Part 1 – Match each sentence to the correct sign or notice.

Write the correct answer in the

space provided. (5 marks)

1. You cannot use your phone. ( ) A

You should put things back in the right

2.
place. ( ) B

3. Go here if you have lost something. ( ) C

4. What should Joe do?

Joe, A. Go for the lesson on Tuesday without informing Jack
The music lesson is scheduled for B. Let Jack know if he cannot come on Monday
Monday evening as usual. If you
cannot come on Monday, we will C. Go for the lesson on Monday morning ( )
have it on Tuesday. Please text me if
there is any change.

Jack

5. Which is NOT a true statement about the poster?

A. It contains the details for a party.
ATTENTION
B. The party will be held in Conference Room A.
What: Christmas Party

When: December 15, 2012,

C. The party will start at 7 in the evening.
3:00p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
( )
Where: Conference Room A

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Part 2 – Choose the correct word to complete the sentence. Write the correct answer (A, B or
C) in the space provided. (5 marks)
6. The school is Jack’s _______________ place. ( )
A. favourite
B. popular
C. best
7. The school offers many _______________ for Jack to improve himself. ( )
A. opportunities
B. traditions
C. likings
8. Maria's noodles were an instant ____________ during the food fair. ( )
A. success
B. like
C. favoured
9. Last month, a clothes shop _______________ near Anne’s house. ( )
A. opened
B. began
C. arrived
10. It only _______________ Anne five minutes to get to the clothes shop. ( )
A. takes
B. has
C. gets

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Part 3 – Read the sentences below and select the correct response. (5 marks)
11. Why didn’t you come to the pool yesterday? ( )
A. I didn’t see them there.
B. It was a great time.
C. I was busy.
12. I have to go home now. ( )
A. Have you been before?
B. It’s still quite early.
C. How long was it for?
13. Whose phone is that? ( )
A. It’s not there.
B. Wasn’t it?
C. I’m not sure.
14. There weren’t any more tickets for the match. ( )
A. That’s a pity.
B. It isn’t enough.
C. I hope so.
15. Shall we play that new computer game? ( )
A. It’s all right.
B. Yes, it is.
C. If you want to.

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Part 4 – Read the short texts below and complete the table with the correct information.
(5 marks)

VISA APPLICATION FORM

Name: Alice Silveiro
Nationality: 16)
Job: 17)
Address in Britain: 18)
Why are you visiting Britain? 19)
How long will you stay? 20)

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Part 5 – Complete the text by writing one word in the spaces provided. (5 marks)
How to cook Rice Congee
Rice congee or porridge is a nutritious dish that can be eaten at any time of the day; on its own or
with a side dish. It is a popular dish found in many Asian countries. Here are 6 easy steps to cook
Rice Congee.
1. The first step is to wash the rice with water. Rub the rice grains using the palms of your
hands. When the water turns murky, pour the water away. Repeat the washing process
(21) ___________ the water is clear.
2. Let the rice grains soak in the water for about 15 minutes.
3. Bring the water and rice to a boil (22) ___________ lower the heat to a simmer.
4. Stir occasionally to prevent the rice (23) ____________ sticking together or to the bottom
of the pot. Stirring is important because rice grains will settle to the bottom, stick to the
pot and burn.
5. Once the grains are broken and the congee reaches the consistency you want, turn
(24) ___________ the stove.
6. Add seasonings and sesame oil to taste. Congee is classically served
(25) ___________ seasoned peanuts and pickled veggie slivers.

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Part 6 – Complete the text. Choose the correct answer and write it in the space provided.
(10 marks)

A Time for Everything

One of the most (26) ________________ skills a student should know is how to manage

time (27) ________________. My parents always remind me (28) _____________ this, but I must

admit (29) ________________ I don't really know how I can do it. I often find

(30)_________________ planning, but not really sticking to it. The result is that I often _______

(31) ________________ to accomplish my projects and homework.

Once, my teacher asked us to write (32) ________________ essay on procrastinating. She

gave us one month to finish the project. I immediately told myself that I would start working on

the paper that same evening.

I went home with the resolve of putting my plan (33) ________________ action. Just then,

my phone rang. It was my friend Vivien. She invited me to go shopping for a birthday present for

her mom that afternoon. I immediately agreed, and (34) ________________ myself that I could

postpone the essay for another day.

Days went (35) ________________, and suddenly, I found myself cramming to finish my

essay. As a result, I got an ‘F’ for my poorly-written essay. I could say that I learned about proper

time management the hard way.

