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TEST PREPARATION
PRELIMARY ENGLISH TEST

Reading and Writing
Test Preparation Reading And Writing
Page 1
INTRODUCTION
Reading
Part
1
2
3
4
5
Writing
Part
1
2
3
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Task Type
Three-option
multiple choice
Matching
True/ false
Four-option
multiple choice
Four-option
multiple choice
cloze
Task Type
Sentence
transformations
Short message
Longer piece of
writing
Marks
5
5
10
5
10
Marks
5
What does it test?

Your ability to understand short texts
What do you do?

Read and choose one option
Your ability to understand longer

texts
Your ability to find specific
information
Your ability to understand attitude,
opinion and purpose in a text
Your knowledge of vocabulary and
grammar
Match descriptions of people with

short texts
Answer true/ false questions
What does it test?

Your knowledge of grammar
What do you do?

Change the sentence using one to
three words
Write a short message of about 35
45 words
Write a story or letter of about 100
words
Your ability to write a short message
15
Your accuracy and range in writing
Answer a multiple-choice
questions on a longer text.
Choose the correct options to
complete a short passage
Reading part 1
SHORT TEXTS
1.
-
Introduction
This part tests your understanding of various kinds of short texts. These may be:
o public notices and signs
o instructions/ information on packages or bottles
o notes, emails, cards or postcards
2.
-
Tips
First read the text carefully to understand the general meaning of the text.
Look at the background of the text (the visual information). It may help you to understand the situation and the purpose of
the text.
Read all three options carefully.
Compare each option with the text and then choose one of them.
Look again at the incorrect options and underline the words that show that they are wrong.
Re-read the text and the option you chose to make sure it is the correct answer.
3. Practice
Task 1:
Look at texts 1 6 and match them with text types a c
a. text message
b. notice
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
c.
postcard
Why dont we meet up on Friday and play tennis? Please let me know before 5.30 because I need to book the court
today.
ANY BIKES LEFT HERE WILL BE REMOVED IMMEDIATELY
Its a beautiful place the beach is fantastic and within easy walking distance of the hotel. The weathers great too!
Wish you were here with us!
Identity cards must be shown in order to enter building
We have to be at the sports centre before 9 tomorrow morning. Shall I meet you at the corner of Green Street so we
can walk there together?
USE OF MOBILE PHONES FORBIDDEN INSIDE HOSPITAL
Task 2:
Match these phrases from the texts in task 1 with purposes a f below.
1. Why dont we meet up
a.
2. Please let me know
b.
3. Bikes left here will be removed
c.
4. Identity cards must be shown
d.
5. We have to be at the sports centre
e.
6. Use of mobiles forbidden
f.
Task 3:
Put these phrases into three groups of similar meanings.
a. It is prohibited
b. It is required
c. It is permitted
d. It is allowed
e. You need to
f. It is forbidden
g. You can
h. It is necessary
i. It is not allowed
j. You mustnt
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a prohibition/ something not allowed

a rule
a suggestion
a polite request
a warning
an obligation
Task 4: The following words in the box usually appear in signs and public notices. Choose the correct word for each gap in
the sentences below. You can only use each word/ phrase once.
allowed
area
cancelled
card
changing rooms
disabled
entrance
forbidden
hour
instructions
luggage
may
no longer
on time
passengers
property
put
responsible
rooms
seat
use
warning
1. Do not __________ equipment in this box before reading __________.
2. Weekday parking: __________ than 20 minutes in any __________.
3. __________ coins in the coffee machine slowly if in difficulty, go to room 2.
4. Smoking is __________ during lectures but is __________ during the coffee break.
5. This __________ is closed today use back of building beside car park.
6. __________ for international flights check in __________ here.
7. Visitors to the port __________ must collect an identity __________ at the main gate.
8. Offer this __________ to old or __________ people, or those carrying young children.
9. __________ next to escalator. Customers __________ take in no more than 4 pieces of clothing.
10. All the trains are running __________ today except the 8.15 which has been __________.
11. The college is not __________ for private __________ left in this building.
12. __________-security cameras in use around this building.
Task 5:
Read messages 1 & 2 and decide what they mean (A, B or C).
1. Hi Elena I think I left my wallet on your kitchen table. Please check for me and see if there are two theatre tickets
inside. Ill need them on Saturday night. Give me a ring as soon as possible! Love Joanna.
A. Joanna wants Elena to confirm that the theatre tickets in her wallet are safe.
B. Joanna wants Elena to check she has theatre tickets for the right evening.
C. Joanna wants Elena to call her about the wallet she lost in the theatre.
2.
Hi Martin
Ive just heard that my science project must be completed before Friday and not next week! Can you come round
and help me finish it tonight? Eduardo
A. Eduardo wants Martin to help him with his project next week.
B. Eduardo wants Martin to finish his project on Friday if possible.
C. Eduardo needs Martins help so he can finish his project quickly.
Task 6:
1.
Look at the text in each question. What does it say? Circle the correct letter A, B or C.
Clerigos Tower
What is the purpose of this notice?
225 steps
A. To apologise.
Unsuitable for the elderly and very young
B. To make a suggestion.
children
C. To give a warning.
2.
City Park
Take a free calendar for times and prices
of next months events
A. Entrance to the park will be free at certain

times.
B. This will tell you whats on in the park next
month.
C. There will be no charge for park activities next
month.
3.
New Street Station

All trains are running late today due to a lack
of staff
A. There will be a delay to your journey today.

B. Ask station staff for information on train times
today.
C. We apologise for the late arrival of your train.
4.
Road repairs here 13 15 June

Road will remain open, but no parking
allowed
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A. It will not be possible to drive here for three

days.
B. Workmen will not finish repairing this road
until 13 June.
C. You cannot leave cars here between 13 and 15

June.
Task 7:
1.
2.
What should George do?
George,
A. Give Lisa a message.
Im not going to college today. Can you ask Lisa to call
B. Call Lisa this evening.
me at home about tonight? My mobiles broken and I dont
C. Find Lisas phone number.
know her number.
Tim
Hi Chloe,
I think I left a scarf at your house its my
mums and she wants it back. Let me know if its
there and Ill come and collect it.
Sue
Sue wants Chloe to

A. return the scarf to Sues mother.
B. tell her when she can collect the
scarf.
C. check whether she has the scarf.
Task 8:
1.
Mark,
Ive arrange flights. No tickets, we just show our booking
number and passports at the check-in desk. Can you
check bus times to the airport?
Rob wants Mark to

A. meet him at the check-in desk.
B. find out about transport to the airport.
C. let him know his passport number.
Rob
2.
Josh,
What do you think about going to Adventure World
on Friday? We have to sign the list before Tuesday if
were interested. If you go, Ill go too.
Katie
3.
Chelsworth Zoo
One free teacher ticket
for every five student tickets bought
4.
I enjoyed seeing the city from the river on this sightseeing cruise,
but we couldnt get off anywhere so Im looking forward to
visiting the sights on foot tomorrow.
Meg
Why has Katie emailed Josh about

Adventure World?
A. She doesnt want to go on the trip
alone.
B. She wants Josh to take her there on
Tuesday.
C. She doesnt have enough information
about it.
A. Groups of five students must have a
teacher with them.
B. To get for nothing, a teacher must
buy five student tickets.
C. Teachers can get six student tickets
for the price of five.
A. Meg was disappointed with the river
trip.
B. Meg has already been to most of the
city sights.
C. Meg is planning to walk around part
of the city.
Reading part 2
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. Introduction
- This part tests detailed understanding of factual information. There are five short descriptions of people and eight short
texts on the same topic. You have to match each person to one of the texts. There are three texts which you will not need.
2. Tips
Read the five descriptions of people and underline key words.
Now read one description and try to find the matching text. The correct text must have all the points that the person
requires. For example, if the person wants a romantic book that is short, you must find a text which matches the two
requirements: romantic and short.
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Underline the parts of the text that match the persons description. But be careful about word spotting! It is often not
enough to find the same word in the persons description and in the text. It may be the wrong answer. If you find the
same word, re-read the persons description and the whole text again carefully.
Usually the correct answer will not contain exactly the same words as the persons description. You may have to
recognize different ways of saying the same thing, for example, love story instead of romantic, and a book I can read
quickly instead of a short book.
If you think that there are two texts that seem to match the same person, read the description and the two texts again
carefully. Only ONE text will match ALL of a persons requirement.
This part of the Reading test cannot be done quickly because you need to read the details in each text carefully, and you
may have to go back to a text and re-read it several times. When you are sure you have found an answer, you may want
to cross out that particular text as you will not need to read it again.
3. Practice
Task 1:
Link an expression on the left with a similar meaning on the right.
1. thriller
2. cities
3. tears
4. takes days
5. voyage
6. know how it will end
7. drawings
8. widely-read
9. laugh
10. can be read quickly
11. unexpected ending
12. daily activities
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
j.
k.
l.
journey
a funny side
guess
easy
cant guess
cry
towns
everyday life
illustrations
long
danger and excitement
well-known
Task 2:
These people all want to improve their health and fitness. Read about the fitness centres below and decide which fitness
centre would be the most suitable for them.
A. Bodyspace
1. Paulina is a runner and recently
Forget the stress of everyday life in our ultra-modern gym
broke a bone in her foot. She
and 20-metre swimming pool in the heart of the business
needs help with a daily exercise
district. Membership benefits include a free fitness check
programme to help her improve
and a personal diet plan prepared by one of our friendly
her fitness before she starts
gym staff. There are discounts for families.
racing again.
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2. Louis and Jane would like to

take their seven-year-old twin
boys to a fitness centre on
Saturdays and Sundays. They
would all like to do a different
activity.
3. Leroy works in a city office and

would like to get fit by
swimming regularly in his lunch
hour during the week.
B. Chestnuts Health Club

Located in the city centre, this fitness club has weights,
cycles, a dance studio, a steam room and sauna, making it
perfect for a lunchtime workout. There is also a beauty
salon and a juice bar. Membership can be for one, three or
twelve months.
C. Eastwick Leirsure
This lovely public leisure centre has over 100 very
reasonably-priced activities including weekend games
sessions for kids. There is a 25-metre pool (closed
weekdays 9 a.m. 3.30 p.m. for local schools) plus a gym
and a childrens pool. For relaxation there are sunbeds and
steam rooms. Theres also a snack bar and a baby-care
room.
D. Empire Health Club
This members-only sports club has two floors of serious
fitness and weight-training equipment, including boxing
facilities. There is a steam room to relax in after your
session. Tuesdays and Thursdays are for women only.
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays are reserved for men.
E. Lifeline
Our modern, fully-equipped gym is open to members
seven days a week with 25 different classes, each suitable
for a range of fitness levels. Whether you want to lose
weight or recover from an injury, we can offer you a
professional personal trainer to help you achieve your goal.
Task 3:
These people all want to do an art course. Below are descriptions of five courses. Decide which course would be the most
suitable for the following people.
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1. Akio is an experienced
artist looking for an
enjoyable course where he
can improve his skills. He
enjoys painting outdoors
and is free in the
afternoons.
2. Jo is free during the day.
She doesnt paint, but
loves modern art and
would like to learn more
about it. She hopes to
avoid spending all her
time in the classroom.
3. Hugo draws in his free

time, but would like to be
able to earn money from it
as he is bored with his
current job. He can attend
classes in the evening or at
the weekend.
A. Complete beginners will learn how to create art based on

their everyday experience. The course will explore subjects
such as the street, the city, and friends and family. Students
will also research a modern artist of their choice in order to
become familiar with the language of painting. Classes are
on Fridays, 2.30 4.30 p.m.
B. This course is for anyone looking for a new hobby or a

