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You are given some people (1-5) who want to buy a book, and descriptions of the books (A-H). Decide which book would be best for each reader and choose the correct letter.






Readers – Books

1. Sarah needs a book for a long trip and likes detective stories. If the main character is a woman, even better.

2. John is looking for a humourous book about life in the different countries in Europe, because he is going there in the summer. He is an American law student.

3. Norman has time to kill and needs a book about animals and unusual people, because these subjects interest him. He doesn't want the book to be too heavy as he is not a serious reader.

4. Joan is looking for a book with short stories. She wants to pick it up when she has a few minutes free and be able to follow the action. She is not keen on drama, and needs something relaxing and easy to read. She likes reading about love and romance.

5. Mike needs a book to help him travel. He is visiting Spain and needs information on what to see and do. It should not be too detailed because he doesn't really like reading very much.

 

A. Life on The Road - by Jamie Butcher

This book chronicles one man's journey from the UK to Iran by bike with his two dogs. It describes the people he met and the hardships he had to face. Sleeping rough with only his dogs for company gave him plenty of time to think, and his thoughts are shared in this lovely book.

B. Dakoo - by Ricky Sharma

If you are interested in Indian legends and mysteries, this could be the book for you. The writer desribes the life of a thief in the India of the British occupation, and does a good job. It may be a bit long for some readers, but you get your money's worth.

C. Mañ ana - by Rupert Harman

You could call this the best book ever written on Spain without any fear of contradiction. The writer understands his subject, but more importantly is elegant in what he chooses to explain and how he explains it. Once you read the book, it's hardly worth going because his words will have given you everything you could discover in reality.

D. Slam Dunk - by Morris James

Detective Vicky Marshal takes no prisoners in this masterpiece. There is corruption in the NBA and she is after the ring leaders, but her life is in danger as the bad guys won't give up their action without a fight. You will need time if you pick this book up, because you won't be able to put it down.

E. The Look - by Jane Hill

The writer is a clinical psychologist and has used all her analytical skill to produce this enchanting collection of short stories, each one a gem. The work is fresh and the description of how people form relations will surprise you.

F. Leather on leather - by David Lancing

England won the football world cup in 1966 and here we are given a view of what it would have been like to have been in the changing rooms with that winning team. All the intrigue and sporting tension is beautifully described, and the reader is transported to another time very effectively.

G. Life In The Olive Grove - by Mark Zola

This is a beautifully written book about life in southern Europe, written by a very funny man. It is full of perceptive observations and you can almost taste the olive oil and fresh tomatoes. Anyone travelling to this part of the world would be well advised to carry this gem with them.

H. Sayonara - by Mavis Ford

Japan in the fifties after the war was a very complicated place. It isn't simple at the best of times, but here the Japanese society of that period is explained through the eyes of two lovers. This is not any normal love story because both characters are blind. A good read, but not for the faint hearted.

You are given some people (1-5) who want to go on holiday, and descriptions of places to visit (A-H). Decide which place would be best for each visitor and choose the correct letter.

Holiday Makers – Destinations

1. Joe loves driving and wants to visit little villages off the beaten track. He is thinking of going on a driving holiday with some friends and just stopping where they like for some pub food in a restful atmosphere.

2. Megan is from a small village and would like to visit a big city, but doesn't want to spend a lot of time getting there. She wants a good hotel and good food, but doesn't want to break the bank.

3. The Jordan family needs a short day out, but money is tight. They have never been out of England, and would love to visit Europe, but they are not sure how they will ever be able to. They must be back home by 9 p.m.

4. Didier is a French student studying in Aberdeen and would like to see some more of Scotland. He has heard of the fantastic scenery but doesn't like driving, He loves the sea and wouldn't mind trying the whiskey and some local food.

5. The Coe family have been saving up and want to go somewhere special. The kids love anything to do with the sea, and mum and dad have very good jobs, so money is not a problem. Unfortunately the must be back before 11p.m.

A. Dive into the Ocean

This special marine experience allows you to swim with dolphins and feed the seals. You are given wet suits and you spend the day with the staff of one of the biggest aquariums in Europe. A five star lunch is included in the package, and your ferry home sets sail at 6: 00. It is quite expensive, but well worth it.

