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Extreme Cellists

I Most string musicians are found in the orchestra at concert halls; not many cellists play while exploring cities or hiking through the countryside, but this is exactly what the Extreme Cellists do. This British trio claims to bring together extreme sport and performance art – usually cello music played outdoors – to raise money and awareness for various charities.

II All the group members are classically-trained musicians. Clare Wallace teaches music and sings. James Rees also teaches, while Jeremy Dawson works as a statistician in addition to singing in a cathedral choir. Not surprisingly, their website also lists the soccer teams they support!

III At their first appearance on Original Extreme Cello Day in 2003, the cellists climbed up a mountain to give their first performance, then down into a cave to deliver their second. Later, they arrived in the city of Sheffield and climbed up to the roof of a building for the third concert; they performed the fourth on a station platform, the fifth in a forest, and then played their last concert in a greenhouse in a city park. This is all even harder than it sounds because the musicians had to carry their cellos, each weighing about 13.5 kilograms, from venue to venue.

IV Other appearances followed quickly, giving the group a chance to play various classical works, as well as modern pieces by the Beatles and other contemporary musicians. The more challenging of their outings included trekking over 300 kilometres coast to coast, climbing the four highest mountains in the United Kingdom and performing on the top of each to raise money for the Mountain Rescue charity. The group has also played at all 42 Anglican cathedrals in England, often on the roof, and on every street appearing on the London Monopoly board.

V Who knows what these players will do next? Whatever it is, it will surely be a good way to raise money for worthy causes, pleasing listeners at the same time.

1 Choose the correct answer.

1. On the Original Extreme Cello Day, the trio … .

a. gave a total of five concerts in all b. stayed in Sheffield for all the concerts c. did not play inside any concert hall

2. The writer … .

a. expresses no opinion about the group b. admires the Extreme Cellists’ activities c. disapproves of the trio’s extreme performances

2 Decide if the following sentences are true (T) or false (F). Find evidence in the text to justify your answers.

…… 1. All the cellists play soccer for British teams.

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…… 2. The group has given concerts on 42 UK mountains.

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…… 3. The trio has performed on a number of London streets.

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3 Complete the sentences.

1. Group members have been trained .................................................................................................. .

2. The type of music played by the trio varies from ............................................................................ .

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4 Answer the question.

What is the ultimate aim of the group?

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5 Find words or expressions in the text that mean the same as:

1. knowledge (paragraph I) ………………………

2. names (paragraph II) ………………………

3. difficult (paragraph IV) ………………………

4. good (paragraph V) ………………………

6 Write a composition of about 100-150 words. Choose ONE option.

1. Write a review of a musical performance that you have heard live or on a recording.

2. Should extreme sports be banned? Explain why or why not.


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Players at Risk?

I More than 20 years ago, Daniele Tognaccini, athletic coach of AC Milan football club, wrote an essay at university about “The use of computing in modern physical training programming”. It is therefore not surprising that in 2002, his team was the first to start using a new computer program designed to predict and reduce player injuries.

II Working with the company Computer Associates, Milan have developed a program that analyses data about the team’s 50 or so players: their injury history and recovery time; their performance, diet, biochemistry, skeleton structure and weight distribution. Additional information, such as the number of calories in players’ meals, is entered into the program in real time, allowing it to predict which players are most at risk in any given game.

III Today, when big sport is big business, the value of the program is obvious. Teams pay millions of euros for top players and do not want to see them sitting on the side due to injury. Players, too, benefit from the system: by knowing how their body systems are functioning, says the Milan team psychologist, they will be able to improve their attitude and performance.

IV The program has been very successful for Milan: muscle injuries declined from 41 to three in a period of two years, with overall player injury reduced by 91%. However, the system isn’t foolproof; players may still get hurt with unpredictable injuries, such as a ball hitting the head. In addition, there is the issue of security; rivals could achieve a significant advantage if they gained access to a club’s statistics. To counter this threat, Milan have established strong online security, and the site housing the computers is protected by armed guards, with biometric checks at entry points. Finally, the system is expensive, although exact amounts have not been revealed.

V Computer Associates expects interest in its computer technology to spread dramatically. Will such programs, however, come close to the success rate achieved by Paul the Octopus, who gained fame during the 2010 World Cup? Paul correctly predicted the outcome of all seven of the matches played by Germany (his home country), as well as choosing Spain as the eventual winner.


1. The data used by the program … . a. includes information about players’ body shape b. must all be re-entered before each game c. is entered by approximately fifty different people

2. One advantage of the system is that … . a. teams will pay less money for their top players b. team psychologists will have more work c. the players’ attitudes will be more positive

2 Answer the questions.

1. Why is it not surprising that AC Milan were the first team to use the new computer program?

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2. What are the disadvantages of this program?

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…… 1. Online access to the system is very secure.

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…… 2. Paul the Octopus indicated that Spain would win the World Cup.

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4 Rewrite the following sentences without changing the original meaning.

1. New information is entered into the program by the experts.

The experts ...................................................................................................................................... .

2. Additional information is entered into the program, allowing it to predict which players are most at risk.

Additional information which .......................................................................................................... .


1. in danger (paragraph II) ………………………

2. the best (paragraph III) ………………………

3. perfect (paragraph IV) ………………………

4. result (paragraph V) ………………………


1. If you were a team player, would you like to know your predicted success rate? Why or why not?

2. It is argued that football is the most popular sport in the world. In your opinion, what makes football so popular?


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A Man Without Money

I You may complain that you don’t have enough money, but could you live without any money at all? This is what Mark Boyle has done.

II Mark studied economics at university and then went on to manage various organic food companies. However, he felt that even environmentally-friendly businesses were not doing enough for the environment and decided that he would have to make radical changes in his life in order to make a difference in the world. He believed that people would be less wasteful if they had to cultivate their own food and make their own furniture, so he decided to adopt this lifestyle.

III In 2008, he moved into a caravan on an organic farm. He often ate whatever he could find, grew his own food and cooked it over a fire. He brushed his teeth with crushed fish bones that he mixed with seeds, and he even used old newspaper instead of a toilet roll. His home was heated by wood, and his laptop and phone were powered by the sun. He travelled by bike and wore clothes that people had thrown away.

IV As he reached his second moneyless year, Mark was happier and healthier than he had ever felt before. He claimed to miss nothing, except perhaps a pint of beer with friends in the pub; in fact, Mark was so enthusiastic about his new lifestyle that he decided to establish a moneyless village. Ironically, it will be funded by money earned by his book, The Moneyless Man: Why I Live Without Money.

V Of course, living without money may not suit everyone. However, most people might want to stop and re-evaluate their lifestyle with Mark’s favourite quotation from the ancient Greek philosopher, Epicurus, in mind: “If you want to make a man rich, do not add to his wealth but subtract from his desires.”


1. Mark decided to make a difference in the world by … . a. studying economics b. changing his lifestyle c. eating organic food

2. Mark mostly ate food that … . a. people gave him b. he grew c. was uncooked


…… 1. Mark bought organic toothpaste.

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…… 2. Living without money had a bad effect on his health.

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…… 3. A moneyless village will be set up using money Mark earned from his book.

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1. Why is it ironic that the village will be funded from Mark’s book?

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2. Why do you think Mark favours the quotation by Epicurus?

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1. Mark studied economics at university and then went on to manage organic food companies.

Mark managed organic food companies after .................................................................................. .

2. His laptop and phone were powered by the sun.

The sun ............................................................................................................................................ .

3. Living without money may not suit everyone.

It’s not suitable ................................................................................................................................ .

5 Find words or expressions in the text that mean the opposite of:

1. reject (paragraph II) ………………………

2. kept (paragraph III) ………………………

3. not excited (paragraph IV) ………………………


1. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of Mark’s moneyless lifestyle.

2. Write a review of a book that you have read recently.


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Pet Airways I Most commercial airlines are fairly similar in appearance and service. In Business Class, food may be tastier, seats

wider and attention more personal, but otherwise there is little variation. However, one new company has revolutionised commercial air travel.

II Until 2009, pet owners who needed to fly with their pets had to place the animals under their seat or send them as cargo along with their suitcases. Dan Wiesel and Alysa Binder, owners of a dog called Zoe, found this unacceptable, and as a result, they set up Pet Airways. Established in 2009 for pets only, Pet Airways flies its passengers to several destinations within the United States. It uses planes that have been specially modified to accommodate animal carriers in a temperature-controlled and well-lit cabin. Animals – dogs, cats and some smaller animals – are monitored by trained attendants every fifteen minutes during the flight, and given “bathroom breaks” when necessary.

III Pet Airways requests information on the breed, height and weight of the pet when reservations are being made, so that an appropriately-sized carrier can be prepared. It also requires proof of the animal’s good health and vaccinations. At least one hour before the flight, pets must be taken to the check-in desk with their luggage – one small bag is allowed. And while owners may supply a towel or T-shirt with their scent to comfort their pet, the airline prohibits tranquillisers, as these may be dangerous to the animal’s health. Similarly, owners are advised not to feed pets for four hours before a flight, and only water is offered on board. During the journey, owners can track their animals’ location, which is regularly posted online. Pets may be picked up in the airline’s lounge 30 minutes after landing.

IV The cost of a journey varies according to length and other variables, but a typical one-way ticket is $250, which compares favourably with the approximately $100 that other airlines take to fly animals in less comfortable conditions. This payment includes insurance, and pets may even join a travel scheme offering special discounts and free air miles.

V Pet Airways has been well received not only by pets and their owners, but also by airline executives and vets, who mention the comfort and safety provided for the animals. Some also point out the reduction in travel-related stress – that of the pets and their owners!


1. Passengers on the new airline … . a. may fly to any destination worldwide b. include all animals who need to travel c. are placed in special carriers for the flight

2. Animals on Pet Airways flights … . a. should be checked in an hour before the flight b. may not send any luggage c. should be tranquillised before the plane takes off

3. Pet Airways … . a. charges about $100 per flight b. provides insurance for pets c. does not give fare discounts


…… 1. Flight attendants are allowed to take a break every 15 minutes.

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…… 2. Owners must prove that their animals are healthy.

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…… 3. During the flight, pet owners can see online where their animals are.

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1. One new company has revolutionised air travel.

Air travel .......................................................................................................................................... .

2. Pets may be picked up after landing.

Pets may be picked up after the plane .............................................................................................. .

4 Complete the sentences using the information given in the text. Use your own words as far as possible.

1. Pet Airways uses cabins ................................................................................................................... .

2. It is advised that pets not be ............................................................................................................. .


1. put (paragraph II) ………………………

2. checked (paragraph II) ………………………

3. smell (paragraph III) ………………………

4. price (paragraph IV) ………………………


1. Describe the advantages and disadvantages of owning a pet.

2. Would you prefer to own a dog or a cat? Explain your reasons.


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Visiting the Unusual

I Most visitors to the United States plan to see New York’s Statue of Liberty, California’s Golden Gate Bridge or the Grand Canyon. However, there are many other unusual places of interest for the curious traveller, of which the following are just examples.

II If you are interested in the supernatural, you might want to visit the Oregon Vortex, situated at Gold Hill, Oregon. The vortex is a circular area over 50 metres in diameter that lies partially underground. It is known for distorting the height of people standing within it: this means that people seem taller or shorter as they move around. They also appear to be leaning at a 7.5-degree angle even when they think that they are standing straight. Balls seem to roll uphill in the vortex and a broom appears to be standing up by itself. Scientific explanations rely on optical illusions, or some abnormality in magnetic fields, but not everyone agrees: Native Americans were terrified of the area they called “The Forbidden Ground” and could not persuade their horses to enter it. Adding to the effect is “The House of Mystery”, an old mining building that moved to a weird angle soon after it was built in 1904. It is supposedly haunted by the ghost of John Lister, a settler who spent a lot of time in the area trying to work out its mysteries.

III You may also enjoy a visit to Carhenge, located in Alliance, Nebraska. As its name suggests, it was inspired by Stonehenge in England. However, instead of huge stone columns forming circles, this structure is made up of cars. Intended to honour his father, artist Jim Reinders found 38 old cars, sprayed them grey and erected them in a circle measuring about 29 metres in diameter. Officially opened in 1987, the site now includes other car sculptures that are painted a variety of colours.

IV So if you are planning a trip to the US, remember that with a bit of research, you can find many unusual sites that will make your trip a memorable one.


1. The Oregon Vortex … . a. is not located in Oregon b. lies about 50 metres underground c. is circular in shape

2. Which is NOT an illusion created by the vortex? a. People appear to change height as they walk around. b. People seem to stand straight even when leaning. c. Balls look as if they run uphill.

3. Carhenge … . a. is a circle constructed of old grey cars b. was copied by the builders of England’s Stonehenge c. now stands alone on the site in Alliance, Nebraska


…… 1. The writer believes that curious visitors may find unusual sites to visit.

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…… 2. There are no rational explanations for the phenomena at the Oregon Vortex.

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…… 3. Carhenge was built by the father of the artist, Jim Reinders.

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3 Rewrite the following sentences without changing their original meanings.

1. The area is known for distorting the height of people standing within it.

The area is famous because ............................................................................................................. .

2. Native Americans could not persuade their horses to enter the area.

The horses ........................................................................................................................................ .


1. very interested in knowing something (paragraph I) ………………………

2. located (paragraph II) ………………………

3. turn over and over (paragraph II) ………………………

4. discover (paragraph IV) ………………………


1. Describe an interesting place you have visited in your own country or abroad.

2. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of visiting an unusual tourist site.


