I guess you could say technology is in the blood My parents both work in IT and 30 we've always had the laten gadget or gamo in the house We had smartphones before any of my friends, and my dad event saught saught me how to write computse programmes when was really young say ones of course! My friends love it because they can ask my advice on what they should buy, and if I don't now the wwe, my parents definitely will in my spare time I've actually been der I've actually been developing apps with my dad's been great. We're productive when ww work together and I've learnt a lot from him. I'm now planning to study computer science at uni versity and I think I'm alrsady ahent of the pack, in terms of computer skills

Maggie B

Everyone I know uses smartphones, ebooks and so on, but it's not my thing, to be honest. I'm an avid reader and when I see people on the train with their tablets, can't stand it. For ine, the feel and even the smell of a book is irreplaceable and I can't believe you can have the sa? ??? rience reading off a screen. I love curling up on my bed with a cup of tea, some tiscuits and a good novel. I don't know how fit cuddle up to a computar My sister can't understand me at all she likes reading too and says that ebooks are really convenient as she has all her books in one place, but, like I said, it's more the comfort that is important to me

John C

Don't get me wrong de smartphone or laptop hot wa me. My parents brothe four brothers and antes soothey co afford to buy things en mat My Friends seme me a bit about my basse phone but dans.comreally port, ?????sily nigby, and (lad the chance tot go-to a rugby summer academy but it was really pricey, tas much for my porecres reaity However, they were amazing they did find the money and en I went last summer, it was definsiely worth it I already play for a local team, but l'if love to go professional and it's not the the latest phone la going to help with that, it itf No, I'd rather spend my money, or rater my parents monary, on some thing that's going to help me in the future and not Just for fashion

Flora D

Surely technology is important to e to everyone, 'tit Well, at least all young people should be merested in technology, as there's no escape from it and if you are not prepared to learn and change, then I think it will be difficult for you to find work in the future. I've got the newest phone, tablet and ebook but I've worked hard for them. I got a jeb in a clothes shop and I work there after school a couple of days a week and on Saturdays, too. My parents don't understand my obsession with having the best things. They boch have smartphones but they get really annoyed when I'm on my phone all the time. My mum even made a rule for me and my brother that we're not allowed to use our phones at the dinner table!

PART 7

You are going to read an article about young people and technology For questions 43-52, choose from the teenagers (A-D). The teenagers may be shsisert more than once.

Which teenager

finds other nearests more important? 43

is encouraged by family to pursue their interests? 44

has limited access to technology due to the cost? 45

has restrictions on when and where the technology is used? 46

has saved up to buy the new items? 47

is not only a consumer but also wants to know how tecnology works? 48

is often asked to recommend products? 49

does not share the same view of technology as a member of the family? 50

thinks it's vital that people keep up with developments? 51

believes that technology cannot take the place of some things? 52

Exercise:

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Listening

PART 1 Questions 1-8

You wil haar people talking in eight different situations. For questions 1-8, choose the best answer (A, B or C). <

1. You hear an actres describe the beginning of her career. Why does the actress think she is now successfulf ?

A. She applied for every acting joh she could.

B. She made friends with other actors

C. She had good fortune

2. You hear two frienele discussing TV programmes What do they dragree about?

A. the importance of prizes

B. the quality of independent films

C. what to watch on TV

3.You hear a writer talking about his new book. Why did he decide in write it ?

A. He thought similar books were outdated.

B. He saw a gap in the market.

C. He was asked to by his students.

4. You hear two stusdents organising a charity event. What will people pay at the event ?

A. food and drinks.

B. the clothes .

C. the live music .

5. You hear a couple dicussing their holiday plans with a travel agent. What reason do they give for their choise?

A. They've never been there before.

B. Other sities are nasily accessible

C. They don't to drive on holiday

6. You hear a man talking about moving to another ountry.How does he feel about it?

A. He misses England

B. He thinks it's getting better.

C. He found it easy to make friends.

7. You hear a businesswoman giving advice. What does she think the most important thing is ?

A. to stully business at college

B. to work in all areas of the business

C. to believe in your abilities

8. You hear a man talking about a local events. Why is he talking about the art exhibition!

A. He is reviewing the exhibition

B. He has a painting in the exhibition

C. He has helped it become a permanent exhibition.

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PART 2 Questions 9-18

You'll hear an environmental reporter, Dylan Murray, discussing the trip to visit the Galapagos tortoises. For questions 9 - 18, complets the santances with a word or short phrase.

Galapagos tortoises

The writer has already seen in the (9) which are similar to the ones in the Galapagos Islands.The "Galapagos in (10) refers to the shape of their shell.The tortoises were often liked for their meat and (11) by early pirates and explorers to the islands.Surprisingly, tourists can (12) the wildlife they come to see up-close. The tortoises were originally from the South American (13) and they later arvived at the islands.The writer thinks that the (14) and insolation of the islands has aided in the developement of the ecosystem.Lonesome George was the sole (15) of his particular group of tortoises left in existence.The typical diet of the tortoise is made of plants (16) and fruit. Tortoises in the Galapagos islands can survive up to (17) without food or water. In the (18) season tortoises tend to be less active at midday.

PART 3 Questions 19-23

You will hear five short extracts in which people are talking about cycling. For questions 19-23, choose from the list (A-H) what sach speaker says about it. Use the letters only once. There are three extra lumers which you do not need to use.

A for other things.

B I feel strange if I don't exercise.

C I used to cyde competitively.

D I don't think bicycles are comfortable.

E I have had like accidents before.

F I am worried about rund safety.

G Bikes are old-fashioned.

H It is impractical.

Speaker 1 19

Speaker 2 20

Speaker 3 21

Speaker 4 22

Speaker 5 23

Exercise:

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PART 4 Questions 24-30

You will hear part of a radio interview with a girt called Lizzie Smith, who has started an environmensal project in her town. For questions 24-30. chonse the best answer (A, B or C).

24. Why did Lizzie want to improve her area?

A. She felt thers wat possibility for it to be better

B. She wanted to look French.

C. She was embarrassed living there

25. Why does Lizzie think important to live in an attractive area ?

A. It could attract more visitors.

B. It could stop crime and vandalism.

C. It could positively affect people's feelings.

26. What advice did Lizzie's family give to her?

A. They explained which flowers and plants would be the best to use.

B. They told her they needed more help and she should ask others.

C. They told her exactly how to find money for the project.

27. Why was it important to start with improving the school and the area around it?

A. The majority of the students lived in that area.

B. The teachers would only help if the school was painted first

C. The committee voted for the school to be helped first.

28. Wut was the next step after improving the negbeumood!

A. The local businesses wanted their shops painted, too.

B. They asked a reporter to help them.

C. They had to find ways to involve the whole community.

29. What was Lizzie worried about when she was interviewed?

A. If she'd look good on TV.

B. being too nervous to speak

C. whether people would like the project

30. What has happened to the project now!

A. It has finished and Lizzie is looking fo new ideas.

B. There are similar projects in other towns.

C. It hasn't got enough money to continue.

PART 5

You are going to read an extract from a novel in which an Australian teenager called Sarah has come to stay with her English family. For questions 31 - 36, choose the answer (A, B, C or D) which you think fits best according to the text.

Finally at home

Sarah looked across at the harbour, her harbour as she now thought of it. She breathed a deep sigh and looked around the room in which she hadri't been since she was a little girl. She felt that she was home at last, finally back in her family's original town in Cornwall. Her family had practically built the entire place, at least they'd made it what it was today - a busy market town with a large har bour and ship-builders spread along the coast. Their own hard work and strength alone had stopped it from becoming an abandoned 'ghost town' as had happened in too many neighbouring towns and villages. The good fortune of her family had been so great that they were able to build an enormous house on the top of Wicker's mount overlooking their achievements which, in Sarah's grandfather's lifetime, included a hotel and restaurant, along with the older businesses. And so life had continued for the Trevallyans, a family so lucky that many of the town's inhabitants whispered about them, in a mixture of both respect and suspicion - the source of their money had prompted countless rumours. When Sarah's father, Jonathan, told his father that he did not want to work for the family business but instead had made plans to study as a doctor in London, the community was surprised. Tom, Sarah's grandfather, had been quite angry at first as he knew his oldest child was the brightest and had expected him to continue the family businesses his other two children, James and Susan, were not as academic as Jonathan. Despite the shock, Tom eventually forgeve Jonathan for tus choices as he was so proud that he had become an excellent doctor, James and Susan divided the other businesses and each did well and made the family even richer than before. Something Tom took longer to forgive, however, was Jonathan's decision to move to Australia with his new wife. He wondered that if his son moved so far away,

would he ever come back and would he ever see him again? So Tom had never gone to visit his son in Australia, first saying it was too far and then that he had a phobia of aeroplanes. Sarah and her parents had only been to England once when she was very young and she could hardly remember the house or any of her family. But now that Sarah was seventeen and about to start studying at a college in England, she finally had had the chance to meet her uncle, aunt and, most exciting of all for her, her legendary grandfather Tom once again. Walking down to the port at night Sarah decided to visit the shipbuilding office where her cousin David was the manager. As she walked past the small fishing boats and the larger commercial trawlers, she felt a cold blast of air and pulled her coat around her and her hat further down over her ears. Just as she was wondering if a storm was approaching and regretting not watching the weather forecast on TV, she heard voices coming from the boats and the path. The fishermen had obviously had the same thoughts and they seemed to be taking their boats over to the west port, where they would have protection from the wind. The sudden change in weather had surprised her as she was used to the heat of the Australian sun. She put her frozen hands deep into her coat pockets and hurried towards David's office. David, her cousin, looked at her and laughed. Of course, for him and the others in the town it was not so cold as to need a hat and scarf yet. Sarah liked David and his sister, Joanna, very much-she had only been in the country for two weeks and they were already good friends. However, as much as she liked her cousins, there was something strange about her aunt. She couldn't quite explain why but she had an odd feeling that there were many secrets in the Trevallyan family that had yet to be revealed.