B. A Desert Experience

You fly to Marrakesh, and then a short bus ride into the desert where you sleep under the stars in special tents. In the morning you race four by fours over the dunes and taste the delicacies of the middle east. This three day package is very well priced and is sure to be an unforgettable experience.

C. North Wales by Road

This area is far away from any major cities and you can just lose yourself in country lanes and suddenly be surprised by spectacular views. There seems to be a pub round every bend with good beer, lovely people and fantastic local food. If you want a holiday to remember, come to North Wales by car, and make yourself at home.

D. Calais on you Doorstep

This day trip to Calais brings all the romance of France into your front room at a price that is ridiculously cheap. You start from Dover, and after a thirty minute hovercraft ride, start your guided tour round one of the most closely guarded secrets in the travel world. You walk through the old town and then on to a typical French lunch. In the afternoon you visit one of the biggest Hypermarkets in Europe before its time to run back to the Hovercraft and home for dinner with lots of wonderful memories.

E. Shopping Planet

This package is not for beginners. You fly from London to New York, lunch on the plane, and straight to the shops as soon as you land. Your limousine takes you to all the best places, and the only question is, will you survive? The price is not cheap, but then none of the best things in life are cheap.

F. Visit Antwerp

A four day all inclusive break in one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. This package offers you four star living, full board, at two star prices. Places are selling fast, so don't hesitate. The price also includes the 45 minute flight from London, and before you know it, you will be getting ready for the hotel happy hour in the roof top bar with spectacular views of the big city lights.

G. London by Night

You meet as a group after dinner at 8pm in Piccadily circus and your guide takes you to all the best places for after darkers in London. You are invited in to a few, and one drink is on the house, as you move on to the next oasis. The full tour lasts five hours, after which you are free to re-visit the place you liked the best.

H. Come home to Orkney

You take a short ferry ride from the harbour and when you arrive in Orkney, it is as if you are on a different planet. No big city noise and congestion here, just beautiful scenery, lovely warm people and unspoilt nature. You drift around the main village, taking in the peaceful atmosphere and now and again you stop for a wee dram. You eat a proper Scottish lunch, some more sightseeing before its time to return to the grindstone, until next time.

 

 

You are given some people (1-5) who want to go to college, and descriptions of the colleges (A-H). Decide which college would be best for each student and choose the correct letter.

Students – Colleges

1. Norma is from a small village and wants a college in a big city. She also wants to have organised tours of the city to make it easier to get to know the place. She wants to study Business, on a full time basis, starting in September.

2. Pedro wants something very relaxed. He only wants to study English in the summer, and then for only a few hours a week. He is much more interested in sightseeing and needs a lot of free time to visit places of interest. He would prefer to stay in a city with a family who could help him get to know the area and meet local people.

3. Anika wants to learn English and is able to come at any time of the year. She would prefer to come when the weather is nice. She is a personal trainer and so is very sporty, and wants to stay with a family so she can appreciate local ways of living.

4. Myriam doesn't have much money and wants to improve her English, so she is looking for an evening course and the chance to work during the day to pay for it. She feels that would be easier at a college in a big city, and would like to live in a flat or a house.

5. Lourdes needs to learn English urgently and is looking for a full time intensive course, but she is only free in the summer for the months of July and August. She is also interested in learning as much about British culture as possible and so would prefer to live with a family rather than staying in a hostel. She is also hoping to get involved in all social activities arranged by the college.

 

 

A. Walton College

Located on the West coast of England, This college has easy access to the big cities of Liverpool and Manchester, but is also near the unspoilt nature of North Wales. Part time and full time courses in English are available all year, and course length can be tailored to the needs of the student. We have excellent connections with local families to host students, or hostel facilities are also available.

B. Dover College

Dover college specialises in business and offers a special three year course, including a module on accountancy. The students normally stay on campus, and there aren't many local houses near the college. Prices are reasonable and grants and scholarships are also available, but you have to be quick to get these.

C. Chetwick College

This college is based in central London, a few minutes from the underground station. It offers courses in Business studies with accountancy, and English, both full time and part time. It also has a very flexible evening class programme of six hours a week. Students have the choice of arranging their own accommodation in flats, or staying with host families.

