USE OF ENGLISH

1. MULTIPLE-CHOICE CLOZE For questions 1-15, read the text below and decide which answer (A,B,C or D) best fits each gap.

Sydney’s Harbour Bridge

Our group fell silent at the base of a narrow steel ladder that rose vertically through the maze of 1. _________ at the south-eastern end of Australia’s Sydney Harbour Bridge. We 2._________ worried about the first part of the climb. Up to this point, our guided 3. __________ had been little more than a stroll, but now our task was to face the ladder. It must have been at least 50 feet high. There were 4. _________, and our safety belts would be 5. _________a cable to break a fail, but the prospect couldn’t have been more 6. __________. What 7. _______ at the top was stepping out on to the exposed upper arch of the bridge, with blue sky all round and the water almost 262 feet below. We 8. __________ found this out before 9. _________ what now seemed a 10. _________ reckless mission! My own fear of heights was extreme, but, on this sparkling morning, I saw no option but to climb to the 11. _________ of one of the world’s 12._________ icons — a miracle of engineering recognized by people everywhere. As I climbed, the tension 13. _________ me, and I was driven by an 14. _________ feeling of conquest. At the top, I dropped my 15._________ to the vast pool of the harbour below. It might just as well have been a millpond from this height. We stood on a small viewing deck in the warm sunshine, flushed with excitement and arms raised as our guide took a celebratory photograph.

1. A girders B bars C concrete D scaffoldings 2. A shouldn't have B needn’t have C can't have D ought to have 3. A walk B trip C tour D journey 4. A verandas B cross bars C handrails D drapes 5. A tethered to B stuck to C strapped around D plugged in 6. A great B enormous C challenging D daunting 7. A lied B layed C laid D lay 8. A would have B ought to have C must have D need have 9. A signing up to B embarking on C getting into D taking up 10. A singularly B uniquely C very D rarely 11. A pick B topple C summit D crown 12. A most-loved B mostly loved C much-loved D best-loved 13. A drained out of B let go of C took off D passed by 14. A excretiating B exhilarating C exacerbating D excruciating 15. A stare B glance C gaze D glimpse

2. OPEN CLOZE For questions 1—15, read the text below and think of the word which best fits each gap. Use only one word in each gap. There is an example at the beginning (0). People have always (0) _______ fascinated by the planet Mars. It has been the subject of countless science fiction films (1) _______ many years and now, with recent advances (2) __________ technology, has come a better understanding of this planet. It now seems that (3) ___________ the atmosphere on Mars is thinner than on Earth, (4) _______________ therefore unable to support life as we know (5) _____________ , the planet does share many characteristics with our own. Its surface is rocky (6) ____________ ours, days are almost (7) _______________ same length, and it has four distinct seasons. It also has winds, clouds and high mountains with volcanoes, one of (8) _______________ is three times as high as Everest. Huge cracks on the planet's surface suggest there (9) _____________ once channels, hundreds of miles wide and hundreds of feet deep, and water (10) __________ thought to lie under the planet's crust. However, there are some notable differences in (11) _______________Mars is smaller than Earth, much further from the Sun, and as a consequence, has far lower temperatures. Also, years are twice as long, and it has two moons. Probably the most significant difference is that (12) _____________ spacesuits it is impossible to breathe, but scientists are now developing schemes (13) _______________ give the planet a breathable atmosphere. Scientists believe that Mars was (14) ______________ always like it is today. It is thought that several thousand million years ago it was warm and lush, probably with a thick atmosphere. Today, Mars appears to be a lifeless desert with nothing (15) _______________ red sand, rack and rubble. However, its crust contains the six elements essential to life: hydrogen, oxygen, carbon, nitrogen, phosphorous and sulphur.

