?
A time-management
B financial planning
C note-taking
23/ The student has the ability of
A independence.
B communication
C coping well with statistics.
24/ The teacher believes that the industry of tourism is
A shrinking
B seeing a bright future.
C growing popular.
25/ How does the student compare the university course with polytechnics?
A There are summer schools.
B The course is structured in modules.
C The price is reasonable.

Questions 26-30
What feature do the speakers identify for each of the following courses?
Choose FIVE answers from the box and write the correct letters, A-G, next to questions 26-30.
Features
A limited value
B useful
C relevant to career
D flexible admission
E intensive
F improving leadership
G self-control and time management
Courses

26/ Travel and Business
27/ Japanese
28/ Medical Care
29/ Computer
30/ Public Relations

SECTION 4
Questions 31-40
Complete the notes below.
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.
Company Outsourcing

Case study – TCP Technologies:
– Main target: to create a 31………….. environment
– Manager: Manjeet Khanna
Grading for staff:
– Every month grades are published on an 32…………..
– The cultural openness increased the quantity of incoming
contracted opportunities.
– The cultural openness improved the level of 33………….. of the
company.
– The increased rate of staff satisfaction has led to growth of 32% in
the 34…………..
Recent interview:
– A company is not one entity comprised of components, but a living
organism composed of cells.
– Manjeet’s motto is 35…………..
Benefits of management style:
– The rate of staff turnover has been reduced.
– A 36………….. can be from any other company.
– Grades are not used for 37…………..
Features of managing style:
– Personally, the manager wrote emails to respond to the complaints.
– The complaint form known as a 38………….. has access to all
employees online.
– The manager can receive any complaints concerning air
conditioning, food quality and 39………….. entitlement.
– A 40………….. on the anonymous complaint was introduced in the
new system.

Video Practice Test!

SECTION 1
Questions 1-10 Complete the notes below.
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
Birmingham Exhibition

Example Answer
Purpose of calling: purchasing tickets
Open in: 1…………….
Length of exhibition: 2…………….
A wide range of manufacturers will be showcased.
Some cars are available to observe and the others are for 3…………….
The 4……………. is prohibited to take into the museum.
Every ticket includes one free photo.
Price of ticket: £ 5……………. (in advance)
Transfer to Mark 6……………. (Box Office Manager)
Held in the 7……………. Palace this year
Not far from 8…………….
Website: www. 9……………. .com
Best way to contact: 10…………….

SECTION 2
Questions 11-15
Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
11/ How many patients does the hospital consult every year?
A 3,000
B 5,000
C 11,000
12/ When can patients meet the female doctor?
A on weekday mornings
B three days a week
C only on Mondays and Fridays
13/ Who is the expert on treating hearing loss?
A Mr. Robert
B Mr. Green
C Mr. Edwards
14/ Where are patients recommended to buy their medicine?
A the supermarket in the town
B pharmacies nearby the city centre
C the health care’s pharmacy
15/ What will the patients be asked about whether they are willing to do?
A Letting one student attend the consultation
B Asking postgraduate students to do treatment
C Meeting students in group discussion

Questions 16-20
Label the map below.
Write the correct letter, A-H, next to questions 16-20.

16/ Reception
17/ Mr. Green’s Room
18/ Medical Records Office
19/ Surgery Room
20/ Manager’s Office

SECTION 3
Questions 21-25 What is the main opinion of each of the following people?
Choose FIVE answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-G, next to questions 21-25.
Opinions

A lighting restrictions
B alternative lighting
C reduce the number of insects
D decline in the number of species
E climate changes
F impacts on the growth of animals
G impacts on water quality

21/ Ken Simpson
22/ Dave Kepler
23/ Sharon Grey
24/ Maria Jackson
25/ Barbara Swallow

Questions 26-27 Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
26/ What does Jim think about the difference among species in natural and artificial light?
A It makes no difference.
B Species will die out in natural light.
C Species will die out in artificial light.
27/ One reason why Jim and Jane felt unsatisfied about the theories
discussed in the lecture was that
A governments didn’t increase any spending on them.
B most theories had nothing to do with the exams.
C many theories lacked solid proof in the field.

Questions 28-30
Choose THREE letters, A-G.
Which THREE topics are they interested in studying in the future?
A quality of life of tourists
B wildlife park animals
C migration birds
D animals living in rural areas
E animals living in tropical climate
F the impacts of different environment on animals
G pandas in the zoo

SECTION 4
Questions 31-32 Choose TWO letters, A-E.
Which TWO aspects did the new rules at the end of the 19th century focus on?