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Crowdfunding

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Suppose you’ve got a great idea – for a product, a CD or perhaps a restaurant. In order to turn the dream into a reality, you will probably need lots of money. In the past, you probably would have asked a wealthy person or a company for financial support. Today, however, your best chance to get a donor may be to consult the Internet.

In a new phenomenon called “crowdfunding”, creative individuals publicise their projects on the Internet, where they also ask for small financial donations. The donors may provide funds for free or ask for something in return. This may be a percentage of the potential profits or something more immediate, such as a sample of the product. Often, if the project is not completed within a specified amount of time, the donation must be returned.

The use of crowdfunding for creative projects became successful around 2008. Its success is partly due to the popularity of social networking sites which allow donors to check out the individuals who ask for funds. In addition, donors can help to ensure the success of their projects by publicising them over the Internet. Today, there are several crowdfunding sites matching donors and creators, and they often specialise in one particular area, such as the music or fashion business. And there are many satisfied users: Jeneen Terrana, for example, raised money for her CD album by baking treats for investors. Another example is Melissa Maples, who is using crowdfunding to finance a book of photographs of Turkey. She has promised her donors a financial reward when her project is finished.

One advantage of this system is that creators can judge which projects are likely to become popular by seeing which ones actually attract investors; this means that they do not waste time developing ideas that will have little appeal. In addition, crowdfunding helps creative individuals develop their ideas without having first to convince big establishments like record companies of their talent.

Many people now think that the future of creative industries lies in crowdfunding. Perhaps your dream of a company, novel or film will become a reality if you too turn to the Internet for funds.


1. In the past, turning creative ideas into reality … . a. was impossible b. was only for the wealthy c. was possible with financial support

2. Crowdfunding Internet sites … . a. are especially popular in the music industry b. allow creators to find people who are willing to invest c. helped Jeneen Terrana to meet Melissa Maples

3. Which is NOT given as an advantage of crowdfunding? a. It saves time for the people who have got a creative idea. b. All creations are popular. c. Big companies will not make decisions about people’s ability.


…… 1. Donations are always given for nothing in return.

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…… 2. There is often no time specification for the project.

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1. Another creator is Melissa Maples; she is financing a book of photographs.

Melissa Maples ................................................................................................................................ .

2. This film may succeed if the creator uses crowdfunding.

This film may not succeed ............................................................................................................... .

4 Choose the correct meaning for each word.

1. wealthy (line 2) a. famous c. important b. rich d. intelligent

2. funds (line 5) a. money c. items b. ideas d. workers

3. check out (line 9) a. socialise with c. learn about b. work for d. criticise

4. appeal (line 16) a. use c. size b. attraction d. humour


1. If you were a business person, what types of business would you invest in? Why?

2. Write a letter describing a project that you would like people to invest in.


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Mobile Phone Literature

I It’s no surprise that due to technological advances such as cable TV and computer games, young people are reading less today than teens read 20 years ago. However, in South Africa, a new initiative is actually using technology to encourage young people to read.

II In South Africa, more than half the families don’t own any leisure reading material, and only seven per cent of schools have a functioning library. Some effort has been made to get computers into more schools, but even then, each pupil will only have about 30 minutes’ access a week. However, according to a recent survey, most youngsters do own mobile phones, and this has inspired aid worker Steve Vosloo to launch a campaign called Mobile for Literacy, or m4Lit, which publishes full-length novels on mobile phones.

III The first 20-page story, called Kontax, appeared in English and isiXhosa, an African language, in October 2009. By April 2010, it had been read by more than 33,000 phone users, and organisers received about 4,000 texted comments. Teens were also encouraged to take part in writing competitions, and to suggest new ideas, characters and plots. As a result, more books were published, some of which aim to help youngsters deal with the real issues in their lives such as drug use, teen pregnancy and HIV/AIDS. The stories are free, although phone users are charged for receiving pictures, bringing the cost to between 5 and 9 cents per chapter.

IV The success of the m4Lit project has led to the creation of additional schemes to keep young people reading; Yoza, for example, is a mobile library collection of these m-stories. It not only presents work by local writers but will also publish stories sent in by the teens and there will be competitions with prizes.

V So it seems that in South Africa at least, on-screen rather than on-paper reading is the way of the future. Teens may soon be asking each other, “Have you been texted any good books lately?”


1. In South Africa, … . a. more than half of the population doesn’t read b. under ten per cent of schools has a library c. every student in the country uses a computer half an hour a week

2. Mobile for Literacy … . a. is a campaign to promote mobile phones b. is a 20-page novel written by Steve Vosloo c. is available in two languages

3. Yoza … . a. led to the creation of the m4Lit project b. was created by famous South African writers c. gives teens a chance to publish their stories


…… 1. Readers sent in about 33,000 texts about the novel in the first half-year.

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…… 2. Organisers want teens to share their ideas.

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…… 3. Phone users will have to pay a small amount to receive pictures.

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1. How were teens involved in the project?

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2. How can reading these novels help teens?

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1. A new initiative is actually using technology to encourage young people to read.

By using technology, ....................................................................................................................... .

2. The success of the m4Lit project has led to the creation of additional schemes.

Additional schemes .......................................................................................................................... .


1. motivate (paragraph I) ………………………

2. start (paragraph II) ………………………

3. participate (paragraph III) ………………………

4. at no cost (paragraph III) ………………………


1. Write a review of a novel you have read recently.

2. In what other ways do you think mobile phones will be used in the future?


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Olympics in Cyber Space

I For most popular sports, there is usually one important competitive event that makes champions: tennis has Wimbledon, football has the World Cup, while a gold medal at the Olympics is every athlete’s dream. But what about cyber athletes, people who, for example, play football on the video screen rather than out on the pitch? Well, for them, one of the main tournaments is the World Cyber Games (WCG), which has become the “Olympics” for video gamers.

II Starting in Seoul, South Korea, in 2001, the games have been held annually in different cities worldwide. Like the actual Olympics, competing nations send teams to represent their own country. The matches, supervised by official referees, are held in a large hall where players are seated in a circle in front of video monitors. The games are varied and include fun titles such as Guitar Hero 5 and Warcraft III, but this is all taken very seriously because of the possibility of winning a quarter of a million dollars or gaming equipment.

III Over the years, the games have grown in popularity; by 2010, over 400 competitors arrived from 58 different countries in Europe, America and Asia, and the athletes were cheered on by thousands of spectators. Although the United States is considered an important participant since so many game developers are located there and because English is the universal language of gaming, one of the favourites in 2010 was the Ukrainian team.

IV However, many of the best players come out of Asia. This may be because competitive gaming is extremely popular there, especially in South Korea. Three cable channels are devoted to cyber games, and there are ten professional leagues throughout the country. As a result of this interest, successful players receive the same attention as sports heroes or rock stars in the West. They earn high incomes, too, with top players earning in excess of $100,000 a year.

V The World Cyber Games use the motto “Beyond the Game”. For some sponsors, like Microsoft, this may refer to the opportunity to try out experimental software. For players, however, it probably refers to the skill they bring to the games and the thrill of playing.


1. The World Cyber Games … . a. takes place every four years b. is held annually in Seoul c. is in a different city every year

2. In the year 2010, … . a. players from three different continents attended the games b. each country was allowed to send 58 players to the WCG c. the games proved to be less popular than in previous years

3. The writer mentions participation by the following countries EXCEPT … . a. United States b. England c. Ukraine


…… 1. The WCG are part of the Olympics.

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…… 2. The games are in many languages.

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…… 3. The Ukrainian team participated in the 2010 WCG.

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1. Official referees ............................................................................................................................... .

2. Winners of the WCG ....................................................................................................................... .

3. Thousands of spectators ................................................................................................................... .

4 Answer the question.

Why are there successful cyber game players in South Korea?

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1. aspiration (paragraph I) ………………………

2. increased (paragraph III) ………………………

3. more than (paragraph IV) ………………………

4. test (paragraph V) ………………………


1. In your opinion, should cyber games be considered a sport? Why or why not?

2. Do you think that athletes deserve to earn huge sums of money? Explain why or why not.


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Origami: More Than Art

I When paper was invented in China around 2,000 years ago, people began to fold it into two- and three-dimensional shapes. This custom spread to Japan in the 6th century, but was not widely practised in the West until the middle of the 20th century. Today origami – from the Japanese words ori (to fold) and kami (paper) – is well-known as a hobby and method of art. It uses folds of flowers, animals, objects and people to decorate cards, gifts, Christmas trees and more.

II But origami is not only decorative; it is also important in education and therapy. For example, it helps patients to improve their hand coordination. It is also used to help people with emotional and mental illnesses. Because only a piece of paper is needed, people don’t become stressed when starting origami. Furthermore, the materials are not expensive, so there is no stress about making mistakes. Moreover, it is safe because no sharp instruments are involved. In addition, origami promotes hand-eye coordination and a willingness to listen and follow instructions. It also helps patients open up to each other or a therapist. And because origami models range in difficulty, everyone can manage something, leading to a sense of accomplishment.

III Origami has also been used to teach academic subjects. For example, following origami instructions means interpreting symbols in sequence, which is essential for reading. And in mathematics, easy folds teach students about shapes like squares and triangles, while three-dimensional models help the understanding of more advanced concepts. In fact, origami sekkei, or technical origami, where folds are programmed on computer before being done by hand, has been used by engineers to design various everyday items. For example, the way that automobile airbags are folded was inspired by the folds of an origami insect, while the circuit board of mobile phones was modelled on an origami turtle.

IV Lastly, origami is also environmentally-friendly, because any recycled paper can be used. In fact, the paper you are looking at right now could be turned into a bird, a plane, or even, by a really skilled folder, into Superman!


1. What is NOT given as an advantage of origami therapy? a. It is safe. b. It helps people make friends. c. It doesn’t create stress.

2. Origami therapy may be used to … . a. encourage communication among patients b. teach patients how to give clear instructions c. promote good listening skills among therapists

3. Some engineers … . a. learned advanced mathematics to create some folds b. developed an origami insect based on airbag folds c. used computers in the new field of technical origami


…… 1. The Chinese knew about origami around 2,000 years ago.

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…… 2. In the present, origami is not considered to be a form of art.

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…… 3. Origami is not an expensive hobby.

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…… 4. The writer believes that all origami models are easy to make.

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1. The custom spread to Japan. It became popular there.

The custom ...................................................................................................................................... .

2. This paper could be turned into Superman by a really skilled folder!

A really skilled folder ..................................................................................................................... !


1. How can origami be used as decoration?

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2. What do the origami insect and turtle have in common?

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1. moved (paragraph I) ………………………

2. differ (paragraph II) ………………………

3. very important (paragraph III) ………………………

4. advanced (paragraph IV) ………………………


1. Describe a hobby that you find interesting or unusual.

2. In your opinion, should art be compulsory in schools? Why or why not?

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Vocabulary


1. The family decided to face / hire a large car for the trip.

2. Mary loved the souvenir / scenery in the desert.

3. It was difficult climbing the rocky / flat mountain.

4. I can’t hear you because it is very deserted / noisy in the room.

5. The most interesting travel arrangements / landmarks are in the centre of the town.

2 Match A to B to form sentences.

A B

1. The policeman warned us …… a. good roads.

2. Jane painted a colourful picture …… b. for the hotel in Istanbul.

3. I made a reservation …… c. you must study hard.

4. If you want to achieve good marks, …… d. so he doesn’t understand English.

5. This rural area doesn’t have …… e. to stop driving fast.

6. The journey will be long, …… f. that won a competition.

7. He is from a foreign country, …… g. so bring some food.

3 Complete the sentences with the words and phrases below. Make any necessary changes.

unpredictable • guided tour • go abroad • guide • local • sandy • steep • travel arrangements

1. Mr Parker often …………………………… for work. Last month, he went to France.

2. When we came back from the beach, Mum told us to leave our …………………………… shoes outside.

3. The weather is very …………………………… in the spring. You never know when it might rain.

4. My friends and I are going on a …………………………… of Paris next month.

5. The child couldn’t walk up the …………………………… stairs, so his father carried him.

6. Our …………………………… community centre has interesting activities.

7. We are going on holiday. My brother is responsible for the …………………………… .


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4 Choose the correct continuation.

1. This room is crowded. a. There are very few people here. b. There are too many people here.

2. Jean is a very lively girl. a. She talks a lot. b. She is very quiet.

3. Young people like to live in an urban area. a. They want to live in the city. b. They want to live in the country.

4. Be careful of that hostile dog. a. It likes to be with people. b. It likes to bite.

5. The band’s performance was impressive. a. I thought the band played very well. b. I thought they were terrible.

5 Complete the sentences with the phrasal verbs below. Make any necessary changes.

set off • watch out • take off • turn back • give up • run out of

1. The class …………………………… on the school trip at 7.00 this morning.

2. Dad sent me to the shops because we …………………………… sugar.

3. I …………………………… ! I don’t understand this homework.

4. Jerry didn’t want to …………………………… , but he was too tired to continue walking.

5. The weather was bad so our plane …………………………… two hours late.

6. …………………………… for hot pots while you are cooking. You may get burnt.

6 Replace the words in bold with the words below. Make any necessary changes.

route • exotic • remote • peaceful • accommodation

1. We looked for a hotel room when we got to Rome. ……………………

2. There is a new way to get to the shopping mall. ……………………

3. This flat is too far away. I want a place that is closer to the city centre. ……………………

4. This park is very quiet in the late afternoon. ……………………

5. The supermarket sells strange and unusual fruits from Asia. ……………………


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Grammar


1. Charles … the car at the moment.

a. is washing b. washes

2. … your friends with their homework in the afternoons?

a. Are you helping b. Do you help

3. Slow down! You … too fast.

a. are driving b. drive

4. My brother … to sleep before midnight.

a. isn’t going b. doesn’t go

5. Where … the school bus in the morning?

a. is Marty catching b. does Marty catch

2 Write sentences with the words given and the verbs in brackets. Use the Present Simple or

Present Continuous.