D. Luton College

This college is very popular with students who wish to study dance. It offers part time courses and full time courses, and in summer has an intensive course programme. The cost is very reasonable and regular trips to see dance performances are arranged by the college. Students can either live in accommodation provided by the college or arrange their own accommodation.

E. Dalston College

This college is located in the town of Dalston and is part of a vibrant community. The college is well known for its English courses, especially in the summer. The social side of studying is taken very seriously here and the college organises trips and other social events very regularly. Accommodation can either be in college residences or with host families who are keen to help students get involved in community activities.

F. Park College

Situated on the south coast of England, this college is surrounded by beautiful countryside. There are fantastic golf facilities and an extensive sports programme is also available. Students have a choice of living on campus or with local families. Engish courses on a full time or part time basis are available all year round, but especially in the summer. Being near the sea means this is one of the warmest parts of the country.

G. Thames College

This college has a very good reputation for its English courses, but only offers full time courses that last ten months. It has students from all over the world and has an active social programme to help students get accustomed to British culture. There are also a few courses for Welsh and Gaelic in the summer. Accommodation is with families who live locally as the college doesn't have its own facilities.

H. Stockwood College

This college is in the centre of the city of Newcastle which is on the sea. It offerscourses in Business, Economics and English, for full time and part time students, starting in September and finishing in June. Additionally it has excellent accomodation facilities for students and regular trips are organised to help students appreciate this beautiful part of England.

5) You are going to read a piece of text. For questions 1 - 10, choose the correct answer which you think fits best according to the text. Mark “T” if it is true and “F” if it is false.

Sally had been sitting with her sister next to the river for ages and was fed up. Her sister was reading a book, and Sally couldn't understand why the book didn't have any pictures. All her books had pictures, and lots of them. The field next to them was full of daisies and Sally was seriously thinking of getting up and going to pick some for a daisy chain, but it was just so hot. She felt sleepy and in the distance she clearly saw a little white rabbit come out of a hole in the ground and look at her. It just stared. Then it came closer and closer, as if it was surprised to see Sally. It looked at her for a while, then decided to turn round and go away, not very interested in Sally. She had half a sandwich left over from lunch, and ran after the rabbit in case it was hungry, but it kept on running away, very uninterested. Then it disappeared. She turned round to tell her sister, but the rabbit was reading a book and her sister wasn't there anymore. What was even more surprising was that the rabbit was wearing glasses to read, which was very unusual. Just then, she got a sharp nudge and woke up to realise she had been dreaming.

Questions:

1. Sally was bored in the beginning.

2. Both the girls were reading books.

3. The sisters read the same kinds of books.

4. They were out in the country.

5. Sally wasn't sure if she had seen a rabbit.

6. The weather was hot, which made her sleepy.

7. The rabbit was nervous and ran away.

8. The rabbit wanted Sally's sandwich.

9. The rabbit went down a hole and hid.

10. Sally had fallen asleep.

 

 

6) You are going to read a piece of text. For questions 1 - 10, choose the correct answer which you think fits best according to the text. Mark “T” if it is true and “F” if it is false.

Social networking sites like facebook, are internet sites which have been created to enable people to communicate with their friends and family, and also to meet people who may be interested in the same things as they are. Over the years, there have a few others, like Myspace, and Linkedin, some of which were very popular but then lost their popularity. They were not intended for the same kinds of people, because Linkedin was created for professional people to exchange information between themselves, while Myspace and Facebook were more for social interaction, although the people using facebook tend to be older than the people who used Myspace. An interesting phenomenon is the influence the internet has had on the English language, by the creation of new verbs. Now you can 'Google' something, or you can 'Facebook' your photos, which means upload your photos to the internet. As you 'google' somebody to see who they are, you can also 'Facebook' somebody to see who their friends are, and whether you have any friends in common, or ask to 'Facebook' someone, which means ask for permission to add them to your list of friends. Both Facebook and Myspace have become very versatile words, unlike Linkedin which has not yet become a verb in this way. Another addition to the language is the distortion of existing words. So, while you're 'facebooking' or 'myspacing' you may also find yourself 'commenting', which means writing a comment on someone's Facebook or MySpace page. This, of course, is very normal, because a language is really a living thing, in that it reflects what people are doing and saying at any given time.