career change. Students will study some painting techniques
and will also be introduced to the main areas of the cartoon
industry, including drawing for books and newspapers.
There is also advice on how to sell your work. Classes are
on Mondays, 6.30 9.00 p.m.
C. This is a fun course, taught by a professional artist. Most
lessons will take place in the countryside, where students
will learn new techniques, not only from the teacher, but
also from one another. The course takes place on Tuesdays
1.30 5.00 p.m.
D. This course aims to provide an enjoyable introduction to the
most important art from the Renaissance to the late 19 th
century. The course will focus on looking works of art and
discussing them, and will help students decide whether to
study the subject further. The course takes place on
Tuesdays, 10.30 a.m. 12.00 p.m.
E. This course looks at some of the most important art in the
21st century. Students will learn about a wide variety of
artists, and will discuss the ideas behind their work. The
course will include lectures, discussions and films, along
with museum and gallery visits. Classes take place on
Thursdays from 1.00 3.00 p.m.
Task 4:
These people all want to see a film. Read the descriptions of five films. Decide which film would be the most suitable for the
following people.
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1.
Antonio enjoys films with

complicated stories that
demand his attention. He
likes films with plenty of
action, as he gets bored
quite easily.
2. Julia has two children

aged 10 and 12, who love
comedies. Julia prefers
drama, but would like to
find a film that they will
all enjoy.
3. Josef likes exciting films

set in beautiful landscapes.
He particularly enjoy
films about real people
who follow their dream
despite
facing
many
difficulties on the way.
A. Famous at Last
Toby and Amelia win a competition to star in a TV
documentary about their lives. What they dont realise is
that the show will become a huge success and that their
lives will never be the same again. Younger audiences will
find plenty to laugh at in this movie, but it does have a
serious message as well about the price of fame.
B. Escape
This entertaining film is based on a true story. A teenage
criminal steals millions of dollars and then goes on the run.
The film explores the developing relationship between him
and the detective who is chasing him. This is quite a serious
film, so dont expect car chases and gun fights youll be
disappointed.
C. Remember
The last thing Anna remembers is the murder of her son.
Despite having no money from that day on, she is
determined to find his killer. This exciting, eventful film is
split into two separate stories, one going back in time and
one going forward. You have to concentrate throughout or
you will get completely lost, but its worth the effort!
D. Flying Phoebe
This film tells the true story of Australian, Tim Starr, whose
life-long ambition was to take his 1930s motorcycle, which
Phoebe, to the Atacama desert in Chile, to test its speed.
Tim battles with ill-health and lack of money. He eventually
makes it to Chile, but will the motorbike perform as he
hopes? There is never a dull moment in this story.
E. Clowns Allowed
Adrian dreams of becoming a clown and runs away from
home to join the circus. He is helped by ex-clown Mikey,
who agrees to teach him everything he knows. Children will
certainly find this comedy very amusing, but there is little
depth to the story and the adults sitting with them may wish
they were elsewhere.
Reading part 3
TRUE/ FALSE
1. Introduction
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This part tests your ability to read a longer text and look for factual information. You have to find practical information in
a leaflet, an advertisement, a website, a holiday brochure, etc.
2. Tips
- First, read the whole text quickly to get a general understanding of what it is about.
- Then read a sentence and read the text to find the part that has the answer.
- Re-read that part of the text very carefully. You do not need to re-read the whole text carefully, only the parts that have
answers to questions. Part three is the longest text in the test, but it has a lot of information you will not need.
- In this part, you may find some words you do not know. You do not need to understand every word to answer the
questions correctly. Just concentrate on getting the information you require to answer the question and do not worry about
unfamiliar words.
3. Practice
Task 1:
What is the meaning of these phrases? Tick A or B
1. walk for up to two hours at a time during a normal six-hour trek.
a. You can stop and have a break after two hours, and then again after the next two hours.
b. You can have just one long two-hour break during a normal six-hour walk.
2.
participants will not only but also

a. Participants will choose between two things.
b. Participants will be able to do both things
3.
an overnight guided trip, staying in forest cabins

a. Participants on the overnight guided trip will stay in forest cabins.
b. Participants on the overnight guided trip may prefer to stay in forest cabins.
4.
an area little known outside of New Zealand

a. People in other countries hardly know about this area.
b. New Zealand people do not know about this area.
5.
depending on the weather

a. We hope the weather is suitable.
b. If the weather is suitable
6.
essential items which cannot be bought locally

a. You are not able to buy these items here.
b. Local people may be able to get these items.
7.
Upon receipt of the form we will check X

a. We will check X before we receive the form.
b. We will check X after we receive the form.
8.
If you decide not to go after all

a. if we decide to cancel your booking.
b. if you change your mind about going.
needs to be paid to us
a. You need this money from us.
b. We need to receive this money from you.
9.
10. to arrange your own travel insurance ..

a. to be responsible for your travel insurance
b. to ask the programme organizers about your travel insurance
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Task 2: Look at the sentences below about a man who owns a chain of restaurants. Read the text to decide if each sentence is
correct or incorrect. If it is correct, put a tick () in the box under A for YES. If it is not correct, put a tick () in the box
under B for NO.
A
1.
The first El Rio became a popular restaurant as soon as it opened.
2.
As a teenager, Andrew Benton always had clear plans for his future.
3.
Andrew worked in number of restaurants before he turned 40.
4.
Andrews first job involved working with musicians.
5.
Andrew failed in his career as a stage designer.
6.
The idea of starting a restaurant came from Andrews friend.
7.
Andrew thought about opening a restaurant for many years before deciding to do it.
Andrew Benton, restaurant owner and businessman

Andrew Benton opened his first El Rio in 2003, selling Mexican food in a bright, modern environment. It was an immediate
success and he now has a chain of restaurants across the country. All this is not bad for someone who left school at the age of
15 with no idea of what he wanted to do with his life.
He had several jobs through his 20s and 30s, but none of them had anything to do with food or cooking. In fact, he started out
as a roadie for a rock band. He looked after the bands instruments and sound equipment and set up the stage for them.
After that, he became a stage designer. He designed sets for some very famous bands, and became well known in the
industry, but he never felt satisfied with his achievements and was always thinking of other things he could do instead.
One day, he was discussing a few ideas with a friend of his, when the friend suggested he should open a restaurant. Andrew
says he knew straight away that that was what he wanted to do. He went away and began doing some research, and two years
later opened his first El Rio. The rest is history.
Task 3: Look at the sentences below about adventure racing. Read the text to decide if each sentence is correct or incorrect.
If it is correct, put a tick () in the box under A for YES. If it is not correct, put a tick () in the box under B for NO.
A
1.
Adventure racing takes place at traditional sporting venues.
2.
An even for first-time racers usually includes three different sporting skills.
3.
Adventure racers sometimes have to climb the walls of tall buildings.
4.
The tests for racers at checkpoints are designed to measure their levels of fitness.
5.
There is an age limit for competitors.
6.
There are organized opportunities for racers to improve their racing skills.
Adventure racing
Adventure racing developed from the triathlon, the three-part athletics even in which athletes race on foot, on bikes and
in the water. During the 1980s, athletes added a range of other activities, and adventure racing was born.
A typical adventure race for beginners lasts 4 6 hours and includes swimming in a lake or river, mountain biking and
running across rough countryside. Advanced-level races can be over several days and may include sports such as rockclimbing, mountaineering, roller-skating or skiing. A city event might include biking down stone stairs, getting through a
large pipe or descending on a rope from the top of a block of flats.
Adventure races include checkpoints along the route, where racers are given tasks designed to test their ability to think
clearly when physically very tired. For this reason, adventure racing is known as a thought sport: winning or losing depends
not only on speed and strength, but also on skills such as map-reading, planning and decision-making.
Almost anyone can try adventure racing, but for insurance purposes, you have to be 18 or over. For entry-level races you
should be able to swim 1 kilometre, cycle 20 kilometres and run 5 kilometres. However, the ability to keep going without
giving up is just as important as your sporting skill.
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If you decide to take adventure racing further, there are weekend training camps where you can learn more about various
aspects of the sport, for example bike-handing, climbing down a cliff or race preparation! These courses usually end with a
race in which you can try out what you have just learned.
Task 4: Look at the sentences below about Bloomingdales, a department store in New York. Read the text to decide if each
sentence is correct or incorrect. If it is correct, put a tick () in the box under A for YES. If it is not correct, put a tick () in
the box under B for NO.
A
1.
The brothers Lyman and Joseph called their first shop Bloomingdales.
2.
Lyman and Joseph sold a range of different clothes in their shop.
3.
The brothers moved their shop because business was bad on the old site.
4.
From its earliest days, Bloomingdales attracted customers with a lot of money.
5.
People had to visit Bloomingdales to find out what they sold.
6.
Lyman organised special events for the public at Bloomingdales.
7.
Bloomingdales designer shopping bags can be worth a lot of money.
8.
The store began to attract younger customers in the 1970s.
9.
Bloomingdale stores can be found in many countries around the world.
Bloomingdales
Store history
When the Bloomingdale brothers started doing business in New York City in 1872, clothes shops usually sold just one
thing. But brothers Lyman and Josephs new shop, known as the Great East Side Bazaar, carried a variety of items such as
gloves, hats, skirts and underwear. It was the beginning of what would become a department store.
The shop was very successful and, in 1886, the brothers relocated to 59 th Street and Lexington Avenue. This area of town
was home to many wealthy people and, of course, to their servants. It was to this group of workers not their employers
that Bloomingdales originally aimed its services.
Bloomingdales was always looking for new ways to bring in customers. Lyman advertised in newspapers and on posters
to let people know about the stores products and prices. He had some interesting ideas of how to make Bloomingdales more
popular. For example, he was one of the first to install elevators, or sky-carriages as he called them. The store also became
the venue for fashion shows and other important occasions, including Woman of the Year 1947.
In the 1960s, Bloomingdales team came up with the first designer shopping bags. Since then many of these have
become collectors items and people pay a great deal for them. By the 1970s, the store was famous around the world. Even
Queen Elizabeth paid a visit. For the first time in its history, it became fashionable with the under-25s. These days there are
36 Bloomingdales stores in the USA and there are plans to open more. The first Bloomingdales outside the USA is due to
open in 2010 in Dubai.
Reading part 4
FOUR-OPTION MULTIPLE CHOICE
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1. Introduction
- In this part, there is a text of about 300 words followed by five multiple choice questions with four options, A, B, C or D.
The text includes attitudes and opinions as well as facts.
2. Tips
- Read the questions and the text once fairly quickly to get an idea of the topic and general meaning of the text.
- Think about the writers purpose.
- Read the text again very carefully and then start dealing with the questions one by one, checking your answer each time
with the text.
- The first question always tests writer purpose. To find the answer, you need to read the whole text. So, if you are not sure
of the answer, leave this question to the end. Learn the meaning of words that describe writer purpose, e.g. advise,
complain, describe, encourage, explain, inform, insist, suggest and warn.
- Questions 22, 23 and 24 may test opinion, attitude and/ or detail. They follow the order of information in the text.
- Questions 25 tests global understanding and the four options are longer. You will need to look back at different parts of
the text to answer this question.
3. Practice
Task 1: Look at the text below and match each one with a writer purpose (a, b or c)
1. We need to be careful to avoid the problems we had in the past. This time they might be more serious.
a. to complain about present problems
b. to explain the reasons for past problems
c. to warn about possible future problems
2.
The hotel is one of the most beautiful parts of the city and so it should do better than it actually does. All the
managers would need to do is provide certain facilities for guests.
a. to describe the area where the hotel is
b. to suggest improvements to the hotel
c. to encourage people to stay at the hotel
3.
I am going to say this just once, and I hope you will all take notice of my words. You are now in your final year at
school and you need some experience of the real world before you go to university. There is no better way to do this
than by taking a year out and travelling.
a. to encourage students to travel
b. to inform students about school travel
c. to advise students on places to travel
Task 2: Read the text and questions below. For each question, circle the correct answer, A, B, C or D.
A journey back in time
th
Kentwell Hall is a large, 16 -century house built 400 years ago during the Tudor period of English history. For several
weeks every summer, up to 200 actors re-create Tudor life there. Visitors to the Kentwell Re-Creation will watch people who
dress, talk and do things just as they used to do them in Tudor times.
You dont have to be a professional to be in the annual Kentwell Re-Creation and you wont be paid, but anyone of any
ago can apply to take part. Sixteen-year-old Sally Hampton started doing it four years ago.
There are lots of different roles. For three years I was a servant in the kitchen and learnt a lot about the food and
ingredients the Tudors used, and also about the society at that time. This year Im in a group of players who go round
performing songs and dances. Sometimes I play an original Tudor instrument, rather like a flute, and Ive learnt lots of 16 thcentury tunes. My favourite is called Greensleeves.
The Kentwell Re-Creation is a fantastic opportunity to get away from the 21 st century. It means leaving your mobile and
your jeans behind and living like a 16th-century person. When I first started I felt a bit stupid in my costume, trying to speak
old-fashioned English but I got over it very quickly because everyone else was doing the same. And Ive made so many
friends here, I cant wait to come back again.
1. Where would you find this text?
A. In a newspaper.
C. In a list of jobs for actors.
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2.
3.
4.
B. In a history book.
D. In a travel guide.
In her present role at the Kentwell Re-Creation, Sally
A. performs in a theatre.
C. works as a waiter.
B. helps to prepare food.
D. used her musical skills.
When Sally takes part in the Kentwell Re-Creation, she
A. enjoys making people laugh.
C. has to talk in a special way.
B. is embarrassed by her costume.
D. misses modern technology.
What might Sally write on a postcard to a friend?
A. Come and see me at Kentwell for the day. But you must wear a Tudor costume.
B. Why dont you apply for the Kentwell Re-Creation next year? Its fantastic fun!
C. This will be my last time at Kentwell. Speaking old-fashioned English is just too difficult.
D. The professional actors here get paid more than we do, but theyre great to work with.
Task 3: Read the text about an underwater camera and questions below. For each question, circle the correct answer, A, B, C
or D.
Digital underwater camera mask
Hardly anyone uses a film camera any more, but I often bought the single-use, underwater kind for holidays. However,
even that may soon disappear with the appearance of this unusual type of camera in the shops. To see how good it is, I spent
an afternoon under water with a couple of friends, in my neighbours pool.
The camera was easy to use, but felt a little heavier than a normal swimming mask. There are large, colourful buttons for
taking the pictures and starting or stopping the video. The camera cleverly turns off after two minutes if you dont use it,
which should help save batteries. It comes with some rather unnecessary software which never reached my CD-drive.
The camera works to a depth of about five metres, and this is plenty for most swimmers. Theres no flash, which could
be a problem for cloudy days in a dark ocean, but didnt matter to us in the swimming pool. Also, it needs about a second
between photos, so you might miss some of those fast-moving fish. However, my toughest challenge was learning how to
aim. In the beginning I kept taking photos of peoples feet instead of their faces! All in all though, this is a great camera and
one Id happily recommend.
1. What is the writer doing in this text?
A. Writing a review of a new product.
C. Explaining the advantages of digital cameras.
B. Suggesting improvements to a product.
D. Describing photos he took on holiday.
2. What did the writer especially like about the camera?
A. the software that came with it.
C. the way the large, colourful buttons were designed.
B. the fact that it isnt too heavy.
D. the fact that it stops working when not in use.
3. Which of the following would the writer say about the camera?
A. It made me quite angry that I had to wait so long between pictures.
B. It was a real shame that I couldnt use the camera in dark conditions.
C. The most difficult thing was getting exactly the picture I wanted.
D. I was very disappointed that I couldnt take the camera deeper than five metres.
Task 4: Read the text and questions below. For each question, circle the correct answer, A, B, C or D.
Yell!
My names John Martin. Last summer, I went to London to meet Lorna Black, the head of an organisation that makes
sure the voices of young people are heard. As a school student, I was invited to join the judges for a competition called
Yell!. The people who entered had to create an artwork a picture, a film or a photo showing one of the problems that
young people face in society today.
Although Lorna and her colleagues had managed to select 30 finalists from the 3,000 entries, it was still really difficult to
choose the winners. Of course I wanted the best entry to succeed, but I also didnt want to disappoint anyone. Judging the
younger age group was particularly hard because, having a younger sister, I know how upset kids can get if they dont win.
The panel of four judges consisted of myself, Ali Lewis, lead singer of the band Popart, Helen Rivera, art designer of a
daily newspaper, and Victor Staton, editor of a magazine for young people. I didnt always agree with their opinions, but it
was a great challenge to work beside them as an equal, and an experience I will never forget.
1. What is the writer doing in this text?
A. Inviting young people to judge a competition.
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2.
3.
4.
B. Encouraging school students to enter a competition.