31. Sarah's sigh suggests that

A. she was comfortable in her surroundings.

B. she was tired after a long journey

C. she was bored of the house.

D. she was sad about being in the house

32. Why were people suspicious of the Trevallyan family?

A. They belleved that the family had stolen their money.

B. The family were isolated from the rest of the community.

C. They wondered about the origins of their wealth

D. The family were not originally from the town.

33. Why was Jonathan's decision a surprise to everyone

A. He had not been thought of as clever enough to be doctor.

B. He heted large cities tke London

C. He had been expected to carry on his father's work

D. He didn't warit his siblings to control the family money

34. What does the winter suggest about Tom's reasons for never vating Australia?

A. He made up excuses because he didn't want to go

B. He was too embarrassed to admit his phobia of flying.

C. He had many truthful reasons for not going

D. He did not want to see his san again.

35.What the reason for Sarah's reaction to the cold weather?

A. She hated the inglish weather

B. She was still getting used to the change in temperature

C. She had heard that blad weather was coming

D. She had not brought any warm clothes with her from Australi

36. What do we learn about Sarah's family in the last paragraph?

A. Sarah was her cousins only friend

B. Sarah suspected that someone was hiding something

C. Sarah's cousins were rather difficult to get on with.

D. Sarah hadn't mat her cousins' mother yet.

Teenage volunteering

Nikki A

I had the greatest perience of my life in Thalan I wat fucky enough ta de eposa? to work as a volun teeran elephans sanctuary just south of Bangkok I've always lovest animals and I hope to become a we when I finish university, Iscaped for atten weeks and it was hard, we worked six days a week helping the bumpers to look after the elephants the sanctuary dent look after the wlephants, no one the would and they'd be left wurdering the streets So they bring them to the shelter, which is in the forest where the elephants used to live. They realy are gentle gants and I was allowed to wash them leed thema anel even take them for walks in the forest. t's really opened my eyes and I'm boung to go back there as soon se posible

June B

I've always in a ed to be a teacher. My mum teaches primary school and I thek it's the best job in the world. I enjoy working with children and also want to be a macher, I have to show that I've had experience with them, tu Guide leader too it's an organisation where girls can do differenc activities, many of which help the community. I help out at the Guide meet ungs and we've recently been ding some work to help clean up the local park by planting trees and cleaning up graffiti. Spending time with the girls in really rewardangI've learnt a lot about how to communicate with young people and now I can't wait to put it into practice when I teach

Eve C

I live in the sauntryside and there's a large castle near my vilags which attracts many visitors. My pandinctcher volunteers there as a toor pade. Se takes the foursts around the cutle and explame the history of the castle and its inhabitants. That's fucinating and I've always enjoyed visiting the castle and its beautiful gardens, so last year I started working there at weekends. We don't get paid for working there as it's a charity and it survives on dorations from visitors, plus what we make at the gift shop work in the cafe as a waitress and all the food is grown in the gardens at the catle, so It's very popular with tourists. I hope to be a guide one day ton, but I've gut lits to learn fiest

Karen D

I had some pravems when I was younger-1 was bulimit realy badly school by a group of girls They used to call me names and even hit me once, but luckily, my parents were prat and they told my teachers so the girls stapped After that always wanted to help kids with similar problems su thar they didn't feel alone. I found nut about a vol counselling website run by young people, for people, and they accepted roy application young I've been working there for two years and ruity think I've made a difference. Most of the people who have emailed or phoned is usually report later that things have improved and this encourages t?? ?a continue helpty, I'm starting college next year but I'm going to continue working for the site as long as I can.

PART 7

You are going to read an article on four teenage girls about their experiences of volunteering. For questions 43-52, choose from the teenagers (AD). The teenagers may be chosen more than once.

Which teenager

works somewhere which promotes local culture? 43

is following in one of her parents' footsteps? 44

is helping those who are having emotional difficulties? 45

hopes the volunteering will help with a future career? 46

was surprise by her experiences? 47

feels that her work has had a good response from those she helped? 48

is helping a group who otherwise would be ignored? 49

works somewhere where money is made from selling food and souvenirs?50

would like to work in another way for the organisation? 51

is helping to improve the appearance of her neighbourhood? 52

Succeed in B2 First for Schools - Practice Test 2

Listening

PART 1

Questions 1-8

You will hear people talking in eight different situations. For questions 1 - 8, choose the best answer (A, B or C).

Question 1 You will hear a film reviewer discussing a film. PAUSE 2 SECONDS

The third film from the famous French director Jacques Arnaud returns to familiar themes of teenage vampires. However, it will be a disappointment for fans of the previous two films. The script is boring and the film itself was about 40 minutes too long. It is unclear why two talented actors like Tom Michaels and Jennifer Harris would want to be in a film like this, and they seem to struggle with understanding the story as much as the audience.

1. You will hear a film reviewer discussing a film. What does she think of the actors' performances?

A. They give a boring performance.

B. They are the best part of the film.

C. They seem confused by the story.

Question 2 You will hear a photographer discussing his work.

A : PAUSE 2 SECONDS ***

I've just returned from Chile, where I've been working for a geology magazine, photographing the beautiful landscape there. That's what I love about my job - the chance to travel around the world, meeting people from different backgrounds and getting paid for it! I recently did some work for a charity and that combined everything I love about the job, plus I got to help children, so that's the most rewarding part. I guess it's why I keep doing what I do.

2. You will hear a photographer discussing his work. What is his favourite part of his career?

A. helping charities with his work

B. travelling around the world

C. meeting people from other cultures

Question 3 You will hear a teenager talking about her ambitions.

PAUSE 2 SECONDS

I can't wait to finish university, not that I don't like it but I'm looking forward to what I can do afterwards. I was considering travelling round Europe. I've been to loads of places anyway, but I've decided that can wait. What I'll probably do is go back to my studies - at the moment I'm training to be a nurse but I really want to work as a midwife so I can help pregnant women, and so I need to go back for a year but to a different university.

3. You will hear a teenager talking about her ambitions. What does she want to do after university?

A. travel around Europe

B. work straightaway

C. do some more studying

Question 4 You will hear a teacher talking about her job.

PAUSE 2 SECONDS

I started off as a lawyer. I was working with banks and other financial businesses but I wasn't happy. My sister's a teacher and I saw that although it was also very demanding and lots of work, she had this satisfaction and happiness from her job that I never had. After teaching for a couple of years, I've just decided to work specifically with children with learning difficulties and now I really feel happy at the end of the day, although just as tired!

4. You will hear a teacher talking about her job. Why did she decide to be a teacher?

A. She wanted to help children.

B. She followed her sister's advice.

C. She wasn't happy with her job.

Question 5

You will hear two band members talking about their new album. PAUSE 2 SECONDS

Band member 1: Our last album did so well that we're pretty worried about this one. I keep thinking - will it do as well?

Band member 2: Well, I'm quite confident about this one - we worked on the songs for a long time, just getting everything right.

Band member 1: We've had a couple of bad reviews already, but most of them have been very positive, so we're just focusing on that.

5. You will hear two band members talking about their new album. How do they feel about their new music?

A. They don't think it's as good as their first album.

B. They are concerned if people will like it.

C. They don't really care about what people think.

Question 6 You will hear an archeologist talking about a new discovery.

PAUSE 2 SECONDS

We're really excited about these new discoveries. The team has been working on the site for a long time and finally we've found the remains of an old church. This shows us that there was religion in this country long before we thought. It changes lots of things about the history of the country and we now hope to find some more items which show how this society and its culture was affected by having a church in the village.

6. You will hear an archeologist talking about a new discovery. What is important about the discovery?

A. It shows something new about the society.

B. It was discovered by accident by builders.

C. It means that the area will now be protected.

Question 7 You will hear teenagers discussing their favourite sports.