3. WORD BUILDING.

For questions 1-10, complete the blanks with words FORMED from the words given in BRACKETS. (10 points)

Giving it away Resisting the (0) ____temptation___ to buy is hard, be it a new outfit, TEMPT gadget or a little treat. Now guilty shoppers keen to get rid of (1) _________ purchases have a new option - simply give it WANT away online. As the name suggests, everything advertised on Freecycle must be free and whether it’s CDs, old jeans or even a few hours’ help in the garden, it’ll be (2)_________ to someone! VALUE Anyone interested just replies by email and the deal goes ahead. Freecycle is just one website which is playing an (3)_________ role ACT in reducing the amount of rubbish sent to landfill sites, through the (4)_________ of a more efficient form of PROMOTE

recycling —(5) _________ giving things to people who want them. SIMPLE The site is the (6) _________of Deron Real, CREATE an (7)_________ from Arizona, who started it as a list on ENVIRONMENT the Internet. Today it resembles a cross between an Internet auction house and a (8)_________ chain of charity shops. Beal says his GLOBE chief aim is to cut waste and help the environment. ‘I live in a beautiful desert area, ’ Real recently explained to (9)_________ ‘and In REPORT the middle of it you’ve got this hideous landfill, overflowing with good, reusable stuff.’ The Freecycle network now has over a million members throughout the world. So, if you want a (10)_________ good sofa, PERFECT and the owner lives nearby, it can be picked up rather than posted!

4. TRANSFORMATIONS

For questions 1—5, complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given. DO NOT CHANGE THE WORD GIVEN.

1. I want to know if you have finalised those delivery dates yet? ROUND

Have you .............................................................. those delivery dates yet?

2. Unfortunately, if there is a rise in interest rates, we shall have to increase our prices.

EVENT Unfortunately, ................................................................... a rise in interest rates, we shall have to increase our prices.

3. Somehow no one found out he had stolen the technical design from another

company. AWAY Somehow he................................................................ the technical design from another company.

4. Has anyone ever stolen your passport?

HAD Have..........................................................your passport stolen?

5. The issue will be investigated next week without fail. LOOKED The issue is........................................... next week without fail.

KEY USE OF ENGLISH TIME 60’ PART ONE. MULTIPLE CHOICE. Picture Imperfect

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PART TWO. OPEN CLOZE. Mars

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2. in 7. the 12. without

3. Although/though/ while/whilst

8. which 13. to

4. and 9. were 14. not

5. it 10. is 15. But/except/beyond/besides

PART THREE. WORD BUILDING. ARE YOU A RESPONSIBLE TOURIST?

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1. Unwanted 6. creation

2. Valuable 7. Environmentalist

3. active 8. Global

4. Encouraging 9. Reporters

5. Simply 10. perfectly

PART FOUR. TRANSFORMATIONS. For questions 1-5, complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given. You must use between three and six words, including the word given. (5 points)

6. I want to know if you have finalised those delivery dates yet? ROUND

Have you ..got round to finalising..... those delivery dates yet?

7. Unfortunately, if there is a rise in interest rates, we shall have to increase our prices.

EVENT Unfortunately, in the event of .... a rise in interest rates, we shall have to increase our prices.

8. Somehow no one found out he had stolen the technical design from another

company. AWAY Somehow he..managed to get away / got away with .. the technical design from another company.

9. Has anyone ever stolen your passport?

HAD Have...you ever had ....your passport stolen?

10. The issue will be investigated next week without fail. LOOKED

The issue is..to be looked into / is going to be looked into next week without fail.

PLEASE WRITE YOUR ANSWERS HERE. DO NOT WRITE ON THE SHADED AREA. NAME: ___________________________________ MARK: __________ / 45 USE OF ENGLISH TIME 60’ PART ONE. MULTIPLE CHOICE.

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PART TWO. OPEN CLOZE. Mars

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PART THREE. WORD BUILDING. Giving it away

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READING You are going to read a newspaper article. For questiors 1—7, cboose the answer (A, B, C or D) which you think fits best according to the text.

You are going to read a newspaper article. Six paragraphs have been removed from the article. Choose from the paragraphs A—G the one which fits each gap (1—6). There is one extra paragraph which you do not need to use.

C1 LISTENING You will hear part of an interview with Stan Levin, a dance critic, about a modern ballet production involving animals. For questions 1—6, choose the answer (A, B, C or D) which fits best according to what you hear. 1 We gather that the ballet being discussed here

A has received general critical acclaim. B has caused considerable controversy, C has not been well received on the whole. 2 It appears that the function of the dogs in the ballet is to... A reflect what happens to the human characters. B act as a contrast to the human characters. C show how wild animals behave in a civilised society. 3 How does Stan feel about the increasing use of technology in dance?