A cooperation
B competition
C moral values
D player’s physical protection
E business model

Questions 33-40
Complete the sentences below.
Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.
Football in the UK

At present the main reason why UK schools push football education is the
pressure from 33……………. Prior to the 19th century, football players used different 34……………. of rules. People attempted to standardise the rules from the whole 35……………., known as the ‘Cambridge Rules’ in 1848. Attendances were increasing due to the improvement of infrastructure and the 36……………. system. Football became popular and it is regarded as a 37……………. event. The football clubs were responsible for most of the 38……………. and development for the football association. 39……………. against other teams were also organised by the football clubs. In 1910s, 40……………. football players were approved of in the game.

Video Practice Test!

SECTION 1:
Questions 1-4 Complete the notes below.
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer

Questions 5-10 Complete the table below.
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

SECTION 2:
Questions 11-14 Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
11/ The website is organised by
A family members.
B friends
C businessmen
12/ How long has the website been operated?
A about 3 weeks
B about 3 months
C about 6 months
13/ How many registered users are there in the website?
A 1,000
B 1,500
C 2,000
14/ Which country has the most users in the website?
A Ireland
B UK
C Canada

Questions 15-16 Choose TWO letters, A-E.
Which TWO things are most popular among users?
A children’s books
B textbooks
C computer games
D toys
E tools

Questions 17-20 Complete the sentences below.
Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.
The website will sort out 17…………… items to help those who can’t decide what to exchange.
Do not bother because people’s 18…………… are different.
Users will give 19…………… on the completion of exchanges.
Criteria
– the quality of the item
– the ease of communication
– the 20…………… of delivering

SECTION 3
Questions 21-26 Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
Reflective Journal Assignment
21/ What should be firstly included in the reflective journal?
A topics he is going to talk about
B study aims for the module
C suggestions from others
22/ The woman has got
A a lot of friends to help her.
B several books that may be useful.
C sufficient resources showing that she is a good technology user.
23/ What was the man’s biggest achievement in the past?
A He worked as a waiter in a restaurant.
B He got an offer to lead a team.
C He became the chairman of the Student Union.
24/ The man decides to
A do it by himself.
B find a tutor.
C listen to others.
25/ What is the man’s attitude after the discussion?
A He thinks it is useless.
B He is looking forward to doing the assignment
C He feels uncertain about it.
26/ What should be shown in the man’s reflective journal?
A self-awareness
B mistakes
C achievements

Questions 27-30 What is the woman’s attitude toward each of the following activities of study?
Choose FOUR answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-E, next to questions 27-30.

Attitude

A define a problem
B independent learning
C develop study skills
D gain confidence
E find it difficult

27/ writing an essay
28/ taking exams
29/ making class notes
30/ taking presentation notes

SECTION 4: Questions 31-38 Complete the notes below.
Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

CHIMPANZEE BEHAVIOURS

Species
– We can find Pan or Pan Troglodytes in West and Central Africa.
– The Bonobo or Pan Paniscus are found in Democratic Republic of Congo.
Current research
– rule out 31…………… and biological factors
– learn through 32…………… of other chimps’ behaviour
Discoveries
– The book The Third Chimpanzee by James Diamond discusses some physical features of chimpanzees.
– The discovery reported by Jane Goodall suggests that chimpanzees know how to use 33……………
Chimpanzees in Senegal
– use spears sharpened with their teeth
– can 34…………… the shell of a coconut
– use a 35…………… hammer to crash nuts
– are capable of learning 36…………… and understanding human language
Sub-species
– Bonobos live on the other side of a 37……………
– Both of them are reducing alarmingly in population 38……………

Questions 39-40
Choose TWO letters, A-E.
Which TWO topics about chimpanzees will the students discuss next week?
A They are slower than human in different ways.
B They learn things by copying humans’ behaviour.
C They develop behaviours generation by generation.
D They have very strong ability of logical thinking.
E They could be modified to adapt to the environment.

Video Practice Test!

SECTION 1
Questions 1-5: Write NO MORE THAN ONE WORD OR A NUMBER for each answer.

Questions 6-8: Circle THREE letters A-F.
What type of books does Peter like?
A Wildlife books
B Romance books
C Travel books
D Historical novels
E Science Fiction novels
F Mystery books

Question 9-10: Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A
NUMBER for each answer.
How much does it cost to join the library? 9…………..
How much does it cost to rent a DVD? 10…………..

SECTION 2
Questions 11-14: List FOUR reasons given for people needing blood
transfusions. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS OR A NUMBER for each answer.
Write your answers in boxes 11-14 on your answer sheet.
11 …………..
12 …………..
13 …………..
14 …………..

Questions 15-20: Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS OR A NUMBER for each answer.