PAUSE 2 SECONDS

Boy 1: Have you picked your sports for this year yet?

Boy 2: Yes, football, and of course cricket in the summer, too. I've still got one more to choose - I'm between rugby and athletics. What do you think?

Boy 1: Rugby? Really? It's a bit tough, isn't it? I think athletics is a better choice - there's no way I'm going to risk getting hurt playing rugby.

Boy 2: I hadn't thought of it like that. I guess you're right.

7. You will hear teenagers discussing their favourite sports. Which sport do they not choose?

A. football

B. rugby

C. athletics

Question 8 You will hear a man talking on the radio. PAUSE 2 SECONDS

Sometimes when I look over my life I still can't believe the situation I'm in now: head of an international company which I started from scratch when I was 18. I was never great at school and I didn't even go very often, so I bet the teachers can't believe what I've done. I have to thank my parents for everything, though. If they hadn't believed in me and even lent me the money to start the business, I wouldn't have been able to do anything.

8. You will hear a man talking on the radio. Why is he proud of his achievements?

A. He was told he would never be successful.

B. He has done well, despite not going to school regularly.

C. He has never borrowed money.

PART 2

Part Two. PAUSE 5 SECONDS

You will hear a biologist, Peter Gufstasson, discussing Emperor penguins. For Questions 9-18, complete the sentences with a word or short phrase. You now have 45 seconds in which to look at Part 2 PAUSE 45 SECONDS You may have seen the hugely successful documentary, March of the Penguins, which told the story of the fascinating Emperor penguins and their fight for survival in the harsh Antarctic conditions. As a professor of marine biology at the University of Stockholm, I have been travelling for many years to Antarctica to study these incredible animals. Since the documentary was released, interest has grown in the penguins and this, of course, is a great thing because people then become interested in conservation of their environment and how we can protect them. I spend months in the Antarctic, studying the penguins and taking blood samples so I can learn about their diets and how they survive. I also look at other types of penguins, such as Adelie and Gentoo, so I can compare the diets of the penguins and we can learn about their habitats. For me though, the Emperor penguins are the most interesting as they work together as a community to survive in these difficult circumstances. The temperatures in the area can reach as low as -60 degrees and the penguins have found a clever way of surviving the cold. They have found a system which means that they all gather around in a circle and they take it in turns to be in the middle, which is the warmest place; once they are warm, they move to the outside of the circle so they all get warm sometime. This is important as they spend all winter on the open ice and they even lay their eggs in the freezing cold. The penguins are probably most famous for the way they look after their eggs and the baby penguins. Female penguins give birth and leave their egg behind for the male to look after. The females have to go looking for food to feed themselves, their mate and the baby penguin! They may travel as far as 80 kilometres to the ocean and once there, they will eat fish, squid and krill. The trip may take as long as two months and can be very dangerous for the female penguins as they have to dive in the ocean, where they could be killed by whales or sea lions. While the females are searching for food, it is up to the fathers to protect their eggs. They do not actually sit on the eggs, but balance it on their feet and cover it with their feathers to keep the eggs warm; any exposure to the freezing temperatures could kill the baby inside. Due to this danger, the fathers do not move until the mothers return and during this time they do not eat at all. When the mothers do finally return, they give the food to the new babies and it is the fathers' time to travel to the ocean to find food. By the time the weather improves, the ice has broken up so that the ocean is much closer to the penguins, which is timed perfectly as the young penguin chicks can learn to swim easily.

This beautiful way that the families work together to look after each other is unbelievable, and it is not a surprise that the public are becoming just as interested as me and my fellow scientists. Although the Emperor penguins are not endangered, the effect of environmental damage is slowly beginning to be seen in the environment. The ice is starting to melt and this will, of course, affect the habitat of the penguins. Hopefully our work, plus the interest from the documentary, will help people to understand how important it is to protect our planet.

Questions 9-18

You will hear a bologist, Pour Guhzasson, discussing Emperor penguins.

For questions 9-18, complete the sentences with a word or short phrase.

Emperor penguins

Peter is a professor of (9) at the University of Stockholm.

He hopes that people will want to learn more about the (10) of their environment.

To learn about the penguins (11) to takes blood samples.

Working together as a group with common goals has helped the penguins (12) .

They take it (13) to stand in the warm part of the circle.

Alter birth, the eggs are cared for by the (14) penguins.

The diet of the penguins includes krill, fish and (15) .

The eggs are kept warm to prevent (16) to the Antarctic temperatures.

When the chicks are old enough, the (17) will have broken up so they are closer to water.

The change in the landscape reveals the (18) damage being done.

PART 3

Part Three PAUSE 5 SECONDS

You will hear five short extracts in which people are talking about the cinema. For questions 19-23, choose from the Nst (A-H) what each speaker liked most about the film they saw. Use the letters only once. There are three extra letters which you do not need to use. You now have 30 seconds in which to look through Part 3 PAUSE 30 SECONDS

Speaker 1 PAUSE 2 SECONDS I've actually seen the film twice now I don't normally go to the cinema again for the same film, but this was worth it! Honestly, though, this film was brilliant - I'm a huge sci-fi fan and this is definitely one of the best of its genre. The actors were pretty good but, by far, the effects were the reason for me to come back. I'in studying computer graphics at college so I'm always really interested in the way films look. Luckily, my friends like to watch films like that, too, so I always have people to go to the cinema with

Speaker 2 PAUSE 2 SECONDS I'm a writer, so I love a good story and usually films these days are just about silly special effects such as 30 and all that. I don't want to wear special glasses to watch a film I think it's just a way to hide the fact that the story and the acting is poor. So, my favourite film is, in my opinion, a superb example of expert storytelling, but of course the acting is good, too. The reason I've watched it so many times, though, is because it's really believable something that is rare in films these days.

Speaker 3 PAUSE 2 SECONDS Normally, if you read the book, you're disappointed by the film versiort the director never seems to get it right. More often than not, large parts of the book are left out, which is understandable when time is a problem, but really the plot shouldn't be changed too much. Anyway, this was one of my favourite books so I couldn't wait to see the film and see if it was as good. I was surprised by how similar it is to the book and I think they did a good job to keep fas happy.

Speaker 4 PAUSE 2 SECONDS

I wasn't too sure about this film, actually, when I read about it and it didn't even have good reviews, but it's got my favourite actor in so I thought I'd watch it anyway. I really liked it, and I've watched it loads of times, since I guess having Jack Williams in helps but I thought it was a really touching film. I think some reviewers can be snobby about some films and I don't take any notice of their opinions anymore. I've grown up watching Jack and I think I'll always watch his films despite what other people say.

Speaker 5 PAUSE 2 SECONDS

I'm a huge film fan and I even work for a film magazine, writing articles about upcoming films and the history of cinema. As such, I am lucky enough to watch films every day; some I like and some I don't. My preferred type of film is comedy and the best of these is Some Like it Hot, which stars Marilyn Monroe. It's a classic film and it was my dad's favourite, too, and although I've seen it countless times, it always makes me laugh.

Questions 19-23

You will hear five short extraces in which people talking about the cinema. For questions 19-23 choose from the list (AH) what each speaker liked most about the flin they saw. Use the latters only once. There are three extra latters which you do not need to use.

A The frector always makes good flims.

B The writing was of very high quality.

C The film had lots of award-wiring actors

D The special effects and images were great Speaker 3 21

E A popular ratamed in the fim

F The finis the best of its genre

G The fom anayed true to the novel

H The fim has a fantastic soundtrack

Speaker 1---- 19

Speaker 2---- 20

Speaker 3---- 21

Speaker 4----22

Speaker 5----23

Part Four

PAUSE 5 SECONDS

You will hear a young man caled Adam Daves telling a group of studen about Cadbury's chocolate factory. For questions 24-30, choose the best answer A, B or C.

There will now be a pause of 1 minute for you to look through Part-4

PAUSE I MINUTE -

I - Interviewer D - David

I: Joining us today we have David Adams, who has written a book about the history of the famous Cadbury family and how they began. the popular chocolate factory. David, welcome to the show. Could yo tell us why you are interested in Cadbury's?

D: Well I grew up in the city of Birmingham and both my parents. worked at the Cadbury factory until they retired and they told me all about how the factory was started, and it always interested me. They used to bring home loads of packets of biscuits for free at Christmas and it seemed very generous. They used to tell me about the family and what they did for the community and the city. When I grew up, I studied history at university and began to write books about the areal Irealised that the story of the factory was fascinating, and unusual for such a large company.

I: How did the factory begin?

D: De The first shop was opened by John Cadbury in the centre of Birm ingham in 1824 ant sold tea, coffee and drinking chocolate. Not only did John sell these products because he liked them, but he was a Quaker, which is a religion which beleves alcohol is bad for you, so chocolate and coffee were thought to be a better choice. The shop did well and when he had enough money, he bought a larger building and started making chocolate drinking powder and cakes in lots of different flavours. It wasn't long until another factory was opened and eventually they began to produce chocolate bars.