A He thinks this trend has gone too far. B He prefers more traditional approaches to dance. C He believes it is creating a new art form. 4 What aspect of the ballet is of greatest interest to audiences?

A the way the dogs behave during dance sequences B the way the dogs perform their tricks C the sight of the dogs in a pack D the way the dogs copy the actions of one character 5 What caused the Iapse in mood during the performance Stan saw?

A the inability of the dogs to concentrate B the audience’s unwillingness to accept the dogs C the inability of dogs and humans to work as a team 6 What do the dogs do during the performance?

A they perform acrobatic jumps B they put up an atmospheric show of their own C they are there to create a special feeling in the audience 7 What does Stand say about the function the dogs play in the performance?

A the dogs create the impression that they are an independent pack. B the dogs and the other elements in the show mingle C the bond between the dogs and the tramp needs to be improved

8 What aspect of the performance made the most powerful impression on Stan?

A the implicit potential for violence B the aggression shown by the dogs C the bond between the dogs and the tramp

Now listen to part of an interview about the film “The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel”. For questions 1—12 complete the sentences with a word or short phrase.

LISTENING: “The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel” The film is about people at the other end of lifespan: retirement. In recent years many seniors in America and in countries around the world have seen their savings (1)______________ What drew Patel in the project? Number one of Patel’s reasons was to avoid being (2)_______________ Patel says that most of his decisions are based on (3)_________/____________. In this film Pate’s character is described by Pate as being (4)_________________/_______________. In the film when the guests arrive, they soon discover that the brochure has been (5)__________________/______________________ and in reality it’s just a just a nightmare. The interviewer says that the plot of the film is not unique to India, but it has a kind of a (6) ______________/____________, But she goes on to accept the interesting context of a pull between tradition and modern age. When it come to the girl he falls in love with Patel says that his mother is (7)_______________/________________ Martin, the interviewer asks Patel if working with such a great cast was (8)__________________. And Patel answers that the auditioning had been great, and he was soon awarded this role. He then describes the other actors as the (9)______________/_____________ of people he’s ever met. PATEL: the most important thing we have to offer these children in slum of Mumbai is the (10) ____________/_________/_______________. When asked about his other famous film "The Last Airbender," Patel says that he was impressed by how his character becomes the hero of the show someone who could throw fire (11)________/________/_______/_________and things. Patel finally says that the story is about living life at any age and it's a really great story about (12)________________/____________

KEYS: LISTENING PART ONE:

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2 A

3 C

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5 C

6 C

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8 A

LISTENING PART TWO:

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2 typecast

3 gut instinct.

4 Annoyingly adorable

5 magnificently photo-shopped.

6 universal theme

7 completely disapproving

8 intimidating

9 coolest bunch

10 gift of education.

11 out of his hands

12 cherishing life

WRITING Choose one of the following questions 1 or 2 from each group A and B and write a composition GROUP A (150-200 words) 1. Imagine you spent a week in the hotel described above. Some of the claims were false. Write an email complaining about what you were unhappy with and explaining what action you would expect to be taken.

2. You are the secretary of the student council at the college where you are studying. The college is about to hold its first career day, when companies send representatives to talk to students and help them plan their future careers. You have been asked to write the text for a leaflet for students explaining what a career day is, why they should attend, and any other points you think necessary. GROUP B (about 300 words) 1. You are on the student committee at your college. This year you helped the English Department organise a study trip to Britain. The principal of the college has asked you for a report of the trip, with comments from your students and your notes. Then write your report, saying what was successful about the trip, and what wasn’t, and suggesting improvements for future trips.

USEFUL LANGUAGE

Introduction Why should you ... ? Because ... Wouldn’t you Like to ... Have you ever wanted to ... ? Now is your chance! Come to ... for the time of your life! Main body lf you want to ... , you will need Please bear in mind that You may be interested to know that Take this opportunity/chance to Conclusion Don’t forget to We are sure you will find (the experience) a useful one.

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