Questions:

1. Myspace users are usually younger than Facebook users.

2. The people who join Linkedin have good jobs.

3. The language has benefitted from the new words like adjectives and adverbs which these new sites have given.

4. The word 'Myspace' is less versatile than the word 'Facebook'.

5. Linkedin, Myspace and Facebook have all contributed new words.

6. 'to comment' in the language of the internet means to leave a message for someone on their site.

7. Facebook can be used for different things.

8. These new words have been in use for ten years.

9. The word 'facebook' has various uses.

10. You cannot add anyone's name to your facebook page without their authorisation.

 

7) You are going to read a piece of text. For questions 1 - 10, choose the correct answer which you think fits best according to the text. Mark “T” if it is true and “F” if it is false.

 

The Battle of Bannockburn on June 24, 1314, was a significant Scottish victory in the First War of Scottish Independence, and a landmark in Scots history. it was fought between Robert the Bruce, the king of Scotland and the English king Edward II. The important English stronghold of Stirling Castle was under siege by the Scots, and King Edward II assembled a formidable army to relieve it. But this army was badly led and no match for the smaller force under Robert the Bruce, who was very familiar with the terrain, which was crossed by many streams, including Bannock Burn. At that time, Edward II wanted to rule the whole country, but Robert the Bruce helped the Scots to resist and to form a large army which attacked Stirling castle.The strongest part of the English army were the bowmen, and when the English archers attacked, the Scots, who had no bowmen, could not defend themselves or fight back.Robert the Bruce, however, was ready for this, and he called for his cavalry, which was too quick for the bowmen, and the Scots chased them from the battlefield. As the English advanced, the Scots put sharp sticks in front of their soldiers, dug holes in the ground for the English cavalry to fall into, which discouraged them. News of the battle caused many Scots to come to watch from a nearby hill, but these people confused the English into believing they were being attacked by another army, and they all deserted, giving the Scots a famous victory. After this, the English army never really succeeded in conquering Scotland, but also because they had to fight wars in other countries, such as France and Holland.

Questions:

1. The battle of Bannockburn was in the 14th Century.

2. The battle was fought in winter.

3. At the time of the battle the English were in Stirling Castle.

4. The English bowmen killed many Scots.

5. The weakest part of the English army were the Archers.

6. The Scots ran away from the English horsemen.

7. The English found it difficult to attack the Scots.

8. The English were frightened when another Scottish army appeared.

9. The English soldiers won the battle.

10. Scotland was also fighting with the French.

8) You are going to read a piece of text. For questions 1 - 10, choose the correct answer which you think fits best according to the text. Mark “T” if it is true and “F” if it is false.

Norwich, the capital of East Anglia in the east of Britain, is a city on the River Wensum. Until the Industrial Revolution, it competed with Bristol as England's second city, and was first inhabited over 2000 years ago. At the time of the Norman invasion in 1066, it had grown to become one of the largest towns in England, and was given a Royal Charter in 1194, which allowed it to be called a city. It is much smaller than London or Manchester, but in the 16th century it was the second city of England. Because of its religious freedoms, with two cathedrals and a mosque, it has been popular as a religious centre for various religions, the first cathedral being built in 1095. In fact it became famous for having as many churches as there were weeks in the year and as many pubs as there were days in the year, but that is not the case nowadays. The University of East Anglia was built in Norwich in 1964 and this has led to a fast‑ growing student population. It is also very successful as a modern commercial centre and now has a wide choice of entertainment. There is also a football team, known as 'The Canaries' for some unknown reason, whose colours are green and yellow. The city also has another important development, a modern shopping centre called 'The Castle Mall'. There was a very large hole in the middle of the city for over two years, as builders dug up the main car park. Lorries moved nearly a million tons of earth so that the roof of the Mall could become a city centre park, with attractive water pools and hundreds of trees. But the local people are really pleased that the old open market remains, right in the heart of the city and next to the new development. Both areas continue to do good business, proving that Norwich has managed to mix the best of the old and the new.