I: Did Cadbury's make the first chocolate bar?

D: No, actually many people think that because they're so famous they must have invented the chocolate bar, but it was actually in France. They weren't even the first company in Britain to do them and John's sons, Richard and George took over the business and concentrated on making their cocoa powder even better. It wasn't actually until 1897 that they decided to make chocolate bars but, believe me, you wouldn't like them because they were quite bitter and not the sweet, milky bars we all love now! In fact, the business did so well that once again they needed a bigger factory and this is where Cadbury's really becomes a special story.

I: It is this when they moved to Bounville?

D: Yes, at this time, Birmingham, as the second-biggest UK city, was famous for its industry. There were lots of factories and the workers lived in very poor housing because they were paid so badly. The Cadburys, as I said, were Quakers and they had a strong belief in helping others, and they couldn't understand why people should live in crowded, awful houses. George Cadbury asked the question Why should an industrial area be depressing?" and and the brothers began to search for a new place to build. They decided on an area just five minutes from the centre of the city, which they named Bournville. The brothers wanted wanted to build the factory and houses for the workers an a beautiful area with lots of parks, away from the polluted city.

I: It it sounds that it was a good company to work for. So did they only build homes for the workers?

D: The houses were just the beginning, at first, the houses were just built for the key workers and they were great houses, large with gardens. Even the workers who didn't have homes were amazed by the factory there was a football pitch, kitchens for the workers to have hat meals at work and later swimming pools, terris courts and so on. The Cadbury family believed if their employees were happy and healthy, then they would be better workers, plus they thought i was important to help others. Those who didn't live in Bouriville were not forgotten by the company by helping them pay for transport to the factory.

I: Did they continue to develop Bounville?

D: Absolutely. They bought even more land around the factory and balt 143 more houses. These all had gardens with frat trees and a vegetable garden. The difference betweet these and the traditional shrns extremely bad housing where the workers used to live was enormous. It was also an influence on other new towns architects wanted to copy the way that Bournville had lots of parks and gardens They continued to help improve people's lives. For example, they would organise trips to the countryside for the workers and their families, which would have been a welcome break away from the poilution.

I: What happened to Bournville has it changed now?

D: Luckily, it hasn't changed very much at all It is a very popular area of the city to live in as it is like living in the countryside but in a huge city. There is a group in Bournvile which decides what can be built in the village no pubs or bars can be built there so it is a very nice place to live with children. There are even rules for the people who have houses there they have to have at least one frat tree in their garden. The village gets many visitors as the Cadbury factory is open to the public, and as well as tasting the chocolate you can look around the beautiful parks and see it all for yourself!

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You will hear the piece again

PAUSE 5 SECONDS

That is the end of Part Four There wil oow be a pause of five moutes for you to copy your answers onto the separate answer sheet He sure to follow the numbering of all the questions I shad remind you when there is one minute left, so that you are sure to finish in time.

PALUSE 4 MINUTES You have one more minute left.

PAUSE 1 MINUTE That is the end of the test. Please stop now. Your supervisor wil now collect all the question papers and answer sheets.

PART 4

Questions 24 - 30

You will hear a young man called Adam Davis telling a group of students about the history of Cadbury's chocolate factory. For questions 24 - 30, choose the best answer (A, B or C).

24. How did Davis become interested in the Cadbury family and Bournville?

A. He heard the stories when he went to university.

B. He worked at the factory and heard the history there.

C. He heard the stories from his mother arid father

25. Why did John Cadbury like selling chocolate?

A. He thought he could make lots of money from it.

B. He thought it was better than people buying alcohol.

C. It was cheap to make chocolate bars.

26. What did Richard and George Cadbury want to do in the beginning?

A. They wanted to improve the products they were selling.

B. They wanted to sell the business.

C. They wanted to make the first chocolate bar.

27. Why did they want to build houses in Bournville?

A. They used workers from outside Birmingham who needed homes.

B. They wanted workers to live closer to the factory.

C. They thought everyone should live in good houses.

28. How did the houses and good facilities help the company?

A. Lots of people wanted to work for the company.

B. They made the workers feel better.

C. They won awards for the facilities.

29. How has Bournville affected other towns?

A. It has encouraged more green areas in towns.

B. It has decreased the amount of poor housing

C. It has encouraged other companies to help build new towns.

30. Why is the village still special today?

A. The houses are now empty and can be visited.

B. It is almost the same as when it was first built.

C. There are lots of popular bars in the area.

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PART 5

You are going to read an extract from a journal in which a teenager called Line describes her experience of moving to different countries. For questions 31 - 36, choose the answer (A, B, C or D) which you think fits best according to the text.

Always on the move

Another day, another school; at least that's what it feels like. The first day at a new school is nerve- wracking enough but this is in a different country, too. In actual fact it's the fourth country I've lived in and I'm only seventeen. My father works for the UN and we've lived all over the world. My parents are from Holland and they both worked for the government, but then my dad was offered this job when I was five. When my dad agreed to it, they made it all seem really exciting. At first, it was like an adventure when we moved to a new home, but it's been a strange journey.

We quickly settled into our new home and our new lives in Brussels. I started school and had to learn French, but it wasn't a problem, really, luckily I was so young that learning a language wasn't too difficult. I made friends fairly easily, too, and my brothers soon settled into nursery. However, it wasn't long before we were dragged somewhere else and we had to leave all our new friends behind. My dad had been given a promotion which he was really pleased about. However, my parents didn't even ask our opinion on the move, so once again we were leaving our home for somewhere far away.

Our new home in Hong Kong was beautiful and the place itself was amazing, but by now I was nine years old and I didn't appreciate any of this. I had made some great friends and was devastated to leave it all behind. I began school, but this time it was a little bit different as I was going to be at an international school, where other children from foreign countries would study in English. At least this meant that I met children who were in the same position as me, foreigners together in a new country. Many of my classmates had parents who worked for embassies, or for very large international companies, so we all understood how isolating it can be away from home.

Eventually, of course, I made some good friends and we learnt to love Hong Kong together and, as we grew up, there were more things for us to do. Hong Kong is still unbelievable - it's so busy and there's so much to do that you're never bored. In addition, there are lots of nationalities there, so now I have friends from all over the world.

Before too long, though, my parents were offere another job in Washington DC, USA, but this time they actually asked us what we thought before they decided. One night we all sat around the mible together and as a family we discussed how we felt about this. My brothers didn't mind moving; they are a bit younger than me and they were really excited about living in America, although all their knowledge of the country comes from films and TV! As for me, I wasn't happy about it as, once again, I would have to leave my friends. Finally, we decided to move with the promise that I could visit some of my friends during the holidays.

Once again I am beginning to get used to life in an international school. Although we could attend an American high school, my parents thought it was better that we stay with some other students from different countries. The city is great, with lots of beautiful buildings but it's also quite serious as there are lots of politicians here, Hong Kong was definitely better for teenagers. I feel it's getting easier to make friends this time in fact, I think I've become an expert at it. I was surprised that my parents found it hard to make friends, too. We were talking about it one night and they admitted that they can also feel shy when they start working somewhere new. Well, I suppose that all this moving around has helped me learn how to make new friends with people from different cultures and I'm sure that this will be useful in life.

Now, we are still in America. Soon I'll be eighteen and then I won't have to follow my parents if they move countries again. I'm thinking of staying here and starting university. Eventually, I'd love to work for the government, like my parents. However, I am pretty sure that once I have children, I will stay in one country and not move them from place to place. Of course it's nice to see the world, but you're often left with a feeling that you don't have a home of your own and you don't 'belong' anywhere. You may have your family close to you, but it's important to have a community around you, too.

31. How did Line feel when she arrived in Brussels?

A. She really missed her friends and family.

B. She felt her parents had lied about how good in would be.

C. She had no problems adapting to her new life.

D. She din't like her new home.

32. Line says that the family was 'dragged in line 19 to show that

A. they decided together that they should neve again.

B. her parents didn't give them a choice on whether they should move.

C. she was glad to leave Belgium and she was excited about moving.

D. she felt that the move was decided very quickly.

33. Why did like going to an international school in Hong Kong?

A. She felt that all the children could relate to each other.

B. She enjoyed learning English.

C. She could meet mainly local people.

D. She thought the teaching was better at this type of school.

34. What was different about the way the family decided to mase again?

A. The parents had been offered two countries to choose from.

B. The parents agreed that Line could join them when she was older.

C. The parents were told they had no choice in the move abroad.

D. The parents asked the children for their opinion on the move.

35. What does Line think is a positive thing about living in so many different countries?

A. She has been able to see the world.

B. She has developed good social skills.

C. She has come closer to her parents.

D. She is no longer shy.

36. What do we hears about the final paregraph ?

A. She wants her children to have the same experiences as her.

B. She wants to return to Belgium or Holland.

C. She doesn't want her children to move around the world.

D. She doesn't think it's important for children to see different countries.

Practice Test 3

Confront your fears and face your challenges

For instructors talk about their sports.