26. A. used B. useful C. using ( )

27. A. wise B. wisdom C. wisely ( )
28. A. of B. on C. at ( )
29. A. that B. which C. since ( )
30. A. my B. mine C. myself ( )
31. A. rash B. rushes C. rush ( )
32. A. the B. an C. a ( )
33. A. inside B. within C. into ( )
34. A. told B. replied C. said ( )
35. A. at B. by C. up ( )

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Part 7 - There are 5 missing words in the text. Write ONE word in each space. (10 marks)
If you are a traveler to another (36) __________, an important thing that you must know is
that there are different ways of saying hello and greeting (37) __________ people. These greetings
are based on the country’s unique culture and traditions.
Different cultures have different greeting gestures. In Bangladesh, people often make a
small salute with their right (38) __________as a form of greeting. In Cambodia, they keep their
hands together and assume a praying position to say hello. The Greeks often pat each other on the
back to demonstrate how happy they are to see you. In Mongolia, the people living in rural places
might exchange a pipe as a greeting. In Argentina, people may kiss each other on the cheek or hug
each other to say (39) __________. People in the Philippines often kiss the hands of their elders as
a sign of (40) __________ and a form of greeting. Koreans traditionally bow when they see each
other. This is also true for the Japanese.

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Part 8 – The following sentences are incorrect. Choose the correct option A, B, or C.
(5 marks)
41. My sister and I planned to go out, and it started to rain. ( )
A. also
B. during
C. but
42. Students who don’t study hardly in school perform bad in exams. ( )
A. hard in school performs bad in exams.
B. hard in school perform badly in exams.
C. hardly in school perform badly in exams.
43. Communication is the more popular use of the Internet, with email ( )
topping the list of all the technologies used.
A. more popularly used
B. a most popular use
C. the most popular use
44. We usually offer special dishes honours our ancestors. ( )
A. to honour
B. to honours
C. to honoured
45. Aside from her hard work, patience, and sheer determination, she was ( )
able to become a world-renowned ballerina.
A. Because of her
B. Since her
C. Despite her

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Part 9 - Read the text and questions below. For each question, mark the correct letter A, B, C
or D in the brackets provided. (10 marks)

River Exploration
Fifteen-year-old Alex Tan talks about an exciting science project.
Last month, I got the chance to take part in a river exploration research project on one of
the most famous rivers in Thailand called the Chao Phraya. A team of professional researchers,
led by the scientist Dr. Mark Stevens, was trying to learn more about the fish and various
creatures that live in this river. The Chao Phraya is a long stretch of river, and we spent three days
on a boat.
The team used a piece of underwater equipment called a Remotely Operated Vehicle
(ROV) to collect information. The ROV could measure water depth and temperature, and it also
had a camera that sent live film back to the boat. The ROV was great fun. It was controlled by a
computer on the boat, and I was allowed to operate it a few times.
However, the thing I enjoyed most was diving into the river. At first, I was quite
frightened. It was mainly because at some periods the water was murky. However, as soon as I
jumped into the water, I wasn’t afraid anymore. It was amazing to see all the big and colourful
fish swimming around.
I will never forget the Chao Phraya River. The trip was like a holiday but I also learnt new
things about science and research projects. The team was very friendly and everyone was happy
to explain what they knew about the river. It was a great opportunity, and it has made me think
about my goals in life. The experience will definitely help me work harder to become a scientist.

46. What is Alex Tan doing in the text?

A. Alex is describing the part he played in a science project.
B. Alex is explaining how to apply for a place on a science trip.
C. Alex is giving advice on understanding difficult areas of science.
D. Alex is persuading others to organise their own science projects.
47. What does Alex say about the ROV?
A. It was difficult to operate.
B. It could only go so far under water.
C. It was an expensive piece of equipment.
D. It recorded what was happening under water.

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48. What was Alex’s attitude towards diving?
A. His main worry was he sometimes couldn’t see clearly.
B. He enjoyed it less than other parts of the trip.
C. His feelings changed once he was in the water.
D. He was quite disappointed by the variety of fish.
49. What effect has the trip had on Alex?
A. It has changed his opinion of science.
B. It has improved the way he works in a team.
C. It has made him a lot more interested in the river.
D. It has encouraged him to work towards his goals.
50. What might Alex write in his diary about the trip?
A. It was very interesting working with Dr. Stevens and his team but I wish
someone else my age had been on the trip.
B. Going to the Chao Phraya River was great fun. I now know much more
about science but I realise there’s still a lot more to learn.
C. The trip was like a holiday and I saw some amazing fish. The only thing I
disliked was collecting information about the river.
D. The Chao Phraya River is a beautiful place but scientists are worried that
pollution levels there will increase.

Part 10 - Write a paragraph of about 60 words based on the following topic:

Describe a happy event in your life

 When did the happy event happen?
 Where did it happen?
 What was it about and how did it make you happy?

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 Part 11 - Write an essay of about 150 words based on the following topic:

‘Money is the only reason we work’. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Use specific
reasons and details to support your answer.

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