C. Encouraging school students to enter a competition.
D. Describing his role in a competition.
Lorna Black works for an organisation that
A. makes films about young people.
C. deals with young peoples problems.
B. makes sure young people are listened to.
D. organises societies for young people.
The writer found his job difficult because
A. he felt sorry for the losers.
C. there were too many finalists.
B. all the entries were so good.
D. he wanted his sister to win.
What would the writer say about the judges?
A. There werent any disagreements, despite the difference in our ages.
B. I felt that they looked down on me and didnt understand me.
C. They respected my opinions even though I was the youngest.
D. They were all experts so I wasnt able to say what I really thought.
Reading part 5
MULTIPLE-CHOICE CLOZE
In this part, you read a short text with ten gaps and an example. After the text, there are ten multiple-choice questions with
four options for each gap. This part tests mainly vocabulary, but also some grammatical points.
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Tips
Before answering any questions, read through the text to understand the topic and general meaning.
Go back to the beginning of the text and study the example.
Start with the first gap. Read the complete sentence to make sure you choose the correct option. Think whether the word
you have chosen fits grammatically, i.e. does it go well with the words that follow? Try the other three options in the gap
to make sure they do not fit.
When you have completed all the answers, read the whole text again to check that it makes sense.
Transfer your answers carefully on to Answer Sheet 1, Part Five.
Practice
Task 1 Complete the holiday blog with these quantifiers.
much
a few
many
a couple of
some
a little
This is a picture of me in my favourite caf. It was only (0) a few minutes walk from
our hotel and we spent (1) ___________ happy evenings there nearly every evening, in fact!
I had a really fantastic atmosphere, and the food was delicious. (2) ___________ times a week,
usually on Fridays and Saturdays, a live band played and everyone could dance. They had
(3) ___________ computers there too, so I could spend (4) ___________ time during the evening
checking my emails. I had so (5) ________________ fun there, Im really looking forward to
going back.
Task 2 Choose the correct words to complete the email.
To:
Colin
Subject:
Swimming
Hi Colin,
Sorry, Id like to come swimming with you but I help/ am helping Dad in the garden today. Why not
come to dinner with us on Sunday instead? We usually (1) have/ are having our meal at midday at
weekends, but at the moment we (2) eat/ are eating later because its so hot. We can have a barbecue!
By the way, I (3) use/ are using my sisters mobile because mine (4) needs/ is needing a new battery.
Give me a call you (5) know/ are knowing the number, dont you?
Josh
Task 3 Complete the emails with one of the modals. There may be more than one right answer.
should
may
might
could
To:
Hal
Subject:
Birthday party
Hi Tim,
Well, I think the most important thing is to buy lots of food and drink. You (1)
___________ not need it all, but at least you wont run out. Also, you (2)
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___________ have plenty of things for people to do. Maybe you (3) ___________ put
up a volleyball net in the garden, or set up some board games in the living
room. Another thing is to make sure youve got enough places for people to sit.
You (4) ___________ find that more people turn up at your party than you
expected! Oh, and dont let people bring their own CDs you (5) ________________
not share their taste in music!
Have fun!
Hal
Task 4 John is at university in London. He is staying in a student flat. Complete his email to his friend with so, such, too or
enough.
Londons Ok, but Im staying in (0) such an awful room, its (1) ___________ cold I have to wear my hat
and gloves all the time. The curtains are (2) ___________ thin to keep the light out and my duvet isnt thick
(3) ___________ to keep me warm at night. Theres (4) ___________ a big gap under the door that the
wind blows in and theres never (5) ___________ hot water for a shower. And the rent is (6) ___________
high that I cant even afford to buy an extra blanket. Thank goodness Im moving next week!
Task 5: Fill in the gaps with the given words. One has been done for you.
aperitif
bill
book
rare
starter
tip
courses
well-done
dessert
main
EATING OUT
If you are planning to eat out in a restaurant you often have to (1) ___________ a table, especially if its a popular place to
eat. In most restaurants you usually have three (2) ___________. You start with a(n) (3) ___________ (e.g. soup), then you
have the (4) ___________ course or dish (e.g. steak or chicken), and you can finish with a(n) (5) ___________ (e.g. ice
cream or fruit salad). If you like you may also have a(n) (6) ___________ (e.g. gin and tonic) before the meal and coffee or
tea after the meal. If you have steak you can ask to have it (7) ___________, medium or (8) ___________. When you are
ready to pay, you ask for the (9) ___________ and sometimes you also have a(n) (10) ___________ for the waiter 10% is
usually enough.
Task 6 Read the text and choose the correct word for each space.
GLASTONBURY FESTIVAL GET IN FOR FREE!
Glastonbury Festival will (0) ___________ place from Wednesday 26 th to Sunday 30th June. (1) ___________, all stewards
must be there on Tuesday 25th June to (2) ___________ time for team meetings.
Stewards work there eight-hour periods between the Wednesday and Sunday of the festival, one of (3) ___________ will
probably be at night. Most of the stewards work at the entrance gates either for vehicles or for (4) ___________. You may
be asked to do other duties to help (5) ________________ the Festival a success, for example giving (6) ________________
programmes. A private campsite with toilets and hot showers is provided. We (7) ___________ provide five free meals and
(8) ___________ free tea and coffee.
This year, all stewards will receive training before the festival begins. (9) ___________ of the training will be sent soon, (10)
___________ you of when and where it will happen.
1. A. Since
B. Because of
C. However
D. Before
2. A. allow
B. let
C. remain
D. stay
3. A. which
B. whose
C. that
D. what
4. A. travellers
B. pedestrians
C. drivers
D. passengers
5. A. become
B. find
C. have
D. make
6. A. back
B. in
C. out
D. up
7. A. also
B. too
C. either
D. again
8. A. unknown
B. uncontrolled
C. unlimited
D. unchecked
9. A. Notes
B. Information
C. Ideas
D. Details
10. A. sending
B. teaching
C. saying
D. informing
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The Royle Family