Dave Hanson - Jet ski instructor A

Jet skiing is a thrilling sport that needs to be learned in a safe environment under the guidance of a qualified watercraft instructor. Jet skis can reach speeds of up to 60 mph and are specially designed for both performing or, racing. These incredible machines will get your heart pumping in no time. On our one-day courses you will be surprised at how much you can learn. Once you have arrived and been welcomed, your experience will begin with a full safety briefing and an introduction to stand-up jet skiing. As far as I'm concerned, this part of the day is crucial for everyone's safety, as the last thing we want is for someone to end up in hospital. We will run you through the basics, including handling and steering on your knees, before progressing to stand-ups and a number of tricks. You'll get your chance to push your fears to the limit with a variety of gravity-defying manoeuvres from high-speed turns to power jumps. Great for anyone who really likes to live in the fast lane. The day will close with a debrief back at the centre, including a presentation of your certificate.

Bob Daniels - Scuba diving instructor B

If you've always wanted to find out what scuba diving is all about but aren't ready to take the plunge into a certification course, you should try our beginners course. During the experience you will learn to use scuba equipment in shallow water and learn some of the basic principles of diving, such as hand signals and movement under the watchful eye of a qualified instructor. Your day will start with a greeting and introduction from the friendly staff. Complimentary refreshments will be offered to you before you head to the dive shop, where you will have a safety briefing and a demonstration of how your scuba kit works. Next, you'll leave for the pool (about a five-minute drive away) and then the fun begins as you hit the water. You'll have 90 minutes in the pool and learn what wearing scuba equipment feels like and how easy it is to move around underwater while wearing it. There is a knack to it but once you've been shown how, it will all become clear to you. Some people, however, might find the kit too heavy for them, but we'll check with everyone beforehand. You will also find out what it's like to breathe underwater and whether you'll be comfortable there or not. If you are, then you'll be ready to consider the next step towards the scuba certification course.

Jane Epsom Whitewater rafting instructor C

Whitewater rafting has become one of the most extreme sports since its breakthrough in the 1970s. You and your fellow rafters must work together as you guide yourselves down the raging rapids of our fantastic purpose-built course. When you arrive at the centre, you will be shown a safety DVD and you'll have a chat with your instructor, who will guide you through the basics before taking you down to the rapids on foot. You will be in a 6-8 man raft. You'll need to have paid attention to your instructor beforehand and remember to paddle hard as you launch the craft over the swells and hold on tight as you push through the immense waves. Our 700-metre international, Grade 3 downhill course is perfect for practising the basic principles of whitewater rafting.

Jason White- Kitesurfing instructor D

Kitesurfing takes the best from surfing, wakeboarding, windsurfing and paragliding to create a unique and thrilling watersport. First, you will learn the theory of kitesurfing. This includes all the fundamentals of flying a kite and learning about wind windows (the flyable area for the kite). After you've mastered kite control and how they fly, it's then on to the setup. You will learn how to safely launch and land your kitesurfing kite and learn the safety features on the control bar and also what to do in a sticky situation. The next, and most exciting, part of the lesson is hitting the water and getting pulled by the kite; also known as 'body-dragging'. The lesson finishes with packing up the kites and equipment. Surprisingly, this is quite a challenge and you need to allow a fair amount of time to do this. If, at the end of the day you fancy treating yourself to a slap-up meal, there's a very good restaurant near the centre.

Practice Test 3

PART 7

You are going to read an article about four sports instructors talking about water sports. For questions 43-52, choose from the instructors (A - D). The instructors may be chosen more than once.

Which instructor

teaches you how to communicate with your hands? 43

has a difficult job to do of the end of the day? 44

will show you a safety film? 45

will test your courage? 46

affers a free drink? 47

thinks some people may not be physically able to do something? 48

teaches you how to deal with a dongerous situation? 49

says their sport has evolved from other sports? 50

is primarily concerned with your welfare? 51

mentions that teamwork is crucial? 52

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Reading & Use of English

PART 5

You are going to read an extract from a short story about a teenage boy called Sam, who has been in an accident. For questions 31 - 36, choose the answer (A, B, C or D) which you think fits best according to the text.

The race of his life

Sam had never really expected to get this far In fact, if the truth be told, Sam had thought he'd never walk again. The night of the accid flashed through his mind like a Hollywood horror movie that he'd watched too many times. But the memory of that fateful day couldn't be turned off. It would be there in his head and heart forever. Sometimes it hit him so hard that he had to catch his breath to give him a moment to compose himself, to take back control of his emotions and still his racing heart. He had to accept the fact that his best friend could easily have been injured as badly as he had but, by some miracle, James had walked away from the scene with hardly a scratch on him. Sam, on the other hand, had not been so fortunate. He looked down at his legs; one made of flesh, blood and bone, and the other. Well, the other was his superhuman leg, the one made of carbon fibre, his blade.

Who would have thought that out of something so terrible something so remarkable could develop? Sam had been training hard for the last six months. He hadn't found it a chore; he'd savoured every moment as his confidence and self-respect had ever so slowly come back to him. In the very beginning, every step had seemed like a kilometre. But, despite the physical pain, his soul felt like he was flying. He'd always known that he would conquer his disability. He'd been given another chance in life and he was going to grab it with both hands and not let go.

Ironically, James felt guilty. Guilty because he'd got off so lightly that night. He didn't entirely blame

himself for the accident but he'd played his part in it. They had both been laughing and joking and bopping in their seats to the new music that he had bought and downloaded for Sam's birthday the day before. He blamed himself for distracting Sam. However, the reality was that neither of them could have predicted that the deer was going to run out from the trees, and, by avoiding it, they had run into a huge tree themselves. Had they not been wearing their seatbelts, it would have been far worse.

But that was then. Today was the day they were going to run their first marathon together. Although they were best friends, both Sam and James wanted to outdo the other today. Their competitive spirit was strong. The other runners were almost irrelevant to them, almost as though they weren't there. Sam could feel the adrenalin rushing through his body. James was both excited and nervous. Would he make it to the end? And if he did, would he get there before Sam with his 'bionic leg'? That was the unknown factor. Would it make Sam slower or faster? He'd always felt that Sam was holding back when they were training. James was never convinced that Sam had really given it his all yet, and today he might just pull something quite remarkable out of the bag. He had his stubborn inner strength that had got him this far. He wasn't one for losing in life.

'All runners get ready on your marks - get set -go! With the crack of the starting pistol ringing in their ears, James and Sam flew forward like two bullets out of a gun.

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31. From the first paragraph we understand that Sam

A. had an injury that affected his breathing.

B. would never completely get over the shock of the accident.

C. regularly woke up from nightmares about the accident.

D. wasn't told the truth about his injuries by the doctors

32. . What do we learn about Sam's attitude towards James in the first paragraph ?

A. He resented the fact that James had left the scene of the accident.

B. He didn't understand how their injuries differed so greatly.

C. He believed that James was always luckier in life than him.

D. He became very emotional whenever he and James talked about the acciden

33. What does it refer to in line 32?

A. his disability

B. his blade

C. conquering his fear

D. his second chance

34. The accident was caused by

A. something beyond their control

B. Sam's dangerous driving.

C. James's imesponsible behaviour.

D. them runsing over a deer

35. What was the most important thing for both Sam and Jarnes before the race?

A. They wanted to finish it together.

B. Both of them wanted to beat all the other runners

C. They dider't want Sarn to be hurt by the other runmers

D. They both desperately wanted to beat each other.

36. What advantage did Sam have over James?

A. He had been the faster of the two in training.

B. His blade gave him a clear advantage.

C. James was unsure of what Sam wes really capable of.

D. James wasn't an emotionally strong person.

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Reading & Use of English

Holiday Memories

Four people talk about their holiday experiences.

Julie A

I was staying with my grandmother in Australia and she had realised that I was going crazy with boredom. She arranged for me to go on a guided walk through a beautiful part of the local countryside. Although I wasn't really the 'walking type', I was more than willing to do anything that might be a distraction from the long month's stay at Grandma's. Grandma assured me about the wonderful time we'd have tramping through the bush, the amazing wildlife we'd see and the perfect beach awaiting us at the end of the trek. I believed every word. I needed to as I was so bored. I went to join the rest of my group with an open mind, as Grandma had said they were sure to be young like me. However, the group turned out to be mainly wealthy pensioners enjoying their twilight years. Despite my misgivings, they all seemed quite happy to have me as the baby of the group. I wasn't entirely convinced that we'd have enough in common for the trip to really work for me, but Grandma had paid for it and so I was committed to the three-day 'adventure'.