Questions:

1. The River Wensum flows through East Anglia.

2. People have lived by the River Wensum for at least 2000 years.

3. In the 11th century, Norwich was a small village.

4. Norwich has been a city since its first cathedral was built.

5. Norwich has always been one of the smallest English cities.

6. There are more than 50 churches in Norwich.

7. The number of students in Norwich is increasing.

8. The Norwich City football team is called 'The Canaries' because of the colours the players wear.

9. The Castle Mall' took more than two years to build.

10. Norwich people still like using the old market as well as shopping in 'The Castle Mall'.

 

9) You are going to read a piece of text. For questions 1 - 10, choose the correct answer which you think fits best according to the text. Mark “T” if it is true and “F” if it is false.

 

The Notting Hill Carnival is an annual event that has taken place since 1966 on the streets of Notting Hill in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, London, UK, each August and lasts three days. The carnival has attracted around one million people, many in special costumes, in the past years, making it the largest street festival in Europe, and one of the biggest in the world. Despite the cloudy skies, this year's carnival brought the streets to life and there was little reported crime, unlike in 2009 when there were two murders. In response, the authorities had to make some changes. To avoid the narrowest streets in Notting Hill, the route for the carnival was changed, more stewards were added and given better training, and finally the closing time of 9pm was strictly observed. In some parts, crowds of four and five people deep lined the route to try and see the event, albeit with difficulty. On apartment balconies, some residents partied, while in the street even some police got into the party spirit, dancing to all different kinds of music from samba and Reggae to Rap music. All crime was not prevented though, and 56 arrests, 30 for pick-pocketing and three for robbery, were made. The chairman of the Notting Hill Carnival Trust, Chris Mullard, felt that the criticism of the event had been ill-founded and wished people could see the carnival for what it was, a wonderful opportunity to project the multiculturalism that metropolitan London represents.

Questions:

1. Europe has several bigger festivals than the Notting Hill Carnival.

2. This year's Carnival had great weather.

3. The carnival parade did not go the same way as in previous years.

4. Some activities started after midnight.

5. Over a million people wore special costumes.

6. Some people had difficulty seeing the parade.

7. Even some police were seen dancing.

8. There were many kinds of music.

9. There were over fifty arrests for theft.

10. The carnival represents only the biggest community in London.

 

10) You are going to read a piece of text. For questions 1 - 10, choose the correct answer which you think fits best according to the text. Mark “T” if it is true and “F” if it is false.

 

The alphabet most widely used today is called the Western alphabet, and it originated from the Phoenician alphabet, which itself was based on Egyptian hieroglyphics. the Phoenicians, famous as sailors, were people who established colonies all over the Mediterranean, including Carthage in Africa and Gades in Spain. They had close contact with the Greeks, who adopted their language. The Greeks gave some letters different names and although they kept the same shapes for the letters, they turned some sideways. The phoenician alphabet was based on sounds, and the letters were represented by little pictures which represented sounds. The Phoenician A was aleph, which means " bull", and it was made from a little picture of a bull's head. The letter B was beth which meant " house", and showed the round-roofed buildings. These became alpha and Beta for the greeks, which put together gives alphabeta, or alphabet. The Romans used this alphabet as the basis for the latin alphabet, albeit with some changes and quite a few additions, and the spread of the Roman empire introduced the alphabet to all corners of the planet. Many modern languages have deep connections to latin, so it is very normal for the modern or western alphabet to also be based on the latin alphabet. Seen in this context, Westerners use an alphabet that goes back thousands of years to the ancient Phoenicians.

Questions:

1) The text is meant to explain Phoenician history.

2) The text is meant to be funny.

3) The Phoenicians originated from Carthage.

4) The Phoenicians were a nation of sailors.

5) The Phoenician alphabet was composed of individual signs.

6) The Greeks changed the orientation of some of the letters.

7) The Greek alphabet was based on the Latin alphabet.

8) There used to be fewer letters in the original alphabet than the 26 we have today.

9) Three letters were needed to make the word alphabet.

10) The letters used today are similar to the Phoenician alphabet.

 

You are given a piece of text with six questions. You are also given a set 4 choices A, B, C or D for each question. Identify the correct answer and choose its corresponding option.


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