There are six stars in this TV comedy series: parents Jim and Barbara Royle, (0) their children Denise and Antony, Barbaras
mum Nana, and Denises husband Dave. They are (1) ___________of the most popular families on TV.
The programmes are always (2) ___________ in Jim and Barbaras living room, where everyone sits on the sofa in front of
the television, Jim, who hasnt (3) ___________ a living for years, laughs at his own (4) ___________and is lazy and rude I
(5) ________________ to Nana. Its his hard-working wife, Barbara, who is in (6) ________________ of things. She also
defends their son Antony against the other family (7) ___________, who seem to think he is their servant.
Daughter Denise is just as lazy (8) ___________ her father, and shes spoilt too. She (9) ___________ to get her husband
Dave to do everything for her. (10) ___________ both Denise and Nana have their own houses, they never seem to spend
any time there.
0. A. their
B. his
C. its
D. her
1. A. some
B. all
C. one
D. many
2. A. put
B. kept
C. set
D. had
3. A. earned
B. worked
C. employed
D. managed
4. A. words
B. fun
C. jokes
D. acts
5. A. really
B. surely
C. fairly
D. especially
6. A. turn
B. charge
C. case
D. advance
7. A. members
B. people
C. colleagues
D. partners
8. A. as
B. like
C. so
D. than
9. A. achieves
B. persuades
C. succeeds
D. manages
10. A. Whether
B. Although
C. Yet
D. Despite
Agyness Deyn
The model Agyness Deyn was born Laura Hollins (0) on 16 February 1983. Many people (1) ___________ her to be the next
great supermodel of the fashion (2) ___________. The unusual (3) ___________ of her hair and brightly-coloured clothes
make her stand out from the crowd. Unlike many (4) ___________ models, Agyness doesnt only appear in public (5)
________________ the latest fashions. She likes to (6) ________________ fun with her clothes, and the way she dresses (7)
___________ that she is a lively and creative person.
At the age of fourteen, she began working in a fish and chop shop in Manchester. Two years later, she moved to London,
where she worked in a burger bar (8) ___________ the daytime and at a night club in the evenings. When she was eighteen,
she (9) ___________ with a model agency called Models 1. Her best friend is the designer Henry Holland, (10)
___________ used to be a customer of hers at the fish and chip shop. She is now the face of his company.
0.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
A. on
A. say
A. company
A. shape
A. other
A. showing
A. have
A. tells
A. since
A. joined
A. which
B. by
B. consider
B. firm
B. design
B. extra
B. wearing
B. make
B. shows
B. until
B. connected
B. whose
C. in
C. see
C. industry
C. form
C. further
C. using
C. do
C. says
C. during
C. registered
C. what
D. at
D. suggest
D. organisation
D. style
D. additional
D. having
D. take
D. displays
D. for
D. attended
D. who
RAINFOREST ANIMALS
Scientists believe that rainforests (0) may be home to more than ten million different forms of wildlife. The largest group (1)
___________ of insects, which climb or fly easily from tree to tree. Most people are familiar (2) ___________ colourful
parrots, but they are only one part of the total bird (3) ___________, which goes from tiny hummingbirds to huge toucans.
Many rainforest animals have developed for living in the treetops. Some monkeys have thin webs of skin between their legs
that (4) ___________ them to almost fly between (5) ________________. Others have long, strong tails, like an (6)
________________ arm, so they can hang down to (7) ___________ pieces of fruit. (8) ___________ the weather is so hot
and damp during the day, most forest creatures are active during the (9) ___________ of darkness. And a large number of
animals, including great apes, big cats and (10) ___________ elephants, live on the forest floor.
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0.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
A. may
A. keeps
A. with
A. set
A. let
A. branches
A. accurate
A. contact
A. Although
A. hours
A. only
B. can
B. consists
B. to
B. company
B. allow
B. leaves
B. equal
B. achieve
B. When
B. days
B. almost
C. should
C. holds
C. of
C. population
C. make
C. flowers
C. extra
C. approach
C. Since
C. seasons
C. hardly
D. would
D. claims
D. by
D. society
D. admit
D. plants
D. alive
D. reach
D. Unless
D. times
D. even
Interview technique
Most people find the thought (0) of a job interview terrifying. However, it is important not to be too (1) ___________ on the
day, because this could (2) ___________ your chances of getting the job. The best (3) ___________ to beat the fear is to be
very well (4) ___________. Research everything you can about the company and the person who will be interviewing you.
This will help you feel more in (5) ________________ of the situation, and you will impress the interviewer with your
knowledge.
Find out your best route to the interview and make sure you know how (6) ________________ it will take you to get there.
Decide (7) ___________ you are going to wear the night before the interview. Choose something you feel comfortable in,
(8) ___________
which makes you look smart and successful. And finally, on arriving at the reception desk, (9)
___________
polite to the staff there. You never know whose opinion matters most in a company after all, the
receptionist (10) ___________ be married to the person who is interviewing you!
0. A. of
B. for
C. by
D. to
1. A. stressful
B. terrible
C. angry
D. nervous
2. A. stop
B. spoil
C. hold
D. break
3. A. means
B. manner
C. way
D. system
4. A. prepared
B. produced
C. placed
D. planned
5. A. power
B. control
C. rule
D. influence
6. A. late
B. far
C. time
D. long
7. A. what
B. that
C. why
D. when
8. A. but
B. despite
C. except
D. although
9. A. get
B. stay
C. be
D. have
10. A. must
B. might
C. should
D. would
Heathrow Airport is one of the busiest (1) ___________ airports in the world. More than 90 (2) ___________ use
Heathrow to fly direct to about 200 (3) ___________ in 83 countries in the world. Every year Heathrow handles 450,000
international (4) ___________, at an average of 1,300 per day. This is more than one a minute from six oclock in the
morning till midnight. Almost 58,000 people (5) ________________ at Heathrow, thats the population of a small town.
There are around 75,000,000 (6) ________________ of baggage going through Heathrow each year and there are over
9,500 baggage (7) ___________ available for passengers more than in any other airport. Passengers (8) ___________
26,000 cups of tea and 6,500 sandwiches at Heathrow every day and the duty-free (9) ___________ sell a bottle of whisky
every 7 seconds thats more than 500 bottles an hour. The most common illness among passengers is heart attack. Around
40 people every year died in this way while (10) ___________ to or through Healthrow.
1. A. local
B. international
C. famous
D. public
2. A. planes
B. tourists
C. airlines
D. airports
3. A. destinations
B. countries
C. terminals
D. runways
4. A. trips
B. journeys
C. airplanes
D. flights
5. A. fly
B. work
C. travel
D. board
6. A. suitcases
B. bags
C. bits
D. pieces
7. A. buses
B. baskets
C. collectors
D. trolleys
8. A. drink
B. eat
C. buy
D. sell
9. A. shops
B. points
C. corners
D. trolleys
10. A. arriving
B. travelling
C. landing
D. commuting
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The weather (1) ___________ for noon tomorrow:
The temperatures will be generally (2) ___________ in Scotland and the north of England, but will be (3) ___________
zero in the rest of the country. There will be (4) ___________ rain in Scotland, moving into northern England later in the
afternoon. Wales and the South West will be cloudy with (5) ________________ intervals and with (6) ________________
of up to 15miles an hour. The South East will be (7) ___________ and foggy but it will become (8) ___________
and
dry later. The rest of England will be cloudy with a few (9) ___________
and even some snow in inland areas. In
Northern Ireland, (10) ___________ will be just above zero.
1. A. news
B. preview
C. forecast
2. A. big
B. high
C. above
3. A. more
B. under
C. below
4. A. heavy
B. strong
C. much
5. A. warm
B. sunny
C. clear
6. A. temperatures
B. rain
C. winds
7. A. sunny
B. wet
C. drizzle
8. A. clear
B. rainy
C. damp
9. A. showers
B. intervals
C. rain
10. A. winds
B. temperatures
C. thunderstorms
If you travel to London by train you can (1) ___________ your ticket at the local train station using a (2) ___________. At
certain times of the day there is a discount on the (3) ___________ so you can sometimes get a(n) (4) ___________ ticket.
Its a good idea to have plenty of (5) ________________ with you so that you can use it to (6) ________________ for
your underground ticket from a machine when you arrive in London. If you dont have the correct (7) ___________
you
will probably have to queue a the ticket office. Of course you can also go to London by coach. This is not as (8)
___________
as the train, although it takes longer. The driver can (9) ___________
you a ticket, and it doesnt cost
(10) ___________ to travel at busy times of day.
1. A. sell
B. buy
C. win
D. pay
2. A. receipt
B. cheque
C. credit card
D. change
3. A. fare
B. ticket
C. cost
D. bill
4. A. economical
B. single
C. expensive
D. cheap
5. A. money
B. change
C. currency
D. exchange
6. A. earn
B. save
C. cost
D. pay
7. A. ticket
B. money
C. currency
D. total
8. A. cheaper
B. more money
C. expensive
D. more
9. A. buy
B. sell
C. offer
D. lend
10. A. money
B. anything
C. extra
D. cheap
If you are an adult aged 18 or more you are welcome to (1) ___________ our international Summer Course in English
Language. We (2) ___________ the course between Saturday June 29th and Saturday August 17th. You can enroll for a course
of two weeks or more at any time during this period. The course will take place on the premises of one of the oldest (3)
___________ in Oxford University. It stands in the centre of the University area and has two hundred and ninety
undergraduates and one hundred and sixty graduate students during the (4) ___________ year.
During the course you will (5) ________________ fifteen classroom hours per week learning English as a foreign language.
You will also have an hour session per week (6) ________________ British culture and history. There will be a maximum of
twelve students per class. On the first Monday of the course we will (7) ___________ you a test and interview in order to
place you in an appropriate level of class.
During the course you will be given all the teaching material and you will be able to (8) ___________ the colleges Internet
facilities. You will mostly practice your speaking and listening (9) ___________ while your class teacher and the director of
studies monitor you on an individual basis. When you complete the course successfully you will receive a (10) ___________
of attendance.
1. A. take
B. have
C. study
D. learn
2. A. participate
B. attend
C. offer
D. start
3. A. colleges
B. schools
C. universities
D. classrooms
4. A. school
B. calendar
C. academic
D. teaching
5. A. access
B. learn
C. be
D. have
6. A. learning
B. studying
C. teaching
D. practising
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7.
8.
9.
10.
A. give
A. practice
A. ability
A. degree
B. write
B. borrow
B. skills
B. diploma
C. take
C. use
C. knowledge
C. licence
D. pass
D. join
D. results
D. certificate
The right dog for you
Buying a dog is a very big responsibility and one of the (1) ___________ important decisions that any family has to make. A
dog is for (2) ___________ and it will become your concern for the next ten years at least. Before you rush into getting one,
consider first if and how it will fit into your lifestyle and what you can give it in return. Being a dog (3) ___________ can be
extremely rewarding. But dont forget that your furry friend will need regular (4) ___________, feeding, grooming and most
of all companionship. You must be ready to set aside some time every day to look after it and (5) ________________ with it.
When we (6) ________________ a dog into our family we want it to be liked by everyone who comes to our home, whether
they are friends, our childrens friends or visitors on business. We dont want our new family (7) ___________ to be
annoying to us or anyone else either in the car or when we are (8) ___________ it for a walk in the street or in the
countryside. Our dogs have to (9) ___________ good behaviour and we have to teach them. We should use a lot of repetition,
we should watch our for instinctive behaviour which we must control, and we should teach the dog to trust us. We must try to
understand (10) ___________ the dogs senses work and find a way to control them.
1. A. more
B. very much
C. most
D. much
2. A. now
B. living
C. life
D. always
3. A. buyer
B. lover
C. companion
D. owner
4. A. exercise
B. food
C. game
D. treatment
5. A. train
B. play
C. teach
D. exercise
6. A. grow
B. buy
C. take
D. own
7. A. animal
B. member
C. creature
D. visitor
8. A. bringing
B. getting
C. taking
D. letting
9. A. learning
B. be
C. educate
D. behave
10. A. if
B. when
C. which
D. now
Task 16: Read the text and choose the correct word for each space.
At the Open University, you get as much support as you personally need. (1) _______ you havent studied for a while, well
help you get started. And (2) _______ if you have, you still be glad to know that help is always there for you. All you need
have is an enthusiasm for your studies (3) _______ a willingness to learn. We have 13 local offices around the UK (4)
_______ we will put you in touch with your nearest OU centre from the start. Youll (5) _______ have a personal tutor who
is a specialist in the subject you want to study. You can talk over the phone, face to face, via email (6) _______ computer
conference. As the course progresses, you can meet and exchange ideas with other students (7) _______. Your tutor will give
you regular guidance and assessment (8) _______ you will know how your studies are getting on and you will feel sure about
how much you progress. Remember, (9) _______ you join the OU, youre never alone more students register every year
with the OU(10) _______ with any other UK university.
1. A. But
B. If
C. After
D. So
2. A. when
B. although
C. even
D. or
3. A. and
B. so
C. also
D. than
4. A. but
B. because
C. when
D. so
5. A. although
B. also
C. when
D. only
6. A. as well
B. only
C. even
D. or
7. A. as well
B. even
C. than
D. after
8. A. because
B. although
C. so
D. but
9. A. before
B. when
C. even
D. like
10. A. also
B. only
C. than
D. and
Task 17: Complete the letter with the given verbs. Put them in the right form, to + infinitive or ing; use two of the verbs
twice.
become
bring
change
come
drive (x 2)
learn
work
leave
let
meet
see (x 2)
slow
tell
write
Dear Charlotte,
Thank you for your lovely letter. It was great to hear from you. My news is that Ive decided (1) ___________ jobs. I finish
(2) ___________ at Thompsons in two weeks and I am starting with my new company on 1 st April. Thompsons didnt want
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me (3) ___________ but Martins, the new company, offered me more money and more prospects for a career. I hope (4)
___________ a manager in less than a year.
By the way, I forgot (5) ________________ you that Im learning (6) ________________. You see, I am going to drive a lot
around the country and the company offered (7) ___________ me use one of their cars. It wasnt easy at first because I
wanted (8) ___________ everything quickly. My teacher said I was a bit dangerous on the road and advised me (9)
___________ down. Now I even enjoy (10) ___________!
Well, Im having a party on the 23rd and Id love (11) ___________ you. Most people wont be there before 9.00 but if you
feel like (12) ___________ earlier youre very welcome. And you must promise (13) ___________ your new boyfriend! I
would really like (14) ___________ him.
Ive got to stop (15) ___________ now and rush off to work.
Looking forward to (16) ___________ you on the 23 rd.
Lots of love
Anne
Welcome to Funway Sports Camp. Before you spilt (1) _______ groups, let me give you some information (2) _______ the
plans for this week. During your time here you take part (3) _______ twelve different sports activities. (4) _______ the
mornings there is a planned programme, but we offer you a choice (5) _______ afternoon activities. You need to sign a list
before midday today, saying which sport you are interested (6) _______. You will see the list of activities (7) _______ the
wall just as you come (8) _______ the changing rooms. Now, clothes. You can wear your tracksuit (9) _______ most sports
but remember to bring sports and a T-shirt as well in case its too hot. Make sure you have two pairs of sports shoes (10)
_______ you, too.
1. A. from
B. into
C. out of
D. at
2. A. for
B. to
C. about
D. of
3. A. into
B. on
C. at
D. in
4. A. On
B. In
C. At
D. From
5. A. of
B. for
C. from
D. about
6. A. about
B. in
C. for
D. after
7. A. in
B. on
C. over
D. at
8. A. on
B. up
C. below
D. out of
9. A. with
B. for
C. in
D. about
10. A. on
B. for
C. with
D. from
WRITING PART 1
TRANSFORMATION
I. Introduction
- In part I you are asked to read five sentences and rewrite them. The beginning of each sentence is written for
you. You must complete the new sentence so that it has the same meaning as the first sentence. All the five sentences are
about the same subject. You can you the exam paper for your rough answer, but you must write your final answer on your
answer sheet
- Test requirement:
Writing Part 1
Questions 1 5
Here are some sentences about a caf.
For each question, complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first.
Use no more than three words.
Write only the missing words on the answer sheet.
II. Grammar required:
1.
Tenses
2.
Passive voice
3.
Indirect speech
4.
Conditionals
5.
Relative clauses
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6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
Infinitives
Gerunds
Adjectives, adverbs, comparison
Modifiers
Articles
Modal verbs
Nouns
Conjunctions
Phrasal verbs
III. Tips
- Spell correctly
- Write no more than three words.
IV. Practice 1:
Exercise 1:
There are a lot of ways of saying the same thing. Find sentences in this advertisement which has
the same meaning as sentences 1 10.
SUN AND SEA HOLIDAY FLATS
This block of flat was built five years ago. It has four floors, with four large flats on each floor. All the flats on the upper
floors can be reached by lift.
Each flat has a living room, two bedrooms, kitchen and bathroom. There is also a small store room which can be used as an
extra bedroom.
All the flats have air-conditioning. Some have central heating during the winter months. Tenants have a choice between gas
and electric cookers in the kitchens. New up-to-date showers were installed in all the bathrooms last year. Flats can be rented
weekly, fortnightly or monthly. It is not possible to rent a flat for less than a week. The rent for flats with a sea view is higher.
There is a manager in attendance. The managers office is in the entrance hall on the ground floor of the building.
Example:
1.
Tenants can choose between gas and electric cookers in the kitchen.
Tenants have a choice between gas and electric cookers in the kitchens
2.
You can also use the small store room as an extra bedroom.
_______________________________________________________________________
3.
They built the flat five years ago.
_______________________________________________________________________
4.
During the winter months, there is central heating in some of the flats.
_______________________________________________________________________
5.
There are four floors, with four large flats on each floor in the block.
_______________________________________________________________________
6.
Last year the owners installed new up-to-date showers in all the bathrooms.
_______________________________________________________________________
7.
You cannot rent a flat for less than a week.
_______________________________________________________________________
8.
The manager has an office in the entrance hall on the ground floor.
_______________________________________________________________________
9.
The flats which do not have a sea view are cheaper to rent.
_______________________________________________________________________
10.
If you take the lift, you can reach all the flats on the upper floor.
Exercise 2
Sometimes you can change sentences by changing a verb to a noun or a noun to a verb.
E.g.:
There is a choice for buyers between two bedrooms and three bedrooms. (noun)
Buyers can choose between two bedrooms and three bedrooms.
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Complete this table of verbs and nouns.