Marcus B

We all considered our father to be slightly insane when he suggested an astrotourism holiday. This entailed camping out in the Welsh mountains for a week and spending our evenings and, in fact, all night if one wished, stargazing. The area has actually been granted International Dark Sky status. This means that it is officially a stargazing hotspot. There are only five other places in the world that have been given this status. After a bit of persuasion from my father, surprisingly my mother decided that he was right and it would be a romantic blast from the past just like when they used to go camping 'before the kids came along'. Of course, that didn't help me and my sister feel any more enthusiastic. Camping wasn't something that appealed to two teenagers. Not that we'd actually given it a go; we'd always stayed in luxury hotels or villas on our previous holidays. I must admit we put up a fair bit of resistance to the idea.

Andrew C

I had been looking forward to our fishing holiday for months, not because I was crazy about fishing. although I love being outdoors in the fresh air. No, it was more about spending some bonding time with my son, Adam. I wasn't sure how he would take to fishing for five days. We'd been many times for an afternoon and he'd quite enjoyed it, but five days was a whole different ball game. We stayed in a log cabin by the river. It was surprisingly well-equipped and made a cosy home for a few days. It had a log fire, which we cooked our toast on in the afternoon and we sat in front of it every evening and played cards or chess. That was a bit of a shock for Adam -no computer games for a week, but he didn't even seem to miss his laptop as much as I thought he would. The art of conversation that had completely disappeared from our house soon came back and I was pleasantly surprised at how much we had in common.

Debbie D

It really was the holiday of a lifetime. We went on a fortnight's safari to Zambia's South Luangwa National Park. We stayed in a luxurious lodge on the hilltop, and my sister and I had interconnecting rooms with our parents. This meant that we had privacy, but, in a way, we were all still together.

That was much nicer than the big family rooms that we had stayed in on holiday the previous year. The best part about it was that Jenny and I could stay up really late at night and sit on our balcony to watch the wild animals below us. Our parents didn't seem to realise that we were up so late every night, or at least if they did, they turned a blind eye to it.

Although I'd seen most of the animals at various zoos or on TV, nothing can prepare you for the thrill of being close to them in their natural environment. It felt like they tolerated us and were curious when we drove through in our jeep. I almost felt as though the roles were being reversed and we were there for their entertainment.

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PART 7

You are going to read an article about four people's holiday experiences. For questions 43 - 52, choose from the people (A - D). The people may be chosen more than once.

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Which person

wasn't convinced by one of their parents nostalgia? 43.

was desperate for something to do? 44.

felt like they were being observed? 45.

wanted to improve a family relationship? 46.

particularly liked the sleeping arrangemen? 47.

was surprised at how quickly someone adopted? 48.

tried to persuade their parents against a holiday? 49.

said their parents made extra alowances on holiday? 50.

was worried they wouldn't be made welcome? 51.

enjoyed cooking in a primitive way? 52.

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PART 1 Questions 1-8

You will hear people talking in eight different situations. For questions 1 - 8, choose the best answer (A, B or C).

Question 1

You will hear a teacher talking about a school sports day. PAUSE 2 SECONDS

Now, as you know it's sports day next Friday, so it's very important that everyone knows what's going on. You will all need to be changed and on the sports field for 1.30. Your class teacher will be with you, of course, and you will all have been informed by then which events you have been chosen to compete in. It's very important that your parents receive the sports day invitation this week, so don't put it in your bag and leave it there!

1. You hear a teacher talking about a school sports day.

What does she want the children to do?

A. choose an event to compete in

B. invite their friends to sports day

C. inform their parents of the day's events

Question 2

You will hear a professional boxer talking about his childhood. PAUSE 2 SECONDS

Well, if I'm honest, I was a problem child in that I'd got in with the wrong crowd. I grew up in a pretty rundown part of the city. There were lots of gang fights all the time and I was heavily into the gang scene. Well I had to be it was the only way to survive on the streets. I guess that's how I toughened up and learned to stand up for myself. On the other hand, I was definitely on the road to ruin, so joining the boxing club taught me discipline and respect. I guess you could say that it saved my life as it pulled me out of the gang and street-crime scene and gave me a respectable career. PAUSE 2 SECONDS Now listen again.

2. You hear a professional boxer talking about his childhood.

What does he say about the youth boxing club?

A. It made him the best fighter in his gang.

B. It made him respect the rival gangs more.

C. It saved him from a life of crime.

Question 3

You will hear a message on a telephone answering machine. PAUSE 2 SECONDS

Hi, Simon. It's Carol here. I just wanted to ask you about the match Saturday. Bob said he'd invited you to go with him and that you are going to give him a lift. My car is in the garage so would you have room for one more? I can't really complain. I've not spent a penny o that car for nearly a year now. Anyway, let me know if that works f you. Don't worry, if you haven't got room, I can always invite my brother along and get a lift that way. Speak to you later.

3. You hear a message on a telephone answering machine.

Why is the woman calling?

A. to offer an invitation

B. to make a request

C. to complain about something

Question 4

You hear the following on the radio.

Well, it was about halfway through the first half when a dog ran onto the pitch, tripping one of the players over as he did so. The player just sat on the ground laughing. The referee chased the dog around for a couple of minutes and both teams joined in trying to catch it. The crowd were all in fits of laughter. Then the referee blew his whistle and miraculously the dog came running to him and sat at his feet. No one knows who the dog belongs to, but it was so funny.

4. You hear the following on the radio.

What happened?

A. The game was interrupted.

B. A player was injured.

C. The referee's dog got on to the pitch.

Question 5

You hear two friends talking about a holiday they are planning.

M: We need to make a decision. We can't keep arguing about it.

F: I know. You're right. We both want a bit of action, don't we? I can't stand lying around a pool or on a beach all week.

M: Me neither. That's why I thought the watersports holiday looked like fun,

F: Well, yes, as long as it doesn't involve anything too dangerous. But, I am up for a bit of a challenge.

M: Don't worry. It's all supervised by expert instructors.

5. You hear two friends talking about a holiday they are planning.

What do they agree about?

A. They both need a rest.

B. They want to do something exciting.

C. They'll probably fall out on holiday.

Question 6

You will hear somebody talking about the Olympic village.

It's hard to describe the buzz you get from being in the Olympic village during the Games. The number of people wandering about was absolutely unbelievable crowds as far as the eye could see. It's amazing how the massive army of volunteers managed them all. There was always someone close by to give help and advice. The security must have been like a military operation but the incredible thing was you couldn't really see any obvious security anywhere. I guess they were all in civilian clothing so that they blended in with the crowd

6. You will hear someone talking about the Olympic Village.

What did they think of it?

A. The unpaid workforce made it a huge success.

B. It was far too crowded.

C. There were too many soldiers everywhere.

Question 7

You are going to hear part of a weather forecast.

With the London Marathon starting in about half an hour's time, the weather seems to have settled down a bit after last night's storm. The wind has certainly dropped, although there is a pleasant breeze. That's always good for the runners as the sunny conditions are not really what they need for such a difficult race. There is a chance of more heavy rain this evening but it won't be as bad as last night.

7. You are going to hear part of a weather forecast.

What will the weather be like this morning?

A. stormy

B. dry

C. very windy

Question 8

You will hear a conversation between a father and daughter.

M: It's just silly to buy these trainers. They are far too expensive, anyway.

F: But they look great.

M: They aren't proper running shoes. They are for indoor activities.

F: It's OK because I am not going to run in the rain and I can't see any others that I like.

M: The first pair you tried on were exactly what you need.

F: The other kids will laugh at me if I wear something so old-fashioned

M: Now you are being stubborn and ridiculous. The assistant told us that they were a new style that just came in last week.

8. You will hear a conversation between a father and daughter.

What is the problem?

A. The father can't afford to buy her new trainers.

B. They can't find the trainers that she needs.

C. The daughter isn't being practical.

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Now listen again. PAUSE 2 SECONDS

That is the end of Part One.

Now turn to Part Two.

PAUSE 5 SECONDS

You will hear a parachute instructor talking about the opportunity to raise money for charity by doing a parachute jump. For questions 9-18, complete the sentences with a word or short phrase.

You now have 45 seconds in which to look at Part 2.

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1- Interviewer M Man

I: Graham, tell us about the charity parachute scheme that you are running.

M: Well, it's a great opportunity to have an experience of a lifetime and raise money for your favourite charity. Our exciting skydiving scheme gives you the chance to do a tandem parachute jump for free if you raise a minimum of £400 in sponsorship. Just imagine the adrenalin rush, excitement, thrill and pride you will feel in taking part in an amazing tandem skydive.

On the morning of your jump you will have a 30-minute ground briefing on the equipment that will be used and how it works, as well as full information on exiting the aircraft, freefall and how to land safely.