– MUST be healthy
– be 20………….. or over
– weigh more than 110 pounds
– have had no tattoos this year
– not have donated blood within past 56 days

SECTION 3
Questions 21-27: Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS OR A NUMBER for each answer.

Computer Labs
The 4 labs below can be used by undergraduates.
Other computer labs can only be used by postgraduates and 21………….

Questions 28-30: Choose the correct letters A, B, C.
28/ The introductory computer course that James decides to take is…
A beginner
B intermediate
C advanced
29/ The computer laboratory for James’ introductory computer course is in…
A Wimborne
B Franklin
C Court
30/ James will take his introductory computer course…
A on Thursday at 2.00pm
B on Tuesday at 4.30pm.
C on Tuesday at 5.00pm

SECTION 4
Questions 31-35: Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS OR A NUMBER for each answer.

Questions 36-40: Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.
French TGV locomotives pull the T6V trains from both ends using
a 36…………..
Japanese ground is unsuitable for the TGV type of train because it
is 37………….. and the tracks frequently curve horizontally and vertically.
An extra advantage of the Japanese electric car system is that it can act as
a 38…………..
Even after the power supply is cut off in the electric car system, electricity is still produced by 39…………..
Huge improvements in power, operability and safety administration have
been made possible by advances in 40…………..

Video Practice Test!

SECTION 1
Questions 1-5: Write NO MORE THAN ONE WORD OR A NUMBER for each answer.

Questions 6-10: Circle the correct letters A, B, or C.
6/ When is Mike’s wife’s first appointment?
A Friday 21st at 2.00pm.
B Friday 21st at 2.30pm.
C Friday 21st at 3.30pm.
7/ What is the surgery’s phone number?
A 7253 9819
B 7253 9829
C 7523 9829
8/ What is the name of the girl with whom Mike is speaking at the surgery?
A Rachel
B Elizabeth
C Angela
9/ What’s the night doctor’s mobile number?
A 0506 759 3856
B 0506 759 3857
C 0506 758 3856
10/ Which of the following does the surgery NOT make a charge for?
A Travel vaccinations
B Consultations
C Insurance reports

SECTION 2
Questions 11-16: Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS OR A NUMBER for each answer.

Questions 17-20: Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A
NUMBER for each answer.

SECTION 3
Questions 21-24: Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
21/ When will Simon begin writing his essay?
22/ According to Simon, what kind of problems did Jaguar have in the 1970s and 80s?
23/ What is the word limit for the essay?
24/ What is the preferable method for handing in the essay?

Questions 25-27: Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.
Jennifer wants to write about how 25…………… are used by supermarkets.
Jennifer found some publications in the library 26…………… to help her
analysis.
The tutor warned Jennifer about 27…………… in her work.

Questions 28-30: Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.
Notes on Student Essays
Student Melanie needs an 28…………… as she has been unwell with the flu. She will get a 29…………… from the doctor. She’s going to write about 30…………… in the UK and their effect on housing trends. She should be on track with the essay by the end of the weekend.

SECTION 4
Questions 31-33: Choose the correct letters, A, B or C.
31/ The Pacific is more prone to tsunami because…
A it has many faults.
B its faults undergo subduction.
C its tectonic plates are bigger than elsewhere.
32/ The biggest tsunami are usually created by…
A undersea volcanic eruptions.
B undersea earthquakes.
C undersea landslides.
33/ Tsunami are difficult to detect in deep water because of…
A their wavelength.
B their high speed.
C their wave rate.

Questions 34-35: Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.
List the two ways which the National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration has set up to detect tsunami.
34 ……………
35 ……………

Questions 36-40: Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.

Video Practice Test!

SECTION 1
Questions 1-10: Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
Car Rental Inquiry
Example
Nationality: American
Contact number: 1……………
Send written quote by: 2……………
Price for renting: 3…………… daily
Special requirements for the room:
– an extra 4……………
– most important facility: 5……………
Extra equipment:
– they should have a 6……………
– as well as a 7……………
Pick them up from the 8……………
The caravan driver’s age: 9……………
The registered licence issued in: 10……………

SECTION 2
Questions 11-16: Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

Questions 17-20: What does each type of coffee taste like?
Write the correct letter, A-D, next to Questions 17-20.