Verb
Noun
choose
choice
correct
success
Verb
Noun
Verb
advise
Advice
move
announce
weigh
improve
pronounce
attract
Practice
meaning
develop
describe
invite
Noun
direct
inform
invasion
meet
depart
educate
Exercise 3
Now change these sentences by using a verb or noun. The first one has been done for you.
1. He gave a description of his house in a letter.
His letter described his new house.
2. The flats were advertised in the local newspaper.
There was _____________________________________________________
3. They received some advice from their neighbours.
Their neighbours ________________________________________________
4. The weight of the package is 2.5 kilograms.
The package _____________________________________________________.
5. There was an announcement about the winners.
Somebody ______________________________________________________.
6. They discussed the problem for three hours.
Their __________________________________________________________.
7. He received part of his education in France.
He was _________________________________________________________.
8. Theres going to be a new development.
Something new is _________________________________________________.
Exercise 4
Here are some sentences about a woman who works as a party organizer. For each question, complete the second sentence so
that it means the same as the first.
E.g.:
Kate Elkin left school without any qualifications.
When Kate Elkin left school, she _________ have any qualifications.
1. She worked in a shop that sold things for parties.
She had a _________ in a shop that sold things for parties.
2. One day, a customer asked Kate to help her organize a party.
One day, a customer said Can _________ organize a party?
3. Kate and the woman spent the several weeks planning the party.
It took Kate and the woman several weeks _________ the party.
4. The party was so good that the woman recommended Kate to all her friends.
It was _________ good party that the woman recommended Kate to all her friends.
5. Now Kate is the most popular party organizer in London.
Now Kate is _________ than any other party organizer in London.
Exercise 5
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Here are some sentences about how one school is helping the environment. For each question, complete the second sentence
so that it means the same as the first.
0. At our school we try our best to help the environment.
At our school we do our best to help the environment.
1. Many children walk to school instead of coming by car.
Many children come to school on ________ instead of coming by car.
2. Kitchen staff throw away less food than they used to.
Kitchen staff dont throw away ________ food as they used to.
3. Children bring drinks in re-usable bottles.
Children bring drinks in bottles that they can ______ again.
4. In the playground, there are special bins for drinks cans.
The playground ______ special bins for drinks cans.
5. We can help to protect the environment if we all work together.
We cant help to protect the environment ______ we all work together.
Exercise 6
Here are some sentences about someones career. For each question, complete the second sentence so that it means the same
as the first.
0. Matt started working in the film industry when he was 18.
Matt had worked in the film industry since he was 18.
1. Matt directed his first film when he was 22 years old.
Matt directed his film at _______________ of 22.
2. Matt wasnt given much time to make the film by the producers.
The producers _______________ Matt much time to make the film.
3. Matt said that lots of things had gone wrong during filming.
Matt said, Lots of things_______________ wrong during filming.
4. Making the film was much harder than Matt had expected.
Making the film wasnt as _______________ Matt had expected.
5. The film got good reviews, but it didnt make much money.
The film got good reviews even _______________ it didnt make much money.
Exercise 7
Here are some sentences about a skiing holiday. For each question, complete the second sentence so that it means the same as
the first.
0. It was Leahs first skiing holiday.
Leah had never _____________ on a skiing holiday before.
1. On Leahs first day, the ski slopes were covered with thick snow.
On Leahs first day, thick snow ____________ the ski slopes.
2. It took Leah the whole morning to learn how to stop.
Leah had spent the whole morning_______________ how to stop.
3. Leah had lunch and then she tried the ski-lift.
Leah didnt try the ski-lift _______________ shed had lunch.
4. Leah often fell over, which she found annoying.
Leah was ___________________ because she fell over so often.
5. The instructor said the first three days would be the most difficult.
The instructor said, The first three days ________________ the most difficult.
Exercise 8
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Here are some sentences about a caf. For each question, complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the fist.
0. Shall we have lunch at the new caf in the square?
What _______________________ lunch at the new caf in the square?
1. The caf is called Amazing Taste.
The name _____________________ is Amazing Taste.
2. I havent been here before.
This is the first time I __________________ here.
3. All the food is cooked by the caf owner.
The caf owner ____________________ all the food.
4. My friend told me it was cheap enough for students.
My friend told me it wasnt __________________ for students.
5. He recommended the soup of the day.
He said I ____________________ try the soup of the day.
Exercise 9
Here are some sentences about language courses. For each question, finish the second sentence so that it means the same as
the fist. Write only the missing words.
0. The one-week course costs less than the three-week course.
The one-week course isnt as expensive as the three-week course.
1. How much does it cost to register for the French course? she asked the secretary.
She asked the secretary _____________________________________________.
2. There are three different French courses in the college.
The college ______________________________________________________.
3. Most students are frightened of speaking French.
Speaking French __________________________________________________.
4. Placement tests are taken by students when they arrive.
Students ________________________________________________________.
5. It isnt necessary to pay fees in advance.
You ____________________________________________________________.
Exercise 10
Here are some sentences about travelling. For each question, finish the second sentence so that it means the same as the fist.
Write only the missing words.
0. Remember to take your house keys with you!
Dont forget to take your house keys with you!
1. Last years holiday was more expensive than this years.
This years holiday_________________________________________.
2. Shall we travel by air?
What about ______________________________________________?
3. You can buy your tickets in advance.
Tickets can _______________________________________________.
4. Why dont you rent a villa?
If I were you, _____________________________________________.
5. They spent three hours on the ferry.
They were on _____________________________________________.
Exercise 11
Here are some sentences about health. For each question, finish the second sentence so that it means the same as the fist.
0. Vitamins are necessary for good health.
You need vitamins for good health.
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
I havent got time to take regular exercise, she said.