Everyone worries about the actual jump but knowing how to land is crucial. Once you've been securely attached to an experienced tandem jump parachute instructor with a 4-point harness system, you will board the aircraft together.

Now, depending on weather conditions, the plane will normally fly to about 12,000 ft and then you exit and begin your freefall. After reaching speeds of approximately 120 miles per hour, your freefall will end at around 5,000 ft when the tandem instructor will open the main parachute. That's the most wonderful part of the entire experience.

After about 45 seconds of fast freefalling you get four to six minutes of gliding gently to your landing area. During these few minutes you'll experience a calm serenity and some amazing views. Now, it's important to mention that there are some restrictions as to who can skydive. The minimum age is 16 and jumpers must weigh less than 90 kilos. If you are over 16 but under 18, you must obtain your parents' or guardian's permission to take part. There is no upper age limit. However, anyone aged 40 or over will need to have their 'Declaration of Fitness' form signed or stamped by their doctor. There are also some restrictions in relation to certain medical conditions.

Full details are given on the fitness form that you will receive with your sponsor forms.

Other things to consider are the extra costs involved. Due to fuel prices being so unpredictable today, there is a surcharge on fuel. This is normally between £5-£25 and you will be advised about this when you book your jump. All jumps will be covered by public liability insurance, but this does not cover you for personal injury or death. It's also possible to have your jump filmed. Most centres have professional photographers who can capture your big moment on DVD or photo-graphically. The cost for this varies from £100-£180. It's worth checking what is available and how much it will cost when you register your jump. So, if you think a sponsored skydive is right up your street, why don't you check out our website, where you can set up an online sponsorship page that will enable your friends and family far and wide to sponsor you? Take a leap of faith and go for it. I guarantee it will be an experience of a lifetime.

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That is the end of Part Two.

Now turn to Part Three.

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Succeed in B2 First for Schools Practice Test 3

PART 2 Questions 9-18

You will hear a parachute instructor talking about the opportunity to raise money for charity by doing a parachute jump. For questions 9-18, complete the sentences with a word or short phrase.

Graham Davies - Parachute instructor

You won't have to pay for your jump if you raise a(n) (9) miniman d £400 for your charity.

It's extremely important to learn how to (10) safely.

The (11) affect how high the plane will fly.

After the main parachute opens, you will gently glide for about (12). minutes.

Parents or guardians need to give their (13) for seventeen-year-olds to skydive.

If you are over forty, a doctor needs to sign and stamp a (14). form before you can skydive.

Due to (15) .fuel prices these days, there is a fuel surcharge.

You are not insured if you die or suffer a(n) (16) .

You can have your jump recorded by (17) for £100 - £180.

Friends and family can sponsor you on your own (18) . sponsorship page.

You will hear five short extracts in which people are talking about sport and leisure. For questions 19-23, choose from the list (A-H) what each speaker says. Use the letters only once. There are three extra letters which you do not need to use. You now have 30 seconds in which to look through Part 3.

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Speaker 1

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I've been a personal trainer for just over five years now and I really love it. I started off working on reception in a gym. To be honest, the only reason I took that job was because I couldn't afford the gym membership fee, and by working there I had free access to all the facilities. After a few months, the gym funded my level 2 Fitness Instructing course and I became an instructor. It was a great team there but I soon realised that the real money was in personal training. The best thing about it is that there are very few overheads. The only real expense is a solid insurance policy in case one of my clients gets injured while under my care.

Speaker 2

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After being quite badly injured, I had to retire from professional basketball. I was only twenty-three at the time, so I had my whole working life ahead of me and I had to make a quick decision as to what to do next. With my parents' help and all sorts of part-time work, I managed to pay my way through college to become a Physical Education teacher. It's a great job, as the kids are full of energy. I get the most satisfaction from working with the kids that aren't academically gifted. They tend to lack confidence, and sport gives them a chance to excel at something, and gives them a sense of achievement. I've seen quite a few young lives turn around that would have otherwise, more than likely, turned to crime.

Speaker 3

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I wasn't really that interested in being in the school football team.

I just enjoyed kicking a ball around with my mates in the park. The trouble was that my best friends joined the team and so I had no one to play with because they always seemed to be at football practice. So, I thought, 'if you can't beat them, join them', and I took part in a trial for the team. The trials were quite tough but I got on really well and although I don't like to show off, I'm one of the school's best players now.

Speaker 4

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I've never been into competitive sports. In my free time I usually want to chill out and take it easy. I've got enough on my mind with all the exams I've got to take this year. Fishing gives me 'me time'. Time to be calm and collect my thoughts. I love the peace and quiet of it. It's the perfect break from all that revision. It does have its moments of action, though. When I get a bite from a fish and I'm pulling it in, I get a real buzz. I'm always careful not to hurt it, though, and I put it back into the river after. I never eat the fish I catch as I think that's cruel, and I'm a vegetarian.

Speaker 5

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The majority of people cycle because it's a relaxing activity and something you can either do on your own for peace and quiet or with friends. For me, though, it's something else. I'm into racing, big time! I love the speed of it and that rush of adrenalin when you overtake the rider in front of you. If someone overtakes me, though, I get very bad-tempered and I'd certainly never make way for them to get past. I've won lots of medals which I'm very proud of and I'm always trying to improve on my skills and fitness levels. I'd say that cycling is one of the best parts of my life.

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PART 3 Questions 19-23

You will hear five short extracts in which people are talking about sport and leisure. For questions 19 - 23, choose from the list (AH) what each speaker says. Use the letters only once. There are three extra letters which you do not need to use.

A It fulfils my competitive spirit.

B An unfortunate event turned out for the best.

C I could easily have turned to a life of crime.

D My employer funded my education.

E I've been accused of being quite dangerous.

F One of my clients was injured.

G I enjoy the contrast from my busy life.

H I felt a bit left out.

Speaker 1 19

Speaker 2 20

Speaker 3 21

Speaker 4 22

Speaker 5 23

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That is the end of Part Three. Now turn to Part Four.

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You will hear part of a radio interview with one of the organisers of the London Paralympic Games. For questions 24-30, choose the best answer A, B or C.

There will now be a pause of 1 minute for you to look through Part 4.

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M: Today I am very happy to welcome Sally Jones to the studio. Sally was part of the committee that organised and managed the London Paralympic Games. Sally, welcome to the show.

F: Thanks Jim, it's a pleasure to be here.

M: Sally, the London Paralympics were without doubt a milestone in disabled sports, weren't they?

F: Indeed they were. They were certainly the most successful Paralympic Games in history. They were an important step to bringing the subject of disabled sport to a much wider audience and the cover-age in the international media was huge. It was as though paralympic fever had grabbed the world and interest seemed as great as it had been for the able-bodied games.

M: Why do you think that was?

F: I think it's got a lot to do with a growing awareness of paralympic sports and more importantly the athletes themselves. The celebrity status of the Olympic Games has really begun to embrace the para-lympic athletes too as people appreciate their superhuman achieve-ments.

M: Tell us about the torch relay for the Paralympic Games.

F: The tradition of the Olympic flame goes back to ancient Greece. The history of the torch relay for the Paralympics is much shorter. It was first held in Seoul in 1988. in the London Paralympics, four tiames were lit in the four countries of the United kingdom - England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales. For me this was a particularly moving part of the Games as 580 torchbearers were involved, all people who had achieved something remarkable in their life. They weren't necessarily disabled however. When you heard their stories, you couldn't help but feel as though you wanted to do something out of the ordinary your-self.

M: What was the opening ceremony like?

F: It's always a nerve-wracking time when you are involved in such a big multi-national event. After years of organisation it was hard to believe that it had finally all come together so perfectly. The faces of the athletes lit up when they paraded around the stadium. There were lots of tears as the pure emotion of the night hit everyone. It was pure joy to be part of it.

M: How difficult was it to organise so many people?

F: Well, you'd think it would be almost impossible to communicate with all the different individuals and groups of people all over the world, wouldn't you? In reality that was all fairly straightforward thanks to modern technology and the power of the internet and satellite com-munication systems. Also when you think about it, most of that is free of charge too no expensive phone calls across the globe. I'm not sure that I wrote any letters during the whole process!

M: What for you, was the most challenging aspect of the Games?

F: The sheer volume of work meant that there was always so much to do every day and there wasn't much time to sleep, especially in the last three months. I could barely keep my eyes open by the end of the day. As soon as my head touched the pillow, I was out for the count.

M: Is there anything that you would handle differently?

F: It was bound to be an educational experience for everyone, no mat-ter how much experience we had in our individual roles. I probably should have delegated more. I guess I rather took on a bit too much because I was worried it wouldn't get done properly or on time.

M: To sum up Sally, what did you take from the whole experience?

F: Well, I did learn a lot about other people and different cultures and how many things in common we actually do have no matter where we come from. I also discovered qualities in myself that I wasn't aware of and the inspirational people I met along the way made me a much stronger person. I think I tend to look on the bright side of life more now. M: Sally, thank you for your time.