1. to lock / Peter / never / the door / . (forget)

............................................................................................................................................................

2. you / why / ? (cry)

............................................................................................................................................................

3. the / always / they / evening newspaper / . (buy)

............................................................................................................................................................

4. friends / my parents / tonight / . (not visit)

............................................................................................................................................................

5. her sister / tomorrow / Anne / the cinema / . (take)

............................................................................................................................................................

6. dinner / Mum / every Saturday / . (not make)

............................................................................................................................................................

3 Complete the sentences with the verbs in brackets. Use the Past Simple or Past Continuous.

1. The teacher …………………………… (leave) the room while the students …………………………… (do) a test.

2. The dog …………………………… (sleep) when the thief …………………………… (enter) the house.

3. I …………………………… (get) dressed when my boyfriend …………………………… (ring).

4. Andy …………………………… (see) us while he …………………………… (run) in the park.

5. Jake …………………………… (stop) working when he …………………………… (break) his leg.

6. We …………………………… (watch) a film on television when Mark …………………………… (arrive).


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4 Choose the correct time expression.

1. My friends play basketball … .

a. twice a week b. a week ago c. tomorrow

2. Did you finish your homework … ?

a. at the moment b. last night c. every day

3. The dog … wakes me up in the morning.

a. on Tuesdays b. always c. last Tuesday

4. The telephone is ringing … .

a. now b. yesterday c. every evening

5. It began to rain … Kate was driving.

a. when b. sometimes c. while

6. Does the department store … have a sale in January?

a. today b. usually c. every Monday

5 Complete the sentences with the verbs in brackets. Use the Present Simple, Present Continuous,

Past Simple or Past Continuous.

1. Lucy 1. …………………………… (go) to Aspen last month. Unfortunately, she 2. …………………………… (break) her leg while she 3. …………………………… (ski) and she 4. …………………………… (have) to come home early.

2. Pete 1. …………………………… (have) a party on Saturday night. 2. ……………………………

he …………………………… (invite) you?

3. Steffi is late. I 1. …………………………… (not wait) for her any more because

I 2. …………………………… (not want) to miss the beginning of the film.

4. I 1. …………………………… (watch) my favourite TV show when the phone 2. …………………………… (ring). I 3. …………………………… (decide) not to answer it,

because I 4. …………………………… (love) that TV show and I 5. ……………………………

(not want) to miss anything!


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Vocabulary

1 Circle the word that doesn’t belong.

1. escape • firefighters • rescue workers • accident

2. terrified • stay calm • screamed • fear of

3. brave • hero • rescue • health

4. alive • safe • bored • lucky

5. satisfied • worried • frustrated • exhausted

2 Choose the correct continuation to show that you have understood the meaning of the words in bold.

1. Liz is terrified of … . a. getting up in the morning b. snakes

2. Put on … to keep warm before you go outside. a. a heavy coat b. a bathing suit

3. The teacher praised the students when they … . a. did well in the test b. failed the test

4. My keys are missing from my bag. a. I know where I put them. b. I can’t find them anywhere.

5. The coach was irritated by … . a. the team’s performance b. the evening meal

6. Brad and Ellen were injured when … . a. a car hit them b. they went to hospital

3 Complete the sentences with the words and phrases below.

relieved • trapped • emergency landing • crew • eventually • realised • reached

1. We drove for three hours before we …………………… a town with a hospital.

2. The pilot made an …………………… because of an engine problem.

3. The young mother was …………………… when the police found her lost child.

4. Michelle …………………… that Tim wasn’t interested in her when he stopped phoning.

5. The train was very late but …………………… it arrived at the station.

6. The cat was …………………… in the tree, so Will climbed up to bring it down.

7. The ship’s …………………… was waiting to welcome us.


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4 Replace the words in bold with the words and phrases below.

victim • screamed • stayed calm • be scared of • on his own • passengers

1. The people who were riding on the bus complained about the uncomfortable seats.

……………………………

2. The little girl fears the dark and loud noises. ……………………………

3. Alan solved the problem by himself. ……………………………

4. When the fire started, the office workers didn’t get upset. They left the building quietly.

……………………………

5. The person who was attacked was an 80-year-old woman. ……………………………

6. Becky shouted in a high voice when she saw a mouse in her room. ……………………………


1. The concert was excited / exciting. We loved every minute!

2. Peter was confused / confusing by the instructions. He had to ask his teacher to repeat them.

3. This cake is the most amazed / amazing thing I have ever tasted.

4. When are you interested / interesting in visiting us?

5. Kate was thrilled / thrilling when Andrew asked her to marry him.

6. Driving in the heavy snowstorm was a frightened / frightening experience.


A B

1. The man risked his life to save the girl …… a. an hour after the plane had left.

2. The news reports natural disasters …… b. when he went into the burning building.

3. We searched the whole neighbourhood, …… c. Sandra cry.

4. How did you manage …… d. like earthquakes and hurricanes.

5. The shocking news made …… e. to save so much money from your summer job?

6. They reached the airport …… f. but we couldn’t find our cat.


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Grammar


1. Judy left / has left the building an hour ago.

2. Did you have / Have you had time to visit your grandparents lately?

3. I didn’t like / haven’t liked the book that I read for my English project.

4. The children were / have been tired after the hike on Saturday.

5. The company didn’t hire / hasn’t hired a new secretary yet.

6. How long did they know / have they known each other?

2 Write sentences with the words below. Make any necessary changes. Use the Present Perfect Simple or

Past Simple.

1. already / for the evening / the shop / close

............................................................................................................................................................

2. my sister / to buy / yesterday / a new pen / forget

............................................................................................................................................................

3. miss / the film / we / the beginning / just / of

............................................................................................................................................................

4. 2009 / not see / Jake / his cousins / since

............................................................................................................................................................

5. to work / not take / they / last week / the car

............................................................................................................................................................

3 Complete the sentences with the time expressions below.

just • since • for • yet • never

1. My family has owned this shop …………………… 1982.

2. I’ve know Terri …………………… six years.

3. I’ve …………………… been to the USA. I’d love to go!

4. Have you had lunch …………………… ?

5. Oh, no! We’ve …………………… missed the bus.


1. The dogs stopped / had stopped barking by the time the police came / had come.

2. Did you turn off / Had you turned off the stove after you finished / had finished cooking?

3. John heard / had heard the news before he read / had read it in the newspaper.

4. No one enjoyed / had enjoyed the party because Andrew forgot / had forgotten to bring the music.

5. By the time the technician called / had called, my brother fixed / had fixed the computer.


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5 Write questions for the answers below. Pay attention to the words in bold. Use the Past Simple,

Present Simple or Past Perfect Simple.

1. ............................................................................................................................................................

Yes, she has just signed a new contract.

2. ............................................................................................................................................................

I walked to school because I need the exercise.

3. ............................................................................................................................................................

The singer had sung two songs alone.

4. ............................................................................................................................................................

Yes, all the students passed the test.

5. ............................................................................................................................................................

The basketball team won the game last night.

6. ............................................................................................................................................................

They have lived in the house for three years.

6 Complete the sentences with the verbs in brackets. Use the Past Simple, Present Perfect Simple or

Past Perfect Simple.

1. Larry’s parents …………………………… (give) him money for his birthday last month. Larry …………………………… (just buy) a new bicycle with the money.

2. By the time the train …………………………… (arrive), many people …………………………… (come) to the station.

3. We …………………………… (sell) all the tickets for the party yesterday, but the girls …………………………… (not decorate) the room yet.

4. …………………… Steve …………………… (send) the letter before he …………………………… (talk) to his boss?

5. Marie …………………………… (not stop) crying since Graham …………………………… (leave) town.


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Vocabulary


1. Tom shut down his computer. a. Then he went home. b. Then he started to write an e-mail.

2. Sherrie is making progress on the project. a. She has done a lot of work. b. She hasn’t managed to do any work.

3. That ring is very valuable. a. It’s made of plastic. b. Don’t lose it!

4. Judy is a very considerate person. a. She often insults her friends. b. She always cares about her friends.

5. I reminded my brother to wash the dishes. a. He had forgotten to do them. b. He had already washed them.


A B

1. Mel has put on a lot of weight …… a. that it fits into my schoolbag.

2. My new laptop is so small …… b. that she is moving to New York.

3. The students conducted the experiment …… c. and now she can’t wear her clothes.

4. Dad spread the blanket on the floor …… d. in the chemistry lab.

5. Jean’s latest news is …… e. so the baby could lie there.


download music • environmentally-friendly • foolproof • out-of-date • search engine • no longer

1. Most teenagers …………………………… instead of buying CDs in a music shop.

2. Don’t buy this shirt. It is …………………………… because it’s last year’s fashion.

3. Paper bags are more …………………………… than plastic bags.

4. It is quiet in our area because our neighbours …………………………… have their noisy dog.

5. The easiest way to find information on the Internet is to use a …………………………… .

6. We have a …………………………… plan to surprise Anne on her birthday. She’ll never guess.


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1. The instructions for the camera are very creative / complicated.

2. Why don’t you start up / fight to the car while I lock the door?

3. My computer occurred / crashed because of a virus.

4. The breakthrough / coast was too far to walk to. We had to take the car.

5. The group stored information / came up with new ideas to improve the company.

6. This jacket isn’t very practical / long-lasting for the snow. It won’t keep you dry.

5 Replace the words in bold with the words below.

reliable • personal • innovative • famous • user-friendly

1. Don’t read my diary. It is private. ……………………

2. When you need help, you can always ask Henry. He is someone you can depend on.

……………………

3. It is always exciting to meet a well-known person. ……………………

4. I work for a company which invents new and different products. ……………………

5. Don’t panic! This computer program is easy to understand and use. ……………………


deal with • set on fire • dangerous • efficient • accurate • convenient

1. The children accidentally …………………… the house …………………… when they played with matches.

2. Karen is an …………………… secretary. She makes a list of daily tasks when she comes to work.

3. The results of the last experiment were more …………………… than the first experiment.

4. Speeding on the road is very …………………… to other drivers.

5. The police are trying to …………………… the growing violence at football games.

6. My flat is in a …………………… place, close to the bus stop and supermarket.


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Grammar


1. I am going to take / will take the six o’clock train. I’ve already got a ticket.

2. Take an umbrella. I think it is going to rain / will rain today.

3. I’m angry with Alan – he won’t help / isn’t going to help clean the house.

4. My parents promised that they are going to lend / will lend me the money.

5. Jennifer is going to wear / will wear a pink dress for the wedding.

2 Write questions for the answers below. Use a future tense. Pay attention to the words in bold.

1. ............................................................................................................................................................

Yes, they will save a place for you.

2. ............................................................................................................................................................

We are going to go to Paris on holiday.

3. ............................................................................................................................................................

John will get the message after school.

4. ............................................................................................................................................................

Yes, it will be too early to visit Cathy.

5. ............................................................................................................................................................

Isabel will have tea because she doesn’t like coffee.

6. ............................................................................................................................................................

Yes, Burt is going to work for his father.


1. Three days from now, I … on the beach in Turkey.

a. will have sat b. will be sitting

2. I’m sure Eric … for the test this evening.

a. will be studying b. will have studied

3. You’ll see them soon. In two weeks, they … any more.

a. won’t be travelling b. won’t have travelled

4. Our boss … us a salary rise by March.

a. will be giving b. will have given

5. Robert and Marie … at the cinema by the time we get there.

a. will be waiting b. will have waited

6. … for a job this time next year?

a. Will Jason have looked b. Will Jason be looking


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4 Complete the sentences with the verbs in brackets. Use the Future Continuous or Future Perfect Simple.

1. I want to borrow your history book tonight. …………………… you …………………… (use) it?

2. In another 30 minutes, the students …………………………………… (finish) the test.

3. Richard …………………………………… (receive) the letter by now.

4. They …………………………………… (sleep) at nine o’clock, so don’t phone them.

5. Let’s meet later. I …………………………………… (come) home from work by then.

6. By the end of summer, the children …………………………………… (go) to the beach about ten times.

5 Complete the sentences with the words in brackets. Use a suitable future tense. There may be more than

one possible answer.

1. We …………………………………… (not buy) a new car next week.

2. The dancers …………………………………… (perform) ten dances by the end of the performance.

3. James …………………………………… (return) the library books by tomorrow.

4. …………………… the street lights …………………… (go) on later?

5. …………………… Sandra …………………… (throw away) all her old clothes?

6. The teacher …………………………………… (make) an announcement in five minutes.

6 Write sentences with the words following each sentence. Use a suitable future tense. There may be more

than one possible answer.

1. Nick has special plans for the weekend.

in the mountains / he / hike

............................................................................................................................................................

2. Zack doesn’t want to leave before he finishes.

complete / by / he / seven o’clock / his homework

............................................................................................................................................................

3. The sun is shining and it’s very hot today.

take / a hat / I / sunscreen / and

............................................................................................................................................................

4. Kate loves classical music.

her / buy / we / a disc / for / her birthday

............................................................................................................................................................