She said ________________________________________________.
Doctors say that we should be careful about what we eat.
Doctors advise us ________________________________________.
Talk to your doctor before you start an exercise program.
Dont start an exercise program until ________________________.
Fruit is not as fattening as ice cream.
Ice cream ______________________________________________.
Vitamin A is said to help you see in the dark.
People say that __________________________________________.
Exercise 12
Here are some sentences about films. For each question, finish the second sentence so that it means the same as the fist. Write
only the missing words.
0. The film was so funny that everybody cried with laughter.
It was such a funny film that everyone cried with laughter.
1. Have you seen any of Spielbergs recent films? she said.
She asked __________________________________________________.
2. Maybe we could go and see a film tonight.
How about _________________________________________________.
3. I like horror films, but I like comedies better.
I prefer ____________________________________________________.
4. Monty Python and the Holy Grail is the funniest film Ive ever seen.
Ive never __________________________________________________.
5. Where did they film Anna and the King?
Where was _________________________________________________?
Exercise 13
Here are some sentences about schools. For each question, finish the second sentence so that it means the same as the fist.
0. We were given a difficult exam by our teacher yesterday.
Our teacher ___________________________________________________.
1. I may do well in the exam, in which case I will study English at university.
If ___________________________________________ English at university.
2. My teacher told me I was good at languages.
My teacher said You ____________________________________________.
3. I found French difficult when I was younger.
I used __________________________________ when I was younger.
4. School isnt as much fun as university.
University _____________________________________________________.
5. Children must go to school until they are 16 years old.
Children have ___________________________________ until they are 16 years old.
Exercise 14
For each question below, complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first.
a. Its a long time since they saw Jack.
They ________________________ Jack for a long time.
b. This is the first time Ive been surfing.
I ______________________ surfing before.
c. We went to the supermarket this morning.
We _______________________ to the supermarket already.
d. There was nobody at the party when I arrived.
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e.
f.
g.
h.
By the time I arrived at the party everybody ____________________ home.

No one in the class is taller than Claudia.
Claudia is ____________________ person in the class.
Swimming in a pool isnt as good as swimming in the sea.
Swimming in the sea ____________________ swimming in a pool.
Is he the oldest person in the world?
Is anyone in the world ___________________ is?
He saw what the letter said, then burned it.
After he _____________ what the letter said, he burned it.
Exercise 15
For a e, complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first. Use no more than three words.
a. They sell digital cameras in the electrical store.
Digital cameras ________________ in the electrical store.
b. They grow olives in countries like Greece and Italy.
Olives ________________ in countries like Greece and Italy.
c. People in China invented the first paper.
The first paper __________________ in China.
d. Millions of people watch the World Cup every four years.
The World Cup _________________ millions of people every four years.
e. Somebody stole ten computers from our school last night.
Ten computers ____________________ from our school last night.
Exercise 16
For a h, complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first. Use no more than three words.
a. My sister is the best piano player in the family.
My sister plays the piano _________________ anyone else in the family.
b. I speak French worse than you.
I dont speak French as _________________________ you.
c. Turn off your mobile!
The teacher told the student _________________________ his phone.
d. Would you like a cup of coffee?
She asked me _________________________ like a cup of coffee.
e. Where are you going?
Mum asked _________________________ was going.
f. Ten years ago my dad worked in a bank.
My dad _________________________ work in a bank.
g. If you plant seeds, they grow.
Seeds _________________________ if you plant them.
h. Somebody is fixing my laptop at the moment.
I _________________________ my laptop fixed at the moment.
Exercise 17
Here are five sentences about sports. Complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first. Use no more than
three words.
a. The weather was too bad for sailing.
The weather wasnt good _________________________ for sailing.
b. I prefer running to playing team games.
I like running _________________________ playing team games.
c. If you dont do sport every week, you wont get fit.
You wont get fit _________________________ you do sport every week.
d. I had tennis lessons because I wanted to improve my game.
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e.
I wanted to improve my game _________________________ I had tennis lessons.

When I was ten, I loved playing football.
I _________________________ love playing football when I was ten.
Exercise 18
For a h, complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first. Use no more than three words.
a. Its a long time since I played basketball.
I _________________________ basketball for a long time.
b. Theyve just won the match.
They _________________________ the match a few minutes ago.
c. Our team needs to score a goal!
Our team _________________________ a goal yet.
d. I dont know how to play rugby.
I _________________________ rugby before.
e. I last went snowboarding in 2002.
I _________________________ snowboarding since 2002.
f. Shes already been for a run today.
She _________________ for a run earlier today.
g. She didnt pass her driving test yesterday.
She _________________________ her driving test yet.
h. He moved to London many years ago.
He _________________________ in London for a long time.
Exercise 19
There are 7 questions in this quiz. Here are some questions about music. For each question, complete the second sentence so
that it means the same as the first sentence. Use no more than three words.
1. I havent been to a concert for a long time.
It's a long time since __________________ a concert.
2. Why don't you learn a musical instrument?
If I were you, __________________ learn a musical instrument.
3. If you don't practise the piano every day, you won't improve.
You won't improve unless __________________ the piano every day.
4. There are only a few concerts this month.
There aren't very __________________ concerts this month.
5. This room is too small for us to play music in.
This room isn't __________________ for us to play music in.
6. I prefer playing the guitar to playing the piano.
I like playing the guitar __________________ playing the piano.
7. It took them a long time to decide which concert to go to.
They spent a long time __________________ which concert to go to.
8. The bus station is near the new shopping centre.
The bus station isn't __________________ the new shopping centre.
9. I've never been to this shop before.
This is __________________ I've been in this shop.
10. The choice of food here is not as good as in the market.
The choice of food in the market __________________ here.
11. There is late-night shopping on Thursday.
The shops __________________ on Thursday.
12. Shall we go into town this afternoon?
Would __________________ go into town this afternoon.
Exercise 20
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Read these sentences. Complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first, using no more than three words.
a. The ring I bought was more expensive than the others in the shop.
I bought ________________________ ring in the shop.
b. The moon is smaller than the earth.
The moon is not ________________________ as the earth.
c. My brother is smaller than all the other boys in his class.
My brother is the ________________________ in his class.
d. Sailing is less tiring than windsurfing.
Sailing is not ________________________ windsurfing.
e. Children are given a quiz when they arrive at the museum.
The museum ________________________ children a quiz when they arrive.
f. I am driven to college every day by my sister.
My sister ________________________ me to college every day.
Exercise 21
Here are some sentences about a new flat. For each question, complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the
first, using no more than three words.
a. I have never lived in a flat before.
This is the first time _____________________________ in a flat.
b. My new flat is near the station.
My new flat is not _____________________________ the station.
c. The flat is bigger than my old one.
The flat is not _____________________________ my old one.
d. I moved into this flat two weeks ago.
I _____________________________ in this flat for two weeks.
e. The flat has two bedrooms.
There _____________________________ two bedrooms in the flat.
f. From my window, I have a lovely view.
From my window, the view _____________________________ lovely.
g. From this flat, my journey to work is very short.
I get to work very _____________________________ from this flat.
Exercise 22
Here are some sentences about a musical show. For each question, complete the second sentence so that it means the same as
the first, using no more than three words.
a. Tickets are sold in the box office until 8 p.m.
The box office _____________________________ tickets until 8 p.m.
b. There was such a tall man in front of me that I couldnt see very well.
The man in front of me was _____________________________ that I couldnt see very well.
c. The orchestra played too softly so it was difficult to hear the music.
The orchestra didnt play _____________________________ so it was difficult to hear the music.
d. Some of the performers were very good dancers indeed.
Some of the performers danced very _____________________________ indeed.
e. My favourite part was the last song.
The part I liked _____________________________ was the last song.
f. We should come to musicals more often.
We ought _____________________________ to musicals more often.
Exercise 23
Here are some sentences about daily routines. For each question, complete the second sentence so that it means the same as
1. At the weekend I get up later than during the week.
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2.
3.
4.
5.
During the week I ___________________ than at the weekend.

The college where I study is quite near my apartment.
The college where I study isnt very __________________ my apartment.
Yesterday morning my friend Marco arrived before I finished breakfast.
Yesterday morning I was __________________________ breakfast when my friend Marco arrived.
Marco told me not to forget my tennis racket.
Marco said ____________________ forget your tennis racket.
We play tennis every Wednesday afternoon.
We play tennis once _________________ on Wednesday afternoons.
Exercise 24
Here are some sentences about food and drink. For each question, complete the second sentence so that it means the same as
1. Your meal will get cold unless you eat it quickly.
Your meal will get cold if _____________________ eat it quickly.
2. The aubergine slices are deep-fried in olive oil for about a minute.
You _____________________ the aubergine slices in olive oil for about a minute.
3. The dish I like best is roast lamb with rice and fresh coconut.
My _______________________ dish is roast lamb with rice and fresh coconut.
4. The last time I ate seafood was four years ago.
I _______________ seafood for four years.
5. This curry is much spicier than the one you usually make.
The curry you usually make is not ______________________ this one.
Exercise 25
Here are some sentences about family and relationships. For each question, complete the second sentence so that it means the
same as the first, using no more than three words.
1. You neednt get on well with all your relatives.
You ______________________________ to get on well with all your relatives.
2. Some parents insist that their children tell them everything they do.
Some children ______________________ to tell their parents everything they do.
3. Melissa says shes not upset about living with her in-laws.
Melissa doesnt ______________________ with her in-laws.
4. Tom said he and Shelley had just got engaged.
Tom said Shelley and I ____________________________ engaged.
5. Tom knew Shelley for a year before they got engaged.
When Tom got engaged, he ________________________ Shelley for a year.
Exercise 26
Here are some questions about a family. For each question, complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the
first, using no more than three words.
E.g.:
My brother is older than me. -> I am ___________________ than my brother.
1. My parents prefer jazz to classical music.
My parents think jazz __________________ than classical music.
2. My parents can only go swimming at the weekend.
On weekdays, my parents arent _______________________ go swimming.
3. If I finish my homework, I can go out at the weekend.
I cant go out at the weekend _____________________ finish my homework.
4. My sister watches more TV than me.
I dont watch TV _____________________ my sister does.
5. My parents suggested going out for a meal. My parents said,
Why __________________________ we go out for a meal?
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Exercise 27
Here are some questions about learning a language. For each question, complete the second sentence so that it means the
same as the first, using no more than three words.
E.g.:
I enjoyed learning languages at school. ->I used ________________ learning languages at school.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
I went to France because I wanted to improve my French.

I wanted to improve my French __________________________ went to France.
I find speaking in a foreign language embarrassing.
I get ____________________________ when speaking in a foreign language.
I prefer speaking English to writing.
I like speaking English _______________________ writing it.
I was taught Italian by a very good teacher.
The teacher ___________________ taught me Italian was very good.
Im better at languages than any other subject.
Languages are my _________________ subject.
Exercise 28
Here are some questions about food. For each question, complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first,
using no more than three words.
E.g.:
My parents asked me if I was eating well. My parents said to me, ______________ well?
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Fish is better for you than meat.

Meat isnt ______________ for you as fish.
Snacks can be bought in the caf.
You ___________________ in the caf.
He can cook really well.
Hes really _____________________ cooking.
There are only a few good restaurants in this area.
There arent very _____________ good restaurants in this area.
It is a good idea to eat plenty of fruit and vegetables.
Everybody _______________________ plenty of fruit and vegetable.
Exercise 29
Here are some questions about emotions and experiences. For each question, complete the second sentence so that it means
the same as the first, using no more than three words.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Didnt you forgive John when he said he was sorry?