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That is the end of Part Four. There will now be a pause of five minutes for you to copy your answers onto the separate answer sheet. Be sure to follow the numbering of all the questions. I shall remind you when there is one minute left, so that you are sure to finish in time.

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You have one more minute left.

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That is the end of the test. Please stop now. Your supervisor will now collect all the question papers and answer sheets.

PART 4

Questions 24 - 30

You will hear part of a radio interview with one of the organisers of the London Paralympic Games. For questions 24 - 30, choose the best answer (A, B or C).

24. Why does Sally think the Paralympics have grown in popularity?

A. People found them more interesting than the Summer Olympics

. B. They have become more glamorous.

C. The media were more interested in the Paralympics than the Summer Olympics.

25. What did the torchbearers all have in common?

A. They were all athletes.

B. They were all ordinary people.

C. They were all inspirational people.

26. How did Sally feel at the opening ceremony?

A. overwhelmed by her feelings

B. surprised that they opened on time

C. Impressed by the light show

27. How did Sally communicate with people?

A. by a mixture of letters and phone calls

B. mostly online

C. with a special free Olympic telephone system

28. What was Sally's main problem?

A. She couldn't sleep because she was stressed.

B. She developed a problem with her eyes.

C. She was exhausted.

29. What criticism does Sally make of herself?

A. She takes on too much responsibility.

B. She doesn't like working with other people.

C. She takes too long to complete a task.

30. What does Sally think she gained from the experience?

A. a passion for sport

B. a positive attitude

C. a desire to travel and experience other cultures

PART 1

Questions 1-8

You will hear people talking in eight different situations. For questions 1 - 8, choose the best answer (A, B or C).

1. You hear a public announcement.

Why was the flight to Rome delayed?

A. A passenger lost their luggage.

B. The pilot had to wait for permission to take off.

C. A passenger was late for the flight.

2. You hear two friends talking on the phone.

Why did Jim phone Sue?

A. to cancel their holiday

B. to say he is going on holiday with a colleague

C. to rearrange their holiday

3. You hear someone talking about a hotel they stayed in.

What are they complaining about?

A. noisy builders

B. loud music from the disco

C. the breakfasts were served too early

4. Listen to this radio advertisement.

Who is the holiday suitable for?

A. parents

B. teenagers

C. families

5. You hear a man talking to his doctor.

What is his problem?

A. He's been bitten.

B. He's got food poisoning.

C. He's got sunburn.

6. You hear a woman talking.

What is her profession?

A. teacher

B. stewardess

C. doctor

7. You hear two people talking on a train.

Where are they going?

A. to work

B. to college

C. to a sports event

8. You hear a news item.

Where was the child?

A. at the ice cream stand

B. in a shady spot

C. in the sea

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You will hear a travel agent talking about a holiday offer to China. For questions 9-18, complete the sentences with a word or short phrase

You now have 45 seconds in which to look at Part 2.

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M:We are now offering our popular tour of China at an even cheaper price. It has been reduced from £2,490 to £2,290 per person, You will fly first class from Heathrow Airport to Shanghai. As this is an overnight flight, you will arrive refreshed in the morning ready for three days of sightseeing Shanghai is the largest city by population in the world, with a population of over 26 million. It also has the busiest container port in the world. You will have a guided tour of the Shanghai Museum, which has over 120,000 pieces of bronze, coins, ceramics, paintings and other artefacts. You can also buy some lovely souvenirs in the museum shop. On day four of your exclusive Chinese tour you will have the chance to go on a cruise on the stunning Li River. You will witness the breathtaking landscape of the river with its picturesque fishing villages. The river winds through China's countryside for more than 105 mies, moving through numerous, but not so beautiful, cities on its way.

The next day you will visit the amazing Seven Star Cave at Guilin and the adjacent park, which is home to two adorable giant pandas. In the evening we will watch the incredible display of the cormorant birds catching the fish as we dine in a top-class restaurant by the river. The fish dishes are a house speciality here..

Of course, no trip to China would be complete without a visit to one of the most important archaeological discoveries of the 20th century The Terracotta Warriors. The figures were created 2,000 years ago to accompany the first emperor of China to the afterlife. The warriors and their horses were meant to protect the emperor. The figures were discovered in 1974 by some local farmers when they were digging water wells. They are stil in perfect condition considering their age.

The figures vary in height, with the tallest being the generals, and they include warriors, chariots and horses. It is estimated that there are over 8,000 warriors, 130 chariots and over 600 horses. And, if the excitement of The Terracotta Warriors isn't enough, our last bu attraction that you will be visiting is The Great Wall of China. The wall stretches for approximately 8,850 km, which is made up of 6,259 km of actual wall, 359 km of trenches and 2.232 km of natural defense barriers such as hills and rivers.

Now, some practical advice about visiting the wall is important if you are really going to enjoy the experience to the full. We will take you to a-section that is not as crowded as the main tourist areas. You do need to wear warm clothes, as it is quite cool at the wall, and be sure that you wear solid walking shoes. The climb up is steep and the steps are very uneven in their depth and height. This makes for a challenge but it's well worth the effort. For those people who really would struggle to wak up the wall, don't worry because there is actually a cable car that will take you right up to the top, where you can enjoy the views.

This is, of course, if there isn't too much smog from the pollution of Being. So that is a quick summary of this fantastic tour of China. The tours do get filled pretty quickly so, if you are interested, you ought to reserve a place soon. You certainly won't regret it. Happy holidays !

PART 2 Questions 9-18

You will hear a mavet sporting about a holiday offer to China

For question 15, compts the sentences with a word or short phrase

The Grand tour of China You will have s good righ Heep on your (9) fligt to Shanghai

Mohan (10) people live in Shanghai

You will see many pretty (11) when you are on the LI River´.

The park at Gullin has two (12)

The terracotta warriors were made to protect the Emperor in (13) .

The warriors were found by local fammers when they were building (14)

The callest of the warriors are (15)

The Great Wall is made up of wall, natural barriers, such as trenches, and (16)

To climb up the wall you need to wear (17) on your feet.

You can travel up to the top of the wall by (18) if it's dificult for you walk.

PART 3

Speaker 1

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The hotel has been in our family for nearly forty years. I kind of inherited it from my father when he retired, although he still helps out a bit during the peak season, as does my mother. It's very much a family affair, as my wife is the chef and my sister works on reception. I really enjoy the fact that we work as a team to keep the place running perfectly and we get lots of returners year after year, so we must be doing something right. I really can't imagine doing any other job.

Speaker 2

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Funnily enough, I prefer it when we are really busy. I get more tired standing around waiting for customers than when I'm rushing about serving food. In the peak season breakfast is obviously really busy, and even though it's a three-hour breakfast service, everyone seems to come down at about the same time so it can be quite chaotic. Still, we usually cope well, although there is inevitably some odd mishap like an incorrect order or something getting dropped or taken to the wrong table.

Speaker 3

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What I like about my job is that if you think about it, I never have to go to work. That sounds silly, doesn't it? But what I mean is that I get on the trains and I stay on them all day. I chop and change trains as they get to their destination and then I go off on another one, checking passengers' tickets and dealing with general enquiries. Ever now and then I might get a fare-dodger. Most of them just pay up, bu occasionally you get an aggressive one and the rail security guys de with them at the next station.

Speaker 4

PAUSE 2 SECONDS I always wanted to be involved in the world of entertainment and there's a surprising amount of work on the cruises. People often don' think of cruising holidays as a way to get into showbiz, but it's a fantastic way to get experience on the stage. You also get talent scouts checking out the ships. There are quite a few people on TV or in theatre that started out on the cruises. Unfortunately, my lucky break hasn't happened yet but I live in hope.

Speaker 5

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People think I have an easy job on my chair all day on the beach topping up my tan and chatting to the holidaymakers. Actually it's an incredibly responsible and tiring job because you have to concentrate and be focused all the time. I'm constantly scanning the water to check that no one has got themselves into trouble. Little kids are always a particular worry, as one minute they are fine and then in a second a potentially dangerous situation might creep up on them. The sea can always be a threat to young children. On the whole, everyone has a good time on the beach, though, and I really enjoy my joh

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Questions 19-23

You will hear five short extracts in which people are talking about travel and tourism. For questions 19 - 23, choose from the list (A - H) what each speaker says. Use the letters only once. There are three extra letters which you do not need to use.

A I sometimes come across a criminal. Speaker 1 19

B Some people come and stay regularly. Speaker 2 20

C My job can be quite dangerous.

D Things don't always go exactly to plan at work. Speaker 3 21

E I'm aware how quickly accidents can happen. Speaker 4 22

F I took over the business when my father died. Speaker 5 23

G There's a chance my job could lead to greater things.

H I have a long commute to work.

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