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Vocabulary

1 Choose the correct answer to show that you have understood the meaning of the words in italics.

1. A shy person likes / doesn’t like going to parties.

2. Jason does / doesn’t do what other people want because he is very stubborn.

3. Brad is very muscular because he often / occasionally goes to the sports club.

4. Cathy always / never says good morning because she is a cheerful person.

5. My sister is quite petite, so she can / can’t reach that high shelf.

6. If you enjoy doing extreme sports, you must be an energetic / a generous person.

2 Complete the sentences with the phrases below.

average height • perfect match • good-looking • give it a chance • make friends • tie the knot

1. Thomas hopes that he will …………………………… at his new school.

2. My sister can’t stop talking about a …………………………… boy she met yesterday.

3. Rosa doesn’t like her new job but she has decided to …………………………… .

4. Gina and Mark have decided to …………………………… . They’re getting married in June.

5. Anthony and Kate broke up last week. I guess they weren’t a …………………………… .

6. Derek dreams of being a basketball player but he is only …………………………… .


1. I think that this arrangement / relationship of flowers is lovely.

2. A person that you don’t know very well is a fiancé / an acquaintance.

3. Is there a relative / possibility that it will rain on Saturday?

4. Daniel is busy on Friday night because he has a date / decision with Fran.

5. Daisy has been on a diet. That’s the reason she is so slim / selfish.

6. You have been so moody / outgoing lately. Is anything wrong?


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A

1. Everyone needs a close friend

2. The description of the thief

3. Adam wants to start the new research,

4. Jane is engaged to Steven

5. The partners couldn’t work out their problems

B

…… a. and the wedding is planned for June.

…… b. so they closed the business.

…… c. matched the information that the police had.

…… d. but he needs his professor’s agreement.

…… e. for help and support.

5 Replace the words in bold with the words and phrases below. Make any necessary changes.

get along • keep in touch • claim • doubt • take after

1. I don’t believe anything that Linda tells me. ……………………………

2. They stay in contact by sending e-mail messages. ……………………………

3. The child says that it is true that the lost dog belongs to him. ……………………………

4. The children are very similar to their mother. They all have blond hair and blue eyes. ……………………………

5. My sister and I don’t have any disagreements. ……………………………


single • get to know • go out • fall in love • married • couple • relatives • friendship • happiness

1. When Bob was 1. …………………………… , he liked to 2. …………………………… to clubs and

restaurants with his friends. Now that he is 3. …………………………… to Alice, he prefers to

spend time with her.

2. I 1. …………………………… with my girlfriend when we were at school. We 2. …………………………… each other while we were studying for our tests in the library. We have

been a 3. …………………………… for four years.

3. My 1. …………………………… with my cousins is very important to me. Although I only meet my 2. …………………………… at family celebrations, the short time I spend with them gives me a lot

of 3. …………………………… .


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Grammar


1. John … leave at eight o’clock because he has to catch the train.

a. might b. must c. may

2. You … help your sister in the kitchen. Mum wants you to do it.

a. may b. can c. ought to

3. In the past, people … travel long distances quickly.

a. couldn’t b. shouldn’t c. didn’t have to

4. … I close the window? I’m cold.

a. Must b. May c. Should

5. The doctor says that Bram … go to school. The other children will get ill.

a. mustn’t b. might not c. couldn’t

6. Oliver … speak French, English and Spanish.

a. ought to b. must c. can

2 Rewrite the sentences. Replace the words in bold with a suitable modal.

1. My grandfather isn’t able to hear well.

............................................................................................................................................................

2. You aren’t allowed to wear flip-flops in the gym.

............................................................................................................................................................

3. I have to finish this project today.

............................................................................................................................................................

4. Jennifer is allowed to stay out until midnight.

............................................................................................................................................................

5. I think it’s a good idea that we finish our homework early.

............................................................................................................................................................

3 Complete the sentences about Thomas with the modal perfects below.

could have • should not have • must have • might not have • should have

1. Thomas didn’t come to the meeting. He …………………………… forgotten about it.

2. I …………………………… reminded him about it, but I decided not to.

3. The boss …………………………… called Thomas at the start of the meeting, but he didn’t have time.

4. Thomas …………………………… written the date in his work diary. Maybe that’s why he forgot.

5. Thomas has missed meetings in the past. He …………………………… done it again!


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4 Match the sentences in A with the responses in B.

A

1. Sharon is tired in the morning.

2. Jack failed the last maths test.

3. The visitor forgot her umbrella.

4. The boys left the kitchen in a mess.

5. We were waiting for Andrew but he didn’t come.

6. Look, my shoe broke.

B

…… a. Marie can return it to her tomorrow.

…… b. You ought to buy a new pair.

…… c. He might have called to let us know.

…… d. He should have asked the teacher for help.

…… e. She must try to go to bed early.

…… f. They might not have had time to clean up before they left.

5 Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verbs in brackets. Add a modal or modal perfect.

1. The dog made a mess on the floor. You …………………………………… (take) him for a walk.

2. I feel ill. …………………… I …………………………… (leave) the classroom?

3. The neighbours aren’t at home. I’m not sure, but they …………………………………… (go) away for the weekend.

4. My leg is broken. I …………………………………… (play) football.

5. Donna didn’t come to the party last night. She …………………………………… (forgot) it was Jack’s birthday.


1. Eric woke up late on Saturday morning. He 1. must have / should have / could have set the alarm

clock because he had plans. He had promised to help Charlie repair his bicycle. Eric is very good

with his hands and he 2. can / should / must repair anything that’s broken. But Eric is very lazy.

His friends know that you 3. might / can / must be patient if you want him to help you.

2. The children 1. must have / should have /couldn’t have eaten all the cake. I have nothing to offer

my guests tonight! I 2. could / mustn’t / don’t have to call my husband and ask him to buy a cake at

the supermarket, but I know that I 3. shouldn’t / couldn’t / might not phone him when he’s in a

meeting.


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Vocabulary

1 Choose the correct answer to show you have understood the meaning of the words in bold.

1. She’s out of work now. a. She left at 5 o’clock. b. She hasn’t got a job.

2. I didn’t recognise Paula. a. She’s cut her hair. b. She hasn’t changed.

3. Jake’s opinion influenced me. a. I changed my mind. b. I still think I’m correct.

4. Lori was upset when she saw her test mark. a. She got a low score. b. She did very well.

5. I’m going to exchange the belt my parents gave me. a. I’ll give it to a charity shop. b. I want a black one instead.

2 Complete the sentences with the words below and the correct form of make or do.

plans • money • (one’s) best • an appointment • the shopping • a favour

1. She …………………… some …………………… last summer, but not enough to buy a car.

2. He forgot to buy eggs when he …………………………… .

3. I promise that I’ll …………………… my …………………… to be there on time tomorrow.

4. There’s no need to …………………………… at the clinic.

5. I haven’t …………………… any …………………… for the weekend.

6. John …………………… me …………………………… and helped me paint my room.


A B

1. I can’t afford …… a. to see if they’re the right size.

2. Try them on …… b. these. They’re expensive.

3. I don’t earn …… c. so I’ll look for something cheaper.

4. These don’t fit …… d. enough money to go abroad every year.

5. These cost a fortune, …… e. very well. I need a bigger size.


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4 Complete the passages with the words and phrases below.

SHOPPING IN THE CITY

sensible • the latest styles • brand names • outstanding

The best place to shop for 1. …………………………… is Clothing Warehouse. They sell all

the well-known 2. …………………………… at incredibly low prices, and have an 3. …………………………… selection of sizes for everyone. You’ll find everything here

from 4. …………………………… coats to party clothes.

second-hand • appreciate • brand-new • bargains • discounts • customers

For real 5. …………………………… on new laptops and cameras, go to J&H Electronics. 6. …………………………… from all over the country 7. …………………………… the

expert advice they get at J&H. In addition to 8. …………………………… merchandise, J&H

also sells 9. …………………………… items at huge 10. …………………………… .


1. A painting / kitchen appliance is a useful gift.

2. It usually makes us feel bad / good when someone ignores us.

3. A talented person has very little / a lot of ability.

4. People often pay more / less for a status symbol.

5. A customer buys / sells something in a shop.


on sale • a luxury item • price tag • out of fashion • a rip-off

1. That shop doesn’t put a …………………………………… on anything – because everything is £2!

2. This isn’t …………………………………… . It’s a necessity.

3. These were …………………………………… ten years ago, but now they’re trendy again.

4. That concert was …………………………………… ! It was expensive and the band was terrible!

5. We only paid £5 for these! They were …………………………………… .


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Grammar


A B

1. Unless we go to the shops today, …… a. we wouldn’t get a special discount.

2. We would be upset …… b. we’ll miss the year-end sales.

3. We wouldn’t buy these today …… c. if they weren’t a good deal.

4. If we didn’t work in the shop, …… d. you won’t get the special discount.

5. If you don’t work here for at least 20 hours a week, …… e. if we missed the year-end sales.

2 Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verbs in brackets. Use the first or second conditional.

1. Jack …………………………… (be) disappointed if he isn’t in the team.

2. I …………………………… (not go) to see that film if I were you. It’s not very good.

3. Unless Jane …………………………… (get) here soon, she’ll miss the beginning of the show.

4. I …………………………… (not ask) for his help unless I really needed it.

5. She …………………………… (not sleep) well if she has coffee now.

6. They would call us if they …………………………… (have) time to see us.


1. I wouldn’t have come late if I had remembered that this was a surprise party. a. I’m so glad I arrived on time. b. I’m so sorry I was late.

2. Jeff would have paid for our lunch if we had let him. a. It was nice of him to treat us to a meal. b. We didn’t want him to pay for the meal.

3. She wouldn’t have seen the film if we hadn’t recommended it. a. She enjoyed it, actually. b. It’s a pity she didn’t go to see it.

4 Complete each sentence according to the meaning of the original sentences. Use the third conditional.

1. I forgot my camera, so I didn’t take any photos.

If I …………………………………… my camera, I …………………………………… some photos.

2. It snowed last weekend, so we went snowboarding.

We …………………………………… snowboarding if it …………………………………… .

3. I didn’t answer the phone because I didn’t hear it ring.

If I …………………………………… the phone ring, I …………………………………… it.


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5 Complete the sentences so they logically follow each original sentence. Use the words in brackets and the

first, second or third conditional.

1. I didn’t feel well yesterday, but I went to school.

If there .............................................................................................................................................. .

(not be / an exam / I / not go)

2. I’m sure William is waiting to hear from you.

If I .................................................................................................................................................... .

(be you / I / write / to him / today)

3. Dan hasn’t exercised enough lately.

In my opinion, he ............................................................................................................................. .

(have / more energy / if / he / exercise / more often)

6 Complete the e-mail with the verbs in brackets. Use the first, second or third conditional.

Dear Aunt Lucy,

Thanks for the bag you sent for my birthday. I love it! How did you know what I wanted? If you 1. …………………………… (give) me money, I 2. …………………………… (buy) the same thing!

On Saturday night, my best friend is having a big party for me. If everybody we’ve invited 3. …………………………… (come), I think there 4. …………………………… (be) about 50 people!

Mum agreed to make the cake – she makes the best chocolate cake in the world! If I 5. …………………………… (be) you, I 6. …………………………… (try) to be here on Saturday

night – it’s going to be great! Thanks again for the wonderful gift!

Love,

Joni


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Vocabulary

1 Choose the correct answer to show you have understood the meaning of the words in italics.

1. Jennifer was quite relaxed / tense during the gory film.

2. The lesson was so dull that I almost fell asleep / laughed loudly.

3. I had to read the subtitles because the film was in a foreign language / my native language.

4. The woman was arrested for driving too fast / stopping at a red light.

5. The play is worth seeing because the actors are terrible / very good.

6. Justin is very independent and always / rarely asks for help.


1. Andrew is … to win the race.

a. clever b. determined c. realistic

2. We didn’t enjoy the party. It was very … .

a. disappointing b. entertaining c. breathtaking

3. What a wonderful film! Everyone agrees that it’s a real … .

a. let-down b. waste of time c. box-office hit

3 Complete the sentences with the words below. Make any necessary changes.

leader • star • pride • release • right • distrust

1. You have no …………………… to tell me what to do.

2. My school has great …………………… in the arts programme that we study.

3. I don’t remember the name of the actress who …………………… in the film.

4. The …………………… of my youth club asked everyone to come early to the meeting.

5. Most people …………………… liars.

6. When Shelley …………………… the dog, it ran away from the house.

4 Replace the words in bold with the words and phrases below.

make it to • viewers • cast • impossible • unhappy • unnecessary • hilarious

1. You asked me to do something that is not able to be done. ……………………

2. Mother says that washing the car was not needed because it is going to rain. ……………………

3. The newspaper says that our team will get a place in the finals. ……………………

4. The actors in the play practised for four months before the play opened. ……………………

5. This television programme is very funny. ……………………

6. The audience didn’t enjoy the film and many left in the middle. ……………………

7. They are sad about the news you gave them. ……………………


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A B

1. The tour guide led the group …… a. because I left my lunch at home.

2. The critics hated the film …… b. if you know it’s going to rain.

3. It is ridiculous to plan a picnic …… c. that the audience clapped for ten minutes.

4. There was a minority of pupils …… d. through the streets of Paris.

5. I need to share your food …… e. because it was long and boring.

6. He gave such a wonderful performance …… f. who didn’t want to volunteer.

6 Complete the sentences with the words below.

based on • disadvantage • event • success • plot • disappointing

1. Hardly anyone came to the …………………… . It was …………………… because we had

worked so hard.

2. The …………………… of this book is very confusing. I don’t think that there will be a film

…………………… the book in the future.

3. One …………………… of being very tall is that I have very little …………………… in finding

clothes that fit.