You _________________________ when he said he was sorry, didnt you?
You didnt think about Anns feelings when you shouted at her like that.
It was very ___________________ of you to shout at Ann like that.
My colleagues said, Why dont you apologise to her?
My colleague said, If I ______________________, Id apologise to her.
I found most of the people at the party really boring.
I was really __________________ most of the people at that party.
If I wasnt so embarrassed, it would be possible to return the present.
I was so embarrassed I _____________________ return the present.
Exercise 30
Here are some questions about fame and success. For each question, complete the second sentence so that it means the same
as the first, using no more than three words.
1. Most of the people who train as singers dont become famous soloists.
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2.
3.
4.
5.
Only a ___________________ the people who train as singers become famous soloists.
None of the graduates from film school found jobs this year.
There were __________________________ jobs for the graduates from film school this year.
The stars couldnt get away from the journalists.
There was _________________________ for the stars to hide from the journalists.
The actor and the writer didnt expect to win Oscars.
The actor didnt expect to win and ____________________ the writer.
My friend from school is the citys top tennis player, my sister told me.
My sister said the citys top tennis player was a friend _______________________ from school.
Exercise 31
Here are some questions about a student who is living in a flat. For each question, complete the second sentence so that it
means the same as the first, using no more than three words.
E.g.:
The flat is near my college. ->The flat is not ____________________ my college.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
My friend told me that I could stay in his flat.

My friend said, You _____________________ my flat.
I started living here two months ago.
I have lived here _____________________ two months ago.
This is the first time Ive lived in a city.
Ive _______________________ in a city before.
The flat has two bedrooms.
There ________________________ in the flat.
My bedroom is too small for all my books.
My bedroom is not ____________________________ for all my books.
Exercise 32 Complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first, using the words in bold.
1. He is responsible for the production department.
He is _____________________ the production department.
charge
2. On my job I have to visit clients at their workplace.
My _____________________ clients at their workplace.
involves
3. She retired early and wet to live on an island.
She took _______________________ and went to live on an island.
retirement
4. I earn 25,000 a year.
My ________________________ 25,000 a year.
income
5. She would prefer a job with regular working hours.
She would prefer a ____________________________ job.
nine-to-five
6. He gets 25,000 from his teaching job and another 10,000 from writing.
His total ____________________________ 35,000.
income
WRIITNG PART 2
Short communicative message (5 marks)
Candidates are required to write postcard, a note or an email of about 35 45 words. The aim of the part is to test
their effective communication of key information.
Its important to write something about all three points. Two points is NOT enough to get good marks.
Exercise 1:
A. Read the task and the answers A C below, ignoring the spelling and punctuation mistakes. Which answers includes all
the required information?
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You are working as a volunteer in another country. Write an email to an English friend, Tom. In your email, you should
tell him where you are
describe what work you are doing
suggest meeting in the future
Write 35 45 words.
Hi Tom
Im working as a volunteeer and Im having a fantastic time. Ive met so many intresting people. Lets meet when I
next come to London. We could go for a meal or something.
See you soon!
Isallela
Hi Tom
Guess what? Im working as a volunteer, studying different plant forms here. Ill be here for about six months and
then Im meeting some friends in Rio de Janeiro.
hope to see you soon!
Carmen
Hi Tom
Im working as a volunteer in the Brazilian rainforest at the moment. Im involved in a project that studies different
species of bird. Im hear until september and then Im in England. Shall we meet in London some time!
Bye!
Jasmine
B. Find and correct three mistakes with spelling or punctuation in ech answer.
C. Write your own answer to the task above.
Exercise 2:
A. Read the task and Luis answer. What extra information has Luis included? Find and cross out three unnecessary
sentences.
There is a documentary on TV tonight. Write an email to an English friend of yours. In your email you should
explain when the documentary is on
describe what it is about
say why your friend should watch it
Write 35 45 words.
Hi Mark
Theres a fascinating documentary on TV tonight, which starts at 9 oclock on Channel 3. Theres also a good film on
the other side, but I dont think you should watch that. The documentarys about modern graffiti artists in the US. Im
not very interested in art myself. I know how much you love street art, so I think you should watch it!
See you soon! Hopefully youll be at Suzies party!
Luis
B. Write your own answer to the task above.
Exercise 3:
You have had an accident and cant go to your friends party. Write a card to your friend. In your card, you should:
describe how the accient happened
say how you are now
suggest when you could meet again
Write 35 45 words.
Exercise 4:
You are having a party. Write a card to your English friend, Belinda. In your card you should:
explain why you are having the party
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tell her when and where it is

say who will be there
Write 35 45 words.
Exercise 5
You are going to move to a new homw. Write a card to your English friend, Carl. In your card, you should
describe your new home
say when you are moving
invite Carl to visit
Write 35 45 words.
Exercise 6:
You have recently started a new hobby. Write an email to your English friend, Tim. In your email you should
tell him what your new hobby is
say why you enjoy it
suggest a time and place to meet
Write 35 45 words.
Exercise 7
You are going to get a new pet. Write an email to your English friend, Alice. In your email you should
tell her what pet you are going to get
say why you chose it
suggest when you could meet
Write 35 45 words.
Exercise 8:
You visited your English friend, Sarah, last week. Write an email to Sarah.
In your email, you should:
thank her for having you
tell her about your journey home
suggest a time when she can visit you
Write 35 45 words.
WRITING PART 3
Question 7
I. Introduction:
Allow about 20 25 minutes to write your story or letter.
Stick to the question. You are asked to use about 100 words in your answer. If you write less than 80 words you
cannot get maximum marks; longer answers are not automatically given a lower mark, but they may contain
information that is not relevant to question.
1. Tips
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Before your actual writing, do not write a full, rough copy just make quick notes to plan your answer. Try to ask
yourself and answer some Wh- questions.
E.g. Read question below. Before you write the letter, think about what youre going to say:
Whats your pen friends name?
Whats the name of the video?
Whats it about?
Why would your pen friend like it?
Think about the closing sentence for your letter. Now, write your letter in about 100 words.
Part 3
Question 7
This is part of a letter you receive from an English pen friend.
Ive got a new video recorder and want to buy some videos. Whats the best video you have seen recently? Do
you think Id like it?
Now write a letter, answering your pen friends questions.
Write a letter on your answer sheet.
Remember to use paragraphs in your writing. The organization should be:

o Para 1: Introductory sentence; say why youre writing
o Para 2: Give the information that the question asks for
o Para 3: Write a finishing sentence.
Pay proper attention to punctuation and your handwriting. Make sure your handwriting is clear and easy to read.
2. Useful phrases for letters

Informal letters greetings
o Dear Jim
o Hello Jim
o Hi Jim
Introductory sentences for letters
o Hows it going?
o How are you?
o How are things (with you)?
o Thank you for your letter.
o It was good to receive your letter.
An informal letter referring to good news
o (Im really) Glad to hear about
o Im really happy to hear about
o I was very happy to read about
o Great news about your
An informal letter referring to bad news
o Im (very) sorry to hear about
o Sorry to read about
Goodbye sentences for letters
o Well, time to go.
o Well, its time to go.
o Well, got to go.
o Write soon.
o Make sure you write soon.
o Love.
o Lots of love.
o All my love.
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Will write again soon.
3.Practice:
3.1. Read part of this letter from Marco. Then read Wens reply and correct the mistakes with punctuation.
Ive just started doing a class in English. Ive met some great people and Ive learned a lot.
In your next letter, please tell me about your experience of learning English. What classes do you do? Do you enjoy
them?
dear marco
thanks for your letter it was great to hear from you you asked me to tell you about my experience of learning english
well at the moment im doing an english course at a language school and i have lessons twice a week weve got an
american teacher and shes really nice
last summer i did a course at a language school in london i really enjoyed being there and i met lots of really
interesting people how are your family hope to hear from you soon
wen
Write your own letter replying to Marco. Write about 100 words.
3.2. This is part of a letter you receive from an English pen friend called Dan.
In your next letter, tell me all about the music you like.
Stefano wrote this answer. Read his answer and then fill the gaps with your own words to write your own answer.
Dear Dan
I like listening to different kinds of music. My favourite is garage music. I dont go to many concerts because the
bands I like dont play in my town. I play my CDs in my bedroom but I have to play them quietly because my
family doesnt like the same kind of music as me. I buy one CD every month but I sometimes buy more in a sale. I
dont really like dancing but my sisters do. They enjoy going to night clubs. I play the violin and Id like to play the
guitar in a band.
Write back soon.
Stefano
I like listening to ___________________. My favourite is ___________________. I (dont) go to many concerts
because ___________________. I play my CDs _____________________________. I buy one CD every
___________________ but I sometimes buy ___________________. I (dont) like dancing and/ but
___________________. I (dont) play ___________________ and/but Id like to play ___________________.
3.3. Read the question below.

This is part of a letter you receive from an English friend.
Ive always wanted to know more about your favourite sport. Tell me all about it. Why do you like it?
Now write a letter, telling your friend about your favourite sport.
Write your letter on your answer sheet.