A intense
B mild
C chocolaty
D smoky

Types of coffee
17/ First Crack
18/ Green Beans
19/ French Roast
20/ Espresso Smoky

SECTION 3
Questions 21-26: Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
21/ What is the thing that makes the Moa similar to dinosaur?
A Both are of interest to the public.
B Both are extinct at similar time.
C Both left lots of fossil remains
22/ What is the difference between Moa and other birds?
A no wing bones
B a long tail
C a smaller head
23/ What’s the special feature of their chicks?
A They never return to the nests.
B Most of them die within two months after birth.
C They can find food by themselves.
24/ What is the tutor’s opinion on male hatching the eggs?
A He doubts whether it is true or possible.
B He thinks it may be true.
C He can say with certainty that it is true.
25/ What is the male student’s response after hearing some people see a Moa recently
A He is surprised.
B He is worried.
C He is amused.
26/ Why did the Moa become extinct?
A climate change
B human interference
C competitions with other animals

Questions 27-30
Choose FOUR answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-F, next to Questions 27-30.
A the much taller female
B less fossils left
C the biggest eggs
D feeding at night
E better vocal sound
F poor eyesight

27/ the North Island Giant Moa
28/ the Crested Moa
29/ the Stout-legged Moa
30/ the Eastern Moa

SECTION 4
Questions 31-35: Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.
History of time-measurement

Primitive measurements by observing
Two time keepers:
– The 31……………
– Natural events, such as winds and rains, rivers flooding, plants flowering, and the cycles of breeding or 32…………… behaviour.
Precise measurements
They became important for organising activities for:
– 33……………
– 34……………
The oldest time keepers were discovered in Mesopotamia and 35……………

Questions 36-40: Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.
Time Keeper
Disadvantages
The sundial
In different parts of the year, the time for day 36……………
The clepsydra
(Water clock)
The changing pressure and 37…………… were what the flow of water still relied on.
The 38……………
The time duration was 39……………
Fire candle clock
The burning 40…………… or the rate of burning, was subject to the candles wax.

Video Practice Test!

SECTION 1:Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
1/ The teacher praised student Emma for
A her good performance in public show.
B setting a good example for others.
C settling in quickly
2/ Why has the timetable for drama class changed?
A Because of falling enrollment.
B Because the class size is too big.
C Because of the availability of music room.
3/ What is the new time for the drama class?
A 3.15 pm
B 4.15 pm
C 4.45 pm

Questions 4-6: Write the correct letter, A-E, next to Questions 4-6.
A The course is full.
B The course fee is too expensive.
C She has another activity at that time.
D She has another activity that evening.
E The class is too late.

Courses
4/ Dance Class
5/ Singing Class
6/ Vocal Class

Questions 7-10: Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
Information on Music Class
The class teaches children to play instruments and how to 7…………….
Cost of the course: $8…………….
Date Emma starts the course: 9…………….
Teacher: Jamal 10…………….

SECTION 2: Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
11/ Why does the speaker recommend the Sky Hotel?
A Because it is quite comfortable.
B Because it provides ski and snowboard equipment rentals.
C Because it has health and sports club.
12/ What is new in this year’s exhibition?
A photos of top ski resorts worldwide
B ski equipment
C computer simulation
13/ How do people enter the skiing and snowboarding competition?
A They can send emails to the committee.
B They can fill out the back of the entrance ticket.
C They can check out the exhibition newsletter
14/ What did the media focus on this year?
A not enough snow
B reduction in fee
C the decline of participants
15/ Why does the speaker recommend the ski program?
A The instructors are quite friendly and patient.
B It includes lessons and sessions that suit only beginners
C It provides special offers at the moment.

Questions 16-20
Choose FIVE answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-F, next to Questions 16-20.
A exploring new destinations
B how to make the skiing boots comfortable
C how to become a ski instructor
D how to combine other activities with skiing
E how to improve the skills of skiing
F information about skiing safety

Presentation
16/ Simon’s talk
17/ Solution
18/ Film
19/ Tricks
20/ Johnson’s talk

SECTION 3 Questions 21-23 Complete the sentences below.
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

The new teacher who is very popular among students wrote a book
titled 21…………….
It covers techniques including doing research as part of a 22…………….
The objective is for the students to present 23……………. in a collaborative manner.

Questions 24-30
Complete the table below.
Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.
Observational method:

SECTION 4
Questions 31-40
Complete the notes below.
Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

ARGUMENTS FOR AND AGAINST URBAN MIGRATION

Cities now:

• account for 3% of the planet’s land areas
• consume more 31……………. than the countryside
  Advantages for moving into the city:
• good for some 32……………. to recover
• poor 33……………. in the countryside
• clean energy: recycling of methane gas produced from 34…………….
  For women:
• more likely to have late marriages

• better chance of getting a 35……………. at work
  Downsides of moving into the city:
• possible to lose 36……………. because it is difficult to maintain previous lifestyle
• higher rates of 37……………. in the city than in the country
• poor quality of 38……………. in the city
  Economic factors:
• Increased 39……………. in population results in increase in energy
  consumption.
• People find the heavy 40……………. stressful.