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Grammar


1. John … home from school because he felt ill.

a. sent b. was sent

2. The tables … by the students.

a. are being set up b. are setting up

3. Everyone … at once because there is a fire.

a. must leave b. must be left

4. … Kim … her purse again?

a. Has … been forgotten b. Has … forgotten

5. The tickets … for by my boyfriend.

a. will pay b. will be paid

6. The dog … that mess on the floor.

a. may have made b. may have been made

2 Complete the sentences with the correct passive form of the verbs in brackets.

1. The students complained because they …………………………………… (give) just ten minutes to complete the exercise.

2. Bart’s car …………………………………… (fix) by the mechanic right now.

3. …………………… the window …………………… (break) by the boy next door yesterday?

4. Your homework …………………………………… (should finish) before you go to bed.

5. The toys …………………………………… (put away) before the guests arrived.

3 Rewrite the sentences in the passive. Omit the agent when possible.

1. Has he told Emily the reason for the argument?

............................................................................................................................................................

2. Someone put the photos on Facebook.

............................................................................................................................................................

3. She won’t teach Chapter 4 in class next week.

............................................................................................................................................................

4. These men didn’t steal the jewels.

............................................................................................................................................................

5. Our chef makes delicious meals.

............................................................................................................................................................


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4 Complete the sentences with the verbs in brackets. Use the causative form.

1. We don’t have time to paint the room. We …………………………… it ……………………………

(decorate) by professionals.

2. I …………………………… the shopping …………………………… (deliver) because it was

very heavy.

3. Robert can’t answer the phone now. He …………………………… his hair

…………………………… (cut).

4. Debra was unhappy with the skirt she bought, so she …………………………… her money

…………………………… (refunded).

5. My friends are staying with me this week because they …………………………… their house

…………………………… (paint).

5 Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verbs in brackets. Use the active or passive.

1. The airport …………………………… (close) because of the snowstorm. People

…………………………… (wait) in the terminal for hours.

2. Ron always …………………………… (lose) three or four umbrellas every winter. Last week, his

umbrella …………………………… (leave) on the train.

3. The girls …………………………… (not understand) why the shop ……………………………

(not open) at nine o’clock.

4. Your seats at the restaurant …………………………… (save) until eight o’clock. After that, anyone

…………………………… (can take) them.

5. How …………………………… Jason …………………………… (pay) his rent now that he is out

of work? His rent …………………………… (pay) by his parents.

6. Janet …………………………… (study) Chinese at college this year. Chinese

…………………………… (teach) all over the world now.

7. The protesters …………………………… (stand) in the middle of the road when they

…………………………… (attack) by police dogs.

8. I …………………………… (collect) money for charity next week. It ……………………………

(give) to the poor the following week.


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Vocabulary

1 Circle the word or phrase that does not belong.

1. raise money • drop out • charity • donate

2. support a cause • take action • charge • protest

3. slums • crime • violence • marriage

4. queue • inequality • ignorance • hunger


1. The nicotine in cigarettes is a harmless / harmful substance that destroys your health.

2. Joe carried the heavy box for the teacher. He is a helpful / helpless person.

3. Ellen is a careless / careful driver who does not pay attention to the road signs.

4. My friends from London called to wish me happy birthday. What thoughtless / thoughtful people!

5. My computer is so slow that it is useless / useful to me.


jobless • poverty • hide • sign a petition • rent • hopeless • drugs

1. My brother is looking for a room to …………………………… near the university.

2. My daughter …………………………… my car keys and now I can’t find them.

3. The doctor sadly told the family that the situation was …………………………… .

4. Andrew was …………………………… for six months before he began working in our office.

5. There are many places in the world where people live in …………………………… and the government does nothing.

6. We heard a lecture at school about the dangers of taking …………………………… .

7. I love dogs and that’s why I …………………………… for a law to protect animals.


alone • elderly • spot • make sure • beautiful • worthless

1. Stop here. I’ve just seen the house we are looking for. ……………………………

2. This necklace is made of plastic. It has no value. ……………………………

3. The old people need help in their daily lives. ……………………………

4. Did you check that we turned off the lights before we left the house? ……………………………

5. Carrie wants to share her flat. She doesn’t want to live by herself. ……………………………

6. Matt only dates attractive girls. ……………………………


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A B

1. Sam decided to move …… a. that they will find the murderer.

2. My company’s prejudice against women …… b. and we will have to use our car to get to work.

3. Grandad helped my little brother overcome …… c. has kept me from getting a better position.

4. The police are hopeful …… d. because he had noisy neighbours.

5. The bus drivers may go on strike …… e. his fear of the dark.


successful • end up • unemployment • demonstrations • volunteer • peaceful

1. Although Jeffrey studied to be an engineer, he …………………… teaching maths.

2. Our new house is in a very …………………… area, with no buses or trains.

3. Janet dreams of being a …………………… model and earning a lot of money.

4. The president said that …………………… among young people is the government’s biggest problem.

5. My best friend wants to …………………… in Africa for a year before she goes to university.

6. The news on television showed the workers’ …………………… against low wages.


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Grammar

1 Choose the correct answer in reported speech.

1. “Cindy took the baby to the doctor yesterday.” a. He said that Cindy had taken the baby to the doctor the day before. b. He said that Cindy took the baby to the doctor the day before.

2. “The game will be over soon.” a. The coach said that the game would be over soon. b. The coach said that the game will be over soon.

3. “I don’t want your help.” a. Tom said that he doesn’t want my help. b. Tom said that he didn’t want my help.

4. “Were they sleeping during the film?” a. My boyfriend asked if they had been sleeping during the film. b. My boyfriend asked if they were sleeping during the film.

2 Rewrite the sentences in reported speech. Make any necessary changes.

1. “Jim hasn’t visited me for a long time.”

Tony said that ....................................................................................................................................

2. “The party will begin at eight o’clock.”

The girls said that ...............................................................................................................................

3. “Open your books, please!”

The teacher told the students .............................................................................................................

4. “The biscuits are baking in the oven.”

Mum said that ....................................................................................................................................

5. “Let’s ask Matt to bring a pizza.”

Karen suggested .................................................................................................................................

6. “My family has already been to Paris.”

The man told the travel agent that .....................................................................................................


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3 Complete the sentences with the correct verb and reported speech. Make any necessary changes.

1. “I’m the best student in the class,” Bob said.

Bob boasted / reminded ...................................................................................................................

2. “The neighbours made a lot of noise,” Janice said.

Janice complained / admitted ..........................................................................................................

3. “Don’t use my computer!” the boss said to her secretary.

The boss warned / suggested ............................................................................................................

4. “Please buy a newspaper,” Guy said to Daniel.

Guy told / threatened .......................................................................................................................

5. “I will punish you the next time you are late.”

Dad threatened / ordered .................................................................................................................

6. “We didn’t invite Larry to the meeting.”

The girls boasted / admitted ............................................................................................................

4 Rewrite the questions in reported speech.

1. “Is Mark buying a new car?” Sara asked.

............................................................................................................................................................

2. “Has the water boiled?” Clive asked.

............................................................................................................................................................

3. “What do you want to order?” the waitress enquired.

............................................................................................................................................................

4. “Why must they go to bed so early?” Aunt Ruby asked.

............................................................................................................................................................

5. “Will the concert start on time?” Peter wanted to know.

............................................................................................................................................................

5 Write the sentences in reported speech using the words given. Make any necessary changes.

1. The hotel clerk / say / the bellboy / take / suitcases / later

............................................................................................................................................................

2. The officer / order / the people / leave / the building / immediately

............................................................................................................................................................

3. William / suggest / try / the new Chinese restaurant

............................................................................................................................................................


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Vocabulary


A B

1. It was an embarrassing moment …… a. to your health.

2. Smoking is harmful …… b. on your Facebook page.

3. If you want to log out of the website, …… c. when I dropped my glass at the party.

4. Chris decided to take part in …… d. push the escape button.

5. My boss commented on …… e. my good work.

6. Please post the announcement …… f. the marathon.

2 Choose the correct answer to show you have understood the meaning of the words in italics.

1. It’s confidential, so please don’t tell / tell your friends.

2. If Dad gives me permission, I can / can’t go to the film with you.

3. The young lawyer had excellent / terrible qualifications, so he was hired.

4. Julie has obviously been dieting because she’s thin / fat.

5. I hate / love that annoying music that you listen to.

3 Complete the sentences with the words below. Make any necessary changes.

wall • insulting • profile • block • application • inbox • password • remove

1. Facebook is …………………………… in some countries.

2. When I came home from my holiday, my …………………………… was full of messages.

3. Jeff didn’t put any personal information in his …………………………… .

4. I’ve just posted some photos on my …………………………… .

5. Experts recommend that you change your …………………………… often.

6. What …………………………… do I need to play this game on the computer?

7. Nan asked us to …………………………… our dirty shoes from the kitchen.

8. I want to apologise for my …………………………… comment.

4 Choose the correct preposition.

1. Ben may turn out / against his best friend when he hears what happened.

2. I was surprised that my house key turned into / up after I lost it last week.

3. We expect lots of people to turn out / off for the festival tomorrow.

4. The day turned out / up to be sunny even though it rained in the morning.

5. Claudia turned against / down Tom’s proposal.


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rude • criticise • access • truthful • update • embarrassed

1. The teacher punished the student for saying something that was not polite. ……………………

2. The company gave the latest information to their customers about the winter sales. ……………………

3. Can you find his personal details on this website? ……………………

4. We believe Sharon because she’s honest. ……………………

5. The doctor said something bad about the amount of junk food that I eat. ……………………

6. The singer felt uncomfortable when he forgot the words to the song. ……………………

6 Complete the mini-dialogues with the words and phrases below.

invasion of privacy • account • log in • request • distracting • privacy settings

1. A: Are you on any social networking sites?

B: No, I think they’re an …………………………… .

A: Don’t worry, the …………………………… on many sites are very good.

2. A: Why did you put in a …………………………… to move to a different office?

B: The other worker listens to the radio and I find it very …………………………… .

3. A: I want to check my bank …………………………… online, but I don’t know how.

B: I’ll help you …………………………… to the bank site.


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Grammar

1 Choose the correct relative pronoun.

1. They chose the ice cream … had nuts in it.

a. who b. which c. where

2. That’s the house … I grew up.

a. where b. that c. when

3. The reporter … wrote this article is Chinese.

a. whose b. who c. which

4. Did you see a film … had a happy ending?

a. who b. whose c. that

5. That’s the man … son won the race.

a. whose b. where c. which

6. I don’t remember the days … the Internet didn’t exist.

a. which b. when c. where

2 Add a relative pronoun and match A to B to make sentences. There may be more than one possible answer.

A

1. Do you remember the night ……………………

2. The postman is looking for a family ……………………

3. The girl ……………………

4. I finally bought a car ……………………

5. The phone book is on the shelf ……………………

6. The box ……………………

B

…… a. the telephone is.

…… b. was large enough for the whole family.

…… c. contains the glasses is very heavy.

…… d. we went on our first date?

…… e. left early didn’t feel well.

…… f. last name is Baxter.


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3 Complete each sentence with a suitable relative pronoun. There may be more than one possible answer.

Tick the sentences in which the relative pronoun can be omitted.

…… 1. The cake …………………… Paula baked is delicious.

…… 2. The only time she asked for help was …………………… she didn’t do her homework.

…… 3. I don’t like the neighbours …………………… dogs make a noise all night.

…… 4. The bus stop …………………… I wait every morning is at the corner.

…… 5. Look for the note …………………… Mum left us.

…… 6. The man …………………… Chris introduced to us is a professor at my university.

4 Combine the sentences using the relative pronoun in brackets. Make any necessary changes.

1. Amy wants to see the photo album. It has pictures of our trip to France. (which)

............................................................................................................................................................

2. This is my friend Sam. He knows how to windsurf. (who)

............................................................................................................................................................

3. Have you been to the restaurant? The waiters sing there. (where)

............................................................................................................................................................

4. Jim is good at maths. His father is an engineer. (whose)

............................................................................................................................................................

5. The test was on Tuesday. I was ill that day. (when)

............................................................................................................................................................

5 Combine the sentences with non-defining relative clauses. Use the relative pronoun in brackets and add

any necessary commas.

1. Tokyo is one of the largest cities in the world. It is in Japan. (which)

............................................................................................................................................................

2. The head teacher is popular with the students. He visited my class last week. (who)

............................................................................................................................................................

3. Jack is still in hospital after the accident. His car was hit. (whose)

............................................................................................................................................................

4. My computer isn’t new. It’s been fixed twice. (which)

............................................................................................................................................................


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6 Combine the sentences using a suitable relative pronoun. Make any necessary changes.

1. The photos were put in an album. You sent them to me.

............................................................................................................................................................

2. Our tour guide is very knowledgeable. He is taking us to the Acropolis.

............................................................................................................................................................

3. Easter is a special time. We have a big family meal then.

............................................................................................................................................................

4. The driver drove fast on the motorway. He had just got his licence.

............................................................................................................................................................

5. This part of the city is dangerous at night. I never go there.

............................................................................................................................................................