Now, plan what youre going to write by answering the following question:
What is your favourite sport?
When do you play it? Who with?
How long have you been playing it?
Are you any good at it?
Why do you like it?
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3.4. Read the question and read Abduls letter to Jim. Does it have good organisation? Does it answer the question? Are
there any parts of his letter that you find confusing?
Question:
This is part of a letter you receive from your penfriend.
Help! Its my brothers 14th birthday next month and I cant think of a present to give him. What do teenage boys
like getting as presents in your country?
Now write a letter, answering your penfriends question.
Answer
Dear Jim
Thank you for your letter. In this letter you are telling me that next month is your brothers birthday.
Happy birthday from me. He will be 14th next month so you can buy something special. I dont know if he like music
or not, but will be surprise if you buy any CD. If your brother like futbooll you can buy for him a booll so he can enjoy
player with his friend on a free time.
Teenage boys in my country like this surprises. I hope you will enjoy the party.
Lots of love
Abdul
3.5. Read the task below and Isabellas letter. Which piece of information does she leave out?
Question
This is part of a letter you receive from an English penfriend.
In your next letter, please tell me about a film youve seen recently. Whats it about? Who plays the main character?
Whats your favourite part of the film?
Now write a letter answering your penfriends questions.
Dear Anna
Thanks for your letter. You asked me about a film I saw recently. I went to see the comedy Night at the Museum2
last week.
The film is about a museum where the exhibits come to life at night. In the first film the hero, Larry Daley, who is
played by Ben Stiller, is a security man at the museum. In this film he has a different job, but he returns to help his
friends when they are in trouble.
You should watch the film because its funny, although it isnt as good as the first one.
See you soon!
Isabella
- Left-out information: _________________________________________________________________
- Write your own answer to the task.
3.6. Read the question and read the following letter. Give your comments.
Question
This is part of a letter you receive from some English friends.
For our next holiday, we want to visit your country. Is it best to spend our time in a city or in the countryside?
Which would you recommend and why?
Write a letter, answering your friends questions.
Answer
Hello, Dear Sandra
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I received your letter last Monday I hope you well I think is the best for you visited a city, because in a city there a lots of
place interesting, museums, lakes, sHops, Markets, and, churches I think so you like it, and on the evening you can go
out eating in an good restaurants, and dancin in an funny place, I think it very better the last week Holiday, we going to
visiting countryside for 2 days, its very quite and there are a beautiful scenery, we can walking in the mauntain.
Your comments:
Punctuation: ___________________________________________________________________
Organisation: __________________________________________________________________
Grammar: _____________________________________________________________________
Spelling: ______________________________________________________________________
NOTE: Examiners comments
Dear Jane,
thank you for your letter. Im very surprised youve bought a video recorder. As I know youve always preferred going
to the cinema to sitting at home in front of a TV, havent you? dont be angry with me, its only a joke. You asked me to
recommend you some good videos. Recently Ive seen some, but the best of them is Microcosmos. Its the right film
for you about the nature. But the authors show us round the nature in unusual way you can see the life of the smallest
animals, e.g. ants, snails, worms etc. Its amazing! And the music is wonderful. Try it and write me back. Im looking
forward to your opinion.
Love.
This is a very good attempt with confident and natural language, for example youve always preferred going to the
cinema to sitting at home in front of a TV, havent you? There is a wide range of structures and vocabulary, and it is well
organised and linked. The errors are minor and non-impeding. Band 5.
Dear Bob,
My favorite sport has always been swimming. I love it!
I started swimming when I was 10, and never stopped till last year when I started university. I believe it is the most
complete sport for training the body and that it is one of the few sports where you cant win if you dont practice a lot.
Unfortunately I had to stop swimming because I didnt have time to practice 2 hours every day. I also love competitions:
it is great when you have to race with someone else, and it is even better when you finish your race and find out you have
improved your best time.
Yours
Andrea
This is a very good attempt, showing confident and ambitious language, for example My favorite sport has always been
swimming. It is very well-organised, with a wide range of structures and vocabulary, for example it is one of the few sports
where you cant win if you dont practice a lot. The few minor errors in spelling do not detract from the high degree of
accuracy. Band 5
Lots of love
Abdul
This is an adequate attempt, showing some ambitious language but with flaws, for example I dont know if he like music or
not, but will be surprise if you buy any CD. There is adequate range and organisation but a number of mostly non-impeding
errors, especially in the second paragraph, for example If your brother like futbooll you can buy for him a booll so he can
enjoy player Some effort by the reader is required here. Band 3.
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Dear Jim
Lots of love
Abdul
Hello, Dear Sandra
I received your letter last Monday I hope you well I think is the best for you visited a city, because in a city there a lots of
place interesting, museums, lakes, sHops, Markets, and, churches I think so you like it, and on the evening you can go
out eating in an good restaurants, and dancin in an funny place, I think it very better the last week Holiday, we going to
visiting countryside for 2 days, its very quite and there are a beautiful scenery, we can walking in the mauntain.
This letter was marked Band 2 and described by the examiner as an inadequate attempt. There are many mistakes and a lot
of effort is needed from the reader. Correct the letter, paying particular attention to these basic mistakes:
Punctuation:
no full stops, and wrong use of capital letters
Organisation:
no paragraphs, no signature
Grammar:
problems with singulars and plurals
Spelling:
six mistakes
HOMEWORK
Exercise 1
Here is part of a letter you have received from an English friend.
Last time you wrote that you had exams soon. What are you planning to do when they are over? Are you going on
holiday or what?
Now you are writing a letter to this friend. Write your letter in about 100 words.
Exercise 2
This is part of a letter you receive from your English friend, Mary.
In your next letter, please tell me all about the party you went to last weekend. Did you enjoy it? Did you meet
anybody interesting?
Now write your letter to Mary answering her questions. Write your letter in about 100 words.
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WRITING PART 3
Question 8
1. Tips
Make some notes to plan your story by asking yourself:
Where?
Who?
Why?
When?
How (long/ much/ often, etc)?
What?
Its good to try and join some of your ideas with linking words e.g. so, when, but, because, suddenly. This will help
your writing to read better.
2. Useful phrases
Time phrases:
o It all began
o Shortly afterwards
o Meanwhile
o Not long afterwards
o Some time later
o Later that day
o A little later
o Finally
o In the end
o Eventually
Phrases for dramatic effect
o Suddenly
o All of a sudden
o Without warning
o Out of the blue
o Just at that moment
o Quite unexpectedly
o As if from nowhere
Direct speech
o ., said/ shouted/ screamed/ whispered/ announced/ thought/ cried/ promised Fred.
Concluding stories
o When it was all over
o Looking back now
o In retrospect
o In the end
o After all that had happened
-
2. Practice
2.1. Your English teacher has asked you to write a story. Your story must begin with this sentence:
The bus was late so I decided to walk.
Questions to ask yourself:
Where were you going?
Why were you going there?
When were you waiting for the bus?
Who were you with?
Who did you see during your walk?
What happened during the walk?
What was the weather like?
How long did it take you?
Sample:
The bus was late so I decided to walk. That day I had a lesson. During my walk I met my friend Claudia.
We didnt meet each other for long time so I decided to go with her in a bar. She was very down because
her boyfriend was away for a work. I wanted to help her and so I suggested to go to disco that evening. So
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we went Jubilee and she enjoied herself too much. So I was very happy and she too because that evening
she met a lot of her old friend and so for few hour didnt remind her boyfriend.
Comments:
- Range of structures: ________________________________________
- Linking device: ____________________________________________
- Grammar: ________________________________________________
-> Mark: ______
Now write your own story.
2.2. Read the question below and read this students story. Underline all the linking words.
Question
Your English teacher has asked you to write a story. Your story must have this title:
A very unusual evening
Answer
It was a warm evening in the summer. I was on my way to Andy. He had asked me to call in. As I had plenty of time I
was walking slowly. It became darker. Suddenly I heard a cry. Not far away on a bridge I recognised two persons who
were fighting. When I looked carefully I could see two boys. Then one of them pushed the other down the bridge into the
water and ran away. By the time I arrived at the river and saw that the boy in the water was unconscious. Without a
second thought I sprung into the river. I could catch him and bring him out of the water. I started with first aid. At first I
thought he was dead but then he started to move his arms and to breathe. He was alive!
Comments:
3. Use of language: ____________________________________________________________
4. Range of structure: __________________________________________________________
5. Linking devices: ____________________________________________________________
6. Organisation: _______________________________________________________________
2.3. These sentences tell a story, but they are in the wrong order. Read the sentences and put them in the correct order. Then
choose a title below.
Happy holidays
An unusual holiday
A strange event
Bad luck
Brothers and sisters
a. She was walking towards a busy road.
b. Well, who did? Because thats why I didnt cross the road, she said.
c. After a few minutes, my mother realised that Agnes wasnt with us.
d. My father was looking round the town while my mother was watching Agnes and me on the beach.
e. It was very dangerous.
f. Wheres Daddy? she asked.
g. No, said my father and Agnes looked surprised.
h. We looked round and we saw her.
i. When my father arrived a few minutes later, Agnes asked him Did you call me?
j. When I was six, my parents took my little sister, Agnes, and me to the seaside one afternoon.
k. Suddenly she stopped and walked back to us.
2.4. Read question 8 below. Before you write your story, think about what youre going to say:
Why was it the most important day of your life?
What happened?
How did you feel?
Did it work out well or badly in the end?
Question 8
o Your English teacher has asked you to write a story.
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Your story must begin with this sentence.

I woke up knowing it was the most important day of my life.
o Write your story on your answer sheet.
Now, write your story in about 100 words. What verb tense(s) will you use for your story?
2.5. Read the question below.
Question
Your English teacher has asked you to write a story. Your story must begin with this sentence.
I was really surprised when I read the email.
Write your story on your answer sheet.
Before you write, think about:
The verb tenses you will use
Who the email was from
What it said
If it was a good or bad surprise
What you did
What the result was
Now write a 100-word story beginning I was really surprised when I read the email.
2.6. Read the task and story below. Complete 1 5 with a suitable adverb.
Question
A Silly Mistake
Write your story in about 100 words.
Answer
I opened my eyes and (1) __________________ jumped out of bed. I had an important interview for a job to go to. In
two minutes I was in the showing singing so (2) __________________ that my younger brother in the next room banged
on the wall.
Twenty minutes later I was in the empty kitchen, wearing my best suit. The house is (3) _____________ quiet, I
thought, as I ate my breakfast (4) __________________.
Before long, I was at the bus stop. Where is everybody? I wondered as I climbed onto an empty bus. Finally I was
outside the locked glass door of an office building and then I (5) __________________ realised. Today was Sunday, not
Monday.
Write your own answer to the task above. Use adverbs where necessary.
2.7. Match the titles of the stories with endings a e. There is one extra ending you dont need.
The kindest person in the world
A miserable day
A fantastic meal
The amazing journey
a. We paid the bill and told the waiter how much we had enjoyed ourselves.
b. I still cant believe that she did so much for me. I will never, ever forget her.
c. It was definitely the most exciting fairground ride Ive ever been on.
d. At last we arrived home, tired but happy. Ill always remember the experience.
e. The rain got worse and worse. In the end, we decided to go home.
2.8. Read the task and the paragraphs A D. Decide which paragraph does not belong to the story and put the others into the
correct order.
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A terrible holiday
Write about 100 words.
A. We put up our tent, but after a about half an hour, the whole area was flooded. Suddenly, there was a strong gust of
wind and our tent blew away. In the end, we had to stay in a nearby hotel!
B. Eventually, we walked to a nearby shop and called the police. It wasnt long before they arrived and we were able to
tell them what had happened.
C. As we got closer to the sea, the weather began to change. At first it was a bit cloudy and rainy, but then it began to
rain very hard and just as we arrived at the campsite we saw a flash of lightning.
D. Last month, I went on a camping trip to the beach with some friends. We borrowed my parents car and left early on
a bright and sunny Saturday morning.
Now write your own story in about 100 words with the previous title.
SAMPLE TEST
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TEST PREPARATION

PRELIMARY ENGLISH TEST

Test Preparation Reading And Writing

What does it test?

What do you do?

Your ability to understand longer

Match descriptions of people with

What does it test?

What do you do?

Your ability to write a short message

Your accuracy and range in writing

a prohibition/ something not allowed

A. Entrance to the park will be free at certain

New Street Station

A. There will be a delay to your journey today.

Road repairs here 13 15 June

A. It will not be possible to drive here for three

C. You cannot leave cars here between 13 and 15

Sue wants Chloe to

Rob wants Mark to

Why has Katie emailed Josh about

2. Louis and Jane would like to

3. Leroy works in a city office and

B. Chestnuts Health Club

3. Hugo draws in his free

A. Complete beginners will learn how to create art based on

B. This course is for anyone looking for a new hobby or a

Antonio enjoys films with

2. Julia has two children

3. Josef likes exciting films

participants will not only but also

an overnight guided trip, staying in forest cabins

an area little known outside of New Zealand

depending on the weather

essential items which cannot be bought locally

Upon receipt of the form we will check X

If you decide not to go after all

10. to arrange your own travel insurance ..

The first El Rio became a popular restaurant as soon as it opened.

Andrew worked in number of restaurants before he turned 40.

Andrews first job involved working with musicians.

Andrew failed in his career as a stage designer.

The idea of starting a restaurant came from Andrews friend.

Andrew Benton, restaurant owner and businessman

Adventure racing takes place at traditional sporting venues.

Adventure racers sometimes have to climb the walls of tall buildings.

There is an age limit for competitors.

Lyman and Joseph sold a range of different clothes in their shop.

People had to visit Bloomingdales to find out what they sold.

Lyman organised special events for the public at Bloomingdales.

Bloomingdales designer shopping bags can be worth a lot of money.

The store began to attract younger customers in the 1970s.

Bloomingdale stores can be found in many countries around the world.

B. Encouraging school students to enter a competition.

Task 2 Choose the correct words to complete the email.

The Royle Family

Complete this table of verbs and nouns.

I havent got time to take regular exercise, she said.

By the time I arrived at the party everybody ____________________ home.

I wanted to improve my game _________________________ I had tennis lessons.

During the week I ___________________ than at the weekend.

I went to France because I wanted to improve my French.

Fish is better for you than meat.