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Vocabulary

1 Choose the correct answer to show that you have understood the meaning of the words in bold.

1. Your suggestion is acceptable to me. a. I agree with your suggestion. b. I don’t agree with your suggestion.

2. Your sister has grown up since I last saw her. a. She is much older. b. She is still young.

3. Bob accomplished everything on the list. a. He still has some tasks to finish. b. He finished all the tasks.

4. The students misunderstood the instructions. a. They didn’t know what to do. b. They knew what to do.

5. Mary is involved in the drama club at school. a. She hasn’t got time to go to plays. b. She acts in plays.

6. The bank clerk was offended. a. The customer smiled at her. b. The customer shouted at her.


wandered • was born • stranger • lifestyle • pastimes • sunrise • multi-cultural • site • tolerant

1. We woke up very early because we wanted to see the …………………………… .

2. I know everyone here except that man. He is a …………………………… to me.

3. The organisers of the concert are looking for an outdoor …………………………… .

4. Michael’s favourite …………………………… are playing chess and running in the park.

5. My baby brother …………………………… on Christmas Day.

6. We couldn’t find the museum, so in the end we just …………………………… around the streets.

7. I don’t know Spanish well, so please be …………………………… of my mistakes.

8. Large cities usually have …………………………… neighbourhoods.

9. They may not be rich, but they have a very expensive …………………………… .


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3 Choose TWO possible answers to complete each sentence.

1. The driver kept his eyes on …

a. the music b. the road c. the traffic light

2. The class celebrated …

a. my birthday b. the end of the school year c. the test

3. My friends and I hang out at … at weekends.

a. school b. the shops c. the dance club

4. Paul’s ambition is to be …

a. a successful soccer player b. a famous actor c. a poor person

5. Anne is considering a career as a …

a. chef b. student c. doctor


A B

1. Michelle spends most of her free time …… a. because all our friends were there.

2. It takes time to …… b. answering the questions in the test.

3. From time to time, my family …… c. we will miss the train.

4. We had a good time at the party …… d. with her boyfriend.

5. If you don’t come on time, …… e. goes out to eat at a good restaurant.

6. The teacher told the students to take their time …… f. bake a cake.


adapt • open-minded • kind • offensive • guest

1. My neighbour is a caring person who is always willing to help. ……………………

2. Our visitor was late for dinner. ……………………

3. Linda made some insulting remarks about my clothes. ……………………

4. The new secretary got used to working in our big office. ……………………

5. I like talking to George because he is willing to consider new ideas. ……………………


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Grammar


1. Mark always … his answers before handing in his test.

a. checked b. checks c. is checking

2. By the time the waiter came to the table, Jean … to order steak.

a. decided b. has decided c. had decided

3. I … a much larger salary this time next year.

a. will have made b. will make c. will be making

4. … many people …. about the job offer yet?

a. Have … called b. Did … call c. Were … calling

5. She … a story to her son at the moment.

a. reads b. is reading c. has read


A

1. If the flat weren’t so small,

2. Someone will steal your purse

3. Karen won’t be able to buy a new car

4. If you had read the instructions,

5. How will they find the house

6. I wouldn’t bother Dad

B

…… a. if I were you.

…… b. Beth and Sam would rent it.

…… c. you would have known how to use the new washing machine.

…… d. unless the salesman gives her a discount.

…… e. if you leave your bag open.

…… f. if they don’t know the address?

3 Complete the sentences with the modals and modal perfects below.

have to • could have • may • should have • can’t • should

1. You …………………………… go in to see the doctor now.

2. I’m sorry, but I …………………………… leave now. Bye!

3. Mum’s nervous. She thinks that we …………………………… leave early tomorrow morning.

4. It’s already six o’clock. Ian …………………………… arrived by now.

5. Tim hurt his leg and he …………………………… take part in the race today.

6. Why didn’t you tell us you had a problem? We …………………………… helped you.


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4 Complete the sentences without changing their original meaning.

1. Someone gave me an invitation to the party.

I ........................................................................................................................................................ .

2. Jack will bring the latest report to the meeting.

The latest report ............................................................................................................................... .

3. They haven’t prepared dinner.

Dinner .............................................................................................................................................. .

4. A technician can fix the fridge.

The fridge ........................................................................................................................................ .

5. The hairdresser is cutting Linda’s hair.

Linda’s hair ...................................................................................................................................... .

5 Write the sentences in reported speech. Make any necessary changes.

1. “I have eaten all the chocolate cake,” Bob admitted.

Bob admitted ......................................................................................................................................

2. “When are you going to finish?” Carol wanted to know.

Carol wanted to know ........................................................................................................................

3. “Cover the baby with the blanket,” Mum told me.

Mum told me .....................................................................................................................................

4. “The heater doesn’t work,” the girls complained.

The girls complained ....................................................................................................................... .

5. “Let’s surprise Julia with flowers,” suggested Nick.

Nick suggested ................................................................................................................................. .

6 Complete the sentences with a suitable relative pronoun. There may be more than one possible answer.

1. Paula asked for help from the salesgirl …………………………… was organising the shelves.

2. They’ll never forget the summer …………………………… they learned to surf.

3. The books …………………………… are on sale are in the front of the shop.

4. You should talk to the student …………………………… brother took this course last year.

5. Why did you put the papers in a place …………………………… they would get wet?

Name Mark 1 Unit Test

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Optional Reading Read the text and answer the questions that follow.

Tornado Tourism

I An increasing number of travellers from all over the world are trading in their beach holidays for storm-chasing tours. Many of these tours take place in Tornado Alley, an area in the Midwest of the United States which is famous for its tornadoes. They are led by meteorologists and experienced storm chasers and allow participants to follow tornadoes, in the hope that they will actually get to see one up close.

II Storm-chasing tours last from a few days to a few weeks. Participants travel in vehicles equipped with the latest high-tech equipment, such as mobile Internet and satellite connections. Tour guides use this equipment to help them head in the right direction. They are trying to get to a place that will allow participants to witness the storm

without being in danger.

III Although participants in storm-chasing tours say that the experience can be exhilarating, they warn that it can also be exhausting. “Tornado tourists”, as storm chasers are called, can sometimes drive up to 600 miles on any given day. They live out of a suitcase and have no idea where they are going to sleep on any particular night. What’s more, since all storm chasers are heading for the same area, they often have to fight over the limited number of available hotel rooms. It is not unusual for them to have to share a room or even a bed with fellow chasers!

IV Participants in storm-chasing tours must expect to be frustrated. They can spend days driving around before they actually get to see anything. In addition, while they are likely to witness severe weather conditions on their trip, the chances of actually seeing a tornado are quite slim.

V For people who join storm-chasing tours, a single storm-chasing experience is often not sufficient. In fact, storm-chasing tour operators note that much of their business comes from repeat customers, and that a significant number of people who participate in a storm-chasing tour come back. It appears that storm chasing is addictive.

1 Choose the correct answer. (2 x 3 = 6 points)

1. Storm-chasing tours are suitable for people who … .

a. want to spend their holidays on the beach b. do not mind spending many hours in a car c. do not like sharing a hotel room with a stranger d. expect to see a tornado

2. Many people who join storm-chasing tours … .

a. have participated in a similar tour in the past b. have the latest hi-tech equipment c. get to see a tornado from up close d. live in Tornado Alley

2 Answer the questions. (2 x 3 = 6 points)

1. How do tour guides know where to take “tornado tourists”?

.........................................................................................................................................................

2. Why do storm chasers often have to fight over hotel rooms?

.........................................................................................................................................................

1 Unit Test

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(3 x 3 = 9 points)

…… 1. Tour guides aim to take tornado chasers to dangerous places.

...................................................................................................................................................

…… 2. People who participate in storm-chasing tours have mixed feelings about the tours.

...................................................................................................................................................

…… 3. People who participate in storm-chasing tours are told in advance where they will be staying.

...................................................................................................................................................

4 Find words or expressions in the text that mean: (4 x 1 = 4 points)

1. assist (paragraph II) .………………………

2. thrilling, exciting (paragraph III) .………………………

3. see (paragraph IV) .………………………

4. enough (paragraph V) .………………………


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The One Who Lived

I On 24th December, 1971, LANSA flight 508 was struck by lightning over the Peruvian rainforest. Of the 93 passengers and crew on board the flight, only 17-year-old Juliane Koepke survived.

II Juliane Koepke was a German secondary school student studying in Lima. She and her mother, Maria, were travelling to Pucallpa in Peru to join Juliane’s father, Hans, for Christmas. Twenty-five minutes into the flight, the plane flew into heavy clouds and started shaking. Moments later, the plane was hit by a bolt of lightning and broke into pieces in midair. Juliane was thrown out of the plane, still strapped to her seat. She landed two miles down in the dense trees of the jungle.

III Miraculously, Juliane suffered relatively minor injuries. Her collar bone was broken, her eye was swollen shut and she had large cuts on her arms and legs. When she woke up, she found herself stranded in the rainforest, alone, still sitting in her plane seat.

IV Yet she did not give up. She realised that if she found a stream and followed it, it would lead to a bigger river. Once she managed to reach a river, she knew she was more likely to find civilisation and help.

V The day after the crash, she found a stream and started to wade through it. She trekked for nine days, through streams filled with crocodiles and piranhas. Finally, she came to a river where she found a small hut. Starved and exhausted, she collapsed at the door. The next day, she was found by a group of Peruvian lumberjacks and was taken to a hospital in the next town. There, she was reunited with her father.

VI After her recovery, Juliane returned to Germany, where she continued her studies. She went on to become a zoologist.

VII Juliane has never forgotten her terrible ordeal. The events that took place in 1971 continue to haunt her, especially when she is confronted by plane crashes or similar tragedies in the news. Yet she has succeeded in leading a happy and productive life. This perhaps is her greatest achievement.


1. According to the writer, it is amazing that Juliane … .

a. was not badly injured in the crash b. was found by a group of lumberjacks c. chose to study zoology d. returned to Germany

2. Juliane … .

a. was not affected by her experience b. did not allow her experience to ruin her life c. cannot remember her ordeal d. tries not to read about plane crashes in the news

2 Answer the questions. (2 x 3 = 6 points)

1. Why did Juliane look for a stream?

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2. What difficulties did Juliane face during her ordeal?

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(3 x 3 = 9 points)

…… 1. Juliane’s mother was killed in the plane crash.

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…… 2. When Juliane woke up, she found herself lying on the ground.

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…… 3. Juliane was found by a rescue team.

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1. thick (paragraph II) ……………

2. isolated (paragraph III) ……………

3. brought back together (paragraph V) ……………

4. trouble, disturb (paragraph VII) ……………


1


The Future Is Here

I It looks like a normal classroom – children sit at their desks as the teacher gives them instructions about what they have to do. Except this is a class with a difference. The students are not being taught by an ordinary teacher. Instead, their instructor is the Engkey – a small, penguin-shaped plastic robot.

II The Engkey was developed in South Korea as part of an innovative plan to incorporate robots into the country’s classrooms. In particular, the government is hoping that robots like Engkey will help to teach Korean children English.

III The Engkey is controlled by a human teacher outside the classroom. Because the human teacher controlling the robot can be located anywhere in the world, students have access to highly skilled and qualified English-speaking teachers that would otherwise be unavailable to them. What is more, some teachers believe that many students are too shy to speak English to a real person because they are afraid of making mistakes. They claim that students might find it easier to talk to a robot. Other robots use voice recognition technology to help students practise their English pronunciation and dialogue. These robots can help teachers when simple and repetitive training is required.

IV Supporters of teaching robots claim that the robots will help to motivate students and improve their concentration in the classroom. They also note that robots are an inexpensive way to ensure that teachers get the help they need.

V However, these robots have a long way to go if they are indeed going to be helpful. One of the main difficulties with the existing robots is that they are only able to help students practise very specific conversations. If a student says something that has not been programmed into the robot, the robot doesn’t understand and cannot reply.

VI Yet even if robotic technology improves significantly in the future, it is not probable that computers will ever be able to develop the level of understanding that is needed to be a successful teacher. It would appear that human teachers are here to stay.


1. The Engkey … .

a was developed in an English-speaking country b. has replaced teachers in South Korea c. is used to teach English d. can be located anywhere in the world

2. The writer of the article believes that robots … .

a. can’t be improved b. will eventually take the place of teachers c. can’t help teachers d. have limited understanding

3 Unit Test

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(3 x 3 = 9 points)

…… 1. All of the robots are linked to human teachers.

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…… 2. Robots are cheaper than human teaching assistants.

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…… 3. The robots can have real conversations with students.

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3 Complete the sentences. (2 x 3 = 6 points)

1. The Engkey may be helpful for shy students who ..............................................................................

.......................................................................................................................................................... .

2. Using voice recognition technology, robots ......................................................................................

.......................................................................................................................................................... .


1. original (paragraph II) ……………………

2. situated (paragraph III) ……………………

3. needed (paragraph III) ……………………

4. likely (paragraph VI) ……………………

Name 1 Revision

1

Grammar

Present Simple and Present Continuous


1. She never … us on Sundays.

a. visits b. is visiting c. visit

2. It … every year in November.

a. is raining b. rain c. rains

3. Sam … another book.

a. writes b. write c. is writing

4. We … this show. Let’s go home!

a. don’t enjoy b. aren’t enjoying c. enjoy

5. Ellen and Tom … on their project now.

a. work b. is working c. are working

6. The school year always … in September.

a. begins b. is beginning c. begin

7. I … the problem now.

a. am seeing b. see c. sees

8. This perfume … nice.

a. doesn’t smell b. isn’t smelling c. not smell

9. I never … the colour blue.

a. don’t wear b. am wearing c. wear

10. Kelly … . She’s really tired.

a. rests b. is resting c. rest

2 Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verbs in brackets. Use the Present Simple or

Present Continuous.

1. …………………… you always …………………… (walk) to football practice?

2. I …………………… (have) a shower now. Please answer the phone!

3. Sandra usually …………………… (go) shopping on Saturday morning.

4. Don’t make a noise. The baby …………………… (sleep).

5. I …………………… (want) to leave now.

6. …………………… you …………………… (know) where Kevin lives?

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3 Write sentences with the words below. Use the Present Simple or Present Continuous.

1. travel / they / at night / long distances / never / .

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2. play / every / Tuesday afternoon / tennis / I / .

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3. her / new book / Jenna / read / at the moment / .

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4. my family / Brighton / every year / go / to / .

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5. what / do / now / Uncle Joe / ?

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6. sit / in the restaurant / people / lots of / at the moment / .

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4 Rewrite the following sentences using the correct form of the verbs in brackets. Do not change the

meaning of the original sentences.

1. Kate isn’t interested in history. (not like)

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2. My parents are in Europe at the moment. (travel)

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3. The dog is quiet now. (not bark)

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4. What’s your opinion of the show? (think)

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5. We are regular visitors to London. (often)

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6. Sue can’t open the door because she’s in the bath. (have)

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Name 2 Revision

1

Grammar

Past Simple and Past Continuous

1 Choose the correct answers.

1. I … to school when I saw you.

a. was walking b. walked

2. The show … an hour ago.

a. was starting b. started

3. Dave … skiing last year.

a. went b. was going

4. … you … my e-mail?

a. Did … get b. Were … getting

5. Oh, no! I … Emily’s birthday.

a. wasn’t remembering b. didn’t remember

6. When Susie left the shop, she … a heavy bag.

a. was carrying b. carried

7. Jake dropped his iPod while he … in the park.

a. ran b. was running

8. I didn’t hear you because everyone … .

a. was shouting b. shouted

9. … you … to Mr Jones after the meeting?

a. Did … speak b. Were … speaking

10. They … their homework yesterday.

a. weren’t doing b. didn’t do

2 Write a suitable question for each answer below. Pay attention to the words in bold.

1. ............................................................................................................................................................

I was watching Glee when you phoned.

2. ............................................................................................................................................................

She saw Jenny on Sunday morning.

3. ............................................................................................................................................................

Yes, Mike saw the new film last night.

4. ............................................................................................................................................................

Dave ate the chocolate cake.

5. ............................................................................................................................................................

The baby was crying because he was tired.

6. ............................................................................................................................................................

Gail and Ron were waiting at the restaurant.

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3 Choose the sentence that is closer in meaning to the original sentence.

1. We got to the museum as they were closing the doors.

a. We got to the museum before the doors closed.

b. They closed the doors before we got to the museum.

2. Dave was doing his homework while Sue was washing up.

a. Dave did his homework, then Sue washed up.

b. Dave and Sue were busy at the same time.

3. We were talking when the teacher came in.

a. The teacher came in and we started to talk.

b. We started talking before the teacher came in.

4. I fell while I was running to the train.

a. I fell before I got on the train.

b. I fell at the same time as I got on the train.

5. Mark made the tea, then he listened to the radio.

a. Mark listened to the radio when the tea was made.

b. Mark made the tea and listened to the radio at the same time.

4 Complete the mini-passages with the correct form of the verbs in brackets. Use the Past Simple or

Past Continuous.

1. Trevor 1. …………………… (take) Rose to a film last night. As they 2.

…………………… (walk)

to the bus stop, Rose 3. …………………… (realise) that thefront door of the house

4. …………………… (be) open. In the end, they 5.

…………………… (go) back home and

they 6. …………………… (miss) the beginning of the film.

2. Jake 1. …………………… (drive) his new car when he

2. …………………… (see) Kerri. She

3. …………………… (carry) two heavy bags and looked tired. Jake 4.

……………………

(offer) Kerri a lift home, but she 5. …………………… (prefer) to walk.

5 Rewrite the sentences using the words in brackets. Do not change the meaning of the original sentences.

1. Nina was walking to work in the snow. (while)

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2. We stayed at home because of the rain. (was)

............................................................................................................................................................

3. It was midnight, but we continued to work. (at)

............................................................................................................................................................

4. Kate finished her project during her favourite TV show. (watching)

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Name 3 Revision

1

Grammar

Future Tenses


1. Hurry or we … on time.

a. won’t arrive b. aren’t going to arrive

2. Don’t worry. I … you.

a. will help b. am going to help

3. When I’m in London, I … shopping.

a. will go b. am going to go

4. Don’t leave your keys here. You … them.

a. will lose b. are going to lose

5. Next year, we … more workers.

a. will hire b. are going to hire

6. Do you think the test … difficult?

a. will be b. is going to be

7. Have you met Jack? Come on, I … you.

a. will introduce b. am going to introduce

8. Oh, no! He … those plates.

a. will drop b. is going to drop

2 Complete the sentences with the verbs in brackets. Use the Future Simple, be going to or the

Present Continuous. There may be more than one possible answer.

1. I …………………… (learn) to drive this year.

2. Don’t be upset. We …………………… (win) next time.

3. The phone is ringing. I …………………… (get) it.

4. …………………… you …………………… (call) Mark this evening?

5. It’s my friend’s birthday this week. I …………………… (buy) her a gift.

6. Read this book. I think you …………………… (enjoy) it.

7. We …………………… (not go out) this weekend because I have too much work to do.

8. Zoe …………………… (not go) to university next year because she wants to travel.

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3 Write questions with the words below. Use the Future Simple or be going to.

1. the weather / be pleasant / at the weekend

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2. what / you / wear / for the party

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3. when / you and Cathy / get married

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4. you / keep / this / a secret

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5. where / they / travel / this summer

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6. where / the next major earthquake / take place

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4 Write sentences with the words below according to the meaning of the original sentence. Use the

Future Simple or be going to.

1. You should try yoga. you / love / it

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2. Let’s meet tomorrow at 2.00. I / not study / in the afternoon

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3. Justin is a fantastic musician. he / famous / one day

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4. They’re always on time. They / arrive / in an hour

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5. Something’s wrong with our dog. I / call / the vet

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6. I’ll be in Paris next week. I / visit / lots of museums

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Name 4 Revision

1

Vocabulary


1. My aunt is a very … person.

a. interest b. interested c. interesting

2. Which of the following is NOT an adjective?

a. attractive b. rude c. difference

3. Athletes are usually very … .

a. competitive b. compete c. competition

4. Is there … food at home?

a. some b. any c. no

5. In my opinion, Ellen is … than Jane.

a. nice b. nicer c. the nicest

6. Sara answered the questions … .

a. correction b. correctly c. correct

7. We travelled to Paris for … days.

a. few b. some c. a few

8. Which of the following is NOT a noun?

a. beautiful b. happiness c. amazement

2 Complete the sentences with the correct adjective or adverb form of the word in brackets.

1. It was a …………………… (difficult) test but I think I did …………………… (good).

2. Ann does her work …………………… (careless) because she works so …………………… (fast).

3. This mobile phone is …………………… (popular) one in the shop. They are disappearing from our

shelves …………………… (quick).

4. I’m not an organised person, but I am …………………… (neat) than Jill. She is the

…………………… (messy) person I know.

5. Dave is the …………………… (hard) worker in the team. He works …………………… (hard) than anyone else.

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3 Circle the word that doesn’t belong.

1. flood • earthquake • volcano • island

2. rainy • cloudy • sunny • stormy

3. restaurant • kitchen • post office • church

4. offensive • friendly • cheerful • considerate

5. shoe • boot • foot • sock

6. fast • beautiful • carefully • well

7. cough • stomach ache • pill • flu

8. discuss • argue • shout • compete

4 Complete the chart with the words below.

creative • imagine • suspiciously • success • competition • suspicious • imagination • informative

competitively • successful • creation • suspect • competitive • inform • imaginatively • create

successfully • informatively

Verb Noun Adjective Adverb

1. compete

2. imaginative

3. information

4. creatively

5. suspicion

6. succeed

5 Complete the sentences with words from the chart in Exercise 4.

1. There was a lot of …………………… because so many teams participated.

2. Although the project was difficult, they managed to complete it …………………… .

3. I’m not sure who stole my bag, but I …………………… it’s someone from another office.

4. Paul has got a vivid …………………… . That’s why he writes so well.

5. She’s always so …………………… . She is upset when she doesn’t win.

6. Is this …………………… accurate? Some of the facts seem wrong.

7. This is the artist’s newest …………………… . Isn’t it amazing?

8. The programme was very …………………… . I learned a lot about Italian culture.

9. The police arrested Joe because he was acting …………………… .

Name Mark 1 Unit Test Level 1

1

Vocabulary

1 Match the words and expressions in A with their synonyms in B. (6 x 2 = 12 points)

A B

1. set off …… a. meeting

2. hostile …… b. state of knowing about

3. encounter …… c. place to stay

4. awareness …… d. return

5. accommodation …… e. start a journey

6. turn back …… f. unfriendly

2 Replace the words in bold with the words and expressions below. (7 x 3 = 21 points)

go abroad • hire • isolated • goal • steep • gave up • peaceful

1. St Martin’s village is a quiet, relaxing place for a holiday. …………...

2. At the airport, I will pay for the use of a car. …………...

3. The cottage is by itself, far from the other houses in the village. …………...

4. The mountain seemed to go straight up, so it was difficult to climb. …………...

5. His plan is to collect £1 million for charity. …………...

6. I want to travel to another country for my holiday. …………..

7. I tried to speak to Janet, but eventually I stopped trying. …………..

3 Complete the passage with the words and expressions below. (8 x 2 = 16 points)

routes • hostile • local • guided tours • souvenirs • make a reservation

travel arrangements • landmark

Most people agree that prisons are unpleasant, 1.…………………… places. In Melbourne, Australia,

a historic prison called The Old Gaol is a well-known 2.…………………… . These days, the prison is

a museum and is a popular stop on many 3.…………………… of the city. Scary night-time tours are

also available, but you need to 4.…………………… for these tours as tickets are limited. The prison is

easy to get to as it’s on many 5.…………………… tram and bus 6.…………………… . The Old Gaol

has got a great café, as well as a gift shop where you can buy 7.…………………… of your visit. If you

are planning to visit Melbourne, include The Old Gaol in your 8.…………………… !

1 Unit Test Level 1

2

Grammar


1. Brad leaves / is leaving work at the same time every day.

2. Naomi and Jane act / are acting in the school play this year.

3. Doesn’t he make / Isn’t he making a sandwich to take on the train?

4. Do you often go / Are you often going to the park?

5. I’m not going / I don’t go to Manchester tomorrow.

6. Don’t the politicians agree / Aren’t the politicians agreeing about this issue?

5 Complete the sentences with the verbs in brackets. Use the Present Simple, Present Continuous,

Past Simple or Past Continuous. (6 x 3 = 18 points)

1. We couldn’t go to the concert last night, but we …………………… (watch) it on television.

2. Meg …………………… (enjoy) the party last night.

3. Ruth …………………… (drive) when I saw her yesterday.

4. Wait a second! I …………………… (change) my profile on Facebook.

5. I’m surprised that you …………………… (drink) tea today; you usually drink coffee.

6. Who …………………… Jeff …………………… (speak) to while we were waiting in the car?

6 Rewrite the sentences using the time expression given. (5 x 3 = 15 points)

1. He doesn’t eat a hamburger for lunch every day. (today)

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2. Karen is working late tonight. (every night)

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3. Janice always sings in the bath. (at the moment)

............................................................................................................................................................

4. The scientists usually test their theories. (last year)

............................................................................................................................................................

5. She doesn’t visit us on Sundays. (never)

............................................................................................................................................................


1

Vocabulary

1 Match A to B to form sentences. (5 x 3 = 15 points)

A B

1. Zak forgot to make a reservation, so …… a. we’ll take a quick guided tour of the city.

2. We won’t have a lot of time, so …… b. the hotel didn’t have a room for him.

3. Sally bought a lot of souvenirs, so …… c. we need to leave early.

4. It’s a very long journey, so …… d. the accommodation wasn’t very nice.

5. The hotel was old and cheap, so …… e. she won’t forget her visit to Paris.


1. Don’t give out / up your dreams, even if things seem difficult!

2. When will you set off / up on your journey home?

3. She didn’t cook that sauce because she ran out of / on tomatoes.

4. We decided to turn up / back because we had very little petrol left.

5. You should always watch in / out when you stand near a building site.

6. We watched and waved as their plane took off / up.

3 Complete the sentences with the words below. (7 x 3 = 21 points)

goal • awareness • face • foreign • local • scenery • unpredictable

1. We took a lot of photographs because the …………………… was amazing.

2. Some organisations try to increase people’s …………………… of social problems.

3. Many people enjoy visiting a …………………… country and learning new customs.

4. It’s Laura’s …………………… to visit every country in Europe.

5. You should …………………… your problems instead of running away from them.

6. The …………………… food in this region is too hot for my taste.

7. His behaviour is so …………………… . I was really surprised!

1 Unit Test Level 2

2

Grammar

4 Complete the passage with the verbs in brackets. Use the Present Simple, Present Continuous and

Past Simple. (8 x 2 = 16 points)

Most people have heard of skateboarding, but how many people 1.…………………… (know) about

sandboarding? Some people believe that it 2.…………………… (start) in ancient Egypt. Sandboarding 3.…………………… (be) similar to skateboarding because participants 4.…………………… (use) a flat

board to ride over a smooth surface. But in sandboarding, participants 5.…………………… (balance)

on a board while it 6.…………………… (glide) over a sandy surface. Today, this “new” sport 7.…………………… (become) popular in many countries, and some holiday resorts 8.…………………… (now start) to offer sandboarding activities to their guests.

5 Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verbs in brackets. (7 x 2 = 14 points)

1. Nobody …………………… (use) the car now.

2. Tom …………………… (paint) when he fell.

3. …………………… many tourists …………………… (visit) this town during the summer months?

4. He is shy because he …………………… (not speak) English well.

5. I …………………… (know) something was wrong.

6. We generally …………………… (go) to bed early, but tonight we …………………… (wait) for Dad to arrive.

6 Complete two sentences with the words given. There may be more than one possible answer.

(4 x 4 = 16 points)

1. Mum / cook / dinner

a. ……………………… while I was having a shower.

b. ……………………… most evenings.

2. Jed / buy / new clothes

a. .……………………… for last year’s party.

b. .……………………… while his wife was having coffee.

3. Donna / not learn / French

a. .……………………… this year.

b. .……………………… last year.

4. We / play / football

a. .……………………… when it started to rain.

b. .……………………… every Sunday afternoon.


1

Vocabulary

1 Complete the questions with the words below. (5 x 3 = 15 points)

brave • crew • emergency landing • injured • victim

1. Is he a passenger or does he work on the aeroplane as a member of the …………………… ?

2. Will the plane crash or can it make an …………………… ?

3. Is the woman lying on the ground a rescue worker or a …………………… ?

4. Did he have a lucky escape or was he …………………… ?

5. Were the firefighters scared of the fire or were they …………………… ?


1. The teacher praised / reached all the students for their hard work.

2. Because the heat was on in the car, we all felt alive / warm.

3. The school organised a search party / natural disaster to find the children.

4. He saved / managed her life by calling an ambulance immediately.

5. My grandfather is in good survival / health, even though he’s old.

6. He took a big relief / risk when he expanded his business.

3 Complete the sentences with the correct -ed or -ing form of the verbs in brackets. (6 x 3 = 18 points)

1. Janice found the long journey …………………… (exhaust).

2. The …………………… (irritate) buzz of a mosquito kept me awake last night.

3. Martin thought the film was interesting, but I was …………………… (bore).

4. Many people are …………………… (worry) about the effects of global warming.

5. He was …………………… (thrill) by the invitation to visit the White House.

6. It can be …………………… (frustrate) to watch a film in a language you don’t understand.

2 Unit Test Level 1

2

Grammar


1. Penny worked / has worked at this hospital last year.

2. We ate / had eaten by the time the plane landed.

3. I didn’t finish / haven’t finished all my homework yet.

4. The test had started / started before we got to class.

5. All the pilots had worn / wore identical uniforms.

6. The sun rose / has risen, so let’s go to the beach!

7. The children listened / had listened to the story. They had never heard it before.

5 Complete the sentences with the verbs in brackets. Use the Past Simple, Present Perfect Simple or

Past Perfect Simple. (7 x 3 = 21 points)

1. We …………………… (forget) to call you last night.

2. We …………………… (not see) our aunt since 2008.

3. Last year, our company …………………… (hire) over fifty new employees.

4. I …………………… (not try) bungee jumping yet.

5. We …………………… (leave) after they had arrived.

6. She …………………… (wear) her hair in the same style since she was a teenager.

7. The snow …………………… (stop) by the time we reached home.

6 Complete the passage with the verbs in brackets. Use the Past Simple, Present Perfect Simple or

Past Perfect Simple. (10 x 2 = 20 points)

Before Charles II of England became king in 1649, he 1.…………………… (have to) leave England to

escape from his enemies, who 2..……………………. (kill) his father and 3.

.……………………. (want) to

kill him, too. On his way out of the country, he planned to stay with people who 4.…………………….

(prove) their loyalty to the royal family. But the people were afraid that their house would not be safe

for him. So they 5.……………………. (take) him out to an old oak tree that 6.……………………. (grow)

on their land. The king climbed the tree and 7.……………………. (hide) in the branches. The soldiers 8.……………………. (search) the house and land, but they didn’t find the king. After the soldiers 9.……………………. (leave), the king climbed down and continued on his way. This incident 10.……………………. (become) very famous in English history, and today many pubs are called

The Royal Oak to remind us of it.


1

Vocabulary

1 Replace the words in bold with the words below. (8 x 2 = 16 points)

hostile • made a reservation • on their own • passengers • praised • terrified • screamed • reach

1. She called out loudly. ……………………

2. He said nice things about her. ……………………

3. I can’t get to the books. ……………………

4. The people travelling on the train complained. ……………………

5. He asked the restaurant to save him a table. ……………………

6. The crowd was very unfriendly. ……………………

7. They wanted to explore the town by themselves. ……………………

8. The child was very scared of the dog. ……………………

2 Are the following sentences true (T) or false (F)? Pay attention to the words in bold. (8 x 2 = 16 points)

1. Steep stairs are usually easy to climb. .…..

2. People enjoy irritating noises. .……

3. A passenger drives. .……

4. A person who is injured is hurt. .……

5. Something foreign comes from a different country. .……

6. A person who is exhausted is full of energy. .……

7. Feeling fear generally makes people happy. .……

8. An isolated house is far from other houses. .……

3 Complete the passage with the words below. (9 x 2 = 18 points)

achieve • heroes • confused • face • health • isolated • natural disasters • realise • rescue workers

Every year, 1.…………………… save millions of people from 2.…………………… such as

earthquakes and floods. They often 3. …………………… wonderful results and are seen as 4.

……………………. . However, people don’t always 5. …………………… that rescue workers

6.…………………… problems because of their work. They may feel 7. …………………… or

8.…………………… from other people. In order to minimise such reactions, they are encouraged to talk

about their feelings and take care of their physical 9.…………………… by eating properly and resting

whenever possible.

2 Unit Test Level 2

2

Grammar

4 Complete the sentences with the verbs in brackets. Use the Simple and Perfect tenses. (7 x 2 = 14 points)

1. We …………………… just …………………… (hear) the news!

2. The shop …………………… (sell) all the CDs before we got there.

3. The princess …………………… (wear) a blue suit when she visited the hospital.

4. The clouds …………………… (cover) the sun and that’s why it’s dark.

5. Sarah always …………………… (send) postcards when she’s abroad.

6. Roger …………………… (not miss) any meetings of the chess club last year.

7. It …………………… (not stop) raining since the morning.

5 Complete the sentences using the words below. Make any necessary changes. (5 x 3 = 15 points)

Sophie / work / in the library

1. ............................................................................................................................................................ when I first met her.

2. ............................................................................................................................................................ ever since I met her.

3. ............................................................................................................................................................ for eight hours last Monday.

4. ............................................................................................................................................................ right now.

5. ............................................................................................................................................................ for ten years when it closed.

6 Write sentences with the words below. (7 x 3 = 21 points)

1. completed / had / by / he / 1998 / doctorate / his / .

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2. professor / she / meet / not / the / last year / did / .

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3. skiing / never / enjoyed / has / Roger / .

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4. warmer / winters / are / the / getting / ?

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5. did / Mum / baking / was / the biscuits / while / she / sing / ?

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6. Julia / London / finally / has / gone back / live / to / in / ?

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7. are / this year / raising / for / money / we / Oxfam / .

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Vocabulary

1 Complete the sentences with the words below. (6 x 2 = 12 points)

occur • remind • personal • foolproof • deal with • creative

1. You’ll take great pictures with this …………………… camera.

2. Where did the accident …………………… ?

3. This information is private and …………………… .

4. He’s the most …………………… artist of his generation.

5. Please …………………… me to phone Julia tonight.

6. Can you …………………… this issue immediately?

2 The following sentences do not make sense. Make them logical by replacing the words in bold with other

words in bold from a different sentence. (8 x 2 = 16 points)

1. I live so close to the office that I find it latest to walk to work. …………………

2. His secretary crashed him to telephone his wife. …………………

3. She reminded the news about Jonas. …………………

4. I had a dangerous day and managed to get a lot done. …………………

5. The new carpet fitted perfectly because your floor measurements were so convenient. …………………

6. He said that it’s productive to walk around the city at night. …………………

7. The computer spread when there was a problem with the electricity. …………………

8. Her accurate CD is now on sale in the shops. …………………

3 Complete the passage with the words and expressions below. (6 x 3 =18 points)

came up with the idea • device • dependable • spread • famous • no longer

According to the dictionary, a robot is a mechanical 1.………………… that performs jobs usually done

by humans. But where did the word robot come from? It was first used in 1921 by Karel Capek, a Czech

writer. In his 2..………………… play called R.U.R., the robots are welcomed because they are 3. ………………… and do all the work that humans don’t want. However, this is 4. …………………

true when the robots cause unemployment. It was actually Karel’s brother, Josef, who 5. ………………… of using the word robot, which means “slave” in the Czech language. This name

soon 6. ………………… to other languages and has been used ever since.

3 Unit Test Level 1

2

Grammar


1. The train will arrive / will have arrived in an hour.

2. We are going to buy / will buy a car next year.

3. Jenny will have worked / is working next week.

4. Will she have given / Is she giving a concert tonight?

5. The snow will not have melted / is not melting by noon.

6. He is going to win / will win the championship.

7. Be careful! The baby is going to fall / falling.

5 Complete the sentences with the verbs in brackets. Use the Future Continuous or Future Perfect Simple.

(8 x 2 = 16 points)

1. This time next year, Jeff …………………… (live) in Canada.

2. Do you think the show …………………… (start) by the time we get there?

3. Phone me on Tuesday night – I …………………… (not do) anything then.

4. I’ll tell Mark. I …………………… (see) him soon.

5. You don’t need an umbrella – the rain …………………… (stop) by lunchtime.

6. We …………………… (lie) on the beach this time tomorrow!

7. I’m sure Janet …………………… (not leave) the office yet.

8. On the last day of our trip, we …………………… (visit) Notre Dame.

6 Complete the sentences using the verbs in brackets and a future tense. There may be more than one

possible answer. (8 x 3 = 24 points)

1. He …………………… (not get better) if he doesn’t take the medicine.

2. …………………… they …………………… (clean out) their room tomorrow, as they promised?

3. …………………… she …………………… (move) to New York if she gets that job?

4. By the time you get home, I …………………… (finish) my homework.

5. The child …………………… (not tell) us what’s bothering her.

6. Arsenal …………………… (play) their next football match in Scotland.

7. …………………… Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie …………………… (appear) in another film together?

8. Adding more chocolate …………………… (make) the cake very rich.


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Vocabulary


1. I can’t hear. It’s so noisy / productive.

2. I will deal with / achieve the problem.

3. You can’t make a mistake; the system is valuable / foolproof.

4. They have made a medical breakthrough / weight.

5. The band is so famous / rocky that even my Dad has heard of it!

6. If she passes all her exams, she will no longer / eventually become a dentist.

7. No one was injured following the search engine / emergency landing.

8. We’re going to a remote / urban island to relax.

9. The virus realised / spread quickly through the town.

2 Replace the words in bold with the words below that have a similar meaning. (9 x 2 = 18 points)

accurately • complicated • considerate • injured • innovative • occur • practical • reliable • coast

1. I wanted to buy him a gift that is useful. ……………………

2. The land near the sea is beautiful. ……………………

3. It’s important to follow the recipe exactly. ……………………

4. Her methods are new and exciting. ……………………

5. A hurricane doesn’t happen every year. ……………………

6. Julian is always kind and thoughtful. ……………………

7. I can’t understand because it’s not simple. ……………………

8. Is Dave dependable? ……………………

9. He was hurt during the basketball game. ……………………

3 Complete the sentences with the words and expressions below. (7 x 2 = 14 points)

deal with • convenient • download • effective • fight to • long-lasting • user-friendly

1. The effects of this chemical are powerful and …………………… .

2. Could you …………………… this song for me, please?

3. It’s not …………………… to meet with you today.

4. The residents are going to …………………… preserve the local forest.

5. That antibiotic is …………………… against many kinds of bacteria.

6. Please help me …………………… this problem.

7. Even my grandmother can operate our new coffee machine because it is so …………………… .

3 Unit Test Level 2

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Grammar

4 Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verbs in brackets. There may be more than one

possible answer. (5 x 3 = 15 points)

1. By the end of this year, he …………………… (spend) half his life in Italy.

2. I think that I …………………… (complain) about the bad service in this restaurant.

3. …………………… he definitely …………………… (coach) our team again next year?

4. Janice …………………… (write) a letter to her mother and will post it tonight.

5. They …………………… (start) to build the new skyscraper next week.

5 Rewrite the sentences using a future tense. Do not change the original meaning of the sentences.

There may be more than one possible answer. (5 x 3 = 15 points)

1. I’m going to play tennis from 2.00 to 4.00 today.

At 2.30 today, I ................................................................................................................................ .

2. Mr Smith is due to retire from his job in August.

By the end of August, Mr Smith ...................................................................................................... .

3. We’ve decided to meet at 1.30.

We .................................................................................................................................................... .

4. It rained today. The weatherman says tomorrow will be the same.

It ....................................................................................................................................... tomorrow.

5. Jen plans to study medicine.

Jen .................................................................................................................................................... .

6 Complete the passage with correct form of the verbs in brackets. (10 x 2 = 20 points)

The International Consumer Electronics Show 1. …………………… (take place) every January in

Las Vegas and it is always a popular event. The 2,500 exhibitors 2. …………………… (welcome)

the chance to show off their latest products, and the visitors 3. …………………… (know) that they 4. …………………… (receive) accurate information about the latest electronic gadgets and machines.

However, although many buyers regularly 5. …………………… (place) orders at the show,

manufacturers 6. …………………… (warn) that some products 7. …………………… (become)

available only later in the year. Organisers 8. …………………… (already plan) future shows, and many

participants 9. …………………… (now make) arrangements for their next visit because they know that

local hotels 10. …………………… (fill up) quickly!

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